Fairfax Scoop

Overview

Fairfax Scoop, located in the heart of Fairfax, CA, is a hidden gem in the world of ice cream and frozen yogurt. This quaint and charming ice cream shop offers a unique and delightful experience that is sure to transport you to another era. The small retail space inside may be postage stamp-sized, but the flavors and quality of the ice cream are larger than life.

One of the highlights of Fairfax Scoop is their pricing model, which offers a range of options from a kid's scoop for $2.75 to a 2-scoop with 3-4 flavors for $4.75. This affordable pricing, paired with the creamy and delicious ice cream, makes Fairfax Scoop a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

What sets Fairfax Scoop apart is their commitment to minimal waste and sustainable practices. Customers have the option to enjoy their ice cream in a real ceramic bowl with a metal spoon for dine-in, or in a cone for takeout. The shop also encourages customers to bring their own containers for a discount, further promoting eco-friendly practices.

The unique flavors, such as Moroccan mint tea and toasted sesame, are a testament to the creativity and dedication to quality that Fairfax Scoop embodies. With a constant line out the door during sunny days, Fairfax Scoop has become a beloved destination for ice cream enthusiasts looking for a truly exceptional treat. If you find yourself in the area, be sure to stop by Fairfax Scoop for a delightful and memorable experience that is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings.

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FAQ's

  • What are the pricing options for ice cream at Fairfax Scoop?

    At Fairfax Scoop, kids' scoops are $2.75, 1 scoop (1-2 flavors) is $3.75, and 2 scoops (3-4 flavors) is $4.75.

  • Does Fairfax Scoop offer dairy-free and vegan options?

    Yes, Fairfax Scoop offers dairy-free and vegan options.

  • What type of packaging does Fairfax Scoop use?

    Fairfax Scoop is a minimal waste shop, offering ice cream in real ceramic bowls with metal spoons for dine-in or in cones for takeaway.

  • Do customers need to bring cash to Fairfax Scoop?

    Yes, Fairfax Scoop is cash only, so customers should come prepared.

  • Are samples available at Fairfax Scoop?

    No, Fairfax Scoop does not offer samples, but customers have left positive reviews about the flavors available.

Ratings of Fairfax Scoop

Yelp

560

Google

451

Visitors' opinions on Fairfax Scoop

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Yoonie L.
Yoonie L. 27/04/2024
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Wow, is this in California? After seeing $5.40/gallon on the sign at the gas station, walking into Scoop felt like I was swiftly transported in another era. The line was beginning to spill out of the shop when we arrived and by the time we left, it was out the door the queue extended further down the street. The retail space on the inside is about the size of a postage stamp. Super small. A couple of tables on the left for seating (although no one was sitting, as I would feel to cramped to sit there while people are right next to you in line). There is a water cooler and then 2 ice cream freezers with their flavors. I understand that they make their ice creams in house, as well as their waffle cones and bowls. These are a couple of unique things about Scoop that I found: - pricing: Kids $2.75; 1 scoop (1-2 flavors) $3.75; 2 scoop (3-4 flavors) $4.75....say what? Where I come from, a kids scoop is about the price of Scoop's 1 and 2 scoop. PLUS, it's cash only, so start looking in the cracks of your couch... - they are a minimal waste shop, meaning, you can either have your ice cream in a real ceramic bowl with metal spoon for dine in, or you have to get your ice cream in a cone, unless you want to lick it from a waffle bowl. They don't have to-go packaging. I'm assuming that the only things are the napkins, the paper water cups for the water cooler (you have to ask for them behind the counter) and the pints for the ice cream (they'll give you a discount if you bring your own container). The line seemed to go pretty quickly, considering only one dude was serving and cashing out. There were other people around but they were helping to replenish the case. The ice cream was very creamy and delicious. I ended up getting the coffee which was delightful. They had some unique flavors like Moroccan mint tea. Wish I could have tried, but with the prices and the line, no samples is a policy. Scoop is down the street from my friend's house and they said that every time the sun comes out, there is a constant line out the door from open to close. Enjoy, Friends, and stop by for a treat if you're in the area! The locals know what's up!
Muthubatcha P.
Muthubatcha P. 03/04/2024
stars
Had Chocolate, mud pie, vanilla honey lavender flavors and they were all great. Service was the best and it's affordable compared to ice cream shops in South Bay
Ella B.
Ella B. 14/03/2024
stars
It's the best place ever! Go here at least once a week, but the lines get long after school so don't go then. But the flavors of ice cream are so AMAZING!! I l recommend the Salted Carmal flavor!!! It is the best one there!!!! The service is great and they always make me happy. I love this place so much, and sometimes (if you're lucky) you can get one of the fresh cones that they use, and it's warm and fluffy!!! Go there and you will be very happy. But the crappy people who say the lines are long are stupid and annoying because the only reason the lines are long is because so many people like it and it's the best ice cream place ever!! Their ice cream is made by local farmers and they are organic and very GOOD!!!!!! GO THERE AND YOU WILL BE SATISFIED!!
Steve A.
Steve A. 11/12/2023
stars
We stopped here to get ice cream the other day, and we're very glad we did. The flavors were really excellent, especially the salted caramel, which I think may have only been a temporary flavor. (My girlfriend remarked that it was one of the best ice cream flavors she had ever had.) The prices were quite low, we thought, and the servings very large: A double in a waffle cup was definitely more ice cream than I needed, but I'm not complaining. There are some slight disadvantages of this shop. For example, they won't do normal cups for a single or double scoop, only for a pint or quart, and so you either have to get a waffle cup, which I don't really value, or a metal cup, which means you can't leave. Also, they don't have compostable spoons or anything like that, only offering metal ones, which again means if you're eating from a bowl and don't have your own spoon, you need to stay put. This wasn't the worst thing in the world, because the shop is on a nice town strip with some benches outside, but in a rush it is a bit less convenient than I would like. Also, the store doesn't offer samples, and so you don't really get to try your flavor in advance, but thankfully all the flavors we tried were pretty good. The storefront is also pretty small, and so I can imagine it getting quite busy if a bunch of people go at once, although that wasn't the case for us. All in all, this was a very good ice cream shop, and we definitely recommend it to other people. Try the salted caramel if you can!
Barry B.
Barry B. 01/10/2023
stars
Been here lots- always fresh flavors and cones. Nice to have a stellar ice cream place in the neighborhood.
Sagruilla P.
Sagruilla P. 15/09/2023
stars
A boutique ice cream shop with a great mix of flavor options (black sesame, honey lavender) and classics (vanilla, chocolate, strawberry). I love their zero waste target and the commitment to locally sourced and fairly sourced ingredients. The prices are not as high as at other boutique ice cream shops, and the quality and care is high. Because of the narrow nature of the shop, indoor seating is more notional than available, and the line always seems long. Stick with it; it goes faster than you think and it's worth it. Cash or personal check only. Benches outside.
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Closed Opens at 12:00 PM

Address

63 Broadway Blvd Fairfax, CA 94930
Features

Features

Offers DeliveryOffers Delivery Offers TakeoutOffers Takeout Dairy-Free OptionsDairy-Free Options Vegan OptionsVegan Options Accepts Credit CardsAccepts Credit Cards Accepts Android PayAccepts Android Pay Accepts Apple PayAccepts Apple Pay Moderate NoiseModerate Noise Street ParkingStreet Parking Offers CateringOffers Catering Wi-FiWi-Fi Bike ParkingBike Parking Compostable containers availableCompostable containers available Plastic-free packagingPlastic-free packaging

Opening hours

Monday Sun 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday Sun 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday Sun 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday Sun 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday Sun 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday Sun 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday Sun 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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