U&Tea

Come here for truly authentic Chinese food and hearty portions.

THE VIBE

Dark wood tables, dim lighting, and Asian room dividers with gold accents create a vibe that’s equal parts minimalist and elegant. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself sitting next to a table of people who lived or traveled in China and have come here to find equally authentic food.

THE DISH

This classic Cantonese (aka southeastern Chinese) style Eggplant with Tofu Casserole is served in the traditional clay pot and loaded with delicious layers of velvety eggplant, fried tofu, and thinly sliced carrots. It proves, once and for all, that vegetarian fare can be exceptionally flavorful, even to the most enthusiastic meat lovers.

MUST TRY

You can’t go wrong with the Crispy Garlic Ribs appetizer. Spare ribs are marinated, fried to crispy perfection, and then drizzled with a tangy-sweet sauce of ginger, garlic, scallions, vinegar, wine, and sugar. Or, if you want something a bit sweet and totally unique, try one of U&Tea’s 20 flavors of bubble tea—a cold drink made with tea, sweetened milk, fruit or other flavorings, and sweet and chewy pearls of tapioca.

INSIDER TIP

U&Tea is BYOB. So if you want a nice glass of Shiraz to complement your stir-fry, be sure to stop by the Wine & Spirits store at the corner of 4th St. and Adams St. beforehand.