Stopped by for takeout and got: pork buns, salt & pepper fish, fried spicy chicken and dan dan…read morenoodle. Everything tasted great--my favorite is always the salt & pepper fish. Perfectly seasoned. Good authentic Chinese food! Staff was very friendly.

My daughter and I just had the most delicious meal at Longfei. We ordered bok choy w garlic &…read moreginger and Salt&Pepper fish fillets (and white rice). It was so delicious and savory and spicy and bright and fresh. I want a repeat, tomorrow! Highly recommend, and I am grateful, too, for the warm, hospitable and unfussy service.

Came for an early-ish dinner and it was pretty quiet. The service and atmosphere were both kind of…read morebare bones. There was no music so it was almost silent. I was had someone come to my table to take my order and bring my food but no one came by again after I got the food, so I went to the register to pay. Maybe a bit of a language barrier with the staff. I asked for jelly in my drink and got tapioca boba instead and generally felt like they didn't really understand what I was saying. I got a tofu rice bowl with miso sauce and a green milk tea with boba. The rice bowl was the perfect size for one meal, and there was a lot of tofu which made it filling. It was simple, with just the protein and sauce over steamed greens and rice, and I felt like it was pretty healthy. It didn't blow me away but it was good! The green milk tea was also good, strong but not too sweet. Some versions of the menu call it matcha but it very much tasted like green tea, not matcha. I think it was from a powder mix but that's fine. Reasonable prices. If I remember correctly, the rice bowl was about $13 and the boba was about $6 including the topping. I liked the food and would definitely eat here again.

Food here can be a bit hit or miss, depending on what you order. The salt and pepper squid and beef…read moreand broccoli are both really good -- definitely worth getting. Other dishes, like the Yeung Chow fried rice, aren't quite on par with what you'd find in bigger cities like Vancouver or San Francisco, but still decent for Bloomington. Service can come across as a little abrupt, but I think it's just their efficient, no-nonsense style, similar to what you'd see in major Chinese cities -- not actually rude. The ambience is quiet and relaxed, though the interior feels a bit dated and could use a refresh. Overall, solid Chinese food for Bloomington, especially if you know what to order.

As someone in Indianapolis who is quite particular about authentic Asian cuisine, I am absolutely…read moredelighted to have discovered this spot! Even with the springtime rush making the parking a bit of a challenge, the atmosphere inside is wonderfully inviting. I managed to snag a darling little corner for myself, and the energy was just perfect. The hospitality here is truly top-tier; both the cashier and the gentleman behind the counter are simply lovely. My waiter was beyond charming and presented a menu with an impressive array of sophisticated choices everything from Sichuan Beef Noodle Soup to Steamed Eggplant and Beef Pancakes, with most entrees beautifully priced between $15 and $20. I decided on the Beef Noodle Soup ($12), and oh my goodness it arrived in a mere ten minutes! Talk about impeccable service. The broth was divine, and the meatballs were prepared to perfection. I was so caught up in the moment that I completely forgot to snap a photo before finishing every last bite! It was an absolute triumph of a meal. I am officially obsessed and will most certainly be back with my camera ready next time

Dining as the sole Caucasian representative in any establishment is a sign of promise…read more One left turn through the sliding doors of Saraga Grocery and this pearl sits waiting. Comprised of some communal bench seats and one round table, to dine-in is baptismal. While you sit scanning the space, it's evident that English is held secondarily to the vast majority nearby. Places like these ignite my desire to persist in learning. Like a Pabst Blue Ribbon or roadside Waffle House, this experience isn't for everybody. Gifts of peace and low prices are the sweet reward of other's inability to enjoy the gritty side of life. Expect the same crew holding it down here, with the biggest of smiles radiating from the cashier. Somebody who can laugh at me declining chopsticks because "I know myself" is a magnetic honesty that keeps me coming back. She allows the customer to peruse this menu in silence and may kindly tack on some extra bites when you order late enough in the shift. Much love.

Zero Degrees has east Asian food and drinks including but not limited to bubble tea, ramen,…read moreKorean-style corn dogs, and egg waffles. The store is colourful and cute but not over the top, and the seating is very comfortable. They have wifi. I got a taro meets ube drink with pudding and a pumpkin spice egg waffle (fall special). I haven't had an egg waffle in a while since I don't know of any other place in Bloomington that makes them and I love pumpkin spice, so I was very excited about this waffle, and it did not let me down. The pumpkin spice flavour was nice, the waffle was fluffy and cooked right. They lightly drizzled it with a caramel sauce but the waffle itself wasn't too sweet so it balanced out. I liked the taro meets ube, which was taro milk tea with ube paste. The taro and ube flavours were similar but enhanced each other. I didn't see if I could adjust the sweetness level, but the default wasn't overly sweet. I was able to get this drink with soy milk instead of regular milk, although the barista let me know that the ube paste contains milk that can't be removed. The barista and lady cooking in the back both seemed very friendly. My drink was ready quickly. It took a while, maybe 15 minutes to get my waffle, but they apologized for the wait. There's a 4% charge on card purchases. Bring cash to save a little.

I went to get my internet set up and I found this cute little boba shop, Zero Degrees ! They have…read moresmoothies, all sorts of teas, boba, and they have a small menu filled with Asian cuisines ! The seating area is adorable and the workers are super sweet ! I love me some boba. So I got a peach tea with popping mango boba. Delicious ! Any time I'm on the side of town, I'm going to make sure to pop (haha get it?) in !

We had two poke bowls; we've had good ones here before…read more This time, the mango added was inedible, hard as a rock. Other ingredients weren't up to snuff, either. Service was fine. Parking is always easy, but we're not compelled to return any more. Wish we were; it wasn't stellar but the prices were good and food quality was OK. Now, it's "meh".

Good restaurant overall, though it's definitely the more westernized option compared to nearby Ami…read more Still, the food is tasty, well-prepared, and comes out quickly and efficiently. The modern interior gives it a nice upscale feel, and the service is friendly and attentive. I also really like that they offer a teppanyaki option -- always fun and adds to the experience. A solid choice for Japanese food in Bloomington if you're looking for something casual and consistent.

Amazing food, excellent service. It is always a pleasure to eat there or take it home.read more

Why have I not reviewed Royal Mandarin?? My wife and I eat here a lot. It's very quiet and always…read morevery clean. Place the order at the counter. They will gladly help you understand what ingredients are involved in various dishes. Most items are pretty standard names. I usually get the "Royal with Fried Rice" and add an egg roll. It rather mild with chicken, beef, shrimp, and artificial crab. My wife gets some sort of pineapple rice that has peanuts on it. She really likes the tofu depending on her tastebuds. Egg rolls are perfect and skewered chicken is definitely a great choice. General Tso's use to be my go to, but it fills me up too much. It's very good but I've just had to back off. We go here probably on average every 20 days. Food is always very fresh. It's just really, really. We see some of the same people eating in there on a routine basis so you know it has a following. Enjoy your Royal Mandarin main dish and don't hesitate to get fortune cookies on the way out!! Pictures to come!!

This is my first time going here and I enjoyed the tea I got specifically lychee black tea w/ 30%…read moresugar and popping boba. They sold a variety of other things and something that especially caught my eye was the Vietnamese sausages so I will definitely be coming back to try! They had an array of press on nails, handmade bracelets and rings that were super cute! I love the cutesy atmosphere and the drink came out super fast because there were 2 people im assuming the owners both working on different parts! While their excellent reputation precedes them, I feel compelled to add my recommendations!

Best bubble tea in town! The pineapple green tea is delicious and I get it with popping lychee. The…read moreowner is really sweet too.

This is one of my favorite bubble tea spots in town. I love their lychee milk tea, taro milk tea,…read morematcha milk tea, and brown sugar milk tea--they're all consistently good and full of flavor. The strawberry yogurt is another favorite of mine, refreshing and perfectly balanced. I also enjoy trying their special drinks, which are always fun and unique. The quality is consistent, and the drinks are made just right every time. Overall, it's a go-to place for me whenever I'm craving boba, and I highly recommend it to other bubble tea lovers.

I recommend this place. You can customize your drinks, I come for the poke bowl! Its preparation…read moreis perfect and the options are extensive. The atmosphere is nice, and the service is fast. 10 out of 10.

Yum Mi and Rice Bowl are the 2 best restaurants in New Albany. Both are unique and I must admit…read moreRice Bowl has a larger selection of my favorites.

I have been coming to Rice Bowl since they opened. They are always delicious, very friendly and the…read morebest spicy cucumbers I have had. I have moved away from New Albany but always stop by here when I'm in town.

Drinks were delectable! Parking can be difficult, but manageable if you know where to look. Service…read moreis quick and efficient- we love stopping by every time we're in the area!

Tsaocaa is more than boba. There's egg waffles, chicken, and more. This location has street parking…read morebut it's paid. The front is a bit chaotic with all the supplies in full display along with lots of random toys and snacks for sale. Fortunately there's an upstairs that's more calming. Nice to see this chain out here. Their drinks are always consistent and I like that you can adjust the sugar levels. The drinks