About a 2-2.5: Straw & Bubbles Tea Bar is an intimate space that offers various…read moremilk/fruit/matcha/blended teas and drinks, croffles, and even instant ramen options. We stopped by after having lunch in the area, and we ordered: +the Strawberry Cream Cheese croffle - topped with strawberry-flavored cream cheese and freeze-dried strawberries (the description actually state they were fresh strawberry slices, so this would need to be updated) +a Strawberry Matcha Latte +Orange Jasmine Yakult +and, a Pineapple Creamy The croffle itself was okay; it was slightly chewy and may have been stale; wished it would have been served hot. The drinks could have been steeped longer and prepared better, as they were watered down. The place is cute, and there's limited seating inside. There seems to be consistent to-go/pick-up orders. Limited street parking is available. +watered down drinks +slightly stale croffles +instant ramen options +limited seating

We went to Straw and Bubbles Tea Bar for the second time and we liked it. I will admit it is a tad…read morepricy for boba but for convenience it is worth it for us. We got: Ramen: 9/10 I got to try a new ramen that I normally do not get. I added an egg and radish ($1 each for toppings) the ramen I picked is the Jin seafood version. The noodles are nice and chewy with a good amount of spicy. It also has dried crab bits added! Boba: 10/10 we got some strawberry boba and it was delicious. The tapioca here is always perfectly cooked with good chew to it. The owner/shop worker is very nice! She gave us two waffles on the house. The ambiance is a really cute shop perfect for dates or boba chats. We would for sure be stopping by again for late night boba cravings.

I love a good bubble tea and was excited to find one so close to the Target I always frequent. The…read moreinterior was very minimal and modern. There were quite a few people hanging out inside. I did a mobile order and it was ready within a few minutes. There are so many options! I opted to try the green tea and was excited to see there was a lavender flavor option and of course I added pearls. I LOVE the tab on top - that's a first I've seen at any bubble tea place. The tea wasn't the best I've ever had and I'm not sure if it's because of the lavender flavor but that is my assumption since I never had it in a bubble tea before. I think all the fruit options are a much better way to go. I'm looking forward to coming back and trying more menu items and even their savory food items.

Candy Cloud was such a fun little find…read more I tried the peach drink and it honestly reminded me of an energy drink but in the best way possible. It had that refreshing kick, but was definitely on the sweeter side, which I actually loved. Super flavorful and perfect if you're craving something fruity and bold. My sister got one of their coffee drinks and WOW... it was so good. Very caramel-forward with a strong, rich coffee flavor definitely a must if you're into sweeter coffee with a real caffeine punch. We went a little before closing, and I was lowkey expecting slower service, but they were so quick and efficient. Everything came out fast and the staff was still super friendly, which I really appreciated. They also have a surprisingly big food menu, which makes me want to come back and actually try more next time. That elote sandwich is already calling my name Overall, such a cute spot with great drinks and speedy service. Definitely coming back to explore more of the menu!

Got a standard black milk tea, but added pudding instead of boba. I got 70% sugar. The recommended…read moreamount was 50%, but I usually get my milk teas at 100% sugar, so decided to try 70%. It was a good amount of sweetness, maybe actually a little too sweet since the pudding was very sweet. The milk tea was pretty standard. I'd come back to get it again, but my ideal milk tea could have a little stronger tea flavor. My kids got a mango smoothie with tapioca, and they enjoyed it! Service was quick, the place was pretty clean.

We really like gong cha compared to other boba spots. I think their prices are fair and tapioca is…read moreyummy! We got: Matcha bubble waffle with brown sugar syrup: 4.8/5 I love it when it's right out of the waffle maker. Perfectly warm and crisp with the brown sugar sauce. Taro smoothie: 4.5/5 it's good and not icy. Perfectly warm consistency and taro flavor. Matcha strawberry: 4.5/5 great matcha quality! Pepperoni bubble waffle: 2/5 a bit lacking both in size and flavor. I think I'd be fine if it was bigger even if it's more pricy. The restaurant itself is very cute! And there are indoor seating available.

This is great, affordable fish. This is my order:…read moreWhite rice, salmon, spicy tuna, cucumber, avocado, spicy mayo, unagi sauce, both roe, and crunch

So, I've had quite a few burritos in my time, and I have to say that Poke Burrito's are only very…read moretechnically burritos. There's rice and protein, rolled up in a wrap, but the wrap is seaweed, the rice is sticky, and there's no spice or heat, or even warmth. Didn't work for me. On the other hand, I know nothing about poke, other than what I've had here, and their poke bowls are delicious. Flavorful, zesty, complex, fresh, just really nice, and you can get them however you like. In between, I know a little bit about ramen, and the ramen here is just OK. Has the salty umami goodness, lacks a little in the tastiness of the noodles, could really use better eggs. But it's clearly the best ramen for miles around and you can get it to go with a bowl of poke so it's ok by me. Likewise their sushi is decent for take out. Just rolls, no sashimi or nigiri, and it's fresh enough and tasty, but nothing to write home about. So everybody in the family can get something they want, and it's all pretty good or better, and ready quick. Poke Burrito is a standby for us, we're glad they're nearby.

Yum yum! Had a hankering for boba and this place satisfies that need. I was in the area and went…read morehere to get a boba freeze. One of my favorite things in the world is Taro so getting a Taro freeze with boba and clear jelly sounds like heaven to me. This is exactly what I got and it was delicious! It wasn't too cold and while there was boba, it didn't overpower the drink itself and neither did the jelly. As expected, this place is overpowered by little youngins with a sweet tooth but I can't blame them. It's not like they made the wait any more longer or shorter. The customer service was good and quick, nothing to complain about. I will continue to come here when I have a boba itch. I've also tried their bingsu which was also really good but....alot. It's packed with red beans which are sweet and delicious, ice cream and fresh fruit. I know for a fact, I cannot finish it on my own so I suggest sharing it with someone else. Other than that, it is certainly a delectable and yummy dessert. Highly recommend. Overall, I will continue to keep coming back here for you Lincolnshire/BG locals, I would encourage you to do the same. Prices are decent and your sweet tooth will be satisfied for sure!

There's never a bad time for boba! I often swing by here when I need a little treat during the day…read more The options are endless but they have plenty of menu suggestions to help you make a selection. My go tos are banana coconut with mango jelly or just plain avocado. They do have tons of great options but. I find myself gravitating towards those most frequently. The staff is always super friendly, and the service is quick. Even when they have a large group or the shop is crowded you can count on them to have your drink up super quick.

Tried a few drinks here and everything hit…read more The Java Chip was the star for me it tasted exactly like the old McDonald's chocolate chip frappe that got discontinued. Super nostalgic, perfectly blended, not too sweet, and really satisfying. The taro was smooth and creamy with a nice authentic flavor, not overly sugary or artificial. The strawberry milkshake was also solid fresh, classic, and refreshing. Cute café vibes, lots of drink options, and a great spot to chill with friends. Definitely coming back to work my way through more of the menu.

Cute spot to stop by if you have that "need something sweet" fix. My friend and I had a taste for…read morebingsoo after dinner so we stopped by. It was kind of late, but we came in....employees were probably also not expecting many people if anything, because it was snowing too. Although there were quite a few different crowds that came in after my friend and I did. The bingsoo was okay. My friend and I shared a cup since we were still pretty full from dinner. I wish there was a little more to it. Sweet enough to get that "sweet fix" and call it a night. I also ordered the almond milk tea and it was good. It was a nice balance. The menu also has other items to offer like shakes, coffee, ramen, sandwiches, etc.

We love coming back here to try new drinks and love seeing how much they've grown since they first…read moreopened. Even now to have the bakery next door. We recently came by after needing an afternoon pick me up and Altea had just the treat. Along with our beverages we got the ube banana pudding and it was delicious, I'm still thinking about it weeks later! A must try if they have it in stock! P.S. absolutely love the lactaid vending for those who need it!

Limited selection that is dairy free. They offer Oat milk alternative. Most drinks are sweetened…read morewith monk fruit. Walking in there is a display answering common questions. One of which is about dairy free which mainly lists Matcha drinks with oat milk. Another question on the sheet is about of they have regular espresso drinks and saying they focus mainly on Vietnamese coffee that usually has milk in it. This was a bit confusing since the menu a bit further to the left did have an americano listed on it which had a dairy free marking. The menu was more help and was kindly marked the dairy free alternative options. Just a bit confusing if you are sensitive to dairy and think you can just fall back on black coffee or espresso if they don't have any options. I had an oat milk matcha latte hot. Didn't come out that hot honestly. It was ready to drink, but not that hot. Probably should have tried iced honestly. I am a but bias since I just don't like the flavor of monk fruit so I was not a big fan of the flavor. Not a lot of sound mitigation in the cafe. It was a bit busy, but was a little hard to hear the person sitting just across from me. I do wish I could try the other drinks, but with such limited dairy free selections I didn't have many options.

Joined with the main Dear Frank's restaurant is a bubble tea and ice cream shop that provides a…read morespot to get some sweets while you're dining in downtown Deerfield. There's a good amount of space to casually hang out and socialize with a menu that includes everything from milk tea to smoothies to fruit teas to frappes. On the ice cream side you can get cups, cones, and shakes. I tried the mango fruit tea with lychee jelly and passion fruit smoothie with tapioca here and found them to be okay. A bit sweet for me and a fairly basic construction compared to what you'll find elsewhere. It was enjoyable and not too expensive for the portion size.

As a self-proclaimed boba connoisseur and lover of local businesses, I was hoping to add another to…read moremy growing list of affordable, quality, and quaint boba joints in the Chicagoland area. However, upon entering the shop and looking at the menu, I was worried about the quality and taste of the boba, anticipating disappointment. Instead, I opted to try their small selection of quality ice creams. Only 6 flavours are available, but it's extremely customisable and the staff is very accommodating. I was absolutely blown away by the vanilla ice cream. The taste is subtle and not overpowering, but it's a fresh kind of vanilla I've never had and is sure to please all vanilla lovers. The texture of the ice cream was perfect - it didn't melt too fast, not too soft or frozen, and it was creamy but not overwhelmingly creamy. Simply put, you NEED to try it! The individual who accommodated me was phenomenal! I, unfortunately, didn't get his name, but he took great care of my vanilla ice cream with oreos in a cake cone. Furthermore, I was able to learn more about the business and how involved they are in the community, which is always a plus for me. He even let me try some leftover caramel latte frappe, which wasn't too sweet! Overall, my 5-stars goes to the quality of service I received and the ice cream. I love the business and am excited to come back with friends and family!