Honeybear Boba

I decided to come back while I was in Dogpatch. I noticed they have some new menu items such as rose green tea and rose green milk tea, and pineapple tea and pineapple slush, but these items are only listed next to the ordering counter and are not yet added to the main menu on the wall so you have to ask about the costs. I ordered the pineapple tea, 24oz which was $6.25 before tip, and asked for 50% ice (the lowest they allow) and 25% sweetness.The barista was friendly and made the drink within a couple minutes. There is no seating inside or outside the store currently. The drink was still sweet yet I could also taste the bitterness of the tea. I really liked the tropical fruity flavor and would recommend this if you are looking for a refreshing drink with strong fruit flavor.

Went on a weekday ~ 6pmCute shop that had a good selection. Ordered a hong kong style milk tea and would rate it a solid 8.5/10. It didn't have much seating but the workers were nice and I think it was a great pick me up. They do togo premade drinks as well but they were sold out when we got there.

When I think of neighborhoods in SF that are home to some tasty boba shops, Dogpatch isn't really the first that comes to mind. The Richmond and Sunset are usually at the top of the list, given just the plethora of options available, but I'm starting to realize this part of the city deserves more consideration! While the number of places to choose from aren't nearly as plentiful, the ones that I've tried here (and in the immediate vicinity) have all been so good! Boba Guys over on 16th (just on the edge of Potrero Hill) is probably the best in the area, and Little Sweet is always a great go-to for me. However, having been to Honeybear Boba a few times now, it looks like I have another to add to the rotation!Compared to other boba shops, Honeybear Boba is rather unassuming. In lieu of the bright, trendy, IG-driven aesthetic others employ, the decor here is a bit simpler and more subdued. That being said, their drink menu is still rather impressive. While they don't offer any sorts of food/snacks, the drinks are interesting, ranging from classic sorts of milk teas, fruity teas, and cremas to slushes, lemon-based drinks, and a handful of house specialties. Similarly, their selection of toppings lacks more unique offerings, like agar and popping boba, but it has all of the staples along with milk substitutes in soy and oat milks.-- WINTERMELON GREEN TEA...$5.25 (16oz)My friend who suggested Honeybear Boba recommended this one to me, but I thought it was just okay. For me, the taste of the wintermelon was rather subtle, so this felt more like a dark colored green tea with a slight aftertaste to it. I can see why she likes it, but it's (literally) not my cup of tea.-- STRAWBERRY MATCHA LATTE...$5.75 (16oz)Quite simply, one of the best I've ever had. Getting this 50% sweet was perfect, as the strawberries at the bottom were a bit intense. However, after mixing it, the overall sweetness was just right and the ratio of matcha to strawberries to the milk was really well balanced. Delicious!-- UNCLE LARRY'S DREAMSICLE...$5.75 (16oz)I love orange creamsicles, so I couldn't resist trying this. Although I do wish the taste and consistency had been creamier, the sweetness level was just right at 50% and I liked the hit of orange flavor. Just make sure you shake this before your stab your straw in (incorporating the two layers is a must!). Beyond the drinks, the other thing that I really liked are the workers here. Each time I've been, they've all been super friendly and the wait for your order is never all that bad. What's more, during my most recent visit, they were giving out samples of a new flavor they are testing out - a Rose Milk Tea that was really, really good!Even though Boba Guys has typically been our default whenever we've found ourselves on this side of the city and in search of milk tea, Honeybear has undoubtedly worked its way into the mix. It certainly doesn't hurt that there's never been much of a line, but it's also nice that we've been able to stop off for a drink while walking around after eating nearby. And considering how it seems like there are more and more interesting places popping up in the Dogpatch, it's safe to say I'll be back, especially if that Rose Milk Tea makes its way onto the menu!

Got the lychee green tea. 50% sweet. It was good. I don't like it too sweet so this was actually perfect. I can still actually taste tea. I hope they have coconut milk as an alternative someday as I would love to try their Matcha.

Small, bare bones boba shop owned by Larry June. Unfortunately none of our three drinks were winners. Bitter green milk tea with hard lychee jelly. Two sips & I was done. One companion ordered a thai ice tea which was deemed "fine" but again, the boba were extremely firm & inedible. (Good thing we checked before leaving the store because a topping was missing from this drink, an oversight the staff promptly corrected.) Another person's strawberry lemonade, a standard beverage we thought couldn't be eff'ed up, was sickly sweet. Friendly, quick service, however, the drinks are not worth a second visit for us.

02.25.2024 - Boba time!After getting my piercing at Body Manipulations, my hubby found a nearby boba spot that was within walking distance. Being a milk tea freak that I am, of course I agree to check this place out. Love that their menu was not overwhelming with "stuff." Several options under each section made my order easy to make.I'm a sucker for crema teas. Something about having a strong/bitter tea base that evenly balances out with the sweet/salty, fluffy crema gets me sipping this all day, everyday. My go-to is always black tea, but Honeybear Boba had Wintermelon with Crema. I ordered the 16oz. Wintermelon Crema, 50% ice and 25% sugar. It took less than 3 minutes for my drink to be ready. Kudos to quick delivery!Such adorable cups! I shake, shake, shake - stab my straw in and I take a big gulp. Oh boy, it tasted like I got 110% sugar. It was super sweet and almost syrupy. But the flavor was delish! Caramel-like, toasty, brûlée goodness. I know with Wintermelon drinks, oftentimes the sugar cannot be adjusted due to its natural sweet state, but it was way too sweet for my taste. I needed the ice to hurry up and melt in order to enjoy my drink.Even after the ice melted, the strong taste of Wintermelon was still present. I absolutely loved this. The people working here appeared to be disconnected though. It felt like "just hurry up and order, and leave" kinda vibe. Still had about an hour before they closed, but felt like we walked in 5min prior to closing. Opps.

I got the honey milk tea in 50% sugar and it was still super sweet! I felt that my drink lacked the black tea taste and was just extremely sweet. Next time I think I'll go for a different drink. The service was fast though. I got my drink soon after ordering. The interior is also pretty cute with some decorations and some merch they are selling. There are no seats though.

Great drinks here the tapipca could be more chewier. The drinks Strawberry slushy was complete yummy. Fresh and delish i love my strawberries! The Grapefruit green tea was good too. Would come back again and order without toppings. I liked the concept.

There was only meter parking around this location. There were a few people in line in front of us, but the wait time wasn't that long. I like the simple menu, and have some unique flavors. So I gave mangonada a tried. Even though it came automatic 100 percent sweet, but it tasted very bland. Maybe need lesser ice, and more flavoring.

Orange slush is a lifesaver for the October heat.Service is pleasant and quick too.The taro and black tea here are also good!