I actually drank a pearl milk tea cocktail at the noodle shop
đ Mecha Noodle Bar: Brooklineâs New Asian Fusion SpotâBold Flavors, Fun Twists A favorite from New Haven just landed in Boston, and itâs bringing a playful mix of Asian flavors: think Japanese, Vietnamese, Thai, Chinese, and Korean, all under one roof. Itâs eclectic, creative, and worth a visitâeven if some experiments hit harder than others. đš Drinks: Hits and Misses Bubble Tea Cocktails: Curiosity got the best of us, but these missed the mark. The alcohol overpowered the teaâs sweetnessâfun idea, but weâd skip âem next time. Thai Iced Tea: Stick to the classics. Their version is smooth, creamy, and perfectly balancedârefreshing with spicy dishes. đ˘ Apps: A Mixed Bag Korean KFC Steamed Buns đ ⢠A pleasant surprise! Thin, crispy fried chicken tucked into soft steamed buns, topped with a tangy slaw and zesty sauce. Light, fresh, and packed with contrastâweâd order these again. Lemongrass Pork Ribs đż ⢠Less successful. The lemongrass flavor was overpowering, clashing with the sweet glaze. Pro tip: Ask about location-specific dishesâapparently, the soy garlic ribs (a New Haven staple) arenât here, but maybe theyâll add them! đ˛ Mains: Pho with a Twist Pho with Steak 𼊠⢠Vietnamese noodle soup gets an upgrade: tender, thick-cut steak (cooked just right) added to the classic broth. The beefâs richness deepens the soup, and it pairs surprisingly well with the fresh herbs and lime. Itâs on par with Bostonâs best pho spotsâwith a fun twist. đ Bonus: Ramen to Try Next Time Word on the street is their ramen is a standout. Weâll be back to test itâif itâs half as good as the pho, itâll be a winner. đ¸ Vibe & Location 285 Harvard St, Brooklineâa sleek, modern space with a stylish bar, perfect for a casual dinner or post-work drinks. The menuâs adventurous, so itâs great for groups who love trying new things. Mecha Noodle Bar isnât perfect, but its creativity and solid hits (looking at you, KFC buns and steak pho) make it a welcome addition to Bostonâs dining scene. Go for the fusion fun, and stick to what worksâyou wonât be disappointed. #BostonFusion #AsianEats #BrooklineFood #NoodleLovers