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    Bruster's Real Ice Cream

    4.1 (66 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Steven T.

    This is my aunt's favorite ice cream shop so I decided to finally check it out on a hot summer night. I got their strawberry and caramel apple crunch ice cream inside of a waffle bowl. The ice cream had a good balance of creaminess and sweetness. I liked how the flavors were not super artificial tasting. Good classic ice cream with lots of flavors to choose from!

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    Varun S.

    I ordered hot fudge brownie sundae, service was quick and great, got chance to taste two flavors and finally decided to have cherry vanilla and graham cracker

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    Sharon H.

    They do the basic flavors really well. Good green tea. The Oreo didn't have a lot of Oreo so it was mostly vanilla. You pick up at the side, and there is ample seating at the benches/tables. Very cute and quick place to get ice cream. Not the best, but not bad by any means. Also really nice that they open later than most establishments around the area.

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    Mike K.

    Hard to go wrong at a Bruster's location. They are all usually very consistent and this location is no exception. Staff were friendly and our order was made quickly and correctly. There are so many favors to choose from and different way to enjoy them. Cones, cups, sundaes, shakes, etc. Most flavors remain on the menu permanently, but there are always a couple flavors of the month to check out. They run specials from time to time and have a reward program. Best way to keep up with new flavors and deals/coupons is to sign up for the reward program so you get emailed any specials.

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    Shrinath D.

    Bruster's is definitely one of my go-to ice cream spots in Fairfax! They close at 10 PM (later than most in the area), making it perfect for those "late-night" ice cream cravings. Bruster's has a an exhaustive and rotating list of flavors making each visit super unique. My South Asian parents were elated to try the kaju draksh flavor. My wife and I opted for the mint oreo and graham central station. The mint oreo was a delightful twist on mint chocolate chip, packed with loads of oreo chunks. Meanwhile, the graham central station stole the show with its graham cracker ice cream, cookie-dough-like sections, and chocolate flakes baked in. Overall, Bruster's is a great spot, but be prepared for some intense sweetness. My only complaint is that the sugar can be a bit overwhelming in your throat, and the cones could have been fresher. But aside from that, it's great! The price point and quantity is also unbeatable. A small has two full scoops, and is only $4.99 in a cup and 5.99 in a cone.

    Pete C.

    $5.99 for 2 scoops of ice cream in a waffle cone? I scream! Free baby cone (choco, vanilla, or strawberry) with sprinkles if you or your kiddos or random kids are under 40"? We all scream!! Limited outdoor seating around the corner. Bathroom in the Harry Teets next door or in a discreet bush if you're adventurois and have that YOLO mentality.

    Christine H.

    Love Bruster's. A ton of flavors to choose from and they change the menu every few weeks so it's a great rotation of flavors. The staff is always friendly and helpful. The ice cream is fantastic! They also have a rewards program available.

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    Great walk up ice cream parlor. Lots of different flavors to choose from. Great for an afternoon sweet treat

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    Favorite ice cream, hands down; not sure how many more characters are needed to say "the best".

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    The ice cream is delicious and the staff friendly...we even came for ice cream when it was 35F out!

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    3 years ago

    My medium had less ice cream than my friends small. Very odd. Ice cream was fine tasting but I don't get the hype.

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    2 years ago

    Gave a fair scoop of ice cream, flavors are good, nice staff and overall good experience. Definitely recommend

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    5 years ago

    Went midweek on a Tues around 6:30pm and it had a couple of people. Friendly staff, lots of options available. Will be back!

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    2 years ago

    Fantastic ice cream, it totally hit the spot. Great choices, all freshly made in house, and the waffle bowls/cones were super fresh!

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