50 Best Bubble Tea in New York

“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.“

“Best Taro bubble tea in NY & NJ!“

“I love Heytea and this place was great. This time I tried the brown sugar milk boba without the tea since I can’t have caffeine. It was really good. I think the milk was thicker than I expected. I wish I got 25% sugar instead of half but it still tasted good. My friend got the mango coconut boom and she liked it.“

“Maple sugar tea packed w gingerm“

“As a Taiwanese, the bubble tea here is quite authentic. I tried so many bubble tea shops in NY/NJ. N25 Nitro tea is the best one I ever had so far. I like the way how they cook the boba. The bobas are perfectly cooked—not too mushy, not too hard.“

“Trying not to be a gatekeeper is hard when the fruit and tea drinks are so good. So far Ive been getting their ginger teas, lattes, mochi and sesame drinks and they’re fresh non-powder even the persimmons and pear teas, healthy options. They make amazing batches of different filling egg waffle and I haven’t had good one in longest time.“

“Have been coming here pretty frequently the past couple of years and the bubble tea is the best in the area. The owners are extremely kind people and make you feel like you are valued as a customer. Tried Banh Mi here for the first time and it surpassed my expectations.“

“Always look forward to the brandy milk tea in the winter, interesting new flavors every so often, and the cute giveaways!“

“Worker is very kind. Got the large 3Q milk tea and popcorn chicken, only $12. Generous with the popcorn chicken portion and it smells mad good. If you buy a drink, any choice of snack is $4.99 only. Super tasty, definitely check it out. Not expensive like the other boba shops in Chinatown.“

“Love this boba place. Happy that they have a location closer to me now. Tea is always good and pretty too!!. They also have my favorite tapioca pearls. Im very picky with mine since I like mine a certain texture. They have a very soft but still has the chew.“

“This place was quite unique. Serving you a little drink before you order. They were so friendly, bubble drink with taro was so good and comforting. The only thing is that I found it was quite expensive and inside it seems that we're in some kinde factory.
Besides that, go taste it you will no be disappointed.“

“This is my wife’s favorite tea spot in the boroughs, and I do like it as well. We exclusively get the bamboo kiwi oolong tea (with tea jelly) and it hits the spot for a refreshing and unique fruit tea. I’ve heard the other things are good but I can’t bring myself to try them because we keep getting the bamboo kiwi oolong tea

What’s actually crazy tho is that I was there today and got us two teas (you know which kind) and they gave me like a gold seal Statue of Liberty cat. It’s actual gold, it came with a grading I’m not joking. I assume it’s for Lunar New Year, but like this store just gave me gold for free? That’s crazy. They need a second location, preferably in Brooklyn next to my apartment building

*oh actually I do remember trying the rice mochi tea and it was fire I can’t believe I forgot“

“Such a sweet hidden gem in Hell’s Kitchen! Every drink feels thoughtfully made, with clean, vibrant flavors you can really taste. I love that everything is organic and not loaded with chemical sweeteners. Each drink has its own distinct character.

The coffee creations are incredible. The mocha matcha is my favorite, and the spring mango drink is so refreshing and unique.

The best part is the owner. She truly pours her heart into every recipe and always takes the time to recommend something she thinks you will love. You can tell she genuinely wants you to leave happy, and that care really makes the experience special.“

“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.“

“The drinks are really good and well made. I usually get the mango milk tea with cheese foam and mango popping bubbles, and it’s so good!! Their brown sugar milk tea is also really good, probably one of the best I’ve had so far. And their cups are always so pretty with cute designs. Would definitely recommend!“

“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!)“

“Amazing experience at Hawa Smoothies and Bubble Tea! The place is very clean, the staff are friendly and respectful, and the smoothies are fresh and incredibly delicious. One of the best juice spots in the area. Highly recommended, and I will definitely be coming back again!” 😍😍😍😍😍🤍“

“masarap yung chicken nila, and mag eenjoy talaga sa mga claw machine“

“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.“

“it's a great place! the servers are also very nice and accommodating“

“Amazing, fast service with drinks that taste real and high quality. Even their cups are more durable than any other bubble tea/matcha place I have been to. In my personal opinion their mango matcha is the best and it has real pieces of mango in it! Not just the sweet mango syrup.“

“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. 😍“

“I went to Mogee Tea and ordered a brown sugar bubble milk tea, and it was already amazing. Then I accidentally spilled it (totally my fault), but the staff were incredibly kind about it. They immediately helped clean it up and even made me a brand-new drink for free. No attitude, no hesitation—just pure kindness and great service. The boba was 11/10, and the experience somehow made it even better. Truly the best boba spot.“

“Great quick service. Get the passion fruit bubble tea.“

“. Mango Coconut was yummy and came out quickly; boba ate fresh.

. Staff was kind and quickly served.

. Indoor waiting area cannot fit more than 4 at a time, and there are *zero* seats. It's a pickup-only shop, not a shop you can sit down and chat with a friend“

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

“Solid spot for bubble tea in the city near Columbia's campus. On this day, I ordered a frozen matcha drink. Quick and friendly service. Drink was good and satisfied a craving but certainly wasn't the best matcha drink I've had.
Would definitely come back for different drinks.“

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

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

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

“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. 😍“

“Maybe it’s just my taste but I wouldn’t not recommend to try the oolong latte as your first ever unless you tried it and absolutely loved it. Could not finish it 🥲 I wont give them a terrible review based on 1 drink. Just fyi because mindful of what you order ☺️
The shop is nice and they hand out the stuff quite fast so that’s okay.“

“BEST brown sugar boba tea I’ve ever had in my life—and I’ve had a LOT of them. Place was clean and felt contemporary and the staff were very pleasant. The boba balls were absolutely delicious and felt soft and fresh and tender, unlike the hard and somewhat frozen ones other stores and franchises frequent. I’ve come to this place anytime I’m around Astor and they never fail to disappoint. You can also see where they keep their boba, adding to the guaranteed fresh quality. The drink itself is also incredibly yummy and I love the caramelized sugar they add on the top. Great place!“

“great tea, friendly people & atmosphere!“

“I visited FRUIT VANITY on April 22 at 3:20 PM and had a great experience. It’s a wonderful spot for Chinese bubble tea — everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and was beautifully presented.

Nancy took care of me, and she was very friendly, attentive, and helpful. She made great recommendations and prepared everything quickly, creating a really pleasant experience.

The place itself is clean, modern, and cozy. You can tell they pay attention to quality and detail.

Thank you, Nancy, for the excellent service! I will definitely be coming back for more delicious bubble tea.“

“I love the atmosphere more than anything else cozy private good food. The lemonade was absolutely delicious. Will definitely go back.“

“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. 😍“

“Genuinely the highlight of a three day Midtown vacation. We stayed at the hotel across the street and ended up spending more at CoCo than any other restaurant in the city because every single trip outside ended with a cheeky boba tea on the way back.

Good drinks, incredibly friendly staff, couldn't have asked for anything better“

“Our food was outstanding. We ordered takeout and ended up choosing the wrong location. They actually brought our food over to the restaurant we were waiting at despite our error. This was above and beyond and much appreciated. We will definitely go back.“

“Stopped by Juicy Cube after a workout and we ended up trying a bit of everything

• The Sea (tuna sandwich)
• Protein Supreme açaí bowl
• Detox Expert (juice)
• Matcha Muse (juice)
• Protein Perfecto (smoothie)
The Matcha Muse was a standout,the color is vibrant. Both the juice and the smoothie were refreshing and not too sweet. The tuna sandwich was also delicious.“

“Expensive for a place without a bathroom or nice seating, but drinks are delicious. If you don’t care about price, then taste wise is a 5/5 stars. Unique drinks and overwhelming large menu. We got the coconut boom and hojicha latte and both were delicious, I really loved the hojicha latte as it had a very rich flavor similar to melted hojicha ice cream, and it’s not nearly as common of an offering as matcha latte is.“

“Fantastic selection of tea. Very knowledgeable and friendly staff!“

“I tried Kung Fu Tea for the first time today and enjoyed a nice bubble tea.
This location is inside the 38 Food Hall and past 1pm, there was no wait. The hallway is narrow, but there is some seating there and also upstairs.

They have a huge menu with a variety of toppings, so it took me a minute to figure out my order, but decided on my go-to at other bubble tea shops--Milk Tea with Brown Sugar Wow Bubbles. For a medium, it was $6.20+.
It had a bit too much ice for my liking, but with plenty of boba, which was delicious. I'd say it's a solid bubble tea option.“

“Best Chicken Ever!!!! I was so tired from walking around that I saw this chicken shop near me. I went in and ordered this 13$ chicken set with 3 big chicken
drumsticks, salad and French fries. The fries are so crispy on the outside and tastes so delicious. I was supposed to eat it at home but it smells so good that I ate half of the fries and one drumstick right at the spot. The chicken is so crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. It goes well with Korean spicy sauce. Love this place. Will come again! I didn’t get the free boba for this review!!! Writing this review because I actually enjoyed the chicken!“

“The basil popcorn chicken is amazing The honey bubble tea just off the hook gotta go again“

“What a wonderful gem in terms of love for the work and the product. Very small and manageable, you almost walk past, a good friend who lives on 71st Street took me "just there".They knew him there, he was a regular customer and so I was able to enjoy something that went far beyond a normal smoothie... just something really successful and tasty that I would want to order again at any time.Don't ask me what I got there... but it was great and I'm very sure that pretty much everything else you can get there is absolutely worth trying.“

“I love the fact that this bubble tea shop has food their shrimp tempura is so flaky and delicious. The biggest thing is I only like poppable bubble tea and Viva bubble always has poppable. You don't know how many times I went to a bubble tea shop asked poppable they don't have it so I walk out.“

“Love gongcha! I got 0% sugar strawberry milk tea and my husband got 0% sugar taro milk tea. I love their holiday gingerbread bottle seasonal drink. The cutest bottle with amazing taste drinks! Two ladies who worked today were super nice and courteous as well!“

“The taro boba is 🔥 my beast friend and I casually walked from Williamsburg to Tea Art and it was absolutely amazing. I had the Taro, she had the green tea with lychee jelly, both were great with no artificial tastes. Definitely recommend“