Very chill coffee place great for studying and hanging out! Got the lychee lemonade and the waffle…read morefries, which were nice and crispy with a slightly spicy sauce. The lychee lemonade was nice and sweet, but the lychee flavor is mild. The decor is nice and the bathrooms are clean. Service was quick and friendly. They were doing a collab with Yukdaejang when we went, so we got a discount on our meal later, which was pretty lucky! Would love to try their other cafe items next time!

First time visit. Place is bright & cheery. Baristas were friendly…read more I'm all about the coffee when I go to coffee shops so my cortado with soy milk & 1 pump vanilla was not as coffee forward as I would have preferred. I like my coffee drinks a bit more robust. I got an order of regular beignets to go. They were not my favorite. Not sure if the texture changed since they were packaged hot & sweated in the to-go container, but they were rubbery & really not sweet at all. Since i don't live anywhere near this location, I am not apt to make a return visit.

I was in for a long drive from Sugar Land out to The Woodlands, so I decided to swing into Asiatown…read moreand grab a drink to help soothe the pain of driving on the Sam Houston at 3pm. I pulled over in the first parking lot I could find and opened Yelp to help me find something. I'm telling you all of this because I ended up walking into Le Drip and ordering the "Egg Coffee", knowing nothing about it. Now, I've been on this earth for a minute and I've drank a lot of coffee. This is among the best coffee drinks I've ever had. Certainly the best I've had in recent memory. What I'm saying is it's in the running for the best coffee drink I've ever had. The egg cream is thick and eggy, which I loved. The coffee itself is bold with a strong coffee taste. The cream is dusted with a heavy shake of cinnamon and it all melded together into a delicious concoction that I couldn't get enough of. If you're looking for a memorable coffee drink, I would recommend giving this spot a shot. Tell 'em Big D sent you.

Finally got around to trying this cozy little coffee shop. Perhaps it wasn't for me, but I found…read morethe drinks at Le'Drip to be just okay. The famous Egg Coffee didn't stand out at all from all the praise it receives. I expected a rich, creamy coffee experience, but I couldn't find any coffee essence at all. Instead, the drink was overwhelmingly sweet from start to finish. I was also excited to try the new Lychee Jasmine Matcha since it sounded phenomenal, but it ended up being my least favorite. The lychee flavor completely overpowered matcha, making it hard to enjoy the drink. Overall, it was a good try but it wasn't cup of coffee.

I've been meaning to try this coffee shop. We happened to be in the area and stopped by on our way…read morehome from Bellaire Blvd. It was delicious, and I would definitely come again! Even though my girls are too young for coffee, they enjoyed a sample of the cream and a huge cookie! The service was great and the shop was crowded. I love seeing groups of people enjoying the offerings and each other's company.

I'd heard about the place for a while and finally had the chance to try it out while in the area…read more Ordering on the kiosk was a bit annoying, you couldn't complete the order without providing a phone number even when you opted out of the reward program. I gave up and ordered with the staff instead. I got the black sesame cream phin. The black sesame cream was rich and had a subtle peanut flavor that paired well with the strong Vietnamese coffee. The cream is very thick, so it was difficult to get both cream and coffee in one sip unless you fully mix it. Overall, a nice coffee spot with Asian flavor profile, especially if you are looking for strong caffeine. But I wouldn't wait in line for it.

I'm a big fan of CHICHA San Chen, and I've had the chance to visit locations in Southern California…read moreas well as the headquarters in Taiwan, so I was really excited to try the Houston location. I'm happy to say that the quality did not disappoint! What I love about CHICHA San Chen is that each drink is freshly brewed to order. Rather than preparing large batches of tea ahead of time, the tea is brewed individually when you place your order using their signature tea-press technology. You can really taste the difference--the tea is fragrant, fresh, and flavorful. My absolute favorite is the King Bubble Black Tea with Cream. The combination of the rich black tea, creamy topping, and chewy king pearls is just SO good! I was also pleasantly surprised that the Houston location still offers the Taro Series. The taro drinks are another favorite of mine, and it's wonderful to see that Houston has kept this part of the menu. After visiting CHICHA San Chen in different places, I can honestly say that Houston holds up beautifully. The tea quality, fresh preparation, and overall experience are exactly what I have come to expect from the brand. CHICHA San Chen never fails to deliver! If you're a serious tea or boba lover, this is definitely worth a visit.

I have heard the hype for Chicha San Chen and I wanted to try it. This place is definitely a more…read moreelevated than your normal boba tea place and you can tell by the crowds. We had to wait a little in line but the service was fast! The tea tastes great and I like the cup they serve it. I appreciate that they offer your sweet level and ice level you prefer. And the prices are reasonable compared to other places I've visited. You see families of all ages come into this place, as it's shown in social media it definitely brings a crowd. One nice addition that I saw was a Photo Booth and tea tasting station! You don't have to worry about parking as it's located in a strip mall so there's quite a bit of spaces. Overall I enjoyed my time and would like to try other tea options here.

I thought it was going to be totallllyyyy overrated... I was wrong. Heytea was super duper yummy!!…read more I got the coconut mango blue and my friend got the mango grapefruit boom! I loved the sago, fresh mango chunks, and coconut jelly in mine! The mango grapefruit boom was similar but had grapefruit pulp if you like a tart twist. We ordered on the app and were nearby for pickup when it was ready, so not too much to say for the service other than the bobarista at the counter was friendly. Pickup seems like the best option as there isn't too much seating.

This spot remains one of my absolute favorite boba places in Houston, thanks to their top-notch tea…read moreand milk tea quality. I love their app, highly recommend it to pre-order through the app, it's extremely accurate in term of wait time and easy to use. However, there are a couple of downsides: their matcha is just average, their menu is a bit limited, and my favorite drinks are frustratingly often out of stock or out of season. My top recommendations are the Coconut Mango Boom, Cloud Jasmine Tea (basic but so good), Yuzu Oolong Tea, Brown Sugar Milk Tea, Mochi Yingde Black Milk Tea, Grapefruit Boom and the toasty/wheat-y Longji Cloud Milk Tea.

We stopped by and tried a milk tea and a fruit tea. The tiequanyin oolong milk tea was so fragrant…read morewith very qq boba! I had it at 50% sweet and thought it was still too sweet for me, will try lower next time! The mango orange tea has fresh fruit which very refreshing, though we couldn't taste the tea very much. The interior is modern and clean. The staff was patient and helpful to explain the different drinks!

Macu Tea is located on Bellaire in Chinatown, on the south side, in the same shopping center as…read morePappaRich. I decided to check it out after a good friend raved about it--and I'm happy to report it absolutely lived up to the hype. I'll keep this short and sweet: I ordered the Ruby Grapefruit Li-Li Tea with green tea jelly, and it was legit. Incredibly flavorful, super fresh, and loaded with real grapefruit pulp. I went with 100% sugar (no regrets--just work out an extra hour afterward ). The balance of tart and sweet was spot on, and the quality really stands out compared to your average boba shop. Yes, the drinks aren't cheap, but they're worth every penny. You're paying for freshness and flavor, and it shows. The ambiance is clean, bright, and modern, and the service was solid. Drinks came out relatively quickly, even though it was busy. If you're tired of the same old average boba places, definitely give Macu Tea a try. Enjoy!

Super cute little place behind the H mart. They went with a cozy pink cafe vibe. It is slightly run…read moredown in that the pink pleather seating is peeling but that probably has to do with it being cute and not exactly make for high traffic restaurant seating. But still kinda cute. Ordering is done through a kiosk. There are drinks available, juice style drinks and boba teas. We got one of each and they were tasty. As far as the soufflé pancakes: they were tasty, but by no means freshly made. There was no way they could have been freshly made when they came out quicker than the drinks. I suspected they were microwaved or reheated in some way. BUT I stress, they are still good. This is more of a dessert place than a brunch place as it lacks protein options.

The cafe was very cute, and my friends and I enjoyed a nice afternoon there catching up. I…read moreespecially like the entry with the old tv. The decor is very thrown together but home like in a way. The menu is a bit difficult to read as everything is put on the menu and made it difficult to read. Have to scan the QR code to see the menu. I enjoyed the coffee Frappuccino drink I had as it really had the coffee taste. I would come back again.

Always one of my favorite coffee shops in Houston!…read more Despite coming on a Sunday afternoon, we got lucky with curbside parking and right in front of the door. Otherwise there is a free parking garage associated with the Bellaire Food Street complex. When I came last about a year ago, it was always packed on weekends, but we had ample seating this time. As usual, I got the caramel tomnccino. It is both strong and creamy/sweet. Perfect balance!!! Perfect study spot and perfect social spot equipped with wifi, chargers, ample seating, bathrooms, parking, and a large menu.

This cafe is a great place to study or work. They have a lot of tables with outlets, and the music…read morewas a sad, chill vibe. They have a lot of appealing drink options and interesting food options that look very good. The buldak and bulgogi stuffed pretzels were particularly intriguing to me. I got the large peach green tea for $6 and Hawaiian stuffed pretzel for $9. I was impressed by the pretzel, although it was definitely more of a pizza in a pretzel shape. It was very cheesy and tasty. They can't modify the sweetness on the peach green tea. It was good, although a little too sweet for me.

A spot dedicated to tiramisu treats (as well as mousse cakes, panna cotta, cookies, and croffles)…read moreand pretty drinks that is open all day? Count me in! The inside is mostly white and going for that IG "it spot" vibe. Most people were ordering their drinks that come with a little slice of tiramisu, but we were there to try just the latter! The tiramisu varieties aren't all truly tiramisu (which traditionally has espresso and alcohol), but they're called tiramisu because there are cookies or ladyfingers layered with their mascarpone cream. I tried the Biscoff Tiramisu-- while they could work on their presentation (the filling looked messy and slapped on), the taste was quite nice! Sweet, creamy, and the mascarpone filling was light and not too heavy despite being sweet and indulgent. I'm excited to try the other tiramisu varieties :D I like how the tiramisu comes in its own container instead of scooped into a takeout box because it's a lot less messy + prettier when eating it. Service was really friendly and there is self-serve water available too. Lots of tables for two but they were all taken during my visit. There's a little table outside in the shade if you're willing to sit in the heat. Overall, 4.5 stars for the tiramisu-- will be back to try some more! Check them out next time your sweet tooth calls :)

One of my favorite little spots to grab a matcha! I love the insane variety of matchas they have on…read morethe menu because apparently having just one or two good options would be far too easy. And if I'm with my boyfriend, he always spoils me and allows me to get 2 (one for the next day, of course)! One of my favorites is the Biscoff Banana Pudding Matcha. It's basically a dessert and a pick-me-up in one, so obviously I'm going to support that kind of decision-making. It's creamy, sweet, and with the crunchy textures, it's just such a fun combination. The other thing I am OBSESSED with here is the croffles! Easily one of the best I've ever had. They're super fresh, buttery, and have the perfect texture. But honestly, the cream they put on top is what really gets me. It's not overly sweet or super heavy, which I appreciate because I would like to enjoy my dessert without downing a whole glass of water... or maybe... a matcha? lol My boyfriend and I like coming here every now and then and sharing a croffle (because apparently we are capable of sharing things), and we love the indoor and outdoor seating areas too. It's such a cute little spot to hang out, grab a drink, eat something sweet, and just chill. Now for the one downside: the parking. If you know, you know. The parking situation is... less than ideal, especially considering this is Bellaire. But honestly, if you're coming here to grab a drink, eat, play on the claw arcade, and get a dessert, I'd say it's worth surviving the parking chaos. Pro tip: CALL AHEAD AND ASK IF THEY STILL HAVE CROFFLES! I learned this lesson the hard way. One time, I brought a large group of friends here after dinner specifically so everyone could try the croffles... only for us to find out they had just run out. SAD! You can imagine my devastation after hyping them up. They actually felt really bad and told us that we could call ahead next time to check if they still had any available, which I thought was incredibly nice of them. So now I'm passing that wisdom along because I refuse to let anyone else experience the heartbreak of arriving croffle-less. Overall, such a cute spot with great matcha, delicious croffles, and a fun little atmosphere. Just prepare yourself mentally for the parking situation and CALL AHEAD FOR THE CROFFLES!!!

I love going to coffee shops that have my name in them ;)…read more No but for real, Yemeni and Turkish coffees and teas anyways hit the spot. Pair that with my love of pistachio, and you've got a match made in heaven. This place looks ethnic, modern and clean. There's a painting of a woman on the wall who stares over us as we eat cake. We were lucky enough to come on a gloomy afternoon, my favorite a way to go to a coffee place. I tried a multitude of desserts, and they were all good. We also had four separate drinks, and they were all good. The cheesecake, milk cake and honeycomb bread were all good. The bathrooms were nice and clean. Overall- would definitely go here again!

Pistachio! I'm a sucker for pistachio so I had to try their pistachio mousse cake and pistachio…read morelatte. They were both fantastic! The pistachio latte was not overpowering at all and you could definitely taste the nuttyness! Not overly sweet which is perfect for me! The pistachio mousse was very thick and rich. My party of friends all enjoyed sampling them both. Our group also tried their Mufawaar medium roast coffee with cardamom & cream (not shown) per the cashier's recommendation. We really did appreciate his rundown of the menu. However, the iced Mufawaar was VERY watery much to our disappointment. Very much everyone in my group's least favorite. The lotus milkcake (not shown) was delicious Interior I will say I was impressed at how big the space was. Very clean, ideal for some work / study. Beautiful patio outside if this Texas heat wasn't so terrible! Overall I have to give it a 4.2~/5. I think their cake selection is great along with their pistachio featured items