redstraw

Grab-and-go bubble tea shop inside Pioneer Square mall on the lower level. No seating in the shop. I have found mall bubble tea shops are often not the best, but this one was a big hit. I appreciate the focus on offering different varieties of real tea. The barista was helpful and so sweet.I got the Thai sea salt tea with boba. The sea salt foam was went well with the tea and the tea was excellent - tasted like real quality tea. Great take on Thai milk tea. The boba pearls were chewy and slightly sweet. I didn't notice any ice level adjustment on their menu so I didn't ask about ice level even though I get less ice when it's available, but I liked that they used a functional amount of ice to keep the drink cold and didn't feel half the cup with ice.Pricing is in line with other high end bubble tea shops.I'm glad I found this place and gave them a chance.

Pros:Pioneer Place mall 1st floor locationAuthentic preparation with brewed teas - no powders hereEnjoyed watching the preparationBoba was freshCons:Limited menu itemsOnly 2 employees and it took a while to get my drink because a large group was ahead of meI wasn't greeted or my order taken until the other customers got their drinksPro tip:Best to head there where there isn't a huge line. The wait can be long, but it is worth it.

Located in Pioneer Square mall, redstraw has replaced Kung Fu Tea and is right across from Din Tai Fung. The interior is bright and clean. They're more designed for pick-up-and-go because there aren't any seats for you to chill at for a while. Service is quick and friendly.I got the matcha sea salt smoothie to share with a friend and it was delicious. It wasn't overwhelming sweet and I thought that the sea salt cream was one of the best I've had. Loved loved LOVED this drink and I would definitely want to come back and try some of their other menu items.

Delicious new boba and tea shop in Portland. The staff member at the front counterwas courteous and the boba tea I had was fantastic. The bobas were massive and she really had a process for crafting the drink with filters and other concoctions that I didn't know ever were or could be part of the process. She could've been a chemist in a lab and I couldn't tell the difference. There was no real seating however the ambiance was more tailored for on the go people who will grab a drink and then peruse the next store.

I was craving boba and saw this place in the mall and it was calling my name. The menu has a good variety and I like that they even have caffeine free options as well. I ordered a peach Bellini tea and it was really delicious and refreshing. The wait time was just long even though there were only a few people in front of me, I think they need more staff as there was only one woman taking orders and making each individual drink.

overall: 5/5drinks: 5/5service: 5/5ambiance: 5/5redstraw in pioneer square is so cute and the drinks are yummy! the freshly brew the coffee and tea leaves in flasks on the counter up front, and you can truly taste the quality in their drinks. i ordered the sea salt coffee 75% sweet and it was perfect- i would compare the taste to the sea salt coffee from 85 degrees! so delicious. service wise, the baristas greeted us with a smile and the music truly completed the vibe. such a cute spot! wishing the success for redstraw :). i look forward to coming back to try their other drinks!

Used to be Kung Fu Tea, and so I was kind of happy to see a new place I can try. The menu is different and unique from the usual bubble tea places. They had "Custom Teas" with tea flavors that you may not see at most bubble tea places. They were a little busy on a Saturday afternoon. I got the Strawberry Jasmine Tea with honey boba, and less sweet. It was good, and boba was good. Staff was helpful and friendly. Next time, I'd wanna try one of their custom teas.

cute place inside pioneer square mall across from DTFtrendy and cleanfresh tea brew to orderadorable interior competitive pricing and great customer service!I got Japanese cherry sakura green tea with oat milk and 30% sweetness and it was the perfect floral drink that's so refreshing on a hot day in late June! (pregnancy craving )

I'm always weary to try boba places at the mall, but this was an exception.I got the passionfruit jasmine tea and it was perfectly balanced with a prominent tea flavor and fresh passionfruit seeds/puree, and refreshing hint of lime. You could actually taste the tea, and it wasn't too sweet. Highly recommend.The workers were kind and attentive. I'll definitely be back to try their milk teas and other drinks as they have a lot on the menu.It's a bummer it's in the mall though, since foot traffic has been so low and its hard to get in and out of the mall. If it was it's own store east of Portland, I'm sure it would be poppin right now.

everyone was super nice, from taking my order to giving me my drink, they made sure i was updated as i was waiting for my drink, which was a bit. i ordered an iced osmanthus oolong tea 75% w/ lychee jelly. the sweetness was spot on and the tea itself was was strong in a good way. inside the shop was aesthetically pleasing. looking forward to coming here again!