I am not sure why this place says closed, but I went over last Thursday and it was opened. Hours…read morevary, but usually close at 9 pm. The service is fast and friendly. I would call ahead if anything. I ordered an Oreo banana crepe and it was amazing! They have games and a medium size seating area. It can be fun while you wait.

ALL THE STARS AND RECOMMENDATIONS. I am ashamed we didn't…read moretry this place sooner. Great selection of a WHOLE bunch of yummy things. I didn't know where to start, so we quite literally ordered many things of everything. -Boba Teas -crepes -smoothies -Ramen and rice bowls (they had a note that they are not doing hot pots anymore) -smoothies -ice cream -misc other delish desserts We went in right before they closed. The staff was pleasant, and the service was quick. They helped to answer all my "what does that come with" questions, and we loved all the foods we ended up picking. Side note, the leftovers even tasted good rewarmed. The seating area was limited but cute. There is even a spot to take pictures. We will definitely be back.

I've heard a lot of good things about Vanessa's, so I came here with my roommate on a hot day in…read moreMerced. We were immediately greeted once we entered the store. The atmosphere of the place felt so nice. The pricing is very reasonable. I got a medium (2 scoops) for $4.75 I believe. I got a scoop of cookies and cream and a scoop of pumpkin pie. I've been really craving pumpkin recently, so this was right up my alley. The two owners are very kind and patient with customers. They give out samples and they make the orders exactly how we asked for it. They have a variety of things on their menu. Not just ice cream, but they also have milkshakes, aguas frescas, and tostilocos. Everything is made with a lot of love and care. You can taste it. Inside the store, they had a wall full of kids fanart, and that was so cute. That's how you know the place is good! I will 100% come back here whenever I can. Everyone is awesome and super kind. I recommend to everyone who is in Merced!

Awesome customer service. The mangonadas are amazing. Highly…read morerecommend. Delicious tasty and great price

This was our must do bucket list while driving down to Fresno, this time with pictures!! Service…read morewas kind and friendly, offered to help when we were at the kiosk and to other customers. The ambiance is super cute and thoughtful! The drinks were hitting they tasted so good. We got the matcha raw coconut, mango tango, and taro. Place got packed after we placed our order -- happy we stopped by!

Great place! Super awesome to chat with a friend or grab a drink. Drinks are a bit inconsistent…read morethough--depends on who you get as your barista. Personally, drinks made specially by that curly haired dude with glasses, the one man wearing a bandanna, or one guy with a septum and blonde dyed hair usually do a great job with making drinks! I will say that their boba improved! Not sure what recipe they're doing now, but it definitely tastes better.

Best mangonada I've ever had in Merced. On mamas nice and…read morefresh with the candies in there.

Hidden gem with Mexican ice cream, snacks and scoop ice cream. Out rocky road waffle cones was…read moredelicious!

Super cute ice cream place that also has raspados, etc. They had a wide selection of ice cream…read moreflavors, popsicles- laid out in the case, no wrappers, super cute! I had one scoop in a cup, half plain yogurt, legit plain yogurt-- and half mango/chamoy, yum dang yum! Chunks of mango with swirls of chamoy.

loved coming here. i went for a late-night munch. i ordered the corn in a cup with hot cheetos and…read moreNO hot sauce/chile. hot sauce/chile makes my stomach very upset. however, they still put hot sauce. i didn't notice until i got home and now, i don't feel good. i couldn't eat it and threw it away. my partner also ordered nachos with cheese and jalapenos but they were out of the nacho chips so he asked for tostilocos. the cheese was cold. taking recommendations for other similar places in Merced! please let me know! idk if i will be returning. :(

The Papaya Salad is so fresh & full of summer vibes! Highly recommend! Bonus- the couple that owns…read morethe restaurant is the sweetest!

When my sister went to school in Merced, we always made sure to stop by Papaya Lady whenever we're…read morein town. Since she has graduated, I won't be in town anytime soon, but I highly recommend them for some good Thai and Laotian bites if you're ever in Merced! They have a selection of delicious dishes and I have loved everything that I've tried. My go-to orders are the Papaya Salad and Khao Poon. The papaya salad is a must and the spice level was the perfect amount. The Khao Poon is a coconut curry based noodle soup that is so flavorful. I've also come to really enjoy the Nam Khao (Laotian crispy rice salad), each bite is crunchy and absolutely delish. Your Asian comfort food cravings will definitely be satisfied here. Wishing The Papaya Lady continued success!

This ice cream shop was so good we went back two nights in a row. We tried the mango cream, guava,…read morekiwi strawberry, pineapple chili, and cucumber chili popsicles. As well as the Cajeta de Maria's and Nutella ice cream. It was the perfect treat after walking in Yosemite Valley

I had a really rude interaction with a Young girl with darker complexity. Made my desire for ice…read morecream go away and not buy anything from here.

This is some of the best chocolate I've ever had. I went to get bonbons for Valentine's and ended…read moreup getting some chocolate-covered strawberries as well. Everything was amazing. The strawberries were hands down the best I've had in my life. The quality of the product was amazing and the service was first class. Do yourself a favor and go here. It really is perfect

The Chocolate Dipper is honestly a hidden gem here in Merced…read more First off, Brittney, the owner, is just an incredible person. She's kind, compassionate, and has this energy about her that makes you feel welcomed the second you walk in. Now let's talk about the treats. Everything is delicious, but the apples are on another level. I've lived on different coasts and traveled quite a bit, and I've never had apples with this kind of variety, flavor, and quality. They're hands down the best I've had anywhere. What really impressed me too was traveling to different coastal towns in California and seeing The Chocolate Dipper apples being sold in other chocolate shops. That says a lot about the quality and the reputation she's built. On top of being an amazing chocolate maker, Brittney is deeply connected to the community. She's donated baskets, treats, and even her time through hands-on chocolate classes for people in the community, which really speaks to who she is. If you haven't been yet, I highly recommend stopping in and checking it out. You won't be disappointed. My personal favorites are the Rocky Road and coconut apples. -Matt Escobar

I stopped by MIX Bakery this morning and really enjoyed their breakfast sandwich. It came with…read morebacon, eggs & cheese and was very flavorful!! They now have indoor seating! Great decision. Oh, and I couldn't resist getting a root beer float! The drinks here are awesome. The service is always good and Mix has a welcoming atmosphere . 1110 W 16th St, Merced, CA 95341

I've been here twice, and there is much to love!…read more The space is an absolute jewel-box of gorgeous and delectable cupcakes, trifles, cakes and other treats studding the impeccably clean shelves and surfaces of this bakery. Each confection is clearly treated with care and attention to detail--making everything about this place as appetizing as their ambiance. It looks as though there's room for this beautiful business to grow, and I hope that Merced will spread the word about Mix Bakery's dazzling and tantalizing offerings!

Super happy we found this place, very very chill cool ambience cozy feel! And the coffee is…read morefantastic!

Stopped by here on our way to the Bay Area. This is the cutest shop for times you may want to study…read moreor work on some things, the other side of the shop has beautiful art pieces. We got the Golden Money and Honey Lavender Latte, both were really good and the service was great. It's a little bit on a pricey side but was a great treat.