Wedged between some smoke shop, Munchies can be hard to miss. It's a small shop with 1 employee,…read morebut they offer a TON of flavors and options. (See the menu pages I posted). The staff is always friendly and welcoming. Don't forget to ask for their punch card! 8 drinks and the 9th is free!

the server making my drink was super sweet, great service from her. the drink however was not my…read morefavorite. i just got a standard black milk tea but it had a weird almost applesauce flavor? i shared it with my sister and she agreed. it also took 3-5 minutes to make which is on the longer side of drinks i've ordered from other places. could be a fluke because i know people who love it here

Very good food, with very fair prices. Great customer service. Recommand for everyone, planning to…read morego back.

I personally would not recommend the place. We had a big order that included pho, pad Thai, spring…read morerolls, sweet and sour chicken, spicy chicken and fried rice. I'm a usual pad Thai person and this wasn't pad Thai. It didn't taste or look like it. It looked like noodles with a spaghetti sauce. The chicken in the spicy chicken was overcooked. The spring rolls didn't taste fresh. This takeout was just a miss for me

Okay, I gotta say..LaBoba is the best boba I've found in Lacey so far!…read moreI've been on the hunt for a yummy boba spot ever since moving to Washington a little over a month ago, and I can confidently say this is the best one I've tried in Lacey so far. Even better, it's only about a 15 minute drive from home for me, so I already know I'll be coming back regularly! The shop was starting to get busy when I first arrived with my kiddo, and by the time we settled down in the back with our orders brought to us, all the tables had filled up. Despite the busyness, the atmosphere still felt relaxed and welcoming, giving off vibes that encourages you to actually sit and enjoy your drink without feeling rushed, if you decide to stay. They even have board games available if you want to hang out a bit longer. The service here is spectacular!! The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive. You can tell because they take their time with you (no pressure when ordering) and are more than happy to answer questions. I ordered the crème brûlée milk tea, which already comes with boba and crème brûlée foam, but I was curious about the ube foam too. The staff member walked me through all my options and helped me land on a half crème brûlée, half ube foam combo, which ended up being so creamy and delicious. I appreciate them being so patient with me because I can be a little indecisive with what I want lol. My son ordered the Thai tea with boba and tried the ube foam for the first time. He felt like the foam was a bit overpowering for his drink (all you could see was ube foam after he mixed his drink instead of the standard orange Thai tea), but honestly, I loved how generous they were with it for our drinks. If you're an ube fan, you won't be disappointed! We also shared a crème brûlée croiffle, and wowwee, that was a treat that totally hit the spot for my sweet tooth. The sauce was rich, sweet, and creamy, making it the perfect dessert to go along with our drinks. Once again, the staff did not disappoint and I was pleased how attentive they remained throughout our visit. They even promptly cleared our trash and plates without us having to ask, which just reiterates how on top of their customer service they are. First visit was such a great experience! Delicious drinks, amazing service, and a cozy vibe. I am totally returning and I'd absolutely recommend this spot to anyone looking for a quality boba place in the area!

I got a late-night drink with boba at this spot with my friend. I was pleasantly surprised by how…read morebright and inviting it still felt even though it was late. They make it very clear that they are open -- the lights are bright, and as soon as you walk in, the staff is already prepared to take your order at the front counter. They were also actively cleaning tables to make sure customers had a place to sit. The seating was nicer than what you usually see in typical boba shops. The regular chairs had padding with a suede-like material, which made them super comfortable. They also have a bench-style seating area where you can sit back and relax. Overall, the space felt very living room-esque. As for the boba, it was great -- soft, chewy, and cooked well. The milk tea was sweet just the way that I like it, and I did not even have to specify a sweetness level; I just got the standard. The ice level was also perfect -- not too much -- so I actually got a full drink instead of mostly ice. I rated this place five stars mainly because of the staff. They were extremely attentive. I brought in outside food (not sure if that is technically allowed...oops), but they went out of their way to bring me a ladle, utensils, and chopsticks so I could choose what I preferred. I did not feel uncomfortable to ask for anything, and their overall energy made it feel like I could genuinely hang out with them one-on-one. They were watchful, friendly, and easygoing. I also thought it was adorable that they have a big statue of their mascot in the middle of the shop -- it really gives personality to the place and lets you know exactly where you are.

The pho and drinks are fantastic! I wanted to try a new pho place so went to Yelp to find one local…read morebut highly rated. Came here around 3pm on Sunday and ordered the veggie tofu pho, brown sugar crème brûlée bubble tea, lemon soda, beef pho, and brown sugar milk tea. Everything was delicious !!! I loved the pho. The broth had amazing flavor and the cracked pepper sprinkled on top was chefs kiss. They also have so much of the good stuff! Tons of noodles, veggies, tofu and beef to last through every bite. The drinks were sooo yummy too !!! The service was a little slow but it is definitely worth the wait.

LOVE the Banh Mi here. Loaded & just the right crispiness…read moreThe shop is on the chilly side, so a t-shirt is not gonna do it.

Came across this place while driving between Portland to Seattle and needed a quick caffeine…read morepick-me-up. While I have cafes I prefer in Lakewood, I wanted to try something new, so I found EM Boba & Coffee after looking up places online I ordered the Vietnamese coffee with the egg cream topping. I go to quite a few Vietnamese cafes in Seattle, so I have my standards. Unfortunately, their coffee did not meet my standards at all. The coffee tasted like it was made straight from one of those Vietnamese instant coffee packets. I do drink that here and there at home, but it's not the kind of taste I want from a cafe. The egg cream was pleasant though and helped make it taste better. I probably wouldn't come back for the coffee, but I'm still interested to see what the other drinks were like.

I have seen their Instagram advertising that they were open and followed them to try it out. We…read morefinally got the chance to do so and we went to grab some refreshing drinks. They had samples of their black sesame rice Krispy treat and it was really good, not too sweet and very nostalgic of a classic childhood treat. We just had a meal next door so we didn't need a snack so we'll order that next time. My boyfriend got the ube coffee while I got a summer special drink (can't remember which one) and it was what we were looking for: refreshing and not too sweet. Now the biggest issue that I came across is when I asked for no ice in my drink, the employee gave me an apologetic smile and said she would try her best. As you see in the picture, it isn't completely full. Now I saw a review that complained about a similar issue and the business owner said that you can just let staff know that you want the cup to be filled and they would do their best to accommodate. Not sure if that is just miscommunication or just something the owner said to seem like they are solving the issue but it seems really unprofessional. I understand that it can alter the drink's intended flavor but I ask for no ice all the time and am always happy with how it turns out. You check my photos of drinks from other places and I always ask for no ice as I have sensitive teeth and I don't like the condensation it causes. Other than that issue, it's good to see Lakewood have a nice boba and coffee spot. Additionally, they have two crane machines and board games to enjoy too. They are also dog friendly as long as they are well-behaved and don't cause any messes.

pho was okay. a bit expensive, but at least it was a big serving for even the regular size. staff…read morewas okay, too. they cleaned up quick, but they did not do a good job to hype up the menu when I asked for recommendations. however, this is the best boba that I have gotten in Washington state. I only lived here for barely a year, but the boba was so squishy and sweet! I got a mix of chocolate Nutella strawberry and omg...the drink was soooo good. Still think about it 'til this day! I hate that there are no outlets here, so could not do my work :/ lots of booths, yes, but the other half of the table are chairs. easy parking and a bit of dim lighting. it seemed off-white of a shade, which I no like as much because it makes everything look bland

Food Funny, how Yelp kept on harping about this place, and…read morekept popping up in my profile. We went there with the presumption that it was very good. Sadly, both strawberry and macha slush did not have flavor, it was very faint. Service The staff were not welcoming or professional didn't say thank you, or here is your order. I understand having a bad day, but being in a customer service environment, you must fake it to make it, sometimes. Ambiance Clean and noise level was at a minimum. I don't recommend this place not so much of the service, but the slushes were horrible. I don't understand how this place has close to 5 star.

Red lantern never disappoints. 7 flavor beef is a consistent favorite, as well as their pad Thai!…read moreI've actually never tried food from here that wasn't delicious. The heavenly beef and sweet and sour pork/chicken are both excellent choices. Their service is always good, even if it gets a bit busy they never forget your order. The ambiance for dine in is classy, you almost forget you're in Yelm.

Cute Fusion Asian place that tucked in the end or beginning of the plaza strip. Plenty of parking,…read morevery modern, contemporary decor inside with warm vibe. They do have mochi donuts here too. The place is clean, spacious and well layout. The menu is nice and plenty of Asian dishes, from Thai to Singapore to Vietnam to Chinese and so forth. Service is nice and attentive. Dishes came out quite fast. I am abit bias here since I'm Asian and I live in SoCal where all the Asian lives. So with that say, my dish is Vnese and nothing came close (yes I kept in mind of the fusion part) from taste to presentation l. Given that this is Yelm, therefore not much of expectation but they do have most of the dish's elements. And this apply to all dishes. It's not bad at all, my friend likes it a lot and this is her favorite place with her favorite dish of Singapore noodles...which I don't recalled that the noodle is that wet. The favor is there but it's wet, too wet in my POV. The mochi is nice and soft and chewy like and flavorful. Overall not bad, very water-fusion for my taste. Good service and nice place for sure.

Cute bubble tea shop in Lacey! They had do many drink options and some fun snacks. I ended up with…read morethe mango passion fruit tea- 50% sweet. Never get full sweetness on boba. It was still a bit too sweet but not terrible. We tried the assam milk tea bubble pops and the flavor was mild but good. Great treat on a cold and rainy day. Not too sweet or strongly flavored. The croffles look tasty- next time! They also had some cute claw machines and some fun games. Really cute spot with lots of fun drink options. Also- cute decor!

I usually do not like chain restaurants or shops because I like to try something new, but this got…read moreto be the best sharetea that I tried in the states. Boba actually squishy because cooked thoroughly and milk tea was the right level of sweet. Vietnamese coffee is hella strong. Had three sips of it from my friend's order and I was up until 0130, I think. Only 3 sips! On top of it, we got free matcha milk tea because the staff accidentally made a lot and that tasted soooo good... Even when I drank it much later. And I am not the biggest fan of matcha! Clean place with board games available. Good hangout spot if u in Lacey and want a sweet treat.

I'm rating Boba and Beyond based on my overall experience and, of course, the taste of the boba…read more I recently moved to the area from California, so I'll admit my boba expectations might be a little high. This place had great reviews, so I was excited to try it. Overall, I'd say it reminds me of T4 -- it's just okay. When I walked in, there was no one inside and only one staff member working. It wasn't busy at first, but a line quickly started forming. With just one employee making drinks, it didn't seem ideal for handling multiple customers, so you may end up waiting a bit during busier moments. I ordered the matcha taro cloud with boba -- two flavors I really love together. The milk tea itself was actually pretty good. It wasn't watery and had a nice consistency. However, the employee forgot to add boba to both my drink and the customer after me. I had already walked out and taken a few sips before realizing it was missing, so I had to go back in to get it added. She was apologetic and I appreciate that she promptly fixed it. The boba itself ended up a little underwhelming. I might just be used to the soft, honey boba from Bober Tea, but this one tasted firmer than I prefer. I personally like my boba softer. I do wish the quality of the boba was better and that my order had been accurate from the start. Still, it seems like a nice, simple spot for basic boba -- and it's conveniently located right next to Safeway, so it's easy to grab a drink before or after doing your grocery shopping. Would I come back? Maybe, but I'd probably manage my expectations next time.

I came here for a bubble tea. It's bright and cheery and very reminiscent of the bubble tea shops…read morethat are trending now. The service is quick and speedy, they are kind and tell you their offerings. I got two bubble tea drinks. One milk and one strawberry. The strawberry is fine, the milk is fine too but the tea is different than what I'm used to. It's more of a deeper bitter black tea. Not horrible but surprise taste and not that sweet. Which is fine for me. They have the bubble waffles and the house specials look interesting. Especially the mango lassi and it appears they serve dumplings too if the pictures are any indication. I like this place, it's nice and bright and a good place to study/work and get a snack. I think with more business and expansion of the menu, it would skyrocket. I won't lie, when I saw the lassi on the menu, I had hoped for a rich chai too because we don't get that around here. I have to make it on my own now. Also, while it appears they can steam and waffle, a savory waffle and maybe savory steamed buns would be good.

An awesome spot for some quick Boba. Went in late one…read moreevening to get some dinner on the way home and this tea shop is part of the pho shop so while I was waking for pho I got some Boba. I was nervious as i cant have any milk products bit i was not dissapointed. The staff were super kind and patient as I figured out how to order and what I could have. In the end I got an oolong tea with light ice and lighter on the sugar. It was perfect for the 30 min drive home and was even a bit left for a treat after dinner. 10/10. Will def go in again

usually out of many drinks. Google said It closes at 9pm so I stopped by at 8:14 and asked if they…read morewere opened both girls gave each other a look before saying no.