It was our first time here and we will definitely be back. The drinks, açaí bowl, and different…read moretoasts were delicious! Can't wait to try more things!

Wow! I usually don't write reviews but I love this place! The matcha was amazing! And so was the…read moreservice! I had a ton of questions not knowing what some of the boosters were and I'm trying my best to watch calories. The barista helping me was so patient and grabbed her manager to answer any questions she couldn't. She seemed very knowledgeable about the nutritional content so definitely ask for her help! :) I appreciated how attentive they were with me and I will definitely come back soon! Love the pink building!

I love it!! Would recommend the Thai tea x ube soft serve!! I don't particularly like boba on the…read moresoft serve just because the two textures together is a bit off-putting for me but to each their own! It's a pretty big portion of soft serve so I'd honestly recommend splitting with a friend if this is like a post-meal sweet treat! Shop is pretty tiny so they only let one group in at once but service is pretty quick once you've ordered and they have some nice outdoor seating where you can enjoy your food!!

My mate recommended I visit OMO Thai Tea as one of the go to spots in Bellevue…read more I came here with high expectations, especially based on the Yelp reviews. Unfortunately I found this place just to be OK for me... Perhaps OMO was bit a hyped up for me or maybe I didn't get the right thing... hard to say. The venue is a tiny hole in the wall in the corner of a residential apartment complex. Street parking is your only option. Order form the kiosk and the little kitchen window will call out you number. They are fast and efficient. There is some eccentric limited seating outside in the front of store. More decorative than practical. #Overhyped Treat: OMO Dessert (IN STORE ONLY): ~ Ube S'mores Thai Tea Float - 3/5 While this looked brilliant, I fear it was just OK for me; definitely the case of looks better than it tastes. The presentation was absolutely brilliant! However I thought the taste fell short of the visual delight. The Ube S'mores was more like a light Ube foam instead of Marshmallow Ube S'mores. I didn't think the the Thai Tea or Ube flavor was impactful, I felt both flavors were muted and fairly light. I'll try this place again and order a few items just to be sure... but I won't have high expectations. I do wish to them well and hope they continue to thrive...

I like the name. Never heard of it being from California. It was a good walkable area. Me and my…read morebrother both liked our drinks. We got Mango Smoothie and Pink Lychee Smoothie Top. Great for dessert. We went on a weekday night and it wasn't busy. Service was fine. Inside was pretty clean. Parking is a bit tricky.

solid, reliable boba chain. the boba was a bit too sweet imo, but the drinks were good. worker was…read morefriendly when taking our order and answered any questions we had. heads up that parking is a bit tough in the area unless you're okay with walking a bit

This location is less homey and warm like the one in SLU but nonetheless the matcha selections and…read moretaste are stellar. I'd also like to note that unlike the other location this location does not carry hot plated food My all time favorite thing to eat here is the sesame croissant and matcha tiramisu. My favorite drink of choice is not on the menu but custom ordered. It's a matcha latte float but instead of a vanilla soft serve I replace it with a matcha soft serve. It costs a dollar more but way cheaper than if you ordered them separately. The service here is always fast and friendly and most of the time pretty clean. Weekday afternoons are best for no line. Weekends should be avoided as the line gets pretty ridiculous and super hard to find a place to sit.

Pretty solid matcha!…read more Nana's Green Tea is THE place for all things matcha- lattes, parfaits, and more! I tried both of their matcha lattes. They have two types: Kyoto and Shizuoka. Kyoto was described to me as being richer and more umami in flavor whiles Shizuoka has a fresh lighter profile. Of the two, I definitely prefer Kyoto more! It was creamy and hit all the strong grassy notes.

This spot had a lot of buzz when it appeared so I was excited to try it! I came after work on a…read moreweekday and it was pretty busy, but it didn't take too long to get our drinks. You order at their kisoks and then pick up the drink when its ready. I got the grape jasmine smoothie and added taro balls to it. The drink itself was pretty good and refreshing, but nothing that spectacular. I also thought the taro balls were pretty standard - these are tinier than your usual ones.

Seattle-Area Boba Shop Review #120…read more Teabydo, AKA Chabaidao/ChaPanda is the next Mainland Chinese boba shop to invade Bellevue. Now we just need a Chagee and maybe a Nayuki to complete the quintet (Heytea/Teabydo/Molly) of premium "New Style Tea" Chinese boba houses. This particular location has apparently been open for a couple of weeks now and is well past the grand opening stage. Puzzling, given how unprepared the place was when I dropped in on a weekday for a drink. Arriving just past 11:10, the first thing I did was walk up to one of the two convenient kiosks to order (as there was already a small line for in-person ordering). I noticed the drink menu looked very short, and glancing over at the screen at the front counter, I could see the kiosk was missing around 2/3 of the drinks. Not that I cared too much since the drink I was aiming to get was there. Finalizing all the adjustments and toppings, I started to check out, only to be greeted with an error screen. Yay technology. So I had to line up a bit, no problem. Stuff happens. Finally getting up to the front, I tried ordering the same drink, but with light ice as the menu states I'm able to do. Nope, apparently the menu is wrong and they only have full ice and no ice as options. Okay, fine I'll try regular ice. I want to add boba though. Nope, it isn't ready yet. At this point it's more than 20 minutes after opening, and there's no boba yet? That's fine for a local independent boba shop, but this is ChaPanda! They have almost 9000 stores, how have they not figured things out yet!? Given the wait time for fresh boba, I decided to leave and revisit later in the day, this time ordering at the counter without an issue. While waiting for my drink, I noticed a couple of flasks over by the pickup area, filled with tea leaves for sniffing. There's a Gardenia Green Tea, which smells floral and grassy, an excellent combination. There's Jasmine tea, a little disappointing given a heavily over oxidized smell overpowering what should be bright flowery notes. Then finally the Oolong, giving off a mild smell with some almost rancid elements. Not a good sign, given that's what I ordered... Oolong Milk Tea with Soybean Cheese Foam, Large, Regular Ice, 50% Sugar w/ Boba ($8.98) - Let me start by saying - wow this drink is EXPENSIVE. More expensive than Molly. More expensive than Chicha San Chen. Yeah, the drink is larger than the other two, but is the quality as good? In terms of tea, the answer is decidedly no. The tea has basically no fragrance, which on a positive note means that's no rancidity to be had. Instead, there's a slight funky tanginess and saltiness from the cheese foam on top, then a captivating roasty nutty note from the soybean powder mixed into the foam. I actually really like the inclusion of the soybean powder - I haven't seen another boba shop with this unique addition. While basically drowning out all the more delicate tea flavors, I found it very enjoyable to drink. Otherwise, the drink gives a relatively rich and creamy mouthfeel, pairing with a sweetness that's very sweet but not cloying. I would probably opt to reduce the sugar if I visited again. Clearly, the focus of TeaByDo is not the tea base, but rather the accompaniments. On a positive note, the ice level was also fine at regular. It's actually similar to light ice at most other boba shops - enough to completely cool the drink while leaving only a couple of chips left over. I can see on a hot day, this drink might actually need more ice than regular. While this drink is located in the "Classic Milk Tea" section rather than "Fresh Milk Tea," I feel like this drink still has tons of dairy, not even including the cheese foam top. At least, my stomach certainly was feeling it an hour later... The boba TeaByDo serves is heavily marinated in a brown sugar solution. It's very sweet and flavorful with brown sugar minerality, probably one of the most flavorful boba I've had in a while. This soak gives a really soft, velvety, and sticky texture on the exterior that doesn't harden or firm up even when cooled down fully. That unfortunately means that the interior is also on the softer side, decreasing some of the requisite chew and bounce. It's not too far gone, and I certainly wouldn't describe it as being mushy. What's puzzling is that with most pearls being softer, there were some shrunken pearls which were actually too firm. Maybe they don't stir the boba enough while cooking? Milk Tea Rating: 4.5/5 (More of a 4/5 but I personally really enjoyed the flavor of the soy bean flour) Boba Rating: 4/5 TeaByDo is a mixed bag. The drinks are pretty good, but they still have some major issues that should have been solved during the soft opening phase. Assuming that they do have it all figured out, I'd be willing to return to try out more. (Normal Rating would be 4*, but subtracting 1* for all the issues they had) Bathrooms - I didn't see any, but I also didn't ask if they had one.

Ideally I'd rate this 4.5 stars, but in this case, I lean closer to 5 than 4 stars. The food is…read morecreative and tasty. The highlight is the HK sandwich, specifically the Musubi. The ingredients may seem simple, but the execution is top notch. The bun is the star. They bake it fresh. Soft and tasty. And the egg is fluffy and filling by itself. The spam and furikake rounds it out perfectly. The piggy buns are a delight. Tried all 3 and I prefer the custard and taro. The molten custard is good too, but it can be messy. The half-star drop is due to service. It's not bad, but it's just not the warmest. They are busy, so I do recommend researching first before you order. That will eliminate any awkwardness. But the food absolutely makes up for this. And the ambiance is great. It's clean and comfortable to wait. Parking can be a bit of a challenge, but that's the case everywhere in Downtown Bellevue. I didn't see a garage that you can park and get validation.

Cafe Aloe is a little cafe located within the Stokely Apartments in Bellevue. I've been wanted to…read moretry this cafe out for quite some time and finally made the drive out. There isn't any dedicated parking for the cafe, but we were able to find street parking around the block. Once you enter inside the building and cafe, it is surprisingly spacious. There isn't that much seating available though. On a nice day, there is outdoor seating available. I ordered a Vietnamese Iced Coffee and a Mint Mojito Iced Coffee. These were drinks very basic. Nothing extravagant about them, especially the Vietnamese Iced Coffee. The Mint Mojito Iced Coffee was a tad bit better and you could taste the mint in it. If I were to return, I definitely would try other drinks or even their food items here. The customer service here was okay. Not very interactive. There wasn't any issues, but it was a bit awkward for whatever reason.

As a devoted tea enthusiast, finding such high-caliber Chinese contemporary tea in Bellevue is an…read moreabsolute dream come true! From the gorgeous ambiance and incredible flavors to the attentive service, this place easily deserves a five-star rating. Ambiance: An Immersive Escape into Eastern Aesthetics Stepping inside feels like entering a tranquil, elegant sanctuary. The warm wooden decor is beautifully accented by traditional artwork and soft lighting, perfectly blending classic aesthetics with modern design. Amidst the bustling streets of Bellevue, opening this door instantly transports you to a serene Jiangnan alleyway. The gentle background music and cozy seating make it not only an incredible spot for photos, but also the ultimate escape for a relaxing afternoon with friends. Flavor: A Masterpiece of Taste and Tradition Every single drink here is meticulously crafted. The tea bases are robust and aromatic, the milk is rich and smooth, and the signature cream caps finished with crunchy nut sprinkles offer an explosion of wonderful textures. The flavors melt harmoniously on the palate, perfectly balancing sweetness without ever feeling heavy--easily rivaling the top-tier beverage brands back in Asia. The concept of a formal "Tea Banquet" (茶宴) dates all the way back to the Three Kingdoms period in ancient China, where rulers famously used tea in place of alcohol to host guests. By the Tang and Song dynasties, tea banquets evolved into sophisticated cultural gatherings where scholars, poets, and even emperors would gather to share fine brews, compose poetry, and celebrate art. In the Qing Dynasty, Emperor Qianlong famously hosted the grand "Chonghua Palace Tea Banquets," where high-ranking officials and imperial ministers gathered to sip rare infusions and exchange verses. Today, modern tea houses carry on this spirit of hospitality and craftsmanship. By blending premium loose-leaf tea, fresh milk, and innovative brewing techniques, they transform an ancient cultural tradition into a vibrant, contemporary experience right here overseas. ‍ Service: Warm, Attentive, and Professional Even during peak hours when lines can wrap around the door, the staff maintains an exceptionally high standard of service. They are patient and welcoming at the counter, happy to customize sweetness and ice levels to personal preferences, and remarkably efficient at fulfilling orders. Every cup is handed over neat and pristine, reflecting a deep dedication to quality.

Love this location! (It's right next to my house. Otherwise I think objectively the location kind…read moreof sucks.) They had some hiccups during their opening, like tap to pay not working, but I was overall impressed with how quickly the staff could churn out drinks. I'm also excited that they have $4 base teas! That tends to be my kind of order. I wish that more of their milk drinks allowed for non-dairy options, for some reason only a couple had alternatives :(

This place is so good! The smoothies are amazing! Highly recommend. The customer service is also…read morevery good and fast

O'rien was super chill. Spot is very laid back morden minilist vibes. Small menu which means…read morewhatever they do yhey do well. There are pastries. Traditionally japanese based.