Opening hours
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Typical hours for bubble tea stores in Hawaii
Most bubble tea stores in Hawaii open around 10:30 AM and close around 9:00 PM on weekdays; 100% are open on Sundays and 20% stay open until 10 PM or later.
Based on 25 similar places in our guide.
Location & directions
1221 Kilauea AvenueHilo, HI 96720
About Project Boba
Project Boba is a bubble tea store you'll find at 1221 Kilauea Avenue in Hilo, Hawaii. Our Hilo guide covers 152 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Quick facts
- Category
- Bubble Tea Store
- Address
- 1221 Kilauea Avenue, Hilo, HI 96720
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Popular times (typical for bubble tea stores)
Bubble tea stores are usually busiest around 10 AM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 7 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns and the usual opening hours of bubble tea stores in Hawaii.
Typical prices for bubble tea stores in Hawaii
Based on 5 menus with 399 priced items from bubble tea stores in Hawaii, the median menu item costs $7.49, and half of all items are priced between $6.99 and $8.49.
We don’t have Project Boba’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what bubble tea stores in Hawaii typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Taro Smoothie | 80% | $8.79 |
| Pina Colada Smoothie | 80% | $9.09 |
| Brown Sugar Milk Tea | 80% | $7.99 |
| Caramel Frappe | 60% | $8.79 |
| Mocha Frappe | 60% | $8.79 |
| Matcha Frappe | 60% | $8.79 |
| Thai Tea Frappe | 60% | $8.79 |
| Vietnamese Coffee Frappe | 60% | $8.79 |
Calculated from 5 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
What bubble tea stores usually offer
Across 243 bubble tea stores in our guide with detailed profiles:
- 5% offer takeout
- 91% offer delivery
- 99% have dine-in seating
- 88% have a wheelchair-accessible entrance
- 98% accept mobile payments
Ask Project Boba directly to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Project Boba there are 18 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 47 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (7), Asian & Pacific (5), Bakeries & Desserts (5), and Japanese & Sushi (4).
Competition is light: 2 other bubble tea stores are within a mile and 4 within three miles. The closest is Big Island Pearl Tea, 0.5 mi away.
2 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Bakeries & DessertsThe Hawaiian Breeze< 0.1 mi
- SeafoodHappy Valley Seafood Restaurant< 0.1 mi
- Indian & South AsianKamana Kitchen< 0.1 mi
- PizzaLittle Caesars< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsOla Brew< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a bubble tea store
Coffee shops and cafes run from drive-through espresso stands and national chains to independent roasters and neighborhood cafes with pastries, light breakfast and lunch. Many double as workspaces with Wi-Fi and outlets, while others focus on quick takeaway service.
What to order
- Drip coffee or a pour-over – the best way to taste a roaster’s beans
- Latte or cappuccino – the most ordered espresso drinks
- Cold brew – smoother and stronger, especially popular in summer
- A pastry or breakfast sandwich – many cafes bake in house
Good to know
- Mobile ordering skips the morning line at chains and many independents.
- Plant-based milks and extra shots usually add a small charge.
- Some cafes limit laptop use at busy times – look for posted policies.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Project Boba located?
Project Boba is located at 1221 Kilauea Avenue, Hilo, HI 96720.
What else is near Project Boba?
There are 47 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Project Boba. Nearby options include The Hawaiian Breeze (< 0.1 mi), Happy Valley Seafood Restaurant (< 0.1 mi), and Kamana Kitchen (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other bubble tea stores near Project Boba?
2 other bubble tea stores within a mile. The closest is Big Island Pearl Tea, 0.5 mi away.
How much do bubble tea stores in Hawaii cost?
Based on 5 menus with 399 priced items from bubble tea stores in Hawaii, the median menu item costs $7.49, and half of all items are priced between $6.99 and $8.49.
Nearby places
All in Hilo
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