Welcome to Purple Kow
Purple Kow, a popular spot in San Francisco, offers a delightful combination of bubble tea, desserts, and coffee & tea. With a focus on quality and creativity, Purple Kow stands out for its diverse menu and inviting atmosphere. The brand prides itself on providing excellent customer service and ensuring a memorable dining experience. From their unique bubble tea flavors to their delectable desserts, Purple Kow is a must-try for anyone looking to satisfy their sweet cravings. Don't miss out on the chance to indulge in a truly delightful culinary adventure at Purple Kow.
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3620 Balboa St San Francisco, CA 94121 Hotline: (415) 387-9009
Located on Balboa Street in San Francisco, Purple Kow is a hidden gem that offers a unique blend of bubble tea, desserts, and coffee & tea. This cozy spot is perfect for a casual hangout or a quick pick-me-up, with options for delivery, takeout, and even catering.
Purple Kow is known for its vibrant and whimsical atmosphere, making it a great place for families with kids. The gender-neutral restrooms and bike parking options show a commitment to inclusivity and accessibility.
As a food reviewer of Restaurant World, I have personally visited Purple Kow and can attest to the quality of their offerings. The bubble tea is a standout, with a variety of flavors to choose from, and the desserts are a sweet treat that shouldn't be missed.
Overall, Purple Kow offers a fun and welcoming experience for anyone looking to satisfy their cravings for delicious drinks and desserts. Whether you're in the mood for a relaxing coffee or a refreshing bubble tea, Purple Kow has something for everyone.
We really enjoy their D1 which is a very delicious drink. This is also one of the few boba shops that really gives you your money's worth of boba; so much so that we ask for less boba now.
I recently visited this place and really enjoyed the snacks they offer. The garlic wings and salt and pepper chicken nuggets were delicious and juicy. I would definitely get them again if we want something quick to grub. The atmosphere at Purple is cozy and comfortable. It's a nice spot to hang out with friends. The decor is simple but nice. The service was good. The staff were friendly and made sure we had what we needed. Overall, this Purple Kow gets 5 stars from me. If you want good food in a nice setting with friendly service, give it a try!
don't order red bean it's literally a bean staff polite but will roll eyes at you if you ask stupid questions boba vat ergonomic af great spot for vlogs
High Mountain Oolong Crema: I love a good milk tea drink with stronggg tea flavor and this one does not disappoint!! Might be one of the best oolongs I've had! For toppings, boba is good but the green tea jelly is even better!! The green tea jelly has a strong jasmine green tea flavor and not too sweet! Salt & Pepper Chicken Nuggets: Can never go wrong with their SUPER SPICY chicken!! Crispy, big pieces and so good with rice (does not come with rice tho)!!
Got a haircut near 30th and Clement. Order my drink online, my ride arrived 5 minutes later. Got here and my drink still wasn't ready. The place was freezing. I asked if I could close the door while waiting. She said NO. For 5 star for drink. 3 star for service and attitude. 4 star average.
One of my most treasured boba places that I always find myself coming back to. So many memories here as I came often back in high school. My absolute favorite is the D3! Have to give this a try as it's so unique, I've never had this anywhere else! 50% is the perfect sweetness but sometimes I opt for 25% which is good too. Anything above 50% is honestly too sweet but up to the person! D3 Caramel & Pudding & Boba - Split Cup 5/5 I love that they have the option to do a split cup cuz their regular cup is chubby!!! Split size is the perfect size for me! D10: Pistachio & Matcha Pudding & Boba 5/5 Usually I wouldn't opt for Pistachio but my partner ordered it and I stole some sips. It was actually really delicious, might have to get it next time if I ever get tired of the D3. Come try out my favorite boba spot ever!!!
There's usually a line out the door but we came in the afternoon and it wasn't too busy. Ample street parking. Our favorite is the D3, all D3's in the photo! The pudding, boba, caramel and milk combo can't be found elsewhere. Spicy chicken is always good, the pieces today were large. Garlic fries is also a must! Worth the drive every time I come to the bay.
Their cups are not the usual size or shape of the ones I'm used to from other boba shops as they're short & wide and appear to hold more. Had a milk tea with pudding and boba. Was good and not too sweet as Asians like to say. My daughter ordered garlic wings, Tobango wings and garlic fries to share. The wings were all freshly fried "flats" and were surprisingly large, juicy and full of flavor.
Stopped in for a sweet treat and visiting from Vegas! I tried the strawberry chocolate pudding and it was GOOD. The sizing threw me off a bit because I wasn't anticipating it to be so big - I'm used to smaller boba cups instead of the bowl type cup. I love this place because they ask how much sugar you'd like in your drink and I thought this was really nice. For someone who has to actively watch their blood sugar, this is essential! Shout out to the cashier who advised the drink is already sweet, so it's best to go with less sugar.
Tried the toffee QQ half sweet with oat milk. Everything was good. The cups are huge and don't fit in a cup holder. Might be hard for little hands to hang on to. Seating available inside. Parking could be challenging. We waited 5 minutes, there was no one in-front of us. Straws look like compostable, hoping it doesn't get soggy before I finish. I like to take my time and enjoy it all afternoon.