BenGong’s Tea Arcadia CA

Apparently, we were late to the party and didn’t realize this spot had been trending in Arcadia for a while. Our son told us about it, so we decided to give it a try. We ordered the Pina Colada tea and a hot red bean taro drink. The drinks were decent—not bad at all, but not exactly the best we’ve had either. Service was friendly, though on the slower side. The shop itself is cute, with fun décor featuring traditional Chinese characters that give it a nice vibe. While the hype seems to have died down a bit, it’s clear a lot of people still know this place from social media. Overall, a decent stop if you’re in the area and curious, but probably not one we’d go out of our way for.

I was attracted by the anime-style art here and the make-a-wish tree in the store. That's why I was here in the first place, but then I found out tea was very nice and it's the real, strong tea without any doubt on the quality. I ordered zero sugar and was really impress by the tea scent without any sweetness. This is so rare in tea/boba shop in America. They also have free wifi and nice seating. The servers were very friendly to give me pen and wishing card to hand on the tree. I also got the tea gift set back home to brew it myself and they're great flavor!

Just tried the new Mocktail Pina Colada and it totally hit the spot! 🍍 Super refreshing with a strong, natural pineapple flavor—perfect for a hot day. It’s non-alcoholic but still packed with tropical vibes and balanced sweetness. Great choice if you’re looking for something light, fruity, and satisfying. Highly recommend giving it a try! 🌴✨

Update 9/25 — this is the best milk tea in the greater LA area. Add the Highland Barley to your drink along with boba it is amazing!! We have been back many times and drive 45 minutes just to get ben gong!! If it’s your first time here start with the Superior Milk Tea (20-50% sugar) or DaHongPao or Dragon Well. The price is reasonable around $4.50-$7 and the lady was very friendly. Their art and cups are really cool too.

Came in here to check out what they had and was pleasantly surprised with their unique decor. Ended ordering a strawberry yalkut tea with 25% sugar & cheese foam on top! Highly recommend, not too sweet & mixing it together after a couple of sips really brings it to another level! Overall very happy with the drink here, definitely worth trying!

Cute little boba shop. The lady at the counter was very nice. Boba tasted really good. We got the white peach oolong, the mulberry refresher, and the pistachio cloud milk tea! All very good.

One of my favorite milk tea stores serving some great flavors like the Osmanthus Rice Milk Tea, Tiramisu Milk Tea, and their Golden Oolong Tea. In general, they have delicious flavor options. They are able to adjust sugar and ice levels. Would recommend 50% sugar levels in general. The staff are really kind and make the drinks really quickly.

By far, the best milk tea/boba place that I've ever had. What I like about Ben Gong is with all their drinks, the TEA is the star. You can really taste the tea and you know they brew high-quality while tea leaves, not tea flavoring. The flavors are also unique and bring out the essence of the tea you're drinking. Their cheese foam just tops everything off (if you'll pardon the pun). I live in West LA and would drive all the way to Arcadia just for Ben Gong. That's how good it is. If you're looking for boba that's sickeningly sweet, this place isn't for you. If you're a tea connoisseur, try it and you will be pleasantly surprised.

i tried out this place because my friend recommended it to me and it was so good! the store is decorated so prettily and the cashier/barista was kind and patient :) the burnt brown sugar boba milk tea was delicious and the crack on top was satisfying! it also tastes really good once some of the pieces sink to the bottom :D the uji matcha milk tea w boba was smooth and i liked how it wasn't too sweet so you can taste the matcha! the boba adds a nice balance of sweet to the drink :D i will definitely come back to try other drinks on the menu!!

Good product but slow and rude service. Mobile ordered for pickup, the drinks were not ready for an additional 15-20 minutes, which was surprising as it didn't seem busy when I arrived. When I asked for my order she told me 5 minutes. So I asked again in 5, and she said if I didn't hear my name called, it's obviously not done... rude.

Not a bad place to get refreshments. I enjoy their Osmanthus Rice Milk tea the best when it's made well. Their drinks can be quite pricy at almost $8. The last several times I've been there I've felt the quality of the drinks have thoroughly decreased, so much so that it felt like 80% water, 10% tea with the remaining being boba. I haven't been a regular since! I feel the staff could use better training so that the drinks are more consistent, as each time I've had drinks made there it's either a hit or miss. It's either too sweet, too much ice, too watery or a combination of both. Overall, the drinks are unique but for the price I expect more care and quality given to my refreshments.

First impression was that the place was aesthetically cute, not too busy for a Sunday afternoon, sold gel nails, and was located in a big plaza with ample free parking. I got their jasmine green milk tea with crystal boba, less ice and 50% sweetness. It was a 3/5 for me, as I thought it was pretty watered down. The sweetness came from the crystal boba, but without the additional add on, I don't think I would've liked the drink on its own. The service was fast, I probably got my drink less than 5 minutes after placing my order. The store is also cute and had sufficient indoor seating. They had other drinks featured on their menu that are considered their top sellers, so maybe I have to come back and give those a try. I wasn't impressed by their jasmine green milk tea, so I'm not in a rush to come back.

I ordered the black rice taro milk tea. I wasn't sure what to expect, but what it ended up being was definitely not what I anticipated for. The black rice and taro was blended and scraped on the sides of the cup. I honestly enjoyed those toppings but I wished it was blended more with the drink since I found myself needing to use the straw to scrape at it. tHowever, there seemed to be no tea at all and just tasted like I was drinking milk. I was really disappointed given my great experiences the other times here. I'm wondering if it is just particular drinks that aren't as good.

Bengong's has a distinct interior that is very similar, if not identical, to their other franchise stores, and it is gorgeous. That being said, service was average, they don't have a self-order kiosk like the Irvine location. My friend and I went here to Bengong's in Arcadia for a taste comparison test as we did not have a good experience at the Irvine location. Got the Peach Oolong Milk Tea (no adjustments) and Tea Cube Milk Tea - Jasmine Tea (25% sweetness, no ice). These are the same drinks we both got at the Irvine location. - Peach Oolong Milk Tea: I got this with no adjustments. Significantly better than when I got this at their location in Irvine! This time, the drink tasted similar to other peach oolong milk teas I've had from other shops. However, while it's better than the Irvine location's, the taste of the peach oolong tea was still faint and not as fragrant as I'd prefer or that it should have been in general. Again, I wouldn't recommend this drink based on my experience. - Tea Cube Milk Tea - Jasmine Tea: My friend got this at 25% sweetness with no ice. This tasted very fragrant as a tea, and the tea cube topping was more flavorful than I had at the other location in Irvine. It was not as diluted with milk either. While I would like a stronger tea flavor, this is still drastically better than the first time we got it in Irvine. My friend also agrees that this location does a better job with the strength and flavor of the teas and the balance with the milk. Overall, this location is why I'd consider going back, but to make the drive for an inconsistent quality, I personally don't see myself doing so. This franchise as a whole seems inconsistent per location, which also makes sense because it's a franchise with different management and staff each location. Unfortunately, that's enough for me to be discouraged to return despite the better quality here. At the end of the day though, this was a fun little experience to do the taste comparison test, perhaps I will continue this with the Garden Grove and San Diego locations eventually too. I would say that it's a hit-or-miss here, so if you're interested and in the area, it's worth a try. Otherwise, I don't see it being something to go out of your way for.

Black, bold, and brilliant. Appearing just a few years back as a fringe item, the presence of black sesame drinks have gone from novelty to non-negotiable at boba establishments. At BenGong's Tea, black sesame lives out its full flavor potential. Earthy and smooth, the Golden Sesame Milk Slush's rich, nutty flavor is intensified by a luxurious layer of cheese foam. Compared to some other tea houses, the sesame taste here is more pronounced. If you've never tried a black sesame drink, it's a good spot for 1st impressions. If it's not your 1st, then it'll still make a lasting impression. Update: Taro Cheese Slush on the 2nd visit was a bit weird, just sweet with little taro flavor. Can't vouch for everything here I guess, but that gold dusted sesame drink though!

This place is super cute! If it wasn't for yelp, I definitely wouldn't have seen it. It's tucked away in a small plaza. I went on a Saturday around 5:30 pm and there was no line. Since it was my first time, I went with their Special Boba Milk Tea with no changes. You could really taste the quality of the tea. The boba was a great texture too. Next time I'll definitely lower the sweetness. There are lots of tables for you to chat or work from. It's a solid boba spot.

This was the worst tea I've ever had. Ordered a green tea with 25% sugar and a topping. The "tea" tasted like water. It was the most watered down tea with almost no hint of tea flavor at all. Never coming here again.

I ordered the mango pomelo drink with boba instead of sago hoping it would taste like the drink from Hui Lau Shan. This was very disappointing to me, the mango was not fresh or sweet at all. I also felt like the size was small compared to the price

I got the mango pomelo sago drink and it really satisfied my mango cravings! I will warn those who are not fans of pomelo - it may come as a surprise to find the bitter flavor in your drink from the bits. The sago really adds to the texture of the drink and is a nice addition. I asked for it to be less sweet, but they don't do adjustments for this drink. It ended up being not too sweet anyway which was a nice plus! The place had a fair amount of seating and it wasn't too busy when I went on a Friday night. There's a cute tree you can add your notes to as well in the store. It's a very casual boba spot and could be a good place to play board games ! There's also plenty of parking!

First time trying out this place as it just recently opened. I enjoyed the boba I got and the milk tea was not too sweet, which I prefer. Service was a little slow but I think they are just getting used to the workflow. You can order on the kiosk which makes it easier to order. Atmosphere inside is nice. There are 4 tables to sit but seemed like most people got their drinks and left. Prices were average for boba though it did seem like the cups themselves seemed a little smaller. To note they do not have a sign yet out front but guessing it will come soon. Overall I liked this place and do want to come back and try their other drinks.

I was attracted by the anime-style art here and the make-a-wish tree in the store. That's why I was here in the first place, but then I found out tea was very nice and it's the real, strong tea without any doubt on the quality. I ordered zero sugar and was really impress by the tea scent without any sweetness. This is so rare in tea/boba shop in America. They also have free wifi and nice seating. The servers were very friendly to give me pen and wishing card to hand on the tree. I also got the tea gift set back home to brew it myself and they're great flavor!

The boba here is incredibly chewy with brown sugar flavor perfectly. The drinks themselves are also really delicious, with just the right level of sweetness not too much, not too little. The staff are super friendly and welcoming, always greeting you with a smile. The space is clean and well kept.

Located in the same plaza of Tokyo Wako, plenty of parking spots. A small boba/tea shop but very cozy environment. This is my first time visiting and pretty excited. I ordered one of their top 6 drinks-- Mango Pomelo Sego. Absolutely amazed by how fresh, how real and how delicious the drink is. The staff who took my order was very sweet and nice, he made some recommendations and being patient.

The drink was not bad, but the cashier finished ordering for the customer before me then just glanced at me and input her "fantuan" order. Not even bothering to greet or please wait.

~ - * BEST BOBA PLACE IN 626 * - ~ I've tried other locations and I think this one always makes the drinks the best. I get the peach oolong milk tea with no barley sub. boba. IT IS SO GOOD. The boba is always warm, soft, and chewy! The inside is so pretty! I love how they have a wishing tree and you can tie your wish on there. I also take them to use as bookmarks. The service is also super fast.

Alright, after trying a few Tea places in this city, so far this has got to be one of my favorites. Location wise it is next to the old Souplantation. This plaza isn't the most busiest, but it has quite a few gems. There is plenty of parking and I was happy that we didn't have any problems here. There are menus outside and keep note that there wasn't any self select option. I personally like this better, this way I can find out what is some of the best drinks. We were greeted by a lady which I believe, may have been the owner. She was super helpful in helping us order. I got the Burnt Carmel Cheese Milk Tea. I can tell you it was just right with 75 percent sugar, light ice. The boba tasted fresh, and I would come back to have this drink again. We also tried the Peach Oolong that was pleasantly good as well. Inside there was some sort of barley or something that made the drink into a desert. Quite a nice surprise. If you are deciding to get a drink in Arcadia, so far I found this place to be one of the better places to have tea. Hope this can help anyone looking for boba in the area!

It's rare to go to a place where every drink you try is as good as you thought it would be. I pretty much tried all of their popular drinks except for black rice and taro because I simply could not resist a taro drink and I'm glad I didn't. They were literally all SO GOOD which is unusual because there's always one I think is just meh. Two were for me (one for the day of and one for the next day) but the rest I tried a sip of since they were my family's. The Uji matcha was rich and creamy, the burnt caramel cheese was unique and worth trying, the passionfruit sparkling tea was refreshing, the taro drink was milky and perfect as a dessert for my sweet tooth, and the mango pomelo sago is a #1 seller for a reason. There's plenty of sitting space too which is nice for studying or just chilling and hanging out with friends. We also received slips of paper where we could write our wish and hang it on the tree for it to come true. The workers were very kind and we also went close to closing so the drinks came out pretty fast.

BenGong's Tea is located in the same plaza as Tokyo Wako. I have been to BenGong's Tea twice now and both times had good tea. On my most recent visit, I ordered online and picked up in person. I ordered: Black Rice & Taro Milk Tea, $5.25 prior to tax- I ordered this for my husband, to be made with no ice and 50% sweetener. Even though there was a sticker on the cup with my modifications, there was still ice in it. I didn't try his drink but he told me he thought it fine at the sweetness level. He also did like his drink. UJi Matcha Boba Milk Tea, $5.75 prior to tax- I ordered this drink to be made with no ice and with 50% sweetness level. My drink came as I had requested (with no ice, unlike my husband's drink). I thought this drink was made just right. The flavor of the matcha was good and the sweetness level was also good. The boba was also made perfectly, chewy and soft. I enjoyed my drink. --------------------------------- (Total= $12.13 after tax) I only waited a few minutes after I came in and was acknowledged by the 2 employees behind the counter. Drinks are really good here but the price is a little expensive for the size. I won't come too often but I will still come in the future.

We decided to try a different boba shop since this one had good Yelp reviews and was less than 0.1 miles from our lunch spot. I ordered the fruit bowl oolong tea plus boba... but it was mostly watermelon with just a slice of orange, a slice of lime, and a couple of small canned pineapple pieces. The boba was too soft, though it did have the brown sugar sweetness we enjoy. Overall, I didn't dislike the drink...it was just okay. There are other boba shops we prefer.

In a quiet strip mall with parking. Fast and polite service (Eric), bright interior. I liked my Mango Sago Pomelo at 20% sweetness while wife thought her Brown Sugar Milk Tea with Boba was just ok.

Been hearing a lot about this amazing boba shop and finally came by to check it out. It definitely lived up to the hype. Their drinks and bobas were delectable. Definitely coming back to try their other menu selections. We ordered the Burnt Brown Sugar Boba Milk Tea, Burnt Brûlée Boba Milk Tea and Passionfruit Super Fruit Cup. The burnt brown sugar wasn't overly sweet and had great flavor. The brûlée was so yummy and boba was perfect. The fruit cup was filled with so many delicious fruits. Quick and friendly service. The interior decor was so pretty. Located across the street from BJ's and Olive Garden in this business plaza. There are also other restaurants and boba shops in the plaza. Plenty of parking available.

I've always heard of BenGong's Tea but never visited until recently. The restaurant is well decorated from inside and out, and the staff member was welcoming and patient in explaining a good number of menu items. Syrups and purees are often ingredients I avoid, but they explained that they used cane sugar and made their own purees in-house. I was captivated by their methods and gave into trying out their Peach Oolong Milk Tea, which also came with their Highland Barley topping. At 50% sweet, the peach oolong milk tea was PERFECT. Their highland barley topping was an experience. As explained, imagine an oat inside a popping boba. It's an interesting and entertaining experience, though I don't know if I'd ever get it again. Overall, though, the drinks and location were enjoyable locations for any quick meet up - will be returning!

This boba shop in located off Hungtington Drive across from Olive Garden in north Arcadia. Their burnt brown sugar boba milk tea was beautiful and delicious. It's the best one I have so far. Service was good. The lady at the counter was friendly. There is plenty of seating inside if you want to hang around to chat and/or work. This will be my go-to spot for brown sugar milk tea. The boba was nice and chewy and you can taste the brown sugar flavor; a high quality tea spot!

Cute spot for milk tea. Welcoming staff and wishing tree at the entrance. Clean space and quick service. Matcha tea was creamy with oat milk and cheese foam. Regular sweet wasn't too sweet for me. The red bean was just the right texture for this drink which added some sweetness. Stop by and make a wish! I'll be back.

I decided to try Bengong after the other boba place in the plaza (Oops) didn't have any boba, and honestly, it was the best decision ever. The customer service here was top-notch. The drink names were a bit odd and the descriptions weren't super detailed, but the staff was incredibly helpful. They walked me through the menu and even made recommendations based on my preferences, and they did it all with a smile. As for the drink, I loved it so much that I came back two days later for the exact same one. I didn't get the chance to thank the girl who helped me the first time, but I made sure to let the other staff know (she's the girl in the pic). The drinks are a bit on the pricier side, but honestly, totally worth it if you're in the mood to splurge a little. The boba had just the right amount of sweetness and was perfectly chewy--not hard and stuck together like some places. They also have this unique addition of burnt bits that was surprisingly pretty good. I highly recommend the Burnt Caramel Cheesed Milk Tea as it has become one of my all-time favorite drinks. On top of that, the ambiance was super cute and cozy, which just made the experience even better.

Cute boba shop with seating & plenty of parking. They have quick, friendly service & delicious tea. It was my first time visiting. My friend enjoyed the burnt brown sugar boba tea. I normally like fruit teas or jasmine milk tea but decided to try something different. I chose the peach oolong milk tea since it was on their top 6 milk tea menu. The tea was good but I didn't know it came with barley bits which I didn't really like. I wish there was a description on the menu or I wish the cashier warned me or I wouldn't have ordered it. Will definitely return to try their fruit teas.

Service is poor and this is the second time in a row that the same cashier has gotten my drink order wrong. We asked for regular ice in out milk tea and we received, there was no ice at all. Ordered the Green Grape Slush but received a Grape Cheese slush and Even asked the cashier when she took our order that it was the grape slush and not the grape cheese slush. She reassured me that they would make the proper drink but when made, they forgot.

I was on my way home from work and decided to stop by Bengong's because my friend had mentioned it was one of her favorite tea shops in the area. I got the Longjing Aromatic Lime Tea and my gosh it was just what I needed after a long day of work. I love citrus, so mixed with tea made it so refreshing! Highly recommend and I will definitely come back to try other items on their menu.

Ordered osmanthus rice milk tea with 50% sugar and was pleasantly surprised. Not what we were expecting but it tasted very good. The rice had a nice sweet + sour taste and wouldve tasted even better if we ordered it hot (i think). Also had cute decor and wasnt busy.

Boba 10/10 I ordered the Special Boba Milk tea 75% sugar, regular ice size small. So good! I came here twice in one week back to back. Very flavorful, boba firm, just simply good. When you are tired of Starbucks and the same ol boring coffee but want caffeine come here. Service calm and nice.

Been coming here since it opened, love their brulee drinks, barley topping, and cheese teas! Wait times may vary based on time of day and how busy it is.

Tried the Cheese Dahongpao Tea and it was alright. It didn't taste anything different than other black/oolong teas. The cheese foam was alright as well but you can't really taste the cheese. The large size costs $0.75 extra. It wasn't even that big of a cup so kind of pricey at $5.50.

One of my favorite milk tea stores serving some great flavors like the Osmanthus Rice Milk Tea, Tiramisu Milk Tea, and their Golden Oolong Tea. In general, they have delicious flavor options. They are able to adjust sugar and ice levels. Would recommend 50% sugar levels in general. The staff are really kind and make the drinks really quickly. There is also a great workspace here with plenty of tables and wifi.

I typically frequent the Walnut location but was in the area and decided to grab a sweet treat. I ordered a peach oolong MT with barely and added sago pearls. My fav. I also ordered a mango pomelo sago-also YUM. The location was spacious; however, the parking situation was difficult. Be prepared to wait!

I love this drink and will drive 30 minutes here for this drink. Recommend extra popping boba with it

I really like their drinks! It's fragrant, they make it with such great care. My favorite drink is the mango pomelo sago, it's sweet and fruity and refreshing, reminds me of one of a popular dessert. I would totally go here again with my friends to try all their other drinks, yum!!

Drinks are better than the boba. This place is not in my boba rotation but I've stopped here a couple times out of curiosity. The boba texture seems inconsistent. Most of the boba in the cup would be soft and maybe a few would be chewy. It's sweet though, but they need to control their process parameters to make the boba consistent. I liked the osmanthus rice milk tea. I liked that I could taste the rice grains and the drink wasn't too sweet. The burnt sugar boba milk tea was pretty much a crème brûlée foam milk tea. It wasn't bad, but it didn't really stand out in terms of taste. It was pretty sweet but the thinness of the milk made it feel more lightweight, which I liked. The milk in both drinks is a bit on the thinner/watery side. Also, cups run smaller than other places for the same price.

If you like Chinese style milk tea, this is the place to go! They have a variety of tea to choose from and LongJing lemon Tea is must try！！

Found this small little boba shop on yelp! I was eager to try it since there were drinks that looked delicious! Drink- I ordered the Mango Pomelo Sago drink and it was honestly pretty good! I enjoyed the crystal boba it came with and mango bits! Service- The employees were so friendly and welcoming! They were all so happy and so enthusiastic to take orders and make them! I love employees who are friendly with one another and laughing together because you know the drinks are gonna be made with joy LOL! I didn't get the name of the young girl with colored eyes and red hair but she was so sweet ! Ambiance- this store is very clean and super organized, they provide tables and chairs and even pillows. There's a good amount of seating for customers to sit and sip. They provide free wifi.

It's a great day, I tasted this new type of tea, The tea name call Longjing Aromatic Lime Tea !It has a faint and delicate fragrance,I love lemon with water and tea made so refreshing. I am very proud to taste it. Highly recommend this to all of you !

这是我最喜欢的一家奶茶店，被惊艳到了！饮品种类丰富，每一款都很有创意，我点了他们家新品龙井香水柠檬，茶香浓郁，香水柠檬在这边还能喝到，好惊喜。服务员态度也非常热情有耐心，店内环境干净整洁，还有很多适合拍照的小角落，真的太喜欢了！已经安利给朋友，强烈推荐！！！

Cute interior, some seating, and good selection of drinks! We got the brown sugar milk with boba and it was pretty good! I asked for less sweet and it was still a little sweeter than intended but if you're looking for a quick boba fix definitely give it a try!

I love their milk tea. It fits my taste. Not so sweet. Many of the drinks are good. Nice packaging.

Very unique and healthier flavors of tea here!! If you're looking for guilt free boba cravings, this is the place. Recommend the peach barley tea or mango with sago

I always forget to leave this place a review because I end up devouring their drinks. I am very much a returning customer :) They are probably one of the few establishments in SGV who are CONSISTENTLY GOOD! I never had bad nor even just okay drink from here. It's always so GOOD! It's also cute inside with the wishing tree and decor. There are a good amount of seats to hang out as well. The staff has always been kind to me, even when they messed up one of my drinks before, very apologetic. Their service is fast, even when it gets busy, but you can tell they still handle their drinks with care. They're located in a big plaza and there's always parking. Their price is normal, if not even more worth it than other places charging the same amount. There's a good balance of sweet and tea flavor. I always get the jasmine milk tea with sago or boba. My little cousins loves their fruit drinks though! The white peach oolong milk tea is also a family favorite.

Wow Good tasting, and healthy ,many option's taste ,my favorite tea shop,my friends like too,

Decided to stop here for a quick snack and we ordered Peach oolong milk tea, crème brûlée and fruit tea. I ordered the peach oolong milk tea with oat instead since I can't have dairy and it was so good and unique to other boba stores that I would drive here again just for it! It came with little peach things(it was gummy like it bean shaped? I don't know what it was) and it added onto how good the boba was. The crème brûlée was ok, nothing special but not bad. And the fruit tea was good too but nothing special again. Service was quick and the worker there informed me on how I couldn't change the milk in matcha red bean to oat which was very kind of her! The ambiance is nicely decorated too. Overall a great place for some good boba, I would recommend trying the special flavors and the peach oolong for sure Overall rating: 4.5/5