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.

May/June means it's MANGO SEASON! So naturally, I had to come get my mango fix satisfied. I got my…read morefavorite Pomelo & Mango with Sago, and Mango Romance, to share with a friend and we both enjoyed our mango party thoroughly. Like many other local Asian dessert spots, this place uses a self service model for food collection, utensils/water, and bussing dishes. Upon ordering, you get a buzzer, find your own table, and help yourself to water and utensils at the kiosks. Service is friendly but they could do a better job with wiping down tables between guests, and the interior is a little chaotic with stacks of mango boxes visible to customers. Still, I appreciate the consistently delicious treats.

I am officially obsessed with Hui Lau Shan. My husband first went there as part of a team outing…read moreand brought me back the coconut jelly with mango and the mango mochi... and I haven't stopped thinking about them since. They were both so good--perfectly sweet, refreshing, and just incredibly satisfying. I've sent him back every single day for the past 8 days to bring me the exact same order--that's how amazing it is! I've also tried their mango with coconut strips (so delicious, but definitely best enjoyed there since it's more of a frozen dessert), and the mango and coconut with sago drink, which held up great as a takeout drink. Honestly, mango is the star here, and you really can't go wrong with anything mango on the menu. I keep telling myself I'll branch out and try more items, but my favorites are just too good to pass up. If you're even thinking about trying this place--do it! You'll absolutely want to go back again and again.

Hidden in the food court next to Asian family mart - I would've never seen it if I wasn't looking…read morefor chopsticks and ventured into the food court area. I got 1 avocado smoothie + boba and 1 mango passionfruit lemon tea + crystal boba. The lady was pretty quick at making the drinks. My toddler and I really enjoyed the avocado shake, and my husband liked the mango passionfruit tea. We didn't have any complaints about the boba quality. It seemed the right amount of chewiness and texture for us. I also liked the price for the large portion size. I'd love to come back and try other flavors next time!

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.

For our workplace potluck, we ordered the popcorn chicken party tray, and the boba & toppings…read morestation, with 2 kinds of tea (Milk Tea and Jasmine Green Tea) enough for 50ppl. Everything (including utensils, cups and straws) were well prepared and it's ready to serve at our party! It's a HIT! ordering with Tapioca express is super easy and they are so helpful on preparing everything ready to serve! Saved us time and effortless! Highly recommended!

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.

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

HEYTEA at The Bravern is one of those modern tea shops that focuses on turning drinks into more of…read morean experience rather than just a quick boba stop. We walked into a clean, contemporary space that fits well with the upscale shopping environment around it, though the store itself is on the smaller side with limited seating, making it feel more like a grab-and-go destination than a café where you stay for a long time. Even with the smaller setup, the presentation and branding make it feel distinct from typical bubble tea shops, and the visual appeal of the drinks adds to the overall experience. The main reason to visit HEYTEA is the quality and variety of its specialty drinks. Their fruit teas and cheese foam drinks are the biggest highlights, with options that focus on fresh fruit flavors instead of just sweetness. We tried the Coconut Mango Boom, one of the more popular choices, and found it combined mango with coconut flavors for a refreshing drink that felt closer to a dessert than a traditional tea. The cheese foam added a creamy layer that balanced the fruit and tea without overpowering it, and the real fruit chunks made the drink feel more substantial. Their milk teas also stand out because the tea flavor remains noticeable instead of getting lost under sugar, which is a common issue at many other shops. The matcha drinks are another strong option, especially for those who enjoy richer, more layered flavors. Drinks like the Triple Matcha offer a stronger matcha profile with creamy toppings that add texture without masking the earthy notes of the tea. The seasonal and limited-time collaborations also make the menu feel like it is constantly changing, giving people a reason to come back and try something new. We appreciated that the menu encourages exploration, with enough variety to keep visits interesting without making the choices overwhelming. Because HEYTEA has become popular, waits can be longer during peak hours, and the small store layout means it can feel crowded when there is a line. The ordering process is generally straightforward, and the staff keep things moving even when there is a rush, but the limited seating makes it better suited for taking your drink around The Bravern rather than planning to hang out inside. The drinks themselves are well crafted and arrive with the polished presentation that the brand is known for. HEYTEA stands out because it treats tea as the main focus rather than simply adding tea flavors to sweet drinks. The combination of quality ingredients, creative menu options, and strong presentation makes it one of the more interesting tea spots in Bellevue. It is worth checking out if you are looking for fruit teas, cheese foam drinks, or a more elevated take on modern bubble tea that prioritizes flavor balance over excessive sweetness.

Overall: 4 stars…read more Haven't done a HeyTea review in a while but finally went to a new one in Bellevue. This one is a bit off for me compared to the others in the Bay and NYC, but its great to see that its expanding. I love their expanded menu of drinks that appeals to a larger number of flavors. Coconut Mango Boom - I'm not sure what's wrong with this version but something is off balance from the usual. I think the ratio of mango smoothie was not enough so it was starting to taste like a bowl of sago in coconut milk. This drink is only delightful when that perfect balance is maintained. Food: -1 Presentation: +1 Price: +1 Atmosphere: E Service: E Menu: +2 Insta/Yelp/Beli: @amei_eats Insta/TikTok: @ameizing.race

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!!!!

5 Star on just the Red Bean soup review…read more Meet Fresh was always just a fun place to meet, collab, and vibe for the nostalgia of Taiwan times, was just always meh on most their stuff. Much of the hot soups just had waaaaay too much stuff in them. But adding the red bean soup by itself without all the foo foo stuff maybe 2 years ago was very welcome, albeit it's buried deep in the menu to find. This was very welcome to see and their red bean soup was noteworthy for repeat visits. However, in the last 2 visits, not sure if they changed something in the recipe, the red bean soup is now TOP TIER. Top Tier for USA that is, and well, that's where we are right now. It's DELISH, pick 2 sides, so far always peanuts, and either almond pudding or black sesame ball have been just smile oozing good. So good it's almost always on our minds after a dinner somewhere that we have to stop in at the Bellevue Meet Fresh right after to finish the night. It's so gooooood! Just the red bean soup and 2 sides! Do it!!!!

Came here on a sunny Friday afternoon and tried their $35 dessert set menu as part of Seattle…read moreRestaurant Week special offer! What a deal it is!! The SRW $35 deal comes with 2 drinks, 1 dessert, 1 mini signature, and 1 GIANT shave ice treat!! Got the strawberry and mango combo shave ice and the fruits are nice and fresh! One caveat - because the fruits are fresh, they won't be always on the sweet side and could occasionally be 'tart' (which goes well with the ice cream and the lightly syruped shave ice! If you don't like any tartness from the fresh fruits, I'd recommend ordering the brown sugar shave ice instead!! There was no wait at around 2:30 pm in the afternoon, and the service was fast and friendly! Also appreciate the ambiance and the sound tracks playing in the store!! Highly recommend!!!