Delicious Asian style, premium flavors. Have been here a few times now and it's always hard to pick…read morewhich flavor. My wife liked the Ube and fruity flavors the most. Not a huge place so there's some bench seating, but not s place to hang with a large group as it can get crowded and busy! Really good ice cream and a change of pace from the normal traditional flavors.

THE GOOD ----------------…read more+ AWESOME, AWESOME list of ice cream flavors, especially the Asian/Filipino-inspired ones! You're not going to find basic flavors here. ++++ Some of the more unique flavors include Matcha Cookies & Cream, Ube Cheese & Craquantes, Thai Tea, Buko Pandan, Halo-Halo, Milo Crunch, Ube, Bukomansi, Leche Flan, Avocado, Mango Graham and White Espresso Honeycomb Toffee ---- just to name a few. ++++ Some special flavors are seasonal, like Halo Halo, Thai Tea, Cannoli, etc. + Ube Cheese & Craquantes and Matcha Cookies and Cream were freakinnn' delicious and refreshing! + Plenty of parking outside since Francy's is part of a strip mall. THE NOT SO GOOD ---------------------------- - There aren't any tables to sit at, just 2 benches by the entrance. - A bit on the pricier side at $6.15 for a single scoop of ice cream and cones are extra.

This is a wonderful ice cream store that opened in our town a while ago. They have about 16-18…read moreflavors and 20 different toppings. There are cones, cups and waffles options available in three sizes. Prices are cheaper than some of the other ice cream parlors. Other than ice cream, they also serve some coffee based drinks. There's a standing table with some stalls and a small table inside the store. Rest of the seating space and tables are in front of the store, by W Madison ave. During our few visits, we tried the cotton candy and cookies & cream flavors. They were really creamy, no icy patches. Was excellent quality overall. The staff members were friendly each time, they quickly served the orders and did the checkout.

Dumbo Ice Cream 65 W. Madison Ave…read more Dumont, NJ 07628 Bourbon Pecan Cotton Candy Sal's Special Brownie Split Appearance: 9/10 Taste: 9/10 Conveniently located on Madison Avenue approximately one mile from the historic Camp Merritt Memorial Monument is a local ice cream shop. Owner Sal introduced me a couple of the most popular homemade ice cream flavors and one of his newly crafted signature desserts. Bourbon Pecan: Although the ice cream is made with artificial whiskey, it tastes identical to the real deal. Also mixed in this ice cream are swirls of caramel with pecan bits hidden beneath. Cotton Candy: Initially, I was hesitant to explore this flavor because I would never envision combining a carnival treat with a frozen dessert. As soon as I took my first taste, I instantly realized why this is a hit My only regret is that I didn't purchase an entire pint to go! And speaking of size, when you choose your desired flavor, pick one of the four proportions. Aside from cups, sugar cones, waffle cups or waffle cones are also an option. Sal's Special Brownie Split: If you are planning to explore beyond the ice cream itself, then you may want consider trying one of Sal's desserts that he created. In lieu of three traditional scoops, this specialty sundae has one scoop of brownie s'mores ice cream and two brownie squares; also included is whipped cream, caramel syrup, and a sliced banana. Combining brownie with banana surpassed my taste bud expectations by a long shot Now that you "have the scoop" check out Dumbo ice cream for a variety of homemade flavors. #dumboicecream #dumontnj #bourbonpecan #localbusiness #cottoncandyicecream #salsspecialbrowniesplit #njicecreamshop #icecream #homemadeicecream #madisonave

HIGHLY recommend. Lovely staff and good food. My husband…read moregot a hearty açai bowl; my kiddo got a cupcake and a lychee tea with popping lychee boba; I got a Sakura rose with coffee jelly; and we got a white chocolate pumpkin brownie to share. The white choco pumpkin was so smooth and lovely; we couldn't take a picture because we devoured it. It was that good. I took a sip of my kiddo's lychee drink; it was quite refreshing. I loved my Sakura rose; it was NOT overpowering and it had a lovely balance with the coffee jelly. Cute sitting arrangement, and you can sit and eat-in. Highly recommend. Card accepted.

Delicious creative bubble teas combos. They have ice cream, bubble tea, and a lot of bakery sweets…read moreand items. Cute spot. Very friendly service. I would definitely go back. Nice seating area also.

TLJ is a French Asian bakery that offers cakes, pastries, bread, and handcrafted beverages. "Tous…read moreles jours" is a French phrase that translates to "every day" or "all the time" in English... meaning all of their products are freshly baked daily! I visited the Bergenfield location on Mother's Day to pick up a cake. There's a parking lot in the back of the store. The interior is small with a few tables/seating available. Very clean, bright, and warm look. It was a busy Sunday morning, but the employees worked quickly and efficiently. Their cake menu has a huge variety of options - fruity flavors, chocolate, Asian-inspired flavors, etc. I ordered the Raspberry Lemon cake (~$45). Yes, their cake prices are on the steeper end... but they are beautifully decorated, elegant, made with high quality ingredients, and freshly baked on-site every day. The cake was packaged in a specially designed box. I loved the functionality of it; it was sturdy with handles for you to hold at the top. It even came with a complimentary cake cutter, matches, and Mother's Day cake topper! My mom and family enjoyed the cake. It was light, fruity, and zesty! Not overly sweet at all. The buttercream frosting was made out of raspberry cream cheese. The cake was moist and fluffy, with a taste similar to lemon pound cake. It had layers of raspberry and lemon filling. It was topped with yellow and pink piping for a vibrant pop of color. I would definitely come back here to get cakes for a special occasion. I would also love to try their decadent pastries and drinks - they have so many options!

Relatively new TLJ on Washington Ave Bergenfield. Small parking lot at the back which is a great…read morefeature because it's on a busy road. Quite small inside. I don't feel they have all the bakery items? Or they just sold out so fast? You can order coffee, tea, cakes at the counter. The staff seem nice. Some tables in the front for dine in. Very clean. Lights come in from floor window. It gives a relaxing warm vibe.

Dulce De Leche Bakery 55 W. Palisade Ave…read more Englewood, NJ 07631 House Cake When I opened the box, I immediately knew I was going to be in for a treat. In between the layers of cake are strips of dulce de leche with peach bits and cream. There is a crunchy meringue exterior and a garnished peach slice on top. It's not overpowering in sweetness and you'll definitely enjoy each bite. For the most part, I had a great time explorin' downtown Englewood. #housecake #dulcedeleche #dulcedelecheenglewood #palisadeave

Love that its a nice place to meet up with friends with ample seating. Everything looks fresh and…read morewith that many options, its very hard to choose what to get ! Lets start with the good, the cheese empanada was very cheese and with a lightly crispy/flaky crust. My daughter loved this! The caprese sandwich was warmed and so delicious! The chocolate mousse cup was light and airy with a crisp dark chocolate cup. One of the best mousse i have had! The cannolis my daughter loved . Now the bad... We ordered the mint lemonade for my daughter and found a bug in it ( like a fruit fly) as soon as it was brought to our table. When i took it back to the counter the lady just smiled at me and offered to replace saying she didnt "think" it was from the machine and just flying around. I told her it was unacceptable and would have been more upsetting had my daughter drank it. Then was given a light apology but thats all , which is so strange to me . Then i received the chai ( which at the counter i was informed could be made less sweet). It was overpoweringly sweet, when i took this back they said it was a premixed powder and already has the sweet mixed in ( very strange why i was told it could be adjusted then :/). Anyways, overall a nice clean place but check your drinks before drinking for sure . Loved all the food items we got though !

I've heard very good things the past 14 years about Empanada Mania…read more An award winning food truck, a catering business, and this tiny storefront producing big flavors. Street parking; only a few seats to eat inside. Basically a To Go place. These empanadas were awesome!! Big & stuffed with a very nice crispy, fried shell. ( they offer mini sized empanadas too) There are many options of Savory fillings, but I wish they had more "sweet\dessert" types. Which brings me to my favorite: the Guava & Mozzarella Cheese empanada... Best one I've ever had. For upcoming St. Patricks Day (for a limited time) they have -- The Reuben- filled with Smoked Corned Beef, Swiss Cheese & Sauerkraut. EMPAN-TASTIC! Wish I had a beer. -the Cuban Pork empanada made with an 8-hours smoked pork, with ham and mozzarella was very good, but I wasn't a big fan of the Sweet Thai Chicken empanada with, sweet Thai chili sauce, scallion and cilantro.. Maybe I was full... The fries are old school. Reminded me of boardwalk fries. Some a little greasy. Some a little overcooked & crunchy.. So if you like empanadas, you need to give this place a shot.

Empanada Mania 62 S. Washington Ave…read more Bergenfield NJ 07621 Angus Beef Bacon Cheeseburger Cuban Sweet Thai Chicken Spinach & Feta On the Southern part of Washington Avenue is a Latin American spot that specializes in homemade empanadas. Owner Galo and Manager Felipe introduced me to a variety of the signature product. Check out the outer layers of these crispy empanadas. If you think they look this good on the outside, wait until you see the inner fillings! Angus Beef: This original version of this folded hot pastry is packed with plenty of angus beef along with sautéed peppers & onions. Bacon Cheeseburger: This may have a similar appearance to the previous empanada, but do not be deceived. Imagine having a juicy succulent bacon cheeseburger in a crunchy shell in lieu of a hamburger roll. Cuban: Here's a perfect variation of the classic Cuban sandwich. The pork was smoked for several hours and it also includes ham and mozzarella cheese. Sweet Thai Chicken: It's time to try some Thai. The sweet thai chili sauce mixed in this Asian style empanada has the perfect blend of heat and spice. Spinach & Feta: If happen to be a vegetarian or If you just need a break from meat and poultry, the spinach & feta is a must try! As a bonus, these two secret sauces are fantastic supplements for your meat pies! Dunk away in the house made red hot sauce or if you are craving thousand island base with some top secret ingredients then go for the pink sauce. As another bonus, there is a state of the art coffee machine for hot beverages such as expresso, or cappucinno. All in all, each empanada was paradise. When I next return I'm looking forward to exploring their other empanadas as well as the side dishes. #empanadamania #empanadas #cuban #angusbeef #baconcheeseburger #SweetThaiChicken #spinachandfeta #LocalBusiness #foodstagram #eats #njfoodie #localspots #foodreviews

What a great addition to Tenafly! Great ice cream and such a cute outdoor space to enjoy it in!read more

From the owner: A gourmet ice cream shop with unique flavors, toppings and vegan optionsread more

The shave ice is equivalent to a lot of the places that I've had in Hawaii (and better than some)…read more My family's go-to is the Halo halo--the Ube ice cream is delicious. We also often get the ramen, and that's pretty good as well. I like that they actually have saimin--I've not seen that outside or Hawaii

New Milford, NJ - I love me some shaved ice and have been wanting to come here for a while, so we…read morefinally stopped by after a recent outing to the Bergen County Zoo and Van Saun Playground which are close by. Not only is the food awesome - I ordered a ramen, plain hot dog, and halo-halo shaved ice (addictively good) - but bonus stars to the staff who were sooo sweet! The Hawaiian style shaved ice and home-made ice cream are top notch. The ice cream is rich and delicious, with some unique flavors, and the shaved ice is very fine - fluffy and evenly slushy in texture and sweetness, unlike the inferior versions where you run into bland chips of ice. The toppings are yum too. The ramen noodles are springy, settled in a savory light broth. For a non-prestige grade ramen, I have no complaints. I also want to acknowledge the lovely hospitality. My child was in a tantrum-y mood and went to sulk by himself in a corner. Seeing the pouty little grump in a small fit, the girls at the counter coaxed him over with ice cream and stickers, which he of course eagerly accepted, pleased by the attention and confection, and was soon back to his endearing self. So I really appreciated their extra kindness! This is a fab joint for a quick-casual or just a perfect sweet treat!

HAPPY NATIONAL BOBA DAY (4/30)! It only feels right to update my review of my go-to spot in the…read morearea. NJ doesn't have many great boba places, which is why I'm EXTREMELY grateful to have Tsaocaa nearby. I'm a regular, and the drinks are consistently amazing. I'm pretty picky--I only like drinks with a strong tea flavor that really pulls through. My biggest pet peeve is when they're too milky, overly sweet, or taste artificial. Tsaocaa absolutely nails it! The tea to milk ratio is ON POINT! One sip in, and I could tell they use high quality, premium tea leaves and fresh fruit ingredients. This is one of the few places that truly gets both milk AND fruit teas right! Over the past two years, I've worked my way through a good portion of the menu. You really can't go wrong with choosing any drink! There are so many options--milk teas, fruit teas, slushes, fruit mojitos (non-alcoholic), yogurt slushes, you name it. It's the perfect mix of classic staples and more creative flavors. My top two favorites are: *Passion Fruit & Lime Tea - Get this if you want something refreshing, tangy, and tropical. I get it with no sugar since the fruit already brings a natural sweetness. And they actually use real passion fruit seeds! *Brown Sugar Black Milk Tea - The black tea is strong and slightly bitter, but the creamy milk balances it out. They don't go overboard with the brown sugar--just enough to give you little sips of sweetness. *King of Milk Oolong Tea - I don't usually go for oolong tea, but this one's starting to win me over. I absolutely LOVE the deep, roasted flavor. I order mine with less ice and either the lowest sugar level or no sugar at all. The baristas hit the mark on the sweetness levels and make it exactly how I want. When you order 30% sugar, you really get 30%. For the true tea lovers, I recommend 30% or none at all if you really want that bold tea taste. The tapioca pearls are addicting--soft, chewy, and not crazy sweet. Their pearls have a natural amber brown color since they're made from sweet potato, without any added syrups or dyes. Most boba elsewhere is made from cassava root and then dyed artificially. Yes, it's on the pricier side--but I am SO willing to pay for the higher quality! They have a rewards program, so if you collect enough points, you can score free drinks! There's a lovely barista who's almost always there--she makes my drinks just right and quickly every time. I do wish there were more seating though. It's a small store with just a table and a few stools at a counter. They do have wifi if you're thinking of getting some work done. This location also has a full menu of popular Vietnamese dishes like pho, lemongrass grilled pork, vermicelli bowls, and banh mi. I've tried the banh mi, and honestly, I'd skip it. Stick to the bubble tea here! Tsaocaa is a must try for all boba lovers! Get your sip on! They even have a 1000mL bucket size! *eyes emoji* I have to limit myself to one drink a month... or I'll end up with a 9-month old boba belly.

Tsaocaa is located at the plaza of ShopRite. Very convenient. They have many options of tea/mix…read moredrinks and food. I don't think every location serve hot food but this Englewood one does. Very friendly staff. Drink was quick to come out. Saw couple online order pickup while I was waiting. It's quite popular. Some seating but mostly a takeout place. I got brown sugar bubble tea (less ice and 50% sugar). It's average to me. I wish the bubble texture is more chewy. It's too soft for me. And it's not as strong flavor as other tea stores. Milk tea itself is ok. Not my top 3 choice but not bad either.

After spending $30 on un-edible cookies I wouldn't even want to walk by here…read more After dinner last night, my friend I decided to grab some sweets. The cashier was sweet and welcoming. J ordered a variety of cookies - red velvet, butter cream cheese and a crème brûlée. She also ordered a butter cream cheese cookie. Did we get the display cookies because both the red velvet and butter cream cheese were HARD AS FUCKKKKK. Like I never had a cookie that hard. I even tried cracking it on my kitchen counter and not a crumb fell off. I tried microwaving so that it can possible soften up - nothing. What the hell. I rather go ahead somewhere else. Trust me, this is not the spot. I'm still shocked at how hard they were.

The cookies and ice cream were sooo good! We ordered the s'more's cookie, the fruity pebbles cookie…read moreand a scoop of the Cookie Monster ice cream. The Cookie Monster ice cream is a combo of cookies and cream with cookie dough and very pigmented blue. The cookies are warmed before they give them to you. Perfect sweet treats!