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Best Bubble Tea Restaurants in Manhattan, NYC (2026)

Top-rated bubble tea restaurants across 10 Manhattan neighborhoods. Ranked by ratings, reviews, and vibe.

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Manhattan is home to 14+ rated bubble tea restaurants spanning 10 neighborhoods. Boba Tea Time in Inwood leads the pack with a 4.7-star rating and 97 reviews, but standout spots can be found from Carnegie Hill to Chelsea and beyond.

Prices range from $ to $$, so theres something for every budget. Whether youre planning a date night, meeting up with friends, or exploring solo, this page covers the best bubble tea restaurants in New York City — ranked by ratings, reviews, and real vibe data.

Inwood2 spots

1
Boba Tea Time
4.797 reviews$Indoor
2
Gong Cha
4.4258 reviews$Indoor

Carnegie Hill2 spots

1
Hawa Smoothies & Bubble Tea
4.5102 reviews$$Indoor
2
Gong Cha
4.3214 reviews$Indoor

Chelsea2 spots

1
Kung Fu Tea
4.5124 reviews$Indoor
2
Gong cha
3.535 reviewsIndoor

Hell's Kitchen2 spots

1
Gong Cha
4.2329 reviews$Indoor
2
Gong Cha
3.237 reviews$Indoor

Lenox Hill1 spots

1
Master Panda
4.6194 reviews$Indoor

Midtown1 spots

1
Gong Cha
4.3313 reviews$Indoor

Washington Heights1 spots

1
Kung Fu Tea
4.3345 reviews$Indoor

Alphabet City1 spots

1
I’Milky 沐白 Williamsburg
4.2191 reviews$Indoor

Koreatown1 spots

1
Gong Cha
3.9501 reviews$Indoor

Battery Park City1 spots

1
Gong Cha
3.8161 reviews$Indoor

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best bubble tea restaurants in NYC?

Moodap ranks the best bubble tea restaurants across 10 Manhattan neighborhoods based on ratings, reviews, and vibe. Top-rated spots include Boba Tea Time in Inwood (4.7★). Take the Mood Match quiz to find the perfect one for your mood in 25 seconds.

How many bubble tea restaurants are in Manhattan?

Moodap has 14+ rated bubble tea restaurants across Manhattan, spanning neighborhoods like Inwood, Carnegie Hill, Chelsea, Hell's Kitchen, Lenox Hill, and more.

Which neighborhood has the best bubble tea restaurants?

Inwood has the highest concentration of bubble tea restaurants with 2+ spots, but great options are found across Manhattan. Use the Mood Match quiz to find the best one near you.

Best bubble tea restaurants for a date night in NYC?

Many bubble tea restaurants in Manhattan are perfect for date night. Take Moodap’s Mood Match quiz to find a spot that matches your exact vibe and budget.

Affordable bubble tea restaurants in Manhattan?

Manhattan has bubble tea restaurants 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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