I'm new to the world of MTW teas but am already fully devoted…read more I've replaced sugary drinks with 5-6 cups of black tea a day and feel one thousand times better. The flavor of MTW loose leaf teas, like Hu-Kwa, stand for themselves and leave me completely satisfied.

I've ordered tea from Mark T. Wendell Company for more than 20 years - probably closer to 30 years…read moreand love the tea and the service. Tea order is mailed out promptly and in great condition. The tea itself is wonderful. I buy the Cheericup Ceylon and the Darjeeling and make up a blend for myself - 1/3 cup Darjeeling to 2/3 cup Cheericup Ceylon and drink it every day. I've given the English breakfast tea to my father and also to a friend - they are now also dedicated customers. This is the best company I've dealt with. Nancy M. Kelley

Yay! They have decaf options!!…read more My bf and I were thirsty and was craving something sweet. Luckily we were walking about and found Bubble Nation. They have the classic tea options along with smoothies, fruit juices and several decaf options which is great since my bf is trying to avoid caffeine drinks. I got their brown sugar boba milk tea and my bf got one of their decaf coconut drink, both with boba. The boba was yummy and the brown sugar tea was also very good and not too sweet. Both drinks had the perfect amount of ice and boba. What a treat! The service was quick and there is an option to order on the flat screen or in person. There are a few stools to sit but not too much seating. Will definitely be back!

Such a cute little boba shop In Arlington on the Main Street! Drinks are a little price for $6.50…read morefor a milk tea, but it's the only one around. For the quality and flavor, it's a solid choice! I got the bubble nation signature drink, which is their milk tea with pudding, boba and red bean. The boba is cooked perfectly and very soft and chewy! Matcha lemon clementine is very refreshing and little to none matcha flavor but I don't mind that lemon clementine flavor. Both solid choices. Many other good stuff on their menu. Order online for quick pick up! No indoor seating at the moment due to covid. Some benches outside the shop, if you want a seat. Enjoy!

Sent my SO to pick up some bubble tea for me while I was sick…read more Unfortunately my classic milk tea was bad. The tapioca inside was still hard and not cooked all the way. Disappointed that I decided to try out this bubble tea place when I wasnt feeling good and was rewarded with a crappy drink that should be basic/easy to make.

A good place in Waltham to satisfy your bubble tea craving, but nothing special. I ordered from…read moretheir kiosk and got the oolong milk tea with boba during my most recent visit. The boba was soft and chewy, but the milk tea was more on the milky side rather than tea taste. They have a cute cat mural with boba and a few tables if you want to dine in. The service was quick since I came during an afternoon when the store was empty. Overall, I would return if I'm in the area, but wouldn't go out of my way to come here again.

I feel quite loyal to Sweet Heart, this unassuming little place located near the movie theater…read morebetween Cushing and Waverley Squares. Ever since the Tall Man and I stumbled across it back in 2019, only a couple months after they opened, we've made it our go-to local boba shop. I like my boba drinks quite simple, and being dairy free also limits my options. I nearly always get the classic black or green bubble tea sweetened with honey, with less ice and 30-50% sugar. The bubbles are a good chewy texture, never over cooked, and slightly but not overly sweet like Kung Fu Tea's. Without fail, the Tall Man gets a taro milk tea or smoothie ("tea" isn't quite the right term, since there's zero tea thus zero caffeine) with mango popping boba. A creamy winner that's less sweet than competitors'. They also sell ice cream (typical flavors, although I wish they would offer Chinese/Taiwanese ones like taro and matcha) and used to have cake, but I haven't seen the pastries lately. A couple things to note: - The owner is very kind and runs the place with her family. At times she's the only one there, though. If there's a wait (mostly gaggles of high school students), be patient, and she'll get your order right. - Over the years, I've learned not to show up in the first 30 minutes after opening, to ensure that the boba is ready (the tapioca balls need to be cooked, then sweetened and preferably cooled down). It's possible the owner has changed her preparations since the early years, but this is now an engrained habit of mine so I haven't been there early enough to verify. - Not open on Mondays, including holidays that happen to be Mondays (like this year's July 4th).

They have a large variety of flavors. Taro Smootie with boba and 50% sugar is my favorite. We…read moreoften order Red Bean, Almond, and Mango with 50% sweet and boba.

Such a beautiful place. It's on the smaller side but it feels so comfy and relaxing…read more The music was a vibe. My strawberry matcha was big and so sweet. It was perfect, I could taste the small chunks of strawberries at the bottom. This was the only place open on Easter Sunday!!! The service was great!

I was craving coconut coffee and this spot happens to be nearby and they were still…read moreopen. it was a great flavor! the decor was beautiful as well.

Tea-Do is a casual bubble tea shop and Asian café that offers a mix of drinks, snacks, and light…read moremeals in a relaxed downtown Lowell setting. We walked into a cozy space with seating by the windows, a clean interior, and music playing in the background, with a few small touches that made it feel more like a place to hang out rather than just a quick drink stop. The café has a comfortable, unpretentious energy that fits the neighborhood well, and the layout makes it easy to settle in for a bit. The main draw is the drink menu, with a variety of milk teas, fruit teas, smoothies, and slush-style drinks. We found the drinks solid for satisfying a bubble tea craving, but they leaned more on the sweeter side and did not stand out as much compared to some of the stronger boba spots nearby. The flavors were enjoyable, but the drinks felt a little lighter and less rich than expected, with the tea notes not coming through as strongly as we would have liked. That said, the customization options for sweetness and toppings helped tailor the drinks to our preferences. Beyond drinks, Tea-Do also offers a selection of snacks and small meals. Items like the onigiri and takoyaki added more variety than a typical bubble tea shop, making it a better option if you want something to eat with your drink. The shrimp tempura onigiri was a nice choice for a quick bite, with the rice holding together well and the filling adding a good contrast of texture and flavor. The food menu helps give the café more personality and makes it feel like a more complete stop rather than just a place to grab a drink. Service was friendly, and the atmosphere made it a comfortable place to stop by, especially when we wanted somewhere casual to relax for a bit. The staff were welcoming and handled the flow of orders without delays. The space is not designed for large groups, but it works well for studying, catching up, or taking a break while exploring Lowell. The seating area stays comfortable even when the café is busy, and the energy remains low-key throughout the visit. Tea-Do is a decent neighborhood boba spot that does the basics well. The drinks can satisfy a bubble tea craving, but there are other places with stronger flavors and more memorable drinks. The café atmosphere and food options are what make it worth checking out, offering a casual, comfortable stop that feels more like a local hangout than a dedicated bubble tea destination.

I've been to this spot a few times over the years, usually when I'm in the area for dinner. Parking…read morein downtown Lowell can be a pain, so I don't come often, but it's nice that this place is part of the bubble tea scene in the area. There are window seatings and a few tables. They offer a decent menu with teas, milk teas, specialty drinks, and smoothies. I usually opt for no sugar or low sugar, but even with that, their milk tea and smoothies are just okay. The milk tea, for instance, doesn't have enough tea flavor to balance out, even when I go light on sugar. What I do enjoy, though, are the quick bites, especially the onigiri. It's a great savory option to pair with the drinks. Overall Service: It's fine. I had a quick interaction when I was in person, but I usually order through delivery apps. The food is always packaged really well, with no spillage or mess, which I really appreciate.

This is an adorable spot in the Boston area for high tea. They have a wide range of teas - both…read morecaffeinated and decaf. I highly recommend the cinnamon chai. You can get vegetarian or regular finger sandwiches. The servers were very nice and we didn't feel rushed at all. We loved the decor and all the different teapots.

To preface my review, I have been to the other 2 locations in Belmont and Lexington multiple times…read morewith various group sizes 2-12 and those experiences were positive. Unfortunately this one started off on the wrong foot and ~40 minutes late in favor of a private party with an earlier reservation. They let the person who made the reservation know 4 days before our event of the change needed from 1pm to 1:30pm when we planned this back in October. We communicated the extreme inconvenience as some people needed to leave by 2:30pm sharp as we planned activities after in our schedule. The Vintage Tea & Cake Arlington staff refused to let our group and others in until 1:40pm even though the owner Adel reassured that we would receive prompt service. We watched them clean up the baby shower at 1:30pm while we waited in the cold. One of the guests in our party popped in to check the status and was admonished to continue waiting. Once they allowed our aggrieved party in the staff were professional. As there are multiple locations, Adel was not on site for us to address the issues directly. We communicated the menus we would order including group dietary restrictions in hopes this would save time upon arrival. 30 min into the seating the staff did bring our complimentary champagne for us. It was a nice gesture but unfortunately half of the group does not drink and one member was under 21. The tea and food itself seemed consistent with the other locations I've tried. The tea pots we received were large and partly due to being rushed no one in our group finished our pot. Half the group also took to go boxes. We departed by 2:40 pm. The staff were friendly and took nice group photos. This particular experience in Arlington fell short from our expectations. I'd recommend building in more buffer if you need to accommodate private parties to turn over the tables for reservations. Other logistics to consider: - Location is downtown so immediately in front is street parking there's also a municipal parking lot around the corner - Avoid making plans in 1.5 hour window after as they may not be able to honor the original reservation conditions from our experience.

Great cafe with a unique style in ambience, menu, and service! I am in love with this place and…read morehave been here twice in two weeks! Sandro and his wife Vivien are extremely accommodating, friendly, and work well together, bending over backwards to make sure my daughter and I were pleased. The food is amazing! Vivien, the chef, makes everything! I got the most delectable crêpes, which were huge and delicious. The chicken with cilantro and turkey crêpes were so flavorful, and the crepes themselves were delicate and tender. And the Nutella crêpe with strawberries? They sent me to the moon! My daughter felt the same way. If I could, I would return every week and try the Açài bowls as well! Pura Vida is not to be missed! Five stars!

I overheard that they recently changed their name to Pura Vida Açaí Cafe (which explains the logo…read moreon my pics). I've been here twice now. I actually tried my first açaí bowl here! This time, I got a passion fruit refresher and the salmon salad. The refresher was good not my favorite aftertaste, but that could just be me. I asked for the avocado dressing on the salad, but when they brought it out, they told me they were out so I ended up with ranch. Luckily, the salad itself was really good and super filling. The staff has been friendly and attentive both times I've gone. Also, the setup inside is really cute as there's a nice chair arrangement and even a swing for photo ops. It wasn't too busy, so we didn't wait long at all. Overall, good vibes and good food. I'll definitely be back.