The Parlour
117 Market St, Durham, NC
Crema's Take
“This beloved Durham gem doubles as both a specialty coffee destination and an artisanal ice cream parlor, with standout gelato flavors like Vietnamese coffee and creative vegan options that rival traditional dairy ice cream. The Parlour earns its stellar reputation not just for exceptional quality—think rich, flavorful scoops and generous portions—but also for its welcoming atmosphere, ample seating, and genuinely friendly service that keeps locals coming back every time they're in town. Whether you're stopping in for a carefully crafted latte or a cookies and cream waffle cone, you'll find the kind of thoughtful, distinctive offerings that make this independent shop worth seeking out.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee, with creative signature drinks. Slow-sit spot. Pastries on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
THE best ice cream in Durham and the vegan blueberry lemon is the best flavor I've ever had!! They put effort into their vegan flavors too and it shows. We come here at least once a month for the new flavors and much more often when the vegan blueberry lemon is featured. The…
At the Parlour today while on my latest trip to Raleigh Salted Butter Caramel and Banoffe ice cream(which btw is incredible) Make this a must stop place to visit when near. You will not be disappointed.
The ice cream was so good and the portions were great! My husband got an ice cream sandwich and I got a scoop of cookie dough. We loved them!
This is a fine ice cream establishment. They had plenty of good options for ice cream, shakes, and floats. There was plenty of seat space and functional bathrooms(ask for a key). The facility could use some aesthetic buffing but a great stop still. There is also a city square…
Number one gelato in Durham! The cookies and cream flavor in a waffle cone is the best. They also have a wide variety of flavors including Vietnamese coffee and vegan options too. I usually go for the cranberry pear sorbet when I want something tart! There are a few tables to…
My favorite ice cream in the Triangle! Unique options that are so flavorful. Their vegan ice cream is also delicious, which is rare!! Great service, too! Any time I am in Durham, I make sure I visit the Parlour.
Crema Reviews
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