I've been on a support local business kick and after reading about Destenny's in a couple of local…read morewrite ups, I kept her in mind. I was contemplating a sundae. I'm currently boycotting that national pink and brown chain with the number of flavors for some extraordinarily rude service in the neighboring town. I had currently supported a local ice cream shop over in El Portal and was satisfied. I didn't want to go that far so I remembered Destenny's which is near where I live. Quaint small shop. Kudos for re-imagining a small space for a local business. Not many flavors but a good quality product in Mitchell's. The lady was very nice in making my split. She went out of her way to accommodate my need to transport my split in a container. My only issue is the split and a Red Bull came to $20 (plus apparently $1.50 for using a card). I didn't trip and immediately paid it. Now the split was awesome. But I got home and was like waiminute...$20?? The split from the other local place was $9 plus tax. The chain woulda been $7 plus. Was the split $15 and the Red Bull $5? Was the split $10 and the Red Bull $10. Ironically, I was contemplating going to Safeway and getting the fixings myself but ultimately decided naw, I don't need to spend that much, plus remember, we're supporting local. I got a loyalty card and I DID like the product. Maybe I'll try again and get a price point before I order

From after work pick me ups to satisfying my sweet tooth!! This will always be my place to go!!…read moreBest service I've ever gotten! Location maybe small but it's filled with lots of love!! I'm originally from SF and when I first saw that there was a place to get my favorite ice cream I couldn't pass up on it. I love taking my parents to get their favorite flavors of ice cream without having to go far!! They have an amazing selection of treats from amazing drinks, to dessert like candied grapes and pineapples, mini pancakes, Dubai strawberries and ice cream hands down they have it all!! Will always continue to take my friends and family members to try the deliciousness that this shop has to offer!!!

Great service, asked for a replacement on a fruit tea. Staff was happy to do so would recommend.read more

It is a goal of mine to try every milk tea spot. EVERY PLACE. So finally I have arrived here to try…read moremy beloved drink. There are two kiosks to order food. Easy to maneuver. I ordered a Thai milk tea with boba. Drink was ready within minutes. There were a couple of orders ahead of me too. Lots of places to sit. It's very clean. Price is crazy though. My drink came up to like $7. 4/5

I absolutely loved the horchata ice cream....it was so good, but honestly a bit too much for me. I…read morethink 2-3 roll-ups would've been perfect. The berries were super sweet and fresh, but there was so much ice cream that most of them ended up falling on the floor. My baby really enjoyed her Oreo ice cream, and my partner said his tasted just like a bowl of cereal! It was around $30 for the three of us, which felt a little pricey , but the service was immaculate. Overall, I'd definitely come back especially to try their boba teas!

Drink was pretty good…read more Customer service was slightly below average No ice cream samples given - sucks coz my kiddo wanted a sample The drink is not made in front of you so I dont like that- you can't really see what's going on -like handwashing etc 3 stars overall

So very good. Had a banana brownie and a brown sugar chocolate chip cooke. Fresh and really good…read more They were at an event at Curious Floral. Very nice couple too.

I came across Sugar Empire's booth at the Orinda Farmer's Market last weekend. I was drawn in by…read morethe viral Dubai chocolate sign, but they also sell a lot of other cookies in fun flavors. I had been wanting to try the Dubai chocolate for awhile, but couldn't find it at any local shops and was hesitant to purchase online. The bar was quite large at 8 oz. and topped with a beautiful dusting of gold powder. The chocolate had a nice snap and the pistachio butter and phyllo filling was absolutely delicious - crispy, creamy, and not overly sweet. I initially thought the price was a bit steep at $25, but considering the size, quality, and taste after trying it, I would buy it again. They only had milk chocolate available at the time and were sold out of the dark chocolate, which is my favorite, so I'll be looking out for that dark chocolate bar next time!

Bought from this place so many times but somehow only got one photos :( tried different cheesecakes…read more& chocolate cakes - never disappointed! They have a wide range of selection to choose from - definitely worth the money! The store is spacious but has no seating. The staffs were really nice though!

Amazing pastries, confusing ordering / paying / pickup process. Bathroom says unoccupied and has a…read morenumber lock. Staff says needs no numbers, must be occupied. Nobody in it but door doesn't budge. Cappuccino undrinkable, scalding hot, barista doesn't know what they are doing. And only outdoor seating despite plenty of space inside but no tables and chairs. A truly strange place. Next time skip drinks and pick up amazing bakery goods and leave. Once cappuccino cooled down to drinking temperature, flavor was disgusting.

If you have a sweet tooth and find yourself in Berkeley, U Dessert Story is an absolute must-visit…read more From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is cozy, inviting, and perfect for catching up with friends or ending the night with something special. The desserts are not only beautifully presented but incredibly delicious. Every bite tastes fresh, creative, and thoughtfully made. The Mango Sticky Rice Bingsoo was a standout--light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. The portions are generous and perfect for sharing, and the variety on the menu means there's something for everyone. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better with their great service. U Dessert Story turns dessert into an experience. If you're looking for a place that delivers on taste, presentation, and atmosphere, this spot deserves five stars. I can't wait to come back and try more of the menu!

We used to visit their other location in the city, but we've been coming to this location more…read moreoften lately because we feel more comfortable in this area. Overall, it's been a good experience every time. Parking can be challenging depending on the time of day. Most of the parking is on the street, so you'll need to keep an eye out for pedestrians and bicyclists while looking for a spot. That's probably the biggest inconvenience of visiting this place. There is usually a 15 to 20-minute wait whenever we come for dessert, but we've always been seated within the quoted wait time, which we appreciate. The restaurant itself is fairly small, so the dining area can feel crowded. Tables are very close together, and you're practically sitting back-to-back with other guests. Because of this, the noise level can get pretty high, and it's easy to overhear conversations from nearby tables. The desserts are the highlight here. The BingSu is excellent, and the lava cake is one of our favorites. The menu is accessed through a QR code, making ordering simple and convenient. Food portions are decent, although prices are definitely on the premium side. Service is efficient, and the food and desserts usually arrive pretty quickly. We used to go to their city location regularly, but over the years we've found ourselves visiting this location more often because the area feels more comfortable and convenient for us. That has made this our go-to spot whenever we're craving dessert. Overall, this is a great place for dessert. The quality of the desserts keeps us coming back, but the difficult parking situation and cramped seating prevent it from being a full 5-star experience. Would definitely return for the BingSu and lava cake.

Was put onto Starbread Bakery and the famous senorita bread by my partner years ago and recently…read moregot some while we were in San Pablo. There are a few places across the Bay Area that serve senorita bread but this place has been the one that consistently is the best value and quality that we have been to thus far. This bakery is a pretty small place, really only meant for ordering a good number of pastries to-go. We got 20 for around $16 (which hurts a bit considering it was a good amount cheaper just 3-4 years ago) and they came piping hot. The senorita bread is a perfect mix of buttery and fluffy, and better yet, is great even after being in the refrigerator as it can easily be heated back up at a later time. Love this place and is the place to go for our favorite Filipino pastry.

My partner and I made the trek here today since this is the closest location to us and we were…read morecraving señorita bread. We should have just gone to the Daly City location instead. Not only were these soggy, but we were cheated. We ordered 40 pieces (2 boxes of 20) for $32. When we got home to split them up for our relatives, we found there were only 16 in each box!!! Safe to say we'll never be coming back to this location. Make sure you count how many pieces they give you!

Let's just say I'll forever be getting a cookie! I've had them before just never purchased for…read moremyself. My passed away in 2022 I called her Teecake and the first cookie I saw said tea cake cookie Anyway, I love the banana cookie my favorite but everything we purchased was great. Easy in and out.

I got a dozen cookies here for one of my clients and a cookie for myself. At first I leaned towards…read moremint chocolate chip but last minute switched to banana pudding. It was yummy! It didn't taste quite like banana pudding but definitely banana flavor. The edges were slightly crispy while the middle was buttery and chewy. Impressive and maybe worth it as a once-in-awhile-treat. It's $3ish per cookie which beats Crumbl in both quality and pricing. They have a few unique flavors (i.e. 7up, peach cobbler, etc.) which I understand rotate on a monthly basis. My sweet clients were really happy when they saw the box which was the cherry on top. Glad I can check off this Yelp bookmark and that they have several locations in my territory! I got lucky this time with street parking right outside.