Stopped by Gong Cha in New West to grab some bubble tea on a sunny day. They had a few dine-in…read morespots in the cafe. My friends who are big matcha fans ordered two different types of matcha strawberry drinks - :: matcha strawberry cream - this was thick and milky, the matcha flavour in this one wasn't too strong :: strawberry matcha latter - this had strawberry pulp on the bottom which was really sweet and you had to really stir it well for it to mix well. The matcha flavour in this was strong enough. :: peach yogurt with coconut jelly - it was so refreshing but I accidentally ordered it with 100% sugar which made it TOO sweet, this would have been my new fav drink if it was like 50% sugar. I'll definitely get this again though! We also got their garlic butter bread which was delicious! It was soft, garlicy, and creamy. Loved it! I'm not sure if they always have it, but if they do, then I will be getting it. I also tried their coffee bun which was really good and had a strong coffee flavour.

Self serve kiosk to order, nice ambience and decor. I ordered the medium matcha latte w/ pearls,…read more30% sugar and less ice. It was 15% off because of a promotion and my total came to $7.31. The matcha was strong (rare since most bbt places have pretty milky matcha drinks) but the pearls seemed a bit undercooked/not fresh and lacked chewiness.

The oolong milk tea I had was pretty bland, nothing special about it. I thought it was quite pricy…read morefor the size or maybe I thought it was not worth the price tag since it was not very nice. It was also not sweet even though I was not asked about the sugar or ice level. The menu was pretty extensive with lots of slushes abs fruity drinks. Maybe those would taste better? They also sell food like Mac and cheese and many types of hotdog like Japadog style. I guess you can have a full meal here with a drink and some food. The location is a bit hidden as it is by the washroom, nearer City Ave market and Angelina.

This is the location in River Market, in New Westminster…read more Bubble Tea here is fairly good, lots of smoothies, slushes, hot and cold drinks, and quite a few chocolate options. They even have screamers, which is a nice surprise! The hot dogs are pretty decent, they have a variety of different unique takes on the normal every day hot dog. They are no Japadog, but still okay. They also do delivery through SkiptheDishes, so that's definitely a plus. Prices are a little on the expensive side if you're ordering through Skip though. One thing you should not try is the Phil's Homemade Mac 'n' Cheese. After I ate it, I immediately got a sore throat. Not an enjoyable experience. They use some sort of weird spice or something that is too strong, it doesn't fit in a mac & cheese dish. So stay away from that. Plus proper Mac & Cheese should be a bit saucy, but this was kind of on the dry side.

I went to Cha time because I was craving something sweet and because they currently have a promo; 2…read morelarge drinks for $10. There are 4 drinks to choose from, Early grey milk tea, Honeydew slush, Passionfruit green tea and QQ peach. I got the Passionfruit green tea and QQ peach, both with no ice and 80% sugar. Things started off rocky as I had to repeat my order a couple of times and correct the sweetness that he entered. I followed the wording on their chart and asked for less sweet (80% sweet), but he entered in 50% sweet. Additionally, instead of entering in the promotional value, he entered both drinks at full price, so I had to get him to correct that as well. I asked them if I could use my own glass mugs and he said yes. He never asked me for them and turned away to finish making the other customers' orders, so I placed my glass mugs where he had the other orders lined up. I noticed that he was beginning to make my drinks, but he grabbed a disposable cup. So, I had to go up and confirm that he was remembering to use my mugs. Overall, I waited 11 minutes for my drinks. There were 3 customers before me, 2 in store and one who pre-ordered. Taking my past experiences with wait times into consideration, this seemed to be on the longer side of things. To top this all off, when I finally tried my drinks (at home) they tasted diluted. You can see that my peach drink basically looks like lightly colored water. I couldn't really taste the peach. They may have also skimped on the coconut jelly and pearls as well. The passionfruit tasted mostly of tea and could have used more sweetness. If I were to order these two drinks again, I would get 100% sugar. Normally 80% is perfect for me, but I've never ordered either of this drinks before, so I can't be sure if he made my drink incorrectly, or if it's the sweetness level that changed the flavor intensity. If I were to base my experience on today's interaction alone, I would never go back. However, I've come here many times in the past and have always had great customer service. Perhaps the person working was new.

I love having a Chatime right here in New West. It's our go-to in the area and very rarely…read moredisappoints. One thing to consider with any BBT shop is how good their standard pearl milk tea is and I can tell you from multiple experiences that it's very good here. I love being able to adjust the amount of both sugar and ice to accommodate my preferences, as well. On this occasion, I chose the lychee slush. I tend to select this whenever I am in the mood for a fruity flavour and it's on the menu. Admittedly, it's kinda hard to mess up. This time around, it was nice and refreshing without any large unwanted chunks of ice. This location is rather quite compared to other Chatimes and I enjoy that. It means that whenever I do want to sit down for a convo over boba a table is typically available. I do miss the old doll-catcher machine that used to be here.

I was craving for beef noodles after my yoga class, since I was in the neighbourhood, I decided to…read moregive Rong Rong a try. I ordered a beef noodle and peach oolong tea. The beef noodle is really good and authentic. I love the chewiness of the noodle, the beef cut is tender and not too fatty. The soup is rich and aromatic, but not over salty like many other stores. I even drank most of the soup, and it didn't leave me thirsty. The tea is quite tasty but the peach flavor is a bit artificial, plus I find it too expensive, as they charge $7 for that. There's no bubble or coconut jelly, and is not like they use fruit puree for the tea like A Bento. I do look forward to go and try other dishes, as their bento, chicken nuggets and oyster pancakes seem appealing. Price is reasonable as well, if I am in the area, I'll definitely be back.

Finally made it back to try Rong Rong Tea House, a family run Taiwanese spot. They're next door to…read moreSora Sushi House. We dropped in on a steady Saturday evening (5:30pm). The inside has a total of 13 seats. Order and pay when you walk in. Menu is short with appetizers, eight entrees and bubble tea. - Beef noodle soup ($14.00) - broth was well rounded. Beef tender yet meaty. Wanted more pickled mustard. Good portion of noodles but wanted a firmer bite. - Dong po pork ($15.00) - all the side dishes were solid. Pork belly was decent but fatty and oily. Liked the lightly pickled cucumber. Rong Rong had some simple, comforting Taiwanese dishes. 3.5 stars.

It's sad to see the Richmond location close recently, but we're so glad the New Westminster…read morelocation is still going strong! We absolutely love their menu dedicated to authentic Taiwanese cuisine. Highly recommend the Taiwanese Chicken -- it's perfectly crispy and seasoned! The personal hot pots are another highlight: beautifully presented, rich in flavour, and a true comfort meal. Their bubble tea is always our favourite. It's also a great spot to dine with non-Asian friends who want to explore Taiwanese flavours. Our all-time favourite choices for individual hot pots: * Pork Blood & Intestine in Spicy Hot Pot (麻辣鍋) - A bold and spicy option for adventurous eaters. * Milky Seafood Hot Pot (牛奶海鮮鍋) - Creamy and packed with seafood goodness. * Laksa Surf'n'Turf Hot Pot (喇沙海陸鍋) - Perfect balance of spice and richness. Snacks and bubble tea are always top-notch here! Some of our must-try favourites include: * Fried Squid Feet (魷魚鬚) * Pineapple Shrimp Balls (鳳梨蝦球) * Fried King Oyster Mushroom (杏鮑菇) * Salty Peppery Chicken Nuggets (鹽酥雞) The prices are reasonable, making it an awesome spot for meeting friends or group dining. Bubble World New West is a gem we keep coming back to! Food: 4/5 Should Try! Service: 4/5 Kids: 4/5 Yay! Price: $20-$30 per person Presentation: 2/5 Parking: Street parking Tips: * Can add a drink to make a combo for an extra charge. * Serve bento with drink for $14.95 from Monday to Friday on take-out orders. * Have a varieties dishes and drinks. Would I Return: Yes ‍

Bubble world is so comforting and classic. You always know what you're gonna get! The five spice…read morebeef pancakes, wonton in chili oil and the salt and peppery chicken nuggets with rice is my go to. Always fast, great service and friendly folks working. I usually go to the Metrotown location but this one is so much easier to park! I might switch spots :)

The best thing about bubble waffle cafe is their bubble waffles. But the main food dishes I find is…read morea bit lacking in flavor. There aren't many choices for Asian restaurants in the area so it is good in a sense that there is a bubble waffle cafe here to satisfy the local residents.

We loved that every little nook and cranny of our bubble waffles were very crispy.. interior was…read moresoft and chewy.. recommended

I'm a fan! I don't know how I missed this place when it's been open since November 2019. If not for…read moreone of those food delivery apps I wouldn't have know about Sago Togo. I've tried several Filipino tofu desserts in the Lower Mainland and believe me when I say that what Sago Togo offers is authentic in tastes and texture. It reminds me of the warm, soft, sweet, creamy Taho (Filipino Tofu Dessert) I buy every morning when in the Philippines. I find the amount of sago (pearls) and sweetener are on point. Of course there's an option of adding more sweet syrup and sago. I have to mention that this place also offers other desserts such as Sago Gulaman, bubble teas, bubble waffles among others. I highly recommend this place. The staff are friendly and the place is clean. If you want to try authentic Taho then this is the place to go.

Very easy place to miss as the sign is not lit up. We got a pandan with sago bubble tea and must…read moresay we weren't that impressed. The drink tasted powdery and just didn't have any flavour. The sago was okay but did not have much texture. They have been open for a little over a year but the interior does not look very refined. The paint is a bit peely in some areas and can use some polish. It was quite cold and bare inside with foggy windows which made the inside not very inviting. Overall, I probably would not recommend.

If you're looking for the ultimate "bang for your buck" meal, this Vietnamese spot is the one…read more Their Banh Mis are honestly incredible - the bread has that perfect, airy crunch on the outside while staying soft and fresh on the inside. It is genuinely hard to believe how cheap these are given the quality and portion size. Their smoothies are also amazing. It tastes like it was made with perfectly ripe, fresh fruit rather than just syrup and ice. It's thick, refreshing, and the natural sweetness pairs so well with the savory, pickled flavors of the sandwich. If you want a quick, delicious meal that won't break the bank, this is the place to go.

Good food, good portion. Friendly service. Cheap price. Good place to grab food to goread more

Absolutely love this place! I've never been a bubble tea person but I think this place has…read moreconverted me to love it. Although this location isn't super being, it's bright and beautiful with some seating area to enjoy your drinks. Very delicious bubble tea

I have to admit, I really really dislike boba pearls. I usually take my milk tea plain without…read morepearls in it because I just don't like the taste and texture of boba. That said, this was my first time to try any type of brown sugar pearl drink ever -- I have avoided them for the most part but since Xing Fu Tang opened so close to our house, I figured it was high time to give it a try. Oh my, I was definitely missing out! I got their signature brown sugar pearls with milk and I really liked it! The brown sugar pearls blended well with the milk. It wasn't overly sweet and it tasted well balanced. The pearls were chewy but not tough. Been here twice in a week and I've been resisting the urge to go more often haha! The smell of brown sugar is just too irresistible! Looking forward to trying out their other flavors soon.