This is best service I've gotten in a restaurant in a really long time. I'm scrolling through my…read morephone reading an article and a gentleman with a cowboy hat serving me brings me a phone holder so I don't have to keep looking down. He also comes back to confirm he got my order correct. Then he brings me a delicious bowl of their broth for me to try, after I already had my shrimp spring rolls and my chicken Banh mi. Couldn't eat my whole sandwich after devouring the broth, so I'm looking around for him. Another employee enjoying a meal with his friends notices, then gets up to get me the box I needed. The food was delicious and the service really made my day. Thank you!

I love finding "the best ever" food item. BobaCane has a couple for me. Their shrimp spring rolls…read moreare huge and packed with deliciousness as well as a peanut sauce that goes perfect with them. Their Bahn Mi is the best I've ever had and Ive had a lot. Perfectly built, toasted and a sauce that sets off all the flavours. Add in some top notch Pho and BobaCane is a feel good go to place for me. The staff always friendly and treat you right. Absolutely Eat It.

Recommend: Yes…read more Food: Mango and Taro Breeze. Both with Crystal and Mango breeze. Both were delicious and refreshing. Service: Staff was quick and friendly. Ambiance: the establishment was nice and clean, quiet, and cool. Perfect for a hot day.

Feng Cha was so good I finished my Mango Fantasy before I even made it home. Fresh, flavorful, and…read moreperfectly made. I also tried the Almond Coconut Dream doughnut, and the young man behind the counter recommended warming it up first--he was absolutely right. Warm, soft, and unreal. My little one got the Bursting Dragon Fruit and immediately declared it the best drink she's ever had. Great drinks, great treats, and even better service. We'll definitely be back.

This place is not talked about enough. Whenever I passed by, the store always looks closed since it…read moreappears a little dark inside but I encourage you to just go in because Manila Kitchen deserves more recognition. When I visited, I was greeted by the owner: the restaurant is run by just one older Filipino woman and she was so incredibly sweet and welcoming. Instead of a menu, she tells you what she has prepared for that day. When I went, I either had the option of ordering Pancit (stir fried rice noodles) or Chicken Curry. I ended up going with the Pancit and it did not disappoint. To start off, the presentation of the dish is great- the lemon flavor actually went well on the noodles. As for the taste, I thoroughly enjoyed the flavorful meal- the pancit had salmon and a variety of different veggies. Since I ordered the Pancit meal it came with lumpia (filipino eggroll) as an appetizer and flan for dessert. These were also great but the best part is that this entire meal was less than $10! Not to mention, the portions for the Pancit was huge (I had to get a to-go box and I had it for lunch the next day). All in all, I never thought I'd be able to experience Filipino food in Brownwood but I'm very happy to say that Manila Kitchen is the place to go if you want home-cooked Filipino food made with love!

I love this little place. They only offer a few menu items a day, but it is always fresh and…read moreyummy. Our favorite is the pancit (noodles) and lumpia (like a small eggroll). Prices are reasonable and fair. They also make great boba tea!

This place is amazing! The employees are so friendly and helpful. I work customer service, and this…read moreplace is it! It's a little hidden, but it's worth finding.

This place is GREAT! I am in love. The flavor of the boba...the combinations of flavors...I will…read morebe back for more! Highly recommend!!

I come here very frequently. Staff is always very friendly and willing to work with you on your…read moreorder if you mention a dissatisfaction. I love to get the gyoza or spicy miso ramen. I occasionally get the milk tea and really enjoy the chai tea. My friend loves the taro milk tea.

Went in on 6/30/25 around noon and was told that none of the drinks had caffeine, and when I…read moreordered a taro milk tea the girl said there was no boba prepared because she was supposed to be leaving in 10 minutes for her other job. I turned around and left.

Everything about this place was so so good food and drinks amazing 10 out of 10 unfortunately I…read moredon't live in Waco but if I did, I'd be there all the time. I will definitely try to stop by as often as I can when I'm traveling through!! here's an updated menu for this location as well as some pictures as of the interior! Service was also very good!

Food and drinks were amazing! Had the pork bowl, soup dumplings, dumplings and pancake !read more

This place is so fun. I brought my younger cousins with me, they loved the table top games. The…read moredrinks were amazing too!

Best donuts and boba and corn dogs for sure Should come…read morehere to support them I wish they opened earlier for donuts bc my company would love to buy some in the mornings Either way, so good

What can I say!! Not just a Vietnamese cuisine but an…read moreauthentic take on all dishes served! Excellent !! GOAT!! As we entered the restaurant we were immediately warmly greeted by who I think is the owner ( found out she was indeed) !! Ordered at the counter and was a table number: Beef Pho Egg rolls Banh Mi Sandwiches Grilled Pork Bowl Egg Rolls are very crispy with very tasty filling !! Bahn Mi buns made fresh ! Grilled Pork Bowl was a generous serving of grilled pork meat, sliced crispy egg roll, fresh veggies served top of vermicelli noodles with a side of their house sauce!!!

Drink: I ordered a large peach and mango fruit tea (no ice,…read more25% sweetness). The flavor itself could've been great, but the sweetness level was shockingly high, more like 100%. If it was made incorrectly, that's fine, but just offer to remake it. It's a $7 drink; the cost to fix it is minimal, and customers remember when you take the time to make something right. Because I requested no ice, the drink also wasn't filled to the top, which felt dismissive considering it was a full-priced order. Unfortunately I cannot drink super cold drinks or food. Seems silly to let a customer walk away with 2 oz shy of a full drink because you usually put ice Service: The staff member was polite when I walked in and even suggested one of their specialty drinks, which I appreciated. However, after I explained that I wanted a simple peach and mango tea and didn't want the specialty item that included strawberry and jellies, she continued to try to steer me toward her suggestion -- saying, "I think you'll like this better." I value recommendations, but once a customer has clearly declined, it's important to respect their preference. After receiving the drink, I realized how overly sweet it was and politely asked if it was truly 25%. I was told it might be because the boba had honey, but having visited hundreds of boba tea places, that alone wouldn't cause such a strong sweetness. I mentioned that I'm pregnant and watching my sugar intake, an opportunity to show care, yet there was no offer to adjust or remake it. When I politely set the drink down and left, there was no follow-up or acknowledgment. I didn't ask for a refund; I simply walked away. If keeping that one cup meant more than keeping a customer, that says something about priorities. Ambiance: Poppa Bear has a cozy café setup with Wi-Fi and a warm, casual vibe. When I visited, a few college students were working quietly on laptops. It's the kind of space that could easily become a community favorite. However, the experience felt like the team was more focused on avoiding loss than creating loyalty. In business, especially hospitality, a small margin for remakes or mistakes is simply part of good operations and it pays back tenfold in customer trust. Overall: Poppa Bear has real potential. The drinks and environment are inviting, but consistent service and responsiveness will determine its long-term success. A little attentiveness and flexibility go a long way in building loyal customers.