Sip on delicious boba near BART
Friends gather at Pekoe for boba. Photo courtesy of Pekoe.
Boba may have hailed from Taiwan, but the Bay Area has its fair share of milky teas and chewy tapioca balls. From Walnut Creek to San Jose (and everywhere in between), boba hotspots near BART are the perfect place to treat your tastebuds. Whether you're craving classic and creamy teas or fruity refreshments with mouthwatering toppings, check out some of our favorite places to get bubble tea around the Bay.
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Enjoy a YiFang Taiwan Fruit Tea from one of it's BARTable locations. Photo courtesy of YiFang Fruit Tea, Northern California.
YiFang Taiwan Tea | Colma, San Francisco, Berkeley, Walnut Creek
From a grandmother's name and secret recipe using home-made organic cane sugar, seasonal fresh fruits, and natural ingredients (zero concentrated juice and powders), the freshness of this tea and sweetness of the fruit recreates authentic and classic Taiwanese flavors. Find locations across the Bay. Take BART to Colma with its location in 1.0 miles at 4923 Junipero Serra Blvd. When in San Francisco, exit at Montgomery St for the Chinatown location in just 0.7 miles. Across the Bay, get off at Downtown Berkeley for the University location in just 0.7 miles at 2516 Bancroft Way or Walnut Creek with a 0.7 mile walk to 1349 Locust St.
BART's Anime mascots will be featured on drink menu items and limited-edition collector cup sleeves as well as indoor photos at all four YiFang Taiwan Tea locations starting Wednesday, Oct. 16 until supplies last. We'll also be hosting two events to celebrate the partnership on Oct. 16 and Oct. 30. Learn more about the partnership here.
A refreshing drink at Yokee Milk Tea. Photo courtesy of Grubhub.
Yokee Milk Tea | Montgomery, 19th St/Oakland, Warm Springs/South Fremont
Specializing in milk, fruit and brown sugar boba tea, Yokee Milk Tea uses high-quality ingredients, including premium tea leaves and fresh fruit. Since opening in 2017, this popular boba spot near BART has offered dozens of delicious options. If you're in the city, take BART to Montgomery St and find Yokee Milk Tea just 0.2 miles away at 253 Kearny St. If you’re in the East Bay, take BART to 19th St/Oakland for delicious drinks 0.1 miles away at 1728 Franklin St. If you’re in the mood for a little walk in Fremont, head to Warm Springs/South Fremont, just 0.8 miles at 46164 Warm Springs Blvd.
A sweet boba treat at Shooting Star Cafe. Photo courtesy of DoorDash.
Shooting Star Café | 12th St/Oakland City Center
At Shooting Star Cafe, you'll find an extensive menu of Chinese and American food, including a large selection of boba drinks. Expect a casual setting and quick service here. Plus, for night owls, it's conveniently open late. Take BART to 12th St/Oakland City Center for boba just 0.2 miles away at 1022 Webster St.
Variety of drinks at 7 Leaves Cafe. Photo courtesy of Uber Eats.
7 Leaves Café | Berryessa/North San Jose, Daly City
A popular spot for young ones, this Vietnamese-American chain, 7 Leaves Café is stylish and cozy. The drinks are simple and delicious and made with real milk, cane sugar and loose-leaf tea. Favorites include Green Thai Tea with Honey Boba, Mung Bean Milk Tea and many more. Take BART to Berryessa/North San Jose 0.6 miles away at 1743 Berryessa Road or Daly City 0.5 miles away at 3931 Alemany Blvd for tasty refreshments.
Enjoy drinks in the neon-lit atmosphere at Pekoe. Photo courtesy of Pekoe.
Pekoe | Berryessa/North San Jose
Pekoe, a favorite late night staple, is defined as high-quality tea made from young black leaves. Here at Pekoe, you'll taste the quality of the loose tea leaves and the organic syrups. Hand-crafted drinks can be customized for tea and flavor strength, cream and ice levels and sweetness. Featured drinks at this fun boba spot are the Black Dragon, Pretty in Pink and the Gold Mine. Take BART to Berryessa/North San Jose for boba drinks in a neon-lit atmosphere 0.5 miles away at 996 Lundy Ave.
Friends pose with boba tea from Sunright Tea Studio. Photo courtesy of Sunright Tea Studio.
Sunright Tea Studio | Union City
Enjoy crafted boba and exotic toppings at this popular spot near BART. Favorites include the Sunright Boba Milk Tea, the Ceylon Milk Tea and the Jasmine Milk Tea. Customers also love the cheese foam and mochi toppings. Getting here is a bit of a walk, but it's worth it. Take BART to Union City for delicious boba 0.4 miles away at 34563 Alvarado-Niles Rd.
Boba drinks at Cafe:iN. Photo courtesy of Yelp.
Caffe:iN | Union City
Open until midnight on Friday and Saturday nights, this boba spot is a great place for those late-night cravings. The atmosphere is lively, with lots of seating. Caffe:iN also offers snacks, hony toast and crepes. Take BART to Union City for boba and more, 0.2 miles away at 1788 Decoto Rd.
The interior of Asha Tea House in Berkeley. Photo courtesy of Asha Tea House.
Asha Tea House | Downtown Berkeley, Montgomery St
One of the most beautiful boba spots near BART, Asha Tea House has an upscale vibe. “Asha" is Taiwanese for "someone that enjoys life," and at Asha Tea House, they believe drinking tea isn't just about the drink. Every element in their space is designed to maximize the experience in the hopes that drinking Asha tea will remind you of what you enjoy about life. Take BART to Downtown Berkeley for boba in a gorgeous setting 0.2 miles away at 2086 University Ave. Alternatively, take BART to Montgomery St and walk just 0.1 miles away to 17 Kearny St.
Enjoy boba at Zero&. Photo courtesy of Uber Eats.
Zero& | Civic Center/UN Plaza, Powell St, West Dublin/Pleasanton, Milpitas
Offering high-quality and unique hand-made beverages, Zero& uses only premium ingredients and real fruit. Come here for fruit and milk teas, non-caffeinated options, coffee, baked goods and Hanabi cakes. Zero& also has alternative milk options, and the boba pearls have a nice chewy texture. Take BART to Civic Center/UN Plaza, which is 0.5 miles away at 437 Hayes St, 0.3 miles from Powell St at 845 Market St, 0.8 miles from Milpitas at 447 Great Mall Dr or 0.5 miles from West Dublin/Pleasanton at 1732 Stoneridge Mall Rd.
Colorful drinks at Bambu Desserts & Drinks. Photo courtesy of Bambu Desserts & Drinks.
Bambu Desserts & Drinks | Millbrae
With over 70 locations worldwide and over 40 million drinks served since 2014, Bambu Desserts & Drinks is a very popular spot for boba. What started in 2008 with four Vietnamese sisters now offers a menu of fresh, healthy and authentic Chè dessert drinks, crisp boba milk teas, signature Vietnamese coffees, real fruit smoothies and exotic juices. Also, every shop has its own commercial kitchen offering the ability to prepare vegan-friendly ingredients, from fresh taro to five different beans, daily. Take BART to Millbrae Station and travel 0.4 miles away to 203 El Camino Real.
Try a fruity boba drink at Grapeholic. Photo courtesy of Uber Eats.
Grapeholic | Millbrae
Located inside Social Eatery, which also houses two other restaurants (Noodleosophy and Rice Monster), Grapeholic is a great spot for boba in the Bay Area. Guaranteed to use the finest tea and fresh fruit, Grapeholic is known for its tasty and refreshing grapes and green tea drinks blended in front of your eyes and topped with peeled grapes and milk foam. Order on a screen upon entry and find a seat amongst the Asian-inspired décor. Take BART to Millbrae Station for impressive fruit teas 0.3 miles away at 102 S El Camino Real.
Experience the colorful interior of Ume Tea. Photo courtesy of Ume Tea.
Ume Tea | Millbrae, Milpitas
Founded in 2019, Ume Tea has grown into one of the leading tea shops in America. Focusing on quality, craftsmanship and customer experience, this boba spot near BART infuses engineering principles when creating bubble tea. They also consistently introduce new products, like seasonal drinks, creating repeat customers who are excited to try the latest invention. Take BART to Millbrae and find Ume Tea 0.7 miles away at 405 Broadway or Milpitas with a 0.9 mile walk to 450 Great Mall Dr.
Boba is the ultimate treat at Le Dessert Lab. Photo courtesy of DoorDash.
Le Dessert Lab | El Cerrito Plaza
The decor at Le Dessert Lab creates the perfect boba spot for photo ops. Kids and adults alike love it! The service is fast and simple, the drinks are customizable (they offer milk substitutes) and there are plenty of unique flavors and add-ins to try. Take BART to El Cerrito Plaza for boba the entire family will enjoy 0.6 miles away at 3288 Pierce St C113.
Try the matcha at Mr. Green Bubble. Photo courtesy of Mr. Green Bubble.
Mr. Green Bubble | Walnut Creek
For tasty boba drinks in the East Bay, head to Mr. Green Bubble. With roots firmly planted in the Bay Area, Mr. Geen Bubble has seven local shops and is expanding in Seattle. Enjoy a wide variety of teas, some slushes and plenty of toppings, too! Take BART to Walnut Creek and walk 0.5 miles away to 1539 Locust St.
Urban Ritual is a favorite Bay Area boba spot. Photo courtesy of Urban Ritual.
Urban Ritual | Civic Center/UN Plaza
This San Francisco boba shop provides healthier options with loose-leaf tea, all-natural, high-quality ingredients and homemade syrups. The drinks menu includes everything from everyday classics to innovative and unique treats. Try the shop’s signature Creme Brulee Boba—it's delicious! And pay attention to the unique and rotating drink menu offering specialties you might not find anywhere else! Take BART to Civic Center/UN Plaza to visit this San Francisco staple 0.7 miles away at 488 Fell St.
FrosTea Boba Tea and Shaved Snow. Photo courtesy of Yelp.
FrosTea Boba Tea and Shaved Snow | Balboa Park
Founded in 2015, FrosTea Boba Tea and Shaved Snow offers a family-friendly environment for all ages to enjoy high-quality boba drinks. It's a great place to pick up sweet takeout with friends. The service is quick, and the drinks are refreshing. Take BART to Balboa Park for boba to-go, 0.6 miles away at 5032A Mission St.
Head to Boba Loca in the East Bay. Photo courtesy of Boba Loca.
Boba Loca | Concord
This regional chain serves bubble tea and more in Concord. The menu is extensive, and the boba is soft and chewy. Plus, the service is fast. Take BART to Concord Station for a refreshing treat 0.7 miles away at 1843 Willow Pass Rd.
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