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    Bruster's Real Ice Cream

    3.9 (22 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    JC R.

    Newly opened ice cream shop where, ironically, a fitness shop once were! But no worries, this ice cream churns its ice cream daily on site; which makes every bite tastes fresh & creamy! It serves different flavors each day and during my visit I opted for a small (2 scoops) in waffle cone, one of Banana Cream and the other was Cheesecake flavor! Small on a waffle cone comes with 2 large scoops enough to fill in the large opening of the cone and price go up by $1 for next size up so $4.99 (5.99, 6.99) for reg cone or cup, or $5.99 on waffle cone for a small, $6.99 medium & $7.99 large. The Small (2 scoops) was just perfect, I think, to satisfy once crave but if you must, go for more! Profitez de la vie! The Banana Cream I had was surprisingly fresh and light and not too sweet so I prefer it over the much heavier on sweet cheesecake scoop! Eat it on site because it will melt as it was not pre-frozen, hence, made daily on site! I only had those two flavors so far but based on the list I think the Banana Cream will be my preference as most seem to be more decadent, i.e., peanut butter chocolate or rocky road, etc. Staff is youthful, and lively. Perfectly situated seatings outdoor might be best spots for it has enough shade since the store is located end of the building facing east/north! I watched kids and their family devoured the goodness of the ice cream, thus, advertising what you could be eating, so enticing...it drew me in!

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    Nathan N.

    Went here on Sunday night. It was PACKED! And for good reason, the ice cream was excellent. There was a manager or maybe the owner out front making sure any questions were answered. I have a peanut allergy and ordered a Cotton Candy Shake. After a few minutes I was informed that due to how busy they were they couldn't guarantee a peanut-free environment for the shake, and offered to replace with ice cream. I appreciate that gesture a lot. Stone Ridge was missing an ice cream place and this is the perfect addition to our community.

    Kevin T.

    Came here during a busy hour and the line was so long. Luckily you can order online and they'll have it ready in around 5-10m from my experience. Quality ice cream, nice sized scoops, and the waffle cone is yummy. I don't normally get ice cream but if I ever crave for it then I'm coming back here.

    Strawberry sundae, Cotton candy ice cream
    Angy F.

    Great ice cream! I went on the first day they opened. While waiting in line, the manager was going around and asking if anyone had any questions or needed help. I asked for flavor recommendations and they recommended Graham Central Station. I tried that one along with horchata. I'll be honest, it didn't have much flavor for me. I have been a few times so far and tried a few flavors but I will say horchata is my absolute favorite flavor. Also, the brownie sundae is AMAZING! I enjoy their outdoor seating area with umbrellas to shield you from the sun. They are a little pricey, but overpaying for ice cream on a hot summer day is honestly worth it lol. Will be returning so many times this summer!

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    Their strawberry ice cream was soooo good! Toppings were very good too. Definitely plan on coming back again!

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    Great service and flavors. Love the picnic tables. The kids working there are hustlin!

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