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You really can't go wrong with any of the flavors, but my favorites were the Ube and Rose Almond Cardamon. They were so authentic and so freaking good. The coconut base is just chefs kiss. You can also try samples of all the flavors. Their prices were reasonable and I love that you can get a split scoop for the same price The kid that served us today was so kind and helpful, definitely made it fun for us to be there. Will be back to grab some pints for sure!
when i first got here, i didn't realize it was vegan. i kinda didn't really want to try it, but i wanted to give it a fair try and see how coconut milk ice cream would be. the best flavor i tried was the marionberry cobbler. i feel the berry flavor masks the coconuttyness of the cream and the crispy oat cobbler part really went well with it. if there's any flavor to try here, i think that's really the one. with the coconut base, the fruity flavors go really well!
The ice cream and waffle are delicious, good music too! Price is fair for the product, and it is absolutely delicious with unique flavors!
Dairy free ice cream? Yes please! My lactose intolerance thanks you Kate. I visited in the summer and got to try the range of seasonal flavors before opting with to go with the peach crisp which I highly recommend! Light and fruity with a nice mix of oat crumble. And of course I couldn't say no to a fresh waffle cone!
Coming from Austin and not being vegan, I wasn't familiar with Kate's, but the ice cream here is genuinely great. I tried a seasonal sweet potato pie flavor and an ube flavor. Both were delicious and had clean, sweet flavors without any strong aftertaste, which can happen sometimes with vegan ice creams. The waffle cone is vegan too, and while bottom tip of the cone became more hard than crispy, I would still get the waffle cone again. They give free samples, and I love the double-sided sample spoons because it makes you feel less guilty about trying two flavors at once. The person who helped me was incredibly friendly and walked me through each flavor while I sampled. He explained the ingredients, what made each one unique, and which ones were seasonal. I ordered a split scoop in a waffle cone, and the portion felt close to a double scoop. Your mileage may vary, but if you're stuck between one scoop or two, consider the split scoop. A couple small tables inside and free self-serve water, although when I was there, most customers were taking their ice cream to walk with. Fantastic service, great flavors, and a fully vegan menu that even non-vegans will love.
Kate's Ice Cream is a plant-based and fully vegan Portland-based ice cream chain that was once voted the best vegan ice cream in the entire nation! This location is in Northwest Portland where there is street parking all around the area. Inside, they have a nice and cozy setup with a couple tables for seating. For their menu, they have a unique selection of different ice cream flavors to choose from. Wifey ended up getting the Marionberry Cobbler and I got the Orange Creamsicle. All of the staff very friendly and accommodating here. This is definitely one of the best ice cream shops in PDX!
This was my first time trying this ice cream shop, and it was great! The staff was friendly and offered me and my friends plenty of samples to try. Also inside is very cute with not a lot of seatings. I've heard Kate ice cream is known for their plant based ice cream flavors, and I was really impressed. They also use a lot of local ingredients, which is a great touch. Everything I tried was delicious, and I ended up going with the sweet corn and blueberry jam flavor. It was great although I did find it a bit too sweet after a while. Still, I'll definitely stop by again if I'm ever in the area!
I love everything about coming to this place. The ice cream is always so delicious and the sampling new flavors is so fun. The space is very cute as well lit, without the overwhelming lighting. Everything is gluten free and vegan!!! It's such a safe space for folks with a gluten allergy and makes me so happy because their cones are delicious. I make it a point to grab my ice cream on a regular.
It's vegan. Make sure you read that before going in (I know I did). I tried the ube and it was good but I landed on just what I wanted...the vanilla. You could kinda taste the difference but it was still pretty solid overall. The service was pretty quick. The kicker...they have flights!!!
Cute ice cream shop on 23rd. For vegan ice cream, it was really smooth and creamy. The cookie monster flavor has a light coconut flavor to it as does the ube! The coconut flavor pairs really well with the ube. While good, I do think it's a little expensive. I got the mini scoop and it was $5.25. My friends got the split scoop for $6 something which was a better deal as the scoops were a lot bigger and fairer.
Amazing vegan ice cream! They use coconut milk based for their ice cream. The texture is incredible and if I were blindfolded I wouldn't be able to tell it's vegan ice cream! The Cookie Monster flavor is great, but the Ube is by far my favorite. It's super rich and has a strong flavor. To get your money's worth, I recommend the split scoop for $6.25 which was basically two whole scoops. The mini scoop is very very small compared to the single scoop size.
On our mission to find vegan options in Portland (with a preference for 100% vegan places) we happened upon Kate's because of a sign outside. Visiting from LA, where we have been lucky to be close enough to Hug Life (now sadly closed permanently), vegan ice cream has a high bar but Kate's did it right! Really delicious, sad we don't have several stomachs so we could try every flavor!
Who knew plant-based and gluten free ice cream can be so good? The family stopped by after dinner for some ice cream. The staff were friendly and encouraged is to try different flavors. My kids opted for a scoop each of the triple chocolate brownie and cookie monster. My weakness is a good floral flavor ice cream and the rose water cardamom hit the spot. You can order your scoops by the flight, mini scoop, single scoop, solid scoop, double scoop, or triple scoop. You could also grab a point if your favorite flavor here too to bring home.
Came to Kate's Ice Cream for a dessert after dinner as I had it saved as a recommendation for my visit to Portland from a friend. My husband was shocked to learn that it was all plant-based, as he didn't realize it until we were enjoying our double scoop outside and only seeing the plant based signage while looking at the storefront xD We tried a few samples in store, but ended up ordering the Vanilla & Strawberry flavors for our double scoop. They were so creamy, you'd have no idea that they both don't contain any dairy. I love not having to worry about my lactose-intolerance and all their flavors were *not too sweet*. Service is fairly quick (as any line does move rather quickly). One unisex restroom available that was fairly clean. We found parking on a residential street nearby. read more
Traveled to Portland about a month ago and stumbled upon this place not far from where we were staying. All I can say is I wish I found it earlier in my trip! This was hands down the best ice cream I've EVER had and I had no clue it was plant based and GF until after I ate it which was such a plus! The inside was adorable and had warm colors throughout the store. They even had merch and their own products for purchase to bring home! I also love that they are so transparent about their ingredients. I got a strawberry shortcake crumble (i think?) and triple chocolate brownie. My girlfriend got mint chocolate chip and we both had the waffle cone. The woman behind the counter was also so generous and helpful. The ice cream was incredibly creamy and flavorful. The texture was perfect! Sometimes plant based ice cream can have a little bit of an icier texture, but this did not. I am pretty devastated since I live across the country in PA and cannot have this anymore. I have been thinking about this place non stop since I've returned home. Every time I want a sweet treat there is just nothing that compares. I love Kate's!! read more
Gluten, free, dairy, free review: If you're gluten and dairy free, I suggest you get in your car and take a trip to this place. The ice cream is so creamy you would have no idea that it is dairy free. The cones are delicious and guess what... We actually get a choice! I wish there was one in Vancouver, Washington! I'd probably just live there. The service was very kind and very patient. I love the inside with all the colors I will be coming back, probably as much as I can. read more
You really can't go wrong with any of the flavors, but my favorites were the Ube and Rose Almond Cardamon. They were so authentic and so freaking good. The coconut base is just chefs kiss. You can also try samples of all the flavors. Their prices were reasonable and I love that you can get a split scoop for the same price The kid that served us today was so kind and helpful, definitely made it fun for us to be there. Will be back to grab some pints for sure! read more
3 months ago
when i first got here, i didn't realize it was vegan. i kinda didn't really want to try it, but i wanted to give it a fair try and see how coconut milk ice cream would be. the best flavor i tried was the marionberry cobbler. i feel the berry flavor masks the coconuttyness of the cream and the crispy oat cobbler part really went well with it. if there's any flavor to try here, i think that's really the one. with the coconut base, the fruity flavors go really well! read more
25 days ago
The ice cream and waffle are delicious, good music too! Price is fair for the product, and it is absolutely delicious with unique flavors! read more
Dairy free ice cream? Yes please! My lactose intolerance thanks you Kate. I visited in the summer and got to try the range of seasonal flavors before opting with to go with the peach crisp which I highly recommend! Light and fruity with a nice mix of oat crumble. And of course I couldn't say no to a fresh waffle cone! read more
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Kate W.
We are so glad you came back to enjoy more flavors at Kate’s! We love…
Coming from Austin and not being vegan, I wasn't familiar with Kate's, but the ice cream here is genuinely great. I tried a seasonal sweet potato pie flavor and an ube flavor. Both were delicious and had clean, sweet flavors without any strong aftertaste, which can happen sometimes with vegan ice creams. The waffle cone is vegan too, and while bottom tip of the cone became more hard than crispy, I would still get the waffle cone again. They give free samples, and I love the double-sided sample spoons because it makes you feel less guilty about trying two flavors at once. The person who helped me was incredibly friendly and walked me through each flavor while I sampled. He explained the ingredients, what made each one unique, and which ones were seasonal. I ordered a split scoop in a waffle cone, and the portion felt close to a double scoop. Your mileage may vary, but if you're stuck between one scoop or two, consider the split scoop. A couple small tables inside and free self-serve water, although when I was there, most customers were taking their ice cream to walk with. Fantastic service, great flavors, and a fully vegan menu that even non-vegans will love. read more
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Kate W.
Thank you so much for coming in and enjoying Kate’s! We are thrilled…
5 months ago
Kate's Ice Cream is a plant-based and fully vegan Portland-based ice cream chain that was once voted the best vegan ice cream in the entire nation! This location is in Northwest Portland where there is street parking all around the area. Inside, they have a nice and cozy setup with a couple tables for seating. For their menu, they have a unique selection of different ice cream flavors to choose from. Wifey ended up getting the Marionberry Cobbler and I got the Orange Creamsicle. All of the staff very friendly and accommodating here. This is definitely one of the best ice cream shops in PDX! read more
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Kate W.
Wow thank you for this amazing feedback and review! We are so…
This was my first time trying this ice cream shop, and it was great! The staff was friendly and offered me and my friends plenty of samples to try. Also inside is very cute with not a lot of seatings. I've heard Kate ice cream is known for their plant based ice cream flavors, and I was really impressed. They also use a lot of local ingredients, which is a great touch. Everything I tried was delicious, and I ended up going with the sweet corn and blueberry jam flavor. It was great although I did find it a bit too sweet after a while. Still, I'll definitely stop by again if I'm ever in the area! read more
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Kate W.
Thank you for stopping by and trying Kate’s! We hope to have you in…
I love everything about coming to this place. The ice cream is always so delicious and the sampling new flavors is so fun. The space is very cute as well lit, without the overwhelming lighting. Everything is gluten free and vegan!!! It's such a safe space for folks with a gluten allergy and makes me so happy because their cones are delicious. I make it a point to grab my ice cream on a regular. read more
It's vegan. Make sure you read that before going in (I know I did). I tried the ube and it was good but I landed on just what I wanted...the vanilla. You could kinda taste the difference but it was still pretty solid overall. The service was pretty quick. The kicker...they have flights!!! read more
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Kate W.
Thank you for coming in and trying Kate’s! We hope you come again…
Cute ice cream shop on 23rd. For vegan ice cream, it was really smooth and creamy. The cookie monster flavor has a light coconut flavor to it as does the ube! The coconut flavor pairs really well with the ube. While good, I do think it's a little expensive. I got the mini scoop and it was $5.25. My friends got the split scoop for $6 something which was a better deal as the scoops were a lot bigger and fairer. read more
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Kate W.
Thank you for coming and try and Kate! Hope to have you in again soon.
Amazing vegan ice cream! They use coconut milk based for their ice cream. The texture is incredible and if I were blindfolded I wouldn't be able to tell it's vegan ice cream! The Cookie Monster flavor is great, but the Ube is by far my favorite. It's super rich and has a strong flavor. To get your money's worth, I recommend the split scoop for $6.25 which was basically two whole scoops. The mini scoop is very very small compared to the single scoop size. read more
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Kate W.
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2 months ago
4 months ago
On our mission to find vegan options in Portland (with a preference for 100% vegan places) we happened upon Kate's because of a sign outside. Visiting from LA, where we have been lucky to be close enough to Hug Life (now sadly closed permanently), vegan ice cream has a high bar but Kate's did it right! Really delicious, sad we don't have several stomachs so we could try every flavor! read more
Who knew plant-based and gluten free ice cream can be so good? The family stopped by after dinner for some ice cream. The staff were friendly and encouraged is to try different flavors. My kids opted for a scoop each of the triple chocolate brownie and cookie monster. My weakness is a good floral flavor ice cream and the rose water cardamom hit the spot. You can order your scoops by the flight, mini scoop, single scoop, solid scoop, double scoop, or triple scoop. You could also grab a point if your favorite flavor here too to bring home. read more
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Kate W.
Thank you so much for coming in and enjoying Kate’s! We are so glad…
Kate's Ice Cream is ranked the best ice cream in Portland for a reason! Walking in the store I was nervous since I had high hopes and medium expectations. I went with a friend who knew more about the establishment and assured me the ice cream was just as good as everyone says. After looking at the options for a bit, the worker, who was genuinely so kind and helpful gave me some samples and aided me in selecting the perfect flavor for that moment. I took my first few bites of ice cream and I was sold. What a delicious and exciting scoop of ice cream that was. In addition to the delicious flavors in my mouth the space was cute, welcoming and appropriate for the amount and kinds of clientele who visited the store during my visit. Although it was such good ice cream I do try and limit myself to just a few visits per month since it feels more like a special experience than a casual spot. Thank you Kate! read more
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Kate W.
Thank you so much for coming in and enjoying Kate’s! This is such a…
During my Portland foodie tour, I stopped by Kate's Ice Cream and it was everything a dairy-free dessert lover could want! This airy, modern spot serves up plant-based & gluten-free ice cream that doesn't compromise on flavor or texture. As an ice cream lover, I was delightfully surprised! I went for a small scoop of the Strawberry--a classic done right, made with coconut cream and swirled with housemade Oregon strawberry jam. The flavor was perfectly balanced--creamy, slightly tangy, and naturally sweet, with real fruit shining through. The shop itself was bright, welcoming, and perfect for a casual treat. Whether you're dairy-free, gluten-free, or just looking for amazing ice cream to try, Kate's is a must-visit in PDX! read more
Such an adorable 100 plant based ice cream shop, the ambiance entering it makes you instantly smile. The ascetics of the shop are inviting, the colors of the shop are warm and welcoming. The staff is very friendly. I ordered pistachio and it was delicious and the pistachio kick after is really nice. CC accepted. read more
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Kate W.
We are so glad you came in and enjoyed Kate’s! Can’t wait to have you…
i'm your biggest fan, i'll always stop by when i'm in the neighborhood, somehow my stomach always makes space, (even when i'm stuffed) plant-based, gluten-free, it's always a treat, you're bound to love, always so friendly and welcoming, (even when i'm absolutely nonplussed as to the flavor i'm feeling) samoa, butterscotch toffee, santa's cookies, peach are just some of my seasonal faves, cozy indoor seating, water, pints to go, ice cream sandwiches, pick up a pin while you're at it, thank you, Kate's, c ya next time! read more
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Kate W.
Thanks so much for your thorough review, Hamza! We really appreciate…
I think I'm not the target audience for vegan ice cream- I find that it's very hard to achieve the right textural consistency with them and they often end up all being too sweet for me, but the creative flavors at Kate's were worth a shot, and the staff are very friendly! The sweet corn and blueberry was nice for the summer, and marionberry is always lovely as a flavor of anything. It's definitely very expensive ice cream and you get tiny little scoops. I'd recommend it to my friends who have dietary restrictions but not necessarily those to have access to dairy based desserts. read more
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Kate W.
Thank you so much for coming and enjoying Kate’s! We hope to have you…
3 months ago
Wonderful place with some of the best plant based ice cream I've had! Servers are pleasant and welcoming. They let you take your time tasting the flavors. The seasonal flavors are creative and reflect what's fresh. They had a peach crumble, key lime pie and sweet corn with blueberry jam when we went in July. It's a clean space with a few seats indoors and lots of people enjoying their treats outside as well. Even if you don't have to have plant based, you should try it. May change your mind about how good it can be! read more
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Kate W.
Thank you so much for coming in and enjoying Kate’s! We are so glad…
1 year ago
So yummy and service was friendly! So many great flavors to try and I love that you can split a one scoop. Inside was small but roomy, there was a lot of seating for how small the space is- there is also more seating outside. read more
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Kate W.
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3 months ago
Love love love the ice cream. Cute place with great service and a dream come true to have an vegan place with all vegan ice cream read more
2 months ago
9 months ago
Amazing ice cream!!! Loved the service and they were very friendly and helpful. Ambiance was nice to sit and enjoy a nice scoop of ice cream with my family. Will be coming back to try the other flavors read more
2 years ago
Craving some yummy dairy-free ice cream that still tastes like real ice cream? You've found the right place! Food: I was drawn in by the seasonal Van Gogh flavor with "golden honeecomb stars" and ended up landing on the pistachio. I really appreciated the texture and consistency of the ice cream - it had the density of a typical ice cream but without the stereotypical vegan coconut milk flavor. I'd come back for this! Service: generous samples and super kind staff! Great experience. Ambiance: limited bench seating with 2 tables and 2 chairs. Nice to sit on the bench for a bit! Really simple cute vibe here. There's also a water jug and a bathroom! read more
3 months ago
1 year ago
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Kate W.
Thank you so much for coming in and enjoying Kate’s! We are so glad…
7 months ago
So glad to stumble upon Kate's Ice Cream, all plant based ice cream. The creamiest coconut based ice cream, you wouldn't know it was vegan! The service was great, the two you ladies that attended me were great, helpful and prepared a scrumptious vegan brownie ice cream sundae for me. Highly recommend. read more
Kate's Ice Cream has two locations, and this is their location on 23rd. Walking into it, it's a very bright and cute ice cream shop. The staff working there when I came was extremely friendly, good at conversation, and super helpful. He explained many of the different ice cream flavors and the ice cream making process, which was really interesting as all of the ice creams were vegan! We ultimately got the cookie monster flavor, but everything that we tried was delicious. Super delicious, friendly workers, and lots of fun flavors. Support this local business! read more
1 year ago
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Kate W.
Thank you so much for coming and enjoying a mini scoop! That means so…
4 months ago
1 year ago
has fun flavors that i enjoy every time. and not only is it accessible to nearly everyone being dairy- and gluten-free, but they also mark other ingredients that people could be sensitive to, especially important when people with one sensitivity often have others workers are always super friendly too read more
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Kate W.
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1430 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97210
Northwest, Alphabet District
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