50 Best Bubble Tea near La Jolla

“This is a great choice for lunch. They have nice combo meals with food + tea. You do have to upgrade if you want a milk tea with boba but it is worth it (versus a standard tea). They don't ask for tip and they offer a staff discount. I like the crispy chicken or crispy pork steak extra spicy. I would caution that it is easy to forget and get the wrong tea without boba you need to be sure to specify. It would be nice if they asked as I guess most people want the tea with boba.“

“I recently discovered a charming location for boba lovers like myself, and it turned out to be the perfect pit stop on our journey. The place boasts an impressive variety of flavors, aligning well with my dietary preferences. Opting for a dairy-free treat, I chose the piña colada flavor, which was nothing short of delightful - a sweet and creamy concoction that I highly recommend to anyone with a similar taste for tropical flavors.

The ambiance of the boba shop is equally appealing. It's spacious, filled with natural light, and maintained with meticulous cleanliness, creating a very inviting atmosphere. The overall vibe is relaxed and positive, making it a pleasant place to sit back and enjoy your drink.

Moreover, this spot is notably dog-friendly, much like most places in La Jolla, which makes it an ideal stop if you're out with your pet. For those seeking a refreshing start to the day or a healthy snack, this boba shop is a fantastic option, offering not just delectable boba but also an array of healthy food choices.“

“I absolutely love this tea spot. The atmosphere here is full of life and inviting and the customers service here is amazing. Now let’s talk about the matcha — WOWWW!! It’s seriously amazing! Rich, smooth, perfectly balanced… you can tell they use high-quality matcha and take real care in preparing it. It’s easily one of the best I’ve ever had, and I find myself craving it constantly.

One of the coolest things about this place is that they switch out their tea flavors every month, which keeps things exciting and fresh. It’s always a treat to come in and see what new seasonal or creative blends they’ve come up with. I love that they’re always experimenting and keeping their menu dynamic.

If you’re a tea lover (or even just tea-curious), do yourself a favor and check this place out. You won’t regret it! ☺️🧋💖🍵“

“Delicious ice cream milk tea. Inside looks nice. Lots of parking.“

“love this place, bobas. cakes, everything“

“Awesome drinks🥤 ! A beautiful place to meet and enjoy gathering time with friends!“

“Check this place out, lots of great bubble tea options. I personally enjoy the jungle coffee and sea salt coffee flavors with boba or coffee jellies. Wife swears by the avocado smoothie with crystal boba. This is a hidden gem for sure! Support this exceptional business when you get the chance, you will be happy you did!“

“I love their gyokuro sencha!! It is my go-to every time I come down to Convoy. The staff is always so friendly and helpful, and they're pretty fast with making drinks. I was kind of shocked to see another boba store open right next to them, so I try to support them as much as I can 😅“

“I visit this store regularly because their yogurt is always in high quality. I’m especially a fan of the Hawthorne flavor. It’s delicious! The service is always excellent as well. Staffs are friendly and happy to answer any questions you have.“

“Best Boba, the spring roll is delicious other snacks too, I like the service there as well. Strongly recommended to every one to try this location.“

“I love their specialty drinks they currently have!! Even though they’ll be gone soon, I definitely think they’re worth the visit to get a drink at and they are always on point with making their drinks!!“

“reminds me of Taiwan, specifically a typical cafe in Gaoxiong, which is the most comparable place to SD in the US. It's spacious, comfortable (cushion for butts without cushion), family-friendly, pet-friendly, games for kids, a piano: it's basically a day-care center. The decoration is very DIY and neat, which is what really gave me Taiwan vibes. Yellow lights (I don't know why other shops use bright white office lights..) They know how to decorate on a budget. Clean bathroom. Clearly a family business. The owners are from Guangdong, but theyre quite different from the city people. Maybe San Diego slowed them down.. If this is the vibe of SD, I'm def lovin' it!

drinks are pricey, $6+ with boba. Boba isn't free. Standard milk tea is solid, but even at 30% sweetness, it's quite sweet. Egg puff for $5 is cute.

only downside is the location is on a random busy street corner, and you might have to look for parking.“

“Found Yipbee Boba on yelp!

I ordered my usual drink every boba shop I go to:
-passion fruit green tea, boba included for $6.05

Pricing was more normal than other places haha...boba was cooked well. Tea flavor could definitely be a bit stronger.

There is some seating inside.

Easy parking in the plaza.“

“We got a variety of Donuts and some drinks for a pretty good price. Everything was delicious, so we went back in to get some taiyaki. For sure coming back here another time!

I recommend the mango or ube mochi donuts specifically.“

“On my way to Marshalls, I stopped by this locations which had an extensive menu. Initially, I considered the mango pineapple tea, but since it was afternoon and I wanted to avoid caffeine, I opted for the caffeine-free sparkling strawberry lime tea instead. The staff member was helpful in confirming caffeine or not, and the order was prepared quickly. While the tea tasted good, I found the strawberry purée a bit heavy, as I prefer smoother teas without pulp. Next time, I'll choose a tea without purée. Overall, I would recommend this refreshing option.“

“Okay…..So here’s the rub as they say.Great spot. They were very helpful in creating an adventurous drink that I enjoyed. I don’t get boba very often as I’ve found that sometimes it’s not worth the hype, but it was on the better side.I found the staff to be helpful, the establishment was clean, and they had tables outside to enjoy the summer. Overall, I would say it’s best than most spots and I would actually come back.It’s in the corner of a little shopping center though meaning parking is tight.“

“5 🌟 all the way!! delish. The young lady suggested the waffle and she was in point! OMG! The Princess Peach very refreshing. I drank it too fast so I may have to order another to go! it was just that good“

“One of the best and cleanest China hot pot spot in the universe. Promise you won’t get the runs afterwards. Great food selection and a ton of soup base to choose from. Oh and they have the best selection of dipping sauce as well. Must try if you’re visiting the San Diego area. I drove nearly an hour and half in traffic for dinner.“

“DaYung is in the corner of a strip mall, and the parking is really tight. If you can't find any in the lot, you can try for free street parking. The inside is also tight, not much space to wait. There are a couple benches only, no tables.

I made a trip to five different boba shops on Convoy to rank their "boba milk tea". I tried to get the closest to black tea if they had more than one option. I chose 100% sweetness and no ice (to eliminate dilution). Here are my ratings:

1 Camellia: boba milk tea, regular milk $6.38
2 Chakaa: ruby milk tea w brown sugar boba, regular milk $5.75
3 Tan-Cha: celon milk tea w caramel boba, non-dairy milk $7.25
4 Yun Tea House: Monkey King w boba, lactose-free house milk $7.28
5 DaYung: boba milk tea, non-dairy creamer $5.88

[Caveat: I think DaYung made a mistake on the order because it had some ice in the drink when I picked it up. When I tasted it at home, it tasted watered down and completely bland, like there was no sugar. So I think instead of 100% sugar and 0% ice, they gave me 0% sugar and 100% ice.]

My friend called them to let them know of the mistake, and the manager offered to refund the money. That was incredibly nice of them to do so.

In terms of the actual boba balls, DaYung's ranked #4. It was too mushy. There was no chewiness. That's too bad because I remember liking their boba.

They still have week day promos. The current one for every day is anything strawberry.

(also posted on Yelp)“

“The Ube Cheesecake was absolutely delicious! First I thought maybe I was too hungry these morning so I ordered their Basque cheesecake for take away and it wasn`t mistake! It is so tasty with gentle texture and ideal cool temperature for serving! Highly recommended to try!“

“i like boba latte with out tea its so yummy.“

“Aloe vera passion fruit...“

“both their milk teas and fruit teas are fantastic, perhaps my fav in all of SD!!!came with someone, we ordered about 5 drinks and got it in just a few minscashiers were chill and informativelove the red bean milk tea and their orange based fruit teas“

“The best matcha I’ve ever had is right here! Omomo Matcha is out of this world—no matter how many times I go, I always order it! Their signature drink is truly the best. Back when they were only in Irvine, I’d always bring three cups back to SD to enjoy slowly. Now that they’ve opened a shop right by my place, I can go on weekdays when the line is shorter. Too bad online ordering isn’t available yet, so you usually have to wait in line. Sweetness level at 30%-50% is perfect! Fellow matcha lovers, don’t miss this!“

“I'm in Love ❤️
This place is Amazing ? ? ?
As well as the staff ??

Parking: Large parking lot. Plenty of space ?

Kid-friendliness: Impressive menu.
They have something for everyone and anyone..

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes.“

“friendly staffs and so yummylecious“

“This is a very well known place for milk tea fanatics in San Diego. Located at UTC, which is one of the most beautiful shopping mall in the heart of LA Jolla, thus there are so many things to do with friends around, not just drinking boba.However, their drink formula is TOO sweet, even with half sugar adjusted. Parking is only 2 hrs free, and if you want just to go for boba, walking and parking could be a hassle.

Parking: First 2 hrs free“

“Great teas and bubble waffles! Staff is always cheerful and nice, fun atmosphere 😄“

“I just so happen to StumbleUpon the Vivj bubble tea and I must say I absolutely love this place ��my tea was amazing... the decor tho ������������������whenever I’m back in San Diego I will be there!!“

“Every time I’m in SD, we get the best 🧋 flavored green teas 🍵 with boba. Plus they have a card stamping program. And gives military discount.“

“Absolutely loved this place!
Stopped by for a quick break and tried their matcha drink—so smooth, rich, and perfectly balanced. You can really taste the quality of the matcha. The café itself has a cozy vibe, friendly staff, and a clean, relaxing atmosphere. Great spot to unwind or get a little work done. Highly recommend!“

“The drink I got, the papaya mango snowbubble, tasted very good. The boba also wasn’t bad. However, it was very noisy due to the music and background noise and I literally couldn’t hear what the cashier was saying about my order, and she couldn’t hear what I was saying either. My drink came without boba initially so I had to ask for that to be added. Thankfully, they were really nice even though I don’t think I paid for the boba lol

Parking: I came around 4:30 on a Saturday and the parking lot was basically full. The little mall this boba place in located was very busy.“

“Great teas and bubble waffles! Staff is always cheerful and nice, fun atmosphere 😄“

“I have to come here every week....because my wife is addicted to this boba shop...LOL“

“Delicious lunch at Social Thai in Ocean Beach! Just a few minutes’ walk from the beach. We loved the summer melon and Moscow mule cocktails. The pad see ew and Thai ka pow will leave you craving more. Beautiful indoor space and dog-friendly outdoor seating. Quick, friendly service. Highly recommend!“

“My partner and I genuinely get Bopomofo minimum once a week ever since we first tried it. The bala matcha (guava matcha latte) is one of my fav drinks in existence. I really appreciate that they don’t charge extra for oat milk. Also love that they offer vegan food options - the vegetarian (it’s also vegan) popcorn chicken is super good. I hope they add a vegan sauce besides ketchup in the future. Orders can take some time to come out, but ordering online ahead of time always work best for me.

Their customer service is also 10/10. I ordered online from the Artesia location by mistake a few weeks ago. The manager on shift, Suh, promptly connected with the Artesia location to organize a refund for me. They also provided me with their direct contact info in case I had any issues with receiving the refund. I really appreciate the SD staff for still fulfilling my order 10min before close. Thank you to the closing staff on shift on 10/16/2024 :)“

“delicious food and friendly service! I love the soup!“

“Hell Ya! Bobalicious is life! � Thai Tea with Boba all day every day. FiveStars �“

“I've been here several times, each time trying a new drink! This time I got black pearl milk tea which was delicious and very enjoyable to drink. You have to go a few times to try different drinks! There are lots of choices on the menu. The staff are also super patient and friendly.“

“One of my favorite Boba Spots in Convoy.

Make sure you download the app to gain points because there are a few franchises in SD.
You can order ahead, as well as skip the line in store to get your bubble tea on.

Not sure what to get? Any of the top 10 boba drinks are delicious!! My personal favorite is the Pistachio!

It’s pretty small inside, but its instagrammable walls make you want to sit and chat with your friends. There are also food available if you’re hungry!

Vegetarian options: Ask. They have substitutions

Dietary restrictions: Ask. They have substitutions

Kid-friendliness: Something for everyone

Wheelchair accessibility: Ada parking up front and big space for ordering“

“Love ❤️ this place..I drive 25+ miles to go there but there the best in town..“

“Food was good and the spot was really convenient too, the boba was pretty decent and the snow bubbles tastes just like an icey in a good way! The atmosphere was alright it could definitely have some work done but the cashiers were super nice although it did take I little bit to get the boba“

“The banh mi sandwiches are always wonderful and a dollar or two more than a McDonalds burger. Grilled pork and pork belly sandwiches are all I’ve ever had here (in 20 visits). Some day I’ll branch out 😀“

“Delicious..try the milk boba teas!“

“Great meal tonight, love thid place“

“Absolutely DELICIOUS and highly recommend this place. This was my first time going here and I loved it“

“Best seafood boil in San Diego by far. I’ve tried em all. Me personally I don’t like the sauce all chunky and they don’t make their sauce chunky here it’s more liquid based and so good. I’m from the east coast and I’ve been searching high and low for a place that reminds me of the seafood boils from the Maryland/DC area so if you’re looking for the same thing trust me!“

“Love going here! Been going here for years even before their renovations. Service has always been super attentive and the staff are so friendly. Favorite dumpling spot! We love the lamb dumplings. Their lunch specials are such a great deal!“

“This place has plenty of food and drinks to order from. It has screens to self order as well. I was treated a hot royal milk black/green tea, I ordered it unsweetened. It is amazing, I really enjoyed this milk tea and how hot it remained. I also was able to try the hot lavender milk tea unsweetened which was also very good. I am highly looking forward to trying more teas and the food from this place!“

“Customer service is dead, but this place still offers a pretty good product.

Lots of variety and offerings at this place. Slushies, teas, shakes, bowls and fro-yo. Pretty basic spread on offer.

This places stayed fairly busy while I was here. Loss of foot traffic.

The parking in this neighborhood is horrible. Trendy strip of restaurants, bars and eateries. I don’t know where all the people come from, but it’s pretty active and everyone seems to have a good time.“