Try a Unique Japanese Dessert at Mochi Ice Cream
March 13, 2017 | sack
Known as "Jimbo’s" to the locals, Mochi Ice Cream is a charming little ice cream parlor located right on Jackson Street in the heart of San Jose’s J-Town. State Senators and local elementary school children alike know that this is the spot for mochi ice cream, the Japanese treat that’s made by filling pounded sticky rice with ice cream.
Jimbo’s serves Bubbies, a type of mochi imported from Hawaii, in flavors like green tea, guava, passion fruit, and coconut. If you're sharing with a friend (or just have a big appetite!), you can order the special 6-flavor extravaganza for less than ten bucks. Folks looking for dairy-free desserts might like to try the Hawaiian shave ice, which Yelp reviewers love for its texture and colorful presentation. Although ice cream’s the main focus here, Jimbo’s also serves food. Chow down on a rice bowl, a hot dog with Japanese-style toppings, or a steaming bowl of house-made chili with some mochi for dessert.
