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    Powder

    4.4 (847 reviews)
    Open 1:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Mexican Chocolate and Mango
    Amber G.

    Powder is a small shop with tons of shaved ice cream flavor and topping options. Note that there isn't really indoor seating and some limited outdoor seating so you'll likely be taking this to go! We got mango and Mexican chocolate and both were tasty, but for me both (especially the Mexican chocolate) were too sweet which made the flavor tiring to get through. I think if I went back I'd try a fruit flavor instead. I think it's worth another try and I may go back sometime to try a different flavor.

    Chau P.

    I came across powder on a TikTok video, and I'm so happy that I did. This is a very small store with the only seating being the ledge of the window and outdoor seatings. We got a large with Thai tea and guava, with strawberry, condense milk, and mochi for $13. The portion was huge, which is great but it was so messy to eat. We wouldn't finish it with two people. This portion can probably feed 3-4. Hopefully they come out with larger bowls that can hold the amount of snow there is. Both flavors were great, but I personally like the guava a lot more. I also like the texture a lot, as you can chew it or let it melt in your mouth. Will definitely be back when I'm in town!

    SP: Cereal Killer
    Mabel H.

    A very accurately named store! Can't go wrong with shaved ice for dessert, no matter the weather. They have so many flavor options that literally cover an entire wall, with a plethora of toppings too! All of their flavors sounded good, and I wish I could sample all of them. I ended up going with the Valencia in a regular size so I could avoid decision anxiety; this was a preset bowl of horchata shaved ice with different toppings that was exactly what I was craving. My friend got the other preset option, Cereal Killer, which tasted just like fruity pebbles ice cream as promised. It looks like a lot when first presented to you (like so high and so fluffy), but as you eat it, the toppings start making the ice sink lol. A more manageable portion size after that :) Their shop is small with not much waiting room besides a bench against the window, and I think most people go to their outside tables to eat their shaved ice. Not super ideal for cold windy evenings like when we went, and we huddled in my car to finish them. Definitely mind any shaved ice that might topple over the edge when you first dive in since they pack it real tight. Worth your moola! I will absolutely come back to try other flavors and still order a regular just for myself :)

    Pina Colada (V) and Guava
    Kathy T.

    Came by on a Wednesday and this little hole-in-the-wall shop is so adorable. There's a small bench inside for seating but otherwise there are also a few tables out front! I got the pina colada flavor with passionfruit drizzle and my friend got the guava with sprinkles. We both got kid sizes which costs $6 and the toppings are either $0.75 or $1.25 depending on which one you get. The pina colada flavor was not too sweet, and refreshing. The texture of the shaved ice is amazing. It's so fluffy, smooth, and completely melts in your mouth with ease. No ice crystals are anything! Probably one of the best shaved ice textures I've tried thus far! The passionfruit drizzle had a nice tartness though I am not sure it was worth the $1.25 and it was a bit too tart to pair with the pina colada in my opinion. I tried some of my friend's guava and it was superb as well. More dairy flavor since it wasn't a vegan flavor like the pina colada so it was a bit more rich which is nice. I like that there are non-dairy options and would love to come back and try the other flavors!

    Kiana L.

    Powder is always delicious, no matter the time or weather! Once we discovered this place I think we come multiple times a week! The texture of the snow is so soft & all of their flavors are amazing - none of them taste artificial. Their cereal killer special is the best! Service is always quick. The only downside is that their only real seating area is a few tables outside

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    Emily W.

    Stopped by on a Saturday evening and it wasn't busy. I got a regular size of the Cereal Killer which was cereal snow topped with sweet milk glaze and fruity pebbles. I loved this so much, it had such a fantastic texture of being creamy but also light and fluffy. Probably one of the best shaved snow texture I've had. Tried some of the matcha snow and earl grey snow as well, and both of them were solid too. My favorite was still the cereal snow because I have more of a sweet tooth and the matcha and earl grey were less sweet. I would absolutely return to try more snow flavors! Service was really friendly and our 3 bowls were ready within a few minutes. Only one small bench inside and some outdoor seating.

    Caili C.

    I've been wanting to try Powder for a while now and finally got the chance when I was craving something sweet after dinner. We stopped by and got a large shaved ice to share - with the large you can opt for 2 flavors for $1 more. We chose the Black Sesame and Mexican Chocolate with fresh strawberries and mochi as toppings. This really hit the spot! The flavors were deliciously and really punchy. The Black Sesame was nice and nutty and the Mexican Chocolate had a nice spice to it with cinnamon. The shaved ice itself is creamy and rich without feeling heavy and the fresh toppings really made it a great sweet treat and doesn't feel quite as indulgent as the standard ice cream. Will definitely be back to try the other flavors!

    Ube with coconut and black sesame with strawberries
    Julie S.

    My husband and I tried out Powder. There is a wide variety of flavor and toppings . The ube and black sesame had good flavor. The texture of the ice was nice. Definitely want to try the other flavors. Wish there was more seating.

    Jackie W.

    I enjoyed trying shaved snow for the first time - light and velvety, perfect for a warm San Francisco afternoon. The ube flavor was nice and strong. The kids cup I ordered was $6. I interested in trying some of their combinations next time, which come with pre-selected flavors and toppings. Service is quick. Seating is limited to a few seats indoors and some outdoor seating. Parking in the area is tough to find.

    Ube with mochi topping
    Jen C.

    Not an ordinary ice cream. It like shaved ice but it melts like ice cream. So many flavors and 4 sizes to choose from. Variety of toppings also available. Got ube with mochi toppings and i love it. They dont have many seats for dine in. There are some tables and chairs outside but with SF weather, I prefer to eat in my car. First time here and we'll be back.

    Ube with chocolate powder, coconut flakes and sliced almonds
    Viv H.

    I had the Ube with coconut flakes, almond slices and chocolate powder and it was delicious. I didn't have any problems with the customer service the 2 times I went. I also thought the price was reasonable for a specialty fluffy desert in San Francisco. I'd recommend it.

    Mango and Black Sesame
    Trisha A.

    I walked in on Friday afternoon with no line. There's a lot of flavor and toppings to choose from. I had a few ideas in mind but asked the nice lady at the counter what the popular flavors are or ones she likes. She said horchata, cereal snow, and black sesame. I decided on mango and black sesame with strawberry glaze and mochi. The texture and temperature were perfect. The strawberry glaze paired well with the mango, which had an authentic taste. I like that you can actually taste the black sesame and it didn't get lost in the background. My favorite part was that there was a lot of mochi! Every bite had at least one piece and it made it until the end. The inside was cute with pictures of their catering events and merch you can purchase.

    Mia D.

    this place is incredible and i will be coming back. the texture and flavor are everything. the texture is very smooth and not chunky/icey at all. it can get pricey with toppings but they definitely don't skimp you out on the amount by filling over the cup of the line. i got the guava flavor and my friend got the passion fruit. both were delicious. they're not overly sweet. interestingly, they switch out the ice block for each flavor so it's not just like a generic ice with syrup on it.

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    Ask the Community - Powder

    What are the hours? I'm in front of location on a Tuesday afternoon at 1:17pm and there's two other people waiting. I hope everyone is ok

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    Although they don't serve variations of buttercups, A Buttercup is one of the few dessert houses…read moreoffering Taiwanese-style treats like Bingsoo, Milk Bread Toast, and other Asian fusion creations. I'm always hunting for spots like this because I have a weakness for those over-the-top, Instagram-worthy desserts that look like diabetes in a dish. Like most places in this genre, A Buttercup is small, modern, and minimalist with limited seating. If you plan to go, aim for off-hours unless you enjoy waiting in line for sugar. The decor is cute and trendy, perfect for photos if that's part of your dessert ritual. As they say, "you eat with your eyes first," and when it comes to presentation, this place definitely gets an A+. The desserts look stunning and set high expectations. Unfortunately, that's where things started to crumble. It's like going to see your favorite artist live. You've watched the videos, memorized the songs, and paid for the experience. But instead of the electric performance you imagined, you get someone lip-syncing and barely connecting with the crowd. That was this place in dessert form. We ordered the Mango Bingsoo on our first visit, and when it arrived, we were surprised by how small the portion was. The guy next to us even looked over and said, "Whatever that is, I'm getting that next time." He shouldn't have. The Bingsoo looked great but was bland, and the "snow" was more chunky ice than soft shave. The Thai Tea Roti was also not what I expected. It came with Thai tea ice cream and sauce alongside a roti that was fried to a crunch. Interesting idea, just not the best execution. The sauce and ice cream needed a stronger Thai tea flavor to balance the crispy roti, and the flavors never quite came together. Overall, A Buttercup nails the aesthetics but misses the flavor. If you're here for the photos, you'll be happy. If you're here for the taste, you'll leave with a full camera roll and an unsatisfied sweet tooth.

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