This spot is located right next to TESO, which makes it easy to find. I love how amazingly simple and consistent somisomi is and this location is no exception. They had the Sakura Berry for the spring when I visited, which I had it with the Ube, and my only regret was not being able to eat another one. read more

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Came back for another round and tried the Milk & Strawberry flavor with matcha powder sprinkled on top. Unfortunately, the Matcha & Ube options were unavailable during our visit since the matcha machine was broken, which was a bit disappointing considering those were some of the flavors we were most excited for. (It's also my BF's favorite flavor combination). The Milk and Strawberry flavors were a bit too sweet for me personally, but I still enjoyed the overall flavor and texture (they're really good with this). I really wish we could've tried more of the menu, but unfortunately, the options we wanted just weren't available. read more

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SomiSomi is one of those places that looks incredible but doesn't quite deliver on flavor. The presentation is definitely Instagram-worthy--the taiyaki cone is cute, the soft serve swirl looks perfect, and the toppings are colorful. Unfortunately, that's where the excitement ends. The soft serve itself was pretty bland and icy, lacking the richness or depth you'd expect, especially from flavors like matcha. The fish-shaped waffle cone looked great but was dry and not very flavorful, which made the whole dessert feel unbalanced. I really wanted to like it because the concept is fun and the visuals are on point, but taste-wise it just didn't live up to the hype. If you're stopping by purely for photos, you'll probably be satisfied. If you're coming for a memorable dessert, this one may leave you underwhelmed. Might give it another shot with different flavors, but first impression was more style than substance. read more

Somisomi - Matcha - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

I am amazed how they can make every flavor super creamy yet doesn't over power the flavor. I always stop by when I shop at Teso or eat at the plaza, and the place is never not busy. Service is always quick and friendly, lighthearted music playing in the background, very chill. Only thing I wish they can offer is that we can mix and match the flavors ourselves but I know it's not within the staffs' control. Got the matcha and cookies n crème mix this time with biscoff dust and cocoa pebbles. Love the hint of fragrant tea, not too bitter. We also ordered the hotteok flavor taiyaki too which is offered for limited time. The filling has lots of nuts and strong sweet cinnamon, little too sugary for me, won't get again but good for a try. They changes the flavor every couple weeks I think so it's like opening a blind box for ice cream, makes me keep coming back for more surprises. read more

Somisomi - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

I'm no stranger to SomiSomi - I've been loving their taiyakis for a few years now. This location is really cute, and well kept (love that!). There is not a lot of seating but that's pretty common across SomiSomi locations. There is a standing bar. I came in on a Saturday, the service was a bit slow but it was kind of busy at the time also. I tried the new Pure Peach Bliss flavor in my upside down sesame ahbong, it's amazing!! The portion is large for me so I didn't finish but it was really good - not too sweet or overpowering, just enough peach flavor to leave a good impression. The taiyaki this time seems too flaky, it broke off too easy, however, it tastes great! read more

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We first tried SomiSomi in California and when we found out there was one near us, we had to come. The store is located in a shopping strip with many other Asian restaurants, bakeries, and supermarket. Inside it is as cute as the one in California. We ordered two upside down ahboong. The person at the register kindly took our order. I shared a custard filled matcha with my son and my husband shared a custard filled cookies 'n cream with our daughter. They were as good as I remembered it. The soft serve was creamy and full of matcha flavor. The fish was warm with great texture. read more

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The food and customer service was great. I loved there specialty cookies and cream and I am super happy overall with the food.

Great! Grandma's favorite. She was happy. All that matters :) Thank you for being a part of her special day! read more

Somisomi - Happy 90th birthday Grandma Ruth! - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

LOVE SOMI SOMI! The ice cream is amazing and soft serve is always soft! I will say the space inside does not allow for people to sit down. read more

Somisomi - Earl grey with fruity pebbles - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

It is worth the rave. Friends highly recommended this place and it was so tasty! Only wish we could have had it one more time before leaving Houston! read more

Somisomi - Strawberry - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

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A good place for a sweet treat and to cool down on a hit summer day. The place is big and clean with lots of sitting. The workers are super nice and happy to explain the menu. They have different types of ways you can get their soft serve in. I definitely recommend getting the upside down as it allows to try the filled taiyakai along with the soft serve in a cup so it doesn't melt and get messy to eat. Their menu changes with the flavor of soft serve. I would definitely recommend getting the Ube if it's available. You also get to pick the toppings along with if u want a strawberry or macaroon on top. read more

Somisomi - Upside down Ube & Milk with Macaroon and Upside down Cookie & Cream with Macaroon - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

Highly recommend! The soft serve was very creamy, not overly sweet, and didn't taste artificial. The Ahboong had a similar taste and texture to a waffle, which complimented the soft serve. The portion size is generous IMO for the price, and I could've easily split this with a friend. Service was quick. No sampling is offered but if you've had these flavors before, you know what to expect. The vibe here was cute, and it's right next door to a fun supermarket. Parking is easy since it's located in a plaza. read more

Somisomi - Upside Down Ahboong with Matcha Custard and Ube Cookies 'n Cream soft serve. Topped with Matcha Powder. - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

One of my kids' most all time favorite dessert spots. This Somi Somi location is super clean and inviting. Their soft serve and taiyaki is always consistently delicious and made to perfection. Will always make a stop here if I'm ever in the area and with my kiddos! read more

Somisomi - Milk & Ube swirl Ahboong - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Don't get me wrong there's nothing wrong with the taiyakis here. It was good. But having to wait for more than 3 minutes just to get your order taken, when there's no one in line before you? My order ended up being a total of $5.35 for two taiyakis(pretty ordeal pricing) but when I gave exactly $5.35, but the cashier gave me $4.65 (saying she couldn't take the change?)...girl what? The inside is fairly clean and nice ambiance....service aside, would not recommend...serving taiyaki with a free side of attitude? Didn't know that was in the included training process?....also she gave me the wrong order.... read more

Somisomi - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

A classic. I've visited somisomi times, but it just never misses. Their soft serve is so creamy and whipped and they always have new flavors weekly plus swirls of different combinations. I always get the upside down ahboong so you get to try out their taiyakis as well. What I love most though is that their topping are all free and you can dust your soft serve with whatever you'd like. The cashiers are always so sweet and you can tell they make each order special and with care! Definitely need to check it out for unique and delicious asian inspired flavors. read more

Somisomi - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

I love the Somisomi franchise and was still craving dessert after shopping nearby. Weekend was busy but service was quick. Larger seating area compared to the other location I've been to in the past. Got the ube soft serve in a cup with oreo bits as the topping (decided not to add a complimentary strawberry slice or macaron). Super delicious; I love ube! Got to try some of the sweet corn + matcha soft serve with an upside down taiyaki (matcha filling). Matcha flavor is strong and the sweet corn was good. Will definitely be back in the future! read more

Somisomi - Ube soft serve w/ oreo bits - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

I was craving taiyaki and found this place in the new Westheimer Asia town! I was actually curious to check out this area so jumped at the opportunity to head over there. There's plenty of parking and the whole area was pretty busy on a Saturday night. For the taiyaki, you have to get two at a time, which was kinda dissappointing since I knew I wouldn't be able to resist eating them both! I ended up getting the custard and the oreo. The custard was pretty good - it was more of a creamy custard and not a true custardy consistency if that makes sense. Still good though! The outside was nice and crispy. The oreo one was more of like an oreo crumble in the middle. I think I liked that one more actually. Overall, enjoyed my taiyaki and they also have lots of different flavors and ice cream too, so most likely I'll be back! read more

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Went today and had the ube and milk soft serve. It was delicious. The lady at the counter was helpful as it was my first time. Will be back soon read more

Unique soft serve ice cream with changing flavors and options such as toppings, and goldfish like cones filled with options such as Nutella. Great place for something different for dessert, ans highly recommended! read more

We love Somisomi! We frequent the Katy location and so happy that a closer one has opened up nearby! Somisomi is typically soft serve and also known for the taiyaki, which probably could best be described as a waffle shaped into a fish and filled with your choice of custard, nutella, red bean, oreo, black sesame cheddar or matcha. My personal faves are custard, nutella, red bean and oreo. Most locations change their flavors weekly - most flavors will repeat, but their twisted menu (2 flavored swirls) will typically change. You can get the soft serve in a cup, with a cone or with an upside cone. You can add your choice of topping (sprinkles, fruity pebbles, oreo, etc) and either a strawberry or macaron shell. Order the taiyaki separately to get it fresh and crunchy! read more

Somisomi - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

Nut allergy friendly - Their menu is labeled with nut allergens, and I usually avoid the taiyaki because Nutella is a filling option. Anyone who knows Asian dessert shops knows SomiSomi, and it is truly a blessing that they've opened another location in a prime growing plaza next to two major Asian stores (99 Ranch and Teso Life). Their opening swirl flavors (which may change over time, weekly or seasonally) are their classic Milk / Strawberry, Cookies and Cream / Banana Milk, and Ube/Matcha. The Ube Matcha is simply amazing, perfecting the flavors of both and adding complexity with matcha powder (toppings are included in the price). Service is fast, with my order coming out in about 5 minutes with 5-6 people ahead of me. SomiSomi is the gold standard of desserts at this price point (less than $5 for a huge serving in a cup) and this location is no exception. read more

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Very nice and clean place. Ice cream was delicious. Highly recommended. Definitely be back! read more

I got the matcha soft serve with a custard taiyaki and it was so yummy!! The taiyaki was chewy and soft, and the amount of custard filling was perfect! I also ordered an additional custard and red bean taiyaki, and they were super fresh and warm. I really enjoyed it!! read more

Somisomi - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I got their Upside Down Ahboong with an Ube & Strawberry Soft Serve Ice Cream & Matcha Custard with Matcha Sprinkles & and a piece of an actual strawberry ($6.45, but $7.98 with tax). Taste was nice! Not too sweet, but a perfect balance of creaminess and flavor. Server was chill too. He made it pretty fast too. Perfect treat to end the Houston trip! read more

Such a cute little shop! Their soft serve ice cream is super creamy and delicious. We tried a mix of flavors and everything was on point -- especially loved the Oreo one! The taiyaki cone was a fun touch and so good. Great spot for a sweet treat, and the presentation is definitely Instagram-worthy. Highly recommend if you're in the area! read more

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Amazing!! Got the Upside Down Ahboong with matcha & cookies and cream swirl, Nutella, and cap n crunch topping. The best soft serve flavor and texture. The taiyaki was delicious! Very chill ambiance and quick service on a Friday around lunch time. Spacious with small tables, benches, and stools along each side, plenty of parking. I can't wait to go back. read more

Somisomi - Upside Down Ahboong with matcha and cookies & cream with cap n crunch topping (Nutella inside). 5 ! - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

I like way they serve, it so pretty and ice cream delicious and fresh, have amazing choices for flavors read more

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Amazing service and atmosphere! When we arrived, the place was full, but the staff was super friendly and efficient. The ambiance was so pleasant and cute--it made the whole experience even better. I absolutely love Asian Town, and I highly recommend visiting. I especially loved taiyaki with the ube ice cream definitely a must-try! read more

Somisomi - With my dad - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

I haven't been to this location. I have been to the one in Katy off of 99. That location is very busy. I hope anyone reading this will try it out. read more

Came here a week after they opened. The prices are very affordable (before tip, my cup of soft serve was less than $5). I got the matcha and ube swirl. The soft serve is thick and super creamy and doesn't melt right away so you can enjoy it. I've had the taiyaki before and it's fresh and very fun to look at/eat. You can also add toppings for free after it's made. I'm glad there's a location in Houston now instead of only Katy. I would say this location needs more seating/tables. They have a huge empty space they could utilize for that but everything is just against the wall. Also when I came, the tables were sticky/dirty. read more

Amazing flavors! Smells absolutely delicious! Worth going to try. They're having a promotion for their soft opening(?) Buy an ahboong or upside down ahboong and you get a free tayaki The cashier was nice and accommodating! read more

Somisomi - Upside down Ahboong Matcha & milk swirl - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

After a trip to the new Teso Life next door, we were curious to see what Somisomi was. We were pleasantly surprised! I've always wanted to try taiyaki after having seen it on social media years ago. I finally did! (For those uninitiated, taiyaki is a Japanese cake shaped like a fish and typically filled with red beans.) Somisomi serves up taiyaki on top of delicious soft serve ice cream with toppings to boot! They also have a small selection of drinks, including strawberry milk, which they advertised on their storefront. My brother-in-law ordered the strawberry-matcha swirl soft serve adorned with a macaron. My sister and I absolutely devoured a taiyaki with red bean atop a delightful banana-ube swirl! The ice cream was very banana-forward, reminiscent of a good banana pudding. The taiyaki itself was like a waffle consistency, with the sweet red bean filling inside. Like Menchie's, our orders came with cute plastic spoons festooned with cartoon fish and ice cream. (I saved them from the landfill so I could reuse them for yogurt). I would definitely go back to try their other flavors! I'm so happy I finally got to try taiyaki! read more

Somisomi - Red bean taiyaki with banana-ube swirl soft serve. - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

I really like the taiyaki here. It has a really good mochi like texture that's chewy, and the exterior is nice and crispy. They're also made to order so it's extremely fresh and hot when you get it. My favorite flavors are the matcha custard, Nutella, and custard fillings. The filling to taiyaki ratio is perfect and the flavor is not too sweet. This location does have seating but it's like benches than proper tables and chairs, so I wouldn't hang out in there, but you could quickly eat your food there. read more

Somisomi - Matcha custard, Nutella, and custard taiyaki - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Love this location the most out of all the somi somis! Much more space with some seating and in a central location. Quick service and delicious as usual! read more

Somisomi - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

A good addition to the complex as this area keep on growing. But I was not impressed by the quality of the taiyaki. There's no table other then the one table outside It feels like that they don't want you to stay at the store, just buy and leave vibe. It took a few minutes for our taiyaki to be ready. But I might come back to try the ice cream. read more

Lovely new soft serve place. The banana milk was my favorite. I will definitely come back just for that flavor. The Ube with pink guava was different but also tasted very good. Service was very quick and the employees were very nice. read more

Somisomi - Banana milk flavor and the Ube with pink guava. Both with custard - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Very good and nice people! Not too sweet just perfect! The place has stand tables and benches for everyone! Its always quick! read more

Somisomi - Ahbong Matcha+Custard and Upside Down Ahbong Cookies&Cream+Nutella - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

Something different on a hot day. The soft serve in a cup did not disappoint. Topped it with biscuit crumbles and the fish shaped pastry had a vanilla filling. It was so much, next time we are going to have to share. Hubs loved his cone and had his pastry filled with red bean filling. Service is fast and inside is fairly large, hoping they get more seating. Lots of open space. read more

Somisomi - Soft serve in a cup with a fish puff pastry. - Desserts Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Tasty, clean, a tad too sweet for me honestly! Service efficient just how I like it and sometimes you just need a boonguhppang!

Super creamy! The soft serve is very dense and creamy. They rotate their flavors often so there's something new to try every time. read more

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