This is more towards my recent experience here. I came on a Monday and I saw 3 people behind the…read morecounter. We got 2 drinks and waited but it was until 10 minutes in we found out it was 1 curly haired guy doing all the work and the other 2 girls were just chilling doing nothing. I don't know if the 2 girls didn't work there or not but if you are behind the counter then do something or don't be by the work area. This sucks cus this place is usually consistent. The drinks are usually a hit but it just felt bad seeing the one guy do everything while 2 others just sit and do nothing.

PROS: this place is spacious, clean, prices are good, menu variety is plentiful, and loads of…read moreplaces to sit. CONS: the lady at the register was a bit snippy towards my friend and I OVERALL: I would come here again, but I would have to remember that hospitality needs to improve

We stumbled upon this place randomly while we were leaving the Marshall's plaza. There are a lot of…read moreoptions and some of them pretty unusual. I really like that they had 3 boba options: Brown sugar, Strawberry, and Honey. On their website there seems to be even more but they weren't advertised so maybe they weren't available at the time. The other boba listed on their website are Taro, Black Sesame, Mango, Chrysanthemum, and OneZo Triple. What we ordered: - Passion Fruit Green Tea with Strawberry Boba - Taro Sesame Milk Tea I am a big fan of the strawberry boba and both drinks were pretty good. I would definitely return to try out other things. I noticed that they also have ice cream as well There is a parking lot but it shares it with the other businesses and the apartment complex so it was limited. We snuck in a spot for "future residents". Not sure how much it is monitored but we were fine even though our drinks took a particularly long time. I think there might have been some issues with the order before us. They did apologize for the delay.

As I searched for a bubble tea shop in the area, I found this shop. I thought oh that must be new…read moresince I know that area and have never seen it before. To my surprise this shop is actually in an apartment complex. That's probably why it's a little out of the way and parking can be a concern as it's a private area. The spots near the shop all have signs on them so I am not sure if I was allowed to park there. By the register, I asked if it was okay to park there and they seemed unsure as well but said it should be fine to park and leave within the hour. It may designed in a way where you live in the complex and can just stop in without leaving the property which I have seen for a couple of these newer apartment buildings. The shop itself is fine, clean, small amount of seating. I think this may be the type of shop where I just pick up or get delivery from instead of bringing a big group to hang out for some bubble tea. I had ordered a Sesame milk tea. It was essentially a milk tea but sesame seeds were blended through it. It was gritty kinda like how red bean bobas are but not like sweet bean paste. It had that sesame seeds taste that you get from burger buns with sesame seeds on them. I wasn't sure what I was expecting but I can't say that's what it was. Maybe others like that as it's probably healthier than tapioca balls but I just was not into it. This shop online, prided itself on making their tapioca balls in house. I didn't get them cause I just wanted to try the shop and the balls were all $2+ add ons for whatever drinks I looked at. I didn't dislike coming here but I think if I come back I would order something else, probably something more flavorful

This is an updated review of I Love Bubbletea! I came here a number of times and noticed some…read moreconsistent things that I thought I should mention. Food: I came here multiple times since my first review and noticed that my boyfriend's and my order are frequently incorrect. It does depend on who is working however. To be fair, once we address the issue, it does get remade in a very polite manner, which is why I keep coming back. Many places will charge you again, even if its not your fault and will give you attitude, this place doesn't however. The bubble tea, especially the green tea, is almost always on point. Price: This place is a bit expensive, especially with the macaroons and sweets. The bubbletea itself is reasonably priced. Seating & Overall Setting: There is only table inside for three people to sit. This isn't a place to sit down and drink your tea. To be fair, the store isn't big enough for multiple parties to be inside anyway. The inside decor is unusual but neat and clean. Service: The service is great. On service alone it is 5/5. Overall: I always stop by when I'm at the mall and get bubble tea. I recommend this store to anyone wanted to try out bubble tea.

A really cute boba place that just opened up in town. My cousin wanted to try it out since she…read morelives nearby and hasn't officially had boba before. Parking is a bit awkward on that street so it may take a few seconds to find suitable parking, There's some seating inside and a table outside but it's a very small space. It's an extensive menu and you're able to order from a tablet. We ordered Taro, Oreo and Thai milk. & you're able to customize the sweetness and etc on the tablet. The boba was decent - I've had better ones. But I would come back if in the area because the aesthetic was cute and our drinks came out pretty quickly even though there was only 1 person working.

It's a very new place, but I stumbled upon while walking my dog. I have met the owner and she is an…read moreabsolute delight and was dedicated to me to have the best experience. It doesn't hurt that the boba is delicious. My go to is definitely the Lemonade mixers. She even let me taste test diet boba and it's my new favorite. The place is super cute and fun. It is dog friendly and even has water bowl outside for them and seating outside for you and your fur baby. I'm so excited for them to roll out the food. It looks delicious can't wait to try and I will in fact be a regular here!

I wish Yelp had a zero-star option because that's what I would give this experience…read more I've been a loyal and regular customer at this location and have come here many times without any issues. I had never seen this person before, but during this visit she told me she was the manager and said her name was Apple. The whole situation started over something so small. The kids were excited and wanted to get a couple of different colored straws. Instead of simply explaining nicely if there was a rule about the straws, she started yelling at the kids. They are children. There was absolutely no reason to speak to them that way over something so minor. I calmly approached her and told her she shouldn't talk to kids like that. Instead of apologizing or trying to understand why I was upset, she basically told me, "Do whatever you want. Call corporate or write a negative review. I don't care." That response shocked me even more. The situation became so upsetting that, in that moment, I honestly felt like calling the police because of the way she was yelling at the kids. As a parent and a regular customer, I don't expect special treatment. I just expect basic respect and for adults to speak appropriately to children. If there is a store policy, explain it. There is no need to yell at kids and then dismiss a parent's concern. I've always had normal experiences with the other employees here, which makes this even more disappointing. Unfortunately, this location has definitely lost a loyal and regular customer. One star only because Yelp doesn't let me give zero.

If you love fresh mango fruit smoothies, this is the spot for you! We got a Mango smoothie with…read moremango chunks and tapioca (extra 75 cents but definitely worth it) and it was delicious. We watched the staff make it and they do indeed use fresh mangos, and quite a bit of it too! It was very easy to order using their kiosks and we only waited a few minutes for our drinks. Pricing is a little high but not bad for a mall. It's a very refreshing drink especially for the summer! It's located near the kid amusement area with the carousel, train, trampoline and ride on animals and bikes, so it's a nice spot to bring your children after having some fun. Lots of seating inside but there are also tables outside and lots of benches nearby.

Following a delightful lunch nearby neighboring business of Lao Wu Authentic Shanghai Dumpling, I…read moresummon bubble tea. This Gong Cha location in Edison, NJ is gargantuan with abundant tables and chairs! It is a clean, well light relaxing atmosphere. I can imagine the table hibernation occupied by patrons lingering for hours as I would with journaling and poetry separately. The atmosphere is decorated with Japanese animation sketches of characters throughout this traditional brick and mortar store. The drink lid also contain animation sketches. As a Asian American woman, I do not have a iota for taken an interest in Asian animation sketches and never did. However, I have a strong predilection for traditional fictional cartoon characters as Hello Kitty, Charlie Brown, Snoopy, or Paddington Bear. This Edison, NJ Gong Cha contains a free parking lot that is shared among neighboring business of a shopping complex 863 Logan Plaza. There are two large Japanese beckoning cats maneki-neko 招き猫 at the register which are adorable and beautiful. Customer service is prompt and efficient because I was the sole customer at that moment. A fleeting moment is all I need to attain my default drink. The female server/cashier Keshia is efficient and attentive. I did receive a sales receipt. Peach green tea, medium $6.50 I requested Oolong tea, but the cashier inadvertently inputted my order in the register as green tea. However, my sales receipt attained stated "Notes: oolong." The tea actually did taste Oolong as well as the dark coloring which my order is accurate. One medium drink with grass jelly loeng4 fan2 涼粉 $.075, regular ice 100%, and sugar 30%. I desired this drink to be cold and no milk which my requests were fulfilled and satisfied. The tea was standard but good quality. I have a predilection for Oolong and green tea - particularly Matcha green tea. The ice, as usual, entirely melted and my drink became room temperature - this time during my long-haul car ride returning to NYC. The grass jelly is average, somewhat served chilled and paucity for minimal quantity but a nice delight. I strongly believe there is a price discrimination for preferential treatment as New Jersey is significantly lowered price than its neighbor state New York. For $6.50 medium drink it is very reasonable price by the economic standards of stagflation 2026 era. If I live within distance from Edison, New Jersey and have driving skills enabling car ownership I would surely make the occasional trek to this Edison, NJ bubble tea business.

Ordered Gong Cha through delivery for Green Milk Tea, Oolong Milk Tea, Truffle Mushroom Soup, and…read moreChocolate Bubble Waffle with Oreo. I received someone else's Earl Grey teas instead of what I ordered and also missing my Bubble Waffle completely. Could not get a refund despite not getting most of what I even ordered.

This place is a gem and really deserves to be highlighted! Although it looks like a small shop on…read moreMain Street in Metuchen, it's a booming and popular bubble tea place. Love coming here and seeing people from toddler age to folks with their grandparents. Bubble tea is for all! My husband loves to try the new fruity varieties that get added to the menu. Every few weeks there is a new, unique fruit combination that blows him away. I stick to my tried and true Thai iced tea with boba, and NOWHERE else has been able to compete. The details are what makes this place stand out. If you buy multiple drinks, they place your order in an adorable, reusable purple bag. Also, there is a rewards program. So if you're an avid boba drinker, make sure you sign up. Every few orders you can score a free bite to eat or bubble tea. Since it's a hit spot, this place can get packed at peak times (post work hours, and especially on weekends). So happy to have such a lovely shop in my town. Thanks, Akihi!

While exploring in Metuchen, I came across this dessert/bubble tea spot, and of course, I had to…read moretry it out. The inside was very different from your usual bubble tea spot, and it was very welcoming and cozy. I could definitely see myself just chilling and reading a book while enjoying my food and drink. I placed my order through the kiosk while looking over the menu, which had a lot of good options. I couldn't make up my mind and decided to go with the bubble tea and Oreo waffle crepe. Both items were good, and I enjoyed the waffle, which had ice cream as the filling and was stuffed with fillings, but it was a little difficult to eat since the wrapper is not very practical, and I had to use my hands, so it got a bit messy. Did I regret it? No way, I loved it; hopefully, they would just have a better container for it, lol. Definitely will get a sugar rush, so be careful hahaha. I would definitely go back to try the other flavors

This location is inside Lotte's supermarket. You order from kiosk…read more The drinks were very tasty. I especially love the black pearl/boba. It had a very sweet taste. The texture was perfect. I love how we could choose the sugar level. Everything came out quickly. Will definitely visit again.

Upon entering the establishment at around opening time of noon on a weekday, the workers/staff were…read moreunpacking and setting up. Then also you see a few customers who were already waiting for their placed drink orders! Also, the customers were not even patrons of the supermarket, so that also goes to show that people are just coming in straight for their bubble tea fix! Situated inside LOTTE (another reviewer wrote HMART..so: correction there), by the inner food court area, this is a cute little spot. That is the reason for this review actually. The food court is also convenient as there are other food options but having a bubble tea place as an addition is a huge plus! This Gong Cha store looks very tidy, and well-managed. The workers were friendly and can provide recommendations. While waiting for the orders, you can notice the employees are busy making all their necessary preparations and everyone seemed exceptional. The drinks were made fresh and also did not realize that they also have freshly brewed coffee - what an amazing selection. In addition to several drinks, also ordered a viet coffee. Normally, bubble tea stores do not have fresh coffee (usually it's instant because that is not their main product.) So for them to have that as a choice, and to be made fresh - that is a true win-win situation! So the menu choices were a bit long, and requires really focusing into each category to get a sense of what's available. The icon that shows a mini coffee bean next to each drink represents caffeinated vs non-caffeinated. Also, if you are unsure, it is best to ask the employees for further suggestions and ingredients, in case of anything you may not prefer. (Had no idea about the winter melon choice, wow!) The wide array of selections is really super amazing; with so many variations that can be added! The takeaway with this review is the opportunity to be at a supermarket and while you're doing your shopping, there is this awesome bubble tea store that anyone can just stop by for a quick drink! Parking is really convenient, and the nearby restrooms were also very clean. Kudos and congrats to management for making this work on all levels. Food court go-ers can enjoy, supermarket customers will drop by, and the list can go on. Support your local businesses!

The counter lady is exceptional.. very sweet & is the only one working there everyday. I don't…read morethink people understand that she is just one person and tries her best to go back and forth from preparing the beverages to cash handling. My boyfriend and I love coming and getting our delicious tea every weekend!

This place has potential for at least a 4 star rating but I deducted a star for customer service…read more I've visited this place twice and experienced the same service by the same person. After approaching the kiosk, the employee (who always looks annoyed or stressed) finishes an order before even acknowledging me, despite looking into my eyes several times without so much as a hello. The bubble smoothies are good, but the service can be better.

I've generally had great experiences here, which made tonight especially disappointing. We arrived…read morearound 9:40pm, knowing they closed at 10pm, we were craving ice cream. As we were literally steps from the counter, an employee flipped the 'open' sign to closed right in front of us and made eye contact as well.We were still within business hours, and being shut out like that felt dismissive and rude. It's such a shame, because the ice cream itself has always been great but that kind of treatment is hard to overlook, and we'll think twice before going back.

Cute ice cream spot. No indoor seating or dining. They do have a few chairs out in the front during…read morethe summer. Accepts cash & card. Has icies as well regular ice cream flavors.