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Green tea and matcha

Authentic green tea and matcha that prioritize traditional preparation over sugary additives.

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Updated April 2026
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Tiny cafe with cute maximalist decor and cozy seating creates a warm, inviting atmosphere filled with plushies and handmade crafts. The space feels like an energy oasis, offering a friendly vibe despite limited seating and occasional crowding. Unique touches like crocheted mini flowers with drinks add charm to the experience.

Offers a variety of green tea flavors like mango, strawberry, and passionfruit, often paired with boba. Signature drinks include taro delight and Yuzu green tea, providing unique and tasty options.

Strawberry matcha stands out with its customizable options and pairs well with boba. Matcha lattes come with unique twists like cheese foam or soft serve, adding variety to the offerings.

People are saying

"The tea service here is so friendly and welcoming."

"The owner's Matcha is so nice and helpful."

"Their strawberry green tea is made with real fruit and tastes amazing."

Good to know

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The shop offers a membership deal that includes a drink and snack every Tuesday.

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Vegan options are available on the menu for those with dietary restrictions.

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The seating area is small, so it may be crowded during busy times.

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Modern and charming tea house with cute seating and holographic cups creates a cozy and elegant atmosphere. Music features K-pop tunes, adding a fun vibe while allowing conversation and work. Dogs are welcome, enhancing the friendly and relaxed environment.

Lychee green tea stands out with its fresh fruit flavor and often comes with jelly. Staff offer fruit tea samples brewed with green tea to help choose between options.

Ceremonial grade matcha here shows umami-rich flavor with a smooth, well-balanced profile and slight bitterness. The Matcha latte with strawberry jam and the Mango Matcha latte stand out for their delicate, high-quality taste.

People are saying

"I loved the delicious milk teas and fruit teas here."

"I loved the smooth, umami-rich matcha latte."

"This lychee green tea with jelly is the best I've ever tasted."

Good to know

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Boki's Tea House offers a student discount at the time of payment.

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You can customize your drink's sweetness level from 25% to 100%.

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They provide milk alternatives like oat milk and almond milk.

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Colorful interior with neon zodiac signs and playful energy creates a cozy, kid-friendly vibe. K-pop music plays, adding to the fun and welcoming atmosphere. Unique decor features include lucky cats and light-up animal zodiac displays.

Offers a variety of green tea drinks with popping boba and balanced sweetness. Options include Lychee Green Tea with Butterfly Pea Tea and Passion Fruit Mango Green Tea with 50% sugar.

Bright flavor and very good quality stand out in their matcha. Drinks like the matcha latte boba and matcha smoothie taste delicious, with the matcha milk tea offering a refreshing balance.

People are saying

"The tea flavors here are so delicious and unique."

"The staff here are super friendly and offer helpful recommendations for Green Tea."

"The matcha latte boba tasted really good."

Good to know

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Happy Bobas hosts special events and promotions throughout the year.

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They have fun holiday activities for families during the festive season.

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Happy hour offers discounts on drinks and snacks.

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Robots deliver food and drinks, adding a modern, fun touch to the experience. Seating includes comfortable couches and leather-upholstered high chairs, creating a cozy, well-decorated interior with varied seating areas. The atmosphere stays calm and soothing, suitable for hanging out or focusing quietly.

Strawberry and mango flavors stand out in the green teas here. Both the strawberry green tea and mango green tea offer a fresh, fruity twist that pairs well with meals.

Offers a great selection of Matcha drinks including matcha milk tea, matcha smoothie, and Matcha Mango. The matcha smoothie stands out as very delicious and affordable.

People are saying

"The food here is always fresh and seasoned well."

"I loved the matcha smoothie; it was delicious and affordable."

"The strawberry green tea is delicious and refreshing."

Good to know

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The restaurant operates a self-service system where customers order at a kiosk.

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Expect large portion sizes that offer good value for the price.

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The bathrooms are exceptionally clean and stylish.

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Bubble tea store

Bubble tea store with colorful pink decor and bunny-themed walls creates a cozy and fun atmosphere. Surprise plushie cups and a miniature Chicago Bean photo spot add unique interactive elements. The vibe suits casual visits and special occasions alike.

Offers a variety of fruit-infused green teas like passion fruit, lychee, and grape, often paired with crystal boba and jelly for texture. Drinks range from slushies to creamy matcha blends, all noted for being refreshing and well-balanced in sweetness.

Matcha drinks come with fresh strawberries and matcha ice cream, creating a sweet and creamy flavor. Options like the strawberry matcha smoothie and uji boba matcha latte stand out for their rich taste and texture.

People are saying

"The tea shop is so cute with its pink decor and adorable stuffies."

"I loved the strawberry matcha latte with ice cream."

"I loved the passion fruit green tea with crystal boba."

Good to know

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Starting May 15, customers could visit any of the three Chicago stores to try the new drinks.

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They were celebrating AAPI Month with new drinks and exclusive gifts.

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There was no bathroom at UMe Tea.

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Bubble tea store

Fish tanks and neon signs create a retro vibe with a Chicago-themed decor featuring a mural of the skyline. The atmosphere stays chill and cozy, with music videos playing and both indoor and outdoor seating available. A wide variety of customizable bubble tea flavors and snacks like popcorn chicken add to the welcoming, local feel.

Offers a variety of fruit-infused green teas like lychee and peach that taste refreshing. The three blend green tea combines flavors well for a wonderful experience.

Many unique matcha drinks appear here, like almond matcha and horchata matcha. The Matcha snow cap features a rich cheese foam topping. Some matcha drinks come very sweet, even without added sugar.

People are saying

"I had the most authentic Vietnamese coffee I've ever tasted."

"Ricky, the owner, was so kind and knowledgeable about the Green Tea."

"You have to try the horchata matcha; it's heavenly."

Good to know

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TEACAGO offers a wide variety of flavors and types of boba.

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There is free parking available at TEACAGO.

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I received a 10% discount for saying I would leave a review.

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Small space with charming decorations and cozy atmosphere creates a peaceful, fresh vibe. Classy crowd fills the cafe, especially during busy brunch hours with expected waits. Top-tier music selection adds to the overall experience.

Peach green tea features real peach pieces and a jasmine-like depth in flavor. The iced version includes crushed peaches and a boba straw to enjoy the fruit.

Matcha soufflรฉ pancakes stand out with their fluffy texture and balanced sweetness. Drinks like the matcha latte offer a strong, high-quality matcha flavor without being too sweet.

People are saying

"These Japanese-style soufflรฉ pancakes are light, airy, and fluffy."

"The salted caramel pancakes were a delicious flavor combination."

"The matcha pancakes were fluffy, lightly sweetened, and so delicious."

Good to know

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Expect long wait times, especially during peak hours.

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Reservations are not accepted, so arrive early to avoid lines.

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Seating is limited, with most tables accommodating only two people.

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Bubble tea store

Open space with cute, minimal interior and cherry blossom decorations creates a calm, serene atmosphere. Games and a jelly belly area add playful touches, making it a nice spot to relax and socialize. Friendly environment welcomes both people and dogs.

Offers green tea peach with popping apple Boba and mango green tea boba drinks. Prices around $9 for a 16oz serving. Includes unique flavors like passion green tea and purple cookie & cream blends.

Drinks include matcha boba tea that is not too sweet and matcha milk teas with varying quality. Some matcha milk teas taste watered down with inconsistent tapioca texture.

People are saying

"I loved the refreshing boba tea here."

"I found the Green Tea here to be awesome."

"I found the matcha boba tea not too sweet."

Good to know

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Expect to pay around $6 for a regular size drink.

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No food is available for three weeks due to supply issues.

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They offer a variety of toppings, including popping boba.

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