Ouuuweeee, what a lovely place with great service. There is size friendly seating. Parking is on the street. Located next to all the other good places on the hill. LOVED the cube croissant, crunchy, layered, creamy. Loved the ube latte as well. Ham & cheese with the pesto, yum! We will be back! read more

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Decadent dulce de leche latte with a cute little croissant on top. Rich, creamy, and strong coffee flavor. A bit pricey, but everywhere is increasing their drink/latte prices; here, at least it tastes like an artisan coffee that is in some ways more like an indulging dessert than just a drink. Will have to try their other items in the future! Would come back! read more

Helado Taiyaki - Bakery window - Cafes Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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I ended up here for breakfast one morning. The breakfast menu was limited but I had heard good things about their espresso drinks and fun croissants. I got a seasonal latte that was pretty good! I also ordered a caprese sandwich which is served on a croissant. It was pretty tasty but it was missing something- more pesto or basil perhaps. My ex had the audacity to ask if I had eggs at home since nothing on the menu was speaking to him...he ended up getting a chocolate croissant which was also pretty tasty. The inside of the cafe has some really fun murals, and I saw the cubed croissants go into the case on my way out, I'll have to try one next time! There's street parking since it's off the hill, so good luck there! read more

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I've been here twice and both times it was very good. The tart of the strawberry tasted amazing with matcha. The Ube Taiyaki was so good. Next time I am going to request to get it disassembled with a cup because I couldn't eat it fast enough. We also got to try the Oreo Taiyaki and the vanilla ice cream was very good as well. The staff is quick and friendly, and it's cool in there too. I'm excited to have a soft serve ice cream spot all year round! read more

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Stopped by for the grand opening and it was not great. The customer service was not as pleasant as I thought it would be. For a grand opening I would have expected the workers to have an upbeat attitude or have a welcoming atmosphere. There was no welcome, thank you for stopping by, it was just what are you getting and here is the total. For being the only person there the wait time was a little long, maybe it's because their still new but I can only imagine if they had a long line how long it would take for a coffee to be made. The iced vanilla bean latte came out warm, if I have an ice coffee I'm looking for the coffee to be iced cold not lukewarm. The coffee spot is called "cafecito" meaning "COFFEE" and it just tastes like MILK, there was NO coffee flavor. It was so bad unfortunately I had to throw it away. I don't think I'll be back but it was nice to give it a try read more

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Rating: 4.0 Came back to try the place after they changed the place to offer pastry and drinks. It's a cafe/breakfast spot/ice cream place that offers hispanic influenced menu and taiyaki ice cream. Since it's near the federal hill, Parking is not the easiest but they do have street parking nearby. Inside was mote decorated and looked nicer than I previously visited. They do have few seatings available for eating at the location. You order at the counter and everything else is pretty much self service. We ordered the lux crostada, house special lychee drink, and Nutella croissant cube. House special lychee drink was initially not mixed so I had to give it a good mix before actually trying. The taste was good and refreshing but I didn't really taste lychee and felt more like a mango drink. My lux crostada was good. Pretty much a lux bagel but on a croissant. It was pretty messy and might be better if they cut the croissant in half and stuffed the ingredients in between rather than placing all of it on top. The Nutella croissant cube was interesting. I had heard about the craze of cube croissant but this was the first time trying. It was pretty aesthetically but It was difficulty to eat as you had to cut them and Nutella bursts out when you cut them creating a whole mess. It was tasty and certainly did not skimp out on Nutella. It was a good portion and we could only finish half. Might be good to share with multiple people. The service was good and staffs were nice. Overall the place was pretty good but I think there are improvements that can be made still. The location is also a bit inconvenient and parking can be hard to find on busy days. Overall a solid breakfast/drink/ice cream spot around federal hill area. read more

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Tuft & Taiyaki is a workshop held inside Helado Taiyaki. This workshop is a spin on paint and sip classes (artists provide step-by-step instructions to reproduce a pre-selected work of art while they drink wine or other beverages), I'll instead do tufting and get taiyaki. The tufting workshop is a 3 hour creative class that teaches attendees the skills needed to create their own tufted projects. All materials and equipment were provided, making it an all-inclusive experience for anyone looking to learn the art of tufting. I've been to RI's first and only taiyaki shop many times prior and is a really cozy and delightful ice cream shop. It was announced Helado Taiyaki's last day in Rhode Island is 09/15/24 so I knew August would be my last opportunity to take a Weekend Tufting Workshop. I registered on their website for Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 11:00AM. The total was $90.95 which includes tax. Three days prior to the workshop, I received an email from Linette Lopez Torres recommending 5 designs for beginners. If a participant has a specific design in mind or would like freehand a design, they could respond back and she will take a look and see if it can be completed within the workshop time frame. Also if there is any specific colors that the participant would like to use, you can just let them know. I chose a flower and changed the colors and added a smiley face in the middle. On the day of the workshop, doors opened exactly at 11:00AM and our 5 work stations were set up. I first signed a waiver and then learned how to use the tufting gun, threading yarn, and tried a few lines before starting on my design. It took me a little while to get the hang of things, but then it was really fun and I was tufting along. The 3 hours passed by so quickly and I really am interested in tufting again. Once I completed my rug, I chose to pay an additional $25 for them to provide some finishing touches (they'll glue, apply backing fabric, and trim rug to give it a professional finish.) I'll get a text message when the rug is ready to be picked up. It was a truly personalized and intimate experience. The instructors were always available for assistance and were very patient. The workshop was really memorable. At the end of the workshop, I had the opportunity to get a taiyaki. I chose the xstrawdinary taiyaki that has vanilla soft-serve, strawberry jam drizzle, condensed milk drizzle, and custard filled taiyaki. It was so yummy. About 2 weeks after the class, I contacted Helado Taiyaki to inquire about my finished rug and they responded 15 minutes later saying it was ready. I came back on a Sunday afternoon to pick up my finished rug. It came out beautifully and I'm so happy with it considering it's my first time tufting. I also got the ube ice cream and it was delicious. I am so sad that Helado Taiyaki is closing on 09/15/24 and I will really miss their taiyaki. read more

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The service was very friendly, the seating area was not sparkling clean but it wasn't dirty either. The ice cream creation reminds me of Instagram... looks cool in a picture, but in reality it's a mess. The fish cone bottom was served very warm, filled with soft serve ice cream which immediately melted down the cone and over my hands. I couldn't even get a picture fast enough before I was covered in dripping ice cream. It's just too messy. I had to eat it as fast as I could so I couldn't savor the creation. I ended up taking off all the toppings because it was melting away by the second. Sorry, but this was a miss. read more

Helado Taiyaki - Menu - Cafes Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Too messy Too overpriced Too focused on looking pretty for Instagram Not flavored just dusted with sugar that gets everywhere Not amazing ice cream on par with McDonald's soft serve The people are friendly and that's about it. read more

Here's the thing... their ice cream is delicious!! The options - amazing. However, we arrived here after a day of fun, picked out our seats, and then ordered our special treats. While they were making ice cream, we asked to use the bathroom... And they said they didn't have one . We are on Atwells Avenue. No restaurants want to allow you to come into their establishment to use their bathroom.... We asked to use their bathroom. They said this is a takeout place. This is not a takeout place... There are MANY tables and chairs. It was kind of frustrating... We ordered ice cream then I had to tell them to wait before making it because we had to go find a place that would allow us to go into their establishment to use their bathroom even though we weren't eating there... Long story short... make sure you use the loo before you come to Helado. read more

What a fun little take on an ice cream place. Came here after eating at Angelo's on the hill because we had heard it was a great great female, minority owned business that had a unique take on ice cream. We heard right. Upon entering the cute little, super busy ordering area, you get struck by how many options there are. There are five or six already existing choices of toppings and flavors, as well as a make your own option. I went with the Oreo, which had about six different other things mixed into it. For $5, this cup was a great value. The ice cream was top notch. The toppings were diverse and interesting with lots of different textures and tastes. I loved it. It's also a cute space to sit down and enjoy your treat. It was super busy at 6: 30 p.m. on a Sunday when it was 39° out... I'm sure it gets very busy when it's warmer so get in there early and get a feel for what you're going to enjoy. I could not recommend this place more highly. Super fun. Super tasty. Super value. read more

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LOVE LOVE LOVE!!! They have a mix of bakery options and a range of flavors for taiyaki. The only other time I've had a cube croissant was at Lakon Pattissier in Boston, so seeing it was a pleasant surprise! Definitely going to grab one next time. As for the taiyaki, they should make a liquid IV version, I need this 24/7. It didn't feel like a race against time eating the ice cream of fear of it melting (like I struggled with at locations in Boston). Not to mention the generous size of the portion too! The rich flavor of the ube flavor was so potent, I might as well have bit into the potato itself, GOODNESS! The people who work there are so sweet and took the time to discuss the process and random flavors and toppings involved. They even sometimes host little events (like a stitching one when I visited the second time). Overall, the place is amazing and is 100/10!!! read more

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The kids wanted to try the ice cream in the fish cones! All 3 of us enjoyed the ice cream and the yummy toppings. There were a few cute areas inside to take pictures and limited indoor seating. The location is convenient, on Federal Hill. This is a cute place to stop to celebrate a special occasion. read more

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This place is called Helado Taiyaki AND cafecito Taiyaki on social media~ which is where I found out of this place~ the beautifully delicious flavors images, and advertisements worked on me. Inside is very cute, with Taiyaki art on all the walls and a well lit menu with all the options on the wall. There was plenty of seating, but do keep in mind that it is a small place and probably can get over crowded. The shop is on the corner with street parking only. A bit of a hassle, but a good way to find out if it's busy inside or not, if you find parking or not. I ordered an abuelita hot chocolate which was hot, and it was great. It wasn't too overly sweet, and hit my chocolate craving in a good way. It even had a little mini croissant on the top that I ate and forgot to take a picture of. My partner ordered a mango refresher which was good~ definitely spin it around before trying because the sweetness is all on the bottom. My prosciutto crotada was deliciously savory! Amazing! My partner ordered the smoked lox crostadaans the salmon was. I am a not a fan or cream cheese, but I didn't mind the bites since it was good and wasn't too overpowering. I HAD to try the viral cubes! We ordered a Nutella cube with a Maria cookie on top. It looked promising and huge. It came in a to-go box which I asked for in case we didn't finish it. The box fits the pastry EXACTLY which was funny but hard! We couldn't take the cube out without getting the toppings all over our hands. We opted to cut into it, and oh boy, I looked like they just poured a whole bottle of Nutella inside. The bread was fluffy and light, but I was very overwhelmed by the chocolate. Too much in my opinion, and that's coming from me, a sweet lover. Everything else I tried was delicious~ I want to come back and try other drinks and pastries. Hopefully not something overly sweet. Not even my inner child enjoyed it . But I loved the crostada! read more

Have been following them on instagram and wanting to try their famous croissant cubes! Finally made it and was definitely worth it! Parking in that area is always horrible, no matter what day or time, prepare to drive around unless you want to pay at a lot. The shop is very cute, with a few tables so its not just take out. Went on a Sunday around 11:30 and was pretty busy in the shop; i waited a while for them to take my order but there seemed to be only 3 people working (2 in front one in back making hot items) so it was understandable. They were nice and attentive. I noticed they had chai latte on the menu, ordered one and it was so good! Only wish they had coconut milk or skim as an option (they do have almond and oat, plus reg milk). I ordered a biscoff cube and a guava/cheese pasty. Paid little over $30, which isn't cheap but they tasted so good, it was worth it! I will def go back! We read more

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I am so deeply saddened that Helado Taiyaki will be closing its location in Providence! I only recently discovered this amazing little ice cream shop and I'm so disappointed in myself for not coming sooner!!! Their Ube ice cream with Oreo cookie crumbles was one of the best I have ever had! It was so delicious I was willing to come back for it a second time this week, but they sadly their last day was Sunday. I wish them the best of luck during their transition to Miami! They will be missed. read more

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One of my favorite treat spots is Helado Taiyaki, the delightful ice cream parlor nestled in Providence's Atwells neighborhood. This place offers a truly unique experience that blends delicious ice cream desserts with a creative twist. The star of the show at Helado Taiyaki is their ice cream served in fresh-made fish-shaped cones. It's not just about the taste; it's a visual delight. These adorable cones add a playful element to your ice cream enjoyment and make for fantastic Instagram-worthy moments. What sets this place apart is the unexpected combination of ice cream and rug tufting. Yes, you read that right! You can indulge in your favorite ice cream while learning the art of rug tufting. It's an unusual pairing that somehow works beautifully. You can treat your taste buds and your creative side simultaneously. The atmosphere at Helado Taiyaki is cozy and inviting, making it a perfect spot for a fun outing with friends or a family adventure. Whether you're a local looking for a unique treat or a visitor exploring Providence, this ice cream parlor offers a memorable experience that's both delicious and creatively inspiring. Don't miss out on this hidden gem in the Atwells neighborhood; it's an absolute must-visit! read more

This place is so fun. Everything from the art on the wall down to the ice cream toppings are so unique. Definitely worth stopping in if you're in the area. You can choose from premade specialty cones or create your own fun creations. There is a seating area with a couch and tables and is just perfect for taking photos. Staff was friendly and helpful. read more

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I came for the giant square croissants. When I got there they had vanilla bean and cookie butter filled left. I went with vanilla bean and bought 2, they were $10 a piece, which I thought was a completely reasonable price for a croissant that would easily serve four people. While we were there, of COURSE we also got taiyaki cones. I created my own with vanilla custard at the bottom, and then vanilla soft serve doused in toasted coconut. My son went with an in house ube creation, his even came with a small skewer of ube mochi. When we were leaving, we noticed that they were making small taiyaki to put on the top of ice cream cups. We ended up buying some of those straight up and they were 100%. The next day, I brought one of the croissants to work and cut it into four parts, should have recorded it for IG, oh well! read more

Really fun interior and decor! Friendly, accommodating staff who are ready to bring these delicious treats to life on order. Not too long of a wait, and good feels throughout. Each order is handmade with evident care and creativity! Swing through on a sunny or rainy day - the quality is amazing! read more

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The ice cream was outstanding! Ordered the Maria Maria and the Strawberry. The design of the signature cones are very creative and appealing. The sitting area has artistic pop art murals on the wall. The service was attentive, fast, and friendly. The custard inner filling was delicious. The cone was soft like a firm waffle. The ice cream was sweet and airy. Looking forward to coming back to try the other flavors! read more

Helado Taiyaki - Strawberry - Cafes Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Decent taiyaki in the area! Came here on Saint Patty's Day and they had green-colored taiyaki which was cute. We ordered the Matcha Taiyaki Signature, and we had to wait quite a bit before we could place our order. But, our treat was ready pretty fast. The taiyaki with soft serve is so aesthetic! The matcha soft serve was creamy but there honestly was not much of a matcha flavor. The taiyaki was crispy and not soggy which was nice. However, there was no custard filling inside our taiyaki as listed on the menu, and that was really disappointing. The toppings were alright, nothing stellar. This place was a nice sweet treat but honestly not worth coming back for. Really mediocre food and not worth the price at all. read more

Helado Taiyaki - Inside - Cafes Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Great place with some unique treats. They had a class going on during the visit. Tried the Cube Croissant, very tasty had a surprising taste of creamy and crispy. Also had the Dulce de Leche Latte, super delicious and creamy. The smore on top was a perfect ending. Nice place to stop by to pick something up for breakfast. read more

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Enjoyed a delightful experience at Helado, the Japanese ice cream place! Tried the chocolate flavor, and it was a winner. Love the idea that you can customize as you wish. A satisfying treat for ice cream enthusiasts. read more

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Walking around the federal hill area when my friends and I stumbled upon this place! When we first saw the sign, we were unsure about what it was. Once we googled it, we realized that it was an ice cream shop and we had to stop. The staff was incredibly friendly and had a fast turnaround from the time we ordered to the time we had the ice cream in our hands! The decor and the ambiance were very fun and enjoyable! We enjoyed pur tasty ice cream and then spent a little time afterward sitting and talking. My only criticism, if I am being nitpicky, is that I wish there were a little bit more tables/seating. When we entered the location, it was pretty full read more

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The location is easy to get to located right off of federal hill across from BOA. The staff as soon as I walked in with my toddler were friendly and inviting welcoming me with kind words. The croissants that u purchased one Nutella and one Vanilla were too well done for my liking but once you're able to get inside it's fluffy and delicious, my favorite being the vanilla. read more

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I'm a huge ice cream lover! Everything was really delicious. The store is also really cute and the staff was nice. The only thing for us is that I wish they made these things with a size smaller than this as an option. It can be pretty hefty to finish lol but it's definitely good! read more

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The cube croissant is $12 and has the perfect amount of butteriness. The cookie butter cream was delicious, so I'm eager to try their different flavors next time. However, the coffee was disappointing. I ordered a vanilla bean latte, while my friend got a matcha latte, and both tasted primarily like whole milk with very little flavor; I could barely taste the matcha or vanilla at all. I wouldn't recommend ordering a drink from this place, but the cube croissant was quite good. Another issue is that they only have a small commercial sized espresso machine, which makes the wait for drinks feel much longer. read more

Helado Taiyaki - Cafes Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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The place was not very clean and the staff were not friendly. There were three people behind the counter but only one helped customers, which caused an unnecessary wait. read more

I discovered this little shop last year in August. I have the ice cream passport from Rhode Island food fights. They served their ice cream in a cone shaped like a fish. The food was absolutely out of this world. They talked about how they made their croissants and stuff for breakfast so I happen to be going to an art event with my daughter, and I stopped in over the weekend and picked up a ham and cheese croissant, which was huge as well as a regular croissant. They were both very big and able to be. split between the two of us. The person behind the counter was warm, kind friendly. I remember telling how I've been there for the ice cream and was totally impressed with the ice cream cone type of thing because I have braces. It's hard to eat the hard cone. She was very, very nice explaining how they made the croissants, etc. The place is quiet in the morning, which was good cause I hate really crazy busy places it was just warm and inviting and comfortable and I really hope I get to go back there again which I'm sure I will because the food's always right top notch read more

Great ice cream. Amazing service. Ample seating. The fish-shaped cone is softer & more narrow than you might expect. read more

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Honestly shocked to find one of these places in RI. But glad to see it here. The location is a bit tough with parking. You have to do street parking. Place is very cute and hip. Plenty of fun spots to take your instagram pictures though! The quality though isn't the best. The ice cream flavors are not very strong.... it's so light. Barely any taste in the matcha or ube flavors. Very sweet almost too sweet. The toppings are very little. The taiyaki itself was ok. Nice and crispy. But don't expect too much out of this compare to some legit taiyaki places. Just a fun looking dessert for pictures. The seating area is small. Staff members were wearing masks at all times. read more

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This is such a fun place to get a treat!! The decor is super cute and they offer inventive and fun rotating flavors and toppings inside cute fish shaped waffles! Only word of caution, my husband advised them of his gluten allergy which they were accommodating with putting his in the cup, but they did add a pocky stick to his ice cream which is not gluten free. Besides that, highly recommend this fun spot! read more

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Totally worth the almost 1hr drive here! The combination of ice cream and a filled taiyaki was absolutely delicious! The employees were super friendly and happy to answer any questions. The decor of the restaurant is so pretty and matches the vibe perfectly! read more

Helado Taiyaki - Matcha Taiyaki - Cafes Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Absolutely delicious! I got the Maria Maria and every item was delicious from the taiyaki filled with guava to the Maria cookie and soft serve itself. The store was completely packed and the workers were nonstop processing orders. The place is nicely decorated and there was a lot of diversity with everyone who walked in. Definitely a place to try. read more

Helado Taiyaki - Maria Maria - Cafes Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I love the ambiance. I wish the music was louder. You gotta bump harder. Taiyaki process was easy. Not complicated like some places. Place was clean. Staff was helpful. Taiyaki was soft and crunchy outside. Nice and warm while the soft serve ice cream gave it nice texture contrasts and temperature contrast. Nice . Smooth. Great experience. read more

Helado Taiyaki - Cafes Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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What a cute ice cream spot! We came here on a Saturday night, so of course it got pretty crowded being that it's a small space. My niece really enjoyed her matcha cone, and the decor inside is absolutely adorable and incredibly inviting. The staff was kind and quick although it was busy. Will come back! read more

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My first time trying ube ice cream and I'm hooked! Pleasant staff who patiently explained all taiyaki flavors and combos to us - only drawback is that they were super busy, the space was crowded and needed someone attending to cleaning the area after people left. read more

FOOD: I think that Helado Taiyaki is a great dessert addition to the Providence Area. I'd honestly get the ice cream in the taiyaki cake itself for the full experience of trying the dessert instead of a cup. I tried one of their signature options -- the Ube, which consisted of ube ice cream, condensed milk, and oreo crumbles. It was DELICIOUS. Light, creamy, and organic! I also appreciated how it was easy to eat and didn't melt as fast as other soft serves I've had. You can make your own taiyaki combination, but I'm looking forward to trying their other signature items. SERVICE: Despite being busy, the service was quick and fast! Very friendly and helpful as well. However, I wish there was a scannable menu instead of just paper ones.. PRESENTATION: The shop itself is small, but has a nice area where you can eatand take photos in front of their taiyaki mural and Taiyaki_time sign! Just watch your step when you are entering and leaving the shop. ** Street parking only ** Price was ~8, but fairly reasonable considering the amount you receive and because they source locally for ingredients. read more

Helado Taiyaki - ube taiyaki (~ $8.50) - Cafes Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Cute place! Awesome mural and neon art. Great service! Xstrawdinary and Ube. Both so yummy! Will def go back. read more

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