I love how personable the staff is. Seems like everyone was coming here for the chocolate covered vanilla cone. I got a strawberry banana milkshake, butterfinger and strawberry twister and fish and chips. I want to come back for a banana split. Not expensive. Indoor and outdoor seating read more

The best fosters freeze around. The staff are an awesome part of the small town feel of Milpitas. The food is cooked to order and brings a nostalgic feel that you would like to pass down to your kids and grandkids read more

The chili fries were still as great as I remember. Crunchy large crinkly fries with just the right amount of chili and finely shredded cheese melted on the top, making every bite. Corn dog was great proportions to hot dog and batter. Old fashioned burgers were good. Zuchinni was also just right. Sundae was extra creamy goodness with the berries and whip cream.Delectable and satisfying. read more

Fosters Freeze - Zucchini, chili cheese fries and old fashioned burger - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Milpitas, California

See all

I hope they stay around forever. A piece of history, some good old fashioned type of drive in burgers and desserts The Triple berry twister was delicious, some fruit to not feel as guilty haha even though you're eating a whole cup of sweet ice cream. Plenty of tables inside and outside though most people eat in their cars or take home read more

See all

Came by for dessert the other night and it was a tasty experience. Parking was available in the private lot. Dining is outdoors with on the covered patio only. Ordered with the uniformed staff at the counter and my order was ready within minutes. Ordered the kids sized chocolate dipped vanilla cone and it reminded me of my childhood. The vanilla was creamy and the chocolate dip was a messy treat. Staff provided additional napkins and my hands were still all sticky. Perhaps disposable gloves would have been helpful! $3.22 for a kids sized chocolate dipped vanilla cone. They take credit cards! read more

Fosters Freeze - Dining Room - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Milpitas, California

Been going to here for years, it's been here for years with different owners. What is here now is local and always the best. Food here is always warm, fresh and crispy when fried. Frozen stuff does melt but is melting. Food is affordable and delicious classic American dinner style foods. I like their hot dogs, their fried food is great don't miss out. Service here is friendly, easy and accurate. You can wait in your car or find a seat, still able to hear. There is more outdoor seating, cleaning wipes, inside is classic looking with seating. Parking is plenty, when it gets busy it can be harder to find on the streets, but there is another lot in the back of the store. Overall, it's the nicer FF. I would recommend. Always coming back here. read more

Fosters Freeze - The Big Boss - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Milpitas, California

Ice cream was nice but the smell outside was not lol Next time ima have to try their hot food Decent amount of people once I went and ordered Service was quick! But then again I just wanted an ice cream read more

This is a destination every time we are in town. The food is good & reminds us of being kids again. Cannot go wrong with any of the ice cream based desserts. It's a bit of a hole in the wall in the best way possible. Service is ok, usually a bit short staffed especially in the summer months. read more

Onion rings 8/10 great, they're fresh (ranch goes well with it) Old fashion burger 7.5/10 Chili cheese fries 8/10 Twisters Oreo 8/10 really good Reese's overpowers the vanilla 6/10 read more

We came across Fosters Freeze unexpectedly (destination was Milpitas Mall and Slice House for lunch). However, it's always a good time for a sweet treat. We ordered a medium and a small vanilla cone; the cars to the left and right of us all ate in their cars. Everyone left happier than when they arrived. From now on, we will stop here either before the mall or before we head home after our shopping excursion. read more

Fosters Freeze is a really nostalgic feeling kind of burger restaurant. It's got a sort of classic American drive-in vibe to it that is kinda fun. Unfortunately, the building is a bit worn down. Definitely seen better days. That said, the burger was very solid, and the milkshakes are killer. Tons of great flavors, and they even blend in real fruit. Well worth the tiny bit more money to upgrade a combo to have a milkshake. read more

See all

An old fashioned burger joint that's been around for nearly 80 years a true icon serving the best burgers and fries been coming out here for the past 10 years. Loved the cheeseburgers, fries and chicken tenders. Best to come by early and avoid the lunch crowd ample parking no dine-in but they have an outdoor patio and benches. Even though prices have gone up but still reasonably price loved the hot fudge parfait and twister ice cream definitely my go- to for a quick meal. read more

See all

Passing by on numerous occasions, I finally decided to stop by and try out this classic American diner by the name of Foster's Freeze. As I observed the setting, an overwhelming feeling came over me, allowing me to envision the spirit of the mid-20th century where the town's locals, hot-rodders, after-school high schoolers, and people who love juicy burgers and desserts would rendezvous. Upon taking my first bite of the Double Decker burger that I had ordered--which, by the way, has the inside of the buns sizzled on the grill to provide an extra crunch per bite--the mingling of the double patty, double cheese, bacon, fresh crispy lettuce, tomato slices, onions, and Thousand Island dressing applied as the spread produced a remarkable admiration for the food this diner provides. THIS IS A SUPERB JUICY BURGER!!! HOT!!! FUDGE!!! BROWNIE!!! PARFAIT!!!!!! WOW!!!!!!!! With about 15-20 options to choose from, my attention was drawn to the photograph of the hot fudge brownie parfait. This delightful treat is layered with creamy vanilla soft-serve ice cream, chunks of fudgy brownie, and rich hot fudge sauce. And to top it off, whipped cream and a maraschino cherry are added for sweetness and presentation (plus crushed peanuts if you're not allergic). The moment I had my first mouthful of the dessert, my body went into a state of pure euphoria. I NEED TO COME BACK. I MUST COME BACK. I WILL COME BACK. read more

I always come to foster freeze for soft serve ice cream, and fries for snacks. They do have an extensive menu of burgers, ice, cream, and fries You order from one window and get your order from a second window when your number is called. The staff is friendly and efficient. There is a small parking lot in front of the building and a small number of tables outside for you to sit. Some customers just enjoy their food in their parked cars. The indoor seating is closed as it's dark and I see chairs stacked on top of tables. It is a very good place for dessert, I usually stop by when I have carvings for soft serve ice cream especially on a hot day read more

See all

I honestly wouldn't come here for anything besides dessert.... After a not so good dinner experience for my toddler, I hopped on Yelp to see what was neighboring so I could quickly grab a burger for my hungry kid. Fosters Freeze popped up as being pretty close so we went with them. Purchases included: -Kid's cheeseburger meal [comes with small fries and small drink] -Worms N' Dirt Twister -Chocolate Sundae The cheeseburger would have been doable aside from the un-fresh bun. With my daughter naturally a lazy chewer, her bites caused for her to gag. I ended up having to removed the buns and had her eat around the dry areas of the patty. Fries were good- love the fact that they were crinkle cut fries and they weren't overcooked and hard. The fountain drink was the worst I had ever had [ not sure if the issue lies within the 7-Up only] Someone needs to either give that machine a DEEP DEEP CLEANING or they need to reassess the syrup/ingredient ratio. Desserts were good and the presentation was exactly what I expected. 2 stars overall. Can't see myself wanting to return. read more

See all

I was really craving some ice cream mid afternoon and saw Fosters Freeze was nearby with plenty of dessert options. They offered a new dipped waffle cone with peanuts which sounded exactly like what I wanted. You can pick vanilla, chocolate, or a mixed swirl for the ice cream flavor, costing a little over $5. It was quite messy to eat since it was melting quickly, but it definitely hit the spot. The peanuts are a nice touch and added a salty, nutty crunch. Fosters Freeze offers quite an extensive menu and the workers there are all very nice and efficient despite the consistent busyness of customers and orders. There is a good amount of parking available and the lot is kept clean. I don't think you're able to go inside the restaurant but there are a few tables outside for dining. read more

Fosters Freeze - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Milpitas, California

See all

Portions are tiny for the price. A burger, or sandwich can be eaten in two to three bites. Although VERY friendly service, BUT a MUST if looking for a hearty authentic milkshake, read more

I stopped by here on an evening looking for a dessert. I decided to go for the hot fudge brownie parfait since it seemed like a nice way to get both chocolate and ice cream. It also comes with maraschino cherry on top. However, since the menu photo didn't show that there were any nut pieces on it, I didn't think to ask if there were nuts, and so it came with peanut pieces on it. Unfortunately I am allergic to peanuts so I was only able to get a small taste of it. I am sure it was delicious as a whole, but I would recommend if you have allergies, be sure to ask about the ingredients ahead of time. I wish they also listed the ingredients on the menu, or at least some common allergens. read more

See all

For some reason, I always drove to the Downtown San Jose location of Fosters Freeze and completely missed that there was one in Milpitas. I have definitely missed out on this closer location but that might have saved me some inches on my waist. For what it is, I do believe this place is a great place to pick up some delicious fast food (especially their soft serve) for a reasonable price. Even after the inflation, I still think their prices are fair. We got the banana split (~$7) and a small peach sundae (~$4) and felt that was about right. I also like how if you pay by card, they do not have that ridiculous 18% minimum tip - 25% minimum tip button you see so common nowadays. Just some quick tips: 1.) Location has a good amount of parking and is easy to drive to in my opinion. 2.) The indoor seating area is closed but there are an okay amount of outdoor seating. It's not the cleanest but it'll do in a pinch. I saw a mix of people eating at the outside tables as well as in their cars. 3.) Since it is "Soft Serve", it melts pretty dang fast especially when its hot. Be prepared to eat it quickly or it'll be a pile of liquid in no time. Quick shoutout to the owners?/staff? at this location. They are super friendly and seem to enjoy that their patrons are enjoying the food :). read more

See all

Nice old school eatery . Very friendly and kind staff they recently remodel the inside with nice xmass lil houses. Service is great! Food is american old school . read more

Fosters Freeze - Delicioso! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Milpitas, California

Big boss burger 10/10 Chili cheese fries 8/10 need more cheese Zucchini fries 10/10 you can tell they are made from scratch not frozen So many other good things on the menu as well read more

We stopped by here after dinner last Saturday and got the reeses cup twister and chocolate dipped waffle cone (with nuts on top)... YUM! :D The ice cream cones here are more like soft-serve, with the option to dip it in chocolate to create that delectable chocolate shell over the ice cream, and I love it! I grew up with this simple yet satisfying dessert at the local FF in my hometown... so trying out this location decades later brought me back to those carefree days of indulging in all that chocolatey goodness to my heart's content! Cuz of course, gotta get chocolate on chocolate (ice cream flavor, and shell), otherwise what's the point?!? Then again, I'm just a chocoholic, so I can't say it's for everyone. What I do know is that this California restaurant chain serves plenty of decent cheap eats to satisfy your hunger, including burgers, hot dogs, crinkly fries, fish & chips, and more. And even though there's nothing too extraordinary about the food here and this specific restaurant is somewhat run-down (not too different from other locations), it has your basic needs (outdoor seating and a small parking lot), and it's a cool no-frills fast food joint to grab a quick lunch or dinner, or even just an ice cream cone with your favorite person... even if those cold and creamy treats melt quickly and can get messy (totally worth it!). This eatery is also easy to access, off the 680 or 880 freeway. read more

See all

Great place for a quick bite to eat! Ordered the corn dog, chili cheese fries, and a chili dog. Food came out fast.

Got a Oreo shake here on afternoon. There were a few people in line so I waited in the parking lot for the line to dwindle down. I ordered my shake and quickly received my order. It was exactly the sweet treat that I needed! read more

This is an old time craving and I know that I can always come to Froster Freez for a banana split or a cherry shake. The classic old fashion, Burger is good as well. Perfect for a family sitting in the car and having a nice cold dessert! read more

Oh... I had to do it. Found one really close to me in Milpitas. That can be dangerous. Ordered the small chocolate malt and after reading the Yelp reviews went back for a small fries. Both Excellent! People here are very nice. Very accommodating on reducing sweetness. Owner came to windows and chatted with me. His name is Kim. Very nice man with an interesting story. I highly recommend this location. I'm sure I'll be back for dip cone! read more

See all

This is my favorite ice-cream shop! They have a multitude of options and you can even create your own mixture. They also sell food if you want a meal and dessert. Prices are reasonable, but they usually close around 8pm so arrive early! SN: there's also a location in San Jose, but it does not taste the same. This one is better by far! read more

Fosters Freeze - Oreo Twister - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Milpitas, California

Cannot go wrong with the place! Never disappointed. I get an M&M twister. Way better than McDonald's McFlurry

This is a nostalgic spot but with great food and amazing service. I ordered their chili cheese fries, onion rings, and chocolate dipped waffle cone. Everything was delicious and made fresh to order. The fries were crispy even with the chili and cheese on top, and ice cream wasn't overly sweet. Great for a hot day or a treat. Everyone working there is also very kind. This is a spot I definitely recommend visiting and taking your families to. read more

Fosters Freeze - Chili cheese fries - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Milpitas, California

I haven't had fosters freeze in many years so I stopped by since I was in the area to grab myself a twisted butterfinger ice cream. The cup looks small but it's deceitful as it actually is a lot of ice cream. I was tempted to eat food but was full from eating elsewhere earlier. They put a good amount of butterfinger candy inside and it was definitely worth the extra calories. I'll be back to try other items but for now just the ice cream will do:) read more

Fosters Freeze - Twisted butterfinger 10/10 - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Milpitas, California

I absolutely love this place--it's a go-to dessert spot for my friends and family, and you truly cannot beat the quality and generous portion size you get for the incredibly affordable prices. I've tried several items (fruit milkshake, worms and dirt, etc.), and all of them have been delicious. The family running the business uses high-quality ingredients, and their service is excellent. If you ever want a pick-me-up or have a craving for summer nostalgia, I promise that the kid-sized dipped cone will change your life. read more

I love simple chocolate dipped ice creams, so nostalgic and so delicious. There's also a cute part nearby, ~15min walk and there are swings. Feeling like I was a kid again. The staff was also really friendly, would definitely recommend!!! read more

Fosters Freeze - Half half with chocolate - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Milpitas, California

My family and I have visited the place many times. The food and ice cream is always delicious. I always get the pineapple sundae and it never disappoints! Great service and lots of places to sit. read more

I like their burger and fries. Fries are not too greasy. The Boss Burger is delicious. This restaurant has been in Milpitas forever! One of the longest surviving restaurants I know. Affordable food and yummy desserts. For what fast food joints charge these days for meals, I'd rather stop by Fosters Freeze and get a better burger combo meal for the same price. read more

Fosters Freeze - Boss Burger - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Milpitas, California

See all

The prices on the menu are either way lower than what they charge or they are charging a higher sales tax or they include a tip with the final cost. I only bought a medium twister at $5.79. They charged me $7.15. That's a 23.49% sales tax!!! When the sales is 7.25% in California. Not coming back. read more

If you're ever in this Milpitas location make sure you grab a BLT on Texas toast! This is my favorite thing to get here with a banana milkshake. This location is perfect for hot days and the staff is really friendly. There is a lot of parking too. Looks like I asked for extra bacon but no.. this how phat this sandwich is lol. read more

Fosters Freeze - BLT on Texas Toast - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Milpitas, California

Pulled up for a sweet treat. Left satisfied! Solid choice for soft serve! Customer service was great very friendly staff when ordering and picking up! read more

Fosters Freeze - dispped waffle cone & worms and dirt twister - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Milpitas, California

Wonderful burger and milkshake. Would recommend coming early due to limit parking. Recommend getting the Oreo and old fashioned burger:) read more

See all

Been coming here since I was a kid and continuing to support. The quality has always been consistent and I've never had a bad experience or meal. The owner is friendly and always welcoming. My go to spot if I'm craving burgers or fries. Shakes and the dipped cones are worth it! read more

Had never heard of Foster's Freeze before, but my boyfriend (who is from the Bay Area) said that it's a tradition for him and his mom to come here when he's in town. So they treated me to the tradition when I visited with him for Thanksgiving. I am an ice cream fanatic, so he knew I'd love it. This ice cream is very creamy and smooth. I also love that they have an assortment of various options (soft serve, sundaes, mixers, etc. They also have a decent assortment of quick service meals as well (kinda like Dairy Queen). On our first night there, I got chicken tenders and fries with a caramel and hot fudge sundae. I thought the chicken tenders would be basic, but I actually really enjoyed them! They are crispy, all white meat, fresh tenders. The sundae was creamy and smooth as well. I enjoyed it so much that I asked my boyfriend if we could go back here! I ended up getting a twist cone the next time. Although it's not the best ice cream I've ever had, as far as quick service soft serve and treats go, this is a solid 5 stars. Definitely a stable competitor to DQ! Glad I was able to try it out! read more

See all