Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe is a restaurant in Sacramento that really does offer something different than other businesses popping up all over town. While they serve tea, it's not of the milk or boba variety. And though they have fresh bowls of delicious food, it isn't poke. Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe is definitely set apart from many of the current new restaurant openings in town, and it's a refreshing addition to the Sacramento food community.
Food -
Let's start with the teas. Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe has an enormous tea menu to select from. The menu is similar to that of an Asian boba cafe, but the drinks are quite different. Here, there are many varieties of tea in various forms. On my visit, I went with a sparkling tea. The drink was extremely refreshing and had actual fruit in it. I thought that it made for a wonderful soda alternative.
Interestingly, they have teas on tap as well. I've seen iced tea come out of the soda fountain before, but these on tap teas were dispensed like beer would be at a bar. I wasn't able to give this a try, but I'm very curious to see how these teas taste on a future visit. You can also get iced teas, and various chilled and frozen variations.
The teas a predominantly fruit flavored with great combinations of fruit. My drink was on the sweet side, but not overly sweet. It's not like a southern sweet tea, but the bitterness of tea was certainly subdued.
On the food side of things, the main items for hungry folks coming in are the bowls or wraps. They are pretty similar in nature, just their form is different when you receive it. You get your choice of protein and then select the kind of grain you want. I was able to try both the chicken and the pork. I have to say that the pork was quite a bit better tasting than the chicken. I'd go with pork all day long.
Unfortunately, as good as some of the meat is, there isn't a whole lot of it in the entree. It will still fill you up, but mostly with rice or another grain that you select. This is the one aspect of Tea Bar and Fusion Cafe that left me wanting.
Smaller bites are also available such as avocado toast and edamame. For kids, you can get smaller portions at a lesser price so that they can enjoy their experience as well.
Service/Atmosphere -
Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe really shines in both the service and atmosphere areas. When we first came into the restaurant we were confronted with the large menu. Thankfully, the cashier up front gave us some great recommendations. She was extremely friendly and even gave us some samples to try to help us make our decision. Also, while we were eating, the servers walking by were making sure everything was good. The entire staff was warm and inviting.
The restaurant is a joy to enjoy food at. The main indoor dining area has a modern look that blends nice wood and green colors. It's like a Jamba Juice, but more refined in look. You can also sit outside if you like. There is plenty of seating and the restaurant is very clean. There's not much more you can ask for!
Price -
Prices at Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe are moderate. The bowls will run you about ten dollars and they are pretty filling - but like I said, there could be more protein placed in it. Teas are around four to five dollars each, but the glasses the teas come in are a good size. This is not a restaurant that will break the bank. I'd say prices here are fair, and this is a place you can come to regularly.
Special Tips and Recommendations -
I noticed that the line got a little long at times. Since Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe is a pretty popular place, you may want to order online before coming to the restaurant. You can skip the line at the register if you do this. Also, by doing this you can take your time with the menu since there is no pressure of having other guests behind you waiting.
Bottom Line -
If you are looking for fresh tasting food that really isn't offered anywhere else, Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe will be right up your alley. The prices are moderate and there food is great tasting. I'd be happy to come here often and enjoy the huge variety of teas that they offer. Many are perfect for hot summer Sacramento days!
Letter Grade
A
The restaurant is inviting and has a clean, modern style.
Here's my sparkling tea with a slice of orange in it.
Teas are actually on tap here.
The line to the register can get a little long during dinner hour.
Get a bowl if you're feeling hungry.
Kids can get special plates at a nice price.
The pork was my favorite protein at Tea Bar & Fusion Cafe.
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