Tulip's Tea on Tuesday
828 W Grace St, Chicago, IL
Crema's Take
“This Chicago gem is run by Tulip, an exceptionally warm owner whose genuine friendliness sets the tone for every visit, making it feel less like a transaction and more like catching up with someone who cares. Their thoughtfully curated menu balances creative signature drinks like an earl grey matcha with reliable classics like perfectly cooked boba and caramel thai milk tea, giving you room to explore without feeling overwhelmed. It's the kind of place where regulars have stopped counting their visits and first-timers immediately understand why the 5-star rating is so earnestly deserved.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve come here, but I have never once been disappointed by a drink. The boba are always cooked perfectly. There are tons of options on the menu and plenty of rotating specials worth trying. What sets this place apart though is the kindness of the owner who will always go above and beyond. Love love love this place and will be a loyal customer
wanted to try out tulip’s tea on tuesday for a while from both hearsay on tiktok and from google reviews — glad to say that they did not disappoint! tulip; the owner is so incredibly sweet and so friendly! she helped me to pick the right choice for my matcha which was the strawberry matcha latte w/ strawberry popping boba and light cheese cold foam. i love how she also makes her strawberry jam puree herself. super good and filling! the matcha itself is pretty good, very similar to gathers tea bar which is one of my favorite places for matcha. tulip’s tea would be second! her storefront is so cute and i absolutely loved the handmade jewelry she sells too. honestly want to go back to get a pair!
I absolutely love Tulip's, the drink menu has a lot of variety without being overwhelming and everything I have had here is absolutely delicious. The earl grey matcha is possibly my favorite. Tulip herself is also incredibly kind and welcoming! I cannot recommend this place enough.
This is a charming shop run by an exceedingly energetic and friendly owner! I forgot to take a picture of my caramel thai milk tea, but it was very yummy and aesthetically pleasing. It's perhaps a bit pricey and the seating is limited (I enjoyed the cute pillows, though!), but it's worth it for the vibe! I will definitely be back.
First time checking this place out and was skeptical about the 5 star rating. However after trying it out I can confirm the 5 star rating is accurate and very well earned. The staff are super friendly, nice and accommodating. The drinks are delicious. They’ve really put effort into their recipes. The whole place, while small is decorated very nice. The to-go boba carriers are super cute and unique. When I asked about the knit tulips that I noticed in other reviews they let me know that they only gave those away during the grand opening and they were all handmade (talk about dedication) but they might do another wave of them. They really care about making their business the best it can be which you can just tell is expressed in all aspects. There are a lot of boba shops in the area but this is the place to give your business to, can’t recommend it enough!
Crema Reviews
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