The best bubble tea cafés in Auckland

Gong Cha is supreme in all things bubble tea, the rich and creamy creations are delicious and moreish. Taste the Taiwanese delicacy in multiple locations around Auckland and across the globe. The sweet treat can instantly improve our day; you will want to savour each sip. 

The QQ passionfruit green tea is the perfect balance of sweet and sour, and rich in texture. The popular beverage pairs passionfruit with classic green tea. Alongside a mixed combination of Q bomb pearls and refreshing coconut. Other incredible flavours include the Dirtea fresh milk, Oolong milk tea with herbal jelly, milk tea with coconut jelly and many more. 

Satisfy your bubble tea cravings at Hulu Cat with its insane range of liquid gold. The milk tea culture has taken Auckland by storm, delighting all who drink it, setting out to seduce foodies and long-time lovers alike. The flavourful beverages are made in-house, fresh to order, as are the pearls. 

Create your drink by picking a tea and adding your toppings; flavours include matcha, watermelon, jasmine, Earl Grey tea and many more. In regards to toppings, it is recommended you go for no more than three; the types include pearls, pudding, jelly and special options like chai seeds and honey aloe. Let your imagination run wild and create delicious combinations that will tantalise your tastebuds.

Dominion Road is a bustling strip, home to countless restaurants and cafés that serves delicious cuisine and tasty bubble beverages. Cha+ is a beautiful little milk bar that seeks to educate Aucklander’s on how to drink tea. The range of flavourful teas is creative and irresistible; take your time to work through the menu. A handful of teas available include green apple and green tea with strawberry popping balls, rock melon milk tea with pearls, matcha milk tea with pearls, and strawberry milk tea with pearls. 

 One8Tea is a delectable Asian-fusion eatery that specialises in bao buns and bubble tea. We couldn’t imagine a better combo. Sink your teeth into a slow-braised pork belly bao and wash it down with a refreshing peach bubble tea. If you are stuck choosing between two flavours, opt for the twin cup and get the best of both worlds. 

The fruity and sweet range of teas includes flavours like strawberry, grape, mango and rose. For something creamer and richer opt for a milk tea with options like coconut, matcha, jasmine or chocolate. Everything tastes divine, and we love working our way through the menu. 

There is no one we trust more with our taste buds than Daily Tea. The little hole-in-the-wall café has easily amassed a dedicated following of bubble-loving Aucklanders. If you have a sweet tooth that cannot be sated, we recommend the Oreo Tea, made with Oreo’s, pearls and Oreo cream cheese. 

For those who lean towards more classic flavours, opt for the original milk tea with pearls or the jasmine milk tea with pearls. There is a tea to suit your every need. Our favourite bubble tea is the taro tooooornado, pairing fresh taro with pearls, Oreo’s and taro cream cheese.