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It was hot as Hades and ice cream would hit the spot. We stumbled on this place with our walk home. I got the heath, and the wife got the butter brickle. I figured one scooper, but no, they give you one serving and it's a biggin. I wasn't mad at it. Servings are a meal. Delicious and fresh. They go through a lot of product. If you want I-C-E (ice cream code word when around small children who can't spell) this is the spot IMO for G-Town.
I love this place. My favorite ice cream shop on the globe. I get the rum raisin and butter brickle in a cup. Don't mind the line they move fast. Go here if you get the chance. Highly recommend.
We stopped by Thomas Sweet Ice Cream after hearing a lot of good things about it. They have a huge selection of ice cream flavors and toppings, so there's no shortage of options. One thing that caught us off guard was that the menu didn't include prices, which made it a little difficult to know what to expect when ordering. We ended up getting three small scoops and one milkshake, and the total was higher than we anticipated. That said, the ice cream itself was very good, and it's easy to see why the shop is popular. Overall, we enjoyed our visit, but we'd probably pay a little closer attention to what we're ordering next time.
After seeing people standing in line for ice cream at this place, we decided to give it a try. We ordered a small cup, which lets you choose two flavors, and picked rum and raisin along with amaretto. The amaretto didn't really have much flavor, but the rum and raisin was delicious and very flavorful. Glad we tried it!
I waited in line for maybe 15-20 mins, but the ice cream was good! They have such an extensive menu and it took me until I got to the front of the line to choose a flavor lol. I ended up choosing the pumpkin flavor since it was a seasonal flavor. Very creamy and delicious.
A classic ice cream shop this is a little bit over stimulating with all the people packed at the front door trying to get a sweet treat, and the large menu with tons of flavors. Additionally this place could use a revamp as the tables, chairs, flooring, and decor is old looking. The staff was ok but they only have 1 register in busy Georgetown. The ice cream is a great treat and they have a flavor for everyone in the family. I got the vanilla chocolate almond and throughly enjoyed it. My husband got strawberry and he was pleased as well. They also have ice cream cakes, chocolate, and coffee. There's also outdoor seating and street parking.
Do they have a ton of really cool flavors? Yes. Are they super busy and try to keep the line moving as fast as possible? Yes. Are they a little bit more rude than they should be? Yes. They also have a really weird role that you need to have a $10 minimum to have a credit card, really it's just a trick to make you have to buy more, which is pretty weird to me because I've never seen another restaurant do this. Just be aware of that before you come, with a group of friends, it is really fun to talk about all the different flavor options they have, and you will not be let down by them. I really loved the coffee Heath bar, and the butternickel, which is like a butterscotch toffee.
Classic ice cream spot with tons of flavors! Ambiance & Service: Classic ice cream shop vibe with plenty of indoor seating. Service was quick, but double-check your size if you want the kids' small! I thought I ordered the smallest size and it ended up being their traditional small! Butterbrickle Ice Cream with Oreos: Smooth, creamy, and delicious! The butterscotch/toffee flavor is a must-try. TL;DR: Great spot for creamy ice cream--don't miss the Butterbrickle!
Super yummy ice cream, however the amount that they give you is way too much for the size of the cup! It was a hot day and our ice cream was melting everywhere, however, we were determined to keep up since it was so delicious.
It's been awhile since I visited one of my favorite ice cream shop. They didn't disappoint. Same fast yet great customer service, many tasty flavors to choose from, and generous portions. I highly recommend getting their fresh tasty waffle cone with your order. My eyes were DEFINITELY bigger than my stomach when craving my three favorite flavors- rum raisin, amaretto, and coffee heath bar in their fresh made and tasty waffle cone. The coffee heath bar is not is an overly strong coffee flavor but you definitely taste the coffee flavor on the first lick then followed by crunchy heath bar pieces. The Amaretto has a mild almond crème based flavor. The rum raisin is a mild crème based flavor with very light rum flavoring and raisins all throughout. Rum raisin is my all time favorite ice cream and I'm picky because it's hard to find one that's flavorful with right balance of soft raisin pieces in it. Thomas Sweet has done it right! They also had samples of the heath bar fudge which was really good. Smooth and flavorful. Their fudge always looks so fresh and tasty. I wish they would sell it in smaller portions. I just can't eat that much. I recommend giving it a try as well.
Good and fair priced ice cream shop in Georgetown! They stay open really late which is a plus. Went at 9:30pm and there was a line. It seemed like they were the only place open at that time. We waited for about 20 min so it wasn't too bad. Plenty of seats for dine in (inside and out). There's a credit card minimum. The ice cream itself is very good! Lots of different flavors to choose from. I had the banana split and finished the whole thing by myself!
This Georgetown gem doesn't disappoint. There are ample choices to satisfy each person in your party's preferences. The line even in winter is long, but it's worth it.
Reviews are mixed. Many highlight the wide flavor selection, generous portions, and creamy ice cream.
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I've heard a lot of great things about this classic, longstanding spot in Georgetown known for its ice cream and other sweets. Personally, I'm not a huge fan and think Thomas Sweet is a bit overrated. Pros: - Lots and lots and lots of flavors - Open later than other dessert places in the area - Ice cream made fresh daily Cons: - Tables not wiped down and the interior is generally kind of dirty - The ice cream itself isn't great - I had chocolate chip cookie dough and the chocolate chip to ice cream to cookie dough ratio was off, plus the chocolate chips were too bitter - Negative vibes from the guys working behind the counter read more
A longstanding Georgetown institution that has apparently evaded my grasp thusfar. They offer a ton of flavors, and I had to think for a while before ordering. I got a "medium" but frankly ended up with more cream than I really wanted, so I'll say there's value there. The mint chip I tried was pretty standard; not the strongest mint but mint is rarely bad. Conversely, the cherry vanilla had plenty of actual cherries in it and was rather nice. Not even close to where I'd call them the best in the city, but worth a stop on a summer day. As much as they have a ton of flavors, I didn't see that these guys have dipped into the dairy-free market yet. read more
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I have been waiting to try this place out because it is a DC classic & also Obama's favorite spot. My first impression when I walked in was that there were SO many flavors- ones that we all know of and ones that were so unique! I honestly wanted to try them all, but decided on getting the tiramisu and coffee Oreo flavor! The small size is actually two huge scoops for about $6 so it was pretty worth. They actually gave me a lot more than what I saw with others so I felt like it was even a better deal! The texture of this place was so soft yet so creamy! I loved both of these flavors but I think it would taste better if I paired one with chocolate. Both combined tasted very similar (possibly because of the coffee flavors in both?) but I think it would be good to switch them up with a completely different flavor! I would definitely come here again, I absolutely loved this place! I gave it 4 stars only because I would say it isn't my favorite spot, but it's one of the solid ice cream shops in DC! read more
5 years ago
This is a wonderful ice cream and sweet shop with a huge variety of each. There are so many unique flavors that I haven't seen in any other ice cream shop, with lots of mix in options. There were so many types of chocolates and fudge available as well. I wish I had tried one of their truffle chocolates. The walls with various presidents' pictures at the shop were a nice touch as well. Chocolate fudge brownie ice cream: 3/5 The ice cream wasn't especially rich in its chocolate flavor. The brownie bits added a nice chew. read more
2 years ago
Walked here because I was bored and depressed and this place def cured me. I got the cake batter ice cream in a cone and it was great. They also give you a good amount for your money. Thank you Thomas Sweet for making my night better. I will be back so watch out. read more
3 years ago
I wouldn't know exceptional ice cream from good from so so and not so good. But the kids loved it. It was a tad unkempt Not exactly dirty just old but with a very sweet smell. We sat inside. worth the $50 ticket I got for missing the motorcycle parking only sign that was torn down a block away? Hard to say. They kids liked it! Will be back! read more
2 years ago
So cute! Very old timey feel - the perfect neighborhood ice cream place. Employees were friendly and accommodating. I had them into Oreo as a small the portion was huge amd tasted so so good. Def coming back to try more flavors read more
2 years ago
Got the peppermint ice cream and liked it. It was slightly overpriced though. It was fun to get a scoop from an ice cream shop that President Biden and President Obama had visited! Would be open to trying another flavor next time! read more
I'm not gonna lie this place was all people would talk about around me on where to go to get ice cream in gtown. It's really just an average ice cream shop to me, yes tons and tons of flavor options I must say but nothing different from any other ice cream shop. I honestly get a better whiff of fresh made cones from Ben and jerrys than this place. But it wasn't bad wasn't amazingly great. Like the options and the fact they have chocolates as well, wasn't able to try the one I wanted given that it was sold out (tiramisu truffle). Would I come back, I mean yea I guess but would I be raving about it to others. Idk not likely. read more
Thomas Sweet is located on a corner with some limited indoor seating and some outdoor seating. My husband, our little girl dog and I decided to grab some ice cream on a Tuesday evening, around 8:20 pm. Being that it was rather hot and humid, it wasn't a surprise that there was a line out the door. But the line wasn't too bad of a wait and soon I was inside (air conditioning blasting). With so many flavor choices and a confusing menu board, I ended up ordering: Regular Size ($4.70 prior to tax) + Waffle Bowl- The 2 flavors I got was amaretto & strawberry. Both really great flavors, not too artificial tasting. I thought the almond and strawberry flavors were creamy and went well together. The waffle bowl was a nice added crunch to our ice cream. I asked for my waffle bowl to be placed in a plastic bowl. To be honest, I did not originally intend to order a waffle bowl, but the credit card minimum is $6 and I knew that I wouldn't meet the minimum with my regular size ice cream. --------------------------- (Total= $7.21 after tax) Some other Yelp members had mentioned that the customer service is rude. I am pleased that I did not encounter that. The employee behind the counter answered my questions and also gave me 2 sample ice cream flavors for me to try. He didn't rush me, even though there was this line behind me (some of the people behind me seemed rude and out of patience... it was my first time here, calm down folks). Overall, the 3 of us enjoyed some ice cream that helped us to take a break from walking around Georgetown and cool off a little from this heat. Would stop by here again if I was in the area. read more
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Huh. While I think about what to write about for "T Sweets" I literally can't think of anything to critique. They did their job immaculately and their reviews show it! What I got: - Regular cone (w/ Strawberry + Oreo scoops): $7.25 In terms of ice cream flavor, it's exactly what anyone looking for their quick sugar fix would like. Complete with a nice creamy texture that's not too cold, the ice cream itself proved why it deserve a hefty $7.25 price. The chocolate dipped cone w/ sprinkles was a nice aesthetic to snap quick pics of but not noteworthy in terms of taste. The regular sugar cone and waffle cone are the same price so don't be tricked by seemingly cheaper options!! I will say the service was slower than what I would have liked, but I can't dock off points because they're trying to keep me safe by limiting the number of people there. T Sweets is located in a nice corner of a (usually) busy street and is a great one-stop shop for a break while perusing the Georgetown locale! I read more
8 years ago
Ice cream: Thomas Sweet has so many different flavors and toppings!I'm very simple with my ice cream, so I typically get the Chocolate-Chocolate Chip on a waffle cone. The chocolate flavored ice cream is really rich, but not too sweet or bitter. The waffle cones are made fresh too! There are other sweet treat items, like cookies and brownies. If you visit on a warm day, be prepared for a long line; Thomas Sweet is very popular and is a gem in the community. read more
Stopped in to grab a treat after picking up my prescription from cvs and it was a pleasant surprise. Due to the virus, business was pretty slow but customer service was still great and I was able to try the mango sherbert before committing to it. I thoroughly enjoyed it and it wasn't too sweet. There's so many options to choose from and a lot of toppings, as well as an array of pralines I want to eventually try. Once things die down, I'll surely be back to try other options. read more
A classic Georgetown establishment with a huge selection of ice cream flavors and big scoops. I've been here twice. The interior is quaint and old-timey, which I like. There's also a decent amount of seating. The service is always just okay -- not terribly friendly or attentive -- and this place is on the pricier side, but the ice cream is undoubtedly good. Not the best in the city by any means, but it'll hit the spot, and they give you a lot of it! Perfect for a hot summer's day: grab a cone to go and take a walk around the neighborhood. read more
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My boyfriend and I decided to drop by to check it out and we weren't disappointed! This really is a neighborhood favorite because there were a bunch of people even though it was raining cats and dogs. The staff were very polite and took their time explaining things to us. The brownie sunday comes with 3 scoops and all of the flavors were so good. We're super happy to have been able to try this place and hope to come back soon! read more
5 years ago
I LOVE ice cream....and was super excited to try the classic Thomas Sweet when in DC, but I was so disappointed. I wish the flavors were posted above the ice cream so I could "put a name to a face" (for lack of a better word) to each flavor. I quickly just chose the vanilla cherry flavor because I've heard it was good. I got Oreos on top. The other flavor was vanilla cherry with mix ins of Oreos and KitKats. The ice cream itself was very hard and not super creamy and rich. The pieces of cherry were whole cherries which I appreciated. It needed some kind of fudge swirl or something. The mix in ice cream was a bad idea. There was way too much stuff in it and the pieces of candy because so small it didn't taste like anything. The only reason I'm giving this 3 stars is because of their homemade cookies. They are so moist that you can't pick them up without them breaking in half. Both red velvet cookies and chocolate chip cookies were good. Maybe if i was to come back I would try a chocolate chip cookie ice cream sandwich with a different ice cream? read more
3 years ago
I came here after dinner with a few friends. I was all set to get a scoop of ice cream and call it a day BUT in the glass refrigerator at the entrance there was a pile of assorted cookie icecream sandwiches! These weren't just any icecream sandwiches, these where chocolate chip cookie (made in house) icecream sandwiches WITH different flavors of icecream. I LOVE cookies and cream icecream, it's my FAVORITE. But a problem I have all the time is there is never enough cookies. Not with this one!!! They must have dumped in an oreo for every tablespoon of icecream and I appreciate their service! There is also fudge near the counter and a whole truffle section that I payed no attention to but seemed to be tucked i. The corner of the shop. This place looks old school. Their signs are hand written. They have a small seating area and the whole place feels a bit cramped because there is a lot going on (icecream/fudge/truffles that's a lot for one shop) but at the same time it feels cozy. Like it's family run and not a mass production. My one and only complaint is for those who are dairy free, lactose intolerant or vegan your only options are the sorbet list. No creamy concoctions. read more
Honestly I wasn't super impressed with my experience here. Ice cream was good, not great. Tried the Du Leche and Chocolate Oreo Marshmallow. To my disappointment, the marshmallows were just mini marshmallows, not marshmallow swirls, which would have been better flavor. Texture was good but salted du Leche lacked flavor as well. Cold stone is better honestly. Line was out the door, they upcharged me to use a card ($6 minimum) and it was overpriced to begin with if you ask me. I would def try a different ice cream place next time I'm in Georgetown. read more
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3214 P St NW
Washington, DC 20007
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