So here's the low down with this new hot spot. The tthing is ..I've tasted better BUT...Thats if you are from a region like So-Cal or a place that has a lot of japanes food spots like japan town in SF. If thats the case = you may be disappointed with the food you get here...But lets face it, we are in Las Vegas...you scale needs to adjust according to the competition a business has, how long they've been in business..(they usually get better or just go outta business..lol) and customer service!...So all in all.. I LIKE!
This place is cute, definitely different than the spots here in vegas. The service was nice. My server's name is Kim and she did a pretty good job of serving us even as every booth filled after we were seated.
We order Kim Chi fried rice and Shoyu. The Kim Chi fried rice was good, spicy but not to the extreme. Flavor was decent. The shoyu was not bad but it was a tad bland (could use a bit more sea salt). They are currently offering free milk tea/thai tea boba drinks for ordering Entrees. The idea was great but I have to say, I've had better boba drinks. The flavor was good but they put too much ice into the free drink..guess thats why its free to begin with. The boba was firm/chewy on the inside but soggy on the exterior. I know they were fresh but a quick tip for you guys if you are reading ANIME RAMEN: instead of keeping them in water after you are done...Boil for 25-35 mins, then cover the pot and turn off the stove..let sit for 25-30 mins...Then strain and mix with pure honey......That will keep it from sticking to each other rather than leaving them in warm water for extended periods of time (causing the soggyness of the boba :(
Secondly...I know it takes a bit more time, but cook the boba twice a day...if you could afford the time, you have a rush during lunch time, another rush for dinner..make sure they are fresh for dinner time. Less ice in the drinks please (3.50 is a bit hefty to pay for that much milk tea)
Otherwise, I will be coming back. Thanks again Kim for the awesome genuine customer service. Oh and expand the menu please!
Come visit and comment on yelp about their service. As Kim mentioned they read this stuff and the next time you come in, you'll get free mochi ice cream for commenting...constructive critisms are also welcome as confirmed by the waitress so go on : post away!!
TK