Cozy, small space with comfortable seating and calming music creates a welcoming, family-run vibe. Free amenities like wireless chargers and Wi-Fi support study sessions and casual hangouts. The atmosphere feels like stepping into a homely spot with a peaceful, chill energy.
High mountain oolong tea stands out with its rich flavor and is recommended for those who prefer less sweetness. The jasmine oolong and roast oolong teas offer distinctive aromas and pair well with chewy boba or fish balls.
Milk tea stands out with rich flavor and smooth texture. Options include a variety of bobas and teas that cater to both no sugar and sweet preferences.
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HaiCha opens before 11 AM.
Getting to HaiCha is very easy and there is street parking right outside the shop.
HaiCha has restrooms for customers.
Cozy cafe with a light wood aesthetic and view of the Space Needle offers a calm, peaceful atmosphere ideal for work or study. Traditional tea ceremonies happen in front of customers, adding a unique cultural touch. Free wifi and power outlets support digital nomads, while seating varies in comfort.
Shaken iced osmanthus oolong tea offers a refreshing and delicately floral taste. The shaken oolong tea latte blends smooth milk with tea for a light, balanced finish.
Milk teas blend strong tea scents with a buttery milk taste for a unique flavor. Traditional tea preparation includes a Chinese tea ceremony and careful steeping, especially for oolong and jasmine varieties.
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Chaco Coffee & Tea is located right next to the Space Needle.
The establishment has a cockroach infestation in the dining area.
The teas are all of high quality, loose leaf, and are local.
Bright, modern space offers an elevated tea tasting experience with engaging decor and a chill atmosphere. Knowledgeable staff lead informative sessions about tea origins and brewing methods. The place features perfectly chewy boba and a well-paced, friendly environment.
Tea tastings focus on hand-picked top leaves and detailed presentations about sourcing. Hosts explain varieties like Lishan Oolong and highlight favorites such as the Honey Osmanthus Oolong.
Tea tasting sessions offer a simple yet unique experience with knowledgeable hosts explaining tea origins and brewing. The oolong and jasmine milk teas stand out for their quality and perfect texture, making the tea here really good.
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Reservations are required for the tea tasting sessions, which run every 30 minutes.
Each tea tasting session lasts about 15 minutes and accommodates a maximum of 5 people.
The tea tasting sessions are informative and showcase various types of tea.
Tiny space creates an intimate vibe filled with anime figures and unique decor. Oolong tea features fruit-infused blends like strawberry with customizable sweetness. Fresh boba and tea tasting ensure real tea flavor in every cup.
Oolong tea here comes in fruit-infused blends like strawberry and green apple, often paired with jasmine or ginger. Drinks include options with boba, pudding, and herbal jelly, served with customizable sweetness and ice levels.
Tea here offers custom intensity and fresh boba made daily. Customers can taste before ordering, ensuring the real tea flavor shines through in drinks like jasmine milk tea and matcha.
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Only one party is allowed to enter the store for ordering at a time.
Customers can sample the tea before ordering to adjust the sweetness.
You can wait almost 2 hours in line on weekends.
Small space with stylish decor featuring illuminated Chinese characters and floral accents creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The shop offers unique floral tea aromas and thoughtfully designed packaging that stands out among bubble tea spots.
Oolong tea here comes in rich, aromatic flavors like Snowy Peach with a creamy whipped topping and Dancong with perfectly balanced sweetness. Varieties include light, refreshing peach tianguanyin and blends with jasmine, offering a range from creamy milk teas to fruity infusions.
Offers milk tea with floral flavors like white champaca, served with options like crystal boba and adjustable sweetness. Tea quality rates consistently high, often described as the best in Chicago.
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Expect long wait times during peak hours, especially on weekends.
Parking can be challenging; consider arriving early or using public transport.
They often have monthly specials, so check for current promotions.
Cozy bubble tea shop with a cute interior and fun vibe offers a quick, comfortable stop with fresh, chewy boba and a modern menu. Small space includes minimal seating and a service counter, creating a chill atmosphere ideal for late-night visits.
Roasted and white peach varieties stand out with crema and lychee jelly additions. Sweetness levels like 50% are customizable, enhancing the flavor profile.
Offers high-quality tea with a focus on milk tea and boba flavors like brown sugar milk and roasted oolong with crema. Tea is consistently flavorful and served with excellent customer service.
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GAGA TEA 嘎嘎 is open late until 2am, making it a great late-night option.
Ordering is done through a tablet, which is easy and straightforward.
Prices at GAGA TEA 嘎嘎 are notably lower than other bubble tea shops.
Cozy bubble tea shop with a modern, cute aesthetic featuring cat ear cup designs and a panda theme. Sounds of hand-pounded rice mochi add a unique sensory detail. Offers fresh, textured boba and soft, sticky mochi in a clean, well-designed space.
Bamboo oolong tea offers a deep tea flavor with a unique blend of bamboo and oolong notes. Some drinks include fruit accents like orange slices, adding a fresh twist.
Strong bamboo oolong tea stands out with a unique blend of bamboo and oolong flavors, often enhanced by fruit. The hand-pounded rice mochi milk tea and bamboo oolong milk tea offer fresh, fragrant, and distinct tastes not found in typical tea shops.
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The shop offers customizable drinks with toppings separated upon request.
The space is small but well-maintained and clean.
Tiny shop with cozy seating and clean, modern design creates an inviting atmosphere. Music and good vibes fill the space, attracting those seeking rich nitro tea and flavorful Vietnamese-style snacks. Limited seating encourages quick visits rather than long stays.
Shingen jelly pairs with oolong tea in green plum and raspberry fruit flavors, creating a unique combo. Both the Alpine Roasted and peach oolong teas come with real fruits for added freshness.
Tea here features real fruit in all fruit teas, delivering a refreshingly sweet and super smooth flavor. Nitro teas like the jasmine milk tea and Nitro Jin Xuan offer a unique, creamy texture and high quality.
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The Seared Pomelo Nitro Fruffee costs $7.25.
All of N25's fruit teas are made with real fruit.
They offer an impressive variety of teas beyond the typical menu.
Small stall with cozy decor and clean environment offers bubble tea made with real fruits and fresh toppings prepared in front of customers. The vibe is chill and welcoming, attracting those who appreciate quality and variety in their drinks.
Cranberry Oolong Tea stands out as incredibly refreshing and thirst-quenching. Other notable options include Peach Oolong Tea, Osmanthus Oolong Tea, and oolong tea with pudding, all offering stronger and more flavorful brews than usual.
Tea here features real fruits and authentic tea leaves with no artificial flavors. Options like passion fruit green tea come with no sugar added, and the brown sugar milk tea stands out as delicious.
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Students can get a discount at this spot.
Customers can customize levels of sugar and ice in their drinks.
After 9 purchases, customers receive a free medium drink.
Space combines cozy seating with antique decor and a subtle osmanthus fragrance that fills the air. Atmosphere stays quiet and relaxing, inviting calm conversations or solo moments. Tea flavors focus on rich, balanced sweetness without heavy reliance on toppings.
Rich and aromatic oolong tea base forms the core of the offerings. Grape and osmanthus flavors stand out as distinctive choices.
Teas have a rich aroma and a strong, authentic taste that stands out. The Osmanthus Oolong Milk Tea and Jasmine Green Milk Tea are smooth, fragrant, and perfectly balanced with sweetness.
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The grand opening event featured special promotions and a busy atmosphere.
ChaHalo hosts themed events like Halloween with prizes and giveaways.
The shop offers a comfortable seating area perfect for relaxing with friends.
Spacious tea house with natural light and comfy padded seating offers a calm, soothing atmosphere. Unique espresso-style brewing and pulled tea method highlight bold, full-bodied flavors without syrup. Indoor and outdoor seating with charging outlets and wifi support light work or relaxation.
Dancha stands out with its mild, nostalgic flavor and works well with additions like sea salt or vanilla. The oolong tea here is light and refreshing, pairing nicely with oat milk for a smooth taste.
Espresso-style brewing makes the tea stronger than coffee with no crash. Unique drinks like the Tea Caramel Macchiato offer deep earthy and nutty notes with a light floral finish. The oolong and dark teas are bold and full-bodied, brewed to highlight authentic flavors.
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Greenova offers a unique espresso-style brewing method for their teas.
The cafe has a cozy atmosphere with great natural lighting for studying.
Prices are reasonable for the quality of tea served.
Space combines modern organic decor with earth tone colors to create a cozy, inviting atmosphere that feels clean and bright. Seating is ample and the environment is moderately loud, supporting a lively yet comfortable vibe. Outlets for charging devices add practical convenience to the experience.
Oolong tea here has a strong floral taste that feels natural and different from the usual. The Camelia Oolong offers a perfectly balanced flavor with soft, chewy agar boba and moderate sweetness.
Loose leaf tea with real milk forms the base for their milk tea, avoiding powders. Seasonal specials and fresh fruit teas add variety, including dairy-free options. Drinks often feature a naturally floral taste, especially in oolong tea, with sweetness balanced around 50%.
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Boba Bliss offers customizable sweetness and ice levels for all drinks.
The Green Thai Tea is available only on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Boba Bliss has a decent parking lot and some seating inside.
Cozy dessert shop with Chinese-inspired decor and a clean, chill ambiance. Features unique dessert flavors and reusable containers alongside playful touches like claw machines. Atmosphere balances calm and vibrant energy, attracting those seeking a sweet, charming spot.
Offers a variety of flavored oolong teas like osmanthus, lychee, and peach. Includes unique blends such as Ocean Coconut and wintermelon milk tea.
Fruit teas stand out as very refreshing with options like green Thai tea and oolong lychee. Milk teas such as jasmine with matcha foam and wintermelon offer a strong tea flavor and balanced sweetness.
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The open hours are really late, making it a great late-night spot.
Good parking is available in a shared lot with El Gordo.
Expect quick service as there was no wait during my visit.
Space combines sleek high-tech design with a clean, modern aesthetic featuring textured silver walls. Atmosphere feels rushed and crowded, with limited seating and a clinical vibe. Staff provide interactive tea demonstrations and tastings, highlighting detailed tea roasting and flavor profiles.
A tea bar offers a range of oolong teas from light to heavy roast with tastings. Presentations explain different flavor profiles and include samples like Honey Osmanthus Oolong and orange oolong tea.
Tea here features well brewed blends with a variety from light to dark roast. Staff provide informative tastings explaining flavor profiles and brewing methods, enhancing the experience with friendly, knowledgeable presentations.
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The tea tasting offers five different roast options, from light to dark.
Expect a knowledgeable staff member to guide you through the tea tasting.
The tea tasting is free and includes samples of various oolong teas.
Unique interior design combines modern aesthetic with a cozy back room featuring star lights and a glowing moon. The atmosphere stays quiet and warm, ideal for studying or hanging out. Plenty of seating supports a relaxed vibe where soft, chewy boba complements an extensive tea menu.
Roasted oolong tea here has a strong roasted flavor compared to Wushi. Signature blends include ember roasted oolong paired with crème brûlée, mango yakult, and coconut cloud orchis oolong milk tea.
Tea here is pure and authentic with a floral jasmine flavor that stays strong even with milk. Options include high quality milk and fruit teas with adjustable sweetness and well-balanced richness.
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The menu offers a wide variety of teas and drinks.
Sweetness and ice levels are customizable for each drink.
Each cup of tea is made individually using a teapresso machine.
Shop centers on high-quality oolong teas with transparent descriptions that emphasize the experiential dimension of tea tasting over health claims. Classes teach brewing, tasting, and understanding tea leaves, creating an educational atmosphere. Packaging and delivery show careful presentation with personal touches.
Expressive and layered oolong teas stand out here, showing a wide range of floral and buzzing flavors. The shop feels like a haven for oolong tea lovers with a clear passion for this tea variety.
Focus lies on the expressive and layered oolong teas with a wide range of flavors and budgets. Staff share deep knowledge and passion, offering high-quality Taiwanese oolongs and helpful samples with each order.
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Floating Leaves sells high-quality tea with a focus on experiential tasting.
They offer classes on tea brewing and tasting to enhance your knowledge.
Online ordering is easy, and delivery is quick, typically within two business days.
Bubble tea shop with anime-themed decor and cute Asian iconographic art creates a cozy, relaxing atmosphere. Space feels like a modern Tokyo alleyway with power outlets available for studying or chatting. Boba is soft and chewy with unique selections and reasonable prices.
Silken Jade Oolong Tea offers floral and buttery notes that stand out. Golden Roasted Oolong Tea delivers a rich, toasted flavor.
High quality tea shines through in drinks like passion fruit green tea and Silken Jade milk tea. The fruit teas and milk teas offer clear, vibrant flavors with options for sweetness levels.
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Parking in the plaza is free but limited to 30 minutes.
You can order online and then pick up your drinks.
The menu offers a variety of options, including classic milk teas and adventurous flavors.
Minimal, neat space offers a cozy atmosphere with beautiful, unique teaware and wide selection of premium Chinese teas. Free tea tastings invite relaxed, authentic experiences. Friendly owners share deep tea knowledge, enhancing the welcoming vibe.
Offers duck poop and snowflake oolong teas with rich, delicious flavors. Includes Pu'er and fresh, clean oolong teas from southern China.
A fantastic selection of high-quality, authentic Chinese teas like duck poop and snowflake oolong are available. The owner and his son share deep tea knowledge and offer free tastings, creating a welcoming and informative experience.
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The shop offers a huge variety of teas and teapots.
Samples of tea are provided free of charge.
Prices for tea are considered affordable for quality products.
Large space with minimalist decor and Godzilla-themed accents creates a clean, modern atmosphere. Calm music and comfortable seating encourage relaxation and conversation. Offers self-order kiosks, tea leaf scent sampling, and kid-friendly drink options, making it convenient and welcoming for all ages.
Offers a sip of oolong tea upon arrival. Features varieties like Phoenix Oolong, which is light and refreshing, and Alishan High Mountain Oolong. Also serves unique flavors such as grape oolong tea.
Freshly brewed teas offer distinct flavors with balanced sweetness. Options like Phoenix Oolong and melon chrysanthemum provide light, refreshing tastes. Tea samples and friendly service enhance the experience.
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Thirsty Waters offers kid's caffeine-free drinks made with natural ingredients.
They have gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan options available.
The rewards program is great for frequent visitors.
Bubble tea shop offers a cozy, well-lit space with board games and a claw machine for entertainment. The atmosphere stays calm and chill, suitable for studying or hanging out with friends. Unique features include reusable insulated bags and booth-height seating.
The white peach oolong tea stands out with a smooth, fruity flavor. It rates a solid 10 out of 10 and earns strong recommendations for its quality.
Offers a wide selection of boba teas with flavors like Mango Green, Matcha green milk, and White peach oolong. Drinks come quickly and consistently have a perfect balance of sweetness and freshness.
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Tea Villa offers a drive-thru service for quick orders.
The restroom is very clean and well-maintained.
They have a variety of flavors for drinks and food.
Bright, modern space with eye-catching decor and cozy seating creates a welcoming atmosphere. Calm, relaxed vibe suits studying or lounging, enhanced by board games that add a playful touch. Soft, chewy tapioca and fresh bubble waffles complement the serene setting.
Peach lemongrass oolong tea stands out with its refreshing flavor and fruity notes. The tea offers a great balance between traditional oolong and bright, citrusy accents.
Offers bubble tea with a wide range of flavors and add-ons. Drinks like Taro Milk Tea and Ube Matcha feature fresh, creamy blends and squishy tapioca. The tea is consistently flavorful and refreshing.
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Umbrella Tea House is open until midnight on weekdays and weekends.
The cafe offers a variety of sugar-free and dairy-free drink options.
Expect a unique experience with their Vietnamese coffee menu.
Cozy space with vibrant colors and cute decor creates a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere. Self-ordering kiosks ease busy times, and seating options include both indoor and outdoor areas. Distinctive features include fresh Hong Kong waffles and a calm, inviting vibe.
Strawberry peach oolong tea comes with strawberry popping boba that adds a fun texture. The tea blends fruity flavors like peach and strawberry for a deliciously sweet taste.
Jasmine milk tea with honey boba stands out as a signature drink here. The shop also serves exceptional Taro tea and offers unique options like black milk tea with crystal boba not found on the menu.
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This location is the only one in St. Louis that has passion fruit green tea and Hong Kong waffles.
Prices start at $6.50 for tea without toppings, with bubble tea at $11.
Honey Bee Tea offers customizable sweetness levels and allows tea sampling before sweetening.
Tiny space with cozy vibe and cute artwork on the walls creates a friendly, inviting atmosphere. Music plays loudly, adding energy to the chill setting. Cleanliness stands out, and the place offers varied drink options including caffeine-free and unique toppings like aloe vera.
White Peach Oolong Tea offers a refreshing, light, and flavorful taste with perfect sweetness. Options include additions like aloe vera and rainbow popping boba.
Offers a great variety of tea flavors including Taro milk tea, Earl Grey with brown sugar boba, Thai tea, mango fruit tea, jasmine milk tea, and coconut milk tea. Tea is delicious and made quickly with friendly service.
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The menu features a wide variety of boba flavors and toppings.
Prices are reasonable, with large portions for the cost.
Expect longer wait times during peak hours; visit during off-peak for a better experience.
Small, modern bubble tea shop offers a cozy vibe with stylish decor and traditional Chinese-style packaging. Customers enjoy unique milk teas like salty milk tea and Tieguanyin tea, alongside innovative tofu pudding flavors. Seating is limited to a cozy outdoor bench, and ordering happens via a self-serve touchscreen kiosk.
Smooth oolong tea offers a creamy base with a rich, milky flavor. Tieguanyin variety stands out as aromatic, while peach oolong carries a noticeable bitterness that grows over time.
Milk tea features a mellow tea flavor with a perfect milky aroma and smooth, rich texture. Creative drinks include options with tofu and a creamy, slightly salty milk whipped snow cream topping.
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Ordering is simple and convenient with a self-serve touchscreen kiosk.
The wait time is minimal, making it easy to grab a drink quickly.
The shop is very clean and hygienic, ensuring a pleasant experience.
Open lounge space combines modern hair salon and quaint tea shop with cozy, clean atmosphere and soft music. Taiwanese artisanal teas brewed from hand-selected leaves create a calm, cool vibe ideal for relaxing. Wide menu offers customizable bubble tea toppings and unique shaved ice presentations.
Peach Oolong tea comes with a cheese foam option that adds a creamy layer. Brown sugar bubble tea and Jin Jun Mei Black tea are also available alongside the oolong selection.
Tea here has a very strong flavor with freshly made bubbles daily. Drinks like Assam and HK milk tea balance tartness and sweetness well, and fruit teas taste like homemade fresh ones.
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Customers can customize their drinks with a variety of toppings like herbal jelly, Boba, and taro.
The bubbles in the tea are freshly made every day.
Customers can order on the kiosk if they don't want to interact with staff.