Débutea Brooklyn — Restaurant in New York

Had this bookmarked for a while and happened to be around the area so dropped by for some tea. Came with a group of 5 and we ordered the following: Le Guava Grape Nebula Lemon Fantasy Grapefruit Harvest ChaCha Melon

I got the Le Guava cause guava drinks are pretty rare to come by and every time I tried to get a guava drink elsewhere it was out of season. Liked the overall taste, but there was too much remainder that I felt like half my drink was that since it’s kinda like a slush. At the end of my drink, I also noticed they put some grapes in it, which I think helped with the taste.

I also taste-tested all other other friends’ drinks and would recommend. The Lemon Fantasy is refreshing, Grapefruit Harvest as well, Grape Nebula was good and ChaCha Melon was a bit thick, but also nice tasting. Originally expected the melon in ChaCha Melon to be honeydew, but turns out it meant watermelon. For any other unknowing peeps, now you know!

Would say the drinks are quite expensive though. Fruit teas range from $6.50-$8.50 since they use actual fruits. They also have other slightly cheaper tea options if you want to go for just tea mainly. They have seating in the front plus a bathroom and then also some seating in the back in a quieter space. I think the back might be mainly meant for those who are there to study/work since no one was talking when I walked back there. Was also surprised they had some food/snack options so might come back here one day to give...

It’s been sad to see this place decline over the last year. It used to be a really cute and comfortable space with great boba, but now it’s just a lot busier and more expensive too. You’d think increased business would have helped but instead their portions have gotten smaller (a lot of the new drinks don’t even have a large option) while also increasing in price, and the atmosphere is gone too. The workers seem pissed off all the time and every time I ask them something they’re passive aggressive, maybe because there’s no appointed cashier due to the self service machine, or because they’re overworked, I don’t know.

Not to mention the last 3 times I’ve been here the wifi has been really slow, to the point of the machines not working a couple times due to a bad connection (which was confusing because no one was even there to take my order instead). Also it’s a cop hangout spot now. Take that how you will.

That said the boba is still good, just not as good as it used to be, and maybe not worth $8 for a tiny cup that you finish in a few minutes.

I used to come here every month but I think it’s time to find another go-to boba place....

I love stopping by this place after work! You can really tell how passionate they are about their teas. I haven’t tried any of the food items yet, so I can’t comment on those, but the drinks are amazing.

They always use fresh, seasonal fruits, and I love that they introduce new drinks depending on the season, which keeps things exciting and gives me something new to try each time. Unlike many places that use artificial powders, they make their taro bubble tea with real taro, which makes a huge difference in flavor and texture. The brown sugar they use for the boba is also incredibly rich and flavorful.

I’ve also stepped out of my comfort zone and tried tea flavors I never thought I would—but ended up loving! The osmanthus tea and genmaicha were both unexpected favorites.

Another thing I really appreciate is their packaging—it’s always so cute and substantial, not flimsy at all. It gives a very luxurious feel, which makes the experience even better.

On top of that, the décor is beautiful—lots of plants, which make the space feel cozy and inviting. Definitely a great spot...