Break the Ice

4.6 (261 reviews)

ModerateIce Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Bubble Tea, Juice Bars & Smoothies

Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Break the Ice - Matcha, blue cookies & cream. Taiyaki (mine is taro)! Only come here for taiyaki! Soft serve is ok - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Riverside, California

Break the Ice - Waffle Nutella Ube & Matcha Taiyaki - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Riverside, California

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Break the Ice - Ube ice cream in taiyaki. You can't see, but there's matcha custard in there. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Riverside, California

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Taiyaki with Nutella and custard, Lychee Mango Jasmine Tea

Meagan H.

Such a cute place! Came here after lunch nearby for a little sweet treat. The interior is really modern and cute with a small seating area inside and also seating options outside. My friend and I ordered the 2pack taiyaki with Nutella and custard and lychee mango jasmine teas. The taiyaki was freshly made and perfect amount of filling. Teas were a bit on the sweet side but refreshing on a hot day. Definitely recommend, I want to come back and try the ice cream!

Miguel G.

Shop has a nice and clean aesthetic and the staff greets you and the girl who helped me was open to any questions we had about the menu. I ended up ordering the taiyaki fish come with ice cream and it also comes with a filling of your choice included. I got the black sesame flavor ice cream with the custard filling. It was nice and refreshing for the hot day and the fish shaped cone is a very unique idea however the ice cream flavor wasn't really coming through for me and the ice cream itself felt very water based. I did enjoy the dessert though and I will probably stop again and try another flavor.

Lucy B.

Went last night with my family and it has to be the most delicious ice cream dessert we have had! We tried Cookie Monster vanilla and matcha. The waffle was warm soft. Unfortunately I left my purse behind and didn't notice until 30 min later. The employee was very polite and had it on the counter. We will definitely be coming back.

Grace J.

Huge serving of soft serve and takoyaki! Unique flavors like matcha and strawberry horchata soft serve and fillings (we got the matcha custard). The matcha itself is not very sweet (which I like). We also tried the lychee strawberry green tea boba which was alright. Overall it's a conveniently casual shop with limited seating but plenty of outdoor seating and areas to walk around.

Julie H.

This place is so cute! From the decor to the food. The man making the fish was so adorable. He was energetic and peppy when serving us. We ordered the Hokkaido boba. Okay. 3/5 Taiyaki with filling (Nutella, taro, custard, red bean, Oreo) 3/5. Taiyaki with ice cream ( strawberry ice cream and red bean filling) I very much enjoyed it 5/5 Plenty of space to eat outside. They do have a couple of seats to sit inside. Overall would come again.

Lizarely Q.

Loved ittt! Called in and they have staff taking orders but they also have a screen to order from. Decided to go with the taiyaki with Nutella & the taro & Cookie Monster ice cream. It was sooo good!!! Clean & fast service.

Branigan M.

Absolutely delicious! I had the coffee soft serve with custard taiyaki, and Olivia had the taro soft serve with Nutella taiyaki. Both were amazing. The shopping center is cute and full of interesting places to explore, with lots of sweet and savory options nearby. Such a fun day in Riverside--we'll definitely be back!

Nastashya S.

Came on a Saturday evening. Wasn't busy at all. They offer the kiosk or the register to order. The kiosk different offer everything on the menu. So ordered at the register. The staff was rude didn't really care. First time here and I wanted to know what the best selling ice cream was but they answered with one word. But overall the place is clean. So many items to choose from. The serving size is was too much for a child, so just be mindful. We weren't able to finish one serving size. Also the chocolate ice cream was already melting by the time we got it. Which was weird. But the strawberry and horchata swirl was really good. Chocolate was decent just didn't like how it was melting. Would definitely come back.

Taiyaki ice cream (horchata/ strawberry milk)

Ashley F.

Break the Ice is a local dessert place in Riverside county with a Korean flair. We stopped by for dessert after a big lunch to satisfy our craving for boba. Their signature item is the taiyaki ice cream reminiscent of Somi Somi. We ordered the horchata/strawberry milk and taro/matcha taiyaki ice cream. The consistency of the ice cream was not creamy or rich but more icy, and so it wasn't as good as it appears. Super aesthetic though! In terms of cleanliness, customer service, and atmosphere, it is a nice quiet shop with ice cream or boba options. However, I didn't think the quality of the ice cream was better than Somi Somi or specialty ice cream places.

Serena H.

Cute location! My friend got boba and it was good but I got the matcha taiyaki ice cream and it was just okay. Not sure if I'll come back, but if I do I'll just get boba.

Taro milk tea and banana Nutella Taiyaki. I staged the fish.

Monica C.

Needed a late night treat, came here, and the place was jumping. Ordered at the kiosk and waited for my order. Everything was very efficient and tasted lovely. Great way to spend a summer evening and plenty of outdoor seating. Plus, there are many eateries, in this area, with lots of options.

Matcha and Viet Coffee swirl with Nutella Taiyaki

Sandy C.

Good service and portion. Reasonable prices. The soft serve could have been creamier, but the waffle was great. Good location with lots of parking.

Katie L.

Came here for a sweet treat after having a hard day. Instant pick-me-up! The employee was energetic, enthusiastic, and kind! He helped us right away, and even offered a recommendation. He was also very quick/efficient, as he had both of our drinks and taiyaki ice creams out in under five minutes! We tried to tip but there wasn't an option in the tablet, so we went to the ATM at Ralph's to get cash for a tip haha Everything was delicious! The strawberry milk tea and Thai tea were flavorful, yet not overly sweet- just right. The Vietnamese coffee ice cream was strongly caffeinated, which I appreciated the energy boost! And the Taro ice cream was very refreshing in the hot weather! The taiyakis even came with Pocky/Pepero sticks and some mochi :) With the taiyaki cart decor and the many Nutella jars on display, the cafe is cute and cozy! It really is as their cups say: "the best bubble tea in town"

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The best summer destination in Riverside. Great drinks food and atmosphere. My daughter dropped her drink after receiving it and they made her another right away. read more

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Paolo V.

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Breakf the ice was good! They are really nice and quick service . Ambiance is cool simple but nice and cool temp wise read more

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Melissa L.

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Those fish filled with fudge are so damn good. Great ice cream too. We will be back as the summer warms up!

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Liliana R.

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The service was amazing and the food as well. I would definitely come again. It was aesthetically pleasing inside, and they had good seating too. I would recommend for sure. read more

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Tastes good Workers are friendly and offer samples . Place is clean. It's a little pricey . For two I've creams with the fish it was a little over $15. read more

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OK Somi, Somi what?! I have to say this was exquisite it was so good bought by far so much better fresh maiden house, and you get a support a small business. It is all a win they were fast and they had some really cool new flavors that we were able to sample that's 100% the difference between this place and Somisomi read more

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Paul M.

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We went to this place in the Canyon Crest shopping center. Didn't know what to expect. We ordered and was pleasantly surprised. Although the ice cream was nice, the presentation was a twist. It came in a non traditional cone shaped like a fish. Cool twist on the ole normal cone. read more

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Kassandra G.

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Break the ice is located in the Canyon Crest Shopping center! It is a super clean area, the staff is really friendly and the seating options are unlimited. The ice creams are smooth and served heavy. The amount in each cup is overflowing (in an awesome way). It does get packed inside, I would recommended siting outside to avoid crowds. read more

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Rosey P.

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First time at this place and it was amazing!! Friendly worker and delicious Ice cream. I ordered the Ube ice cream which was fantastic. The waffle was tasty too. read more

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Edith H.

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Had the Taiyaki vanilla icecream waffle with Nutella filling and the tiger tea with boba - very refreshing and delicious. Good service and clean. Awesome treat and appropriate for a hot summer day. Will definitely revisit this place read more

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Kristin G.

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The ice cream is good, but the size of the ice cream is very inconsistent. We've been here a few times, and it's never the same size. Today was the worst, my husband's was decent sized, but I barely got any ice cream. I could tell the other worker saw it, but she didn't say anything. Not worth the price in my opinion. My husband had already eaten some of his before I took this picture. read more

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Maira L.

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The ice cream and the cones are delicious! We tried the vanilla and Cookie Monster. One of the cones was filled with hot fudge and the other with Nutella. Great service! Definitely recommend. read more

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Kady T.

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I think this place has pretty good taiyaki and icecream if you're in Riverside. I got the matcha ube and the soft serve wasn't overly sweet, which I really like. The taiyaki was also nice and warm. read more

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Johnathan S.

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Break the ice could be very good, I've been to taiyaki places before and they make it a way better experience than this place. Non existent customer service and no please or thank you. They gave me my drink extremely sticky and the overall feel of the place just feels very bland. It's nicely decorated but the service and cleanliness of this place just makes it so much less appealing. The drinks and taiyaki were good though. read more

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Eduardo R.

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It's nice to have this type of ice cream place in Riverside. Found it when I did a search for a ice cream place, and the closest was Ontario. We were very happy with the waffle fish cones and ice cream flavors also tried the mango tajin boba slush. Very good! Highly recommended! read more

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Kemberly M.

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My boyfriend and I came to break the ice on a rainy day. As soon as we walked in, the employees were so nice and kind. I got complimented on my earrings! I got the horchata and taro mix with Nutella filling and it was amazing! The horchata tasted exactly like the drink. It was a perfect mix. My boyfriend got the watermelon and blue raspberry and he loved it! Definitely coming again to take the cookies and creme! read more

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Dennis L.

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The Taiyaki is delicious and the service is top notch. The outdoor eating area is shared between other eateries but is lovely to sit and enjoy. read more

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Sierra M.

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I wish I lived closer because this place is so good! Not only their drinks but their ice cream as well. It has a very chill vibe too read more

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Collette K.

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Cutest presentation! I loved their waffle fish on the side with my ice cream. Made it feel like a meal read more

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Luis C.

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Family loves to come here on any time possible specially after lunch, this tasty Dessert are so good and the flavor selection are amazing specially the Ube and Horchata it never misses always consistent, staff are always on the move but very friendly and the shop looks nice and clean read more

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Natalie V.

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First timer at this location along with trying Taiyaki, and I must say the friendly service and decadent treats will definitely have us returning. There were many ice cream flavors to choose from but we went with the matcha and Taiyaki with Nutella filling and let me tell you, it was DELICIOUS. The matcha wasn't too sweet, and had a pleasant savory ending. The Taiyaki was nice and had a good crunch on the outside and warm and soft on the inside. We enjoyed it so much we took some Taiyaki to go and they were real pleasers to the rest of the family. Highly recommend this business! read more

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Caitlin B.

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New Business Alert! If you like Boba they got it. I walked in was greeted promptly by the staff. I took a gander at the menu and quickly ordered myself a Taro Milk Tea with Boba. They offer a variety of different Milk Teas, Smoothies, and Ice Cream more specifically ice cream called Taiyaki. So if you're in the area come show this new business some love! Happy Eatings. read more

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Aivee P.

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We have the matcha and thai swirl waffle cup. It's kinda like a 3 person ice cream. It's only me and my husband. Their flavors is so good. Loved their green custard for sure. WORTH IT. We will come back for sure. read more

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Chynna R.

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The horchata ice cream was A M A Z I N G Soft serve ice cream is always the way to go especially when it comes to taiyaki! It was my first time coming and it was hard to decide on what I wanted. They just have so many good options to choose from that it's hard to choose just one thing! But there's an easy solution, I'll just need to come back more and more to try it all out. 10/10 would recommend read more

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Miriam B.

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I ordered the chocolate ice cream. It was rich and delicious. However, I gave them 4 stars bc I thought $4 for soft serve was a bit much. My friend's matcha taiyaki was close to $8! Love the location of the shop. You can eat inside, but there's a nice courtyard outside with tables and a splash pad. Awesome for the summer! read more

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Carmen A.

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I always am on the hunt for the little guy's shop and this made me happy I found it. The parking lot is a little congested but take the time to walk over here. Everyone was incredibly nice and welcoming as soon as I walked in. They had cute decor and came out with my Thai tea with lightning speed. It was delicious and came in a good quality cup with an adorable dog and fish sticker. This place deserves a revisit to try more items. Thanks for the pleasant experience. read more

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Marianne V.

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One of the best ice cream parlors by far. The staff was so friendly, and helpful. We were able to taste the all the delicious flavors, making the choice very difficult! Can't wait to bring the family back!!! read more

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Yay! So glad to have a Taiyaki place in Canyon Crest! It is so cute inside and clean. Everything we had was delicious! read more

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Jennifer M.

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Super yummy! The vanilla ice cream was so good. The staff was great helping me order just the right thing for my son, Jacob go enjoy read more

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Andrea C.

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SO GOOD!! We got the Taro + Horchata swirl and Matcha flavors and both were amazing! The waffle was fresh and the filling was perfect too. We got the custard filling in one, red bean in the other, and they did not disappoint. We will for sure be coming back! They were busy but the service was still efficient and friendly. 10/10 read more

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Briana F.

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This place is beyond good! the boba is so flavorful! I got the gone bananas smoothie and was totally surprised. it's not just a regular strawberry banana smoothie it's so creamy. The people said welcome and we weren't pressured to decided after staring at the menu for a couple minutes. Very clean and pretty store! WILL BE BACK! read more

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Great place to get some ice cream. I love the little fish cones too. Good service. Totally will be back!!

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Leslie V.

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Literally the best boba spot ever. And their Taiyaki and ice cream is the best I ever had!! This over somi somi always!

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Ah I'm so happy that a place like this exists locally. This is one of the great Asian influence staples that you can only find in LA or OC areas. Their Taro and Matcha are pretty much the best I've had. And my first time having a Taiyaki and you get to pick your filling so yummy, perfect crunch and warmth to pair with the cold ice cream. Honestly don't think you can go wrong with any flavor you can pick from. And to top it off they have Boba and milk teas! My 8yr daughter has been asking when we can go back. read more

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3.5/5. knock off of somi somi. soft serve tastes artificially flavored and melts unusually fast. taiyaki is very thin yet there's barely any filling. my friend and i came during rush hour but the staff seemed to be moving at a very leisurely pace and took a long time before taking our orders even when there was no one in line before us. cute interior and lots of seating tho read more

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Fun and delicious!!! Highly recommend! I had cookies and cream ice cream and my pastry fish had Nutella filling. My husband had matcha ice cream with custard filling in his fish. read more

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This place is so good omg-- The staff is super friendly and nice, the drinks are AMAZING, and the taiyaki is adorable AND delicious. I was super happy to see people eating taiyaki ice cream in the window and more people coming in to get boba and taiyaki! Definitely worth going to! read more

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Taiyaki ice cream cherry with Nutella filling right side up! YUM! read more

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Daniela J.

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Such a cute dessert place to enjoy soft serve ice cream and a yummy waffle like pastry with your favorite filling! I got matcha and ube ice cream so yum. Coming back again for sure. Their boba was good too. read more

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The desserts were delightful! I tried the red bean, cookies & cream, and Nutella flavors. The service was great! The cashier was quick to notice me when I came in, took my order fast, and was courteous. The ambiance was chill and while there was a lot of foot traffic it wasn't too crowded or loud. read more

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5225 Canyon Crest Dr
Ste 90
Riverside, CA 92507
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Hours

What time does Break the Ice open?

Break the Ice opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Break the Ice close?

Break the Ice closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Break the Ice closes at 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.Break the Ice closes at 9:30 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Thu 11:00 AM - 9:00 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMSun 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM

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Does Break the Ice take credit cards?

Yes, Break the Ice takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Break the Ice have a drive thru?

No, Break the Ice does not have a drive thru.

Indoor Amenities

Does Break the Ice allow dogs?

Yes, Break the Ice allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Break the Ice have parking?

Yes, Break the Ice has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Break the Ice have free WiFi?

Yes, Break the Ice has free WiFi.

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Juju Bar is hands down one of the best juice spots I've visited. From the moment you walk in, the…read moreplace feels clean, bright, and welcoming. The atmosphere is calm and open, which makes it a great spot whether you're stopping in quickly or hanging out for a bit. What really stands out is the huge variety of juices they offer. There are so many different options that it's actually hard to choose just one. Everything tastes incredibly fresh, and you can tell they're using quality ingredients. It's also nice being able to see the juices being made right in front of you, it adds to the whole experience and makes you feel confident about what you're drinking. Overall, Juju Bar does a great job all across the board. Great juice selection, fresh ingredients, and a clean, welcoming environment. Definitely a place I'll be coming back to whenever I'm craving a good fresh juice.

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Goodwin's Organics Cafe

Great service. Very knowledgeable people. Great customer service. My first time here.read more

The social media made the videos look more than what's there. We drove over an hour and wasn't…read moreimpressed. It is also more expensive than Whole Foods.

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Wraps made on a regular basis really tasty

Orange latte with and acai bowl with blueberries, bananas, coconut shavings, granola and honey.

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Juice It Up!

Amazing customer service and awesome food/smoothies and my favorite: chia parfait! ‍. The ladies…read morethat work here are super nice and quick. Love this location.

Where do I begin -- oh, yeah, here we go, first we get to this location anticipating a fairly…read moresignificant sense of customer service, yeah that was a hard no. Extremely disappointed. My wife was spoken to in a very unpleasant manner by miserable service providers. Very rude and disrespectful towards her and my mother. Argumentative attitude towards us. Second, we order our drinks, they were not good and order was not what we expected. My wife explained this to the server and the young lady continued to berate her. It was very hot in the store, no ac on, very odd ambiance. Employee's there are highly unstable, unskilled, no professionalism, are beyond disrespectful and do not show case respect for others. Whoever the manager of this place is, should be fired. Conclusion of this situation--owners need to train their staff to be more disciplined and professional. Ensure they are treating customers with respect. This should be taken seriously. Owners need to understand that they are not being proactive with their employees. Please evaluate your employees and how you run your business. Zero out of ZERO! Disgusting behavior. I would not recommend this location to anyone. I'd recommend another. Stay away from here. Poor customer service and lack of customer care.

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Juice It Up! Ultimate Acai Bowl

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Juice It Up! Raspberry Craze and Chili Lime

Juice It Up!

I finally found this place, and what a find it is! It's conveniently located near my home so I'll…read morebe in and out a lot, and it'll keep me from In-N-Out!! A healthy choice for a man who can certainly use one. I've been in three times in the last couple of weeks. Each time getting a variation of an Acai bowl. Fresh, cold and delicious. The young ladies who served me were very friendly, and efficient. Their smiles were as bright as the colors of fruit that they expertly, and generously, sliced into my bowl. Truly, a refreshing experience. Shop for your groceries, get a haircut, then step into the friendly Juice it Up. Cool your inside and warm your heart. Quick Tip: Download the Juice it Up app. Earn your points and get free stuff. They sent me a coupon for a free smoothie, when I spend five bucks. I have yet to redeem it. I better get a move on, it expires in three days!! By the time you read this it'll be a pleasant memory. A cheap one too!

Great service the 2 guys working in there were quick and friendly. It was busy at the time and the…read morewait wasn't very long. No seating inside, but there's outdoor seating. Food overall was good and if you like açaí bowls and such it's worth a try!

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Juice It Up! Ultimate Acai Bowl

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Goodwin's Organic Foods and Drinks

Love this place! The food is super fresh & delicious. They have lots of options like build your own…read morebowl / plates, pizzas, açaí bowls, desserts, and more!!! Come check them out if you're looking for vegan / vegetarian options as well

This review is only for the cake (that we ate 3/4 of before I remembered to take a picture! lol)…read more The strawberry lemon cake was moist and not overly sweet. Everyone thought it was pretty good. A little bit more pricey than many other cakes that size but pretty tasty.

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Protein bowl, not only beautiful but delicious.

Be Happy Cafe and Juice Bar

I love the smoothies made with fresh ingredients. Family owned small business with friendly and…read morehelpful service. A nice atmosphere to enjoy a quick lunch with a friend.

Really convenient spot that we went to on our way to Joshua Tree for a quick bite to eat. I loved…read morethe large selection of food and drinks that they offered. There were plenty of seats and the cashiers were polite. The place was clean, and well-kept. It's definitely more of a casual, and convenient stop rather than a super aesthetic or trendy place that you go to for photos. In terms of food/drinks we first ordered a mango pineapple smoothie. I will say the smoothie was super yummy and I would give it a 5/5. I would come back just to try their other smoothie flavors! We also ordered an açaí bowl and I would give the açaí bowl a 3/5. I felt that the granola was not super crunchy and it was borderline slightly stale. While I love when places put a lot of granola, I felt that there was too much granola compared to actual açaí. I also felt that the bananas and strawberries were too ripe for my liking. However it was a decent açaí-just not something super special or great. Finally, the sandwich was yummy but definitely a bit burnt. Didn't complain but something that the employees can work on in the future. The sandwich would have been way better if it wasn't burnt. Overall, a solid place with plenty of good food/drinks choices. Nothing mind-blowing or extremely spectacular. The smoothie, however, was very delicious and I would come back just to try their other smoothie flavors/drinks.

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A delicious vegetarian chorizo taco. I ate the other one.

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Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream

Worse customer service ever Assistant Manager tried her…read morebest ,but still horrible service, teenagers have no sense of what professionalism or work ethic. I will not be a returning customer

I've ordered from Handel's Homemade Ice Cream several times in the past and it used to be one of my…read morefavorite dessert spots, which is why this recent order was so disappointing. My DoorDash order arrived with almost every waffle cone broken and the ice cream already melted. The bag was messy and poorly packed, showing a lack of care in preparation for delivery. For the prices, I expected much better packaging and consistency, especially for delivery orders. Unfortunately, this experience makes me question the recent quality at this location.

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Thompson Brewing

Food is great as always and drinks a good. The ambiance is great there is lots of outdoor seating…read morewith plenty of shade.

I came here for my birthday on 7/17 and I enjoyed everything, from the soft serve margs to the food…read moreto the customer service (which was my fav) everyone here is so kind and hardworking. I've never been to a brewery that had such great service and kind people working, amazing. No notes. Thank you guys again for being so accommodating with the reservations for my bday and everything else! There was even live music! I love Thompson and will definitely be back ever soon :)

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Fried Pickles (Instagram: foodwithbros)

Daily Brew Coffee House Bakery & Roastery

I consumed EIGHT Daily Brew Coffee House scones in 2.5 days…read more Iced or hot, a large, black Daily Brew Eye Opener is good workout fuel. Service great. Ambiance great. If I ever find myself in CM Punk press scrum-like situation, I'll be sure to shout this place out. https://youtu.be/Xx3tlW0e3Pk?si=bL--cB7hTAHCNMnT https://youtu.be/Ex4ln1MQcNM?si=mnp4-T45oV4mkZOG

This is my favorite coffee shop in Riverside. I've gone here for over a decade and it's about time…read moreI write a review. Their coffee, tea, and baked goods are fantastic, but the main reason I love this place is because it's very cozy and the perfect place to read, study, catch up with a friend, or go on a date. They have a special, themed menu that changes every month. There is almost always seating available. They have a small book exchange, often sell local art, have cute merch, and just opened up a bakery right next door with extra seating. I'm kind of a snobbish third-wave coffee person and although this place isn't trying to be that way, it still is my favorite spot because of the overall vibe, how genuinely kind and down to earth the baristas are, and how comfortable it is. A lot of coffee shops are so brightly lit and trying to be hipster still in 2026, but this place is just kind of homey and the classic cozy coffee shop we all want to go to. So if you're a hardcore coffee connoisseur and are looking for the highest quality coffee, this might not be your spot. If you're looking for something with yummy drinks and baked goods with a chill environment you'll be very comfortable in, this is 100% your spot.

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Mikey G's

One of the best matcha places I've been to. The bagels were also really good. I arrived during…read moreopening at 7am and the two ladies were very friendly. I ordered the flight of matchas and blueberry bagel with cream cheese. My favorite was the mango match and tiramisu cold foam was my second favorite. The ambiance is very aesthetic and clean. Awesome hip place to go with a group of friends. Pretty spacious inside. Fresh Watermelon: 4/5 Mango Matcha: 4.5/5 Tiramisu cold foam: 4.5/5 Blueberry Bagel w/ Cream Cheese: 4.5/5

When I entered, I was instantly greeted by the girls working the counter. They answered my…read morequestions and even gave suggestions. I opted for a sausage, egg, and cheese on a jalapeño bagel and a hot vanilla latte. The bagel was dense, chewy, and had a nice exterior crisp. The egg was fluffy and cooked perfect and the sausage had a nice flavor. My only critique on the bagel is I prefer my toasted quite a bit more. But that's a preference. They serve it slightly toasted and warm. I didn't know and they don't ask, so now I know what to request. The ambiance is bright and cute. It gives me college vibes. I love all the black and yellow decor. It's very well branded. I enjoyed the music playing in the back ground. If in the area, you need to give them a try. Their menu is simple and done well. Part of their menu is seasonal which I think is awesome. There's always going to be something different. They have coffee and matcha. I can't wait to try the Mango Matcha Freeze

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Qamaria Yemeni Coffee

Amazing service and atmosphere. Great coffee and the best…read morehot Cocoa ever! Highly recommend!

Arab coffee shop with a lush interior. Came here on a weekend afternoon, and the place was packed…read more This place is very popular for good reason. The beverages and treats available looked delicious. The service was very friendly. It looked like a place for people hung out for a while or studied/read as well. I got the banana crumble matcha, which was a nice sweet treat as well as something to satisfy my caffeine fix. Definitely would come here more often about live closer. But just a nice place overall.

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Mundial Coffee

LGBTQ flag displayed out front was enough to earn 5 stars! I did order a Wildflower Honey iced…read morelatte that was perfectly balanced between the taste of the coffee and the syrup. I'm not a huge fan of super sweet things though. The place has an extremely peaceful vibe going on. There are lots of plants! The service was spectacular. They asked if I wanted the garnish on top and gave recommendations on other drinks. It was a mix of flora that some might find bitter but I felt they were little magical strips of added happiness. Great place!

My youngest's favorite coffee shop in Riverside lives up to the hype. On a quick trip down to So…read moreCal, we stopped by for morning coffee. I almost never get specialty coffees. I usually stick to drip or an oatmilk latte. However, the summer special board intrigued me and I decided to try the coconut latte with oatmilk, less sweet with an extra espresso shot. My latte came with toasted coconut flakes sprinkled on top. It was one of the best coffee drinks I've ever had in my life! The staff is friendly and efficient. The store not only has coffee and food, but filled with cute plants, stickers, totes, journals and more. Parking is also convenient in the lot. This is now one of my favorite spots, too!

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Bobo The Boba

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Free WiFi

If you're in the mood for a good boba drink, Bobo & Boba is a fun little spot to check out. They…read morehave a pretty big menu with lots of milk tea and fruit tea options, and the drinks are always made fresh. The boba itself has a nice chewy texture and the sweetness level usually comes out just right. The shop has a relaxed vibe and it's a good place to stop by with friends or grab a drink while you're out in Riverside. Service has always been quick and friendly whenever I've gone. Definitely a solid place if you're craving boba.

I got a strawberry matcha and I was really disappointed to be honest it tasted really old and the…read morecolor alone was unappetizing and clearly brown. The strawberry puree has an old after taste but I will say the staff is very nice and welcoming so I give them that. I've seen people studying and hanging out in there so it made me try this place a second time and I will for sure never be coming back.

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Dragon slayer.

Simple Simon's Bakery & Bistro

We arrived a little before 11:00 a.m. because we wanted to get sandwiches. We didn't realize they…read moreonly served breakfast until 11, but luckily they were able to accommodate us this time. (: We were very grateful for that. I got the Italian Grinder with no red onions and substituted the ham for turkey. I chose the pasta salad as my side, and the sandwich also came with some kind of vinaigrette. The flavors were good, but I think the bread started to come apart near the end, and I personally wish the red peppers had more of a pickled aspect! I also got the Lemon Cheesecake Bar (?), which was yummy, but it does have nuts on top. I think a crumble topping would be even better instead. (: The inside feels a bit dated, but the employees definitely seemed to be keeping it clean. As customers came and went, they cleared the dirty tables pretty quickly. Overall, I'd give this place a 4/5, but 5 stars for the accommodation. :)

4++ Popular bakery/bistro located in the Downtown Riverside area (very walkable!). This place got…read moreon my radar because of their sandwiches. I came in at sort of an odd hour for lunch so the place was pretty chill and not too busy. Service style is fast casual where you order at the counter and find a seat. The place has a feel of having been there for a long time with large wood booths or separators. I ordered the grilled pastrami and Swiss sandwich and got it with their potato salad. The pastrami was griddled and has an old school flavor and style with some nice crunch from the sourdough. A great sandwich overall! Parking in the neighborhood wasn't too hard to find along the street and even if you need to park a block or two away, the neighborhood is nice to walk through.

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Arcade Downtown

What a vibe in here. Spacious, running AC, and rustling and bustling. This place has such an open…read moreand inviting aura. I would love to study here. The drink mango sticky matcha was not too sweet which was good for me.

Fast service, and the food was good. It was a little more expensive than I expected, but it came…read moreout fast and tasted fresh. I felt the sandwich needed a little more sauce or salt, but it was still good. The drink was different not bad or good, just different. I'm not sure if I would order it again.

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What a cool place ! Noisy tho

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gediminas k.

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3 years ago

I recently tried the boba ice cream and I must say it was a delightful treat! The service was also friendly and efficient, making the overall experience even more enjoyable. I'll definitely be returning to try more flavors and savor this delicious boba ice cream again. If you're a fan of boba and ice cream, this place is a must-visit! read more

Lacy D.

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4 years ago

OMG! This place is awesome. After picking up my pet from a Spa Day at Pawlished Paws, I stopped in to see what Break the Ice was. Taiyaki Ice Cream is amazing. They make this cute little waffle fish and fit it on top. My daughter is in love. So blessed to have a great centre with so many quality stores in my neighborhood. read more

Stephanie C.

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4 years ago

Great to have this in the neighborhood! Similar or even better than Somi Somi. The charcoal and milk flavors are the best! Always love supporting small family business especially in my neighborhood Best place to have ice cream in this hot summer days. read more

Oscar J.

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142

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2 years ago

It was my first time trying green tea ice cream, and I was hesitant at first, but it turned out to be amazing! The taste and texture were excellent--super creamy and delicious. The staff was very kind, and the place had a very relaxing atmosphere. read more

Evelyn K.

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2 years ago

Is this place open? We are on vacation and it was closed although the open sign was on. Now, I've been trying to call, but no one answers.

Sj S.

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4 years ago

This is my favorite desert place. The taiyaki was so fresh and toasty. I am so happy they opened here. read more

Rebecca B.

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4 years ago

Super delicious! I want to try so much on their menu. I will be coming back for sure.

Mohammad K.

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6

4 years ago

Hecka good man takiyakis hecka good

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Been here before but not sure what happened to my review... perhaps I had started one way back but…read moreforgot to post. Bogo free drink going on 8.7.26. Used the app. Got points. Was quite easy and could leave comments. That's helpful, for example I asked for "light light ice" because I don't like my drinks watered down. I like their Thai tea. Their Strawberry Snow was pretty tasty too but I'd prolly not get regular sweetness next time. I like sweet but that was too sweet lol.

We already love this place for the amazing Frapstars (especially the chocolate one), but David…read moretakes the experience to another level. Just like Trina, he makes the absolute best Frapstar every single time. You can tell he puts real care into every drink. What stands out most is that he always has a genuine smile on his face and truly values his customers. He even remembers our usual order, which makes us feel so welcome and appreciated. He also made my son's birthday extra special with his delicious Frapstar drink, that thoughtful touch meant the world to us! David is truly an asset to this Krak Boba location. Management is lucky to have him on the team! We'll keep coming back for the great drinks and the even better service. Thank you, David!

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This is my absolute favorite boba shop. the drinks are fabuloud, and it's just a really cute place…read moreto hang out.

The owner that I met a few months ago was nice and attentive - however, when I called in today, one…read moreof the female employees felt rather rude as if my calling them was very annoying to them (before I even asked anything). She also was not familiar with the way I said the location's name where I said "tra boba" and she responded that "no, this is t-r-a boba and snacks". She couldn't even confirm the location being next to HK bbq, basically saying she doesn't know her own neighboring store. Overall was turned off by the experience and changed my boba plans to buy elsewhere. Maybe I'll come back when someone else more pleasant is working.

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I don't know why it's taken me so long to review this establishment. I thought I already reviewed…read moreit lol. I've been going here since it first opened during my college days! 15 years ago?! This place has consistently been so good. Ok fine maybe 1 time recently, my wintermelon tea was a little off. But normally and usually, it's always very good. Their brown sugar milk tea with mini boba. The best. It's my favorite. Even their popcorn chicken is amazing. I love you boba tea house! The merch is always cute too. My husband loves this place and even brought his hat from here to Japan when we went!

The drinks here are decent overall. The Thai tea was really good. I got it with regular sugar and…read morelight ice. It was sweet just how I like it. It could be a bit creamier, but it was still very enjoyable. The jasmine milk tea with regular sugar and light ice was just okay. I would not get it again since it tasted kind of bland. The main attraction here is definitely the popcorn chicken, however the food feels a little overpriced for the portion size. It was flavorful, well seasoned, perfectly salty, and crispy. Even at medium spice, it had a nice kick. There were no weird pieces either. The only downside is some inconsistency in size since a few pieces could be smaller. The mozzarella sticks were also very good. I prefer them with ketchup instead of marinara. They are your typical mozzarella sticks and taste good, but the popcorn chicken is what really stands out.

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They don't take cash so a heads up but it does seem better that way because the flow of this place…read moreis so fast even if it's packed you'll get your order within minutes! Their matcha is a nice dark green and the drink I got contains oat-milk so the mix of the creamyness complimented the matcha so well in my opinion. I heave yet to try other drinks but I would definitely recommend coming here this place is one of my top 3 boba places for sure.

$8 for a banana crème latte filled with half ice and a quarter serving of cream was not worth its…read morevalue. The staff were nice and quick, but the drink was not as enjoyable as can be. The inside was crowded and didn't have much seats to relax. There is plenty of room for improvement.

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I tried the sorbet, and it was incredibly refreshing and delicious. I also purchased 2 homemade…read morechocolate chip cookies, which were warm, fresh, and very good. Of course positioned right where you pay. The gelato, what they're best known for looked amazing. So many customers mentioned they were repeat visitors specifically because of the gelato, which says a lot. I didn't try it on this visit, but I'll definitely be back for it. They also let you sample one or two flavors, but I chose not to because there was a long line behind me, and after waiting myself, I wanted to be considerate of everyone else. There was only one employee working when I visited, and she handled everything exceptionally well. She kept the line organized, got everyone's orders correct, and still provided friendly service despite how busy it was. Inside was very clean. There's outdoor seating available, but no indoor seating. Also, just a heads-up...they're cashless.

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