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    4.6 (465 reviews)
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    Vanilla ice cream with cookie
    Alyssa S.

    The ice cream is good. We ordered the brownie bear bowl with mud pie coffee ice cream and almonds on top (5/5). We also ordered 1 scoop of vanilla ice cream with a snickerdoodle cookie (5/5). The service was ok. You order the ice cream at one window and pay at the next. The ambience is cool. The ice cream truck is located on a street with a small seating area. Overall, good ice cream.

    Anna J.

    We had dinner in Chinatown and we were looking for a sweet treat and stumbled on this place!! It was packed on a a Saturday night but we got served in like 5 minutes still and even found a place to sit I did the sandwich with coffee ice cream and a chocolate chip cookie and Cookie Monster cookie. Guys, this was delicious. It was massive and the ice cream was to die for. Vibes are cute as well and just overall great place to stop and grab some dessert!!

    Cookie ice cream sandwich (funfetti cookie, mud pie ice cream)
    Chad K.

    Fresh baked cookies with very unique cookie flavors (like funfetti & carrot cake). I did expect it to be cloying and super sweet, but it was nice. You could taste the ingredients and the ice cream was great without being "syrup-y". The staff was super friendly, but be warned that they do not always have all the flavors all the time. We waited for about 15 min because we wanted to try the funfetti cookie and some were just coming out of the oven. There were also a few ice cream flavors not in stock. You can take it on-the-go and walk around Fisherman's Wharf, or you can sit in a few picnic tables and chairs to eat it there. Worth a stop and better than the chain ice cream shops nearby.

    an ice cream sandwich with a spoon
    Fiona Y.

    Baked Bear is such a good treat if you're in the North Beach or Fisherman's Wharf area! It's perfect on a spring or summer day. We stopped here on a Sunday afternoon and while there was a line to order, it moved pretty fast. They also have a few tables out front to sit while you enjoy your ice cream sandwich. During the day we visited, they ran out of their bear batter flavor, so we were a bit disappointed since that seemed like their classic. We ordered the mud pie ice cream with cookie monster cookies. The ice cream was really well done and I loved the flavor. I would honestly go back just for the ice cream. The cookie itself was a bit hard and as someone who prefers a more chewy cookie, it wasn't my favorite. We didn't get our ice cream cookie sandwich warmed up, so perhaps that would've been a better choice for a softer cookie. Loved our experience here and I'm looking forward to coming back or visiting their other location in North Beach.

    Glenn G.

    My friend and I were craving ice cream in a big way and we decided to stop here while Ubering back from dinner to see if it was as good as remembered.  Was it ever!  When we left I was thinking to myself "Baked Bear - where have you been all my life!?" ;-) In a nutshell, this is a place where they'll build an ice cream sandwich to your exact specifications.  The problem is that there are so many choices you might feel a bit overwhelmed when you first visit.  Trust me though - it's worth the effort to learn their menu; their ice cream tastes like a little bit of Heaven! So what kind of choices am I talking about?  There are more than ten different kinds of cookies to choose from (i.e., funfetti, snicker-doodles, chocolate chip, etc.), a dozen or so different kinds of ice cream to choose from (i.e., coffee, cookie dough, chocolate chip, etc.) and more than ten toppings available (i.e., Oreo crumbs, caramel, fruity pebbles, etc.).  The only way to really figure out what you'll like is to visit multiple times and try several different combinations - is life hard, or what? ;-) My first time out I decided to go with a "combo sandwich" - that's a chocolate chip cookie on top and a brownie on the bottom.  In between the cookie layers I got cookie dough ice cream, and hot fudge on top.  When I took my first bite I almost couldn't believe how AMAZING this ice cream sandwich tasted! Tip: While it sounds good when you're scoping out the menus, in practice I'd suggest omitting the hot fudge; it's actually just chocolate syrup, and it didn't add much to the overall flavor profile of my ice cream sandwich. Both my friend and I were VERY happy we decided to take a detour to visit this place, and I look forward to returning the next time I'm in SF.

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    This is a stellar dessert place! It specializes in cookie + ice cream combos (cookie/ brownie bottom bowls and cookie ice cream sandwiches). I got the gooey butter cookie with a scoop of the blue bear ice cream (blue cake batter with brownie pieces). It was rich and delicious. I enjoyed the texture of the ice cream- it was on the thicker, stickier side, so it didn't melt as quickly. The worker that served me was joyful and happy to do so! There's a good amount of seating inside and a few options outside too.

    The star of the show! Mango Sorbet!
    Erica B.

    My daughter said it best, a small dessert spot that packs a punch! There are so many options and flavors for all palates, from sorbet, dairy, vegan, and gluten-free for my boy! The best part is that you can mix and match your ice cream sandwich, for instance, a brownie top and cookie bottom! Whatttttt the dessert ancestors are looking out!!!! I think this type of place is better eaten there and not to go. I say that because I ordered an ice cream sandwich, and with any cookies or brownies added to cold ice cream, it gets hard, and I couldn't eat it with a plastic spoon. I'm sure it would've been better if I dove right in and but it but it was raining! So let's discuss this mango sorbet my son had!!!! I live in Miami, we have great mangos, but whatttt we all fight over his sorbet when he claimed he was full! (Check out my pics and see some of the items we ordered) The location is on the wharf, not directly but around the corner away from the strip. This is an outside place, no restroom, just a bench or two outside to sit. Last but not least, what brought a 4 star to a 5 was the customer service! The ice cream was great. The concept was the part that was exciting! But I would say ice cream is ice cream. To me, the customer service was great. The young lady was super kind and very patient with our big order. She kept a smile and offered suggestions. My 12 year old daughter was ordering, and she gets nervous ordering, but I make her do it here and there. She felt comfortable and confident, never rushed. Food is important when visiting a restaurant but the service is huge! Also, I was paying with a visa gift card, and she could have said, "Sorry, we don't have a swipe for the card." But, she called someone and searched for the swipe portion of her iPad and made it happen. There is nothing like a quality product with a smile!! Gets me wanting to hand out stars, " A star for you, and a star for you!"

    Donut ice cream sandwich
    Ash J.

    Tons of options for ice cream sandwiches! All the usual types of ice cream sandwiches plus some that you probably haven't tried, like the donut ice cream sandwich. The donuts taste similar to Krispy Kreme donuts and the ice cream is good but not like Haagen-Dazs taste. You can also add a wide variety of toppings to your sandwich (brownie bits, chocolate chips etc.) They also have great cookies. When I went there was 8 flavors - 7 regular ones and one flavor of the month cookie.

    Cookie monster
    Abraham A.

    Fantastic fresh baked cookies, order the Cookie monster cookie, beautiful blue cookie topped with chocolate chip cookies. A little difficult to describe. There's outdoor seating and the service was quick, maybe one day when I work up an appetite I'll actually pick up that ice cream sandwich.

    Custom Cookie Sandwich
    Jacky C.

    A visit to Fisherman's Wharf means a visit to one of the most unique custom made ice cream sandwich spots in SF. On this visit, I got a custom cookie sandwich ($7). For top and bottom I got White Chocolate Macadamia and Cookies & Cream, Espresso Bean ice cream, with brownie bits as toppings. You really can't go wrong with any of the combinations. Just order to your hearts' content.

    Derrion W.

    Took a quick trip during a break and was very impressed. The ice cream is super tasty and the cookies are delicious. The lady who served me was friendly and made my ice cream sandwich fast. Definitely will be visiting on another break in the future!

    Chocolate chip cookie on top, blue Cookie Monster cookie on the bottom, and vanilla ice cream and rainbow sprinkles in the middle

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    Everyone should try the Pumpkin Spice Cookies before they are all gone. You will thank me later! They are delicious!

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    Delicious cakes, very nice ambient and service. I will be returning soon to get more with my cousins and sister.

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    A Buttercup Dessert House

    4.3
    (248 reviews)
    3.7 mi
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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.

    We got the pandan roti, which was fantastic! The roti itself was super flaky and crispy, and I…read moreloved the combo of the roti + spoonful of ice cream with a bit of the pandan drizzle. The coconut strips were also the perfect addition. Super decadent and overall the perfect sweet treat I agree with the other reviews that portions + presentation are a bit disappointing, but it was still undeniably tasty food

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    NaYa Dessert Cafe

    4.1
    (808 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    Vegetarian friendly
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    Been wanting to try this FOREVER and finally got a chance to. I heard lots about the mango tango…read moreand honestly thought the mango would be the main part of the dish that I'd like but WOW that ice was top tier did not know it can be so good. Also did not expect to like the sticky rice but that too was a hit. They said they were out of the big size so they gave us the smaller one which is good for two people. Definitely coming back and honestly will try other stuff here too next time.

    Naya Cafe has some of the best shaved ice I've had in the city! I swung by with friends after…read moregrabbing lunch. The shop is small and cute, and we were able to quickly find seating. Service was nice and prompt. We ordered one of their new items. The salted duck egg bingsoo, as well as a Thai tea lava cake. The Thai tea lava cake was rich and cocoa-y, pairing so well with the Thai tea ice cream. The star of the show, however, was definitely the shaved ice. The portion size was nice and large, and the mochi on top was so soft and chewy. The salted duck egg topping tasted like the filling in the lava egg yolk buns from dim sum, so earthy and rich and sweet with a perfect umami hit. It paired perfectly with the milky, not too sweet shaved ice. I love salted duck yolk everything and this is yet another item to add to that list! Naya is a bit pricy but so worth it for that bingsoo.

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    Dandelion Chocolate

    Dandelion Chocolate

    4.4
    (1.9k reviews)
    3.2 mi
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    Got a smore while walking by and it was freshly toasted. It was a decent price too. With plenty of…read moresamples of chocolate around the store. They had a lot of delicious looking drinks I wish I got a drinking chocolate but I will have to next time. So good!

    If you're planning to visit Dandelion Chocolate, my biggest piece of advice is to double-check…read morewhich location you're heading to. We originally went to the location near Union Square, thinking we'd be able to grab pastries and hot chocolate, only to realize it's primarily a retail shop with chocolate bars and merchandise. We ended up making our way to the Valencia Street location, and I'm so glad we did. We learned that it used to be the original factory before they outgrew the space. Production has since moved a few blocks away, and now this location offers classes, a café, and plenty of chocolate treats. While we were there, a chocolate-making class was in session, and it was fun to watch part of it. The instructor even came over to chat with us and answer a few questions, which was such a nice personal touch. We ordered the brownie bite flight along with a hot chocolate, and both were fantastic. The brownie flight was rich, flavorful, and a fun way to sample different chocolates. The hot chocolate came with a tiny cookie that was absolutely delicious. At first, we were a little disappointed because we thought our hot chocolate was supposed to come with a marshmallow and didn't see one. When we mentioned it, the instructor smiled and showed us a toppings station we had completely missed. There were homemade marshmallows, flavored sugar cubes, and other little extras you could add yourself. He even encouraged us to take a few extra marshmallows, and they were some of the best I've ever had. One thing to know before you go is that Dandelion Chocolate focuses on high-quality chocolate that isn't overly sweet. If you're expecting the sugary milk chocolate flavor of a candy bar, this is a different experience. The chocolate has a richer, more complex flavor, and we really enjoyed trying something different. Between the friendly staff, delicious treats, and unique experience, I'd definitely recommend adding it to your itinerary--just make sure you head to the café location if you're looking for food and drinks!

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    Kiss Of Matcha

    4.3
    (602 reviews)
    3.2 mi
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    WOW ... pow ... whoa with the massive punch of flava coming out of an extremely tiny shop. Kiss of…read moreMatcha on Clement Street is sort of made even tinier and cramped, with the number of customers going and entering and ordering. Tight quarters means everyone here, maybe kissing da matcha. But if you can overcome the claustrophobic ambiance, you may find enjoyment of the goodies on the menu. Got some of their matcha soft serve for me and my Elite pal. He isn't into or familiar with matcha, but that is okay. Trying new different things is what life's about. The green tea flavour was very intense, assertive and good. High quality. The vanilla base tastes rich and dense. It was all inside a crunchy yummy waffle cone. Well worth the price of admission. Excellent customer service by the gal who helped me with the stuff because I'm clueless and hopeless on apps and kiosks most of the time. I did mention I am on their e-mail list though. But she was kind, kool and patient. An extra star for her service. Nice dessert and nice staff. Kiss of Matcha is kissy kissy Kool.

    The Kaiser Matcha spot is really good. I really like their Matcha taste very clean fresh service…read more Here is really fast and reliable, and the ambience feels like I just walked into Japan because the smell of the green tea aroma's from the restaurant. Yes highly recommend coming here

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    Powder

    4.4
    (857 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    My friend and I walked 20 min from Haight to Powder since we were craving a sweet treat! She got…read morethe earl grey with misugaru, and I got the honeydew with mochi and misugaru (a type of Korean roasted grain powder). The mochi topping was a bit hard, and the misugaru started blowing away in the wind and getting all over our clothes! Definitely consider the weather in SF and how this might affect your plans, because I wouldn't have gone with this topping had we thought ahead. The honeydew was so light and perfect- we had such a hard time deciding which flavor to get, but this nailed it for me. I'm a big fan of the personal sizes they offer. There's very few places to get shaved ice in the Bay in the first place, and many are meant to be shared with friends. This way, you can mix and match with your party and try different options!

    like eh. the flavors and toppings were good and it tasted good, but for what it was, the shave ice…read morewas mainly air and barely any flavor payoff for the price. you only get like one or 2 toppings before one tiny shave ice starts hitting double digits which i feel like is crazy considering that if you condensed it down to liquid the entire thing would be just like maximum 1 tablespoon of milky liquid. the good thing was that compared to other shave ice, it was less watery icey and more like milky. recommend: thai tea, sesame, and guava

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