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Fentons Creamery & Restaurant

Ice Cream Parlor, Dessert Shop, and Diner$$$$

Piedmont Avenue, Oakland

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On the list: #BabysFirstTime: SF Edition
Ranked #1 for desserts in Oakland
The experts at Food Network and Serious Eats recommend this place
"A Black and Tan with all toasted almond is a great to share treat"(10 Tips)
"Get the sundae with cookie dough and Swiss milk chocolate ice cream."(5 Tips)
"Coffee Cookie Dream Milkshake and Cookie Connection are my go-to's!"(4 Tips)
"Brought home Sundae of the month and will enjoy it for several days."(39 Tips)

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Buford DouglasSeptember 13, 2018
Opened in 1894. Claims to have invented Rocky Road, Toasted Almond, and Swiss Milk Chocolate flavors in the first decades of the 20th Century. Moved to current location in 1961.
Adrian PhillipsNovember 17, 2015
Probably the creamiest ice cream I've had in the bay area yet. The mocha almond fudge and raspberry swirl was a solid combo. Single is huge with two flavors, so get the petite if you're not hungry.
Shaina PrasadJanuary 28, 2017
Customer service is great and the ice cream even better! Try combining flavors for a unique experience!! My personal favorite: coffee cookie dream & rocky road
Chris LeeJune 24, 2013
Good food and better ice cream! I requested a brownie sundae with chocolate ice cream instead of vanilla w/lots of chocolate syrup...DROOL! I've had their Western Bacon Burger which was very good!
J JohnOctober 23, 2014
Solid sandwiches, clean place, A+ customer service. Only tried the regular vanilla ice cream (there's also vanilla bean) but it was really good. Bring $$$. Almost $5 for a single-scoop cone. Ouch!
Ariadna BadalamentiJuly 22, 2014
If you go before a game get there early to have dinner/lunch. The crab sandwich, crab salad & onion rings are great. Make sure you save room for ice cream, the selection is FANTASTIC!
Heather FlettJune 14, 2019
Been here 10+ times
Hot tip: save money with kids by ordering a deconstructed kids’ banana split. Up to 3 flavors, up to 3 toppings, banana can be on the side, whipped cream + cherry 🍒 for $8.50.
ᴡ JordanJune 16, 2017
I got the cookie connection and it was bomb. I suggest splitting sundaes unless you're a beast and really fiending some ice cream
SFistSeptember 12, 2014
The massive Black & Tan Sundae is what Fentons is known for, which combines toasted almond and vanilla ice cream with chocolate and caramel sauces. Read more
Sarah ShehanMay 18, 2015
I visit this restaurant from time to time and the level of their service improves a lot. The staff are corteous and kind. I also love that the serving time is fast.
Thomas VincentSeptember 22, 2014
Been here 5+ times
The line was insane but moved quick. The location is legendary. We go for the dessert and the milk shakes are not to be missed.
ScottAugust 13, 2018
Classic traditional historical neighborhood establishment. Going for the ice cream. May be a line. Be patient. It’s worth it. Get ice cream.
Laurence BOctober 6, 2015
Been here 50+ times
If you'd like your sundae horizontal instead of vertical, the technical term here is to ask for it in a "banana boat". Then you can get to both flavors of ice cream, simultaneously.
Milli ParkusNovember 29, 2016
One of the best creamery in The Bay Area! A must place to go especially during summer!
Brian StraussJanuary 19, 2015
Been here 10+ times
The BEST place to get an ice cream stomach ache! They serve a mean French Dip au jus as well.
RLR Masterhandyman on Piedmont Ave. MasterhandymanJune 22, 2015
Long line but hey.. As a youngster from this area it was all about hanging and still is .... Right.. I would sit at the counter to get fast service and have the sliders any day. no wait....
Laurie DalzellSeptember 1, 2014
The petite cup serving is more than enough for an adult. The single is way too much ice cream--even though you'll definitely eat it all because it is do delicious.
Nat HarwardJuly 9, 2013
Eggnog. A 119-year old creamery. More than 30 "fabulous flavors" like banana nut and mocha almond fudge and occasional seasonal flavors like apple pie and eggnog. Read more
Harry Walls IVApril 14, 2014
Absolutely delicious! You can't really sit out in front like they do on Up, but still REALLY good. Get anything with caramel. It's life changing.
Andrew CassinJuly 6, 2016
Been here 5+ times
The Banana Jr. is a perfect (giant) banana split. No need to go with the full-size.
Lika JFebruary 20, 2015
Have your ice cream sundae served in a "boat" instead of a sundae dish so all flavors may be accessed without digging to the bottom of their generous helpings.
Jeff ScoreJuly 5, 2013
Turkey Bacon Melt, followed by the Black & White sundae. Get the sundae with cookie dough and Swiss milk chocolate ice cream. You won't regret it.
Food NetworkAugust 4, 2014
Consider sampling the endless array of additional ice cream flavors, which includes choices like black walnut, blueberry cheesecake, butter brickle. Read more
Claude HarrisonMarch 16, 2020
Been here 10+ times
If you're driving and nearby parking is scarce, park in the parking lot at 41st & Piedmont. The walk will do you good and you'll save time.
lindsey anneFebruary 12, 2011
Been here 50+ times
all single scoops are actually double; highly recommended to split CCAC and chocolate marble. the combination is vanilla ice cream with caramel + chocolate sauce, with a little almond crunch. heaven!
Serious EatsSeptember 1, 2011
Try the Coffee Cookie Dream Milkshake - delicious coffee ice cream and a pile of cookies waiting for you at the base of the glass. Read more
Ellen McGrodyDecember 15, 2015
Fucking incredible. An absolute must for the sweet tooth. The burgers and fries aren't bad but the ice cream is legendary.
Justina kSeptember 23, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Black and Tan!!! All the way! Get it in a bowl instead of the tall ice cream glass. Easier to eat and you get to enjoy both flavors before they melt.
rik panganibanNovember 18, 2011
Been here 5+ times
The best deal is to get a "single" with 2 flavors split it with a friend or bring it home and eat it over a couple of days. It's a lot of ice cream!
Jennifer OrrAugust 10, 2014
The regular sundae is big enough for two and the petit sundae is perfect for one.
SEGAJanuary 5, 2012
Any ice cream is tasty. Once in there, check out the photo on the wall with the kid and sundae. It is really that good. – Jackie, Advertising Production Specialist
ShinaMay 3, 2015
The lines are long but the waiting is worth it. Lots of favors from Strawberry cheesecake to Rocky road. Enjoy!
Gwen CummingsSeptember 3, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Black and Tan sundae is the best! Swap out one of the flavors for Swiss milk chocolate ice cream to make it even better than the original
Laurence BOctober 19, 2015
Been here 50+ times
Get the chicken strips, not the chicken tenders. The strips cost $2 less and don't come with fries, but they have 5 strips vs 4 in the tenders...
Jon Y.March 28, 2014
their caramel sauce is so good! And not so sweet! Pairs great with vanilla ice cream or cookies and cream
DaveMarch 21, 2016
Coffee cookie dream is a good flavor. I'm sure the other sixty are also good.
Rebecca WangOctober 13, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Get the flight for ice cream to try three different flavors. Best deal of the menu, enough to serve two.
LJ YoungJanuary 3, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Fenton's not only a place for ice cream, but they have wonderful selection of breakfasts for reasonable prices. :-)
Adam KlopfensteinJuly 28, 2018
Been here 10+ times
Their Peppermint Bark at Christmas time is fabulous!!
Eileen SamueluApril 10, 2014
Back room is great for some quiet and great for families and large groups. Weekdays are less crowded but not by much.
Laurence BOctober 18, 2012
Been here 50+ times
The cold fudge is a great way to help keep your sundae from turning into a puddle before you eat it. It's not listed on the menu, just ask nicely.
Andrew GodfreyNovember 3, 2014
Good diner food, but make sure you make some room for dessert. They're best known for their HUGE sundaes
AndersonJuly 22, 2013
Superb ice cream . Everything is good ! Lots of seating indoors
Nikki BeauchampAugust 12, 2016
Amazing. Must remember the size of one scoop might need to do petite scoop next time !
USA TODAYJuly 17, 2013
This creamery has been around from over 100 years! Try the Eggnog milkshake - it's a classic. Read more
Marta TapperoJanuary 23, 2017
Fantastic. The real deal. Is not my favorite style, but I have to say Fentons is really old school ice cream, banana split creamery.
MarcDecember 22, 2015
Food Network's Top 5 Desserts: #1 Bananas Special (this place is also birthplace of rocky road ice cream)
Michael TchouAugust 10, 2014
This hopping spot has a diner-esque feel to it and massive sundaes which are great for sharing.
Frank KimOctober 27, 2014
Been here 10+ times
The coffee cookie dream has the best coffee ice cream ever.
Harold HoffmanNovember 21, 2010
Been here 25+ times
The ice cream flights are a great way to try different flavors all at one. FYI, a small scoop can be between a baseball or softball size. Try the sliders!

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