Four sisters opened the very first Bambu here in San Jose back in 2008 and built the chain into a go-to favorite that now spans 63 locations across 24 states and the Philippines. The brand just landed inside five Walmart stores in Batavia Illinois Westminster Colorado two spots in Louisiana and one near Milwaukee Wisconsin which means even more people will get to experience these vibrant flavors during everyday errands.
The Batavia location already opened its doors while the remaining four will welcome customers by the end of summer. These new spaces stretch from 1,600 to 2,300 square feet so they shift away from pure grab-and-go toward a relaxed cafe feel with extra room for you to settle in and enjoy your drink. The menu stays focused on the classics you already love including signature chè boba milk teas Vietnamese coffees smoothies refreshers and small bites like dessert waffles or mochi ice cream.
Bambu spotted an opportunity to fill retail spaces left from past closures and the steady stream of Walmart shoppers provides the perfect audience for carrying a refreshing beverage through the aisles. The setup keeps overhead lower than typical strip malls and opens the door for steady growth beyond dense neighborhoods. Even without new Bay Area additions right now the strong Asian American community across Santa Clara County where nearly 40 percent of residents share those cultural ties continues to fuel the brand’s future plans.
You can take real pride in knowing this San Jose original keeps reaching farther while staying true to its roots. The next time you crave those signature tastes head to one of the many Bambu spots around town and celebrate how local ingenuity now travels with shopping carts across the country.
Source: SVBJ
