The Alley — Restaurant in San Diego

The Alley in Mira Mesa is the kind of place where you walk in and immediately feel cooler, even if you just got out of your mom’s minivan. The interior is so white and sleek, it’s like they took the concept of "minimalist chic" and turned it into a boba shop. You half-expect the walls to start giving life advice, but instead, you get drinks that make you question every other beverage you've ever had. The Snow Strawberry Smoothie? Oh man, it’s like a strawberry cloud had a perfect baby with ice and sweetness, and you’re the lucky one who gets to sip it. It’s refreshing, it’s smooth, and it’s just the right amount of sweet, like a fruit salad but way better because it’s a drink and you don’t have to chew. The Alley’s got the vibes and the drinks your taste buds and Instagram feed...

I'll give it a 5* only because the texture of the boba is good and the flavors of the drinks(when you get something you like) is good. Basque cheesecake, not for me. I'd rate that a 3* for texture flavor is eh. Not really a strong taste. The Cocoa Cruffle 😍 too good. The Brown sugar Boba was ok, not as sweet as other places. Tastes more like milk. Barley milk tea with purple rice tastes the best to me. Royal No9 is definitely not for me, tastes like what a kids bubble bath smells like. Not sure, very odd. But, since everything was made right and it was my 1st time trying, I got a variety so I can't really knock a ⭐️ down for something that just doesn't suit my liking. I'd definitely go again...

The Alley took over Tapioca Heaven’s location in mira mesa earlier in the summer. The interior remodel is very clean, bright and welcoming. The staff was attentive and accommodating. I’m happy to see The Alley expanding in San Diego, especially in Mira Mesa. I hope they’re able to build a strong customer base in this area with the ever growing competition. Looking forward to when they roll out their...