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    Vampire Penguin

    4.6 (150 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Cookies & Cream with Oreos and Nutella
    Alyssa M.

    This is a nice tasty dessert that feels a bit lighter than traditional ice cream. It's very unique and a fun treat, just wouldn't necessarily be my first choice for dessert. The service was great and the cashier was very patient. The ambiance is really cute with lots of themed decorations and some seating inside.

    Strawberry shortcake
    Beth W.

    If you haven't been to Vampire Penguin - Seminole, you are missing out! Such a cool place and unique ice cream! It's fluffy and a little crunchy. A great summer treat! Had no idea what to expect, the shaved ice is a unique and wonderful experience! So light and fluffy and a lil crunch adds the perfext texture! One small could've been split between three people. Our girls each got their own and couldn't finish it. We got two strawberries shortcakes, and one Twix. They were all delicious! I especially love the fresh fruit. The place has such a cool vibe with colorful penguin art, a huge throne chair that is perfect for pictures, and fun pops of color everywhere you look. The staff was so friendly and welcoming which made it even better. If you are looking for a treat that is as fun as it is delicious, this is the spot. We will definitely be back.

    Dulche de Leche
    Laura J.

    First time here and did not disappoint. So smooth and creamy like a frozen latte with crumbles. Hubby enjoyed the Dulce deleche. Cute little decor everywhere. The front of house was super friendly and answered all our first timer questions! We'll definitely be back again to try all the flavors

    Taro
    Jessica B.

    So so so good. I tried the one with taro and it was divine. The service was nice. The restaurant had indoor and outdoor seating. Everything is under $10 I would go back! The ambiance can be improved, maybe simplified and consistent. This could be a very cool spot if it were dimmer and had a mood.

    Peanut butter
    Luisa J.

    This place is awesome! The inside is super cute and this snow ice concept is really cool. I tried the peanut butter one and it was delicious. I loved how the deserts are presented. We will be back !!

    Tiffany H.

    I have been here a few times now and keep trying different things. I have yet to pick a bad combo! The Mexican was incredibly good. The orange creamsicle flavor was also super solid. They were both better than the piña colada one. Dulce de leche is an excellent safe option. What is this place though? It's hard to describe because it's not ice cream. And it's not Italian ice. It's like that shaved milk snow you can find occasionally at Asian cafes but with a ton more options in flavors and toppings. The powdery frozen goodness is super light and fluffy. The sky is the limit as far as building a dessert to suit your palette. Fruity things, chocolate, crunchy bits, syrups... Every time I have been here the people working have been super patient because there are so many options and I take forever to decide. The inside of the shop has a few tables and is always kept clean.

    Peanut Butter Cup
    Unique E.

    Vampire Penguin is always a great refreshing treat to have after a long hot Florida day!! Friendly staff are very helpful in menu choices and do an excellent job building each dessert choices to order quickly. Very cheery and interesting interior from the art on the walls, to the unique furnishings. Great place to visit after lunch or dinner. Kid friendly as well. Definitely worth the visit!!! Excellent flavor and visual presentation by design!!! Highly recommend!!!

    Strawberry Cheesecake

    If you haven't been here, you NEED to go ASAP! This place is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! We've tried 6 different items and they have all tasted exactly as described on the menu. You won't be disappointed!

    Peanut Butter Cup. This one could use more flavor as it was a watered down taste.
    Nina P.

    This is shaved ice like you've never had before! We love trying new, random food and we have no regrets with this place. Pricing was spot on. Highly recommend and look forward to returning to try new flavors!

    Pina Colada
    Diane H.

    First of all, I love the name of this place since vampires are my favorite creature. Secondly, who doesn't love a low calorie dessert with tons of flavor. They use shaved ice instead of ice cream so there's no lactose problem for people either. I've tried a few of their tropical flavors and today I had s'mores, which was a nice chocolate shaved ice cover with chocolate syrup, graham cracker, crumbs, and marshmallows.

    Coffee Toffee
    Patricia F.

    What a perfect icy treat. It's a snow cone, but with yummies added to it. Mine was coffee based with cream, caramel, toffee bits and whipped cream on the top. So good. It is lighter than ice cream so you do not feel so full afterwards. Service was great and prices were about $5 for a small and $7 for a large. Go check out this kitschy decorated refreshing treat.

    Peanut Butter Cup
    gary s.

    Not impressed. Would much rather have a ice cream sundae. The large is $9.00 and the small is $7.00 which I thought was very high for a product that tasted like fluffy ice. The establishment wasn't the cleanest inside. The sundaes came out very fast. There was only one other family of four there. This was their first time and also weren't impressed.

    Strawberry cheesecake and tai tea!!!! Yum!
    Sidney J.

    OMG! This was the MOST amazing place! I have trouble with ice cream, but I still love it and this was an amazing alternative! SO yummy!

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    Sophia did a great job ! Me and my daughter had the banana crème pie and the sweet Tooth. Highly recommend those two flavors.

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    We love Vampire Penguin!! Always a treat!! My favorite is the Dulce De Leche! We have yet to try anything that wasn't enjoyable.

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    Unexpected treat. Went here wondering whet a vampire penguin treat was and it was awesome. Nice staff and great Svs. I will be returning.

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    The boba tea is disgusting. It ruined the taste of my ice cream. The boba was chewy. Would never get it again or recommend it to anyone.

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    Ask the Community - Vampire Penguin

    Do they have dairy free options?

    Yes, we have several dairy free options. All of our fruit and tea flavors are dairy free.

    What are the prices?

    Our small desserts range from $4-7 depending on the number of toppings and flavors. Large desserts run from $6-9 and are double the size.… Read more

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