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“I worked with Shin on a catering order for my sister’s wedding. The ordering process, delivery and service were excellent! Tea-do’s pricing and flavor options were the most competitive in the area. It was a huge hit with the guests. Highly recommend!“
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“Good packing space and good drinks !!“
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“Love, Love, Love the boba here! Best customer service in the world! The atmosphere is perfect for studying, and its right by Tufts campus! I highly suggest the passion green tea or the brown sugar creme brulee! They actually brulee the top!!!“
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“My 2 girlfriends and I came to Esmai's Cafe for a girls' catchup on a Tuesday night at 6PM. Reservations were easy to make online. Meter parking was plentiful nearby. We were seated right away.
I remember this place as Hops n' Scotch and honestly, I think they really improved the space! The ambience was nicer, more posh, and the decor was super cute.
The service was quick, helpful, and very nice. We were checked in with often and made sure we were happy with the food. The menu of drinks and food were really interesting!
We got the:
- Spill the Tea mocktail - the rose tea was very subtle but tasty and aromatic, it was really pleasant and came in a pretty glass
- Hot Egg Coffee - VERY sweet (which I LOVE) it might be too sweet for some... but personally I LOVED the first sip which was sugar overload heaven XD
- Cold Egg Coffee (yes we got both!) - tasted great, almost like a bubble tea without the boba, the Vietnamese coffee is strong and sweet, which I like
- Banh Mi + Bone Marrow - a must get! this Vietnamese charcuterie board was very creative and DELISH!!! I loved the pate with the bone marrow on top of the toast - the bone marrow was melt in my mouth deliciousness, and then I made a separate toast with the pate, cold cuts and pickled veggies. this app was a winner for me
- Mini Beef Wellington - this was SO GOOD!!! Since there were 3 of us, we each got 1 mini beef wellington and the meat inside was so surprisingly tender!! And then the outside pastry was nice and flaky, and I kept wanting more and more of the sauce - this honestly was my favorite dish of the night
- Escargot - this was good and some of the pieces were nice and plump but I did prefer the other two apps above
- Grilled Octopus - I thought the octopus was very tasty and moist, the poached Asian pear salad was a nice addition
- Lemongrass Chicken Salad - the salad is pretty standard, but actually the lemongrass chicken was very juicy and flavorful
- Smoked Fried Rice - this was my friend's favorite dish, she really liked the smokiness of it, and I thought the fried shrimp egg roll was so creative
- Loco Moco - this was SO TASTY!!!! every component of this dish was good and balanced everything else, from the Japanese hamburger and its mushroom gravy sauce over the rice, the yolk oozing out of the fried egg on top, then cutting a piece of the spam on the side and then the macaroni salad and carrots and finishing with some fruit - this was my favorite entree and my 2nd fave dish after the Mini Beef Wellington
- Creme Brulee - this was so yummy and not too sweet, the right creaminess and so easy to eat, we finished it easily
- Matcha Lava Cake - SUPER DECADENT and again, I have a MAJOR sweet tooth, so I LOOOOOOVED this lava cake! It was oozing and the sauce with the cake and a bit of strawberry were PERFECT... and then you discover the matcha and it's a nice surprise! I was in chocolate heaven ^__^
Portions were really perfect for our party of 3 but we got waaayyyyyyy too much and we were STUFFED. We had to box the rest of the fried rice and loco moco. I recommend finishing the bone marrow right away though since when it cools down, it'll gel up.
Even if you're full, I'd say make room for dessert. If you're a dessert fan, both the matcha lava cake and creme brulee were worth it! But if you only had to choose one and you DO have a sweet tooth, I'd recommend getting the lava cake :)
All in all, a VERY successful and delicious night out with my friends. We were never rushed and it wasn't very crowded (albeit it was a Tuesday night), so we were able to chat for a while and really enjoy our food and drinks.
I would definitely come back and bring more friends, try out their creative cocktails next time, or maybe even come for a date night ;)
I highly recom“
“Only like 5 seats inside but good street view from them. The grapefruit green tea is really good. Got it with no ice and 25% sugar and it was still a cool and sweet drink on a blistering day.
Wheelchair accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible. You have to go up some outdoor steps to enter the shop.“
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“It's a small location. They are practicing social distancing with mask and take out only. We tried the new mojitos drinks which was mixed berry, mango Orange, and grapefruit citrus. They were all so favorful and sweet. There was pieces of fruit and mint in all of them . They were all carbonated. Service was good and price was reasonable“
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“I had a bubble tea drink here. The tea itself tasted great but the boba was quite flavorless, which I wasn't a big fan of. But I think that is a matter of preference - I just happen to have a big sweet tooth. I'm happy to try this place again to try something else from the menu!“
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“My family loves Banh Mi Cafe! We have tried all different menu items here and everything is consistently delicious. Highly recommend the Vermicelli Bowl, Fresh Spring Roll, Banh Mi, Kumquat Ai Yu Lemon Basil Seed drink, Peach Tea, Ube Flaming Brown Sugar Crème Brûlée drink, Macarons, and Vietnamese Fermented Yogurt!! Nancy’s always so warm and welcoming. We feel very lucky to have such a gem in Watertown.“
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“Food and service here are amazing. The food here is cooked by a lovely Taiwanese ahma so it is clearly authentic Taiwanese food! This makes me miss the food at home. 非常道地又好吃 yummyyyy. The popcorn chicken was also crispy and the spice was just right. Braised beef noodle soup was tender and melts in your mouth. Overall I had a great experience and will come back soon for more!“
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“Amazing place! As soon as you step inside, the smell of tea brewing washes over you. I can’t describe how good it smells! I ordered a brown sugar fresh milk tea and my aunt ordered a hot honey rose tea. We both loved our drinks! I also ordered a Nutella cronut, which was warm and freshly made. The staff was super friendly and knowledgeable. We were also able to get street parking. Overall, we had a great experience! Just be aware that there’s no seating inside.“
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“I have been to many milk tea places, but this one is my favorite. The staff are very very kind, & the interior is comfortable & calm. The milk tea is very good with a variety of flavors; the food is quite good as well when I have come here for dinner with friends (my favorite is the popcorn chicken snack). The air is calm & the electronic menus offer many options for customizing drinks. Stepping in when I'm on Moody gives a welcoming, homely feeling that I haven't found in other spots.“
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“Fresh brown sugar boba in a refreshing milk tea.
- Milk Tea drink was flavor spot on, not overly tea flavor and maybe slightly milk forward
- Boba is on the sweeter side and the texture was 10/10 for me, soft and chewy and freshly warm
Recommend shaking it up before drinking.
I haven't tried their fruit teas yet, so I'm looking forward to coming back to try their fruit tea options.“
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“Lots of chain bubble tea places on Newbury, I've tried them all and like Me Tea the best. The fresh fruit teas so refreshing and the milk tea prices start at $5.25 - can't beat that! They also have lots of seating, a rarity on Newbury.“
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“Super Emoji is a Boba shop located in the heart of Newbury Street, located in a little area that is populated by other boba shops. Super Emoji stands out from the rest by selling meals and other snacks, such as Xiao Long Bao, Shaved Ice, and other desserts.
The service is fast and quick, though it did take some time to make the shaved ice. There is a kiosk for self ordering, but the one we picked was out of order with no indication that it wasn't working. The atmosphere is alright, it was a hot day but it wasn't too warm inside.
We got the grapefruit slush, lemon iced tea, and a chocolate shaved ice. The teas were alright, pretty standard when compared to other locations. The chocolate shaved ice was ok sized for the price, which could only be found by going online to look at their ChowBus menu, or through the rotating screens up behind the counter. The chocolate shaved ice was light and melted in the mouth quickly, while the additional toppings were good.
Overall it was a decent experience, but they need to print updated menus for their new food offerings, as it only lists drinks.“
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“WOW… just WOW! Copa Cabana Açaí bowl is soooo delicious! My husband loved the Cocosette as well. No wonder you have a 5 star rating. First time here and I’m not disappointed. From the cleanliness of the place to the preparation of each bowl, all was just perfect! The best açaí bowl I’ve had so far. Can’t wait to visit again. Blessings!“
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“Recommended by my daughter to this place for their Taiwanese style fried chicken steak & tenders. We ordered both the fried chicken steak and crispy chicken bits with rice coated batter. These are really both crispy & tender with their own spices. This place is also known for their bubble tea - brown sugar tea Recommend to come if you are missing some Asian/Taiwanese street food“
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“Just as great as China town in Phil“
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“This hidden gem is located on the Boston University campus more close to the gas station, a Target and a new restaurant called Ziggy’s. They do sell boba but I want to take a moment to show appreciation to their macarons. My personal favorite is the fruity cereal. As you can see, look how pretty it looks and taking a bite it is sweet, satisfying and it just makes you happy. I know for me it made me happy. I believe they do buy it from a third party but it is delicious and worth it. If you look at my first picture they do display their pricing and to be upfront it does show “Buy 5 and get one free” however they do not ring it up like that and ring it up as you bought a total of six macarons. So for me, I could argue if I wanted to but I learned for myself that I’m willing to pay all six and the rest of their flavors (vanilla, birthday cake (both a pink & blue)) are tasty and satisfying. I have tried the dark chocolate macaron and it was okay. If you are one of those people that enjoys dark chocolate but want a subtle sweetness then that one is for you. I have tried their Italian soda (the lemon one to be exact) and it was delicious as well. If you want a “healthy option” they do offer Italian soda and their flavors. On the last picture you can see their drinks, pricing and boba options. My daughter and I enjoy this boba shop and it is welcoming and warm atmosphere. I just wished this establishment was more closer to home but I’m willing to travel.“
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“202410
A Taiwanese friend recommended winter melon lemon. I ordered osmanthus lemon honey + white pearl half sugar (the lowest price for machine ordering is half sugar). After removing the ice, it was the first time that the ice was removed so thoroughly. The drink was almost room temperature. It was so funny that the pearls were so cute that I didn’t think I drank it. It smells like osmanthus, but overall it tastes good. There are some seats in the store.“
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“This place was amazing the bubble tea 10/10. My dad really liked their ice cream. Although it’s a bit quiet could use some friendly music. Adorable decorations the staff was very very friendly. I love this place so much.
Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly all the drinks and ice cream is amazing recommend!“
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“I come from in Taiwan.This Tieguanyin milk tea is very authentic😍,use organic whole milk&can make 25% suger,tastes great, It tastes just like what I had in Taiwan. Thank you for relieving my homesickness.💖💖Next time i will buy again.
Wish you guys can come to Malden or Melrose🙏😬“
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“Great place with nice drinks hard to find in Waltham and amazing desserts/snacks“
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“Finally, got to try This place. They had soft Opening which was not to best. The ordering process was pretty smooth . The wait was not to long. We got the infamous Sho-Gun Matcha/Vanilla Soft Serve Mix With Edible 24K gold , Maiko Special (Parfait) Hojicha/Strawberry Mix Soft Serve and Matcha Latte Float. Everything was so rich in favor. The matcha favor is probably the best that I had so far. You can taste the quality of the soft serve. It's a bit pricy but worth every penny. Definitely, need to try them out“
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“It was my first time going here and boy was it a treat!!!! I had ordered a strawberry shortcake waffle with a brown sugar boba tea, both were so delicious 🤤. Mike bro you are awesome and the employee who helped me with check out and in getting my hoodie!!!! It is so comfy and service was excellent!!!! If anyone is looking for a great atmosphere with awesome boba tea and waffles look no further!!!! I’ll be sure to be back again soon!! 😌highly recommended“
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“Cute little place and super generous with toppings! I came here after reading about their house made boba, and it was definitely some of the best I’ve ever had. I got sesame boba and red bean, two of my favorite flavors, and couldn’t have been happier. Will have to try the food next time!“
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“In all honesty, the service here is wonderful employees always patient and answer any questions you have The atmosphere is great drinks are low price even at the large drink with Boba it’s only $10 and they don’t pressure you to tip, but with the service you’ll get you just want to tip the most amount you can. Five stars wonderful.“
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“Mago Mago Milk Tea is an exceptional tea house that captivates with its delightful blend of flavors and inviting ambiance. From the rich, creamy milk teas to the refreshing fruit infusions, every sip at Mago Mago is a journey of pure indulgence. Coupled with cozy seating and friendly service, it's the perfect spot to unwind and savor the finest tea creations.“
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“The teas are so clean tasting, you can tell it’s the real deal from the first sip. The multi floral honey tea, passion fruit green tea, and pineapple green tea were all so delicious. I could drink them all day!“
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“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Highly Recommend!
Tried this bubble tea spot on Newbury Street, and it did not disappoint! The place itself is small but super cute, perfect for a quick stop while strolling around. One thing to note—they open at 11 AM, but when we went right at opening, the store wasn’t quite ready until 11:30 AM. So, if you’re planning to go early, maybe give it a little extra time to get the boba toppings to get ready.
We ordered a tea without the boba toppings, and honestly, it was amazing on its own! The flavors were perfectly balanced, not too sweet, and super refreshing. If you’re a bubble tea lover (or even if you’re not), definitely worth checking out. Will be back for sure!“
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“As a Waltham local, this is my favorite bubble tea shop in town. My go-to drinks are the Wintermelon Milk Tea with Herbal Jelly and the Coco Cream WOW Milk Cap. I tried their Almond and Taro Milk Teas, but they tasted too powdery for my liking. They have a BOGO deal on Wednesdays which makes coming here even sweeter!“
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“Quick and tasty spot. The strawberry jasmine tea was the perfect level of sweetness with a tea aftertaste. Mango smoothie was okay but def prefered the juice/tea over the smoothie. They have a lot of other boba and food options I want to try in the future as well.“
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“Great location, pick up was quick and easy! Their bubble tea is awesome and they have an awesome variety of flavors and boba options“
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“The food was very authentic and everything we ordered was really, really tasty! The staff and owner were so kind and even treated us to their milk tea which was also really good! The service was also very fast and we highly recommend!!!“
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“As someone who has searched for the best boba in Harvard Square since 2017, I am telling you this is the best spot. It's the classic standby. It's been here for years and it will continue to last, no matter how many other bubble tea shops open (and inevitably close) in the rest of the square. It's consistent, it's very decent boba and tea, it has a nice big menu and great weekday specials, and it's pretty fast.
Ten One is expensive, overcrowded, and inconsistent quality-wise, with a limited menu and slow service; the only thing it has better than Kung Fu is their branding. Tiger Sugar is terrible; the last time I got milk foam there, I could literally see it curdling in my tea.“
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“Just stumbled onto this new joint in Newtonville and realized I was hours past lunch... Grabbed a spicy chicken sandwich. Messy AF and just as delicious!!! I'll be back to try more! Nice work, guys!👍“
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“So far so good! They have self check out kiosk and just watch out it has an automated 18% tip even in takeout. Waiting in line to try this bubbletea. Will review further when i tastes this beverageSo checkin back as promised, they gave me a free topping for doing the review. Well, although it is pricey but it was good real tea based. Recommended and also they are the only milk tea in the area“
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“Dado is the best kept secret in Cambridge. A beautiful café that feels so peaceful, considered and thoughtful in its every detail—the perfect place to sit with a friend, or take some time to just be alone and read a book. The co-owner Namwon has great energy. He was always really kind and welcoming to me and my boyfriend (we are from Australia, but Dado felt like a little slice of home). The food is really tasty (I could never go past their egg-salad sandwich; my partner loves the bibimbap wrap), and Dado, of course, has an amazing selection of teas. More than just feeding the body, all the meals felt like they were nourishing the soul. Just good honest cooking—maybe the rarest of things today. We’re about to leave Harvard this semester, and one of the great things we’ll miss is Dado.“
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“Quaint spot in Allston with limited seating. There are self-service kiosks if you don't enjoy interacting with other people like I do.They do take online orders though, so keep that in mind if you're feeling impatient.Took off one star because like another reviewer mentioned, the kiosk defaults to a 5% tip. You have to manually select the custom option and type in 0 if you don't want to tip.I do love their taro and pudding milk tea though so I'll most definitely be back.“
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“Open concept cafeteria feel like for boba. Huge selection on thier menu. Ordering experience is through 2 self checkout kiosks. If it's empty, you can really go through the menu and choose what you want. I love that they use real taro and not the powder purple taro so that in itself talks about quality.“
“Tea is always good, order speed varies but they have two machines and a person at the register to accept your order. The service is always friendly and courteous. For fruit tea they are my favorite in the area.
But some work can be done with cleanliness upkeep when busy.“
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“I ordered the Pho King and it was super delicious!!! The broth was flavorful and seasoned, the beef was tender, and the vegetables and noodles were cooked perfectly. All the flavors came together to make a superb bowl of comfort. A shout out to the server, CHUCK, who answered my questions and provided thoughtful recommendations. I'm bringing family and friends next time!!!“
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“The food is GOOD, but do not expect it to be authentic (but it's also not Panda Express). Would recommend for a night of bites and drinks.
The fusion noodles hits the spot. The not-spiked mango lassi boba (which is not a real mango lassi) is amazing and light. My friend liked her tonkotsu and I liked the spicy beef ramen with spice on the side.“
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“LimeRed Teahouse is a small cafe located right outside of the BU campus, with a wide range of desserts and drinks to try out.
The staff are pretty welcoming, able to cater to most requests and are able to explain any recommendations to new customers. They make the drinks pretty quick and kept us informed throughout the process.
We typically come here to get Bubble Waffles with Ice cream, which does take a little time to make, but the batter used is light and fluffy and goes well with the ice cream they serve. They also have macarons here, which are pretty standard. The teas are good, some of them don't have as strong as a flavor as they should but overall is pretty good.
Definitely a good place to study or just to hang out while in the area.“
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“Located on the same block as other dessert places on Newbury Street, Zero& offers a unique experience where they use cane sugar instead of other sugars, making it a more "healthier" option of boba.
The service here is good, they make the drinks quite quickly and there is a mobile app to order ahead.
The drinks can be hit or miss depending on your tastes. I really enjoy the Matcha Tornado, which usually has a slushy feeling that goes well with the oreo crumbs inside the drink. I've also tried the thai tea version, which I enjoy but feel is a bit too sweet for my liking.
Atmosphere is ok, it can get a bit crowded and humid inside the place so it may feel a bit unpleasant, but overall it is ok.
I would check ahead on the app because sometimes they don't have the ingredients necessary for certain products.“
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“The savior for people who are tired of carbonated drinks in the United States is located in Chinatown, but the store staff are all Westerners. The first time I drank a hand-cranked drink, I ordered it from the ordering machine. It was quite grand and you can also adjust the sweetness of the ice cubes. However, the price of the hand-cranked drink here is really just for an occasional drink. This cup is 50 in Taiwan and 210 in the United States🫣.“
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“What a great hole in the wall spot!! Went here on a whim and I was NOT disappointed. $7.50 is really reasonable especially in Boston for a good banh mi! Tons of customers while I ate, which is a huge good sign. Service was super fast, bread was crisp and the pickled veggies were delicious. I liked that you can customize how much of each ingredient is in your sandwich. I got the pork belly banh mi, there were some chewy bits (fat, maybe?) I picked out- regardless, overall delicious. The shrimp rolls with peanut sauce are also amazing! I do wish more bottled drink options were available, but the sandwich was my main focus for the visit. Will be coming back again for an affordable and delicious meal :)“
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“I cannot get enough of Kung Fu Tea! I sometimes have to make a special trip on my way home from work. :)“
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“really good sushi if you’re looking for a quick bite! service is super fast and portions are great!
i would order sushi instead of the poke bowls as they’re more tasty/flavorful. the yogurt drinks were a little too sweet but that’s personal preference
would definitely be ordering here again if i’m looking to eat some sushi in the local area :)“
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“We love that there's a bubble tea place close to home now, it's a lot more convenient than having to drive to the Burlington Mall to get bubble tea. I wish they were more varieties of drinks to get but my go-to is always the mango green tea, there's nothing better than that or I'll get the milk cinnamon drink I'm not sure what it's called but it's delicious too.“