Red Mango  

Not long after I got my SODA card at FLAME, I received an invitation from SODA to use my SODA rewards at RED MANGO.

Just a quick log to remind myself that there are better froyo places in the hood.

Came for a light-ish dessert yesterday night after a short exam. We wanted to sit down and have something sweet but didn't want to go for cake at a proper restaurant. Holly Brown was a good choice but I guess it's everywhere. Gotta say though, Holly Brown never fails to delight. I am happy every time I go. Anyway.

Small Froyo $42 - charge by cup size, not by weight (unlimited toppings as long as they fit in the container)The only good thing about Red Mango is that they let you put as many and varied toppings -as possible- without charging extra. Apart from that, the toppings are very standard - berries, kiwi, soft mochi, granola, honey coated walnuts, cheesecake crumble, oreos(?) and the like.

Froyo taste + texture/consistency not to my liking. I prefer the tartness that Yomama/Tuttifrutti offers, and the thicker consistency of Holly Cow/Crumbs (referring to the original flavours of all 4 stores). Red Mango's original was...quite watery and thin. There is, however, an intriguing Honey flavour which I might try. Texture: Crumbs vs Red Mango = premium ice cream vs icemilk/icy whipped cream (thanks for the analogy A. sounds terrible already)
Tartness: um. Red Mango original flavour was just...flat. Almost no tartness at all. Didn't feel like I was eating froyo, but it wasn't like ice cream either. Somewhere in between, which is worst.

Conclusion:
I'm sure someone out there appreciates Red Mango for the nonfat, gluten-free froyo. So there is a market for these products. Would be great if they could improve the texture a bit. As for myself, as calorie-conscious as I am with some other foods, nonfat froyo is officially off my healthy&happy list. Back to fat froyo.

Gwailoguru Rating: 7/10 (Froyo)

*In One Simple Sentence:*
Healthier Version of Smile in convenient central location

*Insider Tip:*
Try the Cheesecake Topping, mmmmh

Visiting Details:
Cuisine: Frozen Yoghurt
Food rating: 8/10
Service: 7/10
Ambiance: 6/10
Price: HK$45 pax
Serving Tab Water/Tea: Yes-No
English Menu: Yes

What we really liked:
How they have the "All Toppings you can fit" approach and don't limit their customers in their choice

And what not:
Nothing really to complain, if so, then maybe the prices, but I guess that's what you pay for good frozen Yoghurt these days

Summary:

Service
Good Service! What we often have at places like these are local "I don't care approach" personal that doesn't really care if your yoghurt arrives upside down or not, any ways, today we really got all toppings we asked for packed on our yoghurt, without a frown or hesitance, thanks!

The Place
Opposite infamous Vietnamese Restaurant Nha Trang, right in central on Wellington Street, off the Midlevels escalator. The place is brand new and nicely designed, there are tables for you to sit down (rare in frozen yoghurt places) and chat. And at the entry they even have a little "photo booth" for you to take picture if you really get bored.

This summer is extremyely hot hot hot!!!! how nice it is to visit RED MANGO n enjoy the Mixed Berry Parfait
the froyo is so creamy n i love the many berries mixture with pistachio. What is more wonderful is with the Gxxxpon i can enjoy it with $25 only!!!!!!!!! I regret i bought too few coupons so that i cannot share with my dear friends.....

We went for something cool under a sunny day without wind in Central.
Since i bought two coupons from groupbuy online, it is time to use them during weekend.
Reason:
1. not many ppl waiting and sitting inside
2. not rushing to come in and leave

We ordered one small yogurt and one Turkey & Mushroom Sandwich by using two coupons and added some extra money.
Yogurt: quite fresh and smoothy. The fruits are in varieties, fresh and juicy.
Sandwich is warm enuf but long time to wait.

It is cool to enjoy a tea inside if you are not rushing in and out.

My first visit here. Quite convenient- just off the escalator and a short walk from IFC.
The restaurant is clean and just the right size that it isn't too noisy.
I had the combo- a sandwich and a serving of yogurt.
The sandwich was filled with fresh ingredient including best of all, really tasty onion.
The yogurt, included three flavors, and you can have one or all. Toppings- any and as many as you like- just have to fit in the cup. I stuck with fresh fruit, but it was just that-FRESH.

In summary, the restaurant does a limited number of sandwiches and salads, but they do them well.

I highly recommend this place.