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Brioche Soft Serve

A shop that serves a buttery brioche and a cold soft serve without making you choose between a bakery and a dessert stand.

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Updated May 2026
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Ice cream shop offers unique vanilla soft serve and artisanal frozen treats with a Euro-style twist. Bright space features trippy artwork and maintains a clean, chill atmosphere. Locally owned spot balances sweet and salty flavors with environmentally conscious packaging.

Warm, crispy brioche buns hold soft serve ice cream with fillings like banana and dulce de leche. Each bun is dusted with powdered sugar for a sweet finish.

Soft serve features vanilla bean specks and a smooth custard-like texture. The Luv Buns combine warm, crispy brioche with soft serve, banana, dulce de leche, and magic shell for a unique twist.

People are saying

"I found the coffee here to be amazing and super tasty."

"The warm brioche bun with ice cream is a delightful twist."

"The vanilla soft serve in a warm brioche bun is amazing."

Good to know

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The menu offers a variety of coffees, teas, sundaes, shakes, and build-your-own bowls.

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Prices for ice cream are on the higher side but considered worth it by many.

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The shop maintains a high standard of cleanliness throughout the space.

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Dear Donuts image 1

Bakery with freshly made donuts and a cute, Instagrammable interior featuring a doodle wall and appealing lighting. Atmosphere feels warm and cozy, inviting people to relax and enjoy. Offers board games and kawaii merchandise, creating a lively and welcoming environment.

Soft, fluffy brioche donuts come filled with light, creamy custard that is not too sweet. These handcrafted treats stay fresh and avoid greasiness common in other donuts.

Soft serve here comes in unique flavors like ube, pandan, matcha, and pineapple. It feels light and refreshing, similar to Italian ice but smoother, with options like mochi and ube boba adding texture.

People are saying

"I thought the donuts were light, tasty, and clearly made fresh."

"These brioche donuts are soft, fluffy, and filled with delicious cream."

"I really liked the ube soft serve."

Good to know

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Every Sunday, they offer a special monthly seasonal savory donut.

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Call ahead to check if your desired donuts are available.

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Arrive early to get the best selection of donuts.

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Donut shop

Small shop offers colorful mochi donuts and Asian-inspired soft serve in a clean, trendy space with limited seating mostly for quick visits. Atmosphere feels cute and upbeat with a warm, homemade vibe. Facade is understated, blending into a small-town style setting.

Brioche donuts come with light, airy cream that is not overly sweet. Flavors include double chocolate, matcha, tiramisu, and Nutella, offering a delectable, perfectly flavored treat.

Soft serve here is light and creamy with an Asian-inspired twist. It pairs well with unique donuts like the lavender mochi, creating a satisfying sweet combo.

People are saying

"These donuts are so tasty and chewy, I had no regrets."

"The brioche donuts are light, airy, and not overly sweet."

"The mochi donuts are soft, flavorful, and not overly sweet."

Good to know

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The breakfast waffle donut is only available between 8AM - 2PM.

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Mochi donuts cost $3.75 and larger donuts cost $5.

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Bear Donut does not have seating inside.

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Small bakery with tight indoor space and a crowded, lively atmosphere. Back garden offers quiet outdoor seating with flowers and Wi-Fi, providing a contrast to the busy interior. Known for innovative pastries and a warm, welcoming vibe.

Soft, fluffy brioche appears in sandwiches and pastries. The Magic Soufflรฉ features a tender brioche shell with a molten chocolate center. Small tastings of brioche are offered while waiting.

Watermelon soft serve offers a refreshing and creative twist, especially the seasonal What-a-melon flavor. It serves as a fun, tasty treat on hot days.

People are saying

"The DKA, a caramelized croissant pastry, was incredible."

"The brioche's layered pastry is fluffy with a delicate sugar sprinkle."

"I tried the watermelon soft serve; it was a fun, tasty treat."

Good to know

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Get to the bakery before 10am to avoid a long line.

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Each month, a new flavor of the Cronutยฎ is unveiled, drawing eager crowds.

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You can't find any cronuts after 1 PM.

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Donut shop offers fresh, specialty donuts with standout options like brown butter glaze and lavender flavor. Space feels unfinished and sterile, arranged for quick service without seating. Prices are on the higher side, and selection can be limited or sell out quickly.

Brioche doughnuts here have a light, fluffy texture that feels less doughy than typical raised doughnuts. The dough is flavorful with a unique twist, especially in the brown butter brioche donut.

Brown butter stands out as a distinctive soft serve flavor here. The soft serve often comes served between donut halves, adding a unique twist to the experience.

People are saying

"These donuts are unbelievably light and fluffy."

"The brioche doughnuts are light, fluffy, and delicious."

"The brown butter soft serve is an absolute must-try."

Good to know

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They allow you to order ahead and have a counter for pickup.

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Get there early because supplies can be limited.

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The prices range from $2.25 to $4 for donuts.

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Cafe W & Bakery / Dessert image 1

Two-story bakery offers spacious seating with an outdoor terrace and loft-style ceilings. Loud music and intermittent internet create a lively but sometimes distracting atmosphere. Unique breads like onigiri-style croissants stand out among fresh, soft baked goods.

Soft and fluffy inside with beautiful layers defines the Laminated Coffee Brioche. Variations include the autumn brioche feuilletee and sweet red bean bread, plus a flaky but mild Coffee Brioche Feuilletรฉe.

Soft serve stands out with black sesame and vanilla flavors. It ranks among the better soft serves available here.

People are saying

"The croissants here are flaky, buttery, and perfectly crisp."

"The black sesame soft serve here is amazing."

"You have to try the onigiri croissant; it's crispy and flaky."

Good to know

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There is 2 hour parking in front for customers, but it is very limited.

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Finding parking is unlikely as all of the spots were occupied during my visit.

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The prices can be expensive, with a small cake and 6 breads costing about $52.

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Small bakery blends classic French techniques with Asian fusion flavors in a modern, bright space featuring eclectic art like a giant toast sculpture. Crowds create a bustling, hot atmosphere with limited seating that discourages lingering. Free coffee and playful decor add to the lively, inventive vibe.

Laminated chocolate brioche comes with dark chocolate ganache and soft marshmallow, creating a rich, layered texture. The brioche is light and crispy, balancing the creamy fillings well.

Soft serve features Hokkaido milk and a French butter dip with sea salt. The butter flavor stands out, especially in the salted butter crust version.

People are saying

"These pastries are so creative and innovative."

"You have to try the butter vanilla soft serve; it's a must-try."

"The kurobuta hot dog spiral brioche was amazing."

Good to know

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Expect long lines on weekends, but they move quickly.

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The bakery runs out of ice cream by 3pm, so arrive early.

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Prices are high, with a small loaf costing over $20.

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Hamburger restaurant

Small, clean hamburger restaurant with comfortable seating and indoor and outdoor options. Atmosphere feels family oriented and low key, often accompanied by 90s rap or 70s music. TVs show sports, creating a relaxed vibe for ordering and unwinding.

Brioche buns here are soft but sometimes have a tough skin that makes them chewy. They hold up well with juicy patties and fresh toppings, adding a notable texture to the burger.

Soft serve here has a richer texture than usual, leaning toward a whipped cream feel. The frozen custard style is creamy and dense, especially with the chocolate dip.

People are saying

"I thought the burgers here were top tier and very good."

"The brioche bun was surprisingly my favorite part of the burger."

"I thought the soft serve was probably the best I've had."

Good to know

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Louie's Original adds an automatic 21.5% gratuity to all orders.

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Parking is ample and free on the street nearby.

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The restaurant has a small, delivery-friendly menu focused on burgers.

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