One of the main reasons I went to Chelsea Market was to try Very Fresh Noodles, which is very good…read more The line was long but moved very quickly and despite the number of orders, the wait for food was not super long. It's one of the larger stalls in the market and has some seating, but not enough, and the market seating is very limited as well. I ordered the hibiscus lemonade and the very spicy Dan Dan Mian. I loved watching the staff prepare the noodles while waiting. My bowl was huge and absolutely delicious. It was very spicy as promised, but not too spicy that it was rendered not enjoyable. I looked at other orders and everything looked delicious, leading to only semi-regret of my choice. My lemonade was very good. I'm very much looking forward to returning.

Considering this place is inside of a food hall, I wasn't sure how it would taste but I was happily…read moresurprised!! The noodles are freshly hand made and the beef was super tender. The broth was too salty for me but I just didn't drink it and it made all the other ingredients taste good. Pretty good portion for the price too. My bf got the lamb version and they didn't give him much lamb so I'd go with the beef. If you're looking for a quick tasty bite this place is it!

Was working with the team out of a nearby WeWorks office and found this boba spot close by through…read moreYelp. Service was rather impersonal, but they were able to take my order quickly despite a slight queue of people who had just come in. Ordered my go-to Passionfruit Green Tea w/ boba. They provide a generous amount of boba which I definitely appreciate. However the boba itself was on the firmer side and not as enjoyable. The passionfruit juice was ok, but tasted more like syrup juice rather than fresh fruit. Store itself is very clean and spacious. With plenty of tables available if you choose to dine-in.

The pineapple fresh fruit tea was absolutely yum! It was so light, refreshing, and made with real…read morefruit! Perfect balance of sweetness and tartness made it a perfect treat. So refreshing, especially on a hot day!

Nestled in the lower level of Chelsea Market is Pearl River Mart Foods, the little sibling of Pearl…read moreRiver Mart on the 1st floor. While quite a small outpost, I'm glad that a spot like this exists at Chelsea Market! Whereas the upstairs store shelves a plethora of Asian and Asian-inspired decor, handicrafts, furniture and housewares, the downstairs counterpart is like if a grocery and a food court had a small child. I'm not sure how they managed to fit 4 different food vendors along one side of the wall--kinda blows my mind--Mao's Baos, Kimbap Lab, Tea&Milk, and Pearl River Mart Little Eats. I'll be honest I haven't tried the kimbap or baos mostly because I'm not used to paying quite so much for them, though to be fair for the location it's not out of reason considering a single slice of pizza upstairs at Filaga is like $9.** As for the grocery itself, while they're slightly more pricey than other Chinatown groceries that might carry some of the same products, for the exposure and location, again it's pretty reasonable. They carry a mix of food and condiments from different Asian cultures too--for the most part Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Malaysian, Thai, and some Asian American items*. *these may have origins in traditional Asian cuisine with an American or Western influence that makes it different or maybe more understandable or palatable to non-Asian culture, or truly straight up Asian foods that are branded in English. **let's not even get into the convo of why certain cultures' cuisines are considered "fancier" or affixed a higher perceived $ value than others. Sometimes I need to remind myself of this subtle internal prejudice when ascertaining whether it's worthwhile to purchase a food or product.

I had a lot of fun wondering around Pearl River Mart Foods. It is located on the lower level of…read moreChelsea Market. They sell food to order, with several different options. They also sell all sorts of candy, beverages, frozen dumplings, frozen desserts, and condiments in the grocery section of the shop. Prices are premium. This would be a good spot to buy gifts for the foodies in your life.

Solid boba tea spot. We ordered Roasted Oolong Tea Latte, Golden bubble Milk Tea, and Lychee Milk…read moreTea. We lessened the sweetness on these drinks and the balance of tea flavor, sweetness, and creaminess was top notch imo. I was impressed with the roasted oolong and Lychee Milk Tea profile. No issues with service. This is mainly order to go style.

This was very close to my work, and I've been wanting to try for a while. I guess you can say I…read morefinally caved. I got the golden bubble milk tea which is their most popular drink. I didn't realize golden bubble literally just meant golden boba balls. I thought it would be some sort of special milk tea flavor LOL. But it wasn't so it was just your typical milk tea (which was pretty good) with LOTS (too much) of boba (not good). The boba to tea ratio could definitely be a lot better, half the drink was boba which is way too much. I also wish the boba was a little less chewy. They recommended 50% sugar so I got 25% and it was still too sweet for me. The upside is that it did satisfy the boba craving for the moment. And the service was quick! It was also a little bit hard to find this store because people were doing construction around the building.

This was my first time ever at Amy's bread and I'm so sad we came towards the end of the day! A lot…read moreof the bread and pastries were sold out, but I had no idea since there were so many other shops further closer to the entrance and this particular shop was towards the middle or back. Nevertheless, the gentleman working there was incredibly helpful and we ended up getting a blueberry coffee cake slice as well as some walnut bread slice that looked more like a hummingbird cake slice and two different breads that were simply delicious!! The gentleman actually said he was from Oakland, Oakland, California, so that was funny to me since I'm from the Bay Area also. Ambience in the store was very clean and rustic and if they weren't closing so soon I would've stayed to enjoy my pastry, but we had just finished eating at the Japanese taco spot down the street or alleyway? So look for my review on that! I can't wait to go back to Amy's bread and try more of their actual loaves of breads, as well as their pastries!!

Jeez, this place is annoying. I'll admit that the bread twists and other bakery treats sometimes…read morecall my name. But the service is awful. There are never enough people working behind the counter, and even when there is one person in front of me it takes forever. Also, there is no clear indication where the beginning of the line forms so people are always cutting - intentionally and unintentionally. The last five times I wanted to buy something, I ended up leaving without making a purchase in order to get back to work in time. Frustrating!

24 April 2026 Warm Sunny 66°F…read moreHudson Yards (aka Mini Dubai) Did you know that Xing Fu Tang (幸福堂), pronounced shing foo tahng, directly translates to "A Happy Place"? And indeed it is! I just adore the premium beverage chain that originates from Taiwan. Xing Fu Tang is known for crafting the finest handmade Brown Sugar Boba using superb time honored craftsmanship, delivering a 'blissful, authentic, and artisanal' Taiwanese bubble tea experience without compromise. I am truly happy enjoying Boba milk teas here every time I visit Hudson Yards. Thank you!

While exploring the Hudson Yards shops, we came across the XFT store. Initially there store looked…read morereally pretty from far, but as I spent few minutes I noticed how undermined it was. The had a sitting area on the side where all cushions were stained. They had the lucky box on the side, which actually had the luck notes, but this area as also dirty on the floor. There was a huge XFT cup also for photo prop. The store was popular as we so many people stopping by and ordering their drinks. We ordered the famous Gold Foil boba milk tea, which was $17, probably got so expensive due to price of gold rising :p. I also ordered the Mango pomelo sago, but the staff informed me they had no grapefruilt pomelo, but I ordered anyway. The gold foil tea came out quickly. It was well made, boba was good. But the mango pomelo took some time and it wasn't good either. There were chunks of mango that didn't mix well with the milk. I enjoyed the sago but rest of the drink was a bummer. My overall experience at this XFT store wasn't as majestic as the one by St Marks.

Cute JOOY tea shoppe. Can't believe JOOY has expanded so much! I love their wonder grape. It has…read morealways been my go-to drink. Service is fast and drinks are consistent. There was no line, and they also have a kiosk to order upon entry. There's no table seating, but there are a few seats where you can hang out inside. It's a very small store, a grab-and-go type of spot.

Jooy Tea Shoppe is a modern bubble tea spot that focuses on creative drinks, customizable options,…read moreand unique flavors beyond the usual milk tea menu. We walked into a casual setup with kiosk ordering that makes it easy to browse through the large menu and adjust your drink with different sweetness levels, toppings, and add-ons. The shop is more focused on quick visits rather than being a large café space, with some seating available but a feel that leans toward grabbing a drink while exploring the area. The variety of choices stood out, from fruit teas and slushies to matcha and specialty drinks. We tried the hojicha latte, which had a smooth roasted flavor and felt like a nice alternative to the usual matcha drinks. Their fruit-based drinks and slushies also stand out because they feel lighter and more refreshing, especially compared to heavier milk teas. The menu has a lot of creative combinations, so it feels like a place where you can keep trying different drinks instead of sticking to just one favorite. One thing we appreciated about Jooy Tea Shoppe is how customizable the ordering process is. The kiosk system makes ordering simple, especially when the menu has so many options that it would otherwise take longer to decide, and it makes it easier to experiment with different combinations. The pricing is a little higher compared to some traditional bubble tea shops, especially after adding toppings, but the drink selection and specialty options help make it feel different from a standard boba stop. The variety is probably the biggest reason to come here since there are many flavors that are not as common elsewhere. The service was efficient and the ordering process kept things moving, though the wait can depend on the crowd. Jooy Tea Shoppe is a fun bubble tea spot with a wide selection of drinks and plenty of customization options. The creative menu, fruit teas, matcha options, and seasonal flavors make it a good place to visit when you want something more unique than a regular milk tea. It offers a thoughtful, customizable drink experience that rewards exploration and repeat visits.

Ordered the Passion Green smoothie which is made up of mango, passion fruit, kale, and spinach…read more Most of the medium-sized drinks were $8 while the large were $9. I personally would only come here for the smoothies and juice - not the açaí or boba. The location is small and easily gets packed. Be prepared to wait for 15+ minutes if there is a line out the door.

Came on a Saturday afternoon and it was quite busy! Tons of folks were coming in and out for a spot…read moreI almost walked past! Extensive menu with plenty of fruit slush options (no milk), smoothies (with milk), bowls, or boba. I'd prob rec not getting the boba, since nyc is blessed with boba-specific spots lol I just finished a workout, so I opted for their large Powerful Chia ($11), which had banana, mango, pineapple, and chia seed. I got almond milk, since they didn't have oat milk at the time. Price point was relative on par with other chains. You can add Orgain organic protein for +$1. All ingredients are blended right in front of you, which is always great to see. Overall, would return to a Hawa!