Car's Dessert is a hidden gem for mochi lovers! This small takeout shop delivers big on quality and…read morecare. We tried the combo pack with Durian, Purple Yam, Chestnut, and Mango, and every bite was delightful. The mochi wrapping is impressively thin, with a pillowy texture that makes each piece melt in your mouth. While I usually gravitate toward durian, the Chestnut and Purple Yam stole the show. You can really taste the effort and pride in the chestnut puree--it's smooth, rich, and perfectly balanced. The staff are warm, friendly, and clearly proud of their craft, which adds to the charm of the experience. This is absolutely one of those places worth lining up for. If you're in the mood for artisanal mochi that's made with care, Car's Dessert should be at the top of your list.

finally made it to the new location of car's dessert and it's quite the upgrade from their old spot…read morein the food court at pacific plaza. they're now on number 3 road, just around from aberdeen and next to the canada line station, with a small but bright storefront that feels a lot more like a dedicated dessert shop. take out only though, so don't expect to sit down and linger. car's is known for hong kong style desserts, especially their mango cream mochi and baked sago pudding. they even picked up a critic's choice award in 2024 for the fresh mango and cream mochi. i grabbed the holiday combo, a box of four mango mochis for $14.95, which comes with a little sticker, best before: same day, as it's made fresh daily. individual mochis require a minimum purchase of two. inside each mochi are generous chunks of ripe mango and lightly sweetened cream, all wrapped in a smooth, soft, stretchy mochi skin. the texture is super tender and delicate, and the mango really carries the flavour, juicy, fragrant, and not overly sweet. deceptively easy to make with only a few ingredients, i've tried my hand at making mochis, and suffice to say, i will be leaving it to the professionals. a friend told me the name car's is actually short for carson, the owner's son, which makes the name feel a bit more personal. note: there's a 2.5% surcharge for credit cards and 4% for international credit or debit cards and where applicable, an additional 1.5% transaction fee, best to bring cash if you can. still one of the best spots around for mango mochi if you're in the richmond area.

We had such a blast here!…read more We skipped dessert at the restaurant we had dinner at to come here. My wife got the salted Carmel frozen thing on the menu and I got the Oreo toast. Flavor was delicious and so was the presentation. The place is very nice with live edge wood tables and a very notably nice bathroom. We had the place to ourself but I think this would be a fun spot for a group of friends to come as well. The family that runs it is very kind and they took great care of us. Finished off the night with some amazing rooibos tea - highly recommend this place if you are out in Steveston town!!

We just finished a great dinner in Steveston and weren't ready to head home just yet so we followed…read moreour sweet tooth, and it led us straight to Something Sweet. See what I did there? Something Sweet is a cute little dessert café tucked into Steveston Village, and it is exactly what the name promises. We went straight for the Frappés and let's just say, everyone left very happy. If you're not sure where to start, my top two recommends are the Mango Frappé and the Caramel Flan Frappé. Trust me on this one.

Came for a late-night dessert They have a policy where you…read morehave to order at least the number of dishes as the people seated inside but it can be to go if needed for some of the items. The dining space is small but the decoration inside makes you feel like you transported to a different country. Marshmallow Thick Toast 4/5 The toast was about an inch thick, well toasted outside with a pillowy soft center. There's some melted chocolate on the bottom that added to the smores vibe. The marshmallows on top weren't very thick, so it melted to an even layer with perfect browning. The toast was cut into 9 pieces so it can be shared but given the portion I think 1-2 people would be fitting for this dessert. We weren't too hungry, so we shared amongst 4. Jasmine Tea Jelly 4/5 I really liked how fragrant the jelly was and that the jelly was a softer jelly that reminds you of Aiyu jelly. The after taste was a bit bitter but I feel like that tells me it was brewed and made and not just bought to serve. It's served with a splash of half and half I believe. To-Go I wanted to try and compare all the tea flavored jellies they had, Jasmine, Oolong and Earl Grey Tea Jelly. Packaged with small packets of the half and half to add later. The best was OOLONG 5/5- it had a slight roasted tea flavor that was refreshing and comforting at the same time. What you would want from a milk tea. Second best was Jasmine - fragrant and less bitter than the one I had in restaurant, typical jasmine flavor that's lightly floral and not too heavy Earl Grey 3/5 - it was good if you like earl grey like me, but it has an intensely strong fragrance and flavor that might be off-putting if you're not used to the taste. It was by far the strongest floral taste and smell of the three. I'd definitely be back to get these to go, they carry well and you can cross borders with them :)

Finding authentic Taiwanese food in a city like Richmond, which is already full of amazing dining…read moreoptions, is not easy--but this place is truly a hidden gem! We stopped by at lunchtime at first, but they weren't open yet. Since we really wanted to try it, we called again in the evening to confirm their hours before heading back--and we're so glad we did. The service was excellent from start to finish. They were incredibly patient and took the time to answer all of our questions thoroughly, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The food did not disappoint. All the Taiwanese snacks we tried were delicious and full of authentic flavors. Our absolute favorite was the shaved ice--it was refreshing, perfectly textured, and just amazing! Highly recommend this spot if you're looking for genuine Taiwanese food and warm, attentive service. Definitely a 5-star experience!

Came here on a rainy day and it was the perfect place to enjoy a quiet, cozy afternoon. Tsujiri has…read moresuch a calming atmosphere. The matcha drinks and desserts were beautifully presented and tasted rich and authentic, with that deep, fragrant matcha flavor that's never too sweet. We have today: Hojicha shaved ice, replaced with matcha ice cream. This location in Richmond had ran out of Hojicha ice cream for a long time. We asked every time when they will have hojicha ice cream back and staff doesn't know either. Hojicha Chestnut Shortcake, Cake is soft and fluffy, and very too sweet. It is always my favorite. This time i gave a 4 stars is because they discontinue serving Onigiri ( rice ball) and savory item. That's too bad! I love their Onigiri and ramen! Staff said the one inside the open road Toyota still has savory item. Maybe next time I will try that location

I was excited to see a Japanese take on high tea as I kept getting posts about Tsujiri on my…read moreinstagram feed. When I had the chance to go to Vancouver, BC with my boyfriend I wanted to go here! First all, you need a reservation specifically for the high tea portion so we booked that ahead of time. As you go in you are led to an area of Tsujiri where there are just tatami mats and no shoes are allowed on it. We were first sat down with matcha to start with and the music surrounding us was serene and calming. Then came the high tea, compared to your usual high tea, without the Japanese fusion. This came with a lot of interesting treats. In the middle tier, there was your savory two different types of onigiri, savory rice cakes, and elevated salad with a jelly. The salad was incredible and unlike anything I've had before. The onigiris were good as they should be so was the rice cakes. Top tier and bottom tier consisted of the desserts one plate for me and one plate for my boyfriend. My favorite was the mango mochi. It was so creamy and delicious! The other dessert was solid too, I like the little mousse cake. I also liked the add on of a matcha sauce for the fruits. Tsujiri definitely transformed high tea into a Japanese version and it was well put. Both usually make me full. I do wish there was more options on savories you could have before eating the sweets, but this is a slightly different experience.

We were in need of something sweet after our shopping trips. We found Babatang on Yelp (Of course~…read moreDuh~ ). All the reviews were positive, but they were written by only three Yelpers. We took a leap of faith in those Yelpers and headed our way to Babatang. Appeared tiny from the outside and was difficult to locate at first glance. Inside had an outdated decor but was way spacious than our assumption. An older gentleman who appeared to be the shop owner made all the drinks and desserts, while a lady who might be his wife was sitting on a big sofa behind the counter, watching him. We found it cute and funny. It took about 5 minutes or more to make each item. But nothing mentioned above mattered when every single food and drink made us sing nom nom nom~ Coconut drinks had a rich coconut taste, and wheelcakes were perfect to hold in hands and then in tummy on a cold, crisp winter day. We even ordered extra wheelcakes to go because its creamy golden custard, egged in steamy hot sponge cake, was so addictive. Don't let Babatang's looks fool you. It can surprise you with amazing flavour-bomb foods if you walk into the cafe with an open mind and appetite for discovery!

This is a hidden gem!…read more Literally, it's hidden behind Costco. I was walking by Costco and was intrigued. I wanted to see what they had. I ordered the Japanese hot dog. The hot dog bun was crunchy and the dog was still hot. I wanted to order it with egg. Maybe next time. I also ordered the Mango Madness drink with coconut. That was a cool and refreshing drink on a hot day. I hope you give Babatang a try too. I'm glad I did.

This little tofu and snack shop is an absolute gem. They make their tofu completely from scratch,…read moreand you can really taste the freshness in everything they offer. One of the highlights is their soy pudding, which comes in small, medium, or a huge gallon-sized bucket. We went all in and bought the big bucket for $18 CAD -- totally worth it. The restaurant itself is small with just a few tables, but the food speaks for itself. Along with tofu and soy pudding, they also sell a great selection of dim sum-style snacks and several varieties of soy milk, including regular, black bean, and ginger. Everything feels homemade and thoughtfully prepared. Parking is conveniently available right in front of the restaurant, making it easy to stop by. If you love fresh tofu, comforting soy pudding, or unique snacks, this place is definitely worth a visit.

好好豆品 (Excellent Tofu & Snacks Ltd) in Central Square, right between Aberdeen Centre and Parker…read morePlace, is one of those spots I keep going back to. I always get their tofu pudding, both hot and cold depending on the day, and their freshly made rice rolls are a must. It is kind of amazing that they have been around for two to three decades and are still going strong. They have also expanded the menu now, so you can add different toppings to your tofu pudding, which makes it even better.

I came here to pick up some treats while in the Steveston neighbourhood. I got a maple brioche,…read morepistachio raspberry tart, and an earl gray and cranberry scone. It is quite a small store inside with no seating but I did appreciate how it had a ramp to get inside as I had my stroller with me that day. I would have to say that every single one of the baked goods that I got were absolutely phenomenal and I cannot wait to be back to try more of their selections.

Clean place. The person serving is very helpful and accommodating. Would definitely come back.read more

Small shop across from Richmond Public Market offering refreshing coconut desserts. Most items…read morerange from CAD$8.99-10.99. They also sell premade coconut drinks. The cashier was friendly. I liked the matcha red bean mochi one. If you enjoyed the strong taste of Earl Grey, you'll like their version also.

Our favorite dessert place and would buy extra few if we are headed home in the next few hours…read more Just perfectly sweet and simply love the unique flavors. Great alternative to ice cream (too much dairy) or bubble tea as this is more than a drink. The ambiance is simple, and clean. The service is fast since it is all ready to go. We tried: Jasmine tea- so light and refreshing. Great to clean the palate or want something lightly sweetened. Perfect for any non-dessert person and you'll be pleasantly surprised. Red bean matcha mochi- omg... so good. Love the additional mochi texture. Matcha was perfect, rich matcha but not too bitter or sweet. The combination was perfectly done. Triple coconut milk latte- the perfect morning 'coffee' dessert. Sooooo good. Love the coffee flavor with coconut milk. The layering provides a nice explosion of flavors in your mouth. I would have this than coffee any day.

October 31, 2025 - The last place in the Vancouver food crawl was a bubble tea place called…read morePeanuts. They are famous for their wheel cakes so I tried them. I got the cream, coconut, black sesame and matcha white chocolate. All were filled generously and not too sweet. I think my favourite was the matcha or cream one, but that's just a personal preference.

We came to Richmond Public Market for some bubble waffle but my husband bought a drink and a…read moreTaiwanese wheel cake from Peanuts too while we were there. He got a Blueberry Slushy drink and the wheel cake had red bean inside. Drinks are always solid at Peanuts and on the more affordable side too given what many other places will charge for bubble tea drinks these days. I honestly wasn't a huge fan of his wheel cake but that's no fault of the shop. Red bean is something I'm generally not crazy about to begin with. I have learned over the years that I can appreciate red bean as a bubble tea drink if it's all blended up. However, it's the chunks of bean that I don't like, and this wheel cake had chunks of bean in it. Might have gone over better with me if it had been filled with a smooth, red bean paste...no chunks of bean in it. That's just personal preference though. If you're someone who enjoys red bean paste and don't mind chunks, then you might enjoy this Taiwanese wheel cake.

A very nostalgic old Hong Kong decor dessert spot offering many authentic Hong Kong style desserts…read more Their expansive menu includes traditional hot dessert such as red bean soup, black sesame and almond paste. And also the more modern cold desserts such as mango, ube sago and even grass jellies. We opt to order their ube trio and it was heavenly. It had an authentic and strong ube taste. The sagos were cooked just right with the perfect texture and most importantly, it wasn't too sweet. We also ordered their instagram worthy mahjong tiles which is essentially red bean and coconut pudding. It's very cute and definitely instagram worthy. It's not too sweet and I liked that it came with a side of red bean sauce which made it less dry. The money is also made of edible paper but we didn't touch it cuz it felt weird eating it. However, it wasn't anything special and we wouldn't order it again. It was quite busy when we arrived on a Friday night but it's much easier to go in a smaller party. We were a party of 2 and walked right in even though others were waiting because they needed a bigger table. The place is clean and service was fast. They don't have a time limit even though they are busy so it's a great hang out spot. We would definitely be back to try out other items they have to offer.

It's a nice place for Asian dessert. They also have some Hong Kong style snacks and Asian dim sum I…read morehave yet to try. I like getting their tofu dessert though. And right now (not sure until when) they have a giant sandpit installed in the middle of their store. If you spend $25, you get to play with their toy excavator. And if you collect over 30g of gems, you can spin the wheel and win prizes. (Big prize = $20 coupon) Great for keeping kids and adults that are still kids at heart (myself included), happily occupied.