The Boring Cafe x Sprino Tea

24 9th Avenue Edenburg, Rivonia, Johannesburg, 2128, South Africa
+27 74 300 8888
$$$ Cafe , Bubble tea store , Collectibles store , Restaurant , Toy store
(43 Reviews)
Price Range R 50–100

Nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of Rivonia, Johannesburg, The Boring Cafe x Sprino Tea is far from mundane; it's a delightful haven for coffee, tea, and food enthusiasts alike. Offering a unique blend of traditional Taiwanese cuisine and a delightful array of drinks, this cafe serves not just beverages but a memorable experience.

As you step inside, the charming ambiance greets you with a mix of cozy furniture and a warm, inviting atmosphere. This is more than just a place to grab a quick drink; it’s a local community hub perfect for catching up with friends or settling in with your laptop to work amidst the hum of friendly chatter. The decor, thoughtfully chosen, enhances the experience, making comfort a priority and ensuring that every hour spent here is enjoyable.

The menu here boasts an impressive variety of offerings. Start with their Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup, bursting with authentic flavors; it’s a hearty dish that’ll transport you right to the streets of Taiwan with tender, succulent beef and handmade noodles that are pure indulgence. For a lighter option, try the duck rice or the tantalizing calamari fried balls, seasoned to perfection and reminiscent of a bustling night market. And don’t overlook their innovative drinks—imagine indulging in an espresso bubble tea, a first in South Africa, that beautifully melds the energy of coffee with the playful texture of bubble tea.

Customers rave about their experiences at The Boring Cafe. Joshua Visser highlights its dual functionality as a workspace, praising the delicious drinks and vibrant ambiance, while Kiandra Casey mentions the super-friendly staff and a variety of drink choices, making it clear that this cafe prioritizes customer satisfaction. If bubble tea is your passion, Sophia Lee declares it one of her favorites, celebrating unique options like iced fruit teas with grape jelly—a refreshing treat.

If you're hunting for that perfect cozy spot or a place to explore new flavors, The Boring Cafe x Sprino Tea should be at the top of your list. With its delicious and authentic offerings, paired with a welcoming atmosphere and excellent service, it’s destined to become your new favorite spot. Swing by—whether for a quick bite or a leisurely day of working and sipping, you’ll find that The Boring Cafe is anything but!

Service options
Outdoor seating
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Lunch
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Coffee
Quick bite
Small plates
Dining options
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Trendy
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Parking
Free parking lot
Parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed inside
Dogs allowed outside
Openings Hours

Monday

10:00 AM - 07:00 PM

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 07:00 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 07:00 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 07:00 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 07:00 PM

43 Reviews
Joshua Visser

11 Sep 2025

Place to plug your laptop in, delicious drinks, and a great ambiance. The fist place in South Africa that could put an espresso in bubble tea. A new favorite that I would recommend to anyone. P.S They paid extra for great furniture, which makes for a great seating experience. 10/10

Rose Cowell

11 Aug 2025

It’s a very nice quiet and also buzzing place I enjoyed their beef noodles multiple times and their Duck rice drinks are amazing too

Robert Laithwaite

30 Jul 2025

Super cute hideaway spot! Super cute design and really enjoyed the boba! Will have to come back for the coffee though to test it out

Kiandra Casey

07 Jul 2025

Heard about this place on Instagram, and was not disappointed! The staff were super friendly. They have a nice variety of drinks and food. I really enjoyed my vanilla latte. Next time, I will definitely sit down for food ! They also have pop mart and other blind boxes for sale. Will definitely be back !

Po-Kai Cheng

04 Jul 2025

Boring cafe has a lot of variety of drinks from coffee to bubble tea. Additionally, they also have a traditional Taiwanese food menu and we decided to order some. The food does taste authentic and very delicious. A great cafe to work at, have a drink and have something to eat.

Sophia Lee

25 Jun 2025

The Boring Cafe has become one of my favourite place for bubble tea, apart from your typical bubble tea, there were iced fruit teas with grape jelly that’s perfect when it touches your palate As a Taiwanese born, and growing up in SA, stinky tofu, deep fried blood cake and calamari balls are things of nostalgia. BUT DAMN they make it well! The tonkatsu (panko crusted pork cutlet) meal set along with its special dipping sauce was also a huge hit. Would recommend all! Brace yourself for the stinky tofu because it’s lethal but oh-so-delicious

Putri Martosudarmo

15 Jun 2025

I had the best Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup here. It was so flavorful, beef was tender and succulent. The noodles seems to be handmade and so delicious. Their calamari fried balls were also good with seasoning just like you’d get at a night market in Taiwan. Boba was also delicious with customizable ice and sugar level. Some of their food menu is written on a small whiteboard by the cashier but there are more than that. Will try the stinky tofu next time!

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