Wali Dessert

4.3 (87 reviews)

ModerateIce Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts, Bubble Tea

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Jane N.

Ordered through DoorDash and everything was packaged nicely. The K1.Strawberry Ice Cream Cake 草莓冰淇淋蛋糕 was the perfect treat! Strawberry ice cream layered with sponge cake. I didn't expect actual wild rice in the bottom of the H2.Wild Rice Milk 血糯米鲜奶 yet I enjoyed it.

D3. Mango purée M3. Matcha Cake Roll, D5. Egg Tart, and A3. Taro Milk Tea

I've stopped by a handful of times whenever I'm craving Hong Kong desserts. This place is the only one that I know of that sells desserts like this in the Columbus area. I've grown up eating egg tarts all my life (Hong Kong, Macau, San Francisco, Vancouver, Toronto) and this place has surprisingly one of the best. You can never go wrong with any of the mango desserts. The matcha roll was good and they top it with matcha powder which is a little bitter, but worked well with the cake as a whole. Their black sesame bowl lacked sugar for my liking, but the sugar level in everything else was good, even when we got the reduced sugar milk tea. Their matcha ice cream cake had poor texture. The ice cream tasted freezer burnt/"dry"?. Sort of tasted like ice and very little matcha flavor. There was yellow cake and red beans between the layer of ice cream. Their desserts are pretty filling, so l typically come here for a meal, and not after eating out. I also joined their membership program. They charge $100, and it's like a gift card, but you get 10% off your purchase on everything purchased on your membership card. And you can refill it in $50 or $100 increments. I'd you lose your card, they can look you up with your ID, but they will charge you a $3 replacement card fee. Also, bring cash to tip, they don't have an option to tip via CC or the membership card. Like a lot of restaurants, they're short staffed, where there was only one or two workers there, so it takes a little bit to get your food if there are other customers there.

D5. Herbal Jelly and Taro / Oreo ice cream cake

Adri C.

Been here twice and would return! When kids aren't running through, it's a great place to chat with friends or study. The service is quick and sweet. The desserts are kind of hit or miss for me and definitely the kind to share or save half for later. I remembered the herbal jelly dessert being a lot better, but I think I was biased by something similar in Kantaro the Sweet Tooth Salary Man. It was decent, but I wished I had not gotten it for just myself (my fault tho.) Just very rich and shareable. The ice cream cakes I tried were tasty but surprisingly dry, as the ice cream was not mixed into the cake part at all, but both had assumedly been sitting in a freezer losing moisture. I brought home a basque cheesecake for the wife and he liked it! I tried the leftovers the next day and they were yummy! Nice firm-soft texture and not too sweet, not sour like lost cheesecakes I've had. The teas are wayyyy too sweet to me.

Lisa Z.

Fresh egg waffles??? In Columbus? Sign me up. Over super cute Asian dessert place that has the usual evaporated/condensed milk yums and most importantly, fresh egg waffles with ice cream. I've been stalking down their mango pamelo sago dessert for literally months but they've never had the mangos in season to make it, so fingers crossed for the summer... Otherwise, cute place to hang and get some sweet treats. Beware they do close pretty early for a dessert place so come by early!

Christina D.

This is a really cute spot in a very nondescript strip mall. Most of the menu seems to be drinks, including some excellent looking milk tea, but I really wanted to try this bubble waffle phenomenon that I keep seeing around. The waffle was really good and not too sweet, and complemented the ice cream and whipped cream really well. I'm not entirely sure if they're open for seating, but it's a cozy spot that would be fun for meeting some friends.

Shreya T.

Order delivery from this place on uber eats. Packaging was done well. The bobas were balnd and boring they weren't sweet enough. The crepe cake wasn't as good as i expected. The pricing was high as well.

Mango boba and bubble waffle with Oreo ice cream

Aracele T.

The atmosphere is super chill and laid back. It's a great place to meet with friends or work. When you walk in, they are a couple of kiosks to place your order. My family and I ordered different drinks and desserts. I ordered the peach long tea and a bubble waffle with Oreo ice cream. The food came out in time and we didn't have to wait long at all.

Zheng Hong T.

I am in love with their matcha cheese Green tea! For people who don't know Boba, Boba is not just drinks with pearls in them. They have gradually evolved to having layers (like shrek) and a milk cap with frothy goodness is one of my favorite ways to sip on them! Wali's cheesy milk cap is the best I've had, with the slight salty cheesiness really shining through! Plus, their tea has never been dilute in the many times I've been there. Something I find distinctive about Wali is how caring their people are. They would 100% give you recommendations on the best way to make your tea like how they'll recommend that you opt for less ice if you are not consuming it immediately to avoid diluting it. Something that I'll improve on though is their caps. They have recently switched their milk caps to standard seals instead of a lid attachment which makes it harder to sip and churn the milky, cheesy goodness and the refreshing tea in your mouth for optimal enjoyment!

Amanda D.

I'm so glad this place exists. I can't get this type of dessert anywhere in Ohio, but here it is in Columbus. Too bad I live in Cincinnati. Great quality, great service, I order from them every time I'm in town and they've always gotten my order exactly right (i usually order thru doordash). I've seriously been learning to recreate it at home but it is labor intensive when you're making alone for just one because your fiancee isn't a fan of squishy textures... hah. They are my favorite indulgence when I'm in town. 6/5 stars!

Cocoa "towel roll" - absolutely delicious!

Cory C.

We came here after dinner and got the cocoa "towel roll". I must say, it took quite a while for it to come out (I thought they were just going to pull it out of the refrigerated display case, but apparently they made us a fresh one). The towel roll is a giant crepe rolled up with whipped cream inside, and it is absolutely delicious. The whipped cream was infused with cocoa and wasn't too sweet. The roll was dusted with a generous amount of cocoa powder on the outside. It was definitely worth the wait! It looks like there are a lot of other delicious desserts worth trying here. Unfortunately, we came pretty late in the evening and many of the items were sold out by then. I want to mention that I wanted to order the mango pomelo sago with ice cream, but they said they couldn't serve it because the mangos they had that day weren't sweet. I really liked that because 1) it shows that they use fresh fruit and 2) it shows they are honest and didn't want to serve us something that wouldn't taste good. I highly recommend this place if you want incredible Chinese desserts!

Ya Y.

Another bubble tea / fruit tea place in Columbus! They also offer a variety of desserts. Pink Snow Cheese: Blend fresh strawberry + green tea + ice, topped with a layer of cheese milk cover. I wish I did 50% sugar, since I got 25%, and it was not sweet at all. Signature Fruit Tea: I suggest to just do 25% sugar level since a mix of fresh fruit already has a decent amount of sweetness. Egg Waffle in Cocoa Flavor: it was fresh and warm. I wish it was a little more crispy on the outside. I can't wait to go back to try some other treats!

Richard J.

Good dessert place! Didn't eat there but the waitress told me all the tips on how to keep the ice cream cakes cold and the best way to eat them. May spend some time sitting there some day. Saw they have a lot of board games.

Fox E.

Hey! I just met you And this is crazy But I want Asian dessert So Wali maybe? If you're a jerk and you come here, then all in all you're just a...nother pr**k in the Wali. I really was not a big fan of this place. They have such lovely decor and the girls working here loved me and were so friendly. They also didn't speak any English, which made it really hard to order. After I paid for my drink they told me they didn't have any tapioca. I told them I just wanted it without toppings but she insisted on giving me herbal or lychee jelly. I don't like either of those. Especially not in my milk tea. They insisted I get lychee jelly and it really kind of took over the flavor of the milk - which honestly I could tell that I would not have really liked anyway. But yeah. This place is all about the Aesthetics. I don't really love the products. But maybe I'll try something else from here some other time. They'd get 3 stars and a low 3 at that, if not for the truly lovely service which earns 4.

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Amy L.

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I am OBSESSED with this dessert place! The drinks are PERFECTLY sweetened (not overly sweet) and the crepe cakes/towel rolls are so light. If you're in the mood for dessert that feels more refreshing than decadent, I highly recommend this place. Absolutely perfect for a hot summer day. Regarding their cheese cover drinks: the cheese topping is delicious - reminiscent of the cheese you get at Happy Lemon (my fav place ever in Flushing) but what really stands out is the tea infused fruit smoothie flavors. I usually hate fruit smoothies because of how overly sweet they are but the smoothie I tried here felt refreshing because of the tea notes and very lightly sweet. I still prefer cheese covers over regular tea rather than over smoothies but it's still tasty. Decor is adorable, chairs are really comfy - my one complaint is the temperature in the building was a bit warm. There are a few bad reviews regarding service but I had prompt and pleasant service. Sweets do not disappoint. Give this place a try if you like whipped cream based desserts and lightly sweetened teas! read more

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Jasper C.

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We ordered matcha towel roll (strongly recommended), loved the combination of matcha flavor with cream and red bean inside. Our friend ordered the cocoa towel roll and matcha crepe cake and invited us to try. They are all good. Matcha crepe cake, comparing with matcha towel roll, was a little less sweet and less strong in flavor than we would normally like. The staff were amazingly friendly, the lady at cashier has the most beautiful smiles, and place is so clean and cozy for friends to hang out!! read more

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Jenna L.

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I'm going to second someone below: I'm obsessed with this place. Super cute and clean on the inside, with decals, cute little animals, and seating with throw pillows. The menu is small but everything I've had is delicious. They've got a selection of bubble teas, mango purées, and crepe cakes and rolls. Now, I have some experience with this kind of dessert--I'm a crepe fan, and I love me some boba--but I'm a newbie to the purées. First, the crepes: I've done both the matcha roll and the cocoa roll. Very distinct flavors and really just depends on what you're going for that day. I will say: the cocoa roll has Oreos in it if that helps at all. The bubble tea is pretty nice for a good price--and the mango purée is BOMB y'all. Just my kind of dessert; not too sweet, nice tart bits, and different textures. Also, I'm down for anything with young coconut strings. It's always the same folks in there when I go and they're very nice and helpful. Anyway I heart the place--I hope they stick around for a long time! (And maybe expand their menu?) read more

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Swan N.

4 years ago

We've been to this place NUMEROUS times. The environment is very kind, there's never a line or a long waiting time. Everything is always fresh & delicious. We've tried almost very cheese drink and they're always a 10/10. Great size for the price !! Our favorite go-to whenever we're in Columbus. :) read more

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Monica T.

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I been here many time not for the boba drinks but more for the desserts. I do get the boba drinks every time but it kind of disappoint. It does give me that strong black tea flavor that I love. But the desserts are delicious. I tried everyone one of them and they don't disappoint. My favorite is the chocolate rolls. Tons of flavors read more

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Wing Yan K.

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After Dessert Bowl closed down. I hardly find another place to go for Asian dessert. Gladly to see another Asian dessert place pop up on Bethel Road. Been here twice since they opened, and their menu do provide variety of options, such as bubble tea, rolled ice cream, crepe cake, towel roll... Depend on what time you head in, the speed for the drink can be some wait. I think as for the dessert items, there is some room for improvement. Other than that, great place to hang out and have some sweet treats. read more

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Anita C.

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Surprisingly impressed! Loved the matcha cheese green tea. There needs to be a better name for this... The tea is reminiscent of the Flamingo Bloom franchise of Hong Kong. The tea is steeped just right, not too bitter, and perfect amount of sweetness. The cheese topping is a great addition. Also tried the matcha mille cake which is just the right amount of sweetness. read more

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Roya B.

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really good ice tea. limited menu but very unique options. Extremely clean and high quality.

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Brooke B.

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5 years ago

Very interesting desserts! The Matcha hand roll was phenomenal! Very friendly and professional service!

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Francine N.

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I ordered a green tea milk with boba and my husband ordered a Purple Ghost Drink. We waited for 30 minutes for our drink which was crazy. They seemed understaff and stressed out. The Purple Ghost Drink is blended grapes which tasted bland and icy. My green tea boba was room temperature and had very little ice. I can find better boba places. Honestly wouldn't recommend it to people. read more

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Han K.

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Cool little spot if you are looking for Asian desserts. I've had the coco and matcha crepes thats layered with cream. It is something different and tasty. They rolled ice cream and the ball waffles. I definitely would recommend you come check it out yourself. read more

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Vera P.

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I've come here a couple times and always gotten delicious treats. I've tried ice cream and bubble tea and both were great! It's so cute inside too. read more

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Amy Z.

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This place specializes in desserts you'll commonly find in many Asian-centered locations! My favorite is their mango slush desserts (any variety). It's sweet but not overly sweet and comparable to a dessert chain called Mango-Mango. Their mille crepe cakes are pretty amazing too with light, sweet flavors and a creamy texture. I haven't personally tried any of their bubble tea but I doubt it'll disappoint. My friend that got the Thai tea did mention that it's better than the Thai tea from Kung Fu Tea but I have yet to try. read more

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Kelly W.

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DELICIOUS! Super light and fluffy crepe desserts, will be back to try the others. The mango crepe cake is really moist and flavor packed, and the matcha ones are more subtle and creamy so it just depends on what you like. Their tea is tasty and not overly sweet, and staff is really prompt and welcoming. A+ for cozy decor, too! read more

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Audrey N.

8 years ago

This is a cute place to hangout with friends at, and staff are friendly. They have Jenga to play with. They have cakes/desserts in a display case you can get outside from menu items. The black milk tea tastes good~ Mango puree dessert needs some work but isn't bad. The tapioca, sago & rice balls (in mango dessert) is bland and needs some sweetening. Wali's is pretty busy considering how new they are. Worth it to check this place out - just don't expect too much since kinks still need to be worked out! read more

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P S.

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Taste of Vegas... boba tea and deserts ...workers are always pleasant very suggestive... different spinoff of a traditional waffle cone... waffle pancakes infused with vanilla ice cream just yummmy and specialty tea drinks do the cheese cover read more

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Doug S.

8 years ago

Got the taro bubble tea and purple ghost cheese. Taro bubble tea was good portion and right sweetness. Purple ghost cheese was like a milk cap smoothie with cream cheese topping, was expecting artificial grape flavor but surprisingly it was clearly made with real grapes, very pleasant flavor. Service was great, and mango crepe was delicious. read more

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Jessica L.

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my favorite local bubble tea joint! small operation with awesome people. i'm so happy they're around the corner from my house and i can give them all of my monies. hand rolled ice cream, bubble tea, smoothies and various other desserts. my go-to is their new strawberry tea with bubbles! you just can't go wrong with whatever you order. read more

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Kelley L.

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I have been wanting to stop by for awhile. I always search for new places to try. And I watch a lot of travel shows. I always end up looking up foods i see on the videos and try to find them close by to me. One of my Favorite youtubers CupofTJ travels around documenting her food. I believe she got a dessert in Taiwan that was similar to the desserts here. With the rice balls, herb jelly, coconut milk and beans. I will try that the next time i come in. I had to try one of the mango puree bowls. They let me add in rice balls to it so i could try it. Fresh mango used for the puree, delicious and refreshing. We got a Thai iced tea milk bubble tea. It was just the right amount of sweetness. The owner (I believe) offered us a complimentary bubble waffle with ice cream to try. He mentioned adding more to the menu soon. He was super friendly and easy to talk to. Made us feel at home. Which was really nice. I absolutely love this place I can't recommend it enough! Come try something unique or something familiar they have something for everyone. read more

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We stumbled on this place after reading about it on Yelp. It's only been open for about a month and I secretly hope not too many people find out about it because it is a gem! It's hidden at the corner of a larger strip mall next to a seafood place. You have to really look or you'll miss it. Inside is clean, could use a little more seating (and outdoor seating would be nice, too), but they have board games and the space is inviting. The menu is a little limited, but the items are outstanding! My son and I had the strawberry and mango ice creams. We didn't know they are rolled ice creams until they started being made. Wow! The guy made them with such precision, the finished product was a work of art. Plus, they didn't fall apart at all while we were eating them, like at other ice cream places. My other son had the mango pomelo sago, which was a light, refreshing dessert with bits of fruit and tapioca in a thickened mango purée. Really lovely! read more

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Yifan W.

8 years ago

I hope I can give a zero star. I waited for my dessert about an hour. And then, they told me the dessert I ordered was sold out! Literally, I saw a few people who came later but they got their dessert earlier than me. There are two works who are too busy to answer your questions. So disappointed. read more

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Funing Z.

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7 years ago

I'm not sure what happened in the last two years but this place has become significantly more dead. I've only gotten the mango pomelo sago and taro ball dessert here, but both are pretty good. The taro balls are really fresh. However, they're both extremely over priced. You only get a small bowl of dessert for $8. Service is also terribly slow. There's rarely anyone there the few times I've gone but each time they take at least 15 minutes to make my order. read more

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Kyle D.

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Finally a Chinese dessert place in Columbus. Really clean and nice. The desserts look and taste great. Hidden at the end of a plaza on bethel rd. I hope more people find out about this place so we don't lose it. read more

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Ha N.

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This was my first time here and it was delicious! I was having a hard time with the menu because I'm unfamiliar with Taiwanese desserts, so the cashier brought out pictures for me to reference, which was so kind of her. I ended up getting the mango layered cake and the mango dessert with jelly and fruits. Both were very tasty. While I was eating, the owner actually brought out a waffle cone dessert, a new item they were working on to be released next week. The people are really kind here and the desserts taste amazing. I highly recommend!! read more

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Christina K.

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This is one of the best dessert restaurants I've tried recently. The desserts are so fresh and creative. I had the mango pomelo sago with ice cream and it was amazing. It did take a while to receive the desserts but was well worth it and knew it probably took a while to peel and cut all of the fresh fruit. There's not much else to say other than try this restaurant if you're in the mood for fresh and flavorful desserts! read more

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Alex D.

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7 years ago

Not sure how I didn't know this place existed. It's nice to know that Columbus has a late night asian bakery and this will fulfill those pastry and bubble tea late night cravings. Got a crepe cake and some bubble tea, both were delicious. The menu was kind of hard to navigate though, so I might pre plan a little better next time. read more

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Dana D.

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We went here on a whim and absolutely love it! My fiancé had the Oreo ice cream which was really good. It tasked like rich chocolate milk with cookies! I tried the mango crepe cake which was light and fruity. Absolutely enjoyed ourselves while there and played Jenga. We will be back! read more

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Alissa L.

8 years ago

I am so excited to finally have a Taiwanese dessert spot in Columbus! The cakes are delicious and the smoothies with cheese frost is yummy too. Added bonus the customer service was on point with helpful suggestions and descriptions. This is a definite check out spot! read more

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M B.

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5 years ago

Be advised that as of summer 2021, they no longer do ice cream rolls. Disappointing for the kids. Also, $5+ for a bubble tea is a bit steep.

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Rob P.

5 years ago

Very High quality Tea, enjoyed the Mango Green a lot, it was strong and sweet @75% sugar. Great experience, Fast, and Authentic.

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Katelynn K.

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7 years ago

We went here and tried the bubble tea which was of a perfect texture. I recommend the thai iced tea flavor. They have only a few other desserts available for purchase but they all look fancy and delicious so I highly recommend trying them. I look forward to coming back and doing so. The atmosphere of the shop is wide and open and the seating is comfy and trendy and cute. read more

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Alexa P.

8 years ago

I love the black and green bubble tea! I have been comparing this and Other places around like king fu tea for the best bubble tea and wali doesn't disappoint. The tea has the perfect amount of sweetness and the employees are always super friendly and accommodating. 5/5 would reccomend! read more

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David H.

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This place is adorable. I've never had rolled matcha ice cream but now I'm a super fan. Picked up a cocoa roll to go for a desert and it was gigantic. Can't wait to try everything else on the menu. read more

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Shihan Z.

8 years ago

Worst Service ever. I waited for almost AN HOUR and they told me that the item i ordered an hour ago is sold out. It's ridiculous.

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brii a.

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Great service and clean store! Very impressed and best roll ice cream I've tried in Columbus so far! Highly recommend

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I T.

8 years ago

Second time visit this place in a week! OMG, tastes so yummy!!! Love this place! I love it as it's not too sweet and just right, unlike American dessert, too sweet. read more

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Xin X.

7 years ago

I'm the only customer in store and I waited 25 minutes for my order :) It's ridiculous

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Alex S.

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7 years ago

Really good desserts, but also kind of pricey for some items. Meh, I'll be back anyway!

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Lisa T.

7 years ago

LOVED the signature fruit tea. Just wished the fruits were cut up into bits so you can eat it while drinking the tea.

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Jen F.

8 years ago

I am absolutely upset with my purchase at this dessert place. I bought a mango pomelo sago ice cream and it was NOT WORTH THE MONEY! It tasted like a watered mango smoothie. An employee said there was mango icecream at the bottom, but it was vanilla icecream in a tasteless "mango soup" read more

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1440 Bethel Rd
Columbus, OH 43220
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What time does Wali Dessert open?

Wali Dessert opens at 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Wali Dessert close?

Wali Dessert closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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Does Wali Dessert take credit cards?

Yes, Wali Dessert takes credit cards.

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Does Wali Dessert have catering options?

No, Wali Dessert does not have catering options.

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Does Wali Dessert have parking?

Yes, Wali Dessert has parking options. Private Lot Parking

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Is Wali Dessert wheelchair accessible?

No, Wali Dessert is not wheelchair accessible.

Does Wali Dessert have free WiFi?

Yes, Wali Dessert has free WiFi.

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Tsaocaa

4.3

(16 reviews)

0.9 mi

I was in the shopping center for something else and decided to get "dessert". I found the…read morerestaurant to be clean and organized. I ordered the Taro coconut drink. It was good and refreshing! Parking was plentiful and the service was wonderful! The cost was appropriate for other bubble tea places.

I am team coffee all the way. I very rarely drink tea. I have been craving mango everything this…read morehot summer, and the pictures of the various iced mango milk tea drinks drew me in. Somehow I left with a non-mango drink, but it was a game time decision to try the weekly special - taro coconut twist. I wasn't sure at first, but it grew on me. Very cold, mild nutty flavor of taro, sweet and icy. Staff was polite and efficient. Shop is clean and quiet. Maybe too quiet? I think some music would liven it up. Enjoyed my little afternoon outing. Will definitely come again.

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Mango slush? and Passionate Pineapple Fruit Tea (Jasmine!

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Vivi Bubble Tea - Dublin

This was pretty darn good, all aspects of our visit…read more Easy to find, easy parking. Clean and bright inside. Super friendly service. Great products. Kid K saw it and wanted bubble tea after a hot day at the zoo (we had stopped for something at Trader Joe's.) Huge selection of drinks (only complaint: tiny print on menu screen on the wall, though they do also have it printed out and I bet it is on the computer kiosk.) Kid got an Oreo milk tea with bubbles, and loved it. I got a mango slushie and also loved it: refreshing, with mango bits in it. I had planned to pick up supper for later somewhere nearby, but they do have a couple of food items, Taiwanese sausage and popcorn chicken. So, saved a stop. The sausage is a small portion, just a snack; tender, flavorful, a little sweet. I'd get another. The popcorn chicken was a bigger portion, almost a meal's worth, and can be covered with several flavor powders. I got curry. There's also pepper, basil, and a few more. It was good. Tender bits of chicken, crispy, with flavor but not overwhelming. Would definitely get again. I would go a bit out of my way for this, as would Kid K. But at Sawmill and 161, and near Meijer and TJ's among many other places, you probably don't have to. Check it out.

The spicy popcorn chicken is fire and crispy! Place is cute…read moreand clean. Staff was extremely polite. Highly recommend the jasmine and honey ice tea

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Teamoji

4.2

(35 reviews)

0.1 mi

My go to place for a standard bubble tea in Columbus. Solid menu options with reasonable prices,…read moreunlike many of the other bubble tea places which may have similar drink quality, but the prices are exorbitant. One of my favorites is the honey oolong osmanthus tea! Love the tea jelly as well as their tapioca pearls.

Been coming here for years and it's still my go-to boba spot in Columbus. There are plenty of…read moreoverly sweet drinks that taste fake, but this place actually uses real fruit with no artificial taste. Hard to find quality like this these days, especially for bubble tea.

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B8 Taro Milk Tea 芋香奶茶

Kung Fu Tea

Okay, so, admittedly the in app ordering system is a pain, but the actual Cafe is very charming…read more Drinks are good too!

I love this place & wish there was one in Gahanna! I've…read morenever had a bad drink. This was first time trying a slush. It was delicious. I like how you can alter the amount of sweetness on any drink. Their ordering system was weird this time. Everyone stood in line by the register to order (because that's where the machine was this time) instead of ordering at the register. It made much more sense when it was towards the opening of the store & you could pick how you wanted to order. They're too busy unfortunately to ask any questions, so you better know what you want! The game machines were a nice touch & I wasted a few dollars on that while I waited.

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Bambu

4.6

(27 reviews)

0.9 mi

All your sweet cravings satisfied! Don't be afraid to try something new. Everything we ordered were…read moredelish..we had the: 1. Mango Yonami - awesome mango sort of smoothie loaded with toppings and mango bits. 2. Ube halo-halo is just this explosion of multiple diff toppings. Two thumbs up. 3. Smash avocado - smoothie made w/ fresh avocado with bubbles and boba. Yum! 4. Brown sugar milk tea - oh the bobas were cooked to perfection! We also tried the pandan mochi waffle.. that was good too! Service was fast and friendly, place was bright and clean. Sweet happy tummy!

I RARELY give 5 star ratings. But everything about this place was just right!…read more The drinks/food: Let's start with the scent of doughy & crispiness in the air from the moment I walked in. Must have been from the waffles & although that's not something I'd normally consider ordering, one whiff & I was craving them sooo bad! Not to mention that the prospect of exciting versions of them (like Pandan or Ube) made me want to ruin my dinner plans. So after I gained some self control, I ordered what seems like the healthiest & lighest drink up there. It just happened to also have all the flavors of things I adore. The Bambu Special is coconut meat, pandan jelly, brown longan, basil seed (think similar to a chia seed) & coconut water. All this with a crushed ice ball on top. Wow!! So subtle yet flavorful at the same time. I can't wait to make my way down their entire menu . The service: Another wow! The woman behind the counter was so nice & helpful. I mentioned how I like that it's a Vietnamese drink shop & she mentioned that her sister (I think an owner) & herself were both from Cambodia...one of my favorite places I've traveled to. It all made sense as the kindest people in all my travels were in Cambodia. She gave me future recommendations & I promised to return! The atmosphere: Clean, bright, variety of styled of seats, couches, high tops, & greenery walls that have cute neon signs. Wish this place was closer because it definitely had a coffee shop vibe. As a boba addict, I think I might have to pick this place over all the amazing boba options in that area & that's saying a lot! Please go try these goodies for yourself & support our local business owners!

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Ube halo halo, BAMBU specialty

Bambu dining area and counter (lots of space and a crisp, clean, and modern vibe)

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Enchantea

4.2

(18 reviews)

0.9 mi

This is a little tea shop off Bethel Road. This is not a fancy establishment like many of the other…read moredrink shops around town. There are a couple of seating options inside but it feels more of a order your drink and go type of place. I ordered the ube cheesecake drink with Biscoff cookies in it. It was good but on the uber sweet side. It was almost too sweet. It got better as the ice started to melt. They have a lot of unique flavors. I think one of their other teas might have been a better choice, but I wanted to go with something that I have never tried before.

I saw a post on Instagram announcing a new ube and taro series - and I HAD to try. The line was…read morequite literally out the door when I arrived, but orders were getting made quickly. The staff were super friendly and efficient. I ordered an Ube Ube (double ube) drink, and ordered my husband a Pomelo Mango Sago. The space was very modern and beautiful, but not much seating was available. It looks like they may be expanding though? Overall, the Ube Ube drink was incredible. I got it without tea and it was creamy, sweet, and really hit the spot. My husband said his drink was pretty good, but he's not sure if he would choose it again. I will be back for more Ube!

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Outdoor

Blossom Dewdrop ($5.50) with Cheese Foam ($2.00)

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Tiger Sugar

3.7

(33 reviews)

0.8 mi

This location is pretty good! There's a small parking lot…read morewhich I can imagine gets pretty full if it's busy, but there are nearby shopping centers with parking lots. There's vibe is casual, good for late night hang outs. They sell random knickknacks in the front like Asian snacks, little toys, and press on nails?? I liked that they had a kiosk so I could take my time going through the options. We clarified with the person making the drinks that the drink we got included boba because it was kind of unclear on the kiosk. Overall pretty good size for the price especially since nowadays boba can be around $8-10. I thought the flavor was good and the boba texture and flavor was perfect. It's definitely on the sweet side but that's probably because of the specific drinks we got (brown sugar). Would come again!

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Order counter

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Highlight: Honey Green Tea 80% Sweetness w/ Creama ($6.25)…read more Sweet and creamy foam, blends well with the tea and 80% sweetness was just enough sweetness for me without being overpoweringly sweet. Hospitality: Ordered at the kiosk, didn't interact with the crew. Got my drink about 5 minutes after ordering. Honorable Mention: Clean and modern interior!

Well, unfortunately they don't take cash here. When it also comes to allergens, I actually wish…read morethey'd state what tree nuts exactly are in their drinks (like is it almond milk or coconut milk?) Instead of just "tree nuts". I have had them before though, and they are decent. Just not a fan of the operations here.

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Kung Fu Tea

Delicious boba as always! If you love matcha I recommend the sesame matcha…read more Service was fast even though there were multiple customers. Lots of tables open for people to sit and study. I will come again!

I came here for a milk tea. The shop was staffed nicely. Looked clean. Was quick prepping my…read moreorder. I ordered a coffee flavored milk tea. I would not recommend that combination. It just didn't taste great when I got to my car and I started drinking it.--The tea flavor tasted really weird. Very, very strong taste to the tea not very much coffee flavor and I have to say the two didn't mix well whatsoever I don't know why I continued to drink it, but I did and I wish I hadn't. It's midnight and my stomach is still making noises and protesting against that tea. I don't know if I got bad milk or a variety of tea that my stomach just doesn't like... But this was not the tea for me. The girls in front of me had gotten mango smoothie type of things and that looked delicious and another one had a strawberry looking thing and that also looks delicious. I think I really chose poorly... Like as poorly as one could choose--I could probably receive a metal saying world's, worst choice. It was that bad. If I had to come back (which I probably will not), I would get something with mango and maybe not a milk tea

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LittleMoon Cafe and Tea

4.4

(56 reviews)

3.8 mi

Pros: Cute space…read more Lots of drink options, including non-caffinated and carbonated Food available too Lots of seating Cons: Only one person working My drink did not come carbonated :( Limited parking put front Pro tip: Go at off times so you don't have to wait long

This is a hip boba style tea shop with a open nice interior. Friendly staff and the place was a bit…read morebusy. Good mango smoothie. A little more icy than creamy. Good boba. Overall nice spot to grab a drink and chill.

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The Brown Bag Deli

Found this place on Yelp while in German Village. Wanted a good deli sandwich to pack a lunch for…read moreexploring Greenlawn Cemetery. Busy little spot. Decent menu but not overwhelming. The wait was great for as busy as they were. Decent seating inside and out but a lot were to go orders I ordered the #7 The Village Addiction $13.00 smoked turkey, havarti, cranberry mayonnaise served grilled on sour dough. The cranberry mayo was a great addition to the sandwich tangy and refreshing. They have plenty of salads as well but I opted for the Curry Cauliflower. Well spiced, slight heat, but delicious Service was friendly and welcoming. Good value and a refreshing change from fast food restaurants

This is such an adorable small business, where the atmosphere is always full of warm energy. I love…read moregrabbing a quick and easy lunch pickup order and enjoying a delicious and generously sized sandwich! I specifically love the club sandwich and the chicken salad! This is in a great location for downtown and German Village workers, and I absolutely recommend stopping in to pickup a nice meal as a middle of the week reward!

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Barley's Brewing Company

Delicious food and such a cute atmosphere! We went New Years Eve and they had decorative hats at…read moreeach table and booth to have some fun with and take pics with. They also have a table of games at the front that you can play. My food was so good except my buffalo wings tasted like they could've been bbq. I got a hint of sweet, I'm not sure if it was the Buffalo sauce they use or they wound up giving me the wrong sauce. The waiters and servers were all very friendly. I came again another twice more for to-go salads and they made sure to put my protein in a separate container to not wilt my lettuce. Wish I was a local so I could eat at Barleys more often!

Love stopping in to the bar here to grab a drink. They usually have some new offerings but the…read moreScottish Ale is always on the menu and its so good. The pretzel is also delicious if you need a quick snack.

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The Lox

My goodness. This bagel changed my outlook on life and helped resurrect me to continue my apartment…read moresearch. The staff were friendly and somewhat fast, this place obviously has fans because it was packed! It's a cute little spot with a modern atmosphere. The bagel was perfectly toasted, the egg was soft and flavorful, to top it all off the bacon was crispy and delicious. Cannot wait to get another pick me up bagel from this place, worth the price.

Inside was classic modern coffee shop vibes. Plenty of seating (not the most comfortable but fine…read morefor a few hours) to eat or relax in. Servers were nice and helpful for getting water and napkins. I paid for street parking and I didn't realize they had parking there :/ luckily street parking for 1hr was really inexpensive The food (BEC sandwich was delicious) super flavorful and high quality ingredients. I believe they added a sauce to the sandwich that made it more uniquely flavored (I would've rather not had the sauce). Another downside was the cost, I believe the sandwich was $12 which was pretty high a breakfast fast casual sandwich. However, its size and flavor partially offset it. I could see this becoming a once-every-few-months favorite if I lived near the area.

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The inside

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Belle's Bread

The mango mousse cake has been a birthday and holiday staple in my family for as long as I can…read moreremember. Most recently, I came to pick up a cake for Father's Day and also stopped in to try a couple drinks and a matcha roll. The interior is clean with indoor and outdoor seating. The staff are very friendly. Come early if you want a bigger selection of bread and pastries! I came around 6 pm on a Saturday and most breads were sold out but there were still plenty of cakes left. I ordered the iced matcha latte and iced black sesame lattes (both with oat milk). After mixing, the matcha latte was a light shade of green and pretty much just tasted like milk which was kind of disappointing. The black sesame latte on the other hand, had a nice strong black sesame flavor. The mango and strawberry smoothies were super refreshing especially since it was hot outside. I actually saved the matcha roll for 2 days later and it still tasted really fresh and yummy.

I RARELY give five star reviews. This place has…read moreconsistently been one of the best in Columbus. It is a fusion of French in Japanese and the techniques and flavors show that. Throughout the years, they have had a variety of different offerings, but they're always the same staples, which is their incredible baked goods, their cakes and sweet cake rolls, a small variety, sandwich, sandwiches and fun drink drinks. They currently have sweet crêpes, but they used to have savory who wants as well back in the day. This entire plaza is an Asian heaven, and I like to bring people from out of town to it because you can literally spend hours in this area. As you can tell for my photos, they are always this busy. The place itself is nice and clean, and the staff is friendly. I'm not a sweet person at all, so I like that this place has unique offerings and some savory ones too. I recommend the mango cake, the sweet butter rolls that literally taste like a slightly sweeten butter inside of a soft pillow bread, and for you to take a loaf of bread home as well. Pro tip: later in the day, the offerings from this bakery are half off at Tensuke Market. This place has been voted as one of the best bakeries in the country & we have it in our own backyard. If you haven't tried it yet, you are missing out.

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Matcha Soft Serve!

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Matcha Azuki Ice w/ Soft Serve and mochi

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Cafe Elena is just a great restaurant to go to. The food is amazing. I ordered Crepe de Nutella,…read moreand a Rich Dark Chocolate smoothie. That was really tasty. The ambience it self is really nice, the bathrooms are really clean, and the restaurant is not too empty and not too crowded. But there was steady traffic. That's how you know it has really good food. The service is amazing. The servers are extremely nice. Our server was recommending food options and always being polite and respectful. They are quick and efficient, and the food was fresh.

Stopped here for the first time, and we loved it! The service, space, and food are all great! We…read morehad the Nutella crepes and breakfast burrito. I'd highly recommend both. I'll be back!

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Super clean interior with counter or table service

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So good you need to get there early in order to get what you crave! People absolutely love this…read moreplace! Everything is so delicious and made with so much care, it's hard to walk by without popping in to see what they have!

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Inside

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Hui Y.

2 years ago

The staff at Wali are friendly and attentive. They are knowledgeable about the menu and are happy to make recommendations based on your preferences. Service is prompt, and the overall experience is seamless, adding to the enjoyment of your visit. read more