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    Cauldron Ice Cream

    4.1 (3.1k reviews)

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    sun, moon, & stars
    Lynn L.

    ORDER sun, moon, & stars (3.5/5) i got the tea flavored icecream, but it honestly tasted more milky than anything. i enjoyed the thick texture, but other than that there is nothing really special. the price was a lot more expensive, hence the lower rating. they open late and it's worth the try, but i wouldn't come back. SERVICE minimal interactions with the workers since you order on a kiosk. AMBIANCE plenty of parking. plenty of seats inside.

    S'mores
    Katya Z.

    Ice cream in a puffy waffle cone! It can take awhile for your order to be ready even when it's not that busy so just be prepared for that. I do like the puffle but wish it was a tad sweeter - it tasted like a standard waffle. It is interesting though because it's a hot waffle with ice cream which is a nice juxtaposition in temperatures but it makes the ice cream melt on the bottom easier. The actual flavor of the ice cream was good - I believe it's just chocolate flavor and then they put a graham cracker, graham cracker dust on the ice cream and marshmallows. I would come back but probably just get it in a cone if I was craving it.

    S'mores ice cream with a little roasted marshmallow.
    Russell R.

    The service was quick, there was a spot where you could place your own order on a tablet or with the cashier. The cashier/ice cream maker was friendly and attentive. The atmosphere was cozy and a great place to take a date if needed. Ice cream was delicious!

    Nitrogen made ice cream.
    Aprille C.

    Magically made ice cream here(with nitrogen)! You can order cashless on the tablet. Or they'll take cash if you ask. I got the pineapple puffle which is a puffy waffle cone. The pineapple was So smooth and delicious! My man got mint chip in a cup. We both enjoyed them. But they were pricey. $20 for those 2 items. And the music was so loud we couldn't hear each other.

    Juan Pablo P.

    Had a late night sweet tooth craving and cauldron ice cream delivered. It's hard to go wrong with great tasting ice cream but I absolutely loved the extra flavors, especially the viet iced coffee as a coffee lover. It was decently priced and definitely worth the try. Service was relatively quick (scoop ice cream, put toppings, done) so can't go wrong. Ambiance is pretty cool with the pipings and the liquid nitrogen running around. Overall, I recommend this place.

    Sharon H.

    This location is busy. Glad they have shaved ice, killing two birds coming here! Ample parking in the evening, as it's shared with other businesses. Plenty of indoor seating and some outdoor. Cute egg chair in the corner too.

    Original Puffle
    Ryan Y.

    Glad that we came in for a visit to Cauldron. It's a perfect dessert with many unique options for your family to love. We had a relatively big party, and for a staff of 2- thought the team was good about keeping up with demand. You order on an iPad device, and your ice cream is whipped up quickly thereafter. As a family, we had varying ice creams and cones/cups and can confidently say they were all consumed heartily. The strawberry puffle had a nice rose design! The puffles were definitely my favorite! The aesthetic is modern and hip, there's a good amount of seating. There's a trendy chair in the corner for all of your IG photo ops.

    Egg waffle
    Andrew L.

    I've never been to a liquid nitrogen ice cream place before so here it goes- Honestly the ice cream is ice cream. It was fine but it melted quicker than I expected but that may because of how the shop also feels quite stuffy. Definitely a lot of artificial flavors and not anything really fresh mixed in but it was nice and tasty so I'll give it that. The egg waffle was pretty standard and hit the spot so that was as expected. This ice cream spot also had quite a long wait. It's not really the amount of people as I've seen ice cream places with more people but rather it being made to order which is nice. Overall, not a bad spot, passable, but for the killer is the price- it's pretty expensive.

    OG Puffle with Mint Chocolate Chip and M&Ms
    Steven M.

    I was in Santa Ana for a show, but arrived early for some dinner and dessert. When I typed "ice cream" into yelp Cauldron Ice Cream came up so I entered it in and headed over. Cauldron Ice Cream is a liquid nitrogen style place which I haven't actually had in a few years, so I was excited to indulge again. We showed up around 8PM and this place had a decent amound of people in it. Instead of ordering through a person, you approach a kiosk and enter in what you want. I ended up ordering an OG Puffle with Mint Chocolate Chip ice cream and M&M's on top. I'm gonna be honest here, calling yourself the "best ice cream in the United States" is pretty ballsy and this place definitely falls short of that title. The egg waffle cone was hot and tasted solid enough, while the ice cream had good flavour and was also good......but it was honestly pretty standard ice cream and nothing I'll probably ever think about again. Overall, Cauldron Ice Cream was solid enough, but didn't do anything to actually leave a mark or taste better then any of the competition. Will I return? Maybe, since I probably won't remember I've been here in the future. Guess we'll see!

    New Arrivals
    Keabreone B.

    The service, it was decent but not exceptional. The staff was polite enough, though I felt like they could have been a bit more attentive. However, it didn't ruin the experience; we were still able to enjoy our treats without any major hiccups. One of the biggest perks of this place is the ample parking available, which can be a challenge at many dessert locations. Being able to pull right in and find a spot is a definite plus. This was a first time trying nitrogen ice cream at a cute little dessert spot, and while I had mixed feelings about the experience, there were certainly some highlights. let's talk about the ice cream itself. I tried the vanilla flavor, and while it didn't wow me or have the most dynamic flavor profile, I have to say it was incredibly creamy. The texture was downright delightful--like a soft cloud in my mouth. If you're someone who values creaminess over bold flavors, you might find this ice cream to be a real treat. The bubble waffle cone was a fun addition that added a nice crunch and a touch of whimsy to the dessert. Overall, while I probably wouldn't return for a second scoop, it was a good outing and a fun way to try nitrogen ice cream. If you're in the mood for something unique and looking for a cute dessert place, it's worth checking out!

    Vegan pineapple express
    Vladimir C.

    Pineapple Express was a hit -- fruity, refreshing, and vegan, which was a nice surprise. They've got a wild variety of flavors to choose from, and everything is super photogenic -- definitely an Instagram-friendly spot. Watching them make the ice cream fresh with the liquid nitrogen is a fun touch. Now for the real talk: the seating setup isn't the most inviting, and there was a bit of an odd smell lingering in the space. It didn't ruin the experience, but it was noticeable. Would I go again? Yeah, for the flavors -- but I'd probably take it to-go next time. You order from an ipad and its not that good. Service wasnt that great.

    The cauldron in Churro Puffle
    Tatianna Z.

    Came by around 9:45 PM and the place had a steady crowd but nothing crazy. The wait was about 10-15 minutes, which was totally fair considering how busy they were. Ordering through the self-service kiosk was actually a great touch, it gave us time to browse all the unique flavors without feeling rushed, and it let the staff focus on crafting the desserts. Speaking of staff, everyone was super friendly! I got the Cauldron flavor in a cinnamon puffle cone with a toasted marshmallow on top. The flavor was delicious I really loved the hint of cinnamon in the ice cream. I just wish it had more cookie pieces mixed in. The puffle cone was warm and soft, which paired nicely with the cold ice cream, but it got a little messy, so I ended up transferring it to a cup. The cinnamon flavor in the cone itself was a bit underwhelming, not as strong as I hoped. We also tried the mango bingsoo and while it wasn't bad, we kinda regretted not going for another one of their unique ice cream flavors (like Sun, Moon, and Stars). Bingsoo is something you can get at places that specialize in it, but Cauldron's ice cream is really where they shine. So if you're visiting, definitely stick with their unique ice cream options. All in all, great experience. Tasty, inventive ice cream and solid service. Will be back to try more flavors!

    Amy E.

    Haven't been here since about 2016 but from my memory it was really good when I had it in the past. Fast forward to my recent visit, this place has kind of fallen off which isn't surprising with how quickly trends come and go. The ice cream here was still good but the puff waffle cone was lacking. Flavor was okay but it didn't have that crunchiness it needed and was rather soft. Behind the counter also looked a little rough like it needed a deep clean. Service was okay, they have a self ordering thing now.

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    What is the updated cost for one scoop in the puffle cone? How much does one scoop cost by itself?

    $10.50 in puff cone (original, churro +$0.75, red velvet, strawberry) $7 small, $8.50 medium, and $10 large cup, +$1 sugar cone

    How much is in the "Pints of Scoops Ice Cream" option? (via online order) is it A Pint of ice cream?…

    $13/ pint

    Can I just buy the puffle come by itself?

    Yes it's $4.50 for just the puffle cone without the ice cream and $7.50 for the puffle cone with ice cream (prices as of July 2021)

    Most popular flavor?

    The colorful ones are "Sun, Moon & Stars" (blue), "Rose H2O" (pink), "Earl Grey Lavender" (purple), and "The Cauldron" (black and white). You really can't go wrong with the rest of the menu though.

    What is the average price for a rose ice cream scoop?

    It's the same price as the regular one, there's no extra charge for the rose

    Is the ice cream pasteurized?

    Yes

    How does this place compare to other popular ice cream places in the area like creamistry, afters, Hans ice cream?

    They are all good ice cream shop. But personally, I prefer Cauldron---liquid nitrogen + sweet creamy base. they have a lot of unique flavors like "sun, moon, stars" ( a… Read more

    Does it cost extra money to have the ice cream shaped in a rose?

    Nope! Just ask the cashier to shape it in a rose when you order.

    Is it organic ice cream?

    No. I don't think so.

    Is this place pet friendly? Like would I be able to bring my dog?

    I don't think they'd let you bring a pet in unless you have a service pet. The place is often crowded so i don't think your pet will like it anyway. However, they have benches right outside the store. So you can sit with your pet while someone in… Read more

    Do they have any non dairy options?

    Yes! I believe it is the Pineapple Express option.

    Any dairy free options?

    They just added a flavor called the Pineapple Express, it's similar to a dole whip!

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