Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream Parlor & Cafe

Extremely friendly staff who makes us feel like friends everytime we come to get an ice cream.
About the ice cream. Dreyer’s ice cream is well, Dreyer’s ice cream. No need to describe how good it is!

Owned by the Nestle Corporation.

When I first opened the door the lady had a horrible look on her face as if she didn’t want to be there. Then I asked her politely can I try a ice cream, she had an attitude about that. By this time I gladly left. I refuse to spend money where someone can’t even show a slight bit of respect to the customers.

A correction is needed. They do not open till noon. I was just there today and disappointed that they were closed.
Their handpacked ice cream is the way to go. Very generous!

If you like Dreyer’s Ice Cream, but don’t want to buy a carton of it at the grocery store, you can stop by their retail location on College Avenue in Rockridge for a scoop or two.
I don’t know how long this place has been here, but it seems like it’s been yearrrrs.
They have all of their classic flavors, so if you’re in the mood for standard ice cream flavors that are also creamy, check this place out.
There’s an old ice cream parlor feel to the small space, which I like, and there always seems to be a bit of a crowd of families waiting for their ice cream cones.
You can either sit inside or outside and enjoy your lazy day while licking up the tasty days of summer :)

There was Dryers and Edy’s Ice Cream in Berkeley. I am not sure why they kept the retail store, and moved production to Union City. Dryers Ice Cream is good for mass produced product.

Time: 2:13pm/61°F cloudy
Purpose: Walking around tending clients but had plenty of time to stop and see places.
Set-​up: Like any other ice cream places with national chain corporate ownership. Display cases, freezer, blender, small fridge, couple set of tables/​chairs, counter cashier and you’re go to go.
Staff: One lone worker African American lady maybe in her early 50’s stands there like a statute for 3 – 4 mins without moving. Surely makes the best of the best for her job here. Didn’t say or greet just stares til I open up asking if they’ve other flavors.
Cleanliness: Clean as I expected just ice cream or sugary sweets here how dirty can it get?
Eats/​Drinks: Didn’t get anything due to her looks and cold stares.
Products: 28 flavors, cups/​pints, banana splits, cookies, brownies, chocolate covers, pops, candies, malts, chocolate cones, sprinkles, ice cream cakes, special custom designs.
Punch Lines: Located in heart of college ave, Katrina Rozelle, outside/​inside seatings, brand name, street parking, schools kids yells/​screams, walkable from transportation hubs.
Final Thoughts: It’s listed kids scoop for $ 2.40 I laugh add another $ 1.75 you can get 64oz of the same company and flavor at your local grocery. It’s like the Walmart of ice cream with the prices of Tara’s up the street only difference is Tara’s is organic. Worker seems like she didn’t want to be there and wanted to immediately leave at any moment. No interest of recommendations or what kind of items you may want, no cut with her.

If you are local native Oakland or Berkeley you probably were served Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream as a child. My mom grew up in Oakland and she gave me Dreyer’s. Labeled Grand because it is made with the best ingredients, my mom always purchased her favorite flavor toasted almond.
Turning the clock I had some time on this Sunday afternoon to take her on a College Ave stroll in Rockridge. The day was sunny with lots of people doing the same thing as us. We ending up at this Dreyer’s parlor and I ordered a chocolate mint cone and she ordered chocolate chip. What happened to the toasted almond, unfortunately this Dreyer’s has a limited space for ice cream because they also offer froyos and other ice treats. So they do not carry all of the flavors.
Nice to know there is parking in the rear of the building since the street is always full.

this review is for my bad experience with ordering a birthday cake.
so i call three weeks prior to the party, the young lady tells me the cakes are sooo easy to make so i should only need about 5 days in advance to order. So i wait till a week before to call in and tell her what i need… she tells me i need to come in for a consultation. Ok cool, that should be easy. So i go and explain to her my SON is turning 5 and the theme is batman so i need a black and yellow cake. Nothing special… just Black and Yellow. like batman. Literally all i wanted was a black cake with a yellow batman symbol on the top. She explains to me that she would have to charge me extra to do a symbol and that she doesn’t even think she could really pull it off because its too hard. so she recommends me to go buy a toy to stick on top. ok whatever. another 20 on an action figure thats fine.
long story short. within that week we spoke on the phone twice to confirm the BATMAN BLACK AND YELLOW CAKE for a BOY. The day of the party my husband picks up the $ 50 ice cream cake that we consulted about three times … and the cake was WHITE with black and yellow FLOWERS around the edges. what about batman and boy is so hard to understand?!!
THEN i called and left a message complaining that it was alot of work and money for nothing and i didnt even get a response until after the party! the manager called to apologize and said she would do whatever she could to fix it. said she would call me back and i havent heard anything since.
too little too late…
next time ill just make one myslef

The service was great and the parlor was very clean.
The ice cream was good however the choices were your regular run of the mill such as strawberry, cookies and cream, butter pecan, rocky road, etc etc.
I got a black cherry shake. It was real good.

This is a classic family oriented Ice Cream Parlor. With over 28 flavors, there’s something for everyone! The shop is clean and organized. The staff is friendly and they give you as many samples as your heart desires! Give em a try!

Go check out their fb page i think they have someone new writing it. Like the page for what they are saying is going to be giveaways and prizes and coupons etc.
«Come join the fun, be sure to like our page for chances go join the fun at our Rockridge Parlor!»

Owned by the Nestle Corporation, purveyors of toxic baby formula among other treats! As for Dreyer’s on College, only go there if you want the worst service ever combined with mediocre, mass-​produced ice cream.
Lots of other great ice cream out there.

Walked by Dreyer’s Ice Cream Parlor many times when dining on College Ave but didn’t have the opportunity to try out the ice cream here. I recently brought my nephew here for a sundae.
The severs were friendly and greeted us as we walked up to the counter. We each had the Grand Ana specialty sundae, but my nephew didn’t want the vanilla ice cream that came with it. The sever was patient as she waited for my nephew as he scanned the ice cream flavors in the case before selecting his cotton candy flavor before efficiently assembling the sundaes.
The sundaes each had a large scoop of ice cream with chocolate fudge, bananas, nuts, whipped cream and topped with a cherry. The sundae overall was good, but not the best that I’ve had. Difference: quality of ice cream and home-​made whipped cream.
Also, the tables and seating were not cleaned after prior use. I had to wipe ice cream drippings and sprinkles off the seats from a prior patron’s use.

Great ice cream, great prices and super nice employees. There was one time I had to stand in line for a while even though I was behind a group of only about 3 people but the man behind the counter was very apologetic.
EDIT: Every time I’ve come in here I’ve had to wait in line for what feels like an eternity. Last time I was trying to pay and already had my milkshake and it STILL took forever. They only have one register, and it’s clearly inefficient.

I love walking here on a kind of chilly night. Where I’ve walked enough that I’m warm, but when I step out of the shop a cool breeze will hit me and the ice cream will still taste fantastic.
I like this little store because it has some of those hard to find in store flavors. And really, I enjoy a hand-​scooped ice cream cone much better than the shoddy job I do at home.
Grab yourself the black cherry scoop or a shake. You won’t regret it. And if you happen to see this flavor in stores, let me know!

It feels sad inside this ice cream shop. Not sure what it is, but the vibe is strange and you feel like something’s not quite right. Like it’s a front for a secret Allied military installation. Of course, I did just watch Captain America, so of course I would think that.
Doesn’t mean it’s not true.

This Dreyer’s is right in front of Corporate HQ and the ice cream is great on both sides of the big door. Dreyer’s is actually a subsidiary of Société des Produits Nestlé, but the ice cream still has a good local taste to me. I particularly like the slow churned style and it’s the brand that I grab when I’m at the grocery store.

Dreyers mostly had ice cream in this shop where dreyer’s started years ago. froyo also available.
froyo review only:
flavor availabilty:
–fremch vanilla
–lemon custard
pricing:
s (1.99) m (2.99) L (3.99)
fruit toppings .75 didn’t see what kinds available
choice of cone or cup. choose sugar cone, which is a medium
frodrips
–taylor froyo dispensing machine, custom laminated cup
–froyo texture soft, flavors not too distinct
–great service
–wacky wabbit wating: none, mikey passed.

I stopped by after lunch at Zachary’s one weekend afternoon with a friend. I ordered the coffee and chocolate ice cream flavors in a cup (for some reason, this is my go-​to ice cream combination! The flavors just mix together so well). Dreyer’s quality is undoubtedly top notch, and this place was no exception. Texture was just right and portion size was hefty. Good after-​meal snack!
–L.