Snowy Village

Name: Snowy Village
Address: 5264 University Wy NE, Seattle, Washington, 98105, US
Telephone: (206) 708-1111
Price range: $$
Rating: 3.8

$$ • Dessert, Shaved Ice, Cafe

Hours:
5264 University Wy NE, Seattle
(206) 708-1111

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About Snowy Village

Snowy Village is a popular spot for bingsoo and desserts, offering a variety of flavors and options, including less sweet choices. The interior is cute and Instagram-worthy, making it a great place for a sweet treat. The restaurant is known for its smooth, rich, and creamy Bingsoo, including cheesecake Bingsoo, and Nutella Taiyaki that are light, delicate, and not drowning in sweetness. Customers often enjoy the flavors that linger in their palate without causing brain freeze.

The place is open late and has a screen to order and customize each item. The staff is helpful and kindly places the desserts on napkins to prevent mess. The shaved ice has a very fine texture, and the flavors are satisfying, such as the delicious mango shaved ice with 25% sugar. Customers can order in different portion sizes, and even the lite portion is quite large. Toppings are layered within the snow, which is milk-based, flaky, and creamy. The Nutella Taiyaki is like a croissant, adding a light, sweet touch to the desserts. Water, wet wipes, spoons, and napkins are available for self-service, and wifi is accessible.

While some find the prices very high and the portion sizes not worth the cost, many enjoy the overall experience. One customer described the shaved ice as saturated with whole milk, with layers of sweet, authentic mango and strawberry, calling it the shaved ice of their dreams. The atmosphere can involve a wait, especially with limited staff on busy days, but the quality of the desserts and the fun environment make it worthwhile. Overall, Snowy Village provides a cute environment to enjoy a variety of tasty desserts with a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors, even during warm weather.