Ellenos is easily one of my favorite dessert spots in Seattle! Their Greek yogurt is unbelievably creamy and smooth--almost like gelato--but with the refreshing tanginess that makes it feel lighter. We sampled several flavors and ended up ordering Seattle Fog, Ube Coconut, Lemon Poppy Seed, and Matcha. Every flavor was distinct and delicious. * Seattle Fog was my favorite--smooth, aromatic, and subtly infused with Earl Grey tea, making it unique without being overly sweet. * Ube Coconut had a beautiful natural purple color and a creamy tropical flavor that wasn't overpowering. * Lemon Poppy Seed was bright, refreshing, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of citrus. * Matcha had a rich, earthy flavor that wasn't bitter and paired beautifully with the tangy yogurt base. read more

Hellenika Cultured Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

A cult favorite at Pike Place! Hellenika Cultured Creamery speacializes in cultured gelato. There's usually quite the line out the door, but it moves decently fast. They have seasonal flavors, so depending on when you go, you might encounter new creations! On our visit, we tried the Marionberry flavor! Super refreshing and tart! The texture is really smooth and a bit softer than your usual gealto. A nice and cool sweet treat during the hot summer months. read more

Hellenika Cultured Creamery - Marionberry - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Slowed Churned "Cultured Gelato." Honest all the flavors we tried were yummy. My favorite was probably marionberry. They frequently change out their menu. Got there about 10-15 minutes before they opened on a Saturday morning and we were the second group of people in line. read more

Hellenika Cultured Creamery - Gelato - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This place is such a great place inside Seattle's pike place market. This family run Gelato shop is owned by an Australian family. One of the coolest things about the experience is watching the Gelato being stirred and mixed right at the store. It adds and interactive part for when you visit. The staff is generous with samples. You can try as many flavors as you would like before deciding. Another big plus is that most of their flavors are gluten free. The Gelato itself is creamy and flavorful. If you're in the area try it out. Better to check it out on a weekday. read more

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I set out to find Ellenos yogurt, but somehow ended up discovering Hellenika instead. Honestly, it turned out to be a pretty happy accident. While wandering through Pike Place, several vendors told me the Ube Coconut flavor was their favorite, so I took that as a sign and ordered it. I'm happy to report they were right. It was rich, creamy, and surprisingly refreshing at the same time. I went with the small size, which turned out to be perfect because it satisfied my sweet tooth without leaving me in a food coma. My husband chose the Calamansi flavor and really enjoyed it too. The bright citrus flavor paired with the floral tang made it taste different from a typical ice cream. There always seems to be a line, but it moves quickly thanks to the attentive staff, who do a great job keeping things running smoothly and making sure people aren't waiting too long. A part of me still misses the Ellenos stand I originally came for, but I'm glad I found Hellenika. Sometimes the best Pike Place discoveries are the ones you weren't looking for. If you're visiting the market and want a cool treat, I'd definitely recommend giving Hellenika a try. read more

Hellenika Cultured Creamery - We loved the Ube Coconut - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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The lines for this place are always insane; I usually just skip it but finally bit the bullet. Honestly, I do think the quality of the gelato lives up to the hype. The 45min wait can be unbearable though for a scoop of dessert, so I'm not sure if I'd necessarily come back. There are tons of gelato flavors to choose from -- I think I counted 16 at least. They did offer samples, so we between the two of us, we were able to try almost all the flavors on the menu. Super creamy gelato texture; no ice crystals at all. The cultures also gave everything a nice tang to balance out the richness and sweetness of the gelato. All the flavors were really good, and I don't think you can go wrong. We went with the blueberry. It was reassuring to know they used actual fruit in their gelato, since we were able to find some blueberry skins and seeds in our scoop! read more

Hellenika Cultured Creamery - blueberry gelato - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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First time checking out Hellenika and I can say it's worth the line/hype. So glad they let you try all the flavors but sad we weren't able to try lemon curd and ube/coconut since they were churning. I ended up getting the Vanilla and Mango. My husband got the Seattle Fog and Honey Macadamia Nut. The texture is so creamy and depending on the flavor you might get some little bits too. read more

Hellenika Cultured Creamery - Churn baby, churn - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Another hyped place I saw all over social media. It was a must stop during our short trip up to Seattle. Walked up a little later afternoon & there was a short line. It moved pretty quick though, we waited maybe 10-15 minutes. I really wanted the calamansi curd,but it was still churning. Decided to sample the london fog & was surprised to find that it had slight hint of citrus in it. I was sold. Boyfriend got the marionberry & ube coconut. It was so cool to see the gelato basically being made in front of you. There were a other flavors that were still churning. Its wasn't just like another tub being brought out from the freezer. The creaminess was just wow! So smooth. Worth the hype, worth the wait. Kinda regret not going everyday we were there. read more

Hellenika Cultured Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I heard that this was a must try in Seattle, so my friend and I waited the 20 minutes. The workers are super kind and manage the line well. It was so hard to decide on a flavor, but I ended up getting the marionberry. I loved the smooth and light texture of it, and it wasn't overly sweet either. Definitely a spot worth checking out if you're at Pike Place! read more

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Very soft and very yummy. It's creamy just how it should be. The ube coconut was good and you can taste the ube well. The other flavor is like a little cinnamony but not too sweet. They let you try all their flavors but everyone is also trying the flavors so the line can be a bit long and a bit of a wait too. The staff are all nice and it is a bit small inside so taking it out to eat on a sunny day is your best bet to enjoying the treat. read more

Hellenika Cultured Creamery - Ube coconut - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Yummy spot for a cold sweet treat on a hot day! Walking around eating my Ube Coconut I had many people stop me and ask where I got my delicious treat. Definitely unique and I enjoyed they let you sample before you choose. I chose the popular Ube Coconut which was tasty. Long lines but the staff were efficient and kind. Only con was we saw the Salish tours going on and the worker preparing their glass jarred samples wiped the jars with her apron to clean them when she should be using a clean towel not the bottom of her apron?.... We would return for the unique flavors! read more

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Hellenika Cultured Creamery ended up being one of my favorite dessert stops at Pike Place Market. The menu offers a lot of flavors you don't normally see, so it was fun trying something a little different. I went with the Coconut Ube and Black Sesame. The Coconut Ube was lightly sweet and incredibly creamy, while the Black Sesame had a rich, roasted flavor that complemented the Ube quite well. The cultured gelato has a noticeably smooth texture with a slight tang that makes it feel fresh rather than overly rich. It's clear that a lot of care goes into the ingredients, and the flavors come across as balanced instead of trying to be overly bold for the sake of being different. Service was very amiable! Would highly recommend stopping in for a scoop. read more

Hellenika Cultured Creamery - Coconut Ube and black sesame - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Stopped by Hellenika Cultured Creamery on our last visit to Seattle. Parking is difficult in this area as the shop is located in the middle of pike place market. You'll likely need to park in a nearby lot, parking garage, or street park a couple blocks away. When you arrive, the atmosphere feels open, bustling and such good customer service (I'm sure they would let you sample every flavor). After sampling a few flavors i opted for the POG (passionfruit, orange, and guava) gelato. The gelato was excellent and it was well balanced and smooth. If you are in the pike place market, this is a must stop. read more

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The line is always long and it's annoying to stand in especially since you're waiting under direct sunlight. The workers are very nice though and allow you to try lots of flavors which is fun for a place like this where most people like trying lots of different flavors before settling. That being said, the prices are quite expensive for what you're getting and they go as far as to charge you SEVENTY FIVE CENTS for an extra spoon read more

Hellenika Cultured Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Wow, I am a fan! Love the berry flavor and am glad you don't always have to trundle down to the market to get after it. During the heat, this hits it. read more

This is my favorite frozen yogurt place. We go there every time we are at pike Place market. They have the most unique flavors and real churned yogurt! This is also a tourist destination and there is always a line, but the line moves fast! The staff are friendly and you can try out the flavors. Today we got honey matcha and calamansi. I would really recommend the calamansi such a refreshing flavor for the summer read more

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I highly recommend this unique ice cream shop. They have plenty of unique flavors and allow you to try them before committing to a whole serving. The serving sizes are reasonable and so are the prices. The atmosphere inside is very fun, and the service is outstanding. I always enjoy my visits here. read more

While visiting Pike Place Market, I stopping in to Hellenika to sample the goods. I tried the London Fog flavor and it was out of this world! They rotate a new eight new flavors every month to keep the menue fresh. If you are looking for some delicious gourmet cream, this is the place! read more

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I think its worth the hype. The yogurt is high quality and i like the flavors. The consistency is thick, definitely recommend getting the split cup read more

Hellenika Cultured Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

LETS MAKE SOMETHING SUPER CLEAR: HELLENIKA IS NOT OVERRATED!!! THIS PLACE IS WORTH THE WAIT AND THE HYPE. A TRUE GEM IN SEATTLE. I've never found another gelato place producing this good of gelato. Only in Italy. So I'll happily make my way over and grab a cup at Pikes. My family and I waited about 20mins to try Hellenikas gelato and omg - it's sooooooooooooooo GOOOODDDDD!!! It was so hard to decide which samples were the best. The flavors are outstanding here. I ended up getting their plum and pistachio gelato with an added scoop of their famous Ube coconut. It was as dreamy as it sounds. I get that gelato may not be precious to everyone. But when you find something as good as the real thing in Italy, you don't take it for granted. See ya soon HELLENIKA! read more

Hellenika Cultured Creamery - Plum + Ube double scoop = a perfect Saturday treat! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Small batch gelato made from cultured milk and churned daily=heaven for your tastebuds! Hellenika excels in the art of flavor combinations and manages to take ingredients that you normally wouldn't associate with gelato, such as ginger and plum, and turns it into a culinary masterpiece! Lines are long and move efficiently and the extra friendly staff, who are also patient with all your sample requests, add to the overall quality of Hellenika. read more

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I learned about this ice cream parlor from IG for their viral swirling creamery videos. When we first passed by the store in the afternoon hours, there was a huge line out the door, about half an hour wait time. Luckily when we passed by it again next morning, there wasn't any line, so we decided to try it out. The store is small. Everyone walks thru the aisle and during the turn you get to see the churning flavors. They had 8 flavors available. They hand out small portions for the flavors guests want to try. The scoops come in three cup sizes of S, M, L and a split option available as well. Prices are between $7 and $14. We tried the mango, lime curd, and ube coconut flavors. Mango was my favorite. We got small cups of mango and ube coconut. But even small cups had such large scoops, we kept eating for a while. The ice cream was so dense and creamy, very unique texture. The staff member were super friendly. They were smiling all the time and handing tasting spoons to all guests without any fuss. The checkout process was quick and simple. We were delighted to be able to try out this viral spot. read more

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This spot serves delicious, freshly churned frozen yogurt that tastes incredibly fresh and creamy. With so many tempting flavors to choose from, it's hard to pick just one! One thing I really appreciated is that they let you sample any flavor before deciding, making it easy to find your favorite. The staff is also friendly and welcoming, which adds to the overall experience. There's usually a long line, but it moves quickly and efficiently, so the wait isn't too bad. Overall, a great place for a sweet treat with fresh flavors, excellent service, and a smooth experience despite the crowds. read more

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We've been here a couple of times and I was very surprised this last time line started with us. Yay! We just waited about 3 minutes to get in. Inside was another story. There was another line with enough time for us to decide what we wanted. We usually get some pints and a couple of ice creams on the go. It feels a bit crowded on the line at times. But live the cleanliness and that they have various machines and persons helping customers. Flavours were amazing during the FIFA matches. Loved all the names. I wish there could be more like España! For the winner! I like they vary the flavours. All are awesome! Why do you do this?!! Haha One of my favourites is the Biskoff. Please try it! read more

I finally made it out to Pikes Place to try Hellenika on a warm spring day. For those who are familiar with the local Ellenos greek yogurt, Hellenika is their cultured gelato. As a fan of their regular greek yogurt (and frozen desserts in general), I knew I had to give them a try! At 3:30pm, the line was already out the door and about 50 people long (by 5:30pm, the line was closer to 70 people long). It took my group about 20 minutes to get through the line. The inside is relatively small and tight. There is no indoor seating (which is a bummer if you come on a cold or rainy day) but there are some outdoor tables with umbrellas lined along the sidewalk shared among businesses. Hellenika makes their yogurt every 20 minutes and so you know it's fresh as they pour the mixture into the rotating churn machines in front of you. They have eight rotating flavors on a seasonal basis and you can order a kid's size (i.e. "Walkaround") for $6.95, medium for $9.15, large for $13.35, and flight (the equivalent of 8 kid's scoops) for $26.25 plus tax. If you want a split scoop, they charge $0.85. My partner and I split a FLIGHT so that we could try all eight flavors. The flavors they currently have (as of May 2026) are LONDON FOG, LEMON CURD, UBE COCONUT, BLACK SESAME WITH MOCHI, DUTCH CHOCOLATE, APPLE PIE USA, AUSTRALIA TIM TAM SLAM, and BISCOFF. Although the kid's size cups look small, they pack the scoops and so the flight was honestly more than we had anticipated and could've easily fed 4 people instead of 2 (it's no wonder they gave us seven spoons). - LONDON FOG - this flavor was decent and tasted more like lemon lavender than an actual london fog. My second favorite of the flight. - LEMON CURD - this was the best flavor of the bunch as the tart curd went well with the tart yogurt/gelato. Reminded me of the Ellenos lemon curd yogurt cups! - UBE COCONUT - I was a little perplexed by this flavor. While the coconut flavor was strong, the tartness from the gelato overpowered the sweetness of the ube. I did appreciate the coconut flakes mixed in though. - BLACK SESAME WITH MOCHI - As a black sesame and mochi fan, I was very much looking forward to this flavor after seeing it featured multiple times in my Instagram feed. However, this flavor unfortunately was the bottom of the list for me. The mochi had a hard texture and similar to the ube, the tartness just overpowered any sweetness. - DUTCH CHOCOLATE - the chocolate shown through in this one, but again, had a slight sour aftertaste from the yogurt which I didn't like. I thought this one would be sweeter, given that it's chocolate, but was not so. - APPLE PIE USA - this flavor worked because the apples were slightly tart to begin with. The cinnamon also mellowed out the tartness of the yogurt and so this one was maybe my third favorite. - AUSTRALIA TIM TAM SLAM - I didn't know what a Tim Tam was, but apparently it's a chocolate covered wafer. This one actually tasted less like chocolate, and more like coffee/mocha as there were definitely some bitter notes mixed in. It tasted like overnight tiramisu oats without the sweetener. - BISCOFF - this one was probably the sweetest of the bunch and like the Apple Pie, had good cinnamon flavor that hid the tartness. I'm not a huge Biscoff fan to begin with, but I liked the crunch of the Biscoff cookies mixed in. While the service (once you get to the front of the line) was great and the scoop sizes were huge, I was unfortunately left underwhelmed by the gelato overall. I had high expectations, but my foodie friend and I agreed that it just missed the mark for us. While the texture was nice and creamy, I think I actually prefer my treats a little sweeter and with less tang (and that's coming from someone who used to like Red Mango's tart frozen yogurt and who orders 30% sweetness on drinks). With that said, I think I'll be sticking to Shugs, Molly Moons, or Salt & Straw instead next time I'm at Pikes Place. read more

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We were visiting Pike Place Market and saw a LONG LINE for this ice cream place so we decided to try. Hellenika is known for gelato made with local milk and live cultures, blending Greek aspects. Small menu for the flavors. You can sample as many as you like. I got ube coconut. It's creamy and soft. Fresh for sure. As we eating it, it didn't melt at all. I know that's definitely a good quality gelato. I found the small cup was still too much for me. You can ask for a split (half and half) to buy more flavors. It's a very popular spot. Line up to order, take some pictures then exit. No tables or seats inside. Nice Greek theme through out the store. The lady was very nice and patient with all the customers. (Imaging everyone asks for multiple samples). Highly recommended to try it out. Go early to avoid the line (we did that). read more

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Had to stop at Hellenika Cultured Creamery while exploring Pike Place Market and it did not disappoint. The gelato is incredibly creamy, rich, and packed with flavor -- you can truly taste the freshness in every bite. I loved that everything is churned every 20 minutes or less, which gives it such a smooth texture. The menu has a great mix of staple favorites and fun seasonal rotations, so there's always something new to try. The staff was friendly, patient, and happy to let us sample flavors before choosing (honestly, you'll want to try them all). The shop itself is bright, spotless, and super easy to order from, which made the whole experience even better. Portions are the perfect size, prices are reasonable for Pike Place Market, and the quality is absolutely worth it. If you're visiting Pike Place and want a refreshing treat, this place is a must-stop. The Honey Lavender and Ube Coconut were amazing! And the Mango Tajin is not one to be slept on. read more

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Absolutely loved Hellenika and their cultured gelato! Right by Pike's Place and we happened to stumble upon it. From other reviews we were lucky there wasn't a long line! Thought the 20 minute churning was neat to see as well as the windows into their kitchen. Appreciated being able to sample! I ended up going with a different direction than I originally would have because of the samples. Coconut Ube was so good! Has little pieces of coconut which adds to the texture and the Plain Greek almost tastes like cheesecake. A small was plenty too and loved you could do two flavors even for a small. read more

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Delicious creamy ice cream! They have many unique flavors that you don't get anywhere else. Line can get long but they have enough staff to keep it moving. read more

Hellenika Cultured Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Mostly hype. Flavors were okay. If you are looking for extremely soft ice cream this can be fore you. Better value if you just buy a flavor out of the freezer,but what is the fun in that. You will be treated to a line that hopefully doesn't go around the whole block. There is no shade in the afternoon either. There is a marketplace along the wait to get some cold water or soda read more

The lines are pretty long and this place is crazy overhyped. You're getting not very cold frozen yogurt that just taste like anything you'd get at other places. They're also out of a bunch of flavors at any given time and if you want to wait for specific flavors they just tell you to go back to the end of the line. Not a place I'd ever go back to. read more

Had to try this popular ice cream place! The staff is super friendly, conversational, and have positive moods which contribute to the atmosphere. The line was really long and was a bit of a wait but when you're inside they let you taste the flavors before purchasing. I got to try all the flavors and I feel they were just okay. They were definitely all unique in their own ways but I wasn't very fond of them but it was still good. I got the greek yogurt and biscoff in the end. I think biscoff was the best out of the two. These weren't super sweet either! read more

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Finally got to try this staple at Pike Market. There was a line but it moves quick. We went during FIFA and they had special flavors I did sample a couple but I mostly came for the Ube coconut and it lives up to the hype! Super creamy coconutty. It melts fast so we had to hurry up and eat it! It's worth to try once but I don't think we would come back as locals. read more

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Yooo, *bold* black sesame taste in the xian black sesame mochi Greek gelato with a tangy flair. Though the more I ate it the more I realized that it's a tad too sweet for me; I couldn't finish a small size. I also tried the cantaloupe flavor (pretty tart, almost as tart as a sorbet lol) and the ube coconut flavor (deliciously tastes *just* like Magnolia ube ice cream :p). No line when visiting on a Thursday afternoon in early March. read more

Hellenika Cultured Creamery - Xian black sesame mochi & cantaloupe - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I love ice cream and especially LOVE A creamery! Hellenika's has been sneaking its way onto my feeds because of their unique flavors and delicious milk taste. They even offer flights in case you want to try a few flavors. It's located at Pike Place making it a busy location but the line goes by quickly and there's nowhere to sit so it's a quick grab and go spot. I would have liked to be able to enjoy my ice cream there but maybe they'll expand eventually. They're constantly churning ice cream and sometimes you might need to wait a few minutes for it to be ready but it's well worth it. I wasn't patient enough unfortunately but something to consider. I of course tried a few before deciding and was shocked that the flavors were a lot more subtle than expected. The milky taste was there but not enough for me. read more

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I have walked by Hellenika Cultured Creamery at Pike Place Market so many times, and the line is always insane even in the dead of winter. The zombie-like insanity coveting Hellenika is in competition for the (not-)first Starbucks steps away. Well, as luck would have it that we finally encountered a short line on a pouring rainy day. The inside is sparkling clean with canisters of whirling ice cream. Even though we sampled some from a very kind staff member, we opted to get a takeaway container instead. I won the rock-paper-scissors over hubby and chose the Marionberry. I still want the Seattle/London Fog and Lemon Curd in the future, while he wants the Ube Coconut next. The ice cream is super rich and thick. The marionberry flavor is full of berry goodness. I am glad I bought the take-out container. I learned that I want only about two tablespoons at a time. It is soooo rich! I also learned something else. These are at select grocery stores, too! read more

Hellenika Cultured Creamery - Marionberry pre-packed container - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Worth the hype! I would describe this as the perfect hybrid of gelato and yogurt. We chose the ube coconut flavor, and it was amazing. The texture was rich and creamy, and there was just a little bit of tartness which went perfectly with the sweetness of the coconut and ube. read more

Hellenika Cultured Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Took the opportunity to revisit with a very short line around 5pm just before close. Saw they had Lunar New Year flavors so figured this was a prime opportunity to come back, though did not see the Yuzu Cheesecake which sounds delicious. Instead, they had most of the regular offerings plus Dragon's Beard. All the flavors were available this time, churning smoothly, and with no lengthy delays. Delicious froyo-like gelato, but in large quantities, the Greek yogurt tanginess gets a bit heavy on the taste buds. Ice cream or regular froyo I can unhealthily demolish large quantities of, but not the Greek yogurt gelato here. Maybe a good thing calorie wise and for the wallet, but I think a small cup is more than enough! Would rather come here more often for a treat than overload in one visit. Honey Matcha - very light matcha, stronger Greek yogurt tanginess, and a dabble of honey for balance. While it's not too sweet (good thing), I do wish there was more earthy, grassy undertones. Probably a good way to ease into matcha for those unfamiliar or those who aren't fond of the grass-like taste. This had the yogurt consistency much like all the other flavors. Dragon's Beard - consistency and texture here was more akin to ice cream, not as creamy. Interesting flavor, tasty, nutty, and not very sweet. Dragon's beard is a colorful Chinese treat that's essentially sugar infused with goodies like nuts. Flavor wise, we thought it tasted almost berry-like, though I don't actually think that's the case. It's more like a light, cotton candy. The peanuts added a nice texture which many other flavors don't have, great for the sensory add. read more

Hellenika Cultured Creamery - Marionberry Pint - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Everyone loves it, I didn't. It's lightly flavored and just is over powered by al the greek yogurt aspect. I had blueberry and biscoff. I wouldn't go back. read more

So good! Love their honey lavender, marionberry, and ube coconut. The staff are really nice and let you sample as many flavors as you'd like before ordering. The line usually moves quick and is def worth the wait. read more

Hellenika Cultured Creamery - honey lavender, marionberry, and ube coconut were faves - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington