This is the best ice cream I have ever had! They had unique flavors along with the classics! The line was long, but moved so so fast! Our group was able to take our time trying all of the flavors we were eyeing in line and get exactly what we wanted. The staff was so wonderful and most pleasant by serving every person with a bubbly smile! This establishment is the perfect touch to the up-and-coming downtown Vancouver! read more

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Amazing!!! The coffee flavor was so delicious!!! The ice cream was so fresh! The flavors are innovative and ingredients are bursting with flavors! read more

Salt & Straw - Coffee & Love Nuts - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Excellent ice cream and excellent service. They give you unlimited samples which is hard to beat. I got the bananas foster ice cream and my eyes were rolling into my head with every bite, 1000% recommend. read more

I went for the limited edition Creepy Crawling Critters, a described "Matcha Ice Cream with chocolate covered crickets and toffee-brittle mealworms". I find the bugs to be an exciting edition to the ice cream, but I am WHOLLY disappointed in the main flavor. This is NOT matcha flavoring!! The ice cream is more of a regular green tea flavor, like the kind you get in those cheap frozen mochi balls at Safeway or Trader Joe's. I am a huge matcha fan, so I know the difference. I hope they change the description to better represent the flavor. I will go again and try one of their regular ice cream flavors in the future, and will update my review then. read more

The group I was with wanted ice cream so we found this place. It was pretty busy when we went so expect a wait of some sort. They let you sample the flavors so you don't end up with something you don't like. I tried salted caramel (wasn't a fan, too salty tasting for my liking) and I gave the snickerdoodle a try (so tasty!). One scoop is kind of pricey coming in around $5.75 I believe it what. It's extra for a cone (expected) and a 50 cent charge for whipped cream. The staff were all really nice but they want to move you along (understandable) so they can get the line moving. Overall I'd go again but maybe not with a group, when I'm the one buying. It is conveniently located by a nice view but there really isn't anywhere to sit nearby. read more

We got lucky, walking up to Salt & Straw on a hot summer Saturday evening at 6:30 with no line to speak of. An hour later when we walked by back to the car the line was down the block. We came in July, their berry flavor month. I have to say, in my opinion, sometimes Salt & Straw tries too hard to get creative with their flavors. The huckleberry ice cream had cornbread in it. Who wants cornbread in their ice cream? It didn't feel nice in my mouth when I tried a sample. The wild foraged slab pie was the same for me. They also had birthday cakes & blackberries & strawberry banana bread (again-same theme of cakey-bready-crusty to interrupt the smooth feel of icecream in your mouth). The only flavor in July that doesn't have that "theme" is Goat Cheese, Marionberry Habenero. Sorry but that didn't sound good either. So I had to fall back on Coffee & Love Nuts and since I like chocolate I broke down and got Chocolate Gooey Brownie-their only choice with a chocolate based. Sigh...They were good flavors in a split scoop. It was a hot day, like I said, so they gave me a cup in case my cone melted too fast. It did and the cup came in handy. There's not really anywhere to sit so don't plan on staying once you buy your ice cream. We walked in the water feature along the waterfront which felt great! For all the hype about Salt & Straw, and as happy as I am they have jumped over the river...I have to say they just aren't my favorite any more with so many other scoop shops around. They are spendy too so that doesn't help. read more

Excellent and with creatively named choices. The ice cream was very good. The service was very good and hospitable. read more

Never a fail. So good yumm! Weirds flavors all good stuff. Sorry one hand typing. Eating cone right now. Delicious! read more

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For just having opened today they were able to keep the line moving quickly without making it feel like you're being rushed. The monthly flavors are vegan this month and were quite delicious! Had a split scoop of the marionberry cobbler and the death by chocolate - could have fooled me that they're dairy free! Looking forward to many more scoops while strolling the waterfront or a little treat after a meal nearby. read more

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There is always a line but yummy pear & blue cheese and honey lavender are my favorites!!! read more

Salt & Straw - Honey Lavender and Pear & Blue Cheese combo! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Love salt & straw but wouldn't say it's the BEST ice cream. It has unique flavors and tons of combinations for pretty much anyone in your group to enjoy. If you're not an adventurer foodie, avoid the weird flavors unless you give them a sample first. service is really great at the waterfront location. It's an awesome spot to get a scoop and enjoy the views of the waterfront. Line can get long so eat ice cream BEFORE dinner read more

I love this place, it's great now that we have one in Vancouver so I don't have to drive to Portland for some great tasting ice cream. I enjoy getting the honey lavender or the salted Carmel with ribbons is so good! The employees are always super nice and informative on the flavors. It's pretty clean and well kept as well. Tonight I got ice cream, I got the Carmel with the ribbons again and I feel I got a skimpy single scoop. Compared to my sisters sized scoop...will still come here as always. read more

Salt & Straw - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

I understand why there's a long line for this place! While there's zero parking for this location (get it together, waterfront!) it still has a great location being so close to other places. The aforementioned line was long but truly sped along pretty quickly so shoutout to the staff for being so on top of things on a busy Friday night! You can smell the waffle cones from down the street and the assortment of flavors was awesome to see. The gal who took care of us was extra generous with our "one scoop" for the cups which was really appreciated and deserved an extra tip. This was my second time being here and I would absolutely come down again to try out more flavors. Great experience, 5/5! read more

First and foremost, if you go midday, you might not have to wait in a long line. It's AMAZING!!! They let us try so many flavors. The Honey Lavender is so good...but I really love lavender. The Balsamic Strawberry Black Pepper is a must, it sounds bizarre, but is the perfect blend. If you prefer the traditional route, the Salted Carmel was my favorite. I recommend doing the "split scoop" so you can have 2 choices. Also, don't be afraid to try things, they were very helpful and generous with the samples. Friendly service and incredible ice cream, you can't go wrong with this place!!! read more

When I saw the line I said umm for ice cream? then I ordered it through doordash and quickly understood why. Seriously the best iced cream I've ever tasted! I can see why people wait in long lines for this. I honestly think now I would too, but hey door dash for the win! no lines and fast delivery. read more

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$4.68 plus an obligated by guilt tip for this tiny poo emoji. You can be the judge of that. read more

Salt & Straw - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

They stingy as hell w these scoops. Almost $6 for abt 5 bites of ice cream and you gonna be waiting in line for 15 mins

Loved it! You can try as many flavors as you'd like. They have gluten free and vegan options! Prices were decent. Very great service and cute place, has some outdoor seating. Would definitely come back! read more

Since I'm visiting from the East Coast I really wanted to try Salt & Straw. They have a recipe book which is how I heard of them. So this is a lovely spot by the river. It's a nice afternoon treat to get ice cream and then be down by the water. The flavor selections are some of the most unusual I have ever seen. I have never seen ice cream, yet, made with cheese flavors or olive oil. I went with the caramel stripe and the fudgy brownie. They do have scoops which is great so you don't have to really fill up to get more than one flavor. My friend got the lavender. None of the flavors disappointed, they were excellent and creamy. My local friends feel the prices are high but compared to places on the East Coast they're kind of average for a scoop shop. If you sign up quickly for email you'll get a code for 10% off. The unusual flavors and Vancouver location make it a place to check out at least once. There was a line but it was very fast moving. The service staff was funny and polite and patient with multiple requests for tastings. Thumbs up! read more

The nicest staff ever!! They all complimented my silly shirt. The ice cream flavors are great and original. I knew I had to go in because the line was so long and moving fast and I was just finishing my run. 10/10 recommend strawberry balsamic flavor read more

Amazing and unique flavors, which also changes other than the classics I believe. The location was clean and organized and had amazing natural lighting with their windows. Absolutely friendly staff. I love how you can try multiple flavors and as you are given a tasting spoon you are given an explanation. Will make this a revisit any time we go to the fountain read more

My daughter and I went tonight and brought 3 of my grandchildren with us. Service was efficient and the staff were friendly and all had smiles on their faces. We each had a waffle cone with split scoops. Between us we tried chocolate gooey brownie, vanilla salted Caramel, double fold vanilla, death by chocolate cake, red velvet cake, and salted malted cookie dough. The lighting in the building is beautiful and the smells of waffle cones make it a sensory delight making the atmosphere enjoyable. read more

Went on Saturday evening and it was fabulous! Line moved quickly, staff was helpful in flavor profiles and you could tell they like their work, got a double scoop and of Caramel and cookie dough. I tried Lavender honey and it was sweet and delicious then I tried the pear and blue cheese and was an interesting pairing but not horrible as I anticipated. Overall a good experience at one of our favorite place! Glad this one on the waterfront is as good as the ones in Portland. read more

My repeat ice cream place.... and I'm lactose intolerant -- Worth it every single time. 10/10 would recommend.

This ice cream shop is out of this world! Grady (the BIG SCOOPER) is such a great employee! So few are as enthusiastic as he was at his job. Thank you for making ice cream an even more fun experience!!! Cheers to a great crew! read more

Great location. Popped in on a Sunday at noon and it wasn't too busy at all. Service was A1, only negative here is that the space is a bit smaller compared to other locations. Nonetheless same quality of ice cream you expect from all locations read more

The ice cream was amazing!! We signed up for emails and got a buy one get one single scoop free promo. We got malted chocolate cookie dough, marionberry and strawberry cheesecake. They were so delicious I'm so glad we now have a salt and straw nearby! The kids loved the flavors, it was not too busy and they let the kids taste test a bunch of flavors before deciding what they wanted. Success!! read more

Stopped by on a trip from Portland; the employee who helped us was so kind with samples and excited to talk about all the options. Genuinely some of the best ice cream we've ever had ! You've gotta get a waffle cone too, the smell alone is worth it read more

Coffee and Love Nuts for the win. Line looks long but goes fast. Always worth the visit.

Been to this location several times now and was there tonight. The scoop sizes have been constantly very small each time. $6.50 (one scoop in a cup) for a few bites of ice cream is off putting and disappointing; not a good value. I say this as a long term fan that has seen reduced quality and portion sizes shrink compared to several years ago. The flavor profiles just aren't what they used to be. We live fairly close to this location but probably won't be back anytime soon. read more

Yummy ice cream awesome location in Vancouver on the waterfront. Friendly staff and who doesn't like ice cream

Long waiting time. Split the lines for people who know what they want and others who would like to taste it all.

We stopped by on a whim to pick up pints of the Salted, Malted, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough for him and Pear & Blue Cheese for me. We were both really looking forward to it just because this brand gets such rave reactions but we were incredibly underwhelmed. He said the cookie dough was good, but the distribution of chocolate to vanilla was poor and the depth of flavor wasn't there. Same applies to the Pear & Blue Cheese. I love interesting contrasts in flavors as an enthusiastic cook and wannabe baker, but this wasn't it. I've never had ice cream like this that was full cream, yet not creamy. You have to search for the blue cheese on your tongue and the texture of the pears makes for a gritty mouthfeel. So disappointed after spending $30 for two pints. The location is tricky for parking so we will won't return to give it a second chance. Jeni's is similarly priced (though not local) and just way better ice cream. read more

efficient survice with knowledgable staff, we are stoked to have a good ice cream place in Clark County, just bummed they didn't have sundae toppings (not sure if they were out or did away with them altogether) read more

Best ice cream, I'm so excited that a Vancouver location opened up! I've been driving an hour to go to Portland every time for years!