Boba Tea Bend, a small blue boba cart in a random parking lot, is one of the very few boba shops in…read moreBend. I wasn't expecting much but reviews indicated this to be the best boba around. When we arrived, it was absolutely pouring, with the wind blowing the rain sideways so the tiny overhang in front didn't provide much protection. Classic Milk Tea, 50% Sweet ($7) - The milk tea tastes like it is made from powder, although they do sell black and green tea without creamer, so I'm a little confused. Perhaps those are powder too? The drink is pretty thick with a lot of body and it has a harsher kind of sweetness that is too sweet for me even at half. While I prefer fresh brewed tea, powdered milk tea has come a long way through the years, and this one isn't bad at all. In fact, there's a certain brand of powdered milk tea that I'd drink over a lot of boba shops. The drink comes with boba. It's a little on the firm side, so the bounce and chew are a bit lacking. The pearls are all different sizes and have a softer velvet-like layer on the exterior, indicating some kind of sugar soak. They aren't very sweet compared to the drink, though. Milk Tea Rating: 3.5/5 Boba Rating: 3.5/5 For being in a small city without much of a boba presence, Boba Tea Bend scratches the itch. It's certainly not stellar, but it does in a pinch.

Cute ambiance and great tasting butterfly tea. Will go back…read moreand try more flavors. Customer service was great.

The broth flavor is good, otherwise, underwhelming. There's very little veggies served with the…read morepho. The soup is served in a disposable bowl (microplastics anyone?) even when you tell them you are eating in. I find it strange that they won't serve the side of bean sprouts and minimal jalapeño and basil (which comes in a plastic bag) unless you ask for it to "prevent waste" when they are serving everything to you in single use plastic - so much waste! One time I had a strange interaction when I tried to order the vegetarian pho plus shrimp for my husband and I to share. The owner literally said no, it's too big. She was telling me I was ordering too much food, even through I repeatedly told her it was so share. Was she judging me? Why did she care? I'm a paying customer, don't you want my money? Strangest interaction I've ever had ordering food. About the boba: I asked if the flavors were real or syrup, and she said, "there's no real fruit it's just diabetes in a cup." Not very appetizing. I ordered a boba anyways for my kids to share and to this day, my kids (who love sugar) think boba is disgusting because it's too sweet. I don't get this place at all.

I love the food here! I've gone to the original location a lot but went here the first time and the…read morevibes were amazing and I love the atmosphere. The service was great as well and the workers were super sweet.

Solid choice of Pho, fo'sho…read more Stopped in for a warm bowl of happy, and I left happy with the experience. Service was quick and extraordinarily polite and friendly. I started with the chicken potstickers, which I enjoyed, though I thought they were cooked a little bit much as they were quite hard but very tasty. The sauce that they provided with them didn't seem to fit exactly, but it wasn't a deterrent. I went with the meatball for, and it came out like you would expect. I would say that I was slightly disappointed with the amount of meatballs in the broth, which seemed to be two or three less than I would've expected, and they didn't provide much in the way of the bean sprouts or other accoutrement to add to it. That said, those weren't bummers, just something of note. Lastly, the mango smoothie was tasty and served as a nice dessert zipper into the evening.

There are only a handful of Vietnamese restaurants in Bend. Pho Viet & Cafe was last on the list of…read morepho places I wanted to try. There was no particular order I wanted to try them in, it's just how the cards fell. Pho Viet & Cafe has a large selection of items ranging from traditional pho, cold noodle dishes, and Hue-style Bun Bo Hue. They even have banh mi sandwiches which seemed on the very pricey side for my liking. What stood out were non-traditional pho dishes like duck and shrimp. I made a mental note to try those in the future. My daughter and I ordered two bowls of the standard pho dishes. Now, this is where things get confusing. I actually wasn't that crazy about my bowl. It came with tons of meats which I appreciate. They definitely give you your money's worth but the broth lacked flavor. My daughter liked her bowl so I didn't say anything. We took leftovers home and I reheated her portion later. I saved a little broth for myself to sip and it was fantastic. It was an excellent sip of broth and everything I expected from quality pho. That's the confusing part of this story because both our dishes came from the same pot of broth. At least, they should have. In any case, we got two different experiences. That simple decision on my part to save the extra broth for myself earned Pho Viet & Cafe an extra star. It was good and I definitely will be coming back.

Amazing boba, and the soup is good too. You guys are also really kind. I've been there twice, and…read morewill go again sometime soon.

Really good Boba gluten-free they are good they have dairy, free Boba and fast service.read more

Sunriver, Oregon is our favorite vacation destination. It is practically our second home, so with…read morethis place being in the heart of our favorite vacation spot, there is even more reason to love it. One of the best places to rent your winter and summer sport rentals. They also have one of the yummiest shaved ice. They had a 50% off special on their skateboards over the summer so of course our daughter had to get one. If you ever go to Sunriver, make sure to stop by here and check them out. They're in a perfect location as well.

My son wanted a cold treat on this hot sunny day and ordered a blended taro bubble tea with tapioca…read morepearls. The flavor was good and the tapioca was fresh and chewy. One issue...there were 2 full sized ice cubes in the middle, which took up 1/3 of the cup because he ordered the small.

Suttle Tea is a true gem in Oregon -- I'm so grateful a local gave us the recommendation to check…read moreit out! I loved the ambiance, decor, and overall vibe of the store. They also are stocked up with some beautiful tea blends. As a tea lover, I love to shop local whenever possible. Tea is community. Tea is trust. Tea is solace. These subtly of details throughout the space-- a testament to the thoughtfulness put in by the owners and workers. Thank you!

Delicious tea, cute store. My favorites are the chocolate chai and the lavender mint…read more Recommend for any tea lovers.

What a great experience!! Great service and so many options!! I was going to get a latte but…read morecouldn't resist the chai chai blended drink. My husband got a latte! Both delicious. I also love that they partner with other local vendors. We will be back.

the baristas here are very sweet & the coffee is also really good! I tried their iced white…read morechocolate americano w/ cream & loved it!! definitely a great spot to go if your looking for a drive thru was quick & 10/10 coffee!! (was a little sad they don't do punch cards but the quality of coffee & service provided definitely makes up for it!!)

From the outside, this coffee shop looks quaint, but the inside buzzes with energy and the smell of…read morefresh espresso. It's very conveniently located within walking distance to the rest of downtown Bend. It can get pretty packed, and seating isn't always guaranteed, but if you have time to hang around, the atmosphere is well worth experiencing. There's a bar-style seating area where locals seemed genuinely settled in, giving the shop a true neighborhood feel. I ordered a large Belgian Mocha, which was rich in flavor while not being overly sweet. The espresso was definitely still there, so the drink was beyond just a dessert vibe. Service was friendly and efficient, with my drink ready in just a few minutes despite the crowd. Overall, this is a lively downtown coffee spot best suited for those who want quality drinks and don't mind a local crowd.

Thump is a great local cafe. While I was there (7am on a Friday), I saw no less than twelve people…read morewalk in who were on a first name basis with the baristas. Additionally, our barista gave us a coupon for a free 12oz drink because it took more than five minutes for us to get the breakfast sandwich, it didn't seem like a long time to me but that is just good service. The music was tasteful and not too loud which helped cultivate the calm and pleasant ambiance. The pastries were delightful, so good in fact that I was unable to get a photo due to my inability to delay taking a bite as soon as we sat down. We had the ham and gruyère croissant and the plain croissant. The breakfast sandwich was great; the homemade English muffins were dense but not heavy, the bacon was perfectly thick and crispy, the egg was well done, and the pesto mayo tied it all together. The Latte was solid, I regret not trying the syrups which I found out were homemade after I had ordered, it seemed as though everyone who ordered after me got the cardamom syrup in their drinks. My girlfriend got the hemp milk latte, unsweetened. She is a matcha snob and was pleased with her order, which is a rarity for coffee forward places such as Thump. Stop at Thump if you're in Bend.