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The pearls were soft and chewy and they let you customize the amount of ice and sugar that's in your tea (I went with 80% sugar and found it just sweet enough) The only downside is that it's more expensive compared to other stores like Boston tea stop and Kungfu tea. A regular is $4 and pearls are an extra $.50

Been hoping for a bubble tea spot to open up in back bay for a while, this is first one I've found (outside if China Town). Exactly what you'd expect from a bubble tea house. Great for a party lunch beverage treat. If you aren't familiar with everything bubble tea like myself (love it, just no idea what to order), definitely take the time to have the barista talk through their options (there are a LOT). Would recommend the Thai Milk Tea and you always need the pearls (tapioca balls inside the tea).