Boba in NYC: The Best Bubble Tea New York City Has to Offer
If you’re a fan of boba and you’re in New York City, you’re in luck! NYC boasts a vibrant boba scene with a range of establishments that serve up delicious and refreshing bubble tea drinks. In this guide, we’ll give you a list (and interactive map) of the best places to get your bubble tea fix in NYC!
What are the best places to get Boba in NYC?
There are a few different spots to enjoy bubble tea in New York City. Keep reading for our list below, in no particular order.
At the end of this post, you will find our interactive map of all of the Bubble Tea Shops discussed!
Kung Fu Tea
A popular bubble tea chain that offers a wide variety of refreshing and flavorful drinks, Kung Fu Tea features classic milk teas, fruit teas, and other specialty drinks, all of which can be customized with different toppings.
And we can’t forget their signature bubbles, made fresh in-store, that add a delicious chewy element to their drinks.
If you’re a fan of boba or are looking for a place to try bubble tea for the first time, Kung Fu Tea is definitely worth checking out.
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Boba Guys
This popular chain offers a range of flavors and options, emphasizing its motto, “next-level quality”.
They use all the best ingredients from high-quality tea leaves and organic milk, to housemade syrups and fresh fruit.
Penn Plaza Location: 345 7th Ave, New York, NY 10001
Hours: Monday-Saturday, 11am – 6pm / Sunday, Closed
Soho Location: 145 Greene St, New York, NY 10012
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 11am – 7pm / Friday-Saturday, 11am – 8pm / Sunday, 11am – 7pm
Nolita Location: 35 Spring St, New York, NY 10012
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 11am – 7pm / Friday-Saturday, 11am – 8pm / Sunday, 11am – 7pm
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Meet Fresh
For an authentic Taiwanese drink in the middle of NYC, check out Meet Fresh.
They offer delicious Taiwanese desserts and drinks made with the freshest ingredients and authentic tastes.
Location: 37 Cooper Sq, New York, NY 10003
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 12pm-8pm / Friday-Sunday, 12pm-9pm
Phone: 646.371.9011
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Ten Ren’s Tea Time
What started as a little tea shop in Taiwan, has since become a recognized name with 200 shops worldwide!
Ten Ren’s Tea Time on Mott Street in NYC offers handcrafted Bubble Tea Drinks created exactly the way you want, with a variety of customizable options. With a motto like “Taste the Difference”, Boba lovers will want to check out this New York City spot!
Location: 73 Mott Street, New York, NY 10013
Hours: Monday-Sunday, 10am-6:30pm
Phone: 212.349.2286
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Gong Cha
With several locations across NYC, Gong Cha specializes in freshly prepared bubble tea. Boba lovers will enjoy their extensive menu of classic and creative drink options.
Whether you prefer classic milk teas, refreshing fruit teas, or creamy slush teas, you can be sure that the ingredients used are fresh and of the highest quality.
Not to mention, their boba is made fresh throughout the day, ensuring they are always perfectly chewy and flavorful.
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I’Milky
For a Boba experience that is as delicious as it is Instagram-worthy, head over to I’Milky.
They offer a wide variety of tea-based drinks including milk teas – all made with premium tea leaves and super fresh ingredients, and packaged into a beautiful presentation.
Their locations, while not huge, are well-designed and will put a smile on your face.
Midtown Location: 992 6th Avenue, New York, NY 10018
Hours: Mon-Thursday, 11:30am-9pm / Friday, 11:30am-10pm / Saturday, 12pm-10pm / Sunday, 12pm-9pm
Phone: 212.239.6712
Chinatown Location: 242 Grand Street, New York, NY 10002
Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11am-8pm / Friday-Saturday, 11am-8:30pm
Phone: 646.422.7316
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Coco
A premium bubble tea brand with over 4500 shops worldwide, Coco Fresh Tea & Juice offers a plethora of seasonal boba drinks, classic milk teas, fruit teas, tea lattes, and even slush drinks!
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Machi Machi
Machi Machi, a global tea franchise based in Taiwan, is known for its exceptional standards and innovative approach to the bubble tea industry.
Guests will be treated to a unique and unforgettable experience with a creative, hand-crafted, Instagram-worthy boba drink.
Location: 33 W 32nd Street, New York, NY 10001
Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11am-10pm / Friday-Saturday, 11am-11pm
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