Seattle-Area Boba Shop Review #99…read more Moge Tee is a chain from Mainland China that also has a couple of locations in Michigan which I've visited and mostly enjoyed. They have a bit higher quality tea than most boba shops that came before them, but have since been overshadowed. This particular location is inside the Nan Noodle restaurant, making it a convenient place to order from while slurping on noodles. They have a kiosk for ordering near the front door. When we visited, there was only one worker who was cranking out a huge order of drinks (I'm talking 20+ drinks). Unfortunately we were behind that large order so it took over 30 minutes before our drink was ready. Dahongpao Bubble Milk Tea, Large, 50% Sugar, 50% Ice ($7) - The taste of the milk tea first starts out very nutty, a bit roasty, and quite sweet (distinct and separate from the sweetener). It then descends into something that's almost a little stale and tastes mildly of rancid fat. I feel like there's a chance that the creamer they used in the drink is old and/or on the cusp of going bad. It's not a super strong taste, but it's there, giving the drink an unpleasant aftertaste. The boba is very good however. Golden pearls, smaller than average boba with great chew and bounce. They are soaked for a while in sugar solution, giving them a sweet taste that penetrates the top layer of the boba. Due to the soak, some of the boba sticks together into larger balls, and the exteriors have a softer velvety layer rather than being smooth. Milk Tea Rating: 1/5 Boba Rating: 4.5/5 I have to assume that their drinks don't normally taste rancid... Maybe something was just wrong with my taste buds that day? Then again, given my disappointment, I visited another boba shop right after and that one tasted fine. Note: My rating of 3 is because the boba and milk tea have equal weighting. The boba is very good while the milk tea is terrible due entirely to the rancid/stale aftertaste. Bathrooms - Two larger ones, shared with Nan Noodles.

creme brulee milk tea boba is super yummy. i also really liked the da hong pao milk tea too! it's…read moreconnected to a restaurant so not much seating for the actual boba spot itself, more grab & go vibes. service was fairly smooth and the nice lady upgraded my drink for the slight wait. :,)

Young Tea is a rarity in the Seattle/Bellevue tea shop scene, pairing premium quality drinks with a…read moregenuinely nice space to relax and drink it. I only had a few minutes to spend, but would definitely come back to hang out longer. the one caveat is the food. I had the popcorn chicken, which was decent, but a pretty small portion for the price. I'm reviewing this as a tea shop though, in which regard it's an easy 5/5!

Service is friendly and the cafe is large! Unfortunately the cafe is pretty dirty. We came here to…read morestudy but all the surfaces of the tables were covered in food or drink and we didn't feel comfortable staying for long. They do have a large variety of teas which are traditional and pretty good! Would recommend as a quick stop but not as a sit down or study cafe.

We were passing by this store and boy were we surprised by their desserts. Mind you we had already…read morejust had dinner & desserts but just couldn't resist doubling down . The store is clean and has plenty of seating. Parking is the strip mall area shared with other businesses so easy to find a spot. Service is quick and the best part is their display has most of their popular ones right there to pick from.. YUMMY!!!!

Everything about Hui Lau Shan is iconic. I am their #1 fan - everything is SO good! They use the…read moremost delicious champagne mangos for all their desserts. The cafe has tons of mango decorations inside so it is pretty cute, although there are many mango boxes around the store. That's how you know it is fresh! The mango romance with the trio of their best sellers is always a good starting point for first-timers. My favorite thing to get is the jumbo chewy rice ball, mango coconut jelly, and mango mochi. - The chewy rice ball is served with fresh, pureed mango and it is perfect for a hot day if you are planning to sit at the restaurant. I love to get the mango coconut jelly to-go. - The coconut jelly is creamy and plentiful, topped with sweet mango chunks, agar pearls, and the chewy rice balls. SO good and underrated in my opinion. - The mango mochi features a chilled mango chunk wrapped in soft, stretchy mochi and covered in coconut flakes. Also a great snack and everyone who has tried it has loved it! - I've also tried the curry fish balls. They are a good savory snack, nice curry flavor, and an enjoyable bouncy texture. Hui Lau Shan will always be my favorite dessert spot - especially in the summer. Any mango fans have to come by!

Since the first visit, I have come several times because my son and I both love the avocado shake…read more Unfortunately, today the shake got dropped and when I asked the lady, she said "没办法" which basically means there's nothing she can do. I understand that it's not her fault the drink was dropped, but other drink places have never had a problem remaking a drink that fell down. Because, things happen. Especially with a toddler. And particularly if you're charging $11 for one bbt after tax! I will look for another bbt place which is a bit more thoughtful of their customers and become a regular there.

I tried their classic black milk tea with boba and it was actually really good! Strong tea flavor,…read moreright amount of creaminess, not too sweet, and boba was sweet and chewy.

We had the coconut icy with boba, 50% sugar was great for me and it was quite a refreshing treat on…read morea hot day! We also had the honeydew tea, not my favorite personally. Plenty of tables inside and stuff always friendly.

Nice place that we haven't come to in nearly 3 years…read more Got Wintermelon SB AND mango sb and HK milk tea.

TL;DR: for such a large chain, this place is really disappointing. Boba is cooked unevenly. Sago is…read morenothing but a huge goopy clump. Not worth spending $10 on a cup here. I thought I'd give this chain a try and I was very disappointed. Parking: mall garage, free. Atmosphere: no seating, long lines for ordering, waiting for your order to be completed is longer than waiting in the line (I presume it is because they fill mobile orders at the same time). Menu: posted on the back wall above the register, also a smaller menu at the beginning of the ribbon divider. Service: order and pay at the front, wait for your order to be announced, grab your own straw. Mango Sago Smoothie: I requested 30% sweetness and it was still very sweet but that wasn't the worst part--it wasn't until I reach the bottom of the cup that I saw the sago was nothing but two large coagulated clumps. It was clearly poorly made and not fresh. The mango tasted mediocre and was nothing to write home about. The boba was also very unevenly cooked and was mushy on the outside and rubbery/hard inside. I noticed this on the first sip and wasn't going to stand back in the 10 minute queue to get it remade. I'm all for bubble tea joints and I honestly thought the drinks would be better quality for a chain so large that I hear about.

Keeps messing up my orders!! The drinks are good and all but…read moreout of all the happy lemon locations I've been to, this has been the most disappointing. Both times I've ordered from here, a few drinks will be done wrong! I didn't document the first time but I have for this second time. Almost half the drinks I ordered were done wrong! First drink, f3 + salted cheese - they added boba Second drink, f2 +lychee and boba - they forgot lychee Third drink, f3 + salted cheese - they forgot salted cheese

This location is just a walk up, order, and be on your way type of situation. Super small and…read morerather tight. It's located within The Bravern, so be sure to get your parking validated! We tried out the Kale Boost Tea which so many people have been raving about! They market it as a "superfood in a cup" featuring kale juice, chia seeds, various fruits, and jasmine green tea as a base. Yes, it was quite good, but no, I would not order it at Heytea. I think so many of their other fruit drinks are just far better! Definitely cool to have healthier option on the menu, but it's not the reason I'd be going to Heytea.

This Heytea location is inside Bellevue Bravern, which is a bougie outdoor mall with luxury brands…read moreI've never heard of and will probably never be able to step foot in. The interior is small with no seating and is mainly meant for pick up. Fortunately, my friend and I were able to order through the Heytea app since it can get pretty busy. KALE BOOST TEA - 7.99 Pretty refreshing and not too sweet since I requested minimal sugar. We enjoyed the blend of kale, apple, and grapes. It felt healthy, even if it might not actually be. We enjoyed our drinks at one of the outdoor tables nearby on a cool July evening. This Heytea is pretty reliable as long as you don't mind drinking your drink elsewhere.

There is nothing better than a classic yogurt with purple rice from Yomie's Yogurt-- such a…read moredelicious, chewy, and not-too-sweet dessert to pair with any good meal! This location has a medium-sized parking lot and a lot of seating inside, but the establishment feels a little old. Service here was fast and efficient; they mostly just stick to themselves behind the counter. I had no complaints with my order hence the five-star review. :)

HEALTH HAZARD: plastic in drinks!!!…read more We ordered 2 mango yogurt drinks with purple rice. We got them quickly, but immediately noticed pieces of string / plastic coming out of our straw. We went back to ask them to remake it. The lady said "it's the plastic lid" -- she immediately knew, but didn't offer to remake until we asked. Seems like it's a recurring issue...? RED FLAG. After telling her co-worker, he just shrugged it off and didn't give any attention to us. Very dismissive!! Although they remade the drink, we found plastic AGAIN. Threw away the drinks. They have a poor health rating out front. We should've trusted it.... will never be back!!!!