50 Best Bubble Tea near Annandale

“Amazing tea, great staff, definitely recommend!“

“Delicious boba—especially the taro milk one! And it's a really cool atmosphere with chill music!“

“Ben Gong's Tea locations are not that common, but they make their mark by producing consistent drinks every time I go.
The cups here are unique and I like their designs. I get their cheese slush or mango sago. While I like Yi Fang's mango sago better, ben gong also has a decent drink.
I always feel like their drinks are never that cold. Perhaps because the cups are a little more insulated?“

“Love this place! Our friends took us here one night and can't get enough of it“

“We love Snocream now back at the Hawaiian bbq in same shopping center where the block was“

“The place is soooo cute with all the panda decorations. The food is good and made fresh, but I was disappointed by having my dumplings served on a paper plate, and my cucumber salad in a plastic container. Dumplings felt a little heavy for my preference. The person working here was very nice and helpful.

I feel like they are missing out a huge opportunity with their food presentation to make it a full panda experience. I liked it and would probably come here if I lived nearby, but wouldn’t go out of my way to come here to eat.

Panda dumplings: 10.98
Fried rice chicken: 12.98
Cucumber salad: 6.98
Strawberry lychee fruit tea with lychee jelly: 6.70“

“definitely best boba in dmv, even the world! we are regulars here (1-3 times a week) and never go to a different place—not even other kung fu tea locations! atmosphere is great—they play cheerful music. staff are welcoming and so so kind. boba is delicious too! chewy, sweet, and refreshing! love this boba place so much i cannot put it in words.“

“We had dinner here for the first time on Thursday night, and it was such a treat. Service was amazing. Cocktails were fabulous. Food was good. And the overall ambience was so lovely. Highly recommend a spicy margarita, ordered less sweet. It was sooo good. Would go back for this drink alone. We would go back for the drinks and service and ambience for sure.“

“My 4-month-old and I absolutely love this place. The ambiance, environment, and design are wonderfully spacious and kid-friendly. The top-notch food and drinks, especially the fresh sugar cane juice, are my personal favorites. My little one would probably agree if he could express it (maybe in a year). Overall, I'd rate this place 9.5/10. The only thing missing is an entertainment center or a selfie/promo spot for young adults, but they more than make up for it with their incredible drink.“

“I’ve been coming to this place for years, and it’s truly one of my go-to spots. I have my own unique drink order Songbo Mountain Tea, no sugar, ice-free, with triple green tea jelly and honestly, only the manager and one other staff member consistently make it exactly right. They never disappoint.

The drinks are always fresh, well-balanced, and made with care. You can tell they really know what they’re doing and pay close attention to detail. The shop itself is always clean, organized, and welcoming, which makes the experience even better.

I love that they remember regular customers and genuinely take pride in what they serve. That kind of consistency is hard to find, and it’s exactly why I keep coming back. Highly recommend if you’re looking for quality drinks and great service.“

“First time here and I loved it! The food brought me straight back to my Vietnamese childhood, real street food flavors like when I was young.

We ordered the hot & sour boneless claws, hot & sour crunch, rice paper salad, and saté rice paper, everything was flavorful, fresh, and so satisfying. The place is cute, clean, and cozy with a very welcoming vibe.

They even have a lucky spin, and I got 15% off my total order, which made the experience extra fun. On top of that, the cashier was a very friendly lady, which made the visit even better.

I’ll definitely be back and highly recommend this spot if you love authentic Vietnamese street food.“

“From the moment you step in, it's like entering a boba paradise. The aroma alone is enough to make your taste buds sing. I always go for their signature Milk Tea with pearls – the tea is perfectly brewed, the milk is creamy, and the pearls are delightfully chewy.

But let's be real, it's the experience that seals the deal. The staff are always super friendly and helpful, even when there's a line out the door. Plus, the customizable sweetness levels mean you can tailor your drink to perfection. Trust me, darling, Gong Cha is not just a tea shop; it's a whole mood.“

“Good service and great staff. My daughter loved her tea.“

“We went to the Haywood Mall grand opening today and absolutely loved the energy!!!! The drinks were soooo delicious and of course I bought a key chain! The boys also played a game and won tumblers🥰“

“I have been wanting to eat at this ramen place for a while and today on 12/29/25 , I finally visited taichi bubble tea and I had their tomato based vegetarian ramen soup and their matcha boba milk tea and it was so flavorful , tasty , filling , and delicious. since I'm vegetarian , I appreciate the fact that staff helped me choose the vegetarian option to avoid eating ramen with meat or fish broth. Taichi bubble tea is now of my favorite ramen places in DC. Thank you for accomodating vegetarians like myself and for providing unique boba drinks too.“

“Nice tea. Good flavors. Friendly staff.“

“This spot is one of the few Vietnamese street snack shops in the DMV area that’s truly owned and operated by Vietnamese staff. I stopped by over the weekend and was pleasantly surprised to find a wide variety of authentic street snacks. I ordered the fried rice cake, and it was delicious—very close to what I remember having in Vietnam years ago.

I had already grabbed a drink before arriving, so I didn’t try their milk tea this time, but it’s definitely on my list for the next visit. The customer service was excellent as everyone I interacted with, especially Kristina, was friendly and welcoming. While the exterior is simple, the inside is bright, clean, and nicely decorated.

I also appreciated their visible support for military personnel, which I don’t often see at Asian restaurants in the U.S. Looking forward to coming back and trying more dishes and their milk tea.“

“For starters, the shop is adorable. I love the Foos ball tables, couches, free arcade games, and even a cute little Paw Patrol game for little kiddos. They also have Readers Digest books out to read! The staff is super friendly and helpful and unlike other tea shops, you can get an extra large. But above all that, the tea is sooo good. They have so many great options, including Vietnamese coffee and coffee milk tea and creme brulee cold foam. This is my new favorite tea shop.“

“Nice and fast service, we’re love it“

“The cold matcha latte was excellent. I ordered it at 50% sweetness with regular ice, and it was perfectly balanced. The shop is small, but the customer service was outstanding; the staff were polite and friendly. The store itself was clean, well-organized, and nicely decorated. The bathroom was exceptionally clean and fresh which was truly a rare find, especially in an Asian shopping market.“

“Omg! Great tea shop! Just stopped in and took a recommendation for the Jasmine milk tea with boba, awesome. Please open one in Colorado, we have a huge demographic for tea. Thanks!“

“Convenient and have self checkout kiosk , waiting a bit sometimes and my orders was messed up with another people order .
After all the bubble tea have good taste and can adjust the sugar levels as per my need . I am buble tea lover and often I get back here to get one .“

“Fun food, good portions, friendly environment“

“Stood in line for 10 plus mins because one obnoxious woman asked about everything single items on the menu trying to figure out what her daughter purchased for her. Instead of calling her daughter this lady went down the list and had two staff guess what her daughter had bought for her. I finally place my order and this lady comes back in line asking questions about the size and price difference for another 10 minutes. I finally got my drink and I’m standing outside and this lady is still at the counter.

The staff here have the highest patience and professionalism. They need a huge raise.“

“This place is unique and a delight to have in pentagon row! They have flavors I’ve never had anywhere before. The staff is friendly and the ice cream is made in house and it’s absolutely wonderful! Good excuse to take a walk to try every flavor! Yummy!!!“

“My favorite boba tea place in town! 🧋😋“

“Thank you for my bonus drink (iced coconut milk) to try tonight. That was kind but not necessary. The Caribbean Breeze was delicious!!“

“Absolutely delicious. The only ice cream store I know of that will split a single. Wonderful customer experience.“

“best bun cha ha noi in town.“

“One of my favorite drink shops! The strawberry tea slush is my number one favorite. I was so happy to receive a lucky Chinese New Year red envelope when I purchased my favorite drink. That was so sweet and thoughtful! Wishing this store lasting success and prosperity forever.“

“As we all know, good pho is judged primarily by the broth. I’ve had better tasting broth and if I could, would give this spot 4.5 stars instead. The broth was missing something. Maybe anise or ginger? Although, excellent value. The bowl was relatively larger than is expected in the area. The slices of beef were tender. Overall, definitely recommend.“

“We go to Whale Tea pretty regularly since it’s opened up. My favorites are the oolong tea with foam and aloe, and my kids like the brown sugar milk teas with pearls. They also really like trying the seasonal drinks and that there’s cake pops and macarons :)

The shop aims to be a third space, to integrate with the community - it’s modern and cozy, excellent bathroom, and whoever selects the music does a good job. I like sitting there and reading around lunchtime, and often there are uni students on their laptops.
For warm weather, there’s a waiting area for dogs with toys and water bowls/jugs. Right now in winter, they’ve put out a dome for outside seating and decorated it with lights :)

I love chatting with the owner and the staffers, and learning a bit about the business and them as people. They don’t mind my adhd kids 😅😝

The only thing I hope they see growth in is figuring out their target market. They started as a clear high-end-tea boba shop, with a taste that is probably more accepted in Rockville than DC (fresh fruit in the tea, tea base that is never oversteeped, excellent boba prep, foam that is salty - all the things i like).

As they are figuring out their business model, the menu has expanded vastly and hasn’t stabilized yet.

I think this business wants more to welcome and love people than it cares about selling a particular food. Once they figure out how to present this consistently as a brand, it’ll be perfect.“

“Look, it's a chain boba place. I don't expect my mind to be blown. It's consistent and what I need when I need it. Their staff seems to be the only inconsistent thing. However whenever I have experienced a rude employee, I don't see them again. So clearly they know when there is a problem and they adjust.“

“I’ve been to Spill the Tea multiple times and it never disappoints. It’s one of those spots you keep going back to because the quality stays consistent every time.

My go-to is always the summer roll—it’s fresh, light, and packed with flavor. You can really tell they use good ingredients, and it hits every time. The drinks are great too, and everything is made pretty quickly even when it’s busy.

Overall, solid place with reliable food and a chill vibe. Definitely worth checking out if you haven’t been yet.“

“Random stop after getting gas in Chantilly and ended up trying KOKKEE for fruit tea and boba. The service alone deserves five stars — the staff was welcoming, patient with questions, and the drinks came out quickly. You can tell they care about the customer experience.

The shop itself is fun and cozy. They have a cute seating area with plush toys, shelves of little collectibles, and a whiteboard where customers leave drawings and notes. It gives the place personality and makes it feel like a spot people actually hang out in, not just grab-and-go.

We tried two drinks: a mango fruit tea and a matcha milk tea. Presentation was great and the cups are adorable (“Hug in a Cup” is a nice touch). The mango fruit tea was refreshing and fruity, especially if you like bright citrus flavors. The matcha milk tea was smooth but a little lighter in matcha flavor than I personally prefer.

Overall:
⭐ 5 stars for service and atmosphere
⭐ 4 stars for the drinks

If you’re in Chantilly and want a quick boba stop with friendly service and a cute vibe, it’s definitely worth checking out.“

“Gong Cha in Arlington never misses. Their Hong Kong milk tea is absolutely out of this world, the passion fruit green tea is extraordinary, and you truly can’t go wrong with the classic pearl black milk tea. The baristas are always friendly and accommodating, and they pack everything really well—perfect for taking your drinks on the go or in the car.“

“excellent offerings. loved it. will be back for the ice cream“

“Nice and fast service, we’re love it“

“We ordered 4 drinks: mango pomelo sago (mine), thai milk tea, brown sugar milk tea, and mango passion green tea. I only had a picture of my drink below. They were out of bubbles that day, but we picked other toppings instead so it was all good. The staff was super nice and friendly; they gave me the super cute cup and straw sleeves! The store was clean and cozy but a bit small.

The drinks were very tasty. I tried my dad’s mango passion green tea, and we both thought it was refreshing. My brother and uncle got the other 2 drinks, and they liked theirs too. For my mango pomelo sago, I ordered cream cheese foam with it, but there wasn’t much so the flavor didn’t come through—I had expected to taste some creaminess and saltiness from the foam. The mango was sweet enough to my liking. It was generally good; I’m just picky when it comes to mango. To sum up, I’d recommend this place and come back!“

“Mmmm very coconut-y and chocolatey 🥥🌴😋“

“One of the best in the area 💯💯“

“My favorite Pad thai with shrimp“

“Gong Cha in Georgetown was overall a pretty standard bubble tea experience—nothing particularly special, but it met expectations. Ordering was convenient with two kiosks available, and the drinks tasted just as expected. The interior didn’t feel especially clean, which was a bit of a downside.

However, the egg waffle was absolutely perfect—crispy and delicious! I’d definitely come back just for the waffle.“

“The Tom Volcano Ramen at TomRamen is a fiery, flavor-packed bowl that lives up to its name. Its rich, chili-forward broth delivers intense heat while still offering deep umami comfort. Springy noodles, tender chashu pork, and a creamy egg balance the spice beautifully. At $16.95, it’s a hearty, satisfying choice for anyone craving bold ramen with a kick. I will be coming back again“

“I always go here for Pho. I like their spring roll, very tasty. The staff is friendly. Their lunch special comes with a drink and spring roll and it is pretty cheap.“

“I’ve been here twice since I was introduced to this place. Both time were good experiences. Customer service is good. I’ve had the matcha red bean slush w/ bubbles & the Oreo slush with bubbles... both were great. & I like their boba bc they are cooked just right. I would recommend people to come.“

“Very cute and cozy spot to grab a drink/treat and hang out, or study and get work done on your own. The ambiance is perfect, with comfortable seating that's appropriately spaced. Love that there are rattan chairs for more comfortable and relaxed seating, as well as regular chairs, benches, and tables for work mode. There are lots of options on the menu.“

“Thank you for my bonus drink (iced coconut milk) to try tonight. That was kind but not necessary. The Caribbean Breeze was delicious!!“

“I absolutely love this place, their crepes are incredible. I’ve had the matcha chocolate truffle and the lychee rose and both were excellent. The crepe itself is so crisp and the fillings are always balanced and not too sweet. My only feedback is I wish they had knives and plates to put the crepe on; I was sharing two with a friend and it was impossible to cut them with plastic forks and try to share. Besides that it’s so delicious and I can’t wait to try more of them!“