I am not sure why this place says closed, but I went over last Thursday and it was opened. Hours…read morevary, but usually close at 9 pm. The service is fast and friendly. I would call ahead if anything. I ordered an Oreo banana crepe and it was amazing! They have games and a medium size seating area. It can be fun while you wait.

ALL THE STARS AND RECOMMENDATIONS. I am ashamed we didn't…read moretry this place sooner. Great selection of a WHOLE bunch of yummy things. I didn't know where to start, so we quite literally ordered many things of everything. -Boba Teas -crepes -smoothies -Ramen and rice bowls (they had a note that they are not doing hot pots anymore) -smoothies -ice cream -misc other delish desserts We went in right before they closed. The staff was pleasant, and the service was quick. They helped to answer all my "what does that come with" questions, and we loved all the foods we ended up picking. Side note, the leftovers even tasted good rewarmed. The seating area was limited but cute. There is even a spot to take pictures. We will definitely be back.

Awesome customer service. The mangonadas are amazing. Highly…read morerecommend. Delicious tasty and great price

I love this place it is so authentic makes me feel like I'm actually at a palletería in Mexíco! The…read morestaff is super sweet and helpful. I love the banana split, mangonada, hand made palletas and ice cream lol I guess I love it all. Please give them a try you will be back for more!!

WHY WE WENT HERE: - post dinner boba…read more THE LOOK (FROM THE OUTSIDE): - located in a plaza off G St and E Yosemite Ave - located in the same plaza as Raley's but closest to Papa Murphy's | Take 'N' Bake Pizza and 88 Bao Bao THE LOOK (FROM THE INSIDE): - LOVE the Herringbone flooring - white tables and chairs - Chevron Arrow Pride Flag on the wall - ordering kiosk THE MENU: - popular - event drinks - regular - seasonal drinks - slush - premium - specialty drinks - macaroons - cakes - premium (fundraiser) - cakes (fundraiser) - gift cards WHAT I ORDERED: - hojicha tea with light boba THE TASTE: - earthy - refreshing - not too sweet CUSTOMER SERVICE: - minimal since we ordered through the kiosk and retrieved our drinks from the counter when they were ready

Came here while I was grabbing lunch at a place nearby and figured it'd be nice to get some milk…read moretea as well. There is ample space inside of the facility with plenty of seating, alongside a claw machine and a shelf with board games. The menu was a little overwhelming (the default drink is that they let you pick multiple flavors and I didn't want to risk messing up my own order), so I went with one of their specialty drinks, the Caramel Camel. I set the sugar level to light, yet it reached a level of sweetness that was so intense that I had to get it redone. Even with an ever lighter level of sweetness, it still tasted excessively sweet. Overall, an interesting experience. If this is the best that Merced has to offer, I feel kind of bad for everyone in Merced for not having access to better drinks. Not sure if I'd get the chance to return as I don't normally go to Merced, but on the off-chance I end up in this area again I'd hope that maybe one of their other drinks was better.

Hidden gem with Mexican ice cream, snacks and scoop ice cream. Out rocky road waffle cones was…read moredelicious!

Best mangonada I've ever had in Merced. On mamas nice and…read morefresh with the candies in there.

loved coming here. i went for a late-night munch. i ordered the corn in a cup with hot cheetos and…read moreNO hot sauce/chile. hot sauce/chile makes my stomach very upset. however, they still put hot sauce. i didn't notice until i got home and now, i don't feel good. i couldn't eat it and threw it away. my partner also ordered nachos with cheese and jalapenos but they were out of the nacho chips so he asked for tostilocos. the cheese was cold. taking recommendations for other similar places in Merced! please let me know! idk if i will be returning. :(

Our First time here, Good ice cream, Great Watermelon Slush over Vanilla ice Cream. Extremely…read moreClean inside & out. A Little bit of everything for Everyone, the Frozen Banana was EXCELLENT!! The young lady helping us was FANTASTIC, HELPFUL & VERY PATIENT, while our 3 year old Granddaughter made her selection. We will DEFINITELY be back again soon. Thank you,

When my sister went to school in Merced, we always made sure to stop by Papaya Lady whenever we're…read morein town. Since she has graduated, I won't be in town anytime soon, but I highly recommend them for some good Thai and Laotian bites if you're ever in Merced! They have a selection of delicious dishes and I have loved everything that I've tried. My go-to orders are the Papaya Salad and Khao Poon. The papaya salad is a must and the spice level was the perfect amount. The Khao Poon is a coconut curry based noodle soup that is so flavorful. I've also come to really enjoy the Nam Khao (Laotian crispy rice salad), each bite is crunchy and absolutely delish. Your Asian comfort food cravings will definitely be satisfied here. Wishing The Papaya Lady continued success!

I had the Papaya Lady bookmarked for a long time when I finally had the opportunity to try them on…read moremy way home from Merced. Located off on the corner of 16th Street and G (same plaza as Little Caesars), the Papaya Lady is actually tucked away inside a carniceria. The aisles of the market nearly block the counter to this little kitchen. It's the neon sign of "The Papaya Lady" buzzing that guides you to the back. We came in the late afternoon on a Saturday and they were already out of the fried chicken and sticky rice (next time!). We ended up ordering: Papaya Salad (extra spicy) - The little peppers in this gave the dish a nice kick. Super refreshing on a hot day. Nam Khao (crispy rice lettuce wrap with pork skin) - I highly enjoyed this one with all the crunchy textures and flavors. Will 100% get again. Khao Poon (noodle soup) - This broth had a subtle peanut flavor which was delicious. Wished it had more toppings. Nam Vanh (tapioca drink) - My drink seemed to lack the other jellies that I saw in other pictures and only had the lil tapioca balls, sweetener and coconut milk. It felt like it was missing something for sure. The owner is so nice and friendly. I don't know if it's a psychological thing, but every time he acknowledged or spoke to me, he used my name. It just felt automatically more warm and welcoming lol The price per portion is also legit. You get so much for what you pay. Our order kept me and the SO fed for almost 3 days. So nice to have some good Asian food in the Central Valley. Will definitely be back!

The whole shopping center here is so neat, looks very modern & fancy. Plenty of parking. Crumbl…read morecookie has always been a place that I've been wanting to try unfortunately I came on a Sunday and they are closed on Sundays. I will for sure be back to try some good cookies here, so stay tuned.

The staff is kind and the cookies are fine but their new Crumbl Cybertruck is a disgrace. I don't…read moreknow who made the decision to support an all around bigot and his generally awful and unsafe vehicles, but I hope they will reconsider. I've been to Crumbl quite a few times but I won't be back, not if this is any indication of what they support.

This ice cream shop was so good we went back two nights in a row. We tried the mango cream, guava,…read morekiwi strawberry, pineapple chili, and cucumber chili popsicles. As well as the Cajeta de Maria's and Nutella ice cream. It was the perfect treat after walking in Yosemite Valley

I had a really rude interaction with a Young girl with darker complexity. Made my desire for ice…read morecream go away and not buy anything from here.

The Chocolate Dipper is honestly a hidden gem here in Merced…read more First off, Brittney, the owner, is just an incredible person. She's kind, compassionate, and has this energy about her that makes you feel welcomed the second you walk in. Now let's talk about the treats. Everything is delicious, but the apples are on another level. I've lived on different coasts and traveled quite a bit, and I've never had apples with this kind of variety, flavor, and quality. They're hands down the best I've had anywhere. What really impressed me too was traveling to different coastal towns in California and seeing The Chocolate Dipper apples being sold in other chocolate shops. That says a lot about the quality and the reputation she's built. On top of being an amazing chocolate maker, Brittney is deeply connected to the community. She's donated baskets, treats, and even her time through hands-on chocolate classes for people in the community, which really speaks to who she is. If you haven't been yet, I highly recommend stopping in and checking it out. You won't be disappointed. My personal favorites are the Rocky Road and coconut apples. -Matt Escobar

This cute place is absolutely charming inside, with a cute and inviting atmosphere. The workers are…read morereally friendly. As soon as you walk in, you're greeted by an amazing aroma that enhances the experience. Everything is very clean and organized, which I really appreciate. I can't recall exactly what type of covered apple I had, but it was incredibly fresh and delicious. Highly recommend visiting!

I've been coming to this bakery/cookie shop pretty regularly now and it never disappoints. The…read morecookies are always fresh, soft, and full of flavor. Their cupcakes are also really good, sweet, and always nicely decorated. I love whenever they have anything carrot cake! The ladies at the counter are always welcoming and have great customer service. You can tell they really care about the quality of what they make. I also like that they bring out holiday specials throughout the year, so there's always something new and fun to try.

I've been here twice, and there is much to love!…read more The space is an absolute jewel-box of gorgeous and delectable cupcakes, trifles, cakes and other treats studding the impeccably clean shelves and surfaces of this bakery. Each confection is clearly treated with care and attention to detail--making everything about this place as appetizing as their ambiance. It looks as though there's room for this beautiful business to grow, and I hope that Merced will spread the word about Mix Bakery's dazzling and tantalizing offerings!