Marshmallows
S. Luca of Musselburgh

S. Luca of Musselburgh

6 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, EH104DB, United Kingdom

Food • Desserts • Ice Cream • Sandwiches


"I’m a big ice cream fan and have tried many spots throughout the city. I decided to try this branch at the recommendation of a friend, travelling an hour out of my way to try it. I was stupendously disappointed, both by the place and the ice cream they are apparently so famous for. I chose to sit in in the cafe upstairs so I could have a more elaborate sundae. I ordered a fudge sundae with some extra toppings. The ice cream itself seemed rather bland. The flavour wasn’t at all noticeable and the toppings were sparse at best. Additionally, there were definite problems going on within the staff. The waiter who served me was very sweet and made sure I had everything I needed, a very young man who was incredibly friendly. But there was a very unpleasant woman who was frequently back and forth throughout the place who I assume to be some form of management. The staff definitely seemed on edge around her and she wasn’t particularly pleasant when I stopped her to ask about the take away tubs this was only because she was transporting some. Her attitude rather upset me as despite the lacklustre sundae, I was rather enjoying my time there. I had planned on taking some home, hoping the tubs would be better when I could add my own toppings. Although, after this experience I decided to quickly get my bill from the (very efficient) waiter and leave immediately. I certainly wouldn’t wish to return and would recommend others don’t attend either."

Yorica!

Yorica!

130 Wardour Street, London, W1F8ZN, United Kingdom

Vegan • Desserts • Ice Cream • Vegetarian


"Ended up coming here twice during my last trip to London. The first was supposed to be for a quick snack/treat before getting dinner later that night, but when I saw that there was more than just vegan, allergy-free ice cream, and that I could also get gluten-free vegan waffles as well? Oops, I ended up having dessert for dinner. My second visit was after enjoying the first visit so much and wanting to try their crepes, but they ended up being out of crepes that second time. I love the concept of everything there being free of the top 14 allergens, therefore being vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free, dairy-free, egg-free, etc. It is rare being able to eat somewhere without the worry of cross-contamination. (They also don't allow patrons to bring food from outside to eat there, to prevent cross-contamination even in the dining area, which is extra security for anyone who is severely allergic to anything. The ice cream was pretty good for being vegan (I've had so much worse , and the waffles weren't anything special. You get three mini ones. For the combo plate, you can opt for two scoops of any flavor of ice cream, three mini waffles, and a choice of topping or syrup on top of it all. Next time if I get the combo plate, I might choose something other than syrup on top ... it was a little TOO sweet for me. Still yummy nonetheless. My second visit, as I said, was in hopes of trying their crepes, but they were out. So, I got just a scoop of ice cream. I tasted a couple of the other flavors, but I loved the cookies cream one so much last time that I got a scoop of that again, and got a gluten-free version of an Oreo cookie on top. Next time I'm back in London, I'll be back here, for sure."