After a nice dinner and a great time in DTLV with Terri R, our last stop for the evening was dessert. In fact, we purposely put dessert aside because of all the hype that Kuma has been receiving the last couple of nights. It seemed like every Vegas Yelper, at least the ones we knew, were checking in. We were no different and had to see what's really going on.\n\nWell, what's really going on? For me, not much anyway. My first impression of the place was cool. I mean, this place is cold. Kuma goes out of the way to make you feel like you're in an igloo with the their snow decor, polar bear, and even ice looking flooring. My first thought, this place would be perfect to go to during the summer to just chill. I mean that literally. \n\nAs for their \"snow cream\", I wasn't too impressed. First of all, not fluffy like advertised. That's no big because it's all about taste and satisfaction for me. I opted for their Taro w/Red Bean, Mochi, and Capt N Crunch. I thought taste was pretty good, but texture wasn't what I expected. Again, I expected a fluffy snow type feel. What I got was texture close to froyo. Taste wise, I'd give them 4 stars. \n\nBut why the overall 3 stars? Here's why;\n1. Selection: Not much of a choice of flavors here. I'm not saying there should be a plethora of flavors, but 5 just doesn't cut it for me. \n\n2. Price: You have choice of two sizes. Their smaller size is their \"Ninja\" and their biggest size is their \"Sumo\". Both are pricey, with the Ninja costing $5. The cup size is huge, but this is where the disappointment starts. Look at the pictures all over this joint and even the pictures that Kuma has posted. You see their snow cream over-flowing at least 2 inches above the rim. Now look at the pictures that Yelpers have posted, even mine. You see skimpy portions and this is where they get you. But I get it. Their $5 small is named Ninja for a reason. Silent, but deadly....on your wallet that is. \n\nI'm giving this place 3 stars for now because Kuma is just A-Okay in my book. I'm not saying I will never return. I'm sure my daughter and nephews would love this place, especially since I'm Daddy Warbucks to them. I just don't see myself going out of my way for Kuma. \n\n\n\n\nNinja Taro w/Red Bean, Mochi, and Capt n' Crunch: <url> a Fork: <url>
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