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50+ rated bubble tea cafes
Best Bubble tea Cafes in Manhattan, NYC
Top-rated bubble tea cafes across 22 Manhattan neighborhoods, ranked by ratings, reviews, and vibe.
Manhattan is home to 50+ rated bubble tea cafes spanning 22 neighborhoods. Koo Tea in Upper East Side leads the pack with a 5.0-star rating, but standout spots can be found from Upper East Side to Hell's Kitchen and beyond.
Prices range from $ to $$$, so there’s something for every budget. Popular vibes across these spots include relaxed, cozy, casual, quick-bite, and fun. Whether you’re planning a date night, meeting up with friends, or exploring solo, this page covers the best bubble tea cafes in New York City, ranked by ratings, reviews, and vibe data.
Chinatown
8 spots
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Upper East Side
4 spots
Rank 1 - Casual
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Hell's Kitchen
4 spots
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Greenwich Village
4 spots
Rank 1 - Trendy
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Koreatown
4 spots
Rank 1 - Trendy
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Midtown
3 spots
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Gramercy
3 spots
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East Village
2 spots
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Lower East Side
2 spots
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Murray Hill
2 spots
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Chelsea
2 spots
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Upper West Side
2 spots
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SoHo
1 spots
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NoMad
1 spots
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East Harlem
1 spots
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Kips Bay
1 spots
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Little Italy
1 spots
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Nolita
1 spots
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Tribeca
1 spots
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Morningside Heights
1 spots
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Carnegie Hill
1 spots
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Harlem
1 spots
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best bubble tea cafes in NYC?
Moodap ranks the best bubble tea cafes across 22 Manhattan neighborhoods based on ratings, reviews, and vibe. Top-rated spots include Koo Tea in Upper East Side (5.0★). Take the Mood Match quiz to find the perfect one for your mood in 25 seconds.
How many bubble tea cafes are in Manhattan?
Moodap has 50+ rated bubble tea cafes across Manhattan, spanning neighborhoods like Chinatown, Upper East Side, Hell's Kitchen, Greenwich Village, Koreatown, and more.
Which neighborhood has the best bubble tea cafes?
Chinatown has the highest concentration of bubble tea cafes with 8+ spots, but great options are found across Manhattan. Use the Mood Match quiz to find the best one near you.
Best bubble tea cafes for a date night in NYC?
Many bubble tea cafes in Manhattan are perfect for date night, with popular vibes like relaxed, cozy, casual. Take Moodap’s Mood Match quiz to find a spot that matches your exact vibe and budget.
Affordable bubble tea cafes in Manhattan?
Manhattan has bubble tea cafes at every price point, from $ to $$$. Browse the full list above sorted by rating, or take the Mood Match quiz to filter by budget.
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