This place is one of those classic Westwood spots that never disappoints. The cookies come out warm soft and fresh and the ice cream sandwiches are honestly one of the best dessert treats you can get in Los Angeles. The combination of a freshly baked cookie with creamy ice cream in the middle is simple but somehow perfect every time. What makes it even better is the price which feels almost unbelievable for the quality and portion you get. You can walk away with an amazing dessert for just a few dollars which is rare anywhere in LA. The line moves quickly and there is always a fun lively energy with students families and people just stopping by for something sweet late at night. The staff works fast and keeps things moving even when it gets busy which it often does. The smell of fresh cookies when you walk up to the window is half the experience. It is casual simple and exactly what you want when you are craving something sweet. If you are anywhere near Westwood this place is a must stop. It is one of those LA dessert institutions that people keep coming back to year after year because it is consistently good simple and delicious. read more

Diddy Riese brings back great memories of my undergrad days at UCLA. But, the cookies hit different now. They always tasted undercooked to me. That's fine, I'd just pop them in the toaster oven when I got home. But, overall it's an average cookie. I am impressed they're able to keep the prices so low. $5/6 cookies is unbelievable! I'm gonna give an extra star for old times sake I still think people need to make a stop here when blowing thru Westwood. read more

Dad and I come here sometimes when he's in town. Honestly you can't beat the price and if I were a UCLA student, I'd be here all the time. Sometimes there's a line out the door, other times (like this time), we were the only ones there. The price is hella affordable. Cookies are soft and they offer a good variety of flavors. I don't remember them having brownies before but this time they definitely did. There are two kinds of brownies: regular and one with nuts. Will be back again some time within the coming months. read more

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Must try new flavor - Ube. Smooth, creamy, great ube flavor. The cinnamon cookies are great. Friendly service, let me try a few flavors before deciding. read more

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Great service and desserts. Although we waited in line it went by fast. The staff was patient and friendly while taking our orders. Everything we got was a good choice. Cookies were fresh, brownies were heavenly and ice cream was delicious. Inside was clean and organized read more

Glad to see the iconic Diddy Riese Cookies is still operating in Westwood after all these years! Each cookie is now 75 cents (they were 25 cents apiece in the 90's) but that's still the best deal in Westwood. Same flavors as I remember from back in the day (choco chip, chocolate chocolate chip, M&M, cinnamon sugar, peanut butter, white chocolate macadamia nut (higher cost for these). You can also still get an ice cream sammy made with a scoop of Dreyer's ice cream and freshly made cookies. My friends and I agreed that the cookies are smaller than we remember. But the nostalgia is off the charts! Go Bruins!! read more

Diddy Riese Cookies - Still one of the best deals in Westwood! - Desserts Near Me - Los Angeles, California

TL;DR - still here and doing well! Got the cookies and cream between an m&m cookie and chocolate chip cookie. $5 a piece now compared to 10+ years ago. Line still goes out the door and still an amazing time. I decided to drop by Diddy Riese after not having it for 5+ years. I was so happy to see the store alive and doing well. In fact, VERY well. There was a line that went right out the door by the time we got our food to find a place to sit. Their famous ice cream cookie sandwiches are now $5 each. A little over a decade ago, these weren't even $2 each (oh how the times have changed). Either way, the experience was the same and it was such a treat to have it again. We got the cookies and cream sandwiched between an m&m cookie and a chocolate chip cookie. Given the size, a spoon was mandatory. We probably came too late in the day because the cookies weren't fresh anymore. They were on the hard and dry side but I was still happy to have it. The service is super fast. The ambiance is loud given it's a small shop with a lot of visitors. Seating is limited so don't be surprised if you find yourself with no other option but to walk around Westwood Village as you enjoy these tasty sandwiches. read more

Diddy Riese Cookies - Cookies and cream with chocolate chip and m&m cookies - Desserts Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I loved this spot! First of all, I think the prices are great! Super reasonable. Secondly, the service was quick and friendly! There was a line, but it went by so fast! And lastly, I loved my cookie and I loved my ice cream! They have so many different options to choose from, and for the cookie sandwich you don't have to stick to one flavor. You could get two different types of cookies for it if you'd like, which I thought was neat. There isn't dine-in space, it's a takeout spot so just fyi! read more

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Went here for the first time since I started working in the area. The place was clean, staff, friendly, and the food looks delicious. I was hesitant at first when I saw it to come in since many of the cookie places nowadays are really expensive. But it was great to find out that there's were very reasonable in price. For what you get it's a great value. I tried the chocolate chip, chocolate, chocolate chip, peanut butter, and white chocolate macadamia nut. I purchased all of those to take home since they were very delicious. My favorite cookie is the peanut butter. They actually have real nuts inside their peanut butter cookie, which makes it really delicious. If you're in the area, I'd give them a try. Great prices for tasty cookies. read more

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Such a nogalgstic place! Made a trip to my birth city and stopped by Diddy Riese in Westwood which has been open since 1983. I have wonderful memories when I was young of visiting Diddy Riese to get cookies after movies in Westwood. Cookies are affordable and tasty. I want to try everything on the menu. Service with a smile. The place is happy and bright. I checked out their website prior to traveling to Los Angeles and was happy to see they are still open after all these years. I am sure your store and cookies bring happiness to me many generations. Cheers!~ read more

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LA classic! Can't go wrong with any of the flavors. I personally love getting the day old cookies that still taste fresh for a great price of about $4.50! This is an LA landmark that has such a comforting feel about it. Ice cream cookie sandwiches are another staple. Be prepared to wait in line, but it moves quickly as the staff is attentive and quick. read more

Loved coming here! They have a line queue, but it went real quick. The cookies were good and the ice cream was yummy! You can make your own ice cream sandwich. My boys also loved the shave ice. Very cute place! read more

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The cookies are good and not dry at all! I thought that them being room temperature, would impact my experience but the cookies were still moist. I could definitely find myself returning here. I do think though that if they had an option to heat the cookies up, that would easily elevate the experience but the cookies are already 75 cents so a win is a win. Amazing cookies. read more

Diddy Riese Cookies is pretty good. I went there last week and it can get VERY busy late at night. If you're in LA, near UCLA, it's a great experience. The cookies and ice cream sandwiches are EXTREMELY affordable, and I'm taking a dollar or less per cookie! There's some seating inside, but don't rely on it, as they get filled up quick. The cookies and ice cream overall are very affordable, and while they aren't the best cookies I've ever had, it was a great experience. read more

Diddy Riese Cookies - 2 white chocolate chip cookies w/ cookies and cream ice cream - Desserts Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Back when I went to UCLA, the cookies here were 4 for $1. They are now 4 for $3. That's inflation at work! Still very cheap compared to other dessert shops though. The cookie here are so so. I don't think they are as good as other places where the inside of the cookie is chewy. I like that texture better. The shaved ice with ice cream was a great deal and really good. There is a small bar ledge to eat on if you want to stay and eat in the shop. Most people just get it and eat outside. read more

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Often stop at Diddy Riese when I am in Westwood Village. Always get some oatmeal raisin cookies with walnuts. They are very good. Sometimes think about trying some of the many other cookies but somehow always end up getting oatmeal raisin cookies with walnuts. There is often a long line outside waiting to get some cookies. The line usually moves very fast, as it did today. Maybe next time will be the time I get some of the many other types of cookies. read more

Diddy Riese Cookies - At Diddy Riese today at around 12'30pm. There was a line but it moved very fast. - Desserts Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Diddy Riese is proof that happiness can be baked and sold for a few bucks. Worth every crumb and every minute in line. read more

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Fun cookie ice cream sandwich spot! Also very reasonably priced. I had chocolate chip cookies and chocolate ice cream. It was very rich but very tasty. read more

The service in the evening was amazing! decided to treat my self to some ice cream after work and clearly was the best decision came in to try out the new ube flavor ice cream and it's was extremely delicious the clerk was very knowledgeable on what cookies pair well with the new flavors so his input was the cherry on top it was also nice to see a full staff ready to make the line go fast it might seem long line but i was in n out food was great the service and speediness 10/10 read more

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What a treat! We had a box of chocolate chip , m&m, and double chocolate cookies. It was heaven. Each bite so soft. And prices very reasonable. Totally makes sense why often times there is a line. Worth the wait. Much better quality with fresher ingredients as opposed to packaged store bought cookies. I will have to return to try their ice cream sandwiches. Was able to enjoy my cookies outside the shop. read more

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Literally the best cookies ever. Always fresh with low prices. The cookies are always soft, even when you eat them the next day or 2. I usually only get the snicker doodle cookies. They also have brownies with and without nuts. I also looove their shaved ice (tamarind flavor is my absolute favorite). The staff is always friendly and ready to help. The line is never long but I only go during the weekdays, not sure how the weekend would be. read more

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Pretty mid. Had heard a lot about it online and from friends but was not very impressed. Price is very fair, so I understand how it does well right next to UCLA. You could make a very similar ice cream sandwhich by getting cookies from the store and breyers ice cream read more

Diddy Riese Cookies - Chocolate chip cookies w/ mint chocolate chip ice cream - Desserts Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Gotta stop by to get some Diddy Riese! Yummy as it was when I was a student here! Now the day old dozens are $4.50 instead of $2! Still great!! They used to have the cookie ice cream sandwich with a carton of milk for $1 (now $5?) Those good old days of cheap eats for broke college students! Haha I may have inadvertently given away my age here read more

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Loved this little spot!!! The staff were super friendly and fun to talk to, and the shop is cute inside and outside. It seems the place is popular with locals and tourist as it was consistently busy but not overcrowded. The cookies are soft and chewy which are perfect for the ice cream sandwiches. They also have brownies and you can buy fresh cookies or buy a dozen of day old cookies for a reduced price. I ended up taking two of the day old dozens and they were just as delicious and soft. Definitely stop by Diddy Riese Cookies for a sweet desert read more

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Been going to Diddy Riese Cookies for like 15 years and it's always fucking delicious the best cookies that are very fresh with some good ice cream hands down the best! If you havent been you for sure are missing out. I remember back when this place use to be super busy like 100 people in line you'd be waiting half hour for sure but service is always great and quick. read more

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The best overall value in West Los Angeles. Each white chocolate macadamia cookie is $1.25 or 3 cookies for $3. At Mrs Fields it's over $3 per cookie. read more

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When your friends that went to UCLA say you have to go here. You bet I did. I came at 12:45pm so the line wasn't crazy. 5 minutes later the line was out the door. I went with the half dozen white chocolate macadamia nut cookies and then an assortment of a dozen of everything else. That was $15.00. The service was right on as I stepped through the doors asking me if I needed help. It's clean inside and they have special bags on the side that are a day old dozen for $4.50. read more

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$5 for a classic ice cream sandwich experience. Diddy Riese is an essential spot for a break from studying, work, or the 405. Imagine two fresh baked cookies (mix and match) with a solid baseball sized scoop of ice cream in between On top of it all it's located in a great spot for people watching read more

Diddy Riese Cookies - Chocolate w/choco chip (top) Rocky road ice cream Chocolate chip (bottom) - Desserts Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Only in L.A. do you find a cookie shop where the line is half the entertainment. People flock here from all corners--students, tourists, UCLA alumni reliving their glory days--because Diddy Riese is the kind of institution that turns sugar, butter, and patience into pure happiness. This little bakery legend opened in 1983 in the heart of Westwood Village, back when movie premieres were lighting up the Fox and Bruin theaters just down the street. While Westwood has gone through its boom-and-bust cycles, Diddy Riese has remained the anchor--the one place you had to stop after a date night or a late lecture. Affordable, delicious, and unapologetically old-school, it's where L.A. kids learned the magic of two cookies hugging a scoop of ice cream. The cookies? Chewy perfection. The ice cream sandwiches? Off the chain good. You pick your flavor combo, and suddenly you're holding the holy grail of desserts for pocket change. Doesn't matter if it's midnight, doesn't matter if the line snakes around the block--the wait is a rite of passage. Standing shoulder to shoulder with strangers, everyone buzzing with the same sugary anticipation, you realize that this is more than just dessert. It's community. Diddy Riese isn't just a cookie shop. It's Los Angeles tradition served warm. And if you don't post a photo of your ice cream sandwich before devouring it, did you even go? read more

Went to visit a buddy of mine in Los Angeles, and after a good dinner, we stopped off at Diddy Riese for some cookie ice cream sandwiches. We've been coming here over the years and it is always a great treat. I think sometime I just enjoy getting their day ol' cookies in a bag too. Always a great selection of cookies and ice cream. So if you are in the area try them out. Enjoy!!! read more

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I've been coming here for years and with all the vacancies I was glad that Diddy was still here. We took my son here for the first time tonight and it was as good as the first time I came over 30 years ago! The prices, ice cream, cookies and service are the bomb. Cheaper and better than any other ice cream shop around. The cookie ice cream sandwiches are only $5...Are you kidding me? My wife and I had custom c Ice cream sandwiches, but my 7 year old son opted for a Mango Hawaiian snow cone , which was also good. read more

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I finally made it to Diddy Riese and tried the Butter Pecan ice cream sandwich -- and wow, it lived up to the hype! The ice cream was rich, buttery, and loaded with roasted pecan flavor, and pairing it between two fresh, chewy cookies took it to the next level. The cookies had that perfect balance -- soft in the center with just a hint of crisp on the edges -- so every bite was the ideal combo of creamy and chewy. It's simple, classic, and ridiculously good. For the price and the quality, Diddy Riese is hands-down one of LA's best dessert spots. The Butter Pecan sandwich is a must-try -- comfort food done right. read more

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This is a great Los Angeles staple located near UCLA. They have fresh cookies, brownies, and ice cream. You can make an ice cream sandwich out of your choice of a variety of cookies they have. I got an ice cream sandwich with chocolate chip cookies and vanilla ice cream in the middle. It is delicious and the price is such a great deal. For the portion size an ice cream sandwich cost me $5 such a steal. The employees are friendly and move the line quickly. It is a small place with no room for seating or eating there. I didn't give it a five because I would have looked the cookies to be a moist and soft. The cookies on the outside were a bit too dry for my liking! I do highly recommend. read more

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Used to visit Diddy Riese long back and had not been here for nearly 4 yrs. Service was quick and lines moved fast. The ambiance was loud as can be with kids and adults alike. We experienced people forcing their way out of the ordering line when there was a clear 2nd exit line....without any consideration, so beware of a little chaos. Noticed that prices have increased a bit and the taste is just not what it used to be. My butter pecan ice cream felt grainy and old. The cookies were also not as flavorful either. Am i going nuts or are others also experiencing the same? Don't mind paying the price at all it the taste is consistent but something just doesn't add up. Giving it 3 stars only because my toddler's vanilla bean ice cream was pretty smooth, creamy and tasty so logically i found myself digging into his stash more than into my cookie......Bummer! read more

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yo these guys behind the counter are my HOMIEEEES?! i got a singular .75 cent cookie but didn't know they had a 5 dollar card minimum, so he just gave me it ugh i love basic kindness. is the cookie dough not house made? yea, as mid as two-day old grocery store boxes. is the ice cream industrially shipped breyers? yea, it isn't like they're putting heavy cream in machines and handmixing that rocky road... ...but is it cheap? oh HELL YEA. you can't get an ice cream sandwich for 5 bucks ANYWHERE THESE DAYS. u go to levain and pay 7 bucks for that shi bro here it's .75. ILL TAKE ANYTHING IN THIS ECONOMY?! plus people gotta stop acting bougie like it tastes great you can't mess up and ice cream sunday its probably placebo affect if u think u can taste homemade ice cream with erewhon strawberries than breyers im sorry. don't complain when there isn't a drunk late night snack that isn't below the price of 15 bucks ty. anyways smash. read more

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It's been so long since my husband and I have come here! We didn't know they take cards now and not just cash only like before. We asked when they started to implement that and they said 3 years ago lol Love that the prices are still low, I remember when they were 50 cents a cookie! We love coming here for a nice sweet treat after eating dinner. The staff were friendly as well and the line moves fast. read more

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We had an appointment in the Westwood area. We had had Diddy Riese cookies before at a bridal shower. We arrived at the cookie place at 1145 not knowing what time they open. They allowed us to get 2 dozen cookies and they were not even open yet. The cookies were fresh and delicious. I highly recommend them. read more

I got 6 cookies for $5 dollars. Wow that is unheard of, especially these days, almost all baked goods are like $4 or more per 1. These cookies were very moist inside and a lil crunchy outside. Perfect sweetness, maybe a little on the sweeter side but works great with coffee or milk. My favorite cookie was the snicker doodle....Next time I'm getting a dozen~ read more

Diddy Riese Cookies - 6 cookies for $5 dollar, I ate one. - Desserts Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I haven't been back to Diddy Riese since 2019, so when my friends and I were recently in the area craving dessert, we decided to swing by. I've been coming here for 10+ years, and would go out of my way for their ice cream sandwiches even before I moved to LA. Everything remains the same - in a good way - except their prices. Their cookies and brownies are still delicious, and service is quick and efficient. I usually opt for an ice cream sandwich, but decided to do a sundae instead - can't go wrong with either option. This place is definitely an LA staple and their long lines is a reflection of how great this establishment is, even after many years. read more

Diddy Riese Cookies - Ice cream sundaes - one with a cookie and the other one with a brownie - Desserts Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Listen up, Hollywood... so I'm coming back from my massage guy Ken's place in Koreatown, getting the deep tissue work done on my pythons after an intense workout at Gold's. I'm cruisin down Westwood Boulevard thinkin about grabbin my usual Diddy Dozen. I rotate between the snickerdoodle and the chocolate chip depending on my macros. But today I go cookie sandwich. White chocolate chip on both sides, strawberry shortcake ice cream in the middle. First off, let me address the elephant in the room. Diddy Riese. No relation to Puff, apparently. Which is probably for the best considerin everything goin on. Real shame. I actually saw him at TopGolf Sherman Oaks last week. Seemed like a good dude. Now I know a good cookie sandwich. They used to have 'em on the set of Five Towns. Fridays, right after blocking. These? These are even better. The white chocolate chip cookies? Perfect. Just the right give, not too sweet, not too crumbly. The kid behind the counter recognized me too. "Hey, aren't you from Viking Quest?" Even asked about Vince, which shows this place attracts quality clientele who appreciate good entertainment and great cookies. Look, I've been eating desserts all over this town for years from craft services tables on Melrose, to milkshakes at The Apple Pan, donuts at Primo's, and overpriced lava cakes in Beverly Hills and Diddy Riese keeps it real. No pretentious fluff. Just quality ingredients and cookies that taste like someone's nonna made 'em with love. (aka Turtle's mom) Only downside? I shoulda ordered two cookie sandwiches, cause one left me wanting more. Bottom line: whether you're an actor preparing for a role, a regular person living your best life, or just someone who appreciates the finer things without breakin the bank, Diddy Riese delivers. Johnny Drama Professional Actor, Cookie Connoisseur "I am the game, pal" and these cookies are championship level. read more

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