Leicester’s Bubble Tea Hotspots

Who doesn’t love bubble tea? From fruity brews to dirty milks, those deliciously chewy balls of tapioca are the icing on the cake. So, whether you’re a brown sugar savant, a fruit tea fanatic or a matcha maniac, here are the best places to get your boba fix in Leicester. And they’re all just a stone’s throw away from our Leicester student accommodation.

Seven Tea

With a mind-blowing range of teas and smoothies, including milk, fruit, oolong and cheese,  that you can customise with different flavour milks, jellies and pearls, you might need a while to decide! Luckily, the cosy atmosphere is perfect for hanging out. There’s a darts board and games too, not to mention a tasty noodle bar. Looking for a takeaway? Order online and get 15% off your first order!

Seven Tea, 56 Welford Road, LE2 7AA

Gong Cha

A friendly favourite in the heart of the city centre, Gong Cha is the perfect place for a shopping trip pitstop. Go for their highly rated Earl Grey or matcha blends, or if you’re after something sweet, try adding their pudding jelly and crème brûlée toppings to add an extra delicious dimension to your favourite beverage. It’s just ten minutes from our Leicester student accommodation too.

Gong Cha, 52-54 High Street, LE1 5YN

Hey Sugar

This popular boba spot has just been given a revamp, transforming it into a hot pink haven. From dirty milk tea to a boba Oreo smoothie with cream cheese, head here to indulge in all your favourite flavours, plus some you may never have heard of before. And with a plethora of add-ins and toppings, you can pimp your drink to your heart’s content. It’s just down the road from De Montfort University, too.

Hey Sugar, 41 Western Boulevard  

MYMO Cafe

With plenty of Google reviewers proclaiming it the best bubble tea in Leicester, MYMO Cafe certainly earns its place on our list. Customer favourites include their matcha and Thai tea, as well as their Hong Kong-style buns and desserts. It’s all served up by friendly and helpful staff in a calm and cosy interior – what more do you need!

Mymo Cafe, 17B Newarke Street, LE1 5SJ  

Bubble CiTea

This may be a chain outfit, but you still get a personalised service. The friendly staff are more than happy to explain the different flavours and topping options. From their speciality dirty pistachio to their bestselling CiTea house blend of Assam and Earl Grey, these are tasty blends served with a smile.

Bubble CiTea, HighCross Shopping Centre, LE1 4AN

For student life that is truly popping off in every way, why not take a look at our luxury Leicester student accommodation. Situated on Humberstone Road, you’re close to the universities and all the amenities the city centre has to offer, too. Inside, you’ll find luxury en-suite studios and stylish apartments, as well as excellent shared facilities including a state-of-the-art gym, study areas and relaxing lounges. Not to mention a varied calendar of social events so you can meet your people and enjoy student life to the max. The fun starts here: true student Leicester