Taiyaki NYC Japanese Ice Cream

category: Ice cream shop, Bakery, Dessert restaurant, Dessert shop, Donut shop, Japanese restaurant, Japanese sweets restaurant, Pastry shop
address: 119 Baxter St, New York, NY 10013, United States
Phone: +1 212-966-2882
worktime:

Day	Time
Monday	12–10 PM
Tuesday	12–10 PM
Wednesday	12–10 PM
Thursday	12–10 PM
Friday	11 AM–10 PM
Saturday	11 AM–10 PM
Sunday	11 AM–10 PM

site: http://taiyakinyc.com/
rayting: 4.6
services: From the business: Identifies as Asian-owned, Small business,
Service options: Kerbside pickup, Delivery, In-store pick-up, In-store shopping, Takeaway,
Accessibility:
Crowd: Family friendly, LGBTQ+ friendly,
Planning: Quick visit,
Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments, Credit cards,

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Name: E*** C********
Date: 2024-01-29 01:18:18
Rating: 5
Comment: Unique experience, fast and friendly service, delicious ice cream but pancakes are limited. Be prepared to wait in line but worth it.

Name: T***** P*
Date: 2024-01-18 00:54:52
Rating: 4
Comment: We went specifically for this item. Ice cream was good, service was fast. They made this item fresh. It’s a cute place. There’s no seating, but it’s ok you can walk the neighborhood while you eat.

Name: S********* S
Date: 2024-01-16 15:56:58
Rating: 5
Comment: We had Taiyaki on its own with red beans filling and with custard and Taiyaki ice cream too. They were delicious and great looking sweets, must go place in NYC.

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Name: J***** J*** V***********
Date: 2024-01-14 19:14:11
Rating: 5
Comment: We had the mini Taiyaki with the matcha dip and it was great. My friend had the ice cream one and I wish I got that too. The place is small so its pretty much an order and go spot.

Name: K***
Date: 2024-01-07 01:30:06
Rating: 5
Comment: I got the chocolate. Very delicious

Name: M***** J******
Date: 2024-01-02 21:42:49
Rating: 5
Comment: Stopped in after lunch with my girlfriend and got another reliably perfect traditional taiyaki with red-bean paste for an extremely thoughtful price. Made professionally, a guaranteed even-spread of red-bean paste makes for a delicious, warm and cozy treat that doesnt leave you oversaturated with sugar. BUT, if you ARE in the mood for something a little extra, they have no end of fun and exciting ice creams and toppings to add to your taiyaki. Definitely will get one of those next! Truly cant recommend this place enough, the staff even wrote happy birthday and drew a little birthday cake on our paper bag because they heard it was my girlfriends birthday. A beautiful experience all-round.

Name: M******* P***
Date: 2023-12-17 22:45:08
Rating: 4
Comment: The place is small with limited menu and no place to sit and eat. The neighbourhood is subpar and really just a hype. The Pancakes were good but the matcha one was super sweet. The original pancake is 5/5, the matcha is 2/5

Name: D***** M*******
Date: 2023-12-13 14:41:32
Rating: 5
Comment: I loved the fish shaped ice cream cone filled with red bean. The cone is a little pricey, but fun to have and take a picture of. Very cute.

Name: L***** C****
Date: 2023-12-10 21:14:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Good spot for some dessert. No tables/seats inside, we ate standing inside since it was so cold out (Dec2023).

Name: A***** C*****
Date: 2023-12-09 02:52:19
Rating: 5
Comment: A MUST GO! Best ice cream in the city. No matter what season it may be, Taiyaki is a top spot fro ice cream lovers. They need to come back to Miami.5 stars for Teriyaki NYCFood: 5 StarsThe ice cream is soft served on a delicious soft baked cone. I mean what more could you ask for? Oh yeah, how about chocolate drizzle and a wafer cookie to top it off. I went with a classic vanilla option and was so good that we went back for seconds and tried the Matcha flavor. Both were very good with Vanilla being my top choice.Service: 5 StarsVery friendly upon walking in and super helpful with any questions we had. They were even nice enough to provide samples to a few flavors before we committed to a choice.Ambiance: 4 StarsThe ambiance is a typical ice cream shop. It is a very small location with a few seats but youre not coming here for ambiance. The best seat in the house is actually a step outside on the streets of NYC. It’s on a side street which isnt necessarily busy so you can take some awesome pictures with your delicious ice cream cones.

Name: G******** M**** L***
Date: 2023-11-20 19:42:06
Rating: 5
Comment: Went here because my girlfriend LOVES Tayaki and Matcha. We got the Matcha Ice Cream with the custard filled Tayaki cone, it was very good! Tasted like pure matcha. I recommend going if you’re willing to spend approximately $9 per person.

Name: A*** S******
Date: 2023-11-18 20:57:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Warm and ice cream is good, very aesthetic

Name: C****** T**
Date: 2023-11-07 03:58:00
Rating: 5
Comment: The matcha ice cream is delicious. Its not too sweet. The waffle is so good with the red bean inside. The staff is nice

Name: V******* O****
Date: 2023-11-06 00:50:43
Rating: 5
Comment: Chocolate ice cream tastes like ice cream from a truck. Light texture, not too sweet and there’s some custard cream on the bottom of fish waffle.

Name: S****** M**
Date: 2023-10-24 15:11:51
Rating: 5
Comment: Usually I don’t like places that have blown up through social media but the quality and creativity is still there. Ice cream was great and balanced. The taiyaki was still warm and the ice cream did not melt. Taiyaki was great too. We got the red bean but will definitely try the custard one next time. Staff was friendly and patient. They take card and I’ll definitely be back to try more of the menu.

Name: S****** C*********
Date: 2023-10-23 01:57:56
Rating: 4
Comment: Located in china town, quite easy to find although in a connecting alley. The place itself is very small and they sell some of the popular foods only in the mornings, or until a certain hour. They have delicious and as i heard from my kid, very popular ice cream. It was worth coming here and trying it, it was yummy and in a cute fish like cone.

Name: N****** Z****
Date: 2023-10-19 03:23:27
Rating: 5
Comment: I would give a 4.5 stars if I could only because the pricing is a bit high. But the ice cream itself is delicious and looks super cute. Icecream is cheaper without the fish cones. Service is pretty fast and people are nice. Store is a bit small not that much place to sit. Sometimes gets crowded. Enough place to stand outside.

Name: T K
Date: 2023-10-18 14:50:05
Rating: 5
Comment: I heard so much about this shop so I made sure to stop by on my trip! The ice cream was well-balanced and the filling was delicious. This was a great treat!

Name: F***************
Date: 2023-10-13 01:56:46
Rating: 4
Comment: Wished they had more interesting and new flavors. The matcha and black sesame are great but at this point there are many places that make it even better. Great place to try but starting to be outdated, especially when you’re in nyc

Name: N** h****
Date: 2023-10-07 20:27:36
Rating: 4
Comment: Pictured: #1 🦄 Unicorn Taiyaki is available in all ice cream flavors, red bean taiyaki cone, unicorn sprinkles, unicorn horn & ears. ⠀⠀#2 🍫 The Choco-Lit - chocolate ice cream, custard taiyaki cone, chocolate drizzle, chocolate powder, wafer stick⠀⠀Taste: 9/10 the ice scream is soft and delicious and it goes well with the freshly made waffle cone. ⠀Follow our insta: @nyc.halal for more halal food reviews!!

Name: E*** B*****
Date: 2023-09-26 17:18:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious ice cream the taiyaki fish cone is definitely worth it! I got mine red bean stuffed with matcha ice cream and it was out of this world good

Name: J*** M*****
Date: 2023-09-25 07:33:38
Rating: 5
Comment: The variety of flavors offered at this ice cream shop is nothing short of incredible. I couldnt believe the number of options available, from classic favorites like chocolate and vanilla to unique, mouthwatering creations that I had never even imagined.

Name: H******* B****
Date: 2023-09-25 05:23:49
Rating: 5
Comment: Me and my boyfriend have been here every week this month, literally the best dessert on earth. The roasted matcha is the besttt!!

Name: A*** S**
Date: 2023-09-23 11:07:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Omg was the ice cream amazing. Really the best I ever eat. When you want the toast of japan, you have to go there. But you need time because a lot of people want to go there. It is one a little store.

Name: R******
Date: 2023-09-14 23:10:49
Rating: 5
Comment: The most delicious ice cream ever! 😍

Name: M***** M*******
Date: 2023-08-27 15:01:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Cute fish shaped cones filled with delicious soft serve! I had the out of Japan and my friend had the classic. They have some vegan options labeled which is helpful to know especially if youre lactose intolerant. The mango and strawberry swirl beach cone is incredible.

Name: D*** P****
Date: 2023-08-23 17:01:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Lovely ice-cream and the cone was delicious too!

Name: G***** F***
Date: 2023-08-23 01:56:10
Rating: 4
Comment: An inventive Japanese Ice cream shop.You select a cone, then ice cream and toppings.The cone option is the most unique, the cone can be a spongy fish cone that houses the ice cream.

Name: M** G*****
Date: 2023-08-18 18:35:51
Rating: 5
Comment: So cute and lovely! very small place but there was seating inside and the ice cream was amazing

Name: i*********
Date: 2023-08-18 02:44:10
Rating: 5
Comment: Love this ice cream so much!

Name: V****** L***
Date: 2023-08-17 13:52:34
Rating: 5
Comment: I got the #3 matcha soft serve taiyaki. I was pleasantly surprised that it not only looked good, but tasted good as well. The taiyaki was crispy and the matcha soft serve had a lot of matcha flavor (one friend said it was too bitter, but I like it like that). I only wish that the red bean filling at the bottom could be distributed more throughout the taiyaki. I want to have bites of matcha soft serve with the red bean paste, but ended up only having the red bean paste at the bottom.

Name: M** P*********
Date: 2023-08-07 21:05:27
Rating: 5
Comment: The ice cream is great! The cones are actually kind of soft and taste like an actual waffle. Definitely coming back

Name: W* L**
Date: 2023-08-05 01:04:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Sooo good!!! I took the flavour Matcha with Hojicha. Worth every penny of it. They should open to a bigger local and set tables and chairs so we can sit down. A must if you are in NYC.

Name: B******* D****
Date: 2023-08-02 20:15:10
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious!! I got the traditional one with custard cream and one with red bean paste.From the ice cream filled i just took a lick it was very creamy great quality soft serve!I tried first time in San Diego at the SOMISOMI but it’s almost the same…I’m glad they have the similar in NYC too.

Name: N***** S****
Date: 2023-08-01 14:42:19
Rating: 4
Comment: Really chic Ice Cream place in/near Chinatown. USP of this place is “Taiyaki” which is essentially a cone in the shape of a fish. While it’s picture worthy, I don’t think it’s especially worth visiting this place for that. Their ice creams are pretty nice and it’s located in a very pretty neighborhood too.

Name: K**** M********
Date: 2023-07-30 18:04:35
Rating: 5
Comment: I saw some girls Tiktok about this place and ice cream is one thing Im willing to go out of my way for. I ordered an $8.50 the classic, which was a warm fish waffle cone with vanilla soft serve, chocolate syrup, oreo crumbles, and a crunchy stick. It was really good but messy!

Name: L***
Date: 2023-07-25 04:24:07
Rating: 5
Comment: I’ve always seen this type of fish shaped cone all over my instagram feed. I was very excited to get it .. so I really didn’t take my time to look at the menu so I picked one of the ones that were already assembled. You can also build your own. I got the straight outta japan and it’s just matcha with hojicha swirl on top. The taiyaki cone had red bean filling and it was so delicious. The service was so quick .. literally got the ice cream handed while still ordering the second ice cream. If you are ever in chinatown & want something sweet - this should be one of your go to spot.

Name: R*****
Date: 2023-07-24 18:32:25
Rating: 4
Comment: Delicious soft-serve ice cream with spongy fish cones. There are many flavors to choose from and many toppings as well, it can get overwhelming at first but the staff is dope and will help you every step of the way. I got the strawberry mango taiyaki and it was really good, I feel the best part is the fish-shaped cone. The pancake absorbs the melted ice cream, its just so good. I also tried their souffle pancakes which were oh so fluffy and airy (available Sat & Sun for the first 3 hours), honestly felt like I was eating warm pancake clouds. If youre in the area I definitely recommend visiting Taiyaki NYC, you wont be disappointed.

Name: V***** L**
Date: 2023-07-20 03:36:12
Rating: 4
Comment: A delicious ice cream treat! I love the soft, warm taiyaki cone with the cold ice cream. The combos of ice cream flavors are interesting and the cones are beautiful

Name: C***** W*****
Date: 2023-07-13 03:47:53
Rating: 4
Comment: It was okay for taiyaki. The ice cream is good but not that traditional ones 😢 no tables there

Name: B**** V*******
Date: 2023-07-09 20:59:38
Rating: 4
Comment: Taiyaki is one of those attractive spots which draws you in as you pass by. I finally had my moment of holding that iconic fish custard cone loaded with a pretty chocolate swirl. Taiyaki does justice to its flavor just as delightfully as it looks.The sweltering 85 degree heat outside meant the ice cream melted quickly as I went all animal style licking & numbhead gulping the entire thing in under 5 mins.I like that the fish cone is crunchy on the outside but is waffly spongy custardy on the inside. The Chocolate flavor was good too, but nothing extraordinary.It’s smaller in looks overall but heavy enough to fill you up well. Although the flavors are Asian inspired, I feel they can get creative with global flavors or American classics too. I definitely needed a bunch of napkins but the moist toilettes would really help for them to offer.

Name: D**** T*****
Date: 2023-07-05 08:25:17
Rating: 5
Comment: The unicorn tayaki and matcha were delicious, wish there was more room for a seating area, would’ve loved to have somewhere less messy than the curbside to have the ice cream as it melts and somewhere with access to a sink to wash hands afterwards. Best of luck!

Name: B** L**
Date: 2023-07-04 22:33:11
Rating: 5
Comment: Very delicious, the warm “taiyaki cone” and the cold ice cream go so well together. The ice cream itself is delicious, I don’t know how to describe it, but it tastes like icecream from my childhood in China. I had the strawberry mango, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a refreshing summer flavor!

Name: G*******
Date: 2023-06-24 22:27:04
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent spot for high quality taiyaki. Their ice cream flavors are delicious and there are many choices.I appreciate how they have a few preset options you could choose and then a “make your own” option as well. They’re also super accommodating if you choose a preset one and change toppings - they don’t charge you to change!There is no space in the restaurant, and with how crowded it gets, you’ll be standing next to a bunch of people.There isn’t any close seating, so be prepared to stand outside and eat.

Name: s****** s*****
Date: 2023-06-04 19:56:09
Rating: 5
Comment: OMG their ice creams are soo creamy and has perfect sweetness. The waffle shaped as fish is so fresh crispy on the outside and soft inside. We ordered the strawberry mango soft serve. The strawberry flavor was an absolute hit.The soufflé pancakes are delicious, so fluffy and not too sweet. They are served with a very cute little waffle shaped like a fish.

Name: A***** B*******
Date: 2023-06-04 06:30:33
Rating: 5
Comment: A very unique experience here. You cannot go wrong with any flavor here. We got the chocolate this time and it was delicious and the waffle was perfectly crispy and doughy inside.The staff is extremely polite and very friendly and the store is super clean. They accept credit cards, which is a plus.

Name: M***** M
Date: 2023-06-02 12:59:56
Rating: 4
Comment: Delicious ice cream with a twist. Nice to try something new and a bit different! Loved the fish shaped cone 👌 I do wish it had its own space outside or even a bit more space inside to enjoy it though instead of just eating it on the street. Will still go back to try other flavours though 😋 perfect for a little break when you’re out shopping in summer.

Name: g** !
Date: 2023-05-19 17:56:48
Rating: 5
Comment: • #5 beach, please (strawberry & mango) - i customized this. changed the red bean to custard and asked for mochi instead of coconut flakes. the taiyaki itself was hot and crispy, getting to the custard bit was like getting to the choco part of an ice cream cone.notespicture taken by my friend. the space was insanely adorable. as for the service, the girl at the front was a little lost when i asked for substitutions but i’m always patient when it comes to service workers. overall, give it a try!

Name: r**** b***
Date: 2023-05-15 01:07:53
Rating: 5
Comment: This is a cult Japanese ice cream shop with fish shaped cones.Appears on many lists of most instagrammed desserts and ice cream shops.Lines can be long, plan ahead. Would recommend the vanilla with strawberry topping.

Name: C******* L**
Date: 2023-04-21 15:49:08
Rating: 5
Comment: The fish come out wonderful and crispy, the custard light and not too sugary, topped with wonderful ice cream in a variety of flavors!Had a great time grabbing a bite as soon as they opened.

Name: N******* K*****
Date: 2023-04-08 01:36:19
Rating: 5
Comment: I have been seeing pictures of this place all over my instagram so I thought why not and let me tell you, I was not disappointed. The soft serve comes in different shape of cone and tastes really good. We ordered straight out of Japan and beach please. Both were really good.

Name: C**** S
Date: 2023-04-04 17:34:59
Rating: 5
Comment: A fun treat for the whole family!For those with nut allergies - note that the Taiyaki (fish cone) is made with almonds. You can still get ice cream/toppings in a cup or waffle cone - which is what my kid did since they have a nut allergy. The red bean taiyaki & vanilla ice cream was refreshing and a nice break from shopping and touring all day! We were lucky to get there with no lines, although it filled up quickly after us.

Name: A***** D***
Date: 2023-03-29 18:40:09
Rating: 5
Comment: Oh my goodness this place is freaking awesome! I had seen the hazelnut filled cone on Instagram and was so excited to try it. And let me say, it did not disappoint. The cone was so delicious. I got mango ice cream which surprisingly did not taste artificial at all! I loved it. Service was lovely. I did get condensed milk as a drizzle and they put barely any of it on the ice cream though so its not really worth it for that. But otherwise its super yummy and I highly recommend it!

Name: J**** P***
Date: 2023-03-10 00:36:26
Rating: 4
Comment: Delicious and creative soft serving of ice cream! Who knew that macha makes for a good ice cream? 😊 The fish waffle for the ice cream is at least as impressive as the ice cream itself with a nice chocolate surprise at the end 😋5 stars for the flavor and service, but 4 stars because its a bit overpriced.

Name: J******* C***
Date: 2023-03-08 02:43:20
Rating: 4
Comment: The bear cake was pre-made and dry, though super cute. We were the only ones at the shop and would have loved a fresh one. Both the strawberry and mango soft serve were delicious.

Name: N******* C****
Date: 2023-02-14 23:44:17
Rating: 4
Comment: Taiyaki is a classic Japanese street food that takes the shape of a fish and stuff with all kinds of filling.Taiyaki NYC takes that concept and incorporates it with their ice cream. In my opinion its another novelty dessert here in NYC thats awesome for pictures and to show off to your friends. In other words. Its perfect for Instagram.The ice cream is good! We got the Matcha and Hojicha flavors, and our taiyaki was stuffed with hazelnut. Our taiyaki was a bit over cooked and more crunchy than fluffy.

Name: M**** R****
Date: 2023-01-27 02:57:41
Rating: 4
Comment: Fluffy, soft and delicious, I loved it!! They had many options from were to chose, and it took less than 5 minutes to get my order. They werent accepting cash though.

Name: F********* g*
Date: 2023-01-21 15:24:23
Rating: 5
Comment: It’s my favorite spot in Manhattan to get Matcha Ice cream!!!! I love this place!!!!! If you are in Manhattan, you like matcha, red bean, you like ice cream make sure you visit this place!!!!!

Name: A***** C****
Date: 2023-01-10 23:06:56
Rating: 5
Comment: This taiyaki and ice cream shop is well worth the trek into Chinatown. I got the #4 taiyaki ice cream with a swirl of matcha and genmaicha ice cream. It was obviously made in-store, creamy, and delicious. Also makes for a great picture!

Name: M****** N***
Date: 2023-01-05 03:19:21
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious! Is a word that was popping up in my head. There are long line but moves fast . I got Green tea match and oreo topping. it was fun eating ice cream and waffle is still crispy outside and soft inside.

Name: J**** w*** D*******
Date: 2022-12-21 22:33:58
Rating: 5
Comment: Too good to bè deliciousness.. mangoes and strawberries.. ice cream.. every layer I’m enjoyed.. the red beans bottom layer that was amazingly delicious.

Name: F******** T****
Date: 2022-12-06 11:08:18
Rating: 5
Comment: Soft-serve Japanese magic! This ice cream tastes delicious, super flavorful and not heavy. Give this spot a try and you’ll definitely be back and you’ll bring someone to share this great dessert

Name: E*** S*********
Date: 2022-11-14 02:29:02
Rating: 5
Comment: The ice cream itself is vey regular. Don’t get me wrong, it’s delicious, but it’s eventually a soft serve… but the cone… that was a yummy surprise. Totally worth it!

Name: R** K*****
Date: 2022-11-11 07:13:30
Rating: 5
Comment: In short,If you like soft-serve, you’re gona “melt” for this ice cream.With a bit more detail,Tiny shop but clean and makes it very easy for whoever is not familiar with this style/type of ice cream to order.Needless to say it was delicious, but what was the most impressive was not the ice cream itself, but the fish cone. Soo good. At the bottom it becomes like a pancake so adding the melting ice cream makes it a very yummy treat. Come get some.

Name: I*******
Date: 2022-10-01 23:05:43
Rating: 4
Comment: The matcha ice cream was really good and the dough of the taiyaki was very crisp. The red bean filling could have had a bit less sugar and instead more red bean flavour. The service was friendly.

Name: C******** L**
Date: 2022-09-13 13:40:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Fun idea, delicious soft serve and delicious taiyaki! I knew about this concept since many years ago when I saw their booth at a food bazaar somewhere in mid/uptown but their line was insanely long and I never got to try it. after so long, finally got around to getting some and it’s very good! I tried the matcha/hojicha soft serve and my friend got the strawberry/mango one. They ice cream flavors are very good, esp the tea ones! It’s not overwhelmingly sweet. The taikyaki pancake is good too, and the red beans are inside the bottom of the taikyaki. They also sell mochi doughnuts which are also quite delicious. I love the chewy texture. Would recommend you try this place if you’re in the area!

Name: M*
Date: 2022-08-23 03:37:34
Rating: 5
Comment: I got the simple taiyaki with custard filling, it was just as you would expect! Good texture, hot, sweet but not overpowering custard. Nice staff, I saw ice cream orders and they are so pretty

Name: M***** P*****
Date: 2022-08-21 03:19:39
Rating: 5
Comment: The best ice cream I’ve ever had seriously! It’s more than just an ice cream, they even have warm custard/red bean paste filling at the bottom which is the best part. Loved it and highly recommend it.

Name: B**** S*****
Date: 2022-08-13 21:41:29
Rating: 5
Comment: Great soft ice cream served in a redbean or custard filled taiyaki cone! Went here after dinner and shared one amongst 3 of us and it was great! I definitely plan on coming back somewhat regularly for ice cream.

Name: K******* N*** E*****
Date: 2022-08-05 19:11:52
Rating: 5
Comment: So delicious and the person taking our order was super sweet as we tried decide what we wanted. It was our first Taiyaki experience and we loved it! Warm cone with red bean paste filling was delicious with the matcha soft serve. The place wasnt too busy so we were able to eat it indoors, which was necessary since its so hot out that the soft serve would melt quickly.

Name: K**** X**
Date: 2022-08-02 22:06:12
Rating: 5
Comment: This is one of my favorite ice creams spots! Their ice creams are so deliciously sweet and creamy. Their fish waffle cone is crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. There’s red bean paste at the bottom of the cone and it’s just amazingly good. Go try it out for yourself!

Name: c****
Date: 2022-08-02 21:03:54
Rating: 5
Comment: Great japanese ice cream on a hot day. The ice cream cone equivalent of the taiyaki is the perfect mix of a cone and cake. It’s very soft and sweet. They offer a variety of shapes of the cake cone. You can customize your ice cream to your liking, and it’s super photogenic

Name: N***** S*******
Date: 2022-07-31 23:36:17
Rating: 5
Comment: I have way too many good things to say about this place. We got a Matcha in Roasted matcha taiyaki ice cream. The ice cream was sooo delicious. I also got a matcha iced latte and it was so delicious very very authentic matcha taste. Only con that I have is that my iced matcha latte had few chunks of matcha that tasted very bitter!🤍🍵

Name: J****** W***
Date: 2022-07-29 08:55:56
Rating: 5
Comment: I have been coming here ever since they opened and it will always hold a special place in my heart. The ice cream and desserts and sweets they serve are always absolutely amazing. The taiyaki is made fresh and the ice cream is so good. In these pictures are the mango strawberry and matcha hojicha, as well as an ube slush, and all of them were so delectable and so yummy. It’s also so colorful and I love how you can choose your own toppings. I just wish there was a proper seating area.

Name: A***** D*****
Date: 2022-07-20 23:03:25
Rating: 5
Comment: I went here to try the ice cream bc it looks so cute in the fish waffle cone. I wasn’t expecting anything spectacular but OMG the vanilla was sooo incredibly good! I will come here on the regular for it.. the place is small and can easily be missed but it’s such amazing ice cream!

Name: S G
Date: 2022-07-15 11:51:29
Rating: 5
Comment: Looks amazing and tastes amazing!The mango and strawberry ice cream has beautiful fruity flavors and the taiyaki has red beans in it at the bottom. Just lovely.

Name: C******** D******
Date: 2022-07-09 12:52:09
Rating: 5
Comment: One of my favorite spots to visit every time I visit Chinatown! Glad to see it survived the pandemic.This small but mighty spot is the perfect place to enjoy something sweet and feel like you are truly enjoying a little slice of Asian culture. I always try something new when I go but the consistently delicious freshly baked fish shaped cones are warm and satisfying regardless of what toppings are inside.Worth a stop to take the day or treat yourself when you want a pick me up, rain or shine.🍦💛

Name: M* S********
Date: 2022-07-09 01:19:14
Rating: 5
Comment: Really amazing ice cream! The cookie bottom its served it, makes the experience, its like fried dough from the state fair meets vanilla heaven!

Name: m*** c**
Date: 2022-07-03 04:34:28
Rating: 4
Comment: The ice cream is super creamy but a bit too sweet and the taiyaki shell is very crispy. If I have to be picky, I didnt like that the red bean is at the bottom, wish there was some inside the ice cream.

Name: R****
Date: 2022-06-27 20:00:42
Rating: 5
Comment: I was looking forward to visiting after finding the place online and it did not disappoint! The ice cream is delicious and the staff were very friendly and helpful. It was my first time trying the red bean paste and it was soo good! I would happily visit again.

Name: J***** Z***
Date: 2022-06-21 21:14:42
Rating: 4
Comment: Great spot for a quick snack. I came here before and I really want to try the fluffy pancakes to be able to give a full review. Overall the taiyaki are nice, but a little overpriced. You pay almost $10 for a machine made ice cream on top of a fish shaped waffle. Good looking, but the flavour and texture isn’t so worth it in my opinion.I would recommend trying it. The fish is very cute

Name: S**** M**
Date: 2022-06-20 22:03:57
Rating: 5
Comment: I was invited to an event here and I didn’t know what to expect. These ice cream fish cones are too good to be true: delicious and cute! I was overwhelmed with the flavors because I wanted to try them all. The ice cream specialist offered samples to try various soft serve flavors and explained how each tasted. It was a plus to have the staff be knowledgable because certain days you are in the mood for something sweet, tarty or chocolate-y. I ordered the Straight Outta Japan, a matcha and hojicha ice cream swirl, simple yet packed with a bang. I was debating between that one and the Unicorn Tyaika, but opted for a simpler version. This means I am definitely come back to stay cool for the next coming summer months. I am so happy I chose such the swirl because it was delicious! It wasn’t too sweet at all and the surprise at the end is the read bean as you take the bite out of the fish cone. What a fun combination of matcha, hojicha and red bean. The accruements of rainbow mocha and wafer stick was icing on the cake.

Name: R**** J*
Date: 2022-06-19 04:00:18
Rating: 5
Comment: Taiyaki NYC is an ice cream shop. it serves up sweet crispy fish-shaped waffles filled with rich and smooth soft serve ice cream, drizzled with syrup and topped with a variety of toppings. opted for the Signature Matcha Taiyaki: a taiyaki waffle filled with smooth rich thick matcha ice cream, red bean paste and drizzled atop with strawberry syrup and topped with matcha powder, and rainbow mochi. the matcha ice cream is sweet but still tastes like matcha; the strawberry syrup adds an additional bit of sweetness; the waffle is soft yet crisp on the outside, and the Mochi and matcha powder are nice flavorful aesthetic topping to the dessert.while nothing cures hot weather quite like ice cream treats, Taiyakis offerings are not just any old simple ice cream dessert. it is Taiyaki NYCs commitment to high-quality ingredients and consistency which is why people love the eats and keep coming back beyond the desserts eye-catching pics on social media.the shop itself is fairly small. it is very much is grab-n-go which works bc the Taiyaki travels well as a snack for walks downtown. the interior is clean, brightly lit, and modern. theres a variety of signature ice cream Taiyaki options or you can build your own. the shop got pretty crowded fairly quickly when i was there on Saturday...yet orders rolled out quickly and smoothly without a hitch. the vibe is very upbeat and energetic and that comes through in the presentation and product.staff are courteous and efficient.

Name: k**** n*********
Date: 2022-06-19 01:13:22
Rating: 4
Comment: Taiyaki is famous for its fish-shaped Japanese waffle that is chewy on the inside and crispy on the outside. It’s absolutely delicious. It is a fish-shaped cake, made of batter that resembles waffle batter.

Name: K*****
Date: 2022-06-11 14:42:35
Rating: 4
Comment: Absolutely delicious and creamy ice cream! Really liked the hojicha and matcha mix rather than the just hojicha one since the hojicha is a bit on the bitter side. They don’t sell individual taiyakis on the weekend though :(

Name: E**** S*****
Date: 2022-06-02 15:13:49
Rating: 4
Comment: Cute for the novelty. Decent ice cream - the green tea ice cream was good, but the vanilla wasn’t creamy and didn’t have much flavor. The cone had a custard filling too. Tasted good enough for the price but probably wouldn’t get it more than once.

Name: A****** B***
Date: 2022-05-29 21:24:15
Rating: 4
Comment: Making me melt@taiyakinyc has a few locations around the city, and they have another here in Chicsgo @taiyakichicago . I was able to snag this cone a few years ago in Bryant Park when they had a pop up tent. They were only serving a few options at the pop up and I got to try one of their signatures - the matcha ice cream in a red bean taiyaki cone with strawberry drizzle, rainbow mochi, and a wafer stick. Definitely an Instagram worthy treat!

Name: A*** G*******
Date: 2022-05-21 23:52:00
Rating: 4
Comment: Went in to try thier pancakes with some Match on top of it and it was just a very delicious treat, although I tasty to much of the egg whites it was still a tasty treat. Will come back.

Name: S***** T***
Date: 2022-05-21 21:36:05
Rating: 5
Comment: 2018Mar. The Easter weekend. The staff kept the line moving and there we so many flavors and ways to have this wonderful Japanese ice cream experience. Not a long wait. The trip from MD to NYC was well worth it. You’ll be glad you stopped in. Check it out!!

Name: A*** N*****
Date: 2022-05-16 01:58:22
Rating: 5
Comment: I love taiyaki and this place is a great place to grab it! The soft serve flavor was delicious and the taiyaki itself was cooked great and went to well with the red bean.

Name: N******** D*****
Date: 2022-05-07 18:21:32
Rating: 5
Comment: Absolutely amazing ice cream and served in a super cute fashion. The fish waffle is absolutely adorable and worth the hype to me. The soft serve itself is also delicious and much better than others i’ve had.I got the matcha and vanilla swirl and it was delicious. It came with a stick of mini mochis and a chocolate straw that was fun to dip into. The base of the fish also had a ton of red bean that was delicious as well. I definitely recommend coming here, it’s worth it!!!

Name: S***** I
Date: 2022-05-05 18:28:51
Rating: 5
Comment: Simple and delicious. Had #2 (chocolate) with custard and it was really good. There’s not a lot of custard in the bottom but whatever’s there is good. Some people thought it was cash only, which is not the case

Name: A** L**
Date: 2022-03-28 23:22:14
Rating: 5
Comment: They make the best ice cream. It tasted soooo delicious. 10/10 I would visit again! ❤️😁

Name: N*****
Date: 2021-12-17 23:06:52
Rating: 5
Comment: Got to meet Rilakkuma. The ice cream is very tasty but pricey. Its a nice treat however

Name: A***** N** (*****
Date: 2021-10-16 23:31:55
Rating: 4
Comment: Tayaki wasnt super fresh, but the ice cream itself was very creamy! The red bean paste for the tayaki was awesome as well.Not a lot of seating available, only a small bench and table outside and nothing indoors. Went there on a Saturday at 630pm and there was no line.Staff was very friendly!

Name: B*****
Date: 2021-10-09 16:14:48
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious!I went to try the pancakes, took the classic ice cream, so Ill have to visit again.The cone is delicious, wafle like.Yhe ice cream isnt overly sweet and the oreo powder gives a nice flavour.If you pass near by, give this place a try!

Name: M***** M*****
Date: 2021-10-03 15:51:57
Rating: 5
Comment: It was a fun & delicious experience. Tried the #4 out Japan w custard instead of red bean. The mango was tasty. The best part is its not overly sugary.

Name: C****** T*****
Date: 2021-09-26 01:40:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Everything was top of the line from the customer service to the food itself. I had the matcha and classic pancakes, which are only available on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 AM to 2 PM, as well as one of the unicorn ice creams with a red bean taiyaki. Saw it on Food Insider, it not only lived up to the hype, but exceeded it.

Name: A*******
Date: 2021-09-25 12:47:17
Rating: 5
Comment: This is a great place to visit with friends! The staff were all so friendly and despite the long line we all got our taiyaki super fast. The ice cream was delicious, the matcha flavor is unmatched. Would definitely visit again!

Name: Y***** V** L**
Date: 2021-09-13 05:47:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Best soft serve ice cream Ive had in a while. Ordered their build your own (photo attached). Long line but efficient staff so it went by quick.

Name: C**** V*******
Date: 2021-09-03 23:30:09
Rating: 4
Comment: I like the ice cream, it was really delicious but, the taiyaki was just good; I didn’t like it that much because the Taro inside the cone wasn’t really good. You can’t dine in but, you have a little chair outside to take your ice cream.

Name: S****** S*****
Date: 2021-09-01 18:13:34
Rating: 4
Comment: Ice creams are good. Strawberry Mango is my favorite but I like Matcha as well. The red bean paste in the end with the fish cone and a bit of ice cream is my favorites. Vibes are cool

Name: G***** E******
Date: 2021-08-30 05:14:13
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious Japanese Ice Cream. You are definitely in for a treat with their affordable waffle fish designed cones.You won’t regret it. Highly recommend visiting and enjoying some Taiyaki.

Name: E*** F**********
Date: 2021-08-24 23:03:52
Rating: 5
Comment: Unicorn taiyaki - Those first few bites at the top were delicious, among my favorite bites of any ice cream ever. I shouldve asked what those pieces in it actually were. Im rounding this review up to 5 stars for that. The base was also satisfying, and seemed more freshly made than when I had a similar dessert at BBF.Mochi donuts - I tried the black sesame and oreo dream. Both tasted fresh. I appreciated that they tasted distinctly different. Personally preferred the oreo flavor.I tried buying the donuts with cash and was told its card only, which surprised me.

Name: J***** R******
Date: 2021-08-16 22:46:56
Rating: 5
Comment: I’m not much of a dessert person but this little, adorable, ice cream shop made me a fan. I got the unicorn vanilla ice cream, in the fish shaped cone. It was delicious and not too overly sweet.

Name: S******* L********
Date: 2021-08-11 23:56:09
Rating: 5
Comment: I had the fluffy pancakes and it was good but it will take a while for them to make it on your order. Don’t be discouraged by the line outside, everyone usually gets ice cream and there is a separate line for cash.

Name: a***** d******
Date: 2021-07-31 02:31:46
Rating: 5
Comment: One of the best icecream in NYC. Very nice presentation of the cone. Staff is super nice. I tried the match green tea unicorn in fish cone and chocolate vanilla in bear cone. Mochi Donuts are also top notch. Overall great experience.

Name: C**** L**
Date: 2021-07-27 16:40:49
Rating: 5
Comment: Went here for the first time on Sunday and I loved it! There was no line and the ice cream came out quickly. We got the matcha and hojicha swirl topped with rainbow sprinkles and mochi in a Rilakkuma cone. It was adorable and tasted great. Stop by if you’re in Chinatown—it’s a great place to pick up some dessert.

Name: O***** K******
Date: 2021-07-18 22:52:09
Rating: 5
Comment: Very good ice-cream texture. Employees were very nice & friendly. I tried their Famous matcha Japan ice-cream. If you like matcha, you will love this ice cream, if you dont, then dont order it. Order another flavor... They have a variety of flavors to choose from. The cone was yummy!

Name: F****** s****
Date: 2021-06-22 03:31:19
Rating: 5
Comment: Honestly I thought this place was going to be OK and all about the social media pictures. After tasting the icecream though I can honestly say this place is well worth the visit and isnt just for the cool Instagram pictures. The strawberry mango was amazingggg!! A must visit! Icecream on a fish is $8 with 1 free syrup of your choosing and 2 free toppings of your choosing.

Name: A***** L**
Date: 2021-05-14 15:21:09
Rating: 5
Comment: Its nice and clean I went right around when they opened and the donuts werent available at that time yet, going to go back at a different time for them. I got the straight outta japan taiyaki and the icecream was so good! The staff were so nice and gave ne time when the donuts would be out. Just a reminder that they usually take electronic pay and if youre going to pay with cash you should have an exact amount because the cashier might not have enough change.

Name: W****** C
Date: 2021-05-08 23:49:39
Rating: 5
Comment: Wowwwww!!!!! You would think that icecream is always the same wherever you go but NO!!!!!! It is NOT!!!First, I LOVED my Unicorn icecream because to me it was very unique, first time I see someone putting in the effort to really make it look like an unicorn.Almost didnt want to eat mine. Ha ha!Second, the taste was incredible!! The icecream was extremely creamy, the sprinkles were DELICIOUS, the unicorn ears and horn were HEAVENLY, the combination was a sweet great one but not overwhelming, which makes it PERFECT.The cone was something else, very crispy yet so soft!! I really liked the taste of it and the surprise it had in the bottom of the cone. I didnt really read what was on it, so came to the store and simply asked for the Unicorn Taiyaki with vanilla icecream and when it was almost over I was surprised to see it had this creamy sweet thing that I couldnt figure out what it was, after me and my boyfriend devoured the whole thing within less than 3 minutes I went on to read the menu and found out it was red bean... yesss, red bean on an icecream, and it was REALLY GOOD TOO!!!!!!!!!I WILL DEFINITELY BE BACK!!!!!!!!

Name: M*** K**
Date: 2021-05-08 19:26:42
Rating: 5
Comment: The soft ice cream was really good. The bottom cone part was surprisingly good. Not warm but still had a little bit of crunch and it was tasty. One had red bean in it which I love and the other chocolate one had custard in it. Really nice dessert and the ice cream and the taiyaki mix is just fantastic. I would come back for more.

Name: Y*
Date: 2021-05-07 22:06:54
Rating: 5
Comment: Got my first Taiyaki ever here and have absolutely no regrets! in fact, it was so good I came back the next day to get another one... this little guy is not only cute, but also scrumptious! its around $9 for one, but its super filling and definitely shareable! i made my own and got the custard taiyaki with hojicha + matcha swirl ice cream, condensed milk, and two mochi sticks! the ice cream had a super strong roasted tea taste and was light, fluffy/creamy (does this make sense??), and smooth, and the taiyaki was crispy and lightly chewy. The mochi was a bit hard but honestly i didnt mind it too much because the rest of the dessert was so good!! yet another dessert that isnt too sweet for me!

Name: A***** L
Date: 2021-05-06 04:49:54
Rating: 5
Comment: Come here if youre in the mood for a nice, refreshing summer treat. Here, they use the taiyaki (fish-shaped waffle) in lieu of a cone for your soft serve ice cream.You can either choose from their 7 signature taiyaki soft serves or build your own. The last time I was here, I ended up choosing from their signature taiyakis, the #5 “Beach, Please” (partly because the name made me chuckle, heh). The #5 had strawberry and mango ice cream swirl, coconut flakes and was served in a custard taiyaki cone.I absolutely loved it! Strawberry and mango are flavors that go really well together. It did not taste like traditional ice cream but more like sorbet. Very refreshing and light. And the taiyaki cone was perfect. It was obviously made fresh, was still slightly warm and had a wonderful crunchy exterior. The custard filling gave it an extra taste layer as well. I thought the overall presentation was so very cute and the result was a great dessert.

Name: A*** G*********
Date: 2021-05-04 21:30:09
Rating: 5
Comment: This place is so awesome! Probably the best Japanese ice cream 🍦 in NYC. 🗽 They have a wide variety of Instagram-worthy 📸 cones and flavors (matcha green tea, black sesame, and more). I wish they had more seating!

Name: A***** R********
Date: 2021-04-28 16:27:37
Rating: 5
Comment: I have been wanting to go here for years and I just happened to be in the neighborhood, so I had to finally try it! I was not disappointed; do you see how cute this dessert is?! You’d be crazy not to want this. They had so many combinations to choose from, but I needed unicorn ice cream in my life. They also have fluffy pancakes that I’ll be going back to try!

Name: N***** M********
Date: 2021-04-18 20:33:33
Rating: 5
Comment: The ice cream cones are so good here - but bring extra napkins (maybe even wet wipes). Loved the custard at the bottom. My Daughter loved the unicorn cone.

Name: J*** L
Date: 2021-04-17 22:33:48
Rating: 5
Comment: This ice-cream shop is top notch with really good soft served ice-cream. You can customize it with many of their toppings. The cone melts in your mouth perfectly.

Name: S******* T******
Date: 2020-12-16 02:47:17
Rating: 5
Comment: Taiyaki NYC has been on my to try list for roughly a year and I finally made it there last night! I was not disappointed!I had the Matcha Better and my kids customized their orders. One has choco vanilla swirl with caramel, crushed Oreos and a wafer stick in a red bean taiyaki, and the other had a cup with chocolate ice cream, 🍫 drizzle, a wafer stick and crushed Oreos. The ice cream is SO creamy and the Taiyaki is warm, filling and chewy like a waffle. The flavors matched up really well.Yes, the price is a bit high for the portion size. However with that being said, it is quite filling and it is so delicious that it is worth it. Very tasty treat!Service was easy, friendly and speedy. Shop was clean. Decor was cute and memorable. Very photo friendly environment.***Visited again: 12/13/2020. Another hit! 5 stars! Tried the Japanese and Beach Please which is strawberry and mango swirl. Awesome!! Delicious!! 😋 😋 😋!! Kids loved the vanilla and chocolates too! Adding more pictures!

Name: E**** O***
Date: 2020-11-03 10:17:48
Rating: 5
Comment: Best Ice cream I ever had in years! 🍨. I recomend to get the pancakes 🥞. There should be more space in the store its kinda crowded. But I love the costumer service, its very smooth and they serve you in no time!

Name: E***** Y*****
Date: 2020-10-25 17:40:53
Rating: 4
Comment: I tried the classic red bean and custard taiyaki! Not too sweet and the bread was very fluffy. Fast service! I personally prefer taiyaki where the outside is a little crunchy but this was more of a soft cake texture. Still great!

Name: J******** A
Date: 2020-08-14 20:51:22
Rating: 5
Comment: Super fast service. The ice cream melted pretty fast so be prepared to eat it quickly. I am not the biggest fan of soft serve but it wasnt too bad and the waffle cone was crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I would come back to try a more creative flavor.

Name: C***** J******
Date: 2020-07-31 23:21:08
Rating: 5
Comment: Ah so matcha betta!Japanese Matcha Icecream ontop of a fish shaped cone called taiyaki! The cone is filled with sweet red bean paste at the bottom! Very yummy. During this time of Covid 19, you are only able to see the menu from outside pay by the door and then given your choice of icecream flavor. Japanese icecream is a lot less sweet than American icecream. Overall veryy yummy. Highly recommend!

Name: J********* T*********
Date: 2020-01-24 12:06:22
Rating: 5
Comment: After having Taiyaki from a different store in San Jose, we were excited to come here in New York.We came here twice. The first time we got the unicorn specialty Taiyaki. We enjoyed it, but I have to say I was a little disappointed in their flavors. The only filling options were custard and red bean paste. The ice cream flavor options seemed more American tailored (strawberry, mango, etc).We had heard a lot about the souflee pancakes, but we didnt realize they only have them Friday-Sunday from 11am-2pm. We came back the next day to get them.They were amazing. The were huge fluffy pancakes. Im not a huge pancake fan, but these light fluffy pancakes were great. I would definitely come back for these.I think this place is definitely worth a stop while in NYC.

Name: J**** F*****
Date: 2019-12-28 14:13:19
Rating: 5
Comment: Good ice cream but not incredibly unusual. Staff was super nice and gave us real suggestions. Fish cones are similar to pancake waffles. I recommend getting the custard filling over the red bean. Fun experience, family loved it.

Name: E********** o* S*****
Date: 2019-12-05 16:24:53
Rating: 5
Comment: The red bean Taiyaki cones are so delicious! They have a custard filling which melts in your mouth after youre done with your ice cream swerve on the top. truly worth a visit!

Name: D*** B********
Date: 2019-10-08 00:57:10
Rating: 5
Comment: This ice cream tastes delicious ! Not only that, but you also get a delicious ‘waffle’ tasty fish cone. While this was $8, it was completely a shareable size if you didn’t feel like eating it alone! Overall this was delicious! I’ll definitely get this again when I’m in the mood for good matcha ice cream

Name: M****** C***
Date: 2019-09-10 19:15:59
Rating: 5
Comment: Wow! Def a must try if you love matcha! I tried one of their top sellers and it was amazing! Will come back for sure. However, keep in mind that it is a ‘to go’ kind of place since there is limited sitting area and it is a tiny place.

Name: C******** L
Date: 2019-09-09 15:01:11
Rating: 5
Comment: SUCH A COOL LITTLE SHOP. There are a bunch of different things to try and I cannot wait to go back. I heard they have the best soufflé pancakes so that is next on my list of things to try. Their ice cream is so delicious and not overwhelmingly sweet. I had mango and strawberry flavored ice cream. I had a small concern at first because I’m not too keen on super sweet foods but it was perfect. Eating it can get a little messy, especially on a hot summer day, but grab a couple of napkins and you’ll be fine. The little surprise of red bean paste at the bottom of the pastry/cone is weirdly refreshing and I was excited to get to that part. One hundred percent coming back here to try more.

Name: R******
Date: 2019-09-02 02:53:47
Rating: 4
Comment: Super crowded dessert shop. $9 unicorn taiyaki with vanilla ice cream. Average ice cream. You come here for the popular photo. Pretty desserts. Decent service. The cashier was patient taking orders and the people in the back were pretty efficient with making the orders. There was a lot of people and only a small bench area to sit.Not sure what the horn and ears were made of, maybe a sugar but had a chewy mochi texture too, idk didnt have a flavor I could detect. the fish shape cone was warm and soft, a bread/waffle texture. Ice cream melted quicker than expected even though it wasn’t super hot out. I enjoyed the red bean filling at the bottom towards the tail. Not worth going out of the way for, but if you are in the mood for a sweet treat, go for it! They do require a $10 minimum for using cards by the way.

Name: J***** P
Date: 2019-08-31 16:39:34
Rating: 5
Comment: Finally got to try these! Waited on the line for about under 1 hour. So light and fluffy, very flavorful! Only $8! Much cheaper than other places here in NYC, & they were the first to bring it to NYC! Cant miss this or their unicorn floater taro bubble tea drink! Major noms!

Name: S***** D
Date: 2019-08-17 00:13:46
Rating: 4
Comment: What a crazy fun place! I love the different options and the fun ice creams! This place is a must go if you are in New York. With an amazing location, next to little Italy and China Town, you can find so many ice cream places, but this one you must go to! I love the fish cone! What you probable cant tell from just looking at it is that it is a soft waffle cone with a surprise at the bottom. If you decide to do a make your own you can chose either a creme/custard bottom or a red bean filling. The ice cream is good, but I loved the cone! And the toppings are so cute! I would reccomend coming here! Small location and usually pretty busy, but totally worth it!

Name: A** G
Date: 2019-08-10 13:52:34
Rating: 4
Comment: Ice cream was really good but there’s a $10 minimum for the card so I ended up spending more than I wanted to. Aside from that, I highly recommend it if you’re in the area and your sweet tooth is acting up !

Name: F****
Date: 2019-08-06 07:52:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Fun destination! Delicious Taiyaki—ice cream in a fish-shaped waffle cone.Small shop, but efficient.Someday I would like to try the fish-shaped pancakes.

Name: V******* M***
Date: 2019-07-27 23:48:57
Rating: 5
Comment: Great ice cream in a super cute egg based fish cone. Melts fast as the cone is warm so eat quickly. Update: came back for the fluffy pancakes but they are only available between 11-2 and take 15 minutes to make.

Name: V****** L***
Date: 2019-07-14 14:00:11
Rating: 5
Comment: Super cute ice cream! Totally worth waiting in line! The cones are filled with custard and the ice cream is rich and creamy! You need a photo of this on your Instagram if you’re visiting the city.

Name: B****** B****
Date: 2019-06-18 15:22:42
Rating: 5
Comment: This tiny, adorable shop offers quick service and a clean atmosphere. At busy times, the line goes out the door, and one of the Taiyaki workers directs the line. Theres very limited seating on the inside of the shop, but during hot summer days, its really the best option to stay inside so your soft serve doesnt melt too fast.Overwhelmed by all the people and the new-to-me menu, I missed the part where it says that the fish-shaped waffle cone is filled with red bean curd filling. It wasnt bad, but it was a surprise to me. The second visit (yes, we went back again) I opted for custard filling, which I enjoyed more. I also ordered the classic pancakes, and those were beyond delicious.Also, $8 for a cone is not cheap to me. But I guess, price is relative. The shop was very clean for being constantly filled with people.

Name: A K
Date: 2019-06-16 01:25:05
Rating: 4
Comment: The 2019 summer of nyc trend - go prepared to stand in line for at least 15 mins although it is well worth the wait. The service is express level. The ice cream is delicious and really fun to eat because of its cute shape. You do have to be prepared to eat it really quickly though otherwise you will have a mess on your hands. I had the matcha with a milk ice cream on a custard cone which was delicious.One thing I liked about them was that when a customer mistakenly dropped her ice cream, they gave her a new one. That’s good service in my books.

Name: A*** S**************
Date: 2019-05-12 23:26:16
Rating: 5
Comment: I love this place! Their ice cream is always amazing! Personally I only get the cones or cups because I find the fish cone melts too fast, but that doesnt make the experience any less fun. Taiyaki is a must go for soft serve. I make sure to stop by whenever I am in the neighborhood, no matter how full I am!

Name: B****** K******
Date: 2019-04-23 04:08:18
Rating: 5
Comment: My wife took me to this place two days back (04/20). I walked from City Hall subway station, it’s about 22 mins walk.With google maps it was easy to navigate.Ice cream being my favorite, I tried the classic vanilla on the “fish shape” cone. Co e being made with pancake it was nice to hold, it’s not the usual hard cone. Ice cream was delicious. My wife and I loved it!

Name: t********
Date: 2019-04-22 21:24:29
Rating: 4
Comment: Its a small store and you have to watch out careful or youll miss it. Its super cool they combine Japanese cake and ice cream together. Worth to try.

Name: T****** L***
Date: 2019-04-11 14:22:29
Rating: 4
Comment: Went only for the pancakes and did not disappoint! They were fantastic! Waiting in line was worth it. They were so good and fluffy and the little fish with the red bean in it was good too. The flow of the shop was difficult with so many people. I was happy overall but found it unprofessional to see 2 out of the 5 there texting. There were large amounts of people waiting and I just found it rude to be on your phone like that.

Name: Y**** H***
Date: 2019-03-31 21:03:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Somewhat of a novelty experience, but still delicious and memorable. The waffle fish cone was the best part! Filled with custard rather than the red bean, it was warm and crunchy. The unicorn horns and ears were adorable and the sprinkles tasted like very sugary. The ice cream itself was delicious and complemented the cone well. I wish I was hungry enough to have both pancakes and ice cream because the pancakes looked extra fluffy and yummy!

Name: J******* L** D******
Date: 2019-03-30 19:41:33
Rating: 5
Comment: Got there 20 mins before open...pancakes are delicious and incredibly fluffy! Loved the ice cream cone. I wish they moved faster, not sure I’d wait more than 20 minutes. The line after us was incredibly long so plan accordingly.

Name: A******** D*****
Date: 2019-03-24 20:21:51
Rating: 5
Comment: We went there specifically for the Japanese jiggly pancakes. We arrived about 10 mins before opening and there was a line already. They let people in the shop in smaller batches as the place itself is very small and there aren’t tables to sit down. We waited about 45 mins before we got in and tried both the original fluffy pancakes w/ butter, maple syrup and whipped cream and the matcha one too- both were equally delicious, very filling but not heavy on the stomach which is great. Can’t wait to go back to try the fish-cone ice creams as well.

Name: L*** F**
Date: 2019-03-24 03:53:28
Rating: 5
Comment: The jiggly souffle pancake trend, made famous in the streets of Shibuya tokyo finally makes its way to NYC. Having just recently had this in Japan, I have been craving these fluffy pancakes for the better part of the year, so when I heard that Taiyaki started serving them, I made sure to get my butt up early Saturday morning to avoid the lines. I got both the matcha and regular with maple butter to share! Both were delicious but the regular with maple butter was my favorite!

Name: C****** L*
Date: 2019-03-17 17:47:04
Rating: 4
Comment: Certainly a unique and innovative experience. The red-bean filled pancake with matcha ice cream creation is very aesthetic and tastes great to boot. Luckily there wasnt much of a line when we went. If you can find a time where it isnt busy I would recommend just checking it out once, but if theres a long line I would just skip it as you arent missing out on too much. Overall a great experience, but probably not worth if you have to wait a while.

Name: C***** J****
Date: 2019-03-14 15:19:27
Rating: 5
Comment: Lined up at 10:40 on a Saturday to get the new souffle pancakes and theyve changed my life. The fluffiest, jiggliest pancakes with gratuitous butter and syrup, still steaming. If theres space in the shop you can also watch them flipping them, which is cool. The ice cream and taiyaki cone are also amazing.

Name: J B
Date: 2019-03-05 00:12:29
Rating: 5
Comment: Small shop with so much foot traffic, it was worth the wait though. Their souffle pancakes are delicious, light and airy. If you are ever visiting China town this must be on your list of places to eat.

Name: S** M*******
Date: 2019-02-23 21:20:05
Rating: 5
Comment: My favorite place of all time, now with pancakes! Wait for the hype to die down before attempting but so worth it. Their ice cream is fantastic too, very light and fluffy!

Name: N** N****
Date: 2019-01-11 02:10:38
Rating: 4
Comment: Super friendly staff and a super clean place! But there a lot of clients and a very small caffe. There is no space to seat and eat your ice cream. So, my advice :-) take your delicious ice cream with a special paper glass with a good couple of napkins and enjoy!))

Name: H****** M*****
Date: 2019-01-03 03:08:10
Rating: 4
Comment: Awesome little spot for great photo ops! If you’re taking the Big Bus NYC tour, it’s just a couple blocks from the Chinatown stop. I’m so glad they had vegan iced cream (coconut flavor). The Black Sesame was also really tasty – almost like peanut butter! Service was fast and friendly. It was interesting to watch the short video on how the fish cones are made.

Name: F**** M*******
Date: 2018-12-27 14:19:35
Rating: 5
Comment: This place is hidden from a busy street and do not have very colorful signs so you will not know if it is a place you would like to go to. The location is small so when you come in it get can get tight depending if they are busy. The service is great and quick. Cleanliness of the place is good. The dessert was amazing after eating from Chinatown. A must to visit if you are in the area.

Name: b*******
Date: 2018-11-04 13:11:26
Rating: 5
Comment: First time in NYC and I was looking into going to Taiyaki! Omg it was so good! I got the regular Vanilla ice cream and they added some chocolate on top. I recommend it! They have so many flavors! The waffle is so soft and crunchy at the same time 😋

Name: D S
Date: 2018-11-01 04:57:11
Rating: 5
Comment: Some of the best soft serve ice cream in downtown Manhattan and the cones are amazing tasty and warm. This place is definitely worth the trip.

Name: N*** M*****
Date: 2018-10-15 01:03:33
Rating: 5
Comment: The cones are a delight - warm, fresh, and filled. The red bean was a nice ending to my green tea and black sesame ice cream. The black sesame seemed to take over the green tea though!

Name: A********** C********
Date: 2018-09-05 06:58:44
Rating: 5
Comment: Innovative concept. Icecream was okayish. Little too sweet for me but cant complain much. Staffs were friendly and service was quick. I would say its little expensive but then again its downtown. Little tiny place so not the place you can seat down. Would return again maybe. Give them a try. Worth it 🤗

Name: C******** B****
Date: 2018-09-01 02:32:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Awesome ice cream in such a unique way. This place is very popular and even though it was crowded service was quick and friendly. Highly recommend! Pictures show the classic and the unicorn.

Name: G***** Y*****
Date: 2018-08-14 21:59:54
Rating: 5
Comment: I was told by a friend to go here and I was not disappointed. Easily one of the memorable eating spots on my recent NY weekend. My daughter and I call it the best Ice Cream we ever had. The cone not only looks like a fish..it tastes like a cake!

Name: F**** L**
Date: 2018-08-10 20:17:38
Rating: 5
Comment: OMG the ice cream here is so cute! I had a great time here with my friends, just hanging out and eating our adorable ice cream. They were a bit expensive, but its sooooo worth it! I highly recommend trying it out.

Name: R***** F**** I*
Date: 2018-08-08 02:29:36
Rating: 5
Comment: Good ice cream, polite workers. The ice cream tasted good, the waffle fish part was moist yet firm and in the bottom had sweet red bean paste which was a nice touch on a fun dessert to eat.

Name: B***** E****
Date: 2018-07-28 17:19:38
Rating: 4
Comment: My ice cream was a little melted when I got it, but it was the hottest day. Lounge area to sit is nice, but can only sit about 7 people, including little ones.The ice cream concoction itself was fabulous. I thought the horn was plastic by eyes, but it was totally edible and SOFT. Gummy-like. I felt lucky to eat here.

Name: A****** C********
Date: 2018-07-03 15:20:08
Rating: 5
Comment: You will always manage to find interesting joints whenever u visit NY. This one was one of those. Saw post in Instagram and had to check it out. Glad we did. Very interesting way to serve ice cream. The fish shaped cone is made of special batter and has red bean paste in end.Personal recommendation: unicorn flavor with mochi stick

Name: A***** H
Date: 2018-05-20 23:31:55
Rating: 5
Comment: When worlds collide: soft serve ice cream and taiyaki! This is a wonderful gem tucked away between Little Italy and Chinatown. They serve a variety of soft serve ice cream in the taiyaki fishs mouth with a bunch of delectable toppings. There isnt much space to dine in and have your ice cream. I highly recommend this culinary delight!

Name: E**** G*****
Date: 2018-03-08 18:59:54
Rating: 5
Comment: After having the taiyaki here, Ill live a half life until I can get some where I live. Had the matcha and black sesame swirl in the fish with red bean filling-- Ill never forget the day. Honestly delicious, and definitely a cool look. The fish itself was tasty in its own right--- it was not merely less-gross ice cream cone. DEFINITELY going here every time I visit!

Name: J****** T*
Date: 2018-03-06 22:26:06
Rating: 5
Comment: Best Taiyaki cakes in the city with a red bean filling! The novelty doesnt stop there - they serve it with all different kinds of ice cream (matcha, taro, vanilla). And the toppings are fun, think sprinkles, Pocky sticks, Mochi, and cookie crumbles. The coolest part, you can order a shake or dessert cup served in their signature Unicorn Floaties!! So cute. And delicious! No gimmick here.

Name: s*** y*
Date: 2018-03-03 14:46:07
Rating: 5
Comment: Great place for dessert. The coldness of the vanilla ice cream paired well with the custard filled shell. Great place to get your basic Instagram pic

Name: B****** G****
Date: 2018-01-28 18:14:52
Rating: 5
Comment: The fish-cone dessert is not only pleasing to the eyes, but its just as satisfying on your taste buds. I tasted straight outta Japan and matcha better and both were perfect desserts. Even the cone tastes good. Highly recommend this place for desserts.

Name: L**** A* D
Date: 2018-01-06 01:07:14
Rating: 5
Comment: Cute little ice cream shop, and I emphasize little. This place can fit about 10 people max and seat about 6 comfortably. However, the ice cream is very good and the fish cone adds a unique and cultural twist on traditional soft serve. Overall, definitely a place to check out!!

Name: G**** T
Date: 2018-01-04 01:56:24
Rating: 5
Comment: No matter what the weather: rain, heat or even SNOW every time I go to the city I HAVE to stop by and get the yummy taiyaki!!!! My all time favorite stop.. This time is their special Unicorn Taiyaki made with vanilla and strawberry ice cream, sprinkles and candy ears and horn. Exchanged the normal red bean to cream taiyaki and tasted heavenly like always

Name: A****** E*****
Date: 2017-09-11 14:16:01
Rating: 5
Comment: Small but cute place! Ice cream was really good and so was the actual fish cone. It melts real fast though so eat it quick. I actually got the matcha cone and it was delicious. Definitely recommend

Name: W**** T***
Date: 2017-08-26 15:15:41
Rating: 4
Comment: Ive waited so long to try this place! Definitely worth going! Taste delicious! Pretty to look at too! I got the Straight out of Japan which is green tea, black sesame swirl in fish waffle stuffed with sweet red bean paste. The place is small and packed with people waiting to get the ice cream! You get your ice creams quickly 5-10min wait time! I recommend cash is quicker. Their credit line is slow and sometimes their machine doesnt read the card hence the longer wait. And just eat your ice cream outside. I didnt understand why some people like you eat inside. When everyone is like packing sardines in there!

Name: M****** C*****
Date: 2017-07-21 15:27:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Super fun! Its nothing fancy its ice cream but its a nice treat and great for pics ;) They have Japanese flavors as well as standard vanilla and chocolate. Seasonal flavors also available sometimes depends on holidays!

Name: K**** R*****
Date: 2017-07-09 21:07:00
Rating: 5
Comment: If I could only leave you with one sentence: it lives up to the hype.Everyone at the counter was super friendly from the moment we walked in - they gave us suggestions and offered samples if we wanted to try a flavor. Normally I would have tried one before going all in (I mean, whos had black sesame ice cream before?) but I committed to the Straight Outta Japan option and my boyfriend went with Classic.The Straight Outta Japan is a matcha sesame swirl, red bean filling inside the fish waffle cone, mochi and a wafer. I was a little hesitant but the sesame mixed with matcha was just the perfect amount of sweet and not too sweet, and the texture of the ice cream was amazing. When I finally got to the cone, it was much more thick than Id imagined. Then, paired with the red bean filling it was a little heavy especially after the HUGE amount of ice cream they give you. The cone was amazing though, so make sure you make it that far to try it out. The Classic is vanilla ice cream with custard filling, strawberry, wafer and chocolate drizzle. My boyfriend isnt a huge ice cream fan but he loved this.Lastly, the presentation. Im blown away that each and every cone this place sent out was BEAUTIFUL. Every single one is prepared to the same standard, probably because they know these things are made for Instagram.

Name: A***** N*******
Date: 2017-05-26 16:33:18
Rating: 4
Comment: There soft serve is very good, the sesame flavor is particularly strong and flavorful, very nutty and good, the actual waffle fish is crispy, I expected/hoped it would be more dense and chewy, and had a small dollop of red bean at the base. Overall, a nice treat on a hot day.

Name: B****** H****
Date: 2017-05-14 00:24:33
Rating: 5
Comment: Love this place! Would highly recommend! Its a small place, easy to miss but a real gem! You might argue that its a little pricey for ice cream ($7 for that fish cone) BUT I ASSURE YOU /ITS WORTH IT/ for the totally instagram-worthy dessert and because it tastes wonderful!You can just get a cone or just the ice cream but if this is just a one-time thing, GET THE FAMOUS FISH CONE. Theyve got several great options but you can also create your own--pick your ice cream, filling, toppings, and drizzle. All of this nestled prettily in a soft fish cone--its just the right amount for dessert.It can get a little busy but the line moves fairly quickly.Cash is preferred here but they might take card (my friend was able to card). Come prepared with cashPROTIP: the matcha ice cream melts less quickly than say the chocolate or vanilla

Name: F******** G***
Date: 2017-03-09 01:30:19
Rating: 4
Comment: When is the best time to go to a very popular, super tiny ice cream shop? On a day that is snowing like crazy. Yup. I have been sooo wanting to go to Taiyaki NYC for a while, but I know they usually have lines, so I waited until the right moment. When the moment called crazy snow came, off we went. Yes we are that kinds of nuts. The place is really small, I mean, if you blink, you will pass by without realizing it.The inside is really small, the kitchen area takes up a lot more space than the ordering and eating space. There is no table, just one wooden bench and another seating spot around the window. I say many total of six people can sit, and that is it.We ordered Straight Outta Japan and You’re Berry Lovely. They are all at $7. The more topping you add, the higher the price is going to become. All the Taiyaki comes with two toppings, so if you want to add more, it will cost you 50 cents per topping, which is pretty cheap (until you add gazillion of toppings). The ice creams were really good and tasty, almost surprisingly good! The “filling” is inside the Taiyaki, so it is not a large amount of filling.We also ordered their Croyaki, their version of cronut, I say. Croyaki also comes with a choice of filling, either custard or red bean. We chose custard filling. They are made to order, and took a good while for it to get ready.I was thinking that the middle part, the fish-shaped part to be more exact, will be the regular taiyaki with pancake-type dough. However, the entire thing was made with the croissant or puff pastry dough. The filling in the inside was not very much, which was a bit disappointing.I am happy I got to go for a visit. I enjoyed the cute, adorable ice cream, even though it was really cold that day… I would love to go back again for more of their picture perfect dessert! Read my full review of this shop and food on my food blog, foodlovergirl.

Name: A**** P
Date: 2016-11-04 20:23:51
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious! The fish cone is crispy, freshly made warm goodness. Their ice cream flavors are amazing! Loved that custard filling. Must try! The line moves fast so dont be scared of the line. Its totally worth the wait!

Name: L*** W*
Date: 2016-09-25 21:27:55
Rating: 5
Comment: Dont be scared of the line in front of the store. I didnt take a long time to get through of it and people work faster than you might think. Worth it to give a try! The fish came out fresh (warm), which makes the ice cream melt but it is how should be eaten- fresh.

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