An (Unofficial) Boba Tea Trail of Tualatin Valley
Embark on a tantalizing journey through the vibrant flavors and cultural richness of Tualatin Valley along this unofficial boba tea trail. This diverse and dynamic region boasts a tapestry of boba tea (also known as “bubble tea”) establishments, each offering its own unique blend of tradition and innovation, from classic milk teas to worldly fruit infusions.
Whether you’re a seasoned boba enthusiast or a curious newcomer, you’re invited to indulge your taste buds As you uncover the hidden gems and must-try concoctions that make Tualatin Valley a haven for boba aficionados.
What is Boba or Bubble Tea?
Boba tea, which is also called bubble tea or milk tea, originated in Taiwan and is made with milk, tea, water, sugar and tapioca pearls. These teas may be served hot or cold, and comes in many flavors and may include fruit infusions.
The following is a list of only-in-Oregon boba tea shops that specialize in boba teas.
Bubble N Tea (Beaverton) crafts exceptional bubble teas from high-quality ingredients. Their small but mighty menu features classic staples, such as Thai tea, and it’s their seasonal drinks that keep the menu fresh.
Tea & Tea (Beaverton) is a family-owned shop deeply-rooted into the local community. They specialize in “Tiger Boba” and “TNT”—a blend of mango, strawberry and peach—in-house specialties that have earned them significant acclaim.
Bubble Bubble Tea (Beaverton) was founded by a Taiwanese woman who studied with experts and learned how to brew the best tea to make an authentic cup of bubble tea.
Chen Fu Bubble Tea (Hillsboro) is an unassuming shop in downtown Hillsboro and is rated as one of the top bubble tea shops in the region. The menu includes many fruit bubble teas, such as banana, avocado and lychee.
In Tualatin Valley, boba is a popular drink and national boba tea shops, as well as boba tea food carts, can be found throughout the region.
Additional locally-based boba tea shops:
- Bobo Tea House | 2305 NW 185th Ave. | Hillsboro
- Bubble Crunch | 3288 NW 185th Ave. | Portland
- Pre-Tea Beaverton | BGs Food Cartel | 4250 SW Rose Biggi Ave. | Beaverton
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