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    4.3 (48 reviews)

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    Emily K.

    Ordered the vegan cookie dough flavor and it was SO GOOD!! My dog also loves to drag me there for his little puppy sundae... they use dog friendly ice cream and put a little biscuit on top. There is a girl that works there whenever I pop in and she is just the kindest person, it always makes me want to go in there more often than I do because you don't find that customer service super often in the city.

    Vie L.

    Huge scoops, a wide variety of flavors, smooth and rich taste, and reasonably priced ice cream. The staff is friendly, with plenty of seating and a cozy vibe. Definitely coming back.

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    Komal R.

    Love their coconut ice cream so much! It is easily the best in the city because of how authentic it tastes AND the addition of actual coconut shavings. I tasted their Mocha Almond Fudge which was rich and delicious - very coffee forward with a slight hint of chocolate - way better than what I had expected. I will be getting a full scoop of it next time!

    Gabriella L.

    Very delicious ice cream with great flavor options! The "small" is quite large in my opinion, I'd get the kids size next time! 10/10 rating over here!

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    Ray M.

    It's hard to pass up real ice cream! Vanderwende's offer a nice addition to Old City. Somewhere else to get ice cream other than Franklin Fountain. Lots of great and unusual flavours to choose from, including a sugar free vanilla. I chose the apple pie ice cream. It was very good. Real pieces of apple and dough throughout. They are very generous with their scoops. They also sell pints and quarts to go. I'm looking forward to coming back.

    LaTisha P.

    Who doesn't like a homemade ice cream shop. Prices may seem pricey to some but I was expecting them. It's a cute shop with seating if you want to eat in. I got cherry vanilla and cookies and cream ice cream. I'm not a huge fan of the ice cream. The flavors weren't intense enough for me. It had more of a milky taste and I don't drink milk so I wanted more flavor. The ice cream does not melt fast which I love. Will I be back? Nope but I'm sure others will love it so I'd recommend it.

    Jasmine S.

    Was in the area looking for ice cream and I turned around and it was literally across the street. The shop was bright and airy amid the darkness of the city. I was happy to see it was opened and the service was pleasant and the associates helpful. You may be overwhelmed by choices: they have all the standard plus a few specialty flavors. I settled on a small cup of berry cheesecake. It was sweet without being cloyingly so which I appreciated ! It was warm and clean inside and the seating was plentiful. I would definitely go back.

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    Retna S.

    Upon entering I was greeted by a friendly staff who was ready to answer any questions. I sampled the cappuccino crunch and I was sold. I love coffee flavored ice cream and I heard that peanut butter fudge crunch is popular. Thus, I decided to get 3 scoops: cappuccino crunch, coffee, and the peanut butter fudge. I was shocked to see how humongous the ice cream was. Thankfully I brought a container so that I could take it home. All of them were really good. You can really taste the flavors. They have vegan soft serve and you can buy a pint or a quart from the flavors that are available at the store. They also have a reward card, so I definitely will go back.

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    Ade B.

    I've had the peanut butter fudge crunch & milk & cookies ice cream at Vanderwende's. Both were outstanding. And they were served in generous scoops. You will get more delicious ice cream here than what you will get at its more well-known neighbor a block away. I live close by, and this will be my go-to spot for ice cream moving forward.

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    Payal P.

    A new ice cream place in old city? I had to check it out. I liked how this ice cream shop just sells the basics. The place also makes killer milk shakes. The place really fills up the ice cream scoop as well.

    Clarissa V.

    I do love their ice cream but sure wish they would use real whipped cream, like from one of those whipped cream dispensers and fresh whipping cream, instead of canned whipped cream from grocery store. would def up that experience

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    The food was very good The service was very good, but sometimes just take on a Saturday. They look so delicious.

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    Ice cream had a great flavor. One scoop was bigger than the average scoop. Friendly atmosphere.

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    1 year ago

    Best ice cream I have ever had in memory. Salted caramel. Perfectly creamy not too sweet with crushed pretzels. Hit the spot!

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    The Cookies and Cream ice cream is the best ice in all of Philadelphia. Absolute must try if you're near here.

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    Ok tasting ice cream, portions are quite large. Staff is friendly, there is plenty of seating both inside and out

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    Wonderful ice cream at non tourist prices! Family owned and new to Old City, this is a much needed option for affordable ice cream.

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    2 years ago

    Great ice cream and service was good! I've been twice this week. Will come back again

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