Turbo Cone

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We just moved to the area and we've been looking for our new ice cream spots. Turbo came highly suggested and it was alright. Service was really good. The young staff is nice and quick. The free stickers made my kid happy and even my wife. Prices are a bit inflated IMO, but this may just be the area. Parking was easy on a Saturday afternoon. I like the outdoor seating and shade. It's a nice place to stop with a ton of families and kids hanging out. I also love the store shirt. I found the chocolate soft serve a bit dull though. The vanilla is much better. Sprinkles were really good and the mixed ice cream and candy options are nice. We will try some other places but we will also be back. read more

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So happy I found this little slice of delicious coned heaven! GF, DF and so many options for a sweet treat. I love that they have the Pineapple that's basically like a Dole Whip (it's GF, DF & vegan to boot). The Non Dairy Vanilla is a classic and goes well with all the other flavors. I am obsessed with the Iceberg. Couldn't decide between a Slushie or Ice Cream and this does it all!!! It's soft serve on top of a delicious iced slush. Many options to mix and match the flavors. Our current favorite Icebergs are - DF Vanilla in Grape / Pineapple in Peach / Swirled Vanilla & Pineapple in Blue Raspberry. Wish they had a GF cone option but don't hate it since the slush only requires a cup! Soooo very much love that it's affordable & appreciate that they are open til 10 and have outside tables so you don't feel bad swinging in last minute and taking a treat to go! read more

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Cheryl G.

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WE MADE IT Pineapple Whip with Peach....MMMM GOOD! Dairy Free Vanilla with Grape Ice & Dairy Free Vanilla & Raspberry Ice!! Top off the night with COOLNESS read more

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Imo, soft serve has never been on the same page as regular ice cream. Most soft serve tastes very processed and it usually lacks the creaminess of regular ice cream. Carvel and Dairy Queen definitely are a step in the right direction for creamy soft serve, but they still seem pretty processed to me. However, that is not the case with Turbo Cone. They totally nailed it! It's literally the best soft serve that I've ever had. Aside from the normal toppings, they also have a variety of sprinkles, dips, and sauces to go with your cone, cup, shake, float, or slushy. Don't get me wrong, I have a couple of go-to places for regular ice cream, but Turbo Cone is definitely where it's at for soft serve! read more

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Liz G.

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I've always heard great things about Turbo Cone.. So glad I finally tried it! I'm a huge malt fan and there's is one of the bests! I could not get enough. I prefer a chocolate malt and this one was just what I wanted. You can taste tiny bites of malt which is a bonus. Traffic can be a little tricky if you are trying to take a left out of Turbo Cone. Just take your time and you'll eventually get out. Looking forward to another visit at my new favorite malt stop. read more

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It's always a chill spot to get dessert. It is very awesome and above the tip of the iceberg. The staff are really nice and accommodating for customers that have gluten intolerance, sensitivities, celiac, et cetera and handle food allergies excellent. read more

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Sarah-Bradley D.

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We love this ice cream. They don't have any indoor seating but ample outdoors with easy parking and a bathroom. The menu is vast and has something for everyone. They accommodated my husband's nut allergy well which we always appreciate. Highly recommend! read more

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Great soft serve and kind people! 100% coming back for more! I had the chocolate ice cream with the chocolate dip. A classic!

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Rob H.

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Who doesn't love a soft-serve ice cream cone? Turbo's got that and more. I had a choco-vanilla twist in a waffle cup, and could've had soft serve mango or a mix-in mash, milkshake, and more. I enjoyed my cup under the roof of their outdoor seating, but I saw most customers take their choices away. My ice cream was delish, and the waffle cup was crispy and a satisfying ending. I'll be back. read more

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Way better than Dairy Queen! I love getting the hurry cone, which was any of their soft serve mixed with up to three toppings. One of the toppings can even be a sauce, which gives it a different dimension of flavor. They dipped cones I recommend eating on site, but I did ask them if they could lay it down in a bowl to bring it to go and the ice cream and dip held up for the drive home. There is no drive-through and if you miss the turn, you can't get into their parking lot so just make sure to turn before the sign. All ordering is outside through a window. They do have some seats outside with coverage, but if it's raining, not room to sit that you won't get wet. read more

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Emily B.

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Ice cream wasn't cold, and not very flavorful. One thing I did like was the topping options. However, wouldn't go back due to it not being good ice cream and overpriced. read more

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Zail S.

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Don't trust their hours!!!! Closed at 9:24 on a Thursday night. Drove out of our way after dinner for soft serve. Awful. read more

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Jeffery B.

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A West Ashley institution, although I would probably choose Ye Olde before Turbo Cone. Certainly nothing wrong with TC, the ice cream we had was fine, if a little on the bland side. But it offers an overall good experience, being able to sit outside with everyone and enjoy your meal. read more

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Emily V.

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Love this ice cream spot! Be aware they have overflow parking on a side street. It's staffed by mostly high school aged kids but they're fast and friendly. Lots of picnic tables to choose from under a big cover. The hurricone is my favorite - get the turbo cone crunch in it! read more

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Jacqueline T.

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Definitely our favorite soft serve in the area. I stick with old faithful, the chocolate and vanilla twist with rainbow sprinkles. Brings me back to my childhood! The good old days! My boyfriend likes to mix it up. Below is vanilla soft serve with strawberry shortcake topping. This place is always hopping, very-low key and service is quick. Outdoor seating only, but there is a public restroom. Love that they are always playing 80's jams. read more

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Benjamin B.

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Turbo Cone takes me right back to my childhood. It's an old-fashioned, outdoor ice cream shop where you order and pick up at the window. They serve classic flavors like chocolate and vanilla twist, along with Dole Whip--my go-tos, always topped with rainbow sprinkles. The shop's simple, cute vibe adds to its charm, making it a perfect spot for a sweet, nostalgic treat. read more

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Andy N.

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Overpriced, icey non-creamy ice cream, attitude workers, tip option on the payment kiosk for a ice cream come? Go to DQ instead folks. More options and better experience IMO read more

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Kara W.

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Honestly not impressed. Maybe we ordered the wrong thing. Our cones melted so so fast and it wasn't that hot out. They were very messy and got everywhere. For the price, I expected to be at least a little bit wowed, but the flavors were very mild and the hard shell was waxy. If you just want a soft serve cone, I'd go somewhere less expensive. The seating area grass was overgrown. I will say the girl taking orders was very kind though. read more

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Ami A.

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Fun spot for soft serve ice cream in West Ashley! We had a waffle cone and a waffle bowl. Lots of toppings and great prices too. Large patio area to sit and eat too! read more

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Emma P.

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So fun, loved the strawberry and chocolate swirl cone with rainbow sprinkles. Great outdoor seating and a parking lot attached. The only thing we haven't been a fan of is the root beer float, but everything else has been delicious! Great prices, fun atmosphere, and dog friendly! The name Turbo cone doesn't disappoint, they have speedy quick service! read more

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Jeremy W.

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It was great!! The place was very retro-- reminded me of my childhood. Service was pretty quick, and the ice cream was great! Me, my wife, and the kids LOVED it!! 10/10 would come back again. read more

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Amy S.

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A little pricey but I was told it was worth it. Meh. I had the cheesecake ice cream in a waffle cone. The portion was large but both were completely flavorless. The ice cream had zero cheesecake flavor and tasted of bland, unflavored cream. The waffle cone was also bland and not sweet. Other than a hint of cinnamon, it was tasteless. Save your $7 and buy some tillamook instead. read more

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Amanda M.

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I didn't know soft serve was here in Charleston until a friend raved about Turbo Cone!! Coming from Florida, Twistee Treat is a staple so I'm so happy Turbo Cone is here. I was delighted to see that they had dairy free flavors too and so many different dips to choose from. I went with a dairy free pineapple dole whip soft serve with a blue raspberry dip topped with rainbow sprinkles! It was amazing! I also really love the drip cover for my cone. Charleston is hot and it definitely came in handy! There were a lot of people there but they had enough people working for a busy Sunday and we got our ice cream in a few minutes! Can't wait to try more flavors and combinations! read more

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Victoria G.

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Delicious ice cream with no frills at a decent price point. Outdoor seating and it does have restrooms for customers. The ice cream flavors were pretty standard like chocolate, vanilla, and a few vegan or nondairy options like raspberry or pineapple. The pineapple tastes like the Dole Whip from Disney world!! They do cones, mixins like the blizzards from DQ, shakes, and dipped cones. They stay very busy but are super fast. read more

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Matt B.

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Amazing local spot! The ice cream is always fresh and comes out quick, would highly recommend the hurricone with Oreos. Or vanilla ice cream dipped in chocolate. Customer service is always awesome! read more

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I was served a hot mess of liquid soft serve with chunks of drip and a puddle of marshmallow sauce on top. It seemed like the gal working doesn't know how to dip and made a mess and instead of remaking it, threw it all inside a cup and gave it to me. It was so gross and disappointing, and inedible. I was so shocked when it was handed to me and she immediately moved onto the next customer that I just left without saying anything. read more

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Scotty C.

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Stopped in on Labor Day weekend and they were packed. The line moved quickly though as they had multiple windows going. They also have a good amount of seating to accommodate everyone. I was excited to find legit soft serve and especially with a mix of flavors. I ended up doing the blizzard type item (sorry I forget the name of it) using chocolate ice cream and a strawberry mix in. I'd like to see more candy mix ins like maybe heath bar or butterfinger. They also do dipped cones in all sorts of flavors too. It was really creamy and not icey at all plus the price was very reasonable. Definitely coming back. read more

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Nikki B.

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So I parked on the wrong side and had to drive over to the other parking lot. That was a hassle because of traffic. Pay attention to the signs so you don't get towed. Be aware of the parking... The ice cream and shakes are delicious. read more

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Anne O.

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Loved this spot, even if it is a bit removed from town. Soft Serve is one of my favorite ways to enjoy ice cream and this spot ticks all the marks. You can have it dipped and sprinkled too, but I'm a purist - just the ice cream swirl, please. And theirs had great flavor. The only negative is the cones have a plastic drip cup on them - considering our wildlife here in the area - I would ask they lose that. We know how to handle a dripping cone...right? read more

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We have been hoping for good soft serve in the area and haven't been able to find it yet. The texture of the ice cream was actually really good, it just didn't have much taste...I had a chocolate and vanilla swirl and couldn't taste a difference in either flavor which is kind of weird? The blizzard seemed better but wish they had butterfinger! Overall I would go back if I was in the area and wanting ice cream, but wouldn't go out of the way for it personally. read more

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Robyn S.

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Glad to have a unique soft serve spot (outside the usual Dairy Queen etc) in town. Loved the birthday cake dip option- I haven't seen that at another shop before. I wish the hurricone had more than 1 topping included in the price since I am a topping queen. Nice and shaded with fans as well. read more

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Briona K.

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The ice cream is decent, but I was very disappointed to find a hair in it. I'm disgusted and I likely will not return which is unfortunate because I've patronized this business many times. read more

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Emily G.

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Soft serve ice cream is always a great idea and Turbo cone has a choke hold on me. The hurricone vanilla soft serve with peanut butter sauce and cookie dough is where it's at. The service is quick and friendly. It's only outdoor seating so embrace the vibe hot or cold! I'm a frequent customer at Turbo Cone read more

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Shamila P.

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I was really expecting more flavors and crazy amount of ice cream choices and over the top over creams but was kinda disappointed when they have only three flavors and some toppings. Park Circle Creamery is 100% the spot compared to this . Staff was also not the most friendly. I really want to like the spot but it was just meh for me. Ample parking space because there is really not much people going there read more

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Looking for a casual option to enjoy some delicious ice cream with the fam? Turbo Cone is your spot. With an order window and tons of picnic tables over gravel (makes you feel so much less guilty when your kid is inevitably dropping ice cream on the ground) this is the perfect place to stop for a treat. While the ice cream flavors might be a bit limited, the options are not. They have fun dips, toppings, milk shake and malts that you can customize. They also give out cool holographic stickers which was added to our collection of local stickers on the garage fridge. My little one got a vanilla milkshake and I'm happy to say it was the first one he has ever finished. Huge success -- thank you TC team! read more

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This place had me at soft serve! We were out on a Saturday night recently and my daughter wanted ice cream. We were in North Charleston and wanted to go somewhere new. Yelp led me to Turbo Cone! This is such a good spot! You walk up to the window and place your order and they go by a number system printed on your ticket. There is a ton of outdoor seating options where you can wait and enjoy your treats! I ordered the swirl with sprinkles! This is a perfect Summer evening spot! I loved the atmosphere! The staff was very friendly as well! read more

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I stopped here the other night with my daughter. Our second visit to this location. I really enjoy their soft serve vanilla in a cup with sprinkles. It's nice and smooth, creamy, and cold. She ordered the special flavor twist, which was pineapple and dairy free vanilla. From what I could tell, she really enjoyed it. Plenty of parking, friendly staff, and a free sticker if you ask for one. read more

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Russ K.

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The ice cream is THE BEST and the staff is even BETTER!! This local business is so good that it is busy from the minute they open until they close and the staff are so hard working. We love Turbo Cone!! read more

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I'm already looking forward to the next turbo cone trip!!! The soft serve is good on its own but I got distracted by the choice of unique toppings!! They had 3 types of twirly flavors available and I'm glad because it's hard for me to make a decision sometimes if there's too many options haha I went with the chocolate + raspberry swirl and my Dad went with the classic vanilla + chocolate. He got Reese's cups with his and they were very generous! For me I was delighted by the sprinkles and option to "dip" your cone or cup! I got the birthday cake dip and it tasted like frosting!! They got waffle cones, shakes, slushys. Next time I'm gonna get chocolate dip and cookie dough hehe Service was so quick too! Shortly after paying, our ice creams were ready to go! The outdoor seating area is plentiful, a little but loud by the busy road, but they did their best with the trellis greens fence/wall. Love a good ice cream!! Great spot! Pup cups available for the four legged friends too yayy read more

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828 St Andrews Blvd
Charleston, SC 29407
West Ashley
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(843) 900-4242
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https://www.turbocone.com

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Hours

What time does Turbo Cone open?

Turbo Cone opens at 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Turbo Cone close?

Turbo Cone closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Turbo Cone closes at 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 12:00 PM - 9:00 PMFri-Sat 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Does Turbo Cone take credit cards?

Yes, Turbo Cone takes credit cards.

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Does Turbo Cone have catering options?

Yes, Turbo Cone does have catering options.

Does Turbo Cone have a drive thru?

No, Turbo Cone does not have a drive thru.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Turbo Cone have parking?

Yes, Turbo Cone has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Turbo Cone wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Turbo Cone is wheelchair accessible.

Does Turbo Cone have free WiFi?

No, Turbo Cone does not have free WiFi.

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“It's hard to find chocolate dipped soft serve ice cream anywhere in Charleston and they have 3 flavors!”

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5.0(30 reviews)

2.4 mi•Radcliffborough

The chocolate cake is delicious! The frosting is so fudgy and chocolatey and just amazing. I got…read morethe 8 inch 2 layer cake (smallest option) and it was $55. I emailed with Christen to place the order and coordinate and it was very easy. Great option for a celebration or event.

I had first head of them from going to a wedding where they did the cake. I forgot to get snacks…read morefor an event I was hosting and the Chocolate Cake really came through. I was looking for a place near the event to do a neighborhood tie in and they made me 7 dozen mini cupcakes. I sent an inquiry and we worked out the details over email. I initially was going to get a few dozen regular sized cupcakes, but Christen suggested the mini's for bite sized snacking in a mingling... setting which was perfect. We set a pickup time and I went to grab them just before my event. Christen had them ready and greeted me at the door. She actually does all the baking off site at a commercial kitchen and then offers pickup from her beautiful home downtown. I love this old school way of doing business and it adds a personal touch. Now for the cakes! Everyone was raving about them and asking where they came from... even people who said they don't even like chocolate cake (weirdos if you ask me). I lucked out because my guests had restraint and didn't devour every last mini cupcake so I took home about a dozen of them and enjoyed all of them with zero judgement from the party goers. I can't wait to try a whole cake from this place... it's gonna be amazing.

Chocolate cake

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The Ordinary

4.3(908 reviews)

2.7 mi•Cannonborough

•$$$

Had an awesome meal at The Ordinary. It's considered a seafood restaurant, so keep that in mind. I…read moreordered a price fixe menu option, with an app (fish chowder), entree (crab cake), and dessert (chocolate creamy dessert, not pictured). My partner ordered the lobster roll. Everything was fresh and delicious, and very inventive. You can tell from the pics that the decor is absolutely wonderful inside. Our server was very attentive and helpful with the menu. Overall, a very lovely evening, nothing negative to say at all.

Stopped in for a quick bite with a friend. The crispy oyster slider was so good, I just wish it…read morewere bigger! Service was quick and efficient. Love the indoor layout!

View overlooking the restaurant from our table upstairs.

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Benne’s

4.0(81 reviews)

3.3 mi•French Quarter

We stopped into Benne's right before closing and they were kind enough to still let us in, which we…read morereally appreciated. We were craving espresso martinis, and they quickly made a couple for us. Nice touch -- the glasses were chilled, which always makes a difference. That said, we do think the martinis may have been missing the classic foam "bubble" and espresso bean garnish. Honestly though, since they were closing and still accommodated us, we were just grateful they made them at all. If it had been mentioned that they'd be quick, simplified versions due to closing, we would've completely understood -- just something small for expectation-setting. Now let's talk about the coconut cake -- absolutely amazing. It's $17 for a slice, but the portion is HUGE. Easily shareable, and we still had to take some to-go. Super moist, flavorful, and worth every bite if you're a coconut fan. Also worth noting: the outdoor patio is pet-friendly, which is always a big plus for us. Great spot to stop with your pup while enjoying dessert or a cocktail. Overall, a positive experience -- especially thanks to the staff's hospitality at closing time. We'd definitely come back (earlier next time!) to enjoy the full experience.

Finally tried the famous Ultimate Coconut Cake by Peninsula and it absolutely lived up to the hype…read moreand deserves 5 stars on its own. The cake is moist, perfectly sweet, and layered with fluffy coconut frosting. If you've been wanting to try it but don't feel like committing to a full fine-dining experience at Peninsula Grill, this is such a great, more casual way to enjoy it. I paired it with an espresso martini, which paired well with the dessert. I was disappointed that it wasn't served with their famous smoke bubble. The overall experience was just okay. Sitting at the bar was convenient, but the service felt pretty standard and the interior didn't really stand out or add much to the vibe. It's definitely more about the cake than the atmosphere here.

Bar Area

Coconut cake

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AZUR

4.7(121 reviews)

3.1 mi•King Street

We had the pleasure of dining here 2 separate times over an extended weekend trip…read more Host very welcoming and nurturing. Finds your table, if you arrive early for a reservation we had luck with them seating us and he says a kind goodbye as we left each time. Nice list of 3 mocktails so even if not consuming alcohol one can look to play the part at the table and enjoy the flavor notes of a well made cocktail. The first meal we had was a bit of a work/get together meal. We ordered an assortment of items off of the menu and created a more tapas menu. The charcuterie board we picked the cheeses for and it was lovely. All as expected and quite surprised to find a cheddar I enjoyed. Came with some grapes, figs, nuts, honey and I think mustard. Glazed carrots were phenomenal. Heartily enjoyed the beet salad and thought the presentation was quite pretty. Lamb lettuce wraps are alright. Not my favorite of all the dishes served but delivered as promised, nicely cooked and presented. Spouse really liked the lamb wraps and were a stand out dish to them. Meatballs are excellent truly great texture and flavor. Escargot was a fun take on a classic dish. Finished with a unique strudel in its presentation it was quite pleasant. Spouse liked the peanut butter chocolate dessert. For brunch, I had the carrot ginger soup. Which I must say was a total delight. The soup had the hallmark texture and base flavor of the carrot ginger but it had a beautiful breath of savory and some heat seasoning wise to it. It was quite an elevated soup and heartily enjoyed! I followed the carrot soup with a French toast. I am all for softly scrambled eggs but the French toast was a touch undercooked. (I did not let the restaurant know or give them the chance to make right. I regularly eat soft boiled eggs and soft scrambled so I felt comfortable with consuming them.) Strawberries were ripe and tasty. The whipped cream was gorgeous in thickness and flavor. One in law had the caesar salad with croutons and grilled chicken. Their bowl was left clean so while they are not the talkative of sorts they did seem to enjoy it. Ordered a baguette with butter. Unfortunately the butter never made it to the table but the baguette was enjoyed. Spouse had the Azur burger with the side of tapas style potatoes. All was cooked properly to temperature and texture. Flavor and taste as promised. Wasn't their favorite dish at Azur as we had tried so many lovely dishes a few evenings before. But it did deliver on what was represented in the menu. Other in law had the quiche and a side salad. They liked the quiche and would order it again.

Wow! What a beautiful restaurant! I love the cozy atmosphere and the decor. There isn't a lot of…read moreseating so you need to make reservations. Our server was very sweet and helpful! Everything we ordered was delicious - I don't know that you could go wrong in anything here!

Atmosphere, view from a window seat

Ratatouille: delicious

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East Coast Chimney Cakes

4.3(3 reviews)

4.3 mi

Service Detailed explanation of issue…read more Professional No pressure from him Kind n easy to talk to Definitely very knowledgeable Highly recommend

Pros: Almost everything. They are delicious! Cons: Don't…read moreexpect to get them to go. You've gotta eat them as a soon as you get them! We are big fans!