The Hop West
721 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC
Crema's Take
“The Hop West is an Asheville gem that blurs the line between specialty coffee shop and artisanal ice cream parlor, earning devoted fans for both their creative drinks and genuinely exceptional ice cream—including standout vegan options like Coconut Macaroon and Mocha Oreo that people return for multiple times a week. Beyond the stellar flavors, they've built a reputation for going above and beyond, from custom cakes that match hand-drawn inspiration images to a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere where the staff remembers why you came in the first place. It's the kind of place where you can linger over a slow coffee or treat, and whether you're local or just passing through Asheville, you'll find something to love.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
I gave them a couple of loose reference images, and they built an INCREDIBLE cake around it, far surpassing my expectations. And on top of that, they don’t sacrifice taste for aesthetic, it was absolutely delicious! The birthday girl said it was the best cake she ever had, and I couldn’t be happier. The shop workers are talented and so easy to work with, with great communication throughout the process. Not to mention, I literally slipped on ice and dropped it face down on the ground when I got home, and the cake still somehow survived and looked incredible. They must have some witchcraft going on or something! Thank you all!
Love their ice cream flavors. Yule log during the holidays was a treat.
Came in from out of town. This is hands down the best ice cream shop I have ever taken my kids too. The guy working there is amazing and so friendly. The ice cream was amazing. The mocha Oreo is out of this world.
Great flavor selection with perfect sizes. Each of us had kiddie cups of chocolate (2) and vegan chocolate (1) The service wad very welcoming. The shop was clean and seating was comfortable. Also, have a patio with seats. Recommend
The best vegan ice cream! I had a scoop of the Coconut Macaroon and a scoop of the Raspberry Crunch. And with (vegan) sprinkles. Had the same ice cream twice in one week and wouldn’t mind getting every week.
Crema Reviews
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