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| - From what I have been reading, it seems to me that people only visit Royaltea for their iconic Light Bulb drink containers. While gimmicky, I can see how this can be appealing for some. Personally, I didn't know they offered they offered this when I came in as an after-dinner drink in the same plaza in which this was located.
I had an order of Mango Mousse which came out to about $8 after taxes. While expensive, it is definitely something I would consider ordering again. The salty cheese topping that came with the drink complimented really well with the sweet light creamy flavour of the actual drink. I was especially impressed that the drink did not taste like liquid sugar; there was a distinct flavour of tea which I appreciated given the offerings of other local establishments.
The cup that came with the drink was also a highlight. The cups are very well-designed. They feel durable and have a look of higher-quality plastic, giving you a impression that 'royal' treatment you'd expect from bubble tea standards. The lid of the cup gives you several options: dumping a straw through the hole with the perforations, removing a small cap to reveal a sip hole (WITH another hole to store the cap while the sip is in use).
While the service is nothing to write home about, as it was relatively standard, I thought the electronic pucks that alerts you when your drink is ready is quite a neat idea. The idea that I don't have to stand awkwardly near the cash or have to idle around to listen for my order is rather convenient. You can seat yourself in the ample amount of seating provided speaking while taking in the quaint cottage-look of the establishment.
Overall while the drink was definitely a bit more pricey than your usual fare, I felt like I got actual value for my money. Unless you are in a rush to get somewhere, it is clear that Royaltea has it's money in the right place in terms of creating an atmosphere for folks to wind down, have a drink and enjoy a relaxing conversation.
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