Mount Desert Island Ice Cream – American
This artisanal creamery transforms the humble scoop into a sophisticated exploration of global flavors, where the air is thick with the scent of warming chai and toasted spices. Velvety textures meet bold, imaginative pairings like the floral sweetness of Masumi sake lees strawberry or the deep, boozy richness of Kahlua-infused cream, inviting guests to linger over every nuanced bite. Whether it’s the sharp bite of fresh ginger or the nostalgic crunch of Girl Scout cookies, each hand-crafted creation offers a playful yet refined journey for the palate.
3110 Mount Pleasant Street Northwest, Washington DC https://fearlessflavor.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, halal, kosher, pescatarian, plant-based, low-fat, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, low-cholesterol, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, weight-watchers, clean-eating, tlc, alkaline, raw-food, volumetrics, detox, low-fodmap, renal, aip, lectin-free, mayo-clinic, pegan, sirtfood, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 2:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM
What diners are saying
Praised for its friendly and welcoming staff, guests enjoy a relaxed dining pace that allows for a casual and unhurried experience. Diners find the menu offerings to be reliable and acceptable for a standard meal
Menu
Ice Cream
Premium, homemade ice cream made in small batches.
- Callebaut Chocolate: Premium Callebaut bar chocolate Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Masumi Sake Lees Strawberry: Sake lees, strawberries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
- Shinshu Niagara Wine Raisin: Niagara wine, raisins Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- The Dude (Kahlua & Cream Liqueur): Kahlua, cream liqueur Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Assam Chai: Assam tea, spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cinnamon Cardamom: Cinnamon, cardamom Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Fresh Ginger: Fresh ginger root Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Blueberry: Blueberries
- Dried Persimmon: Dried persimmons Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Pegan, Lectin-Free
- Girl Scouts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Shinshu Sweet Cream: Local Shinshu cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Marui Wasabi: Real Marui wasabi rhizome Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Castle Stout Fudge: Stout beer, fudge Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Jim Beam: Jim Beam bourbon
- Uji Yamamasa Genmai Cha: Green tea with roasted rice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Nutella: Hazelnut cocoa spread
- Shinshu Apple Streusel: Local apples, streusel topping Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Ishii Miso Butterscotch: Miso, butterscotch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cookies & Cream: Chocolate cookies, sweet cream
- London Fog: Earl Grey tea, vanilla
- Saigon Cinnamon: Saigon cinnamon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Thai Tea: Thai tea leaves
- Sweet and Salty Peanut Butter: Peanut butter, salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Cranberry Bliss Bar: Cranberries, white chocolate Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Hasty Pudding: Cornmeal, molasses, spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Maine Sea Salt Caramel: Caramel, Maine sea salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Madagascar Vanilla Bean: Madagascar vanilla beans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Butterbeer: Butterscotch flavor
- Maple Walnut: Maple syrup, walnuts
- Sufganiyah: Jelly donut flavor Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Vietnamese Coffee: Strong coffee, condensed milk
Dairy-Free & Sorbets
Non-dairy frozen desserts and fruit-based sorbets.
- Ginger Lime Sorbet: Ginger, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Lectin-Free
- Strawberry Sorbet: Fresh strawberries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Lectin-Free
- Shinano Red Apple Sorbet: Shinano red apples Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Lectin-Free
- Vegan Coconut: Coconut milk Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Vegan Caramelized Pear: Pears, vegan caramel Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Pineapple Pimenton: Pineapple, pimenton spice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
- Blueberry Basil Sorbet: Blueberries, fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Renal, Mayo-Clinic, Sirtfood, Lectin-Free
- Vegan Peppermint Bark: Peppermint, vegan chocolate Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Vegan Madagascar Vanilla Bean: Madagascar vanilla, non-dairy base Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
Frequently Asked Questions about Mount Desert Island Ice Cream
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu highlights include Callebaut Chocolate, Masumi Sake Lees Strawberry, Shinshu Niagara Wine Raisin, The Dude, and Fresh Ginger.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- With a 3.0/5 rating, this budget-friendly creamery offers a relaxed, casual, and unhurried atmosphere suitable for a low-key date.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Mount Desert Island Ice Cream specializes in American artisanal ice cream featuring sophisticated, hand-crafted global flavors and imaginative pairings.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) artisanal creamery offers a casual and unhurried dining experience with a relaxed pace and friendly staff.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features a wide variety of artisanal ice creams, including unique global flavors and extensive options for over thirty different dietary preferences.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Mount Desert Island Ice Cream has an average rating of 3.0/5 based on customer feedback and dining experiences.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews indicate that while the staff is friendly, diners find the menu offerings merely reliable and acceptable for standard meals.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The restaurant is suitable for families, offering a casual, welcoming atmosphere with kid-friendly flavors like Girl Scouts and Cookies & Cream.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain a specific address or location for Mount Desert Island Ice Cream.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This artisanal creamery specializes in imaginative, hand-crafted flavors like Masumi sake lees strawberry, Kahlua-infused cream, and unique wasabi or stout-based ice creams.
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