So happy that a Cha Time opened in this area. It's just steps from the College subway station, super convenient. While it does have a steady flow of customers, I have been a few times now and never had to wait more than 5 minutes. This location doesn't have the same crazy lineups like the original one at Bay/Dundas.
The space is nice and bright, with a few tables. I usually get my tea to go, but I often see Ryerson students sitting in groups studying. They are part of the Vicinity rewards program so you can collect points every time you buy something and earn free drinks.
As for the tea itself, it's the same great Cha Time menu and you can adjust the ice and sugar levels to your liking. The classic black pearl milk tea is always good, but I also like the brown rice tea, coconut milk tea, and caramel milk tea. I haven't tried their hot tea lattes yet. The tapioca consistency is usually good, although once the pearls were a bit too firm.
Service is always friendly and polite.
This is my new go-to if I'm just looking for my bubble tea fix. If I want somewhere a bit more serene to sit and stay for a while, I prefer Jule on Carlton.