We picked up a sampling on Thursday morning around 8:30. The line wasn't crazy so that was nice. UBE HALAYA CROISSANT 5.50 This was good. The ube filling was light and fluffy. Overall it was a bit overfilled so it was very messy and hard to eat. I could have done without the hidden coconut shavings inside. KIMCHI & EGG CROISSANT 5 I had this one for breakfast. I warmed it in my air fryer for 6 minutes on 330 so it didn't overcook. The croissant was flaky and delicious, and the kimchi added good flavor without being spicy. I would have liked to see a little more mozzarella but overall it was tasty! SOBACHA CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIE 4 Also tasty, oversized cookie. Soft and chewy texture. CINNAMON ALMOND BLUEBERRY TOAST (THURSDAY/FRIDAY ONLY) 5.25 Very good. The cinnamon filling reminded me of a brown sugar pop tart. I warmed it in my air fryer and it was perfect. Would order again. I just wish they had an espresso bar! read more

Came here on a Friday night with a group of friends around 6pm and waited around an hour in the surrounding area. The inside is a small, cozy space and service is always great. Menu is small enough to make you want everything on it - started out with the mochi mochi panic, which we all loved. All of our entrees were worth the wait - super delicious, warm, and hearty. I got the Wagyu Smashburger, which I've had at least 3-4 times now and will continue to get every time I come! read more

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This shop feels taken straight out of a Ghibli film. I cane a bit closer to the bakery closing, so I'd recommend coming early to get their full selection. I tried the pandan cookie and everything bagel bao which were both tasty! Staff was friendly and helpful. read more

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We came here at 5:20pm on a Saturday and there was a 1 hour wait. We put our name down and they called us when our table was ready. We ordered crab cucumber salad and karaage as our appetizer. Both were great. I am happy they use real crab meat instead of imitation crab meat like at other Japanese restaurants. I wanted to try the Cincinnati-style ramen as I kept hearing great reviews on it. I thought it was decent and it tasted like watered down Skyline as I expected. We also ordered the ramp miso ramen, which is my favorite ramen at Mochiko so far. The locally foraged ramps give it a strong onion/garlic flavor. read more

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Stopped by on a Saturday morning. There were so many lovely pastries, we almost bought them all! We had the bbq pork snow bun, kimchi and egg croissant, and the ramp laing danish there. The ramp Laing danish was AMAZING. My only complaint about the other 2 is that I could have been heated a little longer, the middle was still cold, but the taste was a still great! We also got a bunch to take home, the strawberry melon pan was absolutely delightful. The strawberry flavor was so bright and juicy. Can't wait to come back to try their ramen at night! read more

Cafe Mochiko - Bakeries Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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I'm told the rotating ramen offerings means you have to come back a few times to find your favorite. While my visit didn't top my ramen preference, a savory mochi appetizer was a unique and wonderful introduction to this busy little place. Bar service seating can be a bit cramped when the restaurant is full but the friendly service and tasty food makes up for it. Interesting experiments like the Cincinnati Style Ramen, I'll let you decide for yourself if that's worth pursuing more than once. read more

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Stopped in to grab some pastries on a snowy morning. These ruled. Ube croissaint lives up to the hype, the cream is not too sweet. The everything bagel croissant was also fantastic. Strong corn flavor on the corn pastry, bold. Not pictured is the bbq bao which was also great. Wish it had some bit of heat though to counter the sweet. Great service. Super friendly. Street parking but grabbed a spot right out front. read more

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This place was bustling when I arrived with a group of 4 on a Thurs evening about 30min after opening and we had a 45 min wait. The place is cozy and the staff very friendly. Their menu is small but with weekly rotation of 2 ramen. We ordered the spicy udon and chicken karaage to share, and I also got their spicy miso ramen. I love a good chicken karaage and they didn't disappoint! The udon was good, but could use more heat in my opinion. And ordering the spicy miso and the udon was a bit too much of similar flavors. I heard their burger is delish as are their pastries so will have to try them next time! read more

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Really good food! Great service. Nice vibes! Came too late for pastries, so I returned right on time for dinner! There was a line so get there about 10 minutes earlier to have a table fosho, or sit at the bar! I like the squish and if you do too, get the mochi mochi panic!! Super yummy. Soft mochi with soy and nice bean sprouts and onions for flavorrrr. The smashburger was recommended and good too! Quite unique! The bun is not light soft and fluffy like milk bread in my opinion. It was more dense, but a good chew. I thought it was good, but maybe needed more green or a tomato slice for juice? Overall great choice for dinner! Would def come back :) read more

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We came in the evening and had the Kioke Shoyu Ramen. So delicious! Perfectly flavored broth, lovely thin noodles. It was the perfect dinner for a cloudy cold night. Our server was helpful and very articulate in describing our dining options. There is street parking, but we parked in a lot behind the building. There was a wait for a table, but we were able to sit at the bar within 20 minutes. read more

Cafe Mochiko - Kioke shoyu ramen - Bakeries Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

We came to Cafe Mochiko early Sunday morning and wish we got there in time to try the weekend special! We asked for some recommendations on what to get, and the everything bao was definitely my favorite. I would like to come back and try the dinner menu, specifically the ramen! read more

Cafe Mochiko - Ube croissant, everything bao - Bakeries Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

My first time really getting to explore the Woodburn Ave area and it was a treat! Went into Mochiko a little late in the morning to experience their full offer of fresh selections but tried to capture what was there that really interested me! The cashier was very sweet and patient with answering all our questions. Super chill vibe and I can see myself parking at a table with a journal and people gazing out of the window while I write. read more

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Cafe Mochiko is a force to be reckoned with. Both their morning and evening menu and service were solid. In the morning into late afternoon, you can stop in for a wide selection of interesting Asian pastries and a drink. Each pastry is delicious in its own way without outshining others around it. I couldn't decide on just one, and buckled to try their Sweet Corn Bibingka, Sobacha Chocolate Chunk cookie and matcha yuzu cake. You honestly can't go wrong with any selection! Let's talk about their dinner menu. The crowd favorites are evidently the Hokkaido Smashburger, Karaage and seasonal ramen bowl. The Hokkaido Smashburger is the quitenssence of Japanese American fusion. Firm by pillow white milk buns sandwiching a hefty American burger patty. The potato fries are thick and crispy--light and crunchy. Their chicken karaage is my favorite! Large crispy chicken tenders with a balanced spicy aioli sauce. It's no wonder why every table has an order of their karaage. read more

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Came on a busy Saturday morning, and they still had a full selection of their pastries! Their kimchi egg croissant and sweet corn bibimgka are insanely good! The bibimgka was slightly sweet, and super fluffy! The kimchi egg croissant had a great balanced taste from the kimchi baked in the bread, and it was super flakey!!! Love love love! read more

I finally got to check this place out for dinner. Perfect spot for a cold day if you are looking for a cozy dinner with friends or family. This place does not do carry out orders or take reservations, we went towards the end of their dinner hours and had a 30 minute wait time which was worth it for the food. We started off with their mango soda, chicken karaage, and our entrees were Japanese curry (vegan) and their ramen of the week. I look forward to returning for their chicken karaage, the Japanese curry was flavorful for only being vegetables, and the spicy ramen had a little bit of excess oil/grease due to the meat however overall was good. read more

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Another amazing meal at mochiko-loved the broccoli gomae and the new mochi dish had great flavor. Get here early at opening for dinner or be ready to come for second seating around an hour later! read more

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A cute Japanese cafe nestled in East Walnut hills. This was actually my second attempt coming here for pastries, fair warning they sell out quickly! We arrived at 8:50 for their 9am opening and there was already a short line. We got the Ube Croissant, Yuzu Marzipan, Kimche and Egg croissant as well as a special they had which was a prosciutto sandwich sort of thing. I think they are most known for the Ube Croissant but our favorite was actually the prosciutto sammy. The kimche and egg croissant has a lot of potential but I think would be better if it were warmed up. We also plan to come back here to try dinner! Overall, worth checking out for some tasty and unique pastries! read more

Cafe Mochiko - Ube Croissant, Yuzu Marzipan, Kimche Egg and Cheese Croissant, Prosciutto Sandwich - Bakeries Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I LOVE MOCHIKO! The service is exceptional, the atmosphere is lively & fun, & the food is superb. I will keep coming back time & time & time again! read more

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The sweet corn bibingka has to be one of the best things I have eaten all year! Delicious, decadent, perfection! They really have perfected this small delicious treat. It's like corn bread elevated to its highest standard! The everything cream cheese Bao is also a simplified treasure! Cream cheese in the center waiting to be discovered. They will warm it up for you if you ask. Staff is always kind, attentive and willing to answer questions. 10/10 recommend! read more

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I have been wanting to go to Cafe Mochiko ever since I saw a photo of their purple Ube Halaya Croissants and finally got to go this past week. I wanted to try several items, so we order three to share. We got the Ube Croissant, the Egg & Kimchi Croissant, and the Everything Cream Cheese Bao and they were all out of this world! The coffee was very good as well. The space is cute and was buzzing with people coming and going. The only thing that took my rating down to a 4-star is all the tables were dirty. There were probably 8 open tables when we got there and they all were covered with crumbs, so we had to wipe down our own table. read more

Cafe Mochiko - Ube Halaya Croissant, Egg & Cheese Croissant, and Everything Cream Cheese Bao. Try them ALL! - Bakeries Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Great service. It was very busy on a Friday night at seven, which was great to see. We sat at the bar and our server was super helpful in recommending some really flavorful and interesting dishes. We got the CRAB CUCUMBER SALAD, the MOCHI MOCHI PANIC as starters, and the special ramen and the special noodle dish (not on the starter menu). I cannot remember the names but I do have pics of everything! DELICIOUS! read more

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Amazing. I understand the line. Most weekends there is a line, early. I arrived about 9:30. There were single folks and groups in line but it moved at a good pace. The hold up being the patrons not the hard workers. I got the miso peanut butter cookie, the chocolate chunk cookie, apricot and cardamom scone and loaf of milk bread. The peanut butter cookie is absolutely divine! The chocolate chunk was good too. The crispy outside of the scone, slightly glazed is a work of art. I did not eat the bread yet but I could not wait to review this deliciousness! read more

Cafe Mochiko - Saturday morning, one half of the full case. - Bakeries Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Small japanese cafe that serve amazing pastry and dine in only dinner service. It is always busy and you have to get there early. You are able to get pastry too but the menu is not as vast as in the morning. Recommend the ube croissant and snow pork bun and weekend specials! Mochi panic- savory chewy mochi with ground pork and bean sprouts. Wish there's portion was bigger as it's amazing! A mustt order for appetizer. Katsu sando- the pork cutlet is a little dry. Would be better if there's sauce. They serve rotating ramen and it happens to be chilled tsukemen so the dipping broth is cold. Its sort of unique but I would prefer another type of tsukemen served with warm dipping broth. Still give tsukemen a try when they released other flavors as i like their chewy noodles. read more

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My first time here and I will have to say what made my experience the best was the customer service I received. We got to try a variety of pastries and some good Thai tea. I tried a rhubarb pastry which was surprising amazing. If I could describe it it would be sweet and sour but in the most balanced way. The space is so welcoming and bright. They have street parking. I've never had any pastries like this before, but now that I have I will be back! read more

Cafe Mochiko - Bakeries Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I wish I could have this made for me everyday. i'm not even someone who would pick a ramen restaurant but my boyfriend loves it so I started to come here and would always get the Hokkaido smashburger (also an amazing option if you're not into ramen). The appetizers are also very good, the Karaage is very very good and something to snack on before your main dish. It's the type of restaurant you need to be there for open or you will need to plan accordingly to hang out next door. if you're luck they will have some pastries for sale and you can get one of them for a sweet treat ! 10/10 place read more

Cafe Mochiko - Cincinnati style Ramen - Bakeries Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

So I knew it would be delicious, I just didn't know it would be THIS delicious. Wow. Yum. Had the Broccoli Gomae which was awesomely bright with sesame flavor, the Ramp Raisu which has both pickled and fresh ramp - almost like a risotto texture. And the Mochi Mochi Panic was the star of the show - almost served like a gnocchi but with mochi texture instead and a total umami bomb. So great. Sat at the bar and had a few Asahi. I came for the smashburger but got distracted by other items on the menu so I guess another trip is in order. read more

Cafe Mochiko - Broccoli, Ramp Raisa, and Mochi Mochi Panic - Bakeries Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

This review is based on their dinner menu alone. 45 minute wait when we went. Solid spot. Would come back for the Karaage and Katsu Sando. Was it life changing? No, but it was good. I felt like the curry rice was a rip off at $15. There's no meat, maybe a few mushrooms and a few pieces of carrot. The rice itself was good and the curry was good but nothing special. Wouldn't recommend. The only thing that saved the curry was we saved some of the karaage to eat with it. The ramens are $17 and compared to the curry, way more value for your money. Ramens both had very rich broths. They were good but I think I may just like a tonkotsu better. read more

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A bit above 4.5, but not completely 5.0 yet. Overall I enjoyed pretty much everything! Sure there are some items that were better than others, but a couple of items really stood out, and it was clear that guests would come for those items. I had both pastries here during the day and dinner here afterwards, both on the same day. I missed the ube halaya croissant, and I saw people coming in after me, realizing that the croissants were out for the day, promising to come back the next day for them. That made me feel like I missed out. However, the kimchi & egg croissant was pretty good, especially after heated up. Of course, one cannot expect the egg to be runny, which of course would've been even better, but what they had was already pretty good I would say. My favorite was the mochi mochi panic, with bean sprouts that tasted so much like home, and the housemade mochi having very soft chewable texture yet not sticking to teeth. The dish was flavorful! Another flavorful dish was the tantanmen. I could tell the broth, which was a bit spicy and very rich in flavor, had quite a bit of spice, and the fresh coriander on top, albeit not common in East Asian food, worked out very well. The dish is nowhere near traditional, but it worked out very well and I loved the way they made it. I enjoyed the kioke shoyu ramen as well. While I actually normally don't eat pork, I do consume chashu pork that's typically found in ramen. Here in Cafe Mochiko, they use the broth to cook the pork, similar to Vietnamese pho in which the broth would cook the beef. The chashu pork was thinner and resembled sliced pork you can find in hot pot a bit more, which was interesting. The broth I could tell had a lot of meat flavor because I could taste the pork in it (the kind that I don't eat which my palate is very sensitive to), and I have attributed it to authenticity. The katsu sando has a huge piece of pork cutlet in it, and was really great in both texture and flavor, as the sandwiches contained contrast for both, offering a comprehensive tasting experience. The potato salad was also very flavorful, having a sweet yet vinegary type of taste. This place is located in East Walnut Hill, and there are quite a few food spots around it. While this place doesn't have desserts, Hello Honey is pretty much right next door for those interested in some ice cream afterwards! Oh, and I arrived at 5pm for dinner. By 5:05pm, they were entirely packed. read more

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We had the mochi mochi panic, the chili miso udon and the Cincinnati-style ramen for dinner. We enjoyed our meals, but we really liked the mochi mochi panic and would highly recommend that dish. It is a smaller restaurant that doesn't take reservations, so it's probably best to get there for an early dinner or you may be waiting around a little while for a table to become available. *Street parking. *No military discount. read more

Speaking only on the bakery items here but I enjoyed Cafe Mochicko! It is decorated very nicely, I loved the Japanese elements like studio Ghibli playing on a TV. We arrived shortly after they opened and there was quite a line so I would come knowing you may wait a bit. The line went quick and you let the workers know what you would like once you get to the front. The bakery items we got were great! All baked with love and I highly recommend the Ube croissant. It was light and airy. The only slight was I wish the everything bao was more fluffy like a bao rather than a bagel. We will be back and would love to check out their non-bakery items as well. read more

Cafe Mochiko - Ube Croissant, Everything Bao Bun, Cinnamon roll - Bakeries Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I spotted this place when I was looking for bakeries in the area. What caught my eye was the Japanese-French fusion items they serve. I got here about 10 minutes after it opened and ended up waiting about 15 minutes in line. It was totally worth the wait! I got the following four items - two savory and two sweet. Everything Bagel Bao (3/5): The bread was a bao like consistency with everything bagel seasoning. It had cream cheese stuffed inside and we were able to pull away about six separate sections. Kimchi and Egg Croissant (4/5): This was my favorite savory one. What would have made it better would have been if the egg was a little more soft-boiled. The kimchi stood out well. Sweet Corn Bibingka (3/5): This was like sweet cornbread with what seemed like shaved butter on top. I wasn't really a fan. Ube Halaya Croissant (5/5): This was hands down my favorite item. The Ube Halaya wasn't incredibly strong and the cream was light and airy. The croissant was flaky and had really good structure. I'd get this in a heartbeat. read more

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I've been wanting to try Cafe Mochiko for a while, and when my daughter asked if I wanted to meet for dinner last week, inspiration struck! Cafe Mochiko is very popular and doesn't take reservations, so we made plans to meet right at five. That worked and we were among those to get a table right when the cafe opened. I am always down for ramen and Cafe Mochiko rotates their ramen dishes regularly. I opted for the delicious Tantanmen Ramen, which featured spicy sesame broth, ground pork, plenty of housemade noodles, sprouts, fresh coriander and more. Gorgeous, even on a hot day. Paired with an Asahi, it satisfied my craving. My daughter and I split the crab cucumber salad - a tangy, cooling dish. She ordered two things that I got to sample: Mochi Mochi Panic, yummy, crispy mochi paired with ground pork and scallions in a soy glaze, and the umami rich Summer Raisu, a rice, corn, jalapeño and Parmesan dish. Since the cafe is also a bakery, I took home two giant peanut butter miso cookies that were so good. Service was kind and friendly. read more

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My absolute favorite Asian restaurant in Cincinnati! You literally can't go wrong with anything on the menu. They have a weekly rotating ramen menu so it's always fun to try new ramen. The ramen noodles are so chewy and bouncy. Every appetizer is worth trying- my top favorites are karaage and mochi mochi panic. Each dish is so unique, packed full of flavor and seasoned to perfection. There is always a line so I'd recommend to go a little before they open so you can get seated immediately. I love the attention to detail even in their dish ware. Service is exceptional! I wished they had dessert during dinner service too but you'll just have to stop by during bakery hours in the morning for that. read more

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Ridiculously great bakery/breakfast place in AM and ramen+ for dinner ... except that breakfast ramen should be a thing! You order at the counter and self-serve. Chill atmosphere The BBQ Pork Bao is ridiculous read more

I was during my trip when I noticed this dessert and cafe spot in Cincy. I went there the next day to get their signature ube croissant and a chocolate croissant. They tasted amazing! No taste of artificial sweeteners, every flavor was like mixed to a balanced point. Nice ambiance, good service, and sufficient street parking spaces in the morning (not sure whether the same during rushing hours). I was thought about having a dinner here for another day, while there was no extra time left for me to stay in this lovely city. Their noodles and other Asian cuisines also look delicious! read more

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Pretty crispy and fresh pastries. Very yummy ube cream. Unique flavor combinations. Need a bigger coffee selection. The seating is cosy and simple. read more

Cafe Mochiko - Kimchi egg croissant - Bakeries Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Managed to get here twice for dinner while in Cincy for work. A coworker came in with a bunch of their pastries and we were all blown away. Decided going for a meal was a must. I think I got lucky both times as they don't take reservations, first time we were sat right down and the second only had to wait 20-30 mins. The people working there are lovely and the food is outstanding. Tried three different ramens, the best of which had a shrimp stock base and the chashu was intense and tender. The katsu sandwich is also excellent, not too fatty but very juicy. Also tried their crab cucumber salad and a risotto, both of which were very good. THE dish though? The mochi mochi panic. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, full of wok hey and umami. A dish you can't get over once you've tried and one of the best things I've eaten this year. Also, compared to NYC prices? This is a super affordable, awesome dinner out. High skilled chefs making excellent food. read more

Cafe Mochiko - Crab and Shrimp Shio Ramen - Bakeries Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Found this place after going viral on tiktok. It's such a fun spot to try out some new things! The hours are tricky so pay attention to that when planning your visit but I'd say it's worth it! They are always selling out so get there early. read more

Get there when it opens because there are no reservations. First come first serve! But do not be daunted by your wait time - they will take your phone number, and you can just duck next door to Growler House and enjoy sampling their wide variety of craft beers, ciders, sours, and spirits. A very pleasant way to wait! We've eaten at Mochiko several times. Great every time. It's a nice experience, dining at small tables with neighbors all around and everyone is happy and chill. If you're very lucky, there will be Japanese pastries or milk bread still available from the morning bakery rush (yes, it's an NYT-top-rated bakery too). PS: I had the Tantanmen ramen. Photo with my review --- I've eaten some of it because I couldn't wait to tuck in, so forgive me! This is just spectacular. And also the Shoyu ramen, AND the "Skyline" ramen (sounds weird but is super delicious and not at all what you might think it is). read more

Cafe Mochiko - Tantanmen ramen. Delicious! - Bakeries Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

What better way to wait out rain to run than to pick up pastries from Mochiko?! I've enjoyed their dinner service a few years ago but never had a chance to try their pastries. I arrived at 9:03am on a Saturday am. Doors open at 9:00am and was shocked at the line. There's a reason why they're so popular. The good news is the line moves quickly, but you need to know what you want. I made a list while waiting in line and when I got up to the counter, I rattled off my order: chocolate croissants, ube croissants, chocolate chunk cookie, BBQ pork bun, kimchi & egg croissant, sweet corn bibingkas. Everything is fresh and exceptional. I really love how they represent various Asian cultures in beautifully-baked masterpieces that are equally delicious! Plus side: Each pastry is reasonably priced! read more

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