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    Bruster's Real Ice Cream

    4.1 (37 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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    Will M.

    Little window ice cream shop next to fort Belvor in a mid sized shopping center. Thankfully it's open an hour later than most dessert spots in the area. Lots of flavor options. The line moved quick! Not much seating though. Ice cream did have a fresh texture you don't always get.

    Sample sized. My son has classes next door to this location. Not worth the price or wait. Ordered this in a waffle cone. Glad they decided to do what they wanted and put it in a bowl. Would have fallen to the bottom of the cone. Didn't even fill the cup.

    "Small" waffle cone! Oat milk two flavors a day / freshly made
    Lin F.

    I love the alternative dairy free options! I can be a kid again and join my mini me indulging in sugar rushes and brain freeze! Fast friendly service from teenagers who genuinely appear happy! Ambience casual and 3 outdoor patio umbrella tables. Parking is street or grocery store parking lot at Wegemans and walk over to the order window. Sugar cones made daily, two oat milk flavored ice creams today was strawberry and choco mocha chip. I got both! Strawberries one tasted a bit tart and refreshing- I love that tartness - less sugar! The choco mocha chip was rich and creamy very sweet - I also liked-- if I had the choice of one scoop-- then probably strawberry next time. I'm on vacation so I don't have to Choose!! I will eat both- hips can bulge. Kids under 40 inches free scoop! My 14 yo is 60 inches and didn't pass the height requirement. Tip may be included in Apple Pay!

    3 scoop waffle cone: Brookie Chocolate (monthly special), Strawberry and Vanilla. Delicious premium ice cream and homemade waffle cone!
    Nikia F.

    I went around 7pm on a Monday. Though there were about 5 people ahead of me in line, it went by pretty fast. Service was friendly and the premium ice cream and homemade waffle cone were absolutely delicious and just what I needed on a hot day! I had a 3 scoop waffle cone with chocolate brookie ice cream (special flavor), strawberry and vanilla. I will definitely be back soon!

    Waffle bowl with two scoops, hot fudge and m&ms.
    Esha Z.

    Street parking available, or you can parking behind the building. Across from DonutChew and Peri-peri. No indoor seating, you just order at the storefront (menu is above the window so you can see the flavors and toppings). They have outdoor seating, and the weather was gorgeous so we enjoyed our ice cream outside. There is a decent amount of rush, but line moves quickly. Only took a star off because other ice cream places serve you much faster, you really don't need to be waiting 15 min for a couple scoops of ice cream. They also mixed me and my sister's orders a little bit, as she asked for the chocolate coffee ice cream and I asked for cookie dough, but they were switched lol. Still delicious though!

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    Alicia M.

    Love the seasonal ice creams and they have coupons for a BOGO offer for waffle cones until 3 Dec, which is awesome! I had the Caramel Apple Crunch seasonal ice cream and it was SO delicious. Ribbons of caramel and so tasty that I forgot to take a picture. May have to go back to get another! Great location with good service! They have benches and tables outside as far as ambiance goes, but they are clean and have umbrella coverage which will be nice in the summertime.

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    Elizabeth O.

    Service was very quick for being late sunday night! I ordered 2 oreo milkshakes and added fudge to both. It is pricey for being 2 small shakes, came out to $16.83 ! they were good , they just had way too many oreos at the bottom for my liking personally! Definitely liked how dogs get free pup cups any day!

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    Danny B.

    The cherry chocolate chunk is amazing! Giant chocholate chuck an and giant real cherries in the ice cream too. The banana pudding is pretty good too, but I would add some chocolate too it, whether it be chocolate chips or hot fudge. The regular chocolate is not very good, this place is better with their specialty ice creams.

    Caramel Apple Crunch Oreo Cake Cone
    Shameeka B.

    Was excited to see a Bruster's was coming to my area when they were working on opening the store because it's this is an ice cream shop that was in my college town. The service was great, the prices are very reasonable, and the selections and changes of flavors is what I love the most. I've been telling my friendly and friends to check them out. I know I'll be back, specifically for the many options they offer.

    Cake Cone (Strawberry & Vanilla) - Cup of Non-Dairy Cookies n Creme w/Oreo
    Jacqueline A.

    We've been anticipating Bruster's opening for a few weeks now so we had to come on opening day. Service was pretty smooth and the options were plenty, including a vegan/non-dairy cookies n creme option (which was a nice surprise because usually you're stuck with plain chocolate or vanilla if you need/want a dairy alternative). I ended up trying that and it was nice! Softer than real ice cream but didn't have that weird flavor or aftertaste. Looking forward to trying many more flavors soon. Parking at the rear of the shopping center or at Wegmans is probably best as this area is always quite busy. They do have a few umbrella tables and benches right out front, and benches are generally scattered up and down the sidewalk on the street so there's plenty of space to sit and enjoy your treat!

    Elecktra B.

    The store owner (James Woodland) at this location is truly a wonderful human-being!!! Fridays and weekends are golden at this location. True to Bruster's mission statement... family and contentment is motive. The ice cream or frozen treats are always delicious at Bruster's and the family events this locations provides are welcoming and wholesome. Cheers to continued success James... you deserve it!!!

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    Love this place! Great choices and options. A nice little place to go to for dessert after a meal.

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    wonderful variety of flavors of ice cream and we had excellent service. really loved a scoop of PA here in Northern VA!

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    Choice of flavors and types were great. Customer service was excellent. The ambience is relaxing and perfect. They even do cute pup sundaes.

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    Good service; delicious ice cream with a variety of flavors. Reasonably priced, family friendly and in a great location

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