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The Alley

Artisan craft meets premium tea in every signature Deerioca pearl.

Downtown
4.4$ & $$
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The Alley establishes a global standard for premium Taiwanese bubble tea through its dedication to authentic craftsmanship and high-quality ingredients. Signature offerings center on meticulously prepared tapioca pearls, known as Deerioca, which are simmered in a proprietary brown sugar syrup to ensure a precise chewy texture. The menu emphasizes a sophisticated balance of imported tea leaves and fresh dairy or non-dairy alternatives to construct complex, layered flavor profiles. Innovative beverages like the Brown Sugar Deerioca Series highlight the brand commitment to visual presentation and consistency across every serving. Patrons experience a focused selection of handcrafted fruit-infused teas and smooth milk-based drinks designed for immediate enjoyment. Each cup reflects rigorous quality control measures that prioritize the integrity of the base tea notes while integrating modern topping textures into the beverage architecture.

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4.4204 ratings
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67%
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16%
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4.4204 ratings
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The Alley is frequently recognized as a top destination for authentic and high-quality bubble tea in Montreal, praised for its fresh ingredients, perfectly cooked tapioca, and diverse menu options that cater to various tastes. Most visitors highlight the cozy atmosphere, clean environment, and friendly service, with many customers considering it their go-to spot for both fruity and milk-based drinks. While the majority of feedback is positive and emphasizes the consistency of the beverages, some patrons have expressed disappointment regarding specific flavor profiles, occasional errors in orders, or concerns about beverage sweetness levels. Despite a few mixed experiences concerning consistency, the shop remains a popular and aesthetically pleasing choice for those seeking a premium tea experience.
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Marianne
3.0

The tea was really good, but the service was not... They didn't give the right order to my friend. Also it took more than 15 minutes to receive our orders & the place was almost empty. The casier had trouble understanding French or English.. that's sad because the bubble teas were so good!!

Aug 12, 2024
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Andy
5.0

No matter where you are in the world, The Alley consistently delivers on high quality boba especially in a place that doesn't typically have artisan boba available. I'm a self-proclaimed boba connoisseur so I fully expected to enjoy this drink, & I did. They offer a variety of high quality milk & fruit tea beverages, & even offer non-dairy milk which made it the ideal situation for myself. I went with a Jasmine Soy Milk Tea Latte with Boba & it was refreshingly perfect. Boba was soft & satisfying, the milk tea had the perfect level of sweetness to it, & I was happy. Service was friendly & quick, & the decor inside had The Alley's trademark antlers welcoming guests to the shop. Definitely recommend as a spot for boba if you're downtown.

Aug 9, 2024
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Bryan
5.0

Amazing boba

Aug 3, 2024
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Diana
5.0

Good bubble tea in the area

Jul 29, 2024
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Kid
4.0

I went during their collaboration with Spy X Family & the interior design was so cute. The place is already cosy & friendly to begin with so the addition of the cute merchandise only made it better in my opinion. The drinks were pretty good, better than a lot of other places I have been to. The tapioca were a bit chewier than what I would have liked but they were still pretty good. The service was smiling & they were all very friendly & patient, it was a great experience. One thing that I feel like it is not as good as other places is probably the size. Compared to some other chains, the size of the drinks are a bit small for the price.

Jul 19, 2024
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Nada
5.0

I adore their deerioca boba tea, the best in town in my opinion 🧋❤️

Jul 17, 2024
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Elly
5.0

delicious boba! the seating area is very cozy. i asked to add tapioca to a drink & they said that it wasn't possible so i had to take another drink... waiting for the drink was a bit long but it was worth it at the end, the flavours were so fresh & refreshing ;)

Jun 28, 2024
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Julie
4.0

Unfortunately, they forgot to add my extra topping on my drink. The drink was delicious but the service could have been better.

Jun 28, 2024
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TANIA
5.0

Brown sugar deerioca is my go to bubble tea!

Jun 23, 2024
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AWildDdalki
5.0

One of my favorite bubble tea places! The sizing is perfect for me, but is rather small compared to some other places (for the same price). However, the tapioca pearls are very good & of better quality than more popular stores. I've had the tiramisu one, & it was sooo good! All the drinks I've tried so far were really good & not too sweet:)

Jun 10, 2024
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