Downtown Yogurt
“You're like a magnet that simply draws me in whenever I go up the escalator, errrr, I mean stairs from the Grove Street Path station.”
“They even have a Dole Whip pineapple float, which I haven't had, but my Disney-obsessed friends go crazy for.”
“I've never seen another froyo spot that offers CANNOLI filling as a topping!”
Downtown Yogurt
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
PokéStop Nearby: Yes
Price range.
$ Price range Inexpensive
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After moving to JC, I've decided to get acquainted with the ice cream/gelato places in the new 'hood. I am extremely fond of ice cream, and after saying goodbye to my beloved Il Laboratorio del Gelato, I was desperately in need to find a replacement. I have tried four places in the area thus far, and instead of reviewing them individually, I thought it would be useful to compare them against each other.
I have listed them by preference, starting with my favorite:
Bucket & Bay Craft Gelato – I've visited this place the most, and is the one that I generally take visiting friends to. As I mentioned above, Il Laboratorio del Gelato was my favorite place in the city, thus, I am fairly biased toward a artisanal gelato place. Bucket & Bay has the most unique flavors and my absolute favorite is Purple Sticky Rice. However, even just the simple vanilla is amazing. Also, you have to try it with the homemade waffle cones, they are the best waffle cones I've ever had the pleasure of tasting. There are usually new flavors every few weeks and I always make an effort to try them. To be fair, I am not a huge fan of the alcohol infused flavors, but that's just because I prefer to drink my alcohol instead of eating them. Lastly, the service here is always friendly and helpful. The only downside is that it is fairly pricey for gelato, but given the fact that they make everything in-house and the freshness of the ingredients, it's worth the splurge.
Downtown Yogurt – my second favorite place and the only one that charges by weight. This is where I go when I want variety, I love the fact that I can mix and match as many flavors as I want, and the toppings here are so delicious. My favorite flavors are pineapple, strawberry shortcake and salted caramel pretzel. As for the toppings, you have to try the cheesecake bites, they are insanely delicious.
Torico Ice Cream – I love the vast amount of flavors at this place, there are usually more than 30 flavors (I think) each day, which is staggering. Also, I love the fact that they have interesting exotic flavors that you rarely see elsewhere, such as jackfruit and mamey. I personally like lychee and ginger. However, I prefer the gelato/frozen yogurt from the two places mentioned above. Also, there is generally a long line here and the service could be slow, which is understandable given the amount of ice cream being offered here. I once waited more than 20 minutes here as the people in front of me were trying numerous flavors, or ordering milk shakes, which could take awhile. I think this would be the place for you if you are looking for good old fashioned ice cream.
Milk Sugar Love – I have to preface the review of this place by stating that I've only been here once, in comparison to 20+ times at Bucket & Bay or 5 times at Torico, so take what I say with a grain of salt. The reason why I only came once is that I personally felt the ice cream here is too sweet. I've tried earl grey fudge and Thai tea in a waffle cone, as well as a chocolate chip ice cream sandwich. I thought they were all too sweet and waffle cone wasn't as tasty as the ones from Bucket & Bay. The service here is great, the woman behind the counter was helpful in making recommendations.
Haven't we all, at some point in time, been obsessed with frozen yogurt?
I certainly was– circa 2012. Nowadays I indulge only when the craving hits, which is usually when I want something sweet and relatively "healthy" and there happens to be a frozen yogurt spot nearby. Now, I don't know how healthy it is to douse my yogurt in sweet mango boba, mochi, and "cannoli cream" but whatever, live and let live.
Sadly the yogurts offered here are not that great. The staff is really nice and don't skimp on tasters so it is from an overindulgent and knowledgeable perspective that I say the best yogurts offered here are the pineapple and the "Parisian tarte". Coincidentally they are placed next to each other so make it a swirl (the middle lever) and thank me later.
Unfortunately the mochi offered was strange tasting and a bit bitter, but the boba was as sweet and juicy as I expected. The cannoli cream was strange as hell and didn't taste like cannoli cream but more of an overly sweet ricotta cheese- don't ask me why I ate it anyway.
Overall, this spot serves it's purpose: to satisfy a frozen yogurt craving.
Indoor seating is limited here but there's plenty of outdoor seating which people are obsessed with in downtown JC (even when it's 50 degrees out).
Located right across the street from the Grove Street PATH station, this Yogurt shop is not only good, it's at a great location.
They have different flavors each time I come, and they will let you try each one before you commit to it. You can then swirl as many flavors as you want into your cup and then add whatever toppings you want.
They also sell doughnuts.
Flavors I've tried and liked:
Vanilla custard with waffle cone and crunchy nutella topping
I will definitely be back.
This store so close to the Grove St. Path Station probably gets good business due to its proximity and the mouthwatering photos of the artisanal doughnuts in its window. Unfortunately, the pics were much better than the real thing. Pickiest Sis was appropriately disgruntled, after having bought two, the Bananas Foster and the Rainbow Cookie, and was told they were $3 and then had to shell out $5 for the Rainbow Cookie One. Yes it was larger, so maybe that was the reason for the $5, but woe for us, the Rainbow Cookie doughnut tasted like it had cheap artificial almond extract in its almond paste layer and too much of it. I bit into the soft, fresh doughnut, enjoyed myself for a moment, before the horrific taste of Duco Cement hit my palate. I almost gagged and had to spit out the piece. Sis took and bite, tasted the same, and looked murderous. The doughnut itself was moist and fresh and maybe another flavor would have been better.We had no desire to taste the other doughnut. If sis gives it a better review, I will change the rating. For now, I would say, avoid the doughnuts, stick to the Froyo and if you are tempted, do not buy the Rainbow one.
Came here after dinner , wanted something sweet like a donut but didn't want what they usually have at dunkin donuts…
And the donuts at this fro yo looked amazing at the window and that's what lured me in…
They have many flavors too many to decide… I decided on the banana pecan Boston creme and hubby got hot chocolate..
No complaints, my donut was great and not super sweet…
On the other hand my hubby's hot chocolate wasn't bad but boy was it sweet…. Definitely got cavities after drinking the hot chocolate…
Service was great .. the girls on duty were very helpful despite the long line , the girl on the register helped me decide on what donut to get and had a smile on her face the whole time ….
Overall I would definitely come back to try their other donuts and try the yogurt..
Great yogurt at a great price! I was a fan of the Pineapple dole whip flavour. Tasted like a great replica of the real Disneyland deal, which I haven't had in a really long time. Would suggest that flavour and the original tart, complete with fruits. So good. Quick service, and open til late, which is important to me. If ever in the Jersey City area again, will be back.
For a great snack after dinner, this is my go too. Not usually packed which is nice but they always give you free samples to try their on-going rotational flavor.
Staff is above superb and they're extremely helpful.
You can never go wrong with a cup of chocolate with peanut butter toppings.
They're just as delicious as 16 handles!
I never really get frozen yogurt, but this place has it all. Located right outside the path station, Downtown yogurt has got the goods for sure. Many different flavors that always rotate, and all the toppings you honestly need. I'm a huge peanut butter fan, so as long as they keep the PB sauce, this place will always keep its rating.