BAZARIA | GELATO & FROZEN YOGURT — Restaurant in Plano

The main focus of the place has on ice cream related items. They have frozen yogurt (froyo) and gelato. They also serve kenafa (aka kunafa or knafa) - the famous Middle Eastern cheese vermicelli dessert topped (optionally) with pistachio crumble.

Alright, full disclosure: the place is owned by members of my family so I am a little biased; however, that also makes me two things: #1) A bigger critic #2) Have inside information

It is no joke when I tell you that the owner studied the business for more than a year before opening up. He keeps up with his italian-based courses on gelato-making. He is very particular about the creaminess and quality of what constitutes as gelato.

The presentation alone speaks for itself.

For their frozen yogurt, he insists on using the freshest ingredients for their toppings.

Simply said, if he had more space, this guy would have done wonders. I say give him a few years, and God Willing he will have additional locations ... I can just see it.

Criticism: The location. That's my issue, however.

I wish they used real dishes instead of paper plates, but I guess it's par for the course when that's how froyo is done.

For kenafa, though, I don't know. Then again, maybe it is me being bougie. I think what triggered it for me is that the coffee was served in paper cups as well. That said, they had a good selection including Turkish coffee, espresso, and Americano. Although not on the menu, I believe they also serve other types, like lattes.

The owner comes from a background of cheese distribution specifically for kenafa. In other words, his kenafa is GREAT and a must try. It eclipses the the ones made by some more famous Middle Eastern dessert places that now are skimming on the cheese.

Biggest pro for this place? Hands down the quality. Come for the gelato for sure, but you must try their kenafa with a cup of Americano.

A surprising plus is that they are open weeknights until midnight. And even after on weekends. They know their audience.

I'll be sure to take more pictures next time which will encompass the gelato, the...

The Gelato at Bazaria is the most beautiful and tasty Gelato I have ever had. We stumbled upon this gelato shop because our regular gelato shop at Watters Creek was closed. This turned out to be quite the blessing. I had the Dubai (Yes, they have Dubai chocolate as a gelato option!!!) and Belgian chocolate. My son had the mint and a berry (so bright and fruity) as his option. As we sat to eat, I noticed they also had a wall of yogurt (?) soft serve options where you serve yourself. They also have a self serve bar of toppings. I think this option is sold by weight, but I'm not positive about this. They also have a cute photo booth -- where young girls would want to stand in and take a selfie. Before we left, I ordered a to-go of their Fig Gelato. I had a sample of it and it was actually my favorite. Euphorically good. I noticed that all the gelatos were halal and many gluten-free. Oh, and the staff that served us were exceptional. I felt like I was home in Egypt, which was a beautiful feeling. They are open until 1:00 a.m., which if you operate on Egyptian time (we stay up until the wee hours), is a...

I went to try here from a friends curiosity. They heard it was good and wanted to try it. Upon entering I did see some people sitting down. Off the bat, I must say the place was organized and nice and clean. Immediately we had someone assist us, who was bright and attentive, his name was Fares. I inquired if they had samples to try flavors I had been curious about. I thought I already knew what I wanted when I got there but upon knowing me and my partner were new to the establishment, he had introduced us to a bunch of other flavors. He was extremely knowledgeable and suddenly I found myself unable to pick! It was all so good! He introduced us to the popular flavors and helped me understand the difference between chocolates and it was a great experience. Everyone at the establishment was friendly and courteous and respectful. Not overtly bearing and honestly would recommend anyone to come here at least once. I was compelled to make this review specifically because of how wonderful the ice cream and...