Boba Run is a local Vancouver-based boba tea chain that strives to bring healthier options without compromising flavour and challenging traditional boba tea norms. Their menu is crafted without powder and artificial additives, focusing on fresh organic ingredients. Handmaking their syrups in-house and using organic cane sugar and natural fruit allows for unwavering confidence that every sip meets your expectations.
Boba Run’s menu includes drinks you won’t find at other boba spots in the city. Their most popular drink, the Honeycomb Dalgona latte, features hand-beaten coffee in your choice of a dairy or dairy alternative base and topped with crunchy honeycomb pieces. With a wide selection of creative drinks, customers would be satisfied with Banana Milk lattes, Yu-ja Match slush, and Korean Oat ‘N Barley Latte.
With each drink, Boba Run offers different drinks to level up your drink, from the classic chewy boba pearls and lychee jelly to more uncommon toppings like crystal boba, organic chia, banana milk pudding or honeycomb dalgona. With their importance to health, Boba Run provides an excellent option for boba enthusiasts to try something new and different.
Pricing + Promotion
Boba beverage prices can vary depending on the location and the specific drink ordered. Generally, drinks costs $5 to $7. However, prices may be higher or lower depending on factors such as the size of the drink, additional toppings or customizations.
Boba Run offers weekday $5 deals on five of its drinks. Each subsequent day, they offer a Cafe Latte, Earl Grey Latte, Hojicha Latte, Genmaicha Latte, and Hong Kong Milk Tea. They also offer specialty drinks for a limited time to entice people to try them. Recently, they participated in the Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival, offering a Willy Wonka-inspired Blueberry and Cream hot chocolate paired with a mini Wonka bar.
My opinion
As a local staple in the Gastown area, I can’t help but stop by and get a drink there every time. Their drinks are so different from those of other boba shops, and it is interesting to try their new creations. It is a really great alternative to the more processed boba spots, and being made with real ingredients makes drinking it less guilty. This is a must-try for everyone who loves boba.
Final Ranking: S Tier - Amazing flavour and taste! Amazing Overall
