Faith C.
Yelp
This is where I go when I'm craving ice cream, but want something a little fancier and more fun than DQ (although I do enjoy seeing them flip the blizzard upside down.) Nitrogen ice cream is the new craze now, which is partly why this place stays packed. I've come at all hours of the day and there is always a line-- but it moves quickly! Usually not more than 10 min., even when it's out the door.
All of the choices for flavors and mix-ins are displayed on the wall and arranged like the periodic table of elements...Yea, science!! You can get your creation as an ice cream or yogurt base. I stick with ice cream. On the far left of the wall, there is also a board that has popular creations that other people have gotten, or seasonal creations (ex. pumpkin spice, salted caramel), etc. These change every few weeks or so. I usually get one of these and tweak it a little to my tastes if I have no idea what to get.
There are 2 sizes: regular for ~$5 and large for ~$6, then each mix-in costs extra. If you get a regular with 2 mix-ins, then you are looking at around $6 and some change w/ tax. The regular is more than enough for 1 person, maybe even for 2 to share. You can't go wrong with any of the flavors, I have liked everything I have tried here!
One of my favorite things to get is the coffee ice cream with a Krispy Kreme donut mixed in. Heads up though, it is made with Cuban coffee so you will be WIRED. What sets nitrogen ice cream apart is that the nitrogen makes the ice cream super creamy and gives it a very rich texture. It does not seem to melt as fast as normal ice cream. Also, it's fun to see the fog from the nitrogen fill the air when they mix your ice cream. I can imagine it's even more fun if you are a kid...
It is a small shop. There are only like 3 small 3 person tables inside and a few tables outside, which isn't great because everyone thinks it's a great idea to bring their entire extended family/sports team here and it gets very crowded, lol. So don't come expecting a place to sit, let alone a peaceful experience. A table *might* clear up by the time you get your ice cream, but don't get your hopes up.
Sidenotes:
-They do offer complimentary water in the back near the restroom.
-They are set up w/ the Belly free rewards card that you can scan on the iPad near the register. After you get a certain number of points, you can get rewards such as free extra mix-ins, etc. It's small but hey, at least it's something :)