Bubble tea is a delicious sweet drink originally from Taiwan. It is made from tea, milk, fruit syrup and tapioca balls and is incredibly popular worldwide! Also in the Netherlands, and in particular in Rotterdam, bubble tea has become indispensable. More and more bubble tea hotspots are springing up like mushrooms, each with their own unique twist on this popular drink. High time to share with you the best bubble tea hotspots in Rotterdam!
2. Machi Machi
One of the nicest bubble tea acquisitions in Rotterdam is Machi Machi. Worldwide, this brand is known for its very good quality bubble tea, as well as the panna cotta boba. This is a delicious combination of creamy panna cotta and tapioca balls, which add a delicious sweetness to your bubble tea. Does this one appeal to you? Because it does to us!
Machi Machi address: Hoogstraat 117A
3. Infinitea Rotterdam
Are you at the Market Hall in Rotterdam and craving bubble tea? Then head to Infinitea! Blue Galaxy, Spicy Ginger and Matcha Brown Sugar are some of the specials from Infinitea. They know all about bubble tea here and it shows in the many flavors on the menu!
Infinitea address: Market Hall, Unit 51
4. 8tea5
With multiple offices across the Netherlands, Belgium and France, is 8tea5 a well-known name in the bubble tea world. In Rotterdam, you can find this popular chain in two locations: in the city center and Alexandrium. 8tea5 is known for its wide range of bubble tea, with seasonal flavors that vary each time.
Address 8tea5: Stadhuisplein 34 and Poolsterstraat 108, Alexandrium
5. CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice
When a hot spot has a long line, you know you can get something delicious. In this case, we're talking about the newcomer CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice in the heart of Rotterdam. In the Koopgoot you will find one of the newest bubble tea spots in Rotterdam. An absolute must!
Address CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice: Beurstraverse 37
6. YoYo! Fresh Tea
YoYo! can be found in several Dutch cities and is perhaps one of Rotterdam's best-known tea bars. With locations in the Markthal, on the Kruisplein and in the Koopgoot, it is a popular spot for bubble tea lovers. Want a traditional bubble tea with the ideal balance of tea, milk and tapioca? Then this is always the place to be! Besides the classic flavors, YoYo! also offers surprising combinations and toppings, so you can create your bubble tea entirely to your own taste.
Address YoYo! Market Hall Unit 52/56, Rev. Jan Scharpstraat 298, Kruisplein 28 and Rodezand 23a.
7. Tea Up
At the bubble tea hot spot Tea Up is all about quality and authenticity. What started as a small shop in 2020 has grown into a beloved bubble tea hotspot in Rotterdam. Only the best ingredients are used here: Matcha straight from Japanese tea plantations, loose tea from small-scale farms in China and India, and fresh Dutch milk or seasonal fruit. Moreover, the popular Cheese Foam is freshly prepared daily with the best cream and a touch of sea salt. Tip: crème brulee bubble tea!
Address Tea Up: High Street 117B
8. Cutea Bubbletea
In this day and age, an Instagram-worthy hot spot creates extra attention. The pink interior of Cutea Bubbletea is therefore very popular among bubble tea lovers in Rotterdam!
Address Cutea Bubbletea: Schouwburgplein 11
9. Tea Society
Tea Society is a beloved bubble tea hotspot in Rotterdam and definitely worth a visit. With an extensive menu full of surprising flavors and toppings, making a choice here is still quite a challenge, but fortunately you can't actually choose wrong.
Address Tea Society: Karel Doormanstraat 332
10. Boguette
Previously, we wrote about Boguette in our article with The nicest Vietnamese restaurants in Rotterdam. This hotspot is known for its authentic bánh mì and other Vietnamese delicacies, but did you know that you can also go here for a delicious bubble tea? The bubble tea at Boguette is prepared with fresh ingredients and is extra delicious when combined with a savory Vietnamese meal!
Address Boguette: Botersloot 60A
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