Mango Bingsoo & Injeoulme toast combo!…read more Service is just the right amount of time! This place is always full because this is meant to be shared with one or more friends. We had a hard time finishing this up between two. But it was delicious and... not too sweet ;)

I specifically suggested my party of tourists to go here because they had already tried Meet Fresh…read moreand we needed an alternate dessert. It is located in Diamond Jamboree. Due to there being 3 kids in the party, I didn't get to eat a lot of it, so from what little I was able to eat, it was good and significantly different than Meet Fresh texture and taste wise. However, since more people in my immediate social/tourist circle know the brand of Meet Fresh better, this place doesn't provide the same bragging rights for them. After we were done and stood up, the next customer sat down immediately in the seats we were not finished vacating. We had 3 purses left over and had not finished picking them up before they just jumped in, so you have to be fast to vacate. This experience just made me prefer takeout more, but I think my tourists wanted air conditioning and there was not enough outdoor seating for our party. Maybe next time I can eat a quantity more befitting of a smaller party.

With Irvine hitting some crazy temperatures lately, I was craving something cold and ended up…read morestopping by here. It turned out to be such a great find! The Japanese shaved ice is incredibly soft and melts in your mouth. It's light, refreshing, and not overly sweet, which makes it perfect for a hot day. The shop itself is clean, modern, and has a sleek vibe that's different from most dessert places. The biggest surprise was discovering that they also carry Los Angeles Fruit. I used to drive all the way to the San Gabriel Valley whenever I wanted their fruit, so having it available this close to home is such a bonus. I took home a box of peaches, and the staff carefully checked every single one before packing them. That attention to detail really stood out. The peaches were perfectly ripe, super juicy, and had a wonderful natural fragrance. They honestly reminded me of the peaches I grew up eating. Before leaving, I also grabbed the Greek yogurt bowl and a fresh fruit cup. Both were loaded with fresh, high-quality fruit, and I even got to try pink blueberries for the first time. Everything tasted incredibly fresh and made for a perfect summer snack. Great shaved ice, premium fruit, friendly service, and a relaxing atmosphere. I'll definitely be back--and next time I'm bringing friends!

This spot was on my list for quite some time, and I was able to try it on a random weekday. It…read morewasn't at all crowded, though I imagine it would be on Friday or Saturday. I went with the tiramisu flavor. Midway through my bingsu, I realized they may have used the wrong base in mine. I think they mistakenly used pistachio instead of coffee! The employee apologized, which was totally not a big deal, but I do worry if anyone has specific food allergies, and if the labeling was a problem. Other than that, I appreciated the friendliness of the staff and how clean the place was!

We ordered the teas and they were decent, but I was blown away by the food menu. We will be back…read moreto try the food. The space is nice to hang out. Parking in this center can be a challenge during peak times. Please come and create your own adventure.

They closed!!! A sign on the door said they're closing in April. Came on 4/1 at 2pm and the doors…read morewere locked and chairs were stacked. They were so good and they seemed to be busy. So sad. I hope they open somewhere else.

Aloha Spirit shave ice serves true Hawaiian shave ice and they serve with aloha. They have so many…read moreflavors to choose from and their ice is very fluffy. The mango mochi topping was so good. I was sad when I reached the bottom of my bowl.

What an amazing experience! You brought such a fun and welcoming vibe to our son's birthday. The…read moreparty was on such a hot day, so having your shave ice there was the perfect addition. Everyone was pleasantly surprised by the incredible variety of flavors, and there truly was something for everyone! Nate took the time to ask each person what they enjoyed and made personalized recommendations that everyone loved! You could really tell how much care and thought went into creating such a fun experience for our guests. You made the entire celebration so much more memorable, and we received so many compliments from our family and friends throughout the day. We are beyond grateful for everything you did and truly appreciate the care, kindness, and positive energy you brought to our celebration. Thank you for helping make our son's birthday so special! We can't wait to book you again in the future!

so yummy! great tasting and reminded me of childhood, i appreciated the size and qualityread more

Sweet Snow is my go to dessert spot in OC! Service was fantastic and the owner is super nice…read more It's in the CT Market with a cool food plaza, but you won't be able to miss Sweet Snow. Definitely give it a shot if you're in the area

I haven't had shaved ice in a long time so when I came across this place, I simply had to try it…read more The place has a beach vibe and they have an extensive menu. The staff is friendly and they get your order out quickly. We ordered a pineapple upsidedown cake and raspberry matcha. Pineapple upsidedown cake- This has a yellow cake shaved ice base with pineapple sauce and vanilla soft serve. It's custardy and the pineapple flavor is sweet and strong. Very refreshing! Raspberry matcha- The base is matcha flavored shaved ice that is rich and creamy. It complements the vanilla soft serve pretty well. The raspberries add a hint of freshness. I definitely want to come back and try the rest of their menu!

This place is a great find! It's tucked away in a shopping center behind an In n Out…read more Cute little shop with friendly employees giving aloha vibes. They have a good sized ice cream selection and a nice selection of shave ice flavors. We both got the Rainbow with Snow Cap. Really nice soft, fluffy ice that was handled gently. They know what they're doing here! And just the right amount of syrup! Not stingy or drowning. Just really good and refreshing. A winner for sure.

Shaved ice at its finest. really cute dessert place with a decent amount of seating. It is clean…read moreand trendy looking. Cool spot to hang out with your friends. I don't like other shaved ice places that use just plain ice and then add syrup on top. The ice they use is milky and flavored so the shaved version comes out tasting like ice cream except in shaved form - does that make sense? They have a plethora of different flavors and toppings. We tried a bunch and they were all good. I like the plain vanilla base best. I had a bite of the mango one and the mango's were nice and ripe. The kiddos in our party loved the tongyuan, the tiny chewy balls. I think we ordered too much...

Easy parking. There are a few group tables and bar seats, but the shop itself is fairly small, so…read moreit gets stuffy and uncomfortable during busy hours.Ordering at the register was simple. The matcha bingsoo was good, with a generous amount of matcha syrup, mochi, and red beans. I appreciated the stronger tea flavor, which balanced the sweetness well. The jasmine green grape bingsoo was refreshing with a nice tanginess. My only small complaint is that the outside of the paper cups gets extremely sticky and messy. I wish they prepared them a bit more neatly so the eating experience felt cleaner, especially for those who are particular about cleanliness. I don't eat bingsoo very often, but Heybings seems to use quality ingredients without tasting artificial. Not the most comfortable place to eat when it's crowded, but I'd come back for the bingsoo.

Visited Meet Fresh, after eating at Mama Lu's, it's literally 10-steps from the podium (hostess…read morestation of the restaurant). This week were herbal tea samples! :))) Meet Fresh is a Twainese dessert chain focus on shaved ice with red bean soup desserts and boba. I stopped to try their matcha dessert along with a Hong Kong egg waffle, and both really hit the spot. The matcha latte was not overly sweet, with that slightly bitter, earthy taste you want from good matcha. That said, the Thai Ice tea is good but desserts feel a bit watered down compared to what I remembered. The base prices seem reasonable at first, but once you start adding toppings or upgrades, the total climbs quickly and can be a little shocking at checkout. The HK matcha egg waffle was fresh, warm, and had that perfect contrast: crispy on the outside and soft and airy on the inside. It's a simple item, but when done right like this, it's super satisfying. Honestly, it pairs really well with the matcha desserts. There a several tables to enjoy your teas.

I heard so many good things about this place and especially how yummy their desserts were, so I…read morefinally decided to give it a try! Came here the other day to catch up with a friend and we both really enjoyed it. This spot is located inside an Asian market next to a dumpling place, and they had so many different desserts to choose from that I honestly couldn't decide I ended up playing it safe and got the bubble waffle with red bean filling. The waffle itself was really good.. crispy on the outside and soft inside. I just wish the red bean filling was a little more smooth and pasty instead of having whole beans, but it still tasted really good either way. My friend also got one of their pudding-style desserts and we both loved it because it wasn't overly sweet at all. Perfect balance of sweetness and super refreshing after eating. Definitely planning to come back to try more of their desserts because everything looked so good. Thank you for the yummy sweets ... you've officially gained a forever customer