I came to this location expecting to receive my usual Thursday special. I do not like the hemp…read moreprotein, and at multiple other locations I have requested that it not be added without any issue or additional charge. Unfortunately, at this location, what should have been a simple request became unnecessarily difficult. I was informed that I would be charged extra simply for asking that the hemp protein be omitted. Charging a customer more for removing an ingredient is unreasonable and inconsistent with the experience I have had at your other locations. This was frustrating and disappointing, especially considering I have never encountered this issue elsewhere. I hope management reviews this situation and ensures policies are communicated and applied consistently across locations.

The price point is high for me only because I'm used to making my own juices at home. But there is…read morea cost for convenience. Fresh juices, smoothies, bowls. I don't indulge often but it's nice to have it here inside of the yoga studio.

What a lovely juice shop!…read more Pressed is in a beautiful area and offers a variety of options. I enjoyed the selection and the quality of juices. They offered a taste bar where juices could be sampled before purchase (I love this idea!) Service the day of our visit was a little lackluster - didn't know much about the juices or juicing in general. Unfortunate. Besides the service, everything was exceptional and we can't wait to go back when it's cleanse time!

I'm obsessed with Pressed!!! They have sooooo many juices, tonics, & smoothies to choose from…read more There's even açai bowls and energy shots along with some grab & go snacks for purchase. They have a wide variety of vegan and dairy free options. The staff are very pleasant and knowledgeable about what's in everything. Tiffany educated me on where they source their juices from & a little background about Pressed. She was so sweet. Jordan at the register was also very patient with me as I was making my selection on what juices to choose from. He gave me some recommendations and even told me about the rewards sysem they have. The space is well lit, extremely clean, & lots of seating to dine in. There's also parking right out front in the plaza exclusive for Pressed guests. I'll definitely be back to try more juices!!

This coffee and tea place is in Rice Village. Parking is kinda tight but the place was packed…read more There were students, families, couples and people who went solo. There was a small space for kids to place legos and a play kitchen area. We got the frozen hot chocolate. The kids gulped it all up pretty quickly. So it was kid approved. I got the Thai tea frappe. I was grateful that it wasn't super sweet like traditional Thai tea. It was a nice choice for a hot summer day. All are welcome to the place. Love the concept!

We ordered the strawberry banana smoothie and a basic latte…read more The smoothie was just okay and you don't get a lot of banana or strawberry, mostly just sugar and slush. Couldn't commentate on the latte because I couldn't really taste the roast at all, it was mostly just straight oatmilk diluted with color. Obviously this establishment promotes a great cause, one I wholeheartedly support especially within my community, but I would not visit this location solely for the drinks.

Came here on a Friday evening, pre-dinner, and it was pretty quiet. Its a pretty spacious boba shop…read morefor the Rice Village area and it has free parking. Staff was nice and greeted everyone who came in and were patient with ordering. I got an almond milk tea at 25% sweet and it came out quite a bit sweeter than I expected. My partner got a passionfruit tea with boba at 50% sweet and it was very subtley sweet. It seems there's a bit of inconsistency with their sweetness levels. The boba was also very flavorless but texturely fine? Compared to some of the other Teahouses, I think the sweetness levels are definitely inconsistent. However, staff was nice and it could be a good study/work spot for those in the area.

I used to be not a big fan of the teahouse. They are a convenient cafe to study at though since…read morethey close at midnight. I tried a Passionfruit green milk tea that they had out for samples and I really liked it. I ended up ordering a Thai green cream tea. It's similar to jtea but less sweeter. It was pretty good though and I'd get it again. My friend also got their popcorn chicken which came with a chili sauce. The popcorn chicken was actually so good. It is really hot too so be careful because I almost burned my mouth. I heard they have a combo where you can get the chicken and a drink and I wish I knew that before ordering

While TSAOCAA (朝茶) has had a presence around the country, this is the first and only location in…read moreHouston proper. The West U area already lacked a proper bubble tea option, making its arrival that much more satisfying. Sadly, during the heat of summer just after their second anniversary, it abruptly closed. While the shop was small, they still had a number of tables for small groups and solo action. Given the tables were completely translucent glass, the plain acoustic tile ceilings with florescent lighting and very standard bathroom sign made the place feel like an office more than a cafe. The bright orange logo side wall was a nice touch, but still presented a contrasting vibe that was hard to shake. The drinks did not fare much better, but were at least consistent. The roasted oolong milk tea and slushes were always the go-to and the swirls and fruit teas were the ones to avoid. The food was a bit all over the place, from "cubie breads" to mochi donuts and fries. They worked as easy snacks on the go, but never overshadowed the drinks. Customer service was always a crapshoot, thus like many bubble tea cafes, the self-ordering kiosk was easy to consider. Prices were semi-reasonable given the neighborhood, which was a semi-win in itself. While I do hope for the best of this location, the one thing that still presents a challenge is the limited parking. Since it's a shared strip of only a couple of spots for each business, there is little street parking to compensate for the limited front side parking. For fans of the TSAOCAA brand and looking for a fix, the Katy store is the only remaining Houston-area location.

Tsaocaa has some of the best fruity drinks in the area-the mango pomelo is especially good and a…read moremust-try. I've ordered from here multiple times for delivery to the Medical Center, and the drinks always arrive fresh, cold, and never watered down. I've even ordered from Too Good to Go for their grab bag, and received a variety of "surprise drinks." I appreciate that you can adjust the sugar and ice levels, and the drinks are consistently not overly sweet. There's not a ton of boba competition in the West U area, but this spot is definitely top tier. Bonus: they offer rose tea, which is surprisingly hard to find outside of Chinatown. Definitely a go-to for quality boba!

Everytime I come here the açaí bowls are always amazing and the service is superb. The workers are…read morealways sweet but overly which I like. And the store is honestly really cute. Would come back 100%.

Solid smoothie. I got the Lone Star in small and it was $6.77. I'd say the small size is probably…read morearound 12 oz (kind of reminded me of a Starbucks tall). Smallish interior, just a few tables and some seating options. Parking lot was pretty crowded around 2pm on a Thursday.

This place is interesting. It's hard to describe, striking me as a somewhat upscale, slightly…read morehealthier alternative to the typical Houston gyro spot. The menu is diverse but well executed. You can order anything from a healthy salad or juice, to a pita sandwich to a burger. The mediterranean staples, like hummus and pita are top notch, with the pita in particular being remarkably fluffy. At first, I was confused with the gyro salads and pitas including extra veggies like mushrooms, which might turn off "purists" looking for the normal recipe. I go here when I want something tasty but less greasy than the typical alternative. I leave satisfied but not feeling gross because the ingredients seem fresh. It's kind of like a healthy restaurant that also serves "junk food" that's not overly "junky." The restaurant is very clean and the staff are friendly. You order at the counter but they bring the food to your table and you're not expected to clear it yourself - my pet peeve when I tip. The prices are fair given the quality. You can easily get a solid lunch for under $20. When I crave a traditional gyro I frankly prefer places like Niko Nikos, but if I want to be reasonable I choose Island Grill. Maybe I'm way off base here, and I like this place, but I consider it quasi-fusion, with a "health slant" but in a good way.

I knew that This place would be good when I walked in and saw a complementary ice cream machine…read more The tuna Salad sandwich with a fruit cup as my side was good. everything was really freshly made. I definitely got the complementary ice cream while I waited for my food to be prepared The server was super helpful with me picking out an option and I also got the green juice and that was pretty good as well. I will go back here and when I went to do a review and search for this I realized now that this is a chain it's good. I have absolutely added this to my list of places to revisit.

The first 4 times I came, I didn't like any of my drinks. Fresh taro milk tea was not as flavorful…read moreas other stores and tasted quite bland, and the boba during their soft opening was quite hard. The fresh milk tea (made with milk instead of the typical non-dairy creamer) was very off--imagine mixing milk into watery tea. I was about to give up on them, until lo and behold, I gave them one last try: 50% sweetness, less ice, black milk tea with boba. It was absolutely lovely. The oolong is amazing too, more mild and light than the black tea. Green tea feels just in between. Great space to study too, and bathrooms are clean and well-kept.

ShareTea has been my tried and true spot whenever I need to whip out my laptop and get work done…read morenear Rice Village. It doesn't serve anything mind-blowing in terms of milk tea, but it compensates with an aesthetically pleasing interior and spacious seating. Each table has a wall outlet nearby. Noise levels usually feel light despite customers occupying most tables (if not all). I usually order either their classic, honey, or taro milk tea. 50% sugar tastes quite bland for me even though I usually prefer my milk tea only lightly sweetened. The boba texture feels just a tad tough which I personally liked. With fair prices and only light competition nearby, their drinks get the job done adequately.

Love me a good Acai bowl! You build your own Acai bowl…read moretypically. They have different juices from the menu, the Acai bowls are chosen from a build your own menu. Unisex bathroom. Was a bit confused no one told us we had to grab a check list menu from the counter and check what we wanted in our build your own bowls.

Juicewell is one of my most visited spots -- and for good reason! The ingredients are always fresh,…read morethe flavors are clean and satisfying, and everything is made to order by the staff, they are friendly and willing to answer any questions. I love how customizable the açaí bowls are, and I always leave feeling energized and nourished. A must-try if you're looking for something nutritious and delicious!

My favorite acai bowl spot just received a makeover! New chairs, new tables, same awesome acai…read morebowls! You'll find my love letter to their acai bowls in previous reviews. Long story short, some flub the temperature, others are too tart, however, this acai bowl is perfection. Served at the perfect temperature, topped with the freshest toppings, I crave this baby more than ice cream itself. Anyways, if you come for the acai, don't forget the juice. Although expensive, they come in glass bottles, and qualify for rewards. I've yet to earn rewards but that may just be a blessing in disguise for my bank account.

For the price point, the smoothies and juices could definitely be better. The flavors weren't quite…read moreas impressive as I expected, though it may have just been an off day. I'd still come back and give it another chance.