Snow Bliss Cafe
Snow Bliss Cafe, located at 250 W Portal Ave, San Francisco, CA 94127, is a charming West Portal spot that brings the lively, comforting feel of a Hong Kong-style cafe to the neighborhood. The atmosphere is relaxed and easygoing, making it a great place to settle in for a casual lunch, dinner, or even a quick bite, while the warm, attentive staff help create a smooth and welcoming experience from the moment you walk in. The menu offers plenty to explore, from small plates and appetizers to rice dishes, noodles, desserts, and drinks, with the added bonus of dim sum being served all day. A big part of the appeal here is that the food is prepared to order, giving each dish a fresh, carefully made quality that stands out. Popular picks include the beef chow fun, praised for its excellent texture, along with shrimp dumplings, lotus rice, and popcorn chicken coated in hot honey sauce for a sweet-spicy kick. For something refreshing, the Thai tea is a standout, especially during happy hour, and dessert lovers are often drawn to the tiramisu bingsu, which adds a playful and indulgent finish to the meal. Portion sizes are generous without sacrificing quality, so the cafe manages to feel both satisfying and thoughtfully prepared. Snow Bliss Cafe also fits a variety of dining needs, whether you want to dine in, grab takeout, call ahead, or arrange delivery through an app. With its combination of flavorful comfort food, dependable service, and an inviting setting that quickly becomes lively during busy hours, it has the kind of easy neighborhood appeal that suits both regular cravings and first-time visits, especially for anyone looking to explore Chinese and East Asian flavors in a casual, approachable setting.
Spicy Mango Smoothie
Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Mango Smoothie
Strawberry Smoothie
Beef Fried Rice
Fragrant jasmine rice stir-fried with juicy beef, peas, carrots, and egg—seasoned to perfection for a hearty, satisfying bite every time
Shrimp Fried Rice
Plump shrimp mingled with fluffy rice, mixed veggies, and scrambled egg—all wok-fried with garlic and soy for a deliciously savory experience.
Vegetable Fried Rice
Chicken Fried Rice
Black Milk Tea
Thai Milk Tea
Rich, creamy milk-infused Thai black tea, gently sweetened and served chilled. It's a vibrant, comforting drink that pairs beautifully with both savory dishes and desserts.
Jasmine Milk Tea
Chocolate Bingsu
Chocolate shaved ice drizzled with chocolate syrup, sweetened condensed milk and topped with Oreo cookies
Matcha Bingsu
Matcha shaved ice topped with sweetened condensed milk, red beans, almonds, and chewy mochi
Mango Bingsu
Mango flavored shaved ice topped with mango cubes, drizzled with mango syrup, and finished with a scoop of mango ice cream
Black Sesame Bingsu
Black sesame shaved ice topped with sweetened condensed milk, almonds, and chewy pearls
Coffee Bingsu
Finely shaved ice infused with premium coffee, sweetened with condensed milk, topped with chocolate syrup, and Biscoff cookies
Strawberry Bingsu
Strawberry shaved ice topped with syrup, condensed milk, and fresh strawberry slices
Lychee Bingsu
Lychee shaved ice topped with sweetened condensed milk, mochi, and lychee
Thai Tea Bingsu
Thai tea shaved ice topped with sweetened condensed milk, almonds, chewy pearls and a scoop of thai tea ice cream
Taro Bingsu
Taro flavor shaved ice topped with condensed milk, almond, and adorned with sweet red beans
Tiramisu Bingsu
Finely shaved ice infused with premium coffee, sweetened with condensed milk, topped with three scoops of vanilla ice cream and house made tiramisu
Mango Grass Jelly
Honeydew Grass Jelly
Strawberry Grass Jelly
Mixed Fruit Grass Jelly
Scallion Pancake
Crispy flatbread with fresh scallions served with soy sauce
Garlic Fries
Crispy fries seasoned with aromatic garlic and a sprinkle of garlic salt
Salt And Pepper Tofu
Crispy tofu cubes seasoned with salt, pepper, and a hint of spice
Fried Wonton
Crispy, golden wontons filled with a pork and vegetables. Served with a sweet and tangy dipping sauce
Hot Honey Wings
Crispy chicken wings coated in a spicy honey glaze, offering a perfect balance of sweet and heat
Salt And Pepper Wings
Crispy wings dusted with house-made salt & pepper seasoning—lightly spicy, extra crunchy, and perfect for a shared snack
Fried Sweet Rice Balls
Crispy, golden rice balls filled with a rich, sweet sesame paste
Egg Rolls
Crispy, golden rolls filled with vegetables served with a sweet and tangy dipping sauce
French Fries
Crispy, golden fries lightly seasoned and served hot
Fried Buns With Condensed Milk
Golden, crispy buns served warm with a drizzle of sweet condensed milk for dipping
Potstickers
Pan-fried dumplings filled with pork and vegetables. Crispy on the bottom, tender on top
Curry Fish Balls
Tender fish balls in rich, aromatic curry sauce. Served with a bells peppers and onions
Beef And Broccoli W/ Rice
Blend of tender beef and crisp broccoli in a savory sauce
Beef And Tomato Stir Fry W/ Rice
Beef stir-fried with juicy tomatoes, bell peppers, and onions in a savory, slightly sweet sauce
Walnut Shrimp W/ Rice
Crispy shrimp coated in a creamy, sweet walnut sauce topped with toasted walnuts and a hint of honey
Sweet And Sour Chicken
Crispy chicken tossed in a tangy, sweet sauce with bell peppers, onions, and pineapple
Salt And Pepper Fish W/ Rice
Fish fillets seasoned with a bold blend of salt and pepper, garnished with sliced chilies
Mongolian Beef W/ Rice
Beef stir-fried with green onions in a savory, sweet sauce made from soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and brown sugar
Beef And Green Beans Stir Fry W/ Rice
Beef slices and vibrant string beans wok-tossed with garlic, ginger, and a rich soy-ginger sauce
Sweet And Sour Fish Fillet
Crispy fish fillets in a vibrant, tangy sauce with bell peppers, onions, and pineapple
Orange Chicken
Chicken chunks tossed in a tangy and sweet orange glaze, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds
Mapo Tofu W/ Rice
Silken tofu and ground beef simmered in a spicy, savory sauce with chili peppers and fragrant spice
Black Pepper Beef W/ Rice
Beef stir-fried with fresh bell peppers, onions, and a bold black pepper sauce
Matcha Green Milk Tea
Matcha Crème Brûlée
Milk Tea Crème Brûlée
House Coffee
Crème Brûlée
Neopolitan
Mango Matcha
Strawberry Matcha
Taro Overload
Honeydew Fruit Tea
Mango Fruit Tea
Mango Passionfruit Fruit Tea
Passionfruit Fruit Tea
Strawberry Fruit Tea
Chicken Pan Fried Noodles
Crunchy chicken pan-fried noodles with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and noodles with gravy making the noodles soft and crunchy
Beef Pan Fried Noodles
Crunchy beef pan-fried noodles with tender beef, crisp vegetables, and noodles with gravy making the noodles soft and crunchy
Vegetable Pan Fried Noodles
Crunchy pan-fried noodles with assorted vegetables, and noodles with gravy making the noodles soft and crunchy
Wonton Noodle Soup
Tender wontons filled with shrimp and pork, served in a savory broth with egg noodles and fresh greens
Chicken Chow Mein
Stir-fried noodle dish with chicken, fresh vegetables, and savory soy-based sauce
Seafood Tofu Soup
Savory chinese soup with silky ribbons of beaten egg whites floating in a flavorful, broth-based soup with mixed seafood
Hot And Sour Soup
Spicy, tangy chinese soup with mushrooms, tofu, and a vinegar-pepper broth
Egg Drop Soup
Savory chinese soup with silky ribbons of beaten egg floating in a flavorful, broth-based soup
Chicken Chow Fun
Wide rice noodles, chicken breast, and vegetable stir fried in a savory soy based sauce
Beef Chow Fun
Tender strips of beef wok-tossed with silky wide rice noodles, bean sprouts, and scallions in a savory soy sauce. Delivers that signature “wok hay” flavor—smoky, aromatic
Vegetable Chow Fun
Wide rice noodles, broccoli, vegetable stir fried in a savory soy based sauce
Beef Chow Mein
Stir-fried noodle dish with beef, fresh vegetables, and savory soy-based sauce
Vegetable Chow Mein
Stir-fried noodle dish with fresh vegetables, and savory soy-based sauce
Chicken Corn Soup
Creamy, savory soup with tender chicken and sweet corn, seasoned with ginger and scallions
Mango Coconut Sago
Silky sago pearls in creamy coconut milk, layered with fresh mango—luxurious, cool, and satisfying.
Honeydew Sago
Strawberry Sago
Mango Sago
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250 W Portal Ave, San Francisco, CA 94127, United States
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The first time I discovered this place was when I was browsing through DoorDash seeing what to have to eat and it immediately made it to my list for a place to visit and tryout. This place is fairly new and a good addition to the area since there are not much Asian/Chinese restaurants in the area. Upon arrival, it was dinner time and the place has yet to fill up. I was greeted by their friendly staff and seated right away. Their menu consists of small plates/appetizers, rice dishes, noodles, desserts, drinks and much more to chooses from. Also Dim Sum is served all day here. Everything is made to order which is always a plus for me since it is quality over quantity and I never mind the wait since I am a very patient person. This place gives out true vibes of a Hong Kong style cafe. As time went by, the place quickly filled up along with people picking up their orders and delivery drives arriving for pickups. The staffs here are very welcoming, well trained and understanding where my visit was a satisfying and issue free one. You can dine in, order for take out, place an order over the phone or have it delivered to you via a delivery app. I highly recommend this place to all Chinese food enthusiasts, to anyone willing to try something new, if you need a quick bite, to anyone looking for a laid back spot to dine at or if you just so happen to be in the area to check them out. I definitely will be back to tryout the other delicious options they have to offer.
Alzila
delicious sinitic/east-asian eatery in west portal! 5star food and service! I’ve eaten there twice and both times, the food quality, portion sizes, and service did not fall short! To give an example, my most recent time I got their chow fun, shrimp dumplings, and lotus rice, and a free Thai tea since it was happy hour. The chow fun had the PERFECT texture, the Thai tea was delicious and both sides left me feeling refreshed. Lastly, the server even offered to give me another drink as he saw I wasn’t drinking mine! Truly a RESTaurant, which is so rare to find in this day and age.
K S
Came here for lunch. Ordered the beef chow fun and popcorn chicken with hot honey sauce. Both were tasty. We had to order the yummy tiramisu bingsu. Service was great. Will come back again.
Sherry K
Its been over 20 years since I've experienced this type of restaurant in SF. Back in the early 2K's, HK style dessert started to become popular. Especially in the Richmond District. Late night red bean, coconut milk, jellys, taro.... it was fantastic. Slowly Boba drinks took over the scene. Snow Bliss not only brings back those amazing desserts but the food is also excellent! It has a HK vibe. Small, friendly and delicious food.
M Antonio C
I wouldn't say I venture out to the West Portal too often, but gems like Snow Bliss, definitely make it a compelling reason to! They specialize in bingsu, but their menu is huge, offering everything from popcorn chicken, to rice plates and noodle soups. If you're in the mood for dim sum, they have that too! I ordered the popcorn chicken, wonton noodle soup, and matcha bingsu. The popcorn chicken was notable because it's made Chinese salt and pepper style, which made it really fragrant and savory. Not many places do it this way, but I think they should! Wonton noodle soup was also pretty solid, and the matcha bingsu was refreshing. The chewy mochi made every bite delicious and I would definitely come back here for a full meal, or just for dessert!
Golden Hong
Snow Bliss Cafe totally exceeded my expectations. The presentation of every dessert is beautiful, and the snow ice is unbelievably smooth — light, creamy, and packed with flavor without feeling heavy. I also loved how customizable everything was, from the toppings to the sweetness level of the drinks. The cafe is spotless and has a really calming atmosphere, perfect for studying or catching up with friends. Staff were friendly and made great recommendations. Overall, a must-visit spot if you love high-quality desserts and aesthetic cafés!
Jenna Chui
We’re so happy to have checked out this lovely place! Family run with pride and care, delicious (!!!) food, super nice service and squeaky clean! Seriously, not a speck of dust to be found. We were both impressed with the super juicy and tender chicken, shrimp (cooked to perfection) and beef, super flavorful fried rice and portion sizes we’ll have leftover for a few days! The folks working the place are so nice and take such great care of the cafe. We’ll be back and we’ll bring friends and family!
Ame Lica
November 2025: Used to come to the previous restaurant for many years. Stopped by to try Snow Bliss Cafe during dinner time. Ordered the beef chow fun and the broccoli beef with rice. Overall, enjoyed my meal. Portion was quite large. Service was friendly. The restaurant is not very big but the workers are pretty prompt. Our order took a while to come out because they were very busy with customers and Togo orders. They gave us complimentary fried won tons for our inconvenience. I thought that was a very nice gesture. (We weren't complaining. They still acknowledged the delay in our order by giving us the won tons.) Overall, would definitely come back again for more delicious Chinese food.
Ken Wong