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Second location est. June 2024. Vegan ice cream shop with gluten free waffle cones. Open Mon-Thu 2:00pm-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 12:00pm-10:00pm, Sun 12:00pm-9:00pm.
21 Reviews
First Review by OperationChowhound
Christineaniflor
Points +45
Amazing seasonal flavors - Edit
Really fantastic seasonal flavors. I know where I'm going whenever I'm visiting Portland!
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yummy81
Points +186
Best ice cream in the US - Edit
The ice cream at this place is so creative and hands down the best my family has ever tried anywhere in this country. They are so friendly and I really don’t have words to describe how good it is. I guess there’s a reason they won all these awards. You’d have to cart me away if I ever worked at this place because there would be nothing left. This is flat out the clear winner of all ice cream shops and there’s nothing much more to say.
Read morePros: Best ice cream in the US, Amazing flavors, Friendly staff
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foofurr
Points +413
Fun and unique flavors! - Edit
When visiting Portland I knew an all vegan ice cream parlor was going to be a first stop! Cute little place with so many flavors for scooping and a freezer full of prescooped pints and ice cream sandwiches to take home. Super friendly service. Some flavors change with the season.
Read morePros: Variety, Unique, Easy take home options
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katiechurn
Points +1556
So goood - Edit
Can’t believe it was completely gluten free!! The waffle cones were sooo good!!
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lost_21
Points +436
Delicious Ice Cream - Edit
Went to their pop up tonight and got the pistachio ice cream in a waffle cone and was very impressed. The pistachio ice cream tasted just like how I remembered it and the waffle cone had a nice crunch to it. I will definitely be coming back to try more flavors!
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mithrilbabu
Points +60
amazing rose ice cream - Edit
maybe the best vegan ice cream ive had
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MadhuriPydisetty
Points +760
Creative & Delicious Vegan Ice Cream! - Edit
Loved the vibe, ambience & yummy vegan ice cream flavors! Kate the owner is very friendly!
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jollieduck
Points +3061
Creamy 🍦 - Edit
What a joy to stumble upon this fully vegan ice cream shop. I enjoyed being able to taste many different flavors and settled on the award-winning peanut brittle in a waffle cone. The waffle cone was surprisingly thick and robust!
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Sorrelsprout
Points +130
Perfect warm day treat - Edit
Kate's has the best Icecream texture/taste comparable to that of quality dairy Icecream that I've had in the past. This time I got an excellent root beer icecream (thought the flavor was strong which was good) with a sugar cone.
Read moreHave gotten their pints in the past, and also really love the Ube and Cookie Monster flavors. I REALLY enjoy their ube, it's vividly purple, creamy, light, and not overpowering. I like that the flavors aren't overly sweet and the atmosphere of the shop.
Bright and fun interior made it feel welcoming for a friend and I to hang out in, and they also have a couple seating options indoors. Bonus points for labeling the allergens on each flavor.
Updated from previous review on 2025-03-08
Pros: Ube flavor, Cookie monster flavor, Root beer flavor
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phytophile
Points +1367
Super excellent and all vegan ice cream - Edit
They have all sorts of interesting flavors and are generous with letting you taste everything
Read moreThe coconut base doesn’t overwhelm the different flavors
This place is a treasure
Pros: Vegan ice cream, Delicious , Reasonably priced
Cons: I have nothing bad to say except the hours, Hours are limited to 2-9 PM
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bEzz
Points +2114
The Best Vegan Ice Cream - Edit
This is truly the best vegan ice cream I have ever eaten in my 20 years as a vegan. Plus, you get unlimited free tastes, which feels very rare for a place like this!
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HauntedMacaron
Points +39
Just like real ice cream - Edit
Great tasting, fully vegan ice cream. Large selection of flavors, just like a real ice cream shop. Clearly labeled for allergens.
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tracyrocks
Points +1921
Delicious! - Edit
Delicious! My husband had cookie monster and root beer in a cone that he loved. I had your favorite vanilla with chocolate sauce in a cup and it was delicious! Friendly and nice staff. No step to enter.
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AfterSeeingOkjaTwice
Points +551
Great ice cream! - Edit
It was very hard to pick what to get! I went with Cookie Monster and Ube- lovely!
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Ksis
Points +1373
Fun flavors! - Edit
I definitely sampled like 10 flavors… grateful to the staff for their patience 😅
Read moreTheir seasonal flavors were so fun and interesting! Brown butter cornbread, for example. I ended up going with Java chip because it was the perfect coffee ice cream flavor. I don’t think you can go wrong with a flavor here.
Oh and even though they use a coconut base, it really doesn’t taste like coconut! (Which I wouldn’t mind, I’m a coconut fan, but I know for some that can be a deal breaker.)
Updated from previous review on 2024-10-23
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Kwr_
Points +2218
Unique flavours! - Edit
Really loved sampling the unique flavours they had here, and ended up getting the cornbread ice cream, which sounds weird, but was awesome ! Taking off one star because the coconut base was a little too heavy and rich for me by the end of my scoop.
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jenna33
Points +684
Yummy icecream - Edit
Sooo good! Better than salt n straw and all vegan ☺️
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Thanks, Jenna! Appreciate you stopping by and checking us out :)
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ABeanz
Points +1180
A Very Unforgettable Vegan and Gluten-Free Ice Cream Experience - Edit
If you're on the hunt for a vegan and gluten-free ice cream shop that delivers an incredibly creamy and unforgettable experience, look no further. This gem of a shop has set a new standard for dairy-free delights with its fresh and innovative flavors that will leave you craving more.
Read moreWe popped in at 9:30pm on a warm Friday night, and the shop was hopping. There were so many people getting late-night cones, yet the staff remained total sweethearts, handling the rush with a smile and making us feel welcome.
On my recent visit, I indulged in a half-and-half scoop of dark purple ube and Pandan on a gluten-free sugar cone. The flavors were a delightful surprise, each one subtle yet distinct, with a hint of coconut that tied everything together perfectly. The Ube had a rich purple yam profile, while the pandan brought a gentle, sweet aroma that was simply heavenly.
My guy opted for the marionberry and mint chocolate chip, which were both incredible. The marionberry was bursting with fresh, juicy flavor, but the star of the show was undoubtedly the mint chocolate chip. It was so fluffy and light, with just the right amount of mint to leave a refreshing aftertaste without being overpowering.
To top it all off, they offer banana splits for National Ice Cream Day, a perfect treat to celebrate the occasion. The attention to detail and commitment to quality at this ice cream shop is truly commendable. Whether you're vegan, gluten-free, or simply an ice cream enthusiast, this place is a must-visit. You won't be disappointed!
Pros: Super yummy & fun flavors , Really nice staff, Everything is Gluten free & Vegan
KatesIceCream
Thanks so much for stopping by! We absolutely LOVE this review and appreciate you taking the time to write it. So lovely to hear how our team was able to make your experience at our shop enjoyable. We hope you come again soon to try more of our desserts and flavors! You're welcome back anytime!
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Plantasaur
Points +282
WOW! - Edit
I’ve been wanting a Vegan Pistachio ice cream for so long and Kate made it happen! So delicious and very creamy! Cant wait to try their other flavors
Read moreKatesIceCream
Thanks so much for your kind review! Appreciate you stopping by and checking us out😄We have Pistachio all the time and have some rotating seasonal flavors so make sure to give them all a taste!
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mo_veg
Points +35
Delicious sweet treat! - Edit
This ice cream is so good, it’s hard to believe it’s vegan. The Cookie Monster is blue, coconut based, and so good! I eat all food and this plant based ice cream beats dairy ice cream!
Read moreThe store is fun, moves quick, and lets you try free samples. Highly recommend. This place can get busy -very popular fun shop
Pros: Fun flavors, House baked cones
KatesIceCream
Thanks for checking us out! So glad to hear you enjoyed! Cookie Monster is definitely one of our favorite flavors ever. Hope you come again soon!
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OperationChowhound
Points +10622
First-Rate Kate's - Edit
The Tahini Chocolate Freckle tasted more like tahini than chocolate, but I enjoyed this seasonal flavor.
Read morePros: all vegan, seasonal flavors
Cons: parking
KatesIceCream
Thanks for stopping by and grabbing a scoop! We appreciate you giving us a chance and hope to see you again soon!
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