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You really can't go wrong with any of the flavors, but my favorites were the Ube and Rose Almond Cardamon. They were so authentic and so freaking good. The coconut base is just chefs kiss. You can also try samples of all the flavors. Their prices were reasonable and I love that you can get a split scoop for the same price The kid that served us today was so kind and helpful, definitely made it fun for us to be there. Will be back to grab some pints for sure! read more

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Stopped by Kate's Ice Cream in Portland and it's a great little dessert stop. The ice cream is super creamy with really clean flavors--nothing overly sweet or artificial tasting. You can tell they put effort into keeping things simple but high quality. Good variety of flavors too, so there's something for whatever mood you're in. Service was friendly and the shop has a relaxed, local feel. Perfect spot for a quick treat if you're walking around and want something cold and satisfying without it feeling heavy or overdone. read more

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Ashli Q.

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I love everything about coming to this place. The ice cream is always so delicious and the sampling new flavors is so fun. The space is very cute as well lit, without the overwhelming lighting. Everything is gluten free and vegan!!! It's such a safe space for folks with a gluten allergy and makes me so happy because their cones are delicious. I make it a point to grab my ice cream on a regular. read more

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Dairy free ice cream? Yes please! My lactose intolerance thanks you Kate. I visited in the summer and got to try the range of seasonal flavors before opting with to go with the peach crisp which I highly recommend! Light and fruity with a nice mix of oat crumble. And of course I couldn't say no to a fresh waffle cone! read more

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Edward G.

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Coming from Austin and not being vegan, I wasn't familiar with Kate's, but the ice cream here is genuinely great. I tried a seasonal sweet potato pie flavor and an ube flavor. Both were delicious and had clean, sweet flavors without any strong aftertaste, which can happen sometimes with vegan ice creams. The waffle cone is vegan too, and while bottom tip of the cone became more hard than crispy, I would still get the waffle cone again. They give free samples, and I love the double-sided sample spoons because it makes you feel less guilty about trying two flavors at once. The person who helped me was incredibly friendly and walked me through each flavor while I sampled. He explained the ingredients, what made each one unique, and which ones were seasonal. I ordered a split scoop in a waffle cone, and the portion felt close to a double scoop. Your mileage may vary, but if you're stuck between one scoop or two, consider the split scoop. A couple small tables inside and free self-serve water, although when I was there, most customers were taking their ice cream to walk with. Fantastic service, great flavors, and a fully vegan menu that even non-vegans will love. read more

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Vince P.

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Kate's Ice Cream is a plant-based and fully vegan Portland-based ice cream chain that was once voted the best vegan ice cream in the entire nation! This location is in Northwest Portland where there is street parking all around the area. Inside, they have a nice and cozy setup with a couple tables for seating. For their menu, they have a unique selection of different ice cream flavors to choose from. Wifey ended up getting the Marionberry Cobbler and I got the Orange Creamsicle. All of the staff very friendly and accommodating here. This is definitely one of the best ice cream shops in PDX! read more

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Tiara O.

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Visited here and had what must have been the best non-dairy ice cream I have ever tasted. The cashier was super friendly and even offered ideas to make my visit to Portland even more fantastic. All the ice creams have a coconut base. I bought the mint and chip in a cup and loved every spoonful. read more

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This was my first time trying this ice cream shop, and it was great! The staff was friendly and offered me and my friends plenty of samples to try. Also inside is very cute with not a lot of seatings. I've heard Kate ice cream is known for their plant based ice cream flavors, and I was really impressed. They also use a lot of local ingredients, which is a great touch. Everything I tried was delicious, and I ended up going with the sweet corn and blueberry jam flavor. It was great although I did find it a bit too sweet after a while. Still, I'll definitely stop by again if I'm ever in the area! read more

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It's vegan. Make sure you read that before going in (I know I did). I tried the ube and it was good but I landed on just what I wanted...the vanilla. You could kinda taste the difference but it was still pretty solid overall. The service was pretty quick. The kicker...they have flights!!! read more

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Tram D.

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Cute ice cream shop on 23rd. For vegan ice cream, it was really smooth and creamy. The cookie monster flavor has a light coconut flavor to it as does the ube! The coconut flavor pairs really well with the ube. While good, I do think it's a little expensive. I got the mini scoop and it was $5.25. My friends got the split scoop for $6 something which was a better deal as the scoops were a lot bigger and fairer. read more

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Thank you for coming and try and Kate! Hope to have you in again soon.

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Amazing vegan ice cream! They use coconut milk based for their ice cream. The texture is incredible and if I were blindfolded I wouldn't be able to tell it's vegan ice cream! The Cookie Monster flavor is great, but the Ube is by far my favorite. It's super rich and has a strong flavor. To get your money's worth, I recommend the split scoop for $6.25 which was basically two whole scoops. The mini scoop is very very small compared to the single scoop size. read more

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Who knew plant-based and gluten free ice cream can be so good? The family stopped by after dinner for some ice cream. The staff were friendly and encouraged is to try different flavors. My kids opted for a scoop each of the triple chocolate brownie and cookie monster. My weakness is a good floral flavor ice cream and the rose water cardamom hit the spot. You can order your scoops by the flight, mini scoop, single scoop, solid scoop, double scoop, or triple scoop. You could also grab a point if your favorite flavor here too to bring home. read more

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Sophia W.

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Kate's Ice Cream is ranked the best ice cream in Portland for a reason! Walking in the store I was nervous since I had high hopes and medium expectations. I went with a friend who knew more about the establishment and assured me the ice cream was just as good as everyone says. After looking at the options for a bit, the worker, who was genuinely so kind and helpful gave me some samples and aided me in selecting the perfect flavor for that moment. I took my first few bites of ice cream and I was sold. What a delicious and exciting scoop of ice cream that was. In addition to the delicious flavors in my mouth the space was cute, welcoming and appropriate for the amount and kinds of clientele who visited the store during my visit. Although it was such good ice cream I do try and limit myself to just a few visits per month since it feels more like a special experience than a casual spot. Thank you Kate! read more

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During my Portland foodie tour, I stopped by Kate's Ice Cream and it was everything a dairy-free dessert lover could want! This airy, modern spot serves up plant-based & gluten-free ice cream that doesn't compromise on flavor or texture. As an ice cream lover, I was delightfully surprised! I went for a small scoop of the Strawberry--a classic done right, made with coconut cream and swirled with housemade Oregon strawberry jam. The flavor was perfectly balanced--creamy, slightly tangy, and naturally sweet, with real fruit shining through. The shop itself was bright, welcoming, and perfect for a casual treat. Whether you're dairy-free, gluten-free, or just looking for amazing ice cream to try, Kate's is a must-visit in PDX! read more

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Such an adorable 100 plant based ice cream shop, the ambiance entering it makes you instantly smile. The ascetics of the shop are inviting, the colors of the shop are warm and welcoming. The staff is very friendly. I ordered pistachio and it was delicious and the pistachio kick after is really nice. CC accepted. read more

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Hamza M.

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i'm your biggest fan, i'll always stop by when i'm in the neighborhood, somehow my stomach always makes space, (even when i'm stuffed) plant-based, gluten-free, it's always a treat, you're bound to love, always so friendly and welcoming, (even when i'm absolutely nonplussed as to the flavor i'm feeling) samoa, butterscotch toffee, santa's cookies, peach are just some of my seasonal faves, cozy indoor seating, water, pints to go, ice cream sandwiches, pick up a pin while you're at it, thank you, Kate's, c ya next time! read more

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Anna B.

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I think I'm not the target audience for vegan ice cream- I find that it's very hard to achieve the right textural consistency with them and they often end up all being too sweet for me, but the creative flavors at Kate's were worth a shot, and the staff are very friendly! The sweet corn and blueberry was nice for the summer, and marionberry is always lovely as a flavor of anything. It's definitely very expensive ice cream and you get tiny little scoops. I'd recommend it to my friends who have dietary restrictions but not necessarily those to have access to dairy based desserts. read more

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Eric L.

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Wonderful place with some of the best plant based ice cream I've had! Servers are pleasant and welcoming. They let you take your time tasting the flavors. The seasonal flavors are creative and reflect what's fresh. They had a peach crumble, key lime pie and sweet corn with blueberry jam when we went in July. It's a clean space with a few seats indoors and lots of people enjoying their treats outside as well. Even if you don't have to have plant based, you should try it. May change your mind about how good it can be! read more

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Sabrina A.

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So yummy and service was friendly! So many great flavors to try and I love that you can split a one scoop. Inside was small but roomy, there was a lot of seating for how small the space is- there is also more seating outside. read more

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Jose A.

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So glad to stumble upon Kate's Ice Cream, all plant based ice cream. The creamiest coconut based ice cream, you wouldn't know it was vegan! The service was great, the two you ladies that attended me were great, helpful and prepared a scrumptious vegan brownie ice cream sundae for me. Highly recommend. read more

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Claudia H.

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Amazing ice cream!!! Loved the service and they were very friendly and helpful. Ambiance was nice to sit and enjoy a nice scoop of ice cream with my family. Will be coming back to try the other flavors read more

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Elizabeth Q.

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Craving some yummy dairy-free ice cream that still tastes like real ice cream? You've found the right place! Food: I was drawn in by the seasonal Van Gogh flavor with "golden honeecomb stars" and ended up landing on the pistachio. I really appreciated the texture and consistency of the ice cream - it had the density of a typical ice cream but without the stereotypical vegan coconut milk flavor. I'd come back for this! Service: generous samples and super kind staff! Great experience. Ambiance: limited bench seating with 2 tables and 2 chairs. Nice to sit on the bench for a bit! Really simple cute vibe here. There's also a water jug and a bathroom! read more

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Jasmine F.

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Great unique flavors of ice cream. We got the orange Creamsicle. It definitely taste like orange Creamsicle probably my favorite. reasonable prices. Service was amazing very friendly staff they let us try as many simple as we wanted. Ambience was very cool. spacious seating area. on a very cool street lots of places to look around and walk. read more

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Mia H.

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Kate's Ice Cream has two locations, and this is their location on 23rd. Walking into it, it's a very bright and cute ice cream shop. The staff working there when I came was extremely friendly, good at conversation, and super helpful. He explained many of the different ice cream flavors and the ice cream making process, which was really interesting as all of the ice creams were vegan! We ultimately got the cookie monster flavor, but everything that we tried was delicious. Super delicious, friendly workers, and lots of fun flavors. Support this local business! read more

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Kendall K.

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Terrific, esp love the option of the small scoop. Proud to say I've been to all three locations. Great atmosphere and good for the planet. read more

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Brenda T.

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Yummy and always a treat. It's fanciful and fun - a special place especially if you've known Kate's since it was a cart and pop up.

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has fun flavors that i enjoy every time. and not only is it accessible to nearly everyone being dairy- and gluten-free, but they also mark other ingredients that people could be sensitive to, especially important when people with one sensitivity often have others workers are always super friendly too read more

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Paul M.

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If you gave Kate's ice cream to someone and didn't tell them it was vegan...they'd never know. Not only is it vegan, but it's also some of the best ice cream I've ever had. I've had a bunch of different flavors including chocolate brownie, orange creamsicle, strawberry, mint chip, and lemon blueberry....ALL 100% PURE SLAPPERS. read more

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Scott K.

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Perhaps the best vegan ice cream I've had. They do multiple split scoops, and the service is great! read more

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Claire S.

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So good! Tastes just like regular ice cream, if not better! The servers are all super sweet and patient and the ambiance is so cute and bright! read more

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Wow. I have not stopped raving about this ice cream since I ate at Kate's last week. Every flavor I tried was delicious! So creamy and flavorful. I just wish there was one in San Diego! read more

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Dee G.

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It's non-dairy ice cream that actually taste good! Cute shop, nice staff, free samples and great flavor options. Decor is fun & trendy. read more

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Suzanne G.

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Vegan and delicious. My non vegan family members are always happy to try Kate's favors. I keep missing the taco days!!!!

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Loved it, I will come again, I got Marionberry Cobbler and Strawberry at the bottom in a waffle cone, just delicious! read more

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Jason F.

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Well, Google maps brought us to you, we happened to stumble on this unique ice cream shop when we were drive back to Washington from Hillsboro, taking the back way. Staff were very friendly, the place was clean and the ice cream was on point. Had no idea it was plant based until we walked in, totally love the flavors offered and enjoyed every bite as we sampled many of the offerings! We are totally stoked we stumbled on your place! Look forward to a return visit the next time through. read more

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Dookie G.

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It's so good I had to write another review! Kates ice cream is right down the street from I work. I have began taking all my clients there during work breaks. The look on there faces after trying samples is amazing! Keep it coming Kate! read more

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Extremely friendly service, inventive delicious flavors... what more could you ask for?! You will not miss the dairy!!

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Fannie H.

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A Vegan Ice Cream shop, yes please! This place is so pretty and bright and filled with options that can make anyone's day. I chose the Mint Chocolate Chip and it was so good! The Cookie Monster was also a nice follow up! Look forward to going back for more choices! read more

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Best ice cream in town! And I'm not a vegan Servers are always friendly and will always pass out a taste to be sure you get what you want. I like the "split" single cup if you can't make up your mind! Not a lot of seating but easy to stroll with a cup or a cone. read more

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For me it's not as good as everyone says. I honestly don't understand the hype and am not sure what I'm missing. I WANT to like this place more -- I absolutely love that it is a 100% vegan ice cream shop -- but I always walk out disappointed. I keep trying and hoping for it to be better because as I said, I want to like this place so much. The flavors aren't that exciting or strong/flavorful, and the ice cream is a tad sugary for me. The texture is decent. Fifty Licks' vegan ice cream is MUCH better, though unfortunately they are not an all vegan shop. read more

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1430 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97210
Northwest, Alphabet District
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(971) 339-2138
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https://www.katesicecream.com

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Hours

What time does Kate's Ice Cream open?

Kate's Ice Cream opens at 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Kate's Ice Cream close?

Kate's Ice Cream closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Does Kate's Ice Cream take credit cards?

Yes, Kate's Ice Cream takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Kate's Ice Cream have catering options?

Yes, Kate's Ice Cream does have catering options.

Does Kate's Ice Cream serve alcohol?

Yes, Kate's Ice Cream serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Kate's Ice Cream allow dogs?

Yes, Kate's Ice Cream allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Kate's Ice Cream have parking?

Yes, Kate's Ice Cream has parking options.

Other Amenities

Does Kate's Ice Cream have free WiFi?

Yes, Kate's Ice Cream has free WiFi.

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Kate's Ice Cream is a plant-based and gluten-free ice cream company in Portland, OR. Visit our ice cream shop for ice cream, housemade gluten-free waffle cones, desserts, and pints. Everything we do is 100% plant-based and gluten-free. This location is at 1430 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210.

History

Established in 2019.

Vegan Ice Cream Shop in Portland, OR

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1.0 mi•Pearl District

Giving Cosmic Bliss 3.5 stares…read more Stopped in here for a sweet treat on a chilly, sunny Sunday. Nice big space with ample seating and games to play. Two restrooms for customers. Employees were helpful, not necessarily friendly. You e got a good array of vegan options. I believe all Made with coconut milk, so if you're not a fan of coconut, this might not be your vegan ice cream spot. I tried the sea salt caramel with chocolate chips, which was vegan. It was good, but the coconut stood out quite a bit (I do like coconut). I ended up with one of the 4 grass-fed dairy options, all the good things, which had caramel ice cream, chocolate swirl and fudge and peanut butter chips. It was good. I had it in a waffle cone for $2 more, bringing my half scoop and cone to $5, I believe. The waffle cone was yummy. I wouldn't say the ice cream was anything more special than you can get in your freezer, but nice to have an option out if you're plant-based. Sorry I forgot to take a photo of the ice cream.

It's very cold right now at 40 degrees. We are walking around the Pearl District and stumbled upon…read moreCosmic Bliss. Mind you, this is an ice cream shop! I couldn't resist venturing inside. We ended up talking to a very nice and informative employee, who informed me of the different kinds of ice cream (plant base or grass fed dairy). I selected with the employee's suggestion, All the Good Things and Twisted Cookie Dough. All the Good Things was the special of the week. We paid $5.75 for two big scoops! What a deal. The ice cream was flavorful, creamy and not too sweet. Would I recommend coming by here? Absolutely YELP Yes! Great service here 5/5 stars Food: Premium Ice cream 5/5 stars Value: awesomeness Ambiance: a little noisy due to the little kiddos playing. 3.5/5 stars

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Inside; ready packed; and other desserts.

The Cookie Dough Cafe

3.9(357 reviews)

0.9 mi•Pearl District

Service: 7/10 very kind! I had a lot of samples and they were very generous…read moreAmbiance: 6/10 cute and quaint Food: 5/10 it was very yummy the first couple bites but it's super rich. I'd prefer ice cream. One small scoop was too rich to finish. The flavors were good but it just gets old after a few bites

love love love this place! I went a few years ago for the first time on a trip to portland, but had…read moreto come back a second time this year. The chocolate chip cookie dough was my favorite - both basic and delicious. The only question I had was if the recipe or formula for the oatmeal cookie dough changed? It seemed different from what I remember. But that could just be a 'me' thing!

0.3 mi•Alphabet District, Northwest

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Salt & Straw

4.5(4.3k reviews)

It's upscale ice cream... are you expecting to be disappointed?…read more I'm sure you at least know Salt & Straw by reputation... it's the preeminent ice cream chain in Portland. And for good reasons! The flavors, taste and experience are truly phenomenal. I typically try to visit during the day so that there isn't a long line. If you come anytime after 6 PM, expect to wait a while. It's just that good! The staff is always incredibly friendly and they will let you sample as many flavors as you like before you decide. They have standard staples for flavors and then seasonal ones that rotate every few months. This particular location has very little seating so you should plan to take yours to go. I recommend enjoying it while you stroll on NW 23rd. Otherwise, the staff will be happy to pack up a scoop for you and/or you can take a pint to go! Parking is a typical challenge for this area, but prices are reasonable and you can't beat the service. My favorite part of the experience is that first step into the front door when I smell the fresh waffle cones being made. From beginning to end, it's a scrumptious culinary experience that can't be missed.

We have tried Salt&Straw at various locations and states. Very consistent across it all…read more Open concept design. Benches against giant windows to feel the breeze (it was a hot day). I'm sure wintertime they shut it tight. Bathroom inside (need a code). The staff were very patient and friendly. You can ask as many samples as you want. Even if there's a line, it usually move fast. Creamy, strong flavor, good quality ice cream. The menu has interesting options. Even though we have been to many locations, we still haven't tried them all. There are tubs and merchandises on display if you like a souvenir.

3.3 mi•Hosford-Abernethy, Clinton, Southeast Portland

Left Double scoop: hazelnut cookies & cream and coffee & love nuts Right Double scoop: Honey lavender and Double Fold Vanilla

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Fifty Licks

4.3(651 reviews)

The best ice cream local chain in Portland!…read more I've tried both the matcha mochi and French Toast, French Toast has to be my favorite, really great rich tasting flavors. Staff was super kind and lets us samples multiple flavors. Super cute space.

The flavors are unique so they're fun to try - this was our third visit here but we were very…read moredisappointed by what we were served this time around, so it will likely be our last. As someone who used to work in an ice cream shop, I have very high standards for what is served to the customer - the scoop sizes we received were noticeably inconsistent when compared to past visits & in my opinion, if a scoop doesn't at least appear to fill the cup, either smaller cups are needed or scoopers should be trained to not have their scoops be so compact. One of the scoops in the double mini we ordered was literally 1/3 the size of the other, cost more than the regular scoop but had less ice cream. The regular scoop was compressed into such a tight, dense ball, it was rolling around my cup like a marble on the drive home. We couldn't help but laugh when we looked in our cups because the portions we had just paid for were comical. For prices that are set at a premium, I want to feel like I'm getting my money's worth and don't like walking out of an establishment feeling ripped off.

1.3 mi•Downtown, Southwest Portland

Double mini of mango sticky rice and cornbread honey butter

Mango Sticky Rice (vegan)

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2 mini scoops!

TartBerry

4.2(307 reviews)

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A cute little froyo joint that has a lot of charm! Tons of flavors and toppings to choose from. We…read morelove coming here!

This is an old favorite of ours from living in Portland many years ago, so I have a nostalgia for…read morethis froyo shop. When we stopped in, several flavors weren't available and those that were, were hit or miss on texture with some being almost inedibly runny. The frozen flavors were delicious, albeit being limited, and they had a reasonable selection of toppings. The shop was middle of the road on cleanliness and they no longer offer samples, which was disappointing, but the staff were friendly and attentive which was positive. I'd prob lean 3.5 stars. I admittedly miss the old tartberry but am glad they're still around for those nostalgic froyo outings.

1.4 mi•Old Town - Chinatown, Southwest Portland

2/3/2025 - They have a no sample policy

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Voodoo Doughnut

3.6(10.2k reviews)

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Ooooo security at the door! It must be good :) And is!…read more After waiting our turn to enter, we selected 3 unique doughnuts and left the 4th option up to chance by asking the employee to choose for us. The raspberry filled doughnut was superb according to my friend. I loved the maple bacon . These doughnuts will put a spell on you!

I had to make a stop at the famous donut shop in downtown Portland. What a fun place to visit but…read moreyou will have to be let in if you stop at 6a. Not sure if that's the practice all day long or just in the morning when only one clerk on duty. The homeless still wander the streets but I'm told it's much better. I know security is positioned at nearly every corner in downtown Portland. I felt perfectly safe not that all homeless are dangerous! The place is really cool on the inside with a sample of every donut on display. Yes in that one photo, they have a donut on the ceiling! Ordering was a snap but deciding was another story. Many looked good but I was on a mission. Maple bars and apple fritters. I have had some real good ones so those are my standard. But how could you pass by a donut called "dirty old bastard"? Well I will start with the bad. The apple fritters have plenty of flavor and size but lacked apple chunks of any quality. 3 at best! Maple bar with bacon. Nearly a 4 but the glazing was way too sweet for a maple bar. Bloedows in Winona,MN, you still are the best followed by Randy's in LA. However, that dirty bastard withe the mix of chocolate, peanut butter and Oreo cookies raised the bar. No pun intended. So why a 4. The place was fun, service great and the originality of the donuts raised the score. A must stop in Portland.

0.4 mi•Alphabet District, Northwest

Chuckles

Homer on top of Voodoo Doll

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Voodoo Donuts and Stumptown Coffee Roasters

Eb & Bean

4.4(106 reviews)

My favorite frozen yogurt shop! I love their variety of flavors and toppings with tons of vegan…read moreoptions. It's hard to find GF/Vegan options for fun ice cream flavors and toppings and Eb & Bean has plenty. The service is also always great and it's such a cute shop.

I love i can enjoy soft serve frozen yogurt here with unique flavors and toppings. I got the salty…read moredate tahini with pistachio magic shell. My boyfriend got the salted caramel with pistachio magic shell. Everything is labeled which was appreciated. I will be back as this is near my kava place

2.4 mi•Buckman, Central Eastside, Southeast Portland

Custom

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Rimsky-Korsakoffee House

3.8(621 reviews)

This was a highly recommended spot, we got there around 8:20PM ish on a Saturday night. I believe…read morethey don't have a parking lot but street parking was easy to find. The wait was expectedly long, a little over an hour. I loved the semi spooky vibes of the place. We got the affogato, black current tea, cobbler, and the ginger cake w/ warm caramel sauce. Everything was 10/10. We got a fun surprise at the end with the moving tables.

Such a hidden gem for dessert or cafe drinks with unique options for sweets!…read more We decided to come after dinner for our last night in Portland and ordered the ginger cake to share, since it seems they are quite popular for that. The ginger flavor is definitely there, but well balanced with the whipped cream it is served with. For a weeknight, I was surprised that there was a waitlist. There were about 3 parties ahead, but we got seated within 10 minutes of waiting. The inside is dark and uniquely decorated in a Halloween-esque fashion, but they still had their Christmas decor up in January. Street parking in the neighborhood was easy to find!

2.3 mi•Irvington, Northeast Portland

Seating area

Ginger Cake

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Things to see while going upstairs.

Eb & Bean

4.2(400 reviews)

Every time. So dang good. I like the rotations. Anything salty/sweet. Adding the praline peanuts is…read morewhere it's at! Arrive is always great. Polite. Ambiance is meh but who cares. I'm there for the treat! You can always browse the refrigerator for a pint to take home. They do have a rewards system and if you go consistently it is worth it. It's just by your phone number.

Was very excited to visit, and it's crazy that I'm leaving a bad review for ice cream... because…read morehow could ice cream be bad, right? The portions were very small, which is fine, but for the price I thought it was a little absurd. Somehow our two ice creams were $24, I think it was 1.25 per topping. I would have accepted the price if it was the best ice cream I've ever had but it wasn't even close. Flavors of ice cream were just meh. I guess if you're vegan this might be the move? But we aren't so it wasn't.