Toy Boat Dessert Cafe

Category:	Cafe
Address:	401 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94118, USA
Phone:	+1 415-751-7505
Site:	m.facebook.com
Rating:	4.4
Working:	8:30AM–10PM 8:30AM–10PM 8:30AM–10PM 8:30AM–10PM 8:30AM–11PM 8:30AM–11PM 8:30AM–10PM

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Johnny Wang

FINALLY stopped by and tried Toy Boy the other night, after a nearby dinner at Le Soleil. While I was a little skeptical about how good the ice cream here could be compared to the likes of Humphry and Mr & Mrs, I ended up being pleasantly surprised with the sea salt chocolate caramel I got! Rich and creamy, but not too sweet, with a good solid balance of sweet and savory. Combine that with generous serving sizes at a reasonable price, and, well, Ill definitely be back the next time Im seeking dessert in the area. ***Accessibility Info*** Venue - Their ice cream counter is what youd usually expect, which means that a bit of peering in to see flavors and reaching up to grab samples from the staff will be necessary. Otherwise, while seating is a little limited, it is at least accessible. The cafe also has two entrances, one of which has steps, while the other is level. Bathroom - Didnt check them out, so no comment, but I dont really recall seeing one either.

Jennie Lin

A delightful treat to have on Clement Street - an Inner Richmond original. The bright, old-school store front filled with nostalgia and toys serves as a perfect backdrop for a neighborhood gem that brings in all types - college students, families with kids, grown-ups that are kids at heart. I have not had any food but have definitely tried most of the ice cream flavors :) The service behind the counter is friendly and the hours are great: Toy Boat closes late, for when you find that last little bit of room in your tummy for ice cream after Burma Superstar/Mandalay/Q Restaurant/Halu/Pizza/Korean BBQ/etc. If anything, stop in to check out the Pez Collection behind the counter! Is there any place else on Clement Street like this? No! :)

Jack McGinn

The food is excellent! They make some desserts you wont get anywhere else, like excellent Key Lime Pie, the best Caramel Fudge Cheesecake in SF, and I love the milkshakes (even though their not very thick). The decor, while a bit childish, is meant for kids. I mean, its hard to make a bunch of old toys look good, but they do an okay job, and while I might tone down the kiddy-ness a notch, its a store for kids. The servers, although they dont hesitate to take their time, they often chat you up, and not in a boring way. Overall, I love it there and cant without their delicious treats. I give an A-, and a 9.3 out of 10. Check it out. The decor & service may not be for you, but the food is what youll remember it for.

Michelle Rowe

I come here for the ice cream! Not just any ice cream but a combination I thought I could only get a a cold stone creamery or some other type of ice cream place. My favorite combination is vanilla bean ice cream with peanut butter swirl and chocolate chips...or at Toy Boat "Its a Goodie"! Oh and it is! I love that they have unique flavors here and an array of desserts, not just ice cream. The decor is cute and it reminds me of an old school toy box! They have neat toys all around. But I didnt come to play with the toys, I came for the ice cream, and I will be going back...especially since I can get a pint or a quart of my favorite to take home with me and enjoy!

Rhonda Smith

We are frequent visitors to Toy Boat...from a coffee run to a late night dessert run. The ice cream selections are great, and they even have seasonal flavors (i.e. pumpkin, peppermint, etc.). Their salads are good for sharing. What I love best is the staff; theybe become second family to us. Jesse (owner) loves to chat it up and "keeps it real," while the other staff are good about remembering what your "favorites" are if you are frequent visitors like us. The toy and trinket selections are so awesome, a collectors dream. And what kid doesnt love a ride on a mechanical horse?

Priti Kapadia Vanchinathan

Ice cream! This place is super cute and fun to look around. Its a great place for kids because they have lots of fun toys around the whole place. Definitely get some dessert here after eating at Burma Superstar or any of the other amazing restaurants nearby. I havent eaten anything but the ice cream, but they have great flavors and they are generous in their scooping! The coffee chocolate crunch is delicious! Enjoy!

liang xin

The ice cream is perfect on a rainy night. Its crammed and crowded and falling apart, not to mention rusting, but the crazy stuff all over the place is so San Francisco, so Inner Richmond, so Clement Street. The building its in is very old. Go outside and take a look; I think its from the very early 1900s or even the late 1800s.

Lawrence Axil Comras

The Brotts have had this place since time began and it reflects the Whimsical charm of the owners in every little way. The little toy boats everywhere and knick-knacks and chotchkies and little things its just an amazing collection of love and nostalgia and Americana -- one of the cutest little places Ive ever been.

Giles Holbrow

Atmosphere was really nice here. I had a lovely lunch on a Saturday afternoon, very relaxing and pleasant. The decorations and vintage toys are really neat. The only problem- the chicken sandwich I ordered was so salty it was almost unpleasant to eat. Ill assume that was a fluke, though!

lisbeth ortega

What some dont know is that this is a decent place to get sandwiches! But they serve double rainbow ice cream, a variety of desserts, and ice cream sandwiches, too. They have cute booths in the back and a mechanical horse that is for children only, DONT BE THAT GUY.

Robert Ackerman

Old school "Candy Store" vibe from East Coast mixed in with great ice cream and desserts. The owner Jesse and his staff are friendly and happy to take care of you! Lots of cool and retro stuff for kids of ALL ages! Youll smile when you visit!

Karen Ng

A classic dessert shop - they serve ice cream, sundaes, cakes, pies and coffee drinks. Its a really cute shop with an 80s feel. There are about 10 tables, also some seats along the wall that can accommodate larger groups.

Kelly Poole

A local Institution. Really great Double Rainbow ice cream is locally made. Sandwiches and coffee too. Recently I saw they had pastries from Devils Teeth bakery. Many of the classic toys on the wall are for sale.

Vincent Grennan

Every time I go here I feel quite literally like a kid in a candy store! One of my favorite desert places in the city. Great location, big selection, plus all the toys on the wall make it feel very unique.

France Rovelli

great ice cream and novelty store. real candy as well as eye candy everywhere! your senses will need a nap after a visit here. the best! good service. overpriced but worth it!

Stephen Tures

great place to go for all types of desserts including ice cream, some pasteries, coffee drinks, etc. Come for the desserts, stay for the unusual and awesome toy collection.

Jay Cimo

The food is good and the desserts and coffee is great, but Sarah alone is worth the price of the edibles. My 3 year old nephew likes her, and he has impeccable taste.

MSG

Kitsche is neat. Some of the baristas are okay. Good neighborhood spot but ask any former employer about how unclean it really is. Or about how two faced Jesse is.

Roger Paul

A great place for kids. Whole set up is a total crowd pleaser for the younger set. Great for dessert after eating at one of the many local restaurants.