CHICHA San Chen(Bellevue Square)

CHICHA San Chen(Bellevue Square)

188 Bellevue Square, Bellevue, WA 98004

(425) 362-6185

Bubble tea store, Tea house
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About This Place

Nestled in the heart of Bellevue Square, CHICHA San Chen offers an elevated bubble tea and tea house experience that blends traditional tea craftsmanship with modern flair. This specialty tea spot is a haven for tea enthusiasts and bubble tea lovers alike, showcasing an impressive menu that celebrates vibrant flavors and quality ingredients.

The menu at CHICHA San Chen is a delightful exploration of tastes, from the silky-smooth Bubble Milk Tea and the indulgently rich Bubble Volcano – a luscious brown sugar bubble tea with perfectly chewy tapioca pearls – to the refreshing and fragrant Mango Green Tea and the floral notes of Osmanthus Oolong Tea Orange. For those seeking something uniquely tropical, the Pineapple Series is a must-try, featuring options like the Pineapple Snowy and the creamy Pineapple Breeze, providing a refreshing fruity twist that feels like a mini-vacation in every sip.

What stands out is the meticulous balance of sweetness and texture. For example, the Bubble Volcano offers a harmonious contrast between smooth, lightly sweetened milk tea and the sweet, brown sugar-soaked boba pearls—a sensory delight that customers like J Y K have praised for its perfect sweetness. Similarly, Gaurav Hegde raves about the Dong Ding Oolong Iced Tea with Tapioca, highlighting the team’s thoughtful recommendations and impeccable service that enhance every visit.

The store’s ambiance is inviting and cozy, creating an intimate space to unwind or catch up with friends. Josie_ Bookworm appreciates the warm decor and quick service, noting the charming little pouch each drink is placed in, which adds a personal, cute touch to the overall experience. This speaks to CHICHA San Chen’s attention to detail—not just in their teas but also in customer care.

Driving the experience further is the dedicated staff, lauded for their kindness and genuine enthusiasm. While there have been constructive suggestions about improving order pickup flow, as Kanna Izushi-Ciolkosz mentions, the genuine warmth and quality of the teas quickly win customers over. Whether enjoying a hot cup of Honey Osmanthus Oolong Tea or a chilled Cassia Black Tea with Mousse, each visit is an exploration of refined tastes and comforting moments.

CHICHA San Chen’s location in Bellevue Square makes it an accessible and stylish destination for tea lovers who appreciate sophistication in their beverage choices. From classic fruit teas to innovative blends featuring mousse and taro balls, this tea house creates an inviting juxtaposition of tradition and novelty that truly elevates the bubble tea scene.

In summary, CHICHA San Chen is not just a bubble tea store—it’s a thoughtfully curated tea experience that delivers on quality, flavor complexity, and customer delight. If you’re in Bellevue looking for a thoughtfully crafted cup of tea or an indulgent bubble tea treat, this is a place to savor every sip.

Service options
Curbside pickup Delivery Onsite services Takeout Dine-in
Highlights
Great tea selection
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance Wheelchair accessible parking lot Wheelchair accessible restroom
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Parking
Free parking garage Free parking lot On-site parking

Opening Hours

  • Monday
    10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Tuesday
    10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Thursday
    10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Friday
    10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Saturday
    10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Sunday
    11:00 AM - 07:00 PM

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Visitor Reviews

  • Josie_ Bookworm
    3 week ago

    Cozy decor and vibes, drinks came by a few minutes after ordering. The cups are all one size, and on the smaller size hence the nicer-to-look at numbers. I liked the little pouch they put the cup in, it was very cute!

  • Gaurav Hegde
    4 week ago

    I can't say enough good things about Chicha San Chen! Every time I visit the Bellevue Square location, the service is stellar. The team is so kind and always makes great recommendations. My go-to order is the oolong iced tea with their signature tapioca boba, which is just amazing. I also love the iced peach tea for something light and fruity. It's definitely a splurge compared to other places, but the quality and flavor are unmatched. It feels like a truly authentic and special treat.

  • J Y K
    1 month ago

    I had Bubble Volcano, basically brown sugared milk bubble tea, and liked it a lot. The milk tea was silky, smooth, and lightly sweetened (my order was with regular sugar level btw) while the actual bubbles were pretty sweet, probably cause they were dipped and soaked with brown sugar syrup. I really liked the overall sweetness balance of the milk tea and the bubbles, and also liked the sample honey oolong tea, so would love to visit again to try other menus. Heard the waiting line here can be brutal, but Saturday 11:30am wasn’t too bad. Waiting to order + order prep time total was maybe half hour?

  • Kanna Izushi-Ciolkosz
    2 month ago

    Absolutely delicious tea! It was our first time trying it after they moved to Bellevue Square. It would be a 5/5 if they can figure out a smoother order pickup system. We love the tea and staff, but think they could use some organizing for pickup methods. People tend to crowd all on one side waiting for their orders and it's hard to hear them call out names. Maybe a number board system or try and spread out the pickup location? Otherwise, great!

  • David Tamayo
    3 month ago

    Cassia Black tea - nope Osthmanthus oolong tea - nice. With honey and mango would be nice Dragon tea - good Fresh milk+brown sugar - nice Max sweetness for all is 75%. Strange. Shouldn't they just make that 100% and adjust the other percentages accordingly since each shop has their own sweetness system? I'm not a boba tea mafia don though, so what do I know? Maybe they do have a universal system. Bobas are soft, but there's a LITTLE portion in the middle of each one that is not, so maybe they just need to boil the bobas a bit longer. Cute string carry out designs around the cups. Service is quick. Solid takeout spot. Seating is not very much either, so it's designed to churn out as much people as quickly as possible.

  • Sup R
    3 month ago

    The ambience , the neatness the system and the elegance in serving Boba tea is amazing. Their Honey Oolong Tea served with coconut jelly seems to be a big favorite amongst kids and adults alike! Humble and meticulously served

  • Riddhi Rathod
    3 month ago

    Great place to get a tea based drink. We got classic bubble milk tea. I found it to be okay just like other places but my husband said the boba was softer and the sweetness was the nice (we got less sweet one). I like the vibe and aesthetic of the place but the drinks are expensive (like every other place these days)

  • Myles Joshua Tan
    4 month ago

    I had an amazing time at Chicha San Chen in Bellevue! I ordered the Mango Green Tea with boba, and it was absolutely perfect -- refreshing, flavorful, and well-balanced. The mango flavor was vibrant and natural, pairing beautifully with the smooth green tea. The boba had the ideal chewy texture and complemented the drink so well. The shop itself has a clean, modern vibe, and the staff were friendly and efficient. You can really tell they care about the quality of their drinks. This was easily one of the best fruit teas I’ve ever had. Highly recommend stopping by if you’re in the area. I’ll definitely be coming back!

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