They're currently doing take out only, so it's quiet and there's nowhere to sit inside and only a…read morefew chairs outside. It was a bit confusing as they aren't only pastries and they had a different name out front (I think it was Traditional Japanese Cuisine or similar). The server was very friendly and polite taking my order and they had it ready quite quickly. I tried to order on the app at first but it would say they were out of things that they weren't out of when I ordered with the server. I liked my sushi and matcha cheesecake (not pictured because I ate it too fast) and also the genmaicha! They don't have any alternative milk for the tea lattes though so keep that in mind if you're needing a nondairy option.

We picked up a couple of cake, matcha cheesecake and strawberry roll cake. Our favorite was matcha…read morecheesecake. It was creamy yet light. Strawberry roll cake was a very moist sponge with whipped cream and strawberries on top.

Came here with my S.O and we got their pork bun…read more Service: 4/5- friendly and accommodating. Would define come back here again. Pork bun- 4/5- It was sweet and salty but more in the sweeter side. Enjoyed it a lot! Accepts cash and card. Tip: it's a grab and go style bakery & no sit down. Also no bathroom.

Love love love The…read moreowner is a very sweet older gentleman who has a gentle voice and beautiful smile. He was very welcoming, I look forward to returning again. I purchased the strawberry cake per his recommendation. It was an 8 inch that cost over 40 bucks. Pretty big too. It's Hong Kong style so the texture is spongy, airy and soft. It's also not too sweet. Apparently they don't play about making their desserts too sweet over there which I love. Perfect with a nice cup of coffee or tea. I included some pictures of what the interior looks like. They look underwhelming but it's honestly a bang for your buck. I forgot to mention but they sell by the slice as well! They go through them pretty quickly though so get them while they last

genuinely the most amazing boba I've ever had! they use fresh fruit and i love that I can take my…read moredog in :)

This cozy and quiet cafe is a block or so away from the Roosevelt light rail station, but street…read moreparking was difficult to find; I had to use parking along 8th Ave NE which was a considerable number of blocks away given how hot it was on a Sunday at 3:30pm, not to mention I already walked a lap or two around Green Lake Park and craved something sweet like I always do! The interior complemented the hot, sunny day with warm colors; the brown hardwood floors, the lighting inside and the white walls contrasting with the front counter that has all the colors, be it from the croffles or their menus up on the TV monitors. They also serve a variety of other foods and desserts that were also at the front display counter. You can order up at the front counter, or you can use the lone kiosk to the immediate right-hand side of the front entrance to peruse the menu and place your order. In general, it's a very cute cafe with low-volume music, some board games and a matching minimal interior to boot. Their menu offers a wide variety of drinks including caffeinated and non-caffeinated dinks, coffee, milk tea, matcha and others. Their croffles are also on display at the front counter, though I couldn't tell if they were real or not. When I placed my order for a mango croffle and classic milk tea, they definitely did not take or even touch the mango croffle already in the display case; staff took about 15 minutes or so making the croffle and getting everything to me on a tray, complete with utensils and napkins. For each of the foods I got: - The mango croffle is literally a waffle in the best shape and hump for a croissant you can probably get. It looks like it's psrinkled with flour and drizzled in syrup, followed by tons of whipped cream on the top and some okay-quality mango slices. The croffle itself was more than warm and on the borderline of hot, so that's a huge plus for me here. None of the different kinds of sweetness provided by these layers interfered in any way, hence I finished quickly and without a ton of water. - The classic milk tea (with regular sweetness and less ice) was actually for my mom, and I only got a sip of it after she had the majority of it when I returned home. Very standard and nothing special, though I appreciate the sweetness levels being appropriate in proportion to the ice, assuming that it melts in the fridge. Their variety of croffles in the display case makes me wanna grab another the next time I visit here!

the place is quite spacious but it is used for two stores: boba tea and sandwich shop. order…read morethrough kiosk and they will either call your name or number for picking up once ready. love yan tea because not only selling drinks but also dessert: * taro dessert mochi and water chestnut bursting boba: love it!!! but suggest to reduce the sugar on smashed taro. since quantity is quite a lot, eating too sweet will make you lose the appetite. i add purple sticky rice to it and wow!!! love this dessert and recommended... * guava & apple jasmine iced tea: so refreshing mostly in summer time... basically, everything is good with standard prices...

This tea spot shares the same space as Nom Nom Sando (although Nom Nom Sando hasn't changed their…read moresign from Honeybee Chicken yet). It's great, since you can pick up a drink and a snack at the same time! I got the mango sticky rice drink. This has fresh mango pieces and juice/syrup as well as coconut-infused sticky rice in one cup. It's a drinkable dessert! I thought that the sweetness level was perfect, and that the ratio of all the ingredients were perfect. The rice was super tender and easily able to be slurped up with the boba straw. I usually like to get boba with my drinks, but I though this drink is perfect unadorned as it is. By the way, this drink is super filling. It's enough to be a meal on its own. I ordered at the self-serve kiosk and the drink came out pretty quickly.

Decent boba place with good location on Broadway. I was shopping nearby so I came for some boba…read more There are some pre-packed desserts on display and an ordering screen to the side. They have a pretty standard boba menu with typical prices for Seattle. I got the four seasons green milk tea with boba with 30% sugar and light ice. The tea is pretty light and I would have preferred a stronger tea flavor. The boba texture is decent, not the best I've had but not the worst either. Overall a decent option if you're nearby.

Another boba spot in Cap Hill and the Seattle area but slightly unique. For starters their menu has…read morea bit more delicacies (their "walking hot pot" and crystal noodles in particular). There's a large kiosk in the corner when you walk in and another smaller tablet near the cash registry. Eight round tables with small stools and a long power strip for many outlets help with charging, so great for a cozy work session. This spot is a bit tucked away and quiet with light Chinese music playing. Not a lot of service, they're pretty quiet which makes this space cozy for working. First thing I noticed was my drink being very light. Eventually I came to the realization that they used steamed milk on top of tea so there's a bit more air. Overall, less drink at a higher price point but it's a dessert cafe with much more to offer. Would come back with a group to share some of the desserts. Also note they serve some of the "healthier" Chinese desserts but still very delicious while feeling less guilty. Jasmine Milk Green Tea w/ Boba - at 30% sugar I could taste the green tea fairly. There was a hint of sweetness so appreciate the sugar levels being accurate. Boba is coated in honey for taste but a bit firm, could be cooked longer. As mentioned, the unique trait is steamed milk that creates a foam layer and introduces an unorthodox texture with a foamy, creamy taste. Though once you drink a majority, you are left with foam.

As pleasant as the drink was, I will never return to this establishment due to the humiliating…read morefirst experience I just had. I came in with two children I'm babysitting. While pulling multiple bills out of my purse, I asked if they only took cards to which she confirmed. I inserted my card and woah-it said I had a remaining balance. I was clearly puzzled as to why this was happening and immediately pulled my phone out to see if I received any notifications. My app would not load because I didn't have service inside the building. More people came in and I did not want to hold their line up so I said very clearly I didn't know what was going on but I'm not getting service right now and asked for one moment. After stepping aside another employee approached the two VERY young children and told them something I couldn't hear. I directly asked her what she just said to them and she responded by asking me if they were with me (they're white and I'm not), then said she was telling them my payment didn't go through. This was an interesting question because there were very few customers in the store when we walked in and we were the only ones at the register just moments ago. As I'm still on my phone, telling this new employee I just explained the situation to whoever was at the register, I hear her explaining to everyone in line that they can't take any orders because they're still waiting for me to pay. Money was never the problem, and it's unfortunate the things I intentionally wear when coming to U village, to avoid being judged by businesses like this, couldn't assure you that. I have never in my life been treated this way and I'll be sure to warn other people who look like me to take their business elsewhere.

Okay, Happy Lemon, girl I see you! Another chain I'd somehow never gotten around to, and now I…read morefully understand what everyone's been talking about. Consider me converted. I got the ube milk tea with taro balls, dairy-free, and it was such a unique, refreshing summer drink. The texture from the taro balls was super unique and as someone who will always, always choose ube and taro when given the option, this combo deserves to be everywhere. Whoever decided to put those two together: I love you. Service was a bit chaotic and unfriendly, but they were absolutely slammed and I get it: being overwhelmed is human. Didn't dampen the experience at all. Very glad I finally tried it.

I typically buy Tokara wagashi from Fresh Flours down the street. This is the best wagashi…read more(Japanese sweets) in the area in my opinion. They're always beautiful and reflect the season. They're fresh and handmade so each piece is a unique experience. Delicious with a frothy bowl of matcha.

This is a fairly limited review as I've tried only two things from Tokara…read more When I buy something from Tokara, I'm not seeking value. I'm paying for an ancient art - elegance, artistry, delicacy, and simplicity that adds up to volumes. It's not cheap. A little piece of mochi is $5.50. But where else will you find this?? If it's easy, everyone would be making it! Tokara has "unusual" access to their goods. Look at their website for subscription, pre-ordering, open house and other businesses that carry them. I quite literally have to hunt for them! Today, we lucked out that I was betting on it being cherry blossom season that they might have some cherry blossom specialties on hand, and they did! I found: Sakura Robe - Silky thin layered mochi wrapping a white bean paste - Rice flour, wheat flour , sugar, red coloring, white bean. See photo, it's beautiful! I previously found a piece at Fresh Flours across the street. I believe it's called Young Grass. Not sure though. Anyway, their pieces are very pretty and delicate with mild flavors; please don't expect American sweetness.

4.5 stars. This is a really cute little shop. It feels family owned/small business. They have a…read moresmall(ish) menu and sometimes things are out (we've been here a few times). I enjoyed the drinks i have there (including strawberry matcha though it was a little foamy, a cold strawberry oolong tea - they don't really have regular fruity drinks), and a delicious matcha milk tea (the matcha cap really blended well with the milk tea). The first time I came here, we tried the pineapple bubble waffle with a side of cold cream and I thought it was unfortunately a little overhyped (the bubble waffle was a little too crispy and was just OK overall). An easy choice to stop by when we want a little swet treat.

I was informed by a family member catching a Rapid Ride E bus northbound that it looks like Teews…read morehas reopened (6/16/26). All I can say is whatever. Putting more focus & effort on the Bellevue site over the Shoreline site, during the sudden and prolonged hiatus, never sat well with me. There are other indies located throughout North Seattle, Shoreline, Mountlake Terrace, Lake Forest Park, Kenmore, Edmonds, Lynnwood & Bothell worth supporting instead. Also, I am one of those Yelp Elite All Stars & IGers that spreads my culinary dollars, whenever possible, within a wide radius. Of course, that is solely my own opinion, just saying.