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The Alley

10 reviews$$$$Closed11am - 9pm
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๐Ÿ“5665 Balboa Ave Space 104, San Diego, CA 92111, United States, San Diego, CA 92111, US
๐Ÿ“ž(619) 538-6490
๐ŸŒthe-alley.us
Business Hours
Monday
11am - 9pm
Tuesday
11am - 9pm
Wednesday
11am - 9pm
Thursday
11am - 9pm
Friday
11am - 10pm
Saturday
11am - 10pm
Sunday
11am - 9pm

*Business hours may change on holidays

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๐Ÿ“5665 Balboa Ave Space 104, San Diego, CA 92111, United States, San Diego, CA 92111, US
๐Ÿ“ž(619) 538-6490
๐ŸŒthe-alley.us
Business Hours
Monday
11am - 9pm
Tuesday
11am - 9pm
Wednesday
11am - 9pm
Thursday
11am - 9pm
Friday
11am - 10pm
Saturday
11am - 10pm
Sunday
11am - 9pm

*Business hours may change on holidays

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About

The Alley is a modern bubble tea shop on Balboa Ave in San Diego, known for handcrafted drinks built around house-made sugar cane syrup. Their signature Brown Sugar Deerioca drinks have earned a loyal following, and seasonal offerings keep the menu fresh throughout the year. The space has a casual, contemporary feel that suits everything from quick solo visits to group hangouts and date nights. Guests consistently praise the friendly staff and the wide variety of drink options. The menu also extends to desserts, including Basque cheesecakes that pair well with their boba drinks.

Highlights

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Signature Deerioca drinksThe Brown Sugar Deerioca milk tea is a fan favorite and utterly photogenic.
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Basque cheesecake pairingsFresh Basque cheesecakes are available to enjoy alongside your boba order.
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Seasonal and collab menusLimited-time flavors and pop-culture collabs keep the lineup exciting.
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House-made sugar syrupEvery drink is sweetened with The Alley's own handcrafted sugar cane syrup.

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