A cozy Taiwanese family restaurant serving a nice selection of Taiwanese street food and desserts. We came here mainly for dessert and ordered the tofu pudding with yam balls. The tofu pudding was AMAZING - freshly made with a delicate soy milk flavor, silky smooth and melts in your mouth. The yam balls are equally impressive, nice yam flavor with just the right amount of chewiness. I could happily eat this all day! read more

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I can only comment on the shaved ice not the regular food. I went there for shaved ice because it was hot outside walking from the supermarket. The Google map didn't show the correct entrance because the front entrance is on the street not near the parking lot in the rear. The place almost looked closed. What I like about this place is that it's not closed in the afternoon unlike some other dessert places. The place is a little dark inside and I wish they have some wall plugs for you to charge your phones. The service is good and courteous although it can be slow at times. The shaved ice is alright although they put too much condensed milk. I wish they would put it on the side so you can pour it ourselves. The sides such as qq noodles and dessert tofu are phenomenal but because they are are at the bottom the ice melts too quickly. read more

Sweet Memory - Strawberry shaved ice - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

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Came for a late-night dessert They have a policy where you have 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 :) read more

Located in Richmond, and focusing on Taiwanese street food and dessert. We only tried their tofu pudding with yam balls for dessert. Their standard dinner menu looked good too. The tofu pudding texture was 10/5. Super silky and smooth. The yam balls tasted solid too. This must be a great go to spot for locals or those going to Richmond read more

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Really sold place for Taiwanese food. We stopped by at around 10pm for some dessert but got some snacks as well. The sausages were decent but the spicy marinaded pigs ear was very tasty. Very well seasoned and have a very nice crunch. Then we got the shaved ice with taro ball and brown sugar jelly. Shaved ice was very fluffy and both the taro ball and the jelly were chewy, sweet, we really enjoyed it. If you are craving some Taiwanese street food and dessert, this is the spot! read more

Sweet Memory - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

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Ordered the hot grass jelly, sadly didnt have any toppings except for some peanuts but the consistency was great! Friend ordered double tea jelly (peach green tea, earl grey) and peach was much more flavourful than earl grey. Another friend got a strawberry condensed milk shaved ice with pudding and yam balls - do not recommend this as the strawberry is very medicine-like. Toppings were great tho. read more

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The food was salter and sweeter than we expected. We had 5 adults and we usually eat lots of Taiwanese food. I want to give them benefit of the doubt since their sister restaurant Memory Corner was delicious last time I went. The staff was very attentive and helpful. Traditional brown sugar shaved ice (with green beans and taro) has a banana flavor to it. read more

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Perfectly nostalgic and authentic flavors, and honestly great service and a cozy environment. My friends and I dropped by with the intention of grabbing dessert, but ended up having a light dinner too. I got the pineapple shaved ice, which there was some confusion and they made me the pineapple slushy originally. I was a bit sad but didn't want them too have to remake it or chuck it so I said I'd just take the slushy. But they said it was okay and that they would make me the shaved ice, and don't worry about the slushy, they will "drink it" instead almost funny - but I really appreciates that level of service. And the pineapple shaved ice was everything I imagined it would be bringing back memories from my childhood in Hsin-Chu Taiwan. The noodle and rice dishes shared with friends were also amazing and a good price. Can't wait to visit again! read more

Sweet Memory - Pineapple Shaved Ice - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

Finding authentic Taiwanese food in a city like Richmond, which is already full of amazing dining options, 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! read more

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This Taiwanese eatery was recommended by friends in Vancouver. Each person sitting must place their own order, no sharing permitted. We were a group of 8, and we asked if we could place 6 orders for the table and the server agreed to the 6 orders. We had just completed a big dinner. My favourite was the Triple Classic Tofu Pudding, it was so silky. I had also ordered a Osmanthus Oolong Milk Tea with Tapioca Gummy Cubes. It was served in a paper cup and lid as if it was a take-out. The picture displays a delicious cold creamy beverage, with a ton of toppings on the top. My drink seemed to have a ton of ice cubes, and it did not have the volume of tapioca gummies indicated like the photo. I was somewhat disappointed. My sister had the Strawberry Shaved Ice with condensed milk and it did not have a lot of condensed milk. I cannot understand the high ratings of other reviewers. We will not be returning to this eatery. Parking will be tricky to find on a Saturday night. Food 3/5 Service 3.75/5 Ambience 3/5 read more

Sweet Memory - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

They barely have vegetarian meals. (Marinated dried tofu, Taiwanese seaweed salad, Shaved ice, Tofu pudding). The Guandong Boils have radish and cabbage. However, the broth is made by simmering kombucha, bonito flakes, vegetables, and sauce. read more

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Came here based off a friend's recommendation on a recent Vancouver trip, and omg I have NOT stopped thinking about the peach green tea jelly dessert which I got here. It was SO GOOD. Just the perfect amount of sweetness for me, and great tea flavor. It was around $9 CAD, which is a bit on the higher side but acceptable to me given how good it was (they also give you quite a bit of it). I came here with a pretty large party (around 10 or so people), and we were able to get seated right away during off hours. Staff was very friendly in helping us put tables together as well as in general demeanor. Definitely looking forward to trying other items here on my next visit! read more

Sweet Memory - Peach green tea jelly - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

Not bad! First night in Vancouver, looking for a place to get some late night munchies. Luckily this place is near by the holiday inn and airport and opens late so this was the perfect place. Lots of traditional Taiwanese dishes and desserts, and the staff were attentive and gave great recommendations. Flavor may be a bit awkward for those who aren't used to it. The grass jelly was okay, not the best but still good. The custard tofu flower was very good and was my first time trying it. They don't put a lot of brown sugar in the sweetening sauce so the traditional tofu flower didn't have much flavor in the larger bowl, but did in the side desert dish that came with our noodles. They had a lot of toppings as well. It was around 1130 pm when we went and it wasn't too busy at all. Interior was small but decorative. read more

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Came here for dessert and walking through the door immediately brings you back to old Taiwan from the tables and chairs to the wall decor is very nostalgic. The menu offers many Taiwanese comfort food and desserts. We opts for their tofu pudding, oolong tea jelly and strawberry shaved ice. The tofu pudding was silky smooth and flavorful. I loved the strong soy flavor and simply paired with syrup that was not too sweet. The oolong tea jelly was refreshing and is a must have for any tea lovers. However, the strawberry shaved ice was a little disappointing. I felt the strawberry syrup tasted very artificial and it was overly sweet when combined with the condensed milk. The portion size was huge so we couldn't even finish half of it. The staff were friendly and very patient with us while we decide on what we want to order. Overall, we enjoyed the desserts and can't wait to come back to try out the savory items on their menu next time. read more

Sweet Memory - Strawberry shaved ice, tofu pudding and oolong tea jelly - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

The interior of this place felt like I was dropped off in old time Taiwan! It was fun to look at all the decor. We only came here for dessert. My husband got the tofu pudding with soy milk which was good and not too sweet. I got the oolong tea jelly which was so refreshing and yummy! You can really taste the tea in it. Service was okay. We did order a drink but I think they forgot about it and felt really bad. I would definitely come back if I wanted a refreshing dessert. I may come back to try their food next time. read more

Sweet Memory - Tofu pudding with soy milk and oolong tea jelly - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

Honestly food is soso and not enough options on menu specially noodles, feel bad to say the coffee jello was the best for my dinner combo. The day I went the only noodle on the menu sold out ‍ Services was good thou read more

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Sweet Memory is a Taiwanese spot that's open late. It's equally parts food, dessert and drinks. They do offer complimentary bitter melon tea but, they have an extensive menu of teas if you'd like something else. Food is good. Tried their chicken on rice. Some of their meals come as a combo with some sides and a dessert. Dessert is a small grass jelly. Sides are nothing to write about. Overall, good selection and fair prices. read more

Stumbled upon this lovely decorated dessert place. It is a sister restaurant of @memorycorner888 but their focus is more on snacks and desserts. We ordered a combo each, which came with side dishes and a tea jelly option, and oden. I also got a drink with the salt milk cap. The salt milk cap was perfectly salty. The best part of the meal were the tea jellies. We got one Earl Grey and one peach green tea. The peach green tea was a bit too sweet for me but the Earl Grey one was absolutely delicious, refreshing, and milky. I have to go back to try the rest of the tea jellies! read more

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I love desserts here! We'd been to the one in Vancouver last year and just realized there was one in Richmond. It's quite small and the parking lot is on the back side of the front entrance (easier to park on the street). Service was quick! read more

Sweet Memory - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

Eh. It was just ok. Got the fatty pork belly and it was not tender came with 1 piece and 1 extra small piece. No flavor. However the custard tofu was very good. 2 stars read more

We went there on a Wednesday evening and the restaurant was quiet with couple other customers. We ordered combo dinners like braised pork on rice, ground pork on rice, fried porkchops... all tasted mediocre and lukewarm meal. The tofu dessert was pretty good. Won't be back for dinner but dessert may be which probably is their specialty. Service was ok and paid parking in front of the restaurant. read more

Sweet Memory is such a comforting spot for dessert lovers. The shaved ice was incredibly soft and fluffy, almost snow like, and paired perfectly with the silky tofu pudding and light sweetness of the syrup. Everything tasted clean and balanced, not overly sweet, which I really appreciated. The portions were generous, the presentation was lovely, and the atmosphere felt cozy and relaxed. A great place to wind down, especially late at night, and definitely somewhere I would come back to again read more

Delicious food & great service! Ordered the cabbage dumplings and Taiwanese sausage. So tasty!!! On par with dishes I've ordered at Din Tai Fung. The restaurant is cute and cozy. Will be back. read more

Sweet Memory - Cabbage dumplings - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

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Very delicious traditional taiwanese dessert!! Must try shaved ice and douhua! Very good services~ read more

Sweet Memory - Shaved ice! - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

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The tofu desserts were good but I didn't like the old stained bowls that we were given - perhaps it was supposed to look like antique bowls but you don't really know. The thin napkins were thrown on the table and got all wet. We had to ask for fresh napkins. The waiter seemed new and not attentive until alerted. The tea was unique and was told that it was red watermelon seed tea. The shaved ice had few options for toppings and because there was not a generous portion, it didn't have the full flavor. The rating seem over-rated. Not impressed with the decor. read more

Sweet Memory - Tofu - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

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This is one cute spot, they transport with the design to a Taiwan backstreet food stall. I loved the battered aluminum tea pot that comes to the table immediately upon arrival. Service was efficient. You scan and order from your phone. We ordered deep fried mushrooms and they tasted good (a little oily but reheated amazingly in the air fryer) The lamb (chose the lamb shoulder rather than fattier lamb belly) fried rice was a good portion and delicious. The Deep fried pork chop was good, I ordered it with medium spice which made my lips tingle. Combo was extra with three sides and rice and soup. All were above par. read more

My girlfriend surprised me with this Taiwanese restaurant as I'm a big Taiwanese dessert lover, I'd say I got a new favorite Taiwanese dessert place after! The interior is very traditional like, the booth you see when you walk in looks like a vacation hut, the brick wall has many old posters, newspapers and even a bike on it. I've never been to Taiwan but I felt like I was there when I walked in. Since we love to taste and try things out, the server recommended us to order the double jelly as it offered us a chance to try any 2 jellies on the menu. We chose the most popular Jasmine jelly along with Gras jelly, toppings were tapioca noodles and multi color yam balls. Compared to other jelly dessert places that we've been to, this one's tea flavors were very giving. We could taste the sweetness of the jelly along with the bitterness that came right after swallowing. As someone who loves the toppings over the jelly, you can really taste the difference between their toppings than others. We will definitely come back again to try their other items! read more

Sweet Memory - Double jelly - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

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Service was fast and friendly, and food comes in large portions for a great price, especially if you order their combos. We ordered the Taiwanese pork combo and ground pork combo and got the tofu pudding and jasmine jelly for dessert. Both came with an assortment of sides and a boiled egg in each rice bowl. Definitely recommend the ground pork as you can mix the sauce with the rice, and we preferred the jasmine jelly as we found it especially refreshing after a heavy meal. My only gripe is the seating situation; it consists of small stools so if you are seated at a two person table there will be no space to hang your jackets or put your bags. So definitely make sure to dress lightly when visiting! read more

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sweet memory has amazing taiwanese food! it is owned by the same people/business as memory corner which is nearby. note that not everything on the memory corner menu is available at sweet memory because it is more focused on desserts. nevertheless, we came for lunch and still tried out some savory dishes. the crystal meatball is a phenomenal appetizer - it's rare to find it at restaurants outside of taiwan. it was super delicious and definitely comparable to some i've had in taiwan or handmade. the pork chop rice combo was also a great deal and tasted incredible. the sides and dessert are just the cherry on top. the interior is nice and service is also quite good. overall, i would highly recommend! read more

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Wow, this place is just perfect for those who love traditional Chinese desserts with a modern twist! And on top of that, they have FANTASTIC dinner menu items! I came here with a friend to catch up for some desserts and boba. But I wasn't expecting this place to have a lot of delicious desserts that were mostly traditional Chinese. I really loved their tea jellies, they have Oolong, Earl Grey and Jasmine tea jellies. It is literally a perfect modern take on traditional Chinese Jellies using a tea style flavour instead. They have a variety of toppings too to add on your main dish of desserts. They have oden and a variety of dinner menu items. Their bowls of rice are the typical Northern Chinese ingredients on top of them. The stewed beef and pork stuff, with tons of pickled radish etc. I didn't feel like any of them that night so I just went straight for the typical desserts. I love the decor of the place, as it is the typical traditional Chinese old Ming Dynasty. You can tell they worked so hard on getting the bricks made onto the walls, and on top of that that large doll display case is ridiculous!! You get the typical chinese style tables and it is just an experience on its own. Will for sure be coming back in the future for more food and more desserts~!! read more

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If you like drinks and/or shaved ice with tropical flavors, make sure to check them out here - flavors like pineapple, passion fruit, etc. I originally wanted to come here to try the Taiwanese snacks and maybe tofu pudding, but I was overly full after a big lunch somewhere else, so I couldn't take advantage of those. Instead, I got the small pineapple shaved ice, which was huge for a small size. My friends got a large/regular shaved ice, which is way too much for 2 people unless you come here with an empty stomach. The fruit flavors were more on the sweet side, which I like, but someone who prefers sour or tartness might not. I'm not big on having beans in my desserts, so having pudding as an option was a relief. Something that bothered me was the rule requiring one order per person. This only worked out because my husband ordered a drink. If a group or couple wanted to come in just to share some shaved ice, tofu pudding, or jelly, that would be difficult because each person would have to come up with something to order when maybe they don't want anything else. In that case, I would recommend going to memory corner, since you can have full meals there with desserts/snacks. read more

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Service was nice and friendly. Came in for desserts, and food came out fast. Ordered some mochi with taro (good), tofu pudding with brown sugar jelly (tofu was nice and silky, but the jelly was only okay), and hot grass jelly with peanuts (good). A bit pricey. read more

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Authentic Taiwanese food with excellent service and ambiance. We tried multiple dishes and would strongly recommend stewed pork over rice, pork intestine vermicelli, rice tube pudding, and Taiwanese sausage. read more

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An inviting and relaxing space offering "old fashioned" Taiwanese desserts and a handful of lamb dishes/snacks. Appreciated them being open late, even on a Sunday. We came for dessert and had a homemade milk tea, custard tofu pudding with toppings (barley, red bean, yam balls), and cream custard toast. Everything was delicious. This in itself would be enough for a top rating, but the visit was also special because of the beauty of the space (a stone wall facade that shuts out the outside world like you've stepped into a secret place) with dozens of thoughtful decorations across the walls. You sit down and feel that you're looking at a story about a place and a family's connection to it. The website has a nice history of the owners that help you appreciate that. The staff do a great job too. They were busy throughout our visit, but still polite, paying attention to everyone, and making sure the order was done correctly. It was a full house, but everyone looked like they were comfortable, social, and enjoying what they ordered. Well named! We will definitely visit again. read more

Sweet Memory - Custard tofu pudding with barley, red bean, and yam balls. The large bowl that came with our order could fill about six of these. - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

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Cute family vibe. I appreciate you can get small bites here. The earl grey grass jelly was bomb. read more

Sweet Memory - Squid and earl grey grass jelly - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia

Really, really good. Stumbled upon this place while searching for some Asian desserts and it did not disappoint with its great food, service, and very unique interior reminiscent of old villages I visited back in China. The tea jellies were surprisingly aromatic and not too sweet, the black sesame gluttonous rice balls were delicious and the freshest I've ever had, and the red bean pancakes were seared just right had the most satisfying chewy texture. If you're looking for great Asian desserts that aren't too sweet, I'd highly recommend this place a try. read more

The ambiance is amazing. They workers hard to get the ancient China vibe. I was looking forward to the fried chicken over rice. Unfortunately, the chicken was soggy when it arrived. It might be the style but it wasn't what I was expecting. The other dishes were fine. Just don't get the fried chicken. read more

3.5 stars. Overall, the food here was good. Service can be a bit slow but that's to be expected. Food: Century old egg with tofu - delicious Minced pork with tea egg over rice - very good; meat was a little too fatty for me Special shaved ice with the rice dumpling - very good Five spiced squid - a bit too garlicky and sweet but squid is nice and chewy read more

New COVID hours as of today is until 930pm Ordered my usual Grass Jelly and it hit the spot again. I know I can order to go, but it just taste better in a real bowl. Please consider opening a location in Vancouver DT or Kerrisdale. The drive to get this bowl can be tough during rush hour. They accept cash, debit and credit card. Tap works too. Street parking and parking lot to the side. read more

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**This review is for dessert only, we didn't try any savory entrees** We're visiting from the southern California area, and are always looking for new desserts to try. Thankfully we decided to give Sweet Memory a try! I think this is an underrated place, the desserts are amazing. Firstly, the place has a cute, traditional, ambient atmosphere. It's décor and wall decorations are very nostalgic. Though inside there isn't too much seating room. For the 2 of us on a late weekday late night we were able to get a seat luckily. Desserts are a little bit on the pricier side, but the quality and taste is unmatched. The Jasmine Jelly was the highlight hands down. Me or my gf have never tasted a jelly that was jasmine flavored. We've had tons of boba and dessert spots and no jelly has ever tasted like this. Super good, we would definitely order this again! We also had the Tofu Pudding (believe Soy Tofu flavor) with boba. The boba quality is very good! The tofu pudding and flavor was great at best (not amazing). Definitely preferred the Jasmine Jelly over the Tofu pudding. Still not bad at all, a great experience overall. read more

Sweet Memory - Unclear photo of the jasmine jelly and soy tofu pudding - Desserts Near Me - Richmond, British Columbia