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  • 5/5 Lee I. 11 months ago on Google • 140 reviews
    Went to this quaint little place yesterday and didn't even know it existed! everyone should go here! it is so wonderful and feels like old Hollywood circus nostalgia. They also serve the best boba teas!!
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Brohous G. 2 years ago on Google
    ARTISTS AND NEW HIRES BEWARE: The manager Chaz from what I've seen and heard is running the store to the ground. Supposedly, he's taking his employee's tips and even taking money from the featured artist's in the shop. He is also very creepy and makes suggestive comments to his female employees. As a previous review has also mentioned, he's done suggestive things in his office and even touches/makes his female employee's feel uncomfortable. He is very ungrateful and doesn't show any appreciation to his employees, going as far as yelling at them in broad daylight in front of customers. Not to mention they're short staffed, only taking his frustrations out on them more. He also recently installed security cameras and is constantly watching and making comments to his employees, once again making them feel uncomfortable. It's a shame because the shop itself is incredibly laid back, fun, and they serve great Boba drinks here. If this shop was under new management, I'm sure things would be better and more new hires would be inclined to join the amazing staff.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dee B. 5 years ago on Google
    They have really good open mics on Fridays and the drinks are good for the price. If you are an artist you can sell your art here for free and all money made goes to you. So all art you see is currently on sale
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Crick P. 4 years ago on Google
    What a unique place! I love Boba tea and someone had told me to go check this location out. Band stage, lots of independent art being offered on the walls from customers, video games, board games, wonderful and welcoming staff.. I was very impressed! Their cup sealing machine is a great touch as well.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Kimberly C. 1 year ago on Google
    The 2 white girls that worked here during a night shift on Saturday. One with a buzz cut and one with brown hair had attitude when we walked in. Like why are you working there if you don’t like it? Never coming back for sure.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Adrian G. 2 years ago on Google
    The flavor was okay, but it took over an hour to get our drinks!!! I would've left but I paid nearly $10 for a drink that tasted mostly artificial. The atmosphere is chill but the drinks are insanely overpriced. I've also heard rumors that the employees are mistreated here. Please take your business somewhere else
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 The Non Roti M. 2 years ago on Google • 305 reviews
    The lassi version of the drinks are great. Well made. The place has a nice video game world feel to it. Live acts every now and then. The taro tasted great as well. A great place to hang out with friends do your homework and really laze around a bit. The staff is super friendly and helpful. There is also a book swap section.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Brie 1 year ago on Google • 42 reviews
    Great cozy place to hangout or study! Complimentary Wifi! I studied comfortably for a few hours with a Thai boba tea with extra flavors added. Faye was friendly and cool. She explained all of the flavors on the wall and the classics on the board too!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Briana N. 11 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    I got the mango latte boba with peach popping pearls, amazing! My gf got lavender latte boba with almond milk and said it was fantastic “best boba I’ve ever had”. I even tried it and I’m not a big fan of lavender and thought it was good, tasted fresh. They also do karaoke in there, so cute. This will definitely become our new boba place!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Sravan K. 1 year ago on Google
    First time here, and now I’m feeling like missing California boba. Ordered avocado banana boba large. It’s full of ice only, it didn’t taste like avocado or banana not even a 2%. Just the ice only. At least I like the bobas in it. Thank god. The avocado in the avocado boba was fake. I’ll give 3 stars only because the store and walls, local art. I would like to try other bobas but, I’m not sure how they gonna taste like.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lily B. 8 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    I had an incredible experience at this place! The drinks were top-notch, bursting with flavor and creativity. The customer service was impeccable, the staff went above and beyond to ensure a memorable visit. The vibes were absolutely awesome, creating a lively and enjoyable atmosphere. I love that they have so many cool trinkets and you can even play video games. Definitely one of my new favorite boba places!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marco V. 2 months ago on Google • 16 reviews New
    Oh, so delicious! I tried the Charmander flavour with lychee jelly and passion fruit popping pearls, and it's so great! Lady at the register was so nice and atmosphere with comfy couches was amazing. 11/10, would come again! More people should visit and socialize here.

  • 2/5 Caitlin T. 1 month ago on Google • 6 reviews New
    The boba drinks here are all sooo bad. They have a large binder “secret menu” and a million options and favors but somehow they’re still all terrible. I don’t like this place but I still come because it’s a decent place to study and/or sit and read. I tried the Thai tea, banana & coconut, and a bunch of other milk teas. I disliked it every time. There are SO many better boba places around usf, I need to stop being disappointed by this place .

  • 2/5 Ashley H. 1 year ago on Google
    It got 2 stars only because the staff was nice. The avocado in the avocado boba was fake and overly sweet and the boba was was hard/chewy. Definitely won’t be back.

  • 5/5 John C. 2 years ago on Google
    Great laid-back and welcoming atmosphere with walls full of local artist's work. Quiet areas for customers to relax in are like being in your own living room. It's relaxing to kick back on any of the couches and enjoy your drink and/or sweet treat from the display case. It's easy to take your time and enjoy this place! Bring your homework? There's WiFi here, too.

  • 5/5 Cassandra [. 2 years ago on Google
    This is the best boba spot in the state! I have been going here for years for my boba tea and have never been disappointed. We're more than happy to drive almost an hour to visit, its that good!

  • 5/5 Kathy M. 2 years ago on Google
    Loved it here. The feeling you get when you walk in is unlike any other boba shop i have been to. Combines the exotics of Asian bubble tea with the eclectic vibe of a homey coffee shop. The staff is so friendly and spend their time with you to pic from a huge menu. The owner is very nice and willing to do what ever it takes to help you out. I was uncertain about my drink and he was able to suggest many options to help my picky taste buds. I will definitely come back with friends

  • 5/5 Charles J. 1 year ago on Google
    My favourite boba place. Definitely recommend as a hangout spot if you're a USF student. Great vibes, good food and drink.

  • 5/5 Renee M. 2 years ago on Google
    The Boba House is a wonderfully unique experience. Every drink or dessert I have tried has been delicious! It is a place to go to hang out and if you need caffeine it's an excellent choice. Love the eclectic style and all the local artwork displayed.

  • 5/5 Izzy W. 1 year ago on Google
    This place was really awesome, and they sell art here! Drinks were so good and atmosphere was great. Would for sure go here again.

  • 4/5 Ariana S. 1 year ago on Google
    Friendly staff, I’ve tried both their taro and Thai milk tea which are my favorite/go-tos to get from boba places and I felt they were lacking in flavor but not terrible. There’s still a lot on their menu I have to try though!

  • 5/5 Kane B. 2 years ago on Google
    Have been coming here for years. I miss the open mic nights but good news, I hear they may be returning. I am never disappointed when i come here. So many drinks to choose from and the staff and owner put a lot of work into making everyone welcome even if its your first time. A weekly stop for me.

  • 5/5 riley 3 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    i have never left a review, but let me tell you about this place!! starting with the atmosphere, it felt so homey and a place where you will make memories especially on friday nights with the open mic. the walls are full of art from local artists. this place is very unique and i felt comfort walking in. the workers are very helpful and patient and have done an amazing job. i look forward to coming here again and will definitely recommend!! i also decided to try something new which was the green tea with boba. and i look forward to trying the many flavor combinations they have :)


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  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Solo dining
    • ✓️ Good for working on laptop
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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