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Nice and fruity, fresh pieces of lychee. It's not overly sweet. The service was quick! read more

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Colleague was craving popcorn chicken and had past by the day before. A group of us decided to investigate and venture into Chinatown during our lunch break. As you enter it's decor is typical of many of the younger spots in the area with the lowkey hello kitty Asian vibe. The menu covers an assortment of food, popcorn chicken, musubi, corndogs, milk tea, and few other items I won't venture into. As a party of four, we ordered a different variety of popcorn chicken from some unenthusiastic cashiers who appeared not happy to be there. We sat ourselves in the back as we waited for the order. It's arranged similar to a karaoke bar without the karaoke with the TVs turned off. The chicken was tender but nothing amazing. The hot popcorn chicken had a spicy powder sprinkled. Overall wasn't completely impressed with the experience or food. Wasn't horrible but it's a hard pass for me. read more

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Monet R.

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I love Vivi. It's one of my favorite bubble tea joints. I have never had a bad experience at this location. Boba is always soft and fresh. I usually order the passion fruit or peach tea with boba. They have the cutest logo. read more

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Decided to fill my bubble tea craving by going here (every time we're in Philly) since my husband and I love Vivi so much. There are so many tea places in Philly like Tea Do, Kung Fu Tea, I Tea, Chatime, Teassert Bar, etc. but we are use to this one because of our go-to location in Great Neck, NY. You can get a free vip card, buy 10, get 1 free...however, the cards are only good for that specific location (bummer). Keep in mind that parking is a pain depending on what day and time you go because of the limited metered spaces in Chinatown. The drinks are good and have the same flavor as our New York location and prices are the same as well. We always go with our usual, iced black milk tea and almond milk tea with lychee jelly. Service is decent but we prefer our New York one because of the better service for us regulars. read more

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I thought they would have indoor seating, but they do not! I got the Vivi Signature Fruit Tea. It only came in a large size. It had apple chunks, interesting seeds and various fruits in it. It was really light, refreshing and not as sweet. The worker was really helpful in telling me about what each drink tasted like and what it came with. Very transparent. The drink was prepared quickly here and I was able to take picture with the cute pink interior! read more

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Solid bubble tea spot in Chinatown! I had the red bean matcha green tea with no ice and 30% sugar. I enjoyed my tea, but the matcha flavor didn't come through as much as I'd hoped (hence the one star deduction). read more

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Sarah H.

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Standard quick bubble tea shop. Compare to other bubble tea shops, it offer good standard milk teas and price is comparable to other top shops. I had their Blue Galaxy special, imo the sour to sweet ratio wasn't balanced and needs to be sweeter. Restroom is cleaned though and cute seating area in the back. read more

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Huda S.

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I came in as someone pretty new to bubble tea. I've never been a fan in the past, but I decided I wanted to try something I would like. The employee working behind the counter wasn't super pleasant, and when I asked for suggestions, he just seemed like he didn't want to be there. I looked through the menu, which had pretty good variety. I ended up going for a Jasmine Soymilk Tea with no bubbles of any sort. I generally do not enjoy that texture in my tea. I waited for about 4 minutes, and then I got my tea Once I got the tea, it tasted a bit strange. It may just be that the jasmine was too floral, but I didn't particularly enjoy the flavor and felt that it needed more sweetness. The ambiance of the cafe was cute though, and there was a decent amount of seating. Overall, this place has a decent variety for bubble tea fans. Although I didn't like my particular tea, it may just have been the nature of the jasmine flavor as well as my personal taste preferences. However, the customer service isn't great, and there are plenty of other bubble tea cafes in Chinatown with much more pleasant employees. Don't think I'd pay this place a visit again. read more

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Unique bubble tea experience! The tea was very flavorful, not overly sweet and fresh fruit! LOVED IT read more

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Lilli M.

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Chinatown has an abundance of bubble tea now. Where to choose? How to start? Well, firstly, Vivi's right on 10th street, so that's an easy one. I like that Vivi gives a general calorie range for their drinks so you know what you're getting yourself into. Like some other bubble tea places, you can also pick how much sugar and ice you want, ranging from no sugar or ice to a lot of sugar and ice. Be aware that there might still be sugar embedded already in certain drinks. For instance, in their red bean matcha drink, even without added sugar, I can still taste sweetness that's likely from sugar pre-added to the matcha powder. Bubbles aren't automatically added to their bubble teas but you can request to add them for free. I've never tried the food at Vivi although their popcorn chicken does look good. That's for the next visit! read more

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Despite their slightly unattractive pink and skull design, they're not bad for their milk tea series. I tried their specialty "3Q Milk Tea" that comes with bubble, egg pudding, and herbal jelly (70% sugar and less ice). loved it, especially with the milk tea aroma it ought to have! My friend who is lactose got the yellow moo milk (lactaid milk with egg pudding and bubbles) and enjoyed it thoroughly! Glad to know there's options. Disappointed though because I didn't think their matcha red bean or matcha in general was strong enough in comparison to Kung Fu. Overall not a bad spot to hangout with friends to grab a drink, but with the other bubble tea competitors out in Chinatown, I won't be back often. read more

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Richard R.

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OK, I admit Vivi Bubble Tea wasn't our first choice. We went to TeaDo and it was packed with a 15 person deep line on a Thursday night at 9:00 PM? What gives? Probably the spring like weather in March and the Flower show. Not feeling like waiting in line, we walked across the street to Vivi. We were pleasantly surprised how nice a space Viivi has created. It is also brighter then TeaDo. There is some seating in the front and also some really comfortable, more intimate and almost club like seating in the back. It is a cool place. I found the menu a little more perplexing then TeaDo. Mostly because the characters were larger then the English translation below. That was not really a big deal and we were just more familiar wit the TeaDo menu and items we usually order. My eye sight is also not what it used to be. I had the Red Bean Matcha from the Vivi Top 10 list, which I enjoyed. It had the Green Tea/Matcha taste I love and wasn't powdery or overly sweet. The red beans also gave the drink a nice flavor. My other two companions liked their drinks. Vivi Bubble Tea takes credit cards, which a lot places do not accept in China Town. They also have some snack items. The fried yams looked pretty tasty. Not sure if Vivi was quite good enough for me to cheat again on TeaDo but it has me thinking.... 3.5-4 Yelps. read more

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Lili N.

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While my husband and I were walking around Chinatown, we decided we wanted boba and saw Vivi's. We never tried this place before, so we went in! Plenty of seating area. Can accommodate big and small parties. They do have restrooms for customers, which was nice :) we were welcomed right away, but I did felt a little rushed to order.. I order the Tiramisu Milk Tea and my husband ordered the Coconut Milk Tea. They were quick! Probably took like two minutes. Tiramisu Milk Tea did not taste like Tiramisu, but it was good! Kinda reminded me of Vietnamese iced coffee, which I didn't mind at all!! My husband did not like the Coconut Milk Tea. It kinda had a weird aftertaste that I didn't mind so much. So I traded with him because he enjoyed mine more. We both like the Tiramisu! We probably wouldn't order coconut again. Overall, this place was clean and the milk teas were okays. Not bad. read more

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Absolutely the best freshest bubble tea tapioca you can find in all of Chinatown. I used to go to teado for my bubble tea fixes but now I come here because they also make the best popcorn chicken ever!!! The drinks usually are made on the spot no more than two minutes of wait, however if you get the popcorn chicken it's going to be 10-15 min wait. Make sure to obtain a stamp each time you get bubble tea, free drink every 10 read more

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Rachel M.

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The best bubble tea place. Vivi never disappoints. I used to always get their flavored tea with boba and that was amazing but upon recommendation from the cashier I decided to get coconut milk- and I am never looking back. The only thing is that the last time I was there the restaurant was a little dirty but I usually like to take my bubble tea out with me as supposed to sitting there and enjoying it so that wasn't really an issue for me. However I haven't been there since COVID times so I assume/ hope they r more clean now. read more

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Dana K.

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vivi has great bubble tea; i think that's a pretty popular opinion. but i came here for lunch one day and the karaage chicken was SO SO SO GOOD. like i didn't want it to be over. it's also a really reasonable portion for the price! i highly recommend here, i have never had something bad. read more

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Gerald S.

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"Anything worth doing is worth overdoing." - Albert Einstein And so it is with bubble tea shops in Philly Chinatown. You can't cross the street without seeing bobba signs on every corner. Tapioca is definitely having an amazing resurgence. I don't get why gummy sweet goobers are so popular, but I'm obviously in the minority. Still, I enjoy good milk tea as much as the next guy, and Vivi Bubble Tea has it's fair share of that. The space is larger than expected, with a large room with group tables in back for all your friends. Service is efficient and friendly. I had my almond milk tea in hand in under a minute. Impressive. The tea was good and exactly what I needed to continue with my shopping list and Artiva haircut. Steamy hot, mildly sweet, sufficiently nutty. $4. Noticed that Vivi offered fried chicken wings. Piquing my curiousity, I made a mental note to give them a try next time I needed a nosh while in Ctown. read more

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Katherine W.

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Very delicious fried shrimp balls and boba teas. The drinks are a little pricey but they make up for it with the affordability of the snacks and the quality of their food and drink. read more

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Betty C.

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Amazing, as I expected because it is in china town. Tastes up to my Cali boba standards. Yum yum. No bad words. ‍Come drink boba here. And they have a cute backdrop to take cute photos with you and your love, boba. read more

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Jada G.

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Vivi isn't my go-to, but since Tea Do is almost always crowded, it's become that way, and it's actually turned out for the better! Over the years, Vivi has gone from predominantly powder-based teas to brewed teas (especially in Thai tea) and expanded its menu to include more special drinks like milk foam and cheese(!). The atmosphere is pretty great, but don't expect to get any studying done as it's more of a hangout spot for teens than a cafe to cram for deadlines. A well diverse set of music keeps everyone happy, from Kpop to American hip hop. This is one of few bubble tea places around where the quality comes even close to Tea Do, so if you're like me and don't want to wait in a long, winding line outside, Vivi is a great choice. read more

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Maui W.

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I was so excited to try this place, since we walked by it several times. When we got here we were so overwhelmed with choices. We tried to ask the young man behind the register for help. He had done his makeup so beautifully. We tried asking him for help but he had a, "I can't be bothered attitude". Every question we asked he was so curt about it. We saw the passion fruit tea on the picture on top so we just went with it. I for some reason thought it would be blended but it wasn't. read more

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Jackie M.

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Cute shop in china town to get your bubble tea fix. The decor is SO cute (very instagram friendly) and the packaging is also adorable. I was not necessarily blown away by the bubble tea but it was tasty. I got the peach tea flavor and I would definitely get it again. This location is a lot larger than I originally thought - there is tons of seating. They also have free wifi, you just need to go to the cashier and get the password. Overally, I'd definitely get bubble tea here again but there are so many options in chinatown, I'll probably try somewhere else next. read more

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Jennifer Z.

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The boba was chewy and not overly sweet which made it perfect. However, the tea was not as good bringing the rating down slightly. Great for when you're craving boba but definitely not one of the best stores in Chinatown. They do however put real fruit in their fruit teas which is always a plus! read more

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Lizzie S.

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Not bad boba. On multiple occasions I've had matcha (in the Japanese matcha milk tea) that isn't blended all the way and some of the bubbles aren't fully cooked? Or something? So the consistency isn't quite right on all of them. Other than that, service isn't bad. I love the decor (it is so cute!) and the location is great. I almost always get Japanese Matcha milk tea 30% sugar no ice, but also recommend the tapioca milk tea. read more

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Mike Z.

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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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Chels C.

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I would have never came here if it wasn't for a Meet Up. This was just the meeting place for our food conquest. The place seemed quite busy throughout our time here. You turn one corner and there are teenagers sucking each other's face off. You turn the next corner and there are a bunch of people walking through the doors like a bat signal went off. They only have one bathroom operational for as much business as they have which had another line forming.The place was in constant mayhem. I decided to not get a tea, for two reasons. The drinks seemed highly overpriced and I preferred to save my appetite for the next place we were headed to. So if you'd like to be a typical teenager who has nothing better to do then suck face, laugh at random people walking by or be stuck on your phone the entire time, while drinking something that makes you look as though a steam engine went off in your mouth, this place is definitely for you. read more

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Vishal P.

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Cool spot with large menu. Get the Jasmine Oolong Tea with Lychee jelly! read more

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Chanthorn H.

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So, I wanted to really like ViVi as my wife loves this place for their matcha with red bean (I think it's the only place that serves this), however, I wasn't too impressed with my mixed fruit drink. Yes, it's probably just me, but the overall drink was just too seedy. I felt like there were a ton of seeds and not enough fruit in the drink. The boba itself was really good though. Nice and chewy with a slight hint of sweetness to it. I will definitely be back, but steer clear of the fruit tea. read more

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Ada L.

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I was a regular till today! Will never revisit! I was given a bad attitude today by the guys who works in the back when there was no other customer and it was not busy at all. By asking to segregate out the food i purchased in a different bags, the workers there decided to ignore and throw me the bags with whatever they arranged. I don't think any of the customers would deserve that kind of attitude. I did spend a good $60 on the food and drinks but no more from me. read more

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Andrew H.

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Vivi Bubble Tea is a pretty standard bubble tea place in Philadelphia's Chinatown. It has a very comfortable atmosphere and tons of options for bubble tea. It's a great place to grab a drink with friends whether you choose to hang around there or not. There are a lot of creations/drinks that are unique to Vivi Bubble Tea that I recommend if you get the chance to try multiple times. The menu options are fairly extensive ranging from milk teas to flavored teas to slushes. The drink prices are also very reasonable. Overall, I wouldn't say there's anything completely unique about Vivi Bubble Tea. However, it does have good bubble tea and will definitely satisfy any cravings for it you may have. read more

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Hannah D.

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Was in Chinatown and stopped by this place. It was quite busy with long lines. Nice ambiance and lotsa room to sit and even study. However it was quite loud when I was there. We got a large green milk tea and small taro milk tea. The boba is free and it wasn't too sweet done just right. Large selection of drinks. Size wise I feel that their large isn't as big as other boba tea places though. read more

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Bridget K.

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My favorite bubble tea place of all time! I've been to their locations in NYC and now I'm so glad to see one in Philly! I love their extensive menu! They have so much choices. I love their mango tea with boba and popping bubbles. I also love their crazy ombré drink: blue galaxy. Warning: it's SUPER sweet but sooo delicious! I'll always be back for more bubble tea! read more

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Glenda I.

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This was the tastiest bobba tea I've ever tasted. The tapioca bobbas were warm and tasty. I love how quick they gave us our drink. read more

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Tuyen T.

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We bought a milk tea boba tea and avocado smoothie with boba. The milk tea was a 5/5 (one of the best in Chinatown in terms of tea fragrance). The avocado smoothie had too much ice you could barely taste the avocados. It was also very tasteless it felt like sipping on avocado smelling shaved ice. 5/5 for milk tea 1/5 for avocado smoothie 5/5 for game option and decor read more

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Kong L.

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Not bad at all for a boba shop. I would sum it up by saying that it's your typical boba shop that does it right. If you are craving a boba, this is nice "go to" option. I can't recall what I ordered but it was good. read more

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My N.

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I have been to this place every time I am in China town. It is really good, I have tried almost all their milk tea and currently on their special menu. You can customized your think to your own sweetness and ice. One thing I like abt this place is that every time I come, the drink is made with the same consistency of taste. Price is definitely not bad at all, very similar to other places. Make sure you ask for their stamp card to get free drink in the future. If you are a boba fan, you shouldn't miss this. Parking: it is Chinatown, must watch out where you park and hard to find parking. My favorite at this place still their taro with 50% sugar. Taro milk tea is normally made of taro power which already sweet. Should decrease sweetness a bit to get a better taste. read more

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Heather L.

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Another good bubble tea spot in the heart of Chinatown. Friendly staff and pretty decent selection of classic and unique flavors. read more

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After David went to Tea Do down the street, I came here so that I could try something new since we don't have a ViVi back in MD. I am a matcha lover and love red bean so once I saw that they had a Red Bean Matcha tea on their menu I knew that was my drink. Word of caution - I ordered it with 70% sugar, not sure if I was just trying to be healthy but I think it was a bad decision. I'm used to getting the 70% sugar at Kung Fu Tea in MD for my Taro Green Milk Tea, and it tastes sweet enough for me. But reducing the sugar level at ViVi left me wishing I hadn't. It wasn't sweet enough for me so if I come back in the future, I think I would choose full sugar level. Overall, the drink still tasted good and the red bean itself was sweet. Would come back again. See my hungrier half's review from @AsianCoupleEats from David N (davidngo.yelp.com)! read more

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Michael G.

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Taro creme brulee is actually *disgusting*: gritty texture, tastes like reconstituted coffee creamer powders. I can't perceive the taro flavor at all. I kept trying to like it or find something redeemable about it and ended up drinking half and then felt it was too late to try to ask for an exchange. Boba is perfect texture, though, and my friend's Japanese matcha was yummy! The flaming brown sugar was very sweet, but otherwise ok. read more

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Will L.

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We discovered Vivi in Chicago a bit over a year ago, and then were glad to find out that they have a location in Philly too! Their teas are really tasty, and the tapioca balls are perfect - chewy but not too gooey. Even with reduced sugar, their drinks taste pretty great! I'm a big fan of their ginger milk tea, which my wife orders every time, hot, almost regardless of the weather. Great ginger taste, and it's a wonderful drink when it's cold out. I recently started trying their yakult drinks, which are delicious, but next time I'll probably ask for reduced sugar. Which accurately implies that I will be back! read more

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145 N 10th St
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Chinatown
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Hours

What time does Vivi Bubble Tea open?

Vivi Bubble Tea opens at 10:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Vivi Bubble Tea close?

Vivi Bubble Tea closes at 11:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 10:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Vivi Bubble Tea take credit cards?

Yes, Vivi Bubble Tea takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Vivi Bubble Tea have catering options?

No, Vivi Bubble Tea does not have catering options.

Indoor Amenities

Does Vivi Bubble Tea allow dogs?

Yes, Vivi Bubble Tea allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Vivi Bubble Tea have bike parking?

Yes, Vivi Bubble Tea has bike parking.

Does Vivi Bubble Tea have parking?

Yes, Vivi Bubble Tea has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

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Vivi Bubble Tea Reviews in Other Languages

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3 Reviews

Chicha San Chen

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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!

After trying Chicha in NYC and enjoying it, I was happy to run into a location in Philly's…read moreChinatown. The tea itself is better quality than your average boba place and you can taste the difference. I could not decide, so I ordered both a green tea with passionfruit and a honey osmanthus oolong tea. Both were equally good. I like sweet and so was happy with 100% sweetness for both and less ice. You can't go wrong with their classic boba milk tea either. They have a couple of tables inside for you to sit and enjoy your drink. We were there on a rainy Saturday and were the only ones inside for a while.

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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Molly Tea

4.6

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2.2 mi

White Champaca Salted Cheese is really good very crowded…read moreeven at 21:45 the order terminals are worn out and sometimes malfunction

I tried a few drinks here and was pleasantly surprised by how unique and well-balanced they were:…read more Matcha White Champaca Salted Cheese - Starts with a light matcha bitterness, then transitions into a subtle floral camellia note. Refreshing with nice layers. Jasmine Mango smoothie - Sweet mango paired with pomelo bits and a hint of jasmine tea. Super refreshing and not overly sugary--perfect after a meal or on a hot day. Premium Jasmine Apple Milk Tea - Tastes like a cold-brew tea mixed with green apple juice. Very crisp and refreshing, slightly ing apple candy in a fun way. Great if you're not into milky drinks. Jasmine Tea - A pure tea option with a clean jasmine aroma. Smooth, not bitter, and gets better as you sip. Pairs really well with heavier or savory foods.

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Tea Do

Simple milk tea bar in Philly. Consistency is great. The drinks are pretty standard and good. Never…read morehad a problem with them. I think some of the drinks are made with the pre-made powders, but still pretty good! Business is honestly pretty good. After school hours, its often full with kids when it gets warmer. Some seating inside, but the kids usually fill up the space so it might be hard to find seating during after school days/hours. But solid tea place in Philly central Chinatown area!

I love that this location is open late…read more However, I ordered my drinks with 1/2 sweetness and it was so sweet that it was way too sweet. I took a sip of my daughter's drink as well and hers was definitely undrinkable. I'd be scared to know how sweet a regular drink can be. Seeing some other reviews with the same opinion, I will most likely not be returning.

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M8. Thai Milk Tea

Tsaocaa

3.6

(25 reviews)

0.7 mi

Tsaocaa is usually great, but I wouldn't recommend this one. My order was half empty upon arrival…read more(yikes) and the crane games are so loud. My friends drink was great (and full!) though.

Cool spot with efficient service. Bubble tea was good quality even at night on a Friday!read more

Large Mashed Taro Milk Green Tea

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Mr Wish

We love Mr. Wish & get drinks from here every time we're in Chinatown. Hot black milk tea for me,…read morehoney lemon green tea, lemon fruit sherbet and can't forget the custard waffle cake. Everything is always on point but however, the service is sooo slow even with 2 workers and no other customers. They never smile & look miserable like they don't even want to be there... Luckily, we don't really care :[

A small but very pretty store in corner of 10th and Spring. The store has wallpaper of iconic…read moreTaiwanese buildings including Taipei 101z They have so many varieties of drinks. I got the orange green tea. Such tasty drink, could totally feel the orange in it. They also put orange pieces in it. Service is fast. They also accommodated our request of giving us some bubble in a cup for my toddler.

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Shing Tea 79

4.4

(29 reviews)

0.1 mi

I love Shing Tea and the staff at this location in Chinatown! Shoutout to Hillary and staff for…read morebeing so welcoming, hospitable to guests and preparing beverages and onigiri with care and quality! Great energy, vibe, and I love coming here. My faves now are the honey oolong milk tea and crab stick onigiri. Thank you for being here and for your service to the community.

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.

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Teazzi Tea Shop

4.1

(56 reviews)

0.1 mi

I got the Honey Amber Oolong Milk Tea with boba and it's pretty good. I can definitely taste the…read morehoney and the tea together. The boba is also chewy and sweet! It's slightly different from normal milk tea but in a good way! I think this milk tea is my go to milk tea if I'm in the area. There's also plenty of other options and even fruit teas available. There's plenty of seating and space too, but not for large parties.

We were on our way to the parking garage to pick up our car and passed by Teazzi, so we decided to…read morestop in for a boba to go. The storefront is very big - bigger than other Teazzi's that I've been to in NYC. You can order at the kiosk or at the counter. We opted to order at the kiosk and wanted only about 5 minutes for our order. My husband's usual tasted great and I tried a new season drink - the honeydew oolong, which was really good. Solid location!

Dark Roast Black Milk Tea (70% Sugar and 30% ice) added oats for texture. 70% sweetness was a tad bit too sweet for my liking.

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Boba King

Cute little boba place. We came here for a work meeting with a partner and enjoyed it. It was…read morepretty close to when they opened so unfortunately they didn't have any boba :( but I wound up getting a strawberry refresher, my partner got the cookie crumble and my friend got the milk tea and everything was good. I would just try not to come right after they open or before they close if you are hoping to get boba!

Stopped in closer to closing and the ambiance was really lovely with very instagramable decor. The…read moreservers were quick to inform me that they were closing in about 25 minutes and all the chairs were up. I asked if I could order to go as I was planning to take it back to my hotel anyways and they said sure. You order on the screen and they make the order. The tea was a bit watery and they were out of boba. I'd be interested to try another drink sometime when they aren't so closed up.

Jasmine Milk Tea & Matcha Bear

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Bear Sugar Milk Tea with boba

Matcha Panda Cafe

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.

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

Matcha ice cream ($7)

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Yuzu Cream Puff

Bb Tee House

4.4

(37 reviews)

1.3 mi

Sleeper hit at BB Tea House. I did not expect to like it this much…read more Ordered a dragon fruit bubble tea and their house banh mi. The drink was refreshing and fruity with a natural tartness from the dragon fruit. Not overly sweet even though I forgot to ask for less sugar. Their 100 percent sugar tastes more like 75 percent, which I actually liked since I usually go for 50. The boba had a nice chew and was not overly sweet either. The banh mi was really solid. Crispy toasted bread on the outside, soft inside, with a good balance of savory meat, pickled veggies, and fresh herbs. Bright, tangy, and satisfying without feeling heavy. Went around 1:30 so technically past lunch, but it was still busy. There was a bit of a line and people kept crowding or cutting, but the staff were working fast and getting orders out efficiently. They also have a small front area with grab and go items like bottled drinks, spring rolls, and other snacks. There is even a heated case with fried items by the register. Did not try those this time but definitely will next visit. Seating is limited, more of a quick stop spot, but perfect for a casual bite. Overall really good. Great flavors, good portions, and faster service than expected for how busy it gets. Definitely coming back.

I've been here multiple times! If you can get past the craziness of the parking lot, this is a…read moreplace you can find a lot of good Vietnamese snacks. We love the Egg Foam Coffee! Other drinks are good too. They have decent banh mi sandwiches and a lot of variety. We love going to see what kind of treats they have available. The Che Troi Nuoc is something I always get there. I totally recommend this place, there is something for everyone if they like Vietnamese treats!

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1-900-Ice Cream

Fantastic Ice Cream I will be coming back and bringing some…read moreof my friends to enjoy an have an Ice Cream Experience Master Chef Bernard

A Philly classic that seems to truly bring the community together…read more This late-night ice cream and soft serve shop was super quick and an easy way to get a small sweet treat. The line moved quick despite it being out the door and the staff were all very friendly and patient. Also, big plus-- they have a restroom! We got the Dankaroo soft serve (vanilla and cinnamon swirl dunked in cookies and cream coating). The coating was very sweet, but the soft serve itself was not too sweet and a very nice texture. The texture was a bit more icy than traditional soft serve (which I prefer). The shop is very casual and does not offer any seating that I saw. Maybe they offer seating at an earlier hour, but not when we went.

Vanilla bean soft serve W

Dreamsicle ice cream!

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Tiramisu Ice Cream

Capital One Café

Capital one is a perfect place to take a break! It's clean, has lots of seating and a variety of…read moredrinks. Drinks are always 1/2 off with the Capital One or Discover card. I stopped in during the Rittenhouse Row Festival to play some games and pick up some fun swag! The staff are helpful! It's great to have a place where you can ask questions and get info about your accounts.

This is a review of Capital One as a bank and of the Capital One Café at 17th and Walnut in…read morePhiladelphia. I've had accounts with nearly a dozen banks over the years, and Capital One stands out as my favorite. They strike a rare balance between digital innovation and authentic, in-person service, and this location exemplifies that in a distinctive way. Capital One's app is excellent, intuitive, reliable, and more comprehensive than most. Features like Zelle are seamlessly integrated, and overall, it feels like a true "hub" for managing your finances. Additionally, Capital One's ATM network is impressive. I've been able to withdraw funds fee-free across platforms like Venmo, Chime, and PA unemployment, which I haven't seen matched elsewhere. The machines themselves are highly functional, offering deposits and multiple bill denominations, with a level of flexibility you don't typically see. What's more, you can withdraw cash without your debit card by scanning a QR code displayed on the ATM screen using the app on your phone, which is incredibly helpful if you ever lose your wallet or find yourself without it. For added convenience, inside the branch, there's a dedicated machine that issues cashier's checks digitally. This greatly simplifies and accelerates what is typically a manual, time-consuming task. The 17th and Walnut café is impressive--the coffee is genuinely good, and the 50% discount for Capital One account holders is a great perk. It also serves as a free coworking space with reservable breakout rooms, adding real utility and a strong sense of community. Above all, the people and culture here foster a genuinely welcoming atmosphere. The team is consistently courteous and approachable. Special thanks to Jessie (sp?) with the Capital One sneakers, who is always exceptionally friendly, offers treats for our dog, and connects so well with our kids. All of this exemplifies the broader Capital One culture, which is rare in financial services. I'm a big supporter of both this branch and the broader Capital One brand. Thank you!

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Matcha Panda Cafe

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.

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

Matcha ice cream ($7)

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Yuzu Cream Puff

Beiler's Bakery

I love me some delicious donuts. I ordered a half dozen donuts for $10.75. What a great idea this…read morewas. I have no idea what all I ordered, but I got 3 classic ones that you can get mostly anywhere, and then I got 3 wild ones at the choice of the worker there helping me out. I have to say, I really just prefer classic chocolate icing, or caramel icing regular donuts. The crazy ones with all the toppings and fillings are just weird to me. Krispy Kreme remains as always the GOAT of all donut shops, but I do like trying new spots. Certainly worth stopping by if you're craving a donut.

This bakery sure does get a lot of foot traffic. Located towards the front in a corner, you can…read morefind a line wrapped around a few other booths. The line does move pretty quick. I recommend looking at a menu or doing research ahead of time so you have an idea on what you would like to get. I opted for a few items to include some rolls. Everything looked delicious. Now those donuts.... don't skip on them. The can sell out so get there quick. They had many different offerings, toppings and filling. They had many items from cakes, pies, breads, donuts and more. Service was fantastic. They were all working hard, and got things moving fast. They were taking orders left and right. The cost was on point for what they offer.