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    4.3 (602 reviews)
    Open 1:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Melanie N.

    Love Oakobing! Usually I have a great experience because the shaved ice quality is pretty good and ends up being pretty creamy. I've gotten the Oreo shaved ice and the strawberry Matcha shaved ice in the past and both have been pretty delicious. Service is minimal because you just order on the screen and then your dessert will come out fairly quickly. Luckily, we went on a weekday so it wasn't as busy but other reviews have said that there's sometimes a line. Ambience is fairly snug with limited seating if you visit during peak hours. Parking is limited outside to street parking and metered parking.

    Mango Melon Shaved Ice
    Yovy D.

    This place is really enjoyable! Paying upfront might be a little different, but it's all part of the experience. We enjoyed some delicious Matcha, mango , and melon --all very refreshing and clean. Just a heads-up, it tends to get quite busy after 3pm on Sundays, so it's a cozy, family-friendly spot with small seating. Hope you have a great time!

    Strawberry Matcha Shaved Ice
    Jennifer N.

    We entered, it's a small place, but it was nice and bright. We ordered on the screen, paid, and then waited for them to call us. The shaved ice came out quickly. So glad we came before the rush as after we got our shaved ice, there ran out of seats! The ice was very soft and we loved how it was not too sweet but we could add some watered down condensed milk on top if we wanted to. The flavors also really came through in the ice. The whole dessert was absolutely light, refreshing, and delicious. They also have lattes and croffles. I highly recommend. We got the mango melon & strawberry matcha shaved ice. Will definitely be back to try the strawberry and black sesame!

    Strawberry Classic Set
    Johnny W.

    This location is small and the line was long but the service is fast. You can't really see the employees of the store because you wait in line order at the single kiosk then pick up your order. This dessert is amazing though. I am hooked and will be looking for this stuff in any city I visit. Cheers!

    Amanda L.

    Reliable spot in Pasadena if you're looking for some Bingsu! Plenty of restaurants nearby to explore as well.

    Mango Melon Shaved Ice
    Danielle G.

    presentation here is phenomenal. they had a huuuuuuuge shaved snow with a little pyramid wall of melon balls and a light milk drizzle. the mango snow was ok, it wasn't creamy enough to my liking and the flavor was mid. i didn't like the lack of toppings variety here, and the snow not being of a stand out flavor/texture made it just average for me. my dog liked it tho

    Helen D.

    Walked over after having dinner nearby. It was just ok. The dessert is refreshing but mochi was tiny and hard. The menu is very limited. The portion is huge and definitely shareable. The matcha latte was not good. It tasted artificial.

    Injeolmi & Chocolate
    DY R.

    This is one of the dessert spots I keep coming back to. Compared to other places in Pasadena, it's a solid option for both price and quality. My girlfriend and I usually go for the injeolmi and then pick another flavor depending on the day. I was a bit disappointed to see that they no longer carry black sesame. I've seen people complain about the wait time, but the shop is usually run by just one or two people, so a line is kind of expected. If there's a long wait, it might be better to try somewhere else nearby.

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    Hanna Y.

    I came here with my sister in a hot day. Definitely the place to be when we wanted a cold sweet treat. We ordered from the kiosk and waited at the table. It is a small place with some tables. The place had a a clean look to it. They also have free water. My sister got the Oreo tiramisu and I got the strawberry. We liked that they come in individual sizes but even then I think we could've shared. Both were super refreshing although I definitely liked the strawberry more because it was more refreshing.

    Injeolmi and Mango bingsu
    Carlo L.

    This was my first time experiencing bingsu and it did not disappoint. Although this is located in the heart of Pasadena, the distance it took to get there is well worth it. Many flavors and side options to choose from. I had the Injeolmi and the mixture of milk and red beans is just pure heaven!

    Milk flavored :,)
    Trin H.

    |[ y i p p i e ]| 3.75 stars. Warning: hardish non free parking and limited seating. Cute lil dessert spot, I love that there is a smaller size than the usual huge ones! Light and sweet, though I wished they had more toppings on it. It was sweet enough without the condense milk. Service is quick and efficient, there's an ordering kiosk. |[ v e r d i c t ]| Cute and gets the job done, opens late. Reasonably priced for the portion ($8ish for a single which we shared between 2 people) :3

    Kelly B.

    UPDATED: It took 1 hour and 20 minutes to get shaved ice. We drove here specifically to try this place as kiddo and hubby wanted shaved ice. We arrived to a packed cafe but we still got in line to order something from a kiosk as the line wasn't bad. While the line was short the line didn't move very fast at all. All the tables were full but no one except one table was eating any shaved ice. While we waited to order an announcement came over the PA not to order extra fruit. Then a few minutes later, they announced that they were cutting off orders then another 10 minutes they shut down orders until 4pm. I'm an hour in and I still do not have any shaved iced. I don't care how popular or viral a place gets. When you have two people in the back and backed up orders that you can't fill, you simply don't know the operations portion of your business. You could pay two, three more kids $15 bucks and rake in more profits. Instead you have a bunch of pissed off people. Below is a picture of the shaved ice of the only people eating in the full cafe when I walked in. I wonder if we will ever get ours?

    Single Mango Shaved Ice with extra mango
    Calli Y.

    So we came today from an instagram post and so did almost everyone else here. Needless to say they were not prepared at all!! There was 1 worker all by herself and she tried her best. However we all waited well over an hour for shaved ice. She had to shut down orders because she couldn't keep up on a hot, busy Saturday!! We were told 20 min wait time but over an hour later, we finally got our order. It wasn't even in order since the lady behind us who I helped place the order got hers before all of us. 2 girls order 38&39 was waiting before us how why did 44 get hers before all of us. Who knows. She tried her best but needed help!! Once the owner finally showed up, they opened back up for orders even though they still haven't caught up??!?!! Who knows. As for the actual mango single, it was very refreshing and not too sweet at all! Great treat on a hot day. The food itself is probably a 4. However service and then having to pay extra for more parking since they took soo long was a bit much. We drive all the way from the OC so we had to be patient. Worth a try if you can go when there is no crowds!!

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    I'm hoping that parking here at the Pasadena location is much easier than anywhere in K-Town...is it?

    Old town pasadena has 3 free 90 minute parking lots ($2/hour after and there is a set amount past a certain time at night) on Green Street, De Lacey Avenue, and Raymond Avenue. The Raymond parking lot is closest to oakobing.

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    Tea Spots

    Tea Spots

    3.8
    (723 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    Tea Spots is located at 1443 East Colorado Boulevard Pasadena California 91106. It is located in a…read moresmall group of stores just east of the intersection of Colorado Boulevard and Hill Avenue. There are three small eateries and a nail salon located here. An adequate parking lot is located in front of these stores. Upon entering tea spots I was greeted by a friendly hello. I walked to the counter and asked questions about the types of food that they had available. The staff described a variety of selections. They are definitely more than just tea and smoothies. They have what they call 'snacks' on a large menu. These are more than snacks, they are full meals. I decided on some Ramen and Potstickers. I was impressed that they asked me exactly how I wanted things prepared. Spice levels were a prime consideration, so I decided on medium spicy. As I waited on my order, I looked at their beverage menu that was filled with different Boba coffees, teas and slushies. There are also quite a number of items on the menu that I want to try with different styles of preparation. After about 10 minutes my food was ready and I was out the door and on my way home. They do have areas inside this location to dine inside. When I unpacked my food at home, I was pleased to see how carefully it had been put together. They had everything individually wrapped. I was eager to try the potstickers first. The Pork Potstickers were delicious. Great flavor and moist with a crisp outside edge. The Japanese Miso Ramen wes filled with flavor and spice. I added some Sriracha and Soy Sauce to complete my preference. I look forward to coming back and enjoying some different beverages and flavors from the kitchen.

    This is my go-to boba tea and food spot near PCC. I usually love coming during their happy hour…read morebecause they have great deals on tea, shaved ice, and their bowls. Recently, I got an email saying they now have new sizzling plates, and I couldn't wait to try them. They offer four different sizzling plates, and I went with the beef fried noodles. Honestly, it's not the best--the flavor is a bit off, but I was really hungry so I ate about half. It's okay after adding some Sriracha, but I wouldn't order it again. The sizzling plate comes with a tea, and I got an oolong tea with 50% sweetness. It was just okay. Parking can be challenging at times, and the spaces are pretty narrow.

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    Matcha Cafe Maiko

    Matcha Cafe Maiko

    4.1
    (131 reviews)
    5.4 mi
    $$

    Came here after completely stuffing myself at Kagura. One taste of the matcha and suddenly,…read moresomehow, there was room for dessert. The matcha soft serve was rich, smooth, and exactly what I needed after a big meal. Also, remember to grab their stamp card because one visit can easily turn into several. Matcha everything. Matcha made in heaven.

    Came Back for the Special... But I'm Sticking to the Shaved Ice!…read more After how delicious our first visit was, I knew I had to come back and try one of their specials. Unfortunately... this one just wasn't for me. Maiko Special -- $13.50 Rating: 6/10 There was SO much happening in this cup that I honestly didn't know where my taste buds were supposed to focus! Between the different ingredients, flavors, and textures, it felt like a little bit of everything was thrown in. The jelly at the bottom was pretty bland, and the red beans were just okay. The matcha cake had a decent texture and paired nicely with the ube and matcha ice cream, but then came the cereal crunch... and at that point, my taste buds were like, "Girl, we need a moment." Individually, I think some of these ingredients would be great, but together there were just too many flavors competing in one cup for my liking. I'm still glad I gave it a try, especially since I was craving something different after our first visit. But now I know myself better--I'm definitely sticking with their shaved ice next time! Sometimes you have to try the fancy special to realize your original favorite was already perfect. Happy sweets!

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    Meet Fresh

    Meet Fresh

    2.9
    (1.3k reviews)
    5.2 mi
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    a good place for dessert with family or friends. came here on a hot August day, and the AC was used…read moreto the minimum. it was really warm inside.    ambiance: theres lots of seating all around.  not the cutest date spot, its a very casual spot.   service: self service kiosk   food: ordered an ice shave and jelly bowl. it wasnt sweet at all, so good if thats what youre going for. if not its not gonna be your fav. the drinks were good here though. tea is strong and fresh

    This place used to be so good, with good air conditioning and customer service. If you want to…read moreenjoy a nice cold dessert on a hot summer day now (and the LA heat is BLAZING), the air conditioning is not on, the windows are up to the ceiling and no curtains to block the sunlight. You will sweat nonstop even while eating your iced dessert. Don't want to sit in the heat while eating dessert and get a to-go order? They will NOT make your order correctly. Multiple times where I've ordered a dessert and added condense milk, they've forgotten it. No problem, I learned my lesson to check if it's on the side before I leave. This time I went I wanted to add sesame balls. I didn't check because why would I need to open the container and stir around to see if it's in there? I got home and there was no sesame balls or the other toppings I added. Each topping is $1-1.25 each. Sure that's not expensive by itself. But with each order it adds up. Hard to want to enjoy something from what use to be your favorite spot when they keep messing up and don't bother to care when you bring up a complaint to them. My suggestion is to go to another location or stop supporting this place altogether. The store owner is too cheap to get the amount of attention they do.

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    Joy

    Joy

    4.5
    (2.1k reviews)
    3.7 mi
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    Taste: 5 Value: 5…read moreService: 5 One of the best Taiwanese meals I've had since coming back from Taipei at the start of the year. The hot and sour soup was thick and chunky, just how I like the soup. The scallion bread sandwich with 5-spice beef was distinct. The bread was perfectly baked and the beef was flavorful and juicy. There was both mustard greens and pickles that gave crunch and acidity to balance the meat and bread. The lotus root salad was refreshing while still having a kick from their in-house chili oil. Dan Dan noodles were also excellent. Fresh cucumbers, chewy noodles, flavorful sauce. Hearty portions with enough for a lunch the next day. Also appreciated the speed of service. Lines move quickly and food comes out quickly. Looking forward to my next visit!

    I found Joy on Yelp and decided to give it a try for Friday lunch around 2 p.m. I found parking…read moreabout a block away. I was surprised by the long line and waited about 15-20 minutes to order. I tried the minced pork over rice, a five-spice beef bun, beef fun to go, and a taro drink. I found a seat right away, and the food came out promptly. The rice was topped with delicious fresh pickles and a tasty egg. Unfortunately, I didn't care for the minced pork. The texture was mushy, and it seemed either overcooked or like it had been sitting under heat too long. It definitely didn't taste freshly cooked. It also had a bitter flavor that reminded me of five-spice powder that had been cooked too long. I ate about half because I was hungry but didn't take the rest home. The taro drink was just okay. It wasn't blended smoothly and had chunky pieces getting stuck in the straw. The good news is the beef bun was tasty after I warmed it up at home. In hindsight, I should have just gotten a few of those instead of the minced pork! I've eaten authentic Taiwanese food in Taiwan, so I do have a point of comparison. Unfortunately, based on what I tried, Joy was underwhelming overall.

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