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    Jody B.

    Like Garth, I too was a "artisan popsicle" skeptic. I mean... how complex can you make a popsicle? You take liquid. You put it near a stick. You freeze it. If the liquid is tasty - you have yourself a popsicle. ... I was so wrong. I'm going to warn you right now, while eating this popsicle you're going to sound like you're in the midst of a wine tasting. Anyone near you, who isn't familiar with Johnny's Pops is going to think you're a tool and whisper "hipster" under their breath. Because it's going to happen. One of these phrases WILL come out of your mouth: "I definitely taste a hint of cardamom." or "The fibres from the mango give it such a unique texture!" or "The balsamic is really well balanced." Because these ARE artisan popsicles. And they ARE complex. And damn freaking tasty. My personal favourites so far: Strawberry Balsamic & Blueberry Mojito. I am still holding out for the fabled Avocado/Lime. These pops have my top spot for frozen treats on sticks. Nice Pops comes a close close second but there is one very important thing they do not have: Johnny. Honest to god, i'd be handing out a five star rating even if the popsicles weren't so good, purely because I believe the owner may actually be the world's NICEST person. This man could sell me just about anything. He's friendly, passionate about his product and gives a damn good hand stinging high five. Service Ninja extraordinaire. FUN FACT: You can order online! And they deliver! NINJA HACK: These bad boys are only $3 on cloudy days.

    Danielle L.

    (I pinky swore Johnny that I would do a review and here it is - I promise aforementioned pinky swear will have no influence on my review) I didn't know Johnny's Pops were missing from my life until I had one. And now all I can think of is when I will have the next one, and where I can buy them, and what flavours I should try next. In short - I think I have a problem. I had the blackberry cheesecake pop. It had one beautiful enormous blackberry perfectly placed in it so that you could see it from both sides of the pop, and there were ribbons of blackberry goodness running all through the rich (but not too rich) cheesecake base. It didn't melt too quickly and I felt transported back to my childhood, when you could sit on the front steps eating a Popsicle and contemplating life for a good hour before that sucker was done. My pal had the blueberry mojito pop, which she pronounced "remarkable refreshing." Another friend waxed poetic for minutes about the salted chocolate (?) pop. Try them all - I'm going to.

    Johnny's Pops' Strawberry Balsamic/Basil flavour.
    David L.

    I was never a fan of ice cream trucks that emit melodic chimes that spew out diesel fuel. Those trucks that offer artificially flavoured and artificially coloured popsicles. Some kids love 'em, but parents hate 'em because they're so bad. There's a great alternative in Vancouver which is also powered with a bicycle. Johnny's Pops' popsicles are made from real fresh fruits that are locally grown with natural flavours and colours from real ingredients. I tried the strawberry balsamic/basil and it had a very strawberry taste with hints of balsamic and basil flavours. It wasn't too sweet which is something I really enjoy. It's perfect for warm summer months and you'll feel good eating it too.

    They are delicious after all.
    Simon K.

    Maybe if I tried you first, and didn't know what was outside in the world I would give you that extra star, I will say you are very good, no doubt, and I would buy you again.... as a popsicle you currently lead the pack in Vancouver, and I'm going to leave it right there. With every passing year there is a new trend, especially for your chilly desserts, first it was gelato, then it was crazy flavored gelato, then we came to love the all natural gelato's and ice cream's.... and finally the popscicle is of relevance again! I love the bar on a stick when I was a kid, shoot, I used to build weird houses and planes from all the popsicle sticks I collected. I think back, yeah it was gross, seeing the food colored imprints on the sticks you just put in your mouth to eat, ah well we were young, we were kids, and that's a thing that Johnny's Pops brings you back to, a long time ago when things were simple and a mixture of frozen juice on a stick was all you needed. Well let's fast forward to right about now, so $4 is what you want for a flashback in time, and also we don't use weird stuff like grape 'drank' no more, only the best for your hard earned money, and what I had with my sweetie on this day was a blueberry cardamon pop. Wrapped in it's own see-through wrapping and ready to be ripped open like Christmas Day hit early, we were under some hot sun, needing something to cool our tongues, and hearing about this one..... we had to put our money down and try. The one warning I have to say right away, don't eat this thing in direct sunlight, and if your wearing bright clothes watch out for juice splatter, it's like drinking red wine on a swerving bus. Everyone licks and sucks differently (oh, this lines gonna get me in trouble!) and just like watching an episode of Dexter, splatter may occur and the one we had definitely could stain, with the help of the sun beading on our precious bar, even your nice clean white shoes could get stained good. The reason for the warning is that I've had what you call "Artisan" pops in NYC prior to this encounter, with a higher temperature going on there, I found that those pops held up a bit better to the heat than these ones... but isn't this just nitpicking.... I'm glad for this new revolution of frozen treats cooling us off in the summer, and I thank Johnny Pops for the flavor that me and my sweetie decided to have (blueberry, cardamon), it was good, the flavors were deep, they melded together quite nicely (Johnny did his homework and had some good guinea pigs!), and I would happily pay again. I just hope that this evolution of the popscicle gets to a storefront where more things could be added to the final product of the bar in your hand (sprinkles, coatings, etc.). The price is $4, real fruit juice, frozen, it maybe a little steep for some when you really think of it but they are good, I will vouch for that. It's just that I've had something similiar to you, and because of the price and the variety (let alone options) I have to with-hold that extra bling that turns this to a flaming 'RED' review.

    Tasted just like the drink!
    Angela K.

    Reading all the great reviews, I had to try one of these popsicles. Are they as amazing as everyone says they are? Yes, they are! I got mine from the little freezer at Welks on Main, as I walk by all the time. There were lots of yummy flavours to choose from, it was hard to decide. I ended up getting the Blackberry Mojito, which I thought might be a bit too sour, but it was perfect. It honestly tasted exactly like a Blackberry Mojito drink. I also love the fact that all the ingredients are listed on the back of the package, so you know exactly what you're getting. By far the best popsicle I've ever had!

    L -R:  mango yogurt strawberry, Vietnamese coffee, double chocolate, creamy strawberry lemonade, and coconut raspberry.

    We had the Johnny's Pops and red cart at my son's wedding recently. First I want to say that Johnny is very easy going and flexible to work with in arranging for the cart booking. Before the booking, I did a taste test and got several flavours from their cart at the Trout Lake farmers market. I wouldn't normally spend more than a couple dollars on a popsicle, but the balance, depth, and purity of the flavours he offers in these pops is well worth it! His product is definitely quality, and not your everyday popsicle! Johnny's Pops was perfect for our late afternoon event (it was low 20 degrees C and after raining all morning), as the popsicle was light and refreshing, not overly sweet yet tasty! The popsicle cart/pops really added to the fun and festive atmosphere of our event! Thank you, Johnny for helping us to have a successful and memorable day! At our event we had the following flavours: Mango yogurt strawberry: you can taste all three flavours in one popsicle; very popular with our crowd. Vietnamese coffee: tastes akin to having a frozen, stronger tasting Tim Horton's Ice Cap - was a hit with the adults! Double chocolate: way better than any fudgesicle you'll ever taste! Creamy strawberry lemonade: refreshing with a zing; great balance of sweet and tart. Coconut raspberry: smooth and fruity; probably the most subtle tasting popsicle of the flavours we had that day. Don't hesitate to try Johnny's Pops while at the farmers markets if you haven't already done so!

    Raspberry coconut and avocado lime
    Shyla C.

    These are super great! Especially the avocado lime. It's the best flavour. The value and flavour are there. It's $3.50 for one which is way cheaper than the other Popsicle places in the city. There aren't any toppings but who needs toppings when the flavour is already amazing! The blueberry cheesecake one is super delicious also. I find the vegan ones to all be a little sour. It's great that real ingredients are used and the flavours are divine!

    Johnny's a popular guy!
    Linda C.

    I was here for the Food Cart Fest and Johnnys avocado lime pop caught my eye. Its honestly not as weird as it sounds, actually quite the opposite! Yummy, refreshing and to die for! This is a great example of never judge a book by its cover - if I hadn't given this 'Artisan Popsicle' bike a chance, I wouldn't I known an avacado lolly can actually be yummy! Love this little bicycle cart and will hunt Johnny down to try all the other flavours!

    Kid approved!
    Dreama L.

    Kid, mother and foodie approved! We were lucky enough to have Johnny's Pops at the Food Truck Festival this summer. My on son is picky - I mean super picky - when it comes to his popsicles. We've tried several locally made artisan popsicles and they have always been a fail. He loved these and so did the entire family. Just the right texture, sweetness (not too much) and unique flavor combinations. A great treat on a hot Vancouver day! Thanks Johnny!

    Simon S.

    Turns out looking for vegan eats at the Shipyards Night Market is pretty easy, with many vendors offering at least one such itemon their menu. Johnny's Pops caught my eye because of it, and because the popsicle I tried had intriguing ingredients. The strawberry basil balsamic popsicle ($3.50 or 3 for $10) has intense real strawberry flavour (like eating real strawberries, including a slightly slimy real-pulp texture, but quite sour) with noticeable hints of basil and balsamic to make the flavour less predictable and more intriguing. Overall, interesting to try but for me (personal preference) the sourness was somewhat off-putting. I do normally like sour desserts to end dinner on a lighter note but in a citrusy way.

    Creamy strawberry lemonade was aaaamazing
    Salina S.

    Creamy strawberry lemonade was aaaaaamazing. Must try.

    Salted Milk Chocolate
    Lisa S.

    Johnny's Popsicles are the best. Tried the Strawberry Lemonade and Salted Milk Chocolate Popsicles. Great product. So delicious and all natural. Can't wait to try all the flavours. $3.50 each or 3 for $10. Totally worth it!

    Blueberry Mojito - it was so good I forgot to take a picture of the whole thing! Organic blueberries with a bitter simple syrup.

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    Mister

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    3.9
    (312 reviews)
    2.0 km
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    My boyfriend and I happened upon this artisan ice cream shop in Yaletown and we were impressed. We…read moretried the dark chocolate (magnificent) and the matcha (more subtle and for the true pure matcha flavor lover) ice creams and enjoyed seeing the folks there make our ice cream from scratch using liquid nitrogen. The folks working there were kind and professional. They looked like wickedly good witches as they added natural ingredients to their metal cauldrons, and then added the liquid nitrogen, creating a rapidly rising fog. So, really, you are getting ice cream and a show! The concoctions emerged as super smooth, not too sweet, distinct fresh flavorful ice cream. It is a small shop with limited seating, so not likely to be a comfie sit down experience for you given how popular the place is, but it is easy food to take to go and a very nice area for a stroll. So, that's the scoop! ;)

    I can't really tell if this is good ice cream or is it more just a gimmick. Like I saw the line…read moreoutside and I was craving something sweet so me and my group each got something different. We tried the ice cream sandwich, the creme brulee cup, and the s'mores bar. I would say everything was good, but probably not something we would get again. After a while it just got a little too sweet and the portion was a little big so we didn't finish most of it. The next time I go if I ever go again I would just get one thing and share it because a bite or two is probably all you need to satisfy your sweet craving.

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    I forget what flavor this was, just that it's a 5/5.
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    The brûlée in the oreo ice cream sandwich was great. Watched them brûlée in front of me

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    The brûlée in the oreo ice cream sandwich was great. Watched them brûlée in front of me
    Rooster's Ice Cream Bar

    Rooster's Ice Cream Bar

    4.0
    (115 reviews)
    1.9 km
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    Rooster's Ice Cream is not your typical ice cream spot. It almost seems like it's the complete…read moreopposite to the ice cream giants in town (Earnest and Rain or Shine) on purpose; I dig it. Located in a random spot? Check. Only one staff member working? Check. We've been a couple times and I have yet to see it busy. A few people pop in but no one ever lingers. Most likely because there's no seating. There's also a sign on the counter stating you can only sample 2 flavours during peak hours. There's usually 10 to 12 flavours to choose from; always something unique and interesting. They also have sundaes, ice cream sandwiches and doughnuts on the menu. - Mango raspberry swirl and London fog ($7.00 double) - waffle cone is included and it was better than expected. The ice cream itself tastes a bit denser but still has a creamy satisfying texture. The London fog was fantastic! The mango raspberry was more mango than raspberry but also quite good. - London fog ($5.00 single) - came back on a Monday and they only had four flavours that day. We went with the London fog; just as good as the last time. - Dark chocolate and black sesame with honey ($7.00 double) - the dark chocolate tasted like a fudgesicle but better. Not too sweet and hefty; it was so heavy it almost fell off the cone! The black sesame was delicious. Not quite like the ones we had in Japan but tasty and flavourful. I'll be back again and again! Love the laid back, no frills vibe at Rooster's. One of our favourite ice cream spots!

    Very odd location and no seating unless you count place mats along the bench against the wall…read more Would be great if there were a couple tables at least outside. Ambiance resembles like a really old former laundry mat. Quality of ice cream is there. However, cookies and donuts were sold out so no sandwiches available for the ice cream. Pretty decent scoop. I am not sure if I would come back... I prefer seating with my ice cream.

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    Avocado honey and cherry chocolate double scoop
    Avocado honey and cherry chocolate double scoop
    Avocado honey and cherry chocolate double scoop
    Avocado honey and cherry chocolate double scoop
    London fog ($5.00 single)

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    London fog ($5.00 single)
    Nero Waffles

    Nero Waffles

    4.3
    (687 reviews)
    3.3 km
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    Went to the West End location on a sunny Saturday morning and got the heaven (strawberries and…read morewhipped cream), and baked brie (greens, bruleed brie, prosciutto, gooseberries, and hazelnuts) waffles. Both were amazing! The waffles were light, crispy, and fluffy. The toppings were delicious. If you are in the area, stop in this cute, small outpost of Nero Waffles.

    Cute little Nero Waffles on Robson in the North end. I've never been to this location, but was not…read moredisappointed. It's much smaller than the other location, especially in the kitchen, but very quaint! The server/cashier/barista/chef was very kind. This location must be a tough one to work at - I hope they're paid accordingly! She was a one-woman show, and she was doing a fantastic job at handling the many tasks. (We visited about 4:30 on Saturday on Oct 25) They were great lattes, even some latte art! We went all-out on this visit. I had a Banella Brûlée, absolutely perfect. Everything is a bit sweet but that's what you're looking for when you order an ice cream waffle, right?! The Oreo was also a great choice. The tables are a bit small, but it's manageable. If it was full, I may be a bit claustrophobic but I think it's fine if there's some room. Overall, highly recommend for a latte or a sweet treat. They have some seasonal mini leige waffles if you're looking for something on the go!

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    Dessert waffles with fresh toppings!
    Dessert waffles with fresh toppings!
    Heaven Brussels waffle: fresh strawberries and real whip cream.
    Heaven Brussels waffle: fresh strawberries and real whip cream.
    Brésilienne Brussels waffle: vanilla ice cream, real whip cream, roasted hazelnuts, in house made caramel sauce.

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    Brésilienne Brussels waffle: vanilla ice cream, real whip cream, roasted hazelnuts, in house made caramel sauce.

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