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Dear Readers,

I have done something absolutely horrible as a foodblogger. I’ve been holding out on you. A while back, I discovered Scoops, a taste of heaven for gelato and ice cream lovers. It is my favorite stop for a sweet treat, and I usually stop by once or twice a month. Since we’re in the middle of summer, I am finally sharing this cool spot with you.

So what’s so special about Scoops? What makes it different from other gelato and ice cream parlors? To start off with, you never know what flavors to expect when you walk in. For instance, how many ice cream shops will offer black truffle maple, coffee Guinness, cheddar melon, or goat cheese fig flavors? My favorite is still chai tea Irish cream. The flavors are also very unique, and you’re not likely to find them at other places. They also change every single day. Other than brown bread, do not expect to find a previous flavor they’ve had to be available. That’s not to say they don’t repeat flavors - it just depends on your luck and really what they feel like making.

So there’s another reason why I heart Scoops so much. It’s how affordable a visit to Scoops is. One scoop of gelato is actually two small scoops so you can pick two different flavors for $2.75. If one scoop just isn’t enough for you, you can get a refill for $2. If you really love a particular flavor and happen to have a cooler with you or live nearby, you can buy a pint for $6. As much as I love Scoops, one full scoop of two flavors is more than enough for me.

Miscellaneous notes:
Most times, I order my gelato in a cup instead of a cone. I really like how when I’m eating there (as opposed to carry out), they give me a little glass bowl. It just feels classy to me. Also, if you go to Scoops after 9pm, you’ll see some of the flavors will be sold out, so try to go earlier if you can to see the full array of flavors available. Parking isn’t an issue most of the time. There is metered parking right in front of the shop, but if those spots are full, have no fear. Scoops is located right next to LA City College, so there are lots of parking spaces further up the street. The students and staff usually use the LACC parking lot, so there’s ample street parking. I have never not found parking during a Scoops visit.

Scoops
712 N Heliotrope Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90029
Phone: (323) 906-2649
Hours: Mon-Sat 12pm-10pm, Sun 2pm-6pm

By Pauline (see more of her posts).