This snowy village location has never failed me when I'm in need of a refreshing sweet treat!…read moreEmployees are helpful and nice, and the inside is clean and has enough seating. The seasonal watermelon bingsoo, strawberry bingsoo, mango bingsoo, all tasted amazing. Their fruit always tastes fresh and the shaved ice is not too sweet. No complaints!

I liked Snowy Village. The bingsu was good, but what stood out most was the fresh fruit. The mango…read morewas sweet and actually fresh, not frozen, which made a big difference. The space is cute, staff were nice, and portions are pretty large. Parking is a bit annoying. It does seem a little pricey, though. Only downside is the shaved ice isn't super consistent. The top is sweet and fluffy, but the bottom gets more compact and less flavorful, so we had to add condensed milk. Still a solid spot overall.

I waited 2 hours for this and I'd easily do it again…read more Food: (5/5) This was actually my second time ever having Mike's and I can't seem to get enough. They have the BEST shave ice around. My first time around, I got the lilikoi pog with li hing mui and vanilla ice cream. AMAZING. It was sweet but not too sweet, a little tangy, good portion for 1-2 people, and balanced by the mochi and fresh strawberries. I loved it so much I got it again my second time around just without the vanilla ice cream. If you're getting Mike's for the first time, 100% get this and li hing mui is a must. My cousin got the calamansi mango sago which was also pretty good but not our favorite. The calamansi came thru much stronger than the mango which I liked but know isn't for everyone. The sago and coconut flakes gave it a pleasant earthiness/nuttiness. I probably wouldn't get it again, but I'm still glad we tried it. Service: (5/5) Everything here is made to order so just know that there will be a wait. Even after a supperrrr long line, the team was still really friendly and accommodating. Literally nothing but praise and love for this business.

When I was walking around the Saturday market in South Lake Union, I was looking for a quick and…read moreeasy dessert. I thought I was going to get like a small cup of ice cream or a churro or something. That's when I noticed this pretty large line outside this popup called Mike's Shaved Ice - which I thought was odd because none of the other dessert places nearby had any line at all. Was this place really that good that people were willing to wait 20-30 minutes when they could get something else for another place for free? Turns out, yes, it is This might take the cake as the best dessert I've had in Seattle My goodness, this was good I think I've had shaved ice before at some point, and I recently had a snow cone, which is somewhat similar, but nothing could have prepared me for how incredibly good this tasted. I got 3 flavors - pineapple, blue vanilla, and orange dream, and each bite had so much sweet, juicy, just-absolutely-perfect flavor that it was bursting in my mouth. When I took my first bite, I was in awe at how amazing that was. The ice was shaved so thin you couldn't even really feel the individual crystals at all. After taking a bite, it lasts a few second and melts away into your tongue, leaving nothing but that amazing syrup poured on top of the ice. It was truly a magical experience Picture this - you're scooping away, encountering zero resistance at all, and each bite can be one of 3 diverse but incredible flavors. Also, this thing is pretty damn big as well I've gotten this far without even talking about the vanilla ice cream inside. It seemed to normally be a topping, but I got mine inside because reasons? I'm not complaining at all though, because after you get to the ice cream, a lot of the shaved ice is melted, so you're kind of just eating the ice cream with the flavored syrup, which is also a fantastic experience. If I ever get the chance, I would like to try it with the ice cream on top, however This is slightly expensive for ice cream, but well within reason when you see how much you get.

Super cozy place for a unique brunch experience! We came here for the soufflé pancakes and ordered…read moreboth the egg Benedict savory version and the strawberry cream one. They were both extremely fluffy and flavorful. The savory one had a nice chipotle sauce in addition to hollandaise. The strawberry one was not too sweet and moist. You order at the counter and pick up your food here. The soufflé pancakes took awhile (30 mins?) to come out, but it was worth it. We came on a weekend as soon as it opened, but there was already a line. I definitely enjoyed the atmosphere and the food - one of the few places to get soufflé pancakes in Seattle!

Me and 3 friends split the mango cheesecake and mixed berry bingsu. The decor of this place is…read moresuper cute! The highlight of the mango cheesecake bingsu were definitely the mango pieces. Soft and ripe and delicious. The cheesecake bites were not as flavorful as I would have liked, along with the vanilla ice cream, but I have a crazy sweet tooth so I recommend this one for those who like milder desserts that are not too sweet. The mixed berry bingsu was my fave! The berries were fresh but the best part was the ice cream! Super flavorful and I loved the fruit syrup too. For both, the bingsu itself is very light in flavor and texture. It melts in your mouth and pairs well with the toppings, especially that sweetened condensed milk. I hope to come back to try other items soon!!

Love this place! It used to be over by the Maple Valley Market and was greatly missed when the…read moremarket closed around 2020. Authentic shave ice! They have so many great flavors including Hawaiian style li hing mui, guava and P.O.G. The employee was really nice and let us know the timing (it takes a few minutes to make each one) until we got ours. They offer snow caps (sweetened condensed milk) and ice cream options as well. I love a good pour of syrup and they do great with that as well. It was definitely worth the 28 minute drive from Renton and we'll be back for sure. Basic shave ice is $6 and add-one are $1 extra

Hopefully they are still in business. Can't get real Hawaiian shaved ice anywhere but here. Love…read morethe Tigers Blood with ice cream.

The milk tea crepe cake was delicious and the server was really lovely. They have a small area to…read moredine in if you'd like. They had a few options but it does seem like perhaps they do more with custom cake orders. Very good and would recommend.

This place was recommended to me by a friend for cake. I had the most amazing cake of my life that…read moreday - Mango lava cake with mango pomelo sago. Just try it. They are a small family owner business and they delivered it to my place as well. Amazing food. The only caveat is the process for placing order which can be a bit tricky. Call them directly.

What I ordered: Sparking Lychee with Jelly and PARIS crepe (Nutella, strawberry)…read more Didn't get to take a pic, my kids ate it up! Lol This spot is located in a food hall. It offered both hot and cold drinks, nice selection of crepe and comfortable seating space. IPad ordering way. Order / pay and your number will be called out.

I'd maybe avoid coming the hour before closing. They close before the actual time since one person…read moreis making drinks and desserts. They were out of quite a few items listed on their menu. Croffle flavor was good but the waffle was undercooked probably because she was rushing to close. Hojicha latte was good.

What a lovely way to enjoy food! This restaurant atmosphere is pretty bland and industrial itself,…read morebut I do like the floor to ceiling windows that surround the dining area so you get plenty of sunlight. Service was good; our water glasses were always full and we didn't have to wait long for the food to arrive. My favorite dishes of the night were the duck special and yellowtail appetizer. The beef tartare and Paju rice were good too, but not that special compared to the other dishes. I look forward to returning for their other seasonal specials!

WARNING This is a…read moretotally different place for dinner and lunch. For lunch they have an insanely cut down and basic menu. None of the things that look good are on the menu. The food was mediocre at best, no elevation whatsoever. I'm not sure if this also reflects how their evening food is, but I'm not coming back to waste my time finding out. Shouldn't even be open frankly. Very disappointing. Also, it's all online order, like at a fast food joint. - so no real service. Food quality, also like fast food. Not a good look. What a waste of a decent ambiance.

Tastes like sandy beaches and warm saltwater are on the other side of the street!…read more It was a beautiful sunny day and I was craving shave ice...da real kine. This spot did the job! Love the flavors & options. It may not be Matsumoto's in Haleiwa but I'll take what I can get and this surprised me with how good it was. The worker let me know they'll be moving locations soon so be on the lookout for that. Hopefully it's to a more well known location as this spot is tucked away in a small business strip in the neighborhood. Definitely need to try their Kona coffee advertised on the sign

Added photos of my last post at the Silverdale YMCA The…read morebest shave ice especially with vanilla ice cream. Can't wait for your store front to open. The other afternoon I was heading to Bremerton thinking, I could go for a shave ice I'll be so happy

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.

It has been stinking hot, and there is nothing I love more than shaved ice. The Shorehouse has been…read morethe only thing to refresh me and cool me off. They have several flavors, so I thought how do I choose? But then I remembered and subsequently saw on the menu that you can have 3 flavors! The iconic Tigers Blood is one of them! As typical with shaved ice, you can get an ice cream or coconut cap. If not into shaved ice, they have a nice selection of coffee drinks. It's a cute little setup out of a Winnebago with some seating. It feels like the beach.

I'll have to come back for a shaved ice and update-- but they looked phenomenal. I ordered a…read moreCoconut Coffee, and it was fantastic! A great blend of shaved ice and liquid, I was happy that it wasn't too sweet and had a nice swirl of coconut cream in it. The staff was playing good music and seemed to be having a lot of fun. The only downside of this spot is that there is limited parking (and it was almost $8 for a drink, but that seems to be normal now)-- would be a great stop before you head to the beach. I will absolutely be bringing people back.