Tried the affogato and it was such a nice little treat! The espresso was rich and smooth, and when…read moreit melted into the ice cream it created this perfect mix of creamy and bold flavors. Not too sweet, not too bitter--just really well balanced. It's one of those simple desserts that's done right and hits the spot every time. Definitely something I'd come back for!

Cute ambience place in the area with wonderful variety and flavorful good gelato! Friendly service!read more

fun experience to build your own froyo, and there's plenty of flavors and toppings! it definitely…read moregets expensive since it's by weight. the froyo is also more melty than expected but it could have just been us taking too long to get our toppings

I find the ice cream and soft-serve at Swirl way too sweet and sugary for my taste. I live close…read morebut never go. For me, the cream and natural flavoring should be the main source of the sweetness in quality-made ice cream. One suggestion: make traditional Italian gelato, which uses more milk than heavy cream (resulting in lower fat) and significantly less sugar. It feels more creamy on the tongue without needing a sugar overload, because of the slow churn.

It was packed and busy inside, even on a summer weekday, but the staff definitely got us in and out…read morefast! You can try different flavors do decide what you want like any other ice cream parlor. There is some cozy table seating inside and benches right outside as well. I recommend trying the more unique flavors that you don't see as often at other places, such as Nuku Hiva or other Hawaiian based flavors. I loved that the coconut pineapple base had pineapple & coconut fibers in it, so you know fresh fruit is used. This is likely the best ice cream in the area!

This place has been all over my instagram, so I finally tried it when we went to Sausalito with…read morefriends. We samples 2 flavors and ended up getting the Chocolate Macadamia Nut. The place was super packed and busy since we went on a weekend, but the line moved fast. You can sit and enjoy your ice cream there, but there might be just 2 tables, so it's better to do takeout. Coming back to try more flavors! This was right after our Hawaii trip, so we loved seeing the Hawaiian flavors there.

Cute ice cream shop! Very classic ice cream with friendly staff - super clean inside. Wish they had…read moremore non dairy options!

We went to The Shack to grab some late-night ice cream, and it was such a cute experience! It's a…read morefamily-owned kind of spot, and you can really feel that cozy, welcoming vibe the moment you walk in. The inside is adorable -- calligraphy, paintings, and drawings all over the walls make it feel creative and homey. The whole place just has a really nice, chill energy. The ice cream itself was fresh and flavorful -- we tried the Horchata and Ube flavors, and both were amazing! You can tell they use good, fresh ingredients. The flavors tasted real, not artificial, which I loved. The staff were super friendly, too. I don't remember the name of the girl who helped us, but she was great -- when we asked how many samples we could try, she said "as many as you want", which was honestly the sweetest thing ever. We got the kids' size, and it was the perfect portion for a late-night treat. I'd definitely recommend The Shack -- great vibes, great service, and even better ice cream! Overall Rating: 5/5 Must Try: Ube & Horchata Ice Cream Vibe: Artsy, cozy, and welcoming

Decided to come here after a day at Muir Woods a little skeptical about how good an organic plant…read morebased ice cream shop could truly be (it was conveniently on the way towards the Richmond Bridge for our way back home which is why we picked it compared to other places in San Rafael or Sausalito). The shop is pretty tiny, located next to a donut shop near the netrance of a medium sized open plan shopping center. Came in there and the worker offered us whatever samples we wanted and we immediately noticed the really interesting but unusual flavors that they had. Of the classic type flavors, we really liked the brown sugar vanilla and the breakfast cereal one. The cherry special drink and the grapfruit one also tasted quite nice. But the ones that stood out the most were the thom ka and the chaat masala ones. while the chaat masala didnt end up having that distinct tanginess you might expect, the thom ka ice cream was mind blowing. It tasted exactly like having the soup but in a cool and refreshingly creamy dessert form. My mind couldn't really process it other than the fact that it was delicious. We ended up opting to pair the thom ka and the brown sugar vanilla to have a "normal" flavor to offset the unusualness of having a thai soup ice cream. We honestly could not get enough of it - it easily was one of the best ice cream scoops we had ever had and it being a plant based ice cream was insanely impressive. Frankie & Jo's will definitely be a place we will be returning to especially as the new seasonal flavors roll out so we can see what other concoctions they might be able to try and conquer.

There were only three flavors available at the fairly small Frankie & Jo's as most of the board was…read moremarked as "sold out" so we taste tested the pistachio and the honey ended up choosing a small size sangria which had a light fizzy pop to it. The service was prompt and helpful but it seems like they're a small batch company so if you're already in the area shopping and it's easy to stop in you absolutely should.

After a few more recent experiences at this beach snack shack, I have more to say…read more Parkside is a large restaurant split into a sit down diner, a beachside snack shack line, and a coffee/bakery line. So far, I've been through the snack shack and coffee lines several times, but have never been inside the diner. When it comes to parking, the area in front of the restaurant is usually super crowded. As long as it's not too busy, I usually park in the NPS Stinson Beach parking lot right behind the restaurant, which is just a little bit further. Recently, I was telling a couple of my coworkers about this place on the way back from a training in San Francisco, and they said that I made it sound irresistible. So, we decided to stop. I ordered a chicken pesto sandwich, while my coworkers ordered a butterscotch shake, and fish and chips. (They both said that their food was outstanding.) As we walked out to the beach with our food, I said, "Careful, the seagulls around here are fearless. They'll rip your food right out of your hands." I ended this sentence with a scream, and then said, "What just happened to me?" My coworker had to stop cracking up to say, "The bird stole your chicken!" "My God," said our other coworker, "We're surrounded. Should we go back to the parking lot?" We took our food back to the picnic tables, which, for reasons unbeknownst to us, was relatively safe from seagulls. Apparently, they don't want to cross the shrubbery line. Once I got over the idea of eating after a seagull (deciding that maybe his beak only touched the chicken that he took), once I got back into my sandwich, I thought that it was pretty good. But I had to know-- were the fish and chips really as "great" as my coworker said they were? A few days later, I came back to find out. For cod, I would say, they were pretty okay. They were a little burned, and very salty, but about as good as you could expect for the price. The fries were terrible. While I wouldn't come back for the fish and chips, and I won't be telling people, "Yeah, I know a great fish and chips place in Stinson Beach," I would still stop by for a chicken sandwich. A few weeks ago, prior to all of this, I had stopped by for a banana split. For $8 at a beach shack, it's not bad. It virtually never matches the description on the menu, but it's close enough. I was sad to see that the cardamon bun is no longer on the menu at the coffee line next to the snack shack. Maybe it's seasonal. Overall, I still think this place is pretty great for a decently priced beachside fast snack shack.

The vibe is good but the service was terrible. The ice cream cone was $7 and was an utter…read moredisappointment. The ice cream amount was small and started to melt the moment I got it. It was marketed as Straus Organic ice cream but it tastes different from the other places that offered Straus ice cream; I question if it is really Straus organic ice cream. 劝退

Lovely little bakery in Pescadero! Super friendly owner who has samples available of certain…read morepastries for you to try before you buy. Nothing here is oversugared and much of it contains fresh fruit from the local ranches and orchards! I hope this sticks around as it brings a much needed element to the Stage Rd Shops. Make sure you come early if you want the best selection as she often sells out of things by afternoon.

A lucky find for us! After a delicious lunch near by we passed by this little jem and stopped in…read morefor some sweets! The owner Heather, who bakes all the treats nearby at her mountain home, was serving us with her high school BFF. I had the butterscotch brownie topped with a scoop of Maryanne's vanilla ice cream, it was phenomenal! My wife had the lemon blueberry cake topped with rainbow sherbet, she also enjoyed it immensely. I also got to try a sample of the lemon delight and it did not disappoint! Definitely stop in and try some of the yummy treats these girls are serving up!

My family and I love Silberman's. Their life cream cakes have been a go to celebratory treat at our…read morehouse for many years. The peppermint bark ice cream is amazing and, I believe, only available around the winter holidays. The workers already always so nice and friendly. It has an old time ice cream parlor vibe, but unfortunately, they took out most of their indoor seating in recent years.

We'd just had a snack at Acme Burger in Petaluma such that we couldn't do a cone from there, but…read moreice cream was definitely required! I Yelped ice cream in San Rafael so we couldn't do a stop on our way back to the peninsula. Silbermanns' looked like the best bet because who doesn't love unique flavors and home made quality? We found it, with no problem, and didn't have to wait long on a Saturday, which was great! Our server/scooper was a patient and friendly person and he did a great job explaining our options. We found what we wanted and the flavors were perfect! We both enjoyed our choices: Chocolate Orange Chip and Salted Caramel - yum; Praline Pecan and Marble Fudge - also yum! They disappeared as we sat at the tables outside on a lovely day with dog folks. Service? Perfect! Flavors and selection? Great! And a lovely experience all round - highly recommend!

Here's what you need to know about Fairfax Scoop:…read more 1) Street parking can be challenging, especially early evenings and weekends. Be prepared to hunt for a spot and walk. I suggest looking on Bank Street, Mono Ave and Elsie Lane to start with. Go slowly and watch for people and bicycles. 2) It's a tiny shop and there may be a line. It could be long. Remember, one human can only physically scoop so much ice cream in a minute. The process cannot be rushed. Patience will be rewarded... I promise. 3) Have cash. 4) Their waffle cones and cups are handmade, so the crunchiness or chewyness may vary. Some may be more crunchy or or chewy than others. For me, I thought the flavor of the cone was awesome! 5) Study the daily ice cream flavor list as you approach the counter. Smile, ask for a waffle cone or cup. They come in kid or regular size. Specify how many scoops you want per cone/cup. 6) Remember, scooping ice cream for hours at a time isn't easy... and Scoop is very, very popular for a reason. Service was good and efficient.

Fun spot for ice cream and fresh waffle cones. My favorite is the mocha chip and I love that the…read moreice cream is flavorful without being overly rich. A single scoop can include two flavors and a bowl can include four. There are no samples and it is cash only. The line is long and slow moving but it is worth the wait!

I only found out about Taqueria El Chacho recently, but I've already been back twice. It has…read morequickly become one of my favorite taco spots. The service is outstanding. Everyone is welcoming, friendly, and makes you feel like a regular from the moment you get there. The food is incredible. It delivers an authentic experience with fresh ingredients and bold, flavorful food. I've ordered the al pastor both times, and it's been excellent each visit. The pollo and carne asada also look amazing, so I'll definitely be trying those next. The salsa is fresh and packed with flavor. If you're coming here for the first time, I highly recommend getting a burrito. You won't be disappointed. If you're looking for authentic Mexican food with great service and consistently delicious food, Taqueria El Chacho is absolutely worth a visit.

This was my 1st experience eating Al Pastor Tacos and this was definitely a great place! A popular…read morestreet taco stand literally on a mount of tan bark at Bridgepoint Shopping center. The flavors of the meat were delicious and as you call tell from the line of people, it's the spot! Food is 5 stars Tacos! Not much seating, literally just two tables and a few chairs. Wish there were more seating to enjoy there