I really like the black sesame and Hokkaido milk swirl! Black sesame isn't grainy and overall both flavors are a great pairing. Banana cream is really tasty too, great for banana lovers. Can get busy/crowded inside but there's 2 self-serve kiosks as well as their main counter, so wait time isn't super long. Parking can be tough, but not impossible. Just circle around the residential areas if no metered parking spots are available. read more

Tokyo Cream - Soft serves - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Stopped by with my wife one evening for some desserts. We were craving soft serve and we were in the right place at the right time. There were a lot of people there but the line moved pretty quick. We ordered the Kouignigiri, Croquant Choux,Harajuku Ube, Yuzu Awa, Sakura Matcha, and the Shibuya Honey Yuzu. The Kouignigiri was delicious, golden and well layered while the Croquant Choux was like a cross between coffee cake, and eclair and a cream puff. The drinks were refreshing but nothing to sing and dance about. The ice cream was alright. It was better than a standard vanilla soft serve but it didn't carry enough impact. The Yuzu honey had a wax that lingered after you ate the honey. Not sure if it's intentional but I was not a fan. The Ube soft serve was a little better. I think the toppings complimented the ice cream more. Overall, I think the dessert was good. I'll have to try it again once the novelty wears off. read more

See all

I got the black sesame soft serve, the matcha sundae, and the choux pastry. Black sesame soft serve 3/5 it was a little artificial tasting and not as smooth/creamy as some other places I have been to, such as matcha Izumi. I would like a stronger black sesame flavor. Matcha Ginza 4/5- came with Hokkaido soft serve rather than matcha soft serve as pictured. This was a little more to my liking. The mochi was soft and the Hokkaido soft serve was a little creamer than the black sesame. Choux pastry 3/5 not too exciting. I probably wouldn't order this again. It had some cream in the center. My mom got the strawberry sakura matcha latte this tasted pretty good, but I only had a sip. read more

See all

Sakura Matcha 7.5/10 Hokkaido Milk 8.5/10 Murasaki Ube 7.5/10 Sakura Matcha has a nice subtle floral to it. I got less sweet; I feel no sweet would be good for me, since the foam already had a sweet taste. Hokkaido Milk was creamy and sweet a perfect treat to end the night. Murasaki Ube was nice I couldn't really taste the ube. It tasted more like Pandan and coconut. I loved the coconut flakes. read more

Tokyo Cream - Hokkaido Milk, Sakura Matcha, and Murasaki Ube (IG@ boba._.addict) - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Wanted to try this fairly new dessert place in the Sunset, and had high expectations for their Hokkaido milk. Overall, I'd say it was average - good, but not as good as other places I've tried like Indigo Cow in LA. Black & White Swirl (Hokkaido milk and black sesame): -pros: not too sweet, decent price ($5.50 per serving), has good baseline milk flavor and black sesame flavor -cons: texture/consistency is too icy, milk is not very rich, lacking in fragrance and freshness Overall, I think this is an okay place to try, but I feel they have some areas for improvement for the consistency and recipe of their soft serve. read more

See all

Got the Tokyo cream banana. Perfect balance of sweetness. They have self service kiosk. Good place for a light dessert. read more

Tokyo Cream - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

See all

Even in SF, plans that specialize in soft serves are rare; so I was excited to see this place open. HokkaidoMilk &black sesame swirl (5/5); I thought both flavors balance each other well. The Hokkaido milk was creamy, rich, and soft. The black sesame was earthy and nutty. Cant wait till they have more flavors! read more

Tokyo Cream - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Summary: Diabeetus Details: Okay so here's another one of those "I really wanted to like this" kind of places, sorry. I had Hokkaido milk ice cream a few times while I was in Japan and absolutely adored it: the idea of ice cream that tastes like milk (and not vanilla) was very novel to Americanized me, and it became a flavor I've been seeking here ever since. So, all that to say, I was VERY excited to see Tokyo Cream pop up! But alas. To their credit, their basic milk flavor had a nice creaminess to it, and was fairly milk-y, but still fairly lacking in comparison to what you can get across the pond. All of that would be fine though, if their soft serve wasn't so horrendously sweet: much more so than other Asian soft serve spots in the city, and possibly even more than a good number of the American soft serve spots too. The lines and crowds are also pretty rough, all of which makes this an unlikely repeat visit for me. Accessibility: Between the lane dividers, narrow corridors, and the crowds, the venue isn't really the most accessible. You can certainly squeeze your way around, but it's not a great experience. read more

Tokyo Cream - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've been wanting to try this new soft serve spot for a while since it's hard to find Hokkaido milk soft serve. They transformed the former Toast N' Egg into a bright modern space with a mural of SF, booths, and stools. Order at one of the kiosks and wait for your name to be called. Our order: Black & White Swirl Soft Serve: $5.50 +Hokkaido milk soft serve was creamy and milky +Sesame soft serve was creamy and nutty w/strong sesame flavor +Not too sweet Kouignigiri (Banana): $4.95 +Crunchy caramelized exterior with a flaky interior +Not too sweet -There was barely any banana filling Matcha Kori Brûlée: $8.95 -Described as "Torched crème brûlée over shaved matcha ice", the product we received was not what was described. We received a matcha latte with a few streaks of crème brûlée and plenty of ice cubes topped with a small mound of shaved matcha ice. Tokyo Kōhī (Hot, 0% sweet): $5.95 +Drinkable temperature: Hot, but doesn't burn your mouth/tongue -Filled only 2/3 of the way, the watery coffee was bland & not creamy. One of the worst coffees I've had in recent memory. Side notes: 1.) Rewards: Sign up w/phone # to earn points 2.) Self-serve napkins, spoons, and straws 3.) Restroom available for customers 4.) Limited street parking *Verdict: Out of the 4 things we tried, I would only get the soft serve again. I'd highly recommend sticking to the soft serve if you come here. read more

Tokyo Cream - From left to right: Matcha Kori Brûlée, Black & White Swirl Soft Serve, Tokyo Kōhī (Hot), Kouignigiri (Banana) - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

See all

The space is clean, bright, and feels well put together for a soft serve spot. It gets crowded pretty fast, they have a kiosk setup, which i dislike. The setup can slow things down since many of the people who have never been in there take longer deciding what they want on the screen. I waited about 20 minutes for a black sesame swirl, which felt a bit long for just a soft serve during lunch time. The visual menu is nice, but the ice cream itself didn't really stand out for me. I was hoping for something more rich and creamy, but it leaned a little icy and slightly processed. I think this place would improve a lot with a smoother flow during peak times and a creamier texture for their ice cream to match the presentation. read more

See all

I went here on a Saturday around 9pm and it was crowded inside and there was about a 10 minute wait. At this restaurant, everyone orders at the tablets at the side of the restaurant and then choose a spot to sit at. We ordered the Tokyo Banana Soft Serve and a Kouinigiri. The staff was quick at making our order, so that was nice. Both of the items tasted good, but the kouinigiri didn't really have anything special to it. The kouinigiri tasted like a normal croissant with a slight hint of a banana flavor from the sparse amount of banana filling inside. I'd recommend this place for the soft serve. The soft serve had a slight banana flavor which reminded me of a banana dessert from Japan. read more

Tokyo Cream - Tokyo Banana Soft Serve (left) & Kouinigiri (right) | IG: @nomwithelaine - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

I saw someone outside licking black colored ice cream and wondered if it was black sesame. I'm a big sucker for black sesame flavored food. It brings me back to my childhood when mom used to grind seeds for hours in her old blender in the basement. It was noisy as heck and the wait was torturous but the outcome was this delicious nutty smooth creamy flavor that never leaves your brain. Gee Mah Woo. In we went and ordered the soft serve black sesame ice cream, the strawberry matcha creamy drink and a banana kouignamann-nigiri. The black sesame was delicious but not as good as mom's :). I thought the kouignamann-nigiri triangle had fresh bananas inside, it was crispy flakey and sweet. Great little snack. The match strawberry was a nice combo but wish we got 50% less sugar. Great place for a quick and unique snack! read more

Tokyo Cream - Kouginmannigiri - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

See all

After a quick trip to the Cal Academy of science, I wanted a sweet treat before heading back to the south bay. I saw this spot was close by. I love matcha and black sesame so I was excited to try the ice cream. My husband really enjoyed his matcha sundae. My toddler and I shared the black sesame cone. We had to eat it fast because it melted quickly. The cone was like a fortune cookie. The bottom was completely soggy by the time I got to the end. It was my first time there so my recommendation is to get a cup and eat the cone while your eating the ice-cream. We also ordered the croissant like pastry. It was banana flavor. It was definitely crispy. I wish it was warmed up. My husband said it was but I guess after a 10 minute walk to the car it got cold. I'll save it for home and put it in the air fryer. I'm sure the banana flavor will be so much better. Overall, I would come back for the ice cream and see what other seasonal items they have to try. read more

See all

Tokyo Cream has a modern and unique interior. They also have seating available, which is nice if you want to sit and enjoy your desserts. I got the Hokkaido sesame swirl, and it was really good. It was creamy and not overly sweet, which I appreciated. My boyfriend got the yuzu honey swirl, and he said it was sweet and tasted really good. We both also tried the sakura matcha drink at 50% sweetness. It was a great balance because you could still taste the matcha clearly while getting the strawberry flavor as well. read more

Tokyo Cream - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

See all

A delicate treat! Light and creamy and sweet but not too indulgent. My friend and I enjoyed the Hokkaido milk and black sesame swirl ice cream. I imagine it's lower in fat than regular ice cream because it doesn't have that same thick richness. It's more refreshing I'd say. Def worth a try. I'd like to come back for other items, like their bruleed tube of custard! You have the option to order at a little kiosk if you are antisocial but staff are all available to order at the counter if you have questions. It's small in there, not much seating, and we made it in right before the midday rush, so there's a chance you might stand! read more

Tokyo Cream - Cute lil soft serve of Hokkaido milk and black sesame swirl! - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

If you're in the mood for soft serve, def a cute spot!! The ube soft serve was my fave! I love ube so not really a surprise there. The black sesame was good, the Hokkaido milk flavor was out of service so I couldn't get the swirl so I think that might've made it better. The cookie cone was very good! The banana crème caramel pastry was soooo delicious! Def would get that again. Didn't get the Choquet but def will next time!! Overall very efficient place to order, the staff is so friendly and helpful. The vibes are so cute inside! read more

See all

I was just walking by and saw a lot of people with their ice cream, so I got curious and decided to try it. I went for the original milk flavor, hoping it would taste like the ones I've had in Japan or Korea, but it didn't quite meet my expectations. It leaned more toward a candy-like sweetness rather than that rich, milky flavor I was looking for. My husband actually liked it though, so I think it just depends on your taste preference. read more

See all

Ordered: Kouignigiri (~$5) Hokkaido Milk & Black Sesame Swirl on a Housemade Cookie Cone (~$7) Aya's take: Tokyo Cream is taking traditional Japanese desserts and adding a modern creative twist to it. If you're looking for a quick, not too sweet dessert - this is a great option. The Hokkaido Milk & Black Sesame Swirl on a Housemade Cookie Cone was creamy, silky smooth, and decadent. The flavors paired well together but to really appreciate the Hokkaido Milk, you have to get it on its own as the Black Sesame was overpowering it. The Cookie Cone was a bit broken but it was unique, not super crisp like a typical cone, but much lighter than expected. The Kouignigri is a bit gimmicky but very well-made! Flaky, airy, and surprisingly not overly sweet. Good try! read more

Tokyo Cream - Kouignigiri (~$5) - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

See all

The interior is really cute and I feel like it's a great place for groups to get together and hang out and chat. There were two stations: two iPads on the right hand side if you were paying by card and cashier was available if you decide to pay by cash. Service was fairly quick when I walked in. There was maybe 1-2 people in front of me and my order was called within 10 minutes of me paying. Soft serve is delicious and there were no ice crystals anywhere - a well made soft serve! The black sesame did overpower the Hokkaido milk flavor when eaten together but overall it was delicious and a treat. read more

See all

* The Hokkaido milk soft serve is the core of the menu - smooth and almost custard- like. It's very creamy and has a dense texture. * Pastries like croquant choux are also popular and highlighted on the menu. * I ordered the banana cream cup - sponge cake, banana pudding, fresh banana and signature soft serve with hot chocolate fudge drizzle. It was a perfect dessert that wasn't too overwhelming (size-wise) This is a well executed concept in my opinion - definitely worth trying! read more

See all

I was super excited when I first heard this was opening in SF because the one in Roseville is SOOOOO good. I came on a Friday night and it was BUSY! They had two self serve kiosks to order at. There is a good amount of seating; however, it is very tightly packed so once all the seats are taken, there is no where to stand and wait inside for your order. I was slightly disappointed in the taste. The ube sundae was too icy compared to the original location. In addition, the ube syrup was lacking and the cubes were chewy and tasted odd compared to the OG location which had crunchy cubes. The matcha was standard but the croquant was super good! I'm hoping that they're still in the soft opening phase and that the consistency of their sundaes and soft serves will be better. read more

See all

I saw Tokyo Cream on IG and what drawn me to this place was for my love for black sesame and how dark the soft serve ice cream was. Came here on a late afternoon weekend, there was no line with available seating. There were 2 kiosks for ordering, pretty straight forward. I ordered the combo black sesame/hokkaido milk swirl (so I could try both), so matcha sundae, and sakura matcha. Also ordered the croquant croux out of curiosity. Loved the soft serve ice cream! The black sesame was a definitely a level up from what I have tasted inside mochi ice creams. It had a nuttier flavor which I like. I was expecting the hokkaido milk to be like vanilla, but it sure was not, rather it was creamy and tasty. If you like matcha, you'll will love the so matcha sundae (it has mochi pcs in it) and sakura matcha. The croquant croux was just ok, it's like an eclair. The place was small but clean with a nice vibe; probably has a capacity of 20-30 customers. Parking is a challenge given it's one of the busier streets in SF. Definitely a different dessert experience that is worth trying! read more

See all

Came in on a Friday night around 8:30pm. Ordered from the kiosk . Majority of people were there eating soft serve. Tried the double matcha / was lacking the matcha flavor. I normally get regular sweetness at other places but this was pretty sweet for me . So if you don't have a sweet tooth , get less sweet. Not sure why the soft serve was already melting when they gave it to us . Soft serve was only so so . read more

Tokyo Cream - Hokkaido soft serve and double matcha - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Delicious drinks and pastries! Tried the: - Iced Sakura Matcha Latte with oat milk and 50% sweetness: 4.5/5! Great balance of the Sakura notes without being over powered by the matcha, which also wasn't chalky. - Iced Hojicha Latte with oat milk and 50% sweetness: 4.5/5! Love the nutty bold taste of the hojicha. - Yuzu Awa: 4.5/5! Refreshing. - Kouignigiri: 4.5/5! Wish the banana flavor was a bit more consistent throughout the bites but great flavor and flakiness. read more

Tokyo Cream - Sakura matcha, hojicha latte, yuzu awa, kougnigiri - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came again to try some new items that I wanted to add to my review! It was a lot more crowded this time so it may be hard to get a table at peak hours, but the staff were great and orders came out fast. This time I tried the double matcha and new banana kouignigiri. The double matcha was SO GOOD, it's the best matcha I've tried in SF so far, and I'm picky with my matchas. I would get this again next time. I saw that the original kouignigiri is no longer offered, but I ended up liking the banana one even more. It's the same flaky sweet texture but with a little bit of banana filling on the inside, not too much and not too sweet. Definitely recommend! read more

See all

Tried the black sesame and Hokkaido milk soft serve. I would give it a 4 out of 5. It was good, but the black sesame was a bit grainy for my taste and not completely smooth. I got mine in the cookie cone, which was really good. My husband tried the Tokyo Banana cream. He thought it was just okay, not bad, but it did not wow him. He also gave it a 4 out of 5. Prices are fair. A lot of different options to try. It is on Irving St. so it's street parking only. The service is quick; the two-order kiosks make ordering faster, which is convenient. There are plenty of seats and tables and the wall art is really fun and adds to the experience. Overall, it is a great spot to grab something sweet with good flavors and a pleasant atmosphere. read more

See all

This is a review of their matcha, not their soft serve! Their matcha is high quality and creamy and doesn't require too much sweetness to enjoy :) I went to the soft opening on March 21 and I really enjoyed it. There's plenty of seating with a counter on the left hand side with bar stools and then a bunch of tables in the middle as well! It was pretty busy when we went, but we ordered on the kiosk. I got their strawberry matcha latte while my friend got their regular matcha latte. Our drinks came out pretty quickly (around 5 minutes or so) and we thought they were really good. The matcha was really creamy and I thought that the strawberry puree wasn't too chunky so it mixed well. The only thing was that it was a little pricey ($8.50 for the strawberry matcha latte), but I would definitely pay for it again! read more

I've been twice now to try different things. You have to remember I love ice cream, I've eaten a lot of it . I'm judging by texture and taste too that's why the 3 stars. The place is good. But is it quality soft serve compared to Strauss? No. It wasn't creamy enough for me, but will I eat it again? Yes. The honeycomb one vs Matcha soft serve sundaes. They are different but I think I liked the matcha one better for taste. Again, is it high quality matcha soft serve like Japantown? No! read more

This place is hella good! TheTokyo Cream Banana Pudding was definitely our favorite! We also got a black sesame/hokkaido milk swirl and thought that was tasty; I really liked how the black sesame wasn't too strong so they complemented each other well. The Crouquant Choux was also pretty good, but it got stale kinda fast. The only bad thing was that the layout made it awkward to wait for our order. Everyone waiting had to awkwardly wait right next to tables that were eating. I would deff come again, maybe when it's not so crowded. read more

Tokyo Cream - Tokyo Banana Cream - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

date & time: sunday april 26, 2026 @ 12:30om vibe: friend groups in off the shoulder sweaters, silky skirts & goyard bags music: espresso sabrina carpenter decor: vibey matcha, ice cream spot service: super sweet devour: hokkaido milk choux & banana kouign amann total: $9.68 read more

Tokyo Cream - banana kouign amann 10/10 | hokkaido milk choux 10/10 - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Busy when we arrived on a Sunday afternoon. Most tables were taken and we had to wait about 10 minutes in line to order via the kiosk. Took about 10 minutes after placing our order for it to be ready. Note - Kiddo has a nut allergy and sometimes black sesame is mixed with nuts so we asked to be on the safe side. Took a while for them to inform us that the black sesame does indeed contain nuts. This should probably be posted somewhere. Kiddo ended up ordering the Hokkaido Milk in a cocoa waffle cone. I went with the swirl in the cookie cone and hubs ordered the pistachio kohi. I think we expected the soft serves to be more creamy. The black sesame flavor was subtle but came through and they weren't too sweet - Tlthey were ok. The kohi was creamy and good coffee flavor. They were sold out of the kouinigiri which is what I really wanted to try. Might give it some time before we next visit. read more

Tokyo Cream - Black sesame-hokkaido milk swirl in cookie cone, Pistachio Kohi, Hokkaido Milk in cocoa waffle cone - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Hungry for some noms I decided to buy a Triangle. Yeah, you heard that geometry right. Peach sparkler with dragonfruit and kouignigiri which is like a fluffy pastry triangle which WOULD have been good if it were fresh. But, it wasn't. It was hard and not very tasty. The drink was mostly syrups, nothing really fresh about it. Dissapointed. Especially after paying sp much for it. Also, even when you pay, no bathroom access. They said it was broken. read more

Tokyo Cream - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Sadly, the soft serve was NOT creamy, it tasted watery, so that super disappointing. Maybe go for the drinks. When you enter the store, order at the two kiosk on the right. Ordered the sesame and Hokkaido soft server ($5.50). The store was somewhat busy, all tables full, but no line. Unfortunately, the soft serve took 15 minutes. I stood waiting, then overheard and saw the soft serve machine was down. I wish the store had announced that their soft serve machine was down. In addition, best to wait by the pick up area since the store gets quite loud. There was just a hint of sesame flavor, Hokkaido was pretty watery. I hope the cafe can iron out a few things. For next time, I would get the drinks, looks like matcha drinks and pastries are better than ice cream. read more

Tokyo Cream - Black sesame and Hokkaido swirl (not very creamy) - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

I found out about Tokyo Cream through IG and people were raving about how good their soft serves were. I decided to stop by since I was in the area. I really wanted to try their Kouignigri (pastry shaped like an onigiri) but it was sold out on a Monday at 1pm. There were only a few customers inside when I arrived. Really like the black and white decor inside. I only ordered their Hokkaido Milk and Black Sesame Swirl ($5.50 for a cup) since that was their most popular item. It wasn't as creamy as I thought it would be and I couldn't really taste the sesame. Also, it was a bit melted especially since it just came out of the machine. A bit disappointed since I had high expectations for some tasty Japanese serve. read more

Tokyo Cream - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

See all

Closest you can get to a cremia from japan! The cookie cone isn't quite as buttery but still good. Delicious Hokkaido milk flavor, the only downside was the consistency was a little off and it was immediately melting. Couldn't fully enjoy it because i had to eat it under a minute. read more

Tokyo Cream - Hokkaido milk soft serve - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

New matcha spot that opened! Dishes: -Matcha latte: was good, but not the best I've ever had Logistics: -Accepts cc with 2 paying kiosk -Limited indoor seating -Street, metered parking read more

Tokyo Cream - Menu 3/2026 - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

See all

Found this on yelp and I was soooo excited to give this place a try! On the busy Irving street hard to find parking. There was no wait and they have easy to order Ipads. I got my order in under 5 mins! Ordered: 1. Hokkaido/black sesame swirl: This was really good! Super creamy and didn't have a "fake" taste which I get sometimes with soft serve. It tasted creamy and fresh similar to japan. The black sesame was also a deep rich sesame taste which I love! Also very reasonably priced! 2. Matcha Latte: I thought this was just okay. I can be a matcha snob and I do like deep rich high quality matcha. This matcha did have a good matcha flavor but did have a more sour more acidic taste to it which I didn't love. The oatmilk was good though and I love that they don't punish people for being lactose intolerant and charge more for oatmilk. Overall, really nice and clean inside. The staff was very nice and polite. Very quick to make my order. Felt the soft serve was amazing and the matcha latte was just okay. Ill try the matcha latte again one day and give it another chance. Maybe it was a bad batch or something. read more

Tokyo Cream - Matcha latte - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

See all

I've tried a LOT of matcha in and out of San Francisco, and after how hyped and performative the matcha scene has become, it's safe to say I'm over it. However, I'm glad my friend suggested this place to meet up at before the Sunset night market. It's right near what was the east entrance to the market, so it was super convenient. My friend found this place on IG - classic, and it took almost no time to order at the kiosks and receive our drinks. I ordered the sakura matcha with oat milk, and it was refreshing and smooth. I detected no bitterness or grassiness. It was delightful, delectable, and not too rich - truly a standout from other local options. read more

Tokyo Cream - outside - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

See all

It's been so hot lately and Tokyo Cream provided a reprieve from the heat. Staff friendly and let me try the Hokkaido milk (tasted like white rabbit) & sesame. I ordered the swirl. Both were good but the Hokkaido milk kinda overshadowed the sesame with its sweetness. They ran out of chocolate cones this day but will be back to try. Also their coffee looks interesting. There is pistachio coffee I want to check out next time. Order at the register or on their mobile devices. Plenty of seating. read more

Tokyo Cream - Hokkaido milk and black sesame swirl - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California

This place has tasty drinks and the matcha is mild and not too strong. The strawberry was just right and sweet but not artificial sweet. Also tried the cashew pastry with custard and that had a nice soft crunchy texture and the custard again wasn't too sweet. Hubby got the banana vanilla custard with chocolate drizzle, it was the most rich dessert out of all but we will definitely go back! read more

Tokyo Cream - Matcha Strawberry - Desserts Near Me - San Francisco, California