Average taste. Powdered flavors. Tapioca itself was okay. Price reasonable. Cute decor. Not too…read moremany seating area. Clean venue. Quick service however not the friendliest. Likely won't come back. Happy drinking.

a welcome addition to have a bubble tea shop at park royal, next door to angus t. it was quite…read morebusy and a little chaotic. there were a bunch of people on the side waiting for their orders, and a couple monopolizing some kiosk machine. i decided to try the lime mojito, with less sugar but it took quite awhile for my order. the lime mojito was citrusy and thirst quenching but missing the mint.

I guess the summary of this restaurant is that nothing stood out... neither positively or…read morenegatively. It was all mediocre. Service was the standard you'd expect at a Chinese restaurant. A little tight on the space between tables, but clean. We ordered several dishes: stewed beef noodle soup, stewed pork burger, liang pi, lamb pao mo soup, xi'an lamb soup, and sweet & sour pork ribs. All the food arrived pretty quickly, but the overall theme was that it was underseasoned. Nothing was wrong with them, they were just boring and lacked flavour. There are better restaurants for Xi'an cuisine, and I won't be returning here. Paid street parking.

There is something deeply comforting about these handmade shrimp, chive, pork dumplings, where a…read morechewy dough is stuffed to the brim with a generous amount of juicy shrimp and fresh chives. While they are delicious pan-fried, the boiled version is truly special. Its unique texture is so remarkable that it stands out as the must-try choice. ​The experience continues with the Xi'an cold noodle, which arrive with the warm, irresistible aroma of sesame oil. Every strand of the handmade noodle is coated in a sauce that balances nutty, sweet, and sour notes perfectly, creating a playful harmony of flavours. Stop by at Lao Cai Chinese Cuisine to try authentic Xi'an foods.

Not the best bubble tea, but the only one in Abby. The…read morebubble tea has a limited variety of flavours, and they don't happen to have any type of dairy free milk alternatives. I had a fruit slush bubble tea and it was heavily watered down to how much ice was used. I don't think I would consider going back because the cost and lack of flavour. I recommend bubble tea in Langley in walnut grove over the Abby location.

I love this store, when I was a teen I'd stop by twice a week or so. The bubble tea is good (my…read moredairy allergy prevents me from be venturing any farther than the slush variety, though) Honestly, they have an amazing yakisoba dish and the fries are made fresh to order. To the other reviewer, there are other rooms in the back where the kitchen is. Keep it up! Love this place.

Basic shop; clean; friendly;z Fantastic bubble tea…read more The best bubble waffle - the perfect crunch to soft ration. A little slow because usually only one person working but it's ok. They have great daily specials; the extra large is amazing if you're like me and drink super slow. It lasts me all day I just top up with ice.

Same place as Bobatime. Great teas. Not powder made. Love the vibe & everyone is very nice.read more

My partner and I go to Bobatime about once a week, the staff are always super nice and we have…read morenever had an issue with the drinks. They are very hardworking and polite. It's a nice place to sit and have your drink, and now that restrictions have lifted we can sit at the tables. Thank you Chatime Nanaimo for being so great!

I been going here for years. Staff always friendly and welcoming, Drinks and deserts are absolutely…read moredelicious, Smoothies and boba are so fresh. The place is always clean, quiet, and warm. This place is a must see!

Service was great and the mango bingsu size was standard and delicious. The decor isn't anything…read morespecial but it has that local dessert spot feel. If you're in the mood for something a little savoury, they also serve 5 different flavours of Taiyaki. I can't remember which flavours I ordered because I stuffed them in my mouth immediately. Bubble tea is a good value but nothing special. Still think it's a good spot to go if you're looking for desserts.

Small place but their bbt flavours were good. Staff even…read moreoffered recommendation. Ended up getting the Roasted Milk Tea which is green tea based.

Today I ordered two taro slushes and waited 30 minutes. There was only one person working, handling…read moreboth the cashier and drink preparation. When I saw him making my drinks, he barely added any taro paste--just a thin layer around the cup. I asked him to put all the taro into one cup since there was almost none in mine, and he tried to charge me extra just to add the regular amount that should have been included in the first place. The drinks were tasteless, and the brown sugar pearls were dry because he had run out of brown sugar and was making it while preparing my drinks. When I complained about the drinks being made incorrectly, he offered to remake them--but I couldn't wait another 30 minutes for a drink. I used to be a regular customer, but I've noticed the quality going downhill every time I come. I will definitely be finding another spot for boba.

My fav tea spot in the city! I like that they brew the tea fresh in front of you and every drink…read morethat they have is so fragrant! Cassia black tea + taro balls is my favourite combo to get at the moment!

In the area and was thirsty, so popped into CHICHA San Chen. No seating so a truly grab and go…read morelittle place. The shop is bright, clean and modern. The staff were helpful, but more smiles would make customer feel more welcome. I saw two fancy brewing machines and saw the tea dripping out so this is a good sign. The prices are a little higher comparted to other bubbles places, but the freshly brewed tea makes it a higher quality of taste. I ordered the Taro Queen and enjoyed, and you can choose the amount of ice and sweetness. Loved sipping to find the taro paste but not alot of tea to drink. Not sure if I come back as there are other options.

This place makes excellent boba. It's probably got some of the most unique flavours around…read moreanywhere. We always find a reason to make a stop in Parksville on our way to Saratoga Beach for Astro Boba. The prices are very reasonable and they have a huge selection of drinks and customizations. It might even be a little overwhelming to people new to boba. The decor is very hipster with vibes like some dispensaries but it's all food and drinks here. Service is always friendly and fast so make sure you step aside to let others order if you're still deciding.

A slightly hidden gem located behind the Chevron and next to the pizzeria. There's cute neon signs,…read morewall art, and astro themed decor all throughout the store. There's a huge selection of milk teas, fruit teas, coffees, and baked goods all at a reasonable price. We got a jasmine milk tea and coffee mocha with boba. Both were surprisingly very good with great tasting boba. The business owners were also pretty friendly. I think they said that they've been around for 4 years now. Will be back when I'm in the area again!

Morning Star Bubble Tea is one of those hidden gems for those in the know. It's tucked away on…read moreHarbourside Drive in a somewhat industrial area near the auto mall car dealerships the area was once known for. For reference, it's beside Thomas Hass Chocolates, a block away from Spa Utopia and a private boarding school, Bodwell Academy High School. I was in the area and feeling thirsty so it was a nice treat to indulge in an ice cold mango slush with bubbles and coconut jelly. Next time I'm in the area I'll try one of their many food menu offerings like cutlet on rice, house special on rice, stir fried rice noodle, sausage and mapo tofu.

This place is in the middle of nowhere - industrial area by the waterfront. It's not bad though…read more The tea is good. However I'm here to write about the food. We had a couple of the rice dishes - - fried pork chop Taiwanese style over rice - nice and crispy pork - chicken cutlet - crispy and good flavor in the breading. However I think I ordered the wrong thing cuz it was curry tho the curry was good - mapo tofu - I know this isn't Taiwanese but I craved it anyways and it was good! Not too spicy. Only had a side of veggies. The only thing is they don't have some other standard fare like green onion pancakes. Would come back for helping of bubble tea and Taiwanese food.