The owner asked me what I wanted and I was like yeah I'm feeling a slushie bro, so he was like ok let me make you the VIP. but then I saw the "Hit and Run" which reminded me of how my ex hit me the ran away. Anyways the Hojicha in the Hit and Run was absolutely fire and a great way to lose my hojicha virginity #IHateMyEx #HoForHojicha read more

Saltea Story - Hit and Run - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Best place ever ! Get all my bobba here all the time it's my favorite pricing is amazing really good read more

Saltea Story - Best New Smoothies - HIV "He In Vegas"Boba Virgin - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Sweet Gelato Tea Lounge is a me and my boyfriends favorite boba spot. We first came a few weeks ago, after having late night boba cravings. The service was absolutely amazing, the owner is very sweet and welcoming. We tried two fruit teas, extremely yummy as well as mango mochi (from japan). We then came the next day, and the next, we can't get enough of both the drinks and mochi! 100/10 would recommend! read more

Saltea Story - "Deez Nuts" smoothie and Mango mochi - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Service 10/10 Very friendly and welcoming service, the person in front who I believe is the owner was very patient and took his time to explain the different yummy desserts. My girls loved the mango mochi and their gelato, the matcha banana milk tea as well as the other goodies had a very natural flavor and we could taste each ingredient perfectly. I wish we lived closer to stop by more often it, will definitely be back. read more

Update: the owners response was condescending and passive aggressive. Don't support this scamming small business. There are far better CLEANIER quality shops around the plaza than this one. I was charged a bunch of fees EVEN THOUGH I PAID IN CASH! I also didn't want boba and it was 1.5 and tasted like mop water The owner claims the drinks are high quality, but that wasn't my experience. The drinks are overpriced around $15 for a single drink and the quality doesn't justify the price. Tax is 9% which is crazy, one scoop of boba is $1.50 and then the drink that's disgusting and looks like mop water is $12. It tasted very powdery and were mediocre overall, on the same level as Tapioca Express, if not worse. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I visited on a Wednesday around 8:00 PM. It wasn't very crowded, but unfortunately the experience was disappointing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The desserts tasted old and weren't enjoyable. The gelato was icy instead of creamy, and the mochi was dry, powdery, and seemed stale. read more

Went here in late night to have gelato. The person there seemed to be very arrogant. Showed us reviews and showed rating that they're the best gelato place in the area. Gave us looks at anything we asked and when we sat down to eat it. He said you need to go and can't sit here since he has to mop the floor. We got the tiramisu and honestly it didn't taste good. Won't go there back ever again. Edit: The owner says we took 1 scoop for 3 people, for me I think that is pretty normal when you visit a new place you try it out first then you get more. Money doesn't grow on trees right? Neither do I want to waste the food. We took one and didnt like it either. If the owner wasn't it mood to serve us they should as is nicely not being rude. That how you lose business. Not going there ever and will suggest other people to not go either if they plan on visiting. Word of mouth spreads fast. read more

I stopped by for a quick dessert. Owner was very helpful in explaining everything was letting us sample. Ice cream was my favorite item here. Everything tasted like made with good ingredients. Fruit flavored ice creams was slightly more expensive than the others. I went for sapodilla which tasted authentic. He mentioned, he will stop this flavor after this month. Honey lavender was the most flavorful ice cream I had. Almond crunch was really good as well. I never liked genmaicha flavor. But this guy made it very well. Finally I went for a mango mochi ice cream, which was excellent as well. Everything was slightly more expensive, but the quality was good. read more

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Hands down my favorite spot right now! Most boba places are pretty standard, but their fruit teas are on a completely different level--so fresh, super refreshing, and not artificial at all. Also, do not sleep on the gelato! Having fresh gelato at a boba shop is such a game changer, and it's insanely good. On top of that, the owner is hilarious and just super open and welcoming. You walk in for a drink and end up leaving in a great mood because the vibes are just that good. 10/10, definitely coming back way too often! read more

Saltea Story - 2 slow u lose, is the best Vietnamese crack LOL - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Tony was very charismatic! He asked us what type of drink we liked and made us some recommendations and they were fantastic! Will definitely be coming back again! read more

Saltea Story - Left: Hit & Run Right: Thai Tea - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Saltea story has the best drink, the owner made us his new drink called 'hit & run' it was the best! 10/10. Recommend. read more

Saltea Story - Saltea story has the best drink, the owner made us his new drink called 'hit & run' it was the best! 10/10. Recommend. - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

I love that this spot stays open late -- not a lot of places around here do, so it's perfect for those post-dinner cravings. I've seen some reviews saying the owner isn't transparent about pricing, but honestly, that wasn't my experience at all. The pricing was clearly listed right at the top when I walked in. Yes, it is a little pricier than some other gelato places (maybe $1-$1.50 more), but for me it was totally worth it, especially for a late-night treat. If you come every day, sure, it'll add up -- but for a one-time visit or an occasional indulgence, it's perfect. The gelato itself is super fresh, sweet, and packed with flavor. They also have some really unique flavors read more

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Owner is fantastic! Matcha Tiramisu is delicious and taste kicks in immediately. Offered the drink and if we didn't like we would get a refund. I did not expect the level of service from this place. Almost passed by it. Place looks like a nightclub, large tables for group gatherings. read more

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New drink VIP is gas Must try for sure when coming here as well as the classic ABG drink as well read more

Saltea Story - My friend said it was amazing - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

The service was good and [[HIGHLIGHT]]nice ambiance for a late night sweet treat[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. The owner is very nice and the drinks are gud. read more

Saltea Story - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Unfortunately they do not carry mochi anymore which was my original reason to visit. However, I came out with new stories and an appreciation for the drinks here. Tony is a bubbly owner and enjoys sharing stories of his encounters with people. So much passion goes into the naming and taste of the entire menu. Every unique name on the menu has a story and Tony is more than willing to tell you about them. I want to give Tony 1 star because he's not up in Seattle, but apparently that's my problem. Now I'll make the effort to visit when I'm around the bay, typically once a year. Also Sweet Gelato Tea Lounge is open from 5pm to 2am which means Originally drafted this at 3am because it was on my mind and the matcha gave me a kick, or I was just taking in the experience. read more

Saltea Story - Oreo Cheesecake - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

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Prices are outrageous, if the owner is suggesting you drinks, make sure to ask for the price first. He suggested Hojicha which was 15 DOLLARS, you could definitely get better hojicha at half the price that has higher quality. Edit: Hi Tony, Thank you for your response. I understand that you believe the price was correct, and my concern was never that the math was wrong. My issue was that I did not feel the price was clearly communicated before the drinks were prepared. While the price may have been listed, I personally did not notice it, and I only became aware of the total after the drinks had already been made. At that point, I felt uncomfortable declining the order. I also disagree that the price was my only concern. Had I enjoyed the drinks, I likely would not have come back. The combination of not enjoying the drinks and feeling surprised by the final cost is what led me to request a refund. I respect that you have a refund policy and that you remember the interaction differently. My review simply reflects my personal experience as a customer and how the situation felt from my perspective. I wish you and your business the best I will be reporting your business to California Department of Consumer Affairs Complaint Center . Edit 2: Tony lacks accountability and was dismissive of my concerns so I'm just gonna leave this image here to show his real care for customers read more

Saltea Story - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

loved our drinks, owner super funny, ambience amazing, third time coming will definitely be back. read more

Saltea Story - YOLO - You Only Live Once - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

This perfect blend of tiramisu & coffee has kept me coming back for years ordering the same thing every time! read more

Saltea Story - #3 - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Tony was incredibly quick as usual to create a perfect drink! It was our first time trying the matcha coffee. Super savory and enough sweetness, not overwhelming but enough to please! Would get again, thanks Tony! Been stopping by for 6 years now! read more

Saltea Story - Matcha coffee with no boba - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

This is one of the very few places that are open late at night when craving a sweet treat. I've known about it for years but never tried it until recently. When my friend and I walked in, we wanted to look at the menu to see what appealed to us, and before we got the chance, the owner greeted and told us to disregard the menu. He gave us a spiel about the business, his products, and that he can figure out what we wanted. I appreciated the enthusiasm and passion behind his words but it was very overwhelming for me. I did not get to read review the menu for myself and he chose my drink for me. My friend and I felt pressured to try and like something we didn't want to begin with. He didn't seem to respect people's autonomy when it came choosing what dessert they wanted and only focused on what he wanted to promote. He said that if we don't like it he can make a new drink or we don't have to pay but, that never feels morally right. We witnessed him doing this to several parties after us and felt the same frustration others did. I did not leave the place feeling good about the experience or the dessert I got. read more

I was happy to try the newest drink addition: hit & run ("premium houjicha, sea cream, and no milk") read more

Saltea Story - Brand new drink the "hit & run" - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

The service was amazing, Tony was incredibly charismatic and just a fun time all around. The drinks and boba are literally the best I've ever had, I usually hate having balls in my throat but I'd beg for these balls. The shop is so lovely and cozy it's an incredible place to be. The mochi is also literally the BEST. read more

Amazing charismatic owner, the service was great! The durian and mango gelato is very delicious~ He even surprised me with a house special fruit tea, promised if I didn't like it I would have to pay, I ended up loving the drink! read more

Saltea Story - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

First time grabbing a drink at Sweet Gelato in Vietnam Town! I always shop nearby but never had the chance to check it out until now. I ordered a large peach tea with no toppings it was good, light, and refreshing after a long day of Black Friday shopping. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have big booth-style seating areas, plus they carry gelato and the spot is pet-friendly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice little place to relax![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Meh. Mediocre at best. I understand cost of food, labor and rent are what they are now a days. But at $11 after tax and tip for a regular iced earl grey milk tea with boba it was not worth it. Two shops down is another tea spot that just off ambiance alone would likely be a better choice. Tea was fine I guess. But they used powdered milk and some kind of packet tea to make it. No steeping of fresh tea, or pre-steeped tea.. at the price and the number and quality of reviews I was expecting a lot more. Even the texture of the boba was off. Service as well was bland to say the least. Disappointing. I can't speak to their smoothies, gelato etc. the mochi they had looked like they could be really good. But based on how they handled a simple tea I'm not sure I'd try it again, or trust the quality of the other items. read more

Came in for gelato and somehow left still craving gelato, and with less money in my pocket. The owner Tony is clearly passionate about his business, which I can appreciate. That said, the experience felt more like a sales pitch than a gelato run. I would've loved a little more focus on what I came in for instead of being guided toward other items. It's a bummer, because I genuinely enjoy supporting small businesses. With a bit more listening and a bit less upselling, this place could be a great spot. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I left wishing for a scoop of gelato and a more relaxed experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Saltea Story - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

GREAT customer service! The old guy at the front was such a charm and he gave sus a lot of recommendations on the mochis and drinks. I would highly recommend this place. read more

Raspberry gelato 4/5 - this was decent but nothing special. Just taste like your average raspberry gelato. It is on the sweeter side. But $7 for a tiny scoop, I won't get it again.. My friend got one of their tea drinks and she said it was good but wayyy too sweet and didn't finish it read more

Saltea Story - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

I never write reviews but this place deserves one!! Me and my friends had so much fun listening to the owner and the drinks were amazing!!!!!! read more

Saltea Story - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

My bf and I came In From Modesto to visit some family in town we decided to come check this spot out and we were undecided Tony was great helped us out and told us the story about his drinks and having meanings to them my bf and I will definitely be coming back . ps you have to try the mochi from Japan read more

Saltea Story - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

super fun and super good, made it a very fun experience. will come back again to drink!

Open late is a plus. The owner is really nice and made our drinks. They were good but dang, $30 for 2 drinks is expensive especially when other places make the same drinks, just as good, at half the price. read more

very unique and very delicious. The owner is a very friendly and talented guy. This is my favorite drink spot in San Jose.

Been craving for boba for days now, but getting off late at night from work is a struggle to find an open place. Luckily, we were off today. We decided to go for a walk and get some boba. We decided to just go for a drive. We found this place but it's a 47 min drive from SF. We came here around 12:47 am. The owner, Tony was very friendly and you can tell he is passionate about his business. Every drink in the menu has a clever name and there's a story behind every single name of the drinks. We ordered 2 caramel apple cheesecake, oreo cheesecake, creme brulee, tiramisu and 2 drinks. We got the HOE tea (Hang Over Everyday) and Honey Plan B Coffee with boba. The boba was soft and just the right amount of chewiness. The dessert is not too sweet, just the right amount of sugar in it. The coffee is made with some salt to balance the sweetness and the owner was really nice. He's funny and actually made my night. Our total was $94.94. The price may be a little high but for the quality of the products, warmth and friendliness we experienced makes it worthwhile. The 40+ min drive from SF to Vietnam town was well worth it. We will come again for sure and bring our kids next time, i'm sure our teenager will have a field day with the names of the drinks. It would be great if there's a branch near us, though. Thanks for the experience Tony and hopefully you get the funding you need to expand read more

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Tony offered us to try his homemade tiramisu and it was delicious! One of the best tiramisus I've ever had and has amazing boba drinks as well! He's a very dedicated and kind owner, he caters to his customers and shows off his hard working skills! read more

My boba was delicious - it's incredible they don't add any sugar. Tony (the owner) was super helpful explaining the different offerings to me as a first time customer. You can tell he puts a lot of heart into the quality of the teas, drinks, gelato, desserts, and more! I can understand why this place is rated so highly. A little on the pricier side of boba, but you get the quality you pay for. There's free wifi and excellent hours, ongoing upbeat music and booth seating. Also easy parking / to find from maps. He had a dog (Fashion) who recently passed away, and it was sweet to see that certain drinks are named after her. Other drinks had more saucy names. This was such a great find and the perfect place to crash while I waited for my sister's flight to land at SJC. I will definitely be coming back! read more

Saltea Story - Tony made me a large Mighty Paw Fashion. He chose for me after I described to him what I typically liked. - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

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First time coming and the service was great. Tony is super fun to talk to and the variety of options, both in the drinks and the gelato and mochi definitely makes it a place worth coming to more than once. Quality is super great as well, one of the best spots I've ever tried. Their new Hit & Run is great, never had Houjicha before then, cant find another one as good after. read more

AMAZINGGGGGG #1 place I will always and forever go here had to stop by on my lunch and this place was open and I decided to try it, and now I won't and can't stop talking about it yummyyy in my tummy..... read more

Saltea Story - Love thisssssss yummy in my tummy - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

This place is great! Tony is super friendly and really knows his stuff. All of the drinks are delicious and have unique flavors. Also, they're dog friendly read more

Saltea Story - Bubble Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Drinks are super yum, he read my mind and made me what I want! I get exactly what I wanted, and owner is super friendly :)) new fav place for boba! read more