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    Tokyo Cream

    4.1 (176 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Black and White
    Ronald L.

    Service is quick and self ordering at a kiosk. We decided to give Tokyo Cream a try and it was good. The only issue we had was the size of the swirl compared to the photo was a bit smaller and for the price they could have tried to add a little more instead it was a shorter version of what we saw in the menu. I'd give it five but due to the price and size it's a star less.

    Matcha
    Allison S.

    I finally gave this place a try. I was craving matcha ice cream, but when I got there and ordered, it's technically not matcha ice cream. It's their milk soft serve with matcha powder. It was still good but the cream taste is very heavy if you're not using to drinking milk or dairy that's very heavy. I wish they had a bigger variety. It is nice you can sit inside but it's first come first serve. Items come out pretty quickly.

    Menu 7/2026
    Allena C.

    We were strolling along Irving Street after dinner when we passed by Tokyo Cream. I've been meaning to try this spot for quite some time, but it was a windy, chilly evening, and I wasn't about to freeze my @$$ off eating ice cream. Instead, I opted for one of their pastries. The shop has a modern, brightly lit café vibe. Ordering is done through one of two self-service kiosks on the right, making it a cashless experience, and you pick up your order on the left once your name is called. It only took a few minutes before my order was ready. *** MY PICK *** KOUIGNIGIRI ~ Caramelized banana folded into crisp, buttery layers. Served warm, the pastry was wonderfully flaky, crisp, and lightly crunchy on the outside, with a subtly sweet banana filling inside. The sweetness was perfectly balanced, not overly sugary, which I really appreciated. Absolutely loved this! One bite became the whole thing! Oops! It was that good! 5/5 I'm looking forward to trying their Hokkaido ice cream the next time I'm in the neighborhood.

    Black Sesame, Black Sesame Swirl, So Matcha, Pastry
    Maya R.

    As someone who loves creamy desserts, I was so excited to stumble across this spot! I hadn't heard of it before, so I went in with zero expectations. I tried the Black Sesame, the Black Sesame Swirl, and the So Matcha. The plain Black Sesame was a little icy and the sesame flavor wasn't quite as strong as I was hoping, but it was still enjoyable. I also added the mochi bits for an extra $1.50, but personally didn't think they were worth it since I only got four small pieces. The Black Sesame Swirl was my favorite of the two sesame options because the swirl made it much creamier. The So Matcha was also really good--super creamy with a nice amount of matcha flavor that wasn't too overpowering. Overall, I'd definitely come back! Next time I'd order the So Matcha again or try one of their other flavors.

    Hojicha
    Rose L.

    Got the Hojicha was OK. Ordering process can be tough with a dog. Was walking around Golden Gate Park and needed a drink after 2 miles. Think it might be better to order online and then just do pick up as you have to walk through the store with the dog and there's not really anywhere to tie your dog to.

    Candy C.

    Dessert called, and Tokyo Cream answered. We came upon this spot while searching for a matcha fix, and it definitely satisfied the craving. The Crème Brûlée Matcha was the standout. Rich and creamy, it had a wonderful brûléed flavor that paired perfectly with the matcha. I wish that it came blended instead of over ice. I would've loved it even more as a smooth, frosty drink, but that wasn't an option. The Croquant Choux was just okay for me, despite all the popular opinions. It reminded me of an elevated churro with its crisp, flaky exterior and creamy filling. The Kouignigiri, on the other hand, was a pleasant surprise. Buttery, lightly sweet, and finished with a delicate crunch, it showcased how simple ingredients can come together beautifully. Overall, I'm glad we stopped in. While not everything was a home run, the matcha alone made the visit worthwhile.

    Betty C.

    We've walked by Tokyo Cream more times than I can count, always eyeing the crowd and telling ourselves we'd try it eventually. Well, we finally did -- and the verdict is somewhere in the middle. We got the Konigri and the swirl soft serve. The Konigri was the highlight for me as the pastry was really enjoyable and lived up to the hype. No complaints there. The soft serve though was just okay for me personally. It was very condensed milk forward, which I'm sure some people love, but I was hoping for something more neutral and milky -- think Cremia from Japan, that kind of clean, creamy softness that lets the quality of the milk speak for itself. This leaned sweeter and richer than I was expecting, which made it feel a little heavy after a while. That said, taste is subjective and if you're into a sweeter, condensed milk style soft serve you might love it. I'd still say it's worth a try just to form your own opinion, especially since the Konigri alone is reason enough to stop in.

    Black & White Swirl
    Bethany W.

    This place is cute and has cool branding. The menu has all the Asian flavors you could want! Ordering is through a kiosk and then you pick up at the counter which is easy. We were going to try the harajuku ube but decided against it after seeing someone eating it and trashing most of it....it looks a bit too purple for me haha. Maybe I'll give it a try another time...THIS first visit we just got the black & white swirl with mochi! The mochi was so yummy (even if it was an extra $1.50 haha). The soft serve itself is all good. The plain Hokkaido milk part overpowers the black sesame part in my opinion (which I was most excited for). So next time I'll JUST get black sesame! The black sesame flavor was good; I dont like it when places use charcoal though to get the color really black because it makes the soft serve gritty....but oh well....Overall, cool place with some cool desserts! I'll be back to try more things!

    Win L.

    Yummmm really enjoyed the soft serve ice cream here! I wish it was even creamier but definitely the best "Hokkaido" like soft serves in the Bay Area. If you like creamy style, non icy soft serve, this is your jam! The pastries were freshly baked in house and warm when delivered too! Self-order via two tablet kiosks - menu was clear and straightforward. I really appreciated they considerately had a paper version at the waiting area so people can pre-decide and not hold up the ordering line. The store was full but our items were delivered quite quickly, and with care - she also asked if we needed carrying box and covers. There was quite a bit of seating, they have a restroom and the store/branding was very nicely decorated with a cute mural at entrance. Plan ahead to find street parking.

    Eric Joseph D.

    I came here after having dinner in the area and this did not disappoint! I ordered the banana Tokyo cream desert without the chocolate desert and the banana kouginigiri and this checked all the flavor boxes. I love getting Tokyo Bananas when I go to Japan and the Tokyo Banana desert had the same flavor profile. I also liked the banana kouginigiri because the filling had a light banana flavor and the pastry was perfectly flaky. I also appreciate the artsy ambiance and would come here again to meet up with friends or grab dessert after dinner.

    Kay L.

    Got the Tokyo cream banana. Perfect balance of sweetness. They have self service kiosk. Good place for a light dessert.

    Andrew N.

    Even in SF, plans that specialize in soft serves are rare; so I was excited to see this place open. HokkaidoMilk &black sesame swirl (5/5); I thought both flavors balance each other well. The Hokkaido milk was creamy, rich, and soft. The black sesame was earthy and nutty. Cant wait till they have more flavors!

    crème brûlée matcha noodle
    Geanna T.

    Came to Tokyo Cream with some friends after seeing some of their interesting items on TikTok (like the kouignigiri). They gave a variety of Japanese inspired flavored desserts including from pastries, soft serve, and drinks! I tried the crème brûlée matcha which you couldn't adjust the sweetness on unfortunately. Because of that, I found it to be too sweet. There were a lot of additions like the matcha ice noodles and crème brûlée which meant less matcha to drink (but again it's a whole dessert with all its additions LOL). The matcha was pretty good though! I also tried the Sakura matcha which had some extra floral notes from the Sakura! The kouignigiri was buttery and flakey, but very lacking in banana despite it saying it had banana. Overall, it's a dessert spot with interesting sweet treats! Tokyo Cream adds intriguing twists to your usual desserts!

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