Golden Tea Shop
901 Franklin St, Oakland, CA
Crema's Take
“This Oakland Chinatown gem refuses to cut corners, brewing from real loose-leaf teas, fresh fruits, and herbs instead of relying on powders or shortcuts. Beyond their stellar boba selection, Golden Tea Shop offers over 10 varieties of delicate scented teas that are mostly caffeine-free and dairy-free, creating a thoughtful menu that feels both nourishing and creative. It's the kind of underrated spot where regulars become evangelists, with a dedication to quality that's evident the moment you taste it.”
What to expect
Strong matcha and tea selection, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit spot, quick-grab.
Google Reviews
Pleasantly surprised stopping by here! Nourishing teas (called scented tea) has over 10 options of lightly herbal and floral teas, majority are non caffeine and dairy free which I love! Got the option 1 tonic tea wjth chrysanthemum, goji and lots of herbs and it’s delicious, not…
Golden Tea Shop is so so good! I have recommended this place to my family and friends and they always want to come back! It may not be the fanciest boba shop, but it is truly an underrated one. I’ve tried several boba shops in the Bay Area and this one has really good teas and…
Like others have been saying — hands down the best boba / tea shop in Oakland Chinatown, using actual teas, fruits and herbs instead of powders. Great selection of loose leaf teas as well (inquire at the counter about shopping for loose leaf tea next door). Love the owner as…
Tasty and affordable tea shop! Definitely can appreciate the variety and the freshness of the tea. We ordered the Mango Sago, Hong Kong Style Tea and the Dragon Well Tea with Pudding & Grass Jelly. All taste great and would come back!
I’ve definitely been gatekeeping this place for too long and i want it to do well so here goes my review! BEST BOBA /TEA IN OAKLAND! You know the tea is good when it literally has a tea leaf shop. All the drinks are made with the same tea leaves from the tea shop which makes…
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