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    SoYen Desserts

    4.6 (65 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

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    Mango sticky rice and white chocolate matcha brioche donuts
    Michelle G.

    I wanted to love this place because the brioche donut flavors sounded so yummy and I would love to support a Hmong-owned business. However, the brioche donuts were kind of disappointing and whatever and a bit too sweet and the mango sticky rice one didn't really bring the mango sticky rice vibes/capture the energy. The white chocolate matcha one was better but I wouldn't recommend this place. I liked the Hmong sausage sandwich but I feel like I could have gotten as good or better Hmong sausage at Hmong Village. I had brioche donuts a few weeks later from somewhere else and those were way better. Sorry!

    Mallory L.

    A sweet escape we stumbled on last summer that definitely deserves a shout out is the wonderful @soyendesserts They are in a building literally next to the St. Paul Farmers Market. (Future post for them, stay tuned) Their amazing donut flavors do rotate and they do get sold out of items because they're that good. Flavors we got today and loved: Lemon Cloud Dream (mmmmmm bright and delish) Cocoa Cloud Raspberry Delight All of these were light and fluffy and full of amazing filling that was airy whipped and flavorful. This spot is one to make sure you stop by and try something if you're at the market or just in the area.

    Strawberry shortcake broiche donuts
    Djoua H.

    So Yen has the best broiche donuts in Minnesota. The broiche donuts have the perfect amount of sweetness and the fillings are always perfection, no matter what flavor you choose.

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    Vee V.

    Finally made it. After 20 minutes of circling the same block to find parking, we ended up quite a distance away, but walking off the donuts was a bonus. My dog was pretty happy strolling around St Paul too. Hmong sausage sandwich, boo-berry lemon and pistachio, and an iced Thai tea. The sandwich was fabulous, the jalapeño, or whatever it was, sauce that came with it added creaminess and heat. Both donuts were fresh, fluffy, and stuffed with delicious cream. I wish I tasted pistachio, but it was still a great donut. The iced Thai tea was sweet as heow. It was nice to be able to hit the farmers market afterwards.

    Chris C.

    While visiting the St Paul Farmers Market, we thought this would be the perfect time to grab a donut or three from SO Yen Desserts. They are conveniently located across the street from the market. What we thought would be a nice breakfast treat ended up blowing our minds.So Yen makes hand rolled Brioche donuts with flavors that change monthly. This month we tried their maple bacon, boo-berry lemon and caramel apple. First bite changes everything. It's so much more than just a donut, and I love donuts! The brioche is pillowy and just melts in your mouth. They are coated in sugar that provides a little texture and crunch,then you get that delicious filling. It really is a donut that eats like a dessert. First was the maple bacon. Maple filling with a piece of bacon. Personally I would have loved more bacon, but who wouldn't want more bacon? The maple filling was light, smooth and creamy. Almost like a mousse. The boo-berry lemon was bright and fresh. The caramel apple might have been the best. Just enough caramel to compliment the perfectly cooked apples. I would eat that over any apple pie! You might call these donuts, but they really do eat like a dessert. Can't wait to go back and try some of their other items!

    Julie T.

    It's been on my radar for so long! We had a planned trip to MN & I knew it was a must must to check out. It's tucked in a shared space which seems to also be like an artwork gallery of some sort so it can be easily missed but luckily there's load of signs to direct you where to go. Not much of a dining area or seating space. More like a pick up which was pretty quick. The donut was so airy and soft and bouncy! My daughter LOVED it! Just the right amount of sweetness.

    Kang L.

    When I saw SoYen post they had salt bread this weekend, I had to go check them out! They had 2 flavors for their salt bread: a ham with cheddar cheese and an ube. They were crispy outside and nice fluffy inside with a great buttery flavor. I really hope they keep these on their menu! I also got their strawberry shortcake and butter cream brioche donuts which were amazing. SoYen offers a variety of desserts like their famous brioche donuts that are filled with different flavors every month, crepe cake slices, beignets, basque cheesecake, honey butter toasts, and cinnamon rolls. They offer some savory dishes and I would strongly recommend you to try their congee (perfect for our Minnesota cold weather). They also serve hot and iced coffee and other refreshing beverages. Their location can be a little tricky to find since they're inside a big building but follow the signs and that'll get you there. Parking near can be difficult as they're limited meter parking but there are public paid parking lots around within walking distance. I do suggest to go there when they first open because they can run out of certain items. A few things to note: there is no sitting area inside the restaurant but there are a couple of high tables and chairs right outside in the common area. There may be a little bit of wait while waiting for your order but it's totally worth the wait, especially if you ordered your food to be toasted. Service is usually fast and the host and staff members are super friendly!

    Maia J.

    SoYen is by far my favorite donut place in the twin cities! The flavor combos are amazing, never too sweet, always fresh. They also have one of the best cinnamon rolls you'll ever have! I love checking them out in the summer time after visiting the St. Paul farmers market. They have the cutest walk up window for all of your goodies: donuts, cookies, cinnamon rolls, coffee, but you can also get warm congee, egg rolls, and other savory things. FYI: cinnamon rolls are only sold in the summer, so wait for the warmer months. Parking is all on the street so prepare to walk a bit. In the winter months, SoYen will open their inside so you can still enjoy all of the goodness. Highly recommend checking them out for a delicious treat!

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    Elizabeth W.

    I have been hearing about this spot for months and finally stopped in early on Saturday. Almost too early, it doesn't open until 830 even though they have the windows open earlier as they were making donuts The menu is fairly simple, a few different donuts, a variety of breakfast items and a few other desserts. It sounds like they are constantly adding more items to the menu. Even though there was a line, service was super quick. My donut was super fresh. I ordered the raspberry light sheet doughnut. I really enjoyed it and thought it was beautiful. I do wish there was more raspberry in it instead of just on top. But it was light super fresh and yummy. They have some really interesting breakfast items, particularly several savory things like congee. As I will stay with many other restaurants, I really wish they had vegetarian options for some of those, like the congee or the breakfast sandwich. I won't hold it against him because it seems to be common, but it would make me that much happier if they did have those options.

    Cookie Butter Biscoff, Peach Cobbler and Raspberry Lychee donuts
    Aong V.

    The people were friendly and even offered my toddler an ice cream cone. I ordered two of each: raspberry lychee, biscoff and peach. My favorite was the raspberry lychee! It was amazing. I went inside the building and didn't realize the open window was on the opposite side of the building. It's closer to the farmers market parking area.

    Garlic, sesame, soy riblets, Japanese chicken, curry bowl ,eggrolls
    Brad W.

    Pick this up to go on a pop up their 2nd one. Presentations not my best ! Garlic sesame soy Riblets and Japanese chicken curry bowl. This was so flavorful, what can I say other than everything was delicious as always from So Yen! Definition of comfort food so perfect for a fall evening! not pictured the crème brûlée donut so so good with the crackling top! Also got loaded laab fries they are a must have. First time getting egg rolls also very tasty good wrap/ filling ratio.

    Jenae C.

    My favorite donuts I've ever had. They were the perfect flavor and sweetness! I loved the fruit and cream cheese flavor mixes. Even though there's only four flavors, they switch out every month. The Hmong breakfast sandwich was incredible as well! The staff were really nice and there's a big room outside with tables to eat at. The only downside is parking around the area is very limited, and the entry door is hard to find. A sign on the side window by the farmers market pointing to the front would be helpful!

    Boo-Berry Lemon Donut
    PajFuabcha V.

    I went right when they open because I heard that it gets busy. I ordered through the small walk up window on the side of the building. It was quick and easy. The donuts were delicious. It was packed with filling and the donut bread part was soft and chewy. I tried all of their fall flavors and loved each of them. I would definitely buy it again!

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    Customer service was awesome, donuts and beignets so good!! Definitely worth the wait. Can't wait to go back!

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    Delicious very berry stuffed donuts. Very nice people. Really want to try the Congee. It looked amazing

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    2 years ago

    SO GOOD! The donuts are really good obviously but the BEIGNETS were delicious. Would recommend going just for the beignets tbh 10/10

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