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Tea and Milk

6.6
(144 reviews)
Tea and Milk

Tea and Milk is a cozy and somewhat hidden bubble tea shop located on the underground floor of Chelsea Market, known for its authentic and high-quality drinks made with fresh ingredients. Customers consistently praise the flavorful and well-balanced teas, including unique offerings like taro made from actual root and various milk alternatives. The staff is frequently described as friendly, kind, and attentive, enhancing the overall customer experience. While the space is small with limited seating, the quick service and welcoming atmosphere make it a popular spot for bubble tea enthusiasts.

Customization Options

🧊Ice Level
🍯Sweetness
🌿Natural Ingredients
🥛Alternative Milk

Most Popular Items

Signature Taro Root Milk Tea
"The taro here is amazing as it's made from the vegetable and not the powder. The vegan one is better than the signature imo!!!!"
Brown Sugar Thai Milk Tea
"Best Thai tea I've ever had. It was amazing. Also picked up some really cool interesting Oolong tea."
Jasmine Green Milk Tea with Grass Jelly
"I ended up ordering the Jasmine green milk tea with grass jelly and it was delicious. I got 30% sweetness and it was so light and refreshing."

Additional Insights

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Environment

The shop is located in a tight nook downstairs with limited seating mostly in the open area nearby. The environment is described as fun, comforting, and part of a small Asian market with a cozy, hidden feel. Good air conditioning is noted as a plus during hot days.

Cleanliness

No direct mentions of cleanliness issues; the environment is generally perceived as clean and well-maintained. Staff promptly handled a spill incident with professionalism.

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Unique Elements

The use of real, fresh ingredients including actual taro root and homemade syrups sets this place apart. They also provide a wide range of milk alternatives and aim to be environmentally friendly by considering biodegradable straws. The drinks are highly customizable in sweetness and milk options.

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Service

The staff is repeatedly described as super sweet, kind, and helpful, with quick service and personalized recommendations. They also offer thoughtful touches like doodles on cups and are accommodating with substitutions like milk alternatives without extra charge.

Store Information

Address
inside Pearl River Foods, 75 9th Ave Chelsea Market (Lower Level, New York, NY 10011
Hours
Monday 11AM-7PM
Tuesday 11AM-7PM
Delivery
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights

Great tea selection