Really good boba teas and such kind people working here! She was incredibly sweet and made my…read moretoddler another drink after she accidentally dropped and spilled her first one. Truly appreciated their patience and kindness -- great drinks and great service. We'll definitely be coming back!

SHORT ANSWER: Yes, a great small business offering excellent options…read more LOCATION: In a retail / business center with lots of parking. FACILITY: Minimal TI buildout but good enough not going over the top with expense. There are a few seats and tables inside and a few outside, but minimal. MENU: I don't know what to say, I was a bit overwhelmed with choices and then options, this was my first visit so maybe menu is normal... FOOD PREP: Very well done, with care, nice presentation. FOOD QUALITY: Matcha Creme Latte $6.67 with Sea Salt foam with boba. WAITSTAFF: very nice and did not rush me as I had really no idea what I was ordering. OVERALL VALUE: wow, I think a great value and I will return, because it was very good, people were nice, but it also seemed like a great value. TIP: If you're like me, I had never had boba and id not know what it was, well it was great. Look at the menu online and know what you want prior. I would have like to known calories and sugar content but guess its was high...

This is a hidden gem in downtown Palm Springs. I recently discovered them and I'm so happy I did…read more If you're a boba lover this place is for you. Great selection of flavors and types of drinks. The service is always fast and welcoming. Right in the heart of downtown the ambience is calm yet included.

Came in n bought 5 drinks. Paid for them n as we were waiting for our drinks to be made, on their…read moreTv display, they had a promo showing during this day/time, we had a bogo at 50% deal. Which ultimately we didn't get as employee was told Not to offer unless customer mentions it. I told the staff that it is "shady" and she agree and however did not offer me the discount. She could have but didn't. As for the boba and drinks, they were fine. Boba could have had More flavor and bounce.

I WANT MORE ! Vegan…read moremochi ? More please ! The coconut and mango were my favorites. They've got quite a variety here ...lattes , ube coffee , drip coffee, taiyaki cones ,red bean paste croissants, boba tea ,milkshakes and more . Don't be fooled by the tiny size of this business, they're packing some fun delicious flavors like black sesame , ube , pandan , & matcha ! Highly recommend popping in for a treat. Pro tip : come for happy hour m-thurs 2-5pm for 20% off.

Actual soft serve and taiyaki were super tasty! They also had a variety of Asian flavors that are…read moreseldom found in the area, and provide a welcomed addition to the neighborhood dessert scene. It's a tight space inside, with two waiting chairs and actual tables are all outside. Why the 3 stars? The service was painfully slow. Understaffed for a busy Valentine's Day evening. Both workers were very kind and nice, but the one taking the order was exceptionally chatty to each customer despite a long line. The one manning the actual assembly station also had to make the taiyakis and didn't seem to know how to read the orders. He actually made our order wrong and took extra time to redo it. Menu and food are great, but staff need to be better trained.

I never go to these places, but my daughter and grandchildren were visiting and wanted to get one…read moreof those boba Tea drinks. I must say they were delicious. I even let my husband try mine later and he loved it too. It's a cute place. The service was prompt and helpful. We will be back.

my friend ordered and picked up, so can't comment on the service/interior…read more -mango green mt (3/5): flavor was actually not bad, it wasnt as artificial as i thought it would be. the bottom of the drink had a ton of the fibrous mango pulp though. i also got green star jelly which was cute overall i've had better boba but it's not bad considering the options in the area

I love this spot, very fast and friendly. We enjoy eating…read morehere and have not had any issues in the 7 times we've came so far My daughters favorite would be the California roll and the tempura Philadelphia roll We've order a couple boba drinks as well and my daughter was happy I love how easy it is to order poke bowls as well It's very bright and open inside and clean

Wanted to like this place because the service was friendly and the food came out quickly, but…read moreunfortunately the sushi quality was extremely disappointing. The tuna nigiri had visible browning/discoloration on the ends and, more concerning, had a very foul odor that immediately indicated it was not fresh. As someone who eats sushi regularly, this was not normal tuna by any standard. I brought the issue to the staff's attention and chose not to eat any of the meal. While the employees were polite, the quality of the food itself was unacceptable, especially when serving raw fish. Freshness is the bare minimum with sushi, and this experience completely missed that mark. Quick service and kind staff can only go so far when the food is this poor. Sadly, I will not be returning.

Came here the morning after Coachella ended! Was a great spot, very tasty, perfect to balance the…read morealcohol and festival food from the weekend! The staff were nice, and although it was packed and busy, they were friendly and worked fairly efficiently! Food was delicious, felt clean and had great portion sizes! Pho and the jerky were good, and the ban xeo was yummy! The only thing that wasn't so great was the papaya salad which was a little salty, but overall a good experience!

Solid option for a casual lunch or dinner in the heart of downtown Palm Springs. Really friendly…read moreand attentive staff with a menu that covers all the standard Vietnamese favorites from pho to sandwiches and noodles. They also offer an awesome happy hour menu to get even more value. Indoor and outdoor seating available.

Boba in this economy?! I know... I'm supposed to be saving money but sometimes a good boba splurge…read moreis needed and Chakaa Tea Shoppe was my stop of the day. Thankfully tea shops have become more regular here in the otherwise asian treat deprived desert. Chakaa Tea Shoppe is located at "The River" which is a small outdoor shopping spot situated around a manmade 'river'. The location used to be a starbucks and is perfectly set up for a tea shop to take up residence. Now for the honest, the tea is about average, I do appreciate the ample ordering options of non dairy milks. This time I ended up getting a coffee with boba as my treat vs my normal tea order. The staff is always super friendly and helpful if you have any questions. The boba was also VERY good and well made vs some places that provided under cooked or over cooked boba. A coffee with boba and a small tip ran me up almost $10 which is a little expensive for my taste but it IS a treat after all and not an every day buy. Of all the times I've come into this location they always seem to be warm inside and prefer to not run the AC. I tend to sweat a little bit which is a bit of a drag considering that they have tons of seating. I probably wouldn't drive to the river JUST for boba but if I'm in the area shopping in need of a pick me up to go this would be a good stop.

Drinks: Super Fruit Tea w/ Lychee Jelly, White Peach Oolong Milk Tea, Thai Tea…read more Service: one-man show, but made-to-order service Design: interiors is simple & clean with a large sofa seating, white chairs & tables Overall: if you want good boba drinks, tea-based & milk tea drinks, then stop on by this place in The River at Rancho Mirage

Food is amazing! I am pleasantly surprised. It is hard to find good ramen in the desert. Portion…read moresizes are good and broth is very flavorful. The ambiance is very cool and I love the interior. I dined in and forgot I was even at the mall. All the seals are very cute and the boba was surprisingly very good as well. I am glad to have found this hidden gem !

Portion sizes have improved since opening, which is appreciated. Unfortunately, flavors across the…read moreboard are very mild. Ramen lacked depth, horchata tea was watery, and teriyaki chicken was sweet but indistinct. Nothing was bad, but nothing stood out. With strong competition nearby, 'okay' isn't enough. Ordering is mostly self serve through a kiosk. They do bring the food out to you now at least. It looks cool but it's also loud and hard to have a conversation. I had to yell or repeat myself constantly to be understood. But the thing that gets me the most. they have a sign that says they're the one and only true Ramen place in the valley, which isn't true. I know several Japanese family owned spots. But the nervous lackluster?