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    Pincho Loco

    4.8 (197 reviews)
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    Jenny D.

    A really cute small hole in the wall that I wouldn't have known about unless someone had told me. Decided to stop here on a Sunday and it may be a little bit difficult to find parking on some days, but we parked across the street. The store itself is pretty small, but they have a lot of different things to choose from and the variety is really awesome. From putting to ice cream to paletas and mangonadas. I got the banana pudding ice cream which was great. My boyfriend was so excited to see they had Arroz con leche Overall, it's a little bit out of the way for us, but I could definitely see us coming back!

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    Glenn G.

    We love little mom and pop shops like this, especially when they offer us new treats from other cultures. I do recall stopping in a long time ago and getting some ice cream, but on this visit, we just got some rice pudding since we weren't exactly hungry. Service was very friendly and thanked us. I'm happy to support immigrant-owned businesses.

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    Rahima J.

    Wow, what a great vibe and ice cream. They have so many paletas, ice cream, and other options. I was so tempted to get the mangonada but I got one of their seasonal flavors and it did not disappoint. I wish I could come back here over and over again!

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    Akira K.

    Always a nice place to go for dessert. Got the guava popsicle and a tres leches small cup. I tend to try something different every time I stop by.

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    Andrea A.

    Can't believe this is the first time I've been to Pincho Loco! I got a scoop of the Banana Pudding ice cream, which was delicious- perfect amount of banana flavor & loved the soft nilla wafers. Convenient (but easy to miss) location on a corner of 9th St, lots of free parking nearby. Fast service, spacious & nice ambiance. 10/10 would recommend.

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    Esther N.

    Great choices. So many different things to choose from. Fast service. It seems they are Salvadoran . The desserts are amazing. Lots of flavors. Small but lots of seating.

    Hannah D.

    We loved this place! The owner was super friendly and welcomed us immediately, there was no line to order and we didn't feel rushed to make a decision while looking at the menu. He let us sample anything flavor ice cream wanted, including tequila ice cream - that is a MUST try. I'm bummed I don't live in Durham to be eating this ice cream more often, but next time we are in town we'll be there! Ambience was fun and energetic - would recommend for a date night or outing with friends.

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    Jalen D.

    Love love love Pincho Loco! Such a cute local spot! The ice cream is super creamy and flavorful. Definitely try the cotton candy. Staff was friendly, and the vibe is fun and welcoming. Perfect for a summer treat or quick dessert stop. I'll be back to try the ice cream cake slices and ice cream cupcakes!

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    Christeen J.

    Pincho Loco is a must-visit in Durham! Delicious ice cream with unique Mexican flavors, plus tasty snacks like elotes and chamoy treats. Fun vibe, friendly staff--perfect for a quick sweet (or spicy) fix!

    Mango sorbet, pistachio, lemon sorbet
    Emily O.

    Friends loved the mango sorbet. My personal favorite gelato flavor is pistachio so of course I had to get this. Loved it. It is milky and creamy and decadent. I would definitely come here again after meals on ninth street! The inside is a nostalgic ice cream parlor feel.

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    Raelynn V.

    A beautiful family-owned shop with unique artsy decor and incredibly kind employees. There are many flavor options and toppings, and even paletas for those who are not in the mood for ice cream. The cappuccino crunch was incredible, and the salted caramel was flavored perfectly. I cannot wait to come back.

    Bourbon truffle ice cream
    Andrea I.

    Fun family-owned ice cream shop with unique and classic flavours! They were kind to let my partner and I try a few flavours before we landed on our final choices. I had the truffle bourbon scooped in a perfectly crispy waffle cone. Highly recommend!

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    Michelle L.

    Pincho_loco is a cute little eclectic hidden gem on 9th St Durham that serves a variety of ice cream, floats, gelato, etc! We ordered: Cappuccino crunch ice cream cone - So creamy! Loved the coffee taste and chocolate chunks. Would come back for this! Coke-float - My friend prefers this over a root beer float! Overall, loved this dessert shop!

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    They're always so nice! And everything is amazing that I've tried thus far. The churro sundae is one of my favorites!

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    Very good customer service!! Had the tiger tail ice cream, which was delicious! I will definitely be back

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    Stumbled upon the Pincho Loco today. Loving the guayaba paleta and tequila ice cream! We will definitely return.

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    We love the music, the set up, the lighting and the location. The popsicles are good too.

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    9 years ago

    Much better than the competition. Real fruit in every nibble of the popsicle. Churro sundae is a sugar high... but what would you expect?

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