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Gong Cha Menu Prices 2026: Full List, Toppings & Best Value

Gong Cha is one of the world's most recognized bubble tea brands, born in Kaohsiung, Taiwan in 2006 and now spanning more than 1,900 locations across 25+ countries. Every drink starts with premium whole-leaf tea sourced from Taiwan, Vietnam, and Sri Lanka, slow-grown at over 1,000 meters altitude, then freshly brewed and paired with your choice of sugar level, ice level, and toppings.

200+ U.S. locations1,900+ worldwideFully customizable drinks
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Signature items

Brown Sugar Milk with Pearls$6.50
Taro Milk Tea with Pearls$6.25
QQ Passionfruit Green Tea$5.75
Black Milk Tea with Pearl$5.75
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Quick answers

What to order — at a glance

Cheapest drink
Plain Tea (no toppings) $4.50
Most popular
Brown Sugar Milk with Pearls $6.50

Best seller worldwide

Best value topping
Tapioca Pearls (Boba) $0.75
Newest seasonal
Matcha Strawberry Milk Tea $6.25
Full menu with prices

Gong Cha full menu and current prices

Prices are national U.S. averages as of 2026 and vary by location. Confirm current prices at your nearest Gong Cha.
Milk Teas9 itemsFruit Teas7 itemsSlushes & Blended5 itemsLattes & Coffee5 itemsToppings7 items
Budget picks

Cheapest items on the Gong Cha menu

  1. 1Lemon Green Tea (no topping)Most affordable drink on the menu$5.25
  2. 2Lychee Green Tea$5.50
  3. 3Peach Green Tea$5.50
  4. 4Mango Green Tea$5.50
  5. 5Strawberry Green Tea$5.50
  6. 6Black Milk Tea with Pearl$5.75
  7. 7Jasmine Milk Tea$5.75
  8. 8Oolong Milk Tea$5.75
  9. 9Earl Grey Milk TeaAny classic milk tea base without toppings$5.75
What's new

New and limited-time items on the Gong Cha menu

Seasonal

Matcha Strawberry Milk Tea

Matcha tea blended with sweet strawberry for a creamy, fruity, and refreshing seasonal drink.

$6.25
Customization guide

Popular Gong Cha drinks: sizes, sugar, and ice levels

Most Gong Cha drinks come in Medium (M) and Large (L). Sugar and ice are fully customizable at 0%, 30%, 50%, 70%, or 100%.

DrinkMediumLarge
Brown Sugar Milk with Pearls$6.50$7.25
Taro Milk Tea with Pearls$6.25$7.00
Black Milk Tea with Pearl$5.75$6.50
QQ Passionfruit Green Tea$5.75$6.50
Matcha Strawberry Milk Tea$6.25$7.00
Passion Fruit Slush$5.75$6.50
Price comparison

How Gong Cha prices compare to Tiger Sugar, Chatime, and Kung Fu Tea

Like-for-like comparison of common bubble tea categories at major U.S. chains.

CategoryGong ChaTiger SugarChatimeKung Fu Tea
Classic Milk Tea (no topping)$5.75$6.00$5.50$5.25
Brown Sugar Signature$6.50$6.75$6.25$5.75
Fruit Tea$5.50$5.75$5.25$5.00
Taro Milk Tea$6.25$6.50$5.75$5.50
Topping add-on (pearls)$0.75$0.75$0.75$0.65
About

About Gong Cha

Gong Cha was founded in 2006 in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, with a name that translates roughly to "tribute tea" — a nod to the historic tradition of presenting the finest teas to Chinese emperors. The brand built its reputation on sourcing premium whole-leaf teas from high-altitude estates in Taiwan, Vietnam, and Sri Lanka, then brewing each cup fresh to order rather than relying on pre-mixed powders or concentrates. That commitment to quality helped Gong Cha expand rapidly from a single shop to a global franchise network.

Today, Gong Cha operates more than 1,900 locations across 25+ countries, with over 200 in the United States. The U.S. footprint is concentrated in coastal cities and areas with large Asian-American communities, though new locations continue to open in the Midwest and Southeast. Every Gong Cha menu follows a consistent structure of milk teas, fruit teas, slushes, lattes, and a wide array of add-on toppings — letting guests customize sugar level (0%, 30%, 50%, 70%, or 100%), ice level, and toppings on every single order.

Gong Cha's best-selling drink worldwide is the Brown Sugar Milk with Pearls — a caffeine-free blend of fresh milk, rich brown sugar syrup, and chewy tapioca pearls that has driven the brand's breakout popularity in North America. The chain also introduced a mobile app and loyalty rewards program in the U.S., making it easier than ever for regulars to save custom orders and earn points toward free drinks.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does Gong Cha cost?

Most Gong Cha drinks range from $5.25 to $6.75 for a medium size. Plain fruit teas without toppings start around $5.25, while specialty items like the Brown Sugar Milk with Pearls cost around $6.50. Each topping add-on (boba, jelly, pudding) typically adds $0.75.

What is Gong Cha's most popular drink?

The Brown Sugar Milk with Pearls is Gong Cha's best seller worldwide. It combines fresh milk with rich brown sugar syrup and chewy tapioca pearls, and it's caffeine-free — making it popular for all ages. The Black Milk Tea with Pearl and Taro Milk Tea are close runners-up.

Can I customize sugar and ice at Gong Cha?

Yes — every Gong Cha drink is fully customizable. You can choose your sugar level at 0%, 30%, 50%, 70%, or 100%, and your ice level at no ice, less ice, regular ice, or extra ice. You can also choose which toppings (or none) you'd like added.

Does Gong Cha have dairy-free options?

Yes. Most fruit teas and slushes at Gong Cha are dairy-free, and the Brown Sugar Milk with Pearls can be made dairy-free at some locations using plant-based milk. Ask your barista about milk substitutions. Always confirm allergen info at your specific location.

What toppings does Gong Cha offer?

Gong Cha offers a wide range of toppings, typically including tapioca pearls (boba), coconut jelly, pudding (egg pudding), aloe vera jelly, red bean, herbal jelly (grass jelly), and white pearls. Most toppings cost around $0.75 each. The QQ designation on drinks like QQ Passionfruit Green Tea means the drink comes with multiple toppings ("QQ" means chewy in Taiwanese slang).

Is Gong Cha the same as Gong Cha Korea?

Gong Cha originated in Taiwan (2006) and expanded globally. South Korea became one of its largest markets, and Korean-style Gong Cha locations have influenced certain menu items and aesthetics. The U.S. chain (gongchausa.com) is the same brand with a menu tailored for American locations. Some regional differences in items and pricing do exist.

Where is Gong Cha located in the United States?

Gong Cha has 200+ U.S. locations, concentrated in California, New York, New Jersey, Texas, and other states with large Asian-American populations. New locations are opening regularly across the Midwest and Southeast. Use the store locator at gongchausa.com to find the nearest location.

Does Gong Cha have a loyalty rewards program?

Yes. Gong Cha has a mobile app (iOS and Android) with a loyalty rewards program. You earn points on every purchase, which can be redeemed for free drinks. The app also lets you save custom orders (your preferred sugar, ice, and toppings) for fast reordering.

How does Gong Cha compare to Kung Fu Tea and Chatime?

All three are major Taiwanese-origin bubble tea chains with U.S. locations. Gong Cha emphasizes whole-leaf tea quality and a clean, premium aesthetic. Kung Fu Tea has more locations (300+) and slightly lower prices on average. Chatime is also widely available and similarly priced. Gong Cha's brown sugar and taro offerings are widely considered among the best in the category.