I always enjoy a scoop of Snoqualmie Ice Cream, so was happy to see that Snoqualmie Ice Cream has…read moremade a home in downtown Kirkland, centrally located and accessible. If you have a sweet tooth and are in Kirkland, Snoqualmie Ice Cream has you covered. I visited on a Monday evening and the place wasn't too busy, but was steady with patrons dining inside and getting takeout. The staff could not have been sweeter, offering samples of whatever flavors I wanted to try and going over menu items. I ended up getting a half scoop of cookie monster and s'mores with their house-made hot fudge, which was solid. Snoqualmie Ice Cream has several different flavors and toppings, in addition to savory items, such as sandwiches and different drinks, like Vietnamese coffee and boba teas. There's a good amount of seating inside, and it is walking distance to all the businesses in downtown Kirkland and the transit center. I dig it.

Love their strawberry ice cream. The ube ice cream is just ok, because it's lacking the ube flavor…read moreat least for my taste. The place is super clean and love the decor. The location is okay but definitely not the best in regards to parking. The service is awesome and knowledgeable about their desserts. Will definitely come back

First time here and for sure will be back. So many interesting flavors it was hard to choose. The…read morescoopers were friendly and didn't bat an eye at a little indecision in choosing our flavors. I went with the black sesame, a favorite of mine that I can't find at a lot of places. It was very good. I also really liked their take on matcha with a ribbon of strawberry jam. My wife got the raspberry sorbet and chocolate sorbet. The raspberry was one of the best I've tasted in a long time. With so many interesting flavors we will be back for sure. I have to also mention what a fun shop it is with its bright colorful tiles and bright yellow ice cream scoop display hanging from the ceiling.

The Town Center shopping area has the expected anchor tenants, and finishing touches that make it…read morecomplete - a chocolate shop, bakery, bookstore, public library, and Always Summer contribute to make this a destination. Ice cream flavors are a mixture of classics, and things like cardamom and matcha, providing interest and not just oddball spices for the sake of quirkiness. As far as I can tell, Always Summer isn't part of a chain, but the look and feel of the space is very polished and coordinated. Between their merch display, and the forest of ice cream scoops hanging from the ceiling, the design aesthetic stands out. The people behind the counter were friendly and efficient, just what you would hope for in this type of establishment.

A very unique idea and presentation... but the most important part, the taste, needs improvement…read more I do not know exactly what is put in the bullet blender and puréed -maybe some sugary syrups and frozen pieces of fruit- but the result is way too sweet. I don't think any milk or cream is used so it should not be called ice cream. This idea has the potential to be very tasty but right now it is just an Extremely!overpriced bowl of frozen syrup rolls.

This place is very unique. In a good way of course. Imagine thinking of a your favorite flavors…read moreand telling someone and having them make it right on the spot. I have tried everything like fresh Mango, fresh pineapple, fresh banana and throw in some macadamia nuts and having those mixed into the mixture that gets poured onto a frozen plate that gets mixed and flattened and mixed and flattened. When the mixture gets to right consistenancy it gets spread and made into a thin ice cream crepe. Then choosing a syrup to be put into the crepe. Then made into individual rolls and placed into a bowl and then topped with your choice of fresh fruits and/or whipped cream, chocolate and caramel. All made with organic coconut milk. The price is definitely great for the time and effort that is shown at producing a great dessert. You will have to wait for each made to order dessert but it is worth the wait.

Every time I'm on the West Coast, I have to stop by Salt & Straw at least once for ice cream. The…read morestaff at this location was fantastic and happily let us sample all five of the current monthly flavors before we decided. The seasonal lineup included: * Wild-Foraged Berry Slab Pie * Wildflower Honey and Lemon Chess Pie * Peaches and Cream Galette * Gruyère and Tomato Custard Tart * Coconut Cherry Pie and Almond Crust (v) SINGLE SCOOP I ended up choosing the Wild-Foraged Berry Slab Pie. I couldn't pass up the sweet, refreshing berries with chunks of of pie crust folded into salted vanilla ice cream. It was bright, fruity, and not too sweet. A couple people in our group preferred the Peaches and Cream Galette, which was sweet, juicy, and tasted like a fresh summer flavor. I also expected the Gruyère and Tomato Custard Tart to be much funkier and savory, but it was surprisingly subtle. It ended up being one of the more interesting flavors I sampled. Salt & Straw continues to be one of my favorite ice cream chains. I love how creative they are with their flavors. Too bad they're only on the West Coast!

SALT & STRAW @ KIRKLAND TOTEM LAKE…read more Parking is available in their parking lot, but it can get pretty crowded. There is also street parking available, but since this Salt & Straw is located in a smaller plaza in Totem Lake, finding a spot can sometimes be a little difficult. I would honestly recommend parking near Trader Joe's or Ross. It may be a bit of a walk, but you'll have a much easier time finding parking. I was really excited to try the Salt & Straw in Kirkland since the locations I was familiar with were in Bellevue and Redmond. I'm super happy that Salt & Straw is expanding because this location is great. The space is much bigger, and I really like how easy the flow is when ordering. The staff were super friendly and quick, and I also love that they have outdoor seating with heaters. Trust me, a lot of people still come here even when it's cold outside, so I really appreciate that they have heaters available. The area itself is perfect for grabbing ice cream on a warm day. There's a kids' play area, lots of stores, a movie theater, and plenty of things to do around the plaza, making it a great place to spend time before or after getting dessert. Salt & Straw is always one of my favorites. My go-to flavor is the Strawberry Coconut Sherbet because it's light, refreshing, and has the perfect flavor. They also have so many unique flavors, including rotating seasonal options, so there's always something new to try. Overall, this is definitely one of my favorite locations, and I absolutely love it.

During our trip to Seattle, we stopped in this locally owned frozen yogurt shop. Perfect after a…read moreday at Lake Washington. We picked up my friend's granddaughters and they unanimously voted to go to Swirl after dinner The decor is beautiful. It's a big open space that's inviting with cozy couches, small tables, dandelion chandeliers and colorful walls. As soon as I walked in, I was like, wow! It's a great place to enjoy your treat. Many flavors and toppings to choose from. They do change their flavors on their menu. My favorite was the Irish Mint! The girls tried many of the toppings. I chose the mini mochi balls, shredded coconut and peanuts, which went really well with Irish Mint and Chocolate Classic. Outdoor seating as well. Friendly customer service.

Family gathering clean fun place. A pillar location for our community. Great froyo and wonderful…read morecustomer service.

One of my favorite finds for gelato. Such decadent and strong flavors here. The workers are kind…read moreand helpful. The place is intimate and small but it tends to get busy closer to the weekend. Love love loveeee their gelato. Rotation of flavors. Favorites: ube, dark chocolate

A lot of competition has popped up, but this is still by far the best option for a frozen treat on…read morethe Kirkland waterfront. I'm lactose intolerant so tend to steer towards the sorbets, but when I've had the proper gelatos they've been sublime! despite their being free of dairy or fat, they somehow manage to make the sorbets taste genuinely creamy! more than one friend I've brought here has said this spot is the equal of any gelato they had in Italy proper! Yes I've heard this more than once. The staff have always been pleasant and your kids will appreciate how generous they are with samples!

Amazing ice cream and sweet service with a smile! Two of us…read morehad the Jamoca almond fudge, one had reeces and cookies and cream, and one had pina colada (and tasted the tiger caramel). 4 happy faces!

Spinnaker chocolate is hands-down my favorite. Tried the pina colada for my experimental second…read morescoop. Nice flavor blend and not overall strong/a bit muted; creamy smooth (no coconut or pineapple bits). Friendly greeting and service. Crayon packs and connect-four sets available make this place a great social spot. See previous review for general store/logistic; no changes there.

We use Chillz every year and they are always a hit for our neighborhood party. They are on time,…read morehappy, and have lots of options! Highly recommend!

Booked Chillz Ice Cream for my son's school birthday in Bellevue. Mark was very easy to work with,…read morepunctual and a HUGE hit with the kiddos. He even reminded me of the school's nut allergy when I forgot! Definitely recommend Chillz and will be a repeat customer in the future!

This Ben and Jerry's is super close to the water, and you can eat your ice cream along the pier…read more They have all the flavors you've ever wanted to try at the ice cream shop! Instagram - Madeline's_Dines

One of the few store fronts for Ben & Jerry's in the area…read more The big downside is location. Its near the waterfront and there is very little/no parking. If you come for just this be prepared to hunt for parking and deal with some crazy traffic on the weekends. Store itself was clean and smelled amazing. I love that they have flavors you can not find in the store so you can discover something new. Staff was friendly. Even though there was an event at the park near and they where clearly busy the staff was friendly and happy to let us try samples.

Tucked away in a little corner is this gem of a shop. I came…read morethis way because I wanted a quick coffee and most of the other shops on the main street had long lines. I only got their drip but can't complain about any of that. I thought it was a great cup of coffee and I didn't have to wait for it. Would definitely come back. It's also one of the closest locations to the water.

A great ice cream shop to try on a sunny day by the waterfront! I had their cookies and cream ice…read morecream and I enjoyed it! It was sweet and refreshing on a warm day! I had it with their sugar cone which was a nice touch with it. The service was pretty good! Server was very nice and attentive, and was extremely helpful to us. The price options are fair! There's also milkshakes that you can order! I liked the ambiance of the shop. A cute small ice cream place but with limited seating.