The Yummiest Bubble Tea in Honolulu

Fooki

★★★★☆ 4.4 (718) • $$

"Celebrated Lunar New Year here, so it's only right to update my review--especially since I've tried some new dishes that I need to rave about.I've dined in a few times now and love the ambiance. It's got a cool, modern vibe that makes it a great spot for a casual dinner or a fun date night. Pro tip: If there's a wait, scan the QR code outside to join the list. They'll text you when your table is ready, and you can even check your place in line.From now on, I'm ALWAYS ordering the Boom Boom Chicken. Crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor. The sauce? That perfect tangy kick that had me wiping the sauce clean.The Mala Wonton Noodle was my boyfriend's lunar new year pick. Those shrimp and pork wontons are delicious but definitely require some chopstick finesse--no shame in the spoon scoop game! The noodles? Absolute perfection--chewy and bouncy! Next time, I'm adding black vinegar for an extra layer of flavor.And I still stand by my previous picks:Grandpa Rolling Beef - Tender braised beef shanks, crisp cucumber, and cabbage wrapped in a flaky scallion pancake, all drizzled with sake hoisin sauce and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.Mala Wonton - A plateful of shrimp, pork, and water chestnut wontons with crunchy taro chips and cabbage, drenched in that addicting Fooki mala sauce & chili oil combo.Seafood Laksa - A rich, creamy curry coconut broth with wheat noodles, fish fillet, mussels, and a Fooki shrimp cake, brightened up with lime, mint, and kaffir lime."

Coffee or Tea?

★★★★☆ 3.6 (825) • $$

"Had the frozen coffee frappe. It was good. My friend had some boba . This lady is fast ! In a couple of minutes she made four drinks. My friend paid I took some pictures and the drinks were done."

The Alley

★★★★☆ 4 (597) • $$

"I'm still giving this place 5 stars. Drinks are always good no matter what you order. Today my friend and I walked in when it wasn't so busy. Good timing. The lady at the register was nice And efficient. We didn't wait too long for our drinks. They have the top 5 drinks listed. I decided to get the strawberry green iced tea with half sugars And it had jelly and pieces of strawberries. So good and refreshing. Highly recommend."

Mr Tea Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.1 (496) • $$

"The uji matcha latte with oat milk is really good. First time I've seen uji matcha in a latte form. I got 25% sweet with boba and it was perfect and even sweetness for me. The staff were also friendly and helpful. There are games and books on the wall that you can use when you're at the cafe. Would come again to try other drinks!"

Coffee or Tea?

★★★★☆ 4.2 (419) • $$

"The ube float is amazing! Would definitely order again, and the price was not too bad considering you get scoops of ube ice cream in the drink. Lots of drink options on the menu in this small shop with limited seating. Service was nice. Big shared private parking lot with other businesses in the strip mall. Located makai of Pearlridge."

Thanh French Coffee & Bubble Tea

★★★★★ 4.5 (258) • $

"Starting my next review after #200, I thought I would review a small business that I frequent quite often!! Yes, a lot of businesses including this one in Maunakea Marketplace have been affected due to the pandemic; and now thanks to the recent economic crisis. They may not be open daily, but when they are, please stop by!!These smoothies ranges with a variety of exotic flavors which displays the creativity of Chinatown. Sure, you can get your regular banana, blueberry, or strawberry; BUT if you are feeling adventurous...they have a good assortment of fruits which I suggest you try. Personally, I like to step out of my comfort zone, and get something new: jackfruit, soursop, or even a blend of tropical fruits such as: a pineapple and mango smoothie!! Of course, you cannot go wrong with some boba (tapioca) in there as well!! Some people are not fans, but hey, whatever floats your boat. The wife says: "Really yummy smoothies! Once, they let us know that the taro smoothie would be powdered taro, not real fruit. Love that its fresh and reasonably priced. We tried a few combinations; cashier also suggested a few drinks to us."So not everything is REAL FRUIT, but it doesn't hurt to ask. I support small businesses, and I hope they stay around for a long time. God bless y'all; and I hope to be writing more reviews as both time and my health permits."

85°C Bakery Cafe-Ala Moana

★★★★☆ 4.1 (292) • $$

"We came here for dessert yesterday night after dinner at Liliha Bakery. We shared a mango coconut smoothie $6.35 and a piece of mango brûlée cake slice $4.75.I haven't been here in a while and had forgotten how good this place is. My hubby actually recommended we come here for dessert and I agreed. I'm so glad we came. The mango coconut smoothie was perfect. It was a 10 out of 10, one of the best mangoes smoothies ever. It was smooth, creamy and not too sweet. Of course the slice of mango cake was good as well. If I had to pick one, I'd definitely order the smoothie again."

Tea Home - Kaneohe

★★★★☆ 4.2 (267) • $$

"My favorite boba place on the island! Their boba is consistently a great texture with a sweetness that compliments any drink you get. I always get a milk tea and because the boba is sweet I can get a lower sweetness level which is nice so I can also enjoy the flavor of the tea. If you are wanting a tasty and sweet smoothie I would highly recommend a taro coconut.If you are watching something refreshing but a bit tart I would recommend a kumquat lemonade in either juice or smoothie form."

Sun Tea Mix

★★★★☆ 4.4 (242) • $$

"First found out about Sun Tea Mix from a Yelp Elite Event. Everything is still as good as it was back at the YEE. Great interior. A bright and minimalist space with comfy chairs and great vibes. Service is fast and friendly. Soufflé pancakes take about 10 minutes to prepare.Strawberry Smoothie with Cheese Foam - Bursting with fresh strawberries. Really good!Mango Charm - Fresh mango, grapefruit, crystal boba and mango milkshake. Delicious!Brown Sugar Boba Soufflé Pancake - Fluffy perfection!Strawberry Soufflé Pancake - So flavorful! Eggy and so much jiggle!A wonderful space to visit or stay and do your work. Free Wi-Fi. Validated parking at 400 Keawe Street. Same parking as H Mart Kaka'ako. Highly recommended"

Domo Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.4 (240) • $$

"It's been several years now since I don't work in the heart of Chinatown anymore. However, I still visit the area weekly and keep up with the businesses. Recently, I needed to pick up some food to bring over to my sister's place as her niece and family were coming to town from SoCal for a short visit. I wanted to get something local and to suit their palate so when advised they like sushi, I had my work cut out - - I'll get a sushi platter. I wanted something different from what I often see at get togethers, as well as supporting small businesses. I then recall Domo Café (DC) in Chinatown and glanced at their menu online. Party Tray #5 (Nigiri and Sashimi Trio) got my attention, and the decision was made. On one of my nights off, I trekked to Chinatown after work and scored street parking on Maunakea. DC is not what I remembered it to be - the doors were open and there were dining tables on both sides filled with customers eating. But then again, this was pre-COVID. This time, I noticed a neon "OPEN" sign with their doors closed and an unused sushi chef's counter on the right just as you enter. I had already decided what to order and it was good to see Queenie again. She recognized me and I advised her I needed a party tray for a potluck attended by 6 adults and 2 children. I placed my order for Party Tray #5 and received my receipt/confirmation via text.On the date of the event, I once again scored street parking on Maunakea and as I entered DC, I saw my party tray on the counter ready to go. They also provided a bag of pickled ginger and soy sauce packets. When I arrived at my sister's house, I opened the tray and it was colorful and nicely arranged. At first, I mistook the lemon slices as egg (tamago nigiri) and it brought a nice color contrast to the arrangement.Family members were all waiting for the sushi as after we took turns taking photos, they dug in and the nigiri and sashimi disappeared at a fast rate. Of what I sampled from the party tray, the hamachi nigiri exceeded my expectations. It was fresh and sliced at a thickness where I could appreciate the protein and was satisfied. To allow my guests enjoy, I decided to not eat any more from the party tray and ate potstickers instead.Overall, I am very pleased with the party tray from DC and wouldn't hesitate to order from them again. They do have a large selection and venture to their other options.NOTE: Maunakea Municipal Parking lot adjacent to DC and they allow a 15min grace period. Preorder your food for a quick pick-up."

Teapresso Bar - Keeaumoku

★★★★☆ 4.3 (226) • $$

"Spiling the tea on this location...Love it when you can just drive up right beside the door for some tea, and that's what this location offers considering they're right in the midst of busy Ke'eaumoku in the complex formerly occupied by Like Like as the nostalgic sign still stands proud on the corner of Ke'eaumoku and Kanunu Street and that's where you know you're there just pull in the driveway and it will be on your left.I do love their quite roomy space which it didn't really expect though with all that room they don't have much seating but are happy to have few available, the decor is quite on the simple side having more of their logo cups on the back wall shelves to fill up the space as there's no wall art like you see at other location...though their cups here are quite different from most places as they have that venti cups we're familiar at other competitors, but it's their frosted can glass ware that's stunning on that clearly expresses some Hawaiian vibe with the floral print the other with a surfing bunny which I do love both...wondering how I'd look with a full glass of freshly brewed tea.Speaking of tea it was the usual Pink Dragon Hibiscus that's my current obsession and it has all the yummies of it all with coconut milk and it's sure pretty I must say lol...cheers!Thank you!"

Infinitea

★★★★☆ 3.6 (316) • $$

"Born and raised on the West Side of Oʻahu, Infinitea is always a must whenever I visit home. Pro tip: Ka Makana Aliʻi is a great spot to grab a meal when you're out on the West Side. Grab a meal out at Moani or Foodland and come on over to Infinitea to cap it all off. My brother and I dropped by on New Year's Day, so shout out to the New Year's Day crew for providing fast, friendly service, especially on a day when a lot of shops were closed to celebrate the holiday. I ordered the Cookie Monster drink with boba and it was its usual fantastic self. Perfect for someone with a sweet tooth. It's not really a sit down spot directly inside as it's really more of an order, grab then go kind of shop. But overall, the energy/ambiance was solid. There's ample seating outside in the food court seating area. Plus, when you're in Hawai'i, boba is best enjoyed outside under the canopy shade as the trade winds cool you off along with the sweet (but not too sweet) boba drink from Infinitea. If you haven't had it yet, you'll be a believer- try the Cookie Monster, Ube Oreo or Matcha Oreo smoothies with boba - or all three and thank me later!"

Teapresso Bar

★★★★☆ 4.3 (218) • $

"I came here with a good friend and she treated me. I got a large lychee green iced twitch boba with 50 percent sugar. This drink was on point and delicious. They also sell Hello kitty stuff like stuffed animals and lens and stationary. Pretty cute. The guys working here were nice. Tables inside to enjoy your drinks.A nail place is attached to the back and to the right of of the place inside. Parking is literally up front. Not too bad for a Saturday afternoon. I would definitely come back to try other flavors.."

Cooke Street Market

★★★★★ 4.6 (186) • $$

"What a cute place to enjoy some great drinks or lunch! We decided to order some drinks and poke bowls to go. By the time we sat down to eat it, we were beyond hungry. The first bite was to die for. So flavorful and fresh! We all enjoyed it and will definitely be back. Service was good. Nothing special but they got the job done. Great ambiance for having lunch with friends too."

Teapresso Bar

★★★★☆ 4.2 (223) • $

"Located on Waialae Avenue, it's easy to get your boba fix when you're in the area. Easy parking in the private lot. They're really quick and very friendly.Strawberry milk with boba and strawberry popping boba"

Drincup Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.4 (202) • $

"Parking is free on Sundays! This is located at Kapi'olani by the bed mart Or gyukaku building... - very cute place - I ordered the brown sugar boba which was really good.. service was fast."

Double Three

★★★★☆ 4.4 (177) • $$

"So before I start, quick overview of how I rate places. -3 Stars = It's good, glad I came but I probably wouldn't come back nor would I crave it or recommend it - 4 Stars = it's good and if I'm in the area, I will definitely come back. But I wouldn't go out of my way for it and I would recommend to someone if they are already in the area.- 5 stars = really good and I would probably drive over 30min just to get some more. Highly recommend other people try.Dessert is always tough cause it's hard to ruin plus you usually try it after you ate and are already full. This was the case here. And I was with a good friend so I was already in a good mood. Seating is a small area. Maybe seats like 10 people. And service was quick (it wasn't busy). Ice cream was good. Not sure I would specially come out here for it nor would I swing by if I was in the area, but recommend people try it if they have a sweet tooth."

Meet Fresh

★★★★☆ 3.9 (217) • $$

"Nice spot to come and grab dessert after church. Stopped in this afternoon due to a recommendation from our church friends and it was great! The medium sized Strawberry Milk Shaved Ice was a perfect portion for my wife and I. It was even better because our little one just ate all the fresh strawberries out of it. If you're a fan of ice cream, I definitely recommend asking for a scoop or two to be put on the bottom as well. The ice cream definitely goes well with the shaved ice. Although a bit pricey, this place has definitely been added to our list for dessert and we will be back soon!"

Top Tea + Espresso

★★★★★ 4.5 (156) • $

"Located around the corner of Times this unassuming shop is my boyfriend's favorite place to get an iced americano. They offer a variety of drinks and desserts and have a few tables inside where you can sit and enjoy their offerings. We're always greeted with a smile and enjoy their service even if it's brief. On our last visit we got to try their egg tarts, they were freshly baked so we tried our best to let them cool before sinking our teeth in them and they were so yummy. Not too sweet & the crust was light & flaky, just how we like them. They participate in Five Stars so make sure you always put your number in to rack up those rewards!"

QQ Tea House

★★★★★ 4.5 (156) • $$

"A Hidden Gem in Honolulu. If you want some of the best vegan food in Honolulu, award worthy tea, kind customer service (Rosa is AMAZING), and a quaint quiet atmosphere come to QQ tea. I love all of the flavors of green tea and the sweet and sour vegan ribs were INCREDIBLE! Go now don't wait!"

Fortune Tea

★★★★★ 4.6 (141)

"One of my favorite cafe fast service and price wise a little bit expensive but good i will recommend!"

Jolene's By The Bay - Kaneohe

★★★★☆ 4.1 (164) • $$

"The patio area was under construction and was noisy with that plus music and lots of big screens on at once. Someday soon it will be a great place to have tasty food and a calming view in a casual setting with attentive servers. Although I'd read reviews saying the prices were high , we found that the sandwiches were huge and served on delicious brioche buns. I had the chicken sandwich and my husband had brisket."

Yomie’s Rice X Yogurt

★★★★☆ 4.1 (163) • $$

"Craving something fresh and delicious? Ditch the ordinary and dive into Yomei' house-made yogurt drinks and smoothies! Creamy, refreshing, and way healthier than your usual boba fix - this is the sip you've been waiting for. They use only Real Fruit, and as much local fruit when in season. They also make their own yogurt from scratch...Ready to taste the difference? So good I brought my son here to treat him for his birthday... a perfect treat for your family They are so nice and the service is friendly... they even had a wheel you can spin for free prizes...From the perfect boba pop,to creamy smoothies and fresh yogurt delights - they have your cravings covered!They are located ground floor of alamoana shopping center, on the makai side. Just go out the door of the food court , take a right and it's two doors down...Oh but just FYI,,, there is no tables inside so it's more of a grab and go spot ... so we got our order and enjoyed it upstairs by the fish ponds."

Okina Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.2 (138) • $

"As soon as I saw this food truck offered bubble tea I knew I had to try some! They offer both milk tea and plain in various flavors (White, green, matcha, pineapple are ones I remember). The only mix in right now is boba which is an extra $.50. I asked the cashier what her favorite tea was, she replied the moon tea which is a white tea. I couldn't decide so I got her recommendation, adding boba.The tea was very refreshing and the boba plentiful. I appreciated that it comes unsweetened unless you request it to be more sugary. For me the tea was good enough on its own that it didn't need any additional sweeteners."

Teapresso Bar

★★★★☆ 4 (152) • $$

"Refreshing drink in Waipahu, Oahu, Hawaii...It was the first day of July... a warm 80°F day that felt like 90°F. I finished doing paperwork and errands for my aunty and thought that I deserved a treat.Searching my Yelp app, I found Teapresso Bar in the Westgate Shopping Center! I know that Teapresso name because I have a Loyalty account! ...and I know Westgate Shopping Center because Leeward Drive-In and Thelma's Restaurant are on the ends of that strip mall!The free shared parking can be busy at times. Luckily, I arrived at an odd hour.Teapresso was empty! It looked really spacious with several tables and many chairs. Decor was cute - but the Angel Wings mural is gone! Shucks! However, there were some kawaii keychains and colorful tumblers for sale!Service was polite and efficient!I entered my number in the rewards system and ordered a Waikiki Sunset because of the layers of colors! It was a perfect, pretty, organic lemonade!I'll be back!"

Mini Monster Cafe

★★★★★ 4.5 (113) • $$

"Some Yelpers posted about this cute bear jar and I just had to get one. Mini Monster Cafe is at the food court at the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center. They have locations in California and Vietnam. They sell coffees, teas, milk teas, fruit drinks and matcha drinks. The hubby and I decided to share a drink because I wanted to get the bear jar and it's huge. We decided on the Sunrise Lilikoi Tea with lychee jelly. It was so good and refreshing. We got it at 100% sweetness and it was perfect for me. It was a little sweet at first, but when the ice melted it got diluted. The cashier asked if we wanted lilikoi seeds in the drink, but we declined. The drink was $5.95 plus $0.85 for the lychee jelly. The bear jar was another $6. The total was $12.80 before tax. You can bring the bear jar back and pay the price of the 24oz. drink. We will be back to try the other drinks. The Thai Tea is next on my list."

Coffee or Tea？Kailua

★★★★☆ 4.3 (122) • $$

"A little hole in the wall Asian coffee shop, but worth a stop. The iced Americano is fantastic. Plenty of pastries and snacks available as well."

Cheese Tea

★★★★☆ 4.2 (116) • $$

"Love their boba! The taste and texture are my favorite part are their cups. Most boba places have flimsy fragile cups. Their cups are sturdy and they come with a cap that you can reseal if you want to save your drink for later. They have a wide variety of drinks to choose from. Lots of parking outside and you plenty of seating inside. Definitely one of my top 3 boba places whenever I'm on the west side!"

Teapresso Bar - Salt Lake

★★★★☆ 4.3 (98)

"A teenie tea time is found here...Right outside of Target is Teapresso Bar is a great stop when you're on the run and here there's a couple of designated stalls though I never really found issues to find some street parking.Step inside this super small location in comparison to the others you still have the fun artsy vibe here on every wall and it's the super kawaii dog, rabbit or panda doing all things well I got my favorite Pink Dragon Hibiscus and what a yummy summery sip that not too sweet but so refreshing!Sure we could wish for more seating or whatnot but this place is what it is the staff is a delight and I got what what made me happy and if you want to challenge your skills at the Game Panda to win a plushie maybe rubbing that adorable Maneki Neko will score you a win.Thank you!"

Uncle's Chicken

★★★★☆ 4.3 (80) • $$

"I'm not too chicken to give a restaurant a second chance and I'm glad I did because this place is peck-tacular! After a rough first visit during the soft opening, I visited this place again and was pleasantly surprised.For the food, I had popcorn chicken, waffle fries, and the shrimp sandwich. Notwithstanding my large size, I know my way around shrimp. The shrimp sandwich here is really good! The patty is filled with shrimp and has a nicely golden brown breading. It comes with lettuce, tomato, and a delicious sauce. This is the best shrimp sandwich I've ever had!The popcorn chicken is also clucking delicious. It comes with an orange sauce that is similar to the rest of the flock of chicken restaurants. The waffle fries have really leveled up since my last visit and are now worth waffling over. Located in the same shopping center as Diners/Upscale, a visit Uncles should satisfy all of your greasy desires."

Tea Spot

★★★★☆ 4.1 (82) • $$

"Tea Spot is located in Waimalu Shopping Center, near Palama. There is another boba place on the town side of the mall, but I'm not always a fan of the other place's drinks. Tea spot has the usual offerings: milk tea, fruit tea and smoothies, all customizable with toppings. They also have a small shop with little things. I like that there is plenty of parking and places to sit inside. They play good music, the cashier was nice and I'd probably be back next time I'm in the area. I came kind of randomly one day looking for boba. Because I hadn't tried this place before, I didn't really know what to expect. My expectations were kinda low tbh. I like most drinks at places like this and it's usually pretty hard for me to decide. So I asked the cashier what she would recommend and she gave be a couple ideas, but they were already starred as favorites on the menu. I ended up ordering a watermelon tea and it was basically blended up watermelon with tea and a little sugar. It was nice and refreshing, but not out of this world. I actually prefer getting this specific drink at a different boba spot because it comes in a latte version. I wonder if Tea Spot would attempt a latte version if I asked. I didn't get any toppings because I don't like boba in fruit tea drinks, but next time I will try the boba."

Teapresso Bar - Ewa Beach

★★★★★ 4.6 (64) • $$

"Great customer service - friendly baristas. Boba is fresh! Location is great and has indoor and outdoor seating.They also have desserts (cake / cookies/ macaron / candy) and toys available made by other small businesses"

Mickey Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (85) • $

"We always love stopping by Mickys Cafe in Maunakea Marketplace for a smoothie break when in Chinatown. You can really taste the difference compared to other places."

King's Tea

★★★★★ 4.6 (52) • $$

"Vietnamese boba shop serving authentic Vietnamese coffee, milk teas, and food. I got the sugar cane with kumquat, and although it was on the pricier side compared to shops in Chinatown, it was really refreshing, strong sugar cane (not watery or diluted) and perfect balance of citrus and sweet sugar cane. My bf got the coconut coffee and that was the star of the show. It's a coconut smoothie with Vietnamese coffee (like the bitter coffee you'll usually mix with condensed milk), so it creates this creamy coffee drink."

Jay's Sushi

★★★★☆ 4 (62) • $$

"I'll start by saying that I absolutely love the food here. Five stars for that. I mean, have you tried their grilled garlic salmon? It's so good it could probably convince a lifelong vegetarian to reconsider their life choices. Seriously, it's delicious! Their rolls are good too. However, what I'm not as enthusiastic about is the time it takes to get your food. We waited a good half an hour today for our meal, and it was a to-go order with nobody else in the place. Déjà vu hit me hard because the same thing happened when I was here in April. Honestly, I have more success ordering from them through Uber Eats, which seems ironic, doesn't it? That being said, if you have the time to spare, it's definitely worth the visit. The customer service has always been friendly, which makes the wait a bit more bearable. On a sweeter note, they also have some amazing desserts. My new favorite? The Ube brownie. If you haven't tried it, you're missing out--it's a purple slice of heaven!"