A mediocre boba spot for the Yale students nearby. I was driving through CT and needed a good rest…read morestop to grab drinks and relax. Service was subpar and the two drinks we got, Hong Kong MT and Thai Tea were extremely watered down but the boba was good though! I wouldn't come here again unless I was dying of dehydration.

My friend and I were in the area and wanted to pick up some tea before walking around. I was…read moreintrigued by the ingredients which included black sesame, ginger, ube, Pandan, and red bean. I decided to get a black sesame ginger latte with boba. I got it cold with half level of sweetness as recommended by the staff. The sesame flavor was satisfyingly strong. There was just a touch of ginger flavor creating a unique well balanced infusion. Boba had a nice soft texture that was appropriate for this drink, although not the softest boba that I've come across. The shop also offered several options for Vietnamese coffee including variations like coconut. There were a few tables with seats available to enjoy the drinks inside and a plant covered wall with a neon sign (For my bes tea) for photo-ops. The store is cash free, credit card only. The best way to pay is actually through the Snackpass app where you can earn a free drink after a certain amount of purchases. I'll definitely stop by here the next time to try more!

Taichi Bubble Tea is a chain with 49 locations serving up bubble tea, ramen, and poke bowls. The…read morefirst location opened in 2015. This one is located in New Haven and is in walking to other great dining locations. Parking can be found on-street and nearby garages. I stopped in for a Thai iced bubble tea with grass jelly. There were a few kiosks there you can place your order at. The location was big with plenty of tables and seats. I got my drink within 10 minutes and it was great; I like mine with less ice and less sugar. I look forward to going back to try out their ramen and poke bowls.

I wanted some boba and went to taichi around 12:30 on a Saturday. No customers there at the time…read more We ordered on the screen in the back. I got my drink, and while waiting for a second drink another older man came in and ordered at the cashier. He ended up taking our second drink, which we didn't know until his drink was ready. The guy working really quickly apologized, gave us that man's drink, and remade the proper drink for us very quickly. The jasmine milk tea I ordered was great, slightly tart (got less sweet) and the boba was a bit more firm than I'd like but not too bad! The strawberry lemon drink was a bit more lemon than strawberry but tasted great. And our extra strawberry smoothie was delicious! The cafe was cute and quiet at the time, great place to spend some time!

I always love the Crème Bruleè Brown Sugar Milk Tea. It's a staple I can drink all year.read more

Whale Tea has a beautiful ambiance with great whale plushies and decor. However, our drinks were…read morehardly palatable. We got a hot taro drink and I heard the milk being microwaved behind where we were sitting. The taro was extremely artificial and difficult to drink through the straw. Unfortunately, after a few sips, it went in the trash. The second drink was another non caffeinated option. I liked the coconut milk, but wasn't sure about the rest of the drink. The jellies were interesting and the flavor... indescribable. I finished this drink though. I liked the ambiance but wish I could get a refund for this drink order.

We came here after a long study day and let me tell you, it did not disappoint. We passed these 2…read morecrepes around like our lives depended on it. It was delicious, we started with the short rib crepe, having low expectations. It went above and beyond. It was so flavorful and pretty filling. The dubai chocolate strawberry crepe had the perfect crunch and sweetness. I would recommend the bigger size, it was perfect to share. There's a few seated tables, the ambiance isn't too fancy, but does the job. Definitely coming back to treat ourselves another time!

Oh what a delicious dessert to end a birthday with! Totally satisfying!…read more We were initially looking for ice cream places but most were closed at 9pm, then we found this place.The ordering was quick but it took half an hour to prepare. Good break to take a short stroll outside while waiting. The store was full with many people waiting, mostly students. One Crêpe can be shared by two medium built people after dinner because it's very filling. The chocolate nut party was a party in my mouth- gelato was good, mouse truffles were great, nuts were sufficient and the Crêpe itself very fresh. The syrup on the gelato was avoidable. Pocky sticks are fun too. Definitely going to be back here to try the savory versions, and I wish they open a store near Hartford.

10 out of 10 they're always so nice here and super fast service. The macaroons are yummy too.read more

One night in New Haven, I wasn't feeling well and wanted just jot tea. I ordered a hot Jasmine Tea,…read moreno bubbles. It was my first time not ordering a bubble tea and for a late night quick order, the staff member did it quickly. I even asked for another extra cup of hot water, I appreciated he gave it to me too. My first time in this Vivi Bubble Tea location. We walked to this location since our hotel was nearby. Parking is metered along the street, all payments accepted. Thank you!

We made a special trip here for the chikorita Pokémon cup for my Pokémon loving daughter. Service…read morewas fast and our non dairy boba tea with brown sugar boba's was absolutely delicious! Street parking only.

This is a great place to pick up some delicious bubble tea!!! The man behind the counter was so…read morekind. Great service. The location is small so it's take-out only. There aren't any tables to sit at, just a small bench to sit while you wait for your order. The teas were fresh, perfectly made, and the boba was delicious.

One of my favorite Ramen/Asian restaurants around. I just found out that this place is a chain…read morewhich surprises me. They gave me more of a locally owned store. Great servers. Amazing food. This place is definitely great for 90's kids with their selection of music. Everything I eat here is always so good. So flavorful. The mushroom dumplings are HIGHLY recommended. Pro tip: get a side of their chili oil on the side with your food. Service 10/10 Food 9.7/10

3.5/5 stars! The…read moreambiance was cool, it was a funky little restaurant. The service was okay, it took a while for our server to ask us what we wanted or to get us our waters, but we didn't mind. The food was pretty yummy! The red oil dumplings were delish but dense (they definitely do not skimp out on the meat in there) and the sauce was delish! The miso ramen was a tad salty but it could be gotten through. The Mala stir fry was yum but it needed a kick. Overall, we did enjoy ourselves and will likely be back!

I have been out of the game for bit but had to come out hibernation for respect of the boba game…read more Boba ball texture is always a big deal for me. Sometimes they are hard sometimes they feel cheap. But these felt crafted. Slight chew and flavor for a perfect boba ball. Well done. Taro is my go to. Feel confident in your order amigos

I love a good Taro Boba, and I'd had it from this same chain in Wallingford here I did find the…read moreboba itself to be a bit mushier, weird right? Service was quick and friendly that's all I purchased and I upgraded my milk to Almond. They let you pick your sweetness level too, which I always go medium.

Lovely little Asian market! The owner is super nice too. I do go there shop whenever I'm in the…read morearea. Never have any issues

What a great selection! I found items I missed from several Asian countries (Indonesia, Korea,…read moreJapan, China). There were my general favorites and new surprises. The owners were a bit shy, but polite. The store is quite packed so look carefully. The tea collection was a nice surprise! The prices were reasonable too!

This place is a great hidden gem! The staff is friendly and helpful. We love that we can grab…read moreonigiri and musubi for a midday snack. Lots of fun snacks, drinks, and frozen goodies and ice cream to choose from. There's hot food being served in the back of the store so it always smells delightfully delicious. Have not tried the hot food yet but it looks great. The store is clean and well-stocked. Highly recommend you check it out.

This is the best Asian market I have found since moving to Connecticut from California. They have…read morewhat I need to make my Thai dishes from scratch. They are always polite and friendly. The market is clean and inviting. The selection of Gyoza is fantastic - so I am able to try new flavors. Happy I found them - and their hours make it easy to shop while still working a 9 to 5 job.