Vincent Hsiao

Strawberry ice cream from Gelato Di Riso.

Clementine’s: I picked up a scoop of gooey butter ice cream from a small to-go window. The building had a cozy outdoor seating area with heaters, perfect for a chilly day. They offered a variety of flavors, including vegan options and unique ones like naughty, which was alcoholic, and nice, which was non-alcoholic. The best part was the quick service; I got my ice cream right away. It was filled with small chunks of gooey butter, which added great flavor to each bite. The presentation might not have been fancy, but the taste more than made up for it.

Gelato Di Riso: The parlor had a welcoming atmosphere, with a display of colorful ice cream flavors upfront. Trying out the raspberry gelato was a pleasant surprise. Its smooth and velvety texture stood out compared to typical airy ice creams. The flavors were rich and satisfying, especially the concentrated raspberry taste. What impressed me most was the diverse range of unique flavors that they offered. Overall, it was a cozy and delightful experience that I would recommend to anyone in search of a tasty treat.

Oberweis: The dessert was an exceptional treat for my taste buds. The interplay of textures was a delightful surprise, as the crunchy nuts perfectly complemented the creaminess of the ice cream. However, the ice cream was a bit too soft, probably due to the hot fudge that was poured on it. Although the service was a little slow, the dessert was definitely worth the wait. The ambiance of the establishment was impeccable, with its clean and bright atmosphere.

Froyo: Upon walking into the glorious frozen yogurt shop, you are immediately met with hundreds of thousands of different possibilities of frozen yogurt combinations. Starting with over 12 options of seasonal yogurt flavors FROYO has everything. The self-serve style of the treat allows you to mix and match as many flavors as you wish, and create new concoctions every visit. FROYO brings frozen yogurt to a new level and adds a certain elevation to the commonly simple treat, that you can’t find anywhere else. 

Baskin’ Robins: When you first walk into the store and hear the chime of the bell ringing, you are imminently hit with a gracious hello from the entire staff followed by the strong smell of delight coming from the wide array of ice cream. With choices of the entire rainbow, there is a flavor for everyone, and you won’t be disappointed. Getting unlimited samples and the possibility to indulge in any flavor, when it comes time to pick a cup or cone, you won’t be disappointed with your choice in flavor. The hospitality and amazing flavor of the cream makes Baskin-Robins a timeless classic.