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Ice Cave
4520 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143, United States
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Je
Review №1

Fantastic place! beautifully run by joyful people. warms my heart going here. everything is delicious!

Je
Review №2

Run by a sweet family, 10% discount I’m already super reasonable prices if you bring your own cup (love this eco approach!) can’t recommend this place enough

Su
Review №3

Just Wow! A must have Taiwanese Shaved Ice cream made with real fruits.

Ch
Review №4

Everything is so good, best boba I have ever had! Great customer service

Cr
Review №5

Best thing Ive ever eaten!

An
Review №6

Loved it! Its like eating yummy flavored snow. I recommend asking for condensed milk as a topping. Cant wait to go back.

Ry
Review №7

Best dessert shop in Philly! Super legit bubble teas, wonderful owners, a true mom and pop business.Weve been so many times, Ive lost count: in the winters, their teas and Asian desserts (yam balls! wheel cakes!) are great. In the summer, SHAVED ICE!

Ja
Review №8

I love this bubble tea and shaved ice spot so much. Nowadays so many of these types of stores are chains, it is nice to have a local option when you want some matcha shaved ice or a taro bubble tea. Also the service here is fantastic. They are so friendly.

Ka
Review №9

I got the mango pineapple shaved ice. Its very refreshing on a hot summer day. It comes with mango jelly and popping bubble. I highly recommend it!

Am
Review №10

Amazing Taiwanese shaved ice! Super friendly too, cant wait to go back

Le
Review №11

Really unique flavors and texture to the shaved ice, popsicles are fresh and made of real fruit. Prices aren’t posted but price-portion ratio is good given that it’s a novelty store and considering the quality.

Fr
Review №12

Awesome dessert treat! Great service, courteous people 😊

Ma
Review №13

A extremely nice experience, the boba tea was amazing and the mango pineapple shaved ice was really delicious 🤤 😊

Em
Review №14

Best taiwanese shaved ice I’ve ever had!! Extremely light and fluffy (it actually feels like I’m eating fresh snow) and it’s not too sweet. I’ve had taiwanese shaved ice from multiple other places but none of them compare to this shop! The tapioca topping on my shaved ice was fresh and delicious, the shaved ice was piled three times as high as the cup, and the texture was perfect.The owners are a young couple with an adorable baby 😍 They are extremely sweet and kind and havr smiles on their faces anytime someone walks in. The shop is very covid friendly (the owners had their masks on even before I walked in) but they unfortunately do not have any indoor seating.

Jo
Review №15

Me and my girlfriend love this spot. The drinks, shaved ice, and popsicles are all so good for the best price in the area. The one small thing I would change is to make the boba sweeter. Or maybe add a honey boba option. Still love this place though and will continue to come for the great dessert

Ch
Review №16

I loved their popsicles and shaved ice. I tried the strawberry popsicles with strawberry inside, and i really enjoyed it because it wasnt overly sweet and kept the strawberry flavor very well.Shaved ice was nice as well. It was very soft and different toppings added the flavor more interesting.

De
Review №17

Great place for ice, shaved ice, popsicles, etc. Might be easy to miss, but its there! Friendly staff!

Hu
Review №18

This is a cozy small shop for you to try Taiwanese shaved ice. Although we cannot really ask for the same fruits imported from Taiwan, I still like the combination of everything on top of the ice a lot. The owner shows his hospitality every time and I enjoyed my time there with friends.

L
Review №19

I love Ice Cave! I wasn’t a big shaved ice person but this place converted me. Light yet creamy texture and delicious flavors. Plus super nice owner/staff, good COVID precautions. Just be careful not to lose any shaved ice off the top while eating it - they load it up so generously that it’s happened to me twice.

Ja
Review №20

There is nothing bad to say about the Ice Cave. Anybody and everybody can find something to enjoy in here. There is a ton of options all at various levels of sweetness and flavor profiles. The surrounding area is amazing too! If youre looking for a pleasant afternoon take a stroll to the ice cave and say hi to some of the friendliest staff in philadelphia.

Li
Review №21

I recently visited Taiwan and this definitely compares to the local shaved ice there. It looks bigger than it really is since its shaved and fluffy. The owner is really nice and they have a loyalty rewards program. The drinks are great too - you can order with different levels of sweetness.

Ri
Review №22

I always love their bubble tea and shaved ice. I got worried they would close down because of their predatory landlord. Thank goodness theyre still open.

Ti
Review №23

I highly recommend visiting Ice Cave. There are numerous flavors and menu options from Taiwanese shaved ice with delicious toppings to flavored drinks. The location is great and the owners are welcoming.Their ingredients are fresh and offer a refreshingly light option when you need to satisfy a craving for sweetness!

Sa
Review №24

Cute, tasty, and a good deal!! The owners (/workers) are super kind and friendly--you may even get lucky enough to be offered a free sample if theyre creating something new :) have never had a bad tea, popsicle, or shaved ice item! 1000% recommended!

W.
Review №25

Quick, cheap, great tea flavors! Friendly, patient staff to new customers with lots of questions. Will have to come back for more and try the shave ice. Looks like they just moved to new location.

Ab
Review №26

One of the best businesses in the neighborhood. Owners are kind, service is great, and the drinks and treats are delicious!

Al
Review №27

Never had this delicious treat before, but it was amazing!

Da
Review №28

Owners are so kind, and the ice is delicious. Must try!

Mi
Review №29

Never had shaved ice quite like this before. Ive had snowballs, Korean shaved ice, etc. But this place they make the ice so finely shaved that its more like a creamy texture than a ice texture if that makes sense. They have lots of shaved ice flavors, popsicles which look very natural with actual pieces of real fruit, different bubble teas, and wheel cakes. The location is pretty small though. Probably no more than 10 people can fit inside but I for one believe its worth going to.

Br
Review №30

Tasty treats,with a wide selection of popsicle s,wheel cakes,teas, shaved ice and more.

Si
Review №31

I love love love ice cave. The owner and his wife are so incredibly kind. Aside from the wonderful service and great atmosphere, they have really delicious treats at a great price. You can really tell they put their love, heart and soul into each treat that they make. Sometimes they even give out free popsicles! This is a business that I will gladly be supporting. Their new location is even better than the old one, with plenty of space to hang out and relax. It is very covid friendly as well. I would really recommend this spot to anyone!

Me
Review №32

My family and I loved it. It is different. Light, sweat and refreshing. I had the mango shaved ice. Very good. A little pricey, but worth it to treat yourself to a healthy dessert.

Je
Review №33

AMAZING SHAVED ICE!!! Had the tropical bomb and it was the bomb!!!!

Yu
Review №34

Very very nice milk shaved ice with delicious toppings :)

Ka
Review №35

Extremely good i loooooove them!!! I love going there on a hot sunny day and just getting a cold tapioca tea. It is DELICIOUS!!! STAY COOL!!!:)

Ha
Review №36

INCREDIBLE customer service - especially during covid. Staff is super friendly and accommodating and the bubble tea is delicious!

Wi
Review №37

Ice cave has the best frozen desserts in Philadelphia by far. Im not kidding. Absolutely incredible shaved ice and popsicles. They have hot desserts in the winter too, in the form of wheel cakes, which is basically a crispy outside, soft inside pancake filled with custard. Amazing place all around, also has boba. I love tf out of this place

Ju
Review №38

Very cute place! All the food here is really tasty and the owners are always really nice. The prices are amazing, and are great deals compared to other Asian dessert places. I personally love the shaved ice and cream foam teas! :-)

Ra
Review №39

I LOVE their shaved ice! I’m lactose intolerant, and I think it’s the best vegan ice cream alternative (they have dairy options too). Lots of fun flavors, and super friendly staff

Za
Review №40

Very nice owners are always happy to see you. Love the shaved ice

An
Review №41

Was craving ice cream one day and found this place on google and i’m so glad i did! we’ve been 3 times in the past week. the owner is SO friendly and welcoming and the shaved ice is to die for. will definitely be returning (again)!

Ad
Review №42

The owner is the best! You cant miss the best Taiwanese shaved snow ice and the drinks!

Sh
Review №43

They only had one flavor left for shaved ice/ ice cream and it was Lemon

La
Review №44

Ice Cave has been my go-to boba place since I found it over a year ago. They have the best bubble tea Ive ever had, plus the shaved ice is really good too. The toppings usually include fresh fruit which is really nice. My San Fransisco area boyfriend (with Taiwanese heritage) agrees this is prime A tier stuff. Ive gotten almost everything on the menu so far and its all been 5 stars. The couple running it are also super nice and I love seeing them every time I come in. The only bad thing about this place is having to choose which thing to get because its all amazing.

As
Review №45

Best shaved ice and milk combo Ive ever had! The owner was super nice and helped me pick the flavor that Id like best.I live in Baltimore and would drive back for this delicious treat 😋.

At
Review №46

Taste good

Ch
Review №47

Small local business with a great menu. Very friendly and upbeat staff, always a pleasure coming here!

We
Review №48

I’m always impressed by the Ice Cave’s dedication to freshness and quality. They’re always churning out new recipes and keeping true to their commitment of only using fresh ingredients. I think I’ve had almost everything in their menu at this point... It’s a must have for me every time I’m in West Philly. Never thought I would find authentic Taiwanese desserts and bubble tea in Philly, and even at such an affordable price! I recommend trying their fruit popsicles, and if you’re feeling something super traditional, their warm Taiwanese desserts (my fav) are definitely my recommendation. I travel home to asia quite often, and even there I find myself measuring desserts to theirs.

Ro
Review №49

Great variety and flavors

ja
Review №50

My children and I enjoyed the shaved ice!! We will return definitely.

la
Review №51

The only thing more amazing than the adorable congenial owners who handcraft every single order is the awesome shaved ice they sling. Slightly hidden on Baltimore ave, step down into the cave and peruse the seemingly limitless combination of ice flavors and super fresh fruit toppings. Wait patiently for the amazing treat you are about to receive then take a seat inside or outside at one of the sidewalk tables and bliss out.

Ca
Review №52

Small amazing place for shaved ice. First time I had shaved ice and I have been back several times since. Started by local Drexel graduates.

Sh
Review №53

This is a great place if you are looking for a light desert. The owners are very welcoming and helpful. My girlfriend and I stopped in for the first time to try it out and we ended up having seconds! The owners even allowed us to try new flavors that they were testing. Word of advice, make sure to get condensed milk on your shaved ice. Its to die for! I wish nothing but the best for this store and its owners. Ill definitely be back again!

Jo
Review №54

Creamy and delicious shaved ice! I am not sure how it is made but its definitely fresh! You can easily tell the difference between real juice and artificial flavors. Ice made from real juice and fresh milk taste light, fresh, and healthy. They also topped with fresh fruit such as mango and strawberry. If you have never tried Taiwanese shaved ice before you should definitely try it.

Ja
Review №55

Great selection of sweets and treats. The family that owns the place is very warm and welcoming. Lots of items to cool off for the summer and the bubble teas are delicious!

Em
Review №56

My husband and I are regulars here. I have a lot of allergies, and the owners are so welcoming, friendly, and knowledgeable about ingredients. They are present every time we visit. We come here all the time and I have never had an issue with my allergies--the ingredients are of a high quality. Actually, I think they could be easily charging more for their items! We love bringing friends and family here when they come to visit as well (my young nephews, 2 and 5 years old, loved it as much as their parents!)--There has always been enough seating when we come to visit. The owners deliver the orders very quickly. They have a fun rewards card that you can decorate and they hang them up in the shop. We always enjoy coming here and have never been disappointed in the variety and quality of items we order! Thanks so much!

Ch
Review №57

Stopped by for a cold drink. This definitely hit the spot. The boba coffee was amazing! Such friendly workers and great prices.

Ca
Review №58

Wowowow. Outrageously yummy and very kind.

Ma
Review №59

Fantastic flavors and a unique texture. The ice cave truly has the most delicious ice in philly. Not only that but the staff are wonderful. Go to this cave.

Ju
Review №60

Really nice people and great dessert. Must try if you havent. Stay cool.

Aa
Review №61

When it comes to customer service these owners are easily the best Ive had in awhile! Not only do they serve fresh delicious and authentic Taiwanese drinks, but their bubble tea is made with real tea and his brewed on the spot. They are very responsive to their customers as they have a large vegan assortment and it does not skip out on flavor. I really enjoyed visiting the small business and well be coming more frequently.

Ma
Review №62

Yummy cold fruit-ice desserts of many kinds. Friendly folks.

Da
Review №63

I absolutely ADORE Ice Cave! The owners are very friendly and they make everything there with LOVE! Everything on their menu is worth trying and doesnt disappoint!

Mi
Review №64

Super friendly owners, and and incredible little find in the city. Will absolutely be back!

Kt
Review №65

This place has a bunch of delicious, one-of-a kind dessert options that I have never seen anywhere before. Tons of toppings and flavors. Everything is customizable. The staff are super friendly and very receptive to dietary restrictions. Several vegan and dairy-free options too.

Au
Review №66

You have got to try this place! These shaved ice treats are nothing like a snow cone, its more like delicate shaved ice cream. There are delicious flavors like chai tea, mango, or matcha. My favorite is one with peanut butter shaved ice cream with bananas and chocolate on top. The staff are super friendly too. Its pretty small, but there are usually spots to sit for our family of 3. They also have a restroom.

Pr
Review №67

Ice cave is so adorable. Its also never crowded, even in the summer. You can reliably get a nice tasty treat for real low cheap. Bubble teas come in a bunch of great flavors and have fun additions like bursting boba. Also you can get hot drinks that are super tasty. For anyone worried about allergies, they have almond milk available. Overall ice cave is a total gem and I hope they stick around for a long time!

Ki
Review №68

Had the Tropical Bomb...was da BOMB!

Ka
Review №69

They are very personable and welcoming! It is delicious and something that I had never had previously. Also a good price compared to other desserts on the area. Have had the peanut butter ice and coffee so far and both were really good

Si
Review №70

Delicious drinks :) i liked the tropical tea (make sure to get it cold)

Ch
Review №71

Awesome shaved ice and owners were super friendly. Would definitely recommend!

Br
Review №72

Really tasty! Very friendly staff, ordered the pink land shaved ice and it was so good. Go here for all your shaved ice needs

Jo
Review №73

Place has great tasting shaved ice with the perfect consistency. Been here multiple times and it has not disappointed. The menu items rotate depending on the season which lets you know that the fruits theyre using are real and not powdered. Definitely a hidden gem of desserts in philly.

M.
Review №74

This place is amazing. The ice was very refreshing on a hot day and the staff were some of the nicest people I’ve ever met!

Ro
Review №75

Everything here is utterly delightful: the light but flavorfully delicious shaved ice, the bubble tea, and especially the proprietor, Po, who is natively from Taiwan which is the birthplace of bubble tea and a star on the map when it comes to shaved ice desserts. Conveniently located on Baltimore Avenue just a stroll away from Clark Park, youll find it easily. Highly recommended!

Da
Review №76

One of my favorites. Loved by locals. Delicious!

Ca
Review №77

No flavor goop here, there are cute samples of the teas to sniff at and everything is loose leaf. Amazing!!! Huge bubble tea fan and Ive never seen game this good. Shopkeep is a total sweetheart and theres a cute dog. Instant lifer!

Ch
Review №78

I tried the Shaved Apple Cider and my friend had the Mt. Fuji. It was delicious!!!! The owners are so nice and helpful. I cant wait to go again!

Sm
Review №79

The BEST Shaved Ice, its so creamy and smooth! the owner is also SUPER nice

Ph
Review №80

Great little place Id recommend anyone to stop in and try there shaved flavored ice

Tr
Review №81

Hot jasmine green tea with milk and tapioca balls was delicious ! Very nice people and all the tea is steeped from loose leaf tea for each drink! Ordered my drink 25% of normal sweetness and it was perfect! Nothing tastes artificial and the price is very good!

Ju
Review №82

We went in with two kids, 5 and 8, who were cranky because we were dragging them to something new instead of regular ice cream. The young man at the counter was SO patient and friendly and told us to take our time as we tried to explain Taiwanese shaved ice to them. They eventually got mango milky shaved ice with gummi bears and LOVED it. They were really intrigued by the texture. We got the peanut butter milk ice and the honey lime and both were great. We will be back!

Gr
Review №83

The Taiwanese-style shaved ice tastes really good! I also tried delicious strawberry yogurt flavor popsicle. In addition, Po and Jessica are very friendly and the service is excellent. Great place in West Philly that I will be back to try more.

Me
Review №84

Lovely local place for a fun dessert or drink. So far weve enjoyed the mango non-dairy, strawberry, plain milk and chai. All have been perfect. Plus the prices are very reasonable!

Ke
Review №85

One chair doesnt belong there but shaved Ice was great

Mi
Review №86

Excellent shaved ice in a large variety of flavors and at a reasonable price.

Ho
Review №87

Taiwan-style shaved ice. Know it, love it, come and get it. Very low key, mom and pop feel. Not much seating, but you can always grab and go.

MA
Review №88

Bubble tea was awesome. Lychee black tea was also very good. Staff was the friendliest person.

Je
Review №89

Came into this place for the first time a couple weeks ago and noticed they have bubble tea! yay! This is the only place Ive found in philly that offers bubble tea that is seeped fresh, has vegan milk options (I get almond!) and give you options for the level of sweetness. You can walk away with a classic creamy dessert bubble tea or a light refreshing one! I also love that the tapioca balls are a little sweet :) Owners are the nicest people!!!! So friendly and welcoming. I am so excited to try out their shaved ice and continue buying the bubble tea. Thank you, Ice Cave!

Ca
Review №90

Ice cave is secret magic! Ice is creamy, delicious and not too sweet. Really great local business started by two students.

Ar
Review №91

Really authentic shaved ice! This place has a wide selection of shaved ice and you can choose between water based and ice cream based shaved ice. Each regular cup comes with two free flavors.

R
Review №92

This place is probably my new favorite shaved ice joint

Mi
Review №93

Delicious and different than any shaved ice Ive had before.

Al
Review №94

I really enjoy popping into this spot for the occasional sugar fix. Super friendly owners!

El
Review №95

Cheap and tasty, very friendly. Usually places this cheap are pretty mediocre but they give you pretty good stuff for super cheap. Lots of flavors to try out.

De
Review №96

The Mt. Fuji shaved ice is delicious! My hubby tried a premium popsicle, oolong latte, and thoroughly enjoyed it. The service was above and beyond. Cute place with indoor and outdoor seating.

Te
Review №97

Unreal and unlike anything Ive ever had before. Delicious!

La
Review №98

Their bubble tea and shaved ice are really good and their wheel cakes (especially the matcha mochi one) are to die for!

Re
Review №99

Love their shaved ice! Great combos of flavors and friendly staff. I love having Ice Cave in the neighborhood.

Br
Review №100

Cute spot with super nice shopowners & lots of vegan options! The mango shaved ice is everything!

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4.9 Rating
  • Address:4520 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143, United States
  • Site:https://icecavepa.com/shop
  • Phone:+1 484-926-8872
Categories
  • Ice cream shop
  • Bubble tea store
  • Dessert restaurant
  • Tea store
Working hours
  • Monday:2–8PM
  • Tuesday:1–8PM
  • Wednesday:1–6PM
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:2–7PM
  • Saturday:2–7PM
  • Sunday:2–7PM
Service options
  • No-contact delivery:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Great dessert:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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