The Most Scrumptious Bubble Tea in Pittsburgh

Sakura

★★★★☆ 4 (3)

"I stopped in on a whim hoping they had chicken broccoli. They are a hibachi restaurant but they do have a small Chinese food menu for the standards. Since I was craving the chicken broccoli I got that and it was really tasty and delicious. However looking at the menu I am definitely going to get the hibachi next time."

Mad Noodles

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (159) • $$

"We came here on recommendation of one in our party who'd been here multiple times. Good choice. Service might be average but the food was great. Portions big with fresh and flavorful ingredients. Salmon poke bowl, vegetarian poke bowl, Korean japcheau noodles, pork bu, and crab rangoons were all splendid. We were stuffed and our tastebuds tickling!"

Teachana

★★★★☆ 3.6 (12)

"The line at Teachana was long the entire time my friends and I were in the Asian Food Hall. They got you through pretty quickly and offered an extensive menu with lots of add ons.The one item I did not see on the menu was Tai tea. I asked about it and was told it was added back to the menu that day, and that's why it was not on the board. Must be my lucky day. I ordered a Tai Tea. I specifically asked if boba would be included and was told no. Which was good because I did not want it. It took roughly five minutes to prepare. When my name was called, I noticed boba in my tea, and when I asked, I was told yes, it was included. I chalked it up to a new business. The tea was tasty and refreshing, but it didn't taste like traditional Tai tea. I would give them another try. But next time, I will stick to ordering what's listed on the menu lol."

Sakura Poke

★★★★☆ 3.8 (4)

"This place is pretty interesting. I've ordered delivery from Sakura a couple times but haven't gone to the restaurant itself. As a restaurant for delivery it's one of your better options. The best place for delivery is JJ Poke, but they are not open on Saturdays (they received a 5 star from me around a year ago but I have seen some minor quality issues recently), so a restaurant needs to fill the void for my Saturday sushi cravings. Out of the options for delivery, Sakura Poke is one of the better ones. Better quality than somewhere like Moon Sushi and Ramen, Zen Asian Diner and Maya Sushi (Maya is a great restaurant for dining in, but prices there are expensive - especially for delivery). The real competitors in this space are Diners 2+1 and Mount Everest which are regarded as some of the best sushi restaurants by people on Yelp (you can see my profile for my picks, they are not among them). I can't comment on the service at the restaurant as I haven't been there, but it appears to be a fast casual restaurant where you order at a counter, based on the pictures.Prices at Sakura are standard for 2025, $6.50 - $9 for a basic roll, $12 for a specialty roll, their poke is a bit expensive at $15. I recommend you look at their menu online, as most noteworthy menu items have a picture associated with them. I recommend their combination options, Variety Combo especially - $16 for 20 pieces of rolls (4 5-piece rolls), most of their combo options are a good value for money. Based on their website, they are rolling out daily deals starting next week (January 13th), with a rotating $5 roll each day of the week (excluding weekends).In regards to the quality of the food, Sakura is on-par with somewhere like Diners 2+1 or Mount Everest when getting delivery. I believe Diners 2+1 is a better option when dining in, but both of these restaurants are going to be more expensive than Sakura for the average diner. The quality for Pittsburgh is average to slightly above average. In the same bracket as somewhere like Diners 2+1, Mt Everest and Pittsburgh Poke, better quality than Mad Noodles, No 1. Sushi, Moon Sushi and Ramen, Zen Asian Diner, and Kura, worse quality than Mola and JJ Poke (I have tried all of these places personally). Sakura likely deserves 3.5 stars, as it is slightly above average, though Yelp does not allow half stars for user reviews. I am giving it 4 stars due to the prices being lower than other restaurants in its quality bracket and it being one of the better options for delivery. If prices increase at Sakura after I have posted my review (at any time in the near future), you should evaluate the restaurant accordingly (which would likely result in being graded a 3 - 3.5 from me, rather than 3.5 - 4). I also grade on a bell curve, where average restaurants receive 3 stars from me, and only outstanding ones receive 5, unlike most Yelp users who give restaurants 5 stars if the restaurant lacks any glaring outstanding issues. Overall, Sakura is a good option for delivery and likely take-out, though it doesn't compete with the outstanding sushi restaurants in our city such as Mola."

Thai Foon

★★★★☆ 3.5 (305) • $$

"I gave this spot a try for lunch today. I was not disappointed! The staff is friendly and professional. A parking lot is conveniently located right across from the entrance to the restaurant.The restaurant is clean and there is good spacing between tables and booths.I ordered the Thai dumplings as my app with the Thai Foon Special fried rice (no heat), I don't do spicy food very well. And a Thai Iced tea with tapioca balls.Everything was delicious!This is going to be my go to dish, all of the protein add ins were cooked perfectly.Cash/Credit/Debit are accepted here."

Little Viet Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.8 (64)

"Super cute, yummy food and great friendly service ! It's hard to find a good Bahn Mi in the suburbs so when I heard of this place I had to stop and try it!"

Wushiland Boba

★★★★☆ 4.4 (17)

"I only recently discovered Wushiland after chatting with some CMU students about their favorite boba shops near campus. Having spent most of my life in California (SF Bay Area) and college years in Irvine, CA where there are several awesome boba shops, I was surprised to find quality boba shops like Wushiland in Pittsburgh. Chatting with several friends back home, they mentioned Wushiland is super popular in LA and is a top boba shop that's also expanding their footprint in Northern California. I tried the grapefruit green tea with boba which I thought was just as good as the quality of boba drinks in California. Very refreshing and not too overly sweet. Boba was definitely at the right chewiness. Definitely high quality ingredients I had inquired about boba catering and TJ was super helpful walking me through the logistics and telling me more about Wushiland. Definitely my favorite boba spot on the east coast. The space is also very modern and openWill be back when I'm visiting CMU again!"

Bubble Bee Ross Park

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (15)

"Mango smoothie was good. I might see if they can do less sugar next time. Son got the hazelnut milk tea and said it was too sweet and not cold enough. Husband said his mango milk tea had too much ice. My daughter liked the popping Boba. A little bit of a wait on a Friday evening but not too bad."

The Vietnamese Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.1 (41) • $$

"They closed in an hour and still served us hot, fresh food without any issues. Got the Chicken Bún and it was delicious. Fresh and flavorful. I could eat my weight in those spring rolls. Also had the dumplings (not pictured) and they had a good ratio of meat to dumpling. Very fresh. Everything was hot and service was fast and friendly. The inside was small, clean, and cozy. I really liked the laterns on the ceiling. I would definitely come back."

A Thousand Smiles Bubble Tea

★★★★★ 4.7 (3)

"I stopped by this store after hearing that a new bubble tea shop recently opened and was very excited to check it out since Indiana lacks decent bubble tea. The shop itself is very cute and sells various snacks and bottled drinks along with bubble tea. I ordered the taro tea with tapioca and enjoyed the tea itself, although it was a bit sweet for me so next time I would get it with slightly less sweetness. The boba however was not the best and seemed to be undercooked. There only seemed to be one lady working there when I went so it could've just been a one time thing but either way, I would still come back to try out some other flavors."

Gongcha

★★★★☆ 3.9 (8)

"Finally, an authentic and high quality boba chain spot opened up in Pittsburgh! Was so excited for this to open up after finding the news about it and being from California which has all the better boba spots. The store was super newly remodeled, clean, and spacious with a few tables to enjoy your boba, study, or socialize. There is a self-ordering Kiosk machine as well as the front register to order your drinks. The workers were super friendly and gave opportunities to let them know if your drink does not taste satisfying and they will remake it for you. My friend and I ordered the Brown Sugar Milk Tea w/ boba and Mango slush w/ white pearls. The boba was definitely made well, satisfying my boba cravings. Will definitely be coming here often!"

Meccha Matcha

★★★★★ 4.6 (32)

"Special flavor this weekend - Jasmin Milk TeaIt tasted just like my favorite drink in high school, Pokka Jasmine Green Tea , really light and refreshing"

Bomb Bomb Chicken

★★★★☆ 4.3 (3)

"This place serves both chicken and boba. I came just for the boba. They had a nice menu that seemed fairly diverse. They have all the classic bobas, like brown sugar milk tea, but also some more unique options, like those with "cheese." That's the one I ordered: iced mango green tea with cheese foam.I thought it was quite good. These cheese isn't literally cheese. It's like a foamy, slightly salty, slightly sweet topping. Nothing like mozzarella or anything like that. The tea itself was also good. It was heavily fruity, which I enjoyed. There wasn't much of a green tea flavor, though. Not too bitter or too sweet. Nicely balanced. Solid price and solid portion too. Nice chunks of mango all throughout the drink that I loved.All in all, a respectable choice for boba. I haven't tried the chicken, but perhaps I'd go back to check it out."

Sushi Jin Jing

★★★★☆ 4.2 (16)

"Sushi Jin Jing had excellent food, and a great variety of sushi, I got the pork katsu with a dipping sauce and rice. GREAT rice. Seriously good white rice that I haven't had in a long time. Just perfectly cooked and with such a good taste. The sushi I had was the octopus. The tako. Fresh and tender. The service was tableside by the sushi chef, but it was lunch. Just me inside. A LOT of takeout though. And personally I like the look of the dining room. It's a smallish place, but clean and a good look. I'd eat here again without any problem at all."

Took Took 98

★★★★☆ 4.4 (158) • $$

"Best Thai in the city. I've tried a lot of Thai places in Pittsburgh, but this one beats them all. Any noodle dish I've had was outstanding, and the dumplings are always the best. Takeout and eating in are both great options."

Bubble Tea

★★★★★ 4.5 (6)

"This bubble tea shop is located in the Westmoreland Mall, near Macy's on level 1. They have a variety of drinks, including smoothies, milk tea and fruit tea. Some of the flavor options included mango (my favorite!), blueberry, and taro. You can even choose between tapioca or popping bubbles.And if you're looking to rest and recharge from shopping, there is some seating available (4 round tables with 4 seats each).Since this is the only bubble tea place I know of in the area (without having to drive all the way to Pittsburgh), I will definitely be a regular customer!"

Takumi Ramen & Seafood

★★★★☆ 4.4 (9)

"got food for takeout and to be honest is was solid...iam excited dine in next time... lovely to find a ramen place finally in town!"

Amy’s Bakery

★★★★★ 4.6 (68)

"Really enjoyed a recent visit to Amy's and trying new fare! Things I tried in order of preference:- Red bean mooncake- Egg tart- Oreo Mochi- Mango pancake The staff and Amy herself were very hospital and personable! You can tell she is passionate about her business and made us feel at home. I look forward to returning and trying more, especially some of the savory items. I literally want to experience a sample of everything. Got back in line for seconds :)"

Cup n' Spoon Coffee & Frozen Yogurt Bar

★★★★★ 5 (2)

"Celebrating their one year anniversary, I only just visited for my first time yesterday for a Toffee Nut Mocha. I asked for a small, but yet, the cup seemed larger than a small at the new Starbux down the street. The drink tasted really good. I would like to come back some time for ice cream or for one of their specialty drinks off the "Secret Menu" ... Cheers!!!"

Dagu Rice Noodle

★★★★☆ 3.5 (40)

"Hello fellow Yelpers!We were so happy to see a rice noodle place crop up! One of us is from Hong Kong and we've tried Asian food around in China, Los Angeles, New York City, DC to name a few places and we have to say that this is Chinese style for sure and tastes AMAZING. These noodles match up the style that we've had in China pretty darn accurately.Warning: EAT IN if you want the best experience for the noodles. If you take home, though they do separate the noodles and soup, the noodles loose that perfect Al Dente chew that you get to control because in restaurant you can place it into the soup at your own pace. This is because the noodles end up steaming in the container on the way home and end up way softer. The portion is pretty decent and comes in a stone pot. The noodles are indeed spicy as well! The restaurant is nice and clean and matches the flavor that is sour and spicy just like you would get in China. The one star deduction is because the service (like many other Chinese restaurants) leaves something to be desired, you have to grab people for attention, they have some English speakers but mandarin is definitely the default. However they aren't mean or rude by any stretch, we'd say brave it and try something new!If you're looking for some authentic Chinese cuisine and a new experience definitely come on by and support here! The store is nice and clean and modern. The food is tasty, and the selection is huge with all things rice noodle. It's a unique experience for those who haven't had it and it's amazing that we have such an authentic taste in Pittsburgh!If you're craving any boba teas they have a large selection as well! Definitely stop by in the winter to warm your soul :)Thank you so much for reading, stay safe and well out there. Thanks for being...YOU! :)"

Bubble House

★★★★☆ 3.8 (4)

"I just stopped by here for a quick snack in the afternoon and was pleasantly surprised with this option in the food court. The two employees behind the counter were very nice and truly took their time to make my order to perfection. The smoothie arrived full and delicious. If you're looking for a healthy option at the mall or for a scrumptious dessert, I would definitely check this place out."

Julie’s Bubble Tea & Smoothies

★★★★★ 4.8 (14)

"A wonderful place for smoothies and tea, wonderful indeed, fruit flavors for thee.. let the bubbles pop in your mouth and squirt tasty juices for you to devourA cup in hand, a sip so divine,Tea leaves dancing, flavors intertwine. You'll come back for more there's never a line......Any ways i love this place great tea friendly staff and great smoothies, all kinds of local team shirts, support local businesses like Julie's!!!"

Tün Tea

★★★★★ 5 (3)

"Yummy bubble teas with a large menu to choose from ! Service is helpful and they offer samples of the extra topping incase you have never had them before. We had the strawberry milk tea with Boba and taro milk tea with boba- both were very good ! My favorite though has been the mango milk tea and the taro milk tea ! The prices are reasonable and the atmosphere is nice for hanging out or playing board games with friends and family . We came on a Wednesday so it was not busy. There is also a drive up order / or pick up window on the back side of the building."

Bae Bae’s Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.1 (57) • $

"Already patrons of their main location several times over finally decided to check out this more brunchy/small bites spot. Have tried the taro, Thai tea, and smoothies. Would say the taro would be one of the best. The Thai tea tends to be milked down. The smoothies are your standard good. Highly recommend trying the scallion pancakes. We had the Vietnamese lemongrass chicken and the pork belly. Great portion of meat & veggie filling, and fantastic for on-the-go. Great balance of savory and sweet paired with flaky flatbread. Good quick spot to go to for cafe/lighter fare."

JJPOKÉ

★★★★★ 4.8 (123) • $$

"I wish I could remember which bowl I got but hey the pros/cons of not doing reviews directly after. The food is SO fresh, was pleasantly surprised and is super filling. So many ingredients in the prepared ingredient bowls that are so good for gut health and I loved that. I like how welcoming into the Pitt campus community (my alma mater x2) the business is. I imagine the parking and the limited seating area to be barriers but they seem to do well with primarily takeout orders. Can't wait to try more options, loved it!"

DuBois Corner Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.2 (9)

"This is a very nice little breakfast/ lunch restaurant in the fairly deserted DuBois Mall. You can access it either through the mall itself or from the outside (drive to the back of the mall, their door is located to the right of the mall back entrance but is unmarked).I honestly didn't expect much, but my Mom had been there with friends and wanted me to try it. The interior is well decorated and very clean. Our server couldn't have been nicer. We ordered breakfast sandwiches which were served quickly, hot, and were large. They were also delicious. The coffee is some of the best I've had at a restaurant in recent months (thank you!). We were very pleased with our meals and plan to return often. We've heard that their soups are delicious, and look forward to trying them!"

Bubble Fish

★★★★★ 4.8 (40)

"We really enjoyed bubble fish! After seeing them on Instagram, it was on the list for new places to try this year. We will definitely be back! The portions are huge, and service is great. We both demolished our bowls, I got the Honolulu Salmon Poke, and Matt got the build your own. I'm pretty sure he got one of everything! The bowls were filling and I can't wait to go back and try more! Happy Eating!"

Chick'n Bubbly

★★★★☆ 3.9 (207) • $

"Was a little nervous to try because my palate does not always fancy Korean food, but oh baby am I glad I did! I got sweet and sour chicken bites(I'm not sure what the correct menu item is) and they were heavenly. I also tried bubble tea for the first time and it was every bit as incredible as I thought it would be. God bless the girl at the register for helping decide what to get. She explained the items to me to help me narrow it down to what I'd want. Service was super fast. It's on Oakland ave so parking isn't ideal but they have cute outdoor tables to sit at. I can't wait to go back!"

Dr Tea

★★★★★ 4.5 (25)

"We stopped here for a bubble tea after trying the new sushi place downstairs (def try it out!). The staff were nice and attentive. We both got brown sugar milk tea. These were by far the best ones we've ever had (it's our go to bubble tea order). The tea flavor was strong but not too powerful and it was the perfect amount of sweetness. It's also a cute and comfortable place to sit and chat or work. We're excited to go back and try more flavors!"

Little Tokyo

★★★★☆ 3.6 (31)

"Being from the south, I'm not used to seeing snow that actually lingers on the ground like in PA. Which got me in the mood for some ramen when I visited for a business trip in late January. I was a bit skeptical when I walked in because it was dead inside and the menu was written on a white board, but I actually ended up being pleasantly surprised. I started with a seaweed salad, which was pretty run of the mill. For my entree, I ordered the seafood spicy miso ramen. It was presented beautifully. The broth was well seasoned and soothed my soul with its warmth. There was a decent amount of noodles and seafood (scallops and shrimp) for the price of $15. I did think the shrimp was a touch overcooked though. When I return to the area, I would be interested to give their sushi a try as they have a pretty extensive menu despite the location being relatively small."

BobaTea

★★★★★ 4.9 (7)

"If you are craving for Boba drink , this place offers very good boba flavor selections. Delicious and refreshing . I am from LA and knows a lot about boba drinks. Highly recommend."

Banh Mi & Ti

★★★★★ 4.6 (379) • $

"Anything work the pork is my fav. Be it a Banh mi or the rice bowl, get it! They r both the best!!!!!"

Siam Thai Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.8 (16)

"Great parkingClean FriendlyWelcoming Gave us extra waterFood was great. Plenty of chicken and full of flavors.Pad Thai was great. New favorite dishGreen Curry was full of flavor and fresh vegetables"

Rose Tea Cafe

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (99) • $

"I'm familiar with the Rose Tea Cafe in Squirrel Hill, but ready to explore this much smaller version in Oakland. First, this place is fast! I was walking out the door with my Mango Milkshake within a free minutes. The Tapioca is the best in Pittsburgh. Just the right texture and flavor.I thought the shake was a little watery, and it was 1/3 ice. But the flavor was perfect and very refreshing."

Hillview Coffee

★★★★★ 5 (5)

"Really nice place near McConnell's Mill Park. Very friendly and welcoming people! Extensive menu, too."