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Amazing Crème Brûlée Match, absolutely delicious. Love the swirls throughout the drink…read more This place is popular, lots of people coming and going. Definitely worth the drive next time I'm in San Jose.

The upside is they've finally added another unique-ish soft serve flavor in black sesame, although…read morethey were sold out when I went. Downside is they got rid of their taiyaki making this shop lose its original charm completely and what made it standout from your run-of-the-mill matcha shop in the bay. A big shame.

Uji Matcha ice cream

Inside of the fish, Nutella was just a small scoop inside, not spread out evenly along the inner edges

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Co Ba Dessert Tea & Coffee

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Kitchen open late

Happy hour specials

The Chè (5/5): The dessert menu strikes a fantastic balance between classic sweetness and rich…read moretexture. The Ha Noi Mist stand out with fresh ingredients--rich coconut milk, perfectly chewy tapioca, and sweet jellies that aren't overwhelmingly sugary. Everything tastes fresh-made daily rather than artificially pre-packaged. Service & Staff (5/5): The nhân viên (staff) are exceptionally warm, welcoming, and fast on their feet. Even during busy peak hours, the service remains attentive and patient, whether you are dining in or grabbing a quick order to go. Ambiance & Cleanliness (5/5): A cozy, clean, and bright spot to hang out with friends or grab a refreshing treat after a meal.

The coffee was pretty good, very nice taste, service was kinda bad, they were pretty stingy. The…read moreambiance was normal, nothing special.

Ha Long Sunset

Sai Gon Pearl

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CA Bakehouse

4.3(1.1k reviews)

9.8 km•East San Jose

Amazing pastries and baked goods!!! We always stop by when we're at Vietnam Town and San Jose in…read moregeneral. You order at the window or you can place an order online. I believe there is also a kiosk too. The line moves very quickly, so don't let the long line scare you! My favorites to get are the choux, egg tarts, and croissants! Everything is great, really! I recently tried the filled croissants and they are flaky on the outside and soft and gooey on the inside. The Pandan and durian flavors are also very pronounced.

Portugese egg tart (3/5 not warmed up, 4/5 warmed up): This egg tart was very yummy when warmed up…read morein the air fryer at home. The custard is very soft and sweeter than other egg tarts i have had before Kaya choux (4/5): Not too sweet and had a ton of cream inside. There isn't any seating and you can order the pastries to go. Staff was nice, fast, and efficient!!

Kaya Croissant - Buttery layered croissant with fresh pandan custard

Inside the bakery!

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3.9(802 reviews)

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bingsoo with green tea, matcha sauce, red bean mochi and cheesecake cubes (sometimes you gotta take…read morea bite first and then fix your dessert) always order the cheesecake cubes, it will never disappoint! the ice cream works great, as it doesn't melt too fast! it was so packed today, ending up sharing a table with another group been coming here for years! been telling friends and bringing them here too. on busy days, having someone help reorganize the tables helps - ie. 2, 4, 6 or other tables sizes closing the blinds on super hot days and turning up the AC with hot days

Honeydew - it's kind of hard to cut the honeydew but it looks cool. The bowl is cute. The fruit was…read moresweet Almond - it tastes very dry, almost like sawdust so it can make you cough if you accidentally inhale the powder. Strawberry - not in season so it's sour. Service takes a while because it's usually busy but it's worth the wait especially for first timers. Very pretty looking and good for groups.

Mango cheese sulbing

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I've been on a mango kick recently, and my best friend highly recommended Hui Lau Shan. I was…read moreintrigued and decided to order delivery. I really appreciated that the items came in a sealed bag. Not only did it ensure freshness, but it also helped assure me that the food wasn't tampered with. The bag was cute too. I'm actually glad that I ordered online, because the menu explicitly stated that products contain lard. I don't eat pork, so heads up if you don't either. I got the coconut mango sago (D4) and mango mochi. I dove right into the mochi, which was fantastic. The mochi was so soft and chewy, the shredded coconut attributed a nice texture, and I loved the mango bits in the center. I also enjoyed the coconut mango sago. There wasn't an option to modify the sweetness, which I was concerned about at first. The drink came out perfectly in balance with sweetness, and I felt that mostly came from the natural sweetness of the mango and coconut milk. I would absolutely return to try other things off the menu. I'm a fan of coconut mango and pomelo/grapefruit at other drink spots, so it's top of my list to try next time.

Their dessert is here is good, IF it's mango season because they use fresh fruit…read more Decent spot for dessert after grabbing dinner nearby.

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4.3(886 reviews)

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Delicious mango creations! We will surely come back…read more Indoor and outdoor seating available. Lots of parking in the plaza but this place can get really busy.

Luckily, we got here right before the rush. There are a few tables inside, although it does feel…read morekind of cramped, it's clean and they do have outdoor seating available. I asked which options were vegan-friendly, and the person at the register said they have two options: Mango Sago and HK Lemon Tea. I opted for the Mango Sago Bowl. The bowls and spoon are super cute! I loved the fresh mango (I wish there was more on top) and the icy mango base. The sago pearls were tiny and added some texture. I skipped the tea because I planned to get a drink next door, but I would try it next time.

D3. Pomelo & Mango with Sago | IG: xstina.eats

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Snowtime

4.6(330 reviews)

5.6 km•West San Jose

I've been coming to Snowtime for a couple of years, and it's still one of my favorite dessert spots…read morewhenever I'm in the Campbell area. They have an impressive variety of drinks and desserts, and I especially love that their snow/bingsu comes in three different sizes (small, medium, large), making it perfect whether you're treating yourself or sharing with friends. On my latest visit, I tried the Banana Matcha drink, and the flavor was delicious. The banana layer on the bottom is a nice touch and you can clearly taste both the matcha and banana. My only note is that I wish the layer on top was a bit thicker for a creamier texture. Even so, the quality and consistency keep me coming back. If you're craving shaved snow desserts, soft serve or unique drinks, Snowtime is always worth a visit!

Absolutely loved the Tira-Miss-you here. It's my go-to flavor, the snow is done perfectly, and the…read moresweetness is just the right amount. The mini Taiyaki were amazing too. Tried the pesto cheese, blueberry cream cheese custard, and Nutella flavors, crispy, salty, and sweet, very flavorful. We had like 6-7 of those and still wanted more. The place has nice interiors, good spot to hang out with friends or family after a meal. Service can be better, a bit slow at times, but nothing too bad. Highly recommended!

Miss-You-Matcha

Berry Bingsu Regular size

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Interior

Dzui's Cakes & Desserts

4.0(437 reviews)

10.5 km•East San Jose

Great customer service! Tasty broth and noodles :) thai tea was tasty. High chairs available…read more Great for late night snack

This place was on my saved list for a long time…read more Finally got to try the durian milk tea and the crepes here. LOVED them both. The reviews for the drinks are very mixed, specially durian madness. so I was nervous to order it. I chose the milk tea instead . It had chunks of fruit and salted foam at the top. 25% sweetness, less ice was perfect!!! Also tried the hambalang milk tea. It was a good black milk tea with jelly. Nothing too unique. Durian crepes were light , had a good balance of durian and the whip cream .

Lava something, I forget

Hambalang Milk Tea

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Izumi Matcha

4.3(847 reviews)

11.3 km

I come here pretty regularly for their matcha drinks. My go-to is the honey matcha latte with oat…read moremilk. They give you the option to put double matcha (for the honey matcha latte) which is a plus! The double shot of matcha and the honey pairs really well together. It has the perfect amount of sweetness and a perfect amount of matcha to make it taste rich without being bitter. The strawberry matcha latte has strawberry puree and strawberry bits which makes it taste really sweet. It's a really good contrast of flavors and an overall solid strawberry matcha latte. They also updated the self-ordering kiosk with 2 instead of one now, so there's barely any lines now compared to when they first opened. The drinks are a lot quicker so you don't have to wait too long. There's also no seats inside but there's plenty of waiting space on the outside patio! Overall I would highly recommend this place for matcha lovers. Their matcha is super rich in flavor and they have a lot of options. Sometimes, they also have matcha powder in stock too! The spot is also right off of 280 so it's pretty convenient.

Izumi is a really solid matcha spot. You can taste the authenticity and quality of the matcha, and…read morethey whisk it really well. My first experience was pretty mid because the ceremonial matcha latte was VERY strong and bitter. I couldn't finish it and it made me super jittery. After coming back a few more times though, I found a couple things I really liked. The Crème Brûlée Matcha was delicious. I finished the entire drink. You can't change the sweetness level, which is unfortunate, but their recommended sweetness actually balanced the stronger matcha really well. The ice cream is probably the best thing here. Super creamy, perfectly sweet and really well blended. I would honestly come back just for the ice cream. The strawberry matcha latte was pretty unmemorable to me, and the hojicha was also extremely bitter. Service was good. The barista was kind and helpful, which I appreciated. You order through a kiosk, so there isn't a ton of interaction overall. When I first came around their opening, there was basically no line. After they started getting more hype, the lines became longer and longer. I think it's worth trying, but personally I wouldn't wait in a huge line for it. Overall, the matcha itself tastes authentic and is prepared well, but some drinks are just too bitter for my preference. My recommendations: the ice cream or Crème Brûlée Matcha. Those were easily the standouts for me.

Drinks menu and wares for sale (along with line for the ordering kiosk)

Me after eating matcha ice cream

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Crème brûlée Matcha is so good.

Aroma

4.3(386 reviews)

10.9 km•East San Jose

Been coming since they opened. Some of the best tea and customer service I've ever experienced!read more

I've been to Aroma a few times and always love their matcha, especially the banana cream! had to…read moretry their new pumpkin spice matcha and it did NOT disappoint the pumpkin cream literally tasted like pumpkin pie and was SO good. the pumpkin syrup blended perfectly with their strong matcha, and I loved that it wasn't overly sweet. every time I've been, the staff have been friendly and the café has been clean. definitely recommend trying it if you're a matcha lover! I'll definitely be back.

Banana Cream Matcha

20% Off Soft Opening: Cà Phê Sữa Đá ($5.42 +$2.08 for 2 shots), Durian Milk Tea ($5.20), Pandan Milk Tea ($5.20)

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Lisa H.

9 years ago

We first ordered Playing with Dough cookies last Christmas season. When Steve delivered the cookies to us, we were blown away by the beautifully gift wrapped boxes with beautifully decorated cookies artfully displayed in the boxes. Gayle creates not just plain cookies, but she also creates art pieces out of those cookies. The cookies are nice sizes and taste good with not much sugar in it. Playing with Dough cookies are perfect for all occasions, also for gifts to family and friends. We highly recommend Playing with Dough cookies! We will definitely order again. And Steve delivers to your home too! read more

Tania B.

8 years ago

I had a rather last minute come request and Gayle came through with the most perfect Coco themed cookies!! They were even better than the photo I referenced and everyone commented on how cute and tasty they were. She was very accommodating and I'll definitely use Playing with Dough for all my parties! read more

Katherine B.

9 years ago

WOW! No matter the occasion, Gayle can create the perfect cookie for your event! They are both delicious and adorable. These cookies will be the perfect addition to your party for friends and family gatherings. read more

Helen G.

9 years ago

Playing with Dough is amazing. The detail on the cookies is so much more than what you find at high-end bakeries. Every season has some special designs, and they always taste GREAT!! read more

Joellen R.

7 years ago

This was my first experience ordering from Gayle. She was very helpful and the cookies turned out great. I will definitely order from her again read more

Laurell G.

9 years ago

Ordered some cookies for my son's meet and greet. They were beautiful and delicious. I would not hesitate to order more!

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