I am VERY particular with my shaved ice and bingsoo, and honestly this place surpassed all expectations. I love when places have FLAVORED ice, not just regular ice and add syrup. I knew this place was the real deal from the yelp pictures and I'm so glad I came here for dessert. It was so hard choosing a base flavor, but opted for the strawberry with passion fruit glaze and oh my god this was life changing. The texture of the ice itself was light, airy, and not too sweet, which is perfect for me. The passion fruit glaze added that depth of fruity flavor and honestly this large size was more than enough to share with 2 people. Parking: it's hard to find around the area, so good luck. The shop itself is small and you can't really eat inside but they have tables outside you can enjoy. I will be back for more and bring some friends to check it out!! read more

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Powder is a small shop with tons of shaved ice cream flavor and topping options. Note that there isn't really indoor seating and some limited outdoor seating so you'll likely be taking this to go! We got mango and Mexican chocolate and both were tasty, but for me both (especially the Mexican chocolate) were too sweet which made the flavor tiring to get through. I think if I went back I'd try a fruit flavor instead. I think it's worth another try and I may go back sometime to try a different flavor. read more

Powder - Mexican Chocolate and Mango - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

A very accurately named store! Can't go wrong with shaved ice for dessert, no matter the weather. They have so many flavor options that literally cover an entire wall, with a plethora of toppings too! All of their flavors sounded good, and I wish I could sample all of them. I ended up going with the Valencia in a regular size so I could avoid decision anxiety; this was a preset bowl of horchata shaved ice with different toppings that was exactly what I was craving. My friend got the other preset option, Cereal Killer, which tasted just like fruity pebbles ice cream as promised. It looks like a lot when first presented to you (like so high and so fluffy), but as you eat it, the toppings start making the ice sink lol. A more manageable portion size after that :) Their shop is small with not much waiting room besides a bench against the window, and I think most people go to their outside tables to eat their shaved ice. Not super ideal for cold windy evenings like when we went, and we huddled in my car to finish them. Definitely mind any shaved ice that might topple over the edge when you first dive in since they pack it real tight. Worth your moola! I will absolutely come back to try other flavors and still order a regular just for myself :) read more

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Came by on a Wednesday and this little hole-in-the-wall shop is so adorable. There's a small bench inside for seating but otherwise there are also a few tables out front! I got the pina colada flavor with passionfruit drizzle and my friend got the guava with sprinkles. We both got kid sizes which costs $6 and the toppings are either $0.75 or $1.25 depending on which one you get. The pina colada flavor was not too sweet, and refreshing. The texture of the shaved ice is amazing. It's so fluffy, smooth, and completely melts in your mouth with ease. No ice crystals are anything! Probably one of the best shaved ice textures I've tried thus far! The passionfruit drizzle had a nice tartness though I am not sure it was worth the $1.25 and it was a bit too tart to pair with the pina colada in my opinion. I tried some of my friend's guava and it was superb as well. More dairy flavor since it wasn't a vegan flavor like the pina colada so it was a bit more rich which is nice. I like that there are non-dairy options and would love to come back and try the other flavors! read more

Powder - Pina Colada (V) and Guava - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Powder is always delicious, no matter the time or weather! Once we discovered this place I think we come multiple times a week! The texture of the snow is so soft & all of their flavors are amazing - none of them taste artificial. Their cereal killer special is the best! Service is always quick. The only downside is that their only real seating area is a few tables outside read more

Powder - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Stopped by on a Saturday evening and it wasn't busy. I got a regular size of the Cereal Killer which was cereal snow topped with sweet milk glaze and fruity pebbles. I loved this so much, it had such a fantastic texture of being creamy but also light and fluffy. Probably one of the best shaved snow texture I've had. Tried some of the matcha snow and earl grey snow as well, and both of them were solid too. My favorite was still the cereal snow because I have more of a sweet tooth and the matcha and earl grey were less sweet. I would absolutely return to try more snow flavors! Service was really friendly and our 3 bowls were ready within a few minutes. Only one small bench inside and some outdoor seating. read more

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I've been wanting to try Powder for a while now and finally got the chance when I was craving something sweet after dinner. We stopped by and got a large shaved ice to share - with the large you can opt for 2 flavors for $1 more. We chose the Black Sesame and Mexican Chocolate with fresh strawberries and mochi as toppings. This really hit the spot! The flavors were deliciously and really punchy. The Black Sesame was nice and nutty and the Mexican Chocolate had a nice spice to it with cinnamon. The shaved ice itself is creamy and rich without feeling heavy and the fresh toppings really made it a great sweet treat and doesn't feel quite as indulgent as the standard ice cream. Will definitely be back to try the other flavors! read more

Powder - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

My husband and I tried out Powder. There is a wide variety of flavor and toppings . The ube and black sesame had good flavor. The texture of the ice was nice. Definitely want to try the other flavors. Wish there was more seating. read more

Powder - Ube with coconut and black sesame with strawberries - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I enjoyed trying shaved snow for the first time - light and velvety, perfect for a warm San Francisco afternoon. The ube flavor was nice and strong. The kids cup I ordered was $6. I interested in trying some of their combinations next time, which come with pre-selected flavors and toppings. Service is quick. Seating is limited to a few seats indoors and some outdoor seating. Parking in the area is tough to find. read more

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Not an ordinary ice cream. It like shaved ice but it melts like ice cream. So many flavors and 4 sizes to choose from. Variety of toppings also available. Got ube with mochi toppings and i love it. They dont have many seats for dine in. There are some tables and chairs outside but with SF weather, I prefer to eat in my car. First time here and we'll be back. read more

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Delicious, and this place blew my mind when I tried it out. First off, very surprised at all the flavors you can get and try, including horchata, Thai tea, and ube! To be honest, when I came here, I did not expect much. I typically am not the type to get snow or anything icy, since it is not the first thing that comes to my mind when it comes to dessert, but I am so glad I got to experience this. When I came on a Wednesday night, it was not too busy, and my friend and I were able to get our food within 10 minutes. The spot itself is pretty small, with not a lot of seating, but some limited spots outside. I got the black sesame with condensed milk, and my friend got the mexican hot chocolate. What makes this place stand out so much is the texture of the dessert, which was fluffy, soft, and melted in your mouth. Overall, I want to come here again and try the other flavors! read more

I had the Ube with coconut flakes, almond slices and chocolate powder and it was delicious. I didn't have any problems with the customer service the 2 times I went. I also thought the price was reasonable for a specialty fluffy desert in San Francisco. I'd recommend it. read more

Powder - Ube with chocolate powder, coconut flakes and sliced almonds - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Generous portions and a wide selection of tasty flavors yessir. There was only one worker there during an early afternoon rush, but she was incredibly friendly and welcoming, and very speedy too! Props. Need 2 come back to try all the flavors.. 10/10 so far read more

I walked in on Friday afternoon with no line. There's a lot of flavor and toppings to choose from. I had a few ideas in mind but asked the nice lady at the counter what the popular flavors are or ones she likes. She said horchata, cereal snow, and black sesame. I decided on mango and black sesame with strawberry glaze and mochi. The texture and temperature were perfect. The strawberry glaze paired well with the mango, which had an authentic taste. I like that you can actually taste the black sesame and it didn't get lost in the background. My favorite part was that there was a lot of mochi! Every bite had at least one piece and it made it until the end. The inside was cute with pictures of their catering events and merch you can purchase. read more

Powder - Mango and Black Sesame - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

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this place is incredible and i will be coming back. the texture and flavor are everything. the texture is very smooth and not chunky/icey at all. it can get pricey with toppings but they definitely don't skimp you out on the amount by filling over the cup of the line. i got the guava flavor and my friend got the passion fruit. both were delicious. they're not overly sweet. interestingly, they switch out the ice block for each flavor so it's not just like a generic ice with syrup on it. read more

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I've been curious to try Powder for almost two years since I moved to SF. The deterrent to coming has always been the fact that there's insufficient, comfortable indoor seating. There are outdoor benches, but it's rarely warm enough to linger there while trying to enjoy a frozen dessert. I finally stopped by though after dinner across the street because it was convenient. We got a kid sized bowl of the passionfruit shaved ice with mochi topping. After placing our order, we stood inside in the cramped space in front of the counter, which we shared with a few other guests. There was only bench to sit on to wait for orders, and a party ahead of us claimed it. After a few other orders, we received our shaved ice. It was really light, like snow powder, and instantly melted to nothing upon eating with nothing left but mochi to chew. I liked the flavour, and it was gone pretty quickly. I would like to come back and try other flavours like the black sesame, but the fact it's not a comfortable space to sit with friends really deters me from wanting to return. If the entryway were even larger to comfortably accommodate more people standing, I would be more incentivized. It just really isn't reasonable during the winter to consume a frozen dessert outside, and takeout isn't a good option since shaved ice is best eaten fresh as soon as it's served. read more

Powder - Passion Fruit with mochi - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Thai tea flavor is yummy and the kid size is plenty! No seating area unfortunately. 3 sizes ranging from $5.75 - $8.50, toppings is 75 cents each and speciality toppings is $1.25 each. Tough to order just one flavor because there's a lot of variety in flavors such as Thai tea, black sesame, horchata, strawberry, cereal, etc, Order a Thai tea kids bowl with mochi ($6.75) and matcha kids bowl with mochi and sweet milk glaze ($7.50). The store makes to order pretty quickly, ice block goes through a shave ice machine to get a super powdery light fluffy texture. The store uses Strauss milk for creaminess, there are vegan options available too. Thai tea was tasty, the flavor was definitely there, not sweet at all. The condense milk made the matcha shaved ice pretty sweet, but it was still really good. Overall, such a speciality item in the city! read more

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We decided to make it to Powder after my husband kept telling me about it, and I'm so glad we did! This isn't your typical grainy shaved ice; the texture is unbelievably light and fluffy, like actual snow that just melts the second it hits your tongue. I'm officially obsessed. I absolutely loved the vibrant purple color and that distinct, earthy ube flavor. I topped mine with the sweet milk cream, which made it feel so much more decadent, and added Oreo and graham cracker for some much-needed crunch. It was the perfect balance of creamy and crispy. If you're an ube fan, this is a must-order. I was seriously impressed by how fragrant this was--you can really taste the high-quality tea notes. I went with Biscoff and mochi for the toppings. The caramelized flavor of the Biscoff paired perfectly with the floral tea, and the mochi was so soft and chewy. It felt like a really sophisticated treat. The vibe of the shop is super cute, and I loved sitting outside at the wooden tables to enjoy these. I found the service to be quick and the staff really helpful while I was deciding on my toppings. It's the perfect spot for a unique dessert in the city. I'll definitely be back to try more combinations soon! read more

Powder - Ube -sweet milk cream -Oreo -graham cracker Earl grey -biscoff -mochi - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Best shaved milk place ever!!! I have never had flavors or an experience quite like this! I have had their thai tea and the cereal flavors! They are both amazing! My friend got the ube! DELICIOUS!! The service is always super fast and the place is easy to find. I think the price is definitely worth it as well! I usually get the kids size and it's perfect! The other sizes are definitely worth it tho! Give this place a try! PLEASE! read more

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very yummy shaved ice with awesome af flavors so fun. service lacked a bit of warmth (haha ice cream) and wished i could do two flavors with a smaller size read more

Powder - Menu - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I got to KEN early for my reservation so I ended up grabbing dessert at Powder first since it's right next door I ordered a mexican chocolate shave ice with mochi, oreo crumble, and red bean (azuki) toppings, as well as a plain croffle on the side, which was fine but not standout (though I do think it's one of the better croffles that I've had!). I really enjoyed my shave ice, especially the azuki topping which went so well with the chocolate flavor and balanced out the sweetness of the shave ice. I would say that it's more of a normal chocolate flavor than a mexican chocolate, and it was a little more dense than I expected a shave ice to be, but overall I really liked it and would definitely come back! read more

Powder - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is a little tiny shop serving the most unusual shaved ice cream (?). There is a huge selection of flavors and we chose guava and Thai tea both with a sweet cream drizzle. I'm not sure how they make this stuff, but it's somewhere between shaved ice, cotton candy, and dipping dots. Flavors were delicious and the texture was so unique. Can't say much for the service, but our interaction was so quick. It didn't really matter. Would totally go back. read more

Powder - Thai tea with sweet cream float - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Try to follow me here: the texture of Powder's shaved snow is not as icy as shave ice from Hawaii; it's also not as creamy as traditional ice cream; it's velvety ribbons of its own unique thing, & I like it. Upon entering the postage stamp-sized shop, I perused the wall display of flavors & toppings for some time. It wasn't easy to pick. I finally settled on a small cup of Marshmallow Cereal; very reminiscent of the marshmallows in Lucky Charms or Rice Krispy Treats. In keeping with the cereal theme, I chose Fruity Pebbles & Sweet Milk Glaze as toppings, along with chewy mochi for added texture. Just different enough than other cold treats to grab my attention. Plus I love that the offerings lean heavy towards Asian flavors -- coming for that Black Sesame & Vietnamese Coffee on my next visit. read more

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I've been wanting to try Powder for a long time, and it did not disappoint! I visited on a Friday night, and it was packed. Service was quick, and you could see the employees making your shaved ice right in front of you. I enjoyed the passionfruit snow with strawberries, mochi, and sweet milk glaze. It was a classic, delicious shaved ice. The menu is expansive, so I'm looking forward to trying other flavors and toppings. The space itself is quite small, and the customers were packed in like sardines. There is a fair amount of outdoor bench space. I felt bad for the workers - with the Friday rush, they seemed pretty overwhelmed. read more

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Honestly, it was okay. Me and my friend got the matcha green tea with mochi and strawberries. The strawberries were sour, but the mochi was good. The overall matcha tasted okay. read more

Powder - Matcha Green Tea - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

My friend and I shared a Taro ice cream with mochi and sweet milk (condensed milk). The workers use a specific machine to make the ice cream texture which was pretty unique! The texture of the ice cream was creamy and stretchy. I'd visit again if I was already in the area. read more

Powder - Taro with Mochi and Condensed Milk - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Haven't been back in a long time. Seems like there has been an ownership change but the quality of the shaved snow is still good. Lots of flavors to choose from. Prices have increased a little ranging from 5.50-8.00 depending on size. Toppings are extra - which can add up .75-1.25 each. It would be nice to have 1-2 basic toppings included. Seating is limited and only a few outdoor seats available. read more

A top shaved ice spot in the city imo - the shaved ice is a super fine smooth texture that melts in your mouth! Portions are a little on smaller side for price Got the Valencia preset option - horchata base with almond slivers, condensed milk, cocoa nibs - and it was perfect combo! Not too sweet at all read more

Powder - SP Valencia - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Lots of fun flavors here! Definitely on the pricey side for the satisfaction though. It's a super light dessert, but found it almost too light (definitely lighter than other taiwanese shaved ice places). If you blew on it, it went flying. Just wasn't the most satisfying because it didn't feel super flavorful because of how light it was. read more

Powder - Black Sesame - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

TLDR: not my thing (texture) but delicious nonetheless My partner saw this on Reddit and decided she wanted to try it so we made our way over. Empty on a Friday evening around 6:30 pm so service was super quick. Got my snow less than 2 minutes after ordering. I ordered a cereal killer with mochi added and although the flavor and topping was spot on, I didn't love it strictly because of the texture and density. My partner ordered a passion fruit snow with waffle cookie crumble and a tamarind straw. Not a fan of passion fruit but that combo hit, the spicy sweetness of the tamarind with the tartness of the passion fruit was just right. We finished our desserts on the bench inside as ppl filtered as some indie music played in the background. I wouldn't say no to come back for another flavor but I wouldn't go out of my way personally. read more

Powder - Menu 1/24/26 - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I've been looking for a place for Taiwanese shaved ice in the city, I'm glad I found this place! Came here on a Tuesday evening at 8:00 PM and there were a few other people there, which meant that the tiny shop was crowded. There's one bench by the window to sit, so you'd probably want to take this to go. The staff were super nice about explaining the menu and the different flavors. I got the guava shave ice with passion fruit syrup, and the guava flavor was so strong! I was completely expecting it to be diminished because of the nature of shaved ice, but it shone through. Definitely want to come back to try the other flavors! read more

Powder - Guava with Passion Fruit Syrup - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Good taiwanese shaved ice spot. Got the kids size and it was actually a decent size so I think their portions are pretty big. I didn't really taste the cereal milk as much it was kind of just like vanilla to me. read more

Powder - SP: Cereal Killer - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great fast casual, customizable dessert spot in lower haight! They have a huge list of flavors and tons of toppings you can choose from and the biggest bonus is that the toppings are unlimited! Service was pretty quick for my friends and I on a weekday night, it is a small store with very little space so take that into consideration when there might be a wait. It's so cool to be able to watch them turn your ice cream into snow and the consistency is just right and reminded me of my trip to Taiwan. read more

Powder - Cereal Snow (top left), Guava Snow (bottom left) and Mango Snow (middle right) - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

I recently stopped by Powder and really enjoyed the unique take they have on ice cream. The texture is incredibly fluffy--almost like eating sweet snow--which makes it a fun and different dessert experience compared to traditional scooped ice cream. It's light but still very filling. I ordered the Thai tea powder and the Vietnamese coffee powder, with mochi added and condensed milk on top. The flavors were great and paired really well with the fluffy texture. The mochi added a nice chewy contrast, and the condensed milk made everything extra rich and satisfying. The only downside was parking. It honestly took longer to find parking than it did to order and eat my dessert. That part can definitely test your patience in the city. That said, once you finally get your dessert, it's well worth it. If you're in San Francisco and want to try a creative, fluffy take on ice cream, Powder is definitely a spot worth checking out. read more

Powder reminds me of the shaved ice I used to get with my friends - milky, thin and not too sickly sweet. I love how airy Taiwanese style shaved ice is and this place had soo many flavors and topping options, I was pretty overwhelmed. I got the cereal flavor one and I liked it with the addition of condensed milk and fruity pebbles. I do wish the store front was bigger as there was no real place to sit and enjoy your snow. It's decently priced, but if you have a craving for Taiwanese shaved ice I would go here. read more

Powder - SP Cereal Killer - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Refreshing, light, and open late! Generous portions, the kid's size ($5) is enough if you're just looking for a sweet treat to end the night. Wide flavor variety and super quick service! We ordered the strawberry with sweet milk glaze and cereal snow with cinnamon toast crunch topping. The sweet milk glaze was essentially condensed milk and added the perfect amount of sweetness. I only wish they added a little bit more. The cereal snow tasted exactly like the milk from a bowl of honey nut cheerios! Wish there was room for more seating, there was only one bench inside the store. It was nighttime, so no outdoor seating was available. Not busy on a Saturday at 9:30pm read more

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My first trying this spot out and it was tasty! I had their mango flavor with mochi and sweet milk glaze. The mango snow flavor was really good and their shaved ice here is really airy and light. I throughly enjoyed the texture of their shaved ice. This dessert spot is really small, but they do have a few tables outdoor. I'd love to come back again and try their other flavors. read more

Powder - Mango - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Dessert that is literally so fluffy it's like eating a cloud if I could - the Cereal Milk flavor was made for a sweet tooth, and the fruity pebble topping made me nostalgic for the grocery store cereal aisle. Would visit again! Very limited seating inside (more for grab and go) but more outside! read more

Powder is such a gem. I always forget about it and then go back and wonder why I'm not here all the time. The shaved snow is so light and melty, almost better than ice cream honestly. I've had the black sesame which I'm super picky about and they do it so well. Ube is also a fave. Get toppings. They totally make it. The combos are thoughtful, the flavors are clean, and it never feels too sweet or heavy. One of my favorite dessert spots in SF, hands down. read more

Powder - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

I had the ube and green tea matcha with mochi toppings and it was delicious. The service was pleasant, helpful, and quick. Small sitting area. Highly recommend for a light treat. read more