We met the owner of this "ice cream" shop. Annie is the namesake of the shop. It's really a gelato…read moreshop! According to sweet Annie, the gelato shop has been open for one year and three months. I wanted to try the bubble waffle. Just plain please. It was cold outside. $8 for a large sized freshly made bubble waffle. Yummy. One of my daughters wanted to try the gelato. One scoop of the seasonal peppermint gelato and one scoop of the lemon cake. $7 for two generous scoops of homemade gelato. The gelato was gone in a flash! I managed to get a very small taste of the gelato : o. Annie was very nice and offered samples of the gelato. She explained that colors of the gelato are made using natural ingredients. Come on over for a nice treat after a meal or a snack. Small tables and chairs inside. Well lit establishment. Clean and friendly place! Support local.

Atmosphere A cute little gelato shop tucked right next to…read moreone of my favorite dumpling spots. It's definitely on the smaller side, but they have a decent variety of flavors to choose from. What I Got Small cup with Oreo and Ferrero Rocher gelato The Experience Service was super friendly, and the Ferrero Rocher flavor was tasty. Overall, it wasn't anything too memorable, but it was a solid cup of gelato. I did notice that extras like a cookie topper cost extra, and the milkshakes were priced at $15, which felt a little steep. Final Thoughts I'd probably stop by again if a friend wanted to try it. The service was good and the gelato was solid, so it makes for an easy sweet treat spot.

Very refreshing and delicious Gelato. I tried the salted caramel and it had the perfect amount of…read moresweetness and saltiness, and creamy as well. Look forward to returning to try out their other flavors.

2 stars because they close so early. Love their gelato,just can't come bye during their hours :(read more

Amazing! They have…read moresuch unique flavors. There were many to choose from, and I'm so glad I overheard the other customers ahead of us saying that the vanilla salted almond toffee flavor was what they are known for. We ended up getting that flavor as one of our two. For our second flavor of two scoops, we ended up getting the marshmallow neapolitan. -Vanilla salted almond toffee: I can see what the other customers meant for "this is what they're known for." I love that the almond is candied/carmelized with toffee. It gives it a roasty flavor, which gives the flavor so much depth. The almond also gives a bit of crunch/texture, which makes this flavor so unique. -Marshmallow neapolitan: I'm not typically someone who likes marshmallows or goes for neapolitan, as I don't like super sweet and I don't like mixing flavors. You can definitely taste all 3 flavors--vanilla, chocolate, strawberry. The marshmallow doesn't make the ice cream as sweet as I would have thought, it really just adds the marshmallow texture. The ice cream is very thick and creamy. It doesn't melt too fast to meld all the flavors together (which I don't really like), and I really appreciate that the ice cream holds together so well! The gentleman helping us was very patient in letting us try several flavors. The shop had a more old time feel. There is a bench to sit on to eat for a bit, but no tables. Overall, I would totally come back to try their unique flavors!

My best friend and I were craving ice cream and this was her first time at Lottie's Creamery. We…read moresampled several mouth watering flavors and both decided on the dark chocolate and she kept raving about how creamy and smooth their ice cream is! The staff are kind and patient, and I appreciate their organized system of moving the customer over to the checkout counter to make room for customers to sample, ask questions from the staff, and more where the ice cream, wall menu, and entrance are located. The small seating bench area by the window gives a feel of many old school creameries I have fond memories of when I was a kid. The line that I've seen out the door many times here is a testimony to Lottie's Creamery's popularity and top of the line ice cream and desserts!

Came in with the fam after a warm day to try their gelato. We got the ube and cotton candy for…read more(small size) and it fed all three of us very well. The flavor of the ube is really good. Good as in an Asian guy saying that it's not that sweet but lots of ube flavor good! The cotton candy had a good taste of cotton candy with a little spice kick at the end. Both totally enjoyable! Service is fast and friendly. The owners saw us with kids and they offered an extra cookie for the little ones. Totally family friendly! The space is open with tables and a couch in the corner. It is 100% worth it to come by here and try their gelato. They have other options as well such as the strawberries with Dubai chocolate but that will have to be for another day!

Near downtown Concord one weekday afternoon my wife had an ice cream craving - that's how we ended…read moreup at Milano Gelato. First time, and a while since we'd been at a gelato place, many of our favorites having closed their doors. I also was curious how it would compare to our super premium ice cream haunts. Lots of flavors! You can get two flavors in a small cup ($8.99) - my wife chose a combo of ube and espresso. I went with chocolate and salted caramel. Although not cheap, the cup was packed with a generous amount. There's a decent amount of seating - and our parking spot had one hour before it turned into a pumpkin - so we could relax and enjoy the gelato. Wow, this is the real thing! Made fresh daily, obviously with quality ingredients. My Filipino wife loves her Ube, but has a hard time finding some that meets her standards. She loved this ube gelato - continually commenting on its creaminess. Her espresso gelato had that nice coffee-infused zing. My chocolate gelato was amazing, and the salted caramel wasn't bad either. This place definitely gives that super premium ice cream a run for the money - and that's saying something. We'll be sure to return.

Who's craving ice cream in this heat wave and the warm days ahead?…read more Where: San Francisco Creamery Co. Address: 1370 Locust St, Walnut Creek Website: San Francisco Creamery Co. Hours: TUE-THURS & SUN: 12-9 PM FRI-SAT: 12-10 PM What I love about this place:* Classic old-fashioned ice cream parlor vibes* Rich, quality ice cream made the traditional way* Generous portions with tons of flavors and variety* They also serve hot food, making it great for lunch, dinner, or dessert* Fun, relaxing atmosphere that's perfect for family and friends. Service: Excellent and accommodating. A sweet spot to cool down, unwind, and enjoy a little treat on a hot day!

I've come here once before but it's been such a long time! My boyfriend and I came to have some…read moredessert after our dinner and we chose to sit down and eat! They have 2 lines. One for to go orders and another for their typical indoor seating. Their menu is extensive! Had we not already been full we probably would've ordered some French fries or some other snacks on the side! The ambiance is great, lots of family's and couples enjoying ice cream and their meals. There's TVs inside showing sport tournaments and things like that too. It's not too loud inside either! It's really nice. They give you the option of sitting at a booth or a regular table, of course my preferred option is always booth! The ice cream was delicious! We got a triple sundae and customized the flavors of the ice cream rather than the original vanilla strawberry chocolate. It was so good! Everything tasted so delicious, each flavor of ice cream was super creamy and chewy, and all the glass and silver wear were clean too which is super important to me! Absolutely delicious! I really enjoyed ending our evening here and we will definitely be back. I love ice cream and this place can't do any wrong! If you love ice cream, you'll love it here too!

I have been here twice so far. The first time we hosted a large gathering in the private room, and…read morethe entire experience was outstanding. Chef Hassan created a customized menu for our group, and every dish was beautifully prepared. I ordered the Beef Wellington, well, because there was absolutely no reason not to when that's on the menu! HA! It was incredible. The flaky dough wrapped around that filet mignon, ooh, amazing. It sat on creamy potatoes and veggies of some sort (it's been a minute, I can't recall the exact option). The private room was nicely lit, there were some candles and flowers across the table as well as wall decor. The server and busser took a little to get things rolling, but eventually things were moving along. We also had a few children in our party, and the staff was wonderful accommodating, which made the evening even more enjoyable. We were so impressed that we came back a second time - just my lady, my 6-month-old daughter, and myself - and it was on a busy Saturday night when you typically need reservations. We were lucky enough that Onur (manager) welcomed us with no hesitation and have us a little space to relax with our daughter and enjoy a wonderful dinner. We ordered the Appetizer for Two, which includes: Bruschetta, Caprese, Prosciutto Melone, & Beet Salad - a perfect amount for the two of us. Then we each got the Beef Wellington. Again, never a disappointment. YOU MUST TRY IT! To finish the night I had a latte and we shared a salted caramel gelato. Absolutely delightful. If you haven't tried La Fontaine, I highly recommend giving them a try. The weekends are busy, so if you're able to step out on a week night, do it. Ask for Onur the manager and he'll take care of you. Enjoy

It was just me 'n' Mumsy this year so I suggested we go out for Thanksgiving lunch…read more The host was so gracious and our server, Dennys, was attentive and charming! Everyone else was lovely too, TBH. The food? Oh yeah! I had the octopus appetizer from the regular menu which was melt in your mouth deliciousness with a fava (or broad bean?) base - in different circumstances, I would have wiped the plate clean with a piece of bread French country style! I had the lobster ravioli special, which was both decadent and delicate - the taste of the lobster wasn't overwhelmed by the light creamy sauce, and the pasta was the perfect bite. Mumsy had the turkey cordon bleu special which both satisfied turkey tradition without the (alleged) tryptophan coma! Too stuffed for dessert (but that's okay as we aren't really "sweet" people!). Mind you the chocolate wotnot looked very tempting... I am very thankful for everyone who worked today - it was the most relaxing Thanksgiving we've had in a long time and I am grateful that you made it possible. As Arnie says, "I'll be back!"

It's been awhile, I love coming back. The desserts alone are magnificent. They make their tiramisu…read moreso it was tough choosing a different dessert. The pistachio pastry we got did not disappoint. It was delish. We ordered a latte and their Havana latte was recommended. I loved the Havana latte, one of the best lattes I've had. It was flavorful but not super sweet as it has condensed milk. We ordered and paid at register both the cashier and barista were super friendly and polite. There is indoor and outdoor seating. It's a large coffee shop, also serves alcohol. I've had their espresso martinis in the past and one of my favorites. We just had wine and we were looking for a place to have dessert. There's plenty of table and booth seating.

Came here for breakfast with some friends and we thought it was OK. Their matcha was not bad, but…read morenot my favorite (was a bit grainy). My friends enjoyed a mocha drink and a Nutella latte. The caramel macchiato is also good. Overall we weren't really wowed by the pastries or food options, but my friends agreed their coffee drinks tasted good. The inside is small but cozy, making it comfortable for the cold weather.

My hangout place after I get off work. Contra Costa Coffee is the place to be at. With friendly…read moreservice and great beignet and gelato I recommend coming to Contra Costa Coffee. I wish I could still come here daily if I was still working in Walnut Creek.

Inadvertently found this gem!…read more I was in the area and saw CCC. I'm glad I did. I ordered an oatmilk latte extra hot (which they got right) and a scone. The latte was yummy and it was "extra hot" which most places get wrong. The apricot/cranberry scone was especially delicious. It wasn't overly sweet nor had a great mixture of taste (a local bakery makes the pastries so it's not made in house). The service was also great. A young lady helped me and she was friendly and answered a couple of questions that I had. The place was inviting and there were plenty of seating inside and outside. It's in a mall strip so parking was not an issue (there was a disabled parking right I front with easy access to the shop). I definite recommend this place.

Happy May! Heard…read moreabout Mr.Dewie's through seeing one of my very old childhood friends' post about their 10 year anniversary! I don't eat any dairy, so I was super interested to try when I saw that this is a cashew milk based ice cream shop. You will have to find street parking or maybe go to a nearby garage. Outside has a a few tables/chairs for you to sit and enjoy your ice cream. Service was great! We were able to taste test a lot of flavors before choosing which to get. We ended up choosing the Vietnamese coffee (limited time), cold brew coffee, fresh strawberry, and banana nut. The ice cream was delicious !! We love it sooo much! The flavors are incredibly strong . My favorite was the banana nut! Taste just like banana bread. Sooo yummy! I will definitely return and try new flavors. I heard their next flavor drop is black sesame (must try).

LOVED this spot. Don't tell anyone but I parked illegally to go get some ice cream since there was…read moreno parking to be found after driving around for 10 minutes. Well, it was worth it. The ice cream was SO good and gluten and lactose-free. I got 3 flavors and they were all excellent. My favorite was the rocky road, and I loved the chocolate sauce as well. The gentleman who works here was super nice. Felt like talking with an old, friendly neighbor I have known for a long time.

I was filled with so much nostalgia when I walked Zoonie's…read moreyesterday. This store carries classic candies from my childhood, many that I've never seen before too! Huge selection of merchandise, and the offerings are reasonably priced too. There are toys, tin lunch boxes, gelatos, homemade confections, self serve candies (sold by the lbs), individually packaged candies, and classic soda pops too! There is also an area where you can sit and watch a movie. The Wizard of OZ was being played during my visit, and you may sit in one of the three chairs while you're there! I definitely recommend this unique candy store.

Zoonie's is such a special place! A total throwback of a candy store with allll sorts of mainstream…read moreand specialty candies packed into every nook and cranny. They also have a wide selection of gelato and fudge. My kids looove stopping in a for a treat... and so do my husband and I!