Good quality at Bruú Café, and a spot my oldest has come to love. And they have a kids menu which…read moreis perfect! My kiddo likes a their strawberry with rainbow pearls; definitely on the sweeter side but she liked it well enough. The wife had a matcha which she said was good as well, and is eager to dive further into their menu. They offer lots of seasonal specialties, classics, and a massive amount of fine-tuning so you can get your drink to your liking. You can adjust sweetness from 25%, 50%, 75%, or 100% which is a nice touch. They did switch to a kiosk ordering a few years back, so it feels slightly impersonal, but they are efficient with their process. I really like the almond milk tea with pearls when the weather is right for it, and am always open to exploring new options here. They seem very friendly, very efficient, and have brought a much needed concept to the Plaza (and KC in general, tbh). Not quite regulars here, but glad to visit a handful of times each year.

Yelpers say this place is an amazing American equivalent of boba shops you'd see in Taiwan and…read moreChina, and the vibrant, curated menu is unlike anything I've seen. They run many seasonal drinks with unique flavor combinations at affordable prices. From yuzu sodas to matcha lemonades and strawberry marble lattes, everyone is bound to find something they love. I gravitated towards the Honeydew Niu Niu latte with rainbow jelly because of recommendations to try their specials. It didn't come out like the pictures/menus, but it tasted oh so good! I got it 50% sweet and it was the perfect level. Definitely get less sweet than normal. I wish I could've gotten my boba in a collectible cup, as seen on the window sticker menu, but I don't believe they offer this option anymore. All their ordering is on 3 giant ordering screens around the store. It's a pretty small location, but the booth seating is comfy and plentiful. For an intimate convo, I'd recommend you sit on one of the benches outside the front of the cafe. I don't want to spoil too much before my Instagram review reel, but wanted to put out this review for anyone looking to try a new boba spot. Definitely give this one a try!

I stopped in here after attending a Yelp event down the street…read more As the former owner of a tea bar, I'm serious about my tea. I liked Dragonfly and hoped to like it more. I grabbed an iced, unsweetened, black tea with some passion fruit popping boba. It was very good. The tea was strong but not bitter. A good brew. I was very happy about the self serve teas. They have a nice selection I was very excited by the fact that they carry Pu-erh which is not found in a lot of places. It's a very robust black tea. And they had regular and two flavors. I wound up picking out 4 to try but then my boyfriend pointed out the sign painted on the wall that if you buy 5 ounces, you get 1 oz free. I thought well, I'll just grab 1 more and get a free oz since there were a couple more I wanted to try. When I went to pay at the counter, I was told that was an old sign painted on the wall and there is no such deal anymore. It's literally a huge sign right where you measure out your bulk tea. It should be removed because I wound up buying 2 extra teas I would have waited on if I hadn't thought there was a deal. I probably should have argued more about it but the store was about 15 minutes from closing and it was obvious the young woman running it was ready for us to leave. The shop is cute but the false advertising really brought down my review. I hope they will get that changed so others don't have the same disappointing experience.

I usually pick up tea from Dragonfly Tea Zone at the weekend market, but I recently realized they…read morehave a physical location closer to me. Since I haven't been able to make it to the market lately, I decided to check it out. Overall, the space is very clean and well-kept, and the atmosphere is nice. I especially enjoyed the experience of picking out my own tea, weighing it, and labeling it myself--it felt much more personal and relaxed compared to the usual rush and chaos at the market. That was definitely a highlight for me. I also tried their mango peach topper smoothie and added chamoy and Tajín--honestly, it was so good. I definitely should have gotten a larger size because the regular just wasn't enough. That drink alone is worth coming back for. The only downside was the customer service. The staff member I interacted with wasn't very knowledgeable and wasn't able to answer my questions. At the market, I'm used to staff being helpful and able to guide me through different teas and their benefits, but here, most of my questions were met with "I don't know" or "I don't work with the teas." She did point me to a section on the wall with some information about the teas and their benefits, which was helpful to a point. However, there was one term that appeared on several teas that wasn't explained on the wall, and she wasn't able to clarify it. I ended up looking it up myself, which wasn't a big deal for me--but I can see how that could be frustrating for someone new to loose-leaf tea who's relying on staff for guidance. Overall, a nice location with a more relaxed and personal shopping experience, but improved staff knowledge would make a big difference.

Gocha is an adorable novelty in trinkets that pairs so well with a quality, sweet sip. Their drinks…read moreare large, affordable and delicious. I got the brown sugar matcha madness, which had a blend of salted cheese cold foam and ice cream (I think she said?). It was AMAZING. The matcha was very earthy, which I liked. I don't think it's ceremonial grade, for those curious. Look how beautiful it was, too. I got 50% sweet but I definitely get 100% next time. The menu doesn't have all the ingredients, foams, drizzles, etc. listed, so definitely ask. The staff is kind and loves the questions. Every spot in here is photo worthy, and even on a rainy day like mine when I went, it was just as fun of an ambiance. I especially love the painted wall with the Gocha light up sign. True art decoration has not been lost! I do wish there were some cheaper gashapon varieties, as there are only 2 machines that cost $5. It would be cool to have some smaller, cheaper options and come out of this shop with a bunch of trinkets. This is such a fun spot, and I'd guarantee everyone could find something to enjoy. Family friendly, date friendly, all the above friendly. Super unique destination I'd totally recommend!

The egg and sausage bun with sesame seeds is really good. You can tell it's made from scratch and…read morethe flavor is perfect, not too strong nor too mild. It's definitely something for me to get again. I have been slowly going through all their unique premade drinks. I haven't yet found any other place in Kansas City area that sells the diversity of options here. It's really so much more than your typical boba place. The space is small and they have some cute little vending machine games.

I have been having trouble finding good boba in Kansas City and this is by far one of the better…read moreboba joints! There were no wrong options on the menu. The service was super kind and speedy! Will be visiting again!

* Boba/ Drinks: The drinks are fairly good, but it kind of depends which flavors you get. Some…read moredrinks are a hit or miss. My personal favorite would be the original milk tea or Nab vam. *Service: The service is great. They explained which drink was their favorite and what drinks they would recommend. *Place/ Atmosphere: The boba shop is inside of Viva Fashion. It's a cute little shop with plenty of space if you're wanting to chill and hang with some friends.

I've recently been frequenting Paris Banh Mi and have noticed the consistency of the taste of my…read morebanh mi (B1) Special Combination has been great. The artichoke tea is a favorite. The service has also been fast and friendly. Sometimes I takeout and sometimes I eat in but either way it's good experience. The seats are not too close together so it makes the atmosphere more comfortable. They do see me in here a couple of times a week at least!

I've been wanting to try Paris Bahn Mi for quite a while so I decided to finally stop in. The…read morebuilding is quite large and they have decent parking. I attempted to order online but they shut down online ordering fairly early-it was well before closing, so I headed there to order. The individual who assisted me was friendly and the restaurant seemed very clean. They have cute decor. I did take my order to go because it was getting close to close and I didn't want to be that person. I ordered a ton of things. Eyes were definitely bigger than my stomach but I don't mind leftovers. I started with a couple of appetizers. The first being the sugarcane shrimp patties: Shrimp patties delicately wrapped around sticks of sugarcane, presenting a harmonious blend of savory seafood notes. They come three to an order and were interesting. I liked the texture of the shrimp patties and they did have a good flavor. Would I get it again? Maybe. I also tried the fried lobster balls. Those come 5 to an order and were exactly what they said-fried balls of lobster. They were also good but they have several other appetizers so I would probably opt to try a few more things out. They have Korean corn dogs and because I've never had one, I decided that needed to change. I ordered the potato half and half-half dog, half cheese. It was huge. Like way bigger than I thought. I liked the potato outside, it was crispy and tasted like a giant French fry. Lots of cheese and the dog was a dog. I don't regret getting it but I would have to be in the mood to get one again. It was fun though. My favorite item was the grilled pork croissant: butter mayo, house sauce, jalapeño, cucumber, and cilantro with pickled radish and carrot. It was so good and what I will definitely return for. The pork had great flavor, the veg was a crunchy, refreshing flavor and the croissant was so flaky and delicious. My only complaint is that it got a little soggy on the way home but I popped it in the oven and voila! First world problem solved. Highly recommend. Finally, I had to get a boba tea. I went with the mango milk tea base and added mango popping boba. It was refreshing and delicious. I like that you can really customize your drink. I had a sip of a Thai tea with brown sugar boba and that will be what I get in the future. So good. I will definitely return and I highly recommend that you try it out.

Wow their base is tea no wonder why the drinks are so delicious! I got a matcha slush and I…read morethought it was going to be some milky sweet slush, but it had a very flavorful jasmine tea flavor! Most boba shops I think do water? I'm not sure but they should learn from these guys! I never had anything like this, very lucky to have found this place. It's kinda higher price (7$) but whatever it's worth it!

I used to enjoy the Fat Bee in Overland Park for years, as my favorite boba location. After going…read moreto this one, I don't quite know if they are related. The menus are different, logos are different, and atmosphere as well. The price was normal for getting a specialty drink, the Creme Brûlée Milk Tea add brown sugar boba. It was good, I wish the foam was more special. It quickly dissolved into the drink. I would've like this location to be in a more convenient place, as there is no designated parking lot with only street parking. I also would've liked for it to be a little cleaner, I noticed the walls had a brown liquid splashed on them and the floor was a little spotted. The boba objectively was good and the extensive menu has plenty options to try for both those who drink and don't drink caffeine.

I've been going to Bo Lings my whole life, plaza location especially. I've always loved it. Best…read moreChinese food in kc area. Service has always been great. I like to modern vibe. When I learned that it was bought out by Vinzant I was nervous for the future of this place. Nothing against Vinzant, just worried for the restaurant I love so much. I went like a month or two after they reopened and didn't love the experience. The food especially just wasn't the same at all. But it's been some time now. I've been back 3 times in the last few months--two work events and again tonight on my own. Whatever wasn't working before, is resolved. Loved my last 3 times there so that's why I'm writing my review. 3 great experiences, 3 great meals. I'm so happy to see Bo Lings plaza continue to be amazing

My son chose this spot for lunch, and overall, I'd say it was okay. It wasn't the best Chinese food…read moreI've had, but definitely not the worst either. The portion sizes were great and very filling, but the flavor just wasn't there for me. My son enjoyed his meal more than I did. The staff was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was great. Overall, not a bad lunch just not really for me.

Really enjoyed their selection of boba. The staff were very friendly and they even carry some nice…read moreoptions for tea enthusiasts who like making tea at home. Pretty tea pots and other cool accessories located at entrance.

Colorful boba shop under the river market canopies. Service is fast and the options are many…read more I opted for a simple original boba milk tea and it was perfect - boba were cooked all the way through but not mushy, just the right amount of sweetness, enough ice to keep things cool but not watery

If you can get past the broken intercom (which makes them a bit slow), the place is actually pretty…read moresolid. My donuts (glaze and a twist) were light, fluffy, just the right texture and not too sweet. LOVING the 90's prices. I'll definitely be back.

We didn't expect much as we'd never heard anything about the donuts here and it seems to be billed…read moremore as a bubble tea place. We skipped to tea and coffee and ordered a box of assorted and a box of glazed donuts. They were all delicious, we were amazed at how good! I am a Krispy Kreme lover and my husband is a Lamar's lover but we were both amazed and loved their donuts. Not only are they delicious, fresh, and fillings are added upon ordering but they are also much less expensive than Lamar's! We've been back twice since and the service is also wonderful! The shop is small but clean and inviting. So, if you are in the Lee's Summit area, try Yummy's, you won't regret it!

Blackhole bakery is worth the hype and worth showing up early for. They know what they're doing and…read morethey do it well. What appears to be a mom and pop bakery is actually a baker who has carefully done his research and brings himself up to date on the latest trends of flavor in the baking world. The vibes are amazing - I especially love the art piece on the wall he commissioned from a local artist. I saw the Instagram page with several posts explaining how he did each part. Everything was absolutely delicious (I am biased with the ham and gruyere cheese since that is a favorite combo of mine), the danish was delicious (I could tell maybe it uses veryberryosa - a recent trend in baking to be used as filling), and the same was probably on the cinnamon roll looking crossaint. Now the grand prize - the mochi donuts were spectacular. The flavors I got were raspberry almond (my #1 favorite I got twice), cereal (this was carefully curated and not too sweet like most cereal based baked goods), Irish coffee (didn't taste like coffee, gave it to a friend) and the mango black tea was also a slam dunk for me. The staff are incredibly friendly here which is a huge plus!

Fast and friendly and delicious ! They're on the more pricey side for a bakery but worth every…read moresingle penny! They have street parking only, lots of options of baked goods and coffee as well. The cheese danish is one of my absolute favorites!