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Rare Tea | San Mateo / Half Moon Bay

6.7
(59 reviews)
Rare Tea | San Mateo / Half Moon Bay

This store is highly praised for its delicious bubble tea drinks and fresh ingredients, consistently delivering satisfying flavors. Customers frequently highlight the quick service and friendly, warm staff, which enhances the overall experience. The venue is noted for its easy ordering process and generous toppings, making it a popular choice for both dine-in and pickup. The combination of quality drinks and excellent customer service makes it a favored spot in the area.

Customization Options

🧊Ice Level
🍯Sweetness
🌿Natural Ingredients
🥛Alternative Milk

Most Popular Items

Milk Tea
"The milk tea and Boba are really good here"
Popcorn Chicken
"Also got the popcorn chicken which is yummy for sure."
Seasoned Fries
"Their seasoned fries are fantastic. Not what you expect from boba, but worth the extra couple bucks if you're hungry."

Additional Insights

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Environment

While specific ambiance details are limited, the location is described as convenient and a hidden gem near campus, with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

Cleanliness

There is no explicit mention of cleanliness in the reviews.

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Unique Elements

Customizable sweetness and ice levels, availability of unique toppings like agar boba and grass jelly, and non-dairy creamer options stand out. The store also offers unusual items for a boba shop such as seasoned fries and popcorn chicken.

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Service

Service is described as quick, friendly, and warm with staff that are very nice and efficient, often completing orders faster than expected.

Store Information

Address
1330 W Hillsdale Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94403
Hours
Monday 12-8PM
Tuesday 12-8PM
Delivery
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights

Great tea selection