Fun to try out. For me it won't be an everyday thing due to the fact that each item is a bit on the…read morepricier side, but everything in this Bellevue area is right? If you haven't tried it out it's worth the visit and the experience. Plenty of seating inside as well for you to rest and chitchat over your desert!

TL;DR: High price point. You pay for the quality, convenience and unique flavors. Mildly sweetened…read more Parking: street side, some nearby garages. Service: order and pay at the counter. Atmosphere: Cafe-like setting with some tables and board games to choose from if you wish. Listen, I'm all for these kinds of shops and if you love what they provide, go for it. However, in my opinion places like this are on par with ice cream shops, though I'd visit less frequently here due to the the sheer price point. $10+ for a jar of something is a little on the steep end (feels like I'm mostly paying for the glass). I know they take care in their craft but I can't really justify the price point when I can buy an organic tub of yogurt elsewhere, get my toppings at an asian market myself, and have multiple servings from what I buy instead of just one. Again, my own opinion. The desserts here are very lightly sweetened which fits the palate of their target audiences very well. I do appreciate the subtleness of the sweet vs tang and love the idea of combining the exotic flavors they have. Very novel ideas that I will bring into my own kitchen with added granola. :)

One of my favorites, although you should definitely always come with at least a friend or two to…read moreshare as the portion sizes are pretty big. Delicious bingsu and amazing bubble waffle as well. I haven't tried the toasts yet as they look pretty dense, but I am looking forward to trying their apple pie one. You order at the counter and find a seat inside, which so far hasn't been an issue but it does get crowded! Overall a lovely spot to grab dessert and chat with friends!

I made my return to Lumi Cafe recently and was pleased to discover they have maintained the same…read morehigh-standard for their desserts, drinks, and ambiance. I especially enjoyed their new seasonal mango cheesecake bingsu and apple pie toast. They may have the best bingsu texture in town! They use a self-service model for food collection, utensils/water, and bussing dishes - which most diners are good about, but the staff could do a better job with wiping down tables and making sure tables are cleared and utensils are topped up. I was there for over 2 hours and they ran out of metal spoons and paper napkins by the time I went to order a second drink (about an hour in). Aside from this detail, they offer a great third space for folks to hang out in. I saw groups of friends, families, and co-working people come through, and everyone seemed to enjoy their visit.

One of my favorite summer desserts is a nice refreshing bingsoo and snowy village always got my…read moreback!! Located in U district its a cute little shop. It does get packed pretty since the place is small but tables usally turn quickly. I always get the mango bingsoo its definitely one of thee best bingsoo flavors if you want something refreshing but their injoemi bingsoo is also really good. Highly recommend!

Snowy Village is the best bingsoo around. Honestly, the UW location has been pretty slow for over a…read moreyear, sometimes taking over an hour for a single order at night. If you're craving some bingsoo, make the trek to Bellevue if possible. This store is shared with Xi'an Noodles with a shared restroom and wifi available. Located in the Belgate plaza, there is plenty of parking. Mixed Berry Bingsoo - my favorite bingsoo because the berries are packed with flavor, sweet, and enhance the dessert. With a mix of sweetness, tartness, and acidity, the bingsoo has balance and the contrast actually helps each flavor shine. The berry juices even add flavor to the bingsoo below (and there are berries at the bottom). The only mediocre aspect is the whipped cream on top which is just whatever. Taro Bingsoo - the menu has alternated between ube ice cream and taro ice cream but I think it's always been taro ice cream because it's not overly sweet. Red bean is also sweet but after devouring the toppings (including the ice cream), the bingsoo itself doesn't offer much. It's sweet shaved milk with condensed milk but the taro flavor isn't as potent.

Tried two matcha drinks from Nana's Green Tea and both were seriously refreshing and well-balanced…read more The matcha soda with soft serve was the surprise favorite -- crisp, lightly sparkling, and not overly sweet. The soft serve melted into the drink perfectly and made it extra creamy without overpowering the matcha flavor. The matcha frappe with soft serve was richer and smoother, with a stronger creamy texture and a nice earthy matcha flavor. Friendly staffs. No more parking validation.

If you are a fan of authentic Japanese desserts, Nana's Green Tea in Bellevue is an absolute…read moremust-visit. It truly feels like a slice of Tokyo right in the Pacific Northwest. I came here specifically for the Matcha Parfait, and it did not disappoint! This is not just a dessert; it's an entire experience in a glass. The parfait is beautifully layered with high-quality matcha ice cream, matcha pudding, and whipped cream. The matcha has that perfect, deep earthy flavor without being overly sweet. I loved the variety of textures, from the chewy mochi to the crunch of the cornflakes at the bottom--it keeps every bite interesting. You can tell they use premium, ceremonial-grade matcha because the color is so vibrant and the taste is incredibly smooth. The cafe has a very modern, clean, and minimalist aesthetic. It's a great place to sit down with friends or even just to treat yourself to a peaceful afternoon snack. The service was polite and efficient, even when it started to get a bit busy. Nana's is definitely the gold standard for matcha in the Bellevue area. Whether you're a die-hard matcha fan or just looking for a unique, high-quality dessert, the Matcha Parfait is a 10/10 choice! If you're not in the mood for a full parfait, their matcha lattes are also fantastic--definitely ask for it with less sugar to let the natural tea flavor shine.

Food - Yummy soft serve and taiyaki options. There's a variety of flavors to pick and choose from…read more Service - Fast and friendly service. You get to pick additional toppings. When your order is called. Self order. Ambiance - Simple shop, no seating

Bellevue has so many dessert options and ice cream + taiyaki is just what I'm in a mood for today!…read moreThis place can get busy and they only have one ordering station with a touchscreen so be prepared to wait during peak times. There is no place to sit but some spots to stand in front of a counter like table. I ordered the Ube + Matcha swirl ice cream with upside down taiyaki with sesame filling. This is one order but I want to rate them separately since it's such a difference in taste experience. Taiyaki + Sesame filling (5/5) Fantastic light crunch and amazing sesame flavor. This was a delight to eat and wonderfully fried. It was not too oily and the sesame filling was not overly sweet. I'd come back again and again just to eat this! Ube / Matcha swirl ice cream (2/5) There was almost no matcha taste at all. In fact, you'd have to close your eyes and try really hard to extract maybe possibly a hint of it? The ube faired a bit better but the same lacking in flavor. The ice cream as a whole tasted a bit too sweet and artificial and lacked any flavor to it and I believe it's because it's just mostly milk. I inhaled the taiyaki but I only at half of the ice cream. If I'm in the mood for it again, I'll come back and give other flavors a chance. Or if they permit, I'll just order only a sesame taiyaki because it's so good.

Lucky Cube is a yogurt in frozen shape. This cube also has different fruit flavors, dice fruit or…read moreboba in it. The making cube is kind of interesting. This dessert did attract a lot young people to enjoy. The dessert place share a space with spicy soup noodle place. It was perfect for them after a spicy hot soup with ice cool sweet dessert. I got the strawberry with boba cube. It was nice and cool.

Really cute cafe right across the YGF inside! We used the self service kiosk and drinks were made…read morepretty quickly. Got the Mango Yogurt Shake and Creamy Taro with Milk. Both were good but preferred the Mango Yogurt Shake. Cups are cubed!

This coconut dessert shop is so cute and perfect for a coconut dessert lover like me! I just got a…read morematcha latte and the mango yogurt snowy today but I will definitely be back to get some coconut dessert cups! The mango yogurt snowy had so much mango and jelly it was a delicious slush and perfect for a hot day. The matcha latte was delicious as well and goes perfectly with coconut milk I got it with regular sweetness and it was perfect! Service was great too I got my drink fairly quickly and the staff was kind.

This is located inside the Bellevue mall and near the entrance. It is a small shop, but is easy to…read morelocate. There's so many flavors here but my go-to is the crème brûlée coconut pudding. The pudding is light and delicious, but it is pretty expensive. I do like that it comes in a glass storage container, which can be re-used and probably where the price partly comes in. For the pudding, there isn't much of a wait after ordering as it's all already premade. (:

One word. MANGO. I split a mango pomelo sago with a friend…read morebecause we are both fiends for some ripe mango. This dessert did not disappoint! The mango was PERFECTLY ripe and the mango and coconut puddings were great compliments to the fruit. The sago had good texture and were super fun to eat. This place is fantastic when you want a refreshing sweet treat when it's hot out. I will be coming back for sure.

Stopped by for dessert after dinner at tendon kohaku!…read more I didn't believe it when people said their mango is ripe year round..... but call me a believer cuz golllllly, those bad boys were indeed ripe! Got an order of their pomelo and mango sago, which tasted just like a pomelo + mango sago boba drink. Sooo good. Was it the best mango dessert I've ever had? No. But was it better than the typical dessert I've had? Yeah! I will say.. my opinion might be a lil biased bc your boy loves mangos lolol

I am officially obsessed with Hui Lau Shan. My husband first went there as part of a team outing…read moreand brought me back the coconut jelly with mango and the mango mochi... and I haven't stopped thinking about them since. They were both so good--perfectly sweet, refreshing, and just incredibly satisfying. I've sent him back every single day for the past 8 days to bring me the exact same order--that's how amazing it is! I've also tried their mango with coconut strips (so delicious, but definitely best enjoyed there since it's more of a frozen dessert), and the mango and coconut with sago drink, which held up great as a takeout drink. Honestly, mango is the star here, and you really can't go wrong with anything mango on the menu. I keep telling myself I'll branch out and try more items, but my favorites are just too good to pass up. If you're even thinking about trying this place--do it! You'll absolutely want to go back again and again.

Mango and dessert wasn't too sweet. I wish it had a bit more texture to it, but it was still…read moredecent. The black sesame ball soup order was way too bitter compared to this dessert. Unfortunately no picture was taken

Ordered the osmanthus oolong tea with mango with less sugar, less ice and konjac. Was surprisingly…read morestill sweet, but still very refreshing and very yummy. Plus, they put a lot of care into preparing the drinks fresh, resulting in the very lovely aroma of tea in the shop. I can see why it's a Michelin star boba place!

Still just as good. And yes, still need $10 boba…read more I got a sample of their tea and it's so good. Reminder to try one of their fruit teas next time!