It all started with a dare. A double-dog dare, to be exact. My best friend bet me I couldn’t finish a large taro milk tea with extra tapioca pearls. Challenge accepted.
Little did I know that fateful sip would spark an obsession that would take me to the furthest corners of Edmonton, sampling every flavor, every topping, every variation of bubble tea imaginable. And now, I’m here to share my hard-won knowledge (and slightly expanded waistline) with you.
So grab your reusable straw (save the turtles!), get ready to slurp, and dive into the wonderful world of boba together.
Nuttea Alberta
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Location: 8204 Gateway Blvd NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 4B2, Canada
Contact: +1 780-918-4832
Operating hours:
- Sunday to Thursday – 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM
- Friday – 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM
- Saturday – 10:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Pricing: $$
Nuttea Alberta is a haven for nut lovers. They’ve replaced traditional dairy with a delicious, creamy nut milk base that will change how you think about your favorite drinks.
Their signature Nut Mylk is made from a unique blend of five different nuts, carefully crafted to create a delicious and flavorful base for their teas and coffees. It’s also dairy-free, a bonus if you’re lactose intolerant.
If you’re visiting for the first time, a must-try is the Chocolate Hazelnut Nut Mylk. This decadent drink combines the richness of hazelnut with the smoothness of their nut milk, topped with their famous nut cream, creating a delightful, indulgent, and healthy treat.
TeaCup2Go
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Location: 2960 Ellwood Dr SW, Edmonton, AB T6X 0A9, Canada
Contact: +1 780-488-8228
Operating hours:
- Monday to Saturday – 12:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Pricing: $$
TeaCup2Go is where your taste buds go on a tropical vacation with every sip. We’re not kidding when we say they use real fruit – it’s like a flavor explosion in your mouth! Their Pineapple Passion and Rainbow Mango are the life of the party, bursting with vibrant and refreshing flavors.
Okay, so maybe you can’t lounge around in a comfy chair while sipping your tea here, but the cool vibes and friendly staff make up for it. Plus, watching them whip up your drink is like a mini show in itself.
They also offer a convenient lunch card for future savings. Each time you buy from them, your card gets a punch, and after making a certain number of purchases, you’ll receive a free drink or a discount.
Dream Tea House
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Location: Multiple locations in Edmonton (House North, Whyte Ave, West and more)
Contact: +1 780-705-9488
Pricing: $$
They’ve got all the classics on lock, from flavors like fresh avocado (yes, avocado in bubble tea!) to mango and taro. Feeling adventurous? Throw in some tapioca pearls, lychee jelly, or even mango-popping boba for a flavor-texture party in your mouth.
And get this – they don’t just serve tea. We’re talking chicken wings, yam fries, calamari – the whole shebang!
So grab your friends, snag a board game (or just chill with their free WiFi), and settle in for a bubble tea extravaganza. Dream Tea House is the perfect spot to fuel up, hang out, and just have a good time.
BOBA CLUB
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Location: 6538 170 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5Y 3X6, Canada
Contact: +1 780-760-0633
Operating hours:
- Tuesday to Sunday – 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Pricing: $$
BOBA CLUB in Edmonton has quickly become the city’s boba hotspot, and for good reason. Their Brown Sugar Milk Tea with Boba is the stuff of legends – creamy, dreamy, and oh-so-chewy. Trust us, it’s a must-try.
Feeling a little adventurous? We recommend trying the Boba Club Trio – it’s a flavor-packed symphony of boba, pudding, and grass jelly that’ll make your taste buds sing.
Not sure what to order? The friendly staff will happily guide you through their menu, ensuring you find your perfect boba match. And with its sleek, modern vibe and prime location, this bubble tea spot is the ideal spot to chill with friends or simply indulge in your boba craving.
The Tea Place
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Location: 13671 St Albert Trail NW, Edmonton, AB T5L 5E7, Canada
Contact: +1 780-452-3431
Operating hours:
- Monday to Saturday – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Sunday – 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Pricing: $$
The Tea Place has all the boba flavors your heart desires (and their Taro Bubble Tea is to die for since it combines a creamy and rich texture with the perfect amount of sweetness.). These guys even have over 120 different teas on their menu. Yep, they’re a tea-lovers paradise.
Feeling lazy? No judgment. They’ve got you covered with online ordering and delivery through SkipTheDishes and DoorDash. It’s like having your own personal tea butler. Now that’s what we call living the high life.
Quickly Bubble Tea & Food
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Location: Canada, Edmonton, 82 Ave NW, CA AB邮政编码: T6E 2A7
Contact: +1 780-756-8282
Operating hours:
- Sunday to Thursday – 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- Friday to Saturday – 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Pricing: $$
Quickly Bubble Tea & Food doesn’t just serve bubble tea; they’ve also added snacks to match their drinks. Their menu is a choose-your-own-adventure novel, with bubble tea flavors galore and tempting sides, like the addictive Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken and Quickly Egg Waffle.
Don’t miss their “TaroTaro,” a taro bubble tea that comes topped with taro pudding AND lychee coconut jelly. It’s basically a party in your mouth.
And if you’re the kind of person who licks the spoon after you finish your dessert, the Chocolate Malteser smoothie will be your new BFF. It’s a milkshake that blends creamy chocolate with an irresistible malt twist.
Sheng’s Tea
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Location: 10048 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 1Z3, Canada
Contact: +1 780-973-0333
Operating hours:
- Monday to Thursday – 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Friday – 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Saturday – 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Sunday – 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Pricing: $$
This family-owned gem has won hearts with its classic milk teas like the Brown Sugar (a.k.a. the crowd-pleaser) and Taro (because who doesn’t love taro?).
But they’re not afraid to get a little wild, either – their Dragonfruit Blueberry and Peach Pineapple Milk Teas are proof that adventure tastes delicious.
What really sets Sheng’s Tea apart is their knack for turning holidays into drinkable delights. Valentine’s Day? Forget the flowers; they’ve got Love at First Sip and I Luv U so Matcha. (Yes, those are real drink names, and yes, they’re as adorable as they sound.)
The Big Squish Lemonade and Bubble Tea Downtown
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Location: 10524 110 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5H 3C5, Canada
Contact: +1 780-619-8941
Operating hours:
- Sunday to Monday – 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Tuesday to Saturday – 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Pricing: $$
If you haven’t dipped your taste buds into The Big Squish, then, you’re missing out on a fizzy delight. Let’s start with their strawberry lemonade – made with real fruit, it’s like summer in a cup, bursting with freshness.
Once you’re here, make sure to try their choco milk tea with cream cheese. Imagine a rich, creamy twist on your usual favorite – heaven in a sip!
Don’t even get us started on the siomai rice combo. It’s perfect for those light meal cravings that sneak up on you while you’re slurping down your bubble tea.
Teapsy Lab
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Location: 10538 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 2A4, Canada
Contact: +1 780-752-2468
Operating hours:
- Tuesday to Sunday – 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Pricing: $$
Teapsy Lab is your go-to for next-level bubble tea. Their Brown Sugar Tapioca Milk Tea is a fan favorite, perfectly balancing sweetness with those irresistibly chewy tapioca pearls.
You can even pair your tea with their Asian fusion snacks, like the finger-lickin’ Garlic Pepper Chicken or the drool-worthy Honey Butter Bread – a match made in foodie heaven.
As if the tea and snacks weren’t enough, they also play K-pop tunes and have a photo booth for all your selfie needs.
Presotea
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Location: Various locations in Edmonton (Southgate Mall, Kingsway Mall & Magrath)
Contact: You may contact them here
Pricing: $$
What sets Presotea apart from the bubble tea herd is that they brew their tea with high-end espresso machines. It’s honestly a classy move away from the bulk brewing many other spots rely on.
Whether you’re a traditional milk tea purist or a fruity blend fanatic, this shop has something to tickle your taste buds. The Nutella Latte is a crowd-pleaser here since it merges Nutella’s creamy richness with the robust charm of freshly brewed tea.
Kung Fu Tea Edmonton
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Location: 14259 23 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6R 3E7, Canada
Contact: +1 780-760-8328
Operating hours:
- Sunday to Thursday – 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Friday to Saturday – 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Pricing: $$
Kung Fu Tea is a global sensation right here in Edmonton. This global tea titan brings more than just milk tea to the table – it’s a full-on flavor fiesta. Whether you’re a die-hard milk tea devotee or seeking a tastebud adventure, their menu has you covered.
Craving something cheesy? Their Cheese Milk Foam series (think green tea, mango, chocolate, and matcha, all crowned with a fluffy cheese cloud) is the stuff of dreams. But if fruity is more your jam, the Passion Fruit Yakult with Aiyu Jelly is the ultimate thirst quencher, combining tangy, creamy, and jiggly goodness in every sip.
OCHA + BOBA
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Location: 9940 137 Ave NW #104, Edmonton, AB T5E 6W1, Canada
Contact: +1 780-760-9940
Operating hours:
- Monday to Saturday – 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Sunday – 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Pricing: $
OCHA + BOBA is where the milk tea menu is longer than your grocery list (and just as satisfying).
Here, you can sip on classics like taro-flavored milk tea or go wild with their Lychee Shimmer. Want something different? Try their Taro Walling Boba with tapioca balls, which offer a unique blend of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more.
The vibe? Welcoming, spacious (parking included!), and kid-approved. In other words, this is honestly the perfect spot to fuel your bubble tea addiction.
Tea Bar Cafe
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Location: 10640 98 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5H 2N7, Canada
Contact: +1 780-424-0696
Operating hours:
- Monday & Wednesday to Sunday – 11:00 AM to 11:30 PM
Pricing: $
Way back in 2000, Tea Bar Cafe was the OG bubble tea spot in Edmonton, introducing locals to this Taiwanese treat before it became a worldwide craze. That’s right, they were slinging tapioca pearls before it was cool.
They’ve even honed their craft over the years, perfecting classic milk teas and fruit-infused options while also throwing in some playful twists. Their White Rabbit Milk Tea incorporates bits of the iconic White Rabbit candy, offering a nostalgic and sweet twist to the traditional milk tea.
But this tea bar isn’t just about drinks. They also serve a variety of snacks that perfectly complement their beverages. Their Hong Kong Style Egg Waffle is particularly popular, offering a crispy, airy treat perfect for any time of day.