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Yaya Tea Newark

6.7
(281 reviews)
Yaya Tea Newark

Yaya Tea is a highly regarded boba tea and snack shop known for its delicious bubble teas and unique rice ball offerings. Customers consistently praise the freshness and flavor of the drinks and food, highlighting the attentive and friendly customer service. The ambiance is described as cute and aesthetically pleasing, making it a welcoming spot for both individuals and groups. Overall, it is considered a hidden gem with authentic flavors and a pleasant atmosphere near NJIT.

Customization Options

🍯Sweetness
🌿Natural Ingredients

Most Popular Items

Shrimp Tempura Onigiri (Rice Ball)
"I also ordered the large shrimp tempura onigiri (riceball) with a side of spicy mayo. This was my first time having onigiri and the staff was really helpful in giving me recommendations of which ones are popular."
Bubble Tea (Various flavors including Thai Milk Tea, Lychee Boba, Taro, Black Milk Tea)
"Awesome Thai tea and Taro tea!!! We also tried their spring rolls and shrimp tempura…they were so amazing and so hot and so we knew it was freshly made!"
Yaya Chicken Rice Ball
"The Yaya has seaweed salad which was kind of slimy but chicken was flavorful. Got a large and it was the size of my palm."

Additional Insights

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Environment

The store has a cute, neat, and aesthetic vibe with some Japanese cultural influences. It is considered a pleasant hangout spot with ample seating and a cozy atmosphere.

Cleanliness

Multiple reviews mention that the place is clean and well maintained, with staff taking necessary precautions.

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Unique Elements

Rice balls (onigiri) are a standout unique offering alongside boba tea, with variety including vegan options and creative flavors. The tea containers have mindful or uplifting messages on the bottom, adding a personal touch.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and attentive. They are willing to offer recommendations and go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant experience, including accommodating order mistakes promptly.

Store Information

Address
250 Central Avenue, Lock St, Newark, NJ 07103
Hours
Monday 10
Tuesday 10
Delivery
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights

Great tea selection