Salt & Straw is the OG PDX ice cream spot and you can never really go wrong with grabbing a sweet treat here. This location is on Alberta St where there is street parking all around the area. Currently, they are having some limited edition flavors from The Chocolatiers Series. Wifey and I ended up getting their Cake Batter Cookie Fudge and it was such a nice treat after our lunch. All of the staff here are very friendly and welcoming. There is a reason why this spot has over 1,000+ positive reviews! read more

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It's still the best ice cream in town. The frigid culinary pride of Portland! This location just doesn't do it for me in the same way that the other ones do. Parking is distinctly challenging. I'm really lucky if I can park within a block of the entrance. The line also seems to move very slowly most of the time. I usually give myself an extra buffer of time for this location, which also includes the typical time that I would spend in a line for this type of popular product. It has to be a special occasion for me to invest that much effort to indulge in quality ice cream. I do like that you can have unlimited samples and the staff is usually pretty friendly. I like that the flavors rotate seasonally and the bathroom is usually clean. Unfortunately, there's not much seating inside and there's also minimal options for sitting outside. This place is built well for people who will happen to be walking by on the sidewalk and feel like a scoop of ice cream while having no other immediate plans to follow... and also don't intend stick around to eat it. Maybe go grab a pint to go and call it compromise? read more

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After dinner, we stopped by Salt & Straw which is originally from Portland and I ordered the Honey lavender for the win. It was delicious and if you love lavender this is the flavor for you! They carry some unique flavors and also seasonal ones so check out the menu first! I do love how they also give you a small bite-sized spoonful tasting. So just ask and they will let you try their ice cream first. read more

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Salt and Straw is always an amazing place for ice cream! Hands down, my favorite place for ice cream. My go to is always the chocolate ooey gooey brownie, it's so good and not bitter at all. I love how they let you sample the ice cream before deciding. read more

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First time to the NE Alberta location. What a quaint little location! Same great flavors but really small location compared to others. read more

Salt & Straw - Split single cone of seasonal flavors Almond Brittle w/ Salted Ganache and Hot Chocolate Peppermint - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I visited Salt & Straw with really high hopes after hearing so much about it. While I can tell it's high-quality ice cream with a lot of care put into it, the flavors just weren't my type. We tried the Honey Lavender, Chocolate Gooey Brownie, and Strawberry Honey Balsamic. All of them were interesting, but personally, I felt the flavors weren't as bold or satisfying as I expected. read more

Salt & Straw - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Wow!!! Such a GEM! 10000% amazing! Best ice cream we've ever had! A must try, everyone was nice. I wish we had one of these in California! read more

Salt & Straw - Caramel ribbon - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

March has the best flavors, I've already been 4 times. I'm obsessed with pots of gold and marshmallow treats

The servers were so nice and let us try all the month's flavors. We all had vastly different tastes but all really liked this month's tomato gelato with olive brittle. read more

Salt & Straw - Tomato gelato - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Finding a Salt and Straw nearby on our trip was exciting. I had to get my favorite, Honey Lavender, and my husband tried the Oishii Strawberry Pretzel Salad. The shop had a great vibe, really inviting and fun. Unfortunately, the pretzels in my husband's flavor were soggy, so I would skip that one if you don't like soggy things. The staff were super friendly and offered free samples, which is always helpful when I'm exploring new flavors. The line was a bit long, but totally worth the wait! read more

Salt & Straw - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Salt & Straw absolutely blew me away! I got the Honey Lavender and Coffee flavors--WOW. The honey lavender was so smooth with just the right floral notes, not overpowering at all. And the coffee? Rich, bold, and totally addictive. Like the perfect iced latte but in creamy dreamy scoop form The vibe is chill, staff are super sweet, and they let you sample before choosing (love that). Plus, the ice cream is served in the cutest little cup--total Instagram moment! If you're in Portland, this spot is a must. 100% worth the stop. I'd come back just for that coffee scoop again read more

Salt & Straw - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

SALT AND STRAW is a must visit for us even though we have a few locations back at home, it's just not the same FEELING. I always buy the same flavor (HONEY LAVENDER) and now experimenting more with sampling their UNIQUE flavors. And trust me, THEY ARE DIFFERENT, which makes it more fun when visiting a SALT AND STRAW because of their generosity of sampling! - Street parking, came on a Monday, so parking was okay. No lines, and we were able to snag a seat and enjoy their ice cream inside with the AC and people watch! - Wasn't so welcoming, maybe because it was a MONDAY... but that wasn't important, since I'm not there to talk to them GOODLUCK and enjoy! read more

Salt & Straw - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Last Saturday, we were out enjoying the beautiful weather, passed by here - - and were surprised to see there was no line. Decided to pop in and check out if they had any vegan options - - YES!!! And I had choices :) No gluten free cones though but a cup works just fine for me. Delicious. read more

Salt & Straw - Dairy-free, vegan deliciousness's - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

OMG! I am a chicololic but you have to try their Caramel peanut butter brittle fudge (or close to this name). It is to die for!! read more

Salt & Straw - Caramel Peanut Brittle something and Chocolate Goey Brownie - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Fantastic ice cream. Awesome flavors and definitely one of the best in the country (I've lived coast to coast, 6 states) The place smells amazing even from two blocks away depending on which way the wind is blowing. We used to frequent the place more often for scoops but recently we either just grab pints or go or just go home... The scoopers have recently been lacking. Excellent customer service but apparently they need to get physical therapy for their broken wrist injuries. Literally the weakest, limp and inconsistent portions have been served to us the past half dozen times. It's ridiculous especially when you see the other server filling a bowl for a single scoop and you ordered a double and still see the bottom! Until they figure out a consistent portion system, better healthcare for injured scoopers or just get a scale and weigh it out; I will stick to a pint if I need S&S. Also just get to skip the line that way. read more

Tasty unique flavors! I ordered a single scoop of Salted, Malted, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough in a cup. Great flavor, good malted taste and fair serving size. Nice customer service, was able to try a few flavors before choosing. read more

Stopped for ice cream and it was really good the place is small and busy so you know their ice cream is delicious. Lots of flavours to choose from and I had a sample taste of a few! The ice cream server was nice and patient even though there was a line. Will definitely be back when in town! read more

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Always fun trying the new flavors of the month! Service is usually pretty great as well. There's not a ton of space inside tho so if it's a cold day be prepared for the weather. Have ice cream for dogs as well! read more

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This ice cream is amazing! Once through what is always a quick line, you can sample ALL the flavors. And you should, even the ones you don't think you'll like. The mad scientists over there know what they are doing. There are always new and interesting combos, and of course the old stand-bys when you just need the comfort of knowing you're getting your favorite. If you are in the shop long enough, you'll leave smelling faintly of waffle cone. Skip the toppings, everything you could ever want is already in the ice cream. Pro Tip- if you don't have time for the line, walk thru to the cooler, grab yourself pints and go directly to the register. You can even get cones to go! Don't forget to tip those scoopers. They work hard to be sure you try every flavor! read more

My partner and I love the Salt and Straw in Vegas so we had to come to Portland to try the original. We came on a good day as it was not busy at all. It was just us and a few kids. My partner really enjoyed it. read more

Salt & Straw - Seating area - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

A short line for deliciousness. We got coffee & love nuts and chocolate gooey brownie ice cream. The service was excellent and patient while we tried a few samples. She realized that she messed up on the order and redid the ice cream. The pumpkin spiced cone was really good. I loved the spices. There were only a few seats inside and there were a couple of seats outside. You can always count on Salt & Straw for a consistent, great ice cream. read more

Hands down the best ice cream in the country! It was real treat literally to go to the OG Salt & Straw. Yes, given that rep the line was a little long around 4pm on a Saturday but it did move quickly. Also, their freshly made cones are the best! That's coming from a guy who normally eats from the cup read more

Salt & Straw - Sea Salt w/ Caramel Ribbons - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I'm so happy to have researched a bit before hand the places that I wanted to check out and this ice cream place was highly talked about. There is only one place back in Minnesota that I can think of that is unique in flavor like this spot but not to this level. First of all you walk in and smells so good! The waffle cones smell so sweet and vanilla e ( not a word) but you get me. The had combos like strawberries with balsamic glaze, blue cheese, and other amazing ones. I went with a honey lavender and wow was that combo very beautiful. My partner got one that had a peanut butter chocolate combo I believe. I'm not huge on peanut butter but he said it was the best he's had. We also learned that parking in the area can be tricky but you are better off maybe parking a couple blocks away and then walking over as you get to see all the awesome restaurants in the area. I so wished they did shipping to order some ice cream back at home. read more

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Grabbed a Banana bread & jam (v) & also a huckle berry cornbread. Yum! Crowd is absolutely chaotic in the evenings! Good luck on a weekend Staff is so friendly & hard working. Hope this business is taking GOOD care of it's workers! read more

Salt & Straw - Single scoops in waffle cones - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Busy! Line out the door Sunday early pm Unique flavour combinations and if undecided, free samplings Small interior for walk up counter option only and a nice day offers outside bench seating read more

Salt & Straw - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This place is my go to for ice cream ! They have a new small collection of flavors every month and they always live up to the hype. Everyone is super friendly and the line can get long but it always moves fast . I'd definitely recommend anyone who has never try to come and get a scoop and trust me it will not be your last read more

Salt & Straw - Moberry pie single scoop - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I ordered a kid's cup of one of their seasonal flavors - The Great Candycopia. It was bourbon vanilla toffee ice cream filled with various bits of candy bars. Ice cream tasted freshly made. I will mention that this place is quite the wait! The line started about three stores down from the store and it took 42 minutes on a Friday night at 8pm to make it from that point to paying for ice cream. It didn't feel like that long, but we timed it to be sure. The store smelled great and had a really good music playlist. When we entered, 2000s pop was playing. Staff was super nice and we were able to try some samples before deciding on what we wanted. Samples were a decent size to taste too. Parking is street parking only. read more

Salt & Straw - The Great Candycopia - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Ah the original Salt & Straw in the cute neighborhood and cool inside design and paintings! Around 4-5 pm is the best time for no line. Any time after 8 it will take 45 minutes! I got my fav which is salted caramel with waffle cone! Taste like heaven! read more

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Long lines on a warm Sunday afternoon - but nice staff and yummy ice cream - EVEN dairy free! read more

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I don't know what's wrong with this ice cream but I just don't like it. Maybe the butterfat has been replaced with some other fat. I don't know. The service is great. read more

Same rating for Salt and Straw seriously!! Went out for some ice cream, and they have some new seasonal flavors for your taste buds. I tried the Baked Brie and Fig, wow! Delicious. I then sampled the Sour Cherry Pie, it's oh so good. I could have asked for a scoop of each but, no 1 flavor was perfect. I choose the Sour Cherry Pie in a waffle cup. So delicious with bits of pie mixed in. Go try before their gone!! read more

Salt & Straw - Sour Cherry Pie!!! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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As soon as you entered the place you can smell the waffle in the air. I ordered the honey lavender and peanut butter brittle on a waffle cone and it was delicious. read more

Salt & Straw - Honey Lavender & peanut butter brittle - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Is there coconut now in the honey lavender flavor? I usually really like salt & straw although very expensive. The texture is nice and flavors are good. I have been getting the honey lavender for years. Tonight it had a coconut flavor to it. I'm not sure if this is a new addition or a result of cross contamination through the scoops or the machine that makes it. Thank goodness I don't have a tree nut allergy but this is something that should be properly labeled. Service was as expected; getting customers in and out but not really being super engaging. There is always a long line but it goes somewhat fast. I wish there was better seating. I came with a big group and we couldn't sit on the wet benches outside. Some kids started smoking pot and it smelled horrible too. Overall, I would likely come back if I was invited again but I am very hesitant to get the honey lavender again. read more

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I ordered this for my son in Arizona because having a party. It shipped to the billing address rather than the shipping address and I am not getting any refund. I am not getting any communication only a promise a promise a promise. Be careful of these they do not refund your money or read more

This place is the best for different and tasty ice cream. All 5 of us made room for ice cream after a big lunch. It was great to taste some of the unique flavors. Kudos to them for giving us real spoons to sample(thanks for reducing the use of plastic on our environment!) Their flavors change which is a great way to make us come back for more! I'll be back! They're located across the waterfront. Parking is a challenge and there are only 2 benches to sit outside. Food: 5/5 - creamy and tasty ice cream Service: 5/5 - they had plenty of patience waiting to hear what flavors we chose. I couldn't decide which flavor for a scoop so the server was kind enough to let me choose 2 flavors. Ambiance: 5/5 - great vibe to the place Parking: 0/5 - a challenge finding parking in this area despite the 2 parking lots nearby. read more

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I've always been a fan of salt & straw because of their unique flavors. Perfect for a hot summer day & after eating next door. Wanted something on the more tart side, so I went with a single scoop of the strawberry honey balsamic with black pepper. Tart it was indeed. I couldn't really taste the honey or pepper, but it was still enjoyable. Strawberry flavor tasted like real strawberry & balsamic wasn't too strong to where it overpowered everything. Service was quick & efficient as orders were taken right as you got to the start of the counter. read more

Salt & Straw - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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The following statement is true about every Salt & Straw location I've ever patronized: an eclectic mix of classic, cavalier and avant-garde ice cream flavors, some of which will have you doing a double-take of the menu, scratching your head, and uttering an audible, involuntary "wut?" or "...why?" I mean, for realsies: deviled egg custard and smoked black tea? Cinnamon and honey fried chicken? Pear and bleu cheese? Who are these madmen? Several of these flavors sound like something Willy Wonka would come up after smoking an alarming amount of weed and taking a trip through that creepy boat tunnel of his. Munchie mind. It's a dangerous thing. And yet, somehow, Salt and Straw always manages to stick the landing. Try a sample, and prove me wrong! Even if a particular flavor isn't your cup of tea, there's no arguing that whatever bananas flavor you just tasted (other than banana) wasn't anywhere near as bad as you imagined it would be. In fact, you probably kinda liked it, even a little! I'm *still* waiting for them to make tomato ice cream (or bring it back, in case they ever had it, and I missed it). When an ice cream parlor can make Thanksgiving dinner into a succulent sorbet, it's time to stop questioning their sanity: the Mad Hatter has invited you to his tea party, so put on your top hat and coattails, because *you're going*, and there's no going back! I'll see you there. read more

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Choosing a flavor is pure agony! Everything you don't try is an opportunity missed. Final decision: Strawberry Balsamic with Black Pepper and Pear and Blue Cheese. The strawberry tastes real and the pepper makes it pop. The other scoop has chunks of poached pear interspersed with bits of blue cheese. Not too much, just enough to make it great. A visit to Portland feels incomplete without a trip to Salt & Straw. Make sure you stop by! read more

I wish Salt & Straw was in the east coast because the flavors are unique and the pricing is fair. And the best part? One of the smoothest ice cream I've ever had. There are some local chains in the DC area with unique flavors, but I'd say Salt & Straw is much preferred. I walked into this Salt & Straw this afternoon and the whole shop smelled like fresh waffle cones and sugar heaven. The employees there were friendly and helpful in terms of suggesting flavors that fit our taste buds and they let you sample them, too! I personally found the single scoop (5.50) to be too much and was glad that they offered a kids scoop (3.75) even though I'm not a kid. It was the perfect amount of ice cream for me! HONEY LAVENDER This flavor was recommended to me because I wanted something not too sweet and it was absolutely fantastic. First of all, the lavender was extremely floral and didn't feel artificial like other lavender based desserts I've had. And the honey only complemented and elevated the flavor of lavender. ARBEQUINA OLIVE OIL Olive oil ice cream??? Wow. The more unique and interesting it is, the more I wanted to try it. The flavor was very complex and ended with a nice olive oil after taste. I'm not familiar with Arbequina since it's local to Oregon (?) but this was definitely one of the most unique flavors (in terms of idea and taste) that I've had. Would recommend at least sampling! DOUBLE FOLD VANILLA Apparently twice the amount of vanilla beans in the ice cream as normal. To be fair, I only had a couple spoonfuls so it's hard to say, but I didn't think it taste anymore different than normal vanilla. I'd probably have to give it another chance. Honestly, there's so many unique ice cream flavors here and it's so hard to choose one. I wish I picked from the "Summer Picnic Series" - the DEVILED EGG CUSTARD W/ SMOKED BLACK TEA sounds so good. If I lived on the west coast, I'd probably be eating Salt & Straw way too much so maybe it's good that I didn't... read more

Salt & Straw - Honey Lavender (Kids Scoop) - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Went there because I was craving some ice cream! The ice cream tasted so delicious! People were nice, and it was kinda busy. But it was very good. This is why I gave them 5. read more