I am a bit of a bubble tea fanatic, and Fat Straw has the best bubble tea in Portland. Their secret … Coconut milk! They have a huge selection of flavors, hot or cold bubble tea, and even smoothies with tapioca! My favorites are probably coconut, almond, and pineapple. If you are feeling a little adventurous, try the taro: it’s blue and has a really interesting flavor.
It isn’t just about the bubble tea, either. They have a really solid wireless connection, comfy couches, power strips, a quiet back room, and plenty of tables where you can hang out and enjoy your tea. They also have espresso, great pots of tea, and plenty of vegan (and non-vegan) bagel sandwiches if you get hungry. It’s well worth the trip to Hawthorne and 43rd to check it out.
Fat Straw
4258 SE Hawthorne Blvd
(503) 233-3369
I went to Fat Straw today for the first time, on Dawn’s recommendation. Very cool! My shaved ice/ coconut milk Taro bubble tea was just like being at my local fave Vietnamese restaurants (I think originally it came from Taiwan though.) I also loved the atmosphere, it was very kid friendly in the back and wifi/magazine friendly in the front. I know where I’m going next time I become Auntie for a day with my friends wee ones!