BAMBū BOSTON

Bambu Boston is the Fields Corner, Dorchester location of Bambu, a franchise built around Vietnamese dessert drinks. Its specialty is che, the Vietnamese term for traditional homemade beverages, dessert drinks and puddings, made to order with freshly cut and drained coconut water, house-made coconut milk and a mix of fresh ingredients. The non-alcoholic beverage bar also serves coffee, Asian-inspired bubble teas and smoothies, mochi waffles and other trending treats prepared by staff the brand calls bobaristas.

Coconut is the foundation of many of the che drinks, giving them a creamy texture with natural sweetness, and some drinks feature avocado or basil seeds, which add texture and fiber. Bambu has also introduced Yonami, a line of Vietnamese-inspired yogurt blends that are smooth, creamy and slightly sour and are pitched as good for gut health. Drinks are customized to order so customers can get them the way they like.

What to Know

• Bambu describes itself as the only franchise that offers authentic Vietnamese dessert drinks.
• The brand offers franchise opportunities.
• The shop is listed with Fields Corner Main Street.