Cherylynn N.
Yelp
3.5 STARS
An article called the city: "The Boba Capital". Probably due to the density because the struggle to find a solid, good quality milk tea is real in the city!
Sure, there's maybe a handful of solid places but sadly, still not close to the caliber of tea shops in the South Bay.
Opening in late September 2024, Momo Tea is a new wave of Chinese aesthetic tea shops with a boutique-like vibe, sturdy artful cups, and whipped cream topped tea drinks. I thought it would be a Molly Tea and Moon Tea dupe so I was hopeful.
They offer takeout, delivery, indoor seating, and dog-friendly outdoor seating (two tables).
M E N U
Tea Series: Fresh milk tea, lemon tea, and specials (avocado latte, ube latte, etc). One size only.
- Sweetness: 0%, 25%, 50%, 100%
- Toppings: Whipped cream + pecan (free), crystal boba, and aloe only (75 cents each). They don't have regular boba.
- Milk: Whole or oat milk (+50 cents)
D R I N K S
* Da Hong Pao Milk Tea w/ whipped cream + pecan ($6.99): https://tinyurl.com/as452uzx
- Request 50% sweet
- Request whipped cream + pecan
While I appreciate the strong tea flavor, the da hong pao seemed to be over-steeped as it had a bitter aftertaste. It tasted more like a black tea than an oolong with earthy and fruity notes. The whipped cream with crunchy pecans (plain, not salted or caramelized) helped to balance the bitterness. Unfortunately, I didn't think it was on par with Molly Tea or Moon Tea.
* Osmanthus Oolong Milk Tea ($6.99): https://tinyurl.com/3pjnbcdp
- Request 50% sweet
Strong tea flavor, the osmanthus oolong milk tea was bold, floral, and smooth. However, IDK if it was the sweetener or milk used but it had an off aftertaste.
S E R V I C E
Contactless ordering via one kiosk or you can order via QR code.
Sweet owner. Drinks are ready within minutes.
A M B I A N C E
Pretty in pink with pink walls and pink bags lining the wall. One table inside for seating along with window counter seats (short stools). Two tables outside.
P A R K I N G
Street and residential parking.
Overall, cute new tea shop in Inner Sunset with decent milk teas for the city's standards. I appreciate their strong tea flavor so I'm hopeful after a third visit, I can find my go-to drink.