Koolfi Creamery and Cafe

Ice cream shop · San Leandro

Koolfi Creamery and Cafe

Ice cream shop · San Leandro

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599 MacArthur Blvd, San Leandro, CA 94577

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Organic dairy and coconut milk (non-dairy) based craft ice cream flavors full of delightful surprises from around the world, with a firm footing in Indian flavors. Right now, you can find our cute ice cream cart at public events around the Bay Area, We also cater office and personal parties and can craft fun flavors to fit your theme! Also coming this summer to Farmers Markets near you.  

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"The Indian-German-American backgrounds of co-owners Madhuri “Mads” Anji and her wife Priti Narayanan come through with every flavor at Koolfi. Starting as a pop-up in 2018, Koolfi’s high-quality, small-batch approach keeps hitting home runs in the permanent shop in San Leandro, as they put out complex, deeply satisfying flavors like Bombay butterscotch with cashew toffee, banana pudding with cardamom-soaked hunks of gulab jamun, and sweet guava with hints of chili. There are a few seats inside, but if the weather is nice enough (and there’s space), grab your scoops and enjoy every last bite out on the front patio." - Lena Park

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"The duo behind Koolfi Creamery, Priti Narayanan and Madhuri Anji, come to the city from the East Bay presenting South Asian-inspired ice cream such as banana paired with gulab jamun bites." - Paolo Bicchieri

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"Koolfi Creamery & Cafe, an Indian-inspired and California-fresh ice cream pop-up, opened its doors on October 20, offering dairy- and coconut-based treats." - Paolo Bicchieri

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"Koolfi Creamery serves ice cream made with organic ingredients and is run by a queer, married couple. They have been at various corporate pride events and can be found popping up in Sunnyvale and San Leandro." - Caleb Pershan

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Tiffany Sun

Google
Love all the flavors here! We got double scoops of cherry, mango, watermelon sorbet, and guava chili. The cherry seasonal flavor was sooo good. It’s fresh, with nice chunky cherries inside. Guava chili is subtle chili flavor and it’s so good and fruit forward. Loved this too. Classic mango you can’t go wrong. Watermelon sorbet wasn’t too icy and was really flavorful. Looking forward to coming back and trying more flavors!

Nina R.

Google
My favorite ice cream in San Leandro 😍 today I ordered the cinnamon bourbon salted caramel and dates and figs, both seasonal flavors. I could taste the high quality ingredients and love and care they put into their ice cream, and it made it feel worth it for the price 😋 The owners are lovely too - they truly care about their products as well as the community surrounding the area where the creamery is. 😌 I also loved the outdoor seating! ☀️

Alex Marterre

Google
Wow!! Wish I could give 10 stars! We got flights of mini scoops of almost every flavor and each one stands out. Cardamom, mango lassi, strong chai, guava w red chili, classic koolfi, paan “licorice,” salted caramel w ghee fudge, rose and lotus, pumpkin w ginger snaps, even their cookies and cream was unlike any I’ve ever had. The flavors are creative and delightful, well balanced, and delicious. What a treat!! Plus it’s all handmade and queer-owned.

FLUID BayArea

Google
Beautiful and exciting combination of flavors atop a dosa cone! This is a foodie’s paradise! One must be open to robust and no traditional ingredients. Koolfi definitely is a “wOw”!! And just in case you need to have a small bite before eating dessert… they’ve got you covered.

Rishikesh Shukla

Google
I was interested to visit it because of the name. Kulfi is a thicker version of Indian ice-cream. This was nothing like it. It was just regular ice-cream with some Indian flavors. Not even different flavors of ice-cream. The flight was good for an ice-cream but a bit overpriced.

Paula Junn

Google
I finally got to try Koolfi ice cream last night after it was recommended to me by a friend, and it was ::chef's kiss:: I had the Klassic Koolfi and the Mango Lassi in the dosa cone, and it exceeded expectations! So creamy and the flavors are bright and delicious. I immediately grabbed a pint of each on the spot. The dosa cone was crispy and slightly salty, which paired excellently with the ice cream. I also got to try a taste of the vegan dark chocolate, and it was very very chocolatey, that will be my choice next time. Highly recommend!!

Shazia Chowdhury

Google
A delight! In the Bay Area visiting from out of town and just happened to stumble on this place and wow- so glad we did. We tried the flight and every flavor we got was unique and had so much depth. Mango lassi and South Indian filtered coffee were expected to be good (and they were!) but the surprises were the guava with red chili and the roasted banana, oh so good! We will definitely come back next time we are in town. It was so nice to meet you Madz :)

Mika'ele Keni'

Google
Your Local neighborhood Craft Creamery... I gotta agree the high ratings with Koolfi Creamery has. The two owners are very warm and welcoming. They are very pleasant, friendly and patient, akin to your favourite aunt... The venue doesn't have a lot of space inside, most definitely an issue if a big party comes in. There is a decent amount of room outside, but if the weather is not favorable, also a bit of an issue. I'm a big fan of the the Ice Cream here. Lots of unique Indian inspired / fusion flavors. A good healthy selection as well. If you don't know what you want or wish to try multiple flavors order an Ice Cream flight. You get 5 flavors! In addition to Ice Cream they also serve additional snacks. Definitely worth checking out...

Abee L.

Yelp
After a warm day at the zoo, our group was looking for a cold treat and food. We did a quick search and were able to find Koolfi nearby. We decided to stop here and were very pleased by this choice. The owners were very nice and were glad to explain all their flavors since it was our first time there. It was nice hearing about the background of the owners and how that inspired their flavors. We ended up getting a 5 flavor flight, a cone of the salted caramel with ghee fudge and a hot chutney cheese toast. Everything was great. The ice cream flavors were very unique compared to traditional creameries. The sandwich was also very pleasant. Would recommend anyone to try this place out!

Rohit K.

Yelp
Innovative flavors, loads of options, just the right chill vibe and your taste buds for the best ice cream in the bay! Koolfi is an experience that will bring you back time and again. We had the flight of 5 and personally the guava and gulab jamun were my favorite. Definitely going to try the sundae next time! Saturday has other savory options that make it a perfect pairing.

Sydney J.

Yelp
I decided to stop by since it was along the way of my route on Wednesday afternoon. There were a few customers ahead of me, so it took at least a 5 minute wait to reach our turn. I was told I'm limited to only two samples, so I tried the raspberry black pepper, which I personally liked because it was sweet with a savory kick, and the mom's cardamom which was heavy on cardamom flavor. They had another butterscotch with cashew praline flavor that I wish I could've sampled. I ultimately decided to get a split single (which is $6.50 before tax and tip) of matcha and raspberry (a new flavor) and kheer rice pudding (also a new flavor, seasonal), and paid via cash since they have a $10 minimum for using credit card. The matcha and raspberry just had hints of raspberry that I couldn't really tasted and mostly tastes like matcha. It was still good if you like raspberry. I really liked the kheer rice pudding flavor, more than I like the actual dessert, as it was sweet and savory at the same time. I still enjoy their ice cream, and they offer various foods including sundaes, toast, and coffee. However, it seemed to me like the portions have gotten smaller relative to the price and they are not as generous with samples as they used to be.

Tiffany H.

Yelp
Great ice cream! I tried the Klassic Koolfi and the seasonal burgundy cherry and chocolate for my 2 samples. I ended up getting a scoop of the mango lassi ice cream, and it tasted exactly like a mango lassi so no complaints there. The flavors are forward, and the texture is creamy. I liked looking through the recipe books on the table in the back. There is a minimum $10 you must spend to use credit card.

Lincy H.

Yelp
Stars: 3.5 I've been eyeing this place and finally got to try it today. You get two samples per person. The ice cream shop serves unique Indian inspired flavors. I ended up getting one single scoop of the guava with hint of chili. I enjoyed the flavor and texture but it was the tiniest scoop I've ever had. I feel like I finished it in less than two minutes. I was sad that it was gone so quickly! You need to spend a minimum of $10 to use credit, so good thing my husband always carries cash. The staff helping us were friendly. The shop itself is cute and clean.

Angela M.

Yelp
Delicious, unique ice cream flavors. Dropped by on a Saturday afternoon after getting lunch elsewhere and it was pretty busy inside with people eating their ice cream, but no one was in line. The guy behind the counter was super friendly and patient in explaining the different flavors we were trying. I ended up getting a half-and-half scoop of the klassic koolfi and the guava chili and absolutely loved both. The guava chili had a pretty good kick of heat, and both flavors of ice cream were complex and interesting. Only complaint is that it was a pretty small amount of ice cream in my cup. Definitely feel like these guys could be a bit more generous with the amount they serve. Other than that, I'd recommend checking this place out and trying the different flavors. It's worth it to find a new, unexpected favorite flavor and introduce some variety into your ice cream rotation.

Beatrice S.

Yelp
Such an unassuming place with banging flavors. Always ask about allergens because some flavors have nuts, but all of them are so so good!!! Less "traditional" flavors but that's not why you came here. ;)

Angela W.

Yelp
We came here after seeing the Community Bank of the Bay commercial for local businesses on a whim! So glad we did because the owner is wonderful and the flavors are rich. She said all the milk and cream are organic. You're able to have 2 samples. I had the guava chili and it was amazing. The chili was not overpowering and just left a tingly aftertaste that was so unique. My friends all liked their other flavors as well. I believe there's only street parking. Service is great. There are a couple seats and tables inside and outside. I had the waffle cone but I really wish I had tried their house-made dosa cone. Try it if you go!

Ella A.

Yelp
1.14.2024 - Dessert time! After having a heavy brunch, we needed something sweet and refreshing. There aren't much dessert spots in San Leandro, but seeing Koolfi on Yelp with high reviews got us excited to try. This place will be nice during the hot summer days as they offer a cute little patio seating in front of the store entrance. From coffees, teas, pastries, sandwiches and ice creams, Koolfi is a spot that offers a pick-me-up for any age group. For ice cream lovers, you're allowed up to 2 free tastings and if you just want to take it home, they offer a freezer with prepackaged pints. Talk about exotic flavors! I couldn't choose what I wanted so my bestie and I decided to each get the ice cream flight. 5 flavors for $15. Very interesting flavors. Ingredients that I would have never mixed together were available. One thing that stood out was the black sesame with orange zest. Was it enjoyable? Personally, it's an acquired taste and it's not up my alley. 1. Black sesame with orange zest 2. Gulab Jamun 3. Guava Chili 4. Mango Lassi 5. Roasted banana 6. South Indian filter coffee 7. Fairy glitter 8. Butterscotch Cashew Praline Out of everything, our favorite was #8 Butterscotch Cashew Praline. I love their idea of bold flavors, but many were too overpowering that it wasn't as enjoyable. Next time I'm in the area and craving ice cream, I'll be back to see if they offer new flavors to try. Until next time...

Monica L.

Yelp
I read an article about this ice cream shop and decided to give it a try. The prices were very high for a small scoop but the flavors were good.

Ruth O.

Yelp
Parking is street around the area but it's not too crowded around 7. We checked flavors online beforehand and most were true when we were there. So many great flavors to choose from! I wish they didn't limit samples to 2, I needed to have 3. They were very friendly and patient with us, and they also let me do two flavors in a one scoop cup which was very cool of them. I got butterscotch praline and lychee rose which were both great. I definitely preferred lychee rose-- it was very delicate and floral with bits of lychee and rose which was fantastic. Also, their cones are gluten free!!!

Jennifer C.

Yelp
I've tried both styles of their cheese sandwich on their menu and they are delicious!!! I have also tried the guava, Mango Lassi, and vegan banana ice cream flavors on a dosa cone and I have always been very satisfied. My only wish is that there is a bathroom in the cafe, as my child really had to go, so it cut our wonderful visit short. In any case, I would go back to sample more flavors, have some coffee, and eat more wonderful cheese sandwiches. They have an outdoor area too that is really cute.

Ms. C.

Yelp
Okay, I love this place. The vibe is wonderful, the proprietors are adorable and attentive and the ice cream is amazeballs! I decided to grab their vegan roasted banana frozen magic to go and O.M.G. that sh!t is good. I'm not even vegan. I just love banana. I hope that this is in their regular rotation of flavors (they change things up regularly with amazing Indian-inspired delectables) if not, I'm legit going to Costco, getting a dedicated freezer and I'm buying them out. Max also said they are opening a location at the Transbay Terminal in San Francisco. Run, do not walk, to this establishment!

Adam G.

Yelp
Names of the flavors might be a throw off if its your first visit! But definitely try some it surprised me The people who work here will answer Any question you have and are friendly. Nice little patio area. parking is in the neighborhood near by or street parking

Sarah T.

Yelp
Fabulous flavors. I wish I'd made it in sooner, but now that I've tried it I'll be back!! Both vegan flavors were very good. (banana and chocolate) The rest of the family had dairy-based lychee rose, classic kulfi, mango kulfi. We also tried several other flavors and wow wow wow. My favorite is the classic kulfi!! On Saturdays they also sell other foods made by local vendors. Got a pint of cardamom ice cream for home $7 Puppy treats: peanut butter, banana, and ground peanuts, and yogurt. Cute. Friendly efficient service, clean and bright store. It's right off the freeway and quick back on, and if you want more than ice cream for dinner (and it's not a Saturday) there is a decent taco place adjacent. GLUTEN FREE ice cream cones. It's worth it just for that, if you are GF.

Tina A.

Yelp
Unique flavors of Indian ice cream Came here twice and got these flavors: - guava chili - cardamom - butterscotch cashew toffee - coffee and chicory The flavors were light and bright but I would prefer more strength in flavor and the richness in texture is slightly lacking. Due to all the unique flavors, I did want to sample more flavors however you're limited to 2 so you might make a blind decision on case you didn't like your samples which is what I ended up doing. eventually I think this policy would deter potential return/ regular customers, as I feel like I wouldn't go out of my way for something that I possibly might not like. Mumbai toast was flavorful and comforting. A good savory spicy hot snack Overall good place to try only if you're in the area and willing to risk it in terms of flavor selection, but perhaps not worth going out of the way for

Leanna R.

Yelp
We love Koolfi! They always have so many interesting and yummy flavors, so ice cream flights are a family favorite. They let you pick 5 flavors and give you a small scoop of each. My favorite is guava with a hint of chilli, and my kids love fairy glitter (cake batter) and chocolate malt. The butterscotch cashew praline was also so good! So glad they're in our neighborhood!

Chena N.

Yelp
Let's get straight to the PINT (point), my seconDAIRY meal after each meal is dessert. Unique ice cream flavors you will not find elsewhere as they incorporate different flavors from around the world with an emphasis on Indian flavors. .:: Dessert ::. Single scoop $5 Mango Lassi: famous Indian Alphonso Mangoes. I tasted mostly mango but not the lassi part of it. Very refreshing regardless. Guava Fresh: Mexican pink guava with a hint of Indian red chili pepper. I didnt think I would like this because I'm not a fan of spicy but its a small hint of chili, and the guava was very prominent which i LOVED! Kamala Blossom: lotus seeds and rose ice cream with Pistachios. VERY interesting combo that I liked. I usually dont love rose flavored things as I feel like I'm eating petals but this was a well balanced flavor profile. The lotus seed seemed very neutral and mildly sweet, the rose flavor was subtle, and the pistachios gave it that earthy flavor. .:: Service / Ambiance / Parking ::. Only 2 samples allowed per person. Our cashier was chill. Got us what we needed. We were the only ones there on a Saturday afternoon around 2pm The place is Indian inspired decors which I love seeing the culture being represented. Parking was easy with residential street parking right around the corner.

Michael C.

Yelp
Local neighborhood Creamery... I gotta agree the high ratings associated with Koolfi Creamery. The hospitality, the warmness projected from the two owners is very welcoming. They are very friendly and patient, akin to your favourite aunt... The venue doesn't have a lot of space inside, most definitely an issue if a big party comes in. There is a decent amount of room outside, but if the weather is not favorable, also a bit of an issue. I'm a big fan of the the Ice Cream here. Lots of unique Indian inspired / fusion flavors. A good healthy selection as well. If you don't know what you want or wish to try multiple flavors order an Ice Cream flight. You get 5 flavors! In addition to Ice Cream they also serve additional snacks. Definitely worth checking out...

Sheila E.

Yelp
Ice Cream: Mango lasi was one of my favorites Guava fresh was also one of my favorites but I prefer the mango lasi if you had to choose one or the other. Koolfi, cardamom, julab gamon with banana, and Ramadan special were also good Strawberry balsamic tamarind was good but couldn't really taste the tamarind. I'd still get it again. Toasted marshmallow has a lightly toasted flavor that was very nostalgic for me. Boosted choco malt tasted like a fudgesicle from middle school snack shack. Did not care for the birthday cake. Jackfruit pudding is one of my new favorites. It had a really strong jackfruit flavor that overpowered the coconut but I love jackfruit so I'd totally get it again. Noodler sundae- Not sure this was worth the price. At $15, I'd rather get 3 scoops of ice cream. Food: Grilled cheese was amazing Samosas were good Chai was a little too sweet for me

Sally H.

Yelp
The ice cream was... crumbly. Yes, crumbly. I got rose & lotus and sesame with orange peel. The scoops were minuscule - it was maybe 3 tablespoons worth of each flavor for a "double scoop." For $9, it most definitely was not worth it. Flavors are unique and you won't see it at your big chain ice cream shops, but if you're from out of town, it's not worth the drive.

Phoebe W.

Yelp
Came here to try their unique flavors. Loved it! We tried a bunch because we ordered a flight sampler. Some of the flavors included matcha, guava chili, mango, chai, and banana. We also bought a pint of the jackfruit and coconut. It was great! The staff were very helpful. The owners were also outside serving samples of their home cooked food too. They were so nice. The food was delicious. There's a nice patio area outside the shop to enjoy your ice cream. You can also sit on some benches to the side of the building. Great place!

Emily M.

Yelp
What an amazing spot! Delicious flavors and friendly service. It was a great stop post Zoo visit. We will be back.

Abha S.

Yelp
Such a fun spot for unique indian ice cream flavors. My fav were kulfi, mango, South Indian filter coffee, and butterscotch! Can't wait to try the new flavors. They have something new every week. There's limited seating inside and some outside so on a crowded day space can be tight. Prepare to sit outside. Service is great and the owner -- Priti, is lovely. I recommend getting the flight to try multiple flavors ($15 for 5 small cups).

Sue L.

Yelp
We wanted dessert after dinner and found this spot thanks to Yelp. The GPS brought us to a Mexican restaurant (we actually went inside lol) and then realized that it was next door. There is a sign at the corner as well if end up getting confused/lost like we did. Upon walking in, I noticed how clean the place was. There wasn't a line, but they have a policy of allowing customers to only sample 2 flavors. It's hard to decide when there are so many unique flavors to choose from so it would be nice if there wasn't a limit. We ended up getting 2 scoops - Strawberry Tamarind-Balsamic & Butterscotch w Cashew Pralines. I really liked the butterscotch because it wasn't too sweet and had the right amount of nut consistency. I liked that they have both inside and outside seating available. I probably won't go out of my way to come here for some ice cream since the flavors didn't really wow me. Another reason would be that there isn't any other shops close by that is walking distance.

Tramy V.

Yelp
I've bookmarked this place to try, but haven't gotten around to it until now. The location is rather interesting, with limited parking (unless you're using the lot across the street where Oriental Tea House is or the church). The rest is mostly street parking. There's a door on the side street that directs you to the main entrance where the patio is which is around the corner. The place is cute with lights strung outside in the patio area. As you walk in, there's a few seats, the register, and all the ice cream for scooping as well with a freezer filled with pre packed pints. They limit samples to only two per person. The flavors are all interesting and creative - Indian inspired. The texture was nice, thick, and creamy. We weren't disappointed with any flavors we tried - koolfi, mango lassi, banana, butterscotch, strawberry tamarind, guava. They also have snacks like sandwiches and other desserts like ice cream sandwiches and the falooda noodler. The service was nice. The price point is rather high for the quantity you get though. The sampler was $15, which is ok, but the scoops were just so small! The falooda noodler was priced at $15 for a 16 ounce cup, which is also very high for a dessert. I'm ok with the prices if they have a little bit more quantity. Otherwise, it can be viewed as pretty steep. We are a fan of the flavors and texture though, and will share this "hidden" place to our friends.

Owl S.

Yelp
Artisan ice cream flavors, will definitely come back for more seasonal ones. Place is cool has a little outdoor patio so our dog could come with us.

Reena S.

Yelp
Love love love how friendly the staff is here. also love that it is woman owned! the ice cream itself isn't kulfi but they have kulfi inspired flavors. Honestly the ice cream was sooo good. My daughter cannot have dairy unless it is cooked, and when she had the ice cream here she didn't even have an allergic reaction to it! I was so happy and so was she because she loves ice cream! the staff was talkative and helpful while we picked what we wanted. Ultimately we tried the sampler so we can try and enjoy several different flavors. I'll definitely be back for more!!

Jojet O.

Yelp
Koolfi Creamery koolficreamery.com 599 Macarthur, San Leandro, Ca 94577 · (415) 390-6210 *Hello there Koolfi Creamery. I finally made it to this much talk about Indian inspired flavored kulfi ice creams creamery. And let's just say ice cream flights- OMG! Ice creameries can learn from Koolfi and ice cream flights should be part of the menu. And the cutest spoons. You do have to ask for it and please do not take it home. Be a nice customer and return it. *Thank you for awesome customer service Priti and Madhuri. Super friendly and answered my questions thoroughly. *"Indian Halo Halo" YES. A must try. Its official name is The Falooda Noodler. *Cardamom, Klassic Koolfi, Strawberry & Balsamic, Banana Caramel and Salted Caramel. I will need to come back soon and get the flavors correct this time. I do think I remember the flavors 80%. "Don't bother counting other people's sprinkles. Focus on your own happiness before it melts away."

Margaret W.

Yelp
Cute ice cream shop with creative flavors! My hubby and I did the flight. 5 mini scoops for $15. We tried the mango lassi, classic Kulfi (our favorite so did 2 servings), guava chili (be ready for the little kick at the end) and Lotus & Rose. They're all very good; flavors are well balanced and nothing was overpowering. There is a patio seating as well as some indoor seats. This place is so cheerful, inside and out. Service was fast & friendly. Two samples per person please otherwise it's going to hold up the line.

Raman S.

Yelp
One of the best Koolfi places in Bay Area. We tried their sampler set. They had a good selections of different flavors. I would recommend the original flavor. It has very authentic flavor. The cardamon and pistachio flavors are great. They also serve ice cream in a dosa cone. I will try that the next time we are there. Highly recommend this place. They are also a LGBTQ women owned business and I have recommending them to many of my friends and everyone have been impressed.

Katherine L.

Yelp
I was so glad to finally try this place. The location is kind of random but parking isn't too hard to find. I really enjoyed the flavors that I had: Koolfi and Mango lassi. The flavors tasted real and authentic. The texture was smooth. They offer a good amount of options for ice cream. They also have some pre packed pints that you can get from the freezer. I feel like their prices are a bit high for ice cream, unfortunately.

Arpita S.

Yelp
This place is such a great find! We got here on a Saturday evening for some desserts and absolutely loved their koolfis! There was a line but was pretty fast moving and wasn't a lot of wait. We got their flight that comes with 5 flavors and tried their following flavors: Paan licorish Golden chai Mom's cardamom (my absolute fav!) Banana gulab jamun Klassic (malai) koolfi All the flavors were so delicious and yum! They have some outdoor seating as well and a nice ambience to it, to enjoy their delicacies with street parking available. Looking forward to coming back to try their sundaes and hot items too.

Mimi N.

Yelp
A perfect, yummy treat on a warm day with wonderful flavors and a lovely staff. There's outdoor space to enjoy your sweet treat, too.

susan v.

Yelp
This place was awesome I really enjoyed coming here while I was in the area and was able to meet the owner and the owner's daughter. they explain to me the types of desserts they had and how they were adapted from street food in India.. I tried so many different things and my mouth was incredibly happy! Nice ambiance, tiny place, dont miss it!

Bill C.

Yelp
My Wife and I tonight went to Koolfi for the first time. We had a split single cup which is two favors on a cone or in a cup. Both of us had a mango & "Indian favor" which both are delicious. There are many favors adopted from India. Some are similar to western favors. The service is pleasant and friendly. The only negative is trying to find the store tucked between a mexican restaurant & garage repair shop. The store needs a frontage sign next to the street.There's outside seating with hanging lights, chairs and umbrella. Limited street parking. We would recommend the Koolfi Ice Cream if you enjoy delicious, tasty yet different favors. I treat for everyone!

Tim A.

Yelp
Rude service. Ice cream is excessively sweet. Expensive. $10-$20 per person for ice cream???

Sarah L.

Yelp
Unique and delicious ice cream flavors! I went with a single scoop of the klassic koolfi in a waffle cone for my first time here. I also sampled the mango lassi and their ramadan special "dates and walnut", as well as the cookies and cream and golden chai from the double scoop that my boyfriend got. All of the ice cream flavors I've tried were delicious; the flavors were subtle and not overpowering at all. I highly recommend the klassic koolfi if it's your first time here. The golden chai was my least favorite as I am not a big fan of the turmeric flavor. We came on a Saturday evening. Parking was easy to find in the quiet neighborhood. There was a line out the door when we got there but the wait wasn't too long. The staff there were all very friendly. The ice cream portion is good and I recommend getting it with waffle cone for an additional charge. The ice cream here is on the pricier side but so worth it!

Kathleen W.

Yelp
My friend and I were looking for a dessert place near us and this was the only place that looked promising. There was quite a bit of people as we arrived right when they were opening and we waited a while in line. It was enough time to contemplate what samples to try and which ice creams to get for the flight. We got the: butterscotch mango lassi strawberry lotus and rose guava (with chili) All the flavors are unique and delicious ~ will certainly need to bring my partner along to try more as he is also intrigued by the flavors. My favorites were the strawberry, mango lassi and guava. The kick after several seconds for the guava is a nice touch however sometimes it felt a bit too spicy! Overall loved the place. The front area was quickly packed of ice cream goers and the small parlor was also full of people queueing up.

Aimee R.

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Guava with Chili ice cream is a must try, the flavor goes from solely sweet to a surprising subtle heat in the end... witchcraft! My friend Nix and I chose to have our scoop in their Dosa cone, the cone is an acquired taste (I loved it, my friend did not). The lady scooping the ice cream was welcoming and informative. Before checking out, recommend you look at the shop's refrigerator of goodies; my 2 friends got 3 pints between them and I got the delicious chocolate maple pecan pie!

Nikkomae S.

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Omg I finally got the chance to try this place and it was amazing Customer Service- so on point, I think the person that served us was the owner and she was really sweet. She was very friendly and made sure she cleaned the table we sat on before sitting on it. Ice cream- yay for ice cream. I love trying new places and I love ice cream. I decided to try their flight ice cream. You get to choose 4 mini scoops flavors of ice cream which I think is the best to go. The flavor that stood out for me the most is the salted caramel. So so delicious and highly recommend it. My number 2 flavor is the mango lassi. Im a sucker for mangoes and this flavor did not disappoint. So tasty and very refreshing. My number 3 flavor was paan. This specific flavor is seasonal so I suggest you try it while you can. All in all I will definitely come back and try their other flavors and play their toppings as well. I do hope they add more tables so guests can enjoy their ice cream especially the flight ice cream. I do think warmer the weather the more outdoor seating they will have. They also have pints of ice cream you can order and take home with you. There's street parking available as well. The only thing that im bummed about with this place is their hours. Hopefully they adjust their hours the closer we get to summer. I think closing at 8pm is honestly very early especially for an ice cream place. All in all I cant wait to go back....

Miriam L.

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Sweet new spot for ice-cream with both "traditional" flavors and some more exciting and interesting flavors. Really love the imaginative offers including an A-MAAAAAA-ZING dosa cone. Everything is premium, including the price, but it seems worth it. Loved the space too, colorful and unique. There's some indoor seating as well as outdoor seating. And I've been meaning to stop by their puri "pop up" on Thursday and Saturdays, with savory chaat. The staff, and service overall, is lovely. They are willing to share about the flavors and the history of Koolfi. You get two free tastes, so make sure you try things!

Rhonda C.

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Don't go there. Awful flavors rude service outrageous prices. I would never step foot in that ice cream shop again

Maggie D.

Yelp
According to my 6 year old: What do you think of the ice cream? 'It's GOOD!' What do you like about the ice cream? 'The flavor.' It was just good!' The mango lassi flavor was a favorite, as were the waffle cone bowls. I very much enjoyed the Klassic Koolfi & Guava & Red Chili flavors. My kiddo doesn't usually finish a portion of ice cream, but at Koolfi he finished not only his portion, but also his little brother's! My family had been meaning to try Koolfi Creamery for a while & we're glad we did. We're even happier knowing that we live very close by and hope to return many times. The flavors are unique, but not pretentious, and are hands-down delicious. The ice cream was wonderfully creamy & we're psyched to know they use Strauss products to make the ice cream. We look forward to returning here soon!

Ankita G.

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If you are looking to indulge in the "real", natural flavors of Indian ice cream, I highly recommend visiting this place. The ice creams here live up to their natural flavors and are not the sweeter ones. We got a flight of filter coffee, guava chili, cardamom, mango and and klassic koolfi. I loved all of them and will vote to be the best ones so far I have had till date. I also sampled their orange ice cream which took me back to my childhood days when I used to binge on cream biscuits. The story of koolfi creamery is such an inspiring one and one of the founder Preeti does a wonderful job in making such yumilicious ice creams. I am definitely visiting this place when I am next in Bay Area.

Monica B.

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Yummmmyyyy! This is gourmet ice cream--the kind of ice cream you enjoy with every bite (I get it in a cup). They have very unique flavors and I'd say more for an adult palette. So happy they're in the neighborhood!!!

Abigail M.

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Ahhhhhh this place it's been on my IG Reels. I was really surprised of the location. I lived all my life in San Leandro, Ca and never knew it. Shame on me. So we decided to try "The Flight" worth of $12.00 each cup with one scoop. We decided to try Salted Caramel, Cookies &Cream, Rice Pudding, Guava Chili. OMG Guava Chili is a must try it literally taste like Guava with a hint of Chili!!! Never ever in my whole life. I was surprised. Although I wouldn't compare it to mangonada but it was similar to it! Cookies & Cream was lacking of sweetness. Something was missing with my taste buds but I wouldn't say it was bad Just not my cup of tea. Overall my friend did loved it! Rice Pudding was a big recommendation too. It made me feel like a kid because I was smiling the whole time! I really did enjoyed it! Salted Caramel with GHEE BUTTER SAY WAHHHHH???? Now this was one of my favorite also. I never like Ghee Butter but OMG I didn't even taste it. It was so creamy and full of flavor I LOVED IT!!! Thank you and I must come back try all the other flavor!!!

Sanjay R.

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Ice Cream heaven. Need I say more? I had the butterscotch with cashew, brat had chocolate malt, wife had mango lassi. There is also Noodler (riff on Falooda), Pani Puri, Gulab Jamoon with Ice Cream. Flavors are sweet and savory The best part people watching. It is fun to watch adults and seniors alike recall the joy of eating a great cone or cup (or in my case, a cup and a Noodler) of ice cream. They have a doggy cup for you to take home to your fur-baby.

Jennifer C.

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Interesting flavors and great texture, but in the future I'd opt for single scoops instead of the flight. $15+ for 5 mini scoops was just too steep a price, even if the flavors were enjoyable. I also feel like a flight is less conducive to these flavors as each of them is so heavily spiced that it makes it difficult to transition from flavor to flavor and really appreciate the nuances in each. I was surprised to find the strawberry & balsamic vinegar my favorite as the balsamic vinegar was just barely detectable but added great dimension to the flavor. Second favorite was a tie between the mango lassi, guava fresh, and the garam peach. Mango lassi was basic, but good. The slight burn from the chillies in the guava fresh made me want to try it again and again (although a whole scoop or pint of this would probably be too much for me). The garam peach was a solid option, although I couldn't really taste the peaches. All these flavors I would be open to trying again, but not must gets for me. Unfortunately, our least favorite was the klassic koolfi. I felt like we had to try it, but the mix of spices were a bit too much for us and we didn't particularly enjoy the savory taste in our ice cream.

Jason K.

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Service was very fast and kind. They support LGBT here during pride month lots of flags. They're located on mainstreet near the side gate. Ice cream was so soft buttery and delicious