Good quality at Bruú Café, and a spot my oldest has come to love. And they have a kids menu which…read moreis perfect! My kiddo likes a their strawberry with rainbow pearls; definitely on the sweeter side but she liked it well enough. The wife had a matcha which she said was good as well, and is eager to dive further into their menu. They offer lots of seasonal specialties, classics, and a massive amount of fine-tuning so you can get your drink to your liking. You can adjust sweetness from 25%, 50%, 75%, or 100% which is a nice touch. They did switch to a kiosk ordering a few years back, so it feels slightly impersonal, but they are efficient with their process. I really like the almond milk tea with pearls when the weather is right for it, and am always open to exploring new options here. They seem very friendly, very efficient, and have brought a much needed concept to the Plaza (and KC in general, tbh). Not quite regulars here, but glad to visit a handful of times each year.

Wanted to grab a sweet drink while exploring downtown…read more Cafe has a trendy exterior and interior. Ordered on kiosk which made customizations easy. Lots of interesting flavors that cater to more of a Western flavor profile. First time seeing a Redbull boba. It was amusing, but they did have more traditional flavors as well. Originally wanted a matcha, but it didn't look to be the best quality based on the muddy color. Ended up ordering the strawberry anchan latte with crystal boba and almond milk. Unfortunately, the almond milk overpowered any other flavors, so it ended up tasting like straight almond milk with some crystal boba. Pretty drink, but wouldn't get it again. The population is around 2% Asian here, so it makes sense authentic tea shops and flavors may be harder to come by. Seemed to be more popular with the teens.

I usually pick up tea from Dragonfly Tea Zone at the weekend market, but I recently realized they…read morehave a physical location closer to me. Since I haven't been able to make it to the market lately, I decided to check it out. Overall, the space is very clean and well-kept, and the atmosphere is nice. I especially enjoyed the experience of picking out my own tea, weighing it, and labeling it myself--it felt much more personal and relaxed compared to the usual rush and chaos at the market. That was definitely a highlight for me. I also tried their mango peach topper smoothie and added chamoy and Tajín--honestly, it was so good. I definitely should have gotten a larger size because the regular just wasn't enough. That drink alone is worth coming back for. The only downside was the customer service. The staff member I interacted with wasn't very knowledgeable and wasn't able to answer my questions. At the market, I'm used to staff being helpful and able to guide me through different teas and their benefits, but here, most of my questions were met with "I don't know" or "I don't work with the teas." She did point me to a section on the wall with some information about the teas and their benefits, which was helpful to a point. However, there was one term that appeared on several teas that wasn't explained on the wall, and she wasn't able to clarify it. I ended up looking it up myself, which wasn't a big deal for me--but I can see how that could be frustrating for someone new to loose-leaf tea who's relying on staff for guidance. Overall, a nice location with a more relaxed and personal shopping experience, but improved staff knowledge would make a big difference.

I have been to Dragonfly's River Market and Northland location, but last week was my first visit to…read moretheir 39th St shop. I really liked the set up - a much more relaxed and comfortable environment than the Northland and certainly not as busy as the River Market usually is. The lady behind the counter was very friendly and welcoming, I usually don't get that up north. My Vietnamese Iced coffee was wonderful. A most definite return trip when I'm back on restaurant row.

One of the best boba spots. Enjoy with friends or solo time…read moreto get tasks done on my laptop. Usually pretty empty so sounds is not an issue either. Plenty of treats to purchase som provided by local pop- up spaces.

Such a cute place! Really unique boba flavors which can be customized according to how sweet you…read morelike it. We came in about 20 minutes before closing and they were so nice and served us quickly. There are also fun vending machines to buy items too.

I have been having trouble finding good boba in Kansas City and this is by far one of the better…read moreboba joints! There were no wrong options on the menu. The service was super kind and speedy! Will be visiting again!

* Boba/ Drinks: The drinks are fairly good, but it kind of depends which flavors you get. Some…read moredrinks are a hit or miss. My personal favorite would be the original milk tea or Nab vam. *Service: The service is great. They explained which drink was their favorite and what drinks they would recommend. *Place/ Atmosphere: The boba shop is inside of Viva Fashion. It's a cute little shop with plenty of space if you're wanting to chill and hang with some friends.

I've been wanting to try Paris Bahn Mi for quite a while so I decided to finally stop in. The…read morebuilding is quite large and they have decent parking. I attempted to order online but they shut down online ordering fairly early-it was well before closing, so I headed there to order. The individual who assisted me was friendly and the restaurant seemed very clean. They have cute decor. I did take my order to go because it was getting close to close and I didn't want to be that person. I ordered a ton of things. Eyes were definitely bigger than my stomach but I don't mind leftovers. I started with a couple of appetizers. The first being the sugarcane shrimp patties: Shrimp patties delicately wrapped around sticks of sugarcane, presenting a harmonious blend of savory seafood notes. They come three to an order and were interesting. I liked the texture of the shrimp patties and they did have a good flavor. Would I get it again? Maybe. I also tried the fried lobster balls. Those come 5 to an order and were exactly what they said-fried balls of lobster. They were also good but they have several other appetizers so I would probably opt to try a few more things out. They have Korean corn dogs and because I've never had one, I decided that needed to change. I ordered the potato half and half-half dog, half cheese. It was huge. Like way bigger than I thought. I liked the potato outside, it was crispy and tasted like a giant French fry. Lots of cheese and the dog was a dog. I don't regret getting it but I would have to be in the mood to get one again. It was fun though. My favorite item was the grilled pork croissant: butter mayo, house sauce, jalapeño, cucumber, and cilantro with pickled radish and carrot. It was so good and what I will definitely return for. The pork had great flavor, the veg was a crunchy, refreshing flavor and the croissant was so flaky and delicious. My only complaint is that it got a little soggy on the way home but I popped it in the oven and voila! First world problem solved. Highly recommend. Finally, I had to get a boba tea. I went with the mango milk tea base and added mango popping boba. It was refreshing and delicious. I like that you can really customize your drink. I had a sip of a Thai tea with brown sugar boba and that will be what I get in the future. So good. I will definitely return and I highly recommend that you try it out.

I've been to this cool Paris-themed Vietnamese spot multiple times now! I love the vibes and the…read moredesign, it's located right next to the Old Westport area. The staff is always respectful and pleasant whenever I visit. I usually bring different friends here to check it out for the first time, and they always enjoy the food and ambiance. ​The prices are fair depending on what you order. I like trying something new each visit, but a must-try is definitely their Banh Mi - I've had the Special Combo and the Grilled Pork. Also, don't sleep on the Combo Croissant Sandwich! Everything is fresh, though I highly recommend eating there; if you take it home, the bread can get soggy. ​For drinks, their boba is great. My favorites are the Lychee Strawberry Fruit Tea and the Peach Green Tea. On my most recent visit, I tried the R1: Grilled Pork Chop & Broken Rice (Cơm tấm sườn bì chả). It was a huge portion with broken rice, pork chop, shredded pork skin, meatloaf, and fresh veggies, served with house fish sauce and a side soup. Very delicious! ​I also tried the Firecracker Shrimp appetizer. It was more like a standard shrimp tempura; I was expecting shrimp wrapped in thin spring roll wrappers, so it was just 'okay' for me. ​One area for improvement is the cleanliness; the tables and bathroom could use more work and attention. Also, there were restock boxes in the front that were blocking the two big lounge seats. Overall, Paris Banh Mi is a solid place to eat and hang out, with good food for a decent price!

This place is very cute especially if you're into action figures and anime. I was thrilled to see…read morethat they had demon slay playing on the TV. Drinks here are cheap and delicious. Today I got the Ube Laze Latte and it's something I didn't know I needed in my life. The cashier was friendly and accommodating and make my drink really quick.

This is the only boba place in central downtown and I'm all for it. Boba is definitely on the rise…read morehere in KC and this location is in the perfect spot, good for lunch hour or after work drink. I like the selections of drinks here and how you customize your sugar levels too. They also have merch, games, and seats to enjoy your tea or you can get it to go. Can't go wrong here. Would come again.

Curbside pickup is still convenient & fast for Asian Heritage formerly Bo Lings…read more Placed the order (Shrimp rolls and Shrimp Fried rice) over the phone with specific request to include sweet and sour sauce but no duck or other sauce. We don't like to waste food. Actual pickup was a breeze, simply pull up to a number either on side or in front of the building, then call to let them know what number I was at.

Bo Lings is one of my go to places for Chinese food in Kansas City and the quality never lacks…read more Their cashew chicken is my favorite dish (maybe ever??) and it is consistently delicious which really matters to me with Chinese food. My partner is loyal to their steamed soup dumplings and swears they are to die for. Flavor wise, this place is phenomenal. Service was a little slow, but not in a way that ruined anything. Once the food landed hot and delicious, we were too happy to care. The only downside was the smell inside this location. There was a strong sewage stink the whole time and it definitely took away from the dining in experience. Because of that, I probably would not come back to this location, but Bo Lings food overall is amazing and absolutely worth trying. If you come here and are sensitive to smells.. maybe just get takeout because the food is worth it here!

Colorful boba shop under the river market canopies. Service is fast and the options are many…read more I opted for a simple original boba milk tea and it was perfect - boba were cooked all the way through but not mushy, just the right amount of sweetness, enough ice to keep things cool but not watery

So you're enjoying your day at the City Market, but you're hot and sweaty and parched from all the…read moreshopping you're doing. Enter Dragonfly Tea Zone to save the day. The line can get intimidatingly long on the weekends, but service is shockingly quick. The employees are helpful and efficient. They really crank out the beverages. There are tons of options for both smoothies and boba tea, so there's really something for everyone. The sizes are a little small for the price, but it's to be expected in this prime City Market location. Is it the best boba tea or smoothie I've ever had? Probably not. But the mango smoothies are the perfect convenient, cool treat on a hot day. Besides drinks, they also sell loose leaf tea and some tea pots! We all know parking is challenging in River Market, especially on the weekends, so it's hard to swing by if you're not already exploring the market. But it's conveniently located near all the River Market streetcar stops!

Excellent pricing!! Great donuts!! Gave free donut holes to my niece! Very thoughtful staff and…read moreclean establishment!! Will be coming back!!

We didn't expect much as we'd never heard anything about the donuts here and it seems to be billed…read moremore as a bubble tea place. We skipped to tea and coffee and ordered a box of assorted and a box of glazed donuts. They were all delicious, we were amazed at how good! I am a Krispy Kreme lover and my husband is a Lamar's lover but we were both amazed and loved their donuts. Not only are they delicious, fresh, and fillings are added upon ordering but they are also much less expensive than Lamar's! We've been back twice since and the service is also wonderful! The shop is small but clean and inviting. So, if you are in the Lee's Summit area, try Yummy's, you won't regret it!

Blackhole bakery is worth the hype and worth showing up early for. They know what they're doing and…read morethey do it well. What appears to be a mom and pop bakery is actually a baker who has carefully done his research and brings himself up to date on the latest trends of flavor in the baking world. The vibes are amazing - I especially love the art piece on the wall he commissioned from a local artist. I saw the Instagram page with several posts explaining how he did each part. Everything was absolutely delicious (I am biased with the ham and gruyere cheese since that is a favorite combo of mine), the danish was delicious (I could tell maybe it uses veryberryosa - a recent trend in baking to be used as filling), and the same was probably on the cinnamon roll looking crossaint. Now the grand prize - the mochi donuts were spectacular. The flavors I got were raspberry almond (my #1 favorite I got twice), cereal (this was carefully curated and not too sweet like most cereal based baked goods), Irish coffee (didn't taste like coffee, gave it to a friend) and the mango black tea was also a slam dunk for me. The staff are incredibly friendly here which is a huge plus!

Delicious doughnuts and even better customer service…read more If you want great baked goods served with a smile and happy employees, this is the place to go in the morning. Well worth it to stop by.