I came by here on a Saturday afternoon around 3pm and it was pretty slow. Xing Fu Tang is located…read morein a really busy shopping plaza and it took a few minutes to find a parking spot. The inside is really pretty and shiny, with some tables and high tops to sit at. Very clean. The people working were really nice. I tried the brown sugar boba milk tea and it was yummy, but I'm not sure it was worth $7+ dollars. There was A LOT of ice in that drink.

I'd love to give this place a good review- but unfortunately every experience I've had here has…read morebeen subpar. The interior was not very clean- the inside is white with beautiful furniture, but most of it was sticky or messy, and the floor had smudge marks. There were straw wrappers from previous customers also strewn about on a few tables. The employees, too, were curt, unprofessional (half were sitting at a table on their phones, and half were roughhousing behind the counter, one employee even slapped the other? NOT a good look.) and did not greet us when we came in. We tried to order about 3 different drinks, but they were out of half of the toppings on the menu. The female employee who took our order looked annoyed that we dared try to order drinks that were on the menu- it was unsettling and not a great customer service experience. Finally, we got our drinks, and they were pretty much all ice in a fancy cup. The tea portion that we did receive was fine, but almost 20 dollars for bad service, and mostly ice is unacceptable. The flavors were nothing to write home about- and the dragon tea refresher my boyfriend got was not particularly unique. I've heard and seen good things about Xing Fu Tang locations in other states, but if they want to survive in Mesa, AZ, they may want to start actually carrying the ingredients advertised on the menu, as well as training their employees on professionalism. Jeez.

Crafti is seriously one of the cutest boba shops I've been to in Mesa. I ordered the Fresh Taro…read moreMilk with OG boba and the Brown Sugar Earl Grey Milk with boba, and both were so good for completely different reasons. The Fresh Taro Milk is made with real taro, and you can actually taste the difference. It has that fresh, earthy flavor instead of the artificial powder taste a lot of places use. The texture was everything, and the drink size felt just right. Not too much, not too little. The Brown Sugar Earl Grey Milk was creamy, smooth, and perfectly balanced. You still get that floral Earl Grey flavor while the brown sugar adds just enough sweetness. The boba in both drinks was soft, fresh, and had the perfect chewy texture. The shop itself is adorable. I loved all of the capybara-themed artwork, and they also have pieces from local artists available to purchase, which makes the space feel really unique. My favorite part was the sticky note art wall where everyone leaves little doodles and messages. It's such a fun way to bring the community together and adds so much personality. It had the perfect amount of people when I visited. Busy enough that you know it's a good spot, but still relaxed enough to hang out and enjoy your drink. I'll absolutely be back to work my way through the menu.

Sometimes I think the Yelp app is messing with my mind lol…read more I could have sworn that I already had left a 5 star review for Crafti Tea & Mocktail, years ago. Well, it's not there so I'll just have to give them 5 stars again :) This is my favorite tea cafe in the valley. The vibe is very much Lofi Girl, iykyk. Super chill and a bright, open space to enjoy some delicious drinks. The staff here are friendly and welcoming. When I come here I usually get iced fruit tea, milk tea, or matcha. They have unique and well flavored drinks. On my most recent trip I ordered from the current seasonal menu. They also have fruit teas, hojicha tea, and espresso drinks. It can be helpful to check their website and see the pictures and descriptions if you're trying to decide what to choose. I had the iced jasmine matcha with oat milk and Mont Blanc foam. This is the best flavored matcha drink I've had compared to matcha drinks I've had in Japan. I watched her hand whisk the ceremonial grade powder, making it well blended and smooth. The delicate jasmine sweetness and the very citrus forward Mont Blanc foam really paired well together. The jasmine version doesn't come with that foam so I paid extra to add it, but well worth it. So delicious! In the past I used to get the earl grey milk tea and strawberry lemon green tea. I'll definitely be back, continuing to try out other drinks. I've liked everything so far from Crafti, and that's saying a lot because many boba or tea places are just too syrupy sweet for me, here it's nice flavors and sweetness.

Some of the best tasting boba I've ever had. I got the Thai tea crème brûlée and it was AMAZING…read more Only thing was there was too much ice for my liking. But I didn't ask for less ice, and thats on me.

KAWAII! I love the…read morecute pink interior, however it could be even better. Add some extra decor, and fix the broken seating! Make the interior really wow us. Drinks were pretty good. Nothing made us say "wow" but we enjoyed our drinks. I wouldn't go out of my way to come back, but if I'm in the area I'd definitely return for dessert.

Drinks: they have variety of viet coffee, milk tea, and matcha options. The flan milk tea we got…read morewas a lot more on a bitter tea-er side, and the cheese matcha was cheesy and did not taste powdery. Total was ~$18. Service: although the server wasn't proactive in checking on us, I felt comfortable that they didn't rush me to order. Ambiance: There are plenty indoor tables to sit at, although tables might be too small for studying/working. I wish they renovated the store entrance/outside area. I wasn't sure I was at the right shop until I walked in.

decent drinks, but slowest service in the valley…read more got a banh mi (considered a fast food anywhere and everywhere) and i literally watched the person inefficiently assemble my banh mi heating/cooking one thing up at a time - pretty sure i was the only order in the store there was a ratio 1:1 ratio of workers to customers ... did didn't know it took 4 people per item

YiFang is probably my favorite Taiwanese tea place in tempe! The quality of the drinks is always…read moreconsistent everytime I got their drinks. This time I got the Black Sesame Tea Latte 70% sweet and light ice and it was perfect! The amount of Sesame in the drink was generous, you can taste the sesame in each sip throughout the entire drink. Also got the Black tea latte! The tea flavor was nice and it was different than other places I've had. Love this classic drink. The staff is always nice and everytime I went in there's always available seating. It feels like it's only packed when the asu students are back during school season.

Be pretty in real life as you are on the internet and your dreams. The drinks here are so cheerful…read moreand yummy! Discovered this little gem after we got our piercings and wanted to treat ourselves. Love loved all the choices for jelly teas but ended up getting the Purple Rice Red Bean Coconut Milk Latte and the Cheese Creamer Strawberry drink. The latte is so tropical with chunks of pineapple and jelly. The strawberry drink is like a strawberry shortcake/cheesecake goodness. Both perfect for a typical hot day. We also tried the Chocolate Taiwanese egg pancake. Cutest little boba shapes to munch on. We romanticize our life because we love being us. Love your aura. Love your energy. Why not add some more love coming here?!!!

Wowwww... finally I found something different--not just all about Boba but also a good crazy mixed…read morewith variety of drinks that make it hard to decide, but whatever you go for--Its goooood! The service is amazing, simple , fast delivery. The menu is a large selection that you may need some time to think about it before you walk in -- but it's all about what is the most interesting drink for you, or ask the staff there, they know their good stuffs. The shop can walk through, order than go, they don't really have a table for you to sit down, but I personally think grab and go is sound make a lot of sense since the location is in MaeKong Plaza( Asian Market) Come and check it out yourself, you will love it!

We have been to Tea Snow numerous times and they have an insane amount of options to choose from. I…read moreabsolutely love their mango coco cream, which is more like a thick smoothie. This go around I just tried their mango milk tea. It was sweet with a good amount of mango flavor, not overwhelming at all. My go to is always their brown sugar boba, it has better flavor than their honey boba. They also offer an upgrade to a large for only 25 cents more, it's the best option every time. If you are in the market, definitely stop in. You will be sure to find a good option with their large menu.

Quality Food, Warm Service, and Calm Ambience…read more Tiger Sugar in Mesa is one of the rare boba shops that truly solves a common problem, consistency and care. So many places rush drinks or rely on sugary fillers, but Tiger Sugar stands out because every cup tastes intentional, fragrant brown sugar, balanced sweetness, and tea that feels hand crafted instead of assembly line. The food and drinks are made with real attention. You can smell the aroma the moment they seal the cup. The brown sugar milk tea is smooth, the pearls are smaller and softer, and the organic milk gives everything a cleaner flavor that doesn't leave you feeling heavy afterward. The service is always calm, organized, and attentive. Staff listen to your order, move with purpose, and make you feel like the details matter. The ambience is peaceful and clean, even when the shop is busy. It feels like a cultural community space, families, students, and boba fans all enjoying the moment without chaos or noise. Their coffee is another pleasant surprise, rich, gentle on the heart, and brewed with the same cultural intention that makes Tiger Sugar famous. It is perfect if you want something warm and comforting that is not overly sweet. If you want a place where quality food, thoughtful service, and authentic ambience come together, Tiger Sugar is an easy recommendation. Consistent, aromatic, and made with genuine care every time.

I really wanted to enjoy this place but unfortunately it didnt live up to the hype for me. The…read moreservice was slow and it was hot inside which made it very difficult to comfortably sit inside and enjoy the experience. The drink itself I felt was overpriced and it was mediocre. I hope they can improve on the shop temperature and service. I will not be back.

This was my first time trying The Alley after hearing good things, but I'm sad it did not live up…read moreto the hype for me. I ordered the strawberry green tea with green tea jelly/less sweet, but it was still insanely sweet. There was hardly any green tea flavor and was like drinking concentrated strawberry juice. My partner ordered the taro milk tea, which was a bit better but also way too sugary.

Great Boba, excellent snacks like popcorn chicken and fries, and a nice modern decor! Highly…read morerecommended!