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The U District Scoop: Where to Find the Best Ice Cream in Town
Summer is in full swing, and there’s no better way to beat the heat than with a scoop (or two) of ice cream! July is Ice Cream month, and the third Sunday of July marks the National Ice Cream Day celebration! Get out and enjoy this sweet exploration!
Sweet Alchemy Ice Creamery
4301 University Way NE, Seattle
Dedicated to producing small batch, organic, and locally sourced ice cream, Sweet Alchemy is a favorite on the Ave with its incredible flavors like DarkSide, Persian Rose, Blueberry Lavender, Aztec Chocolate, and so much more! This National Ice Cream Day, The Sweet Alchemy team is serving up a special banana split for the occasion!
Bulldog News & Cafe
4208 University Wy NE, Seattle
Known for being your destination for coffee, news, and their famous magazine wall – Bulldog News & Cafe is also your destination for scoops of Olympic Ice Cream. Grab a scoop (or two!) and enjoy with their housemade waffle cones!
Cold Plate
5240 University Wy NE Ste B, Seattle
Bringing the joy of rolled ice cream to the U District, this trendy spot lets you watch as your ice cream is made fresh on a cold plate, mixed with your choice of ingredients, and rolled into delightful spirals. Also known for their soft serve creations and milk shakes, Cold Plate is a must-try afternoon hangout!
Snowy Village
5264 University Wy NE, Seattle
If you haven’t tried Korean bingsoo, now is the time! This unique take on ice cream features a Korean-style milk-based shaved ice that is light, refreshing, and so delicious. With so many flavor and topping-combinations, there will always be something new to try!
Saint Bread with MondaySundae Pop-Up
1421 NE Boat St, Seattle
The favorite waterfront pastry and coffee destination recently expanded to offer dinner service (available Thursday-Saturday) in addition to reopening their seasonal pop-ups: Heave Ho and Hinoki! (also Thursday-Saturday). This summer boasts another addition to their menu, the MondaySundae ice cream collaboration. Enjoy a limited ice cream special every Monday afternoon and with the Thursday-Saturday evening activities!