I absolutely, truly love this place. I got their mango sago drink and mango mochi, and both were super high-quality, they did not skimp with any of the mango pulp or mango fruit pieces in the drink and it was so absolutely delicious. It tasted super fresh and was made with care and attention. The mango mochi were soft pillowy pieces of thin crepe skin filled with cream with a little bit of mango in the center. It was barely sweet, which is the Chinese way and I absolutely love that. I think its super rare to find a quality drink shop where the drink and snacks quality are so high when it comes to mango. I think a lot of boba places in the Bay Area use still raw, unripe mango pieces and also dilute their mango drinks with tons of ice and still charge premium prices for them for little pieces of mango, but here they do not skimp on quality or quantity, while maintaining affordable prices. The quality is so high and the prices are so affordable for what they provide. So absolutely delicious, I will be back here as often as I can. read more

Hui Lau Shan - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

The durian boba was pretty good. I could smell the durian from the cup. The durian is not super strong, to be expected from a boba that isn't like really expensive. But I liked the taste and mix of textures. I ordered on the ipad and sat at the table inside which is nice. Though I guess they're probably filled up quickly when the place is more busy. read more

Hui Lau Shan - E2. Taro Black Glutinous Rice - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

Came here after a spicy dinner with my friends, and this place hit the not-too-sweet craving we were looking for! We ordered the mango coconut noodle and durian pancake to split among three, which was the perfect amount for us. There wasn't a ton of seating, but we were able to crowd around a standing/bar table situation. A5. Mango Coconut Noodle: 4.5/5 - the base was a mango slush on the icier side, with a mango ice cream scoop (very frozen), coconut noodles, and mango chunks. This was very refreshing and not-too-sweet. The coconut noodles paired well with the slush and added a bouncy, slightly chewy experience. In retrospect, I think I was more so craving the coconut jelly with a side of mango rather than a mango forward dessert, but this still hit the spot. C5. Durian Pancake: 5/5 - The pancake was a thin green crepe that wrapped around a stabilized cream with a small, but potent amount of durian at the center that permeated every bite. It was perfectly not too sweet, creamy, and fruity/vanilla-y in the way durian is. Would recommend for durian fans. Would come again when I'm in the area! read more

Hui Lau Shan - A5. Mango Coconut Noodle - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Authentic tasting Chinese dessert drinks. They seem to love mangos here, as most drinks here have mangos in it. So, the 3 stars is for 2 reasons. One, the slow service and number 2 the inability to customize drinks such as less sugar. The drink is super sweet and some things are premade like the bases. The coconut cream was cold and delicious but once again the mango and the rest of the drink was waaayyy too sweet for me. I'm sure it has more if not the same amount of sugar as a liter of Coca Cola. read more

Hui Lau Shan - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

Parking is horrible . Ordered on a kiosk & we literally only waited 5 minutes for 4 items. The worker was kind, no bad vibes. Wish they had more seating available. Mango chewy ball 3.5/5, mango swirl tea 1/5 (had a very floral taste), mango mochi 4/5, mango pancake 5/5. read more

Hui Lau Shan - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

Small shop with not a lot of seating, but most people just take it to-go anyway. I ordered through the kiosk both times visiting. It's kinda overwhelming, but using the search bar helps a lot! I got the Mango Crystal Jelly Cup and my friend got the Pomelo & Mango with Sago. Both were super refreshing and not overly sweet. Loved the mango smoothie base and the mango ice cream on top (more like sherbet texture). Mango chunks were a bit tart, but it's off-season so no biggie. Only complaint is the jelly was super long and slippery, makes it hard to scoop with their spoons. My friend's had coconut milk and pomelo in it, and she really liked it too! read more

Hui Lau Shan - A7. Mango Crystal Jelly F3. Pomelo and Mango with Sago - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

I love this place! My husband and I ordered through Snackpass because it was our first time using the app, and I believe we got 5% off -- though I'm not entirely sure. We ordered the Passion Fruit Mango Icy and Mango & Coconut with Crystal Jelly, and we loved both drinks. The passion fruit mango is perfect for a hot day, especially after a heavy or oily meal -- it's so refreshing and really helps cleanse the palate. The mango & coconut is an amazing combination; the mango and crystal jelly balance out the richness of the coconut perfectly, creating a well-rounded, delicious drink that you have to try. The sweetness is just right -- not too sweet, which I really appreciate. The shop itself is quite small with limited seating, so it's more of a pick-up-and-go spot. The service was decent -- not over-the-top, but good enough for a quick stop. Parking can be a bit challenging, so keep that in mind when you visit. read more

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Amazing mangos, super fresh and the perfect amount of sweetness. Workers were also friendly.

The Hui Lau Shan in Berkeley offers desserts and refreshments, everything made of mango. It has been around since 1960. The interior is warm and friendly, with muted pastel pink walls. The ceiling also had a nice stream of lights shaped like umbrellas. We enjoyed the mango slush with sago, along with the mango mochi and jumbo mango chewy ball. The sweetness was light, coming from the drink and the mochis. The jumbo was soft, creamy and chewy. We will stop by again the next time we visit Berkeley. read more

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Tasty Hong Kong dessert spot-we stopped in and tried their mango chewy ball and mango crystal jelly bowls. Both were a refreshing way to end our visit to Berkeley! We used the self-service ordering system which was easy and the staff were very professional and did a great job of putting the orders together. Cute and welcoming decor; the place itself is tiny with very limited seats (ie ., one small table and a handful of bars seats) so come prepared to grab and go! read more

Hui Lau Shan - A4. Mango Chewy Ball and A7. Mango Crystal Jelly - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

I had high hopes for this place but it disappointed. I ordered the pomelo mango sago and the mango was bitter and it didn't have much flavor. The most disappointing part was the mango pancake. I was so excited for it but the "cream" they use is legit just cool whip. I would expect a high quality, in-house made cream. But nope, just oily cool whip. Not cool. read more

Hui Lau Shan - C4. Mango Pancake mango D3. Pomelo and Mango with Sago - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

If you are a mango lover this is your place. I personally love mango. They have many mango treat choices so you are sure to find a few you like. The mango's they use are fresh and ripe! Just the perfect sweetness. Seems all Orders are freshly made which is another plus. The store is small and they have hardly any service. You order on a tablet and they bring it out and call your name and place it down. Hence no real service. I went early and the few seats they have were clean. I think this is more of a grab and go sorta place. read more

Hui Lau Shan - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I LOVVEE THISS PLACE. I found this gem while looking for cool desserts in Berkeley and I'm always in love everytime I come. If you love mango no doubt about it you'll love this spot. Their desserts aren't overly sweet and don't taste artificial compared to some mango desserts I've had. The staff are always super quick to make your order and I've never had any problems coming. It's so worth trying. read more

Hui Lau Shan - A1. Jumbo Mango Chewy Ball D4. Mango and Coconut with Sago C1. Mango Mochi - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

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If you love mango this is the spot for you. So many different things to try. Different textures in the dishes. That said if you don't love mango this is probably not going to be a big hit for you. I tried the sweet potato one and didn't finish it. In total our group tried 5 things and 2 of them were big hits, 2 were okay to pretty good. And one of wasn't great: Don't expect overbearingly sweet. read more

If you love mango desserts as much as I do, you'll like Hui Lau Shan. If you don't like mangoes, I probably wouldn't recommend this place, but there are a few non-mango options. This was my first visit and I got the Mango Chewy Ball, which was refreshing, not overly sweet, and satisfying! Service was quick but unfriendly. There was very limited seating but me and my two friends were able to sit and eat our desserts since it wasn't busy. Sadly no public bathrooms here. read more

Hui Lau Shan - A4. Mango Chewy Ball - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

The space is tiny and there's no bathroom - no ambiance at all. The service is quick though, I got my order in 5 minutes. I got the pomelo mango dessert but wouldn't get it again or come back here because it was kind of flavorless and became soup really fast. The coconut milk slush was really good but when paired with sago it really tasted like nothing. Sometimes there were icy chunks too which didn't help. The mango and pomelo are not that sweet but I guess it helps with balance. There's a mango? ice cream ball in the center but I would have preferred a scoop of coconut ice cream because it's a great flavor. Would not come again but it's definitely a yummy dessert that's worth a try. read more

Hui Lau Shan - F3. Pomelo and Mango with Sago - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

A refreshing dessert spot that's all about mango & coconut in every texture you can imagine. Nothing is overly sweet and the portion sizes are great for a solo treat or to share with others. Seating is a bit limited inside but the to-go packaging is sturdy and mess-free. Would return & recommend! read more

Hui Lau Shan - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

DELICIOUS Heard about this place from a friend and randomly stumbled upon it in Berkeley. I ordered the mango coconut noodle and it was yummy. The coconut noodle is like a jelly but tastes like fresh coconut. The coconut combined with mango was the perfect ratio and mango tasted good. Glad I tried this place. The shop had a few seating areas and we were able to snag a spot to eat our mango. Decently crowded, there were people eating in the store and we got the last two seats. Would come back again! read more

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The desert here is so GOOD! I fell in love with everything. As a UC Berkeley student this was my after exam reward and the customer service is always good, they are so nice and friendly. read more

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If you love mango, Hui Lau Shan is the place for you. I ordered the mango drink and A Mango Romance (mango ice cream with crystal jelly, mango slush with chewy rice balls, and mango mochi). They tasted great but because I ordered all mango, it started tasting the same after a while. Still, I enjoyed the different textures, particularly the chewiness of the mochi. I'd come back. Kudos to the speedy service. read more

Hui Lau Shan - Mango coconut drink and A2. Mango Romance. - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

I ordered a mango coconut sago from the iPad and it came out pretty quickly. The mango purée was sweet and flavorful and the coconut added a nice balance. I really liked the little mango chunks and sago as it added texture to the drink. read more

Hui Lau Shan - D4. Mango and Coconut with Sago - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

Mango, Sago, and POMELO! Loved this place since first trying it in Dallas, TX. I recommend the bowl, jumbo if you're sharing! read more

Hui Lau Shan - F2. Jumbo Pomelo and Mango with Sago - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Casual boba cafe that I walked into for a quick refreshment. Menus posted on outside window as well as inside. Self ordering kiosk - place your order, grab the receipt, and they'll call you number. Pomelo mango sago was delicious and perfectly refreshing for a warm day. Mango flavor was stronger than the pomelo but still really enjoyable. Only thing that was a little off was that the sago was a mix of ball that were proper temperature/texture as well as balls that were still frozen. Didn't enjoy the frozen sago but otherwise a great drink. read more

Hui Lau Shan - Pomelo and Mango with Sago - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

This little shop is bustling with activity every time we stop by despite being located on a quiet part of Fulton St. The shop itself is pretty tiny inside, with only a handful of bar stools should you decide you don't want to take your order to-go. Ordering can be done online through their website, at the self-service kiosk, or at the counter. So far we've tried the Pomelo & Mango w/ Sago, the Mango & Coconut with Sago, as well as their VERY delicious mango mochis. My wife usually isn't a fan of these type of drinks, but she actually loves them from Hui Lau Shan. The ingredients are fresh, well-made, and the drinks quite refreshing and fulfilling. And we always make a habit to pick up a tray of mochis as well every time. They come in a pack of 6 for $9.25, and have an excellent chewy consistency with a delicious mango center. Service has always been friendly, although expect a 15min wait for your order as they get quite busy here. read more

Hui Lau Shan is a dessert store that I had passed by multiple times while walking around in Berkeley, and even though I was always intrigued I didn't have the chance to check it out until not long ago. While the inside is pretty small, there is some seating available and we were able to grab a booth to the side of the counter. I decided to get the Mango Chewy Ball as it was one of their signature dishes. The mangos were fresh and sweet, while the chewy balls offered a nice texture with the fruit. This place is definitely a good post-dinner spot if you want to top off your meal with some dessert. Highly recommend checking Hui Lau Shan out if you're a mango lover! read more

Hui Lau Shan - Mango Chewy Ball - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

It's ok, expected more mochi in there but pretty slight. Dessert is light and filling. Small place, limited seating. Not too much interaction with the workers. Just quick order and go. read more

Hui Lau Shan - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

Food: I got the Pomelo and Mango Sago and it was sooooo good and refreshing. The fruit is a great natural sweet and I loved it! Service: workers were kind and gave us the order asap (and kept it in the fridge for online orders) Ambiance: not much in door seating. For sure a store for grab and go. read more

Hui Lau Shan - The D3. Pomelo and Mango with Sago - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

Our go-to spot whenever we're craving mango sago drinks or desserts--always fresh, tasty, and satisfying!

I got the mango chewy ball, and loved everything about it. Good size for my husband and I to share for dessert. Cons: - I wish they had more seating, there were 4 of us adults and our toddler with a stroller and there was a small table (1 chair and a window bench) looked like was meant for 2, and a hightop table with 3 high top chairs. So we pretty much couldn't sit down and enjoy our desserts together. There was a back area but seemed to be closed. - you can only order on the ipad, yet there was a gal standing behind the counter the whole time. read more

if you're a fan of of mangos, you'll love this place. the mangos "pancakes" are simply delicious, just some cool whip (maybe) and FRESH mangos together. if you try anything try the MANGO PANCAKES. i also got their passion mango icy. the drink was nice and refreshing, nothing to different to the many boba spots in the area. BUT don't expect to be welcomed with a smile, there is little to no customer service and the space is TINYY. it's definitely worth the trip and trying it, just be prepared to order and go. read more

Hui Lau Shan - C4. Mango Pancake - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

My kids love this spot. They have drove 30 minutes in the rain just to satisfy their craving. Highly recommended.

Mango Swirl: SO yummy. mango + floral tea = W Mango Romance: like a sampler of their different treats. yum but small. Really tiny store with about 4 seats? Service was fast and desserts were easy to order. I would deffooooo come back purely for the mango swirl. read more

Hui Lau Shan - A2. Mango Romance - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I was craving a sweet jelly situation and they delivered. It was EXACTLY was I was craving. Cute little shop and was faster than I expected. Planning to come back soon! read more

Hui Lau Shan - Mango Pancake D9. Mango and Coconut with Crystal Jelly - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

Great dessert spot in Berkeley next to CAL. Ordered the K4 Fresh Milk Taro Swirl with Sago for my mom. They made it less sweet and it was refreshing. read more

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I'm a big fan of Hui Lau Shan, especially the F3 (Pomelo & mango with sago) and the A4 mango chewy balls! The F3 doesn't have any extra chewy toppings, so I usually opt for this if I want something lighter. It's pretty similar to the drink version, which I usually get if I'm not sharing. If I'm feeling like I deserve a treat, I definitely get the mango chewy balls. This dessert has excellent texture and fresh mango. For seating, there are several smaller tables. Not the largest location, but usually not overly packed. You can order ahead, which is convenient, but I've found that going in person is pretty quick as well. Parking in the area can be a bit tricky since it's street parking, but it's free after 6 PM, which is a nice bonus. read more

Friendly and considerate! The drinks are delicious and super yummy, a nice refreshing treat on any given day. I like the interior, it's compact and cozy and the service is fantastic. Great to bring to share with loved ones, or as a fun surprise that is always a hit. 10/10 read more

AMAZIIINGGG!! omg today was such a hot day and I was like I KNOW THE PERFECT SPOT!! After dinner, we came here and got theeee best bev ever!! D9 AKA Mango and Coconut Juice with Crystal Jelly!! SOOOO GOOD!! The place was pretty busy!! The decor inside is super cute and there are places to sit if you wanted to enjoy your order inside! We placed our order on the kiosk and got our drinks like 2 mins later! Super quick and SUPER GOOD! I love this place and I definitely recommend. read more

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After my last review with the hair in the pudding, the manager reached out to me and was very apologetic - she mentioned a new employee wasn't wearing a hat/hair net that day, and she assured me that it wouldn't happen again. I appreciated her transparency and I understand mistakes happen. I ended up going two more times since that last review, once about a month ago and once last night. Happy to say the last two trips were hair-free and I'm enjoying all their sweet treats again! My go to is still D9, the one with coconut and crystal jelly, but last night we had the pudding again, and tried their mochi for the first time! Their mochi has great texture and flavor (has a hint of coconut flavor) and a little bit of actual mango inside. They were sold out of the pancake but hoping to try mango pancake next time. Will be back for our monthly D9 runs - will update my reviews if we try the pancake next time! read more

Hui Lau Shan - the first hair I plucked out on the tissue and the second hair is sticking out near the spoon - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I stopped by Hui Lau Shan after dinner nearby and shared the pomelo mango sago dessert with my wife. As many reviewers have commented, the dessert has just the right amount of sweetness to it. Unlike most boba shops, I didn't see an option to tune the level of sweetness on the dessert, or the amount of ice. Though it's not mango season right now, the mangos used in the desserts are sourced from somewhere in the world where mangos are perfectly ripe. If you are a fan of mango desserts, look no further than Hui Lau Shan for a dessert you'll love. Seating indoors is fairly limited, so it's definitely more of a grab-and-go kind of a spot. Even if there's a line inside, the orders are processed quite quickly so you won't be waiting too long to get your order. read more

Hui Lau Shan - D3. Pomelo and Mango with Sago - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California

Was shopping at Ikea and thought wth since Berkeley wasn't that far away, I mind as well get some yummy mango togo and glad I did so. read more

Hui Lau Shan - Desserts Near Me - Berkeley, California