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    The Whale Tea

    4.5 (18 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Char P.

    The first thing I thought when I went inside this boba tea shop is how spotless it is! Lol. They have a polished interior with plenty of tables and chairs for small or big parties. They have some games that I guess people can use if they wanted to hang out at this spot. They have a good number of options for drinks - both bottled and fresh-made drinks- along with pastries, snacks, sweets and entree foods that include rice bowls and ramens. When I dropped by, I only wanted a fruit tea, so I ordered what the craving needed! I ordered a pineapple fruit tea. It was delicious, and I enjoyed the slice of pineapple after I was finished with the tea. I ordered my drink from the kiosk, so I didn't really have much interaction with their staff. I didn't wait too long for my order, but they also didn't have that many people in there at the time. Still overall, I was very satisfied with my experience.

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    Anna K.

    It was very clean and quiet when we went. Since it was so hot out, we both opted for the fruit teas. I got mine with mango popping boba and my sister got a different topping. The mango boba went very well with the passionfruit tea. The cups they use are pretty thick and feel sturdy. Our drinks came out shortly after we ordered and the people working were friendly and helpful in finding a good pairing for tea and topping.

    Melanie C.

    Love this location! The interior is bright and welcoming. Love the addition of the games for guests to play. Perfect place to study, or meet with friends. The drinks are phenomenal-highly recommend the grape tea. The Korean corn dogs were a hit with the kids as well. Impeccable customer service as well! We will most certainly be back!

    Cute spot with many choices of Boba tea drinks.  You can customize the sugar level and ice % which it's nice.
    Mandy W.

    Cute spit with many choices of Boba drinks. I like how we can customize the sugar level and ice %z.

    Great ambiance! Kids are looking forward to studying and getting delicious brain fuel!
    Monina N.

    Great ambiance! Loving the whale motif and great selection of teas! I know the kids will be congregating here for study sesh and refreshments! Convenient location and seating is plentiful for now...

    Very cute spot to grab some boba tea with your friends! They have a selection of board games to play while you dine in. Love that they have kiosks to quickly put in yourorder, but also you have the option to order at the register if you prefer. The staff are friendly and professional, and the cafe is clean! They also have crepe cakes, korean corn dogs, mochi donuts, and French macarons! I'll be coming back next time with my daughter to try out their other desserts :)

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    Customer service was great. Drinks were good. Loved that there are alternative milk options. Excited to come back and try more.

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    The Boba was amazing! They had great service and made wonderful recommendations! Great atmosphere!

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    Super slow service with only 6 people in the store... waited 30 minutes for one drink with no extra additions.

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    Ive been a couple times since grand opening and the service has been excellent! The tea has tasted great each time.

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