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Vanilla ice cream

You know exactly what good vanilla ice cream tastes like and you are tired of settling for anything less.

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Updated May 2026
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Bright, welcoming vibes create a great energy for dessert lovers. Vanilla ice cream offers a smooth texture and balanced sweetness. Outdoor seating helps balance indoor scents, making it a fresh spot for high-quality treats.

Vanilla ice cream here has a smooth texture and pairs well with the Dubai strawberry cup. The cone version stands out for its balanced sweetness.

People are saying

"The Dubai chocolate strawberries were so fresh and delicious."

"I loved their amazing, fresh, and flavorful crepes."

"I found the vanilla ice cream to be very good."

Good to know

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Juice Time offers a large variety of menu items, including smoothies and desserts.

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The prices are affordable, making it a budget-friendly option.

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Juice Time is open late, perfect for night owls.

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Dessert shop

Modern, cozy space with ambient lighting and fun artwork invites relaxed hangouts. French vanilla ice cream is perfectly creamy, pairing well with rich desserts topped with Ferrero Rocher and pistachios. Comfortable seating and outdoor options enhance the welcoming vibe.

French vanilla ice cream comes perfectly creamy and pairs well with rich desserts like a deep dish cookie or a hot brownie. It appears alongside toppings like Ferrero Rocher, pistachios, wafers, and Biscoff, adding texture and flavor.

People are saying

"The desserts here are delicious and the staff is so friendly."

"These waffles are perfectly crispy and fluffy."

"The vanilla ice cream here is so inviting and the staff are friendly."

Good to know

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The store is open late, making it a great late-night dessert spot.

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Unlimited toppings are available, excluding premium options.

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Everything on the menu is 100% halal.

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Dessert shop

Modern Mediterranean design blends with intricate patterns and warm lighting to create a cozy, vibrant space. Vanilla ice cream shines alongside baklava and espresso, offering a perfect balance of flavors. Upstairs seating provides a scenic spot to relax and enjoy desserts.

Vanilla ice cream pairs well with desserts like baklava and Knafeh, balancing sweetness nicely. It also complements an espresso for a rich flavor mix.

People are saying

"The pistachio ice cream tastes like real pistachios."

"The pistachio knafeh is perfectly crispy, gooey, and loaded with flavor."

"You have to try the Knafeh with vanilla ice cream."

Good to know

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The price for three ice creams and one tiny baklava is $40.

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The price for a small cup of ice cream is $7.

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Parking is limited in the area around the dessert shop.

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Dessert shop

Small dessert shop serves warm, thick cookies with generous vanilla ice cream scoops. Cozy, clean space invites late-night visits. Freshness and quality ingredients make it a top spot for sweet treats.

Cookies come with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream. The vanilla pairs well with the ChipZookie and the circus animal chip Chipzookie.

People are saying

"I thought the cookies were delicious and larger than I expected."

"My youngest loved this place; the cookies are fantastic."

"The vanilla ice cream is thick, soft, and chewy."

Good to know

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You can add toppings to your cookie for customization.

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Theyโ€™re open late, perfect for late-night cravings.

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The cookies are priced similarly to Crumbl's.

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Creperie offers a lively street-side vibe with no indoor seating, perfect for casual hangouts. Vanilla ice cream shines as a creamy base in desserts, paired with fresh fruit and custard. Fans enjoy watching crepes made fresh and snapping pics by Instagram-friendly walls.

Vanilla ice cream appears as a base in many desserts, often paired with crรจme brรปlรฉe custard and fruit like mango or apple cinnamon. It adds a refreshing and creamy contrast to sweet, rich fillings.

People are saying

"These crepes are delicious, with a nice balance of sweet and salty."

"The crรจme brรปlรฉe crepe has an exciting cracking crust."

"The vanilla ice cream with crรจme brรปlรฉe topping is heavenly."

Good to know

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There's no seating available at Millet Crepe Sawtelle.

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Parking can be a nightmare, so consider walking or taking an Uber.

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Expect wait times of up to 15 minutes during busy hours.

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Dessert restaurant

Small dessert spot offers unique crepe service with cozy, lively atmosphere. Vanilla ice cream comes as a complimentary scoop that pairs perfectly with crรจme brรปlรฉe and fresh strawberries. Indoor and outdoor seating handle occasional crowding well.

Vanilla ice cream comes as a complimentary scoop with many desserts like crepes and tiramisu. It pairs well with crรจme brรปlรฉe, custard, and fresh strawberries, adding a creamy balance to sweet dishes.

People are saying

"The crรจme brรปlรฉe crepe's caramelized top and creamy custard are amazing."

"These crepes are so unique, with a perfectly thin and crispy texture."

"The vanilla ice cream added to the crepe was surprisingly good."

Good to know

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This location does not accept cash; only cards and Apple Pay are accepted.

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The place gets packed quickly due to its popularity and has limited seating.

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Parking is difficult; consider using Japanese Market Plaza or street parking.

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Shave ice shop offers a snow-like ice texture and a lively, family-oriented vibe with a wall of personal photos. Vanilla ice cream pairs well with POG and Ube flavors and complements shaved ice topped with blueberry and strawberry. Space feels like a mini island getaway but can be noisy with children.

Vanilla ice cream serves as a base for various flavors like POG and Ube. It also pairs with shaved ice and fruit flavors such as blueberry and strawberry, often combined with cheesecake cream.

People are saying

"The ice cream staff are so friendly and patient."

"I found the mochi topping made the treat so much better."

"The wait for Vanilla Ice Cream can take a while."

Good to know

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The wait time can exceed 50 minutes during peak hours on weekends.

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Indoor seating is limited, making it hard for large groups to find space.

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Prices for shave ice start at over $10, which is higher than average.

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Small tea house offers a cozy minimalist interior and a warm, calming atmosphere. Creamy, deeply flavored matcha soft serve shines alongside vanilla ice cream in parfaits and as a topping. Unique pairings include brown sugar boba and taiyaki in a cup.

Vanilla ice cream appears in various forms, including a matcha parfait mix and as a topping in Too Good to Go bags. It pairs with items like brown sugar boba and taiyaki in a cup.

People are saying

"The matcha soft serve is creamy with a strong, grassy flavor."

"The Shiratama Mochi balls were super chewy and delicious."

"I enjoyed the mix of matcha and vanilla ice cream."

Good to know

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Expect long wait times after 2pm; visit in the morning for shorter waits.

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They offer a rewards program with $2 ice cream on Tuesdays.

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Street parking is available, but the area can be busy.

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Ice cream shop

Small ice cream shop offers nostalgic 70's vibe and a large selection including Italian ice and cyclones. Vanilla ice cream ranges from rich to watered down but pairs well when swirled with Italian Ice. Atmosphere feels classic but needs renovation.

Vanilla ice cream here varies from authentic and rich to somewhat watered down. It pairs well with Italian Ice, especially when swirled together.

People are saying

"I thought the ice cream here was delicious and rich."

"The soft serve here is delicious."

"The vanilla ice cream here is so authentic and rich."

Good to know

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J's Ice Cream Parlor offers a large selection of ice cream, including sundaes and parfaits.

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Ice cream prices are reasonable, with two medium-sized servings costing around $13.

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The shop is a classic Mom & Pop establishment known for its Italian ice cream.

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Dessert shop

Cozy dessert shop shines with soft serve vanilla that tastes rich and real. Bright, airy vibe pairs well with modern design and a cassette tape wall. Weekend bunny visits add a fun, unique touch to the trendy atmosphere.

Soft serve vanilla ice cream here tastes like good vanilla, not just milk. It offers a simple, traditional flavor without the watery feel of frozen yogurt.

People are saying

"The ice cream here is beautifully presented with artistic toppings."

"The dairy-free soft serve is so creamy and visually appealing."

"The vanilla ice cream is creamy, delicious, and not too sweet."

Good to know

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Meter parking is available, free after 7pm.

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Cassetta is pet-friendly.

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All toppings cost $1.00 or more.

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