I may have mentioned how as I get older I love the simpler things more and more. Long gone is the guy who mixed all the sodas at the fountain. Thus, today it was simply a Taichi Milk Tea with Boba. Please do not quote me on this, but it seems they use a special kind of milk? Whatever the case, the result was delicious! The tea and milk flavors were both noticeable but not overwhelming or overpowering in any way. Excellent amount of 'bite' from the tea and savory/creamy notes from the milk. The sugar and ice levels in the default beverage were on-point as well! I often find myself having to specify "less sugar" and "less ice". While such customizations are built into the menu, it's lovely that the base isn't gobs of ice and sugar. The boba was fine, nothing to write home (on Yelp?) about here. The vibe inside is lovely. It is wood, black and splashes of color. The service was polite and speedy (though to be fair - it wasn't very busy at the time). While I am not yet local to Chicago, I will be in a few months. When this happens, I look forward to returning, and trying some poke and ramen as well! read more

Taichi Bubble Tea Chicago - Taichi Milk Tea - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've been going there for 9 years never been disappointed I went in to order a smoothie it came out like a 7-11 ICEE! My teeth are sensitive I asked if I can just get something else she was NON ACCOMMODATING. I've spent so much money here and even have family going there . I'm not surprised this happened with them! From my experience if you eat at Asian establishments you better get your order right the first time because they will not accommodate anything for you. All I asked was to exchange! And their menu should say ICEE NOT SMOOTHIE read more

The owner of this place needs to seriously consider re-training their employees because this place has serious issues with employees getting orders incorrect, and it's a consistent problem. Every time I come here the employees tend to get *something* wrong, but the reason I'm leaving this review right now is my partner just returned home with several poke bowls. The problem is the employee making their poke straight up skipped HALF of the ingredients on the order form. The poke my partner received straight up didn't have *any* proteins in it and was missing several of the add-ins. Like, forgetting to add corn or something I can understand. But they straight up forgot to add ANY protein. And when they're charging by the protein that means they straight ripped my partner off. I can't even fix this for her because she already returned home with the food and it's more trouble than it's worth to go back to have them fix it, so I'm sharing part of my poke with her. But seriously, I've NEVER seen so many mistakes so consistently at a restaurant like I do at this location, it's unbelievable for an employee to straight up skip the CORE ASPECT of making a poke bowl Ridiculous. read more

Nice little corner store that sells poke burritos/bowls and a variety of other adjacent food. You build your own based off what you want, and they have a wide selection of ingredients available. I got poke burrito, with tuna, cucumber, spinach, cream cheese, avocado and green onion. The burritos are medium/smaller but it matches with the price you pay for it. The burrito was decent, as the ingredients were not the freshest but not old by any means. As for allergens, we asked in regards to my partners burrito and they said it should be okay. Unfortunately she did have a mild allergic reaction, and I understand accidents happen but something to note. As for the store itself, its a pretty large place and they sell a variety of plushies, blind boxes and vinyl figurines. I want to love it but it was just okay overall. read more

Taichi Bubble Tea Chicago - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The customer is always right. You guys failed and lost my service forever. My first time coming in and trying a new spot, so excited, and I didn't know what to try , got a rice bowl and and tarro drink. I had one sip and really didn't like it I asked if I could change it and I got yelled at. And told to get out so rude and disrespectfully. read more

First time in. Very cute, clean refreshing place. Great place to grab a milk tea. We each had a Taro Milk Tea with Boba. I asked for Soy Milk and the server informed me that their milk is non dairy. Yes! Thank you. The boba was deliciously chewy. The Taro drink very tasty. I'm coming back. Updating this review. Not so sure the cashier was correct in telling me the Milk is non dairy because hours later after enjoying the drink, my tummy didn't feel so good. Felt like how I feel when I have a reaction to dairy. Hmmmm. Next time for sure ordering with soy or almond milk. For that, I'm taking away a star. read more

Management is terrible! The drink I ordered was terrible and I asked for a change in drink and was told it wasn't possible.

Variety of selection to choose, fresh made, vibrant atmosphere, great addition to the area. read more

Taichi Bubble Tea Chicago - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

It's a cute place but this was the worst ramen ever. No flavors. Paid $16 for nothing. I really wanted to like them but it's a no for me.

I wanted something healthy so I checked this spot out for the first time today. I loved the whole vibe and decor of the place, extremely clean. Since it was my first time here; Ken helped me and was very friendly. He gave me a check list to create my own Poke bowl and I opted for shrimp as my protein, brown rice, shredded red cabbage, green onions, fried onions, pickled radish with two sauces; I also ordered a premium beef bowl and honeydew milk tea with boba to go for my son. The rice bowl is fresh and delicious; so is the honeydew milk tea! I highly recommend this super cute spot to grab some lunch or a healthy dinner. They have a great drink selection and sell cute keychains and stuffed plushes you can purchase as well! I also would like to point out the fact that the lady really packaged my to go meals properly! Utensils were neatly packed in and I love a place that does that! It really makes a difference. read more

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I've been here dozens of times through the years and none have ever let me down! The brown sugar boba is to die for and the sushi burritos are so satisfying to eat - crunchy, chewy, and jam packed with the ingredients you choose! You're definitely getting what you pay for here. I've also always noticed that the place is ALWAYS clean and tidy, and they also sell really cute merchandise up at the front by the cashier! Also a big fan of the kpop music they play! The ambience in general is adorable with all the plushies and beautiful lights everywhere - the perfect cute joint to come enjoy with friends and good company :) read more

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the food and drinks are really tasty every time, and i enjoy the ambience. the only complaint i have is that there isn't a public restroom in an establishment that seems perfect for taking a couple hours to eat and get some work done at a big spacious table! i wish i could hang out here for a while but i cant bc of that read more

I was in the area for the 400s Theatre nearby, and was looking around for some options to grab a drink. Glad to see this place is a short walk from the theatre. I ordered a lemon strawberry boba drink with 25% sugar and I think it was very tasty. I will say that they put a little bit more ice in there than I had hoped for and when I purchased it, I wish they had asked how I wanted my ice level. Either way, the indoor space is really cute, and they have a large patio as well. This is a perfect spot given its proximity to Loyola! read more

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I love coming here for boba, food, and to hang out. The interior is very welcoming and cute - they have a section near the register with keychains and plushies for sale and it is a very spacious place, always easy to find a seat. Service is also very fast for both food and boba. I've had their poke bowl for lunch and it was generous and filling. I also love that they have plentiful outlets for hunkering down to do some work. Highly recommend as a spot to check out in Rogers Park. read more

Taichi Bubble Tea Chicago - Poke and ramen - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great food! Highly recommend. Although they have an extended menu and its difficult to specialize. I don't recommend ramen, its all right but other options are more appealing. read more

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I love eating fresh salads with the personalized ingredient list. Taichi Bubble Tea Chicago does just that. It reminds me of some places found in Honolulu. Upon arrival, customers fill out a menu in order to choose their own ingredients. Some ingredients include cucumbers, tofu, cilantro, bacon, tuna, shrimp, lettuce, ginger and red cabbage. I decided on the tofu and an all vegetable entree. Talk about delicious. I love how all the ingredients such as the seaweed salad, ginger, endamame, avocado, spinach, and green onions taste so fresh. For the base, I like the brown rice with sesame. The service rates an A+. We did not have to wait long to receive our order. Taichi Bubble Tea Chicago serves bubble tea as well. The next time I come here I will definitely order a bubble tea. Many students come here for a quick meal. They use the app to order their meals. Come to Taichi Bubble Tea Chicago. Bring friends, family, or dates. read more

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Delicious ramen and sushi burritos. I had the Jasmine milk tea with boba. The service was quick and the restaurant was clean. Great for a quick clean meal close to Roger's park and loyao read more

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Stopped in here for lunch to power up on a day of home renovations and this fit the bill- filling yet not heavy, pretty quick, and outdoor seating. Loved that there was a paper menu you could fill out to order exactly what you wanted, instead of awkwardly having to decide quickly at the counter. Lots of options to customize to fit your taste or diet. I got a brown rice poke bowl with shrimp and salmon, with yuzu and ponzu on the side. The veggies were fresh and tasty as was the protein. I didn't try any bubble tea or drinks but the menu was expansive and looked great. The inside space is nicely designed. Great fast casual spot. read more

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Great place for students with relatively cheap options and great tea. Way better than Gong Cha and TBaar. Interior of the place is great and lots of seating. Friendly workers. read more

I love this spot. Mainly because I moved from Hawaii last year to this hits a lot of positive notes for me and reminds me design and food wise of something I'd find in Hawaii. They have mainly Japanese fusion fare. Sushi burritos, rice bowls, ramen, and a variety of appetizers. All are full customizable with so many options. I have a chicken Teri rice bowl, a few in our party got ramen as well. Everything was delicious as usual. It's always good to finish your meal off with one of their milk teas or smoothies. I love the open space. They have lots of seating options and have a dining space in the back that can accommodate. There's Japanese in the area, but this place is more quick prep comfort food but outside of high end dining this is one of my favorite spots to get a quick fresh and healthy meal. read more

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When I walked by here, I expected another mid-ramen place by a college campus that basically sold cheap but otherwise mediocre ramen. Well color me surprised when it was as fantastic as it was! The atmosphere is very clean and that modern chic with an asian flair. It's super cute and trendy inside with spacious booths, perfect for groups. But the ramen, ooh, this is some damn good ramen. It's not perfect but it warms the soul with a solid broth that's actually spicy! Toppings are average, solid egg but I gotta say the star here is the chashu. This looks like it would be mid. It's deliciously marinated pork belly that is above the base standard for what chashu should be. Going to be real, I have had better ramen, but for a local joint, this is a solid option I would recommend to anyone looking to warm the soul on a cold day. read more

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Wow, inflation really is hitting this place hard because they barely gave me any protein in my three protein rice bowl. I intentionally upgraded my bowl size to get more protein to accommodate my hunger. When the bowl arrived it felt like I ordered a one maybe two protein bowl (that's a stretch). I truly understand cost saving practices but if someone is willing to spend more on an item you shouldn't skim on the item. My rice bowl felt more like the salad option because I had a ton of veggies and a little scoop of rice. When I initially got my bowl I wasn't sure what protein I received because the spicy options are shredded or mashed up. I've ordered a lot of poke bowls in my life and I have not seen the protein mashed like that. The protein itself was tasty but like I said the experience ended before it really started. If the bowl came with the appropriate amount of protein and less filler food, I would recommend checking it out. But since they don't, I wouldn't waste your money for a fish salad. read more

When in Chicago get boba! Found this location and I must say it's super cute, plenty of seating. Friendly staff. They even have souvenirs that you can buy and take home. They also have ramen and sushi menu. read more

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So far i have only dined out and have enjoyed their tapioca drinks and their soups. I recommend them.

Tried this place last year, same ramen and the taro milk tea. I could not get myself to drink the tea but the ramen was alright. I decided to give it a second chance and loved the ramen and the zang zang milk tea. The workers are really nice and the place is so cute. I love the plushies and the little keychains they have. read more

Taichi Bubble Tea Chicago - Miso Ramen Noodle Soup - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food here is really wonderful. The indoor seating has been uncomfortable on hot days, but sitting outside is really lovely. The sushi burritos (just large uncut sushi rolls) are great and very flexible based on your own tastes. My husband loves the ramen, and we both love the boba. Service has been hit and miss depending on who is at the counter, but generally very good. Not a far walk for us, and definitely somewhere I'm really enjoying eating. read more

This place is a decent spot if you can't make it to say "Asia on argyle" for some really extraordinary delicious bubble tea. The vibe is nice here and the big open space to sit is comfortable...Well at least when they have air on in the summer...aka sometimes it can be sweltering hot in this place in the summer heat months. Anyways stick to the milk teas and other teas and completely avoid the smoothies which taste really artificial along with a bad after taste. read more

I had a hankering for some bubble tea. I'm sure that sentence hasn't been used before. Anyway, my traveling buddy and I did a search for nearby places to indulge and came across Taichi. I ordered the Taro milk tea with tapioca pearls, my partner ordered strawberry milk tea with strawberry jelly. Both were pretty good. We both enjoyed the Taro more. I would order it without ice next time. I'll try it again. The atmosphere was fun and the service was friendly and quick. read more

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Obsessed with their customizable rice bowls. Drinks are amazing too. Service is always quick.

Delicious, refreshing, and lots of boba! The location is very clean and follows all COVID protocols, and has great prices! read more

Taichi Bubble Tea Chicago - Strawberry Milk Tea - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Their advertised price on the posters outside does not match up with the prices they ring you up at. Spoke with a manager and after an insulting conversatuon aimed in my direction he gave me a 50 cent refund... he overcharged me 3 dollars on 4 drinks... Drinks had hard Bobba inside and did not taste good. This place was not one I would advise trying. read more

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My review is based off of their poke bowl and take out service during covid. They have got the place set up very nicely - plastic partitions all around, all staff wearing masks appropriately and a good limited contact system for ordering and picking up food. I ordered a poke bowl using their paper and pens to mark what I wanted and I was impressed with their selection of ingredients that you could choose. I went with the double protein ($10.99) and you could add on as many veggies, toppings, and sauces as you want! The bowl was full of fresh ingredients and one of the most satisfying and healthier meals I've had within the past year! I love that they offer sauces on the side- their mango sauce is very nice and their spicy mayo packs a savory punch! Definitely will be coming back! read more

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This place is close to the beach and a great spot for a quick ramen. They have big booths that are usually filled with students and some smaller tables so plenty of seating. Service is usually quick and food is tasty. The vegetarian ramen has a tomatoey broth and spongey textured tofu like no other. Yet to try their bubble tea oddly but they have an extensive menu of options so I'll have to return soon! read more

Great Bubble tea as well as super solid poke bowls! Recommend for a quick weeknight poke.

If you told me back when I was a Loyola student that there would be a ramen/boba/poke place by my old apartment, I wouldn't believe you. So happy this is here! Their poke bowls are made to order and PACKED - I was so full from a huge hefty bowl. Their ramen bowls are also made to order with different broths and fillings. Only wished they layered the poke bowls with the rice as the base, instead of putting them in compartments like in quarters of the bowl. Also a great variety of boba! And Loyola students get a discount! read more

Taichi Bubble Tea Chicago - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Hands down, the most delicious, fresh and affordable food in the neighborhood. We usually pick up our orders ourselves as they use other delivery services which are expensive. A great place to eat or order from. read more

What's not to like?! Bubble tea, poke bowls, great prices. This place is a gem. A great addition to the neighborhood.

I'm giving Taichi 5 stars because the lady at the register was nice and I had no problem charging my phone at this restaurant. Now you'd think "oh five stars for that? is the bar that low?" APPARENTLY IT IS. I went here AFTER going to Ropa Cabana, on Loyola Beach where I was absolutely SCREAMED AT for asking to charge my phone. Going here right after just gave me that sweet sweet taste of civilized discussion. The sushi burrito was decent. read more

A bubble tea cafe + ramen joint + sushi/poke bar rolled into one awesome restaurant. We tried the tonkotsu ramen (with extra noodles), a poke bowl, and the Taichi bubble tea (hot and cold). The tonkotsu ramen was delicious with a super rich broth and very well seasoned toppings. My only complaint was that the portion was a little on the small side, and there wasn't enough of the delicious broth. The noodles were the thin type, which aren't favorite. But the broth and toppings compensated for them. The poke bowl was a little different than the ones in other local restaurants. It had a lot of vegetables and is on the spicy side. It tasted like it was seasoned with some gojuchang (Korean hot sauce). The Taichi bubble tea (milk tea) was pretty good. Not better than the bubble tea at other places, but good enough. They do have a lot of other interesting flavors of bubble tea that I'd definitely try next time. What makes this place truly stand out (other than the fact that it has all my favorite foods and drinks in one place) is the unique decor and ambiance. The restaurant is very spacious, modern, and is decorated like a bamboo/panda jungle. There are also lots of fun games and sketchbooks on all the tables for all the wannabe (and legit) artists out there. A really nice touch. Highly recommended. read more

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This is one of my favorite Bubble tea spots in Rogers park. They have so many options for bubble tea and food. I just really ventured into their poke bowls and it was so good. Their smoothies are always on point. I'm never waiting for a long time either.The vibe in here is really cool too I usually order to go but I noticed they have cool keychains, stuffed animals to buy. They also have games for the tables to play. read more