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Poppy Boba - Reviews

3538 Ashford St, 92133 San Diego
All reviews at a glance
320

Reviews

71.3%

Satisfaction

73

negative

19

neutral

228

positive

What people say about Poppy Boba

Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Allie
Review date: 06/14/2025
9
Sweet Owner & Delicious Taro Ube Drink!
My experience here was wonderful! Yen, the owner, is incredibly sweet and genuinely cares about the ingredients used in your drink. I tried the taro drink and loved the added texture from the ube (purple sweet potato). It's great knowing I don't have to worry about preservatives 💕.
  • owner10
  • taro9
  • ube9
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Kevin S.
Review date: 03/20/2025
6
New Ownership, Same Location
This place has undergone a change in ownership. While it was previously marked as permanently closed, it appears to be open again. Driving by, the 'open' sign is on, indicating a new company has taken over the spot, though the exterior hasn't been updated yet. The menu is currently limited, but there are plans for expansion. I see this coupon showing up as permanently closed and now open again. If you drive by you will see that the open sign is on, another company has taken over this spot and they just haven't updated the outside of the building yet. Menu is limited, but they plan on expanding.
  • menu5
  • ownership5
  • outside of the building5
Visit Type
  • Special Occasion
Group Type
  • Large Group
Group Size
  • Large Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Kelley N.
Review date: 01/15/2025
10
Outstanding Catering for Our Wedding!
I highly recommend Poppy Boba for any catering needs! I worked with them for my wedding reception this past November, and the drinks and snacks were a huge hit. We ordered a variety of drinks and snacks, and everything went smoothly without any major issues. The owner was incredibly communicative, responding quickly and providing straightforward pricing. She went above and beyond by adjusting the sweetness and adding extra lychee flavor to the "I, Really Lychee You" drink after our initial tasting. While we didn’t get to try the nem nuong musubi beforehand, we’re so glad we trusted her recommendation—they disappeared within minutes! Thank you, Poppy Boba, for being part of our special day and for your outstanding customer service!
  • drinks and snacks9
  • straightforward pricing8
  • outstanding customer service10
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Caroline O.
Review date: 01/04/2025
7
Favorite Boba Spot with Inconsistent Hours
This is our favorite Boba shop, and the staff are so sweet! Just knocking a star because there have been numerous instances where they should have been open but weren't. It would help if hours were correctly reflected online.
  • staff9
  • hours3
  • hours online3
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Amaryllis
Review date: 10/22/2024
9
Tasty Banh Mi and Great Prices!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I had a really tasty Banh Mi and a refreshing drink. The highlight for me was definitely the pricing. The Banh Mi was only $10, and the drink was about $5, which I found to be excellent value. The food was delicious, and the prices made it even better.
  • Banh Mi9
  • drinks8
  • pricing10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Takeout
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Linh T.
Review date: 08/31/2024
9
Great Banh Mi and Fast Service
The ingredients are handcrafted, which gives me peace of mind. I tried a few items and loved the lychee tea the most. The staff were very enthusiastic in recommending drinks and served them quickly, so I didn't have to wait too long. I really enjoyed the banh mi here. One portion is enough for two meals if you eat less. The place is mainly for takeaway, so there are no seats. The price is reasonable compared to the general market!
  • ingredients9
  • lychee tea10
  • staff9
Price per Person
  • $1–$10
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Service Type
  • Dine-in
LEAH D.
Review date: 07/06/2024
9
Excellent Quality and Support for Small Businesses!
My experience at the restaurant was fantastic! I was impressed by the clean ingredients used, which did not compromise on taste and quality. I will definitely continue to support small businesses like PBC. Thanks PBC for staying mindful!
  • clean ingredients10
  • taste and quality10
  • mindful9
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Tyisha F.
Review date: 06/24/2024
10
Friendly Staff, Yummy Tea, Fast Service!
My experience at this restaurant was great! The staff was always so friendly, and the tea was super yummy! The wait time was also fast. It's a perfect spot for breaks and lunches.
  • staff10
  • tea10
  • wait time10
Price per Person
  • $1–$10
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Takeout
Meal Type
  • Breakfast
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Taylor R.
Review date: 06/20/2024
8
Cute Boba Shop with Great Boba
My experience at this restaurant was with the cutest and smallest little Boba Shop I've found. It's like a little fish bowl located off to the side in a grocery shop's parking lot. The staff was friendly, and there was no wait! We pulled up, they helped us, and we were off. My only complaint is that they don't offer fruit flavored popping jellies. Their boba is great though, which I typically don't like, so go eat it up! 😍
  • Boba Shop9
  • staff9
  • wait10
  • fruit flavored popping jellies3
Visit Type
  • Delivery
Group Type
  • Large Group
Group Size
  • Large Group
Service Type
  • Delivery
David T.
Review date: 05/28/2024
10
Excellent Service and Delicious Boba!
My experience at Poppy was fantastic! The service was GREAT, with the team being super responsive, friendly, and on time. They delivered as promised. Our guests absolutely loved the boba. I would highly recommend this restaurant!
  • service10
  • team10
  • boba10

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