We got the: - mango slush with mini taro balls…read more- mango chewy ball Both were good, the mango was sweet and not sour at all which was good. Limited seating but we were lucky to grab the corner table when we went. These desserts did fulfill our craving for something sweet after having dinner. We realized that we got two things of mango haha but it was fine. Next time coming back, I would like to try their Taiwanese popcorn chicken.

Loved it. Recommended for a family member to try it and they got to try it before me. They loved it…read moreand went 3 days in a row...so I knew I had to go. I love that they use fresh mangoes. Wasn't too big of a fan of the aloe jelly but overall loved it and tried the sagoo mango dessert which was delicious. Nice spot and would come back. One of the downsides is paid parking and limited street parking available which makes it less convenient.

Got to try multiple delicious drinks here. The staff were very friendly. The interior has a cozy…read moreThai street market vibe and there are a good number of seats available. My recommendations are the Pandan Taro Milk with Soft Taro Mochi, the Taro Roasted Coconut Thai Milk Tea with Soft Taro Mochi, the Roasted Coconut Thai Milk Tea and their Roasted Coconut Thai Green Milk Tea. I love their pandan drinks because they cut the pandan daily so it's fresh and has a good texture. The Mochi drinks is also one of my faves because not only it's delicious i love their soft mochi texture! Most of the ingredients they use is authenticly imported from Thailand. Genuinely had a great experience!

Really enjoyed trying Chapayom! The Taro Thai Milk Tea and Thai Green Milk Tea were both…read moredelicious, and the Roasted Coconut Taro Milk was my favourite -- so creamy and flavourful! The Mango Sticky Rice was also really good. Definitely a nice spot to try if you love Thai drinks and desserts.

I remember years ago when I first stepped into a real Chinese bakery. Actually, it was probably…read morethe first time in any real authentic Chinese place. I grew up in Scarborough (yes...Scarberia, Scarlem, ...blah) and Chinese food was your standard sweet and sour chicken balls, fried rice, egg rolls and fortune cookies. Thank the Lord that I went to UofT in downtown Toronto. It was an education in people, places, and things!!! I got to experience many flavours of Asia. Especially food from different parts of China and surrounding countries. It was wonderful, but I never liked was their desserts. Always found it artificial tasting, lacking in basic amounts of butter, milk, sugar, even technique. I didn't expect much walking to Hui Lau Shan, however, the business has done a wonderful job of modernizing and making the shop comfortable. Numerous seats and bench for you to plop yourself down and enjoy a meal on tables that have been made by one of the staff's significant other. Fun fact! It turns out that this is a chain from a famous dessert place back in Hong Kong. Here is a wiki on them: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hui_Lau_Shan The story of how this location was put together and opened was quite charming and cute. One of the owners came to Canada over a decade ago and wanted to have her favourite dessert place. Worked with a couple of people and opened up this franchise. Standing next to her husband, they recount the tale of how the place opened and what they wish to accomplish. The main attraction at HLS is the MANGO. They take painstaking steps ensure that they get the right variety and do their best to ensure that it is just ripening. Much detail to the freshness is seen in all their ingredients and finished products - they will not sell their mochi mango balls if they have been sitting for two days. Production must be well thought out. Their are plenty of choices on their menu. So many items in both to go cups and sit down and enjoy goblets. The number of ways they can produce a mango dessert is mind boggling. The way they prepare and plate is well thought out too. My personal experience and review, is based on the hospitality of the place, and the takeout that I had. I ordered a mango pomelo sago drink, and 6 of their mango mochi. WOW!...flavour explosion. Move over ice cream and waffle joints, move over french cafes, and Italian bakeries. Asian desserts have landed! You can really taste the freshness of the mango, the sweetness and just the little tartness that I like. Their sinful mochi is stuffed with a generous chunk of mango and dusted in coconut shavings. You cannot stop at one...or even 2. I had my espresso after the mochi as I didn't want to spoil the taste of each bite. I think that there is an HLS nearby and hope to have the same experience there, but I will make a note to drop by here if I am running through Hamilton. OR hmmm...any Commuting Yelper can pick me up a dozen please!!! Cheers!!!

Calling all Mango lovers out there! Rejoice for a menu filled with mango options from mango sago to…read moremango pancake! The cute little dessert place will surely be a popular spot for late night cravings in the heart of downtown Hamilton. The owner is a cute couple that I was able to chat with. The wife loved this chain of dessert cafe in Hong Kong so much she and her husband decided to open a location in Hamilton. They ensure the freshness of the products they serve and everything is made fresh the day of, even if the process takes longer, their integrity is there. That is why I loved this place! Their Mangoes are perfectly ripe and sweet and they use the smaller mango that has a better taste and texture compared to the big mango that's more stringy and not as tasty so you are paying for quality ingredients. You can just tell by the colour that the mangoes will be sweet. I loved their pomelo mango sago, mango pudding with in house milk sauce and topped with mango chunks, the mango romance is a trio of mango mochi, sago and mango ice cream, a bit of everything to try! My hands down favourite though, would have to be their Mango coconut noodle dessert. I loved slurping the smooth and cool coconut flavoured noodle dripping with their Mango sauce. Boy that's a treat for me because I've never had something so unique and tasty! Durian lovers can enjoy a thin pancake filled with fresh whipped cream and durian. They also sell fruit teas as well. This chain has become popular in China, Malaysia and South Korea. I know that they will continue their success here as well because they are far better compared to chains like Sugar Marmalade, that have tasteless fruits in their desserts from my past experiences. Drop by today and check them out! I'd be here a few times a week if I lived in Hamilton or at least weekly if my wallet allows me to!

Trie - the alley trio milk tea. The 3 different (i wanna say) toppings are interesting toping with…read morebasic tea with milk. Good combination! The barista who works here was efficient to deliver the drinks on time and maintained the drinks counter and everything clean. The ambience of this alley is really cozy. If you want to hang out on a date or read something really good place.

My go-to spot whenever I'm in the city. A hidden spot with fresh bubble tea all year round. This…read moreplace is the least busy and their drinks are always spot on with quick customer service. The ambiance is amazing to just have friends together and hang out. I usually go for the winter melon bubble tea it's my go-to definitely recommend it.

I visited here cause there was a fan organized birthday gathering. I got a slice of creme brulee…read morecheese cake and a large kumquat lime green tea (less ice, 1/4 sugar, mixed tapioca pearls). The service was quick. Ordering was easy and done through online menu (with a qr code). Food was delicious. There was a good balance of sweet and sour. The drink was good. The sweetness from the cheesecake was not overpowering and complement the drink.

Grotto is a staple bbt place with a great lounge space to hangout and enjoy the vibes and chats…read more They do have a minimum one order per person if you are seating down. They have a great selection of snacks and drinks. If you choose to takeout, you get a 15% or so discount. They might have discontinued their daily special, definately ask staff as their website still seems to indicate the offer... If you stay, they provide free popcorn for the table. Their drinks aren't too sweet, 50% sugar basically tastes like 10% at other locations, I will definately try it at full sugar next time. Overall decent drinks and deals, but the vibes is why you'll be there.

What's not to love about shaved ice? It's the perfect size for two and comes with sweetened…read moreevaporated milk you can drizzle over everything. What I love most is that the ice itself is actually flavored. A lot of places just pour syrup on top, which melts the ice and leaves you with a weird slush. This one stays smooth, flavorful, and refreshing the whole way through. Paired with all the toppings, it's the perfect guilt-free treat in this heat.

This is my go to spot for when my friends and I need a late night dessert spot! Wished it stayed…read moreopened as late as it did before. It usually gets really busy in the evenings from Friday-Sunday so make sure you come early enough to get yourself a spot or on the waitlist since they don't do reservations. Great atmosphere! My go to for dessert is their mango sago which they do pretty well - it gets the job done. If I'm craving a meal then I'd go for their minced pork on rice! Some may say it's too salty, but it okay for me.

Lait Night was a truly special experience. The desserts were exquisite and adorable; the…read morecombination of strawberries and cream was instantly uplifting. The tea selection was extensive, with distinctive flavors ranging from matcha to rose black tea, all with a refreshing aroma. The relaxed atmosphere made it perfect for small gatherings with friends or for quiet enjoyment alone. What I loved most was that it stayed open late, creating a cozy, tranquil corner that helped me unwind.

Lair Night was one of the only cafes that was open late at night, so I decided that this was a good…read moreplace to stick around. There is a seating area (that's suited more for studying than for social gatherings), and the cafe manager/ owner is extremely chill. He recommended that the matcha tsunami would be good and is very popular-- he was right. I'm not a huge fan of cold slush drinks, but the matcha tsunami was so good, not too sugary or icy, just the right amount of slush. Good ambiance, and good drinks!

We tried this spot late night as it was one of the only dessert places open in Chinatown. First…read morething we noticed was the menu was extremely large - they sell poke, burgers, noodles, taiwanese food, in addition to the regular dessert menu and drink menu. Fast service and large seating area if you're looking for a restaurant to go with your friends. Got the taro bowl which was unfornately small for the price. Compared to other staples like Meet Fresh (which closed down :( or we would've gone) This was a tiny bowl for 10$. It did taste good flavourwise but the mochi was overcooked and not chewy at all.

Pricey but yummy! We got the strawberry bingsu and the portion is quite small for $11 but it is…read morefilling.