Oakobing
Cafés & dessert · Los Angeles · · 5 reviews here
Cafés & dessert in Los Angeles.
What locals say
The bright casual spot drew me in right away with its fun dessert vibe, I tried the green tea and mango melon shaved ice, both were refreshingly light with fluffy texture and tasty toppings. Portions are generous and perfect to share with a friend on a warm day. Get napkins because it can get messy, but great tasting will be coming back again
Absolutely loved the strawberry shaved ice with fresh strawberries, but my sister did not like her mango shaved ice (the frozen mango pieces tasted a little sour & it seeped into the shaved ice). The portion is good for the price, & there is plenty of seating for various group sizes. There is a restroom, but it was unavailable (employee said someone lost the key 😞). We ended up trying and liking a ramyun place around the corner (oppa ramyun) while looking for a bathroom, so it was a blessing in disguise! We found street parking, but there is a good sized parking lot right behind Oakobing (access through the alleyway) for $5. Service was fast & friendly. Will definitely be back to try other things on the menu.
I ordered an Injeolmi bingsu & mango yesterday. The rice cake had green tea powder on it. I never ordered anything with green tea. At first, I suspected the food might have been reused, but since I can’t verify that, I tried calling the store. No one answered. I don’t need any explanation. I simply won’t be ordering again. It wasn’t good anyway. Wishing your business continued success.
I’ve been coming here around ten years and didn’t go for a little bit and suddenly had a craving for it. The last time I came was a few years ago and I’m pleasantly surprised to see that the quality has remained consistent, fruit is sweet, portions are still massive and shareable, and prices are still reasonable. $15.99 for a fruit stacked shaved ice that is easily shareable between 4 people is such a steal. The shaved ice is so soft and not too sweet. Glad I stopped back in again, such a nostalgic spot for me!
I’ve been to this place twice already and I absolutely love their bingsoo. On my first visit, I tried the classic Injeolmi flavor, and it was incredibly good. The creamy milk base with injeolmi and red bean was such a perfect combination. The portion was generous, but we still finished it because it was that delicious. On my second visit, I tried the strawberry bingsoo, and I didn’t like it as much. It tasted a bit artificial to me. I would definitely go back for the classic flavors again. They also have patio seating available, which is nice on good-weather days. It does get a little crowded, though.