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    Nhi R.

    Amazing value! Only $5 for a 9oz soft serve, enough to share between two people. Vanilla is vegan, fruit flavors are tart, really delicious. Additional flavors changed out daily. Prepackaged pints are 2 for $7.80. Very friendly customer service and cute indoor decor. Highly recommend!

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    Winston S.

    I was so excited to chomp the first bite that I forgot to take a picture until afterwards.. Brian and Jennifer are the owners and are so friendly and personable. It is rare to find the level of service and care that we need in hospitality and customer service. They have more Dole Whip flavors than any establishment I have ever found in person or online. They even have a root beer float swirl. Do you like Cactus Cooler soda? They have a unique swirl that can be made into a cactus cooler float, which is probably the only place that offers this. They post their flavors on Instagram regularly.

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    Nicole H.

    Hidden gem! So amazing! The Dole Whip tastes phenomenal! It tastes better than Disneyland--yes--I said it! On top of that, it's a MUCH better deal and "made with love" as the lady boss said! I just stumbled upon this place after having dinner at the Korean restaurant just a few doors down in the same plaza, and am so glad I did! The decor is super cute, island vibes! They have tons of flavors, but I just wanted the signature Dole Whip. Service is nice. Portions are huge! Thank you so much for these huge portions! AND, they had real fruit, a cherry, and tiki umbrella on top! The owners still have full-time jobs, so this shop is closed Monday and Tuesdays, but you gotta give them a try when they're open! It's their passion project. I can't say enough good things and am so happy I found this treasure in Garden Grove! Quality, quantity, service, etc. are wonderful. I WILL be back! I highly recommend!

    Andrew N.

    Came to check out this dessert place that just opened in the Korean district! Historically, the only place you can get Dole Whip was at Disneyland, but not you can get it in many places. What I really noticed about this is place is that the specialize in fruit soft serves with various flavors. It's also super affordable. Watermelon (5/5): Tastes super calm and sweet Mango (5/5): Tangy and sweet. Strawberry (5/5): Sweet I really liked this place and will come again when I'm craving desert

    Watermelon-sour apple Cherry-mango Pineapple-creamy honeydew
    Jed S.

    I just discovered my new addiction. First it's refreshing to see a place like this in Garden Grove of all places. Second it's refreshing, literally, to taste such an awesome assortment of flavors. I sampled almost all their flavors and they were all great! And even the samples themselves were huge. Third, the quality, all as smooth as a frozen dessert can be. Truly a dole whip wonderland! :) Fourth, great customer service. Nicest guys around. Long live this place!

    Amy P.

    The service here was so welcoming and efficient. Even when they're busy, they're very patient and take the time to help you out, which really makes the experience feel warm and personal. They also let you sample a variety of flavors, which is a nice touch. This is a family-owned business, and you can really tell everything is made with care and always served fresh. There are plenty of flavor options to choose from, which makes it fun to try something new each visit. We got the regular pineapple dole whip and the mango dole whip, and both were incredibly refreshing. The mango was especially bright and flavorful, perfect for a sweet treat. When you first walk in, the vibes feel like you're stepping into a whole new place, it's super decorative and inviting, with lots of seating areas to sit, relax, and chat with family and friends. Overall, it's such a cute and refreshing spot!

    Hailey T.

    It is a small shop with limited seating. Plaza has plenty of parking spaces. I highly recommend to get the pineapple one as it tastes very similar to the one at Disneyland. They also sell in pint

    Strawberry Lemonade swirl with chamoy powder
    Darlene N.

    One if my FAVORITE little hidden spots for when I'm craving fruity soft serve that is more than just your normal every day ice cream. I truly believe that although location is key, when you have good food, people will come regardless. Not to mention, amazing service, friendly servers, and an amazing pineapply atmosphere. I love the attention to little details like how they have the whole store scented with a tropical air freshener. And the whimsy cute decor. Their dole whip is with no contest and honestly the best that I've had. I've tried other prepackaged ones and pineapple dole whip at other locations but the consistency and texture of the recipe here is kind of unmatched if I'm being honest. It's like disney's dole whip but with a bunch of different flavors. My top pick right now is the mango dole whip with chamoy powder! My husband is partial to the OG pineapple float. Even then, every single flavor we've tried here does not disappoint. This last time, I had the Strawberry & Lemon swirl. Refreshing, tart, and they are SO generous with their portions. So far, I've taken a couple of my friends here and it's safe to say that this place has landed a spot on their yelp bookmarks and probably also melted into their hearts. If you're ever looking for something not too sweet, fruity and refreshing to end the night - please give this place a try. I promise you won't regret it!

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    Nancy H.

    Pineapple Lagoon sounds like a Spongebob reference, looks like a tropical tiki hut, and tastes amazinggggg! You can customize in multiple ways by combining flavors, adding on their various toppings, or making it into a dole float instead! Service is super quick and helpful. The portions were filling and they top it off with a cute umbrella! I got the small-sized pineapple and mango dole whip, which was refreshing, perfect tartness, and not too sweet. It definitely tastes like the one at Disney, maybe even better since it's not as expensive.

    Kerry L.

    Pineapple Lagoon is literally the goat of dessert spots. It's so cheap for a $5 cup and you get so much! Especially when I don't think I'd really be able to buy it off the shelf and get it myself unlike ice cream. They have bogo pint deals every once in awhile. Also no matter what size of cup you buy, you can get 3 flavors, and i'm pretty sure swirl whatever flavor even if it's not specifically on the menu(?) I's double check but really good flexibility! Service was also awesome with great staff and cute umbrella little topping on the cup.

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    Johnny N.

    A super underrated spot in Garden Grove! I've been here twice so far, and I've been impressed both times! I think Dole Whip is a super niche and untapped market, and I'm glad such a place opened near my house. The staff is super friendly, as they let you try some samples and explain the flavors/swirls. Everyone serves the desserts with a smile, and they seem to love their customers. I love their pineapple and raspberry flavors, since they have such a great balance of tart and sweet flavor, while not being overly sweet.

    Peach and mango with fresh strawberries and tajin
    Jenny T.

    Pineapple Lagoon really hits the spot after a long day of hiking! It's a small little shop in the corner of this plaza. I got a sample of pomegranate and peach and they were both delectable! Although I ended up choosing the peach. There are many flavors and swirls of flavors to choose from each day. They also have fresh fruits as well as other add-ons to your cup. I chose a peach and mango cup with fresh strawberries and tajin powder. I really loved how fresh and sweet the strawberries were, thy complemented my dessert very well! Out of the two, I loved the mango more. It was sweet and delicious and went well with the fresh strawberries add on I picked. They also had some deals for pints to bring home as well so that's pretty neat as well for next time.

    Kim T.

    They gave you so much so a small price!!! The owner was super sweet and the interior is really cute.

    9 oz cup, basically eating the rainbow!

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    Ask the Community - Pineapple Lagoon

    Is there a dairy free option?

    Yes ! Dole Whip is dairy free

    What are the hours?

    Wednesday 1pm -8pm Thursday 1 pm-8pm Friday 12pm-10pm… 

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    MyCha - Garden Grove

    4.1
    (803 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$

    10/10 Soft Serve Matcha and Hojicha - I absolutely loved this. It was everything I want in a…read moredessert, down to the perfect level of sweetness. The crunchy cone and smooth soft serve were a match made in heaven. Cost - $7.50 in total.

    Matcha Night Gone WRONG…read more.. After a delicious pho run, hubby and I were craving something sweet and wanted to try somewhere new. Hubby wasn't feeling the drive to Joe's, so naturally I opened Yelp and started hunting. We stumbled upon this spot located in a pretty busy plaza with restaurants, karaoke, pool tables, and bars, so there's definitely plenty happening around here for a fun night out. Unfortunately... the dessert was where the fun ended. Matcha Shaved Ice + Matcha/Hojicha Soft Serve -- $13.50 | 2/10 I was really looking forward to this one, but unfortunately it was a major miss for me. First, they were already out of red beans at 8pm, so I had to substitute them with waffle crumbs. Not a huge deal, but definitely not what I originally wanted. The bigger issue was the shaved ice itself. A good shaved ice should have that soft, fluffy, almost snow-like texture where the flavor is incorporated throughout the ice rather than feeling like you're just eating a pile of crunchy ice with syrup poured over the top. The best ones almost melt in your mouth and create that creamy, refreshing texture when paired with condensed milk, toppings, or soft serve. This one? Not that. The ice was extremely icy and hard, and it honestly tasted like they just poured matcha-flavored water/syrup over a mountain of ice. The matcha flavor didn't really soak into the shaved ice the way I expected, so instead of getting that smooth matcha flavor throughout every bite, I was getting... ice. The soft serve was probably the "better" part, but even with the matcha and hojicha soft serve mixed in, it couldn't save the shaved ice for me. And the mochi balls? SO squishy. I normally LOVE mochi, but these were not doing it for me tonight. It was fat & it just felt like a fat wet dough-ball. The biggest problem? We threw away more than 3/4 of it. And if you know me, you know I usually have a very hard time wasting dessert, or any food in general. I honestly haven't had a dessert this disappointing in quite some time. Would I come back? Nope. Would I recommend it? Unfortunately, no. Was the plaza fun? Absolutely! Maybe we just caught them on an off night, but based on this experience, I'll be sticking to my other shaved ice spots. Happy Desserts... but tonight, barely.

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    Ant's Ice Cream

    4.6
    (333 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    Came here on a weeknight and I love that this place is open late for those late-night ice cream…read morecravings! They have so many flavors to choose from, so there's definitely something for everyone. As a huge lychee fan, I immediately went for the lychee ice cream, and it was SO good! The lychee flavor was refreshing and came through really well without being too sweet. Ever since I tried it, I've honestly been wanting to go back and get it again. The shop itself is pretty small and it was busy when I went, but the service was still really good and everything moved pretty quickly. Overall, such a good spot for ice cream, especially if you're looking for somewhere open later. I'll definitely be back for the lychee!

    I had to leave a review because my experience was just farcical. How r u gna serve the most…read morestickiest gelato w/ the world's softest most delicate bendiest spoons and also take genuinely 15 min to receive 1 scoop of ice cream.. The system should be yall scooping it and then proceeding to check it out at the register... . ice cream waffles ice cream creations I can understand but for a scoop is insane. Service is also unobservant, and seems understaffed That being said, the feel and texture of their gelato is top tier.. It's sticky, flexible and ropey. Imagine a Chili's mozzarella stick cheese pull but gelato. I never struggled so much eating dessert, I'd come back because this is some good gelato. But I'm bringing my own utensils lol. It's some mixed feelings, overall what was supposed to be a joyous experience really just blew me so that's funny. Yes the pic is double spoon omg help was needed Please upgrade yall utensils

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    Somisomi

    4.3
    (527 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    Food: Somisomi is always delicious!! The upside down taiyaki is so good and for ice cream, their…read morecookies and cream soft serve is so good! You really can't go wrong with the flavors here and each week, they have new swirls (two flavors mixed), and they also have seasonal flavors. For example, in August, they launched their banana milk flavor which was so good if you are a fan of that banana candy flavor! For filling, I usually order the custard, but the Nutella is so good too! Service: The servers are always so nice and allow you to get as many toppings as you want at the end on top of the soft serve! Ambiance: Somisomi's are usually pretty small with no tables to sit. However, there are usually tables outside the location. The stores are always well lit, fun, and lively! Please try this for a sweet treat on a hot day that you can't go wrong with!

    SomiSomi!!! Hmmm where to start??…read more My go-to order? Cookies & Cream soft serve with Oreo crumbles, coconut flakes, and Nutella at the bottom. If happiness had a flavor, I'm pretty sure this would be it. The ah-boong cone is already amazing on its own, but adding that Nutella surprise at the bottom feels like finding money in your jacket pocket except better, because it's chocolate yay.. Everyone is incredibly friendly, patient, and always willing to explain the menu.. Parking at this location is surprisingly easy, which is a "W" given the OC life.. There aren't a ton of tables outside. But honestly, that's part of the charm. You'll see people hanging out.. chatting..standing with their ice cream or eating it in their cars which is the full immersive experience Inside seating is available, but when it gets busy, the place has a fun energy with people coming and going, all united by the pursuit of excellent soft serve. If you've never been, do yourself a favor and go. And if you're wondering what to order, Cookies & Cream with Oreo, coconut flakes, and Nutella is a life decision you probably won't regret.

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    Somisomi
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    Cauldron Ice Cream

    Cauldron Ice Cream

    4.1
    (3.1k reviews)
    7.2 mi
    $$

    Cauldron is amazing!…read more Used to enjoy the San Diego location frequently but they went out of business a few years ago. Was in the area this evening after a kids event and grabbed some Cauldron. Still fantastic! Made fresh, super creamy and delicious! My wife got the Puffle with Milk & Cereal flavor, enjoyed it a ton. Kids and I all got mint chocolate chip, VERY creamy with big chunks of chocolate. Wish we had one closer to home! Highly recommend.

    From the ads and pictures everything seemed cool. The way they make ice cream is unique and I'll…read moregive it that. So let's get to it. We ordered three things; mint chocolate chip, rose, and milk and cereal. All with a bubble waffle cone. The service was disappointing, the guy who worked there seemed like he didn't care and it was just another job. No life to him and was just rude about asking the code for the bathroom. The mint and chip is basic. Nothing too much about it. My kids like it, so I got it. Average 3/5. The rose ice cream tasted like a rose, it was pretty good and very floral. The disappointing part is I was hoping the ice cream would be shaped like a rose as depicted on the picture. Nope, just a scoop and left it as is. 5/5 for taste and 0/5 for presentation. The milk and cereal one was actually pretty good. Especially with Frosted Flakes in it. It literally taste like cereal. 5/5. I would give it a higher star if the service complimented it and th presentation of the rose ice cream did.

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    Will be right next door to Coastline Urgent Care.
    Will be right next door to Coastline Urgent Care.
    Ritter's Steam Kettle cooking is the far left building and Cauldron's will be next door.
    Ritter's Steam Kettle cooking is the far left building and Cauldron's will be next door.
    Milk & cereal! Since it's made fresh to order with liquid nitrogen, it takes forever to melt!..unlike at that other place..

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    Milk & cereal! Since it's made fresh to order with liquid nitrogen, it takes forever to melt!..unlike at that other place..
    tsun scoops

    tsun scoops

    4.4
    (182 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    Tsun Scoops is an anime-inspired ice cream shop that focuses on creative flavors, fun presentation,…read moreand a playful atmosphere. We walked into a space that stands out immediately with its themed decor, character designs, and little details that make it feel different from a typical ice cream spot. The shop has a strong personality without relying only on the theme, making it a place that works for both anime fans and anyone looking for unique desserts. The interior is compact but thoughtfully designed, with colorful artwork and small touches that reward a closer look. The biggest highlight is the rotating ice cream selection. The flavors go beyond the usual options, with combinations like ube, sea salt, yuzu orange, and other seasonal creations that give the menu a more adventurous feel. We appreciated that they offer samples before choosing, since the variety makes it hard to decide. The flavors are creative but still approachable, and the dairy-free options are a nice addition for people looking for alternatives. The ube had a rich, earthy sweetness, and the yuzu orange offered a bright, citrusy contrast that kept the tasting experience interesting. The texture of the ice cream was smooth and creamy, and the flavors were well balanced without relying on excessive sweetness. The presentation is also part of the experience. The anime-inspired names, cute designs, and collectible stickers that come with the scoops add a fun element that makes the visit feel more memorable. We noticed a mix of fans and families enjoying the space, and the overall energy of the shop is welcoming and playful. The small details, from the branding to the way the staff interacted with customers, made the visit feel more personal and engaging. Service was friendly and welcoming, and the staff were helpful when explaining the different flavors or letting us try options before committing. They were patient with questions and offered thoughtful recommendations based on what we were in the mood for. The space itself is on the smaller side, so seating can be limited and it may be better suited for grabbing a scoop and enjoying it nearby rather than spending a long time inside. The turnover moves quickly, and the staff manage the flow efficiently. Tsun Scoops is a great dessert stop if you are looking for something more unique than a standard ice cream shop. The combination of creative flavors, anime-inspired atmosphere, and small personal touches makes it feel like a place built around the experience as much as the ice cream itself, offering a visit that is both playful and satisfying.

    1. This flavor tasted good, and I love that it was nondairy!…read more2. The spot has fun casual vibes with an anime theme! The interior is cozy! 3. The staff was friendly and timely with my order! It was ready in less than 5 mins! 4. There are no seatings! 5. Parking lot is small, but it does not get too crowded! Note: I do not easily see a restroom available for customers! Photo: Reincarnated as a Lime

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    Matcha coconut (madoka matchika)
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