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    Salt N Cocoa

    4.8 (74 reviews)
    Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working

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    Tova B.

    Came here because of the flood of glowing reviews and was immediately greeted by what can only be described as an Instagram/TikTok fever dream. The place is undeniably cute... but all the signs looked painfully AI-generated, which gave the whole aesthetic a weird, soulless vibe. We ordered the s'mores rolled ice cream to split since it was $10. It wasn't even busy on a Monday evening, yet we waited about 25 minutes with only 3-4 people ahead of us. They were training a new employee and everyone seemed genuinely kind, so that's not my issue at all--I just didn't expect to spend nearly half an hour waiting for one rolled ice cream. Now for the real tragedy.... Maybe the wait would've been worth it if the ice cream had been good, but it was one of the strangest textures I've ever had. It was unbelievably gritty, almost like someone froze watery almond milk and called it ice cream. Every bite somehow managed to be both icy and grainy at the same time. The whipped cream tasted like absolutely nothing, which I didn't even know was possible. The only redeeming part was the toasted marshmallow on top. Cute shop, nice employees, but the ice cream itself was such a disappointment that I won't be coming back.

    Nutella Taiyaki and vanilla soft serve
    Lauren A.

    Amazing as always! Customer service is great and the employee even offered to remake my Nutella taiyaki if it was too dark for my liking - which it wasn't. Their rolled ice cream combinations are tasty but the made to order taiyaki truly takes the cake. Nice and crispy on the outside that gives away to warm and gooey Nutella. It is smoking hot immediately but hard to wait, hence the vanilla ice cream! The space was nice and bright, clean, and welcoming. They have redone their seating to include a couch which is very comfortable and can comfortably seat different parties with space in between. Always a treat and can't wait to be back.

    Rolled Ice Cream  Taiyaki
    Athavi J.

    An unexpected great find. Stopped in with a friend for post meal desserts and had their gulab jamun ice cream rolls that were gigantic (enough for 2) and delectable. They also have taiyaki, bubble tea, and chai. Service was quick and ambiance is very casual. I will be back to try some drinks.

    Matcha rolled ice cream
    John B.

    This rolled ice cream and bubble tea place is a small strip mall joint. Ordering a green tea ice cream got me a strong, pure tea flavor, with some esoteric and interesting toppings, such as little mochi bits. It made for a dynamic flavor experience that maximized the value of thinly rolled ice cream. I didn't want a bubble tea on top of that, but I bet they're good.

    S'mores Rolled Ice Cream
    Al W.

    If happiness had a store front this would be it! Lots of creativity here, friendly staff and a great location. What's not to love?

    Coffee and Strawberry
    Holly G.

    Delicious! Smooth and creamy and full of flavor. Greeted when we walked in. Cute decor from little artist cover the front wall. Music is audible but not blaring so you can have a conversation. Loved the flavors that were suggested!

    Taiyakis
    Andrea A.

    Came back for the taiyakis, of course! We got all the sweet options again & this time, the sleeper hit for me was actually the red bean. The buy 5, get 1 free deal is still going. You have to wait a little bit bc they're freshly made but it's worth it. Ambiance & service are good. Plenty of parking available. 10/10 would recommend this place for a sweet treat!

    Matcha lemonade
    Glenn G.

    We had read about this little shop even though it's relatively close to our home. We knew they had teas and rolled ice cream, but what drew us in was the taiyaki (fish shaped filled pastries). We opted for the more traditional red bean filling although they offer a variety of sweet and savory fillings. They appear to be a family-run operation and were a little busy when we stopped in but that's okay, we were not in a hurry. We also got a nice matcha lemonade. This is a cute little place and we'd love to stop in again.

    Banana Nutella rolled ice cream
    Gregory K.

    OMG their rolled ice cream here at Salt N Cocoa is so amazing. Friendly people who work here and run it. And it's fun to watch them make the rolled ice cream too. They freeze it, mash it, flatten it, and roll it. Worth getting some just to watch them do it. But also for the taste. I got the banana Nutella and it was mmmmmm good. With fresh banana and everything. I loved it. I love everything about this place. Thank you!

    dubai chocolate rolled ice cream !!
    Kitty G.

    very fun and yummy!! the inside is so bright and cute i loved their promotional posters and overall aesthetic, im very excited to come back and try the taiyaki :D and shout out to the manager training two new hires during a rush, thank you for working so hard!!

    Walk allllll the way in to order...
    Smythe R.

    Salt N Cocoa is located alongside barber shops, nail salons, and quick tailor shops in this fairly upscale strip mall. There are a few tables on the sidewalk, but today, the seven 4-tops inside are handling things well. They make ice cream filled pastries, but I had just eaten and only wanted WiFi and coffee for some writing. The cortado was made quickly and served immediately. It was thick, frothy and tasty, and my view out the window of the parking lot was sunny and therapeutic.

    Coffee and mango rolled ice cream

    Relaxing visit with my aunts coffee, mango rolled ice cream and Kashmiri pink chai with pistachios. Soft soothing music and bright clean store. Some pastries available but we came for ice cream

    Coffee rolled ice cream

    Great tasting BoBoa drinks, rolled ice cream, tayaki. Everything house made fresh upon order. Friendly staff and family business. The coffee ice cream is freshly pulled espresso shot mixed with cream. And the drinks you can replace cow milk with oat milk too. We haven't tried the soft serve but I'm sure they are good too. Many flavors to choose from.

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