I had balsamic strawberry and orange cardamom. Their Ice cream is high quality! It was not too sweet and I loved it!! Service - was great! They let me try samples which was very nice and helpful:) Ambiance - small but very clean. They have some tables and chairs:) Highly recommend!! read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - Balsamic Strawberry & Orange cardamom - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

Heard good things about Bi-Rite so had to check it out while we were in the Mission District! It is conveniently located right across Mission Dolores park. We went around 8:30pm on a Saturday and it was a little busy with some limited indoor seating available. They had interesting flavors and we sampled a bunch - ended up getting a flight of the following four: Honey Lavender, Orange Cardamom, Cookies and Cream, and Piña Colada (vegan). We all liked the Honey Lavender, Orange Cardamom, and Cookies and Cream! The flavors stood out and satisfied my sweet tooth. My personal favorite was the Cookies and Cream. The Piña Colada tasted a bit too strongly of alcohol, so personally I wasn't a fan, but that was my bad as I didn't sample it beforehand. Overall, tasty ice cream with a good variety of flavors. I would give Bi-Rite a 4.5, rounding up to 5 since I enjoyed the ice cream. Would come back when in the area! read more

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Had such a great experience at Bi-Rite Creamery on 18th Street in San Francisco. The selection of flavors is incredible, so many unique and creative options that it's honestly hard to choose. The staff were super friendly and patient, which made the whole visit feel welcoming and relaxed, even with a line. The shop itself is cute and has that classic neighborhood charm. I had the crème brûlée, tiramisu, dark chocolate, caramel, and salted flavors, and every single one was amazing. You can really taste the quality in the ingredients, and the textures are perfectly creamy and rich without being too heavy. Clearly I got too excited and didn't take any pictures (twice now!), but that just means I'll have to go back again. Definitely one of the best ice cream spots in the city. read more

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Stopped in for the first time since there was no line and I understand the hype. I wouldn't wait more than half an hour for ice cream but it was very good. We got the flight and what I really enjoyed was that the flavors were spot on no question about what they were. We got earl grey, caramel cookie, banana, and sesame. The ice cream was perfectly thick and creamy and I'll be back anytime there isn't a line! read more

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I stopped by on a Sunday afternoon. The place was not full. I was able to sit on the bench. Ice cream was very creamy and delicious. Orange cardamom and salted caramel were my favorite flavors. Candied ginger and mango swirl was a seasonal flavor and had pieces of ginger. Earl grey and chocolate were good flavors. Banana bananza was a vegan flavor, and it was ok. I generally dont like vegan flavors. read more

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Got 2 flavor scoop in a sugar cone. My dog likes the vanilla. The caramel swirl was good. Service was good and there was little to no wait on a Friday night compared to other places around. read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

Not overrated at all this place's ice cream is so good! They have so many inventive flavors and they allow samples! It's right next to Dolores so wonderful location to grab some and sit at the park. And there seems to not be any abismal lines like garden sometimes gets! One of the best ice cream places! read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - Lemon cheesecake and blood orange sherbet - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

It was a hot day in SF, so ice cream was in order. Wandered over to Bi-Rite and the line wasn't bad at all. I opted for the seasonal flavors (lemon cheesecake and Moroccan salted caramel) in a cup. Yummy! The staff were super friendly and we were able to find space to sit on the benches outside. read more

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A great ice cream spot next to the park. If you don't want to wait in line you can buy a tub at bit rite market across the street. I like their black sesame ice cream. read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

I love the ice cream specially the black sesame seed with honey , one block from the park when sunny day come get some ice cream you can seat at the park enjoy the city view read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've heard all about this place, and the treats were delicious! The store itself is adorable, with a fun neon sign and a fair amount of seating. It felt like a cozy neighborhood ice cream spot. The store was empty on a weekend evening, which was surprising. As a result, the service was extremely fast. The ice cream tasted really high quality, with a natural richness and smoothness. I especially enjoyed the soft serve, a refreshing swirl of sweetness. Bi-Rite had some really unique flavors to choose from, including roasted banana and black sesame. The ice cream cakes looked so tempting - definitely need to give them a try! The store also had lots of pints of ice cream to buy. I loved my visit and can't wait to try more ice cream flavors next time! read more

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Kiddy scoops, always! Love that they have this smaller kids scoop option when ordering (and they don't put an age limit on it!) I got the creme brûlée and it was the perfect sweet treat after a savory dinner! Super attentive service and they are more than happy to hand out samples. A quick and easy pit stop and walkable from nearby restaurant. Will definitely be retuning for my kiddy scoop! read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here on a weekday night and there were quite a few people sitting in the ice cream shop along with a long line coming in after me and my friend. There were plenty of fun flavors to choose from, including basil, olive oil, black sesame, and piña colada. My friend settled on their Tiramisu and Crème Brûlée, while I got their Pumpkin Cheesecake and Mint Chip flavor. All these flavors were delicious and rich; the Mint Chip ice cream had a strong mint taste and aftertaste, and the Pumpkin Cheesecake was perfect for the autumn season. read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - October 2025 Flavors - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I've loved this ice cream shop for decades. To me it's the best ice cream in the Bay Area. Yes there's almost always a line but it moves well and the flavors are creative, tasty and organic. There is a seating areas for big humans and little humans. read more

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Got the roasted banana and tiramisu. Good icecream. Staff were friendly. There were some indoor and outdoor seatings.

Absolute OG ice cream spot in the Mission District of San Francisco that has stood the test of time for almost 2 decades. Fresh ingredients, unique flavors such as Balsamic Strawberry and S'mores, and a welcoming staff have made this place a favorite among locals and visitors. You'll be lucky if you drop by and don't see a line here, but the service is quick, so it moves pretty fast. We love their salted caramel, peach cobbler, and crème brûlée flavors. My daughter also likes their fresh strawberry popsicle. There's not a whole lot of space inside to eat, so you'll see that most people do a grab and go. Can't add anything more than what folks have already said over 10K reviews. So I'll just say this - at a time when newer ice cream spots have popped up all over the Bay Area with innovative flavors and better ambience, Bi-Rite still remains a must-try for all ice cream fans.... Highly recommend! read more

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It's been several years since I have tried Bi-Rite and they have really expanded past their small storefront. We got several flavors - honey lavender, black sesame, salted caramel, blueberry and tiramisu. They have a decent amount of seating so we sat down and enjoyed our ice cream. This is a staple to try in SF so don't miss out! read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

birite creamery is hands-down, one of my new favorite ice cream places to enjoy while visiting the city. The service is so good that they'll basically let you try any flavor while you're there. The ambience was pretty good, they had seats inside where you can enjoy your ice cream read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - storefront - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

such a perfect location for an ice cream shop next to Dolores park. such unique flavors to enjoy. i was happily feasting on the birthday cake and roasted banana flavors. i came on a hot tuesday afternoon and the workers were great and kind! they knew how to keep the line moving with positive energy and efficiency read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - birthday cake & roasted banana single scoop in a waffle bowl! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

The Peppermint ice cream rocks my taste buds, very yummy. The banana was really good too. I tried the peanut butter as well, very yummy. They don't give you enough hot fudge , they just squirt it on sparingly and it ends up being more like magic shell by the time you start eating. The service was pretty friendly, nothing special. The ambiance is cozy but The anything goes flag on the wall advertising every perversion is not necessary, I recommend just focus on serving great ice cream and no virtue signaling with the perversion flag. UPDATE: Hi Sarah, Thank you for taking the time to reply -- I appreciate you engaging on this. I strongly believe it's important for companies to stay focused on their core mission: creating a good product and delivering value to their customers. When businesses move beyond that and enter the culture war by promoting ideological positions, especially those many people view as harmful or dangerous, it risks alienating customers who simply want a quality product without political or social messaging attached. If a company chooses to promote one particular lifestyle or worldview, then fairness and consistency would suggest that all lifestyles should be treated equally -- otherwise it comes across as selective advocacy rather than inclusivity. I hope the company will reconsider its approach and return its focus to what it does best. Best regards, Dan read more

Always a nice spot to stop and get ice cream when in the Mission. Friendly service. Stopped by this week and was thrilled that they had FOUR(!!!) dairy-free/vegan flavors to choose from. Almost every ice cream shop I've been to will have a maximum of 1-2 df flavors at any given time, so this was a veritable cornucopia of options. The pina colada + banana bonanza was an amazing flavor combination! Thank you!!! read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - Banana bonanza + pina colada - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

She's yummy!!!! I think the line is worth it in my opinion! Traditionally and fun flavors!

Haven't been here for ages but I dreamily remember getting my pumpkin ice cream fix here years ago so here I am. Choosing between pumpkin cheesecake and pumpkin spice was hard but the decision had to be made. I went with the cheesecake bc staff rec. also went with the apple cinnamon bc no fall season treat is complete without it. Service great! Hardly a line that went fast! Def cuter than I remember on the inside..do I hear glow up! Love it! I'll be back! read more

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Bi-Rite Creamery - Mission District, San Francisco I've honestly never been to an ice cream shop with this many **unique flavors and options**. The employees are genuinely kind and incredibly patient--they don't rush you at all, no matter how many samples you want to try. You never get that awkward feeling of being hurried along, which makes the experience way more enjoyable. The flavors are creative, but the real standout is the ice cream itself. It's creamy without being heavy. You don't walk out feeling bloated or weighed down like you do with some overly rich, milky ice creams. It's light, balanced, and just feels right after you eat it. That's what really sets Bi-Rite apart. The ambiance of the store is also really nice, it's a small and cozy space but definitely very welcoming. It's bright and modern and very simple but also has a colorful and playful vibe to it. read more

I got the creme brulee and tiramisu ice cream with hot fudge. They were both great, so creamy and full of flavor. The creme brulee was rich but not overwhelmingly sweet. There was a little bit of the bruleed sugar too! I will say the one off putting thing about the tiramisu is the ladyfingers. They have a weird texture when mixed in and it felt oddly chewy. read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here and tried the flight. Line wasn't too bad and moves quick! They have a small sitting area and we were lucky enough to be able to grab a seat. The flight consists of 4 flavors of your choice. I really enjoyed all the flavors but the black sesame was my favorite. The ice cream does melt pretty quickly so make sure you eat it right away! read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

Definition of old reliable. 1. I haven't been in years but Bi-Rite lives in the back of my mind and is still as good as I remember. 2. Upon looking into the case, all of their flavors sound delectable. We sampled the pain suisse croissant (collab with Le Marais), creme brûlée, and roasted banana and ended up getting these flavors. 3. The creme brûlée wowed me and is one of the best bites of ice cream I've had in awhile. It's sooooo good. It's creamy and perfectly sweet and the caramelized sugar is crunchy (!!!) - such a perfect dessert scoop. 4. The roasted banana is literally that - a rich and deep banana flavor, I don't know how they do it. If you're someone who doesn't like fruit flavored things because they can sometimes taste artificial, this is the total opposite. Just try it. 5. I also love that they source local ingredients and focus on small batch production. read more

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Whenever one of my friends visits from out of town, we always end up at either new (to me) places or places I haven't been in a long while. This ice cream shop belongs to the second category, but it may as well be first because we both had fun trying new flavors. I had a small scoop of balsamic strawberry and a small scoop of olive oil. I forgot what she had, but it was delicious. I usually just like Vanilla ice cream, but these two were interesting and tasty choices. Still not my favorite ice cream shop, but for a day exploring the City with friends, this will do. Located on 18th St and Dolores St. Across the street from the Mission Dolores Park. read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - Balsamic Strawberry; Olive Oil - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

It's a perfect spot for amazing ice cream and a stroll at Dolores Park. Great flavor options and super delicious.

Unique flavors and many options. Friendly staff that let us try a bunch of options before deciding. Got the earl grey and it was delicious!

I stopped by after sitting down at Mission Dolores park and saw a line forming outside this ice cream shop. I ordered the tiramisu and carrot cake flavor. The tiramisu was amazing and spot on. The staff here were friendly and patient with handing out samples. There is limited seating here so it is better to grab and go. read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - Carrot Cake, tiramisu - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

A great location right across Dolores Park but the line can get long. All of their ice creams are made out of dairy but I was most intrigued by their "buffalo milk soft serve". Of course, I had to try it! Service was friendly and there was indoor seating. The soft serve was delightfully smooth and THICCK. It felt heavy on a cone when the worker handed it to me. Subtle taste and no aftertaste. This makes you want to continue licking the ice cream. Very unique! read more

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It's National Vanilla ice cream day . I went on a Summer Mission stroll to what better place to grab some gourmet Vanilla ice cream and the #26 in the World best place (The Daily Meal) for ice cream a half block away from Mission High School my old high school. I remember when this Bi- Rite ice cream first opened. Now it's almost a tourist trap with food tours and all but that is okay with me because this place got flavor. My favorite flavor is vanilla because it is a clean canvas and the vanilla ice cream can be made into many different variations of flavors it is an art form . Every scoop of vanilla is amazing. I also tried their trash ice cream from a collaboration with Shuggie's Trash Pie + Natural Wine called the Carrot Cake Extravaganza in the Mission . I went nuts over the walnuts which are upcycled and still good but not for sale at supermarkets. Bi-Rite is a stones throw away from Dolores Park to enjoy one of the world's best ice cream. Don't forget to get a sample of one of the best ice creams in the world. Come to Bi-Rite any flavor you can't go wrong but right take a lick and a bite they taken ice cream to a new height this is located by Mission High by Mission Dolores close to Dolores Heights they sell single scoops flavors or you can go on a Mission and catch the ice cream flight They say this Shuggie's ice cream is trash but it is a gem it has carrots it's made with good walnuts not from the trash from the strike just a bit overripe in collaboration with famous ice cream Bi- Rite this is the type of ice cream you can enjoy because it taste so bright you can wear your sunglasses and shades in SF at night read more

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My friend and I stopped in here for a quick ice cream treat when I was traveling through San Francisco this fall. Let's just say I have heard a lot of praise for their salted caramel ice cream and wanted to see for myself what the fuss is about. As always, I fully stalked the page before I even set foot in the establishment. This place is a cute little ice cream shop with some room to sit around, nothing too crazy. The girl at the counter was friendly. I decided to add spiced pecans as a topping to my scoop, and that was easily the best executive decision I have made in a long time. I did really love the flavor of the salted caramel. It was a perfect balance between salty and sweet. The sweetness of the ice cream was not sharp or hit you in the face, but rather deeply developed like a good caramel. My one complaint would be texture. I expected this ice cream to be much more creamier than it was. I even felt like there were pieces in my scoop that seemed a little icy. This could be down to personal preference, but it's no big deal. This ice cream shop is definitely a San Francisco institution and being located right in downtown. It is a must stop in anyone's Bay Area itinerary. read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - Salted Caramel - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

Tried the Salted Caramel, Crème Brûlée, Tiramisu, and S'more's. The Salted Caramel was amazing and is a must get. It has a great burnt caramel taste. Creme Brûlée was arguably as good (but would probably recommend Salted Caramel if choosing just one). The others were good, but not at the same level and not something I would order again. However, it's worth noting my gf really liked the tiramisu. Will 100% be back read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

I stopped in here after dinner with a friend a couple of weeks ago and ordered the mango ginger ice cream after sampling at the counter. I was a bit skeptical of how good the flavor would be, but it was actually the best one that I sampled - and super unique! I found myself feeling like one scoop was just not enough. I love the texture of the ice cream here - it is everything ice cream should feel like . I also appreciated how they let you sample as many flavors as you want - a dangerous privilege to give me, as I could get carried away trying a bunch if there's no one in line behind me! I hadn't had Bi-Rite ice cream for probably a couple years, but since I've had it again, I can't wait to come back! read more

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I'd passed by and peeked inside Bi-Rite Creamery several times when I was at Dolores Park before I finally decided to try it. I sampled the earl grey, which was sweeter than I expected and I would've preferred it less sweet so I could enjoy the bitter richness of the tea. I ultimately opted to get a small size in a cup of orange cardamom and honey lavender; it was $7 when including tip, so on the pricier side for the quantity of ice cream. I would recommend both flavors even though I'm not normally a citrus fan, and the honey lavender had a decently strong lavender flavor. read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - Small size in cup of honey lavender and orange cardamom - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

Must stop for us every-time we are in SF. Every flavor is good, mix and match for a flight, 4 flavors. Staff is patient and friendly. The place is small with limited seating. You can purchase their recipe book with all their ice cream concoctions! You can also purchase pints. Love this spot and will always make a pit stop here. read more

Yummilicous ice creams served in this iconic creamery right next to beautiful Dolores park!! Our kids enjoyed vanilla and chocolate flavors, and we savored on the tiramisu / toasted coconut / crème brûlée flavor!! Loved all of them - coconut was the best!! Must visit when in mission area!! read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - Front line / entrance - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came here with some friends on a Sunday evening and we had a great time trying Bi-Rite Creamery! The line was short and we were able to try multiple flavors. The server was so enthusiastic with giving our samples and he made the experience really nice. I got the Black Sesame and Roasted Banana, which honestly are my two favorite ice cream flavors! I'm happy Bi-Rite carries both of them regularly. It was creamy and soft, super flavorful with some texture too! We sat inside to enjoy our ice cream and the parlor is super colorful and child-like inside. I really enjoyed the entire experience and will definitely come back! read more

Bi-Rite Creamery - Black Sesame and Roasted Banana - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - San Francisco, California