Chatime - Boston

The boba here is delicious, but my last visit took quite a while—about 30 minutes to prepare five tea orders.

The tapioca pearls were soft and chewy, and I loved that I could customize the ice and sugar levels in my tea. I chose 80% sugar, which was perfectly sweet for my taste. The only drawback is that it's a bit pricier than other places like Boston Tea Stop and Kung Fu Tea; a regular drink costs $4, and the pearls are an additional 50 cents.

I've been waiting for a bubble tea place to open in Back Bay for a while, and I've finally found the first one (outside of Chinatown). It’s exactly what you’d expect from a bubble tea shop. It’s a perfect spot for a fun lunch drink with friends. If you’re not too familiar with bubble tea like I am (I love it, but don’t know what to order), make sure to take a moment to let the barista explain their many options. I recommend trying the Thai Milk Tea, and you definitely can’t forget to add the pearls (the tapioca balls in the tea)!

Great rest spot after hanging out all day