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| - Still love coming here to hang out with friends and grab some small bites. I think part of my liking this place is because I don't live around here, so whenever I do come, it's always a refreshing change from back home. I agree with a lot of other Yelpers in that this place is somewhat overpriced, but if you order the better food and drink options, then it doesn't sting as much. :)
After trying quite a few drinks and small plates, I think I've narrowed down the ones that are worth getting.
1. Popcorn chicken a la carte ($4.99). There is a combo that gives you rice as well.
2. Mango green tea ($5.99 small, $6.99 large)
3. Shrimp and Egg fried rice ($9.99 CAD)
As previously mentioned, their popcorn chicken is fried well, and not greasy. Lean meats underneath a thin bread coating, and for an a la carte dish, portion is not skimped. Served with toothpicks, and plenty to munch on between 3-4 people, provided that you order another carbohydrate.
The mango green tea was well flavored, although sweet. I'd get this again next time, but request less sugar. Husband and I ordered 1 large, and that was plenty for the two of us. I couldn't imagine each ordering 1 large, because we'd probably be bouncing off the walls. Our friend ordered a Very mango slush (large size), and he couldn't finish it. Go with the small if you're looking to finish a drink on your own.
Shrimp and Egg fried rice has a nice and light flavor. I don't like my fried rice to be greasy or mushy, and Go For Tea does a good job in preparation. Flavors were basic in a salt and pepper with a little bit of soy flavor, but the shrimp were small, sweet and fresh. Two eggs were mixed in, and considering the portion of the rice was about 3 cups, this was a great balance in proportion.
The selling point of this place is the fact that it's open late (around 4am), and there is free wi-fi. Depending on the volume of people, the wi-fi speed can vary, but it's still reliable and works. On late weekend evenings, this place is loud, but the tables and booths are spaced pretty well so you're not shouting to your friends in order for them to hear you. :)
All in all, still like this place, and will come back here whenever I'm in the area and want a late night place to hang out and chat.
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