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Dessert Republic
Dessert Shop, Chinese Restaurant, and Tea Room$$$$
Downtown San Mateo, San Mateo
"Grandma is the best at making the egg puffs here, hands down."(4 Tips)
"... we think that the grandma who makes the eggettes has passed... But..."(2 Tips)
"Egg puffs are much better than Eggettes, too!"(2 Tips)
"If you like Hong Kong milk tea, try it here."(2 Tips)
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- Grandma is the best at making the egg puffs here, hands down.
- Sometimes we think that the grandma who makes the eggettes has passed... But she always comes back and make em better than ever!
Karina NJuly 31, 2022It takes forever for the food to come, and it’s like this every time we are here
Eric ChanFebruary 27, 2011Hustle and bustle and the sweet smells in a crowded place, makes you feel like you're almost in Hong Kong.
- The tapioca milk tea is the best. Egg puffs are much better than Eggettes, too!
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Dessert Republic is a unique alternative to the mundane, offering tasty Hong Kong-style meals, desserts and snacks in a fun and colorful environment.
Closed until 5:00 PM (Show more)
- Tue–Thu, Sun
- 5:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 5:00 PM–1:00 AM
(650) 401-3570
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Lunch, Dinner, Dessert
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