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    4.1 (389 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 7:45 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Sun L.

    Parking lot free and spacious Small spot but well lit well decorated and so pretty Lots of selections, they have half gallon or full gallon Togo order too Order full gallon a few times to parties I go for their popcorn chicken, add more chili powder as well Service was friendly and fast Good place overall

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    Glenda B.

    I was craving some tea so stopped by this shop since it was close by. Tons of parking in this little shopping center. Went on a Thursday afternoon and not busy at all. Ordered popcorn chicken ($7.95) and mango tango fruit tea ($6.75+.65 for boba). There's seating inside and some tables outside. It's not the cutest shop but tea isn't bad. It's not the best or somewhere I'd go out of my way to go - I felt even though I got 50% sugar the tea flavor itself was a bit weak, almost watery. Like other reviews the snack part was good or more why people would come here and I see that. (TBH I think the popcorn chicken at Boba Binge is better if you can go over to china town in Oakland.) Overall, decent. Curious to come back to try other teas or snacks.

    Jordan Aaron C.

    A Local Favorite for Boba and Hot Snacks (5/5 Stars) As a local to Alameda, this is my go-to spot for boba and delicious hot snacks. Everything on their menu is tasty and reasonably priced. I especially love their special teas; they have an endless list of refreshing combinations. Their popcorn chicken is the best on the island of Alameda--I can never visit without ordering it. It's a great place to hang out with a friend, catch up, and enjoy some amazing snacks.     It's a great spot to hangout with a friend to catch up and enjoy some amazing snacks.

    Strawberry Milk Tea
    Lily L.

    Rating: 3.5 We ordered the Tropical Breeze (not pictured) and a Strawberry Milk Tea with added strawberry jelly. The Tropical Breeze, which features honeydew and pineapple, is a good option if you enjoy sweet and tart flavors. The Strawberry Milk Tea tastes like a classic milk tea mixed with strawberry puree. The drinks can be hit or miss; some days they are great and other days not as much. The shop itself is cute, with tables and seating available. There is usually music playing, making it a nice place to relax or hang out. Based on my visits, I would rate the place around a 3 to 3.5. The drinks can be inconsistent, and while the service is courteous, it is not exceptional. When they first opened, this was one of the few boba spots in Alameda. Although there are now many more choices, it remains one of my regular options when I am craving boba in the area.

    Red Velvet and Bacon Cheese Fries (already took a bite because it's so yummy)
    Vivian L.

    Top Up has been one of my go-to boba spots in Alameda for a long time. There's just something about that place! I often get fruit drinks from there because almost all of them come with toppings. The drink my sibling and I always get is the Mango Tango, with 50% sweet and boba (I recommend!). I went there again today and I felt like it was finally time for a review. I got a Red Velvet drink with honey boba and it was good. My cousin dropped one of our drinks right outside, and staff was kind of enough to remake the drink for free. I also am obsessed with their hot season fries and their bacon cheese fries, which have this seasoning that I can't find anywhere else. Overall, Top Up has been consistent with their drinks! There have been times where I had to wait more than 10-15 minutes for drinks when it gets busy (from high schoolers), but I'm always happy with what I order from here! :)

    Trinh P.

    Honeydew milk tea 8/10 Jasmine milks tea 5/10 very light jasmine taste and watered down. Panda milk tea 9/10 The place isn't well lit at night. Plenty of parking as other establishment surrounding the shop is closed after and certain time. Located next to a market. Order at the kiosk. No one greets you. They will call your number on the left hand side of the counter. Didnt love the honey boba here. Would come back if I am in the area and want to avoid street parking off Park an Webster street boba shops.

    James D.

    This might be the worst boba place in Alameda. The shop was dirty, there was basically no customer service, and it took 20 minutes to make two drinks even though it wasn't busy. Unfortunately, the drinks themselves were also subpar and not worth the wait. I wouldn't come back.

    Bacon Cheese Fries with HAIR RIGHT ON TOP!

    Came in, ordered 3 drinks and food. Cashier told me my drink wasn't sealed correctly and said she was going to put a different lid (one with a large hole on top) on it. I tend to mix/swirl my drinks a lot. Plus I was transporting all the drinks elsewhere. I asked her if she could cut it, pour it into a new cup and reseal it. She looked at me like I was inconveniencing her despite no one else in the store. I got two slushies and they were more icey than anything. Got bacon cheese fries and waited over 15 minutes for food specifically. Upon receiving it, I immediately noticed a hair right on top.... Lady who brought the food was not wearing a hair net. Hair was in a hair clip. I told them there was a hair and they looked at me crazy. I asked for a refund. Cup holder tray was dirty as well. I would question how sanitary and clean this place is.. prices went up and topping charges are more than other boba places in alameda. Employees were rude and inconsiderate. Go elsewhere. There's also a 3% surcharge on cards that isn't noted upon payment.

    Ratha C.

    We were a large group of 8. Service was quick. Not the best boba or flavors but good options and ambiance.

    Golden lemonade
    Amy T.

    The food and drinks are okay here, but at least it's affordable for NorCal prices. The popcorn chicken was just alright; I wouldn't order it again. I tried the golden lemonade, and it was on the sweeter side. Maybe I would come back to try different menu items if I were in the area.

    Wall menu as of December 2024.
    Vi T.

    Stopped in for a drink and snack. Their wall menu doesn't seem to have all items available compared to the 2 self-ordering kiosks they have at their counter. I recommend you order from there so you can see photos of all the drinks and snacks they make. Drink prices range from $5.75 and up. I tried the sweet potato milk tea drink and added the fried tofu snack. I enjoyed both of them, but realized after I ordered that the drink didn't come with boba. I think toppings are about $0.65 extra.

    Maruko X.

    Ambiance: the boba tea place is located in a plaza not far from the waterfront, shared parking lot and restroom with the rest of merchants Service: very patient and friendly with specific requests Drink: numerous items on the menu with most popular selections Brown Sugar Milk Tea - *** add boba, very light taste Price: each drink costs about $6, convenient contactless payment

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    Ask the Community - Top Up

    If you purchase a glass bottle, is there a bit of a discount for bringing it back to use?

    Do you offer milk alternatives? I didn't see anything on your website that allowed a customer to pick a milk preference. I'd love to grab some boba, but can't drink dairy or soy!

    We only have soy. Most of our milk tea are dairy free such as Taro milk tea, jasmine milk tea, roasted oolong milk tea, brown sugar milk tea and fruit milk tea.

    What's in the galaxy lemonade?

    Hi there, It’s fresh squeezed lemonade, paired with strawberry jelly and topped with Butterfly pea flower juice.

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