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Koko Kakigori

4.6 (83 reviews)
Closed 12:00 pm - 5:00 PM
Updated 1 month ago

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Chris A.

I came here one night after dinner wanting a very unique dessert. I'd never had Japanese shaved ice, and I'd heard that this the best version of it in all of Orlando. So I was pretty hyped. We pull in pretty late, but thankfully there is parking in their tiny little parking lot that they share with Kaya. We browse the menu, and their Classics all sound pretty good, but the seasonal they were offering was just too good to pass up, the Ube Coconut (Black sesame corn flakes, Milk or oat milk, Pandan jelly, Jackfruit, Sweet red beans). When I first saw this thing, first of all, it was stunningly beautiful, but secondly, I was worried that maybe all of the toppings were just sprinkled on top and that the shaved ice was going to be barren and boring within, towards the center. But boy was I wrong. Everything was mixed and layered well throughout the whole ball of happiness. Everything played its part in making it more interesting. The obvious crunch from the corn flakes, the sweetness of the pervasive oak milk, the chewy jellies, everything did its job. Very well-crafted dessert. So thanks to Koko, because my very first example of Japanese shaved ice was really a club banger, and I can't imagine it being any better anywhere else.

Brittany N.

Pros: Ambiance was so cute. A little building in the back of the Kaya property. Cute little Asian trinkets greeting your eye. Service was excellent. Very friendly guy at the counter, and the dessert was obviously crafted painstakingly from scratch. Loved it. The thing itself was delicious. Such finely shaved ice, and it was layered beautifully with all the toppings. Very good stuff. Cons: Not a single con. All good stuff. Tips: We got the ube coconut, which was packed full of delicious fillings. I feel like you need more toppings to make this giant ball of ice continuously interesting.

Lorn C.

Some of the most unique drink flavors in Orlando! One of my friends introduced this to me as "dessert drinks" and I'm SOLD. They have matchas, teas, Vietnamese coffee, fruit refreshers, and coconut chills. The coconut chills blew my mind. In particular the Corn chill- sweet corn cream, coconut Sago, and salted corn kernels. I love corn and attend every corn event in Central Florida which means I've tried tons of corn beverages, but they all taste not great. Koko's corn chill drink is exactly what I've hoped for! It tastes like light refreshing creamed sweet corn. The kernels come up the straw and add a pleasant crunch. It wasn't too sweet, not too creamy, not too chunky, literal perfection. Even my friends who are picky loved it. It's a seasonal drink, so make it over there while corn season still lasts. They regularly change their menu similarly to their lot sister, Kaya. Ingredients are based off what's fresh in season. The Merry Matcha with rosemary sage match, raspberry sauce, and honey cold foam is a completely different flavor profile as the corn chill. Very herbal, floral, and earthy. Absolutely delicious and I wouldn't consider it a dessert. Well balanced and not too sweet. Great morning matcha. The building is small, so it only allows one party at a time. They have a nice awning out front to stay away from the sun while you wait to order. Inside they have a few items for sale like ceramic kitchen wear and clothes merchandise. Once you order, you can wait under the giant Sacred Bodhi tree. I probably spelled that wrong, but it's stunning and they even have events like Jazz nights under that tree regularly.

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Amy Y.

Really happy I found this random kakigori shave ice place, especially in the Florida heat! It's so random that it looks like you're driving into someone's house, though there's a sign at the driveway entrance. There are only a couple of parking spaces available, though I don't think this place is too known, as we were the only ones there. There are numerous benches and tables outside, where you must eat. While I would generally fear for the heat melting any icy desserts I have in this type of weather, I believe you'll be able to eat it all very fast since it's that good. The interior is where you order and peruse merchandise. The ceramics are handmade, and some are purchasable. The flavor selection is mostly Asian-oriented, some seasonal, and all sound tempting. After you order, you're asked to select a dish to use for your kakigori. The carefully handcrafted kakigori comes out after a few minutes, and looks so fluffy. Due to the weather, of course it starts dripping, so take your photos fast! I love that they give you a straw, knowing how it melts to soup eventually. Now this was real kakigori, not the fake stuff you get from Disney. I got the strawberry matcha flavor, and it looked like a red drizzled cloud below a whipped matcha mountain with a strawberry tip. Every bite melted into heaven on my tongue. They layered the inside with surprises of the included toppings. Everything was so creamy, refreshing, delicately sweet, and delightfully multi-textured. I cannot wait to visit Orlando again, for this kakigori place will be top on my priority list.

Christine S.

Tiny little tea house on the back of Kaya, which used to be Dandelion Cafe. They still have the large outdoor space for events and markets, that's how I found this tea house. They are small, so they have a one party (2-3 ppl) at a time rule. I got the Matcha Green tea with Earl Grey syrup. It was delicious! It had a lovely Earthy flavor, and wasn't too sweet! They only use ceremonial green tea from Japan. I can't wait to go back!

Roasted Satsuma-imo (sweet potato) Hot Koko
Madison T.

I love hot cocoa during cold weather so when I saw that Koko had a sweet potato hot koko, I had to try it. It was more on the chocolatey side, so I would like it to have a stronger sweet potato flavor so it stands out more, but still really good.

Matcha Shiso Kakigori
Alex D.

I tried Koko Kakigori for the first time and had their seasonal Matcha Shiso Kakigori and wow, it was amazing! The shaved ice was the softest I've ever had, almost cloud-like, and inside it was filled with red bean and mochi for the perfect chewy and sweet balance. The matcha shiso cream on top tied everything together with a unique, refreshing flavor that wasn't too heavy. One of the most fun touches was that you get to pick out your own ceramic bowl for the kakigori. It makes the experience feel even more personal and special! Sitting outside was such a nice bonus too, the seating is shaded under a beautiful big tree, making it the perfect spot to enjoy something cold and refreshing. Only thing that I would change is the hours. I always want to stop by here for dessert on our date nights, but they're always closed. Overall, such a yummy experience and definitely worth coming back to try more flavors!

Rebeccah B.

I have been wanting to try this since they opened, and FINALLY went this weekend. It was totally worth the wait and lived up to the hype. The sweetness of the mango with the tartness from the Yuzu work together in the best way. The gummy bits in the middle were a perfect texture contrast to the ice and made it perfect. We were fortunate to get there when there wasn't a line, but it's important to note that they are a small space and only one party can be assisted at a time. This means that they can only take your order once the previous customer's order has been made. Don't let that deter you, because I will gladly wait for this sweet treat. It's worth the wait

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Wendy C.

What a cute spot! I love it! (bring a friend) What I got the Kuro-Mitsu from their classic series. I love that I was able to get this dairy free as well. The serving was quite big, perfect for 2 people. Not too sweet, just right. There is mochis and warabi mixed in layers, made with love and care Environment The store is super tiny, like so tiny, you can only have 1 party inside at one time. The seating is only outside and under the tree in the open space, and the seating can be limited... I can't imagine summer days! But very very cute place Niceness of the staff Super patient and nice staff. There was only 2 people working, and they bring the food out to you as well! I can tastes the quality of time spent on crafting this, they love what they do Dollar It was 16$ for it and the specials is 18. It is a good portion for 2-3 people. Yes I would recommend this to people and would go here again.

Cheryl V.

Orlando~I REALLY wanted to love this little shop. It's cute, it's tiny, it's unassuming, sitting in the back of a parking lot. Difficult to find, but once you do, there is plenty of parking. Their menu is very limited, and they have actually expanded their hours from just a couple of days a week. I let my girlfriend choose the dish that we would try. She said the only thing that sounded good to her was the Strawberry Matcha. I've only had Matcha one time, and that was at Starbucks, so my Matcha expertise is limited. We sat outside under a beautiful big tree and patiently waited for our snowy mountain to arrive. It looked absolutely beautiful. Unfortunately, it was probably the worst tasting dessert I've ever had. The Matcha tasted like dirt. There was only a tiny bit of strawberry on top. Mochi, buried somewhere in the middle, had zero taste...And I mean no taste whatsoever. Just a glop of tasteless, rice cake with absolutely no sweetness. (Yes I've had mochi several ) Also, the snow, or shaved ice as we would call it, tasted like water with no syrup, sweetness, or flavoring. There was some sweetened condensed milk drizzled on the ice, but it missed most every area and when you dug into the snow mountain, there was no sweetened condensed milk inside, so it was just melted ice water. I had maybe two bites and my friend had a few bites them we threw it away. I was so disappointed and felt like this was an epic fail because I had been wanting to come here for months. I have been waiting for them to change their hours so it was easier to find time to go. I'm headed back to Saigon Snow where every bite is scrumptious!

I love Japanese shaved ice
Josephine M.

It's a cute little Japanese shaved ice cafe. Outside seating only. But there is a big tree for some shade. The shaved ice menu is small but unique with seasonal flavors. The two of us shared a mango yuzu shaved ice. We even got to pick the pottery dish for serving. I love that idea. We enjoyed our cooling dessert on a hot summer afternoon. I want to go back for more.

Summer flavor: melon
Mackenzie W.

On a hot day, Koko Kakigori is always on the mind. My friend and I usually head that way if we wrap up a meal at Kaya (next door) at a good time. You get so much for your buck and it never disappoints.

Alex N.

I was disappointed that their midnight Café didn't come with shaved ice as that's the reason why I came here. We decided to get one of the recommended drinks, which was the sago lush. I've had a decent amount of mango, sago, coconut smoothies, and other parts of the United States however this one was my least favorite. The flavors didn't go too well, there was a crunch whatever that came from, which didn't pair well with the textures of the other things and a drink. Mango would be much better than whatever fruit they used here. It was a bit too tart for my tasting.

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