"We love this manga-themed dessert joint all year long for its cascading peaks of soft serve in crispy cones—but a visit is vital, especially during flip-flop weather. The matcha-ube swirl is an unbeatable combo, but don’t skip the vegan dole whip and mango taiyaki, with tang that instantly cools you by five degrees. The shop has fun artwork, including white tiles behind the counter that look like fish scales, making a long line more tolerable. There's also a small, but comfortable seating area with a plush leather couch that's easy to sink into. But the best move is to grab a cone or one of their refreshing iced matcha lattes to-go and take a leisurely stroll around Georgetown. Food Rundown Taiyaki Cone It's hard to go wrong with any combo, particularly ube and matcha, two rich flavors that go together like high school sweethearts. And the griddled fish-shaped cone is no third wheel—it's sturdy, but light. photo credit: Nate Watters Matcha Latte These drinks made with ceremonial grade matcha are smooth and complement the sweetness of the ice cream nicely. photo credit: Nate Watters" - Gabe Guarente