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The many different unique combination of flavors here are awesome to see, and even better to taste! It is great to know that boba shops are not losing their creativity when it comes to making a great tea. SipCha is a small boba shop next to the Publix that has limited seating, but delicious drinks and friendly service. I certainly have a favorite boba destination, but SipCha gravitates me away from that other spot every so often, whenever I want to try something new. Here's what I've had here so far: Lemongrass Lychee splash: Oh man this is such an interesting one! One thing you notice is that the real ingredients are in the drink. So when it says lemongrass, you'll get lemongrass actually running through the drink. The flavors are real and strong, this was a good one! Passion in Paradise: I love passion fruit drinks, this one was no different. Pear Osmanthus: I was shocked to not only find chunks of pear in the drink, but a real tea bag, elevating the flavor of the drink. I love when a place does real tea, not just the powder. Oh, and this drink was excellent, would order again! Can't wait to keep coming back here and try more options! It is not everyday where I have lemongrass or even pear as an option! read more

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This is such a cute little Bubble Tea store conveniently located next to Publix. Service was quick and friendly. My husband and I each had the Brown Sugar Boba and our drinks were delicious! The cups are really sturdy and cute. read more

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Yinon W.

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Me and friend came here to study for 2 hours without buying anything and they said nothing! :) I then bought the strawberry yakult and it was very good! The place is also very nice and they have music read more

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Sipcha has kind, bubbly owners and great customer service. I won a giveaway with them and they did a great job introducing me to their menu. I got a sparking lychee drink, which I thought was a little underwhelming. Otherwise, I like their seating availability and find it a good shop to work from. The music isn't too loud and tends to be Chinese rnb (my experience from being there 3 times). I'll be back for fruit tea over milk tea or a sparkling drink next time. read more

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Grabbed some boba from here recently and really enjoyed it! I was impressed by the wide variety of items on the menu, and the categorization for the different teas was very helpful. For example, I was specifically interested in a non-caffeinated beverage, so I was happy to see that there was a whole "Non-Caffeinated" section! The employee who took our order and made our teas was super nice and helpful, and he prepared everything very quickly. My dirty milk boba tea was tasty, and I appreciated that I could adjust the sugar level. Overall, I would definitely come back to SipCha! read more

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They have mastered the Taro boba tea! We have gone back 3 times for it specifically! Highly recommend ordering any of the specialties and don't forget the milk cap to really elevate whatever drink you decide to get! read more

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I really enjoyed my visit at SipCha Cary. This shopping center has ample parking and is spacious. SipCha has a little something for everyone. The staff was friendly and accommodating. We enjoyed a rose milk tea with herbal jelly and lychee toppings and the rolled ice cream in mint chip and Oreo. My daughter enjoys Raleigh Rolls, so this was a nice treat for her to avoid the trek to downtown Raleigh. I can't wait to return for the rolled green tea azuki ice cream to cook down on a hot day, matcha milk tea and the jade lychee fruit tea. read more

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SipCha is a relatively new store in Cary. It is the second location for SipCha and there may be more locations in the future. I found out about it from the Yelp Elite event I was there for. I was warmly greeted when I entered and asked if I had had boba before which I have. Then I was shown the menu screen and also given the option of the laminated menu as that was easier for me to read. SipCha has a nice decor with the lighting. There is some seating by the window and more against the wall. I went with the mango lemonade with boba. I really enjoyed it. I want to try some of the other teas. The drink was large so it lasted for a while. Before I left I spotted macarons in the case and had to leave with some. They are individually wrapped. they are very fresh. SipCha is worth the drive for a return trip for me. read more

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I love SipCha! I live in West Cary and this was such a great addition to the neighborhood for taking over the previous boba spot. Instead of driving to Apex, I can now walk here or walk to the other side of the strip mall Publix is in and grab a boba. Just like their Apex location, their menu is pretty much the same with drinks and rolled ice cream. My favorite drinks are So Much Passion, and the seasonal ones such as persimmon milk tea and also the pumpkin milk tea with boba that they had around Thanksgiving. The staff is always super friendly, especially the owner, Eddy! My 3 year old loves to get the toppings for the rolled ice cream, and the have always let me pay for a side of toppings so he can get a marshmallow, sprinkle, and gummy bear fix. read more

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Decided after shopping at Publix to check out SipCha. It is just a few buildings down and has a long bar with a high top bar and a couple of tables next to the ordering area. The menu has a mix of tea, juice, and even rolled ice cream! I decided to go with the So Much Passion which was a passion tea and green tea mix. I topped it with the peach Boba. Total was a little high at $6, but I feel like that is normal for now. The mix of the passion and green tea was so good, but so sweet! Definitely ask for half the sugar or more water to cut the sweetness, but otherwise such a refreshing drink! Big plus the staff was very warm and welcoming! read more

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Mo F.

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My kids and I visited this location after school. My son learned about the place from friends. The wait was a little long for the boba drink we ordered but, otherwise, no complaints. The place is very small and was pretty busy too which made it feel a little tight to dine in. But...we made it work. The decor is a little dated but was clean. I ordered the New York Cheesecake rolled ice cream and my daughter ordered strawberry rolled ice cream. Just watching the employee roll the ice cream was quite entertaining. My son had the Sunshine boba tea (pineapple-flavored and he added strawberry popping). I can only vouch for the ice cream because I didn't taste my son's drink, but I did notice he only drank 1/3 of it and saved the rest for later. Overall, a nice place to go for a quick informal treat after school if you like boba or rolled ice cream. read more

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Jennifer A.

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If you happen to be shopping or just in the Morrisville area, come to this place and get yourself a treat! If you love their Apex location, this is no different. It is cute on the outside as well as inside. I love their bobble heads decorations. Owned by the same owner so you know the quality you'll get. By the way, if you get their reusabe cups, you also get a straw cleaner to wash the stray. The cup is really cute. The little boy on it is the owner's nephew. How cool is that and a nice homage to him. You have three choices in lids: pastel purple, pastel blue or clear. Anyways, where did bubble tea come from anyways right? It originally started in Taiwan in the 80s and brought abroad in the 90s. It's a tea based drink with tapioca pearls, hence the name bubble tea or boba tea. Many places would make their boba tea with powder and this is where SipCha differs. They use fresh fruits that they cut up daily to flavour their teas. If you are a novice, you might want to try a flavour that you are familiar with. To those who grew up drinking this, you know how and what to order. On the same day as my visit, they posted on Facebook a flavour that I love for decades, winter melon. Well, you know what I got, winter melon, and my youngest daughter chose mango tango with milk cap instead of her usual taro/Ube. First sip until the last made nostalgic. It was good! My daughter loves hers too. I love that they stick to authenticity So if you are in Morrisville, stop by SipCha and treat yourself to either a boba tea or rolled ice cream. They also have macarons. The flavours of their macarons defer on what they make. read more

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Ashley B.

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This small shop offers mighty drinks & dessert! Choose from a variety of flavors, toppings and choose your milk (if you have lactose intolerance issues, they offer milk alternatives!). I chose the strawberry shortcake with soy milk and my husband got the Ube Meets Taro. Both were delicious!! You can also choose your sweetness level if you prefer. The staff is very friendly and helpful if you want suggestions! Also I highly recommend the mochi waffles as they are both chewy and crispy as they are warm and yummy. Chocolate is the way to go, DUH. And if you stay to sip, we loved their music choice. Very reminiscent of Asian cafes with chill vibes. They also have the cutest reusable boba cups for sale! I used mine to get my shortcake drink and it's super cute. Comes with a cleaning scrub for the straw :) read more

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Amazing boba. Probably the best place I've gotten boba. A bit higher in price but the customer service is always great. I've also tried the boba waffles and they are extra sweet but delicious. I put pictures from two different trips trying different things and they have all been amazing. They even have non-caffeinated options as well read more

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Mina L.

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We went there for the yelp elite event, but we will definitely be coming back . The place is so nice and clean, the staff is friendly and helpful. We tried the strawberry shortcake with tapioca and it was so creamy and absolutely delicious. read more

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Came here for a Yelp event. Service was good, boba tea was good too. Gave a lot of boba. Price was fair. I'm not a big boba drinker but I think I it's one of the typical boba tea shop. Would love to come back if it's a place my friends want to come and hang read more

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Sweta S.

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On New Year's Eve, I ordered two strawberry milk with 25% sugar and oat milk. They were huge and so refreshing. It was packaged with a cute little pink heart. Currently, they have a BOGO deal on some of their teas on Uber eats. This strawberry milk tea hit the spot! It was filling and delicious. I am now ready for the New Years! read more

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Tammy L.

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The drinks we got were SO GOOD! I got Ube Meets Taro with Herbal jelly and my partner got strawberry matcha and they were both creamy and delicious. The ube meets taro was amazing. It was sweet as you'd imagine but for someone who usually doesn't like super sweet and creamy drinks, somehow this just works. The herbal jelly provided a different texture and earthy flavor to contrast and I would get that combo again. You would like this drink if you like ube and taro, and I'm sure any of the toppings would go well. The strawberry matcha was also well balanced in flavor. We've gone back another time for fruit teas and I can't remember what they were but really enjoyed them as well. This is a hidden boba gem for specialty boba drinks as it seems not many people know about it. I've not tried their basic milk tea so I can't speak to that if you tend to like your boba drinks more traditional! read more

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Cathy D.

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The milk tea here slaps. I ordered the mango drink with lychee jelly at 50% sweetness and it was deeelicious. Staff was nice. Service was excellent. Chill place to catch up with friends! read more

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Wonderful place best Boba I have ever had! So many flavors and combinations. The people are super friendly and helpful! I love orange so I ordered the bloody orange Boba with green tea- it was late and I didn't want the caffeine from the green tea so the man suggested Chrysanthemum tea it was delicious! read more

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Emily T.

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Went to the Cary location during the grand opening. I am closer to the apex location but definitely will go here if in the area. Sipcha is always great especially their so much passion! It the best! read more

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Rachel L.

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Ok first, the space. It's really clean and cute on the inside. I will say, there's not much seating. There's like one table inside and then a long bar with stools, but I wouldn't come to hang out for a long time since the seating is so limited. That said, the boba was really good. I got the Ube meets Taro and it was the perfect amount of creamy with real Ube. The boba was really nice and chewy. I do recommend going down on sweetness. My friend got the Lychee Jade and loved the actual lychee in it. She rated it a 7/10 and recommends asking to get it less sweet as the sweetness took away from the tea flavor. The staff were so fast and extremely helpful. The manager Mike was nice and knowledgeable. He answered all our questions with no problem and helped me optimize my Ube enjoying experience. Overall it was a really lovely place and I'm excited to try other teas! read more

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Brenda T.

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I am thankful to have been selected for this Yelp Elite event! I love boba tea and was excited to try this spot! I didn't realize before going they have a location in Apex too. I arrived around 5pm on Friday. The place is small but cute inside. I was greeted and the employee who was at the register was very friendly and welcoming. I love both ube & taro so I couldn't resist trying this drink. It's absolutely gorgeous to look at, but it also tasted great. I got it with 25% sugar, but would go with zero sugar next time as I still found it to be sweet for my taste. I was told to make sure to mix it all up well and I appreciated that tip because only mixing it a little bit I had some really sweet sips and some thicker sips from the ube that is smeared in the cup to make the beautiful swirl design. I really liked how the boba was very soft compared to other boba I've had. It was also smaller in size than others. The only thing I didn't love, perhaps because it was unexpected, was that the drink was blended with ice and almost like a smoothie/milkshake consistency. After a few sips, I decided to wait and let it get slightly warmer, and subsequently thinner and liked that much more. read more

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I love the fact that there is a SipCha towards this side of town. No more having to drive to Apex just for a quality drink. Although a bit hidden within the shopping area, it's one of a kind. The drinks served are the same at the other location. I did stop by for a Taro drink and the sugar level was a little bit low. I may have to ask for more sugar next time. Other than that, I wish this location much success! read more

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Varsha S.

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I absolutely hated it.They charged me extra for no ice but still my tea is watery as they have added water to it. It doesn't have milk taste at all. read more

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Stopped in to SipCha during a Yelp Elite event during a weekday afternoon. I live in the area but hadn't noticed the new establishment. It sits right next to Publix. It's small and not a whole lot of seating. So I imagine on a busier day you'll want to get in and get out or you'll feel cramped. The team behind the counter are all pleasant. My Brown Sugar Bubble drink was good and made quickly. Just make sure to stir it up real good before you drink it. It was good and I'm sure we'll be back for a drink or ice cream in the future. read more

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Good ambience! Good customer service! Very friendly people. And the boba tea tastes great! I wanna try their ice creams next time I visit. My friends and I had great time chit chatting over a cup of boba tea. read more

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Light sweet fresh Boba tea. Great music always playing lively experience. Good hours clean usually come every couple of weeks. Will be back. read more

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VERY personable and welcoming place! It was almost like everyone (staff and customers) all wanted to be friends with each other and chat. A very nice vibe. It was clean and organized. The menu was easy to read. The drink I got was great! Would totally come again next time I'm in the area. read more

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This place is a guilty pleasure on a sunny day, or any day for that matter:) It is conveniently located next to Publix, and is a great place to stop on a long walk through Cary or on your way home from work. I recommend the Taro Boba, Matcha Boba, Brown Sugar Boba, Berry Boba, and pretty much anything else:) The staff is super friendly and the flavors are always poppin. read more

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I loved the service!! the service was so cool, the music was great, and they had such good boba :3. one issue tho, the straws were pilling and they were kinda low quality :(https://youtube.com/shorts/HMhKbVw8mGo?si=h6_vyQUjvtNOweqk read more

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Very good boba, they greet you when you walk in the door, and the inside is nicely decelerated.

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Delicious drinks and ice cream with genuine hospitality. I was greeted immediately moment I stepped foot into the shop. Got the passion fruit drink with the matcha azuki rolled ice cream and it was incredible! Place is warm and clean with cute and simple decor . A tea shop filled with happy vibes and delicious drinks. Please come support this friendly local business. Thank you read more

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OMG IT'S THE BEST BOBA PLACE EVERRRRRRR. They let you choose your milk type and sugar level y'all. You can get no sugar!!! You can customize!!! It's all good ingredients and good flavors!!! The people who work there are really nice!!! Music is a little loud but otherwise I love it!!!!!!!! read more

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More info about SipCha

407 Emissary Dr
Cary, NC 27519
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(984) 465-0462
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Hours

What time does SipCha open?

SipCha opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does SipCha close?

SipCha closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.SipCha closes at 9:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 11:00 AM - 8:00 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does SipCha take credit cards?

Yes, SipCha takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does SipCha have catering options?

No, SipCha does not have catering options.

Does SipCha have a drive thru?

No, SipCha does not have a drive thru.

Does SipCha serve alcohol?

No, SipCha does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does SipCha allow dogs?

Yes, SipCha allows dogs.

Does SipCha have TVs?

Yes, SipCha has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does SipCha have bike parking?

Yes, SipCha has bike parking.

Does SipCha have outdoor seating?

Yes, SipCha has outdoor seating options.

Does SipCha have parking?

Yes, SipCha has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is SipCha wheelchair accessible?

Yes, SipCha is wheelchair accessible.

Does SipCha have free WiFi?

Yes, SipCha has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

We specialize in bubble tea, roll ice cream and mochi waffles!

History

Established in 2019.

We are a little local owned bubble tea shop in North Carolina. We are started in 2019 with the intention of bringing high quality bubble tea to the triangle area. All of our products are made with the highest ingredients. Bubble tea helps bring friends and family together!

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3.2 mi

Purple and Pearl never disappoints and we keep coming back for a reason! On our latest visit, we…read moretried the croffle (a croissant transformed into a waffle) and it was absolutely divine. The menu and drinks are consistently on point. The owner herself served us and prepared our food, which says everything about the heart behind this place. She's incredibly warm and welcoming. With a 99/100 sanitation rating, you can sit back and enjoy every bite knowing the space is held to a seriously high standard. The vibe here is just the best.. soft, relaxing music sets the perfect mood, and there are even games to keep the good times going. Whether you're stopping in solo or making it a whole outing, Purple and Pearl delivers every single time.

Bottom line: Purple & Pearl is a nicely decorated shop with many types of tea/milk/matcha type…read morebeverages. I enjoyed the strawberry lime tea here a lot with the minimum sweetness level. The croffle was good, I was a bit confused by the offered toppings however the whipped cream it originally has on it works well but has a very thick layer of it. I'd definitely come back for the strawberry lime tea in the future. The Deets: During a recent walk through the neighborhood, I noticed the newish Purple & Pearl and decided to pop in there. Purple & Pearl specializes in fruit tea/bubble tea/milk tea/matcha latte/Vietnamese coffee/fresh milk beverages with a few snacks in the form of croffles (waffle and croissant hybrid). Upon entering, this space is very nicely decorated with high aesthetic appeal. I looked over the menu and decided on getting the strawberry lime tea with a croffle to snack on there. I got the tea with the lowest available sweetness (sticker on it stated 25%, from the natural sweetness of the fruit it was explained to me as I did ask for no sweetness) and liked it a lot with a great taste as well as refreshing. Looking at the topping section of the menu under the snacks/croffle area, I saw custard and asked for that on my croffle. I was quickly informed, short version, that the custard was not actually available as a croffle topping so after the explanation I decided on going with the default topping which was a lot of whipped cream with powdered sugar. I did take off a majority (not all) of the whipped cream and powdered sugar and enjoyed the croffle itself as a nice snack (in the future I would ask for no powdered sugar). I would definitely visit Purple & Pearl again for a refreshing beverage, I enjoyed the strawberry lime tea choice very much.

Original Croffle with topping, Apr 2026.

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Quickly - Chapel Hill

Will be coming back often. Great price with good tea and good chicken. Nice cleaning seating area…read moreand public bathroom. Quick service too

The worker was so sweet and helpful. The cafe was set up very welcoming and friendly. I got the…read morebrown sugar lava tea and it was very good! Not too sweet or plain. I only give 4 stars because the menu offered a lot of options they no longer had as far as food goes. Would go back again.

Inside. Facing straight ahead right after entering. Seating to left, open kitchen and ordering counter to right.

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Menu as of July 22, 2022.

Tiger Sugar - Cary

3.9

(30 reviews)

4.0 mi

I stopped by Tiger Sugar expecting to satisfy a bubble tea craving, but surprisingly, the star of…read morethe visit ended up being the Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken. Freshly fried and incredibly crispy, each bite had that perfect crunch while still staying juicy on the inside. I originally ordered it with the Original powder, which added a savory, well-balanced seasoning that paired beautifully with the chicken. While I was enjoying that, one of the staff members suggested I try the Classic Pepper and Plum powder as well. I'm glad they did. The Classic Pepper brought a bold, aromatic kick, while the Plum powder added a subtle sweet-and-tangy twist that made the flavor profile even more addictive. Both seasonings were excellent in their own way, and it's honestly hard to pick a favorite. Definitely coming back to explore more of the menu.

Usually have no complaints about this location, but recently had a less than stellar experience. We…read moreordered 2 drinks. There was only one person working out front, but it was a very slow Friday. Definitely shouldn't have taken as long as it did. We placed our order, we were then notified they ran out of oolong tea. At this point we had already waited close to 20 minutes for our drink so we decided to wait the extra 5-7 minutes for the tea to be finished. We ended up leaving the spot 34 minutes after placing our order. Used to come here once a week, but will probably avoid it for a while. There were a few other people who had issues with their order during the time we waited in the store too. A man waited 20 mins only for his order to not have been properly placed by the kiosk.

#1 most popular brown sugar boba milk!

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Bengong's Tea

4.2

(15 reviews)

2.7 mi

I was so thrilled to find a Bengong in NC. It is one of my favorite chains that I've tried in…read moreCalifornia. I ordered remotely and got the peach oolong milk tea with barley, 50% sweet. This is always my go-to at a new Bengong location as a quality check of sorts. I didn't see the cream top option but I may have missed it. My drink was ready before I arrived at the small store. It was very clean and unoccupied, though the staff were busy making many takeout orders. I was handed my drink and out the door in a jiffy. Just like every other Bengong I've been to, there is a wish tree by the entrance, covered in handwritten wishes by customers. I loved my peach oolong, it was creamy, fragrant, and not too sweet. The barley burst in my mouth and had a nicely chewy texture. I regretted getting the medium size, as I could have easily finished a large. I will definitely come back to Bengong for my milk tea fix, and it is an excellent addition to the Triangle's boba scene.

Bottom line: Delicious beverage in the Green Grape Sparkling Tea here at BenGong's Tea in…read moreMorrisville. With customizing the ice and sugar added level, you can get the drink that suits you the best. A large menu selection and pleasant service here (although a kiosk ordering option is available as well). I enjoyed it! The Deets: While doing some errands at McCrimmons Corners, I spotted this place and decided on a refreshment stop there. Even on their own items, I've seen this place as BenGong's Tea and Ben Gong's Tea which supposedly means "Her Majesty's" Tea in Chinese. I went into the quaint, bright, inviting bubble tea shop and saw that you can order with staff or by kiosk, a plus for those of us that are not "kiosk friendly" yet. In looking at the menu, I spotted the Green Grape Sparkling Tea and went with that one. The staff member was pleasant and helpful taking my order. I ordered with less ice and no added sweetness, with the added fruit in it the sweetness was just right for me without adding extra so good call. The tasty bubbly tea was just what I wanted, I liked this drink. I did notice afterwards with their online menu that the "toppings" included with this drink are crystal jelly and lime slices, so I think I might ask for no crystal jelly next time. Also of note is that their containers are very sturdy with a good sized portion as well (as they are not the cheapest beverages but again, good quality). My tea came out in pretty good time, I thought, but did I did see others waiting around a bit for their order so it may depend on what you actually order on how quickly you get it. I'm glad I stopped to try out BenGong's Tea and won't hesitate to visit in the future when needing a bit of refreshment.

Peach Oolong Milk Tea Large

Red Bean Sago Milk Tea is smaller than expected but delicious!!

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Part of seating area, June 2026.

Kung Fu Tea - Cary

I enjoyed the Rose Hip tea with 50% sweetness and Mango boba. Very delicious! The staff here were…read morepleasant and welcoming. This tea is expensive but well worth it. I appreciate there being non-caffeine options like the Rose hip.

This is the 2nd Kung Fu Tea location we've been to, and our expectation wasn't great after trying…read moretheir teas multiple times in the first location. We ordered something we've never ordered in a Kung Fu Tea before: Brown Sugar milktea. This particular Kung Fu Tea spot is in a fantastic location, next to our favorite ramen spot, Miso Ramen Bar. My girl ordered 1 we'd share while we finish our meal. Feng Cha in Morrisville was about to close so Kung Fu was the only milktea place we can get one by 9 PM. The texture of the boba is perfect, and the amount is well-balanced for a $6+ milktea. My first sip of the milktea itself didn't last a great impression, however. While I can smell the fragrant smell of freshly-brewed tea, I could barely taste the brown sugar flavor and the milktea doesn't taste as creamy as Feng Cha's or Milklab's. Even Tiger Sugar near H-Mart served better quality brown sugar milktea but it's slightly better than Breco Tea's disappointing Brown Sugar milktea. In other words: This milktea is average compared to other Brown Sugar milkteas we've tried. My girl loves its aroma and she says it's not bad. Customer service is fast: Barrista was able to serve our drink in less than 5 minutes. Ambiance is fine, place looked clean. Overall, I see Kung Fu Tea Cary as the McDonald's of the milktea industry - franchise looks as strong as Quickly's. and it'll be enjoyable to a casual milktea customer. But why settle for average when there are other milktea spots that can offer higher quality blends for about the same price?

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Bapu Fresh

Nice ambiance! Reasonably priced compared to other bubble tea shops! The reason for the less stars…read moreis that they did not post if they do less sugar and ice modifications on their menu. In addition, the tea was okay, but I did not feel like finishing the entire drink-maybe it had to do with the sweetness. The service was excellent and even served us the drinks at our table. I also appreciated the board games they had available!

Excited to find another boba shop near me. I've gone a few times now, and ordered something…read moredifferent each time. Everyone was super friendly and the menu looks amazing. There is a bit of everything: milk teas, slushes, bubble waffles, and noodles. I've tried the Mango Sago, Taro Milk Tea, and the Takoyaki. It was enough to satisfy my craving, but each time there was something missing. The mango sago was very subtle in flavor, it would have been nice to have a stronger mango flavor..after all, it is in the name! The taro milk tea was really good and was recommended by the cashier, but the honey tapioca pearls were all stuck together and too soft rather than chewy. Then there's the takoyaki..I also found it too soft. It was more creamy in texture than others I've had. Inside was super cute with the warm lighting and casual seating. It's a great place to meet up with friends. I'll come back to try other items, but for now I think I'll wait a little longer for the kinks to be worked out, as they are still new.

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H Mart - Cary

As a San Francisco transplant, H Mart feels like coming home. If you've never been, you're missing…read moreout. Think of it as the Whole Foods of Korean grocery stores--spotlessly clean, beautifully organized, and packed with everything from fresh produce to hard-to-find Asian ingredients. The food court alone is worth the trip. The LA galbi was outstanding, and the Taiwanese fried pork chop plate brought back childhood memories. I also stocked up on my favorite laksa instant noodles that I can no longer find in Charlotte. One tip: the food court closes at 7:30 PM, so don't make the same mistake I did on my first visit. H Mart is more than a grocery store--it's an experience. Life is too short to not eat well, so treat yourself.

3.5 rounded to a 4. Love that this Asian grocery mart has a food court. My daughter loves to pick…read moreup boba from the cafe/bakery there. Because seafood is put on ice for purchase in the grocery portion of the store, that area has an odd fishy smell but otherwise I enjoy browsing the shelves for goodies. There's a nice tea collection and I love the section with chopsticks, bowls, etc. Service is ok.

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Feng Cha

Feng Cha is an excellent, tea forward boba tea shop. I am a big tea snob and need to taste the tea…read moreflavor over all the sugar and toppings and Feng Cha really delivers. They're one of the few places Ive been to that offers lactaid as a milk option and I truly believe lactaid is the best milk for milk teas, so I absolutely love this option. The staff is very pleasant and kind, however they weren't very knowledgeable about tea. When I asked what type of black tea they used, all 3 employees were perplexed and said "it just says black." Upon tasting it, I could tell it was Ceylon, which is one of my favorites, but I do think the employees should work on being a bit more educated on their products. The store itself was setup really great for a group of a few friends and sit and chat while they drink their tea, however the chairs and tables were definitely "used", if you will. Not falling apart but a bit grubby. Overall, the tea quality is so good and the atmosphere good enough that Ill keep going back.

Horrible service. I placed my order thru the self service screen and they forgot about my order. I…read morehave been waiting for 30mins. I know because i took a photo at 4:42 and saw the time. And i asked at 15mins and they still made me wait. People before me got their order first. Horrible. And now i just found out they're out of coffee to make my drink. Got a refund and left. Please fix this

Back area

Drinks and dessert

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Asali Desserts & Cafe

Updating my review since I have been to Asali numerous times now. Each visit is magical and the…read moredesserts are absolutely gorgeous (and tasty). Plus their drinks are incredible and the employees are efficient and friendly. Usually at a cafe I prefer either the drinks or the food. Here I can't decide which I like more and they have so many options to pick from. From divine baklava to decadent chocolate tarts and towering cakes paired with flowering teas and matcha lattes. Most recently I had my favorite chocolate tart with a pistachio saffron matcha latte. The latte was definitely the star and the saffron came through even when competing with the other strong flavors. Overall, highly recommend Asali and I'm already looking forward to my next visit!

Located in a nice spot, lots of parking. When you walk in you see a gorgeous array of desserts…read more Friendly service albeit slow. Lots of seating, open and bright. Prices were quite high in my opinion and the mousse tarts whole gorgeous, were difficult to eat the tart part. Very hard to cut into. As for the coffee, I was underwhelmed. It was only lukewarm. And, while latte art isn't super important, it was not impressive. The flavor was ok, but with it not being hot it wasn't excellent. I'd give the coffee another try and maybe a different dessert. When I go back I will give an update, but for now, I have to give 3 stars.

High Tea - 3 people spread

Wedding cake

Pumpkin cake pop

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Farmside Kitchen - Cary Waverly Place

I love this place! Their Chicken Caesar is unique and delicious (quite creative to include…read moretomatoes, Parmesan crisps, and quinoa on a Caesar, but I LOVED it!!!). Next time I will have to try the hibiscus lemonade! Thanks for making healthy food more exciting and bringing Farmside Kitchen to Cary!!!

The best way I can describe Farmside Kitchen is: imagine the Chipotle build-your-own model, but…read moreapplied entirely to salad ingredients and executed really well. You pick, you mix, you customize, and somehow it all comes together into something genuinely tasty. The Food The Farmhouse Salad and a few of the other signature options are excellent if you want something simple and satisfying right out of the gate. But the real fun is in the mix-and-match. The standard menu combinations are creative and the ingredient pairings work better than you'd expect. What's consistently impressed me most is the freshness. Everything tastes like it was actually prepped that day, which isn't a given at fast-casual spots. I have had to someties further chop down larger components that may not have been chopped with care but that is an easy fix. Pro Tip: If you're watching sodium, be intentional about your dressing choice. Some of them can sneak up on you. Easy fix once you know -- but worth flagging for my fellow low-sodium folks. Logistics: Parking is easy. Prices are reasonable. The only thing keeping me from being a regular is the 20-minute drive from my house, which says more about my laziness than anything about the restaurant. Bottom Line: Fresh ingredients, fun customization, solid value. If you want a healthy fast-casual lunch that doesn't feel like a punishment, Farmside Kitchen delivers. Recommend.

Farmside Kitchen Waverly Opening March 11th- Free Farmbowls from 11-1 and 5-7!

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Dampf Good BBQ

If you crave good barbecue low and slow smoked to perfection, then Dampf Good BBQ should be on your…read moredestination list for delicious food. Get here early! The line that forms before they open moves quickly providing good service. The service is farm style ambiance casual. Dampf Good BBQ is a popular Texas-style barbecue food truck in Cary, NC, known for its brisket, beef ribs, and homemade sausages, operating out of Phillips Farm. Dampf is the name of two brothers who run huge wood fired smokers. Dampf is open Thursday through Saturday, opening at 11:00 am and may often sell out before closing. There is online ordering available but there is no delivery services through Door Dash or UBER EATS at this time. The dining area is rusticly limited to casual dress covered outdoor space that offers picnic tables for seating at Phillips farm. The featured sides are mashed potato salad, coleslaw, beans and elote, along with tasty artisan crafted beverages. I highly recommend! Check them out!

EDIT #2: I am…read moreputting this at the top, if you care to read the whole story, continue on. If not, then the only part that matters is at the top. DO NOT EAT BBQ ANYWHERE ELSE. We finally had time to order the Dampf Feast. OMG, This puts bbq I've had in the motherland of bbq, Texas, in second place! Dampf has earned that Michelin star. The beef rib is lean yet tender and flavorful. Melt in your mouth but without the squishy fat in between the meat. It was cooked and rendered to perfection. The rub is delicious. The pork ribs are my new favorite! IF I could somehow marry them with the (and don't hate me for saying this) P.F.Changs Korean BBQ rib sauce, I'd never eat anything else ever again. The pork ribs had a ever so slightly sweet and tangy rub on them. Very tender, hardly any fat so again, a perfect cook and render. The brisket was a tad salty for my preference but oh my, it was cooked to utter perfection. It was melt in your mouth moist and so flavorful. The turkey was very flavorful and will make for excellent sandwiches tomorrow. It was moist, which for turkey, is a testament to their skill. I didn't try the sausages as it's not my thing, our kids loved them. Lastly the pulled pork was the absolute best I've ever had. Period and hands down. Lean, moist and just enough sauce to give flavor. The bbq baked beans were oh so yummy and with a little kick! The fire roasted veggies were done to perfection. Roasted and cooked yet crispy and packed with flavor. I got two and even the kids went back for more! I can say this, Dampf has earned every bit of that Michelin star. Sorry, no pics. There wasn't any time. The whole drive home I was tormented by the aromas wafting in from the trunk. The camera wasn't even a thought. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Original Post: I'm leaving this review purely based on one interaction and the complete and utter lack of respect or appreciation for the people who decide to support their business. We like Texas bbq. So much so that we order regularly from Terry Black's Barbecue in Texas so when someone on Next Door suggested dampf, we decided to try it. Initially we drove past it because it's a very non descript location but it looked promising being on the property of a farm. They serve out of a food truck so the line forms outside, not a big deal but this day was rather chilly, still, for Texas styled ribs, it's worth the cold. Because we have experience with a Texas styled ribs restaurant (brick and mortar) in PA that would often sell out, we checked the menu for anything crossed out. We checked for any notices indicating items unavailable. There were no such notices and nothing on the menu was crossed out. We got in line and waited. Ten minutes, then twenty and the line barely moved and most of that was due to patrons ahead of us in the line deciding to leave. After an hour, it just over that, someone came and advised that they've been sold out of beef ribs, pork ribs and brisket for 2 hours. Wow. Way to show respect for our time. Why not cross out those menu items? Even after that announcement, they didn't update their menu. I just don't think I can hand over my money to a business that doesn't respect my time or business. EDIT: I received a reply from Dampf and appreciate the courtesy of that reply. We will give them a try, perhaps using the online ordering to be certain we don't show up when something has been sold out.

BBQ sandwich with loaded mashed potato salad

So tasty.

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Andia's Ice Cream

A good amount of different ice cream flavors and servers are willing to let you sample different…read moreflavors as well which is nice. Flavors are fairly different as well which is also a nice change. Inside is pretty small but there is outdoor seating available at this location. We got the mini flight that comes with six mini scoops and two waffle cone chips. Flavor profiles are on point and ice cream is fairly creamy. My only complain is the serving sizes are small for the price you pay. The quality is good but you don't get much in each scoop. The ice cream sandwiches don't keep their form when you take a bite of it as well.

On Feb 14th we were back at our favorite Andias again. This time we ordered a flight and their…read moreValentine's special heart-shaped flight with slightly bigger scoops.. because... why not? We mixed some old favorites with a few new flavors. The dark chocolate raspberry was SO good. Chocolate lovers, you need to try this one! Our forever favorites are still bakhlawa (with those bakhlawa bites ) and rose pistachio - the rose essence is just perfect, not overpowering at all. Tried one new flavor "UBE" for the first time too. I think it was made with coconut milk and I really liked it! Always fun discovering new favorites. Service was amazing and super patient. They happily let you try different flavors before you pick your final perfect cup which I always appreciate because choosing is hard They even changed up their decor for the February LOVE vibe and updated the menu colors. Super cute touch. They do have milkshakes, but I'm not ready for that many calories in one go yet! Maybe one day when my mind (and cravings) say yes lol.

Sampler Flight. $7.75. Baklava, Cake Batter, Oreo Latte, Ube, Malted Twix, Rose Pistachio. Topped with 2 waffle wedges.

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Sampler Flight. $7.75. Baklava, Cake Batter, Oreo Latte, Ube, Malted Twix, Rose Pistachio. Topped with 2 waffle wedges.

Chanticleer Cafe & Bakery

Cozy neighborhood café-bakery with a sprawling chalkboard menu and a pastry case that's hard to…read morewalk past. I went savory: a chicken salad croissant (flaky, generously filled, with a side of bow-tie pasta salad and a creamy poppyseed slaw) and a pressed caprese-style panini with tomato, mozzarella, and basil grilled to a deep golden crisp. Both solid, satisfying lunches. On the drinks, the cold brew made with Joe Van Gogh beans was great--smooth and well-balanced. The iced café au lait was acceptable, nothing memorable but it did the job. The bakery case alone is worth a stop: cannoli, cranberry almond muffins, strawberry streusel coffee cake, cinnamon rolls, brownies, and a rack of croissants. Friendly counter service and a comfortable spot whether you're grabbing a quick bite or lingering with a coffee. Worth a return visit. Prices are very reasonable.

Chanticleer is a hidden gem in Cary! I don't know why it's taken me so long to discover it…read more The staff are all super friendly and welcoming. They helped me navigate my coffee order and executed it to perfection. They also answered all of my gluten free questions and took extra precautions for my allergy. The egg white and cheese sandwich with turkey bacon was great. Pro tip: Order it with a double portion of egg white for added protein. I also got an iced cafe latte with caramel. You can get a punch card for every coffee and get one free on your tenth purchase. They have a great pastry selection. I got an almond croissant to go for my mom on a recommendation from a friend that said it's a can't miss! (I can't try it due to my allergy but it looks amazing) The ambiance has a cute cafe with plenty of seating.