50 Best Bubble Tea near La Jolla

“Super stoked they finally opened up a boba place in this center. The place is located in a shared unit (same owner I think) as Crispy Burger. Nothing better than a double smashed burger, some salty fries and power that down with an Ice cold boba!“

“i stop by to get a snack here relatively often. fairly quick service + nice selection! even though they mainly do drinks, i actually typically get their food. one of the only spots on campus open later at night so it can be a LIFESAVER 😭😭 please keep it that way !! ton of students r awake and need something to eat at these times, i can’t believe other places on campus close so early“

“I got mango Smoothie with boba. I love it.“

“I LOVE Camellia. You can taste the quality ingredients in their drinks and I have only that had great experiences with the staff.

They have a monthly menu so I find myself making it over there a lot when they have certain flavors. Earl grey milk tea (now a monthly flavor) may be my favorite but the tea-frescas are really good, too“

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

“love this place, bobas. cakes, everything“

“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!“

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

“The place has a pretty good space, a lot of seating compared to other cafes. Parking was pretty easy as well since it’s in a plaza.

Staff overall was nice and helpful but minus 1 star because we got total of 5 drinks and there was only 2 of us. And it threw me off when they weren’t gonna give us a bag or drink carrier and when we asked, the guy was so confused and lost. He gave us a little cup holder that holds 2 drinks💀 Not two of those, just 1. Don’t even wanna bother asking for another one at that point.“

“If I could give this place 100 stars, I would. Where do I even start? The staff at Yomie’s Rice Yogurt have consistently gone above and beyond in assuring my boyfriend and I have the best, top quality, and absolutely most delicious authentic Chinese delicacy of a drink out within a very short amount of time. I plan to have Yomie’s Rice Yogurt catered to all my future birthdays and events. The usual cashier/barista (east asian, usually permed brown hair, and glasses) is incredibly friendly and nice. He always makes our drinks super quick and they’re always filled to the top with our added toppings of choice! He also lets newer customers know about how certain drinks taste and give customers advice on sugar level and drink toppings. They also have an incredibly amazing mural on the wall of hyper realistic white wings— definitely a tourist spot! This is my favorite place ever and a must try in San Diego for the amazing atmosphere, location, and above and beyond staff member. Thank you Yomie again for making Convoy plaza feel like home❤️ I bring all my friends here whenever I am in the area.“

“There were two extremely patient and kind girls working the counter today and they made this place worth talking about. We are from Orlando, FL and we have been itching to find a good Boba spot for the last 4 days. As soon as I walked in, I felt like I already won the lottery. Their churro donut is phenomenal and light, but what really impressed me was when we went off menu and I asked for a taro coconut item. One of the girls said that she likes those two best when they are mixed together in a smoothie and...she did not disappoint. The taro coconut smoothie is better than anything I have tried in Orlando. In addition, I decided to try something new and asked for the pink coconut milk tea (essentially it was strawberry and coconut). Once again, I LOVED the drink. I hope I do come back to San Diego soon and bring family along with me because I loved the atmosphere, employees/customer service, and menu items.

I have a dairy allergy so these two drinks made me feel like there is no other place I would rather be.“

“This boba shop is such a hidden gem! Their tea selection is top-notch, with flavors that are both authentic and rich. You can really tell the owner is a true tea enthusiast who prioritizes quality. I absolutely love their Flower Milk Tea with boba (of course!), and my fiancé is a big fan of the BobaPop Milk Tea. We come here at least once a week—it’s our little treat. Give it a try, you won’t be disappointed!“

“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.“

“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.“

“You can tell a great tea place from the smell of the actual tea leaves when you go in - this places uses the good stuff for sure! Great ordering kiosks and drink options. The only thing about this cafe is the parking situation. That makes it tough to visit but never something I’d ding them a star for.“

“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!!“

“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.“

“HEYTEA Del Mar in San Diego is an absolute gem! The ambiance is modern and inviting, making it the perfect spot to enjoy a refreshing drink. Their signature cheese teas are a unique treat that blend sweet and savory in a way I’ve never experienced before. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, offering recommendations based on your taste preferences. Every sip is a burst of flavor, and I can’t wait to return for more!“

“It was my first time trying this place and I’m so glad I did. I got a Nutella cream coffee with boba and it was the best coffee boba I’ve tried so far. I loved that they had different coffee options. The lady that helped me out was really sweet as well. I also tried their Oreo cheesecake which was delicious. I’ll definitely be coming back again.“

“My favorite dessert & drink place in the town for sure! The vibe is friendly and beautiful, the drinks are great, I can tell they use good and real ingredients. The cake is very light and flavorful. I highly recommend this matcha strawberry 🍓 milk latte and the pork floss cake. You will like here, please give a try.“

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

“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.“

“Not sure what’s taking me so long to write a review for this place, but I’m a regular. This is the place i go a few times a week to get my boba fix. Their boba texture is just about right. You can customize your drink - no ice, less sugar,etc at no extra charge. It’s dangerous for my waistline but worth it. It’s a small shop and there’s not really an area to sit down to hang out. It’s more like an order and go kind place.“

“I loved 🥰 best place more more“

“Aloe vera passion fruit...“

“Love this spot. Teas are very floral and I love the option to sweeten to one’s personal preference. All of their drinks are exceptionally delicious. I personally like the oolong teas because I prefer subtle over the strong, milky taste. I drive 15 minutes to get my boba from this location. It never disappoints.“

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

“Still love this place! OG TapX for me since I was in high school. I will drive from National city just to come here cus it’s remained consistently good. National city location by my place is the worst, their food is not the same. Ansil & Ashley helped me with my order when one of my food items didn’t come out correctly but Ansil made sure I was satisfied and gave me more than I thought. Very thoughtful!
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“I don’t play about this place! I go here allllllll the time with my friends and boyfriend. This is my favorite boba place because the drinks are a good size, amazing taste, their boba tastes so fresh and never too sweet or chewy, and they always make my drinks consistently good. They have an easy rewards system and fast service. I love how they changed their closing time an hour later because it was the only thing I wish was different. But I have tried almost everything and I like it all! My favorites are the uji green milk tea, coco latte, camo thai, and strawberry tornado! I reccommend trying to add foam or oreo to ur drink to make it even better. So glad this place is also in SD.“

“The Yakult drink was delicious—perfectly balanced at half-sugar with a great consistency. While the mini boba was an interesting change of pace, the massive menu definitely warrants a return trip to try the standard pearls.

I tried the Yakult drink and really enjoyed it; asking for half-sugar was the right call, as it was sweet without being overpowering. The texture and consistency were spot on. I opted for the mini boba this time, which provided a different mouthfeel, though I think I still prefer the classic, larger boba. The menu is honestly huge with so many options that I didn't get to try, so I’ll definitely be heading back to UTC to explore the rest of their combinations and stick to the regular pearls next time.“

“friendly staffs and so yummylecious“

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

“I’ve been coming here for a while now, and the service has been consistently amazing since day one. Even as a non-coffee drinker, this is one of my favorite spots because the menu variety is incredible. You can really tell the team is passionate about experimenting, and their seasonal offerings are always creative and keeps things fresh.

Lately, my go-to has been the milk tea. They recently started offering a bottled to-go version, which has honestly been lovely. It’s super convenient to be able to stock up and have it ready in the fridge for later, especially when I can’t make it into the shop. Whether you’re a coffee lover or not, I highly recommend checking them out for the friendly service, atmosphere and most importantly their unique, evolving menu.“

“Yummy drinks at GuilTea Cravings in Clairemont! Nice, chill vibe great for working on the laptop or playing many of the available games with friends. We enjoyed the strawberry matcha bliss, coco-matcha milk tea, and hibiscus strawberry tea. Going to need to try some of the pastries next time. Along with games you can use, there are also some books and children’s books. Very friendly and helpful staff. Recommend!“

“The place was busy so naturally the wait was a little bit longer than usual. We got sat and served in a timely matter and the food was absolutely delicious! This was our second visit and the food hit just as good as the first time. Will be coming back when in the area again.“

“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 😀“

“Love the self order kiosks. These guys have it down to a system. Each of the three kiosks are named A, B and C. Those letters are coupled with a number to form your order number. Loved the Strawberry Smoothie. Wife liked her Peach Green Iced Tea.“

“the wait was pretty fast, got my drink after few mins in after i ordered and the service’s awesome. they asked if i liked it and told us (me & my friends) they prepare the sticky rice and boba early in the morning. their matcha strawberry drink is really tasty and delicious. def would recommend this place to my friends for authentic taste :))“

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

“吃台灣的平民美食，有回家的感覺。“

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

“Wow, Tapioca Express doesn't lie. Their service is super fast! The staff also treated me very friendly. I almost gasped out loud at the affordable price, and the boba I got was squishingly satisfying. Thank you, Tapioca Express! 💜 🚆“

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

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

“Came here for the nori fish sandwich because I saw Philip's TikTok. The fry was perfect and it tasted heavily of nori which I appreciate. It needs a little bit of acidity to cut the fatiness of the fish and sauce. Imagine if the onions were pickled instead then it would be perfect. The smell of the popcorn chicken in the air was all consuming but I was too full to order that one. The sesame milk was so grainy. That's probably expected but at the same time it probably shouldn't be made into a drink. It tastes like the inside of a sesame ball so it tasted like too much after a couple sips. You definitely need to order it as 0% sweetness. The hojicha latte was pretty forgettable.“

“Great meal tonight, love thid place“

“Bon Cha, how I love you so.
Open late to any night owl or Gaslamp worker to enjoy a treat after a long shift.

Our cashier was kind and was very adorable, we appreciated her service. I got to indulge in a lavender matcha, it was amazingly made. My coworkers got different boba drinks and my partner got a chai latte which we all were satisfied with. I also enjoyed the environment, it had a sort of rustic coffee shop aesthetic to it.

I feel some reviews were harshly made and formulated with lack of understanding. We appreciate you Bon Cha, you’re doing great!

Additional comments:

Please be aware this is in downtown San Diego, parking will always be a hassle anywhere you go.

Regarding unhoused individuals, it is not the establishments fault when people in need come in or are around, it happens to/at every establishment in downtown
We personally did not have a problem with this and our visit was quite pleasant.“

“Fried chicken was delicious and fried noodles.“

“The best boba drinks in all the city!!! The staff is super cool too!“

“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“