AI-SU
Japanese Ice Cream Reimagined
Ai-su—the Japanese word for ice cream—is Todd English’s ode to the art of frozen perfection. This jewel-box concept is a small-batch, hand-crafted ice cream and mochi stand that draws inspiration from Japan’s meticulous approach to dessert. At Ai-su, every scoop is made with precision, care, and top-tier ingredients, blended using traditional Japanese techniques to achieve unparalleled texture and flavor depth.
More than just a sweet treat, Ai-su is a sensory experience. It’s where culinary technique meets whimsy, and where the familiar is transformed through Todd’s signature lens of global curiosity and elevated craft.
CULINARY CONCEPT
Ai-su specializes in handmade ice creams, mochi, and seasonal frozen novelties, all produced in small batches to ensure maximum freshness and detail. The flavors push boundaries, blending classic Japanese ingredients with imaginative, chef-driven twists. Each flavor tells a story—of nostalgia, discovery, or pure indulgence.
AMBIANCE AND DESIGN
The design is compact, modern, and unmistakably Japanese in its simplicity. The counter is clad in light wood and white tile, with soft glow lighting, natural textures, and a minimalist retail wall featuring custom coolers stocked with pints, mochi packs, and seasonal treats. Clean lines and subtle branding make the space feel refined, while the bright colors of the ice creams themselves provide all the pop and personality.
A few standing counter spots and benches make this a place for indulgence, connection, and casual delight—whether grabbing a cone post-dinner, or taking a moment to cool off.
SIGNATURE DISHES
Shio Mint – A salty-sweet reinvention of mint chip with mineral sea salt.
Malted Milkshake Furikake – Creamy malt base with crispy umami furikake swirl.
UbeChata – Purple yam meets horchata in this spiced, dreamy hybrid.
Miso Mascarpone – Savory-sweet perfection with a buttery mouthfeel.
Strawberry Shiso – Tart berries brightened by aromatic perilla leaf.
Black Sesame – Toasty, nutty, and naturally bold.
Shoyu Caramel – A soy-caramel blend with rich umami depth.
In addition to scoops, Ai-su offers hand-rolled mochi ice creams, delicate ice cream sandwiches, and pint-sized takeaway packs for those who want to bring the joy home.