I love Davis creamery!…read more Since my freshman year, I have been going to Davis creamery! It is one of my favorite places to bring friends to, or show to people visiting Davis. I like that they choose to make their ice cream in store rather than buying it in bulk or ordering it from a factory. If you are looking for a quick ice cream treat, I would 100% reccommend checking this place out! Everyday of the week, they have some sort of deal or happy hour sale going on which is worth it to schedule into your day. They have many different flavors and toppings and they do allow sampling! For those who cannot have dairy, they also have dairy free options which is why this place is a go to for large groups or people new to Davis! There are options for everyone. One thing to note, they do not have seating inside and oftentimes they have long lines. But they do have seating right outside under street lights. On busy days, staff are alwasy working as fast as they can and they are always happy to help. The best way to avoid the lines? Go before meals or go earlier in the day :) after dinner is always the busiest time. In the spring, you can also submit a flavor you'd like them to make and if it makes it into the running, it will enter the month of bracketology where visitors try new flavors created and the favorite will be added to the menu for a while. If you are new or just stopping by, I would reccommend trying this place! If you find a flavor you really love, you can always take it home in a pint!

Great ice cream for solid prices (flight of 4 scoops too share with friends is great!). Lots of…read moreflavors to try and I like that they are labeled. Student workers were nice and the place was super packed. Pretty normal ice cream place indoors with mostly outdoor seating. My only gripe was you only get one sample per person so I didn't get to try so wasn't as adventurous.

While in Davis, we walked past Baskin-Robbins and I saw that they were advertising a Dubai…read moreChocolate Ice Cream Bar. My family and I decided to stop in for dessert after having dinner. The inside was small, but had a couple of tables to sit at. We ordered the Jamocha Almond Fudge Shake, a cup with 1 scoop Cookies and Cream and 1 scoop of Chocolate Mousse Royale with Whipped Cream and Cherries and then also a Dubai Chocolate Ice Cream Bar. The Jamocha Almond Fudge Shake is always a winner and we were a big fan of the Chocolate Mousse Royale as it was super silky and smooth, but the Dubai Chocolate Ice Cream Bar was just okay - I enjoyed it, but I didn't taste very much pistachio or crunch. Staff was friendly, but also busy and just trying to get through the line of people. We'll be back next time we are in the area, but I will definitely be checking out different flavors to try!

WOW FACTOR? No. HAVE AGAIN: Very good hot fudge sundae with…read morevanilla and chocolate chip ice cream. Outstanding chopped, roasted almonds. Would be 4 stars except the scoops were too small and the hot fudge was too little.

Was pleasantly surprised by Sweet & Shavery in downtown Davis. They specialize in Italian ice made…read morefrom fresh fruit and shaved ice, along with frozen custard, which has a flavor profile similar to soft serve but richer and denser. Egg yolks, along with cream and sugar, give it that thicker, creamier texture. Swirl Frozen Custard -- dole whip pineapple and vanilla Italian ice base swirled with chocolate and vanilla frozen custard; a cool, refreshing combo that mixes the best of Italian ice with the thick consistency of frozen custard. They have a few tables inside, and the interior is charming, with artwork of their Italian ice and frozen custard offerings on the walls. Service was friendly, and the ambience made it a great spot for hanging out with friends. Parking out front is a nice bonus. Overall, a high-quality dessert shop that caters to both college students and locals alike, and I'd definitely come back next time I'm in Davis!

Sweet & Shavery was the perfect little post-dinner stop. We shared a small mangoneada and…read morehonestly...gone in seconds. The shaved ice is super soft and fluffy, loaded with tajín and chamoy, tamarind candy topper and not overly sweet. Cute little shop, quick, easy, and exactly the kind of treat you didn't know you needed. Would absolutely swing back.

After having a bad experience at Davis Creamery earlier, Icekrimski Cafe completely turned our day…read morearound. Caleb was amazing from the moment we walked in. He gave us a few samples, recommended some of his favorite flavors, and was genuinely super friendly and welcoming the entire time. Customer service like that really stands out. The ice cream was great, the atmosphere was nice, and overall it was a really good experience. If you like ice cream, definitely come check this place out.

I love grabbing something sweet after dinner, especially after a dinner date. That's exactly why we…read morestopped here, first impression is that it's cute and quaint, located in the movie theater area. Apparently the owner's own this shop, the theater and Mishka's. It's cute that it's small but it also makes for a very awkward door opening. There was only one other small group, three people, inside and we almost felt like we had to wait outside in order to go in. But we didn't and we squeezed in and it just felt a little awkward and uncomfortable. We both wanted cones so we can walk and eat with one hand. He ordered the vanilla double scoop in the larger cone. It honestly just tasted like regular vanilla ice cream from the store. And the cone felt like a cheaper type of cone. I also wanted a cone, but I mostly wanted the cherry ice cream with a little bit of chocolate on top. This request was not fulfilled. She told me that it was by scoop and could not do that. I feel like there was a way to make this work... Like maybe the last scoop give me a smaller scoop of cherry to account for the little bit of chocolate I would want. But I was just met with a no and no other suggestion. I then followed up and asked if this could be done in the cup, which she said it could be so that's what I ended up getting. The cherry and dark chocolate flavor were both decent but honestly, they weren't the best gelato or cherry or dark chocolate flavor I've ever had. The dark chocolate wasn't dark in my opinion dark. Not to mention this was incredibly expensive. For both of us it was $20, and although he got the double scoop and I got the large it's honestly like a regular portion of gelato or ice cream. So yes, it's definitely on the pricier side and they're way cheaper options even in Davis. It's not bad, but it's not the best. I wasn't impressed by any means. And there can definitely be improvements. We might be back just because of the convenience of it, but it won't be a place that we seek out.

Good coffee but very unfriendly and unhelpful service. Always crowded, more so when UCD is in…read moresession.

Mishka's Cafe in Davis is a solid choice for a cup of coffee and breakfast. This is especially true…read moreif you're a student and want a place to read or study while enjoying your food. There is a lot of table space in the cafe and when UC Davis is in session, I've found many of the tables to be occupied by students doing just that. Mishka's Cafe has been around since 1995 and is a beloved place in Davis. It's a traditional cafe that has a welcoming atmosphere. When you first walk into the cafe you'll see the food case just to your left. It is filled with cafe items such as croissants, muffins, and cookies. There are savory items as well as sweet. I found the quality of the food here to be quite good and unique. Sometimes cafe food just feels like it came from somewhere else, but even if these did, they have a uniqueness about them. For example, the chocolate croissant is very flakey with a good amount of chocolate in the interior. It really surprised me! I also found the ham and cheese croissant to be very rich in flavor. My only gripe about either or these items was the heating method. I'm not sure how they are heated up, but they feel as though they used one of those quick heaters to quickly get them ready rather than a good toaster to get the items nice and crisp. As good as they are they were a bit limp due to the heating method. In terms of coffee, it's perfectly adequate. They have special offerings as well as their traditional menu. I found the coffee to be mild and friendly. It's not too strong nor very unique. It's just a solid cup. Sometimes that's really all you need.

My first time at Yoloberry yogurt!…read more I loved it so much!!! Walking up to it is very comforting as the yogurt shop is situated in what used to be an old house, so it doesn't give off industrial vibes, it gives more of a comfy home vibe. When I was inside, I was immediately greeted by staff at the front who welcomed me in and showed me where to begin. There was a lot of families present which is most likely due to the park that is right across the street as well as the front patio which has many tables to sit at family style. One thing to note is that they only have 6 flavors at a time. For my first choice, I chose to get a vanilla and strawberry swirl with fresh strawberries and watermelon gummies. I was very impressed with the amount of topping selection they have. Almost every topping you can dream of- they have. The most noteworthy of all was that the fresh fruit toppings were well sealed inside of a refrigerated area. All the fruit looked fresh and well maintained. If you look at the pictures below, you can see the strawberries I got. The whole bucket looked pristine. Overall, I love this place! I think that the prices are fair and I would definitely come back to visit yoloberry on a hot day or just for a late night sweet treat! Parents, bring your kids for a fun night out :)

Took a little stroll through downtown Davis and somehow ended up at Yolo Berry... as one does…read more Points where they're due: guava AND pineapple nondairy options? Say less. Service was quick, and the toppings situation is not a bar... it's a full-on WALL. Slightly overwhelming in a "how did I end up with this many things in my cup" kind of way. Also, kid size is the move because the bowls here are absolutely unhinged. But... it was BUSY busy, and you could tell. The stations were kinda messy, and the fruit looked like it had been through it. Not exactly screaming "pick me." So yeah... fun concept, solid options, chaos energy execution. I'd go back... just maybe not during peak yogurt rush hour.

Ordered a matcha and it had no matcha flavor, only cream. It was one of the most disappointing…read morematcha I ever had. Do not recommend if you want matcha but the brown sugar boba was decent.

Great boba spot!…read more Been here a couple times for some boba and snacking foods Everything here is great! The space is very open and has lots of seating available! The staff is super nice and welcoming into the space! The vibes are definitely there! The boba itself is super good! And they have many drink options! They offer glass cups to take home for a $1 more which is really cool in itself haven't seen a lot of boba spots offer that Quilting and unique boba cups to take home to reuse! The food is very good also and there is many things to try! All in all a great spot to hangout or grab a quick drink or bite Would highly recommend!

Cultivé Frozen Yogurt is a cute little downtown stop that basically solves the "I need something…read morecold and fruity immediately" situation. The açaí with fruit was the move, super refreshing, and the toppings bar is a dangerous game if you lack self control. Service was quick and genuinely friendly, and yes... we shared one and absolutely devoured it before I could even take a pic lol. Easy spot to wander into and back out of, would 100% be back.

The guy at front (I think owner?) was very nice and offered me a discount even after the allotted…read moretime, unprompted. I tried the raspberry no sugar added expecting it to be terrible but it was very sweet and creamy. Tasted a little artificial at the beginning but I still enjoyed it, especially the texture. The interior is clean and almost too much open space + a little awkward layout but I assume it fills up regularly and then it doesn't matter.

A nice little Asian market with snacks, drinks, and spices and condiments. The place is a little…read morehidden. Prices are fair and some items' prices are actually lower than other places. Service is good. Would come back for more snacks next time~

This market is kinda hidden and I like it that way ! They…read morehave just about all my favorite cooking staples , bites and my newest obsession is the vegan jelly squeeze snacks . Sooooooo good .

I've always loved getting the strawberry milk tea at Rare Tea because it's a nice blend of a…read morestrawberry smoothie with tea! It's a great pairing with boba and I would honestly recommend reducing the sugar because a lot of the sweetness comes from the strawberry jam they use. I went for a 30% this time but I would recommend even getting 0% for those that usually get less sugar for drinks. All of the staff have always been so nice when I went and there's a couple tables that you can do work at as well.

I've been visiting this RareTea since I was a student, and it continues to be a reliable boba spot…read moreright next to campus after all these years. Even when there are long lines to order, the wait is never long because the shop manages to prepare drinks in under five minutes. The menu offerings are pretty standard, and you can't go wrong with the fruit teas. My only guidance is to order them at 0% sweetness because the fruit flavorings are very sweet on their own. There is limited seating inside and outside, but it seems like most customers order their drinks to-go (campus is across the street, and downtown Davis is a couple of blocks away). Even with new boba shops opening in Davis all the time, I still go to RareTea for the consistency and convenience.