Bruster's is a great stop for some summer ice cream! It's a grab and go kind of place but they have…read moreoutdoor seating sprinkled around. I noticed they added more lawn chairs since the weathers nice! The staff is always helpful and quick at serving orders. They have a bunch of flavors to pick from and honestly it can be sort of a hit or miss. The classics are always great though like the cookies and cream or butter pecan. I got the cherry vanilla and honestly that's my bad because I thought it would be real cherries not maraschino cherries lol. The mixed berry cheesecake was so good though, it had a mixed berry jam and graham crackers swirled throughout. The pistachio was another slight miss for us. I appreciate the amount of pistachios sprinkled throughout but the base was giving amaretto/almond flavoring as opposed to a true pistachio ice cream. (I also don't like amaretto) so that doesn't help lol but overall glad I tried the flavors and now I can try different ones next time!

I'm a long time fan of Bruster's! Today I tried their strawberry matcha which is part of their…read morespring 2026 menu. It was essentially their strawberry ice cream and matcha put together. The strawberry flavor was very strong, so much so that I couldn't really taste the matcha. So it's good if you're a strawberry ice cream fan! I did like how it wasn't too sweet. David had the Caramel Brownie Batter. It is very caramel-y. The brownie bits are very much ooey gooey batter-like rather than solid brownie chunks. I do think the single scoop is a bit overpriced ($5.20 something) which was only $.70 cents less than David's double scoop.

Although I have tried my fair share of funky flavors, I have never come across as many unique and…read moregenuinely tasty options as those at Carmen's Italian Ice. Calling the selection good would be an understatement. Flavors and styles lined the walls, and they have even introduced seasonal spring drinks alongside their custards and Italian ice. I ordered a gelati, which came with two flavors and the option to add a warm brownie in the center. They also offer prepackaged pints to take home. The only item that could not be sampled was the not fried chicken, their iconic Shark Tank inspired creation shaped like a chicken leg, where the novelty lies more in the form than the flavor. Some flavors had intriguing names like Tiger Blood and Midnight Fantasy, and the staff were more than happy to explain each one in detail. *Midnight Fantasy: featured a chocolate base mixed with chunks of brookie. It leaned heavier with a slightly grainy texture from the cookie pieces, but the chocolate itself was not overly sweet. It worked best when paired with something lighter. The brookie itself was well balanced, with a fudgy brownie component and a cookie that had a snickerdoodle like quality. *Mango Italian Ice: had a clean, fruity flavor and a smooth texture. It was not overly icy and paired nicely with the custard on top. *Honey Milk: was my favorite of everything I tried. The honey flavor came through strongly, both in taste and aroma, while the milky richness added a smooth creaminess. It paired beautifully with the Italian ice and balanced the richness of the Midnight Fantasy. *Spring Break Soda: was an interesting take on a Sprite style drink, with kiwi syrup, blue raspberry syrup, grenadine, and cold foam. It definitely delivered a sugar rush. There was a tropical feel, but it may be best suited for those with a serious sweet tooth. There is likely something for everyone here, and the friendly service makes it easy to find your match. While I would probably skip the sodas, the Italian ice and custard stood out for their quality.

I'm so glad I finally tried this place! It's still delicious even during the winter time. The staff…read moreis extremely kind and generous. They were serving us 20 minutes before they opened (2pm). We weren't aware of the hours, but they still helped us and apologized for not having all their displays up. There is only outdoor seating that is shared with other neighboring establishments. The menu is enormous. It's a big overwhelming, but the staff is very patient and will answer all questions and guide you. You can even sample many flavors! I ended up getting a kids gelati with ube custard and horchata ice. I love that they have a mini size and such unique flavors here!!

This place is great I love k pop and that was what they were playing. The vibe in here is very…read morechill and was a very suitable for ice cream .Right when I got here the workers greeted me with such enthusiasm it made me smile. Then when I ate the ice cream it made feel warm inside and it satisfied all my cravings. It reminded me of the summers of my childhood.

This place used to be great. I always get the lychee rolled ice cream so good! I still like going…read morehere from time to time when I'm craving a good lychee ice cream lol. But recently, I feel like the ice cream portions are getting smaller. For the price I'm paying the cup should be much fuller. It is not as full as it used to be :(

This was just okay for my daughter and I. We both agreed it was okay but nothing special. The scoop…read moreis $5.95 and quite small for what you get. I had banana ice cream and she had chocolate with two toppings $8 something. It wasn't overly creamy or the flavors strong in comparison of other ice cream places nearby. I think the portion is small and the price high. The truck was cute and I like that it's easy to get to in the downtown. Service didn't stand out in being overly friendly but it was accurate. In the end, I wouldn't make a special trip but I might try it again.

I love Mimi's! If you're craving interesting flavors in a cozy atmosphere, come here. The employees…read moreare generous when it comes to samples and their pralines&honey is superb (as well as the cucumber sherbet). I love a tasty veggie option. Tomato would be interesting, I wonder if it's ever been on the menu. My last visit involved a Thai Basil and something with coffee in it. Can't remember the name, but both were wonderful! There's ample parking too, so if you're in Rockville then be sure to visit. Enjoy :)

Good ice cream. We…read moreordered 2 scoops of ice cream and the gentlemen convinced us to spend a few more dollars and get a pint. So glad we did. We got a pint of coffee Oreo. It's a very light coffee flavor and small pieces of Oreo. I would have liked bigger chunks - but it's still good. We also got a pint of brownie bites. The brownies are also tiny, but good. Service was outstanding. The gentleman who helped us was very friendly.

This is maybe the third visit to Fantasticks and each time I've been impressed with them…read more Fantasticks covers all the bases gelato in a bowl and stick options and vegan options. The sticks can be covered with 2 or more toppings followed by a drizzle of chocolate, caramel or strawberry. The only tricky part is that the dip cools down very quickly. If they don't put the toppings on very soon after the dip then the toppings don't stick and roll off into the container. Still great but kind of ruins the presentation.

Love that this place stays open late! I first visited after a family dinner and it was the perfect…read morestop. Such a fun spot--kids will LOVE making their own colorful popsicle. I'm super indecisive, so it took me forever to pick mine. If you're like me, I recommend checking the flavors ahead of time, haha. Fantasticks is creative, refreshing, and tasty all in one!

Amazing ice cream. I have absolutely no notes. Perfect on a sunny day expect a lot of people in…read moregood weather. So many flavors which to choose from which can be overwhelming. Love the coffee oreo. Never has disappointed me as a flavor. Fast workers and samples are distributed pretty fast. Glad there's good ice cream so close by.

Sarah offers plenty of flavors, but none of them truly stood out…read more I was stunned upon entering as the wall was covered with every flavor imaginable. There were endless fruity and chocolate combinations to choose from. I had a chuckle at their Luck O' The Irish flavor, a leprechaun inspired mix of mint Oreo and Lucky Charms. There was a sign stating that samples were limited to two, but I appreciated that the employees let us try a few extra given the overwhelming variety. *Lavender Honey: leaned far more heavily into honey than lavender. I was disappointed by how faint the floral notes were. The base was overly milky and dominated by sweetness rather than any delicate herbal flavor. *Cherry Blossom: suffered from the same issue of muted flavors. Supposedly a rose water and cherry combination, neither ingredient made much of an impression on the base. The rose lacked any fragrance and the cherry failed to provide either tartness or brightness. *Salted Caramel: slightly too aggressive with the sea salt, though it could have worked if the caramel had more depth. Instead, the caramel lacked any rich, toasted flavor, leaving the overall profile rather flat. The variety was entertaining, but the execution fell short. Many of the flavors sounded far more exciting than they actually tasted. The mix-ins and toppings needed to be incorporated more generously, and the bases themselves required stronger infusions to carry the advertised flavors. In the end, the playful names were more memorable than the ice cream itself.

Tried the Cheesecake Fantasy at Cold Stone and it definitely lived up to the name! The cheesecake…read moreice cream was super creamy, and the mix of graham cracker crust, strawberries, and blueberries gave it the perfect balance of sweet and tart. Loved the texture and flavor combo. The staff was friendly and quick, and everything tasted fresh. Only reason it's not a full 5 stars is the price a bit steep for the size. Still, it hit the spot and I'd come back for sure to try other flavors! I choose to sit inside, they do have outdoor seating.

Awful! Every time we do an online order there is an issue! Order can't be found, it wasn't made...read more

Love the variety of flavors available! Everything I've tried has been delish!…read more The 1/2 and 1/2 single scoop is a generous portion. Staff is friendly! It can get a little busy and parking sometimes might be tight. But it's worth it.

This place is the best for amazing tropical flavors as the name denotes. They have Ginger,…read moreGuinness, soursop, tamarind, pineapple and lucuma! IYKYK ;) They also have usual flavors like vanilla, chocolate, mint chocolate chip, strawberry and so on. The place is very small you place you're order it's made in front of you are you exit to enjoy on the exterior patio or in your car. Only 6 people can fit in the vestibule to order (maybe up to 10). Everything is done in front of you and it's worth the wait. They have several ice creams, shakes, sundaes and floats. The service is always great but depending on the season they may be out of certain flavors so read the notes around the window while you wait. Their hours vary based on the season. They are located on Rt.355 - Hungerford Drive next to Cameron's Seafood directly across from MCPS Board of Education building before you get to Montgomery College - Manakee Building.

Am I the only one who didn't know there was a Carmen's in Kentlands, INSIDE of the Kung Fu Tea?…read more I had only ever been to the one on Nelson St in Rockville. It was cold and late and didn't feel like going to that one, and it was my name day so when I saw a Carmen's location in Kentlands I figured it was my sign to go! I was a little disappointed that this location didn't have all the flavors that I'm used to seeing at the Rockville location. One my favorites is Ube, which they happened to be out when I went. I usually go for the gelati, and the options were your typical flavors, nothing too exciting in my opinion. But, ultimately cant complain because my name day vegan coconut gelati and mango shave ice tasted fine and it was like having a little pina colada in the middle of winter! Hope this location expands their menu so that we can enjoy all the wonderful flavors that Carmen's has to offer!

I've been here a couple of times and I try so many different ice creams. Everytime we are close by…read morewe stop to by,