Ice cream calls for a pleasant moment of pure bliss, but that was not the case this time. The overall experience was a total failure: we waited for this ice cream for forever, and it was not a matter of how many people were in line but due to just one employee being in charge of prepping the ice cream and it took him literally an indescribable amount of time to prepare it. Then the texture was so off, something you would never expect from an ice cream. But the worst part was that it was literally flavourless. Definitely an experience to avoid. read more

Simply Rolled Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

After hot day in downtown Cincinnati today it was time for a cool treat! After dinner, and before a show, we cooled off at the Simply Rolled shop. Options for ice cream and toppings were many and the prep was fun to watch. The food was excellent and service attentive. Plenty of indoor seating and just off of Washington Park, this place is a gem. read more

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Interesting flavors - got the green tea matcha / raspberry mix. Difficult to eat with a plastic spoon, but it was really tasty. Would try it again. Staff was friendly. read more

If you're looking for absolutely delicious ice cream, Simply Rolled is your new favorite spot, I promise. We had vanilla, and vegan chocolate with several mix-ins and toppings. Both were delicious, but the vegan chocolate was out of this world. Better than any regular chocolate ice cream I've had. It's so creamy. I suggest getting mix-ins, and toppings. If you only get toppings, there is only a little room on top, and then once you eat the first few bites, you have just plain ice cream for most of the bowl. The staff was friendly, patient, and very helpful. All allergens are clearly marked on the menu, which I very much appreciate. There were plenty of vegan/dairy free and gluten free options! My daughter has a couple allergies, and the employee was happy to explain and answer questions. The bowls were $9, but they easily feed 2 people in my opinion. Even if you don't split a bowl, it's a fair price for the quality of ingredients, the good vibes and staff, and the fun of watching it being made right in front of your eyes. My kids loved it! read more

Simply Rolled Ice Cream - Plenty of indoor seating, super fun and cute vibes. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I had a very disappointing experience at Simply Rolled in Cincinnati. Yesterday, I ordered a rolled ice cream with a chocolate base, mixed with Nutella and strawberry, and asked for strawberry, banana, Nutella, and raspberry as toppings. First of all, they didn't have the chocolate base, but no one informed me. Instead, they just used vanilla ice cream mixed with Nesquik cocoa a completely different flavor and not what I asked for. On top of that, they replaced raspberries with blueberries (again, without telling me), and didn't add any Nutella on top as requested. What's worse is that they made all these changes without saying a word or giving me a choice. That's not acceptable. I don't even want to give one star it's a shame. I will never go back, and I definitely don't recommend this place to anyone. If you care about getting what you actually order, this is not the place for you. read more

Simply Rolled Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Really wanted to try it but we had our restless toddler in tow and it was way too long of a wait so we had to leave. This place needs more than 1 person doing everything especially when it's nice out on a weekend when many families come out to get ice cream. read more

Rolled ice cream is a great concept, but truth be told, it doesn't taste anything too different than regular ice cream. It's really just a more cumbersome process of making it I think! There's different combination that you can try and I did try the green tea + berries and thought it was a bit too sweet for my taste. But, that wasn't too surprising, as I think condensed milk was part of the things that was mixed into the rolled ice cream as well. Overall, the ice cream was ok. I really wished I could taste more of a green tea in an ice cream. I also wished there's a bit more toppings given the price (they put a bit of blue berries in the rolled ice cream as well..but probably not more than a few of them). If you've never tried it, by all means, give this shop a chance and try it. It's a little pricey for $7.99, but that's how inflation affected pricing everywhere nowadays. The place was clean and the ice cream product was totally instagram-able. The other minus was...the restroom was out of order. So, it wasn't convenient to be eating all the ice cream, feeling cold..and couldn't go to a restroom! read more

Simply Rolled Ice Cream - Matcha berry (green tea based ice cream with condensed milk, blueberries+raspberries) $7.99 - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Listen up yall, ice cream??? More like nice cream. It was very peaceful, and the music was playing treasure by Bruno Mars. Talk about terrific tunes. The nice man working was the best and had our ice cream ready quick and did not hesitate to ask us how our day was. Service was fantastic. Fo real. read more

Walked by many times when it was closed but thought I would like this. Finally found it open and in I went. You can build your own creation, or pick from a featured one. I chose Smores, and was so glad I did. They mix the ingredients - in my case graham crackers, chocolate, marshmello cream and vanilla ice cream - place it on a frozen service, and after mixing spread it ultra thin and roll up. Service was good, even though everyone is made to order while you wait. Cost was $7.75 and I think that's very reasonable for the product. Such a treat during this hot wave we're in. Can't wait to go back and try another! read more

Simply Rolled Ice Cream - Smores treat for a hot hot day. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

On an UNEXPECTEDLY SWELTERING HOT DAY after hanging out at Washington Park with the two doggies (my daughter and her roommate have dubbed me their "go to" guy to puppysit while they are off gallivanting across the friggin' fruited plain. LOL) ANY-HOW...the Strawberry Serenity was SO yummy...I ended up getting one to go, just to share with the dogs...or maybe just for me...does it matter - stay outta my business! LOL. read more

$6.50 for a signature roll, or you can create-your-own cup with unlimited toppings. Place your order at the register and then watch your ice cream get rolled! PROS: It's a fun experience if you never had rolled ice cream before. Once the novelty of rolled ice cream has worn off, I still recommend this treat if you want to try out different combinations of flavors and toppings. CONS: Seating is limited, and service can be slow. Presentation of ice cream can sometimes be a bit sloppy. read more

Simply Rolled Ice Cream - #6. Matcha Berry Roll - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

This dessert was absolutely delicious!!!! If you are in Cincy please go to this establishment, you won't be disappointed. The ice cream is made from scratch and right in front of you. At first we were skeptical of rolled ice cream and didn't know what to expect. My fiancé ordered the Oreo ice cream and I had the mango. Both were so good! I'm glad we found this spot. We will definitely be back again! read more

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Simply Rolled's concept of ice cream is both unique and delicious. The finished product is just about the only good thing about this business though. It's a shame as they could be capitalizing on a high demand, but instead Simply Rolled is far too understaffed to make this a quick enjoyable place to get some ice cream. My wife and I visited on a Friday night. We waited just under 30 minutes for our ice cream. You can call ahead to order, yet the two folks that I noticed come in for their call ahead orders were informed their ice cream wasn't ready and they would need to wait as well. Oh, and there were about 6 DoorDash orders that the workers would alternate preparing between the orders for the customers in the store. With only two people working, they were visibly stressed and overwhelmed. Preparing a single bowl takes about 6-7 minutes I'd guess. When a party of four walked in, I could see the dread in one of the worker's eyes as he glanced at the clock. I truly felt bad for them. They need help. Yes, it was a busy Friday night, but this is always the case anytime I visit. Even on weeknights. My wife received her order first and waited, and waited, and waited for mine to be ready so we could enjoy together. It somewhat ruined the experience. Not to mention the overall vibe of a bunch of people sitting around awkwardly also thinking "wow, this is taking forever." If you're going to implement a business where each serving takes about 8-10 minutes per customer including payment, hire the appropriate amount of staff to facilitate that structure. I like the ice cream. I really do. But the wait and overall experience outweighs the tasty little rolls. Bolster your staffing to accommodate the clear demand. read more

Simply Rolled Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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I love this ice cream! Creative spin on a classic dessert. My go-to flavor is cookies and cream. The lines are long, but they move fast. Also, perfection can't be rushed! Great for a midday or after-dinner treat. read more

Service was fast, it was cool to watch, and tasted delicious! I would say the price is comparable to any other ice cream shop if you got two scoops. There is more than you think in the cup. read more

Simply Rolled Ice Cream - #2. Strawberry Serenity Roll - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

This place is always awesome. I enjoy going here even in the winter. I would check it out if you enjoy ice cream it's fun and delicious!

Simply Rolled is a can't-miss destination if you enjoy ice cream! I feel like I've been living a sheltered existing until now. Recommended by a friend, we stopped in for a little dessert after dining nearby. Wow! Not only is the ice cream heavenly, it's also an experience. You can stand and watch the staff create your selection -- sort of like a Japanese restaurant where the entrees are prepared right at your table. For my first visit, I ordered the Salty Caramel Pretzel. Yum! I enjoyed each and every bite. My husband chose the "create your own" path with a brownie batter base, peanut butter cups and hot fudge. I didn't try a bite but it sure looked delicious. When we go back, I'm dying to try to Strawberry Serenity. So what are you waiting for? They're open until 10 pm Sunday through Thursday and until 11 on Friday and Saturday. Your ice cream utopia awaits. Bon appetit! read more

Simply Rolled Ice Cream - Salty Caramel Pretzel - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

This is a great ice cream parlor. They make it in front of you on a cold steel plate. Once you choose your liquid base and mix-ins, they chop it all together on a cold surface and it turns into thin layer of solid ice, that is next scraped into rolls of ice cream. It takes a lot of time and labor, but you get a personalized dessert made-to-order on the spot. You can also choose toppings. I am vanilla plain ice cream type of guy, but I like this once in a while. read more

Simply Rolled Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Came here Thursday 6/6/24 and I've got to say the place was amazing, clean, there was nice workers (anna and nae I believe were their names), and the ice cream was delicious!! I usually don't review stores but this one specifically stuck out to me. The two girls working were fast and focused making sure every customer was a priority. My family loved this experience, will definitely come back for more!! read more

I've only had rolled ice cream one other time and I have to say this place raised the bar. This place has multiple ice cream base flavors (including a vegan option!) and soooooooo many toppings! Best of all they give you preset options to choose from, but also allow you to create your own with anything your heart desires for the same price. Seriously, there's no limit to what you can top your choice with. It's super busy and kind of small, but they do have 4 separate rolling stations so it moves at a reasonable pace. Definitely worth rolling on in (see what I did there ) read more

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I waited for 30 minutes to get my order and it was mid. This ice cream is hard to eat and takes way too long, place was blasting weird music. Do not recommend horrible. read more

I came here because a friend I was with had never had rolled ice cream before. I stand by my personal opinion of not enjoying rolled ice cream. The flavor here was okay but the pretzels were stale. read more

Simply Rolled Ice Cream - Brownie bliss - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

This place!! Such a cool way to have traditional treat. You get to choose from a tasty variety of ice cream flavors & the toppings and mix in selection is massive!! I created my own & I'm pretty sure this is what everything in heaven will taste like! If you're in the Cincinnati area, this is definitely a great place to try!! read more

Simply Rolled Ice Cream - Birthday Cake Ice Cream w/ Honey and Brownie Mix Ins, topped with M&Ms, Almonds, Marshmallows, Sprinkles & Whipped Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Best part: taste. They nail it when it comes to actual taste. Kiddo and I shared an Oreo dish and it was so good. I know you come for the experience but their ice cream could look like a regular scoop and it would still be worth trying. 2nd best part: experience. They call your name so you can come up and watch them make it, atleast I assume that's why they call your name. Super cool to see the bases freeze up and the ingredients chopped in. The rolling is cool but not as satisfying as Instagram makes it. Negative: it's 62 degrees inside the shop, understandably since it is an ice cream shop but it was seriously unbearable to eat inside. I was shivering. Unfortunately, they have no seating outside so you have to deal with the temp or walk and eat. Not so easy with a toddler. Other negative: the rolls really keep their ice cold temperature, I had a hard time eating the rolls. I found that I had to wait a few minutes for it to melt first. Not really a big deal but noteworthy, it's hard to just dig on in. If I was ever in OTR and wanted (pricey) ice cream, I'd come back, mostly because it really did taste delicious. It's a cool, clean place and the Thailand inspired rolling did not disappoint. Pro tip: order the root beer float and watch the root beer freeze instantly, it's super cool (and yummy). read more

Simply Rolled Ice Cream - Yummy! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Pulled up at 9:25 to get some ice cream on Friday. They're supposed to be opened until 10pm on saturday and friday. As soon as I walked up, a man walked up, locked the door, and shut the sign off. 35 mins early. sad. read more

Simply Rolled Ice Cream - hours. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

The whole experience was nothing special. When we walked in, loud explicit music was BLASTING and it took longer than it should have to get anyone's attention. They turned the music down. It never changed the song though and it was not family friendly music. In fact I wasn't sure they were even open when we walked in. Felt like I'd walked in pre-opening. It was a bit dirty. But they were open and took our order then asked again at every step what we wanted, which was whatever but what is the point of ordering first only to have to repeat yourself at each step. The rolling of the ice cream is truly the only cool thing about it all. The taste was nothing special and my daughter's cotton candy ice cream was so sweet even she didn't finish it which says a lot. read more

Overrated would be an understatement. My family went in on a Wednesday evening, there were 3 other people in the store and 3 people working. We had to wait for our order in excess of 30 minutes. Service was lousy, no sense of urgency, and just overall laziness. The ice cream was good, but nothing that sets it apart from any other ice cream parlor you'd stop at. Prices were relatively consistent with other places. Step up the zombie-like level of service and that will go a long way. read more

Simply rolled was a great photo-op waiting to happen and there's plenty of great things to say about this place. My favorite part about Simply Rolled was how great the customer service was. It was a pretty quiet night when we arrived and the staff made sure to go out of their way and greet us with a warm welcome. be warned the even on a quiet night it still took a little bit for our water to come out. I think that's standard though and had nothing to do with the staff themselves they seem to be working diligently. I have no complaints about the service that was provided. Unfortunately, the biggest downfall for me was the ice cream itself. The ice cream lacks the depth and creaminess that I like in my favorite ice creams. It almost tasted watery (maybe that's required to get it in these cute little rolls?). Don't get me wrong, it tasted good. However, if I'm going to splurge on ice cream then I want to make sure that the caloric intake is worth it. With that being said, I think I'd go elsewhere. I would definitely give them another shot, maybe I just ordered the wrong thing? read more

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My wife and made an impulse run for ice cream and had to check this place out. It's been on our list for a while! Simply Rolled is good but a tad pricey. It's among the many novelty ice cream shops around. It is different however, it reminded me of Cold Stone where you can mix your favorite toppings in fresh ice cream. I recommend starting with one of their pre-builts before getting into the build your own, but if you go down that path the options are endless. I got the banana-Nutella, but replaced the vanilla ice cream with chocolate. I also added strawberries. It was amazing. My wife really enjoyed the Thai Tea Rolls. There were more flavors I can't wait to give a try. 4-Stars only due to price. It's staying on the list for a good date night. read more

Simply Rolled Ice Cream - Did the #1 Banana Nutella but added strawberries and changed vanilla for chocolate. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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I was cautiously optimistic about Simply Rolled Ice Cream. Part of me I was worried that this would just be a gimmick. The other part of me was excited to try rolled ice cream. While it might be a gimmick, it's a gimmick that has solid flavors behind it. Choose an ice cream base, and mix-ins. The liquid base and mix-ins are worked over a cooling plate until the liquid solidifies. The ice cream is then shaped into a rectangle. The roll-in of your choice is drizzled over the ice cream. From there, the concoction is rolled into the signature shape. Unlimited toppings may be added. I was really impressed with the flavor. Rather than one of their listed Creations I opted for the create your own option. I did matcha green tea base, with almonds and raspberries for mix-ins, lavender honey for the roll-in, and blueberries as a topping. The ice cream was rich and creamy. Having it rolled adds extra aeration; it really helps you taste the different flavors. The amount of matcha flavoring was just enough. Fresh raspberries added a bit of tartness. Allmonds added a bit of texture. To my delight, the lavender honey did not meld into the ice cream. It acted as little bursts of sweetness. Blueberries were the icing on the cake, so to speak. Simply Rolled is a short walk from Washington Park. When the park gets too hot, walk over to Simply Rolled and enjoy a sweet treat. read more

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This place is slay I got the cotton candy burrito and I loved it fast service amazing food cute setting we were there after Bengals game and I loved it we went to the park and had so much fun with be coming back read more

What a fun way to serve ice cream! The process of making a custom single serve from liquid base to frozen goodness is fascinating to watch. It is a Korean concept, that utilizes chilling plates. Once the creamy base is poured over them, it gets mixed with optional goodies and then turns into a thin layer of ice cream, that can be scraped off into yummy tubes and topped with whatever you wish for. The customization options are endless, from different flavors of the base, through mix-ins, to toppings. They have some suggested options that are always good too. Now, in October, they offer a seasonal pumpkin flare. Once you choose what you want, you need to be very patient and wait in line, and the line is always there. The wait time is the only downside, but they always have 3 people on 3 freezing plates working non stop. It is fairly laborious to prepare each portion, so even though it comes at $6.50 per cup, I always tip generously, as it is not the same as scooping some gelato from a container. I like this location near Washington Park, you can grab the treat and stroll through the park while enjoying it. read more

Simply Rolled Ice Cream - Strawberry graham is my fav - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Excellent tasting, not just pretty go look at. Very unique way of enjoying ice cream. It reminds me of the slab ice cream places, but the presentation is WAY more impressive . Perfect after dinner dessert in OTR. I definitely enjoyed my visit to Simply Rolled and look forward to going again! read more

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I typically stay away from "fad food" spots. You know, the "we saw this thing in another market and decided to do it in Cincinnati because it was poppin'" - but once the trend fades away, usally so does the business.. I only say that to give context. I've been seeing people talk about this rolled icecream trend for a while and have kept my distance. BUT after seeing some goodies that I trust post about this spot, I caved and decide to give it a try. After stopping by OTR Escape Room with the whole crew (And KILLING our mission), we all stopped by for a celebratory treat. This place is dope! It's a captivating experience to watch them make your individualized rolled icecream right before your eyes - and it's delicious! I suggest the #2, vanilla icecream with strawberries with graham crackers (or check out the seasonal treats the Red Velvet is niiiice). I believe that this trend is here to stay. And I'm rolling with it! read more

Simply Rolled Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

My visit to Simply rolled was made exceptional by the friendly service provided by two employees: the lovely blonde and black-haired ladies. They were incredibly polite and helpful, guiding me and my husband through the menu and suggesting delicious flavor combinations . Their attention to detail and warm demeanor made the experience even sweeter. I highly recommend visiting this place the ice cream is beautiful and very Instagram worthy ! read more

What a gem! Right around the corner from Washington Park makes this the perfect afternoon stop if you have a sweet tooth. I'm a fan of restaurants that offer a minimal feel or a limited/focused menu. You're here for one thing and one thing only...ice cream. On walking in, the staff was friendly and greeted us quickly. There are combos you can choose from or have the freedom to make up your own creation. The place was clean and there was indoor seating so you didn't have to leave if you didn't want to. Looking forward to trying this place again. read more

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1. Store dirty 2. I had to remind the guy what the buckeye sundae has on it so he could fix it. 3. Ice cream is waxy and lacks flavor. Not sure how they make it roll but it tasks like milk and coconut oil frozen and rolled. read more

Cool, literally, location for some ice cream goodness. When our group walked in we certainly took a minute to figure out what we wanted from all the many choices. Choosing one of the pre-made menu items seemed too easy with all the great options so each of us concocted something different. I chose a matcha green tea ice cream with various fruits and even boba topping. The process of making these rolls was reminiscent to me of the Cold stone creamery back in the day only they roll this ice cream. It is mesmerizing to watch. I loved my creation and bonus, Color. Changing. Spoons! read more

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New owners seem to really be tentative to customers. And overly hospitable! Definitely would urge anyone who has had a negative experience in the past to give it another go. The Ice Cream looks amazing! read more

Yummy & fun rolled ice cream! My friends and I came here on a soft opening night around 8:30, and there was no line. However, by the time we left there was a line of 15 people. When we walked in, every employee greeted us with smiles! We each placed our orders and then the workers one by one called our names so we could watch them make our selections. It was cool to watch the plain vanilla base magically transform before your eyes into rolls of ice cream filled with your toppings!! There's only one size and you can choose a combo are a few tables inside so you don't have to take your ice cream to go, which is nice. We all were delighted with our combos, and I personally recommend the s'mores combo - they roll marshmallow fluff inside the ice cream and give you two toasted marshmallows on the side! I can't wait to go back and bring more friends! read more

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