Jeni's had so many different flavors. Thankfully, service was friendly, patient, and gave samples! My boyfriend and I shared two scoops. One scoop was the salted peanut butter flavor and the other was the butterscotch. The peanut butter was surprisingly the better flavor! And I like peanut butter, but the standout factor was how creamy and thick the ice cream texture was. The butterscotch flavor didn't have the same creaminess and richness. Great place to get dessert! read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Salted Peanut Butter & Butterscotch - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

I actually like the Jeni's in other places like DC because it was so rich and creamy. This one i didn't feel it was upto the mark. I got to try different flavors and ended up buying the brambleberry one. There are a few outdoor seating but nothing indoors. Service was okay! read more

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Ice cream lovers gather here!! First time and won't be my last. The ice cream was bomb! I tried a few which I loved all but ultimately got the brown butter almond brittle ice cream in a waffle cone!! The ice cream was flavorful, rich and creamy! And the cone was fresh and crunchy. For ice cream, it was a little pricey but not crazy considering the amount you get and how it tastes. Def worth it! Seating available inside and out but it's a smaller space. We were greeted soon as we walked in and they were very patient with us trying different flavors. It's downtown so getting a cone and taking a walk was the perfect way to end the day! read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Brown Butter Almond Brittle Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

Parking is tricky but if you're lucky, you get spots right outside the parlor. My favs are almond brittle and bramble berry !!! They're a must- try! read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

Can't go wrong with Jeni's Ice Cream! This shop obviously has no parking since it's located right on South Congress, but we lucked out the day we went. The strawberry pretzel salad ice cream speaks to me as a Pittsburgher, and I loved it! I believe the other flavor I went with was a vegan lemon one. We tasted a few and made our decisions. This ice cream is so expensive, but worth it for a treat once in a while. The brambleberry is my absolute favorite. Great flavors! read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

The ice cream here is so good! I used to go to Amy's across the street to try to support local. But I just like the flavors better here. The darkest chocolate, the mint chip. It's hard to imagine a day on SoCo without ice cream. They let you try different flavors too. And the Jo's ILYSM wall is a great photo opp with your ice cream cones. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

I previously tried Amy's per recommendation of a tour guide but a friend told me Jeni's is where it's at so I had to swing by before leaving Austin. Upon entering, the workers are so welcoming and friendly -- I tried a few flavors before settling on gooey butter cake, watermelon taffy, brown butter almond brittle and brambleberry (?) crumble. Everything was so yummy! Very similar to Salt and Straw in terms of vibes / set up. Would say Jeni's has better taste but Amy's has a better vibe! read more

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Went there late on Friday night and was pleasantly happy with the experience. I love that they're open late at night and their menu changes seasonally. They had a delicious Brown Butter ice cream that was my favorite. They had a few weird flavors that didn't suit my flavor palette like rootbeer float and mint. But over all, very rich and flavorful ice creams! read more

Giving this a 5 star because I really liked their non dairy chocolate cake ice cream . Their waffle is fresh too read more

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Novel place to grab some ice cream. There's some innovation on flavours like lavender or goat cheese. Portions are tiny so getting a large (4 scoops) is like getting a small at other places. Nicely decorated inside and the staff lets you try the flavours before buying. read more

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I don't think I'm the target audience for this style of store. I get it, it's gourmet ice cream, and you're in the domain. But $7 for two HALF scoops, which if you know your fractions means that's ONE scoop of ice cream, is ludicrous. Nonetheless, we got some because I didn't look at the prices ahead of time. I got a half scoop of the bramble crisp and a half scoop of their double dough. I don't get it- the berry was lacking that tart acidity, I only tasted graham cracker, and the double dough didn't actually have any pieces of cookie dough and tasted overwhelmingly of caramel. I tasted two other flavors- the coffe with cream and sugar and the lavender. The coffee wasn't bad- tasted like coffee, and I didn't get a lavender taste. I get it, it's made from scratch and the owner is a James Beard winner but I cannot justify ice cream at 7.25 per scoop before tax especially when it doesn't completely change my life. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

Thank you Lilly for suggesting the scrumptiously decadent Brown Butter Brittle Ice cream to share with my hot (literally and figuratively as #austin is having a bit of a heatwave) husband. Perfect end to our afternoon stroll up and down #southcongress to walk off at least a bit of lunch read more

The most delicious ice cream I have ever had in my entire life. It's a little pricey, but totally worth it. I will be coming back as often as possible. read more

Came in on a Saturday night and there was little to no line. I loved being able to sample the different flavors before getting my scoops. The inside was small but there was seating outside to make up for it. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

Ice cream was wonderful and the workers we're very nice! I would definitely recommend this place and will be going back!

When I have an ice cream fix, Jeni's is the place to be for classic flavors (Darkest Chocolate and Double Dough) and creative blends like Brambleberry Crisp and Gooey Butter Cake. I love pairing up or sundae-style (3 mini-scoops) in their Signature dish. Always leave with a smile and hair smelling of waffle cones. It's love at first bite! read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Once called the Trio, a Neapolitan of sorts with Milkiest Chocolate, Goose Tracks, and Double Dough. Choose your own adventure! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

Out of all the ice cream spots I've tried in Austin, Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream easily takes the top spot. The flavors are all incredibly unique, but what really stands out is how well-balanced and delicious they are. Nothing feels like it's trying too hard to be different -- everything just works. The pricing is reasonable for the quality, and I've never had a bad experience with the staff. Everyone is friendly, helpful, and makes each visit enjoyable. Every time I go to Whole Foods now, I make sure to grab a pint of Jeni's to keep at home. It's become a freezer essential. They also release new seasonal flavors regularly, so it never gets boring. One of the best parts is their birthday reward. If you download the Jeni's app and register your birthday, you get four free scoops and waffle cones. The scoops are generous, too, so it's definitely worth signing up. My all-time favorite flavors are Gooey Butter Cake, which has vanilla cake crumbles and a rich caramel-butterscotch sauce, and Brambleberry Crisp, with oat streusel and a tangy brambleberry jam. Both are incredible. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

If your long-distance girlfriend is in town and she says she wants Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams, you make it happen. This was my second time having Jeni's, with the first being during SXSW when just passing the storefront had me drooling over the smell of freshly made waffle cones. Both times, I went with a half scoop of Wildberry Lavender and Darkest Chocolate, and it was money well spent. What I absolutely love about Jeni's, beyond the scoops themselves, is how good their waffle cones are. When you walk in and see their waffle makers working in the back, you know right away the cones are going to smack harder than the bass-boosted remix of The Hills. As for the service, the ability to taste flavors before committing is a classic move at all creameries, but the little spoons they give you elevate the experience. It shows that extra level of care that makes you want to come back. The price is slightly higher than your average ice cream shop, but it is premium ice cream, and the quality justifies the cost. That Darkest Chocolate flavor has a supreme richness unmatched by any other ice cream I have tried. Ultimately, Jeni's leaves me impressed. The flavors are bold, the experience is thoughtful, and most importantly, my girlfriend was happy. All the boxes were checked. read more

Great after Dinner treat! My fave creamy chocolate & peanut butter with chocolate flecks, layer cake! Oh so good! read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Great selection - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Awesome little creative ice cream shop located in Austin - definitely recommended to stop by for a scoop! They do small/half scoops, so almost every order feels like an ice cream flight. The flavors are creative and delicious - similar to Salt and Straw from California. Samples are available and they actually introduce the flavors and what the highlights are, which is fun. Prices are a little bit on the higher side, so this is definitely a nice treat if you're ending your evening! Staff is a mixed bag - some are very enthusiastic and happy to be there, others are very lackadaisical. There isn't anywhere to sit indoors, so this is a take-away-only option. read more

TBH, I was going to try Amy's ice cream across the street since I'm back in Austin and all, but there was a line and I wasn't going to wait. When I say the people of Austin are SLEEPING on gourmet ice cream, I mean it. No line at Jeni's? I literally walked right up and ordered on a Friday night. DC would never. Got a standard-which means a scope of salted peanut butter chip and a scope of browned butter almond. Absolutely perfect with the little waffle chip in my bowl. The store front is small, though there are benches on either side of the entrance outside. No steps, so easy to get into. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Standard scoops - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

Lovely ice cream spot with good customer service. The flavors were unique and flavorful! I loved the cones :-) They have both indoor and outdoor seating as well as to go pints. Good music plays in the background but it's not too loud. Below are the ratings of the ones I tried: *Salted Caramel: 5/5 *Gooey Butter Cream: 5/5 read more

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They encourage sampling, they have cream-forward flavors, and even the smallest portion is a satisfying size. What's not to like? I chose the gooey butter cake - one of the most popular, my server told me - and its butterscotch, cake pieces, and caramelly flavors had texture and sweetness without being sugary. I complemented it with darkest chocolate, which isn't as bitter as its name implies. The menu has lots of variations on the flavor profiles I mentioned, which gives you plenty of opportunities to dial in the perfect combination for your mood. No off-the-wall flavors here. I sat inside to shield myself from the rain. There are windowsills big enough for perhaps 7-8 total in-store diners. read more

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After a nice family lunch, we decided to take a stroll along South Congress. We came upon Jeni's and had a really enjoyable experience overall! The variety of flavors was impressive and the service was very helpful and friendly. They had everything from classic flavors to some unique options that you can sample to assist with what could be a difficult decision. There are no indoor seating options and just a bench outside of their store. A great experience and will be back for more! Enjoy! read more

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I love Jeni's ice cream! The flavors are so delicious and there's a good variety. This past trip I decided to get a flavor with peanut butter but can't remember exactly what it was. Regardless, it was amazing. The only improvement area for this location is to add more seating. It's very limited at the moment. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

Line is crazy and there is no seating except one bench outside, but the ice cream is so worth it. My sugar cone was made up of "Coffee with Cream and Sugar" and Salted Caramel". They do offer samples as well as a cold brew pour over with your ice cream. It is busy there, so be kind to the people working here. Try to have an idea of what you want when you get to the front. read more

Clean restaurant, friendly service and most importantly amazingly delicious ice cream!

Fantastic ice cream spot with creative and unique flavors. Is a bit pricy, but great ice cream. Employees are very kind and guide you through their selection with urgency and enthusiasm. Liked and ordered the blueberry crisp and lemon bar flavors and walked away with my waffle cone. Would recommend coming here from a walk because parking is hard to find. read more

No matter what city I'm in, I can count on Jeni's quality of ice cream. That's a fact. That Gooey Butter Cake and Brown Butter Almond Brittle was decadent and creamy...a full arsenal of flavor...with big chunks of butter cake and brittle, respectively. One thing I like about this ice cream is that even if you remove the "mix-ins" the ice cream itself is still full of flavor without them. The scoops were small, but it was perfectly proportional for anyone trying to watch the calories. Austin is blazing hot this time of year, even at night, and ice cream is a quick relief. Plus the guys that come here for ice cream are HOT! You get ice cream goodies and eyeball goodies :-) read more

My absolute favorite and go to ice cream ever since I discovered it a couple years ago...would give it 6 stars if I could GO TRY JENIS they also give a birthday freebie! read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I love Jeni's ice cream so knew I had to stop by the SoCo scoop shop during my recent Austin visit. It was a hot Texas day, but the shop was nicely air conditioned and the line moved quickly. The employees were friendly and helpful as I sampled two flavors before making my choice. I was not disappointed! read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

Excellent everything. Highly recommended!! Had great flavors and really hit the spot after dinner.

Fast and always good quality. I love the double dough and milkiest chocolate. Another fabulous flavor is watermelon taffy. It's fast service

Delicious, simple ice cream. They have fun, creative flavors that don't go over the top. Perfect dessert after a walk in SOCO. The samples I tried were all good. My favorite was the goey cake ice cream. Big serving, shareable. Love how they have their pints on sale. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I had the Wildberry Lavender and Brambleberry Crisp - it was a GREAT pair, each one's unique flavor nicely complementing the other - a little sweet and a smooch tart. As a lavender lover, yes, you can actually taste lavender. Think of the brambleberry like a mixed berry cobbler with a delicious crust. Parking is street side, ample up and down the street. We stopped in after dark (after a bat bridge kayak tour) and though there was a line to the door, it moved along nicely enough. Don't plan on eating at a table inside though! read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Wildberry Lavender and Brambleberry Crisp - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

Jeni's is a staple in Austin and for good reason--their ice cream is delicious. My favorite is the Brambleberry Crisp, which I can never get enough of.... Definitely a go-to spot for a sweet treat! read more

Some of the best ice cream I've ever had. I ordered a double scoop of chocolate and coffee and every bite was magnificent. The staff were fast and friendly and the air conditioner was blasting. If I didn't walk into this place I may have died on the sidewalk out front. Fuck the heat in Austin. Seriously. What in god's holy dick is going on in Texas?!? I was there for a week and you could wring out my clothes for a gallon of sweat every single time I stepped outside. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - The view from my seat where I thought I was gonna die from heat exhaustion. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream has some deliciously unique flavors- not to mention everything from their vibrant bubbly packaging to their adorable merch. This icecream shop is a must visit at least once! The premium ice cream options are so rich and creamy, with such prominent distinct flavors. Jeni's offers cool trendy flavors like birthday cake, gooey butter cake, peanut butter chocolate, etc so there's really something for everyone to enjoy. If you come here, you HAVE to try the pistachio macaron. Its hard not to be bias but this really is their best flavor! The nutty pistachio flavor is so strong and is complemented with that hint of almond extract. Pair it with a freshly made waffle cone! Waffle cones are crispy, buttery and just slightly sweet. I'm not sure if ours was made recently when we visited but it sure tasted fresh! Service was great for us. The workers were super peppy as they offered us samples and recommendations of their most popular flavors. Premium icecream comes at premium prices however. The two cones we ordered between my husband and I came out to be $20 which is surely the most I have ever spent on icecream. It was worth a try but I think buying a pint is more worth your bang for your buck. Try that pistachio macaron!! read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Pistachio Macaroon in a waffle cone - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

This place is nice. There's no seating inside. The ice cream options are tasty. They're pretty standard options, like berry, chocolate, etc. The staff is friendly and helpful. The smallest size is still pretty big by my standards. read more

Jeni's is such a cute idea. I enjoyed the overall view of location on this shop. (SideBar: You will have to find parking.) I got to taste as many flavors as I desire before I made my decision. I went with the Cold Brew and Dark Chocolate, DELISH! The ice cream is giving luxury ice cream at a good price. The service was good. I told them, it was my first here and they explained the flavors/cups/cones/products and recommended personal faves. I realized I forgot my wallet, and they have ApplePay. I came back here twice so far. read more

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