Happy Lemon - Richmond

Despite the long lines, my order was served to me quickly. I would recommend trying the waffles and the mango matcha if you visit this restaurant.

We stumbled upon this restaurant while we were in the area and I'm so glad we did. They have a wide menu selection, including a Bubble Waffle combo which was delightful. I ordered the classic pearl milk tea, and my friend opted for the warm version with the bubble waffle. Both drinks were delicious, and the bubble waffle was perfectly cooked. I highly recommend this charming spot if you find yourself in the area.

I'm not sure why there are so many negative reviews about HL. The restaurant feels like a crowded food truck with only one employee. The place desperately needs a deep cleaning and sanitizing. The few bar stools they have are not comfortable to sit on. The Purple Rice was chewy and too sweet. The Egg Waffle was consistent, but tasted like processed fast food rather than homemade. The lemon flavor was just okay in my opinion.

On a late night getting into Richmond, we had a craving for bubble tea. Rolled into a place that was pretty much the only place that was opened. Ordered the regular bubble tea and noticed they offered bubble waffle which is becoming popular these days. The waffle was very good, came out crispy and crewy inside, light that you can eat on forever.Their bubble tea the OG milk tea is quite good. Hint of tea and a good balance of cream. The bubbles (boba) had a good bounce and crew to it.

A cute little place with friendly employees. I ordered the mango smoothie (D5) and loved it, but I also had a few sips of three other drinks from my friend's and they were ALL delicious! I can't wait to go back. The taro and purple sweet potato (B2) was my favorite that I tasted.