Red Circle Ice Cream & Churros

I come here all the time I got the churro that has sauce on the top. I asked for a box but she gave me a bag every time I come I usually get a box I come here almost every day. I’m disappointed in the customer service that I received today I feel like I wasted my money cause now I hot churros in the clear bag. I don’t think that’s safe to eat or appropriate to give a customer and not give them a box. Pictures are attached at the bottom. MARIA I think needs retraining and don’t judge people

We love going to Red Circle! The churros and ice cream are delicious! I will say there is a wait but it’s so worth it! We enjoyed our time there :)

Red Circle Ice Cream and Churro is an exciting treat destination, and my experience was a mix of indulgence and curiosity. I enjoyed the churros—crispy and perfectly golden, paired with their flavorful ice cream. The balance of textures was delightful. However, I believe the churro with chocolate option could be elevated by serving a richer hot chocolate instead of the current offering. A higher-quality chocolate would amplify the decadence and make the experience even more memorable. Despite this, the creativity of their menu and the attention to presentation stood out, making it a place I would recommend with enthusiasm.

Ice cream was so good, with the churro and a bubble waffle thing, really good. The lemonade was really good and we got a free one.

Mango lemonade was good but it was full of ice I could barely put my straw in the cup . Complete rip off for $6 , 4 sips. The ice cream is frozen yogurt and it was super small . Everything is very small but super overpriced

Top tier must try desserts. Best known for the combination of great churros and ice cream. Wide variety of unique and creative combinations of churros, bubble waffle and ice cream flavors. The staff are helpful and will guide you through popular or recommended pairing combinations. Don’t sleep on the pints of ice cream. The Ube Mango is well balanced and flavorful and is better than that place that’s “below the ground”. The presentation of the desserts are Instagram worthy. It’s fun place to get desserts with family or friends after a meal in the area or as a destination. Parking is very easy with a large lot.

Love this place!! Has tons of different flavors and toppings to add on your churro. Service has always been great place is pretty clean unless they get a rush it can get crazy. Parking lot is busy just a heads up. Cooked fresh so be patient 5 or minutes you'll be glad you where!! No counter seating bar height table in rear along with 6 tables and chairs.

Rolling through Houston with the See You At The Top Fleet means visiting places that define the city, and Red Circle Ice Cream & Churros is one of them. Known for their bold flavors and signature churros, they’ve turned dessert into an art form. Located in Chinatown, this spot mirrors Houston’s spirit, diverse, vibrant, and full of flavor. SEE YOU AT THE TOP 🚀

Outstanding & creative menu. Service was friendly and the flavors phenomenal. Very good vibe. The churros were fresh and were perfect with the ice cream.

Inscribed along the hallway back wall reads, "Stressed spelled backwards is Desserts." That's not only brilliant, but 100% true. The notion of flipping life's pressures for something sweet and satisfying is for many of us, a full circle moment, or in this case, a Red Circle one. The last few years have been good to them, as they has become one of the most well reviewed ice cream spots in Houston Chinatown. Their soft serve is some of the best in the neighborhood. Smooth, sweet, and the perfect escape from a hot weather day. It also doesn't hurt that their place is heavy with the AC and a good amount of seating to boot. Their busiest days are weekends and summer afternoons, but I have never had a problem bringing a group here to enjoy a frozen treat. Churros and ice cream will always be a winning combo, especially in our neck of the woods. Try all their pufflicious combos, but especially the Chino Churro. The glazed and frosty churros are also a thing, and a fun one at that for folks who aren't about the ice cream. The prices are around $7-8 for a ice cream-churro combo, which seems to be normal nowadays. Service is usually easy going and the vibe is super casual. They also have merch on sale (t-shirts are fire!) and the parking situation is fairly easy with a dedicated parking lot.

The churros were excellent and they went so well with the soft serve. I'm looking forward to coming back.

I enjoyed the bubble waffle and the churro. Although I was not a fan of the ice cream. I got the coffee which had small chunks of espresso powder in it. I love coffee but there was almost a grit in my mouth. If I had tried more of the basic ice cream flavors I might rate it higher. Just not a fan of the ice cream.

My husband was craving for churros, so we decided to try Red Circle based on high number of good reviews on Yelp. However, we noticed how terrible the establishment reeked of toilet/restroom the moment we walked in --I was close to turning around and walking back out, but there were many customers already dining at the establishment. It seemed like they were used to the smell, so I decided to stay and we too, were acclimated to the odor pretty quickly. Aside from the smell, the rest of our experience at the establishment was good. They offered to sample their ice cream flavors, so we were able to explore their unique, homemade flavors, including crawfish! But ultimately, we decided to stay on the safe side of things and ordered: o. Churro daddy with regular churros and cookies & cream ice cream with cookie butter on top o. Churro puff with regular churros, egg waffle and Nutella, and ube ice cream The final products were certainly Instagram-worthy, but we're too old for that. But even their aesthetics aside, the food was good overall, as I enjoyed the egg waffle and my husband really liked his churros. I highly recommend this place if you're adventurous, as they also have unique combinations of churros and egg waffle, like hot Cheeto churros!

Been wanting to try this place for a long time and usually have been calling in to check if their Elmo Crunch was in rotation. We were looking for a place that had egg waffles and this was our backup. We ordered a Churro Puff and a Pufflelicious. I noticed the prices said starting at $9.50 and $8.50 respectively but nothing on the menu indicated an upsell, upcharge, or extra. At no point in time while ordering did the cashier mention that what I chose was going to cost extra. I assumed picking a coffee egg waffle flavor or churro flavor was inclusive. I had already mentioned at the beginning that it was our first time here. Would've liked an explanation. After paying, I only noticed how much our orders were: $11.95 and $10.50. I asked the workers for an explanation and he just rolled his eyes with zero sympathy. There is nothing on the menu that indicates what will cost extra.

Yummy ice cream place!! It was a busy day for ice cream, but they did their best to accommodate us. Would love to come back

OMG!!! This place is a must try. The Puffelicious waffle is amazing. They make is fresh to order & it comes warm with a nice crunch against the cold creamy ice cream. You can choose a topping or even have a flavor inside. I chose the cinnamon sugar sprinkled over it. But my friend had fruity pebbles inside. You can also order churros original or dipped with a flavor or topping of your choice. I'm already planning my next trip back!

Red Circle has unique flavors like the matcha oreo (my personal fav) and elmo crunch (their version of cookies and cream - aka the red one in the picture). Theyre also known for their churros, bubble waffles, and macarons. I would totally recommend this place, especially the matcha oreo flavor :)

I screamed for ice cream and got exactly what I wanted. I was glad to see a Red Circle open closer to home. I'm not big on ice cream, but the churro & hot caramel cone gets me every time. It's a nice setup inside; can accommodate intimate groups and is located near a lot of restaurants. It's positioned in a good area to drop in, after a meal, for dessert.

Really solid spot for unique hong Kong egg waffle, churro, and ice cream dessert! The concept of this dessert shop seems to be a mix of Hispanic and Asian flavors, which is great! I came here specifically for the ube flavored ice cream and it did not disappoint. It is my favorite ube ice cream in town, and I haven't found anything that compares yet! Most people come here for the ice cream/churro combo as they make all of their churros in house and fresh. They are hot when they are served. There are many different flavors and toppings you can choose for your churro and egg waffle. They also have other toppings for ice cream as well. Really solid place!

Delicious and unique ice cream! We got the churro puff which comes with your choice of ice cream, your choice of churro, and your choice of waffle. We got spotted panda ice cream (cookies and cream type of flavor), Nutella drizzle churro, and the original waffle. There's so many options to choose from! The dessert itself was really tasty. The waffles was the right amount of crispy and flavorful. The Churro came out warm and fresh. The ice cream was not overly sweet and had the right amount of creaminess. It was a little pricey. $10 for the dessert option we chose.

We love going to Red Circle! The churros and ice cream are delicious! I will say there is a wait but it's so worth it! We enjoyed our time there :)

Was in the area & looked up dessert places & came across this place. It was great. Not a huge selection of ice cream but lots of different churros to choose from. I got the Oreo covered churros with Elmo cookie ice cream & a waffle drizzled with Nutella. Churros are so soft & ice cream was good too. Waffle was just so so. The service is slow but it's busy & everything is made to order so it's understandable. The cafe is pretty packed but it's still relatively quiet. It actually hit max occupancy while we were there.

I went on my birthday Jan 30 of this year and let me tell you, this place is AMAZING. This was the best soft serve ice cream and churros that I've ever had. The best part of it all? The churros are made fresh. I would catch a flight today just to return to this place and taste this again. The people inside are friendly and knowledgeable and the atmosphere is pretty chill. Would recommend to anyone :)

This review is based on an after dinner visit at Red Circle with friends Pros: Nutella Drizzle Churros were awesome. It came out hot. I can really taste the Nutella flavor and the custard. I pairs that with chocolate ice cream, and that combo worked My order came out at reasonable time. Cons: Not cheap about $9 for my order. The cashier spoke way too fast In conclusion, I'll probably come back here again

Somehow someway, they were on my IG recommendations. While in the area grabbing some noodles, the sweet tooth kicked in and I noticed I was next to this place. So of course I had to mosey on over to get my ice cream fix. Ice cream flavors are gonna make you adventurous when their fitting names. The Elmo crunch is the winner here which is what I went with. Then came the question of waffle or macaroon, decision has to be made.... So decided on the macaroon to hold the ice cream and began to dig in. You'll never taste anything as unique as this dessert with the creaminess and flavor not even Elmo himself could eat fast enough. Such a killer dessert concoction! Next is the waffle. Then the churro. Or next time, I'll just order them all!!!!

Good spot to get both churros and ice cream, I really like the concept! I would return and try all the flavors they have. The ambiance is really dope and nice, the service was quick and easy!

very disappointing I asked for my ice cream to be on the side because I was bringing the ice cream to my mother at a "nursing home ". They had plastic cups sitting on the counter... I did not want the churro/ waffle to melt the ice cream. I was told they could "not" do that? The Marissa the girl tried to charge me more??? Seriously?? I asked for the manager Nickey was not there but she called her and was told "NO". I was not asking for anything extra??? This really sucks and what a terrible experience... So my wife had to scoop it out herself and put in a plastic cup , so my 87 yr old mother won't have soggy ice cream when brought to her??? How is that ok?? Nothing about that experience is ok.... Manager wanted me to call her after I posted my experience on FB.. Marissa said they are franchise owned?? what does that have anything to do with customer service?? Sorry little late she an opportunity to make it right.. Again she was not asking for anything extra??? Sorry this is not customer service at all... How do you make that right???

Everything is fresh and made to order so that caused about a 8 mins wait. It was so delicious I can't wait till I go back

It's about time I came here! I've seen lots of friends come to Red Circle but hadn't gotten the opportunity until just recently. They have a ton of really great options with many flavors you can mix and match. I personally thought that the ice cream wasn't too sweet, which of course, is a pretty good compliment as an Asian (haha!). We were served with churros and the puffs super warm, very fresh, it didn't melt the ice cream right away, the flavor combo I chose balanced one another out very well (in the photo). The churro was super crunchy and warm, while the puff was very soft and nice, the flavored sugar and drizzle were delicious. Ambience was fantastic! Definitely live by their quote, "stressed spelled backwards is dessert." Very cute! It looked pretty busy when we arrived, but their service was really great and also they're very quick! It was my boyfriend's first time there as well, he wish that the pocky wasn't just two sticks and thought the puff waffle would be filled with something on the inside, but nonetheless, he really liked it!

I took my family after a track meet and they loved it. They give huge portions and we kind of shared . The churros and waffles are made fresh which is nice.

How does one make a simple ice cream into something wonderful? Adding a churro is a great start! Good service, was busy on the night we went and the parking lot was fairly cramped, but it was worth the wait.

Have I ever told you this is my all time favorite place for desserts? Vanilla soft serve with churros is my go-to!!! I adore it so much that it is a must when my friends are in town with me and specifically this location. There's a nice mural where you can photos of your desserts or with your friends... or solo. Plenty of seatings and friendly staffs. You can try out any ice cream flavors of your choice. My tops are Vietnamese coffee and lychee. I feel bad for the girls when they have to scream at the top of the lungs cause this ice-cream shop can get pretty loud from times to times, depending on their group of customers. The owners need to consider a microphone for these girls. Otherwise, a great ice-cream shop even for late nights or buying boxes of churros to go. Yum.

We went for our first time today the $2 churro was a awesome deal. However, I wouldn't say #1 in H-town. With it being our first time we were hoping for a little insight but the girl at the counter had none besides the $2 churro. We also tried a Elmo dream shake, and the iced Vietnamese coffee. After trying everything the coffee was really strong and we asked for a small cup of milk or half n half that we could purchase and the girl at the counter said no that's just how it comes. It's a small quiet location but wouldn't go out of my way to come back.

Awesome place! Stopped in here for a break from the Houston summer and loved it. We tried three of the unique flavors, and lavender earl grey tea was my favorite. The churro bites were great too! 10/10, would definitely recommend.

Yea it's very good I got the churros puff and it's very good I would give this a 10/10

Got a leche churro with vanilla ice cream 1. Churro was real good with the sauce them got to the end of it realized the sauce was what made it good. Churro 7/10 Leche sauce 9/10 2. Ice cream - vanilla specifically was not good. The texture was not creamy and the vanilla flavor was terrible. 1/10 Wouldn't go back but if I did I would not get the ice cream. Worst ice cream I ever had, but I'd get the churro mini with the dipping sauce

The ice cream was rich, creamy, and true to the flavor. The churro was made fresh so it was warm. Great taste and texture. Really loved this place. I had the crème brûlée ice cream with the dolce de Leche churro, highly recommend it.

Venturing into this ice cream haven, it felt like stepping into the ultimate paradise for frozen delights. The selection was extensive, boasting a myriad of flavors that catered to every palate. The ice cream's quality was outstanding, with rich, creamy textures and imaginative combinations that left a lasting impression. This place undoubtedly stood out as the epitome of an exceptional ice cream destination, making it a must-visit for anyone with a sweet tooth.

There's nothing like a hot, fresh churro. All of their churros are made to order and they have a ton of options and toppings. I got the cinnamon sugar churro just cause I wanted something basic after a big dinner. It was delicious and no frills. The churro came out quickly after ordering it. Employees were nicer

Ice cream and treats are always on point and yummy! It's a must every time I come visit Houston!

Great service. I love when the staff offers suggestions. Love the variety of flavors. There was a line but the staff kept it moving. The inside is small, so seating is limited. The coffee puff tasted a bit singed but overall a tasty, delectable treat.

Went there for the first time but did not order anything. My review is based off of the waffles were already made. It is not fresh which I was looking forward too. It's great the owner responded. You should check your camera on how both locations has the waffles staged and how it is served. FYI-it's right by the plexiglass. So how do I know it is fresh and didn't see it made to order as you stated.

10/10. Churros are served warm and have perfect texture. Highly recommend you try them out

The churro is amazing! We tried the mango and peach ice cream and both were very good. The portions are pretty generous too. It is with sharing one order with someone unless you are not the sharing type. . If it wasn't so far away, I would be a regular. Only down side is that the customer service is a little lacking. The workers on Friday evening seemed indifferent and cold.

Boyfriend had a sweet tooth so we decided to pop in after dinner. We ordered the churro daddy with Oreo crusted churro and the elmo ice cream. The elmo ice cream is a red version of their cookies and cream. Fyi, the churro does take 10mins so make sure you're not in a rush. Everything was delicious but it does get messy to eat so have napkins ready!

Churros are delicious they are made fresh every order but, with that being said, wait times can become long even when it seems empty.

LOVE!! you know what's funny is.... i only eat ice cream when it's melted but baby when i tell you this ice cream is different i mean just that. i don't know where i'm the world they imported this ice cream from but chile, one of the best ice creams i've ever tasted!! i see the photo, it was very much a vibe and a great date idea!

Went here on my birthday and was pleasantly surprised :). The cashier was very sweet and attentive, he also gave me really good recommendations. I ended up picking the strawberry horchata flavor which was delicious and the churro complimented it very well. Will definitely visit again soon!!

I was craving some dessert after a bowl of ramen & this place had good reviews so I figured I'll try it. I don't think I've ever had egg waffle with ice cream but it does sound good. I asked a lot of questions to the cashier because I wanted a good combination for my waffle & she was kind enough to answer them. I decided to get their Chino waffle (cinnamon), Elmo crunch as the ice cream flavor topped with some pocky sticks. The waffle came out hot & fresh, the exterior was crispy and the inside was slightly fluffy. I would have liked it to be more fluffy but it was still good. The ice cream tasted exactly like cookies and creme & It was creamy & not too sweet which I enjoyed. Overall, it was pretty good, it's not something that I'll have often, but if I'm craving it I know where to go.

I've heard about this ice creamery so I had to give it a try. I brought my family along to partake in the deliciousness that I sought after. Lol! Walking in, it smelled like baked cookies. I was in my happy place. I wanted to try the egg waffle so I got the Puffelicious with vanilla ice cream. My mother ordered the same thing I ordered and my sister ordered the Churro Daddy. We all enjoyed the light and airy egg waffle. It was fluffy and not heavy, which is what we loved about it. So yummy!! The ice cream paired with a warm waffle hit the spot. I also loved the churro. Well, who doesn't love churros?! They had the right amount of sugar and my sister chose the perfect ice cream. It's safe to say that I will visit Red Circle again and again. It's that good!!

Who can pass up on churros! The churros are freshly made here and ready to serve with an abundance of choices. You can choose different toppings and different flavored ice creams! I highly recommend sharing as one order is quite a handful and will be more than enough. I always like to share as when you share, you get to choose more options to try!

Good place for yummy dessert and cool photo-ops. I absolutely love the churros. I prefer churros to be plain without too many toppings, but the cookie butter drizzle is to die for! So delicious!

Unfortunately, I got there 30 minutes before closing and they had nothing (no waffles, no drinks, no soft service) other than churros and scooped ice cream.

I haven't been here in a minute but you know you're in Alief and you know you're from Alief when you don't question Hot Cheetos as a topping. I saw, I ordered, I ate. The white chocolate glaze is a sweet accompaniment without being overpowering because if you're going to have a Hot Cheetos churro, you'd best not hide that flavor. The churro itself was fresh and not at all oily, so a revisit is definitely in order to try the other flavors. And there's ice cream. Well played, Red Circle, well played.

I went for the first time today, my homie treated since I helped him fix his flat tire earlier that day. I ordered the self serve with a churro and a guava lemonade. The self serve was BUSSIN!!! I appreciate good self serve and not that fake ice cream some places serve. It's not a complicated idea just good ice cream with fresh hot churros customized with the topping they have available, not sure why all the hater reviews, they didn't claim to be some extravagant high end exclusive ice cream or something. Anyway this place is very reasonably priced and and offered a wide variety that I would come back several more times just to try the different styles they prepare ice cream. The only bad thing I can say was when I was leaving and didn't get the name of this super cute thicc baddie that works there lol, sorry for being that guy people but she was just so cute reminded me of a chibi anime girl

Super cute, Instagram worthy treats! I got the monster mash pufflelicious - a warm bubble waffle with creamy chocolate ice cream, Oreo sprinkles, marshmallows, and pocky sticks! Loved the combination. I really want to try their churros as well but the one treat was already very filling! Everything tasted fresh (toppings included). Love the warmth radiating from the waffle as soon as I got it. Would love to come back to try the other treats!

Love it. This is my favorite location. They're ice cream always taste great! Love their churros. My go to spot for a sweet tooth.

We took our grandkids here last night, and they loved it! Service was fantastic, experience was great, ice cream was delicious, something different to enjoy together. Will definitely be back! Five stars to this small business!!!