We discovered this place sometimes in the beginning of August. It was middle of the week, around 2-3 pm. I parked the car on Broadway St. not to far from it. The city...it seemed like everyone in it was taking a midday nap. Streets were empty...until we open the door of Alaura Kitchen and Ice Cream ;) That's where all the crowd was!!! ;) It felt friendly and girls at the register asked if we would like to try some flavors before making our choices. 1I tried Maple Walnut and didn't want anything else after. My Yuma (daughter) tried Honey Lavender. I think these are still our favorites. We haven't been to the place since school started but I feel all are in need of that goodness. Their ice-cream is super-delicious. Even plain chocolate tastes like really cocoa!! There is no doubt you'll love it. It cozy inside too. :) Once you find this jewel, you'll just keep coming back! Go, explore! read more

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This is still a great spot in town for delicious homemade ice cream. They have flights, milkshakes, cones, cups, pints, toppings, you name it! I did want to update that they are no longer serving their tasty food dishes like cheese curds or grilled cheese, it's just ice cream now! BUT they still have great staff and a cute interior to visit. It's quiet and chill when no one is in and loud and bustling when busy, so you never know what to expect, besides good dessert :) read more

my favorite local ice cream place. it is so insanely good and their flavors are really unique! they have a handful of flavors they rotate with depending on the season. i do hope they try out new ones soon! i really recommend the lemon basil, endgrain espresso, honey lavender, blueberry french toast and more! read more

Living in pitman, or just driving through this is a great ice cream spot. They sadly stopped making grilled cheese sandwiches which were out of this world, but the ice cream is still top tier. read more

I've only been once, but I can see Alaura making the 5-Star Club when I make a few more trips here. Located on Pitmans Main strip, is this little ice cream haven. Although, don't sell Alaura short; apparently their food is a force to reckoned with as well, or so I've heard. I've only had their ice cream, so that's all I can comment on, but I'm definitely going to give their small plates a stab on my next visit. As far as that ice cream goes; it was pretty damned good hand dipped ice cream. There was a good variety, and there were even some funky flavors thrown in. I had a sample of the "balsamic roasted jersey tomato" which is a very bold choice. (Tasted ok....just not for me. I wouldn't turn it down if you GAVE it to me.) I had the peach, the Little One got her usual; chocolate with chocolate sprinkles, and The Misses got the Toasted Coconut, in the salted caramel cone. Everything was tasty and creamy. The menu changes as well, so there is always something to get here. I was told that they also have ice cream flights, which will be cool the next time I go too. There was ample seating inside, as well as few chairs outside, so we didn't have a problem finding somewhere to sit. Will definitely be updating soon after my return visit. Oh, Yelp has their hours messed up. They are open like noon on the weekends. read more

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Love this ice cream and assortment of flavors. My fav is the salted caramel which is simply irresistible. Cute spot in Pitman with great service and ice cream. They have 5 dollar flights and it's a great deal. Gets crowded sometimes inside, and flavors tend to run out. Get there early especially on a weekend. It will be worth your while to stop it! read more

How did I forget to review this gem of gems in Pitman. It has seriously some of the best ice I've ever eaten in this country (and I love ice cream more than anything!) with creative and delicious new flavors rotating frequently! Their grilled cheese sandwich is delicious, too. We come often for the ice cream, and have brought family, friends who enjoyed tremendously as well. We are so grateful for this lovely ice cream and snacks parlor. It has the cutest vibe, decor, is open late, and the staff are incredibly talented and kind! read more

Great homeade ice cream w vegan options. Loved the cookie butter. Can't wait to try more flavors!

The Ice Cream is incredible. Unfortunately, the place is so dirty inside. Looking at the walls, baseboards, and even the ceiling, it's disturbing. Also, there were flies and fruit flies everywhere. Noticed that their entrance door has absolutely no rubber seal and a 1/4 inch of light around the whole door. Can only assume bugs are wandering in all day and night. Invest a few hundred bucks and fix your door. There were 3 employees working and nearly no customers there. Seems there is tons of opportunity to have an employee deep cleaning. read more

I had a disappointing experience. I wanted 15 minutes holding a pint of ice cream at the front of the line while multiple people behind me were served. No one acknowledged me or asked if I needed assistance. I never got the chance to order my second pint, the one from the freezer had melted. I gave up, but the pint melted back, and I left completely frustrated. I won't be returning. read more

Ice cream is great! You have to go on a Tuesday to get a flight! We tried the vegan flavors and I thought they were tasty.

The ice cream was good, but after we got our ice cream we were chatting & finishing up the girl said, "hey we're closed." I get it that you're young have a date or a party after work but you don't rush paying customers out the door after they waited a good 20 minutes to order and get their ice cream. These young people need to learn some work ethic. Its not what was said, it's how it was said. read more

Still the best homemade ice cream in the area. Hands down! Service is excellent, only outdone by the original and unique flavors. read more

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Great little spot. The cheese curds and fries were excellent. The ice cream flights are a really great way to try their various flavors. Loved the birthday cake ice cream. Staff were super friendly and let us try samples of the different flavors before making our selections. read more

What a wonderful experience to enjoy a flight of ice cream!!! This way you get an enjoy four flavors and share with your table!!! And, samples are free for the asking!! Bonus points for vegan and dairy free and gluten-free options!!!!! read more

Best cookie crunch ice cream anywhere. Sometimes the air works and sometimes it doesn't but these kids always make sure you get 100% service. It's tiny and qwaint. Writing reviewsMaybe just needs a new paint job. read more

My friend and I stopped at Alaura while walking around Pitman. We both got grilled cheese sandwiches, and we shared a popcorn chicken with alaura ranch sauce. I'm not a huge grilled cheese person, but, they were pretty good. The popcorn chicken was our favorite though! They were tasty. We would definitely go back just for these again! Lol. We also got ice cream to finish off the night. I was a little disappointed that they didn't have any special flavors the day we went. I got cotton candy, and she got a chocolate with cookies. They were good, but I wish we could've tried more special flavors! Hopefully next time. read more

Since my first visit here I have been back multiple times. The ice cream here is divine and the staff is so friendly and helpful. Usually when I go my boyfriend and I get an ice cream flight (YES, that's a thing) and a few pints to-go. They have the best flavors around and the best quality as well. read more

Alaura Kitchen and Candy - An ice cream flight with 4 scoops of ice cream featuring mint chocolate chip, parent trap, blueberry, and black razz - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Pitman, New Jersey

I love Alaura! They have the best ice cream and gluten free fries!! The staff is friendly and super willing to accommodate my celiac disease. The store is so cute too. read more

I thought I knew ice cream before I met Alaura's. I was wrong. This is some of the best I've ever had and the shop is so cute. It can get really busy at times bit that's because it's good. read more

A variety of grilled cheeses -all of which are tasty and filling. The homemade ice cream flavors are amazing-always something for everyone. From the basics of vanilla and chocolate to the ultra unique cheezit chocolate chip and Parent Trap to even the in season flavors like fresh blueberry or fresh corn ice cream, we always look forward to this treat! read more

Originally I only planned to stop in here because I had a headache and needed to buy some water. Alas, I was with my mother, who arguably has the largest sweet tooth in South Jersey (potentially the whole state), and she can never resist ice cream. And of course, I got ice-cream envy and requested a vanilla milkshake. Coke products are also available from a small case up near the front door. Yes, I keep cheating on my "eat cleaner" resolution, but at least this pretty stuff was homemade from an adorable little neighborhood shop! The ladies working were very friendly and accommodating, and it didn't take long to receive my $5 milkshake, no whip cream. It was whipped up thick, so they suggested grabbing a spoon too. Seats are comfortable if you plan to eat in, but keep in mind it's an ice cream shop so it could be loud. I had to leave fairly quickly because small humans shrilling in my ear with a pounding headache isn't an ideal combo. Alaura also offers hot dogs -- a fact I noted as an after thought while paying. This also bodes poorly for my resolution. I'm sure I'll be back soon to try some more creative ice cream flavors (dirt, anyone?) and grab a bite. And for what it's worth, my mom inhaled her butter pecan cup in about .2 seconds. read more

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A must stop for a warm summer night treat! The shop is located downtown in one of the vintage store fronts. A timeless logo is centered in the shop window. Owners have tried to keep the vintage charm inside, too. The walls are the palest ice pink, with black accents from black metal tiled ceiling, chalk board menus, and vintage picture frame. They've aptly paired the vintage charm with modern patterned curtains, seat cushions in a chevron pattern, both in black and white, and a selfie photo board. The store offers seating at three high top tables and four regular height tables, as well as making wise use if their store front window with seat cushions, plus outdoor seating in a few chairs. Nice 'front porch' gathering feel as you walk part satisfied customers enjoying treats. Alaura's Kitchen offers homemade caramels, waffles, frites, and homemade ice cream. The have unique flavors like lemon basil, peach bourbon, cinnamon toast crunch, bananas foster, and root beer. Plus the offer your traditional flavors- chocolate, vanilla, butter pecan, birthday cake, chocolate chip cookie dough, and more! I tasted the lemon basil as a recommendation from a friend. It was wonderfully mild while the basil was stronger than the lemon while my tongue expected the opposite. I also tasted the chocolate, vanilla, dirt, and root beer, but I personally ordered the butter pecan. Oooooo, it was perfection. The ice cream had a rich flavor from the buttered roasted pecans and the deep butter pecan color all through the ice cream, not just sparingly around the nuts like some ice creams. I'll return to try the frites with toppings, and of course more ice cream! read more

Alaura Kitchen and Candy - A Pitman specialty ice cream/candy store where a vintage store front offers cool treats in summer. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Pitman, New Jersey

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Went out for date night. We were impressed with the nostalgic look and chalkboard. Staff was friendly and helpful. Once we sat down to eat our ice cream we were swatting gnats away constantly. The table next to us actually went outside to eat because they were experiencing the same thing. The gnats were relentless. Ice cream was good but wouldn't return due to this lack of cleanliness. read more

This place does not disappoint. They are phenomenal. I'd recommend for any true ice cream lover. They always have a wide range of super unique flavors. That sets them apart in my opinion. Not to mention the employees are always kind and patient with my super indecisive children lol. read more

Alaura Kitchen and Candy - They always have a wide range of unique flavors. Cookie butter and Cinnamon Toast Crunch were my favorites - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Pitman, New Jersey

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Homemade ice cream with creative flavors and generous portions. The chocolate peanut butter is amazing. Check the website for list of flavors since the change on a regular basis read more

Seriously the best ice cream. I usually get a flight of ice cream which comes out to $5 and change which is a crazy good deal!! I've tried blueberry bourbon smash, boardwalk orange, mint chip, basalmic roasted cherry, guava, and honey lavender. My favorites are definitely the first four flavors listed. I definitely have to go back and order some pints of these. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area!! read more

We went to This place after our meal and had ice cream and chocolate shakes. They were both delicious and hit the spot. The people there were friendly and accommodating! Will definitely be back again. They also have hot dogs and beer battered cheese Kurds as well as Belgium fries that are double fried for that true authentic fries. read more

Wow. My favorite ice cream shop in the area!!!! If you're looking for ice cream, you have to try this place. I got the lemon basil (gluten free) and vegan nutter butter in a regular cone. My boyfriend got the brownie batter and Madagascar vanilla in a waffle cone. We loved all our flavors. My favorite flavor was the vegan nutter butter by far. They also had regular nutter butter as well. The scooper gave us so much ice cream and also let me sample flavors beforehand. I loved the hard texture of the ice cream which kept it from easily melting. We got our ice cream, which was about $8, and sat outside on the store front seats. This place is the best. I'll be returning and recommending! read more

Alaura Kitchen and Candy - Left: lemon basil, vegan nutter butter. Right: vanilla, brownie batter. All delicious!! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Pitman, New Jersey

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New ice cream flavors every week and non dairy options as well. If on a chilly evening, their grilled cheese and tomato soup are phenomenal.

Vegan ice cream!! This ice cream shop is fantastic. They change up flavours frequently and always offer at least one or two vegan flavours daily. Very high quality hand-dipped ice cream. Have yet to try the food or candy, but I'd expect it to be of a similar quality. It's also very cute inside! read more

The best ice cream in south Jersey Flavors are always different so you need to check Out the menu read more

Good hotdogs, fries and ice cream ! They dont try to have a big menu, so what they do, they do well. Staff is nice and a fun place to visit . I wish they had more tables, but they do have seating. The town of Pitman is a little gem and this restaurant fits in perfectly. read more

This place doesn't have a bad flavor of ice cream. I never have regretted a trip here and it's always worth the price. Also, its good family place. read more

Always great homemade flavors, lines can get long but always worth it. Cute little shop in the middle of pitman

The food was okay, the building is small, no suggestions were made to us as first time customers I would have bought more had I'd known they had other things like fries. The food was simple so the extra long wait had me regretting my decision to visit as there was only one other family present. It shouldn't take 45 mins for a grilled cheese. read more

I really loved this place. We went just for ice cream, but will try some food next time, too. The inside was pretty and simple. Cute small tables for smaller children with some books. Clean, simple design. Lots of seating. They had a lot of fun flavors of ice cream. We tried lemon basil, dirt (chelate and Oreo), cannoli & mint chip-- all were really great! read more

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Good food! I had the grilled cheesesteak sandwich which was very good. I also tried the homemade ice cream which was a great dessert. Setting in the window and people watching downtown is a great experience. read more

This place has great homemade ice cream with many flavors. I personally love the cookie butter flavor. I am also a huge fan of their French fries with dipping sauces. You really cannot go wrong here with a light dinner and an ice cream dessert! read more

New to Pitman and this place makes me feel at home! The service was great. Ice cream was A1 and they even have food here which I am so exited to try. I asked for the servers name before I left and forgot it two seconds later so if she's reading this right now shout out! You're awesome and sorry I forgot your name already! Definitely recommend this place read more

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