Really good ice cream that's not over sweet, but the bolo bao ice cream sandwich is the prize here. Best ice cream sandwich, seriously, way tastier than one made with cookies. Warm, crispy, fluffy...JUST TRY IT!!! Perfect affordable ice cream spot that feels like getting good value for money, which seems pretty rare these days. Service is always genuine (I think it's the owner who served me the times I've been there, not sure, but feels like he cares about customers). Open during the day, when 626 isn't. It's in a center on the side of the building where it's a bit hard to see from the street, but has good amount of parking. read more

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Got the bo lo bao ice cream sandwich with Nutella cookies & cream, and it was honestly really solid. The bo lo bao was warm and fluffy, which worked surprisingly well with the cold ice cream - such a cool and interesting combo. Nutella cookies & cream was my favorite, and the strawberry shortcake was also really good. I'd give the overall experience like an 8/10. Plus, the price was cheaper than most ice cream spots, which was a nice bonus. Definitely worth checking out if you want to try something a little different! read more

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This hidden gem is tucked away in a large shopping center, but don't sleep on it. It's a cute ice cream shop with flavors that are not as commonly found (black sesame, lavender, Thai tea) They also have savory options. I haven't tried them yet but I will be back to. If you want a nice snack, a bolo bao with butter is a nice treat. Every time I've been the person behind the counter has been friendly, offering samples of the different flavors. Tonight we had a sample of the chocolate cookie too. read more

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This place is my go-to jasmine green tea place! I don't know what type of syrup they use but its really good and its different from other tea places. I love their sweet potato fries too! It pairs well with their house sauce. Honestly, I tried everything on their menu and I like most of it. It is an ice cream place and weirdly enough I get their savory items more. They have a card system with ten items get a free drink or ice cream, and I've filled up like 5 cards. I've been going here since 2020! They have been handing out free samples of cookies and ice cream recently and its so good! One of my favorite places :) read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Tucked away in the corner of a plaza. Cute little shop.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Just a few flavors of ice cream. You choose from a cone, a bun, or a cup. There are drink and snack menus, too. Quick service [[HIGHLIGHT]]There are a few tables inside and out.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Very delicious and quick service!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The establishment is very clean[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], there are restrooms inside for customers and there is plenty of parking, I will be returning to get a sweet treat :) read more

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Such a hidden gem! Everytime I come here, I love sampling their seasonal flavors. This time I'm a huge fan of their black sesame flavor. And I almost always get it in their warm Bolo Bun! The mix of toasted bolo bao with the cool ice cream is the perfect combo. They have plenty of parking and the service is always top notch. For anyone with late night ice cream cravings or those looking to try something new, don't skip out on this spot in El Monte. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]This is a nice, small little shop tucked in the back of this plaza.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was great - you can try samples of their ice cream and the worker was so nice and offered samples of their cookies as well. I got the jasmine milk tea and coffee & cookie ice cream in the bolo bun, as recommended by my friend who got ube and jasmine milk tea as well. The bread was flaky and sweet and the ice cream was generously packed. The whole thing was a pretty big portion in my opinion. read more

Crispy & Fluffed Ice Cream - Desserts Near Me - El Monte, California

So different and tasty. What a nice surprise tucked away. Many different flavors and my new go to way to eat ice cream. Friendly staff and lots of selections of flavors. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have free stickers and lots of seating and a nice vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Service was good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Needs more ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was empty when I went, which concerned me.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I don't have anything negative to say about the Nutella ice cream or the ice cream in a pastry, it just wasn't something I would go back for. read more

Got the bo lo boa with black sesame and green tea ice cream. Out of this world. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small space inside to eat.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]No air conditioner on though.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Has games to play which could be fun[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

We were craving ice cream and searched for a nearby ice cream place. We decided to try Crispy & Fluffed Ice Cream. Where have they been all of my life? The ice creams - perfect textures and great flavor. Definitely have the ice cream sandwich on the bolo bao (pineapple buns). The bolo bao was some of the best I have ever had and the combination of a warm bun and cold ice cream cannot be beat. We were there at closing time and were gifted a chocolate chip cookie, we will be purchasing them in the future. Service was excellent. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Restaurant and restrooms were very clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Indoor and outdoor seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The location in the strip mall around the corner from the Bank of America was unexpected, but people should find this place. We will be returning and put this in our regular rotation for ice cream and snacks. Can't wait to try their fries and chicken as well. You will not be disappointed. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Wow fast service and such a hidden gem super small cute spot[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I would definitely recommend trying the bun! It was so yummy definitely a 10/10 read more

Crispy & Fluffed Ice Cream - Inside - Desserts Near Me - El Monte, California

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Not going to lie, I was definitely skeptical about the bolo and ice cream combination, but it actually works pretty well. The texture combination reminds me more of the store bought ice cream sandwiches that's rectangular and has that almost cake like cookie. The bun provides a similar texture where it's soft but still able to hold it's shape. Then you also get the crunch from the bolo top. Plus they warm the bun up before they serve it, so the warm and cold combo is another bonus. I do like how they prep the bolo like an uncrustable sandwich where the entire bun is sealed so no ice cream leaks out. While the bolo combination is good, the ice cream is pretty average. Nothing really stood out as amazing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]In addition, we came in on a weekday night and the place was just dead and wasn't particularly clean nor well stocked (i.e., napkins and water were both out).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] That being said, I live nearby, so this is an easy option to go to if you want an ice cream treat. read more

Delicious ice cream. Yummy chocolate chip cookies. Friendly service. Next time I want to try the French Fries. What more can we ask? Cheers to Crispy & Fluffed. read more

A long a waited review for Crispy & Fluffed. This place offers a relatively inexpensive price for ice cream. Especially with how inflation has been the last several years, this is one of the most affordable places to get dessert and tea. They also offer snacks such as French fries or chicken tenders as well. They offer pint size ice cream if you'd like to buy a pint to take home. If you're into floral flavored ice cream, I opt out for the Jasmine ice cream. Service has always been great and the gentleman that takes my orders is patient. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance is quiet and nice. Music isn't loud and there's some board games to play as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I wish this place gets more hype. read more

Go-to spot for ice cream in El Monte! We've been here a couple times now and have enjoyed the ice cream each time. It's very quiet upon entering, but the worker (or owner?) comes out ready to serve. He was very patient when we were deciding on the flavors we wanted to try and sometimes had to go to the back for the flavors that weren't readily available in the front. We've tried a good amount of flavors and so far the Nutella Oreos and cream and Thai tea stuck the landing for me. My partner got the blue cookie dough which he enjoyed but after I tried the Nutella Oreo, the blue cookie dough was a lot more subtle. I like how creamy the ice cream is & how the flavors is pretty well-balanced with the waffle cone. The waffle cone texture and break-ability is good with the ice cream where it doesn't feel like you're breaking your teeth each bite. And it's not too sugar either! Well-balanced in both flavors and textures. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Because of how calm the store is, you can definitely do some work here or go outside and enjoy the ice cream while people watching on their patio seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's very quiet in the store, where I feel like I need to keep my indoor voice low.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] P.s. it is a little hidden, to the side of the bowling alley. Plenty of parking space and easy to access for anyone who has physical limitations! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Omg what a cute ice cream shop!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Every flavor we tried was amazing. I highly recommend the Ube and Jasmine Milk Tea flavor. Service was great too. read more

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The boba was delicious and the ice cream was amazing! I tried the ube and had to get a small scoop. Great service with a smile! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a cute shop not too easy to find but worth stopping by.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They even gave us a fresh warm chocolate chip cookie that hit the spot! read more

Small hole in the wall with nice homemade ice cream. Prices are fair. Flavors are nice.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Small shop in the corner of a quiet plaza.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I came here several times and got the bolo bao(pineapple bun) ice cream. Made fresh every time and tastes amazing. It does take a bit of time to get served, though, since there is only one person working. Who knew you just needed to add a bolo bao to make me eat a whole scoop of ice cream in minutes? I will definitely be back whenever I'm near the area! read more

Crispy & Fluffed Ice Cream - Bolo Bao Ice Cream Sandwich with Cookie Monster Ice cream and Thai Tea Ice Cream - Desserts Near Me - El Monte, California

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I scream, you scream, we all scream Bolo bao + ice cream! Came here for an after dinner dessert and Alec, the owner, was closing up. He kindly let us still order! He was patient with our small group and took our bolo bao ice cream orders. Bolo bao is a pineapple sweet bread. Service was great even for one man as Alec was quick in busting out these amazing creations. The bolo bao was fluffy, toasted, and sweet. The contrast to the creamy taro ice cream is so good! I wanted to try all his flavors because he has the Asian flavored ice cream that isn't typically found in LA. In addition, it's sandwiched between a bolo bao! The decor of the inside is quaint and cute, but not large enough to hang out in large groups. So best to take your order and walk around the plaza if your group is more than six people. The spot is located towards the back of Midway Plaza. On the west side of Action Lanes. It can be hard to miss. Bon appetit yelpers and I hope you give this local creation a try! read more

Crispy & Fluffed Ice Cream - Bolo bao ice cream bun, toasted and warm ... yum - Desserts Near Me - El Monte, California

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House made ice cream flavors like jasmine tea, Thai tea, lavender. Then we have ice cream pressed in to a warm bread concoction called a bao, bolo bao to be exact. Reminds me of ice cream in a concha. There plenty of parking as this place is hidden on the side of the building. This place was a nice treat after dinner. read more

Pretty good ice cream place in SGV... good flavor and decent portions!! Just need more selections when you only sell ice creams!! Service was great!!! Tasting free to let customers try all different flavors... A small shop on the corner right across In n out burger place!! read more

Crispy & Fluffed Ice Cream - Taro n cookie cream n strawberry under!! - Desserts Near Me - El Monte, California

Was not disappointed in their bolo bao ice cream. Loved it with the black sesame flavor. Hit the spot and not too sweet! It was a really good dessert. Lots of parking around. read more

Crispy & Fluffed Ice Cream - Bolo bao with black sesame ice cream - Desserts Near Me - El Monte, California

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Super tasty new spot in El Monte! I got their ube ice cream in a pineapple bun (bolo bao) with sprinkles. I love ube! The ice cream was delicious and putting it in the bun took it to a whole new level. Since it was my first time coming in, the cashier was able to give some pointers and recommendations. He was just nice and helpful but once I saw the ube ice cream, I knew that was for me. Plus, this place is super cute. I loved all the small details that they added. I can't wait to go back again! read more

Crispy & Fluffed Ice Cream - Ube Bo Lo Bao - Desserts Near Me - El Monte, California

Quiet inside despite it being a Saturday afternoon. They ran out of the jasmine green tea flavor and also all drinks that have jasmine tea which was a big bummer. So I ended up getting the horchata and green tea flavors which were equally good but still can't beat the jasmine green tea flavor. Maybe I'll have better luck next time. read more

Crispy & Fluffed Ice Cream - Horchata and green tea flavored ice cream - Desserts Near Me - El Monte, California

Throwback in the hot summer days, it's time to search for a icy treat to cool off. Got on my phone and found this small cute ice cream and snack please in El Monte, CA. Parking is easy in a near private lot. There are indoor seating and limited outdoor seating. The shop owner is very nice and guide me through the menu. I decided to try one of their popular ice cream flavors-- Cookie Monster Outside the bolo bao is crispy and warm, tastes very buttery and milky; when you bite through the bao, it's the icy cold creamy ice cream. The hot & cold combination is the best !!! I'm very impressed and amazed by the flavors and texture. How can I miss this place before? read more

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The warm bolo bao always hits when it's cold! They have some games here to play as well. read more

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Came across this place because the nail place I go to is a couple of suites over and decided to try. I placed my order via DoorDash to avoid the waiting time as it was really hot out the day I ordered. I got their garlic parmesan fries and Hokkaido milk tea with rainbow jelly. Their garlic Parmesan fries was sooo yummy! The fries came with ranch (you can pick your dipping sauce) as well as their lemon aioli dip-- both very tasty dipping sauces. Definitely complimented the fries that much more. I liked their Hokkaido milk tea. It was sweet and creamy but I don't think the rainbow jelly paired well with it (I chose rainbow jelly as my topping so that was my fault lol). I originally wanted to get it with boba but the DoorDash app only allowed me to select rainbow jelly, or lychee jelly as a topping. When I came in to pick up my order, I did see boba as one of their topping selection for an extra charge. I guess I'd need to order in person next time to try it with boba. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Really great place. They don't seem to ever be busy so definitely hoping it'd pick up soon. Will for sure be coming back.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Amazing ice cream. The texture and taste are very well made. A bit hard to find though, being located at the back corner of a plaza. read more

Crispy & Fluffed Ice Cream - Horchata and Cookie Monster Ice Cream - Desserts Near Me - El Monte, California

Hands down my new favorite ice cream spot in El Monte. They have a lot of cool flavors that are absolutely delicious. I had a single scoop of Cookie Monster and it comes with two toppings for $3.25, that's like the cheapest single scoop I've had now a days. Also got to try a bo lo bao which comes with a single scoop of ice cream (splittable with two different flavors) and two toppings. The Bo lo bao is something that is a must try, it's super unique and I don't know if other places have it. Kind of like dimsum with ice cream. I would be back to try out some more of the special flavors. Best flavors and cheapest prices for ice cream in El Monte. read more

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LOCATION - The location itself is kind of hidden. It's in a plaza on Lower Azusa directly across from In-N-Out. When you enter the parking lot, go towards the right corner. There's plenty of parking but just look for it around the corner. FOOD - Came in for a quick dessert and I ordered the Crispy Bun with a half & half one scoop. I got the Horchata and Cookie Monster flavor. The ice cream was really good and it didn't melt too quickly. The bun was amazing! Crispy, warm, fluffy, and it wasn't sticky. Definitely a good combo and well worth it. I wanted to order a stuffed croissant as well but was told they no longer serve those. SERVICE - The gentleman in the front who helped us was really kind and helpful. It seems like a slow place but service and food is really good. Be sure to check it out! read more

Crispy & Fluffed Ice Cream - Crispy Bun with Horchata + Cookie Monster - Desserts Near Me - El Monte, California

Great Ice Cream! We loved it. Amazing, super sweet guy. Making local ice cream. It's delicious treats. I will be back again. I hope that this place gets the credit it deserves. I love the ice cream. And I will be back for more! read more

Crispy & Fluffed Ice Cream - Desserts Near Me - El Monte, California

EDITS: I changed the rating to four stars. Thank you to Alec for reaching out to explain the pricing. Turns out he gave me a discount but the miscommunication made me think something shady was going on. You can read his explanation in his reply to my review. I appreciate his honesty and look forward to visiting again :) Swung by for a quick afternoon treat. They are located on the very side of a large plaza, pretty hidden away but with plentiful parking. Just keep going past the bank and there will be a nail salon and the Crispy & Fluff. The shop itself is very small but very cute and bright. There wasn't anyone when I walked in but a staff member came out shortly afterward while I was browsing their ice cream options. Sesame ice cream in a bolo bao $3.25+$2.50=$5.75. Interestingly, I was charged a flat $6 and the receipt was not itemized so I'm not sure what the extra $0.25 charge was. I also paid in cash. The bolo bao was definitely delicious, hot, and crispy. I honestly would've been happy to have the Bao by itself but the sesame ice cream was very tasty as well, very smooth and creamy. I also saw that on the menu board, it said that step 3 was to choose two toppings for free but I wasn't even given the option to? I didn't know if it's because I got a bolo bao, the staff did not ask me what toppings I wanted or maybe it didn't include toppings. Yogurt green tea regular sized and lavender milk tea regular sized $3.00+$3.50=$6.50. Once again I noticed I was charged a flat $7 that I paid in cash...why did I get charged the extra $0.50 in this transaction? The yogurt green tea was good and refreshing and not too sweet but the lavender milk tea was on the sweet side. Anyways, I would come back but the pricing is so confusing and seems a bit shady so not too thrilled about that. What a shame though because I did like the items I got today and was interested in trying out the other items. read more

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Two of my favorite things to eat, Bolo Bao and ice cream. Now I can get both in one! Very creative concept. :) The shop is located in the Bank of America plaza in Lower Azusa, It's literally a hidden gem because it is sort of hidden LOL. It is next to BofA but you have to walk towards the side and you will see it. They serve different flavors of ice cream and you have the option to get it with Bolo Bao ($2.50), cup or the cone (original or pandan $1.00). you may also add 2 free toppings of your choice. I ordered the Bolo Bao with strawberry shortcake, but really I was hoping they have the black sesame and the cookies but they are not avaiable at the moment. I did not regret getting the strawberry shorcake, it tastes sooo good with the bun. The bun is served fresh and hot. I would love to come back to try more flavors and I hope the cookies will come back soon! read more

Crispy & Fluffed Ice Cream - Menu IG: @abgwhoeats - Desserts Near Me - El Monte, California

The store is located inside a plaza so there is plenty of parking. I tried the bolo bao with black sesame ice cream and a cup of coffee and cookies ice cream altho not my first choice. They were out of the flavor ice cream I wanted to try and the oreo crumbs topping. The bolo bao ice cream was sooo good tho they can still have 5 stars. The bao is served still hot and fresh. Such a unique concept. It's great! The staff was also really nice. read more

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After doing errands in the summer heat I suddenly craved an ice cream. I thought about going to this place because I haven't been for years or go to Baskin. I decided to go out of my way to Crispy & Fluffed (To try it again and to support local SMEs) and It did not disappoint. Very Good Quality Ice Cream! You can tell that's homemade and made with love. Although I chose basic flavors like vanilla and coffee, the flavor was splendid and I think they used real vanilla beans. I thought it was cheaper than going to Baskin. I highly recommend to come here to satisfy your sweet cravings and ALWAYS SUPPORT SMEs. Much love read more

Crispy & Fluffed Ice Cream - Coffee and vanilla - Desserts Near Me - El Monte, California

Absolutely the BEST Ice Cream in the 626. This is a Mom and Pop operation, and they make their ice cream fresh everyday. I was talking to Alex, and he comes in early in the morning to prepare his ice cream for the day. They even have Durian ice cream made fresh. The ice cream is creamy, not too sweet and lots of flavor. I was surprised by the little piece of fruit inside the ice cream, so you know, he is using fresh ingredients. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The vibe of the place is very clean and comfortable, feels like a ice cream shop.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Overall, I had a very pleasant experience with my family, keep up the good work Alex. read more

Super awesome dessert spot! The little shop is so cute and they have a wide array of Asian ice cream flavors. Highly recommend getting their ice cream inside a pineapple bun or even just their ice cream. Inside the shop are board games too, so a great late night place to hang out. I felt so bad asking to sample so many things, but the man at the counter was so nice! We starting eating before I could get photos haha. I will definitely go back again and take some photos next time! read more