A Lee Kum Kee (李錦記) ice cream + thai tea collab has to be one of the wildest collabs I've seen lol. As a Hongkonger, their sauces have always been a staple in my kitchen. So when I saw @nuarnyc turning soy sauce and oyster sauce into desserts and drinks, I had to see what it was all about. I won't lie, these umami flavors are definitely a love-it-or-hate-it kind of thing, but if you're a die-hard Lee Kum Kee fan like I am, it's fun to try! ＊Umami Treat Ice Cream $8.5 I use 蠔油 (oyster sauce) almost every day, but I never thought it'd work in ice cream! It added an umami depth that made the creamy ice cream taste even richer. Imagine miso caramel or soy caramel ice cream but even more umami. Once it started getting a little too savory, the sweet red bean and waffle cone balanced everything out. ＊Umami Soy Sauce Thai Tea $7.5 Thai tea topped with a milk foam infused with 頭抽 (first draw soy sauce). They used the reduced sodium version, so it added a subtle umami flavor without tasting salty. I actually loved this one because I usually find thai iced tea a little too sweet, but the savory milk foam complemented it well. It tasted just like salted cheese foam (but again, more umami). ＊Open Sesame Thai Tea $8.5 I literally just bought this 芝麻醬 (sesame paste) to make cold appetizers for the summer, so I wasn't expecting to see it in a thai tea. It made the drink extra creamy and added a nutty, slightly savory flavor that worked surprisingly well. read more

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Didn't know about this place until I saw influencers post about the Lee Kum Kee collab, and I came just to try it. I'm not the type of person who adds soy sauce or oyster sauce to everything, but I'm totally the type to have a lick of them by itself without any ingredients. I got the umami soy sauce thai tea and umami treat ice cream. Both were disappointing. I came here to taste those sauces and I couldn't. The ice cream looked partially melted when it came out. I can't taste the oyster sauce whether it's the sweetness, umami, or juiciness. I could get a bit of savoriness but I couldn't tell it's oyster if you didn't tell me. It was too sweet but not like seafood sweetness. In fact my tongue got a bit numb from eating it. Don't tell me maybe I'm not used to umami. I eat these sauces all the time. The red bean paste wasn't too sweet but also lacked any substantial flavor. At least I could use it to offset the sweet ice cream. My favorite part of this ice cream was the crunchy coconut roll. Are they the same ones from Costco (LOL idk I've seen it before but never ate it)? Anyways I was disappointed. I wish they used the oyster sauce as a drizzle or mixed in like a fudge. The Thai tea was slightly better in terms of being less offensive, but I still wouldn't get it again. The Thai tea itself was too weak. Literally my neighborhood Malaysian restaurant who sells it for $5 does a better job. They added soy sauce to the cold foam on top. I personally don't like cold foam in general, so it's self-inflicted disappointment by having this. I don't get how people drink cold foam with a straw, because I literally had to open the lid and use my ice cream spork to mix it in. I tasted the foam by itself and indeed could taste the soy sauce. It was faint but it at least it was identifiable. Naturally, after mixing in the cold foam and having ice melt, I couldn't taste the soy sauce again. I was honestly looking for them to add a dash (or more) of soy sauce in the thai tea which could really help offset the sweetness. I guess it wouldn't matter if the tea itself isn't strong enough. The layout of the store is weird where it's a long thin rectangle. It can get messy between people waiting to order vs pickup. They benefit from having public seats just outside the store. The art inside is cute. read more

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I came here to try their summer special Lee Kum Kee series and was sadly disappointed. Their Umami Soy Sauce Thai Tea did not taste umami at all. It just tasted like a regular Thai tea, albeit not too sweet which I liked. The Umami Treat Ice Cream was savory, kinda like a salted vanilla caramel, but I could not taste the oyster sauce. I know it's meant to just have a touch of oyster sauce to bring out the umami flavor but I couldn't even taste a hint of it. The place is really cute and their other items look appetizing. I would have loved to try their Kopi Latte and Mango Sticky Rice Smoothie, but after this disappointing collab, I feel like this is just another spot thats overhyped on IG and TikTok. Umami Soy Sauce Thai Tea 5/10 Umami Treat Ice Cream 5/10 read more

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Price - $16 including tax Food - 5/5 Service - 5/5 Ambiance - 5/5 I came back yet again and ordered their Sweet Thai Tea and Thai tea latte! I love how strong their Thai tea is at this shop. It never disappoints me! Definitely remember to mix your drinks or else all the Thai tea will be stuck on the bottom (haha) The service and ambiance were so nice and vibey. I definitely recommend checking this place out in the future! read more

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Thai Tea Latte - Probably a top 3 Thai Tea I've had in my life, their Thai Tea Latte is very fragrant and the black tea flavor is much stronger than most other Thai Tea drinks I've had before. Would come back here just for the Thai Tea. Rating: 9/10 Kaya Toast Parfait - Consists of Kaya Toast (toasted bread with pandan jam) topped with Thai Tea ice cream and crumble. The pandan jam was not too sweet and had good flavor, and the thai tea + pandan flavors blended well together on the toast. Rating: 7.5/10 Mango Sticky Rice Smoothie (from the summer menu) - The last thing we tried, I was skeptical and unfortunately wasn't a big fan. The concept of drinking sticky rice from a straw felt weird to me and also made it difficult to drink. The mango flavor was also a bit muted. Rating: 4.5/10 I am interested in coming back to try their mango sticky rice ice cream, as I'd probably enjoy that more than a drink though You ring a bell for service which was very fast. There is not much seating inside (3-4 tables max), but if it's a nice day there some seating outside. (The building is large but most of it is kitchen/not public seating) read more

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Came in on a Saturday because I saw videos that they are doing a collab with Lee Kum Kee and the new collab items look intriguing! Who would have thought to put oyster sauce in an ice cream or put sesame oil in a drink! They have a spacious outdoor seating however we choose not to sit outside due to the hot weather. We sat indoors by the bar seats. When we came in, the store was already filled with people enjoying food. And some of the people were waiting for their order by the register. The interior store layout is like a rectangle. They have small cards on old school vending machines for sale. There were six designs to choose from. We waited for a bit for our umami treat ice cream with lee kum kee's premium oyster sauce. It was an interesting combination. The item has red bean paste and coconut wafers. The ice cream goes surprisingly well with the red bean paste! Would love to try their sesame drink the next time I'm around the area! read more

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Cute spot. Their Thai iced tea is okay. The other drink we got is soo sweet. Best thing here is the Thai tea ice cream. That I would come back for. read more

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Came for the Pandan Wafer, but they were sold out! It was probably my fault for showing up 40 min before closing, but I had hoped for a miracle. Sigh. Next time. Instead, I got the pandan ice-cream with toasted coconut and cigar cookie. It was creamy, not too sweet and full of the subtle nuttiness of this amazing plant. Yum. Now I HAVE to come back for its wafer cousin. The space has some seating for maybe eight people total, but it's claustrophobically narrow and you'll be playing twister just to get to the trash can. read more

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I was affronted at the cost of this but then saw that it was a gigantic scoop of ice cream. I don't know how I did it but I finished it on my own. I feel like this was more of a two or three person ice cream serving. Very tasty ice cream, service seemed a little slow only because I think it was just one guy running everything and there was a little bell to call the guy to the register. Place is tiny but you can enjoy your treats outside as well. Be warned - whatever you order that has ice cream on it, know that the ice cream scoop will be VERY big. I saw someone order an affogato and it was a gigantic drink. Looked awesome but please plan to share it with someone. read more

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Pretty tasty food. I just wish I came on a different day. This cafe had a partnership with the app Taste, which had a promotion of either free banana pudding or $5 off a purchase. By the early afternoon, the banana pudding option was sold out, but I still wanted to try the popular Thai tea themed items. The service was slow, but there was a seated outdoor area. I also saw a print machine, which was so cool as it featured pets! After getting my food, I must say that it was sweeter than I had expected, yet had the typical Thai tea flavor. It was honestly pretty good, with crumbles on top. The ambiance was chill and calm, I'd come back for the other food/drinks. read more

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Came here for the free taste app, banana pudding, but didn't realize it wasn't till Saturday lol. We ended up getting the banana pudding since it was like six bucks. Not bad! I did expect the Thai tea taste to be stronger. I also was a bit thrown off because I thought it would be cold and creamier because they said it was pudding. Still not bad tho! We got to sit in a nice space outside and the staff member was so sweet. read more

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Note- Shorter review than most that I do, as I only ordered 1 thing as a snack/drink. I went here a good while back to this small Thai dessert and coffee cafe for a bit of a pick-me-up while walking. Meaning "deliciously blended," they offer a small selection of Thai-inspired beverages, including tea and coffee, along with a handful of desserts, such as toasts and ice cream. The staff was friendly, and the place inside, while small, seems like a nice place to work, with a warm and comforting atmosphere. I went with the Signature Blend Thai Tea Latte, available hot or iced, with the usual coffee/tea sizes: 8 to 12 oz for hot and 12 to 16 oz for the large. I went with iced, and it was $7 or $7.50 depending on size, and I went with the latter. It was very tasty, with the tea flavor shining through, unlike most variants. It wasn't overly sweet from the various milks, with enough spices to make it distinctly the Thai version of this drink. For the same price point, you can also order it hot, without milk, or mixed with lemonade, along with an oat option for an extra dollar. This is a tasty little specialty shop. I would go back here and try the pandan toast or another drink. read more

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Came in around noon on a Saturday. The store is small but has a really nice ally garden next to it to sit in. The service situation here is odd, and additionally they told me they weren't serving the wafers but didn't tell me why. It was so early I can't imagine they were sold out but who knows. I ended up getting the Thai tea float with almond milk and I have to say the almond milk didn't effect the tea, which wasn't too sweet but was a good strong flavor so over all liked the tea. I love really liked the Thai tea ice cream on top. It was also a great strong flavor but not too sweet. I honestly felt like the tea would have been better with a thick whipped cream on toast which for some reason was what I was expected? Not sure why but something odd with the combination. Would come back to try other things but probably wouldn't get the same thing again. read more

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my favorite was definitely the thai tea toast with thai icecream. the thai tea sauce was thick with a strong thai tea flavor. it went really well with the toast and the icecream. mango sticky rice smoothie is a 8/10, nice balance between coconut and mango, with the chewy texture from sticky rice. the coconut foam thai tea was a little too sweet for me in the beginning, but after mixing it well, the coconut foam balanced out the sweetness. thai tea was strong and smooth, which i do recommend as well. read more

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Dessert/Drinks: 4.5/5 Service: 4.75/5 Ambiance: 4.5/5 Value: 2.5/5 This is a cute, cozy cafe tucked away in Midtown, specializing in delicious Southeast Asian inspired flavors. The dessert and drinks are exceptional, though the prices can be a little steep What we tried: Thai Iced Tea (4.75/5): Absolutely loved this! It had a strong, authentic tea flavor and was perfectly balanced--sweet but not overwhelmingly so. Definitely a must-order. Pandan Ice Cream (5/5): Five stars all the way. The pandan flavor was strong and natural, and it achieved that rare feat of being wonderfully rich without being excessively sweet. Kaya Thai Tea Toast (3.75/5): This was my least fave. While okay, I think it would be significantly better if it were served with a scoop of ice cream to complement the toast which is the parfait on the menu Tip: They offer a free Thai Iced Tea if you leave a Google review! read more

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Got a Thai Tea Lemonade Soda. Taste refreshing.... Try to get a pizza by the slice artwork but got the Beef Patty? Instead. Shop is very Unitarian with some seating indoor and outdoor. read more

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Cute shop walking distance from Madison Square Park and Herald Square. It is located right next to a small alley with benches outside. The inside is a long, narrow walkway with two tables and four chairs facing the park. People seem to grab and go or if they do sit down it's for a quick bite. They specialize in Thai Tea flavored items, but they also offer coffee and other products. I got a Thai Tea latte which is their version of the Thai iced tea, a scoop of Thai tea ice-cream, and the Thai tea kaya toast. The Thai tea latte comes in regular whole milk or oat milk for an extra dollar. The drink was milky and strong at the same time. It's not as sweet as other Thai iced tea. I saw a lady ask for more condensed milk in her drink. My boyfriend enjoyed the Thai tea latte though! The Thai tea ice-cream was my favorite out of the three items. It has strong Thai tea flavor with the sweetness of Ice-Cream, but it was not overly sweet to the point I cannot handle. It was honestly perfect. The kaya toast comes in pandan or Thai tea flavor. Ive always had kaya in it's original flavor or pandan flavor at home, so I decided to go for the thai tea. I like the flavor but I did not liked the toast. I think it was too airy and thick for my liking. I prefer it a bit more toasted. But overall, a very cute place. Would definitely be back if I'm craving Thai tea icecream or kaya. The server was very nice and accommodating too. read more

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I really enjoyed the thai tea and the toast we got. The flavors were good and not too sweet. Service was great and it's a cute shop! If I lived in NY, I'd come more often. This is what actual thai tea is btw so support :)!! read more

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Soo cute and cozy! Loved the Thai tea ice cream and Thai tea hot chocolate, they have lots of creative winter drinks. I'd love to come back and try more drinks! The staff were soo kind. It's a small shop but has a bit of seating and lots of personality. read more

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I liked the Thai tea latte hot with the $1 toasted marshmallows over it. The texture of the marshmallows is actually a perfect bed of fluff that slowly melts over the Thai tea. The toast was okay--I think it would have been better if it were actually fully toasted or some sugar caramelized the outside of it to add another layer of flavor. Mine was basically soft white bread with Thai tea flavored Kaya over it, which was a little too much one note sweetness for me by the final bite. read more

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Adorable little cafe with seating and playing soft music. I had a Thai iced tea lemonade soda and it was very good! Make sure you ring the bell for service. read more

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I stopped by Nuar before dinner in the area to grab a Thai Tea. You order at the register and they'll call your name when your order is ready. Service was super friendly and quick. I took my Thai Tea to the outdoor seating area and enjoyed it. It's much less sweet than the Thai Tea that is normally served in Thai restaurants and has less of the bright orange color. It was still enjoyable and creamy. Note: When I went around 5pm, they had sold out of many of their desserts! read more

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I came back to nuar for their mango on cloud. The mango on cloud comprises of mango ice cream, butterfly pea sticky rice, mango puree, and toasted coconut. WOW!! If you have not tried this, you need to go to nuar ASAP and get it! Every bite was just as delicious as the first bite. Everything worked so well together and was so yummy. The dish is also very visually appealing and stimulates appetite. The portion is a great size and filling. Service is always great and friendly. read more

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Great cafe with excellent vibes. My friend and I came at 1:45 PM on a Wednesday and there was no line. Limited seating indoors, but it's attached to a big public plaza with plenty of seating outside. We came for the mango on cloud special, which was amazing. I also liked the Signature blend Thai tea latte and Thai tea on cloud. Will be back for Pandan Kaya toast! read more

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Super cute cafe in flatiron featuring Thai tea drinks and Asian desserts! Stopped by with a friend to try the Thai tea. The cafe itself is a small space, but beautifully decorated with local art. The menu is pretty concise since they specialize in Thai tea, so I got their signature blended one which has milk and my friend got the Thai tea lemonade. The blended Thai tea latte was delicious with a strong herbal note from the tea. Less sweet/artificial tasting than other Thai teas I've had before. The lemonade Thai tea was super refreshing and tangy- perfect for a hot day. A little expensive for the size IMO though. We sat by the window which was really cute for people watching. There isn't too much seating, but on a Saturday afternoon it surprisingly wasn't crowded. read more

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Checked out this cafe when I was in the area! I ordered their Sweeten Thai Tea (which does not contain milk). It was delicious and although it is sweetened, I can still taste the hints of thai tea in the flavoring. I saw that their menu has pandan flavored desserts, so next time I visit, I'd like to try that! Their service was quick (there weren't a lot of customers when I was there). There are a couple window seating and a bench where you can sit at. The cafe isn't very big, but it's right next to a small park where there are seating under the trees. I'd recommend this place if you are nearby and need a quick pick me up during your day! read more

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Drinks and food were all intense with flavor. Loveeeee all the pandan. Would definitely order the same thing again or maybe try some other things. The worker we had was super sweet and recommended us their faves. Although small, its perfect for 1-2 people. Will be back for sure!! read more

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This place definitely focuses more on the Thai tea itself and less on sugar. Personally, it was too much for me, and I wasn't a fan because of the strong tea and lack of sweetness. I was looking forward to trying the banana pudding, but it was sold out by the time we got there. The kaya toast was unique, though I don't think it's something I would reach for again. Overall, bit of an underwhelming experience. read more

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Service: 4.5/5 Drink: 4.3/5 Price: $8-$20 Cute shop that's next to a well-kept plaza, perfect for sitting outside to enjoy your drink on a nice day, in case the limited seating inside is all filled. Menu options are mainly thai tea-centric, with a few coffee options. Workers are very friendly + sweet. Owner seems connected to the community with frequent collabs + partnerships. Ordered the Sweet Thai Tea + it's what I didn't know I wanted all along- taste of the tea without a worry for dairy (i'm lactose-sensitive). Still very sweet, might need to get it adjusted next time. My only regret is getting this iced drink on a cold day- my hands were freezing outside! read more

Nuar is a small dessert cafe known for their Thai tea and sweets. The interior has a bench and a few high-top bar seats that was perfect for people watching. PARFAIT (KAYA TOAST + ICE CREAM) - 15 + pandan kaya toast + Thai tea ice cream I was worried this would be too sweet, but fortunately, it was perfect! The pandan cream was delicious, and the Thai iced tea ice cream was smooth and creamy. My friend didn't think it tasted that much like Thai iced tea, but I was fine with it. The graham cracked crumble added a nice crunchy texture. The white bread used for toast was pretty ordinary and not very toasted. Besides that, it was a delicious dessert that my friend and I enjoyed together. read more

nuar - Parfait (Pandan Kaya Toast + Thai Tea Ice Cream) - Desserts Near Me - New York, New York

LOVE LOVE LOVE This place! As a cafe dedicated to thai tea, I had concerns how diverse their menu could get but they get really creative with their rotating and special offerings, including a pandan cream top thai tea which was really delicious, though I will say the pandan overpowers the thai tea when it's all integrated, so I would personaly keep the layers mildly mixed - mix until it reaches your desired balance of thai tea and pandan. The thai tea quality is also quite good compared to an ordinary thai tea. I wanted to get the kaya toast, but was alone, so I opted for the less heavy mango ice cream with butterfly pea sticky rice which was yummmmmmmhyyyy! The mango puree adds that nice touch of sweetness that the rest of this not-too-sweet dish benefits from, and toasted nuts on top adds a nice crunch. Sticky rice cooked perfectly and chewy. This dessert was the highlight for sure. I'm gonna say this corny saying. But run, don't walk!! read more

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Absolutely love this place! This is a hidden neighborhood gem. If you think thai milk teas are always too sweet, then you must try this place's thai milk tea. It's so much more focused on the tea rather than the sugar. However, my favorite is always coming here for dessert. I love getting the parfait with thai milk tea drizzle and pandan ice cream. This place is always so cozy. It is a really small place though, so don't expect a place to sit all the time. If the weather is nice out, it is connected to a park you can sit at! The service might a little slow, but it's because it's run by two people (i think!) so I give them some grace for running the entire operation. They also have fun coin machines for art prints from a local artist (at the time of writing this). I think it's pretty cool they include the local community like that! read more

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Small cute shop hidden away at Midtown. Service is slow. Food is alright but very pricey for the portion size. We got the thai tea ice cream and pandan toast. It was decent but wouldn't run out of my way to get it. read more

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Great quick service if there's no line. Although I appreciate that they make the Thai tea not too sweet and with oat milk options, I didn't think it was that special for the price you pay. It might be because so much of the flavor comes from the condensed milk. For a place specializing in Thai tea, I wish they had a lactose free condensed milk. Cute shop though, and love that it's next to a park area. read more

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It used to be damn hard to find kaya toast in the city. Then came Kopitiam, and then Urban Hawker, and now a version from Thailand is available at this pleasant specialized cafe in Flatiron that makes excellent use of the public plaza outside. In addition to kaya jam, the buttered toast is served with a delicious pandan cream on top. Perhaps soft poached eggs aren't as popular as a pairing in Thailand, as the only add-on options are sweet - I would probably skip the azuki bean next time and have the toast plain, as it already has plenty of flavor. read more

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Staffs were friendly. Ordered Signature Blend Thai Tea Latte and Pandan Kaya Toast which were delicious! Sweet Thai Tea has no milk. Only the latte has milk. There are two choices of drinks: 12 oz and 16 oz. They have outdoor courtyard which you can sit and enjoy your desserts and drink or sit inside. They sold out their Thai Tea Kaya Toast which was super popular. Would like to try it next time. Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambience: 5/5 read more

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This is a great spot for chai lovers! I think the chai community could use a little love! This place is so aesthetically pleasing! Great for cute little photoshoots and I love the decor. The service is amazing! I enjoy the toast and the I got the hot chai! Overall I see myself coming back!! read more

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Thai Tea has a perfect balance of sweet, creamy, and a vibrant orange color that makes it so LIVELY to sip on. I've had my fair share of Thai Tea, some were sweeter or creamier than others but the drink was still very pleasant and well-crafted. NUAR flooded my social media, and so was my disappointment when I took my first sip. The Signature Iced Thai Tea Latte leaned too bitter and lacked aromatic essence of an authentic Thai Tea all around. One of NUAR's focus was not adding "a fake yellow sunset color" to get the true taste of Thai Tea. I totally get it, but the drink TASTED dull and lifeless, COLOR shouldn't be the selling point. I liked the outdoor area with lots of foliage but I don't think this was it for me. read more

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Was craving a sweet treat and stumbled upon this place. It's a cute little place near the park in the middle of the block. Easy to miss so just look for the park. The guy that worked there was so friendly and helpful really enjoyed our interaction and he made me feel appreciated for patronizing the business. I got the chestnut thai tea and the strawberry thai banana pudding everything was amazing. Would definitely return. read more

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Cute and aesthetic spot to get thai tea and other desserts with friendly staff! I got the thai tea ice cream and it had a really good/strong thai tea flavor which I love. The pandan ice cream wasn't too overpowering and balanced well. My favorite was the summer special, which was like a mango sticky rice dessert with sticky rice and mango ice cream. Overall, a great spot for desserts, but not sure if I would pay $7-$8 for a thai iced tea. read more

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