My usual is Taro Milk tea! It was really good! The regular…read moretapioca boba was out. They had other options like Crystal Boba. Two drinks cost about $14 so very good prices. I hope they keep the same prices in the future bc many places are well over $20 for 2 bubble tea drinks. There is not much space to sit down since it's located in the Market, however great for a pick up and getting grocery shopping done. Our cashier was very sweet and respectful. She was doing the best she could even though many of the flavors that we wanted were out. Once they get their shipment to stock inventory, it will be great! Only 4 stars bc was confused where the boba store was located once arrived to the location. Had I not been familiar with the area, I would have turned around. It would be great if they can add a sign to the main market sign to mention the Boba Store! Store: The packaging for the boba drink was easy to push the straw through. Was able to put my straw in on the first try!

Great little spot tucked inside of the Asian store. The teas were very good and we received them…read morequickly on a busy Saturday. The only negative for us is that we couldn't customize our drinks as far as sweetness level.

Came in during a busy time and it was PACKED, but the service was still super fast and organized. I…read moreordered the vegan ramen and a cookies & cream popsicle and both hit the spot. The ramen was comforting and flavorful without being too heavy, perfect for a quick, windy night. The popsicle was such a fun add-on and balanced everything out with something sweet, also so soft and chewy. The decor is definitely a vibe. The neon sign, the modern lighting, and the clean black and yellow aesthetic make it a really cute place to hang out. Would definitely come back to try drinks next time.

Nice tea shop offering bubble teas along with other Asian-inspired drinks and snacks…read more The waffle pop was something I hadn't experienced before and was a fun treat. I tried the passion fruit tea with tapioca pearls and a Vietnamese coffee--both were good. Personally, I prefer fruit slush drinks that are sweeter than straight teas. They don't currently offer those, but I think that would be a great addition to the menu.

My husband and I have been on the hunt for the best bobas in town! We had a taro smoothie, the…read morefirst time turned out great but the second time they did not blend the ice thoroughly. So we were biting on chunks of ice, which was not enjoyable. Although we had that issue we would go back again and let them know what happened. The ambiance is casual and the service was fine. The tapioca pearls had a great texture and size, and I enjoyed the taro flavor.

It's my mission to check out at least one boba shop whenever I travel, here was my experience…read more AMBIANCE: Parking: It's in a plaza. We didn't have much issues as there was a lot of space. Seating: Both inside and outside seating. Great for groups and patio seating outside to keep you dry. Vibes: It's in a plaza, maybe 10 minutes away from Downtown Birmingham. The plaza consists of restaurants, a gym, and a grocery store. The spot itself is spacious, clean, and welcoming. A great place to hang out with friends or be friends. FOOD: Peppermint Boba (Recommend) A seasonal drink that was a pleasant delight. The peppermint wasn't too strong, it was well balanced with milk and the boba was chewy. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Great! The store opened and there was a rush of 3 customers. The kid in front took care of it well. TL; DR OVERALL: 5 Stars. Great! This is a solid enough representation of boba so it's glad to be shared here in the Dirty South! The prices are reasonable, food is delicious, and I appreciated the range/variety they provided. For those craving a boba fix, be sure to check this place out! Shoutouts to Ashley and Tam Duong for bringing this delight to Alabama and best wishes to new owner, Hugo Anguiano, and his team on this business. TIPS: * Check online for their seasonal specials! * Check out their article! https://bhamnow.com/2021/12/17/thirstea-cafe-to-open-at-the-pizitz/

Had a great experience at Red Pearl Restaurant. The food was delicious, fresh, and full of flavor…read more The atmosphere was calm and welcoming, and the customer service was friendly and attentive. Everything was prepared well and came out quickly. Definitely a great spot for a nice meal and good overall dining experience.

I will most definitely try this place again !!…read more They had many dishes right up our alley not americanized. So if you want boring food this place is NOT for you. We got so many things to start with Coconut water rice cake. Yes it does have the consistency of a sponge cake. It was good! I also got some Panda red bean buns. Cute and also good! For drinks: Sake, Taro bubble milk tea, and a Thai milk tea. We tried Winter Melon and clam soup For my entree I got Chicken with Lotus root which I enjoyed, My husband got crispy intestine . (My husband said he has never had it done that well-clean taste ) I tried it and it was ok. My son got the Szechuan style sautéed brisket and he ate it up ! To go yep we got sautéed pork belly and eggplant, pork, & basil . Both were also good. The waiter worked his bum off and we gave him a good tip. The only complaint were the young boys working up front who weren't friendly and acted like working was killing them. Why I didn't give you a 5! Otherwise you would have deserved it !!! All the food was delicious! Now on to the market - I like this better than the hometown market why they have many things I haven't seen including Jin noodles I have been looking everywhere for!!!! We bought many things to try including cucumber, orange, and what I thought was Mango potato chips. Nope it was abalone ! Not so good but the orange was good Of course Jin noodles , tiramisu mochi, banana milk rice snacks(yum) , tamarind drink, orange pepper spice, and chili crisp Our cashier though was joyless . Would I go back to both ? Yes I would!!

I've been to Teaspoon a few times since they have opened a while ago. They have a great variety to…read moretheir menu. While the selections are good; I find them to be on the sweeter side even after adjusting sweetness to be 25% or below. The store is small, cute, clean. Staff is friendly and smiling. The order took no time to make. I ordered a Guava Sunset with 25% sweetness during my most recent visit which was refreshing yet still too sweet for me. I'd order again and go down to 10% sweetness. Guava Sunset - Freshly blended guava & pineapple marmalade w/ a splash of lemon juice.

Drinks first, thoughts after... Teaspoon is conveniently…read morelocated next to the great ono poke and taco mama. They offer various drinks and overall they are decent. The boba I will say are really good. The perfect texture and sweetness. The tea is not too strong. I am a tea person and this place is more sweet drinks. I always get 10-25% sweetness and even then the ratio is surprising. If I am at the summit and think boba is a good idea, sure I'll grab one from teaspoon, but I would not go out of my way.

Really great little place. Got a big, excellent breakfast sandwich and a bunch of donuts for a…read moregreat price. They even threw in a bunch of freebies! Super nice folks.

Waited over 30 minutes for sum nasty over cooked wings , wings had more bone then meat ,…read moreTHE BONE STUCK OUT MORE THAN THE MEAT!!

I love the Hometown Supermarket! I've been a bunch of times over the years and I'm always blown…read moreaway by the selection of items they have from around the world! The produce department always yields something I've never heard of. The seafood department contains everything from live fish and crab to jellyfish! They have sections for different areas of the world, From Asia to Africa. I took the kids one year for a festival I think for the Chinese new year, but I'm not positive because it's been so long. It was a lot of fun and we got to learn how different dishes were made. They also have a tea bar where you can get Boba made, and there is a restaurant called Mr. Chen's attached to the store. That is also really good. If you're looking for something different, definitely go check them out!

I love visiting this market. We got some fresh whole snapper and blue crabs. I loved that they…read morecustomized the cleaning of my fish for no extra charge. They have so many fresh fish options. I love this place!

Got the Blueberry Breeze and and it was amazing. Made to order. Service was quick. Ambiance was…read moreamazing. Spacious and clean.

I love a good boba tea, and Thirstea in The Pizitz Food Hall is probably the most convenient place…read morein downtown Birmingham to get your boba fix. You can choose the kind of boba you want as well as the drink. I've never had a bad experience here!

Saigon Noodle House ROCKS ! Another great meal this evening. Both me and crazy guest, a complete…read moreNUT; enjoyed everything ordered. This place is so dang consistent! The Spring rolls are like nobody's else I've ever seen, excellent with peanut sauce- you will want extra peanut sauce if you like this as much as I do. The Sandwiches- YUMMY - The Vietnamese ham, roasted pork and Pâté with "bimmy" bread or whatever they call the fresh made bread is so soft and unbelievable! The PHO'S - The Standard P1- Delicious with brisket, tenon, etc ( nothing waisted LOL ) with fresh cut onions, bean sprouts, and so many other wonderful ingredients including fresh herbs. - The Coconut Curry Seafood Pho - is also delicious with squid, shrimp and fresh seafood of the day and excellent noodles. I will be back soon

I hate it when I finish a meal and the server hovers while I pay / leave the tip. At Saigon it's…read moreworse than usual as the iPad to pay is attached to the servers neck... it just feels uncomfortable. But onto the food... - the pork egg rolls were the best I've had. 10/10! - the bahn mi (BM4) was great. Will get it again. - the bun with beef and lemongrass was bland.... Definitely missing something - the curry noodle with chicken and tofu was good, but I don't think I would get it again.

I was in Alabama for a week and coming from Los Angeles and Chinatown being a short drive for me, I…read morecan be hard on establishments when it comes to authenticity. Sometimes I won't post at all cause I know it's sometimes difficult to get traditional ingredients as it would be unfair for to give someone a bad review for something they can't help. This place though is pretty legit! I'm glad to say Hometown is excellent! The food is good, portions are abundant and the boba is legit. If your looking for good Chinese food in Birmingham this is the place!

Didn't eat at the restaurant but the supermarket portion is very nice. It's has a great selection…read moreof items which include different foods and sauces, toiletries and kitchen equipment.