Lollicup

I wasn’t blown away by Lollicup, but I’m also not their typical client. I’m much more of a Big Gulp guy than a tea or smoothie guy, so it’s one of those times when my powers of criticism are dulled by lack of appreciation for the finer points of drinking cold drinks through massive straws.
Mango smoothie was artificial tasting, but what did I expect? Mangos are expensive. Bananas are cheap however. Still, the banana smoothie I got my kid was fake tasting too. Like banana flavored Runts or Laffy Taffy. Barf.
People on Unilocal seem to love this place, and for once I cannot disagree completely. The owner is very nice, and she is remarkably skilled at leading you through the maze of choices Lollicup represents. My wife also really liked Lollicup.
I think this would be a fine place if you’re into boba teas and can make intelligent choices about what to order. For me, it wasn’t all that, but I imagine others would enjoy the service and selection and possibly the product too.

The boba here is really amazing. The lady that works here is nice and she knows exactly what to suggest. Pretty cheap, but excellent quality.

When I was younger, I was obsessed. They changed locations and I wasn’t really a fan anymore. A couple of weeks ago, I tried it out again. Once again, I am obsessed.
There are so many options here so it’s easy to pick something you dislike when there are plenty of choices you may love. Their menu ranges from Milk Teas and Lattes, Fruit Teas and Juices, Slushes and Smoothies and many more. Don’t forget the add-​on that include boba and jellies.
My suggestion, go for the SNOW smoothie. The Icy Slush is the first thing I had when they reopened and though it didn’t suck, I just wasn’t the biggest fan. The snow is a lot more soft. I went with Kiwi-​Strawberry Snow and added in boba and lychee, my favorite combo. Very, very good. I already want another. Their boba was a little frozen which I prefer but it was too big to get through the straw. I had to open up the cup and eat them one by one. MEH. I will definitely will be coming back to try other Snow flavors!

The layout of the place is cute! Just the entrance from the street into the wee strip was confusing at first. I love the milk tea boba drink, although the boba are mildly bland for my taste. The actual drink though, is sweet to compensate. The lady is nice, and service was quick each time I went.

Authentic boba. It doesn’t get better than this when it comes to variety. Slush, snow, yogurt, and tea.

Yay boba! The prices here compare to that of other boba places and they have a good variety. Some places won’t serve slushy drinks while others only serve milk tea but lollicup has everything!
The lady here is super friendly and don’t forget to ask for a punch card. Buy ten, get one free. I always go for my favorites like taro boba and watermelon boba. You have the options of lychee and tapioca but I get mine without anything in it bc it does freeze and the boba becomes hard to chew.
This place is always kept clean and I will continue to come here!

I’ve been to this Lollicup at least half a dozen times now and before today, it was barely riding on 3 stars. I was really trying to figure out what about this place made Jenny/​Chris/​Hang such fans. Maybe it’s just them-it’s always been empty when I’ve come here and by now, I’ve given this location the maximum number of tries logic will allow me.
Today, I came in with Hang, Chris, and Jenny. We ordered a total of 4 drinks. I asked for the large chocolate mint blended with coffee jelly ($ 6.50). It sounds amazing RIGHT?! Anyway, I got it and upon first sip, I cringed – a LOT. It was a mix of a bitter and sour along with SUPER sweet flavors. So I immediately took the drink to the owner and asked her about it saying it seemed sour. She asked me what part of it was sour and I couldn’t pinpoint it – I just said that the taste was and it was a mix of sour & bitter along with the drink itself being very sweetly concentrated. She looked upset, and there was an awkward pause. I asked if it’s possible for me to get another drink, and she reluctantly consented. She added that in 10 years she’s never heard of such claims from a customer – it was awkward because I felt like a criminal asking for a free drink when in reality I had ½ a sip of the drink I returned to her, and it looked almost untouched. After looking at the menu for a couple more minutes and the awkwardness, I wasn’t in the mood for anything anymore despite my thirst. I asked if we’d be able to get a refund, and she said no because it was paid through card. I don’t know what credit card system Lollicup uses, but I am very certain refunds on credit cards are possible. Anyway, she said that the next time Jenny comes back, she can get a free drink. *grrr, I bet it’s bc she assumes I won’t be back* First off, this was a $ 6.50 drink. I’m not 100% sure on Jenny’s usual order but I’m almost certain it’s not typically the price of the drink I ordered – for example, today, Jenny’s order was a regular size taro milk tea + boba ($ 4) – no where near my drink’s cost. There was no written notes or any gift certificates given – it was just a «I’ll remember».
The time I came prior was with Vi & Hang. It was Vi’s first time, so I recommended that she try the secret tea that Jenny & Ivane were telling me about. Vi got it and was disappointed by how bitter it was – she said it needed to be sweeter. This was a surprise for me because in my experience, all other drinks I’ve had here have always been TOO sweet. I tried Vi’s drink, and she was exactly right. I don’t get why and our guess was maybe the owner forgot to add sugar to it. Either way, Vi didn’t end up drinking much of her drink. It’s a good thing that Vi decided not to ask for an exchange that time… considering how awkward it was unsuccessfully asking for my exchange today. At the time, I figured it was an off day.
The time even before that, I came here with Quynh right before my flight, and it was a quick order and sit down waiting for your drink. We both ordered together and paid on the same check but for some reason, Quynh’s came out much later than mine. I was almost done with mine when hers came out. She got the Rau Ma drink and told me to make sure I don’t order it. It wasn’t good at all. I felt so bad recommending that we came here, but I figured it was an off day (again).
As can be seen, the last 3 times have been «off-​days» and the times I’ve tried this place even before (like wayyyyyyyy back when I first moved here & even when I was still with the ex) I was disappointed. Given that this is a Lollicup, I had hopes that it’d be similar to the successful Lollicups in California. Unfortunately, it isn’t even comparable. Even if they were to use the same ingredients, the spin-​off of this place is completely off – the price is way higher, the décor older & tackier, and the service the worst.
I’ve given a total of five 2-​star reviews in my years with Unilocal.Every time I’ve ever given anything below 3-​stars, I spend a lot of time to think about it and decide if it’s justified. To be frank, I’ve given this Lollicup more than enough tries and chances to prove my opinions otherwise. Unfortunately, it’s never delivered and this 2-​star review is a gracious one that this Lollicup has definitely earned.
Tip: You need to spend at least $ 5 or $ 10 to use a card. If you need a refund, tough luck – you’ll just have to come back another time because they don’t do card refunds here.
Tip 2: I highly recommend anyone who even THINKS about trying this Lollicup stay far, far, far away. Just because it shares the same name as a Lollicup you may have tried elsewhere (i.e. Cali), it doesn’t mean it’s anything like you’ve had prior.
Tip 3: You should go down the street to get your boba drinks at Gossip for a more modern & vibrant location and wayyyy better service.

They are very good. We got strawberry milk tea and jasmine green tea. It was very much authentic. Satisfied my cravings, and bonus: clean bathroom, clean store, friendly attendants, very nice customer service.

Been going here for a long time and their bobas never dissapoint. My fqvorites are honeydew cantaloupe and taro. Always refreshing and the owner is super cool.

Love the boba drinks here but unfortunately I only come here when it’s convenient. I prefer to go to Gossip because the customer service is so much better. I do like the fact that their straws are wrapped in a plastic wrap unlike Gossip.

Location is great, store is clean and cute nothing too fancy, the lady that works/​owner I’m not quiet sure is sweet some days and sour another lol. The drinks are delicious nonetheless. Everything made fresh and in front of you. If you go on the weekends you’ll probably have to wait about 10+ minutes because it gets a tad bit busy and the owner is usually by herself or with one other person. Green apple slush with boba or thai tea iced with boba is what i usually get. They have tons and tons of other flavors and different type of drinks. Coffee, smoothies, slushes, etc.

Haven’t been to this place in a long time. My sister was craving it so I thought I would give it another chance.
I ordered the jasmine milk tea with fruit jelly and it was pretty good. There are a lot of selections from boba drinks to tea and coffee. You are sure to find something to sip on.
Everything I have ever ordered from here has been good, but I have yet to find something that I love and keeps me coming back for more. Maybe I’ll find it one day…

I like my lychee jelly to be chew and have some flavor and this sure hit the spot. However, I would have liked my tea to be sweeter due to it was a Rose Green Tea. Atmosphere is great and they had a long list of drinks. I did wish they had some snacks to order but oh well cant win at everything.

3 STAR REVIEW:
Less than $ 5 charge, CASH ONLY.
But don’t worry, most drinks here are $ 4.84 or so (for a REGULAR size.) Which, at that point, sure I’ll pay a dollar more for a large size.
Like many Unilocalers & boba tea lovers, I’m a native from California.
I’m always looking for the best boba in my new surroundings.
Lollicup West Valley has great consistency in their drinks. Their boba is nice & chewy. Not to mention a long list of flavors. I do wish they offered the traditional Taiwanese menu some other Lollicup locations have in other states. Popcorn chicken, soup, and more!
The same owner is there every day, closed Monday, like most of Vietnamese-​owned shops.
Pros: clean atmosphere, quick service, consistency in smoothie & boba texture.
Cons: high prices, no snacks, minimum due for card purchase.
Lunaberry in downtown actually has great consistency in their smoothies AND boba.

Interior is nice, good choice of flavors!
I like that a bigger size is available for just a dollar extra… But something about paying $ 5 just for some boba tea isn’t that appealing to me.
I got the 22 oz Thai blended boba tea. It totaled to $ 5.07. The drink itself was really good, but something about the tapioca tasted off. Tapioca in boba drinks should be sweet and really chewy! Their boba was mostly chewy, besides from a couple ones here and there that had a weird consistency. But sooooo bland! Like just chewing bland jelly? A note to all tapioca joints out there, TAPIOCA IS SUPPOSED TO BE SWEET!
They got the drinks out fast though and all in all it was a good experience. Probably won’t come again though… It’s so far out from where I live just for a cup of boba tea, and you might as well just go to Gossip Tapioca which is a minute away and get a boba there for a lot cheaper, & some phở while you’re at it!

Like everything else, the four star is based on relativity of this place being in SLC; would have been three if it was in California. Some 14 years ago I used to work at a boba store in Orange County for a looooong time, so I’m very critical when it comes to the consistency and taste of the boba. While it’s chewy enough, it’s a little bland, I believe they didn’t cook it in brown sugar like it was supposed to be. The honey green tea tastes sweet enough that it doesn’t overpower the tea, kudos! The owner was also very friendly and accommodating.

My friends and I had a great day today after going to the mineral springs bath… until we went to Lollicup. We debated on whether to end our day with dinner at our favorite Phở restaurant in West Valley (Saigon) or have boba first. We decided to save the best, boba, for last – thought it would be a great way to end our day. Boy, were we wrong.
Friend #1: passionfruit boba tea
Friend #1: mango flavored boba tea
Both drinks were bitter. Quotes:
Friend #1: «How can they make boba so bitter?
«This tastes like Chinese medicine»
Friend #2: «tortured my tongue»,
«this makes me hate Utah»
This was their first boba experience in Utah – so I feel bad for them.
Fortunately, for us, I hesitated when the lady told us that we need to choose a flavor when we choose the green tea boba tea. This is totally strange to us and we’ve been to many many boba places, being from Cali. Despite craving boba tea, I decided to go on the safer route and ordered Thai tea instead. It was cold outside so we asked for less ice and the lady rolled her eyes. She was not helpful and by rolling her eyes, seemed a bit rude.
1 star for the Thai tea because it was decent, though it was pretty pricy, $ 4.91 for a large (after tax)
I would not recommend this place. Boba from Ocean Mart in Sandy is better.
Also, cash only if your order is less than $ 5.

Never disappoint me!
The lady is so nice. She gave us couple free large boba after we bought 4 or 5 more with no stamp card.
And guess what? I found my new favorite boba and it is a bit more expensive too, $ 4.55. I saw on a post of a boba tea with red bean in it. I asked the lady and she showed me Red Bean Lover. It is basically coconut milk blended with ice and add boba, jellies and red bean in it.
She hoped I will like it. Oh yeah, I love it! hehe…

I love Lollicup! I had my first boba on a date at a little rinky-​dink restaurant that no longer exists, and although it was a little strange at first, I found myself craving it a few weeks later. After a quick google search I found this place and tried it out. Not only was it BETTER than the drink I had before, the consistency was incredible.
ALWAYS order the SNOW with boba. Its like a soft superfine slushie and I’ve had nothing as good or delicious as it since. I always get mango flavor. You can never go wrong with mango. And you MUST (absolutely must) get it with boba. My husband and I like to wait a few minutes before we start drinking to give the boba a chance to get a little bit frozen. So good. And yes, once they start to freeze they’re too fat to fit up the straw anymore so you’ll always have 10 or so lingering at the bottom. We just tear our plastic lid off and use the straw to stab them and eat them up. :)
We’ve filled up two and a half punch cards so far.
The woman who works there is always so nice and looks very beautiful and professional.
It is a little on the spendy side and out pretty far west, but it is definitely worth the drive and the price. Every time. I’ve never been disappointed.

Oh how nice it is to see a familar place. We have lollicup in California as well, but in Cali we also serve like snack foods like popcorn chicken and brick toast even to go lunch food too. With that aside I’m just happy to know that there’s a decent boba place out here in Utah compared to Lunas.
I like to get my typical taro milk tea without boba. This is a purple drink. Taro might not be for everyone especially out in Utah. It is a little different. It doesnt have a fruity taste to it. It has a taste all of its own that is kinda hard to describe. I would just say you have to try it to find out if you like it or not. What I like about here is that it’s not overly sweet like Luna’s boba drinks.
The owner here is very nice. She’ll help you find something to your taste if you’re unsure on what you want.