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Sono Kitchen & Boba

4.2 (50 reviews)
ModerateBubble Tea, Japanese
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Salt and Pepper Chicken Don
Alexandra L.

On a beautiful Saturday, came to the mall specifically to have lunch at Sono. What's crazy is the line next door at Chipotle is crazy busy, and this hidden gem, it was busy enough but not packed. Although, I'm kinda happy about that - no long line! We ordered the same thing we got our first visit, but I seriously need to try more of their stuff. Next time I plan on getting the Japanese Shrimp or the salt and pepper popcorn tofu or takoyaki!

Popcorn chicken with the dipping sauce
Vernee D.

Absolutely delicious! I came in for my lunch and ended up staying the enjoy the ambience. There is a self-ordering kiosk at the front. The menu was pretty straightforward so I ordered their Pop N Bo combo! This is an order of popcorn chicken and a medium boba drink. The interior is clean and cute! There is plenty seating inside and out! They brought my order fresh to me and to my table. The popcorn chicken was piping hot and I loved that! It was crispy and satisfying and the boba was refreshing. I really enjoyed my visit!

Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken
Lillian F.

Came here for lunch with my partner - I ordered the sono boba milk tea (with regular boba) and the basil chicken don (which came with macaroni salad, seaweed salad, and cucumber salad) and he ordered the pop n bo (popcorn chicken and a mango snow white (with peach popping boba) and everything was great--the drinks were not too sweet, and the food was not too salty. Service was a little slow, but the piping hot food made up for it. The popcorn chicken was definitely the star of the show - light but crisp coating, with lots of white pepper. The chicken pieces were also large and hearty. Probably the best Taiwanese popcorn chicken in the valley (that I've had). The only critique I have is that the boba seemed to be a little overcooked - there was a nice chew but not quite as Q as I personally enjoy. We'll definitely be back though!

Sono Noodle House
Lucy L.

Stopped here for lunch and arrived around 11:40am. The owner, Jerry, is super friendly. He made sure to accommodate my friend's dairy allergy for her drink and assured the food was safe to eat. I've been here several times already so I knew what to expect. Eating popcorn chicken fresh is the best. I burnt my tongue a few times but was worth it. I also got the tiramisu milk tea with coffee jelly and I think I've found my new favorite. I look forward to having it again soon!

Thai tea
Christa M.

I stopped by last week and the worker was very friendly and welcoming! I ordered the "super size" Thai tea with boba and paid about $11 with tip. The inside was clean and cool. The yellow makes it very cheerful and fun. The drink was refreshing and yummy.

Udon with shrimp and chicken
Krista P.

I had the shrimp and chicken udon. The broth had this unique smoky flavor and I can honestly say it was one of the most wonderfully flavored broths I have had from asian soups. So delicious. I ask had the prickly pear mojito boba tea, but it was a bit too sweet for me. It tasted quite artificially sweetened. Not my style, but my boyfriend's mango one was excellent! This was my second time here and I would go back again.

Beef noodle soup with no beef, wtf?
Harvey L.

Like another reviewer said here, when ordering the beef noodle soup to go, they always forget about the beef! Who pays $18 for a bowl of soup with no protein? Still love the popcorn chicken, but I think I will not order to noodle soup anymore from here. Called the owner and he apologized and gave me credit for the food that was missing. Hope this problem is resolved in the future.

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Amanda L.

I was super excited for a new boba place in Gilbert and especially one with a SUPER size boba option, but the boba drinks are my least favorite thing about this place. I've tried several drinks and haven't found one that I love yet: - Tiramisu was just ok. It didn't have any flavors that stood out. - Thai Milk Tea was super underwhelming and didn't taste like the Thai Tea at other places. - Taro Yama - My husband really enjoys this drink, but this was my least favorite one I tried here. - Sea Salt Mango - The only drink I've tried so far that I somewhat enjoy, but not enough to get a SUPER size version of. I do however enjoy most of the food here! The XLB (soup dumplings) was pleasantly good. Their popcorn chicken is well portioned and delicious and comes with a very delicious sauce. I also love being able to order off a kiosk. The service and staff are super nice! They are so accommodating and welcoming. I'll definitely be back for the XLB and to try more drinks and hopefully find one I love.

Sono Boba Milk Tea medium
Emma N.

I liked this place! Lots of parking and indoor/outdoor seating available. They also offer some really yummy food! Merchandise was available for purchase too. The people working were really nice and helpful. I decided to try the Sono Boba milk tea. I did 75% sweet and 50% ice. I really enjoyed it and plan on coming back soon to try the popcorn tofu!

Chauncey H.

I've been here twice now, and I'm officially hooked. This place is adorable, clean, and organized, with a cozy and welcoming vibe from the moment you walk in. It's tucked in a big shopping center, and I love that Barnes & Noble (two stories!) is right next door--perfect for a little treat + book combo outing. Drinks & Food The staff is amazing--super friendly, upbeat, and actually knowledgeable, especially when it comes to food allergies. I have a dairy allergy, and they knew exactly what drinks I could safely order, and even helped me with alternative options. * My favorite: Matcha boba -- smooth, balanced, and not overloaded with ice (which I really appreciate--you're getting what you pay for!). * My daughter's favorite: Rose milk tea with boba - fragrant, floral, and so refreshing * The boba itself is perfect--soft, chewy, and never overcooked. They also offer something called the Pop N Bo--a combo that comes with boba + crispy fried chicken for just $16, and the chicken is dairy-free! Also tried their Gyoza, and let me just say: top-tier deliciousness. Cute Extras They sell the cutest things! * Adorable custom cups * Keychains, collectibles, and mini merch * Grab-and-go snacks and drinks in the refrigerated case by the register * Don't forget to ask for a punch card so you can earn points toward free drinks! Clean & Quirky Bathroom Even their bathroom is a vibe--super clean and decorated with cute cat art on the walls. Love the attention to detail here. Final thoughts: Sono Boba is now one of my go-to spots for a treat with my kids or a solo pick-me-up. Great drinks, great food, allergy-friendly, adorable atmosphere, and just overall good energy. Can't wait to go back and try more!

Kathy C.

We decided to come Check out this new spot at santan mall. I don't usually drink too much boba since they're usually a little too sweet for me. But this place you can get the drinks less sweetened. Which is a plus ! I got the lychee and mint one and it was very refreshing and I got it half sweetened. We also got the Thai tea and a couple others. It was perfect. We also got the Salt and pepper chicken and it was really good ! The staff's were friendly and had a cute modern look !

Front treats
Bernadette M.

Sono offers boba tea and Taiwanese food like popcorn chicken, beef noodle soup, chicken bentos, gyozas, popcorn tofu, steamed soup dumplings, takoyaki, etc. They also sell some random packaged snacks and cute cups in the store. There is a Sono in Sedona and Flagstaff that I've been to. I drink a lot of boba and eat my fair share of popcorn chicken. Sono is not horrible but for me there are other places I'd go to bc I prefer their boba and chicken more. Located next to Chipotle in San Tan village so there's plenty of parking in the lot. Unless you go on a weekend and you're weaving around looking for a spot. Lols But my friend and I went on a Friday around lunch so no problem finding parking. There is seating outside on the patio and inside. It's not a huge spot but it's not tiny with only a few tables. When we walked in, we were greeted by the guy working the front. We could order with him or the kiosk but went with the latter since he was packing an order. No problem ordering from the kiosk. Our order came out quick. The popcorn chicken comes in a pretty generous portion at $11 with big pieces but flavor wise it is lacking for me. In the menu picture there are pieces of fried basil and mine had none. I also prefer white vs their dark meat but that's just preference. I did not order boba tea this time but my friend said she liked her Thai tea. I also tried her gyoza and it was good. I think this is a nice addition to San Tan Village. Worth stopping by if you are shopping there and need a quick boba and snack fix....

inside
Ryan H.

Stopped in for a boba run and had a great experience all around. I ordered the Taro Yama, and while the flavor was pretty standard for a taro boba drink, the boba pearls were perfectly cooked--soft, chewy, and just right. Solid quality overall. The guy at the register was friendly and helpful. He answered all our questions about the different drink flavors without rushing us, which was much appreciated. The place had a fun, lively vibe. Music was upbeat and at a good volume--not too loud, just enough to add some energy. You could smell food cooking in the back, which honestly made the whole place feel even more inviting, even though I didn't end up ordering any food. Definitely a great spot to grab a drink, hang out, and enjoy the atmosphere. Will be back to try more!

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9 months ago

Great place to eat, food is good and staff is very friendly! Definitely coming back here soon.

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11 months ago

Take 25 minutes to made one drink! $6.50 for a small drink! They were very unorganized! The place is cute but slow service!

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1 year ago

I had a bento box which was amazing! Great service as well. They explained all of my options when I called on the phone for takeout.

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1 year ago

First time here! Whoever made my sea salt mango! There is no taste at all ! They forgot to put sugar and can't taste the mango flavor!

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wet good place and great service i recommend this place to try it i was there with my family order different items it was great flavor

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