ZipPicks Awards
Best Ice Cream in Prospect Heights & Clinton Hill
Master Critic Review
Dreamery
7.9
A plant-based ice cream shop built around a playful, DIY soft-serve rhythm—pour your own, then finish at the toppings bar. It lands best when you keep it disciplined: one swirl, one crunchy topping, and (if you’re hungry) a single scoop from the gelato case.
Must-Try Dishes:
DIY soft serve swirl, Chocolate + peanut butter soft serve, Vegan gelato scoop (rotating tubs)
Scores:
Value: 7.1
Service: 6.5
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 8.3
Cultural Relevance: 7.4
What makes it special: DIY plant-based soft serve with a legit toppings-bar payoff.
Who should go: Vegan dessert fans and soft-serve tinkerers
When to visit: Early evening for full flavor rotation
What to order: Two-flavor swirl, dipped/chocolate-shell option, one gelato scoop
Insider tip: Go swirl + one topping—overbuilding turns it messy fast.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; generally manageable on side streets but tighter after 6pm.
Dress code: Casual—jeans, sneakers, and relaxed summer fits are standard.
Noise level: Low to moderate—order-focused energy, easy to chat while building your bowl.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes during peak evening hours
Weekday lunch: No wait typically
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—all offerings are vegetarian-friendly.
Vegan options: Yes—entire menu is plant-based.
Gluten-free options: Limited—base is gluten-free, but some toppings contain gluten; staff can guide you.
Best For
Better for: Plant-based diners, customization lovers, and anyone who enjoys hands-on dessert experiences.
Skip if: You want traditional dairy ice cream, a quiet linger spot, or a full-service dessert café.