10 Best Boba Tea Spots in Taiwan You'll Love

Starting your Taiwan trip, or perhaps just passing through Taoyuan Airport? Don't skip VWI by Chadwang. It's an excellent spot for a quality drink before or after your flight. While known for its coffee, they also offer delightful tea-based options like a black sesame latte. Seating can be a bit limited, so it's perfect for a quick stop. One visitor wrote, "A great cup to be had in the airport on Transit. Quality roasted 10/10 and perfectly delicate pour over. Grand taste. Leave Starbucks alone and visit here in the airport. Friendly baristas." It's a wonderful way to kick off your boba tea Taiwan adventure, even if it's just a transit stop!

For a more upscale boba tea experience, head to YONSHIN Milk Tea Mansion inside Breeze NanShan. This spot combines delicious Taiwanese food with excellent teas, making it a great choice for lunch or dinner. The bubble milk is known for being quite decadent and rich! Prices are a little above average, but the comfortable atmosphere and attentive service make it worthwhile. One visitor wrote, "The whole experience was so nice! Amazing service by a lovely and friendly crew member named 琇琇 (she's usually in the 中山branch)! She recommended great dishes and was very considerate with every aspect." It's a lovely place to relax with a good drink.

WooYo Tea is a charming spot in Taipei that's perfect for daily visits if you're staying nearby. They're praised for using quality ingredients and offering a mix of traditional and new flavors. Whether you prefer milk tea, fruit tea, with or without boba, you'll find something you like here. The atmosphere is calm and cozy, making it a nice escape. One visitor wrote, "We stayed close to WooYo and when I tried it the first time I knew I’d be going back daily! We really enjoyed trying the different teas here." Try their peach oolong for a beautifully fragrant and delicately sweet treat.

Wangtea Lab offers a cool, modern twist on traditional Chinese tea. This cafe has a beautifully designed interior and is a great place to try something new, maybe even with a dessert! They offer a wide range of options, from classic hot and cold brews to more experimental styles like draft tea and pour-over. It's a quiet spot, especially on a weekday afternoon, perfect for a peaceful break. One visitor wrote, "If you are looking for a cute and modern tea cafe to try something new and eat some dessert, I highly recommend coming to this cafe!" Don't be afraid to ask about their unique tea-based desserts!

If you're exploring Ximending and love oolong tea, the Oolong Tea Project is a must-try. Many say it's one of the best tea spots in the area, known for its excellent tea quality with rich aroma and smooth taste. The prices are quite reasonable for what you get, making it a great value. Be aware that there can be a bit of a wait, especially during busy times, but it's worth it. One visitor wrote, "There's a million bubble tea shops, but I'll admit that their oolong tea definitely stands out. The oolong tea tasted very smooth. No bitterness." The sugar cane oolong and yuzu oolong are popular choices.

Xing Fu Tang is a very popular spot in Ximending, famous for its fresh, perfectly chewy boba. When you visit, you'll often see people gathered around, enjoying the whole experience. They cook the boba right there, so you get it warm and gooey, which is a real treat. It's definitely a place that adds to the fun of exploring Taipei! One visitor wrote, "I stopped by Xing Fu Tang and it felt like one of those places where the whole experience is part of the appeal, not just the drink itself. The shop is usually quite busy, with people gathering around." Prepare for a crowd, but also for truly delicious pearls.

This branch of Chun Shui Tang is conveniently located at Taipei Station and is often touted as the birthplace of bubble tea. While it might sound like a tourist trap, many visitors are pleasantly surprised by the quality. If you want to avoid the biggest crowds, try to go right when they open. They offer more than just boba, with a full menu of Taiwanese food. One visitor wrote, "We went here because it is touted as the birthplace of bubble tea fully prepared for it to be over hyped. However, we were really pleasantly surprised!!" Their iced lemon jasmine tea and hot ginger lemon tea are also highly recommended.

This spot might surprise you! The Singularity Co Working Space isn't just for working; it's also a fantastic cafe with amazing food and drinks. It's a great place to relax, chat with friends, or even get some quiet work done. They have a lovely old French-style decor, and the staff are known for their exceptional service. They're open late, making it a perfect spot for an evening drink. One visitor wrote, "Absolutely love this place! The food and drinks are consistently amazing, and it’s such a perfect spot to just kick back and relax." It's a unique find for a quality drink in Taipei.

For the true history buffs of boba tea, a visit to the Chun Shui Tang Siwei Main Shop in Taichung is essential. This is the very original shop where bubble tea was first created! Expect a wait, as it's a popular spot, but the experience of enjoying a boba tea where it all began is quite special. They also offer breakfast sets, which are a treat. One visitor wrote, "This place never fails. We usually go to the one at Tianmu but just realized there is the original shop near our hotel. What a treat!" It’s a bit of a pilgrimage, but a delicious one.

50 Lan is a classic and widely loved boba tea spot in Taiwan, known for its excellent pearls. They are super popular, and you'll find branches all over. If you want to try something a little different, ask for mixed-sized pearls for a fun mouthfeel! Prices are quite inexpensive, making it a great everyday choice. Just a heads-up, some smaller shops might only accept cash, so be prepared. One visitor wrote, "By far the best bbt in taiwan. No kidding. In general, the taiwanese pearls hit different." Try their oolong milk tea with 0% sugar and mixed pearls for a truly authentic taste.