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Best Ice Cream in Sawtelle Japantown

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

SomiSomi Soft Serve & Taiyaki 8.1
Sawtelle
Korean-influenced soft serve tucked into warm taiyaki cones, with swirls that aren’t too sweet and toppings that add real texture. It’s built for quick, photogenic indulgence and shareable snack breaks.
Must-Try Dishes: Ah-Boong (Milk + Matcha Swirl), Custard-Filled Taiyaki Cone, Ube Soft Serve
Scores:
Value: 8.2 Service: 7.8 Consistency: 8.5 Food Quality: 8.3 Atmosphere: 7.2 Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: Warm fish-shaped taiyaki plus airy soft serve in one bite.
Who should go: Friends, students, and anyone craving light soft serve.
When to visit: Early evening before peak Sawtelle crowds.
What to order: Milk-matcha swirl, custard taiyaki, and a topping trio.
Insider tip: Eat immediately—taiyaki is best while still hot.

Hours

Monday12pm - 11pm
Tuesday12pm - 11pm
Wednesday12pm - 11pm
Thursday12pm - 11pm
Friday12pm - 11:30pm
Saturday12pm - 11:30pm
Sunday12pm - 11pm