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Boba Cafe

6.5
(472 reviews)
Boba Cafe

This establishment is a well-loved and longstanding dining and boba tea spot in Riverside, known for its delicious drinks and diverse Asian-inspired food menu. Customers praise the quality and variety of both the boba beverages and food items, highlighting the freshness and flavorful preparation. The service is generally friendly and efficient, although occasional communication challenges have been noted. The ambiance is casual with limited seating and a somewhat dim interior, but the overall vibe is enjoyable and welcoming.

Customization Options

🧊Ice Level
🍯Sweetness
🌿Natural Ingredients
🥛Alternative Milk

Most Popular Items

Popcorn Chicken
"First time? Get the popcorn chicken. The snack size is more than enough to fill you up as a meal. Every single time I come here there is only one thing I am 100% certain to get and that is the popcorn chicken."
Fried Rice
"I love their chicken fried rice it's only $4.75 plus tax I believe. With any meal purchase you get a small BOBA drink for $1. Their milk tea is really good."
Honeydew Snow with Apple Jelly
"Bloody AMAZING so me and my wife fell in love with their honeydew snow with apple jelly you guys must try it omg they do have a lot of options but for now is the honeydew snow with apple jelly try it you will love it also."

Additional Insights

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Environment

The place has a casual, small-restaurant feel with limited seating and some customers noting dim or gloomy lighting. Despite this, the atmosphere is pleasant with good music and a welcoming vibe, even when busy.

Cleanliness

Multiple reviews mention cleanliness positively, with the place described as clean and well-maintained.

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Unique Elements

The menu features a blend of boba drinks alongside a variety of Asian dishes, including unique items like knife cut noodles, snow desserts, and various fried snacks. The store offers late hours until about 1 AM and has a bar with many add-ins for drinks.

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Service

Service is generally friendly and helpful, with staff often described as nice and attentive. There are occasional language barriers and minor misunderstandings during ordering, but overall customer interactions are positive.

Store Information

Address
1223 University Ave, Riverside, CA 92507
Hours
Monday 11AM-11PM
Tuesday 11AM-11PM
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights

Great tea selection