Sono Kitchen & Boba — Restaurant in Flagstaff

Sono Kitchen & Boba is a delightful spot for a casual meal or a boba fix in Flagstaff. I recently had the pleasure of dining there and came away with an overall positive experience, though there were a few minor drawbacks that prevented it from being a perfect 5 stars.

What I Loved:

Flavorful Food: The menu offers a variety of Asian-inspired dishes, from savory rice bowls and noodle soups to lighter bento boxes style snacks. I opted for the Japanese shrimp and was impressed by the fresh ingredients and well-balanced flavors.

Boba Bliss: The boba selection is vast and tempting, with classic milk teas, fruit-infused options, and unique creations. I tried the Matcha Green Tea and found it to be perfectly sweet and refreshing, with chewy tapioca pearls that added a fun texture. Friendly Service: The staff was friendly and attentive, making my visit enjoyable. They were happy to answer questions about the menu and offered recommendations based on my preferences. Room for Improvement:

Limited Seating: The restaurant can get crowded, especially during peak hours. The seating arrangement feels a bit cramped, and wait times can be long. Minor Price Point: While the food was tasty, I found the prices to be slightly higher than other similar establishments in the area. Parking Challenges: Parking can be a bit tricky, especially during busy times. I recommend planning ahead and allowing extra time to find a spot.

Overall: Sono Kitchen & Boba is a solid option for a casual and satisfying meal. The delicious food, refreshing boba, and friendly service make it a worthwhile visit. However, the limited seating, slightly higher price point, and parking challenges prevent it from being a top contender. If you're looking for a fun and flavorful Asian fusion experience with excellent boba, Sono Kitchen & Boba is definitely worth...

Eliminate the cashier and have a kiosk to save wages and lower prices.

Back to the tea... They're all delicious, I'd probably also add an extra large option for people like me who love boba ... Something XL with 3-4x boba would make me so happy, even if it was $9. The quality of the tapioca pearls is wonderful - Mochi Fresh in Tempe still has the best boba in the world (and I've been to 50 countries and have boba once or twice a day when traveling).

I'd like to see the street foods have options where you could choose 2, 3, 4 or 5 different dishes at different prices levels.

I'd consider moving from round food cups to rectangular shallow ones like a stacking bento style as the chicken can lose its crunch, the tofu gets soggy, and the gyoza gets clumpy... Plus the presentation would be better.

They could even have a longer counter a la Panda and people could just say "yes, popcorn chicken, 2 gyoza, noodles, tofu, Brussels and cauliflower" which would have average spend be higher.

Adding some chewy noodles (Q Q) with savory soy sauce would be delish.

Sono is still an A+ in my book. I'd suggest they add descriptions to their menu board.... It'd really help sell items. Oh and their decor and branding are hip and stylish... It's really nice to see a business that cares. Their soft touch cups are...

Sono Kitchen and Boba allowed me to have a warm meal and boba tea experience in an almost freezing temperature! I had a Sono House Noodles and Popcorn chicken, the teriyaki chicken had a sweet, savory, and smoky grilled taste, but the rice felt undercooked (Store just opened so thanks for warming me in snowy conditions...) while the popcorn chicken is a must try, just the right amount of spiciness, amazing savory seasoning, and perfect juiciness for fried bite sized chicken pieces. I had a shizuoka matcha green tea and withheld a good matcha taste and almost optimal sweetness (I had 25%), the boba has a slight honey taste but was on the harder side. Overall, I may have had an off experience at Sono Kitchen, but nonetheless I think that was because of the irregular weather conditions. In some time I may be back and hope I can give a solid 5...