Stopped by for some after dinner treats!…read more We saw they have late hours so we walked over. Even though it was around 9p in a suburban strip mall there was a quite a bit of foot traffic so happy this business is popular! We got the strawberry shawty. Apparently it is pretty popular as the staff was preparing some pick up and they gave us the one they just finished. We get three free toppings so added more strawberries, mochi, and whipped cream. It was pretty tasty and great creamy texture.

The place has a fun, welcoming vibe, and it's a nice spot to stop by when you're in the mood for a…read moretreat. The way they prepare your ice cream is one of the best parts as they flatten and roll them up before placing it in a cone or container. I love finding local dessert places that offer something a little different from the usual chains, and Bango Creamery has that kind of appeal. Whether you're stopping in for a quick dessert or treating yourself after a long day, it's a spot worth having on your radar. Definitely a place I'd consider visiting again!

i love it! the creme…read morecaramel is like flan, only 10x better. i tried the mexican hot chocolate which is very sweet and delectable. it has soft, creamy texture and a hint of heat from the sauce. absolutely amazing and addictive. i'll be back.

I found this on Yelp while in the area and thought the flavors were intriguing…read more There's a spacious parking lot in the back. The shop offers limited indoor seating but some tables in the outside also. It is super cute. Menu is plentiful with lots of unique options. I loved all the Filipino nods. The barista who took our order was nice and gave recommendations given that it was our first time there. We ended up with a mango matcha and pandan latte. YUM!!!

Stopped by Ding Tea for some Thai Iced Tea to cool down on a blazing hot Thursday afternoon…read more Ding Tea is consistent with providing excellent customer service and yummy milk tea drinks. The shop was busy yet wait time is not long at all. Ordered my Thai Iced with no boba and received my milk tea within 5 minutes of ordering. Thank you to the young man that made my Thai Iced as the taste and sweet level is consistent with my previous order. Whenever I'm on Thai side of town, I make it a point to stop by Ding Tea to pick up some of their specialty milk tea drinks.

There are so many of these places and are all good/similar +\-…read more The difference is the attitude. The three folks in the picture were fast and very friendly. Loved my Matcha drink.

Had the BEST cinnamon roll today at All About the Cinnamon!…read more My mother is 90 years old, from the South, and unfortunately isn't able to make her famous cinnamon rolls anymore. I ordered the classic "Big Papa" today, and it reminded me so much of hers that it actually brought tears to my eyes. That's about the highest compliment I can give! They also have some really creative flavor combinations, so of course I had to try a few: Classic Big Papa -- 10/10 Caramel Pecan -- 10/10 Reese's Peanut Butter Cup -- 8.5/10 Everything was fresh, delicious, and clearly made with care. All About the Cinnamon is an absolute MUST-TRY. If you love a really good, homemade-style cinnamon roll, you need to check this place out!

I'm going to need a Straight Outta Oven parody sign because these are FRESH!…read more The vibe is an homage to Angeleno culture highlighting sports and pop culture. But the real feature is how they roll; that is the cinnamon roll! The options are endless the but I'm a sugar avoidant lady and I need the vegan options. Which thankfully they are prepared for on the vegan part...just let them know. I forgot to let them know and ended up purchasing two giving the non-vegan one to a friend that would enjoy it. The staff were great, listened well and communicated I had to wait 15 min for the vegan cinnamon rolls to be ready which wasn't an issue for me they let me know and gave me the option to wait! To lower the sugar I modified my order by omitting the glaze and going with the Marathon that has a blueberry compote and holding the brown sugar crumble. I'm very happy with the ability to modify and reduce the sugar and the staff had no issue or hangups abo. Are the cinnamon rolls sweet? Yes these are everything you would expect from a precision crafted cinnamon roll! it was a little intense for me but not bad! The roll was fresh from the oven. The sugar was perfectly caramelized. The cinnamon pops with quality! The bread has a subtle chew then melts in your mouth. HOW TF US THE BREAD MELTING IN MY MOUTH!!!! Like I take a bite it's a perfect bread soft soft slight crisp not chewy then it recedes to reveal the full spectrum of flavor. Perfection 10 out of 10 on baking skill! The cinnamon rolls are big and the blueberry compote was fresh! I ate half of my roll before a gig (45 min) left it in my car, then came back to eat the second half and the blueberries were starting to ferment. That was my bad as the temp in the car caused that process to kick off but yes CONFIRMED you are paying the prices for premium FRESH ingredients and it's well worth the cost! $12 for the regular Marathon cinnamon roll $13 with a $1 add on for the the vegan Marathon cinnamon roll. Total $25 for two large Marathon cinnamon rolls!

I've heard about Kinrose Creamery since walking by them nearly weekly in Pasadena, and I'm so glad…read morethey made their way into SFV! Their current storefront is a cart in front of Alfred Coffee on Ventura Blvd. Parking is a tad difficult but can be found on the street - free around the block if you like getting those steps in! While they do allow samples, it's difficult to select from so many unique flavors! Alas, I had their Pistachio Konafa with Chocolate Shell and Walnut Baklava. My biggest surprise with the baklava. Having tried several baklava in the past, I often forego it because it's too sweet, heavy, and thick. While the taste was similar, I found this more soft and creamy which was pleasant. The second surprise was that chocolate shell, which was freshly frozen. I can't explain how amazed I was, I wish I got a video! For a small little cart, they really had many tasty flavors. The walls being pink really made eating sweets here very enjoyable. The staff were also very friendly and patient - 5/5 would come again.

Great authentic tasting ice cream! They have gluten free options as well, super limited, but i'll…read moretake it. The one i tried was the lavashak with pomegranate & tamarind fruit leather is super tart and perfect. The Sheer Aroz is also a great gluten free option!

Came in on a Wednesday night and it wasn't too busy, though most of the seats were filled. The shop…read morehas a nice, roomy atmosphere, with games at each table, making it a chill place to hang out. We got to sample a few flavors, and I ended up getting the Nanatella Affogato. I was pleasantly surprised that they use a real espresso machine. The quality of the espresso definitely comes through. The ice cream flavors we tried all tasted authentic with no artificial aftertaste, and you can tell they use quality ingredients. The prices are pretty reasonable for the generous scoop sizes. Definitely a solid spot for great ice cream and a relaxed atmosphere!

Great quality ice cream, a huge variety of flavors (24 to be exact) and sweet treats, inclusive…read moreoptions (e.g. dairy free, gluten free, vegan, etc.), a fun interior aesthetic with plenty of board games, kind employees, fair prices, generous portions, and open late! My only qualm is how difficult it is to find street parking. Between the multitude of tempting ice cream sandwich and sundae variations, I decided to get the brownie sundae with their nanatella and hazelnut crunch chip flavors, plus Nutella drizzle. Both flavors were super yummy and creamy. The hazelnut crunch chip tasted exactly like a Ferrero Rocher. The nanatella was well-balanced without any artificial banana taste. I also sampled the ashta (rose water, orange blossom, and pistachio), which was good, but a little too floral for my cravings that day. My friends tried shakes, regular scoops, and cookies, and we all unanimously enjoyed our desserts! There are tables in the front of the store, a comfy couch area in the back, and some outdoor seating. Overall, a great place to come with friends and catch up!

Always dependably open late. Cute and charming cafe. I've brought friends to this place for their…read morefirst time, and they've all seemed to love it. No exception to my most recent visit. Still loved it. One little negative would be that they don't offer customer use of their restroom. It's for employees only. I thought that restaurants that have seating for customers were required to provide a restroom. Maybe I was wrong?

I'm honestly so disappointed with how much this place has changed since the new owners took over…read more It used to have such a cute, cozy, homey atmosphere that made it feel special and gave you a reason to keep coming back. Now, everything feels overly modern, and unfortunately, it completely took away the charm and vibe that made this place what it was. On top of that, the coffee just isn't good anymore. I really wanted to continue loving this place, especially because of how much I enjoyed it before, but it just doesn't have the same warmth, quality, or character it used to. Really sad to see such a charming spot lose what made it unique.

Such a cute spot! This has become one of my favourite bakeries in LA. Compared to other bakeries,…read moreArtelice has really honed in on their French technique. I think I've tried half of the menu here lol. My go to is definitely the New York roll and the mango passion fruit cruffin. I love that they change their New York roll flavours often. What really stood out for me was how well balanced the flavours are in their fillings, especially in the New York roll and the cruffin. They also do really well with their citrus combos like the cruffin, exotic or the mango eclair. I wish there was more custard in their fruit danish and sometimes the croissants aren't as soft, possibly a little overcooked. But the pastry on the cruffin was one of the softest and most delicate I've ever had. The macarons are also great especially the yuzu, passionate, hazelnut and raspberry flavours.

A lot of different croissant options. The fillings weren't as tasty as described. Kind of a let…read moredown. Latte's are alright. They have some tasty syrup choices. I think this place is more ideal for their pretty decorated desserts. Which I'm not into. The cups and boxes are so girly and pretty too. Great for taking these pastries as a gift when going somewhere.

Love the shakes. Love that I can walk out with a pint of fresh delicious ice cream that taste like…read morereal flavors and not artificial flavors. And I have yet to have a bad experience with any worker there. They are all so nice and diligent. I highly recommend trying them out and not falling for reviews that put down one spot that has been a neighborhood staple for years to recommend another place that just expanded to the valley. They have their own page for their own reviews. I really hate reviews like that. So I went ahead and wrote this to balance it out.

I tried this place on a whim since another dessert spot in the plaza was closed. It's small and out…read moreof date. There were many options of Italian ice, crème ice, ice cream. They apparently make everything in house. I don't have the biggest sweet tooth so I went for crème ice which was dairy free and much lighter than ice cream. It was $7 for a small scoop which was on the more expensive side. In all honesty, this place is okay. Nothing truly stood out to me about it. I was expecting a lot more given it has 4.8 stars and 500+ reviews. It lacked in the overall experience from walking into the door to the flavor itself. I don't think I'd go back, I'd rather just go somewhere else.

It is always fun to try new pop-up food stands, and pop-up dessert stands are a special treat…read more I just tried Strawberry, the pop-up Dubai chocolate strawberry cup stand under the Gelson's sign, on the corner of Laurel and Riverside in Valley Village. My hubby and I were helped by Jasmine, who was welcoming, sweet, and very friendly. She gave us Dubai chocolate samples, and then little sample cups of the Dubai chocolate strawberry cup topped with baked Filo dough for crunch. We wound up sharing the large Dubai chocolate strawberry cup for $18. The strawberries were plump and sweet and fresh. The pistachio cream was rich and delicious. The chocolate was melty, and as we ate, hardened into a nice little shell. The shreds of baked Filo dough gave it a very nice crunch. It was really fun having a parking lot picnic! You couldn't ask for a friendlier or nicer employee than Jasmine. She really sold it! This isn't something you eat every day because it's extremely rich, filling, and admittedly, quite expensive. But I could see myself getting a hankering and going back again one night when I'm in the mood for a sweet Dubai chocolate strawberry cup.

Strawberry was great! The owner was friendly. He asked if u wanted banana with my strawberry cup…read more It's no extra charge for having both. Glad I did, I got to try Dubai with banana and not just strawberries. It didn't take to long to make. Fast and yummie. No line which was cool. Ate in the parking lot of Gelson market. Great location for this, lots of foot and car traffic. I parked in Gelson market.