Nobibi Expanding with New Location in East Bay

Franchise owners Shilpy Kamboj and Ajay "AJ" Arora are looking to open a second location in the Dublin/San Ramon area

Joey Reams
Written By Joey Reams
Senior Regional Reporter
Photo: Official

Nobibi, a popular brand known for its creative Asian-inspired desserts, is expanding with a second location in the Dublin/San Ramon area.

The company’s new store is currently under development, according to Brian Nguyen, Managing Principal at OneV Capital. The expansion is part of Nobibi’s growth strategy, which includes building a presence in fast-growing, high-traffic communities. Customers can expect a continuation of the brand’s signature offerings, including its visually striking gold-leaf ice cream and fruit-forward creations, alongside popular drinks like Brown Sugar Boba and Lychee Dragon Fruit.

Shilpy Kamboj and Ajay “AJ” Arora, franchise partners of the Hayward store, credit their background in the tech industry for their ability to streamline operations and create an efficient, customer-focused experience. Their innovative approach to staffing, inventory management, and customer service has helped the Hayward location thrive.

“The response from the community has been incredible,” said Shilpy Kamboj. “It’s been amazing to see so many people gathering together to enjoy our desserts.”

The upcoming Dublin/San Ramon location will be another strategic expansion in the Bay Area, continuing the brand’s focus on building a loyal following by offering high-quality, Instagram-worthy frozen treats in a modern boutique setting. Nobibi’s vibrant design and fun, visually driven menu make it a perfect fit for the area’s growing consumer base.

This new location in Dublin/San Ramon is just one of several new stores planned for 2026, as Nobibi aims to expand its footprint across California. The brand’s creative approach to frozen desserts has made it a standout in the competitive dessert category, and with locations also planned for Temecula, Las Vegas, and more.

“With experienced operators like Shilpy and AJ, we have seen firsthand the impact of combining great systems with an exciting dessert concept,” Ron Duong, Managing Director of Nobibi, said in the news release. “We’re thrilled to support their expansion into the Bay Area and beyond.”

Nobibi Expanding with New Location in East Bay
Photo: Official

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Joey Reams was born and raised in San Diego and received a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism at San Francisco State University. While there, he interned for several publications while serving as SFSU's News Editor at Golden Gate Xpress for a semester. After college, Joey has worked in the freelance industry for ten years and counting, writing about community news, the music industry, breaking news, pop culture, and other diverse topics. Before joining What Now Media Group, Joey worked as the News Editor for Pasadena Now. In his free time, he enjoys exploring new cities, trying delicious food, and attending concerts.
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