What should I order at Blue Spruce Ice Cream?
Blue Spruce Ice Cream
Honey Lavender Ice Cream
Highly praised as possibly the best ice cream ever tasted, noted for its flavorful honeycomb pieces and unique taste that left a lasting impression.
Spruce Tip Ice Cream
Recommended for its unique and delightful flavor, described as similar to vanilla bean but distinct and memorable, making customers wish for more.
Ice Cream Sandwiches
Frequently mentioned as a delicious treat with massive cookies and great flavor variety, loved by both adults and children, perfect for special occasions or family time.
Coffee Cookie Ice Cream
Specifically noted as a gluten-free option that was enjoyed by customers with dietary restrictions, praised for its excellent taste and safe ingredients.
Pineapple Mango Ice Cream
Described as simply delicious and refreshing, a favorite for enjoying on the patio and appreciated for its fruity flavor.
Caramel Coconut Ice Cream
Chosen among a couple of flavors tried by customers and highlighted for its great taste and appeal.
Strawberry Taro Ice Cream
Liked for being sweet but not overly so, offering a pleasant and unique flavor experience.
Golden Milk Ice Cream
Noted for tasting exactly like a creamy turmeric latte, offering a distinctive and interesting flavor worth trying.
Gluten-Free Ice Cream Cake
Highly appreciated as the best ice cream cake by a customer with celiac disease, valued for being both delicious and safe for gluten-free diets.
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 6 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 8 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 8 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 8 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 6 PM |
About Blue Spruce Ice Cream
Blue Spruce Ice Cream is an ice cream shop in Courtenay, British Columbia. Reviewers consistently praise the wide variety of flavors, including many vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free options. They also mention unique flavors such as spruce tip, earl grey, lavender rosemary basil custard, and golden milk, along with smooth texture and friendly service. The shop is described as cute and welcoming, with coffee also available.
Amenities & services
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- In-store pickup
- In-store shopping
- Onsite services
- Takeout
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Offerings
- Coffee
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Blue Spruce Ice Cream known for?
Blue Spruce Ice Cream is best known for its inventive ice cream flavors and its extensive vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free selection. Reviewers repeatedly mention standout scoops like spruce tip, earl grey, lavender rosemary basil custard, and golden milk, along with the rose-shaped ice cream presentation.
What dishes are most recommended at Blue Spruce Ice Cream?
Reviewers most often recommend the ice cream sandwiches, spruce tip ice cream, earl grey ice cream, and vegan coconut flavors. Other frequently praised picks include coffee brownie, caramel coconut, lemon thyme, lemon poppyseed, and the strawberry taro and golden milk flavors.
What is the atmosphere like at Blue Spruce Ice Cream?
The shop is described as super cute with a patio or outdoor seating area, and reviewers mention it as a pleasant place to enjoy ice cream and summer vibes. It seems to suit couples, families, and solo visits, especially for people who want a relaxed stop with friendly service and a welcoming feel.
Is Blue Spruce Ice Cream good value?
Yes, reviewers say the waffle cones and generous portions are a great price for an amazing treat. The shop offers many specialty flavors and vegan options, so the value is especially strong if you want unique scoops rather than standard ice cream.
What should I know before visiting Blue Spruce Ice Cream?
It can get busy, with one review noting a line out the door, but staff are still described as sweet, friendly, and efficient. If you want a quieter visit, going earlier in the day or outside peak ice cream hours may help, and you can also order coffee or use takeout and in-store pickup.
Is parking available at Blue Spruce Ice Cream?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking is available.
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