Bluebird has a stand at the Microsoft's farmers market on Tuesdays so I decided to splurge on a cone this week...worth it! I had a scoop of the huckleberry in a freshly made waffle cone. SO GOOD! Great creamy texture with an amazing berry flavor. And the cone! If you can walk by their stand when they are making fresh cones and not stop, you are a stronger person than I am! The smell will get you! The gal at the stand said they have 3 locations in Seattle. Since I live on the east side I'll probably stick to the occasional cone on my lunch break at work but if you're near by it's worth a visit! read more

Cute hole in the wall with really yummy ice cream! I give this place 4/5 stars because of how expensive the ice cream is. The service was exceptional and I will definitely come back. Please give this place a try, especially if you enjoy Salt and Straw! read more

Delicious, creamy ice cream served in real dishes with real silverware? Yes, please! This shop smells heavenly... like the freshly made waffle cones they offer. The ice cream flavors are fabulous to mix and match. (Last night I had salted caramel and Theo chocolate chunk) And, the place is zero waste, offering reusable or compostable serveware. A favorite! read more

Egg-free, delicious ice cream, warm waffle cones, a seating area with a classic feel on a street that's great for walking - what could be better? Also, we love playing Battleship here! I had the Snickerdoodle flavor today and my son had Theo's Chocolate - both delicious. read more

Bluebird Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Ok where has Bluebird been my whole life?! As an avid ice cream lover, I thought I was sold on Molly Moon's forever, until I found myself with an ice cream craving an strolling through the Phinney Ridge neighborhood. I was seriously so impressed by this little boutique ice cream shop. From the cute, vintage decor, the extremely friendly service and amaze balls ice cream! I tried the snickerdoodle and peanut butter ice cream. To put it in perspective for you, the snickerdoodle was so amazing (it tasted like the milk at the bottom of a bowl of cinnamon toast crunch) I had to make another run for some Bluebird about three days later... THAT good. read more

Bluebird is the epitome of a Local Business, a business that partners with other local business to create fantastic products. I have loved all their ice creams for awhile now. Cafe Vita is my favorite, but I've never disliked any of them. I love that they use flavors from other places though. Cafe Vita, Theo, Elysian, etc. All, so, so yummy. I also love that they serve beers, and have beer floats, and serve their ice cream in coffee cups, and have yummy cafe vita coffee too. Now though, they are a brewery too! Beer AND Ice Cream? I think I just died and went to Heaven, in Phinney Ridge, none the less. I went to this location for the grand opening of their new Brewery to get a taste of their beer. They had 3 beers on tap and 3 sodas on tap, they also had "guest" beer from Elysian, and Rachel's Ginger Beer. I tried their Strong Blonde Ale, which was light, and refreshing, but still packed a punch at 7.5%. I wish I would have brought a growler! They also had a Porter and Stout, neither of which are my thing. They had Root Beer and a Cream Soda on tap too, which I would love to try sometime too. Perfect for root beer floats! I am so excited to be able to support an amazing local business, while getting to drink delicious beer, or coffee and eat the best ice cream I have ever had. read more

Man, I like the beer here as much as the ice cream! Really, two of my favorite things together in one place? In one mug if I opt for a beer float? Heck yes! Their milk stout is delicious, and quite tasty with a scoop of coffee ice cream thrown in. (Just don't let CW have a taste cuz he'll spill it all over the table and waste precious beer goodness). Cute small spot, friendly staff -- but missing a lot of the charm an quirk of it's Capitol Hill predecessor. Regardless, this place is delicious and full of all sorts of things to break your Lent promises with. If I find myself in Greenwood/Phinney anytime soon i'm sure i'll find myself back in here. read more

The ice cream here is always delicious, and I really appreciate that they have equally-tasty vegan options. There are only 2 tables, so you should plan to take it to go or sit on the sidewalk on a nice day. I always have great service when I come and they allow me to bring my dog in while I enjoy my ice cream. read more

We traveled to Bluebird all the way from NE Seattle, so we had high expectations. They were essentially met. As mentioned by others, Bluebird is a small establishment. There were nine people in front of us on a Sunday evening. I was surprised at how quickly the one employee was able to serve those of us in line, and do so with a very pleasant demeanor. Attention Bluebird owners: be sure you're paying your employees well. I appreciate Bluebird company's apparent partnering with other local businesses, listing CB's, Theo, and Elysian among their product names. I ESPECIALLY appreciate Bluebird's ability to accommodate those of us with quirky dietary needs. Who goes to an ice cream shop if they are staying away from dairy (raises hand)? Who goes to an ice cream shop expecting to stay away from dairy AND gluten (raises hand, rather inconspicuously)? Bluebird offered two vegan flavors tonight: coconut mint chip and horchata. I was very pleased with both. Stephen J. ordered peanut butter and salted caramel. He really liked the peanut butter, and also thought the caramel flavor was very good, but that the salt was a little too strong for him. All in all, we were happy with the experience and would visit again. read more

I have been meaning to come to Bluebird for a while now but it seems like I am never there in the area when they are open. The place is a microcreamery and a microbrewery. At first glance it may seen weird and unusual but I suppose it makes sense. One thing for sure is that Bluebird's hours is definitely brewery hours and not exactly ice cream shop hours. But that is ok! It is worth the wait to come in the afternoon at 3pm! They have a fairly small beer list. They have one or two guest taps and a few of their own. Nearly all of their own beer was sold out. There was a milk chocolate stout that looked really good but it was gone. I got a wheat beer that they made called the Weedwacker. The beer had a great taste and goes down easy. They make sure that you get a nice cold one so the glass comes cold too. Be careful, it is slick so don't let it fall out of your hands! The tables are a little awkward for beer drinking. Sure, they are sturdy enough but it is easy for a clumsy knee to hit the base of the table and you got got a little beer spillage going on. Alcohol abuse if you ask me. No mishaps happened with my beer but they are things to be aware of. You may thank me later. So I got one thing that Bluebird was known for which was the brewery aspect. It was time to get some ice cream and try out their other aspect. I heard that the Elysian Stout ice cream was good and so I went ahead and got that. I was not let down! The ice cream tasted great! So smooth and the chocolate part was amazing. What more can I say? I would love to come back here and indulge in more beer and ice cream. The sooner the better!! read more

I've changed my mind after being here several times and I think I prefer them over some of the other shops in the city. The CB's Peanut Butter is so creamy and delicious and the strawberries and cream hit the spot. They have a nice selection of beer, too. Beer + ice cream. How could you go wrong there? Bathroom is extremely tiny and uncomfortable. Like, some people might not fit in there. If you have to go, try to go somewhere else! read more

Oh Bluebird, how have I been living 10 minutes from you for a year and just visited now? This place is the real deal, folks! They offer 10ish flavors of (delicious!) ice cream, and also a few beers too. The best part is that they make fresh waffle cones on site - when I ordered, they actually took the cone off of the press and folded it into a cone, right there in front of me. They're so, so, so good; and this is coming from someone who usually picks a cup over a cone. Waffle cone here is a must! I was debating between two flavors (snickerdoodle & salted caramel), so the lovely girl helping offered to do a scoop of each. We went around back to the patio to enjoy, as it was a warm, sunny day. The snickerdoodle is absolutely amazing! Salted caramel is usually a sure bet for me but erred a bit too much on the salty side for me. I can't wait to come back! read more

Bumping this up to five stars. I am a huge fan of their coconut milk-based vegan ice creams. I had the coconut mint chip the last time I came and it was light and refreshing. I'd definitely come here for more coconut ice creams. The brunette that works there is also very sweet and friendly. Though she was the only person working on a busy Friday night, she never seemed harried and worked people through the line quickly and efficiently. She doled out samples cheerfully and she honestly seemed to enjoy what she was doing. So yeah, I'll be back again. The wait is more manageable that Molly Moon's, staff is nicer, and ice cream is really nearly as good. read more

OH BOY...I'm in trouble. On many occasions I've had to pass on Bluebird because I refuse to stand in lines. On a quiet evening this week I finally went by and there was not a line. (Thank you, Rain!) I had the Theo Chocolate Chunk. It was delicious and what made it even more enjoyable was the freshly made waffle cone that was warm and also sealed at the bottom so I didn't wear melted chocolate ice cream home. I can't wait to return during the Fall and Winter to try even more of their flavors. Their vegan selections are made with coconut milk which is delightful. One warning and 99.9% of the blame is on me but its worth mentioning...their dirty spoons are on top of the counter and well...make sure you don't use one. I'll leave it at that. Clean spoons are by the register. The End. read more

I'm really sad to post a negative review about a small business like this but I was really, really unhappy with this place. Came here for my first time around 8:45 PM on Saturday. I had the Snickerdoodle flavor but I wish I would have tried it first because I was not impressed with the actual flavor, and if you reference the picture I posted here in the photos, it was such a SMALL amount and extremely melted right when it was handed to me. I was so upset that I paid $4.35 for such a little amount of ice cream that was melted. The photo I posted was after I had only taken one bite. And that's another thing, there is NO MENU posted in here which I was shocked at. Yes the flavors are listed on the side of the wall (which I did not even notice at first when we walked in because normally the menu is behind the counter), but NO prices listed, no sizes listed. The man working was very unenthusiastic and not the most friendly. He did not say "hi" or "welcome in" or "let me know if you want to try something," he was completely silent and the only words he spoke were "$4.35". Not even a smile. Maybe he had a long day, as I did come in an hour til closing time, but thought I should mention. I seem to be the only person who has had this complaint, though, so maybe I just went there on a bad night. If the owner reads this, please put up a menu that lists the prices and cup/cone sizes. Display the actual cups on the counter so people can see how much you're getting before purchasing. And PLEASE, do not sell ice cream that is as melted as mine was. I also think the place looked really bare. It needs some colored painted walls instead of plain white, and it needs some artwork to liven it up a bit. The only good thing I can say is that there was no line and only one pair of customers in the shop. I feel bad writing this review, but don't not go here just because of my poor experience. This place has gotten a lot of positive reviews, so see for yourself. However, I suggest asking to try the flavor you are wanting so you can make sure it's not melted. Sadly, I will not be coming back. read more

Bluebird Ice Cream - Wow. So disappointed in Bluebird ice cream. This is "Snicker doodle", literally 30 seconds after leaving the shop. So melted - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This ice cream is flat-out delicious. I would put it on par, if not slightly above, Molly Moon's. There is a good selection of 'normal' flavors as well as some more creative ones like a Milk Stout. I recommend Snickerdoodle in a waffle cone. You won't be sorry. The only downside? After trying their ice cream, it'll be pretty difficult to pass through Greenwood and not stop at Bluebird. read more

Mmmm, great milkshakes. Great flavours. No yucky chemicals. Actual cream. Lots of calories, but worth it! I've had their Vanilla Bean, Theo Chocolate, Marionberry, Peanut Butter, and Café Vita kinds. All were yummy, but the only thing I think they could improve on is that the flavours aren't very pronounced. The Peanut Butter and Marionberry favours seemed particularly weak--overpowered by cream. That's the hazard out of making a milkshake out of ice cream, I guess. I'm a coffee lover, so I had the Café Vita kind at least twice now. It was a little stronger the second time I had it, but still far weaker than I would prefer the coffee taste to be. That's my only quibble! read more

I'm so sick of businesses that can't get their dumb hours correct. Came here at 2:21pm on a Friday and they weren't open.

My husband, sister-in-law, and I ended up here after yet another failed attempt to visit the Space Travel Supply Store (are they ever open?). We decided that ice cream was the only thing that could cure our disappointment and Bluebird turned out to be the nearest one. I'm so glad it was because I LOVED it! The variety of flavors was interesting and I regret I didn't sample more of them. My husband and I split two scoops of chocolate pudding and salted caramel. The flavor is so good and I really loved the thick, creamy texture of the ice cream. The SiL got coconut mint chip and it was really good and refreshing; I'm not usually a fan of coconut but it worked so well in this ice cream that I actually liked it this time. In addition to being a micro-creamery they're a micro-brewery! We got a sampler of their beers and they were quite good; for my husband the standout was the Caffe Vita porter. They have old board games you can play if you'd like. The girl working here looked exactly like Carrie Brownstein and I felt like I'd been transported to Portlandia - which just made our experience here that much better. I really loved this place and hope to come back next time I'm up in Seattle. read more

This will sound strange, but I like my icecream to be a little "chewy", (not so soft, not frothy), and Bluebird nails it! Their Snickerdoodle icecream tastes like Christmas in a cup (or Christmas in a cone, if that's how you roll). all of the flavors I've tried are stupendous. read more

Tried to call, e-mail, and Facebook message them for 2 weeks but have not heard anything from them. Poor customer service.

Great Ice cream and the fresh Waffle cones are the best. I had the chocolate pudding ice cream, it was amazing. Maybe I'll go back and try some of their beers. I'll definitely go back for their ice cream. read more

Greenwood Bluebird is exactly 10 blocks from my house, which is apparently the accurate formula to feel like when you walk there and back that you have completely justified the experience. I have been twice, and both times they were out of the Marionberry flavor! I've had the Theo chocolate chunk and the vegan coconut mint chip (even tho i'm not vegan). Both were very satisfying..... but I'll still be back for that elusive Marionberry!! I will say that I don't find the environment of the store that appealing. It's always either freezing or really hot, and there is not much room to sit. But, I haven't been back since they've started offering beer and wine, which somehow always makes the ambience seem nicer ift there are adult bevreages to be had. read more

Horchatta! Vegan! Yum! Service? Most excellent! My incentive for walking in the evenings..It still looks like a work in progress because it is! Can't wait for the home-made sodas! Hand-crafted micro-brews in the works as well. With a line out the door, the guy looked like he had just finished teaching a class on finger painting with chocolate; chocolate running down his forearm, chocolate syrup splattered on every can, bucket, and utensil in sight. Theo's chocolate chuck was sold-out as I approached the front of the line. Horchatta for my trek back and a pint to go-mission accomplished! read more

It's tiny, but they offer unique and tasty ice creams. The Phinney Ridge location also serves beer! If only I had thought of this genius business idea earlier... I appreciate that they offer options for folks who don't do dairy. And adding waffle cone chips (free - and right on the counter) to a cup of ice cream is a perfect solution if you like waffle cones but don't want to deal with drips (I know - SUCH hard work). read more

This is my favorite ice cream shop! And not only do they have amazing ice cream, but they also have delicious unique beer! I've definitely been here 3 times in one week...it's that good! Staff are friendly and its in one of our favorite neighborhoods. We love this place! read more

mmm, TASTY! Chocolate pudding just about knocked my socks off. Love that uber rich, dark chocolatey goodness. The peanut butter ice cream, made with local CB's peanuts, is also extremely tasty - I recommend asking for a little of both! If you really want to go to ice cream bliss, then go for chocolate pudding combined with the "PB&J", which gets you a half-scoop each of peanut butter and huckleberry. My only mistake was going for a regular sized cup - it was so rich, I had trouble finishing it! I think the small size is plenty, unless you skip dinner. :) My boyfriend had no trouble finishing mine for me, though, and also loved his helping of Horchata - which happens to be vegan, and surprisingly delicious. Prices were pretty reasonable, considering the hefty portions. My only lament is that many of the flavors listed on the website were not available the night we went... I'm excited to try Peppermint Mocha and Phluffhead (chocolate with caramel swirls, pieces of dark Theo chocolate, marshmallow fluff!). It would be awesome if they got their website up and running with updated flavor lists, so you can keep an eye out for favorite flavors. In any case, a return visit is definitely warranted! read more

Very very bad customer service. The girl working there was very rude. Will definitely not be going back. Which is a shame because their ice creams are really good. read more

I LOVE BLUEBIRD. This place is probably one of my favorite ice cream shops in Seattle! Came here with some friends after dinner because we were craving ice cream. I love that Bluebird's ice cream is smooth and creamy, yet not too heavy. The lightness of it was very refreshing, opposed to how other ice creams make me feel a little sick and bloated. I got the Caffé Vita flavor, which is this amazing coffee flavor that was SO GOOD. My friend got the Caffé Vita as well, along with a peanut butter flavor. I don't normally like peanut butter, but I decided to try some of his, and it was so authentic and peanut-y! Like, it didn't taste all artificial like other peanut butter flavored things; it tasted like peanuts were roasting in my mouth. Bluebird also has beer floats on their menu! My other friend got one with the Caffé Vita flavor ice cream and Theo chocolate milk stout beer, and he pretty much had a foodgasm and was making out with the cup because of all its creamy beer-and-ice-cream-goodness. While placing all our orders, the line tripled in size out the door, and the menu even had sold-out flavors! I wish I could have tried every flavor they offered, but I guess I just have to wait for the next time I'm back in Seattle! read more

Bluebird is in our neighborhood, which makes it dangerous. But delicious! The peanut butter & jelly combination is to die for, and if you're in the mood for something slightly naughty, get the stout float with a scoop of chocolate - YUM. Everyone we've encountered at Bluebird is friendly and helpful (they don't scowl if you ask for a taste of something, and they're good about suggesting flavor combinations), which just makes you love them even more. read more

Had a double scoop in a waffle cone. They don't have sugar cones, and i normally love the waffle cones, but they didn't seem fresh or delicious here so will probably stick with just getting it in a cup next time. In terms of flavors: Coffee was delicious as was the peanut butter. Tried the salted caramel and the snickerdoodle, but didn't love it. Molly Moon may be just a wee bit better..... read more

Hmmmm. This place's popularity baffles me. Sure, it's decent ice cream. But what's with all the rave reviews? I ended up trying three flavors before settling on the honey crunch. Given the plethora of interesting options on the menu I was ultimately disappointed in the lack of strong flavors. The ice cream was very soft when served which only made it melt extra quickly. And although the woman working behind the counter was nice she seemed swamped! I'd give Bluebird another shot but as of yet I'm unimpressed. read more

Hands down, the worst ice cream I've ever had. I didn't know ice cream could be bad. I ordered a salted caramel Sunday with hot fudge. They were out of whipped cream, which is fine, but proceeded to charge me for the sundae instead of a scoop with an added topping of fudge. This ice cream was all ice, no cream. The texture was grainy. I ate three bites and threw it away. What a waste of money. I don't ever write yelp reviews... but wanted to warn people to stay away and take your money to another establishment. read more

Sweet! We liked this place quite a bit. We were fortunate to catch the "Two Scoop Tuesday" deal (two scoops for the price of one). I had the Elysian Stout and the Caffe Vita Coffee. The Elysian Stout was good, but a little underwhelming, mostly just a good creamy flavor. The Caffe Vita had a bit more going on but not over the top on sweetness or coffee flavor. We definitely enjoyed the quaint, neighbor atmosphere and "micro-creamery" approach to ice cream. I also liked that they use ingredients from other well known food producers (e.g. Elysian and Caffe Vita). Also, it sounded like they make deliveries in an old fashion milk truck, which is pretty cool. read more

My friends and I ended up here after a night of pizza and beer. I tasted the Peanut Butter & Snickerdoodle before deciding on which I wanted. AMBIANCE: Totally a quick stop ice cream shop. It had board games and a chalk board list of items they offer. Loved it! ICE CREAM: Obviously, the most important part. I personally had the Snickerdoodle and can I say, O.M.G. AMAZING!!! It had such a great flavor, it stayed perfectly stiff like ice cream should, had a fresh flavor and tasted - most importantly - real! My friends got the Theo Chocolate and said it too, was amazing. Their waffle cones are also made there. Keep in mind they are definitely thin cones, so don't get a firm grip or you will break that thing in half - but - they are delicious! I definitely plan to return here soon! Especially while it's still warm out. I highly recommend it. read more

I recently hired Blue Bird Ice Cream to cater a reception. Ten days later, guests who were at the event are still commenting on the centerpiece of the event - the ice cream cart! What I, as the host, loved most about having the ice cream cart at the event was seeing the guests mingle and talk to each other about the different flavors and toppings. It seemed like everyone had an ice cream story. I chose carefully from several ice cream caterers and ultimately chose Blue Bird, due to their high ratings and a personal visit to their Phinney location, and am glad that I did. They were prompt, the cart was well stocked with yummy ice cream and toppings, and after the last person was served, the server waited a while to see if anyone wanted seconds. I highly recommend Blue Bird Caterers - I would hire them again. It was a very fun experience for all! read more

Hands down the best ice cream in Seattle. I love this place. Whenever family or friends visit from out of town, I take them here. They have the creamiest, most delicious flavors: -salted caramel (omg to DIE for- not too salty like other ice cream boutiques in Seattle) -peanut butter -caffe vita coffee -vegan horchata made with coconut milk What I really like is seeing the names of local farms and businesses on their menu. It makes me feel like I'm helping lots of people every time I get a hankering for dessert. read more

Ice creams... and booze. The only real reason to come here is to have booze and ice cream, at the same time. Each on their own is just not worth it... but together, it was fun. Here's why it was fun... you have a tiny jar, with booze or soda of choice on bottom, and then you have a giant glob of ice cream of choice on top. Since the building is practically on fire, the ice cream melts really fast and drops into your glass. THIS MAKES A VOLCANIC EXPLOSION! You are forced, FORCED to chug your drink to avoid spilling a single delicious DELICIOUS drop. And also, Perfection the game (remember that one??)... you jump every time the timer goes off. I dare you to try and not jump, you won't win. Nice place, wish it had more room and maybe some ventilation inside, hot as hell and not really a place for a group to hangout for very long. read more

I'm happy that they've brought Bluebird to the north end. I rarely make it to Cap Hill these days, so lately, my ice cream escapades have been limited to store-bought Tillamook. My faves here are peanut butter, chocolate pudding, and snickerdoodle. On our last visit, the snickerdoodle was really soft, and the PB was really hard. Both tasted really good, but I thought it was weird that the coolers had different temperatures. Service can be hit or miss. I told the hipster server a few visits ago that Bluebird was my favorite ice cream in Seattle, and he didn't seem to care. Good thing their ice cream is tasty because I don't come here for the service. This location is a lot smaller than the Cap Hill one and with a little less character. There are a few board games on the shelf and kitschy tables made of old metal milk containers. It doesn't have to same cozy feel as the Cap Hill location - I would rather play a board game at the other location. Sometimes their credit card machine craps out, so be prepared with cash. read more

Delicious house made ice cream and house made beer, with your choice of a float with any of them and friendly staff, to boot! I used to think I was not an ice cream person, but bluebird's theo chocolate chunk has convinced me otherwise. There's also fresh waffle cone available if you don't want a float, and if the paper cup is too much fiber for you. read more

Bluebird Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Seattle, Washington