Nekotea

After the success of the first address in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés quarter, the second Nekotea, a bubble tea shop and more, was opened in the Asian quarter, 13th arrondissement.  Going through a hidden façade that we just recognize by a huge rose truss, the world of a variety of flavored bubble tea, also choices of desserts (bing su, mochi ice cream, taiyaki), and a special banh mi are waiting for you.

Bubble tea with quality assured

The first thing you can notice when entering Nekotea is the pink decoration with a giant cherry plant that "blooms" every day of the year, a hidden spot if you missed the spring in Paris.

But the most important thing that counts is the quality of its teas and toppings. Like at the first Nekotea Paris 6, the materials and ingredients they use are imported directly from Taiwan, and the Nekotea team also makes its own toppings and each address has its own "homemade" recipes. If it's difficult to choose from the dozens of drinks and toppings, do not hesitate to ask the staff. They can help you to choose your best drink and show you the newest seasonal recipe. We will review the most popular drinks at Nekotea Paris 13, which can maybe help you narrow down your choice.

Strawberry & Passion Fruit Green Tea with cream cheese

The most interesting part of this drink is the cream cheese on top. Combined with the delicious cream, a fruit tea like strawberry and passion fruit balances the flavor. They use fresh passion fruit so if you like the texture of this amazing fruit, no more topping is needed.

Melon Milk Tea with tapioca

If you like something more "classic", milk tea with tapioca is a must. Milk tea is a safe choice for winter and also summertime, with chewing tapioca topping, you will not be wrong.

Lychee Yuzu Green tea with lychee jelly

The perfect summer drink that you can find only at Nekotea 13. When it's hot, cold fruit tea with citrus fruit like yuzu, lime, or orange is very refreshing. Sweet, sour fruit with a bit bitter of tea, everything just works together. If you want the topping to have more texture, lychee jelly is very recommended.

O'bon Paris' tip

At Nekotea, you can find at least one choice that suits you, whether you like, or if you prefer common or discover special flavors.

The place is welcoming, not too big but suitable for an afternoon with friends or to take a "break" while trying Asian food around the district.

Author & Photos: Phan Thanh Thuy