Mama Chai’s

Went to Mama Chai's a little after eating lunch, and what a great place for a sweet treat after your meal. The outside patio is a really nice and lovely place to relax. It's covered, so you are not under the sun and there are gas firepits (nice touch for this cooler weather). There are plenty of seats and tables both inside and outside. They even have board games available.After reviewing the menu and receiving some reccomendations from the friendly store attendant, Chris, I decided upon a small Lychee Dragonfruit tea with boba ($6.25). This drink comes with real fruit bits so you don't need toppings, but I wanted to try the boba. The boba wasn't sweet, so I may skip the addition next time. The drink itself was was refreshing and the perfect level of sweetness. It reminded me of a favorite drink I had from a cafe (Tocaja) in Claremont, CA called the "Purple Me". So happy to have found this similar drink at Mama Chai's.I also enjoyed a Roasted Pistachio and Yuzu mochi donut ($4), which was delightful! It was packaged in such a cute box too. I have my eye on the Korean Banana Milk for my next visit. Looking forward to returning!

Great place to hang out near Chinatown, off the beaten path. The ambiance was pretty chill and cozy. They have plenty of seating inside and outside. The outside patio has several tables and chairs, and the uncovered seating has a cushioned love seat and a couple propane firepits. If you choose to sit outdoors, the building shades the patio area in the afternoon, so depending on the season, it could get a little chilly, as it did for us in January. We were glad for the firepits! In the warmer seasons, the shade would definitely be welcome, though. The drinks are pretty straightforward. The thing that was impressive was that they make their own nut milks! I had a pistachio latte with almond milk, which was very mild, but had a decadent, smooth texture that I really enjoyed. Bonus for me was that the pistachio latte is caffeine free! Our party included six adults and seven kids We arrived in the afternoon, and stayed for about 3 hours playing games. Several other customers did the same, and we never felt crowded. The adults spent time both outside and inside. The Cafe is clean, has adequate parking, clean bathrooms, and helpful staff. We had eaten before getting there, so didn't have any of their desserts, but we enjoyed the drinks. They have a variety of both hot and cold drinks.

Kind of pricey but true 5 stars just based on the taste of this real taro latte! Best one I've probably ever had- so so good. Quick, great music, clean, aesthetically pleasing (especially outside) good service, AMAZING REAL TARO LATTE.$8 for a small with a $1.50 tipNot cheap & the quality really does show!

I LOVE it here! Boba is so soft and chewy and delicious. Definitely add it to your drink. The sea salt crema is unbeatable. We've tried a few drinks including Assam black milk tea, pistachio latte, and salted caramel Nutella latte. All amazing and great you can adjust the sugar levels too. Service is always efficient and friendly. And I love the interior plus some board games. They also have an outdoor seating area.

If you are following, this trip is to spoil my daughter visiting all the donut places. See all other reviews.Quality/Quantity - Limited selection when we got here; not sure if that is normal? Or if there were more hidden in the back...? See pictures of the donut case.Today we got the following:Hazelnut Almond Toffee Mochi Donut - I chose this one, OMG! This was a home run. It was like eating a candy bar and a mochi donut at the same time. And can you believe it was not too sweet!Strawberry Cheesecake Mochi Donut - One of my daughter's favorite flavors. She of course liked it. But I did not, only because it is not my preference of flavor. It was still good and well done.Assam Mulberry Blue Fresh Fruit Tea - My daughter's drink. She said it was good. Atmosphere - What a cool space. See pictures.Indoor/outdoor.Free wifi.One clean unisex bathroom.Plenty of parking.Open 7 days a week from noon till 11pm or midnight. Service - Eddy was good, very patient with us, as we were first time customers.Shared the best sellers and the different types of fresh fruit teas, etc.Price - $17 + tip.Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since February of 2023.

Yelp Review 2025 #16:Tucked in the back of a strip mall and behind Mr. BBQ is Mama Chai's. Their patio seems inviting and chill. The interior is smaller with a few tables and chairs. The patio is what you'll see more on Instagram.I've visited Mama Chai's and walked out empty-handed multiple times over a year ago when they still had cream puffs. They were always out of cream puffs no matter what time I went. The last time I went they told me they're working on changing the recipe so there was no date as to when they'll have them again. So, I just gave up. A year later, I came back to find out they completely chucked their cream puff idea. Forever gone and I didn't even get to try it!They have fruit teas, milk teas, lattes, smoothies, doughnuts, mochi doughnuts, and some seasonal items like tanghulu which you'll never know when they'll have.Their doughnuts and milk teas are pretty good but that's not enough. They don't even bother labeling their doughnuts. I wish their menu would be more consistent.

We came here because we saw they had Tonghulu, however when we got there they let us know it was only a seasonal item and they no longer have them. Bummer!Other than that, the drinks are good and it's a cute spot to visit and hand out.

Mama Chai's is a cafe that deserves more attention, but it sits tucked away from the busy traffic on Spring Mountain Rd. It's located in the East-facing building adjacent to Shanghai Plaza.What differentiates this cafe from others? 1. Fresh, house-made non-dairy milk options2. Large mochi donutsI discovered this cafe through a Yelp Elite Event, and I'm so glad I did because I wouldn't have found it otherwise. Their oat milk is creamy and delicious; it elevates any drink on the menu. I was impressed by the Salted Caramel Nutella Latte. It sounds overly sweet, so I asked for 1/2 sugar, and it was perfect. I liked it so much that I returned and bought it on my own dime. [Ambiance] A cozy and playful oasis. Greenery is scattered throughout both the interior and exterior areas. The patio provides plenty of seating and a fire pit for cozy and relaxing vibes. Overall: 5-stars. Mama Chai's exemplifies the definition of a "hidden gem," and I hope more people discover this cafe and its unique, delicious offerings.

Checked out Mama Chai's recently, and I have to say, their outdoor patio is absolutely stunning! It's such a gorgeous setup, but no one was sitting outside, which is a shame--probably because it was a colder day. Still, the space alone is worth mentioning.I ordered an avocado slush with boba and a mochi doughnut. The service was great--super friendly and efficient. The drink was really good, and the doughnut was solid. Overall, everything was enjoyable, but nothing stood out as amazing or unforgettable.If you're in the area and looking for a nice spot to relax with a drink (especially if the weather is nice), Mama Chai's is worth checking out. I'd love to come back on a warmer day to enjoy that beautiful patio!

I love Mama Chai!You could get their glass tumbler for $8, it comes with a metal straw and a straw scrubber as well. They'll upgrade your drink size for free if you bring it! What a deal and it's a great way to reduce plastic waste!Their roasted soybean jeju matcha is my favorite! Not a big fan of their Yakult though - excited to try other stuff on the menu :)