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    Cafe Mochiko

    4.6 (230 reviews)
    ModerateBakeries, Cafes, Japanese
    Closed 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Jonnah M.

    The menu has very limited options. The wasn't as authentic as I expected, which was a little disappointing. The flavors seemed more catered to an American palate rather than traditional Asian flavors. Unfortunately, it just wasn't my preferred style of Asian food, but the experience may be different for those who enjoy this type of food. And the service was ok. It was very crowded.

    Mochi Mochi Panic
    Anthony T.

    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!

    Hang D.

    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.

    Cincinnati Style Ramen
    Max G.

    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.

    Corn
    Kyle B.

    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.

    Ramp Miso Ramen
    Joanne T.

    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.

    Vanessa B.

    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!

    Chicken karaage
    alexandra k.

    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!

    Smashburger
    Van Anh N.

    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 :)

    Kioke shoyu ramen
    Ann S.

    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.

    Ube croissant, everything bao
    Anna Y.

    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!

    Devena S.

    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.

    So Nacha chocolate chunk cookie, sweet corn bibingka and matcha yuzu cake.
    Eda X.

    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.

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    This is a gem! I loved the small menu. Wonderful plates all around. The servers are very kind.

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    Amazing food! Definitely try all of their pastries. Can't wait to go back for dinner. Great location and chill vibe

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    Ask the Community - Cafe Mochiko

    As of today (1/14/2022), can you actually go inside or is the only service available through an outside window? If it is outside only, are the dinners available for carryout?

    They've had dine-in for months now, both for their dinner service as well as bakery (though for bakery hours, you need to order outside before taking it in if you want to sit). Get there early though - lines often go out the door!

    Do they serve bubble tea?

    No they don't. Coffee and tea at the moment.

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