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    Bruster's Real Ice Cream

    4.4 (375 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Cold brew brownie and graham central station
    Pretty D.

    It's always a treat whenever I get to enjoy Bruster's ice-cream! There's a good amount of parking, even though it's shared with other businesses. You order at the counter and pick up from the window. There's outside seating with tables for you to enjoy the ice-cream. Plus, they offer vegan and non-dairy options! They allow you to sample flavors. My favorite flavor from Bruster's is graham central station. Graham central station is basically smores. I love anything smores! The ice-cream here is rich and creamy! I usually end up eating half of the serving. Also they scoop a lot for the portions size. I end up having to ask for a to go lid. I get a small, but I always regret not getting a kid's size. A small has two scoops, while a kid's size is only 1 scoop. The service can be ok though, since sometimes I'm not greeted. It's usually college kids working, and they don't look too happy to be working. Also, the pricing is a bit more expensive, which is why I get it once in awhile. You're paying for the quality! I recommend Bruster's for delicious ice-cream.

    Black Cherry & Graham Cracker Station (idk the actual name I'm sorry) on a cone
    Tay K.

    Ugh I'm so mad cus I didn't know this place existed.. I randomly passed by and decided to get some ice cream & brooooo this is the SPOT!! Ordering is so easy, they just have a window! So many different flavors of ice cream available. I got the graham station something ?? And black cherry on a cone The consistency of the ice cream is so creamy & smooth. The flavor is fire too, I loved the bits of graham crackers & the black cherry had super juicy bits of cherry in it; SO FIRE They gave tables outside so you can sit and enjoy your ice cream as well

    peeking in through the window
    Timmy S.

    I was craving ice cream. That can happen sometimes. This location of Bruster's is in a strip mall and has plenty of parking. They also have quite a few outdoor tables with umbrellas so you can sit and enjoy your treat. As I approached the front of the building, the ordering window slid open and I was warmly greeted. Bruster's has a lot of flavors to choose from, most being unique. I couldn't decide between two so just made the obvious choice: have both. Two scoops in a cup. Graham Central Station and Cold Brew Brownie. I was surprised at how quickly the woman working here found, scooped, and presented my ice cream to me. I had barely put my wallet back in my pocket! I sat at one of the tables and dug in. Graham Central Station has bits of sweet graham cracker and chocolate bits mixed into a graham cracker-flavored ice cream. Cold Brew Brownie has a light coffee flavor with small chunks of brownie. Both were deliciously creamy and satisfied my craving.

    Kris B.

    So delicious! I got a "small" in a waffle cone $8.99 with Death by Chocolate and Chocolate Peanut Butter w/Buckeyes. Then had them flip it into a cup so it didn't melt everywhere. Apparently this is a very common request. I don't know what the Buckeyes were but this ice cream was amazing. I loved the peanut butter swirls, the chocolate chunks in the Death by Chocolate. The small is huge, I can't imagine what the Medium or Large look like. There are so many flavors, it's going be fun to try different ones every visit. Or just get the same thing again since it was so good! This location is not as busy as the one in Seal Beach on Main. There was only one employee on Sunday afternoon but she was keeping a great pace, knocking out those orders.

    Coffee for me..
    Cor V.

    Another stellar experience at Bruster's Real Ice Cream. Expedient service from Kalley as there was 5 of us wanting different flavors and sizes and cones vs cups. She had it under control as our orders were called one by one at the pick-up window. Chocolate Chip is a favorite of the grand daughter and Cold Brew Brownie with a scoop of sea salt caramel Toffee for the tall grand son. That caramel Toffee is a winner as I see another order but inside a Waffle cone. Cookie Dough reminds one of home made and the coffee is my favorite. We sat under the umbrella and watched the procession of customers after us. We came just in time and had a great service and Ice Cream at Bruster's.

    Liz M.

    The chocolate and rocky road were delicious. The salted caramel was way too salty. I couldn't decided between three flavors and I went with the employee's recommendation. I was a little disappointed to find out that they do offer tastings and she didn't ofer me any at the time of ordering.

    Cookies and crème

    The cashier was so friendly! Ice cream was so good !! I would definitely come back to try out other flavors

    Dino Sundae (TikTok: @justandyvu)
    Andy V.

    1. The ice cream was comforting, and I love the Dino cookie that came with it! 2. The spot has fast casual vibes! 3. There were only outdoor tables! 4. Parking lot is decently sized so it was easy to find parking! 5. The staff were friendly and quick with my order! Note: I did not easily see any restroom available for customers! Photo: Dino Sundae

    Strawberry & Oreo shake
    Christian K.

    After eating dinner, I was really craving some ice cream and was new to the area so I had to scroll through Yelp. I stumbled upon this place and was amazed by all the different flavors that they offered, as well as different variations (ice cream cup or cone, sundaes, shakes, etc.) I got a strawberry and Oreo shake. They claim to be real ice cream, and once I had the first sip of it it was actually very good. It surprised me about the quality and the taste of the shake. I wish they added a little more milk; just because the shake was a little thick and a little difficult to drink. The guy taking my order was friendly and took in consideration of my allergy and was able to make sure to reduce cross contamination. A good amount of people were sitting outside and enjoying their dessert. Overall, I would come back to this place if I'm in the area again.

    Regular Cup
    Alexander Z.

    This is a place that rivals Handel's, and Handel's is my favorite ice cream spot of all time. This is just a small spot that has seating outside, no seating inside, so be aware of that. It's nothing fancy, but it does have good ice cream. Service was good, you're allowed plenty of taste testing with the ice cream. Now for the important stuff. There are fewer flavors than Handel's, but on its own plenty of tasty and interesting flavors, frankly they had every flavor I could've wanted anyway. The serving size compared to Handel's is actually enormous. I've got a big appetite, and I could barely get myself to finish the medium size bowl which was same price as the Handel's bowl I usually clean easily. I must swallow my pride and just order a small next time. Really good value for ice cream and plenty of good flavors. I'll be returning.

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    Don't order online, it's useless. It says "skip the line" and order "asap" when there was only 3 people in line. It's been 20 minutes.

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    3.8(201 reviews)
    4.2 mi
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    Awesome service ! Very nice guy named Felipe , super nice and quick and easy service and it went…read morewell

    Don't let the lower star reviews fool you, this is an ice cream to try…read more I've been wanting to try this place for a while, and I'm so glad I finally did. They must use really good ingredients for their ice cream, doesn't feel like a lot of processed stuff. The ice cream was melting as expected and I didn't feel terrible after eating one by myself. It was just refreshing and joyful. They are located on the southern most side of Pacific City. It's rather tucked away. Once you reach the end of the plaza, go in the building and they are immediately to your left. Staff are friendly. Place is clean. They have a lot of flavors, but sadly you need to buy it to try it. I was disappointed, of course, because some flavors seemed really interesting, but I don't dare try something different if in case I end up not liking enough to regret it. There was another ice cream place up north that had the same policy, but they are so confident about the flavors and quality that they will replace your order completely should you not like it. I don't think this place has that kind of policy, which would discourage me from choosing this place compared to their chain competitor just a block away. Maybe there could be a compromise like, try up to 3 flavors only. That way, I can try three new unique flavors but if I really didn't like them I could still have a great experience with a tried and true favorite. Hope the owner seriously considers this because I think they are great and I want them to thrive! Another great thing about this place is that It isn't a big chain and mass produced. It feels personal and feels very special. I admire people who have such a passion for the craft that they invest in it with time and money, so let's support! Especially when the ice cream is this good.

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    4.5(766 reviews)
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    We came to Polar Playground to celebrate my daughter's friend's birthday, and it was such a fun…read moreexperience! The highlight was definitely their cotton candy creations -- they are sooooo creative! The staff can turn cotton candy into adorable character designs, and the kids were amazed. Any color a child can think of, they can make it happen It's a super unique treat and perfect for making a special day feel extra memorable. I would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking to add something fun and magical to a celebration. One small suggestion: the space itself is a bit on the smaller side, so it may be challenging to host larger birthday parties. It would be even more amazing if the location were in a bigger mall, busy plaza, or kids' playground area that could better accommodate group celebrations. Overall, the kids loved it, the experience was joyful, and the cotton candy art alone makes it worth the visit!

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    4.6(493 reviews)
    7.4 mi
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    Stella is the best ice cream. I can't believe it made it to Costa Mesa! We didn't have this before…read morewhen we use to live here. I got the seasonal flavor- banana turon. Omgoodness. Who makes these flavors. The creators really know how to have these Filipino desserts come to ice cream life. It's incredible. You can taste the crunchiness and even the jackfruit. I absolutely love it. Who could ever come up with this stuff! Ube pandesal and mango sticky rice are my classic favorite! Service was great. It's always a plus when you can taste test! Casual ambiance.

    I've tried a lot of ice cream spots--it's one of my favorite desserts--and I can honestly say this…read moreis some of the worst ice cream you can get in Orange County. I've been here twice now and tried about five different flavors total, and every single one was gross. The Experience: * Bad Flavors: On my last visit, I actually had to ask the worker to swap my flavor because I was convinced I just got a "bad" one. The second flavor was somehow even worse. I didn't even finish it; I just threw it away because it was that nasty. * Texture & Taste: It tastes like watered-down diet ice cream. It lacks any of the richness or flavor you'd expect from a specialized shop, especially for how expensive it is. I wouldn't even go back if the ice cream were free. The Location Trap: This place is right on 17th Street next to Sidecar Doughnuts and Pop Pie Co., which is a great, convenient location. I think people only go here because it's a "cool-looking" spot to stop at while driving to the beach or grabbing a donut next door. If it weren't for the location, I don't see how they would stay in business. Final Verdict: Don't be fooled by the convenient location or the surrounding shops. The ice cream is truly disappointing and definitely not worth the price. I won't be coming back ever.

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