Opening hours
Closed · opens tomorrow 12:00 PM
| Monday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
Local time in Berkeley: 11:17 PM (PST). Holiday hours may differ.
Location & directions
2508 Channing WayBerkeley, CA 94704
About Purple Kow
Purple Kow is a bubble tea store you'll find at 2508 Channing Way in Berkeley, California. It's part of our guide to 462 restaurants, cafes and bars in Berkeley.
Purple Kow is open 7 days a week, usually 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Quick facts
- Category
- Bubble Tea Store
- Address
- 2508 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 8 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for bubble tea stores and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Purple Kow’s weekday schedule with 10 other bubble tea stores in Berkeley. On a typical weekday it opens at 12:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 10:00 PM, later than 90% of them (typical closing time: 9:00 PM).
In total it is open about 67 hours a week, about the same as the local median (66.5 hours). 90% of bubble tea stores in Berkeley open on Sundays, and Purple Kow is one of them.
Compared with 10 other bubble tea stores in Berkeley that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for bubble tea stores in California
Based on 80 menus with 4,897 priced items from bubble tea stores in California, the median menu item costs $7.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.30 and $8.00.
We don’t have Purple Kow’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what bubble tea stores in California typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Taro Milk Tea | 39% | $6.49 |
| Jasmine Green Tea | 32% | $6.00 |
| Thai Milk Tea | 32% | $6.49 |
| Matcha Milk Tea | 29% | $6.45 |
| Strawberry Milk Tea | 25% | $6.60 |
| Jasmine Milk Tea | 25% | $6.31 |
| Popcorn Chicken | 24% | $9.63 |
| Jasmine Green Milk Tea | 24% | $6.60 |
Calculated from 80 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 Purple Kow directly to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Purple Kow there are 97 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 285 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (70), Japanese & Sushi (24), Bakeries & Desserts (22), and Burgers & Fast Food (21).
Competition is strong: 19 other bubble tea stores are within a mile and 25 within three miles. The closest is Taiwan Professional Tea, < 0.1 mi away.
52 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Burgers & Fast FoodCampus Burgers< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsCream< 0.1 mi
- Asian & PacificKoja Kitchen< 0.1 mi
- Chicken & WingsTKK Fried Chicken< 0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisSourdough & Co< 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
What are Purple Kow's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Monday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Is Purple Kow open on Sunday?
Yes, Purple Kow is open on Sundays: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Where is Purple Kow located?
Purple Kow is located at 2508 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94704.
Is Purple Kow open late?
Yes – Purple Kow is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
What else is near Purple Kow?
There are 285 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Purple Kow. Nearby options include Campus Burgers (< 0.1 mi), Cream (< 0.1 mi), and Koja Kitchen (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other bubble tea stores near Purple Kow?
19 other bubble tea stores within a mile. The closest is Taiwan Professional Tea, < 0.1 mi away.
How much do bubble tea stores in California cost?
Based on 80 menus with 4,897 priced items from bubble tea stores in California, the median menu item costs $7.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.30 and $8.00.
Nearby places
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