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    Loard's Ice Cream

    4.2 (170 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Ice cream sundae with a cherry on top :)
    Nora M.

    Where do I even begin? Loard's is an institution. It's been the ice cream of my childhood, and even now, it still makes me so happy. There's something whimsical and nostalgic about this place that makes it feel special every time I walk in. The interior is adorable--pink and white bench seating, a huge assortment of ice cream flavors, and all kinds of sweet treats lining the shelves. It feels like a throwback to what ice cream parlors might've been like in the '50s, and it's just a genuinely cheerful space to be in. The staff is always friendly, and even though ownership has changed over the years, the quality and charm of the shop have stayed consistent. I've been to more modern ice cream spots with sleek interiors and creative flavors, but they don't have the same warmth or nostalgic feel that Loard's has. It's not trying to be trendy--it's just classic in the best way. I've loved their sundaes for as long as I can remember, and Loard's remains my favorite after all this time. I'm really grateful it's stuck around, and I hope it's still here for years to come. One day, I'd love to bring my future family here and keep the tradition going.

    Mint chocolate chip ice cream cake with custom decorations
    Julie V.

    The ice cream cakes are awesome! I've been to this Loard's many times for ice cream but someone recommended them for a birthday cake. My son wanted a Grinch themed cake for his birthday and boy did Tyler deliver! So impressed by his artistry. It was a huge hit with all our guests. Thank you Tyler and the Loard's team!

    Sundae
    Chris P.

    The service was excellent. The ice cream was amazing. We got the Cookie Monster sundae to share, thinking we wouldn't finish. It was gone so fast and was built with the perfect ratio of ingredients. My daughter loved their selection of dairy free ice cream flavors since they have more than most other places. The seating is cool and retro. We will be back next time we come through Orinda.

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    Joce J.

    What a ridiculously amazing tiny ice cream joint but very beautifully decorated! Kate and Grace were totally awesome ladies in aprons serving us with huge smiles. Grace whipped up our banana split and made us taste some crazy good ice cream flavors, including the Ube, which is basically the national treasure of my homeland, the Philippines. Plus, Grace suggested the flavor of the month, blueberry cheesecake, and we went bananas for it, literally ordering a banana split. We dug in so fast I had to challenge my partner to an eat-off to see who could finish their half first!

    Peppermint was amazing!
    Laura E.

    I've been to Loard's a few times in the 4 years I've lived in CCC and haven't been disappointed. I've had peppermint a few years ago and ube today. I could definitely taste the peppermint and the ube isn't overly sweet. In addition to ice cream, they have pints, ice cream cakes, and chocolates. Also noticed they have non-dairy flavors. Staff is friendly. Can't wait to try more flavors or maybe the Cookie Monster sundae!

    Double of Lemon Chiffon and Mocha Almond Fudge
    Kacy O.

    Our fav ice cream spot in Lamorinda. There is nowhere that's better than Loard's! Friendly service, comfortable family atmosphere and delicious ice cream! Don't miss out on a great experience. You will enjoy coming here just like we do.

    B'day girl enjoying her treat.
    Pat C.

    Retro set up in white and pink. It smells sooooo good in here and the staff are so lovely. The ice cream is high quality and the flavors never disappoint.

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    Melinda P.

    Great place for ice cream. Large selection of flaxors, including tropical options. Very affordable and generous servings compared to other places. Friendly and fast service! A neighborhood gem!

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    Ed U.

    Certainly in the Bay Area, there are plenty of high-end artisan ice cream purveyors with ingredients sourced and curated from remote areas of the world. But sometimes you want something more old-fashioned when it comes to something sweet, an ice cream that gets scooped up in a candy-striped parlor. Like where Wally took out Mary Ellen Rogers after the prom on "Leave It to Beaver". That's what Loard's is about. I've been to the one at South Shore in Alameda before (review: https://bit.ly/3DKkw1c) but never to this one in Orinda. Jamie W. and I came here after a hearty meal at the equally old-fashioned Casa Orinda (review: https://bit.ly/3Ht0VDW). Sure, we were stuffed, but that wouldn't have stopped Wally or the Beav. We both went for Single Scoops, $5 per cup. Nothing natively sourced or remotely exotic. Jamie went for Pecan Praline because he likes gooey swirls (photo: https://bit.ly/3Y7TKbg). I had Coffee because that's just me (photo: https://bit.ly/3HYx0oF). Creamy and enough room in the parlor to sit and recreate a post-prom date in the Eisenhower era. ICE CREAM - 4 stars...creamy like the good ole days AMBIANCE - 4 stars...mid-century parlor SERVICE - 4 stars...service with a smile TOTAL - 4 stars...oh Lord, it's Loard's RELATED - Exploring past the Caldecott Tunnel? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed:

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    I loved the pecan praline. The service was very nice, Cooper was polite and funny. There is a cool space to sit down, felt very cozy.

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    The flavors, the taste, the knowledge of the staff. The wonderful aroma in the darling shop.

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    Really great high quality ice cream with delicious flavors. Huge fan of the Matcha and Almond flavors!

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    Good service and really great tasting ice cream. Love the look and feel of the place .

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    Cute place. friendly staff. Good ice cream! will definitely go back soon. Easy parking in front

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    4.7(82 reviews)
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    Just moved to Orinda and stumbled on a total hidden gem!…read more It's not your typical café, but that's what makes it great. They've got a really solid lineup of grab-and-go meals, drinks, and snacks that actually taste fresh. Everything I've tried so far has been super flavorful and clearly made with quality ingredients. What really sets them apart though are the take-and-bake meals. You can order ahead, bring it home, and have a legit, home-cooked-style dinner without the hassle. Perfect for busy weekdays! The owners are incredibly friendly and you can tell they genuinely care about what they're putting out. They also run a catering business, which makes total sense once you try the food. If you're local and haven't checked it out yet, you're missing out.

    I really like the TABS, the cookies and the granola. Very fresh and made with healthy ingredients…read more Unfortunately, I had a less than pleasant experience and won't be ordering from Genuine Goodness anymore. Last month I placed a large cookie order , which was expensive. I called the night before pick up and left a message to let them know I would not be able to pick it up because I had cellulitis in my eyelids, causing blurry vision. I also sent 2 emails. CRICKETS...I never received a response from anyone from Genuine Goodness. Today I sent another message to the phone number listed. Finally...4 weeks later, received a response from someone saying that they threw away my cookies because I never showed up. I am/was a repeat customer. I guess they don't need the business ‍I wish they would've taken the time to call, it would've solved the problem. The person who responded, said, "Sorry for the lack of response-I did get your emails. You also ordered Granola, that we can provide for you." My response, Don't worry about the granola, thanks.

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    Cozy place to hang out. They have regular tables too. The place feels very clean.

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    I was just treated horribly at this restaurant this morning. I had a dermatology appointment nearby…read moreso I stopped here for some breakfast. The older Asian woman with the puffy surgery face took my order. Every time I ordered something that cost extra she said "thats's extra" after the third time she said "that's extra" I politely stopped her and smiled and I said "I know. You don't have to keep saying that." She paused and didn't say it again. She took my order. I asked for green tea. Then i realized I wanted it to go instead so I asked for a Styrofoam to go cup. The older woman with the dirty apron who cleans tables said okay. As she brought me the cup she dropped the lid on the floor in front of me. Picked it up and handed to me with a smile on her face. I know, I should of left but..... I ordered a breakfast scramble with breakfast sausage, 1 egg and 2 egg whites with avocado and a side of sour cream. I also ordered fresh squeezed orange juice and a side of fruit. And 1/2 Belgian waffle. What I received instead of a breakfast was horribly scrambled eggs with unmelted cheese old avocado and no breakfast sausage. When I told Ms. puff about the mistake she realized she made the mistake when taking my order. The hash browns looked good so I opted for a side of breakfast sausage instead. I tried to eat the food I order, but there was absolutely no flavor. None. I don't even use pepper. I tried it today tho lol. Nothing helped them eggs. And to make matters worse the breakfast sausage that was brought to me was dangerously undercooked. I was so mad I was seething with anger. Only thing removed from the bill was the breakfast sausage even though I spilled my orange juice by accident.

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    Solid food, friendly service, and a fun space. Worth a return trip on a busier night to catch the…read morelive music. Good neighborhood spot, would go back. Hit it on a Sunday late afternoon, which turned out to be the move if you want a quiet early dinner. We ordered the grilled fish tacos, the beet salad, and the mushroom pizza, and everything was tasty. The fish was cooked right on, flaky and clean, with fresh pico on top. Plenty of food for the three dishes between us. Service was good and the staff was friendly without hovering. The space has a cool wood and corrugated metal look, with sports gear and brewery signs on the walls. There's a full bar with a solid beer list, a decent wine selection, and indoor or patio seating depending on your mood. Valet parking out front is a nice touch. Our server said Friday and Saturday nights get packed, with live music and good people watching, so the vibe shifts depending on when you go. Sunday afternoon was mellow and easy. If you want the energy, hit it on a weekend. If you want to actually hear the person across from you, go when we did. Going back to check out the live music for myself.

    There were nine of us 3/27. Although the food was good and…read moreserved really fast, yhe service was perfunctory. Our server had so many tables he was almost running to service them all. We asked for sugar and condiments finally had to leave the table and go to a work station to obtain the items. Our food server dripped attitude probably because he was so busy, and it was evident given his shorts and footwear enabled him to run from table to table. The food runners and bussers were difficult to understand. The 4th Bore is there primarily for the local Orinda people who are fawned over. If you're not a local don't waste your time. I'm sure the evening service is better but our lunch wasn't very enjoyable.

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    Dining room: Wood ceiling, string lights, sports memorabilia

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    We absolutely loved our dinner at Saffron this evening. We were a party of 9 and forgot to make a…read morereservation. They were so polite and accommodating. And we had an elderly family member in our party who is short on temper and sometimes behaves poorly but they were really sweet with her too. We had the chicken tikka masala, butter chicken, lamb curry, and a paneer dish and everything was perfect. The samosas were excellent too. If you're in Orinda this is the place for dinner and we noticed they do a lot of takeout. Thank you everyone at Saffron! You made my godson's birthday wonderful.

    Five Indians went to an Indian restaurant for Indian food. Sounds like the start of a joke!…read more Seriously, I have lived one exit way for seven years and this was my first visit. Delicious food! However, service and attitude nearly cost them a star. Inside look a little depressing, so we sat outside. We were the only customers in the restaurant. We arrived at 1:00pm and were told multiple times that they close at 2:00 pm so hurry up and order. Not what retirees want to hear! We ordered beers and: Veg mix platter for appetizer + complimentary papad Sheekh kabob lamb Paneer Tikka Lamb Saag Dal Makhani Naans & rice. Everything was freshly cooked and tasty. My complaints are that Saag ($19.95) and Dal Makhani ($14.95) portions were too small for the price. Recommended.

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    I actually came here on Sunday, when it was closed. I came back on Monday to check the restaurant…read moreout! Siam Orchid is a quiet, nicely decorated restaurant with a nice and friendly wait staff, its located directly across from the Orinda Library. I asked for a partial order of egg rolls while waiting for my lunch special, which I ordered with a Thai iced coffee. The egg rolls were delivered very quickly with the iced coffee. The main dish came out after a few minutes of waiting. It's a nice place to meet up with your friends for lunch or dinner. I do recommend that you try this restaurant out, if you're around Orinda!

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