Bruster's is a great stop for some summer ice cream! It's a grab and go kind of place but they have outdoor seating sprinkled around. I noticed they added more lawn chairs since the weathers nice! The staff is always helpful and quick at serving orders. They have a bunch of flavors to pick from and honestly it can be sort of a hit or miss. The classics are always great though like the cookies and cream or butter pecan. I got the cherry vanilla and honestly that's my bad because I thought it would be real cherries not maraschino cherries lol. The mixed berry cheesecake was so good though, it had a mixed berry jam and graham crackers swirled throughout. The pistachio was another slight miss for us. I appreciate the amount of pistachios sprinkled throughout but the base was giving amaretto/almond flavoring as opposed to a true pistachio ice cream. (I also don't like amaretto) so that doesn't help lol but overall glad I tried the flavors and now I can try different ones next time! read more

Bruster's Real Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

I'm a long time fan of Bruster's! Today I tried their strawberry matcha which is part of their spring 2026 menu. It was essentially their strawberry ice cream and matcha put together. The strawberry flavor was very strong, so much so that I couldn't really taste the matcha. So it's good if you're a strawberry ice cream fan! I did like how it wasn't too sweet. David had the Caramel Brownie Batter. It is very caramel-y. The brownie bits are very much ooey gooey batter-like rather than solid brownie chunks. I do think the single scoop is a bit overpriced ($5.20 something) which was only $.70 cents less than David's double scoop. read more

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This has been my family tradition to come here right when the weather breaks. My favorite thing about Bruster's is the FLAVOR OPTIONS and they change every so often. My favorites over the years have been *Cotton candy explosion - Milkshake / or as Waffle cone *Birthday cake milkshake with crumbled Oreo & sprinkles. If they don't have birthday cake, I get the same toppings with cake batter ice cream. Today I got Cotton Candy explosion milkshake , my son got 1 kids cup cookie dough ice cream topped with M&M , and my daughter got a small waffle cup with cake batter and whipped cream. We always go across the street to the local town center to lounge and eat there and it's always a vibe. Now for the first time today I order online ... and I will say there was a bit of confusion with my order but they didn't take long to retrieve it, but aside from today there never been any friction ordering. read more

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I always wondered why there's a long line outside Brusters well I tried their non diary raspberry truffle waffle cone and it was delicious!!!!!! Family friendly environment... Definitely on my list of must haves! read more

Bruster's Real Ice Cream - Non diary ice cream cone/raspberry truffle - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

Amazing so many different and out of the ordinary flavors to choose from service was amazing everyone was nice and dressed silly , before I got my ice cream my cone broke and they gave me a whole new one and they give you a coupon with the order such amazing vibes and an amazing place. read more

First time here during a Tesla owner meet up event. No rain and temperature cool. We both had waffle cone with scoops of Dubai chocolate, pistachio, mint chocolate chip, banana and strawberry ice creams. Very tasty and was free because it was wear your pj's day!!! The crew at Bruster's were efficient! Location pretty convenient and has a chill vibe. read more

Bruster's Real Ice Cream - Bruster's Gaithersburg! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

I have not been here in so long. We parked and walked up. I was going try a different flavor for a change, but once I saw my friend got my favorite, Graham Central Station, I couldn't resist and got the same thing. It was so worth it. The flavor and chocolate pieces reminded me to never wait so long in between visits again. With the coupons they give you, it is surely worth a return visit soon (and they have a rewards program too). read more

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I had never been to Bruster's before, and I'm so glad that changed. The shop boasts so many creative and delicious flavors, such as Dubai Chocolate (packed with pistachio) and even offers free samples. The staff honestly seem to enjoy working there and could not be nicer. The shop offers walk-up ordering and there is seating (although I am sure it's packed during the summer). I went with Birthday Cake on a cup and it came chock full of sprinkles, in such a generous portion. There is plenty of free outdoor parking in the shopping complex. read more

Been a while since we have been back to this place. It is busy as always. I recommend parking further away to not be in the crosshairs of the cars that are waiting for the drive through. I remembered this place having overly sweet options, but this time around, I ended up getting flavors just at the right sweetness. I tried the Ube flavor and the Strawberry Matcha flavor. Both excellent choices. They make it so quick. Oh! Don't be daunted by the amount of people because they move fast and most people stick around to eat their ice cream before leaving. So it may look like a lot of people, but they aren't all waiting in line. So I have been around the ice cream block several times now and I have to say this place has the most variety for the value and freshness. The downside for me is how busy and loud it can be here that could end up making the experience less pleasant. When we were here, cars were revving and honking. Kids screaming and running around. And it was hard to have a peaceful chat while having ice cream. This in turn made us hurry up and finish the ice cream so that we could leave. This has to do with the location and the population density here. Nothing on Brusters but still a consideration if you plan on visiting. read more

Bruster's Real Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

Unfortunately, when ordering a banana split, you advise them the ice creams you want the toppings you want and it's a gamble what toppings are gonna come on ice cream but I was pleasantly surprised that the cherry vanilla had hot fudge on it. The butter pecan had marshmallow on it, and the caramel apple crunch had the butterscotch whoever Made my banana split did an awesome job. read more

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I am an ice cream conoiseur and Bruster's is doing it right. The ice cream here is well made, and the owner is extremely attentive to his business I love the concept, I love the product, and I would rather this place 6 stars if I could. BTW, kudos for accepting feedback, came back and everyone were wearing gloves! Awesome establishment! Everyone, let's support a great business. read more

Bruster's Real Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

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I was hoping to really love this ice cream spot but it was just ok. Located in the parking lot of a strip mall, they do have a lot of flavors to choose from. A lot of them are a bit over the top, so if you like ice cream which has lots of stuff added, it might be for you. An example is the coffee oreo. I've had this many other times which I've liked when the oreo pieces are small and just add flavor. Here, they are almost half pieces so they dominate both in terms of size and flavor. I had a waffle cone which was good. They have waffle cups and the usual other cones and bowls. The ice cream itself was reasonably creamy, however it was already melting when it was served. Granted it was a hot day outside, but it was very melted before it even got in my hands. That isn't great. One other knit was that the server didn't give any napkins out. I had to go back to ask for some and by then, it was a runny mess making it less enjoyable to eat. Overall, it was ok, but given how many other ice cream places exist, I don't think I would return. read more

One of my favorite ice cream places. Good service. Check online for coupons. They will give you some as well. I usually order pistachio waffle cones or sundaes. Kid size enough for an adult if watching your weight. Local ambiance read more

First, I would like to say this is the best location I've ever been to. They have outstanding customer service I love their chocolate chip ice cream. Unfortunately, I found out they discontinued my flavor again . So I asked the cashier what other flavors they would recommend to me since chocolate chip is the only flavor I've ever had. She mentioned chocolate chip cookie dough. I told her Nahh, I don't like that one. Then she mentioned how about mint chocolate chip? I told her I've never had it before. So she asked me if I wanted to try it. Of course, darling, I sure do. Y'all, I've been in a relationship with this one ever since. Thank you to the wonderful cashier who helped me find my new favorite flavor. Oh please don't get rid of this one . read more

Bruster's Real Ice Cream - My favorite mint chocolate chip ice cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

This place always has a line and for what? Very overhyped. The ice cream is always so sugary and cheap tasting. We need to replace this with a Jeni's ice cream... they're not as sweet and much more creamier. I'll leave it at a 3 since it fulfills the itch but it is definitely not 5 star ice cream!! read more

I actually like gelato better so it's hard for me to give a five star to an ice cream place but there's so much fun at Bruster's and so much community buzz. It's worth it. read more

If you want amazing real ice cream go here! All their flavors are so good. And the service is so great! They give you little samples if you're unsure of what you want and the ambiance is great for summer or eating ice cream in the car during winter Highly recommend! My favorite flavor is the New York Cheesecake, comes with chunks of pie crust! read more

Bruster's Real Ice Cream - Top is Rum raisin, bottom is New York cheesecake on a sugar cone - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

I didn't think I'd come here to review a chained ice cream store that I regularly goes to, but I am amazed by the new flavor tonight I feel like it deserves a recommendation out loud! My family comes here probably at least twice a month even during the winter season, they are always high quality, creamy, great quantity and nice customer service. Already a spot you should go if you are nearby, but tonight, as a pregnant woman craving calls... We went 10 mins before they close at 10pm. I have their Bruster's reward which is also why we go there often, and I got a notification about 2 new flavors - Strawberry Matcha and Mixed Berries Cheesecake for Spring. While I remember Mixed berries Cheesecake and not arouse about it; matcha?! I don't think I've seen an Asian style tea before which I'm intrigued to try. Oh my word, what a surprise! I got myself ready that it could be too sweet or odd matcha flavors, I've had too many places that make matcha ice cream and either made it too strong that made it bitter, or not creamy enough cause it's a "tea ice cream", or worst is too sweet cause they want to cover that bitterness of not using high quality matcha. Bruster's Strawberry Matcha was perfect! It's creamy, not too sweet, matcha strong but not bitter, and the strawberry also, has some strawberries sandy seeds in it! It's perfect spring flavor ice cream! The texture and the creaminess really surprised me. I think this might be my new go-to flavor! Overall I say you definitely should try them. It's a great hangout spot as well. Be adventurous and try their new flavors cause they are not joking about being expert in making quality ice cream! read more

Bruster's Real Ice Cream - Strawberry Matcha ice cream - New go-to flavor for Spring! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

Sometimes you wake up with a hankering for ice cream in the middle of winter what can I say? I got the banana nut bread ice cream and when I tell you my jaw DROPPED after I took the first bite. Never going to another place again, it's delicious! I also noted that they have sugar free and vegan/non-dairy options which means I can come back with my husband! Love the convenience of a drive through, and staff didn't mind that it took me three years to pick a flavor off of their huge list! No indoor seating, you walk or drive up which feels very fun and I can imagine this place might be very busy in summer! Very chill ice cream shop (pun intended) read more

Bruster's Real Ice Cream - Banana bread ice cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

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I love Bruster's, especially their sundaes and seasonal flavors. It's my go-to place when I want comforting ice cream. The service is very fast and friendly, making it a great treat spot. read more

4 Stars Bruster's in Germantown is my go-to ice cream spot, and I keep coming back for one thing: Nutty Coconut. It's perfectly creamy, nutty, and just the right amount of sweet. I always get it in a cup no toppings needed, it's that good, to me. There's a solid variety of flavors, and the ice cream quality is always on point. If you get there early, there's outdoor seating available and plenty of parking, which is a big plus. Now for the not-so-great: the line is always long!!! especially in the evenings or on weekends. The drive-thru? Even longer. Service is fine, but when they're slammed, you can't expect too much. Honestly, I recommend doing online pickup to skip the wait and just grab and go. Super easy. Overall, Bruster's is definitely worth it especially for that Nutty Coconut. Just come with a little patience (or a game plan) and you'll be good to go! read more

What's there not to like for great ice cream?! As a chain, Brusters is consistent in its flavors and its concoctions. This had only an outdoor eating area, so we were grateful it wasn't raining. The staff were very pleasant and helpful. We will definitely go back to this location. read more

Best ice cream in the DMV, hands down! The consistency is perfect - creamy but not too milky & not overwhelmingly sweet like most places. Super affordable, with large portions & the staff is always incredibly friendly! Death by Chocolate is the only flavor you need. It's 1 of the best chocolate ice creams out there, period. read more

These people are awesome Very friendly The ice is is a lil expensive but worth it Great customer service read more

The absolute bomb period!!! My go to is Banana and Death by Chocolate in a cup. The queue can be long, but it moves quickly. They usually have 4 windows opened for service. Ample parking! read more

Delicious ice cream treats with many flavors including a sugar free option which changes regularly. A nostalgic experience of waiting in line around the cute red building and deciding which flavor to try as they frequently change new flavors. My fave is strawberry and I usually do a 2 scoop waffle cone. I do one of my go to strawberry and one of a new flavor. Last time I tried the banana pudding new flavor and was not disappointed. Also - the line is usually very long during prime times but the staff never let it get to them. They are so friendly and move the line quickly. May i recommend little hand flags for the cashiers ? I notice sometimes these wonderful employees have to yell multiple times to get next in line to their window. I bet after all the customers they have sore throats after work. They could wave a little flag out the window notifying the line their window was open to next in line instead of having to overwork their voices just a thought It's truly the best ice cream around. read more

Perfect place to get a cool treat on a hot summer day. The lines can get crazy based on the painted arrows all over with the cones to make rows. The drive through can back up to the road. They have plenty of staff and seam to move fast. The ice cream is delicious read more

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Bruster's offers fabulous, interesting flavors of high quality ice cream and different seasonal sundaes like strawberry shortcake and apple pie. I strongly recommend that everyone try it once. I promise you'll be back! read more

The ice cream is seriously top notch. The flavors are all so rich and delicious. I wish they had more seating so you don't have to sit in your car to enjoy it before it melts. There is often a long line but it usually goes fast and is just a testament to how good it is! read more

Service is really good then comes ICE CREAM and man o' man especially the chocolate raspberry, can I say orgasmic Love the different ways to have it whether diff comes or cup, it's all Delish!!! can I say how Patient the servers can be for folk like me who cant decide..the Walk Up is great. read more

The yummiest ice cream I've had in a long time!! The service was fast and friendly, and the servers wear gloves which was very appreciated. The ambiance was cute and reminded me of an old timey ice cream parlor. The ice cream was deliciously creamy and rich, with lots of chunks of cookie and add ins. No ice crystals and no freezer burn, just perfect homemade ice cream. read more

Amazing ice cream and impressive service for a busy afternoon! The small ($5.90) comes with two scoops, and I had one scoop of raspberry chocolate truffle and one scoop of thin mint. Both flavors were to die for!! This is a classic "ice cream counter" type of place, with only a couple benches by the pick up window. My plan was to enjoy my ice cream at the nearby Seneca Creek State Park, and the employees were kind enough to pack my ice cream up with a plastic lid, spoon and napkins in a to-go bag. Can't wait to come back!! read more

Bruster's Real Ice Cream - Chocolate raspberry truffle by the water - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

Happy National Ice Cream Day! I decided to celebrate by heading over to Bruster's Real Ice Cream shop and celebrate. I guess a lot of people had the same idea, because the crowd was popping. I like the drive in window, because I don't have to get out of the car. I ordered my usual, the Dino Sundae with Graham Central Station ice cream. I felt like a child again, with my ice cream, chocolate sauce, sprinkles, and dinosaur cookie. The people who took my order were so sweet and had my order ready in a jiffy. My ice cream flavor has bits of graham crackers laced throughout. Some people eat breakfast for dinner, I ate my sundae, before dinner. It was cool, creamy, and refreshing. So, on a hot day, give yourself a cool treat and support a local business. Thank you Brewster's! Thanks read more

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Very good ice cream - better than homemade 'cause someone else does the work :-D Lots of really good flavors to choose from. Every order comes with a coupon to help save some $$ for the next visit - and (for us) there IS going to be a next visit. read more

Such good ice cream...which usually means a line on a warm night. Line moves fairly quickly except when people can't figure out what to get even after standing in line in front of several menu signs for at least 15 mins. WTF people! They're totally staffed with summer help and close late until 11pm now. Nutty coconut and butter pecan go so well together, and they don't skimp on the nuts. Great stuff! read more

Good location! Went again after eating birria tacos nearby and enjoyed the smooth and rich ice cream. Lots of flavors. Kids enjoyed it a lot. Great customer service offering samples to try when I couldn't make up my mind. Lines can get long like others have said. read more

Bruster's Real Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

The ice cream is always good and the service too! They have a lot of variety to pick from.

it's been a while since I had brusters so I wanted to make sure that it was still good and it was. The service was nice and easy. I got a regular 3 scoop of just Oreo ice cream for $6.39 and it was better than I remembered. All in all, brusters is a solid ice cream spot that I would come back to and recommend. read more

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It's a shame to order a cake. Paying almost 70 dollars. Paying extra color, pearls, EXTRA CAKE. And they come out with the super poorly made cake I still make the suggestion to a worker. And they come out with this. It's a disappointment that places like this continue to give service so paying. Just a bad service read more

Bruster's Real Ice Cream - Facturas - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Gaithersburg, Maryland

Well, it was hot and my cone was melting so I had to consume and thus there is no picture. I like different combos so I got banana and butter pecan. I like that they are generous with their scoops. The young workers are friendly and the manager was quietly watching without helicopter like moves. There is seating available outside for small groups of 3 or 4 and the service is prompt. There can be some confusion as to which window to order from and pick up ( it's the side facing the street). I suggest getting a cup for your cone until the temps go down. If you enjoy ice cream or sorbet, stop by and try them out. read more