Alyssa R.
Yelp
Wow--another amazing night at Niu Soft Serve. Dairy-free and gluten-free ice cream that actually tastes this good? You wouldn't have thought you'd ever be eating ice cream without your beloved dairy... and yet, here you are.
Okay--real talk. If you're lactose intolerant or gluten-free, this place is kind of a dream. There are so many options, and not in a "sad substitute" way--like actually good.
The whole vibe? It's giving Papa's Freezeria. If you know, you know. And if you know... you're a real one.
You go for something fun--maybe the ube and coconut swirl with salted fudge (yes, the fudge is dairy-free). It makes no difference--it's still rich, still chocolatey, still incredible.
Or you build your own moment--ube base, organic peanut butter (tastes just like regular peanut butter), plus pretzels and Oreos on top. It sounds chaotic, but it works. It really works.
One thing you notice? The spoons are tiny. Like... tiny tiny. And weirdly, it's kind of perfect. You're forced to slow down, actually enjoy it, not just inhale your dessert in two seconds. Also, somehow it's not aggressively cold--no brain freeze, which feels like a miracle.
And the service? So kind. The staff are friendly, patient, and super accommodating--letting you try different flavors if you're unsure and helping you figure out what you'll actually like. It makes the whole experience feel even better.
Parking can be a little tricky. You might luck out with street parking, but they do have a shared lot--you may just need to circle a bit if it's busy.
Overall, it's such a good post-dinner sweet treat spot. You already know you're coming back. And next time... maybe trying the sammies
Yours truly,
RARA Reviews