Bubble Tea near Palisades Park

“Favorite place to get boba - especially for my lactose intolerant guys+girlies because Boba Land makes my order with almond milk and I order the same thing every time. It hits EVERY TIME. *** I already had some huge sips before doing this review / taking this photo lolllllll sorry“

“Appreciation post😃 Since 4 days my freshly turned teenage daughter has been saying one thing when I ask her what you want to do on New Year’s Eve …” I want to have kudos bubble tea as the last thing I drink in 2022”. It’s been a tough few months for her and i wanted to make sure she gets her wish. So yesterday morning I called kudos. Asked when they will close for the day. They said 10pm. We scheduled all our plans in such a way that at 9pm we go and get the much anticipated bubble tea. At 9 my husband, son and daughter headed out to kudos… only to find that they have closed at 7 for a private event. This is my back story. On the other side of the story… which probably has its own back story… Cherie the owner had shut the bakery as her daughter wanted to celebrate with her friends and family. As a mother myself I can totally understand that. When she saw my family she informed them that they are closed. But when she heard we had called in morning and saw my daughters dejected face… she opened her doors. Made a quick bubble tea and even gave some extra cookies as a New Years treat. My kids came back so happy saying “mommy it was a holiday miracle!” Thank you Kudo Society Cafe. For providing us one last 2022 miracle. Thank you Cherie for understanding. We have been Kudos patrons since it was at palisades park but now we are die hard advocating neighbors of yours. Ps: pic of the cookie treat. My son ate the red velvet on way home.“

“Gong cha is located on the Broad St of palisade park area. Very convenient location. Street parking.

Some tables inside but mostly are take outs. Their drinks are very consistent. Boba is well prepared, sweet with great texture. We had Thai milk tea + boba, dirty brown sugar + boba and oolong + boba. I suggest 30%-50% sugar.

My daughter got a boba tea keychain. Cute merchandise for kids.“

“Edit: Thank you for the reply. I visited the shop again on a Sunday afternoon and I was positively surprised by the rapidity of the service (less than 10 minutes wait). The drinks were very good and tasty too.

Good menu choice, however I have been here twice and both times I waited an unacceptable long time (40+ minutes) for a single simple drink. The pick up process is unstructured and unreliable. What's the point in waiting if you cannot even receive your drink. Strongly not recommended.“

“Best Taro bubble tea in NY & NJ!“

“Delicious place first tome going today and I really liked it the pineapple green tea Nata jelly was super good. I’ll be going back for more.“

“First, the owners that run this place are so friendly and go out of their way to make you feel welcome. I ordered a noodle bowl with marinated tofu and veggies, it was fresh and flavorful. I will definitely be back soon, I got my eye on them baos..“

“I’ve been wanting to come here for the past 2 months here. Last night, finally I was able to come. I am shocked that they’ve been in business for more than a year and I just found them now?Being an avid bubble tea lover along with my kids, I can’t say enough good things about this place. It is a hidden gem in the heart of JSQ. The owner is very down to earth and a people person. You won’t step out of that place without a smile. She will make your drink according to your preference. You can make as many adjustments as you’d like and she will do it with a smile.

We ordered 2 Oreo shakes and a latte bubble tea. I ordered them in M size, but she gave me in L size? and still charged me for M. My kids loved their Oreo shakes and I very much enjoyed my latte. I can’t wait to go back and try the other bubble tea flavors and the waffles and crepes.

I pray that their business thrives and expands!“

“This is a hidden gem in the Lower East Side. They make pretty good boba but I want to talk about the interior. The nostalgia in here is amazing. Everything looks like it was personally selected. The the curation of this place is sick. I got the Grapefruit Delight. I was skeptical of trying it because I thought it would be tart but it was actually smooth. No tartness at all. With amount of lychee. Not to discredit how good the boba but this spot is fire to me and I would just chill in here if I could. Whoever did the decor needs a raise lol. Shout out to my guy Kenny great service and hospitality.“

“Maple sugar tea packed w gingerm“

“Really nice blend of foam, sugar, and taro—meaning that none was overwhelming but refreshing in a way that’s rare for a flavor this intense. Love the pleasing colors and most importantly, the smooth as cream texture of the slushie drink. Would definitely recommend and I’m planning on getting the matcha flavor next time!“

“This quick service take out vibe delivers up tasty treats.

We strolled in for a tumbling trio, Taiwan popcorn chicken, Lu ro fan, shoestring fries and pickled lotus root.

Upon delivery we are delighted with our order. Everyone was delighted. Atmosphere is low bc it is take out but clean and water ready.

With 2 kids 4 adults this was a nice stop on our afternoon pre-game adventure in Long Island City.“

“Walked in with my 19 year old son and was and greeted with friendly and pleasant conversation. Regular bubble tea and crushed lime green tea was great. Very friendly female working there. Gave recommendations of things to try next time and spoke with my son about the asian version of "Lays" snacks that they're selling in the store. Good vibe estabishment and I wish em the best.“

“We were first timer’s today… the girl that help us was so sweet and kind! The service was excellent! My son loved the brown sugar milk with bubbles!“

“The quality here is great, with flavors that cater to every tastebud. Each ingredient, from the fresh fruits selected to the freshly brewed coffee and tea, shows the attention to detail, which truly sets this place apart. They use real taro, mango, persimmon, watermelon..etc for the drinks, a rare find! Sugar level and other modifications can be easily made.

I highly recommend trying their seasonal specialties, which rotate regularly to showcase the freshest ingredients. And of course, the classic flavors are always a hit. Even your furry friends will love it, making this a must-visit spot in JC! Very accessible and right next to the Path

Kid-friendliness: Super kid friendly located in a safe, and not crowded plaza for families to enjoy the drinks.

Wheelchair accessibility: Plenty of ramps for wheel chair to access the store.“

“Delicious place first tome going today and I really liked it the pineapple green tea Nata jelly was super good. I’ll be going back for more.“

“It's possible that I was just hot and thirsty, but I swear to god, this was the best eight dollar frozen grapefruit drink I've ever had the pleasure of drinking. i got mine thirty percent sweet and added aloe. is it expensive as all get out? yes. would I go back? also yes.“

“they workers are super sweet!! great costumer service“

“Really solid spot.Service was super friendly, which made the experience even better. The barista was polite and just had good energy nothing over the top, just a nice vibe that made me want to stay a little longer.

The space is clean, bright, and good for studying or just taking a break. Overall, definitely worth the stop if you're in the area and want something better than your usual chain coffee.“

“I came across this boba tea shop on a Thursday evening after a friend recommended. It had a few indoor seats so I was able to order my drinks and chat with friends for awhile. I ordered the classic bubble milk tea with 25% sugar and it was just sweet enough (but not too sweet)! This was honestly so yummy and the boba was super soft. It's one of the best bobas I've had in awhile in NYC and reminds me of the ones I've had in China. I honestly preferred this over Kung Fu tea which is right across the street. Not to mention, my drink was under $5 which is way more affordable than other tea shops. I was craving this so much that I had to come back the next day to try their popcorn chicken as well. To my surprise, their popcorn chicken is also delicious. It's has a crispy crunch and the chicken is tender and well seasoned. It also came with a spicy chili sauce on the side. Overall, I highly recommend to stop by for a quick drink and snack! Now I'm craving more boba!“

“I patronized this place for the first time today and this was purely by happenstance. I was delighted with the service and the cleanliness of the place, it was refreshing to actually find a place that looked clean and served quality cold beverages. The majority of businesses in that general area, with similar products are of a lower quality, and just did not seem appealing to me, to finally find a place like this little nook was a relief! The servers are young and eager to deliver and very pleasant as well. This place is clean and offers quality food, and service and the prices are affordable too. Please give them a try.“

“I loved the service it was so clean they are so creative and the boba is so good it is delicious“

“So happy this place opened! Overall friendly service and nice selection of drinks and snacks. The waffles are delicious. My daughter and I usually get the fruit teas. My mom always order their taro bubble tea. Their classic milk tea and brown sugar milk tea are always good. I’m glad they offer oat milk.“

“Amazing Fresh Onigari (rice balls) & delicious teas! (Cold, Hot, Bubble, No-Bubble) Support a local Mom & Pop shop & get fresh tasty food & drinks — win win win!!! (The line outside moves, one customer/group inside at a time due to COVID, & everything is made fresh to order — your patience will be rewarded!)“

“Love coming here for bubble tea! Some of the best I’ve had in lower Manhattan. Service is quick and friendly too. Only a couple of barstools for seating so it’s more of an in-and-out kind of place. Their drinks tend to be on the sweeter end but if you let them know to make it half sweet then they turn out perfect for me.“

“Amazing Drinks To Get And So Many Delicious Food Options. You Can Also Play Arcade Games To Win Prizes.“

“Delicious bubble tea and they have tables & chairs to sit down :) We were in town, tired from walking all day, and craving bubble tea. Their boba is beautifully cooked and easy to chew. Lots of flavor and topping options and you can customize ice and sweetness. Bonus: dairy-free milk alternatives. The staff were friendly and helpful. You can order online ahead of time, at a kiosk, or with an actual person. We’ll be back!“

“Got their Brown Sugar Oolong Tea with Signature Cream and Brown Sugar Earl Grey Milk Tea with Signature Cream to go. I always appreciate free milk substitutions (lactose intolerance is a lifestyle at this point). I really liked how pronounced the tea flavors were and it wasn't too sweet at the regular sugar levels either. The prices are on the lower end compared to other bubble tea spots in this area.“

“Great takoyaki. And tried the Gemini tea. Soooo good! A must and will definitely come back again.

Kid-friendliness: It's fun for kids to sit by their little bar stools. Although tight space, design wise it ok. My son loved the Gemini tea as well, less sugar with jelly.“

“Good services with big smile 😊 Mr. Buncha bubble tea 💕good drink that we highly recommended 💕“

“Went to gong cha for the first time ever and I got a mango milk slushee with mango pearls and it was absolutely fantastic. I also got a strawberry milk tea with pearls which was ok I personally didn’t like it but the slushee was just amazing. The person working was an absolute sweetheart ?.“

“Okay, guys, I honestly didn’t expect it — the drinks here are AMAZING. I randomly spotted this place because it’s pretty easy to miss if you’re not paying attention, but wow, the drinks blew me away! And the cherry on top? The cutest dog ever — such a sweet little creature. I literally keep coming back. Big John is now my best friend — super friendly and always makes me the most delicious boba ever! Shout out to Big John, the best staff member!“

“I was pleasantly surprised by the drinks that this place has. I came in with low expectations and was found myself enjoying the drinks here a lot. It doesn’t have the fake artificial taste that we’ve grown accustomed to, and the latte was also amazing. Fries are made fresh to order and require you to wait a few minutes, but it comes out piping hot and you will burn your mouth if you eat it right away. It has amazing crisp and the Cajun has good spice to it.“

“Low key one of my favorite (if not favorite outright) bubble tea places in the entire city. The service is great, the prices are reasonable (bubble tea is so expensive these days), and it just has a nice casual vibe. It's never too packed or rowdy. And most importantly, the bubble tea is always great.

My go-to here is the peach oolong with tea jelly and it never disappoints. The peach flavoring isn't overly artificial or cloyingly sweet like it can be at other places. It's really good!

Location is really nice as well, you can take your tea to go and chill in Washington Square Park nearby. Makes for a great afternoon or evening.“

“You love the place very very professional very service very clean. You love it.“

“It doesn’t get better this Boba is on top local and amazing. Service is amazing. Workers are very kind and I just overall love this place so much. They have a little upstairs area to drink with an amazing view of the street. It’s just a beautiful store and amazing service I would give it 1 million out of 10 if I could“

“Muy delicioso 😋 me encantaría que esté en mi país Ecuador“

“I got to know about this brand of pearl milk tea from the sharing of Taiwan YouTubers, I never thought I could enjoy it in New York. A Taiwanese friend of mine told me that she is a bubble tea lover. After trying it, I fell in love with it. 😍“

“Love their bobas and their prices are very reasonable. Their staff is friendly as well. If you don’t like your drinks too sweet like me, I’d recommend 50%. The regular (70%) was too sweet for me.
Both drinks were absolutely excellent! Taro tasted like cookies and cream lolll“

“Delicious place first tome going today and I really liked it the pineapple green tea Nata jelly was super good. I’ll be going back for more.“

“Tea Makers is a cute walk up shop selling delicious bubble tea! The K-Town location is really easy to find. loved the little bear cup the drinks came in. I would definitely recommend the matcha slushie with Oreo topping. I also like that you can customize the sugar level. My fiend and I loved collabing with this cafe and I would definitely recommend picking up a boba here and exploring ktown. So aesthetic!“

“Have a chat with Santa he is a treat ! 🥰“

“the bubble tea is amazing and they are really nice.“

“Muy delicioso 😋 me encantaría que esté en mi país Ecuador“

“great neighborhood tea/boba place.“

“The BEST bubble tea!!! Love love love!!! ❤️❤️❤️“

“My friends who live in Astoria took us (me & my cousin & her son) to this boba place. I had Brown Sugar Milk Tea w/ black pearl, and boy, I loved it esp the soft, chewy pearl! I highly recommend it!

PS: service could improve though. I guess the girl who served us had a long day already - she had this poker face and dealt with us like she wasn’t feeling well.“

“Fresh and homemade Chinese food. An amazing cheff, cooking with passion and love. Highly recommended 💯“

“Wanpo Tea Shop is hands-down our favorite boba spot in NYC! Every visit is a delight, with their authentic Taiwanese bubble tea stealing the show. The Wanpo Milk Tea is a perfect balance of rich, aromatic tea and creamy goodness, with chewy boba that’s always just right. We also love the Oolong Milk Tea for its smooth, floral notes. The portions are generous—half the cup is filled with those delightful pearls!

The service is quick and friendly, and the self-ordering kiosk makes the process a breeze. The cozy, traditional vibe adds to the charm, making it a great grab-and-go spot near Washington Square Park. Whether you’re a boba fanatic or a first-timer, Wanpo’s quality and authenticity make it a must-visit. We keep coming back for more!“

“Amazing place, owned by amazing people. I have been coming here for years. The bubble tea is the best I have ever had. Try their lychee fruit tea and their mango fruit tea. It’s fresh and yum. They just started catering as well! Needless to say highly highly recommend! Nothing but good things to say!!!“