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Creamistry
13681 Newport Ave #7, Tustin, CA 92780, United States
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Review №1

No tables and chairs to use when waiting for order. It took about 25 minutes from placing order to get ice creams. It was already few people waiting including one tired elderly woman and two little girls. When their mom asked if they can use restroom, they were told it’s out of service. Other places around don’t use Covid as an excuse for not maintaining restrooms and seats any longer. Those two girls noticed something on the counter with ice cream machines. They were excited so I looked and spotted… cockroach. Ice creams didn’t taste as good as from other locations, but that could be personal. Luckily didn’t have any surprises in it.

Se
Review №2

Creamistry as always was amazing. The owner, at least I think it is the owner, is always so polite and welcoming. Yes, it costs more than regular ice cream but thats also the point you arent just paying for the ice cream but also the experience. Watching them mix, make, and freeze your delicious treat is fun for the whole family. And the kids will love the fog the liquid nitrogen makes as it flash freezes a fast frozen flurry of flavor.

He
Review №3

Amazing ice cream but worst customer service here. The owner is awful, won’t come back to this location again.

Mu
Review №4

This is such a fun experience worth trying out a couple times for fun. Its like an ice cream lab! Very cool.

Ch
Review №5

I really wanted the experience of liquid nitrogen ice cream. I found the texture to be very strange. It was sticking and hard to scoop a bite out. The ice cream itself is tasty. I had the sea salt caramel; I am always happy with a good salty sweet combo. It does take longer than than most normal ice cream shops, but it was a fun experience.

An
Review №6

The ice cream here is pretty pricey but so good! Its worth getting ice cream here once in a while, but definitely not a place you could go to frequently without breaking the bank.

De
Review №7

Does not honor birthday offers and they were so rude about it. Terrible customer service.

T
Review №8

Yes it takes a while! & that’s why it’s so much better than every pre-made ice cream around :)

Kr
Review №9

Came here on a slow warm day and was greeted with much enthusiasm.The store was clean and the menu is huge. I was overwhelmed by options but I narrowed it down to the Quantum Coffee.It was good ice cream but it could have had more toppings. And it seemed to be missing something that I can’t quite put my hand on.I would like to come back and try other flavors or even create my own.

ha
Review №10

This is my favorite ice cream place by far. I couldnt leave CA without visiting this place again. It is wonderful that they open late.

Br
Review №11

Upon walking into the store I felt right away that they would not honor the rewards program. The older man manager confirmed the vibe I got and said they dont offer the rewards program. **5-Star Rewards should take this store out of their system.

Be
Review №12

If there is a no star option that is what I would give. absolutely the worst experience we had. First we came in with a gift card and my daughter chose a creation and he said he wouldnt substitue the marshmallows. (The store in aliso Vidhi substituted it for us all the time!). my seven year old couldn’t make his choice so my daughter went ahead and paid using her gift card that she got for her birthday. Then after a few minutes my son chose another creation and he went on to use the same gift card. And the system did not accept the gift card. And the owner says it has happened before when his system wouldn’t accept the same gift card twice and that he wouldn’t honor the transaction! My son is standing right there completely disappointed ☹️ 1) he knew the system wouldn’t accept the same gift card twice the why didn’t he let us know before hand so both the orders can be placed at the same moment 2) how is this any of our fault and the experience that we waited to get dint happen. My kids were entirely traumatized by this experience. I told them things happen in life and took them to another place. Certainly the worst experience that I have ever had at any place. and owner definitely not helpful. A big thumbs down in all ways!

Lo
Review №13

This place didnt taste right. Dont waste your money.

Ti
Review №14

Ok, I know covid has screwed with a lot of businesses, but this is the worst creamistry ice cream Ive ever had. For a $9 single scoop, youd think youre getting top notch ice cream. Instead, I got stale, hard brownies, barely any Nutella, and someone elses strawberries in my coffee ice cream. I know things are tough right now but come on! Creamistry used to be our favorite, now not so much...

Ma
Review №15

This place is amazing! The fact you get to watch them make your ice cream from scratch is dumbfounding! Love this place! I got a cookie monster nitroshake and its name really lives up to its taste and look! Cookie Monster would be very, very, very proud!

Ad
Review №16

Innovative concept. Tasteless ice cream. Pistachios were rancid. Probably use sub par ingredients. Not sure why they charge $$$

Mi
Review №17

AVOID !!!For a medium cup of chocolate ice cream, $11.88 and 34 MINUTES !!!No line, just two pathetically slow and clueless employees. When I questioned the amount of time it was taking, the boy thought it was funny.Theres no excuse for this. The place was nearly empty. I urge you to find another place to go. No ice cream, no treat is worth this wait.

Bi
Review №18

The best ice cream I have ever had in my life! Its so creamy and rich, and its made right there for you.

Ke
Review №19

Service was a little slow since they were sorry staffed, but the Ive cream is always amazing.

V
Review №20

Cool science! The dairy ice cream is so creamy and the coconut base is delicious! A definite must-try!

Ka
Review №21

Way over priced

Je
Review №22

Almost $14 for a the “large cup”. It looks very small.

Im
Review №23

Tried 3 flavors so far! Pistachio, strawberry cheesecake and unicorn marshmallow. All of them were great. The place looks clean and fancy. It’s definitely worth the wait since it’s made to your order!

Kr
Review №24

The idea is great. Its fun for the kids to watch. Unfortunately every single Creamistry Ive been too takes FOREVER. Of course, its handmade to order, but employees work slowly at every location. 1 star for overall service. Final product tastes great.

JT
Review №25

There are vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free options. There are so many flavors and combinations from which to choose. The ice cream is made to order so it is fresh and delicious. My wife had coconut cream for her base. You could not tell that it was not made from cows milk.

Ti
Review №26

Always a pleasure to try it the flavors here but it took awhile to get our order. There were five of us and we got our orders individually. By the time the last person got theirs the first person was done. It could be because it was Fathers day and they had limited staff. I love that I can make a lower carb option using coconut milk. Mine was delicious.

Re
Review №27

OMG, the ice cream made here is the creamiest I e cream I have had in my entire life!! Yes, its a little pricey, but worth every penny. You may a few minutes to have it freshly made, but it is worth the wait. So many options and amazing flavors, everyone will be sure to find the one for you. From young to old, this ace satisfies everyones sweet tooth, give it a try!

Do
Review №28

They are making the ice cream fresh from scratch. The wait was a bit long but totally worth it.

Ma
Review №29

My husband and I drove from Florida to try this place out and it’s honestly, hands down, the BEST ice cream place we have ever experienced! The place is super clean, well organized, great staff, the ice cream was delicious! This is our go-to spot, every time we’re in need of a Cali vacay!! You locals should take advantage of this place! I know I would! I kid you not, we stayed in the area for a week, and this Creamistry location was a must, every evening!!

An
Review №30

Made from scratch when your order it. Vegan options and sorbet too. Nice manager and rewards program. Free $5.95 item for your birthday.

ji
Review №31

I came here after Gen and let me just say, the ice cream was delicious. The service was barley par though because the server was alone. He was trying his best though.

Je
Review №32

Great and creative place to get your favorite ice cream in nitrogen. The place can be often busy and pricey but worth it. The ice cream is amazing and creamy.

Ry
Review №33

If you have never had liquid nitrogen ice cream, Creamistry is the place to go. Its expensive ($7 for a small), but it is some of the best ice cream Ive ever had. The dairy base is unbelievably creamy, and the ice cream comes out so smooth and dense its something that just needs to experienced. The portions look small, but its so rich I rarely wanted anything beyond their smallest size. All of the flavors Ive tried have came out amazing: not overpoweringly sweet, and with a good balance between the flavor of the base and the flavor theyre going for. Nutella, Strawberry, and Cotton Candy were all just perfect. As a Disneyland goer, dont bother with the Nitrodole. Go get the real thing in Anaheim. But everything else is absolutely worth your money.Service at this location was fast and good. It can take a while if you come in during a rush, but thats just a preparation method problem and not a personnel one.

ci
Review №34

To be honest, its just ice cream, nothing special about this place. Youre paying extra just to see the liquid nitrogen flow. The place is roomy and clean tho.

Ma
Review №35

Very delicious! We had the pistachio flavor and then shared a salted caramel brownie large cup.

Ba
Review №36

Excellent and fast service. You have to try the Thai Tea Ice Cream, its really delicious!!! The place is clean and tidy and the staff are very friendly.

Na
Review №37

I cant believe that they charge $9.00 for a cup of ice cream that doesnt even look close to what they have on their wall. The ice cream I got looked so bad compared to what we tought we were getting. I believe who ever was working did not know what she was doing. I was extremely disappointed.

Co
Review №38

Very, very, very delicious ice cream! The gentleman working was very kind and helpful. I have been to this location twice and both times were wonderful experiences.

J
Review №39

Very nice place! Awesome organic ice cream prepared right in front of your eyes! People who work there are really nice! And its very clean place! Thanks a lot!

Ti
Review №40

I am a big fan of Creamistry. I actually had my first ice cream from them in a spot in Chino Hills, and I found this place to be just as good. In my perspective, the ice cream is very expensive, but that is all relative. It follows the nitrogen style of ice cream which adds to the cost, but to me, its worth it. From my experience, nitrogen ice cream is much creamier than its counterpart and truly brings out the flavor. This isnt my favorite ice cream joint, but I can see myself coming back.

Na
Review №41

Delicious Goodies

Al
Review №42

Your sign says open at 12. i have been waiting since 11 am to get ice cream after my surgery. it’s now 12:30 and you are still not open. you have 2 options. either change your sign or open up at 12. don’t know what kind of a joke owner/manager runs this joint, but it’s not worth your business. i won’t ever be coming back

Al
Review №43

Delicious! Im sure its not ok for my waistline but it was very tasty. Freezing cold with a smooth creamy finish. Choose Premium base is best but organic would be good too. They also have coconut milk option. Each topping on a standard flavor is 1 dollar! A bit pricey but I enjoyed.

La
Review №44

It was super busy when we went in but the service was friendly and helpful. The ice cream is yummy and the process gives it a different consistency.

Ev
Review №45

Got charged for a large but received a small. 2 stars instead of one because I came in 10 minutes before closing and didn’t want to make the kid remake it, but still.... send me a coupon or somethn

Ka
Review №46

Super fast, and amazingly kind servers. Cookie monster creation is hands down the best with cashew base!

Li
Review №47

Some of the best ice cream that Ive ever had. It is so creamy and smooth. Try the sea salt and caramel. Place is always kept super clean.

Ma
Review №48

I was really excited about this place because they make your order from fresh ingredients in front of you. It did not disappoint! I had a coconut base which is great for lactose intolerance since it has no dairy! I had a matcha flavor with mochi topping and it was perfection. It was fun to watch how it is made using nitrogen and all the cold smoke from the nitrogen flowing out of the machine while being mixed. Excellent in taste!

Ch
Review №49

Bring a chair. Waited over 30 min for a shake they got wrong in the end...

El
Review №50

Excellent ice cream and service.It is expensive but worth it in my opinion.I had the Affragato which was extremely flavorful. My wife had the Resses pieces and loved it.

Ki
Review №51

This Creamistry NEVER opens on time! Today Monday 1/27/2020 I went there at 12:20 and nobody was there yet! This is my last time visiting this location!! I’ve come maybe 6 times and NEVER have they opened at noon. The same elderly man finally shows up whenever he feels like it.

Vu
Review №52

This place is so cool and so yummyI go here honestly every 2 weeks its so good always fresh great staff always busy but thats a good thing

Th
Review №53

Feels like home made ice cream! Delicious and addictive! Great personnel!

Ve
Review №54

Very delicious ice cream

za
Review №55

Awesome place! Very clean and ice cream is delicious !! So nice knowing what is going into your ice cream.

Jo
Review №56

Im lactose intolerant but it was worth the bubble guts!! Fruity Pebbles ice cream?! Where do I sign?

Da
Review №57

The music could be updated here, for sure, but yummy and great service.

Ah
Review №58

The ice cream is great and people that work there are really nice. Great place to go to with family and friends.

Fr
Review №59

A little more expensive than regular ice cream, but its cool having fresh ice cream made to order.

ka
Review №60

Great ice cream. New concept. Clean and nesh

Bi
Review №61

Creamistry delicious

Br
Review №62

Dont have one of these in TN. Incredible treats, hand made in front of you!

Ch
Review №63

Unable to make what you ordered, very simple instructions but yet still unable to understand... worst ice place ever!!!!!!

Ge
Review №64

True flavors, very well executed. Yum!!

Th
Review №65

The best ice cream I have ever had!! Definitely try the strawberry.

Ti
Review №66

Such good ice cream! Expect to pay about $9 for a single scoop with 2 toppings...

Us
Review №67

Very long wait expensive and basic awkward tasting ice cream. Not worth the price or wait

Mo
Review №68

I strongly recommend going to chemistry tustin the service is superb and the staff are extremely curteous they are always nice and smiling good place to spend a nice time with your family and friends.

Ca
Review №69

Probably some of the best ice cream I have ever had but you also pay for it..yes it was worth it!

Br
Review №70

Just came to pick up Birthday Ice Cream. It’s Monday @ 12:20pm, their hours say they open at noon. Store is closed. Lights off. Very disappointing!!

Em
Review №71

Be prepared to spend $$ for 1 scoop of ice cream... There is a baskin robbins, a rite aid and an Afters ice cream walking distance from eachother, I suggest going to those. I wouldnt want to imagine an entire families bill just for ice cream- save that money to go to disneyland parents!

Sa
Review №72

Amazin icecream..... i keep goin to this plac.. cant get enough of it

br
Review №73

Nitrogen cooled Ice cream is the best. Lots of options

La
Review №74

Delicious!!!

Fa
Review №75

The ice cream is really good with a lot of choices

St
Review №76

The Cpt. Crunch ice cream is amazing!

Sc
Review №77

The place is hip, fresh, and exciting, heavy equipment make it noisy, kids screaming echoing off of the walls. Albeit what do you expect with the Chucky Cheese of Ice Cream! Creamistry blends Milk, Organic Milk, Sorbet, and or Coconut Milk to create an amazing, great tasting and wonderful quality treat, at a price that isnt too over the price. Similar to Baskin Robbins, which is just across the street, but hands down, with better parking, fine resturants nearby, and spacious room, its a no brainer which one you should choose.The wait for your ice cream takes a minute, about 15 to be exact, however, this is not being stored in some bucket for 5-10 days, getting freezer burn, instead, they literally create the Ice Cream, using a fast Freezing/Dry Freeze technique that turns your base milk component instantly into Ice Cream.There is no other fresher alternative, besides installing Creamistry into your living room.For about $15 you can get 3 single scoops, that are too die for, or at least 2 of their specialty kinds. I took a Chocloate Combustion, and it is truly a peice of art, of what came from this fantastic concotion. The owners, are friendly enough, and the workers, are great, Say Hi to Brianna when you go in, this place is a must, and a great treat for small parties!

Ch
Review №78

Some of the best Ice cream Ive had. little pricey but very good.

Do
Review №79

Wow! Great stuff!

hi
Review №80

My son says that it is the best ice cream he has ever had. And he has had a lot of ice cream.

Mi
Review №81

So good, you must try for yourself

Sa
Review №82

Fun ice cream place that freezes custom ice cream with liquid nitrogen while you watch.

Ro
Review №83

Amazing place, I recommend this to anyone

Ja
Review №84

Disastrous, Unorganized. Terrible experience.

Sa
Review №85

I stopped by yesterday around 12:10pm and they were still closed. All the lights were off and there was no sign outside.

su
Review №86

Long wait even when I was the only one there. High priced. Ice cream selection nothing special.

Fr
Review №87

Capn breakfast is the ish!

Ki
Review №88

Great ice cream but expensive

Da
Review №89

Great ice cream

Ha
Review №90

So much to pick from. The staff is pretty amazing as well.

ja
Review №91

Wow wow wow!!! Best ice cream i have ever had!!!

Da
Review №92

Good service

Da
Review №93

Tasty, creative flavors!

Sa
Review №94

Very good

Ma
Review №95

Cool place

Ma
Review №96

Yum, yum yum. 😄

sa
Review №97

Delicious

Cr
Review №98

Looks to closed...

Ma
Review №99

Simply delicious

Ju
Review №100

It is super excellent

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  • Address:13681 Newport Ave #7, Tustin, CA 92780, United States
  • Site:http://creamistry.com/
  • Phone:+1 657-266-0333
Categories
  • Ice cream shop
Working hours
  • Monday:12–11PM
  • Tuesday:12–11PM
  • Wednesday:12–10PM
  • Thursday:12–10PM
  • Friday:12–10PM
  • Saturday:12–10PM
  • Sunday:12–10PM
Service options
  • No-contact delivery:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Great dessert:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
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