Support WBURSan Francisco Is Poised To Ban Plastic Straws. That's Got Bubble Tea Shops WorriedPlay03:26Download AudioJuly 30, 2018Michelle WileyfacebookEmailBubble tea, or boba, features large tapioca balls at the bottom meant to be sucked up through a plastic straw. Vendors say paper straws don't always work as well, and they're more expensive. (KQED)