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    Tong Sui

    4.8 (1.1k reviews)
    ModerateDesserts
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Guava Lemon FTW
    Vincent L.

    Had their drinks for the first time and the Guava Lemon is great!! But if you comes you need to get their desserts as well yum!

    Girlie M.

    First time trying Tong Sui, and we're definitely fans! There was a small line when we arrived, but it moved pretty quickly. I wanted to try their Rosie Lychee, which is one of their popular puddings, but they were sold out. I ended up getting the Mango Mochi Coconut Pudding instead, and it was really good! My son got the Coconut Ice Bomb, and we also ordered a Melon Melody. Everything was delicious, refreshing, and not overly sweet. Definitely a great spot to grab dessert after a good meal. We'll be back to try the Rosie Lychee next time!

    Ashley R.

    I am a huge coconut lover - this place hits all the right notes! The avocado coconut smoothie is pure perfection. So smooth, simple, and not too sweet to make you feel heavy. I would get this over and over again, and would also love to try their whole menu because everything looks good. Tip: you can ask for a sample if you're unsure on flavors! The workers are so nice here, even when it gets a little busy.

    Coco Mango
    Vincent P.

    Great spot for some dessert after a meal. I got the Coco Mango and it was a refreshing and tasty drink with mango bits. The drink was flavorful and I thought the sweetness was just right. I haven't tried their coconut pudding yet, so I'm curious to give them a try if I'm here again!

    Isaac H.

    This place is so good! And they have vegan options too. We always stop by here whenever we have plans around the area.

    Coco Mango, T47 Watermelon Jasmine, T66 Guava Lemon
    Christina L.

    This tong sui location is great! The staff is so sweet and the drinks aren't overly sweet but are very refreshing and delicious. The guava lemon is especially yummy! Highly recommend :)

    steph c.

    One jar lasts... 30 seconds. My kids' favorite dessert place in downtown San Mateo. So delicious, not too sweet.

    Maria V.

    Personally I prefer Melo Melo, but this place isnt as sweet if you prefer that. Mochi mango was fine and sticky rice mango was ok. When I came the 2 employees were both in the back making drinks. There was a couple other customers waiting. There was obviously a really large to-go order Im assuming from a workplace ordering for a bunch of employees because it was lunch hour on a Monday. Had to wait ~15 minutes for 2 jars that are already made.

    Strawberry coconut water
    Luna M.

    I'm a huge coconut lover, and honestly, no bottled coconut drink compares to the real thing. Every drink I've tried here tastes incredibly fresh, like you're drinking straight from an actual coconut. The coconut water with strawberry is refreshing and yummy. I also accidentally ordered the coconut pudding thinking it was just coconut water, and it ended up being such a lovely surprise, especially coming from someone who usually hates pudding. The texture reminded me of fresh coconut meat mixed with coconut water, which made for a delicious combination. Everything tastes super refreshing and hydrating. I'll definitely be coming back!

    Mango Mochi Coconut Pudding (GF)
    Jim N.

    I was hesitant to go when the name is sugar water. The store is very nicely decorated happy and bright. The desserts are made from seasonal ingredients of the highest quality you can taste. The mango mochi was smooth and delicate, one of the very best.

    Blue bliss, nutty noir

    Coconut bliss - nice refreshing coconut flavor Nutty noir w/ coconut milk - if you like black sesame this the one to get. Rich sesame flavor with a nice coconut kick from the coconut pudding I usually get their double layer coconut pudding, rich coconut flavor with a nice silky coconut pudding Obsessed

    Gavin x.

    Great dessert option, good pudding long line during the dinner time. Avocado is good too

    Shruti J.

    Tongsui is one of my favorite spots and I every time I eat at tongsui I am bummed that they aren't in Denver!! So many vegan options! Their speciality is the pudding - I've tried the mango - so classic I think this is the best, durian - so good, pleasantly amazed and the rose litchi pudding - so good! I love that they're not as sweet. Their drinks are also really good. Tongsuiii - please open a store in Denver!!!

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    Best coconut place! I really love the service, ambience and the desserts are super delicious.

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    Love the freshness of their coconut ice bomb, and if you're a fan of durian, be sure to try the version with it!

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    Ask the Community - Tong Sui

    How many days do these stay good in the fridge?

    Google says 3 days after purchase.

    Hello, do you take back jars with reimbursement?

    You can bring back 10 jars for a free reg coconut pudding

    Are any of the options non-dairy?

    They use lactose-free milk. That means the desserts are not vegan. People with dairy allergies cannot eat these desserts. Vegan means zero dairy.

    Do they have drink in this location?

    No drinks at the San Mateo location currently

    Do you take the jars back for recycling?

    Yes 10 empty jars get 1 coconut pudding

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    The very first time I ever tried Beard Papa's, over a decade ago when the one by the Metreon in SF…read morefirst opened, I wasn't exactly blown away by the experience. Granted, my friends probably hyped it up a bit too much while we were waiting in line (I think it was already their second or third time going), but, regardless, I thought it was just okay. Fast forward all of these years later and I have to say - whether it's because my tastes have changed or because I found a flavor that I really liked, this place is so much better than I remember! With so many boba joints and dessert shops nearby, it's pretty easy to overlook Beard Papa's. Being located on the edge of downtown/3rd Ave certainly doesn't help, but, for something quick and convenient (and different), they're a decent option. While the menu may not look all that extensive, it has a fair amount to offer when you consider how you can mix and match your choice from their near dozen cream puffs/eclairs and handful of cream fillings. Add to that the occasional seasonal/featured flavors they'll have and their assortment of lava cakes and cheesecakes and there's plenty to choose from! -- ST. VALENTINE'S RASPBERRY ECLAIR - Raspberry Cream Custard-filled Eclair with White Chocolate Coating and Raspberry Frosting This was a seasonal offering (admittedly, an older one), but if they ever added this to their regular menu, I'd easily get this again. Surprisingly, this actually wasn't super sweet and I loved how well the raspberry and white chocolate flavors complemented each other. -- GREENT TEA ECLAIR WITH VANILLA CUSTARD FILLING Not nearly as good as the St Valentine's Eclair, but way better than the original Vanilla Cream Puff I had before. The frosting had a strong hit of green tea to it, and the custard was fine, but, this time, the cream puff felt a little stale/dry-ish. While I definitely enjoyed Beard Papa's cream puffs/eclairs more than I did before, I can't say I've loved everything about this location. Mainly, the service here has been a little uneven - the first time we stopped in, the guy behind the counter looked really annoyed with having to help us and seemed like he was dying for us to leave (FWIW, we walked in almost an hour before they closed). Our last visit, though, the workers were friendly and super fast, as they handed us our eclair before we could even finish paying. Even though my opinion of Beard Papa's has definitely improved, since I never really crave cream puffs/eclairs and limit my sweets to the occasional scoop(s) of ice cream or milk tea, I can't say Beard Papa's is on the verge of getting into my regular dessert rotation. However, given how much I enjoyed their St. Valentine's Raspberry Eclair, I'm definitely more open to coming back than ever before if/when should the desire come along, especially since they don't have those same long lines anymore! THREE AND A HALF STARS rounded up for now.

    The closest Beard Papa's to me! I've tried it at multiple locations, so I already know it's…read moreconsistently good haha. I love getting the mini ones because you can try all the different flavors, which is the best part. Why pick just one when you can have them all? The fillings are amazing, and I love that they fill each one fresh when you order. Such a great dessert!

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