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Tea and boba tea

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Cozy space with beautiful decor and gorgeous dishware creates an inviting and calm atmosphere. The environment feels homey and well lit, welcoming both solo diners and groups. Pricing is reasonable, supporting an authentic and pleasant dining experience.

Tea here tastes like real tea, not juice like other bubble teas. Brown sugar milk tea stands out as a rich, smooth option, and fruit teas come with chunks of fruit inside.

Tea tastes like real tea and not juice, setting it apart from many bubble tea spots. Boba teas come out well-made and enjoyable.

People are saying

"I thought the ramen broth was flavorful and well-balanced."

"I loved their bubble tea; it was the best I'd had."

"I loved this place because the boba tea was delicious."

Good to know

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Street parking can be scarce when busy.

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We typically parked on a side street behind the building.

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The prices at Ichiddo Ramen Highland Park are reasonable.

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Bubble tea store

Space filled with living plants and bright lights creates a cozy, relaxed vibe. Music stays chill and recognizable, supporting a quiet atmosphere good for reading or chatting. Furniture includes a pergola with couches, adding a unique indoor patio feel.

Offers a wide selection of freshly brewed tea with options like pineapple tea and honey milk tea with boba. Includes unique choices such as cheese foam and strawberry popping boba for added flavor.

Best bubble tea stands out here with a variety of good options. The shop feels cute and relaxing, making it a solid spot for boba tea and other drinks.

People are saying

"I thought their boba tea was the best in town."

"This cookies and cream smoothie was the best one I've had."

"I thought this was the best boba tea I've had yet."

Good to know

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Expect a wait time of over 20 minutes during busy hours.

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Tapioca and toppings are extra, costing $1 each.

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A medium Thai tea with boba costs around $9.

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Tea bar blends Harry Potter memorabilia with unique loose leaf teas and themed drinks in a cozy, lively space. Seating is limited but comfortable, with local art and games adding to a fun, community vibe. Busy atmosphere peaks after school hours, drawing a steady crowd.

Bubble tea stands out with options like taro and royal milk tea with tapioca pearls. The menu offers a wide variety including tea smoothies, iced tea, and hot tea with many flavor variations and a large loose tea collection.

Taro bubble tea stands out as a favorite with rich, authentic flavor. Every boba tea ordered delivers flavorful and delicious taste, making it a top spot for bubble tea lovers.

People are saying

"The tapioca pearls in this tea are the best part."

"It's a cozy place with lots of seating options."

"I think their boba tea is the best I've ever had."

Good to know

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Seating is limited with only about 10 tables available.

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Parking is available in the neighborhood behind the tea bar.

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A small drink costs around $6 or $7, with unique flavors offered.

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Bubble tea store

Small, cute shop with dim lighting and floral photo walls creates a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Offers extensive drink options with customizable toppings and affordable prices. Clean and quaint space plays catchy K-pop music, making it a relaxed spot for casual meetups.

Tea here is brewed fresh with an authentic jasmine hint and served cold and creamy. The menu offers an extensive variety including milk teas, herbal teas, and popping bubbles, with sweetness levels you can adjust.

Offers super good boba tea with a perfect balance of flavors. This spot stands out as a neighborhood favorite for boba lovers.

People are saying

"The boba tea here is super good and delicious."

"I found the smoothies here to be super refreshing and flavorful."

"I thought the boba tea here was super good."

Good to know

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Boba & Tea offers a wide variety of drinks including milk teas and carbonated refreshers.

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The 16oz drinks cost about $5 each before tax and tip.

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Parking is available in the lot behind the building, but it has many potholes.

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Bubble tea store

Cozy interior with Instagram-worthy decor creates a fun and cheerful atmosphere. Seating suits chilling, hanging out, or working, though it is limited. Offers soft boba pearls with great texture and lets customers customize sugar and ice levels.

Offers a variety of milk teas including Hokkaido Oolong and vanilla, both highly praised. Also serves flavorful passion fruit slushies and Thai tea with friendly service that remembers orders.

Milk teas stand out with a fantastic taste and a wide variety of options. Bubble tea here ranks among the best in the area.

People are saying

"Their milk teas are delicious and reminiscent of Taipei."

"I found their bubble tea to be the best I tried in the Twin Cities."

"I found their boba tea to be the best I tried in the Twin Cities."

Good to know

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There is free parking at the back of the building.

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Seating is limited, so arrive early during busy hours.

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The location is super close to public transit.

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Shopping mall

Huge building filled with hundreds of shops creates a vibrant marketplace atmosphere. Traditional Hmong clothes hang overhead, immersing visitors in authentic Asian culture. Food court offers diverse, flavorful dishes alongside fresh produce, making it feel like a trip abroad.

Various bubble teas stand out, especially the lychee boba tea. The tea options include delicious boba tea paired with cakes and desserts.

Various bubble teas come with lychee flavor options and other sweet choices. The boba tea tastes consistently delicious and pairs well with cakes and desserts.

People are saying

"The food here is authentic and flavorful."

"The boba tea here is super delicious."

"I loved the delicious boba tea here."

Good to know

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Parking can be very limited, especially on weekends.

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Hmong Village features a variety of Asian foods and cultural items.

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Not all shops are open during weekdays, but many are.

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Ice cream shop blends cereal into ice cream with unique flavors and fresh handmade pearls. Space offers indoor and outdoor seating in a cozy, trendy atmosphere with calming music and bright neon accents. Customers enjoy a calm vibe suitable for small dates and casual visits.

Rich, flavorful boba tea stands out here, with options like a creamy, refreshing seasonal pumpkin spice tea that is not overly sweet. Customers can also buy half gallons of milk tea to take home.

Boba tea here varies from rich and flavorful to quite mild and watered down. It pairs well with waffles and ice cream for a cool combo.

People are saying

"I thought the brown sugar boba ice cream was amazing."

"I thought the milk tea was rich, strong, and flavorful."

"This boba tea is rich, strong, and flavorful."

Good to know

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They offer a variety of options including boba tea, ice cream, and waffles.

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The prices are high, with two items costing around $20.

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They make their boba pearls fresh by hand.

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Bubble tea store

Bubble tea shop with cute seating and well-done interior offers a wide selection of teas and desserts including customizable sweetness levels. Atmosphere is comfortable and clean but lighting is dim. It stays quiet with few customers, making it suitable for a calm cafรฉ experience.

Milk teas offer a perfect balance of tea flavor and sweetness with a substantive taste that is not too sugary. Varieties like Hokkaido milk tea, Jasmine milk tea, and Black Taro Milk Tea stand out for their distinct and enjoyable flavors.

Offers a wide range of bubble tea options including taro boba tea. The pudding in the bubble tea stands out as a notable feature.

People are saying

"The croissants here are heavenly and beautiful."

"I loved the boba tea here; it's my favorite place."

"The raspberry smoothie was really good and yummy."

Good to know

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The wait time is about 20 minutes during peak hours.

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Cha Yes has a great selection of desserts and bubble tea options.

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Prices are very affordable, making it budget-friendly.

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