Salt & Straw — Restaurant in Newport Beach

Holy crap amazing 🤩. We went on a Saturday night and people were standing outside which was a good sign because it was delicious or a bad sign that they were busy and we would have to wait. But it was because it was amazing. The flavors are strange and unique and incredibly delicious. The honey and lavender made you feel refreshed and standing on an English hillside. Goat cheese mulberry and habanero was a delicious sensation of salty creamy and fire that made you want to return again and again. Chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream I could have sworn that they had elves in the back making cookies to put into that ice cream. The samples were given out on real metal spoons and each staff member took a group of people and not just put you in a line through the system. We went for a quick little treat after dinner and ended up bringing pints of ice cream home. Go for taste sensations and amazing journeys you will not be disappointed. Glad we stopped at this little shop while we were out there on vacation will be ordering some ice cream and having them ship it to me because it...

Salt & Straw is a standout in the sea of ice cream shops. The moment you step in, you're greeted by the intoxicating aroma of freshly baked waffle cones that lures you further into the ice cream wonderland. Their menu, however, is where the real magic lies. Offering a cornucopia of exceptionally unique flavors, Salt & Straw pushes the boundaries of what you thought ice cream could be. Each flavor, while unexpected, has been meticulously balanced to ensure it's as exciting as it is delicious. The creativity and quality are not just confined to their ice cream but also mirrored in their service. Each visit promises friendly staff and an inviting ambiance that will keep you coming back. This is more than just an ice cream shop, it's a sweet adventure...

This spot is our ultimate ice cream haven! Always exploring new flavors, but the divine combo of chocolate gooey brownie with Marionberry coconut sherbet in a waffle cone is my absolute favorite.

Recently, though, I've noticed the scoops are smaller, which is a letdown for us ice cream enthusiasts. 😔 Our last visit took an unexpected turn when we discovered a hair in the lavender scoop. They apologized and replaced it, but the new scoops were even tinier! 😳 No offer for a refund, gift, or store credit was extended.

On a positive note, I'd suggest adding a couple of fire heaters like Olea restaurant next door. Enjoying ice cream by the warmth would be the perfect touch! 🔥🍦

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