We stopped by VinTea with a pretty large group while we were in Chicago, and honestly it worked out…read morebetter than I expected. They have a good amount of seating upstairs, so we didn't have to split up, which is always a plus when you're traveling with a bunch of people. It was also only about a 7-minute ride from our hotel in downtown, making it an easy lunch stop. One thing I really appreciated was that you order at the counter. For a big group, this made life so much easier because everyone could order exactly what they wanted and pay separately. No awkward math at the end trying to split the bill. The staff were all really sweet and patient with us, and our food came out pretty fast considering how many people we had. I ordered the Bun Cha Ha Noi. It was decent, but if I had one complaint, it'd be that the grilled beef patties needed a little more seasoning. Everything else was good, but a bit more flavor would've taken the dish up a notch. Overall, I'd come back. The convenience, quick service, friendly staff, and plenty of seating made it a great option, especially if you're traveling with a larger group.

Spring roll was fantastic. Boba smoothie was mixed. Smoothie was great, boba was too mushy for my…read morepreference, a little overcooked. Would come again for the spring roll but would also look for another option before returning for boba.

While waiting in the stores to open yesterday I saw this and had to wait for them to open too!…read more Love these donuts and I've been missing them since we moved from Louisiana. Friendly staff, nice sitting area, and delicious mochi donuts! Next time I'll try a boba tea because they looked so yummy.

Located on the 4th floor of a mall in the small food court, Te'Amo seem barely staffed and raggedly…read moremanaged when I swung by. The tea came out quick but didn't stand out in any particular way. Enough to scratch an itch but overall not very convenient to get to, and a bit of a drab spot.

Great service, very fast and nice workers. Jasmine tea in particular is not too sweetread more

Yummy drink!! I was pleasantly surprised to taste the fluffiness of the matcha. The pumpkin spice…read morelatte part was also spot on and not too sweet. I do regret getting boba (personally) bc i think the drink was great on its own. the cups + presentation are GREAT! there's also a wide menu with lots of drink and dessert options!

Literally the cutest café. This was my favorite breakfast spot while visiting Chicago…read more The second I walked in, I was obsessed. The green and white color palette immediately reminded me of Ralph's Coffee. It felt classic and polished but still charming. Everyone working there had a smile on their face, and the warmth felt so genuine and comforting, especially first thing in the morning. They had such a huge selection of pastries and cakes that it was honestly hard to choose. I ended up getting the cake shaped like a cherry because it looked so interesting. It was a black cherry cake and I paired it with a cappuccino. It was the perfect combination. The cake was beautiful and tasted just as good as it looked. We also ordered the breakfast burrito, which came with a small side salad. It was fine, but not the standout for me. If I came back, which I would, I would probably stick to the pastries and coffee and try more of their baked goods instead. Service was amazing. The ambience was adorable. I loved how all the silverware, plating, and dinnerware matched that perfect green tone. Every detail felt intentional. It was just perfect.

We had a toddler date with a friend and her son here at the cafe at the Peninsula. They had some…read morelimited-time St. Patrick's Day specials that caught my friend's eye, including the Pot of Gold, a special dessert only available for the weekend. The food was really excellent, as was the service. But it was ridiculously priced. The reuben sandwich was $28. It was a great sandwich, very lean, but you could get a sandwich as good for half the cost elsewhere. They only have a couple of kid's items, but my friend requested buttered noodles for her kid rather than the cheesy noodles. I got the hibiscus drink and lavender lemonade, both non-alcoholic, and they were very good. My little one especially liked the hibiscus. And we ordered the appetizer of whipped ricotta and honey; my daughter liked this more than anything else we ordered. We didn't have dessert at the restaurant, but ordered to go. The pot of gold was really good. There were little "gold nuggets" on it and that was my daughter's favorite part; good thing since I didn't realize it had a layer with Bailey's in it. It was very rich, and the cauldron was really thick chocolate (and actually was a struggle to get into, a bit!). The restaurant is small but it didn't feel crowded. We never felt rushed or unwelcome, and we were there for a couple hours (longer than I realized; it took an unusually long time to make two reuben sandwiches). Their pastries are really nice but somewhat expensive, like the rest of the menu. It was a nice, sophisticated experience.

Cute and busy cafe! We came midday on Saturday and everyone seemed to be here. Good vibes,…read morefast-paced and so many drinks options. I LOVED their menu because they have a good mix of boba, matcha and other decaffeinated drinks. Boba prices are good too, and regular drink is around $5.5 on average. I got mango matcha and I can tell it's a high quality matcha. Even towards the end, the matcha didn't get watered down much (see one of the pictures). The mango didn't taste authentic, but good quality matcha made up for it. Ube monster was also tasty; it has Oreo crumbs on top. The sweetness was just right. Service was fast and there are so many self-check out stations.

Got stuck in Chicago for two extra days so I was needing a matcha kick badly! So Yelp suggested…read morethis spot. Wasn't far from my hotel and I got on the bus a few stops. Bright and airy inside. Fast service. It was good. The creamsicle flavor is unique. But the matcha here isn't high quality like I'm used to at spots in New York. But Like I said it was still good and I drank it ALL.

Way too sweet and not customizable. Since there's plenty of empty slots, it'd be great if they can…read moreput in some options like "less sweet, half sweet, less sweet no boba, half sweet no boba, etc"

Honestly wayy better than I expected. We need more of these places and learn from Asia!! It was…read morebetter than some of the boba stores I visited on my trip. No boba, but jellies and it's basically a giant refrigerator. Great service and chill price

The decor and packaging are both incredibly cute, and the menu offers plenty of fun and creative…read moreflavors. I ordered the strawberry matcha, which was nicely balanced and not overly sweet. Both the strawberry and matcha flavors came through clearly without overpowering one another. I'd definitely stop by again to try a different drink the next time I'm in Chicago's Chinatown.

The store itself is a little cramped when It gets busy but based on what people around were saying,…read morethis may not typically that busy. I'd say the biggest halt most people had was it was extremely hot that hits immediately upon entry. The service was quick even with the high foot traffic. The Tanghulu was delicious and a fresh treat for a warm day. The lemonade tasted more bitter than id expect from a 75% sweetness choice but I e never been here before so that could be standard.

Lots of variety. They have screens that you can order on. I really liked the signature drink with…read morepudding. There's some seating. People were nice enough.

One of the BEST milk teas I've had!! Not based on quality of tea leaves or anything, but just cuz…read moreeven the 100% sweet was the perfect amount, in addition to their super unique milk mochi topping. It felt a bit like pudding but more creamy, a bit like burrata texture?? Absolutely obsessed, and most boba stores don't have this topping as an option. It was holiday season, so you could add a $1 to get it served in an adorable gingerbread bottle. We got to pick our own mini crochet hat and scarf!! The drink came out very quickly and you order from a tablet. Perfect for pictures inside, the decor was so cute!

I've been coming many times now since it's in a super convenient location to me. Decent place for…read moreboba drinks and popcorn chicken. Their boba is consistently cooked nicely so that's definitely a plus. Popcorn chicken is also good although not authentically Taiwanese style, but still tasty (I get them with the sour plum flavor and spicy). Inside has a small seating area. Their operating hour is quite short, I wish they would open earlier or later! Their menu is also not as full as the location in Chinatown, much limited options at this location (both drinks and snacks).

Come on, Ume Tea - you just need to do better…read more This location is extremely dirty and unhygienic - the place has grime and marks all over the place (floors, walls, seating areas), and there are insects/gnats just flying around. The staff aren't helpful, and you'll have to do the ordering on their kiosk. I wanted to check out their Surprise Cups, but they were all out, and the plushes that you could purchase were 'sold out'. No dice, Ume Tea. +extremely dirty! +unavailable items +unhelpful staff

I got soooo lucky and randomly walked in during their seasonal Thai tea and coconut soft serve ice…read morecream!! I LOVE COCONUT SO MUCH I WAS SO HAPPY I COULD EXPLODE!! We tried the coconut soft serve and added on a $1 mochi bites. This was so so so so so good - tasted just like that coconut milk drink in a black skinny tin can with the Asian lady in a funny pose IYKYK. Literally my childhood!! My fav drink ever basically converted into a creamy milky smooth soft serve cup. I wish they'd keep this flavor forever cuz I'd go every day if I could tbh. There's a few seats inside with cute Dora's on decor, and the service is super quick!

(Kari's Rating 9.5/10)…read more I always stop by here after know or whatever does adventure I've gone on and I think in way too full to get dessert but-NOPE! I always have room for Kurimu. When I went, I got two scoops of the cereal and milk flavor ice cream in a cone and they made it into a duck or some sort of cute animal. Wow it was adorable! I'd come here alone for the aesthetic, staff and attention to detail they out into their ice creams. Friday and Saturday night expect a line but it's definitely worth it! Unfortunately I did not take a picture as I ate it that fast!