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Finally made my way to the yogurt mill! It's basically frozen yogurt with rotating flavors and many toppings. They have plenty of sizes and they run big! I ended up getting the baby size which includes one free topping which was nice. I got vanilla with tart mango and cheesecake bites. I enjoyed it so much! The staff was nice and let me sample some flavors beforehand. Something to note is it's CASH ONLY! The location is relatively small they do have a few tables inside and I think a couple outside as well.
Really enjoyed it, not my first time here but the first since it blew up on TikTok. On a Saturday around 1pm there was a steady amount of customers but it wasn't busy, and the staff was efficiently friendly.
This place always hits the spot. Love that this place has been in business for years. This definitely a staple for those who live, lived or grew up in ElCajon. Generous size for the price and can't go wrong with adding some toppings to give it that touch of goodness. Service quick, accommodating with the samples as well as the friendly service! The place inside is small very limited seating inside and out. However the parking lot is big enough to accommodate the crowd as people seem to be coming and going quickly. The line was a 15-20 min wait which was well worth it. Their froyo is delicious, tasty and very creamy! 100/100! Highly recommend them and will continue to make the extra trip when visiting San Diego just to enjoy a cup of their New York cheesecake and strawberry or Coconut and Strawberry frozen yogurt topped with Strawberries! Highly recommend giving them a try!!
Are you looking for the perfect spot to satisfy that cool, creamy, yummy dessert craving? If so, try out Yogurt Mill in El Cajon. I have not been here is so long but was craving yogurt! Today was the day to indulge! They offer the best yogurt ever with great prices. Keep in mind they accept cash only though. . The workers are friendly and helpful so I appreciated that. I ordered the baby size of strawberry and peanut butter with fresh a strawberry topping. It was incredible! I will be coming back here regularly! I can't wait to come back. Luckily, there was no line. I recommend coming early. When are you going?
Came here on a Friday night around 7pm and waited close to an hour in line! Didn't mind it but something to be mindful of if you don't want to wait a while. I tried the Baby vanilla with heath toffee and strawberries which comes with two toppings and was $5.50. My sister tried strawberry with cheesecake bites & rainbow sprinkles. Both were delicious! There is seating indoors & outdoors. Parking is very easy. Would definitely come back if I am in the area + maybe try earlier in the day in case the wait is shorter.
This spot was a hit! We came at around 9:30pm on a Saturday night... don't underestimate the lines! It was so packed it took us about 40 min to finally get inside and place an order. The person taking my order was really nice, but he gave me a flavor I didn't ask for. It's okay though, I still enjoyed the froyo. I got vanilla and salted caramel, with the surprise of orange added in to my cup. All three flavors were great! I added cheesecake bites as my topping and it worked really well with the flavor combo. I'd definitely come back if I'm ever in the area.
I love Yogurt Mill!! This is my favorite froyo ever. It's thick and creamy yet not overly fatty or rich. They don't skimp on the toppings either. Print out coupons online before coming!! The coupons are a great deal and basically a BOGO. My favorites are the tart flavors since I like when frozen yogurt has some tartness to it. You can try samples before ordering. I usually go on weekdays and there would only be two or three groups ahead of me. Though once I came on a weekend and the line was wrapped around the building next door. It took ~40 minutes to get to the front. Personally, I won't be back again on a weekend evening. There is lots of parking in this strip mall. Parking has never been an issue for me near El Cajon.
This place is all the hype on TikTok. It's known for having really affordable and huge quantity froyo. They changed their menu daily, so check their Instagram as they upload it before opening time. You basically choose your size and your flavors and then your toppings. For most of the sizes you can mix flavors but all the toppings are normally additional cost per each one that you add. I did a lot of research ahead of time and I actually printed out a coupon which is basically a buy one get one free, but it has to be printed and handed over. $8.50 bought me a whole lot of yogurt that I was able to spread it out within 2 to 3 days worth. I liked the combination of more of the tart flavors so I got the coconut and red raspberry in one and then the banana cream pie and coconut in the other. Even though it's a small size it's actually humongous and can literally feed 2 to 3 people if you want it to. just look for the big mill it'll be easy and tall to spot. When I went, there wasn't really a line but I'm sure when lines are long. This could take a while since there's only 3 to 4 workers and everybody's sampling everything and customizing it and doing add-ons so pack your patience. if you want to be in the AC, there's a couple of seats inside and a few seats outside as well. It is definitely out of the way from Central San Diego but if you have time to do a little day trip, I think it is worth it for the price, quality, and quantity. CASH ONLY SO BE PREPARED!
The long line means go ahead and treat yourself to a big one! We went on a Sunday around 3:00pm, over a holiday weekend with a cool Free Toppings deal for Veterans & Active Duty Military. We waited about 45 minutes but we can assume it's probably less crowded during the week. As first time visitors, it takes so long because the staff is really nice and they let you try samples of their rotating daily flavors before you decide. I opted for a basic mix of vanilla & chocolate in the Junior size, with sprinkles and Reese's PB cup crumbs. Super awesome that they fill 3 layers of the toppings so you get a little something each time. It does freeze pretty well so if you don't eat it all it can last you a few days. A little bit of parking out front in the shopping area. No shade while you wait but others brought umbrellas. Lots of seats inside too. There was a bathroom but it was located in their staff area and you needed to be let in.
The line is LONG, so be prepared. We waited about it an hour so do know it's a busy spot even on a Monday. The yogurt was good, they let you sample the flavors that is nice. The toppings are where it is at. My friend and J got a baby which was plenty for the two of us. Would go again if the line wasn't out the door around the corner. Also bring cash!!
Came here on a Thursday night and there was a steady line out the door! Right from the get go you can see the portion sizes are MASSIVE!!! Definitely a great value for how much frozen yogurt you get. This place is CASH ONLY, and the prices are incredibly good. I opted for a BABY which was $5.50 and it was definitely more than enough for one person. I chose the Vanilla Cream which is lactose-free (I love that they have this option) with strawberries and cheesecake bites. The toppings are just added on top, I dug around wishing it was mixed inside like what they do at Cold Stones but it's all good. For the value proposition, I can't complain. The workers were quick and friendly! They were willing to answer any questions! Highly recommend this place if you're ever in El Cajon!
I stopped by this place after a friend suggested it for dessert. The portions are generous and is great for saving it for later. My froyo froze pretty good but didn't have the right consistency when you first get it. The froyo was nice and creamy and the strawberry one was my favorite! I don't think it was worth the line though in my opinion.
Stopped here with a couple of friends after seeing this place on social media. The line is INSANE to get your froyo (I think we waited close to an hour and a half). Once we got inside, staff was phenomenal. Very friendly, vibrant, and makes small talk with guests to provide a pleasant experience. The froyo here is good, the topping choices are great, and they give you a massive amount of froyo, but it's certainly not worth the lengthy wait in my opinion. Our group decided that, while we were happy with the experience, none of us would return and wait in line that long again for the end product.
Love that they have coupons online but make sure you print them out before you come! Their child size is HUGE and is only $8.50. It's also cash only so no tax. The yogurt is so thick and creamy. Like that they change the flavors everyday. Super flavorful and delicious! Would have given them 5 starts if not for the long line and that one of my flavors was incorrect. We waited an hour and a half on a Saturday around 7:30 pm read more
It lives up to the hype!! Truly one of the best places to go viral. I saw some tik toks and was immediately intrigued by the rave reviews and portion sizes. It really was amazing. I'm not normally a big froyo person but this was fantastic and so smooth and creamy. They also do not skimp on toppings. I wish I lived a little closer but maybe that's a good thing for my jeans. read more
The number of great reviews speaks for itself! 45min ish wait for us but that was the a hot Sunday so maybe not as bad other days. Service was friendly letting us try lots of options and the free toppings for veterans deal that day was very generous! Portion was huge and lasted a couple days like buying a gallon of ice cream lol read more
7 months ago
We tried The Yogurt Mill this past week, after seeing it on IG, and being in the area, so it was on my list to try. So glad we went, took the family. The line was a little long but moved quickly, they have four windows helping customers, service being excellent! It is CASH ONLY, and they change the flavors daily, checking on their IG page for daily updates. I tried the plain tart, with chopped almonds, it was very tart and I loved it! I only like tart flavors when it comes to yogurt, I don't care for the ice cream type flavors, but they are good. I did try the coconut flavor and it was really good. We all got the baby size which comes with a free topping, and up to three flavors to choose from. This size is more than enough, and so much cheaper than going to chain yogurt store. We were all happy with our choices, and sat inside to eat, it's small inside but has a few tables, there were five of us and we sat comfortably, while enjoying our choices. Definitely recommend if you are out that way, we were not disappointed! read more
4 months ago
Went to yogurt mill after seeing all the TikTok videos hyping it up! We were so excited and we expected a line but it was HUGE. we waited over 1.5 hours. Thank goodness we ran to try to find a restroom because turns out they only take cash, I think they should put more signs out because I'd be pretty upset if I waited this entire time for it to not have cash. When we got to the front, the ambiance was so cute and quaint the staff were extremely friendly and willing to help. Joey was super helpful in answering all our questions ! By the way, the ice cream is HUGE!!!! I had it for days! However the ice cream was just average, nothing to write home about. I probably wouldn't go back, but was a good experience ! read more
My friend dragged me out to check out this spot that was on her bucket list, so I was excited. From the beginning, there was a long line (over an hour!) on a Thursday night. The frozen yogurt itself was not impressive. There are a variety of flavors to choose from, my personal favorites I tried were the coconut, peanut butter, and coffee. The serving was generous and fairly priced. What irked me the most was the intense artificial flavors. This place would be better if not for the long wait times. Try to come when it is not as crowded as the wait is not worth it. read more
My niece has been wanting to check out this place for quite some time. She noted to me how popular the place is and they mentioned the lines can be quite long. We decided to try and go, with 1 hour before closing. I just did NOT think that it would still be busy on this night, I thought the frenzy has gone down. We pull up and there was a LONG LINE!!!!! I thought there is no way, we are going to make it to the front by the time this place closes! We waited in line patiently, time was ticking, it was getting closer and closer to closing time. We still waited, most people kept waiting. Some people left. We held on and waited and we DID GET IN!?!?!!?! They literally stayed open for almost a whole extra hour after closing time. Every single person that stood in line got served. Talk about some great customer service!! All of the staff were hustling and busting their butts the entire time. I think the one thing people love about this place, is the portions!!! They really are huge for the price. I was a bit hesitant since I don't love frozen yogurt, I prefer ice cream, but I have to say their peanut butter was super delicious. It was pretty creamy, it had a good PB flavor. There were other flavors on the menu, but by the time we ordered, they were all sold out. I ended up getting heath toffee and cheesecake bites. I didn't care for the cheesecake bites, but I did like the toffee. 4/5 My niece got a baby size strawberry with cheesecake bites and cookie dough. 4/5 I will definitely stop by again, hoping the line might not be so long. Service: 5/5!! Ambiance: 4/5 Food: 4/5 read more
Delicious yogurt in generous sizes! CASH ONLY! Print a coupon online for BOGO Free yogurt! Even without the coupon, the huge sizes and plentiful toppings are a great deal. A cone or baby size would suit a single person while a child size or larger is great for sharing (and even having leftovers to freeze). The wait can be long during peak times, like after dinner, so prepare for a wait 30 minutes+. The staff is very friendly and you can get free samples before deciding on a flavor or two. Each topping is $2.50 but you get so much of it layered throughout the yogurt, it is very worthwhile. The yogurt flavors rotate. There is indoor & outdoor seating and a spacious parking lot. read more
7 days ago
Word on the block is that this is the best frozen yogurt in all of San Diego. I actually have never heard of this place until my friend took me here. Apparently it blew up on TikTok and now the line is ridiculously long. I timed it. We waited about 1 hour on a Sunday night (8pm) just to get yogurt. Aside from the painful wait the yogurt is splendid. They have a good variety of rotating flavors and the prices are incredibly good for the size you get. We appreciated the kindness and patience of Sean. Even though they were slammed during the last hour of the business day all the employees looked genuinely happy to be there and serve everyone their amazing yogurt. I would definitely come again but the wait is kind of insane so maybe I'll come back when it's not 1 hour+ wait. read more
First tried yogurt mill back in 2008 and I can't believe it's still very popular. Well actually, I can't believe it because it's amazing and still good pricing. I will be back. Thanks Yogurt Mill for what you do for the community. read more
Tried the Yogurt Mill for the second time this summer. Didn't have to rush off like last time so I can write a review this time. My daughter heard about this place on social media and based on the line so did everyone else. Waited in line for 45-55 minutes and it was worth it. They have five regular flavors and five flavors they post daily. The sizes are huge and the toppings feel endless. The young man who helped us was very nice and went at his own pace but all of the yogurt and final product was well worth it. We tried the a junior and a large. Each variety includes four flavors if you choose and no toppings but toppings are about $1 each and you get a lot. They pack in yogurt, toppings and repeat a few times until you are left with a monster dessert. The business is cash only with a few tables inside and outside, but it is a small unique location. We drive 100 miles to try it so that's telling you a lot. Worth it! read more
Yogurt Mill is quite simply the best frozen yogurt I've ever had. It is worth the drive to El Cajon and worth the long wait. The toppings are to die for with incredible "density" so no but is without a topping. We got the peanut butter cup which had cheesecake bites and Reese's cups. This joint is cash only. Would be wonderful if they opened another location in central SD or North county so I could visit more often! read more
Yogurt Mill was soOoOoo worth it The portions are HUGE for such a reasonable price! Service was quick & super friendly, they gave great flavor recs. Their shop is shaped like an actual mill! Some, not many tables inside. We tried the strawberry, cake batter, vanilla, & dole whip All delicious & not overly sweet since it's base is yogurt?? Pls open one up in OC read more
5 months ago
2 months ago
The wait was pretty long, but we came knowing it would be (total of 1h30min on a Sunday evening). We came using BOGO coupons for 4 child sizes, and it came out to $32 (some of them had additional toppings). It is also a cash only place, so pls come prepared unlike us! They allow samples, and it was overall good but not super duper yummys enough to come back to wait another hour and a half next time. I thought it was also cute that each server had a tip cup decorated based on their personal financial goal! They kept serving the long line past 10pm closing time, so props to them. read more
it's not bad at all but personally i would give it more of a 3/5 for the yogurt itself. i ended up giving 4 stars because the staffs were super friendly and patient even with how busy it was. this place is sooo hyped up and we waited a good 40 mins in line about an hour before they closed, but thankfully the line moved pretty smoothly and i didn't have any issues. also please be aware that they are CASH ONLY. honestly there's nothing too crazy or special about the yogurt itself, but i will say their sizes are HUGE lol. you definitely get a lot for your money. they're known for putting toppings on the bottom, middle, and top of the cup which was nice because you get toppings throughout instead of just on top. overall it was still a good experience and i'm glad i finally got to see what the hype was about. i personally wouldn't wait 30-40 mins again for regular yogurt, but it was still worth trying at least once! read more
2 months ago
I kept seeing this shop on TikTok, and it's rightfully popular! I tried the chocolate yogurt with cheesecake bites. It honestly tasted like ice cream, and it was delicious! I also tried the pomegranate blueberry and dole peach. They were the perfect amount of tart and were amazing on this hot day. The pricing is insanely affordable. We got the baby size for $5.50, and it includes a topping! The employees were very kind and more than happy to get us different samples. There's quite a bit of seating, despite the place being small. I'll definitely be back when I'm in the area! read more
5 months ago
I don't get the hype around this place. We arrived about an hour and a half before closing and ended up waiting an hour in line. By that time, they had run out of all of their fruit toppings. The frozen yogurt itself was good, but nothing particularly amazing. At the end of the day, it's still just frozen yogurt. That said, the prices are fair and the portions are huge. The baby size comes with up to 3 flavors and 2 toppings for $5.50. Also, keep in mind this is a cash only establishment. Overall, it's a spot I'd come back to if I'm in the area, but personally I wouldn't wait more than 10 minutes in line for it. read more
I saw Yogurt Mill on Instagram and was mesmerized by the cute tower and comical sizes. I knew I wanted to try this place out. I had my chance on a recent weekday evening. The store is located in a strip mall and the line snaked across the parking lot. Despite the long lines, parking was easy to find. Come with company, chat as you wait. Time will fly by! The important thing to remember is that they are CASH ONLY. They helpfully have signage pointing out an ATM next door for us cashless folk. I opted for their cookie butter flavor with caramel turtle mix-in. I also tried a bit of raspberry froyo with cheesecake bites. The raspberry was tart and fresh, and the cookie butter flavor tasted just like the TJ speculoos dip. They were nonfat and low fat respectively so it's just like eating a yogurt parfait... right...? XD Both were the baby size and they were literally the size of a pint of Haagen das. For the price you get an absurd amount. The froyo has that distinct yogurt tang, but it is so smooth and creamy like ice cream. I could only finish a quarter and had to take the rest home, but you best believe I will be continuing to enjoy it for the next few days. Yogurt mill is a bit out of the way for me, but it is such a nice treat if I end up in El Cajon. The price, quality, and value are INCREDIBLE. If anyone from Yogurt mill sees this, please, please do a honey greek froyo, that is my FAVORITE froyo flavor! read more
7 months ago
overall a pretty good yogurt place. we went in the afternoon so were able to order right away. this place offers bogo coupons but you have to bring in the physical copy. also they only accept cash. we liked how much the pack the yogurt and toppings into the cup. the amount of yogurt you get is a substantial amount for the price. also these hold up pretty well in the freezer if you bring them home. though not sure if i would wait in the long lines that we were seeing online for the yogurt. there is limited seating inside. but they definitely blast the ac so your yogurt stays nice and cold! read more
2 months ago
Ive been to the yogurt mill a few times. Theres always a wait (around 45 minutes) but totally worth it in my opinion. They change their flavors every day and you can check their instagram to see them! Texture and flavor is amazing. My favorite toping is bananas with cheesecake bites. Flavor peanut butter and vanilla read more
7 months ago
Huge portions and great coupons! Got the two "child" sizes for 8.99, and the line moved quick. Went at 6PM to avoid the long lines at night and got toppings. Would not recommend the gummy worms because they get hard from the cold froyo. Also was not a big fan of the coconut. Would come again! read more
Huge portion size! I got the baby size yogurt, and it was more than enough! The peanut butter flavor yogurt was my favorite, and it was a nice, cool treat for a hot day. Super friendly staff, and I came at a good time because it was super quick service! Right after I got my yogurt, I saw the line get really long, but it seemed to go by quickly. Small place with not much seating inside, but most people eat quickly and leave. read more
3 months ago
They have lots of flavors and toppings and the servings are generous. We went during an off time and there wasn't a line. Bring cash! read more
8 months ago
Came here last night from some froyo and left a little disappointed. I got the coconut and strawberry flavors but was sadden by my choices. The strawberry tasted artificial and fake :( the coconut on the other hand was pretty good! I wished I would have gotten just coconut but at least now I know . read more
1 month ago
i personally, think yogurt mill is a little overhyped. i feel like there isn't a ton to do on the east side of san diego, so this has become one of the main things the area is known for after going viral. i've been here a few times because friends who visit always want to try it, and while i can see why people like it, it's just not my personal favorite. i prefer frozen yogurt that has more of a sweet, yogurt flavor, whereas this tastes more like literal frozen yogurt to me. my boyfriend likes it and thinks the flavor combinations are really good, so i think this is definitely one of those places that comes down to personal preference. another thing that makes it difficult for me is that the flavors rotate every day. i've been wanting to try their pumpkin flavor, but it seems like they only have it once or twice a week. they announce the flavors on instagram the day of, so you pretty much have to check their page that day to know what they're serving. that makes it hard to actually plan a trip around a specific flavor, especially if you're someone who doesn't have time to check instagram every day. it's also cash only, and the line can be LONG. every time i've gone, it's been around 30 minutes or more depending on how popular the flavor that day is. definitely be prepared to wait. one thing i will say is that the portions are huge, so it can be pretty affordable if you're sharing one with multiple people. they also have coupons where you can get a buy-one-get-one-free deal if you print it beforehand. the size listed on the coupon was way too big for us, but one of the girls working there was nice enough to let us use the buy-one-get-one deal on the smaller size, which i really appreciated! overall, i wouldn't personally go out of my way to come here, but i can understand why people love it. if you happen to go on a day when they have flavors you really like, i can definitely see the appeal especially because of the huge portions and the flavor combinations. just not enough for me to wait 30+ minutes and plan my day around it. also it's less enjoyable when you go with your friends on a day where you don't like any flavors so you don't get anything but they do. read more
3 months ago
TL;DR: An iconic El Cajon spot with a massive fanbase, massive portion sizes, and free-flowing samples. The frozen yogurt is super refreshing on a hot day, but between the 40-minute line in the sun, cash-only policy, and rotating menu, it might not be worth a long drive if you're picky about flavors. We made the trip all the way out to El Cajon to try this super popular spot. We arrived around 2 PM on a Saturday, and the line was already wrapping around the building. There isn't much shade outside, so if you go on a summer afternoon, definitely bring an umbrella or prepare to bake in the sun for a bit. Getting inside to the air conditioning felt like a reward in itself after waiting about 30 to 40 minutes in line. Parking in their lot is somewhat limited, so definitely keep that in mind if you visit during peak hours. Also, a big heads-up: this place is CASH ONLY, so make sure you bring cash with you. Once you get inside, they have about four ordering windows, a couple of small tables, and tap water available with ice if you need to hydrate. The staff member who helped us was polite and kept the line moving quickly. They have a rotating menu with different daily flavors and a tons of topping options. They are super generous with samples and let you try as many as you want before deciding. We both opted for the baby size. The larger sizes are huge (which is awesome if you have a big appetite!), but we knew we couldn't finish them. Another perk of the baby size is that it includes one free topping, whereas toppings for the larger sizes cost an extra $2.50 for each additional topping. The yogurt itself was pretty delicious and refreshing, especially after standing out in the heat. Overall, Yogurt Mill is clearly a local icon with a fun atmosphere. The yogurt is great, but unless they happen to be spinning the exact flavors you're craving that day, it might not be worth a 30-plus minute drive just to wait in a massive line read more
8 months ago
Long line and I mean long. We waited about an hour and a half because everyone says this is the best frozen yogurt in San Diego. I'll give them their flowers though, the yogurt was actually really good. Great texture and really tasty. The portion sizes were impressive for the price too. Toppings aren't free ($2.50 for two), but they're generous with them. Overall, great price and portions. Just not sure I'd wait an hour and a half again. read more
1 year ago
For the prices, you get extremely big portions here! Don't be discouraged by the long lines either... the wait goes by fast. The staff are lovely as well. Keep in mind that they are a cash only business. It is a very fast paced environment here- most people take their yogurt to go because there is not much seating. They also offer online coupons but you have to print them in order for them to accept them for some reason. read more
The Yogurt Mill is always worth the wait even when the line is long. The frozen yogurt flavors are so good and there are tons of toppings to choose from. Portions are generous and the service is always friendly and quick once you get to the window. A local favorite for sure. Just remember it's cash only! read more
7 months ago
you know, you know -- Yogurt Mill is hands down the best frozen yogurt around. Yeah, it's cash only... but trust me, it's 100% worth it. The yogurt is insanely smooth, perfectly tangy, and somehow hits that perfect balance of refreshing and rich every single time. No gimmicks needed -- just consistently amazing froyo that keeps you coming back. The portions are generous, the prices are great, and the vibe is simple and classic. It's one of those spots that hasn't changed because it doesn't need to. Bring cash, come hungry, and thank me later. read more
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935 Broadway
El Cajon, CA 92021
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Do they have any sugar free flavors?
Yes, they usually have 1 flavor daily that is sugar free and nonfat!
Do they have gluten free yogurt?
The flavors are clearly labeled with dietary restrictions including gluten free and dairy free options. There's something for everyone!
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