The Cups deserves its four-star rating on Yelp. Probably some of the best bingsu you can get in Toronto!
The location is pretty small so big groups might have to choose a different place. You can look at a menu which includes not only bingsu but snacks and drinks (like lattes).
For the bingsu, you can choose between a cup and a bowl! A cup is around 8 dollars each with tax while a bowl is around 11ish. At first I thought it was pricey for a cup but when I got it I realized how huge it was. Definitely share!
They have a variety of flavors like mango, strawberry, matcha red bean, and tiramisu. Unlike Snow Time, they also add a scoop of ice cream to the top. You pick up your bingsu at the counter when it's ready. They put a lot of effort into the presentation here and it is so worth it. I had the matcha red bean in a cup and it was delicious. Loved the chewy, fresh mochi (Snow Time's mochi not so much). Just like Snow Time, all ingredients are layered. With my matcha one, I feel there wasn't enough matcha and by the time I got to the middle I felt it was mostly ice! Maybe it would be better if I got the bowl next time. I understand how it might be difficult to layer in a cup. I think it also depends on the flavor - my brother's tiramisu looked like there was good flavor all the way through.
Service is no frills and self-serve but courteous and friendly! When you're finished with your bingsu you take the tray they gave you back to the counter. There is free wifi and the password is on the wall by the door.
I feel like you can't quite compare Snow Time and The Cups. Totally different locations and decor and even flavors (The Cups has tiramisu and black sesame, Snow Time has a mixed fruit bingsoo and Oreo...). Their bingsu is very similar with small differences here and there (I think Snow Time layers a bit better in this case and The Cups has better mochi). Both are solid choices. Either way, will definitely be back when I'm in the area!