We absolutely adored this place on our first visit...so had to revisit! This time, we ordered the Strawberry and the Taro flavored Shaved Ice...and well, klutzy me accidentally ruined my Taro plate (so no picture!). It was a gorgeous lavendar with a pretty flower on top. :( I did get a shot of the Strawberry Shaved Ice. Just as before, we lapped it all up...SO good!! read more

Nice minimalist open space with a cute mango tree center piece. The wait time was minimal, we got pistachio ice cream, and mango coco drink. The ice cream was 3/5 , it was good ice cream however it didn't taste too much like pistachio. The mango coconut drink was very good! The mango tasted like real mango, very refreshing and solid drink! 5/5! One big perks about this place is that they close at 11 PM! Which was great because it satisfy our sweet tooth cravings at night ! There's some shaved ice options as well that we didn't get to try. I would go to this place again and try other things on the menu. read more

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Excellent "creme" brulee! I read some reviews saying they didn't like it bc it wasnt "set", but I think that this creme brulee is just a different kind of creme brulee! I loved this whole concoction! The creme brulee was firmer on top and towards the bottom it was a soft whip cream mousse type of texture. It was fabulous! I thoroughly enjoyed this dessert! The mango was sweet and savory, and the ice cream, I chose sticky rice mango flavor, it acted as a pallete cleanser for me. The ice cream wasn't sweet but refreshing! I really did enjoy this creme brulee. For 12$ I think this portion is enough for 3 people as its very rich and filling. The inside is very roomy and big. I loved the fake coconut tree in the middle. This is a nice place to hang out and be around all the mango goodness! The cashier and person who made my food was really nice too.. he was patiently waiting for me to order as I couldn't decide for quite some time. read more

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Normally when I order the kakigori, the wait time could be very long so I was surprised when my order came out immediately even though it was pretty crowded inside I feel as if the sizes have gotten smaller and smaller since I've first been here. I got the mango kakigori and it came with two sauces, a mango sauce and a sweetened condensed milk sauce. Towards the end of the shaved ice I felt like I could use some more. You order at the cashier and they hand you a beaver and it will tell you when it's ready and then find your seat and enjoy your shaved ice. When you're finished, you have to. You can also order this to go, but I wouldn't recommend since it gets messy and the consistency does not maintain the same. read more

MNGO cafe - Mango MNGO Kakigori - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

I tried the Ube Shaved Ice, and unfortunately, it wasn't worth the price. The portion is definitely huge, but a good amount of the shaved ice ends up falling onto the tray when you scoop it, so you're not really getting as much as it initially appears. The biggest issue for me was the flavor. It was surprisingly bland, even after adding the condensed milk on top. For how expensive it was, I expected a lot more flavor and honestly just didn't feel like I got my money's worth. I might give MNGO Cafe another try and try the boba, but I definitely won't be ordering the shaved ice again. read more

MNGO cafe - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

This was my first time here for the big dessert and we were not disappointed. It was so big - 4 of us split it. You order at the counter and wait. The wait wasn't quite as long as they said. They have different kinds of seating around and we were lucky to snag comfortable chairs. Lots of free parking and on the less crowded side of Convoy Street. read more

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I have been going to MNGO for a few years now and I have always enjoyed the desserts. My favorite is the classic MNGO sticky rice and my friends absolutely love the shaved ice. With the shaved ice, there is a lot to share if you would like or you can have it all to yourself! The flavors I tried last time were taro and chocolate pistachio. Both were amazing and fed 4-5 of us in our party. Not only that, seating is plentiful but since it's usually busy, you might need to wait a bit for an open spot. If you want MNGO sticky rice, also make sure to get it during the day. They usually sell out of it during the evenings. The decorations at the store are also really cute and on theme. read more

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Update.. we came to try it again but big mistake. Smell of this place is just off.. smells like a bathroom. We don't feel like bench was clean. It was packed though so guess we have higher preferences. Ordered this time a mango sticky rice smoothie and honestly.. horrible. Just awful. No taste of Mango, rice wasn't even warm. And what's the green stuff at bottom? Ugh...there goes my $10. Oh and we spotted Langer's Mango nectar on counter soooo not fresh people! read more

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An adorable dessert cafe that specializes in all things mango! I got the OMG, which is a sampling platter. The standout was definitely the mango sticky rice ice cream, it was creamy and delicious. The sticky rice was a good mix of salty and sweet. Mangoes weren't quite in season yet when I visited, so my mango was a little sour, but I liked how they used fresh ones! The interior is so cute and of course mango themed. The wait wasn't too long, but they do warn you that it will take longer if you get the shaved ice since they make it to order. Overall this is a great spot to take any mango lover! read more

MNGO cafe - OMG [Oh-Man-Go] - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

OMG this place is mango heaven and has all the mango desserts you could think of. We got the mango shaved ice and it was really tasty and the mango condensed milk was the highlight of the dessert. There were pieces of mangoes and mango jelly at the bottom of the dessert. It was enough to share with 4 people. This place has a lot of seating and is a great place to hang out with friends. When we went (Saturday afternoon), there were a lot of families with really loud, screaming children so it gets pretty loud in there. The line does get pretty long, almost out the door. There is only 1 bathroom and it was not very clean. But otherwise, would come here again and try their other sweet desserts with a big group of friends after dinner! read more

Came in for dessert after dinner with my husband on a Sunday night and it was packed! A very popular spot, with a beautiful mango tree in the middle of the shop for those picture perfect moments with the most delicious desserts. I love coming here when I'm in the area. Don't let parking deter you away, it is absolutely worth it! We ordered the Rose Lychee Kakigori and Mango Sago. While kakigori may have a little bit of a wait for it to be prepared, very much so worth it. Both desserts are huge, very shareable and the perfect dessert for a warm summer day. The perfect amount of tapioca in the Mango sago and a variety of fresh cut mango, mango pudding and mango ice cream to enjoy! The rose lychee kakigori looks like a huge snow pile but hiding under the delicious snow is an abundance of lychee fruit and jellies to enjoy. Getting a spot for a large group can be tricky but definitely add this to your just try dessert list! read more

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The ultimate destination for mango lovers! This is my go-to spot for shave ice and mango treats. I recently tried the mango sago and the mango sundae. The mango sago was the standout with incredibly flavorful. The sundae was good, but the cold ice cream unfortunately hardened the sticky rice, masking the texture. Overall, it's a charming little spot, just keep in mind it gets pretty busy and the wait for the shave takes time to prepare. read more

MNGO cafe - MNGO Sundae VS MNGO Sundae - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

MNGO Cafe is one of my favorite dessert places of all time as a mango lover! It's amazing to be greated with a mango-centric decor and menu when you walk in (though if you're in the mood for something else, they've got items for you too). I cannot overstate how amazing the MNGO Kakigori here is, it's a must-try! read more

MNGO cafe - MNGO Kakigori - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

MNGO serves a variety of delicious Mango based desserts. The quality is very consistent year after year. We've been bringing family from out of town here for years and it has not disappointed. Desserts: - Mango Kakigori: (5/5) the go to, the gold standard, the most popular. Delicious flavored shaved ice, with a fruit filling, and topped with mango glaze and condensed milk. A must try. Often takes 45 minutes during the post dinner rush. - OMG Oh Man Go: (5/5) this one is another banger. Fresh sliced Mango and sticky rice and ice cream. This one is really well made and always hits the spot. - Crème Brûlée: (3/4) this one is a little "out there" for MNGO but we tried it to be adventurous. Solid but I prefer other dishes here. - MNGO sago: (3/5) tapioca Mango based desserts. Solid but not spectacular in my opinion. MNGO is pretty packed and loud on weekend nights and weekday nights alike. The line is usually out the door and it's very difficult to get a table. Parking is usually OK since the local pho shop in the plaza isn't as busy by dessert time. It is worth it if you love Mango desserts! It's a go to dessert spot with family for us. read more

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Decided to give MNGO a try. Two of us had: mngo sago $11.95 mango strawberry fruit tea with boba $7.95 Mngo sago was ok, toppings were all avg. Nice that most of the ice cream is dairy free (except vanilla based on staff). Fruit tea was a bit tasteless and boba was not good at all. Limited parking during peak hours in the plaza. Open to trying the shaved ice or maybe another drink if I'm ever in the area again. read more

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We got the mango shaved ice and the mango sticky rice and it was so beautifully plated. i loved the wood accents and soft colors of the sticky rice. The mangoes were super sweet and the flan and rice had an amazing texture. The shaved ice was huge and had great mango flavor to it! love this place read more

MNGO cafe - Mango MNGO Sticky Rice Kakigori - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

First time visiting mngo Cafe, I order the mngo sago and lychee Kakigori. Mngo sago reminded me one of the dessert I used to eat back home but less sweet which I prefer and I love it. Kakigori was good, but I would prefer Mngo sago. Don't get me wrong Kakigori still good but personal preference I will order Mngo sago again. I didn't order any of their drink, after finished both of the items I ordered, I didn't have room to eat or drink anything else. read more

I told myself I'm never coming back after the last 2 times I came here. I wanted to give them another try. My god have they gone even lower. Order a Creme Brulee Lava and this was room temperature. The creme brûlée tasted more like butter - I think they whipped the eggs too much or didn't even use much cause it wasn't even yellowish. It was also extremely sweet. I ended up throwing it away and I don't throw away dessert. I should have stayed away. read more

MNGO cafe - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

I used to be a big MNGO Cafe fan; I would take everyone who visited me here until something changed. Their staff there has gotten progressively ruder over the last few months. The last three times I have gone there after 10, they have said they're only serving drinks. Yesterday I asked what the cutoff time for desserts was so that next time I can plan to come before then, and the person at the till said 10:30. I showed her that it was still 10:20, and she said, "Yeah, we're not doing drinks after 10:30." I feel like 10:30 was just a made-up time. I would appreciate it if I could know when the kitchen closes; most businesses worth their salt provide customers with such time estimates. I don't think I am going to be wasting my time with this place anymore. I did try thrice before writing this review. As good as their desserts are, I do appreciate businesses that value customers, and I don't feel welcome in this establishment. read more

Came here craving mango and wanted to leave in an instant. The second you walk into the place it's super hot n muggy. I couldn't even begin to describe how unpleasant of a scent the whole place was covered in the second you walk into the door. It's like a combination of incenses, toilet water, and sewer in combination with how the air was. This was also on May 22, 2026 at approximately 2100 for reference. Despite that, I was still craving mango so we ordered Togo. The sticky rice combination with the coconut cream is great and honestly the only reason I gave this place one star. Well I guess the interior decorations are also nice but that scent will make u want to get out of there in an instant. The mango itself was super sour how disappointing. The sago wasn't anything special. Parking surprisingly wasn't so bad but usually really packed and hard to find a spot. After tonight event I won't be coming back. I'd rather buy mango from the grocery store or even sticky rice from another restaurant that isn't as nasty as this. read more

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MNGO Cafe is definitely a spot worth driving out to Kearny Mesa for. The desserts are incredible and really unique, you don't come across flavors and creations like these everywhere. The cafe has a nice, relaxed vibe, and the parking lot is a huge plus. Overall, a great place to check out if you're looking for something different and special. read more

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First things first, there is free parking and it's in a huge shared lot. I'm not sure what the two recent reviewers are talking about. We parked and we stayed for as long as we liked. There was no security and we went around 9:15 pm on a Tuesday. Second, we ordered two items and none of them were overwhelmingly sweet. They were way less sweet than any American dessert place. We ordered the black sesame dessert and mango sago. I kind of wished the pictures looked like what you got, to make it look more accurate. They were huge servings, you can easily share with 2-3 people. I liked both desserts equally. The staff was very kind. Apparently, it's a big hangout for teenagers and tweens and they dirtied up the place by leaving their dishes on the tables. The food and service is a 5 out of 5. Ambiance is like a 3 out of 5. The total score is a 4 out of 5. read more

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1000/10!! This cafe is so cute! Plenty of parking and the cafe is decorated with mango theme everywhere!!! I loved it so much since mango is my favorite fruit!! The service was quick and the food was delicious!! We loved the black sesame ice cream! The mango was ripe and perfect. The tri color rice all tasted the same but I don't mind bc it's my favorite part! Mango jello reminded me of the jello I ate as a kid from the Asian store. I'd definitely come again! Would be a cute place yo study, date, bring the kids/fam! read more

MNGO cafe - MNGO Kakigori - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Mango lover here. This is my fave place for mango kakigori. I haven't found a place similar to this. The actual shave ice is flavored mango instead of milk topped with mangos. I try to go here when I am in So Cal. The mango drink is good too. I've also tried their other desserts like the mango sticky rice and taro sago. All good. Definitely worth the drive. read more

MNGO cafe - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

After a delicious omakase experience at Matoi (located in the same plaza), we were looking for round two of dessert. I was pretty excited to try this spot because it's been bookmarked for over 6 years but I haven't had the chance to try it until now. Usually I would order 2-3 desserts but since we were pretty full, we just opted for the mango shaved ice. I love the cream on top and the pudding that is inside the shaved ice. They also give you a side of mango sauce and condensed milk in case it's not sweet enough for you. It was a perfect portion size for about two of us and maybe because it was a late thursday evening, there was barely any wait for us. Lots of seating inside, so it's great for big groups. I'll be back to try more shaved ice and other mango desserts during my next visit! read more

MNGO cafe - Mango shaved ice - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

i've been coming here throughout the years. I'm so glad this place has stayed open. They are consistent, great service, great quality food. they improved the interior of the café and it's so cute with all the hanging mangoes, etc. read more

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Mango lovers, this is one dessert shop you won't wanna miss! For our visit, my BFF & I got the OMG Oh-Man-Go, Black Sesame Soy Pudding, and Mango Shaved Snow. If you're looking for something on the lighter side, then I recommend the shaved snow. You're basically eating mango flavored shaved ice that's significantly lower in calories than the other desserts. I'm normally a fan of black sesame ice cream, but I would advise against it. The taste is too heavy on the cream side. The texture wasn't very smooth either, so I didn't enjoy it. The OMG Oh-Man-Go overall was a very heavy dessert. It came with 3 big sticky rice balls that you eat with the mango and coconut milk, a mango pudding, and your choice of ice cream. The Black Sesame Soy Pudding came in a soupy bowl. It had soy pudding, a large scoop of black sesame ice cream, brown sugar boba, and black sesame balls. This dessert would've tasted better without the black sesame ice cream. Skip the black sesame ice cream and maybe you'll enjoy your desserts more than we did. We might come back, but know what to avoid next time. read more

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I personally didnt go but my daughter went for a few of us well i ordered the mango sago to be begging with the cup was not even half way full the taste was not great like when you leave milk outside and the taste is sour when mango sago supposed to be sweet They ordered some sticky rice w mango also they have negative feedback on that The ice cream was ok I wont be ordering or recommending this place As we have tried these desserts the bad thing was we had a craving late at night read more

MNGO cafe - "Mango sago" - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

order: mango sticky rice smoothie and strawberry yogurt smoothie. highlights: - very large and charming interior, a great hangout spot! - i loved how they had a separate kiosk for take out or drink orders - the other mango items looks amazing as well, the ones we ordered were so good cons: - the sticky rice at the bottom of the mango drink was pretty hard and difficult to get through the straw. - the yogurt smoothie was a bit tart but i personally did not mind! overall: I would definitely go back! I am so excited to try new items next time I go!! read more

MNGO cafe - mango sticky rice smoothie strawberry yogurt smoothie - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

It could just be me, but I wasn't completely impressed with this place. Don't get me wrong the menu is absolute GOLD. I love it and there are so many options to choose from but I didn't love everything I tried. I ordered 3 macarons: pistachio, chai tea and strawberry For $2 the size was fine, the crunch was there and every bite was super soft w/ a good amount of filling. I think it was just the artificial flavoring I could taste that I didn't like. I'd probably give it like a 2/5. The mango sticky rice was actually a sweet deal. I like that it came with ice cream of your choice. I got the mango flavor and it also came with either a custard or pudding in the box w/ 3 scoops of rice and mango. The only thing I didn't like is I wish there were more mango pieces and I wasn't a fan of having to scoop it off the peel. I'm used to it being already cut and w/ way more mango. Buttt I do like the aesthetic of it it's a really cute vibe. Inside is huge with a lot of space. I love the setup of the mango tree and seating around it, it totally fits the whole theme. Lastly, I had the creme brulee vietnamese coffee. It wasn't bad or amazing, kinda in the middle. I'd rate it like a 6/10, but this is just me! Service was really good and I was able to adjust my sweetness level of the coffee. It is strong which i enjoyed but not super memorable to me. Definitely give them a try though! Overall, the style, vibe, plating, logos everything is a 10. I just wasn't wowed by anything. Would I come back? Possibly. read more

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Flavor was good but some of the dessert was not cold enough and the store was a little warm. read more

MNGO cafe - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Went to MNGO cafe with a friend for my birthday a few days ago. I had been wanting some mango sticky rice and had never tried this place before. The way they described how MNGO cafe does it was "it's a presentation". They were right. When you eat in-store, your order comes on a wooden plate and each item has its own section. We got the OMG plate which has one slice of mango, sticky rice, mango pudding and ice cream. You get chose what flavor you want and we both chose mango. The presentation, A+. This was so cute. I don't like my food to touch so as the ice cream began to melt, I was moving things around but that just means you gotta eat the ice cream first. I think next time I would ask for the ice cream in a cup cause it spilled all over the table. I think the plate is only high enough to keep it for the presentation. We went on a Thursday around 1p. There was only one family present. The staff were super chill. There is lots of seating (the have those nice bench seats too). They have so many options and of things that are completely different. They also serve milk tea which is something I would not have assumed! I'll have to come back and try something else. read more

MNGO cafe - OMG (oh-man-go) - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Such a fun spot for a refreshing treat! I got the coconut smoothie and it was absolutely delicious creamy, refreshing, and so flavorful. The service was prompt and friendly and the line moved quickly, and I loved the bright, welcoming atmosphere. Everything came together for such a great experience. Definitely looking forward to coming back! read more

MNGO cafe - Coconut smoothie - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Every single time I come here the desserts are delicious. There is always a wait, because this place is so popular. We came on a Monday, and there was still a wait. But safe to say, the wait is SOOO worth it. The ambiance is super cute inside, very cafe vibes. I love their basic stuff so I usually go with the mango sticky rice or the sundae. Parking easy, staff are super nice read more

MNGO cafe - MNGO Sundae - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

OMG!!! I've heard about this place and finally got a chance to drop by!! It wasn't too crowded when we arrived but by the time we received our dessert, the line was almost out of the door!! This establishment reminded me of a shaved ice place in Seattle, but THIS place is so much better!!!! Ordered the MNGO Kakigori -mango flavored ice mango pudding fresh mango house cream sauce to share. It was soooo DELICIOUS!! The dessert was amazingly light and just flavorful!!! Next time I'm not sharing!! lol I highly recommend this place!! I'm surely coming back soon to try other items in the menu!!!! Thank you read more

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There is a lot of seating so that is very good thing and we got there. You ordered from a kiosk not from a person although they did have a register so that might be an option. There's just not a lot of stuff interaction from my experience, which is fine. My friend got this dessert. It was good and my other friend got a mango Matcha latte. We could tell by the color that it wasn't gonna taste good but even after trying it it really was not good at all. We each took one step from it and nobody wanted to drink it after sitting there for a while. I felt bad and went to the counter with the drink. They were kind enough to replace it no questions to ask. I just told them that we didn't like the drink and no one wanted to drink it and they were willing to switch it out for anything on the menu and we got a strawberry lemonade, which was very good very very good so thankful for the staff being very kind and replacing the drink. It was a very nice experience. read more

MNGO cafe - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

We got the crème brûlée with mango sticky rice ice cream , highly recommend it's delicious. Inside is super cute with a great seating area. Service was fast and friendly. Definitely will be back to try the mango sticky rice. read more

I came here super excited to try the mango desserts here, but it really disappointed me. They have many mango desserts, so maybe I got the wrong one. However, such a simple dessert shouldn't be hard to make. MNGO Sago - I got 25% sweetness and it was SUPER sweet. There was a lot of sago and the drink itself was very thick. I liked the coconut flavor, but the sweetness was overwhelming. The mango flavor tasted syrupy. I honestly wish I got something else but I can only write a review based on what I had here. I would give it another shot but get another dessert. read more

MNGO cafe - MNGO Sago - Desserts Near Me - San Diego, California

Got the mango sticky rice, and it was decent. Portions were a lot smaller than what I expected and given the price. Also it was a bit of a wait even though it was not too busy on a weekday afternoon. The vibe is mostly casual and seemed like a good hangout spot with friends. read more

MNGO cafe San Diego, CA Date went 11/20/25 (Saturday) Time went 4:15pm - not too busy considering it was the weekend Time ordered food 3:59pm Got our food at 4:18pm (19 minutes) - I feel like this is a pretty long wait time for 3 items that don't really really need to be cooked Food ordered: MNGO Sundae: Sweet sticky rice, fresh mango, choice of ice cream ($11.95) MNGO Kakigori: Mango ice fresh mangoes, mango pudding, house cream, mango sauce ($15.95) Creme brûlée Vietnamese coffee: ($6.95) Grand total: $37.56 Food ratings: MNGO Sundae: 8.5/10; The mango sticky rice has the PERFECT texture, it's warm, and is the perfect contrast to the mango ice cream I ordered my sundae with. I loved this dish and shared it with my boyfriend, so the serving size is enough for two. However, you're probably going to want your own and not want to share! Some family members of mine tried this for the first time based upon my recommendation and they also loved this dish. MNGO Kakigori: 8.5/10; The shaved ice has the PERFECT texture. This dish was light, refreshing, not heavy on the stomach. Although the ice was supposed to have a mango flavor I don't feel like it was very prominent. If you get this food item you have to USE THE SAUCES it comes with, it completes this dish. Creme brûlée Vietnamese coffee: 8.5/10; This coffee item is unique in that it's a perfect perfect of both Creme brûlée and coffee. You are actually able to crack the caramelized sugar layer that sits on top of the coffee and taste the coffee! It's addicting and definitely worth a try. Atmosphere: Clean, cute, and cozy. You'll enjoy eating any of the cold dishes on the menu inside this cute and warm establishment. They even decorate for Christmas inside! Think this would be a really cute date spot. Overall: - This is one of my boyfriend and Is favorite dessert spots; we recommend it to anyone that visits San Diego - All dishes here that we've tried, we've been here twice now, are at least a solid 8 - I'm so sad that they don't have a location in the IE - The wait time could use a little improvement (had the wait time been slightly shorter I would've bumped my rating to a 5) - It's worth the money and will be coming back again! read more

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