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    Milk Bar

    3.2 (398 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Cereal Milk Soft Serve Cup
    Ken B.

    Milk Bar offers a wide variety of creative sweet treats and has become an iconic dessert destination, thanks in part to celebrity chef Christina Tosi, its founder, and the shop's connection to Momofuku and David Chang. I've tried the corn cake, confetti cake, and cereal milk ice cream. The confetti cake was delicious, moist, nostalgic, and fun. The corn cake and cereal milk ice cream were good, but in my opinion, didn't quite live up to the hype. Milk Bar is definitely worth visiting at least once, especially if you're a fan of inventive desserts or culinary pop culture. That said, between the premium prices, long lines, and tough competition from other dessert spots, it likely won't become a regular stop for me.

    New Chocolate Cereal Milk
    Paul J.

    A visit to Milk Bar for dessert on a late Wednesday night, so glad to see they're still going strong. Of course we got my favorite - a cup of cereal milk with corn flake topping. And then the decision - do I go with my typical go-to birthday cake truffle, or today's seasonal cake, a raspberry cheesecake? I decided to go with the seasonal cake just because. Deee-licious as expected. Deep, rich velvety cake with a bright fruity note. It was gone in seconds! If you haven't been to Milk Bar DC yet, what are you waiting for? Stop in and give it a try- you won't be sorry!

    Carmel Caramel Apple Pie Soft Serve Cup
    J E.

    I've always wanted to try milk bar so I stopped in tonight. Everything just seemed dry and stale. The apple pie ice cream seemed off? It was a bizarre flavor. The "crust" was dry and stale and flavorless. Everything ice cream had a kind of metallic taste. Bummer. I wanted to like this place.

    Lemon Meringue Soft Serve Cup
    Iris P.

    soft serve is alright, a little salty. it's pricey but the portions are large -- but the service is really nice! you can get free samples

    Milk Bar Pie
    Ian N.

    Milk Bar Pie (5/5): Dense and sweet (but not too sweet) which is the perfect combo for me. The brown sugar flavor was so simple but delicious. Birthday Cake (3/5): Very classic birthday cake flavor. Too sweet for me (and I also just don't personally like most cakes that much). I did enjoy the crumbly bits inside though. RATING SYSTEM 5 - Great (Need to get this again) 4 - Good (Would get this again) 3 - Ok (Might give this another shot) 2 - Not Good (Won't get this again) 1 - Bad (Telling people to avoid this)

    Strawberry shortcake Cereal Milk Soft Serve Cup
    Lauren B.

    The presentation was 10/10 and staff were so friendly! The overall flavor was good, not great. I'd love to come back and try more from Milk bar!

    Cookies

    I love their strawberry short cakes. It's a seasonal option so only in the summer. I usually get myself one for my birthday. This location actually has parking. It looks blocked but it's not. They have a corn cookie that is surprisingly good. The ambiance was so cute a bubbly! Pink and lots of baking decor. Service - they were extremely helpful. I ordered a cake online and it wasn't delivered in time so they were able to get me the cake I needed. The birthday cake is pretty sweet. I've had the 6" and the 10" cakes. The 10" cake is pretty big. There are a few layers in the cakes as well. I usually get the 6" so that there isn't much left over. I can't be a big back and eat it alone lol.

    How SWEET are they?!??
    Kendell K.

    Sooooo upfront... I'm a gluten free reviewer, that holds my five star reviews like a toddler with a Cheerio... they are hard to pry out of my gummy fingers!!! So.... Understand that it takes a perfect mix, every time for me to give up the 5... soooo a 4 from me is high praise. I have been to Milk Bar many times because they are one of the most consistent sources of a gluten-free dessert option, or actually three to be exact. For all intents and purposes, Milk Bar and its employees have only let me down (a lil) once and they doubled down to make up for it... so in my book, they are a golden ticket. It would be lovely if the location had just a touch more space to host parties but they cater so now I'm just being picky as that aforementioned toddler LOL

    Arthur C.

    I walked to Milk Bar today to try the Thanksgiving croissant and was pleasantly surprised by the great sweet and savory blend of a turkey-like stuffing with cranberry in a croissant. It tasted nostalgic like Thanksgiving and was rather filling despite its small appearance. The service was great, as I was handed complimentary cookies. The total was about $11.

    Bobbi D.

    I was hesitant to come here after reading the recent reviews, but we had a great experience! The atmosphere is cool - seems like lots of space to hang out (didn't stay because it was late). As for the ice cream, I'd never been here before, and it's definitely unique. I just wish they had a little more variety of options (they had 4 milk shake options - cereal milk, bday, chocolate bday, and seasonal), but they do have a curated menu - so if you're not picky and want a unique tasting experience, this is a fun spot. The service was great - she gave us samples of the ice creams to help us decide. We got the bday shake and then made our own concoction of cereal milk ice cream with chocolate and red velvet cheesecake truffles...SO GOOD, literally omg that should go on the menu!

    Brittany N.

    Pros: Got a bundle with a slice of pie, some cake pops, and some cookies. I love the option for the variety. The pie was the best thing, by far. So smooth and rich and Southern. Nice, soft cookies, too. Not too crispy. Cons: The service was very poor. The very few employees they did have were very aloof and didn't seem to be in a rush to get through the line that was out the door. Tips: Pre order your stuff. If you don't they'll run out of the items you want. If you're choosing between cookies, get the Compost! It was the best.

    Cereal Milk Cup
    Nancy M.

    I love Milk Bar. Wish there were more locations, but it's worth the drive. I don't get it often, but when I do I remember how delicious it is. Something about the cereal milk and the cereal crumbs is just so good! It's the kid in me that loves it so much.

    SOFT SERVE Toasted Marshmallow Cup
    Naomi C.

    So I've wanted to try this place for a while but I elected to take my 12 year old on our mom daughter day. First of all, I just want to say it's SO CUTE. It has parking and it's unmistakable on the corner of 15th and R. The menu is soft serve, cookies, truffles, cakes and their signature milk pie. I haven't tried it, but I'm glad it was just us because it's called milk and they mean it lol. There is nothing dairy free in the place. My daughter wanted truffles so I grabbed some blueberry pie truffles and they were DIVINE then we tried marshmallow and cereal milk ice cream. It's an acquired taste. I'm not sure I was getting there, even with a cornflake topper. Marshmallow jt was, with toasted marshmallow bits on the side. Solid, but not worth the calories imho. My daughter finished the ice cream but said the truffles were really sweet. We took them home and she finished with milk. But oat. I will try the other offerings and maybe amend my review but this is a very niche concept with really unusual offerings. I feel it's a love it or leave it. Right now, I'm a leave it. My daughter wants the chocolate decadence birthday cake so, after that, I'll amend. Until then, it's cute, the offerings are nice and sweet and milky, but it's not for ME.

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    Danica and the team are just ridiculously nice. And the birthday cake is a sweet fix for sure.

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    If I could give it zero stats I would....worst I repeat worst customer service....3 failed cakes ...don't buy from this company EVER

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    Ask the Community - Milk Bar

    Is there any slices of cake instead of buying the whole thing?

    Absolutely! You can get pretty much all of their cakes by the slice - I did this for my girls.… Read more

    Are there any vegan dessert options?

    No their is not

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    You want the scoop?! Well, this place is an authentic Black woman owned business!…read more I'm a first time customer here to say that this place has won me over! Very helpful staff, cute ice parlor vibes and decor..what's not to like! First, I can only indulge in dairy free products so while the selections here were few, the choice that I made was surprisingly shocking-all cashew milk are not enjoyable lol. I ordered the raspberry cheesecake ice cream and honey, after one bite, I thought that I was eating dairy because it was THAT creamy and good! Filled with flavor and delicious to the last drop, I thoroughly enjoyed it on a sugar cone. But here is where I laugh to myself because I sat outside, enjoyed a delicious ice cream and decided to then try a patty lol yes! I ordered one of the curry chicken patty and as a native Island gal, this place knows how to blend their flavors. Those patties were buttery soft and filled with flavor inside-ENJOYED IT! Would I return? YES! I do hope that they expand their vegan flavors but yes yes yes! It's hot in the District, stop by local and enjoy a well deserved treat.

    If you're looking for a sweet treat in the DC area, you MUST stop by Here's the Scoop. Their motto…read moreis "bringing the community together one treat at a time" and they are doing just that. Despite the shop being small they have a large variety of options for you. This includes ice cream, brownies, cookies, pound cakes, ice cream and my all time favorite banana pudding. I've had a lot of banana pudding in my lifetime so for this to be my favorite says something (don't tell my grandma I told you that lol). I even love that they offer single serving banana pudding in the perfect size container so that you can enjoy without over indulging. Check out Here's the Scoop, it's right next to the historical Howard University. You will not be disappointed and may just end up spending $20+ every single time you go because it's that good. Support this Black owned and women owned business :)

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    Wonderful ice cream spot with a ton of unique flavors! I first fell in love with Mount Desert…read moreIsland Ice Cream while visiting Acadia National Park, so imagine my excitement when I learned this Maine classic had made its way all the way to Mount Pleasant DC! They have a great list of unique rotating flavors, and it's always fun to come back to try out their new seasonal releases. A few of my favorites over the years have been their hibiscus sorbet -- a delightful dairy-free addition to their Hispanic Heritage Month flavors that is the perfect balance of tangy and sweet -- the cinnamon cardamom -- a super spiced ice cream that, despite being freezing cold, feels like you're about to drink a warm beverage -- and blueberry sour cream crumble. When I'm feeling less adventurous, they also have a really solid strawberry ice cream that uses real berries (none of that artificial nonsense you see in grocery stores) with a delightful fruity, slightly tangy flavor. There's usually a pretty long line, but it moves quite quickly since they don't allow samples. It's also a small space that gets crowded pretty easily, so I'd recommend taking your ice cream to go and enjoying it as you walk around Mt Pleasant or on the benches just below the entrance to Mount Desert.

    Mount Desert Island Ice Cream is one of those places that instantly becomes a favorite. Their…read moreflavor selection is always exciting, creative, and consistently delicious. Every scoop feels generous, almost like getting a scoop and a half, which makes each visit feel like a small treat and a bonus all at once. One of my favorite things about this shop is their doggy ice cream. My dog absolutely loves it, to the point where he screams if we walk by without stopping. It has become part of our routine, and watching him light up when he gets his own cup makes the stop even better. They also serve an ice cream taco in the winter, and I cannot wait for it to come back. It is fun, a little quirky, and exactly the kind of seasonal special that keeps things interesting. The walk up window is another huge plus. It makes grabbing ice cream with my dog easy and enjoyable, especially on nice days when you just want something quick and tasty. Mount Desert Island Ice Cream delivers great flavors, generous scoops, and thoughtful touches that make it stand out. It is a place I look forward to every time.

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    I can't thank my friend enough for telling me about this ice cream. It has been around for years,…read morebut somehow I never heard about it. When I stopped by, it was raining heavy, but the walk from the metro was totally worth it. I stepped inside, heard some great R&B jams playing, and I made my way to work that amazing smell was coming from. Along the way, I passed some cute merch -- insulated bags and more. And then there was a freezer with all of their pints, ice cream sandwiches, and ice cream cakes. I got up to where the scoops are being served, and there was a very helpful sign next to it with all of the descriptions. I appreciate it the thorough breakdown of what has allergens, what has dairy, and what is vegan. I pretty much tried everything. My favorites were the vegan ones (spiced peanut crunch, tamarind spice), the spiced date cake, saffron pistachio, mangos & cream, black forest... I could keep going. I split a generous scoop of the spiced date cake & saffron pistachio and it was divine. I could've gotten some cool toppings too, but decided not to. It was $8 as is XD. It's definitely a splurge, but a unique flavor profile like this I think it's totally worth it. The pints are $12, which also isn't bad for something this unique imo. I'll be back to get some pints. It's awesome that it's in Brooklyn too, so my sister can explore it as well.

    I was thrilled when this NY ice cream shop announced it was opening in DC. I'd read about the…read moreamazing flavors online for years and was excited to taste them for myself. I was so excited, in fact, that I waited in line on opening day. While the flavors were indeed exciting, I found the flavor to be muted. I was picturing intense Indian spice that hits you in the face, only to be confronted with very mild flavor. I've been a few times since opening, and I think it's fine, but it doesn't live up to expectations. I've found the soft serve to be better than the hard ice cream, but it almost has too creamy of a texture. The yogurt soft serve flavor with cardamom was the best thing I've tasted there. The ambiance is fine, there is a small patio for warm days. The last time I was there the inside smelled like sewage, eeek!

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