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Welcome to Yiko Yiko

Yiko Yiko, a bakery located in San Diego, offers a unique and delightful experience for dessert lovers. With a focus on small but mighty cakes, their menu boasts a variety of flavors that are not overly sweet but perfectly balanced. Customers rave about the mango snowball mochi, pork floss mochi cake, and soy milk custard cake. The desserts are made with high-quality ingredients and prepared daily, ensuring freshness. Despite some minor drawbacks like slow service during peak times, Yiko Yiko's charming ambiance and caring staff make it a must-visit spot for delicious and satisfying desserts in the area.

Yiko Yiko: Reviews & Ratings

Henry J.
Henry J.

If you could only pick one item, the mango snowball mochi is fire and low-key the tastiest snack you'll ever try.

Annie S.
Annie S.

This place is so good it makes me wish there was one in the Bay Area! Every visit has made me so happy, it's been worth the trip to come here. I really wish they sold the cake slice pillows! They're adorable. The pork floss mochi cake is so good, with all the different textures and tastes that just make sense together. The drinks are also really refreshing, especially the blueberry sparkling water. Their caffeine free options are very pleasant. Nothing here (including food) is overly sweet. Their taste, sweet/salty level, and quality natural ingredients just make such a perfect menu. The workers here are also very nice. I was just staring at the drink, overly excited about how good the blueberry sparkling water tastes, and a worker came over worried to check in on if everything was okay! They're so caring and I let them know just how much I liked their food/drinks :) I'm glad they care so much about their customers. This place is wonderful.

Cathy V.
Cathy V.

Went here on the Fourth of July because it was opened, which was greatly appreciated. They had a great selection of not too sweet cakes! I really enjoyed the cake we bought and it was not overwhelming at all. After awhile, the nutty and creamy taste was a bit repetitive so we weren't able to finish the entire cake, but we plan to tomorrow. The inside of the store was very cute, with very ample amounts of tables for people to dine in and chat with their friends. The bathroom was also clean and tidy. There's no issue with parking in this plaza. I do wish the cashier was a tad more friendly, because the service we received was a bit cold, but it's not a big problem because we were helped super quickly and didn't have any other issues!

Maria H.
Maria H.

This dessert spot has some delicious treats for you to enjoy. The desserts are prepared daily and throughout the day, which is great, as they seemed to have gotten a flow on their inventory. The strawberry cream mini cake was very delicious. My favorite part was the cream frosting, it had strawberry purée mixed in, and it wasn't overly sweet. Only drawback was some of our strawberries were still frozen when we cut into the cake. Minus 1 star as there always seems to be people waiting in line due to only being one person at the front counter. That same person charges you and serves your dessert. So it tends to slow down the flow of getting in and out quickly. You can't simply come in to pick up a dessert, it will take you at least 15 mins. Also the parking in the plaza can be hit or miss, as this plaza tends to be very busy, so you might need to park on the street.

Anthony D.
Anthony D.

Yiko Yiko primarily serves these small but mighty cakes in a variety of different flavors. Inside is a standard-size store with a few tables to sit down and enjoy your food. When we entered, we were greeted by the cashier and he was helpful in letting us know some of their more popular items. He recommended both getting mochi as well as a mini cake, but we opted for just the cake. The Soy Milk Custard Cake was soooo goood! The Soy Milk flavor was very pronounced and overall this makes my list for one my favorite desserts. It has a good balance of sweetness without being overly decadent. And the cake itself was very moist and soft. The price is a bit on the higher side ($14) but you can easily split this with 2 people and be satisfied. For me this place is one of those "Treat yourself" dessert places where I can see myself going back every once in a while to get a new type of cake. I think these cakes would also make for a really good personal-sized cake for a birthday/special occassion.

Saleen D.
Saleen D.

I was looking for a cafe to kill time & stumbled upon this cute spot in Clairemont. I love, love, love mochi & was excited to see that that is their specialty. As other Yelpers say, their desserts are not too sweet. Mochi with Strawberry: Fresh slices of strawberries covered in whip cream inside of a chewy, lightly sweet mochi. Tasty! Strawberry Milk: A must order! Delicious & creamy with strawberry jam on the cup. This was super refreshing on the hot day I came to visit.

Maya H.
Maya H.

Omg!! I'm addicted!! The place is super cute, and the desserts are pretty!! The flavors are unique and so delicious!! Service is amazing!! I feel like they go above and beyond!! Every time I want dessert, I want to go here. The durian mochi is addicting!! It's my daughter and my favorite!! It's so good!! The mochi is soft and chewy, and the filling is abundant. We've tried the strawberry one, but the durian is soooo good!! We'll be back for more..

Bea P.
Bea P.

This is a cute dessert shop on Clairemont Mesa. They have a variety of sweet treats ranging from assorted cakes, mochi, and boba drinks. I had the matcha crepe cake and pistachio basque cheesecake. The matcha crepe was really good and not too sweet. The pistachio cheesecake was the perfect amount of rich and creamy. However the pistachio flavor didn't come through and wished that it did granted it was 10.25 per slice. The matcha crepe was 12.50 per slice. The ambiance is elegant witch cute gray furniture couch seating booths lined up against the wall. Their spring/Easter decor added a nice touch. Overall, I'd give it a 3.5

Location

  • Yiko Yiko
    8008 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92111 Hotline: (858) 384-2038

Yiko Yiko is a bakery located at 8008 Clairemont Mesa Blvd in San Diego, CA known for its delectable desserts and refreshing drinks. This quaint spot offers a variety of small cakes and mochi treats that customers rave about.

Customers have praised the mango snowball mochi, strawberry cream mini cake, soy milk custard cake, and durian mochi for their unique flavors and balance of sweetness. The desserts are made with quality natural ingredients, ensuring a perfect blend of taste and texture.

In addition to the delicious treats, Yiko Yiko also offers a cozy ambiance with ample seating for diners to relax and enjoy their desserts. The gender-neutral restrooms are clean and tidy, adding to the pleasant dining experience.

While some customers have mentioned longer wait times due to limited staff at the front counter, the friendly service and attention to detail make up for any minor inconveniences.

Overall, Yiko Yiko stands out for its inventive desserts, friendly staff, and inviting atmosphere. Whether you're a fan of mochi, cakes, or refreshing beverages, Yiko Yiko has something for everyone to enjoy.