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    4.7 (255 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
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    Dogs allowed

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    Dary P.

    I came across this spot on social media and bookmarked it for the next time I was in the area. We happened to be nearby, so I knew we had to give it a try and I'm glad we did! Ordering was easy through the kiosk, and I appreciated that the menu highlighted the best sellers and recommended customizations. We ordered: * Banana Matcha Cloud * Matcha Bliss * Banana Blast Latte (recommended with oat milk and vanilla cold foam--trust the recommendation!) * Mango Breeze Every single drink was delicious. The flavors were well-balanced, refreshing, and exactly what we were hoping for. The Banana Blast Latte with oat milk and vanilla cold foam was especially good. The drinks came out quickly, the prices were reasonable, and the overall experience was smooth from start to finish. We'll definitely be back to try more of the menu. Highly recommend if you're in the area!

    Banana Matcha
    Diego T.

    Stumbled into RYO near Cal State Fullerton and instantly understood why people keep talking about it. The vibe is super chill, fun, and has that perfect college-town energy where everyone seems to be either studying, catching up with friends, or hunting for the perfect Instagram photo. I ordered the Banana Matcha, and wow!! it was smooth, rich, creamy, and somehow tasted like a matcha and banana decided to become best friends. The inside is also designed perfectly for a quick photo op with your drink..so don't be surprised if you leave with both caffeine and new profile pictures Great drinks..cool atmosphere.. and definitely worth a visit.. I'll absolutely be back for another matcha adventure.

    Ube matcha cloud & London fog matcha cloud
    Paula V.

    It really gives off mom & pop vibes. It was nice seeing the interactions of the students who came to support the owner (who teaches at fullerton college and now owns Ryo Tea). The owner is also really funny. When the drinks came out, he jokingly said "don't even ask me which one is the ube". The ube was really strong and the matcha itself was yummy. It is on the sweeter side. The london fog was light but good.

    Hojicha Houjicha Latte, Matcha Bliss, coffee Sakura Matcha Cloud Hazelnut Delight Latte
    Minh V.

    This place is one of my favorite places to get a Hojicha latte!!!! This place has great vibes, clean, easy to find, and service is always great! If I could, I'd come here everyday!

    Creamy Matcha, Ube Matcha Cloud
    Anna W.

    There's a kiosk at the front, but you can also order directly with the cashier. There's plenty of seating inside, making it a good spot to study or get some work done. The Uba Matcha Cloud with ube coconut milk was really good, though it was on the sweeter side. I wish there had been an option to adjust the sweetness level. The Creamy Matcha wasn't as creamy as I expected, but it did have that rich, slightly chalky matcha texture. I just wish it had been a bit creamier overall.

    phoenix milk tea and banana matcha cloud
    Helen N.

    I never realized how close this place is to Fullerton community college! You're in for a treat if you go to school there. They specialize in their matcha drinks I believe, but I'm personally not the biggest fan of matcha. So, I got their phoenix milk tea, which is actually dairy-free! They use a non-dairy creamer and oolong tea, which you can really taste in the drink! I got 50% sweet to get more of the tea flavor, but if you want it a little sweeter, definitely do 100% sweetness. I also got their crystal boba with the drink, which has to be one of the tastiest crystal boba pearls I've ever had! You do order from a mini screen, but the service was very good when they bring your drinks out. The shop itself is pretty small and they do have board games for you to play as well. I'm happy I finally got to try this place!

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    Katrina N.

    This place was easy to find as it is facing the busy street of Chapman Ave and it is right across the street from Fullerton College. Parking was easy to find, as there is parking in the back, behind the building. And you can park in front of the street if there is any available. When I got there they were a bit busy as it was a long line in front of me. I saw one of the QR codes that said "order online and pick up in store." So I ordered on line and finished my order before actually getting to the self order kiosk and it gave me a pick up time. As I was taking my pictures and waiting, I noticed that the girls behind me in line got their order even before my order was called out. As my pick up time was approaching, I went to go check on my order. And it was already done just waiting in the back. I am not sure how the pick up ordering service works, but I am pretty sure they usually have drinks finished before a pick up time. I felt like I waited all this time when my drink was already ready. I really enjoyed the Phoenix milk tea. Oolong milk tea is one of my favorites. I also like how this is one of the few drinks where you can make adjustments. I am not too sure about the texture of the Boba, as it is not your regular round tapioca balls. I wanted to try the genmaicha latte because I was curious how it would taste in latte form because I drink genmaicha tea everyday. I like how they notify you that this is not a Matcha drink. But when I ordered it, I got Matcha foam on top.The drink is very genmaicha forward. And when you mix in the matcha cream foam, you get hints of that matcha upon every sip. It was delicious and I loved it! I like the ambience of this place. It has a very modern feel with a few tables and chairs as well as benches where you can sit and hang out. They also have some games for you to play while you are waiting or if you want to hang out with friends. It is also a nice study place as it is quiet inside. Very helpful for those students across the street. Definitely a place I would like to try again.

    Phoenix Milk Tea
    Jennifer D.

    I got the Phoenix Milk Tea and liked that it had a strong tea flavor. I personally wish it was a bit sweeter, but I tend to prefer sweeter drinks, so if you like something more balanced or less sweet, you'd probably enjoy it as is. The service was good and the cashier was friendly. Parking was in the back, but it was a bit tricky to find at first since it's tucked away in the area.

    Hazelnut Delight Latte and Banana Blast Latte

    Ordered through doordash with very little expectations and was very surprised! The espresso is delicious and blends very well with the flavors! I ordered a banana blast latte and hazelnut latte 1/2 sweet. Amazing! You can just tell that the ingredients used are of excellent quality! Will be frequenting this coffee shop in the future.

    Nasiha A.

    Came here to get a little work done during the day with my husband, and it was such a great spot! It is super close to Cal state Fullerton convenient for students! There's parking both in the back and on the street. The café itself is really cute with plenty of seating. It is perfect for studying, working, or just hanging out. Ordering on a tablet, which quick and easy. I ordered the pistachio matcha latte, and my husband got the banana milk latte. Both were incredible! The pistachio matcha was SO green and so flavorful. The pistachio blended perfectly with the matcha, giving it a nutty yet still earthy balance. The foam on top was creamy, thiccc and delicious! My husband's banana latte was also amazing! The banana flavor tasted natural, not artificial at all, and it complemented the coffee really well. We'll definitely be coming back to try more of their drinks!

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    Mary A.

    I ordered three drinks, and they came out pretty quickly even though the place was busy. It's a nice little spot to study, and parking was very easy with a lot in the back. The Sesame Bliss was good, but I was hoping for a stronger black sesame flavor or a bit more cold foam overall. It felt a little subtle compared to what I expected. The Banana Blast Latte was the standout for me, with a really nice banana flavor that didn't taste artificial. I also ordered the Phoenix Milk Tea with boba. The oolong tea itself was very light in flavor, but the boba was great and perfectly chewy. For the price, it definitely wasn't bad, and I'd try more menu items if I'm in the area.

    Almond Delight Latte (with oat milk) & Caramel Cloud Cold Brew
    Andrea G.

    This coffee shop offers a unique and delicious selection of drinks! My personal favorite is the Almond Delight Latte with Black Sesame Cold Foam! The shop is cute and comfortable great for any occasion! Located across FCC, it makes a fantastic place to study! The baristas have always been friendly and helpful!

    Cinthia S.

    Great service every time we're in. Coffee options all are good. Parking is small behind subway or you can try to get street parking but honestly it is never super busy so back parking is always better.

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    Incredible customer service. London Fog w/matcha cold foam is soooo good! Highly recommend to everyone!

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    Their matcha is super good. I loved the London fog matcha and chocolate croissant. Definitely a go to since it's close to Fullerton college

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    Ask the Community - Ryo Coffee & Tea

    Are u guys open tomorrow on Christmas Eve ? If so, what are the hours?

    Yes, both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day 8am - 9pm.

    What is the "house creamer" made of?

    Hi Sandy, if you prefer to our phoenix milk tea’s house creamer, it is just nondairy creamer.

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    Do not spend a single dollar here. Allergen requests ignored, orders wrong, zero accountability…read more If you have a food allergy, do not eat here. Full stop. The written menu advertises nondairy milk and ingredient modifications, but the kiosk doesn't actually let you select any of them. Staff told us to put substitutions in "special comments" and promised they'd be honored. They weren't- on a single order, twice. We ordered two coffees (oat milk, whole milk) and two customized breakfast burritos. It took 40 minutes. We were the only customers in the cafe. When the food came out, nothing was labeled / not the drinks, not the burritos- and staff couldn't tell us which was which. When I explained that one of us has a dairy allergy and asked them to identify the allergen-free items, I got a blank stare. We opened both burritos: both had cheese, despite my explicit no-cheese request. Their solution? "Can you pick it out?" No. You cannot pick out melted cheese from an allergen order. I was not offered a fresh burrito, just another blank stare until I specifically stated "I need you to remake this with the proper ingredients and confirm what you put in." Once again the burrito came out with no label, and when I asked for clarity on what was in it I was again met me with a blank stare. My partner's burrito was also wrong (pico she'd asked to have removed), but by then the 40-minute wait had made her late for work. When I asked for a refund on her incorrect meal, I was told they couldn't refund it "because she left." When I asked to leave written feedback: "we don't accept written feedback." Manager? Not in. Manager's phone number? Don't have it. But here's what pushed this from bad service to abominable: there is no way to hold this place accountable. At no point did anyone acknowledge a mistake had been made or make any real attempt to fix it- every wrong order was met with a shrug and the expectation that I'd just live with it. When I asked to leave written feedback, I was told they don't accept it. When I asked for the manager, they weren't in. When I asked for a manager's phone number or someone to contact, the employee "didn't have access to that." A business that serves people with food allergies MUST have a way for customers to flag problems in real time and reach management. This place has built a system where mistakes can't be reported, refunds can't be issued, and no one is responsible for anything. To be clear, this isn't on the line staff - one employee clearly hadn't been given the language support or training to succeed, and that's a management failure. The other younger employee was just incompetent and unhelpful, even though she was clearly aware of the requests. If you advertise allergen accommodations, you have to execute them, label them, and answer for it when you don't. Until this place fixes its ordering system, its labeling, and its total lack of accountability, spend your money literally anywhere else.

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    Located right next to the 57 freeway, Feng Cha is tucked in between local restaurants in the city…read moreof Fullerton. You can park in the lot, if you're lucky enough to find a spot. Parking is very tight here. We walked in, and the bobarista was very honest that they ran out of ice. We asked her if the drinks were still chilled, which she said yes, and we continued to make our orders at the kiosk. We sat down and waited for our drink. Eventually, a staff member brought in ice, so we were lucky for that! I waited for my drink which took about 7 minutes. When I heard my drink get called, another patron actually took my milk tea and started drinking it. Although I had placed an order before them, I assumed it might not have been mine. The bobarista looked at me with wide eyes and asked me what I had ordered. We realized that the person absolutely grabbed the wrong beverage. Instead of making it a big deal, the bobarista decided to make me a new one. This automatically made the service excellent; she had quick problem solving skills and figured out what had happened. In addition, my milk tea was delicious. I had ordered their cookies and cream milk tea. It had Oreo and cookie bits with foam at the top. Their boba was also perfectly sweet with a great consistency. I absolutely recommend coming here if you're in the area!

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    My kids and I stopped by Bear Cup for drinks after having lunch in the same plaza. I just happened…read moreto see reviews on this place from other Yelp friends, but didn't realize it was a few doors down from our lunch spot so I had to stop in afterwards. I love the bear theme, it's so cute! Especially the big bear holding a drink in the front of the restaurant. He has a sign on his head over his right eye like a bandage that says "do not touch" so I had to be careful to keep my distance. My kids and I tried the Matcha Coco Mochi with Red Bean (75% sweet) and the Oreo Snowstorm. The drinks took a long time to make, but it was worth it. The Matcha coco mochi was sooo delicious! I loved it! I really enjoyed sipping the mochi and getting a little chewy surprise. It wasn't too sweet and the flavors all just complimented each other. The Oreo snowstorm was equally yummy. I don't even want to think about the calories I was consuming. The only downside of this place is that the drinks are crazy expensive, so this could only be an occasional splurge for me.

    There was no one. We walked in, we didn't see any workers or were greeted at all. After we placed…read morean order on the computer and no humans there to ask about the drinks. We were waiting for our drinks for 20 mins. Turns out the drinks were ready. But never called our name. And we couldn't see them unless they just acknowledged us. I said thank you the girl working today at 3 pm was one of the rudest people. No hello, no goodbye, no smile. She stormed to the back and my drink was completely incorrect. I feel like my money was stolen. Please stay away unless you like hostile boba.

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    This is my second time to drink milk tea here. If you like milk tea and live nearby, you can try it.
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