Royal Tea House
Inside Royal Tea House
Royal Tea House is a bubble tea café tucked inside Dragon City Mall along Centre Street in Calgary’s Chinatown. It serves as a quieter spot where shoppers and locals can pause for a refreshing break amid the bustle. The atmosphere is calm compared to other food stalls nearby, making it suitable for a casual meetup or a low-key moment to unwind.
The menu leans heavily into bubble tea classics with a few unique twists, including options like cheese-topped matcha drinks, brown sugar pearl milk teas, and fruit-forward offerings like mango sago in coconut milk and fresh strawberry milk. The ability to customize sugar levels and ice means visitors can tailor their drinks to personal preference, which is a thoughtful feature appreciated by those sensitive to sweetness.
Service at Royal Tea House can be on the slower side, especially on busy weekend afternoons, likely due to a smaller team managing a large menu. If you’re short on time, a weekday visit might offer a smoother experience. The seating policy requires ordering before sitting, and outside drinks are not permitted, which keeps the environment orderly though slightly formal for a mall café.
The café also offers a modest selection of snacks such as egg waffles, though some find them on the sweeter end. Beyond drinks, what stands out is the local community aspect—on certain days, especially in the evenings, the adjoining karaoke setup sees Chinese elders gathering for singing and dancing, adding a cultural warmth to the space.
Best time to visit: A quieter weekday afternoon when staff can accommodate orders more promptly. Best for: bubble tea enthusiasts looking for a broad range of flavors with customization, and anyone who appreciates a more relaxed café break during shopping.
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