Phoenix | A Must-Try Taiwanese Spot

Heard rave reviews about this place, so I checked the distance—and it’s only a 10-minute drive from my house! I immediately texted to round up friends and head over, and it 100% lived up to the buzz 😋. 📍 Shop Info Name: OWL OWL Boba x Chick Address: 5026 W Cactus Rd 10, Glendale, AZ 85304, United States When we walked in, we noticed the shop is on the smaller side—but it’s so cozy with warm lighting and cute Taiwanese-style decor! Unfortunately, every table was packed (total proof of how good it is—popular spots never lie! 🤩), so we decided to get takeout instead. The staff was super friendly even with the crowd, and our order was ready in 10 minutes tops—no tedious waiting around. What We Tried (Every Bite Was a Hit!): Taiwanese Boba Milk Tea 🧋: Chef’s kiss! It’s the classic Taiwanese boba we all crave—creamy, not overly sweet, and the boba was perfectly chewy (not too hard, not mushy). Sipping it while waiting for our food already put us in a good mood—total comfort in a cup. Salt & Pepper Chicken Popcorn 🍗: This was the star! The outer coating was crispy and seasoned just right (salty with a hint of spice), and the chicken inside was juicy—no dry, tough bites here. We originally planned to save some for later, but we ended up finishing the whole box in the car… oops 😂. They also had other Taiwanese staples like braised pork rice (lu rou fan) and fried tofu on the menu—we already made a pact to come back next week to try those! For anyone in Phoenix craving authentic Taiwanese flavors that hit the “Chinese stomach” spot, this place is a no-brainer. It’s affordable, tasty, and feels like a little slice of Taiwan right in Glendale. I can already tell it’s going to be our go-to spot! #AmericanLife #Arizona #SatisfyChinesePalate #food #RestaurantRecommendation #NoBadMeals #FindHiddenGems #CantGetEnoughGoodFood #HiddenCornerEats