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    Vivi Bubble Tea

    3.8 (297 reviews)
    InexpensiveBubble Tea
    Closed 10:30 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Blue Galaxy
    Jariah W.

    Lychee boba was fire and their popcorn chicken. Inside is so cute, pink and bubbly! Service is quick!

    Takoyaki
    Chelsea W.

    Almost every time I'm in Chinatown, for over 10 years now, I've had to stop by ViVi Bubble Tea. Their drinks have always been the same quality, and they do introduce seasonal drinks periodically. And I almost always grab their takoyaki as a snack; while that dish has become more available over the years, ViVi has amazing takoyaki. The staff is always very nice, and service is fairly quick. Customers are always there, business is steady to busy for them, so quick service is important, and they succeed! The location is very convenient, in the heart of Chinatown, so it's nice to stop in, grab a little something, and continue on my way. The store is a bit spacious, so if I need to sit down for a few minutes, I can do that as well.

    Brown sugar boba tea and taro creme brulee
    Rachel T.

    Came here with my boyfriend after walking around Reading Terminal and craving bubble tea. Service was fast and we got a large brown sugar milk bubble tea and taro creme brulee tea. Both had milk caps which were pretty good and my boyfriend enjoyed his though I thought it was weirdly chewy in texture like you were swallowing small pieces of cake. My brown sugar bbt was a little too sweet for me. Our two drinks were pricey at $16 altogether. The cafe was really fun looking with Jenga pieces and places to sit. Could be fun to come back and hang out here!

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    Miles A.

    Nice little tea spot in the heart of Chinatown. Has seating inside and was good place to rest. They also have some small snack menu as well. Didn't get to try any of the food items this time. Ordering is pretty quick at the counter. Decent value and drink was good. Thanks

    Nehal A.

    A very nice store in Chinatown, lots of seating, some games available for groups to hangout. The fact I like about Vivi, they offer small snacks to order, alongside drinks. Their drinks menu is huge, offering almost all kinds of bubble teas. We ordered the crumble oreo drink, the fruit tea, popcorn chicken and Takoyaki. Drinks were amazing as expected, bubbles were soft and chewy. The fruit tea had lots of fruit and jelly. Popcorn chicken was moist and really well cooked. The takoyaki was disappointing to me. All of the pieces were overcooked, they appeared dark/burned. The inside didn't taste as good as other takoyakis I have had. Still this is an excellent bubble tea spot among many in this area.

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    I swear on my life this is true happened half an hour ago!!!!! It's so disgusting. It's the first time in my life that I drank a fly. I went to induce vomiting, and when I thought about the taste, I thought it was meat in my mouth. It's so disgusting. 用生命发誓真实的事情!!!!!真的tmd是我人生第一次喝到苍蝇。,一想到那种无法形容的口感还以为是肉在嘴巴里因为边吃饭边喝奶茶我还差点吞下去那个苍蝇还少了腿不知道是不是已经被我喝下去了 太恶心 我感觉我要去投胎了.当然我已经去催吐了 那种感觉不想再体验一次了 眼睛鼻子喉咙都很难受催吐!

    Lg Thai milk tea w/ bubbles
    Ju L.

    While my husband and my friends love Tea Do across the street, Vivi has become my go to for bubble tea. As a person who is very sensitive to caffeine, Tea Do's Thai milk tea is a bit too strong for me. I haven't really tried their other drinks since I always get the same thing, but their menu is huge. Their popcorn chicken is delicious too! Fresh off the fryer, it's hot, juicy and tender. A perfect pairing with your choice of bubble tea!

    Mark N. T.

    After I finished a self-guided tour in Independence National Historical Park, I needed to go to the city hall in order to catch a SEPTA train to the airport. I was running. I was thirsty. I decided to stop by Chinatown in order to buy some energy dring. I found Vivi near the iconic Chinatown gate. I bought a cup of milk tea. I started to run again. I arrived in the city hall and went to Love Park. I could arrive Urban Station of SEPTA. The train that I tried to get had gone. While I was waiting for the next train. I finished the rest of the tea. It was so good. If you need to go to the airport, the tea will be a good energy drink!

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    Larry R.

    You cannot visit Chinatown and not walk around enjoying a refreshing bubble tea from this, the best establishment there is with the most incredible flavors. They turn bubble tea into an art form that must be experienced. The young, energetic workers take great pride in crafting out wonderful concoctions that will be sure to leave you happy and a lot healthier ‍. Come on and enjoy! Great music and free phone charging throughout. Unisex bathroom and large meeting tables in the back. This place is definitely a hit. Easily accessible from any and all inner city SEPTA routes and down the street from the Greyhound bus terminal and Thomas Jefferson regional rail station, PATCO Station, Market Frankford EL and Broad Street subways.

    New popcorn chicken portion size
    Jessalyn Y.

    I love vivi, the popcorn chicken and drinks are sooooo goooood!!! However, I realized recently the snack portion got smaller compared to what I used to get back then.. that's the only disappointing thing I could say about this place. Hopefully they bring back the original size.

    Amanda U.

    This drink is absolutely beautiful. Honestly I don't even know the name. I just ordered it because it was advertised on their board It's a lemon lychee flavored drink. The whole drink was a majority ice and when you take the initial sip, it's not pleasant. Taste like lemon water. You have to mix the drink A LOT in order for it to taste decent and after the syrup at the bottom mixes, it's a decent fruit tea.

    Olivia T.

    It seems like a pretty popular bubble tea place in Chinatown so we stopped by and what a disappointment. The selections are limited and worse than the bubble tea cafes we have in Oklahoma and Texas. They don't even have smoothies! The limited selection of slushes they have aren't even anything delicious (maybe not to me). For two medium milk teas we paid $10! So expensive! We have better boba tea selections back home and I'm surprised this place was so popular because it's not even close to being anything close to good that I've had. After coming here my husband and I did not attempt to get bubble tea anywhere else in Philly because it was just terrible.

    Christina H.

    My first time trying bubble tea! I've wanted to try this for a while and got an opportunity today. A friend recommended this spot, so I decided to check it out. There were so many flavors and options to choose from! I tried the lychee and she got the peach aloe. Delicious! The texture of the bubbles was a new but enjoyable experience. Can't wait to try more!

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    I had my first boba tea here, and it was great! I've been to other Vivis in different cities, and they were not as good as this one!

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    Chicha San Chen

    4.3
    (176 reviews)
    0.0 mi

    Came here as I was exploring Philly Chinatown. It was awfully hot and humid, so my friend and I…read moredesperately needed a cold drink. We joked that I should keep visiting different ChiCha locations around the world to compare. There were a handful of customers sitting around when we arrived weekday mid-afternoon. The staff only had one customer waiting for their drink and no one waiting to order until we came. They only have one kiosk which I think is inefficient unless their traffic isn't that high. I ordered my usual: high mountain pouchong, light ice, less sweet, grass jelly. In terms of tea flavor, I think it's pretty on par with the other ChiCha locations. If I had to rank them it'd be: Boston, New York = Philly = Hong Kong, Chicago

    I ordered the Mango Oolong Tea and the Dong Ding Tea, and both were excellent. The Mango Oolong was…read morerefreshing with the perfect balance of ripe mango flavor and fragrant oolong tea. It was naturally sweet without tasting artificial, allowing the floral notes of the tea to come through. The Dong Ding Tea was the standout for me smooth, aromatic, and incredibly clean-tasting with a rich, roasted finish that lingered pleasantly after each sip. It's the kind of tea you can slowly enjoy and appreciate. If you're looking for authentic, high quality tea instead of overly sweet bubble tea, ChiCha San Chen is definitely worth visiting. I'll absolutely be back to explore more of their menu!

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    Crowded place
    The wait takes about 20-30 minutes. I understand that it will take a long time since there are a lot of people and the tea is fresh.
    The wait takes about 20-30 minutes. I understand that it will take a long time since there are a lot of people and the tea is fresh.
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    Shing Tea 79

    Shing Tea 79

    4.4
    (29 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    A popular spot for bubble tea with just a couple of small tables inside. My friend and I ended up…read morestaying to enjoy our drinks. I ordered the peach oolong with lychee jelly at 30% sugar, but it was still a bit too sweet. Next time, I'd either order it with 0% sugar or choose a less sweet topping. My friend ordered the jasmine tea with herbal jelly at 0% sugar, and it was too bitter. Finding the right tea, topping, and sugar level takes a little experimenting, so I'd definitely come back to try more combinations.

    I stopped by Shing Tea 79 for a boba fix and was pleasantly surprised. The shop is on the smaller…read moreside with limited seating, but it's perfect for grabbing a drink to go or sitting down for a bit if a seat is available. They have a huge selection of drinks, so there's something for everyone. The service really stood out to me. I had a small issue while using tap-to-pay. I accidentally added extra boba after starting the payment process, and another charge was mistakenly processed. The employee immediately got her manager involved when I expressed concern about being charged twice. The manager explained that the extra charge would most likely fall off automatically and reassured me that if it didn't, I could call the shop and they would take care of it. Thankfully, she was absolutely right--the duplicate charge was refunded without any issues. Looking back, it was partly my fault because I tend to rush through payment and make additions at the last minute. A little tip for future customers: finalize your order before tapping your phone or card to pay. Overall, the staff handled the situation professionally, my drink was delicious, and the customer service left a positive impression. I'd definitely stop by again the next time I'm on that side of town.

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    Matcha Panda Cafe

    Matcha Panda Cafe

    4.4
    (258 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    This is my second time visiting a Matcha Panda location, and I'm happy to say the quality is just…read moreas good as the Chestnut Street one. They definitely seem consistent, which I really appreciate. I came with a couple of friends on a Saturday afternoon, and wow... this place was packed. Even with the crowd, the staff stayed friendly and worked quickly, so we didn't have to wait too long for our drinks. One thing I still love is the seating. They have giant plushies sitting in the booths, so if you're by yourself, you're not just awkwardly staring at an empty seat across from you. Maybe I'm the only one who appreciates that, but I think it's a cute touch. The matcha here is the real deal. It's bright green, fragrant, and has that rich, earthy flavor with just enough natural bitterness that you know they're using quality matcha. A lot of places advertise matcha, but this one actually delivers. I ordered one of their matcha desserts with ice cream, and it was creamy, refreshing, and let the matcha flavor shine instead of burying it under sugar. My only complaint is that it was pretty warm inside. It was a hot summer day, and I honestly couldn't tell if the air conditioning was running or if it was just fans. Either way, it wasn't very cool inside. Thankfully I had ice cream, so it didn't bother me too much, but it's something to keep in mind if you're stopping by on a really hot day. Overall, another great visit. Friendly staff, consistently high-quality matcha, and a fun atmosphere. If you're a matcha lover, this is still one of my favorite spots in Chinatown.

    I came in from California and immediately started searching for a matcha spot. I was in the area…read moreand came across it. They offer samples of their soft serve flavors! I personally thought the matcha one was the best. The service was quick and informative. And I loved the little booths they had, it was adorable. That aside, I do think the drinks are mediocre. I ordered their most popular, Mango Matcha and their Hojicha Latte. Sadly I was disappointed, the mango matcha was VERY sweet, but the texture was creamy. I just couldn't get over the overpowering sweetness of the mango puree, but that's my personal preference. The mango flavor itself wasn't bad! Maybe half sweet would be the way to go, Im not sure if they do adjustments. If you love yuzu, I don't recommend their yuzu soft serve HOWEVER their matcha soft serve is pretty yummy Their Hojicha was watery...I really hoped it would be better. I don't recommend it. No further comments.

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    Panda Snack Cup Series w/ Roasted Green Tea Gelato. Fresh Red Bean, Jasmine Tea Jello, Boba pearls, and Crispy flakes
    Panda Snack Cup Series w/ Roasted Green Tea Gelato. Fresh Red Bean, Jasmine Tea Jello, Boba pearls, and Crispy flakes
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    Bb Tee House

    Bb Tee House

    4.4
    (39 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    They have so many amazing drink options - it's so hard to choose!! Their salted coconut coffee is…read moreto die for, I honestly cannot recall having such great coffee elsewhere! It is strong as a Vietnamese coffee should be and the salted coconut foam adds the perfect finish to it. I love that Philly has so many amazing Vietnamese cafes, and this place is definitely top of that list!

    I walked by this on the way to Sky Café and was captivated by the poster outside their door about a…read moredrink option with all their toppings. I was overheated from being in the sun for 20 minutes, so that poster was very appealing to me. I kept thinking about it throughout my meal at Sky Café. Therefore, my friend and I truly trotted over afterwards. When we were deciding what drink to get, we noticed a young guy with an elderly grandma who bought many snacks from their shelves and fridge, so my friend and I went to browse too. We don't go to Vietnamese cafes and markets much, so many things we saw there looked interesting to us. Unfortunately we couldn't try everything, so we just window shopped. My friend ordered the Kumquat Thai Tea. It tastes like what it sounds like but that actually bothered my friend lol. When I tried it, I was surprised by how it's not as refreshing as I expected. I think the Thai tea base could be more clear. The cup wasn't sealed properly, so tea kept spilling as we walked. I didn't want to get the wintermelon tea, because I saw prebatched bottles in the fridge, so I would question what's the difference ordering with them vs grabbing a bottle myself. Therefore I decided to order the cane juice hoping that it will be good for the summer heat. They said they ran out, so I got the citrus lemongrass tea instead. I'm amused they gave a slice of orange. My drink was more refreshing, and it's a more unique flavor than generic cafes out there so I'm pleased. It wasn't too sweet. The café has cute wooden benches and tables. The selection of Vietnamese snacks were intriguing and should be legit given the old grandma bought a lot. Even though I don't know how realistic it is for me to come again, but I'd want to!

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