Small, modernist restaurant offers cozy counter seating with large booths and outdoor seating options. Atmosphere stays relaxed and inviting, with a quiet, nostalgic playlist enhancing the experience. Clean, minimalist design creates a welcoming space for solo meals or casual hangouts.
Pork bao buns come with a good portion and are seasoned well. They include cucumber for added flavor and serve as a popular appetizer option.
Tea starts with great unsweetened green tea that gets sweetened fresh, not premixed. Fruit teas like passion fruit and green passion stand out, and the matcha boba milk tea is well-made and delicious.
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The ramen costs around $12, making it a great value.
The meal typically costs about $15 per person.
They offer a variety of food and Boba drinks on their menu.
Traditional oriental decor creates a clean, elegant atmosphere with bright, charming details. The space feels open and cozy, offering a relaxing vibe that contrasts with its surroundings. The environment stays cool and inviting, making it suitable for a calm dining experience.
Duck bao buns stand out with rich, pan-fried flavors and tender meat. The soup dumplings offer a delicate, savory bite, while the chocolate long bao provides a unique, sweet finish.
Jasmine green tea stands out with a huge portion and delicious flavor. Brown Sugar Milk Tea also offers a rich taste worth trying.
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Reservations are not required, and walk-ins are welcome.
Expect minimal wait times during lunch hours on weekdays.
The restaurant offers large portion sizes, often enough for two people.
Small, family-owned Vietnamese restaurant with adorable decor and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Quiet and chill environment suits hanging out with friends or family. Known for authentic banh mi and best pho in the area.
Cloud-like bread cushions well-seasoned meat and tangy pickled vegetables in the bao buns. They deliver a consistently delicious experience.
Thai tea stands out with its authentic flavor and balanced sweetness. Cups come with minimal ice, leaving more tea to enjoy.
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Call 30 minutes in advance to order ahead.
Payment is required when ordering ahead.
Lunch costs around $26, served on paper plates.
Modern Asian food hall offers unique food options and a clean, welcoming atmosphere with a food court vibe. Seating includes bistro-style high and tiny metal chairs, and entertainment features a claw machine and photo booth. Music plays in the background, enhancing the cool, lively energy.
Bao buns come with juicy pork filling and fresh buns. Honey pork bao and BBQ pork bao offer rich protein and good flavor. Some bao buns could use more sauce to boost taste.
Thai tea stands out here with a rich flavor and smooth texture. Both classic and green varieties deliver a consistently excellent taste.
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Parking is very limited at Mills Market, making it hard to find a spot.
Seating is limited, so be prepared to wait for a table.
Expect short wait times for food orders, even during busy hours.
Small, modern space features an open kitchen with a glass window showing chefs hand-making dumplings. Atmosphere feels cozy and trendy, with a casual fancy vibe and a buzzing energy from happy families. Busy at dinner, it offers a unique dining experience centered on freshly prepared dumplings.
Big and good for sharing, the bao dumplings come in steamed and pan-fried styles. The pork belly bao stands out with its rich, savory flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Menu features great boba and tea options. Mango green tea stands out as a popular choice.
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Expect a 1.5-hour wait on Saturday nights around 8:30 PM.
Reservations are recommended, especially during peak dinner hours.
The restaurant stops seating customers around 9:00 PM.
Bubble tea store with cute decor and Latin music creates a warm, inviting vibe. Limited seating encourages takeout while a gift shop with anime and Pokémon merchandise adds unique charm. Offers huge drink sizes and a wide variety of flavors and toppings.
Crunchy, flavorful popcorn chicken bao buns stand out on the menu. The tofu bao bun offers a notable vegan option with a spicy kick. Both options deliver solid, tasty bao experiences.
Cinnamon bun milk tea stands out as a unique flavor not found elsewhere. The menu offers many flavors of milk tea including a large Thai milk tea with lots of boba that is sweet and delicious.
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A HUGE milk tea costs $8, similar to regular sizes at other places.
The seating is limited, so ordering to go is a good option.
A good chunk of the menu was sold out during my visit.
Private booths with curtains create a secluded dining experience enhanced by call buttons for quick service and device charging. The interior features beautiful decor that transports diners to Japan, offering an authentic atmosphere perfect for intimate meals or date nights.
Bao buns come with every ramen combo and taste consistently fantastic. Options include adding a bao and drink to complete the meal.
Fruit juice infused teas stand out here, including a passion fruit tea rated 10 out of 10. Large Thai milk teas come with a milk froth topping and cost under $7. The lemonade with strawberry popping bubbles is also a notable choice.
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Parking is available, including overflow in a nearby hotel lot.
A 10% student discount is offered.
Reservations are made on a tablet upon arrival.
Cafe space offers chill yet modern atmosphere with loud noise levels from people and equipment. Seating is plentiful and comfortable, suited for quick stops rather than long study sessions. Menu features varied boba drinks and Asian street food, including standout bao buns and popcorn chicken.
Soft, pillowy dough wraps around flavorful fillings like spicy pork and savory beef. The Volcano Bao Bun stands out with its full flavor and perfectly delicate texture throughout the meal.
Offers a large variety of milk tea with options like popping boba and coconut jellies. Drinks include Thai Tea, hazelnut milk tea, pistachio milk tea with cheese foam, and refreshing yogurt and green tea slushies.
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Boba milk tea prices start at $5.65 for a large size.
The menu includes a variety of boba drinks, Asian street food, and desserts.
The staff can modify dishes to be gluten-free upon request.
Small spot with cozy, clean decor and a calm, inviting atmosphere creates a relaxing environment. Offers high-quality ingredients and perfectly cooked boba pearls with adjustable sweetness. Family-friendly vibe with comfortable seating and a quiet, intimate feel.
Pulled pork bao stands out with its larger size and satisfying flavor, priced around $6.25. Chicken bao and popcorn chicken also offer tasty options alongside the bao buns.
Milk tea stands out with Brown Sugar and Taro Milk Tea options. Bubble tea features cheese foam and various boba types like mango and jelly. Fruit teas include strawberry green and peach lemon blends.
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SpringTea allows adjustments to sugar levels from 0% to 100%.
Black boba may take over 15 minutes to prepare.
SpringTea opens at 11am, but some items may not be ready until 11:30am.
Private booths and cozy, elegant decor create a warm, inviting atmosphere. Creative sushi rolls and specialty cocktails shape a refined dining experience. Music and a photo booth add a lively, fun touch to the peaceful vibe.
Bao buns feature crispy, meaty pork with a sauce and togarashi that add a perfect kick. Korean bao options bring rich, savory goodness to the table.
Green tea stands out with its incredible flavor and is often the highlight of the order. Oolong tea offers delicate and aromatic qualities that complement the experience well.
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Happy hour offers 2-for-1 Margaritas from 4-6pm on weekdays.
Expect the restaurant to be packed on Valentine's Day.
Reservations are recommended during busy holidays to avoid long waits.
Mom-and-pop Vietnamese sandwich shop with a small, simple interior and no music. Fast-paced, mostly take-out environment with limited seating including one table and a small bar with stools. Known for fresh baked bread, authentic bánh mì, and reasonable prices.
Bánh bao stands out as a solid choice here, with both the bao and banh bao tasting very good. The bao buns consistently come through as tasty options alongside the banh mi.
Offers artichoke iced tea that is refreshing and not too sweet. The kumquat black tea balances sweet and tangy flavors with a fresh citrus aroma.
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All items are made fresh daily, and once they are sold out, they are gone for the day.
The price of the sandwiches is around $8-$9.
Expect some language issues at Bánh Mi Cali.
Chinese restaurant offers spacious, modern interior with traditional Chinese motifs and bright, clean environment. Atmosphere feels warm and lively, suitable for families and groups with private rooms available. Seating accommodates both large parties and smaller groups, creating a comfortable setting for sharing authentic Cantonese dim sum.
Bao buns come with a cupcake liner that could be swapped for parchment paper. Options include char siu bao alongside other dumplings and dishes.
Loose leaf tea comes in multiple choices, with the pot kept full throughout the meal. Fruit teas and a flavorful, unique house tea add to the great selection offered.
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Reservations are recommended for large groups to ensure seating.
Expect a wait time of 30-60 minutes during peak dining hours.
The restaurant offers a variety of dim sum options suitable for sharing.