Not Your Average Bubble Tea. The Asian Café Experience.
Tea House Boba is Ireland's only premium bubble tea and Asian street food franchise — a complete café concept that goes far beyond drinks alone. Proven since 2019, from £60,000.
Already exceeded first-year targets
The Real Deal
Not just bubble tea —
a proper café experience
Unlike drinks-only concepts, Tea House Boba combines premium handcrafted bubble tea with Asian street food — a complete café experience that drives higher average spend and longer dwell time in every location.
Signature Drinks
Asian Street Food
The Market Opportunity
Bubble tea is one of the fastest-growing
sectors in UK beverages
Gen Z and millennial consumers are driving explosive demand for premium, customisable drinks — and there's still huge white space across Ireland and the UK.
Explosive Growth
The global bubble tea market is growing at double-digit rates annually with no sign of slowing.
High Margins
Beverages deliver 80–85% of revenue with strong product margins and low ingredient costs.
Loyal Audience
Our Gen Z and millennial customers are repeat visitors driven by flavour, aesthetics and culture.
No Real Competitor Here
No bubble tea and Asian street food café operates across Ireland — open territory for the right brand.
projected global bubble tea market value by 2027 — and the UK is just getting started.
Boba tea is now consumed almost as frequently as coffee and smoothies among under-35s in major UK cities.
Two Formats
Choose the model that fits your
ambition and location
Both formats come with identical training, supply chain access, and ongoing support. The difference is scale — and opportunity.
Kiosk
Compact Kiosk
40–100 sq ft. Perfect for shopping centres, transport hubs, universities, and high-footfall locations. Lower investment, faster to launch.
Finance available for qualified applicants via our preferred partner, Satellite Finance"
Shopfront
Full Shopfront
800–1,000 sq ft. The full Tea House Boba experience — sit-in seating, full menu of beverages and Asian street food, maximum brand impact.
Finance available for qualified applicants via our preferred partner, Satellite Finance"What You Get
You're never on your own
Every Tea House Boba franchisee gets a complete support package from day one — and we stay with you as you grow.
5-Day In-Store Training
Hands-on training in Belfast covering every drink, every system, and every aspect of daily operations before you open.
Dedicated Consultant
Your own Franchise Business Consultant with quarterly reviews, operational guidance, and coaching from day one.
Exclusive Supply Chain
Wholesale access to all ingredients via Atlantic Boba — our own warehouse in Carryduff, NI. No third-party markups. 24–48hr delivery.
Site Selection
Expert guidance identifying and evaluating high-traffic locations. We help you analyse footfall and negotiate lease terms.
Marketing & Social
Templates, brand assets, launch campaign guidance and social media strategy — proven to drive footfall from day one.
Operations Manual
Comprehensive, regularly updated manual covering every aspect of running your location to brand standard.
Grand Opening Support
Our team will be on the ground with you for opening day — helping you launch with impact and confidence.
Ongoing Innovation
New products developed centrally and introduced with full training, recipe cards, and launch support — you always stay fresh.
Opening Tea House Boba in Dungannon was the best business decision I made. The support team guided me through every step — from site selection to staff training. I've already exceeded my first-year targets and I'm planning to expand further.
The Journey
From enquiry to opening day
in five steps
Initial Enquiry
Complete the form or email us. We'll send you the full info pack.
Discovery Call
A conversation with James to explore your goals, location and budget.
Site Selection
We help identify and evaluate your ideal location together.
Training & Setup
5-day in-store training in Belfast before you open your doors.
Grand Opening
We're with you on day one — and long after.
Food Partnership
Asian street food,
sorted from day one
Tea House Boba is more than bubble tea — our menu includes premium Asian street food items that drive additional revenue and keep customers longer. We partner with specialist UK suppliers to give franchisees access to quality ingredients they couldn't source independently.
Dumplings
Dumplings from approved UK suppliers
Asian Street Snacks
Takoyaki, skewers, and hot bites — the items that drive footfall and upsells
Ready Supply Chain
Approved suppliers already vetted — no sourcing headaches for franchisees
Food items account for up to 15% of revenue — a meaningful uplift with minimal additional operational complexity.
FAQ
Common questions
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Do I need food or hospitality experience?
Not at all. Our 5-day training programme covers everything — from crafting drinks to managing staff to running day-to-day operations. Passion and drive matter more than industry background.
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Is finance available?
Yes. We have a preferred finance partner who can assist qualified applicants with funding. We'll introduce you during the discovery stage.
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What territories are available?
We're actively expanding across Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, and the wider UK. We offer exclusive territorial rights within your defined area. Please enquire to check availability in your location.
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What does the 3% royalty cover?
The 3% monthly royalty — one of the lowest in the UK franchise market — covers your dedicated Franchise Business Consultant, ongoing operational support, supply chain access, marketing resources, and continued innovation.
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How long is the franchise term?
The initial franchise term is 10 years, renewable. You'll have the security of an established brand and long-term exclusivity in your territory.
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Where do ingredients come from?
All franchisees benefit from exclusive access to our wholesale supply chain via Atlantic Boba, our own ingredient business based in Carryduff, Northern Ireland. This means competitive prices, short lead times, and no dependency on overseas shipping.
Ready to start?
Request your free
franchise info pack
Fill in the form below and we'll send you the full prospectus within 24 hours — no obligation, no pressure.
Our Community
A brand people
already love
When you open a Tea House Boba, you're not starting from zero. You're joining a brand with a loyal, engaged following — and a community that talks about us online every day.
Instagram
@teahousebobabelfast
TikTok
@teahouse.boba
Instagram followers & growing
Our loyal community actively shares their Tea House Boba moments — free marketing for every franchisee, every day.