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Name: FoMu
Address: 481 Cambridge St, Allston, MA, 02134
Telephone: (617) 903-3276
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 4.55

FoMu

481 Cambridge St, Allston, MA, 02134

(617) 903-3276
Store is closed

FoMu Menu

Ice Cream by the Pint

Chocolate Pudding Ice Cream

Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

Cold Brew Ice Cream

Salted Caramel Ice Cream

Smoky Smore Ice Cream

Pint of Strawberry Ice Cream

Foreo Ice Cream

Pint of Fresh Mint Chunk Ice Cream

Chocolate Cookie Dough

Pint of Candy Bar Ice Cream

Pint of Meyer Lemon Meringue Ice Cream

Strawberry

Pint of Sweet Lavender

Pint of Peach Cobbler

Blueberry Shortbread

Magic Bar

Pint of Almond Butter & Jelly

Chocolate Peppermint Cookie

Pumpkin Caramel

Apple Cider Donut

Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookie

Chocolate Pudding Ice Cream

Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

Cold Brew Ice Cream

Salted Caramel Ice Cream

Smoky Smore Ice Cream

Pint of Strawberry Ice Cream

Foreo Ice Cream

Pint of Fresh Mint Chunk Ice Cream

Chocolate Cookie Dough

Pint of Candy Bar Ice Cream

Pint of Meyer Lemon Meringue Ice Cream

Strawberry

Pint of Sweet Lavender

Pint of Peach Cobbler

Blueberry Shortbread

Magic Bar

Pint of Almond Butter & Jelly

Chocolate Peppermint Cookie

Pumpkin Caramel

Apple Cider Donut

Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookie
8 oz. Toppings To Go

8 oz. Foreo

8 oz. Chai Pecans

8 oz. Gummy Bears

8 oz. White Chocolate Chips

8 oz. Smokey Chips

Hot Fudge Jar

8 oz. Coconut Whip Cream

8 oz. Foreo

8 oz. Chai Pecans

8 oz. Gummy Bears

8 oz. White Chocolate Chips

8 oz. Smokey Chips

Hot Fudge Jar

8 oz. Coconut Whip Cream
Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches

Chocolate Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich

Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich

Pack of 4 Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches

Chocolate Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich

Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich

Pack of 4 Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches
Sundae Party Pack

Sundae Party Pack for 10

Sundae Party Pack for 25

Sundae Party Pack for 50

Sundae Party Pack for 10

Sundae Party Pack for 25

Sundae Party Pack for 50
Baked Goods

Chocolate Chip Brownies- 1/2 dozen

Magic Bars- 1/2 dozen

Chocolate Chip Brownies- 1/2 dozen

Magic Bars- 1/2 dozen

Healthy Meal suggestions for FoMu

Ice Cream by the Pint

Chocolate Pudding Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vanilla Bean Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cold Brew Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Salted Caramel Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Smoky Smore Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pint of Strawberry Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Foreo Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pint of Fresh Mint Chunk Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Cookie Dough [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pint of Candy Bar Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pint of Meyer Lemon Meringue Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Strawberry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pint of Sweet Lavender [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pint of Peach Cobbler [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blueberry Shortbread [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Magic Bar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pint of Almond Butter & Jelly [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Peppermint Cookie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pumpkin Caramel [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Apple Cider Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Pudding Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vanilla Bean Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cold Brew Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Salted Caramel Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Smoky Smore Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pint of Strawberry Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Foreo Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pint of Fresh Mint Chunk Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Cookie Dough [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pint of Candy Bar Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pint of Meyer Lemon Meringue Ice Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Strawberry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pint of Sweet Lavender [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pint of Peach Cobbler [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blueberry Shortbread [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Magic Bar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pint of Almond Butter & Jelly [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Peppermint Cookie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pumpkin Caramel [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Apple Cider Donut [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
8 oz. Toppings To Go

8 oz. Foreo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

8 oz. Chai Pecans [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

8 oz. Gummy Bears [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

8 oz. White Chocolate Chips [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

8 oz. Smokey Chips [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hot Fudge Jar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

8 oz. Coconut Whip Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

8 oz. Foreo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

8 oz. Chai Pecans [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

8 oz. Gummy Bears [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

8 oz. White Chocolate Chips [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

8 oz. Smokey Chips [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hot Fudge Jar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

8 oz. Coconut Whip Cream [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches

Chocolate Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pack of 4 Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pack of 4 Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Sundae Party Pack

Sundae Party Pack for 10 [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sundae Party Pack for 25 [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sundae Party Pack for 50 [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sundae Party Pack for 10 [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sundae Party Pack for 25 [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sundae Party Pack for 50 [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Baked Goods

Chocolate Chip Brownies- 1/2 dozen [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Magic Bars- 1/2 dozen [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Chip Brownies- 1/2 dozen [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Magic Bars- 1/2 dozen [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Visit below restaurant in Allston for healthy meals suggestion.

Allston Diner ( 431 Cambridge St )

Burger King ( 210 Brighton Ave )

KFC ( 30 N. Beacon Street )

Visit below restaurant in Allston for healthy meals suggestion.

Burger King ( 210 Brighton Ave )

KFC ( 30 N. Beacon Street )

Write An Anonymous Review

Brianna B.

Best vegan ice cream I've ever had, and one of the best chocolate ice creams (vegan or otherwise) I've ever had. In a small cup (about $4) I paired a scoop of chocolate pudding ice cream with a scoop of peanut butter ice cream, for a match made in heaven. They are coconut-based ice creams, with a wonderfully dense, smooth, and creamy texture. The chocolate pudding ice cream was especially dense and deeply chocolatey. I would come back in a heart beat.
(5)
Angela L.

I really liked this place. I also realized it's stuck next to a bunch of really good restaurants in Allston... So you really can't go wrong with any of the food in this area. Anyways.. For vegan ice cream that's made with coconut milk.. Definitely think it's worth the cost. It's a great alternative to people who are lactose intolerant! You can clearly taste the coconut in the ice cream, so if you don't like coconut... Not sure if you'll like it! Overall pretty delicious. If you're going to get a small and you're going home... You might as well just get a pint.... (Is that fat of me?). Definitely seems to be more worth your money!! I tried different flavors when I was there, but I really enjoyed the smores flavor. If you're feeling adventurous.. I recommend this place!!!
(5)
Heather L.

Finally. Delicious ice cream that doesn't make my stomach go crazy. Great flavors and texture. The coconut base really makes for a creamy consistency. If you're not a fan of the traditional ice cream flavors, give sweet lavender a try! It's so good.
(5)
Nancy H.

You mean that wasn't ice cream made from dairy but coconut milk? Sweet lavendar earl grey shortbread, small cup ($4.15) and a cone or a cup is the same price?! Like woah that's mind blowing. I sat down and dug into my one scoop (really it was more like two) of ice cream, eagerly licking at the melting ice cream off the sides of my ice cream cone, that sounded wrong, but it was so good. The bits of shortbread where delightful and the flavors were all light but present. 10/10 would come back again. They have an ever changing menu as well of great flavors.
(5)
Andrea B.

Vegan or not, FoMu's ice cream is fantastic. I never would've guessed it wasn't actually dairy if it weren't for the reviews I read beforehand. And the flavors! Go to town sampling them before you order. The girl working behind the counter when I was there was incredibly nice and incredibly patient while I tried Cake Batter, Reverse Cookies and Cream, Salted Caramel, Peanut Butter, and Thai Chili Peanut, and then debated for a considerable time after that. All flavors sampled were as creamy and delicious as any dairy-based hard serve. Only complaint I had about some of them was the actual flavor being a tad too subtle- i.e. the peanut butter ice cream wasn't all that peanut buttery. But most of them were simply superb. Once you've finished sampling, get a sundae. Two scoops plus two toppings and whipped cream will run you $6.96, but portion sizes are generous so you definitely get your money's worth.
(4)
Jessica S.

There are so many amazing things about FoMu that I don't know where to begin. First, I don't give five star reviews easily, but this place easily earns each star. Secondly, let it be known that I am not vegan. I used to dabble in veganism, but it's just not my cup o' tea. So, praytell, why does an omnivore like me love FoMu so much? Well... Dairy doesn't like me, despite how much I love it. This can be a problem because I absolutely adore ice cream; so much so that is practically its own food group. Living in Brighton, I can walk to a number of places that serve ice cream, and I indulged in them plenty (and had the stomach aches afterwards to prove it) until I found my safe haven: FoMu. A vegan Yelper buddy of mine brought me to FoMu and I fell in love as soon as I walked in. The look of the place is unassuming yet pleasant. One would think that a vegan hotspot would look like an eclectic American-Apparel-meets-Urban-Outfitters-meets-a-ÂBurlap-Sack kind of store, but it is simple, attractive, and bright. Despite the fact that we arrived less than 5 minutes before closing time, they served us happily and struck up conversation with us that lasted way past closing. These people are great! They are also very knowledgeable about the ice cream: what the base is made of, what sweetener is used, which flavors have soy, gluten, nuts, and other allergens... they know it all! Now, the ice cream. It rocks my dairy-loving socks off. The mint-carob-chip was heavenly! I've had so many other dairy-free and/or coconut-based ice creams (both store-bought and hand-made) and this is by far the absolute best. It's creamy, not-too-sweet, and flavored perfectly. They have toppings, pints to go, and plenty of flavors to choose from. There are also other items on the menu, such as frappes, so you really can't get bored even if you tried. I can't say enough about FoMu other than this simple fact: I will be back again, and again, and again!
(5)
Pam Z.

The Peanut Butter flavor is to die for. As a diabetic, the low carb, low sugar value is unparalleled. Love it! Can't wait to try other flavors.
(5)
Sue H.

FoMu is an icy cool addition to Allston's developing vegan row. While I'm not going to be converting to veganism anytime soon (I am MEATLUVER4LYFE!), I can appreciate that FoMu offers a tasty alternative to typical dairy ice cream especially for those who are on dietary restrictions. The FoMu staff were super nice and helpful. I was immediately greeted upon my arrival and offered a variety of samples. I ended up going for the Cookies n' Cream, which I thought was pretty tasty. All of the ice cream here is coconut milk based and sweetened with agave. Out of the several different flavors I sampled, I could taste the coconut in all of them, so if you're not a fan of cocounut, you most likely won't like FoMu. Obviously there's not much they can do about that though and I'm not complaining -- I love coconut! Surprisingly, they don't have a coconut flavor but if they did, I'd totally order it. **HINT HINT** **WINK WINK** At the end of the day, I'm not sure if I'd go out of my way to go to FoMu again, but if I was in the area, which I normally am, I'd totally be down for some vegan ice cream. Allston doesn't have that many ice cream options anyways, so hooray for FoMu!
(4)
Dar M.

FoMu is a state of being, a lovely state of Vegan Ice Cream being-ness! Not only is this the BEST Vegan Ice Cream I've ever had, it is the BEST Ice Cream I have ever had in my life. My partner and I have eaten at both the Allston and Jamaica Plain locations. The quality of service and staff, the Ice Cream options, are consistent in both locations. So, first off, I know this is Vegan Ice Cream and that it is made with Coconut but if you are not a fan of Coconut or Veganism don't let either scare you away because the Ice Cream is THAT GOOD, it re-defines what non-dairy Ice Cream can taste like, look like, and be like. We have brought a lot of friends here, brought a few pints home (they also used to deliver), and sometimes, without telling people, we served them or bought them the Ice Cream without telling them it was Vegan and they were completely fooled (as well as in Love) by the Ice Cream they had. There are a lot of really great Vegan spots in the USA and my partner and I are "those Vegans" who go on vacation in search of Vegan foods, and FoMu is one of those places that you definitely make the trip to if you are visiting the area, and if I didn't live here I would mourn the loss of this food deeply. My favorite flavor is the Bourbon Maple Walnut and it's hard to try new flavors knowing how much of a dream (with the Hot Fudge) this flavor is. But there are so many great surprises, so many wonderful flavors to try, that adventure into new tastes and combinations is a necessity. Their soft serve is also wonderful and reminds me so much of my childhood, those summer days of soft-serve, soft cones, and chocolate shots (sprinkles) in NJ. I give FoMu my highest possible recommendation!
(5)
Kate G.

Do you hate coconut? Me too. BUT I LOVE FOMU! I loathe coconut - it looks ugly, it tastes weird, it feels weird on my tongue - it's HAIRY. Who likes HAIRY fruit? But honestly - the use of coconut milk in this ice cream is so eloquently done that it doesn't bother me at all - some real fine finesse of deliciousness. Every time my beau and I are in the neighborhood (or eating tacos at Lone Star) I save room for this place. My personal favorites are Bananas Foster and Black Raspberry, but it's honestly hard to miss the mark when you use fresh ingredients and take the time to mix them properly. Better than real mu.
(5)
Whitney L.

This place is a dream come true - exciting flavors of vegan ice cream handmade locally in small batches from coconut! One of the only vegan ice cream shops in the country next to one of the only vegan pizza places in the country - how perfect! FoMu has a great atmosphere - large, clean and well decorated. Modern with a small, local twist. The employees were really sweet, helpful and knowledgeable - seemed excited about what they were scooping out. They gave me samples of anything I wanted and it was really hard to pick, but ultimately I went with their recommendation. I got an ice cream sundae with Cookies & Cream and Peanut Butter with hot fudge, coconut whipped cream and mochi "marshmallows" - every bite was fantastic. Only problem was its size - wish I had shared it with someone! It cost just over $6, which I thought was reasonable given the supreme taste and quality. Also tried the Avocado (super creamy) and Salted Caramel (salty flavor explosion!) Will definitely go back and recommend it to everyone I know - so thrilled that it's there. Hope they get softserve at some point - that would be even more exciting!
(5)
Victoria P.

Came here and got a scoop of the salted caramel and the espresso bean. I loved the idea of using coconut in the ice cream, but I was a bit disappointed. The coconut flavor is a bit overpowering that I can barely taste the actual flavor of the ice cream. I also found that both scoops were overly sweet. It wasn't bad, but I don't know if this ice cream is for me.
(3)
Mia S.

I eat dairy and I have had some good vegan ice cream, but I would not recommend this place to a dairy-consuming friend. When I went, I was told I should try 'everything but the kitchen sink'. Maybe I should have gone for something else, but I was convinced. It contained a massive amount of old-tasting vegan baked goods. I couldn't finish it. The staff was very friendly, you can get oodles of free samples, but I'd still opt for real ice cream if I wasn't a vegan...
(2)
Stella M.

Not just for vegans! This place is seriously amazing. Creative flavors, incredibly creamy, and even (sorta) good for you! Vegans know how hard it is to find really good ice cream. This place does it right, and pleases non-vegans too! I visited the JP location and brought a friend. I had one of their amazing sundaes with Thai chili peanut ice cream and fudge sauce while he had dark and stormy flavor. Both were so delicious and their espresso is quite good too. The JP location only has a few tables but turnover is fairly quick or you can take it with you. The staff is quite nice and they will give you samples of whatever you'd like. You can also purchase pints to take home. This place is a a real treat, I can't wait to go back!
(5)
Michael M.

Delicious ice cream after eating meal nearby restaurants. Plethora of eclectic flavors to sample. I must come back for more samples. Would be nice if they were close to the train or easier parking area.
(3)
Kristine A.

Holy yumminess. This is like a dream, but it isn't! It's real!! It's very exciting to have a dairy-free place w/ all kinds of flavors that are so totally delicious. I mean the vegan corner has grown which makes it super awesome although a hike to get to but so totally worth it. I shared a sundae w/ a friend but I could so easily eat it all myself. I tried so many flavors that it was hard to pick but I intends to go back & try some more. They do smoothies & various dairy-free milk shakes & have tasty baked goods as well. Go, run, eat, now.
(5)
Michael C.

When I heard an all vegan ice cream / coffee shop was opening up in Allston, I was ecstatic and knew I had to try it the next time I was in the area. They did not disappoint! This was by far the best ice cream I've ever had... including my pre-gan days. I had tried their ice cream at Veggie Galaxy before they opened the shop, so I knew I was in for a treat. I got the espresso flavor as is, no extra toppings. So creamy and flavorful. I went with a very un-vegan dairy consuming friend that LOVED their ice cream. He got the cookies and creme flavor, and was still raving about it days after. The place is really nice inside, I dig the modern look. There were two girls working the counter, both very friendly and helpful. They have a few pastries and such from Veggie Galaxy for sale, which is awesome. Not a single complaint... well maybe that they were sold out of the salted caramel, but from what I hear about it, a sell out of that flavor is understandable! I hope the next time I pop in, I'll get to try it out.
(5)
Mindy R.

I drive by FoMu (literally) AT LEAST 4 times every single day. I finally made the leap today to jump in and try "alternative ice cream"...THANK GOODNESS I DID! I'm not vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, nut free...or anything that would require me to eat alternative ice cream - but the flavors on their board are always so enticing! I went in & on a whim ordered a Dark & Stormy. I got a medium, and it was BIG! At first I was like "hmmm yeah IDK this is really big!" and after about 3 bites i was like "AHH! THIS SHOULD BE BIGGER BECAUSE ITS SO YUMMY" I'm actually writing this review as I eat my FoMu on my bed in my air conditioned room on this 100 degree day...I had to run home & yelp before I even finished it was that yummy! There are SO many other delicious sounding flavors there just waiting for me to try them and they are very reasonably priced for the quality and quantity that you get. I will definitely be back very very soon - and I'm recommending it to everyone I know!
(5)
Sophie C.

I'd like to title this review, "Non-Vegans Need Not Flee In Terror!" I am not FoMu's target audience. I LOVE cheese and I ADORE ice cream. I used to eat a pint of Haagen Daz every day in my senior year of high school. I wasn't even stressed out - I ate it because it was delicious. That said, FoMu was fantastic. My favorite flavor (after obnoxiously trying 5) was Honey Lavender, and I got chocolate on top. The coconut milk texture was actually wonderful. Perhaps vegans aren't all crazy after all! A rare 5 star rating from me. Bonus: they serve excellent coffee and espresso here too. If it's evening, ask for a decaf americano. :)
(5)
Elaine C.

Awesome place for your alternative ice cream need. This is one of the last places I visited before I moved from Boston to Philly. Once I had their ice cream, I regretted not visiting earlier! The staff are friendly and let you taste test different flavors. When I wanted to be adventurous and try the mango chipotle flavor without tasting, the girl behind the counter made sure I had a taste before committing to an entire scoop. It was delicious with a mild kick of heat. I also splurge and has the avocado ice cream! The avocado was amazing. It was subtly sweet and full of flavor. The next time I stop by Boston, I will make the time to stop by (maybe the JP location)!
(4)
Steven R.

FoMu is great. They have a nice selection of flavors.. the ice cream itself is delicious. Primarily coconut based.. you can hardly tell that it's not real ice cream. I would highly recommend the salted caramel. The staff is always friendly and helpful in regards to choosing the flavor you want to get. All and all, I would highly recommend FoMu's ice cream. I cant speak to their other offerings. They also have gluten free toppings as a bonus.
(4)
LAURA K.

Oh how happy I was to find this place! I don't care if it was 20 degrees and snowing outside. We wanted Ice cream! They have a great selection. Most are made with coconut milk, but a few are made with almond/cashew. I preferred the nuts as opposed to coconut. But I sampled quite a few different flavors and had a hard time making a choice. They also sell donuts and cinnamon rolls. All vegan. I took some of those to go and they were delicious! Cinnamon roll was a bit dry, but a quick nuke in the microwave and it was awesone!
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Charlotte M.

Nomnomnomnom. Very cute, very yummy. Love the chocolate ice cream. They have lots of other interesting flavors. Everyone I know loves the salted caramel. If I lived anywhere near this place, I would go more often!
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Bob J.

Walked 3 (admittedly scenic) miles to get here and so worth it. Got the salted caramel on a cone. It was really creamy, and I liked it, but there was quite a strong coconut flavor that might not be for everyone, so definitely get samples of whatever you want to buy. There's a small seating area in front, as well as a bench in the back. Would definitely come back, I need to try more of their yummy ice cream!
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Jack M.

We went here for coffee. Sign out front said coffee. We should have known when ordering a Macciato and asked if we wanted "Almond or soy milk?" that we were in trouble. It's a hipster vegan coffee-"ice cream" place. Sure, if that's what you want/need/think you need, then have at it. The macchiato was in a shot glass. Tiny. And disgusting. Like, the worst coffee-related drink I've ever had. We promptly left this haven of hipsters and found a Starbucks.
(1)
JJ W.

Good vegan ice cream. Tried the Chocolate pudding and Cardamon Pistachio both very good. The woman behind the counter was very nice, and helpful offering samples and engaging in happy small talk.
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Amanda B.

FINALLY a vegan "ice cream" place in the Allston/Brighton area. Not only is it in a great location but the ice cream is unbelievably delicious. We checked it out for the first time tonight and was certainly pleasantly surprised. As someone who is extremely lactose intolerant I have tried many alternatives to ice cream and nothing comes close to this place. Not to mention the fact that I can enjoy a variety of toppings from hot fudge to "whipped cream" to mochi and many more. There are a variety of flavors to please every palette. We had the hard ice cream in cookies and cream, peanut butter and pistachio and all were very tasty. The shop advertises that soft serve is in the works and we are looking forward to trying that too. In addition to the frozen treats they have coffee, tea, baked goods and chocolate available. Overall a great place, in a terrific location with a fabulous ice cream alternative!
(5)
Joel C.

This place is incredible. Tons of amazing vegan ice cream options. I got the Bourbon Maple Walnut and it may have been the best ice cream I have ever had. So incredibly delicious. I also tried the Thai Chili Peanut ice cream which was delectable as well. The prices were definitely fair as well. I expected to pay more from a specialty shop like this but was pleasantly surprised at the agreeable prices. The shop itself is neatly decorated and has a very modern/hip feel to it which was nice and comfortable. The young woman at the counter was pleasant and very helpful. She let me and my group of friends try many different ice cream flavors and helpfully offered suggestions when needed. I'll definitely be back whenever I am in Boston and encourage anyone else who is looking for some non-dairy ice cream to do the same. Good job FoMu folks!
(5)
Katharine P.

Soooooooo goooooood!!!! Would NEVER know it's not made with milk. Some are coconut milk, etc. The salted caramel is to die for. Most are. They will let you try everything with no attitude. You can buy a little carton to go too.
(5)
Truth S.

amazing! guys are the best :) what a great young couple that owns this place and what great product!!!! lovely staff that is always friendly and engaging with me, even though i'm 20 yrs older they treat me like the kid i am and its wonderful! now the vegan ice cream is to die for and i used to manage a baskin robbins back in the day so iv had my share of ice cream but this stuff is amazing quality and has no dairy so your stomach wont hurt and no imbarrasment on a date if ya know what i mean;) love u guys keep up the good work! try the cherry ameretto, with chocolate! mmmm vegan almond based fudge!!!! did someone say extra scoop please :) aaahhhh heaven in allston :)
(5)
Lesley N.

Still love this place, but I wanted to share one thing... FoMu.......Faux Moo??? I GET IT!! I FINALLY GET IT!!!!
(5)
Liri K.

I love it so much! But the beauty of it is that my non vegan friends love it just as much! I brought the pumpkin spice for Thanksgiving and everyone went crazy for it. I brought the coconut with Taza Chocolate nibs and the cookie dough to a birthday dinner- same success.
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Marya M.

I went to FoMu for the first time this past week and was so delighted by what I found. As a person who has sensitivities to dairy and gluten, it was heaven-sent. In addition to a wide variety of coconut-based ice cream flavors (such as "Dark and Stormy" and "Thai Chili Peanut"), they offer gluten-free ice cream cones and cookie toppings. They also offer soft-serve coconut-based ice cream -- something that I didn't know existed. I should also throw in there that they have milkshakes/frappes, smoothies, and pints of ice cream and ice cream cakes that you can take home. (I even saw one ice cream cake that was gluten free.) The staff is also very generous -- they let my husband and me sample several flavors, as well as their agave-based gummy bears. While I could still taste the coconut flavor in their Honey Lavender and Strawberry flavors, I didn't find this in some of the other flavors I tried. Their Salted Caramel and Dark & Stormy flavors are phenomenal. They're not just good for coconut ice cream -- they are good for any type of ice cream period. Additionally, I tried their Thai Chili Peanut. While I'm not a huge peanut person, the flavors were incredible in this as well -- very peanut buttery with a bit of heat at the end. Very interesting stuff. From a culinary-standpoint, these people know what they are doing. I would recommend this place to anyone, whether or not you eat dairy.
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Mel M.

Nice spot. Great sugar cones! Love the strawberry and mint chocolate chip ice cream! They also had a great music playlist!
(5)
Stephanie B.

Delicious, dairy-free dreamland! Try the salted caramel with mochi on top. The place is totally cute, great customer service (the people who work there are super nice and will let you try everrrryything and they don't even seem annoyed), creative flavors made with high-quality ingredients. They also have espresso and lattes which I haven't tried yet. I'm excited they offer this so I can visit FoMu and not always experience a sugar rush!
(5)
Sandee L.

Calling all the vegans or lactose-intolerant folk! FoMu makes all their ice creams with a coconut milk, so it's tummy friendly for almost everyone. They have really unique flavors like Thai peanut, cardamom pistachio and avocado. It was freezing outside, but we still wanted to try so we split a small. Yes, we were a bit boring and got the salted caramel, but it's right up there with the other great salted caramels I've had that are laced with tons of cream. I could taste the coconut base, but it just made it all the more flavorful. They were a little skimpy with the samples. The guy didn't say no to our request, but asked if we were sharing a sample. We're roomies, but not swapping spit close!
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Stacy S.

OMG!!!! Fomu why haven't I tried you before??? I've been buying So delicious coconut based ice cream. Fomu BLOWS it away! I tried about 6 flavors since it wasn't busy when my friend and I walked in. We are both lactose intolerant and I am gluten sensitive, and this place is heaven!!! I had a large cup of the pistachio and raspberry crumble...I had to take home a pint of each. My husband can eat regular ice cream and loves the Fomu alternative ice cream. Now I'll have to get an extra pint and hide it in the freezer! If you haven't tried Fomu try it, you will LOVE it!
(5)
Williana S.

Banoffee!
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Stina W.

Nice decor, friendly counter people, clean bathroom, wide variety of favors, allergy information is clear and stated, very high quality ingredients. Vegan soft serve. Vegan SOFT SERVE! Which was delicious. Also they have regular vegan ice cream in about 15 flavors. I tried the swirl peanut butter/chocolate soft serve which was perfect. Salted caramel which did not taste coconut at all, with chocolate fudge and coconut whip. The hot fudge was very rich and strong so my husband loved it. I thought it was good, but in the future I won't ask for extra. The whip was very strong coconut which was good, but might not be for everyone. The ice cream was very good, not greasy tasting like some others I've tried. And very creamy textured. For a pretty big ice cream, it cost me $6 with toppings and tax. And for a giant huge soft serve cone, it was about $6. Well worth a trip.
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Marissa D.

Three sacred words: VEGAN SOFT SERVE. This place is a gift from the heavens. I always wish for a dollar each time someone asks me where I get my protein, but now that wish has been fulfilled. VEGAN SOFT SERVE. All kidding aside (I eat enough kale, lentils, chickpeas and whole foods to balance out even a nightly FoMu trip, not that I'm advocating adding that to my diet), this place is incredible. It's a great addition to the little vegan strip on Cambridge Street. We frequent Peace O' Pie, Grasshopper is practically a vegan institution, and my husband loves the seitan sandwich at Deep Ellum. There's even a vegan taco at All-Star Taco Bar. Allston, what gives? Anyway, FoMu has amazing options for hard ice creams. Most are coconut based, but some are nut based. They indicate quite clearly on their menu which flavors are based on which, and if there are any potential allergens. Some flavors the night we were there included: Salted caramel (First of all, vegan caramel. Hold the phone. Second of all, Salted. Caramel. Ice cream.) The also had mint carob chip, avocado, carrot cake thai peanut, and a personal childhood favorite- black raspberry. They have plenty of the classics, too. Toppings review: Basically, if you dream it, it's there. Mochi bits, agave-sweetened gummie bears, dark chocolate chunks, certified vegan jimmies (rainbow and chocolate), coconut 'marshmallow' creme, nuts, fudge, caramel sauce, etc. My husband got the salted caramel topped with certified vegan rainbow jimmies. It was incredibly savory and had a strong, buttery caramel flavor. It had little bits of irresistible caramel mixed in, and I tried to snag a few without making it too obvious that I was fishing for the good stuff. Back to the softserve: The night we went, the flavors were chocolate and peanut butter or twist. TWIST! I got mine in a cake cone topped with chocolate jimmies. The cones are all gluten free. Unlike most twists where the flavors meld into one indistinguishable glob, I could taste distinct stripes of chocolate and rich peanut butter. It was smooth and perfectly 'twisted' at the top- just as I remembered cones of the past being. The jimmies tasted of dark chocolate tidbits, and the cone was light and just sweet enough. Sizing was very generous, and pricing was on target with other local dairy (read: cow's milk/cruelty based) ice cream parlors in the area such as JP Licks, etc. They do charge $.25 extra for a cone, and toppings are $1.00 extra for dry, $1.50 for wet. A little steep, but the toppings are quality. They also have pastries from Veggie Galaxy, MEM tea and milkshakes and sundaes. Anyway, if I haven't convinced you, I've at least made myself hungry again. I know I'll be back for more.
(5)
Emily T.

I eat FOMU everyday! Every flavor is delicious!!!! Better than any vegan ice cream I have ever had before. The staff is really nice and lets you try all of the flavors and the portions are huge! The creamery is also local which is awesome. The location is also very clean and attractive. Being next to two vegetarian restaurants is also quite convenient for me.
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Nicole P.

SO GOOD!! I have a goal to try ALL OF THE FLAVORS! Because while I may like some better than others, I haven't DISliked anything yet. PLUS, vegan cones, toppings, and super nice staff! Flavors I've tried so far. Cherry Amaretto--really tasty; TONS of fresh cherries. Cake batter--good, but even pregan I didn't really 'get' cake batter. Why is it not vanilla? Pistachio Cardamom--really good, tons of pistachio (would like more cardamom flavor, but my tongue could have just been numb). CHOCOLATE/PEANUT BUTTER SWIRL SOFT SERVE. OMFG. BEST THING EVER!! The texture is PERFECTION! (I mean, seriously, look at the gratuitous use of caps locks--you think that I get this excited about everything?!) I'm tempted to forsake my goal and only get this ice cream for ever, but I feel a duty to the Yelpers to soldier on through Peppermint Chip, Dark and Stormy, Salted Caramel... Mmm... I've just made myself really, really hungry. I can't state on how this tastes to someone who has eaten dairy in the last 2 years, but as someone who hasn't, it's like a sparkling beacon of hope. Or something.
(5)
Vegan Couple T.

This place rocks our vegan world! The consistent 5-star ratings for this place say it all. Worth the trip from anywhere in Boston. FoMu is part of a great phenomena that we like to call "The Vegan Strip" in Allston-Brighton. It's nestled in with two other great vegan restaurants on the same side of the street: Grasshopper and Peace O Pie- the only place in Massachusetts where vegans can eat any number of great hearty meals and walk 2 seconds down the street for a magical variety of vegan ice creams. The lactose intolerant and vegan people of the Boston area no longer have to sit at home sadly with a store bought pint of freezer burned soy-blech grossness. I challenge any non-vegan to go try this place- J.P. Licks isn't the only place to treat your friends to dessert! We needed a place like FoMu for a long time and now that we have it I don't know what we would do without it.
(5)
Stephen S.

I love ice cream, but would I love non-dairy ice cream? The place is definitely a little granola (loving the compostable wooden spoons that they use). At first, I looked at the menu prices and thought that they were a little high but then when I saw them loading up those little cups I realized they were giving you a lot of bang for that buck. I tasted a couple flavors and settled on the Bourbon Maple Walnut and Vanilla (didn't try this one, but asked for the guys recommendation after he led me the right way with the Bourbon Maple). The vanilla was a bit overwhelming but what I really liked about this place was the high-quality of ingredients going into the ice cream and toppings. The hot fudge was rich and chocolaty and I the "Fo Cream" whipped cream was thick and flavorful almost like adding another scoop of flavor as opposed to that tasteless, canned whip cream you get from so many places. I'll have to say, even though it's right down the street from JP Licks, I think I'd end up coming here more often if I lived in the neighborhood, I guess dairy ain't necessary to make a tasty frozen treat!
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Jessica N.

OMG!!!!!! That is really all I can say about FoMu! It was simply amazing. The ice cream was so creamy and rich that I actually rode a bus three times to get here when I visited the city this past spring. It was amazing. It was so good that I was upset that I ordered toppings on it. Amazing! I would come back to Boston just to eat at FoMu!
(5)
Ally S.

This is what all vegan ice cream should taste like. I take it back -- this is what all ice cream period should taste like. Creamy, flavorful... the pumpkin spice tasted like actual pumpkin. The salted carmel is perfectly balanced. The hot fudge is fantastic (how can you go wrong with hot fudge). Some of the other flavors I tasted were a bit sweet for me, but I can't really complain, it's ice cream. Space was comfortable, the music was a little intense for my tastes, the person working was plenty patient enough with me as I tasted flavors and deliberated. I'll be back next time I'm in town.
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Laura G.

FoMu rocks. I come from Denver where we have Sweet Action, which has a couple awesome vegan options everyday, but to be able to choose any flavor (well almost, I am allergic to gluten) is AWESOME. And it isn't wimpy ice cream, it is full flavored, thick, deliciousness. And, they label all the allergens! I hate being that person who has to ask about ingredients all the time. Thanks for making me feel a little normal while I stuff my face with junk food. It's all a girl really wants in life.
(5)
Alyssa J P.

Yes! Vegan ice cream in Boston again! The selection is huge, prices are not bad, and serving size is substantial. I will definitely be back again. :-D
(5)
Mandy E.

really cool place! i love the chalk boards and all the yummy flavors (some i've never even seen in "real" ice cream) the rugged raw bar and cherry amaretto are my favorites. the only negative is it's a bit pricy but that's a given because it's not a cream base. very awesome!
(5)
Eve L.

They need to re-name this little corner of Allston Vegan Village - it's now home to vegan Asian, vegan pizza, and vegan ice cream. And FoMu is a great addition to the neighborhood. Such interesting flavors (I had Banana's Foster and peanut butter my first trip there) and very well-done. Even my non- vegetarian spouse was impressed. I also want to specifically note that they are not only vegan by low-glycemic by using agave and organic raw sugar. Good stuff! And I am pleased to report that they seem to be flourishing and doing well.
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Andrew M.

As others have mentioned, the synergy here with Peace O' Pie is fantastic. Once you open your mind to the idea that every flavor will have a coconut twist, you'll love whatever you try. For example, the idea of a coffee-coconut flavored ice cream doesn't appeal to me in the abstract, but that's not how I experienced FoMu's coffee flavor - it's just like a particularly rich and exciting bowl of coffee ice cream.
(5)
mike y.

YAY no lactaid !! great place !! great taste !! Great flavors.. I'll def get some when i'm in the neighborhood. cozy cafe too..haven't tried their espresso / lattes
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Cait F.

I can't eat dairy, so this place is one of my favorite things about visiting my fiance in Allston. He's not big on sweets, but really likes the balance of sweetness to other flavors in ice cream here. We've tried several of the flavors and have liked every single one, even the spicy Thai peanut. I'm planning on trying one of the chocolate-packed ones the next time I visit. They use coconut- and almond- milk bases for the ice cream and have gluten-free flavor options. They also have coffee, vegan/ organic pastries, and smoothies too, but I haven't tried them yet- the ice cream is too good! Every time I pass by, there are people savoring the faux moo!
(5)
Harry H.

Dropped ~$12 for two large/3-scoop cups: mine was the mango habanero/ Thai chili peanut/banoffee pie (also tried nut-based cookie bar and an alcohol-infused toffee, neither of which floored me. The Banoffee pie, which was good, was by far the worst of the three; the mango habanero could've packed a bigger punch; the Thai chili peanut was perfectly done. Happy the co-diner didn't realize what "alternative ice cream" meant until after ordering, but wish the coconut-based epiphany wasn't noticed until after eating (I barely noticed in mine, but it did shine through a tad more in some flavors than others, which is why many vegan joints use cashew instead). Hope this joint lasts...
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Kristin N.

I can eat ice cream again! Super clean, really friendly, totally delicious. We got a pint of the Frangelico Brownie to take home with us and it was less than $10. The flavors all sound amazing and the coconut base flavor was barely noticeable. I'm fairly certain I will be eating here every week.
(5)
Sebastian N.

I'm diggin' the dark and stormy ice cream. We'll be back for sure. Pretty darn good ice cream for being vegan.
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chuck B.

Why are people always apologizing for being? "sad townies... happy hipsters..." said one reviewer. Thank God for hipster gentrification. Beats shit-city duncan donuts depressed street corners any day. Fresh energy brings in farmers' markets, small businesses, and unique places like Fomu that bring people to the neighborhood to spend $$$. And expose "townies" to new products not native to their, uh, towns. Allston especially still has cheaper options for people who want crap ice cream, coffee, lunch, etc. I LOVE FOMU'S ICE CREAM! I was scared to try it for a while, but when I did, WOW! tastes just like "real" ice cream. Great flavors, too. And the hipster kids who work there are so sweet! Yeah, it costs more than Friendly's. Quality costs money. I do get a bit annoyed hearing it called "Vegan," (though it is). It could just as easily be called Paleo, which is how I eat these days. And it's so awesome to have a treat like this available when I need one.
(5)
Natalie P.

Amazing vegan ice cream!! I sampled avocado, which was very tasty, but a bit subtle in flavor. So I went for salted caramel and chocolate chip cookie dough. I liked them both, especially chocolate chip cookie dough. Salted Caramel was more intense in flavor, but I think I could taste the coconut base a bit more than in the others - I didn't mind though. The texture of all three flavors was nice and creamy. I had my scoops in a sugar cone, which was not outstanding, but pretty good. All in all I highly recommend this place. Besides the usual flavors they have very creative ones. I can't wait to go back and try some more.
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Melody W.

FoMu: I am absolutely in love with your Salted Caramel & Coffee & Donuts flavor! Vegan ice cream FTW. I heard about you from one of your fans when I had to pick him up right in front of your shop, and he raved about your Salted Caramel ice cream. After hearing this, I wanted to check it out. I came in today with a friend to check out your awesome ice cream shop. Your worker did an excellent job of giving us the heads up about what your tasty creation was made of (mostly coconut cream based), along with giving us suggestions of flavors to try. After the endless tasting, we both settled for Salted Caramel along with the second flavor of our own choosing (Chocolate for my friend, Coffee & Donuts for me). The Salted Caramel is absolutely divine! Since it is coconut cream in it, the flavor reminds me a lot of Girl Scout's Samoa/Caramel D'Lites cookies (which happens to be my favorite)! The Coffee & Donuts is the bomb (yummy bits of their homemade vegan donuts mixed into the coffee flavor)! Both flavors are so rich that you can hardly taste the coconut flavor in there (this is for those who may have a distaste for anything overwhelmingly coconut in their food). I remembered before we paid for our ice cream, one of your customers asked if FoMu does ice cream cakes. I overheard the part about how it was tricky to make vegan frosting. When you finally master that ice cream cake creation, I'd be sure to get one in the future!
(5)
Nicole M.

This place is amazing. The ice cream is great and the staff is always friendly and patient. This is a vegan must-see in Boston! Ask to try some samples before you place your order so you know what you like.
(5)
Jen T.

Dream come true to the vegan strip in Allston! Ever since I heard about this place, I've been back almost every week! The first time we came in here, there was a huge group ahead of us, but service was still awesome. The regular hard ice cream is coconut-based deliciousness! My favorite is to get a medium with half peanut butter and half bananas foster. Perfection! I also love the cardamom pistachio. I agree with at least one other reviewer that the cake batter doesn't taste cake batter-y, but everything else I have tried here has been PERFECT and delicious. I can't find anything to complain about. I also was able to try the soy soft serve, which is officially up and running! I had the pb/chocolate swirl and it was pure awesome. My non-vegan boyfriend shovels this stuff in gladly! There is none of the vegan pretentiousness here and the service is fast and friendly- no matter how long it takes you to decide which of their incredible flavors you want! I also noticed that they now have ready-packed pints in the cooler now :) Fomu really started strong and is getting better and better!
(5)
Michelle W.

I'm not vegan or vegetarian, but I do have a dairy allergy like whoa. I live a few minutes from fomu in Brighton, and it's become my go to place for sweet treats that won't make me ill. I love the cherry amaretto, my husband loves the dark and stormy. The avocado is delicious, as is the salted caramel. Their hot fudge is to die for! Dairy allergy or not, you'll love this place. It's a little pricey but generously sized.
(5)
Steve M.

Now they have Veggie Galaxy desserts!? This place is still the best!
(5)
Brad S.

I'm going to watch myself on this one, I have to remember I am in Boston and put it in context. It will be hard. Living in New York and once an employee at Lula's Sweet Apothecary, I am spoiled and demand a lot from ice cream. That said, this was really good. The scoops are on the larger side and the server wasn't annoyed by our sample requests... though she did mess up my sample--asked for Dark and Stormy, Chocolate Hazelnut, and a surprise; she gave Black Raspberry, Chocolate Hazelnut and (I forget what the surprise was). My own guilt about being too needy of a customer, I limit myself to 3 samples... but still, I wish I got the DS sample because I ended up ordering it and, while very good, was basically ginger ice cream. Creamy, spicy, and delicious, but I wanted something with a hearty base. I was a little lucky, as my friend got Cake Batter and it tasted like vanilla ice cream. The Black Raspberry was bold, but all the other flavors just need to be stronger. Really should be 3.5 stars, but I went with 3 because the flavors were a bit weak.
(3)
Jeff K.

Awesome! Its been years since I have had ice cream this good. I have been a vegan for several years and I went with several people who were not vegan and they loved it! If I lived in Boston, I would go there pretty often as it was very good. Also very accommodating for gluten free allergy. It was so good that I will see if they can ship the ice cream. I highly suggest for both vegans and non
(5)
Brianne D.

I never ever ever want them to close, being lactose intolerant this place is a life saver!
(5)
Melody N.

This place has delicious vegan ice cream. I think my husband had the lowest expectation because it was vegan and he thought it would taste 'healthy'. He was blown away by both the texture and the taste. He got reverse cookies and cream(I believe that's what the flavor name was, it was a limited flavor). He thought it was rich and creamy and we could not tell it had coconut milk as the base. I sampled a few flavors and they all seemed very interesting and creative. The ones I tried were cardamon pistachio, salted caramel, thai chili peanut, dark and stormy, and banoffie pie. The dark and stormy was a ginger and (rum?) flavor ice cream which I thought was delicious and I went with the staff recommendation of pairing it with strawberry ice cream. The combination went well and the strawberry ice cream had a lot of berries and flavor. Highly recommend and I would definitely come back!
(5)
Julia B.

O.M.G. I'm not an ice cream connoisseur in the sense that I don't often crave ice cream or sweets, but FoMu was EXCELLENT. I tried the Salted Caramel and will definitely go back the next time I have an urge for a sweet treat. It's also vegan.
(5)
Avigail C.

Absolute faaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaan!!!!!!! AHH! I love it!! I want to come back asap!
(5)
Mo W.

Ahhhh! This place rocks! I heard about it through facebook and I can't believe it- a vegan ice-cream parlor! I recently had to eschew dairy completely because my baby is lactose-intolerant so being a good mom, I had to think of other options. I was pretty much stuck with the grainy soy ice creams from WholeFoods or sorbets (tasty, but I missed the creamy stuff), What a pleasant surprise FoMu is! I went there late night and ordered the pistachio-cardamom after sampling a few others. It was so tasty!! The ice cream is creamy and consistent. I ordered a medium but couldn't finish it because the serving was so generous. It was great to have it again two nights later. The service is great (well, it was a late night on a week night). The server girl encouraged my over-the-top excitement and was generally talkative. My only beef is the location. The location is accessible but in the Allston vegan corner with lots of undergrads and a longish walk from the B line. But I guess that's the market that has lots of vegans. Way to go, FoMu!
(5)
Becky S.

All of their flavors are so delicious! I am not one to usually ask for samples at places, but here they really make you feel like you can try as many as you want. I haven't tried anything other than the ice cream yet, but the espresso flavor tastes so good, I'm sure that I'd love the drinks too.
(5)
L. S.

I (an aspiring flexitarian) went here with my partner (a carnivorous-leaning omnivore) after seeing all of the great reviews on yelp. Do NOT let the fact that their ice cream is vegan stop you! I was just as happy here as I've been on most of my trips to JP Licks! We tried the vanilla and the bananas foster. The vanilla was good, but the bananas foster was stellar! They both had a subtle undertone of coconut, but it didn't conflict with either flavor, and we both like coconut anyway so it wasn't a problem. The hot fudge is pretty good, and there are a decent number of toppings to pick from too. The only thing that wasn't ideal was the whipped "cream". I was ok with it (and frankly would probably eat it again), but my partner described the texture as "plastic-y", which I must agree with. Not cheap, but no more expensive than most ice cream places in the area. Very tasty. I would highly recommend this to anyone, omnivore or dairy-free, unless they disliked coconut.
(5)
Jason L.

I never thought I'd say this about a place in Boston.. .. finally I have found vegan ice cream as good as NYC's Lula's!!!!!!!!!
(5)
MD X.

This place opened up just in time for the hot summer months in Brighton/Allston area! I've tried many different flavors and absolutely love them all. Workers are incredibly nice. And I met the owners who are just fabulous people. Huge supporter and will undoubtedly make them a routine pit stop for healthy treats. Besides, maybe I'll bump into Toby Maguire while I'm there! He's visited them a few times already and is a fan as well! \
(5)
Melissa L.

Creative (and delicious) flavors! Perfect texture! Good service! Great location! Hooray for FoMu! :)
(5)
Summer L.

Four stars because the employees are so nice. I didn't realize the ice cream was coconut based. I dislike the taste of coconut and couldn't finish it after a couple bites. If you like coconut then I'm sure you'll love it.
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Vijtibble A.

lactard finds new home. fomu has a bunch of unique tasty flavors that are made of coconut, a few more made of nuts, and softserve made of soy. some flavors are stronger than others, as coconut can be a bit powerful over some of the more subtle flavors, though i didn't taste coconut through any of them. this is ice cream science. and it's amazing. i sampled just about every flavor without so much as a sideways glance by the ice cream shop kids, who were very friendly and helpful. fomu is a godsend. they're doing right what jplicks can't seem to get it together on. yay for fomu!
(5)
Dana P.

Vegan Black Raspberry Ice Cream with Jimmies! It's a vegan dream come true! 100% vegan ice cream shop with basic (vanilla, chocolate, strawberry) and unique (VeggNog, Bourbon Maple Pecan, Salted Caramel) flavors, toppings, dips, frappes, sundaes, coffee and pints to go. The staff is super friendly and you can try as many samples as you like. The ice creams are rich and creamy. I think they're all coconut based, but none have a strong coconut-y flavor. Compostable cups and spoons (made out of bamboo). And, if you bring back your empty pint containers, they'll reuse them. A gem in Allston/Brighton!
(5)
Michelle R.

every flavor has been delicious. they have non-soy vegan options. everyone that works there is super nice, and they'll let you sample whatever you want without the normal sigh and eye roll that seems to accompany those sorts of things at some other places. and once you choose your flavor? they'll blow your mind some more, with SO MANY delicious vegan toppings. and the price? actually not ridiculous. you'd expect it to be unreasonable, kind of like everything at city feed in JP, but no. it's like they opened an awesome ice-cream place for vegans and didn't feel like making us all broke in the name of not eating animal products, and i love them for it.
(5)
Tim N.

This place is a dream come true for the lactose-challenged folks who still have a hankering for a pint of Ben and Jerry's. Unlike other ice cream places that may have one or two dairy-free options, Fo-Mu is just about 100% dairy free with everything from their ice cream flavors all the way down to their whipped cream. I haven't found anything quite like Fo-Mu in San Francisco, which means that this place is going to me my first and last stop on every one of my Boston trips in the foreseeable future.
(5)
Nancy S.

This is not only the best vegan ice cream but among the best ice cream in the Boston area. The texture is rich and creamy and flavors are unique and tasty. I especially liked honey lavender, while my family loved the salted caramel and cake batter. Despite that coconut milk is generally more expensive per ounce than cows milk and their nut base is probably even more, FoMu is commendable for keeping prices in line with the high-end dairy-based ice cream stores in the region; even slightly lower than a couple. Portion sizes are generous and staff are happy to mix flavors and let customers sample as many as they want.
(5)
Robert F.

I came across this place the other day in an article and since I had to head to brookline I made the point to stop here for a little dessert before dinner. When you enter to your left you will see a reach in freezer where you can help yourselves to a pint of their flavors to take home and enjoy later -- very nice, plus if you return the container they discount the next purchase...there is a sign on the freezer door explaining this program. Just to your right you will see the counter. Abover the counter are a list of flavors. On the counter there are a couple signs offering sauces - rice mellow, chocolate/hot fudge and there are also dishes with other toppings - sprinkles, mochi, etc.... They offer tastings of any flavor - which is nice, one because you don't have to commit too quickly to a flavor, and the staff is very friendly and helpful - which is a positive. I tasted the dark and stormy - nice ginger flavor and I also tasted the thai peanut - mildly spicy and has peanut pieces - was explained that much less mild peanut flavor than the peanut butter option. I ended up selecting the salted caramel, based on a friends recommendation, and to switch things up I opted for Cardamom-Pistachio. Salty caramel was very soft and silky smooth. The Cardamom-Pistachio was much firmer with chunks of pistachios -- would have liked a much stronger pistachio flavor... I love chai and similar spices so I was hoping for an upfront cardamom. They have several dozen flavors - so there are lots to sample and lots of reason to return and try to find a new favorite. If you really like it you can purchase a pint - i really like that they have pre-packed pints - easy and convenient. I also knew before going that they sell a vegan donut - by sabertooth bakery, a one person operation based in JP who sells their baked goods via special order or at a few retail locations. They also offer a few different Veggie Galaxy treats - i saw a sticky bun, a taza brownie and one other item. There were also vegan, i think, cookies by a company based in newton according to the packaging - gingersnap was an option. I see that there may be a night where I start with Peace O' Pie slice and then grab a quick cup of FOMU and a pint for another night. Probably by the end of the month as the warm days start to fade...
(4)
Jason A.

best non dairy ice cream in new england! go here. trust me.
(5)
James B.

Great flavor, I can't believe it's not dairy! SOoo... GOOD. I moved to NYC and this is one of the place I will truly miss.
(5)
Celeste G.

I was visiting Boston this week as I now live in the Bay Area. I was really excited to hear about a vegan ice cream parlor opening up just down the street from where I was staying. I tried several flavors before settling on a sundae with mint/carob chip and salted caramel with hot fudge, coconut whipped cream and oreos. I just found it too be too much but maybe I made the wrong selection. My problem with the ice cream is that everything tastes overwhelmingly coconutty. Personally I prefer soy ice cream. I think this ice cream parlor would be even better if they offered different types of ice cream such as soy and almond to go with their coconut variety. If I was to go back I would stick with one flavor and get it on a cone, the sundae was just too many things and too much coconut flavor!
(3)
Annabel J.

Just tried this tonight. I sampled the dark and stormy ice cream and the carrot cake- they were both amazing. I ended up ordering the green tea ice cream which was just OK and not the creamiest texture. My roommate got the cake batter flavor of the coconut milk based soft serve. The coconut flavor was really strong- it made it taste like coconut cake instead of cake batter flavor (I was totally fine with that because I love coconut and thought it was delicious) but if you aren't expecting the coconut milk flavor to be so strong you'll be surprised. The employees were super nice and helpful and all the crazy flavors make this place a top notch ice cream stop for me. I want to go back to try the avocado and the cardamom pistachio flavors!
(5)
b l.

this is definitely a place that you would want to visit. it's a place that's nestled among other places so if you weren't looking for it, you would've just casually passed by. they are willing to give samples upon request, but we didnt want to OD on the sampling so two that we got after sampling was Banoffee (great flavor) and Avocado. the texture was definitely creamy like the best ice cream places but if you're allergic to dairy, and you've never had ice cream, or had ice cream that tasted bad in trying to replace the dairy aspect of ice cream, you will not be disappointed.
(4)
Jill B.

Absolutely fantastic! Had the salted caramel... with chocolate fudge sauce almond based). So amazing to go somewhere and not worry about allergens in yummy food. I'll be back for sure!
(4)
Clayton C.

FoMu is seriously the BEST ice cream I have ever had. My favorite is the peanut butter, but all of the flavors are awesome. The espresso bean is a close second favorite. It's about time that Boston offered a good non- dairy dessert option.
(5)
Sara F.

FoMu is the stuff dreams are made of. I went there for the first time yesterday and found myself reminiscing about the Dark and Stormy as I was falling asleep last night and anticipating which flavor I will have next time - it's that good. Very friendly, courteous staff offering generous sampling. This is a taste of heaven, and there aren't enough superlatives to describe how delicious the texture and spot-on flavors are. The honey lavender is just a beautiful experience on the palate. Thank you to whomever created this heavenly treat for us mere mortals. We are so lucky to have you
(5)
Stacey M.

The salted caramel ice cream is amazing! And to find out it has zero dairy or gluten and is coconut based ... It's a good thing we don't live nearby or I would be F. A. T.
(5)
Katie B.

I LOVE Fomu. Suffering from allergies I find it hard to be sure of ice-cream parlours due to cross-contamination but the servers here are so helpful - willing to meticulously clean implements before scooping ice cream for me and they have a book of ingredients for each of their flavors. They let you try as many flavors as you want and the portion sizes are generous but best of all it is DELICIOUS! I do not have enough good things to say about Fomu - go and try it!
(5)
Amanda M.

Since I am a vegetarian (who chooses vegan options whenever possible), I was beyond excited to see a vegan ice cream place open in Boston. Finally! I obviously had to stop in to try it out, and you guys. This is how to properly do a vegan place. The staff is super-friendly and knows their stuff. My friend and I got big smiles from both, and they are great about letting you sample flavors to figure out what you want. They were really attentive as well, even offering me a to-go bowl to go with my cone if I wanted, just in case I'm not a fast ice cream eater. (I am, so I declined, but the offer was still nice!) The decor lends a nice, relaxed atmosphere, with plenty of casual seating and muted tones. I was super happy to see that in addition to offering the vegan ice cream, they also have smoothie options, with multiple choices for vegan milk. Although I didn't get a smoothie, since I came in with my taste buds prepped for ice cream, I thought the names and flavor options available were creative and good ideas. There was one that combines strawberries with lemon sorbet and sparkling water for the more traditional and one called the Green Monster that involved avocado for the more adventurous. The topping options available are fairly varied with fruits, real vegan chocolate sprinkles, and even gelatin-free gummy bears! If I hadn't had my heart set on a cone, I would have been alllll over those gummy bears. They also have teas available, which was a nice surprise. Ok, so the ice cream! There are flavors available from your traditional to more creative. I went with salted caramel, since it's almost impossible to find vegan caramel generally, and I do love it so. There are three cone options available or a bowl. The ice cream is completely delicious! I've tried many many different vegan ice cream brands, and this by far surpassed them. I totally inhaled it. My omni friend told me it tastes "exactly like regular ice cream...delicious!" So non-veg*ns shouldn't be scared off. My small cone was $4, which I thought was completely fair. The owners make the ice cream themselves locally, and it's totally cruelty-free. That combined with the totally awesome staff behind the counter are going to make me hard-pressed not to stop there every day if this heat wave continues. Give them a chance! Try it out! It's not just every place in Boston that has super-friendly service, reasonable prices, and locally-sourced and made ingredients.
(5)
Jeffrey M.

Absolutely incredibly delicious. As a lactose intolerant person, I thought my days of creamy, flavorful frozen treats were over. NOPE! Because now I've discovered FoMu. Just finished off pints of pumpkin spice and Apple cider donut. I'm just so happy right now.
(5)
D C.

Yum! We tried the avocado "ice cream," which was surprisingly yummy, as well as the cardamom pistachio, and the bananas foster. All had great, genuine ice cream texture (none of those irritating icicles faux-ice creams usually have). The bananas foster had lovely chunks of real banana in it, though the chocolate jimmies I got on top were a little overpowering in flavor.. Not sure what they're made of, they were vegan as well. The ice cream at FoMu (or at least the three flavors we tried) does have a strong coconut flavor from the coconut milk, so it's more like bananas foster & coconut, avocado & coconut, and so on.. So if you don't enjoy the flavor of coconut, it might not be for you. Luckily, I really do!
(4)
Pete D.

The ice cream was super yummy. We tried both the cherry amaretto and banana foster plus whipped cream and fudge in a sundae and it was excellent. The lemon sorbet still needs some work, it tasted more like watered down slush than sorbet, but given how good the ice cream is, I'm sure they'll perfect the sorbet soon enough.
(5)
Andre S.

I had salted caramel ice cream with fudge, rainbow sprinkles, and a sugar cone. Absolutely delicious. A vegan dream and so good even dairy consumers will enjoy!
(5)
Sarah S.

This place is absolutely amazing! I had a great adventure here with Dex Ter from UNregular Radio for MassBytes. massbytes.com/2012/07/maâ€¦
(5)
Molly L.

FoMu is the best!! Coconutty, creamy, perfectly sweetened Vegan ice cream. I couldn't ask for more. Try the salted caramel and you won't regret it.
(5)
Jameson M.

Ice cream get's a 3.5/5. It's no Lula's (NYC), but it's good. A bit pricey though, even for specialty items. Really great customer service. Pretty big variety offered and a bunch of unusual flavors. Would love to see them do cashew based ice cream here as well.
(4)
Robin C.

I am SO excited about this place. Vegan ice cream is hard to do well. Soy Delicious and Tofutti are okay....but they're too sweet, or not creamy enough. FoMu's ice cream is the best vegan ice cream I've ever had! The place is clean, has quick service, and lots of fun flavors for a place that just started up recently. I've tried their Salted Caramel which, to my tongue, should have been called Toasted Coconut. Either way, it was delicious, and the caramel added a velvety, thick texture. The Dark and Stormy was also very good. Also, the prices are comparable to any nice ice cream place. They could have tried to bump up the prices and capitalize on the fact that it's vegan, but they didn't, which I appreciate. They sell their ice cream in cartons, too! It will be a 10 minute walk from my apartment next Sept...and on my way home from work. This will be very good for their business, but very bad for my wallet and waistline. Try it!
(5)
Michelle L.

best non-dairy ice cream ever :) had nut-based peanut butter (with chocolate brownie chunks in it) and coconut-based cherry amaretto. yummy!!!
(5)
Nicole G.

Excellent dairy-free ice cream! And more choices than only soy. We had coconut vanilla (so creamy and delicious), and a few other flavors (also good). There are many gluten-free choices as well. I wish the ice cream didn't have agave in it; too high in fructose (maple syrup would be really good!), so this would be just an occasional treat. But, I really recommend it.
(5)
N A.

I heard about this place on Chronicle and was pleased with it. My husband and I got the mint chocolate chip and it was very tasty. I am dairy free but he is not, and we both enjoyed it. I noticed that they also have gluten-free cones if you need them,as well as the regular types. I thought about going back for more after I finished my small, but I did resist. I would definitely go back again, and it is definitely worth a try.
(5)
Danielle D.

My boyfriend and I went last night for opening night. He's vegan and I prefer non-dairy everything. We each LOVED ours (me = cake batter in sugarcone. Him = dark and stormy with chocolate jimmies in a waffle cone). I also tried the cardamon pistachio and bananas foster. Personally not a huge fan of the cardamon pistachio, but the bananas foster was really delicious if you are a fan of bananas! Cannot wait to go back and cannot wait to try the soft serve which they will be debuting in a few weeks! Welcome to the neighborhood!
(5)
Sarah W.

I feel like I have to review any place that caters to allergies... and this place is my #1 favorite place to go for a worry free snack. After getting a diagnosis of a milk intolerance the only thing I knew I'd miss was ice cream. So I tried soy based ice cream...nope can't eat that either. Left with icy coconut milk ice cream pints from whole foods, I figured that wast the best I could get. Until FoMu.....I swear the coconut milk ice cream at FoMu is even better than any dairy based ice cream I've ever had in my entire life. I scoff at ben and jerrys after trying FoMu. Some might say its because it doesn't make me sick or because I don't remember what real ice cream tastes like but....but I'm 99.99% sure its just because FoMu is freaking amazing. If they told me tomorrow I could eat dairy again... I'd still go to FoMu as my first choice. Its rich and creamy and even the pints stay rich and creamy in your freezer for days...if they stay around that long. Their black raspberry has replaced any craving I've ever had for purple cow frozen yogurt. I'm glad to see so many positive reviews because in brighton/allston places like this are rare, but oh so valuable to those with allergies or special diets! Seriously... even if you don't have an allergy or a special diet, go here, take your friends, take your family, buy 100 pints for your freezer, you won't regret it. Thank you FoMu for giving all of us dairy-free folks an amazing option that doesn't feel like a compromise!!!!!! Seriously. Go to FuMu now!!
(5)
Jamie W.

Very good! They have some inventive flavors, and everything I have tried is quite tasty. It's premium stuff, so they prices are a bit higher than your average ice cream shop. The servings may appear small to the naked eye, but their products are so very filling. We usually share a sundae (I think it's around $6.50) are sometimes can't finish it even though it really doesn't look all that large. Give it a try and you'll see what I mean.
(4)
Sasha A.

Really awesome ice cream! I've been here twice and each time has been really tasty. They have vegan donuts, cookies, espresso drinks, and other treats in addition to the ice cream which rules. They have a ton of interesting flavors too!
(4)
Tara T.

Yum! Tastes just like regular ice cream, except vegan and locally-sourced so super eco-friendly. I tried the cherry amaretto and the honey lavender. I'm not a big fan of cherries, but the cherry amaretto was amazing. Huge chunks of cherries to be found within lovely, creamy ice cream. The honey lavender paled in comparison - not as flavorful, the taste of honey and lavender was very slight - but still quite good. Reasonably priced, and they certainly pack on the toppings high!
(4)
Alexandra B.

Better than "real" ice cream. Real needs to be redefined and FoMu is the definition. Nuff said.
(5)
Jessica P.

Wandered in here last night after dinner and drinks at Lone Star. It was kind of quiet, but the staff was nice. I had the Bourbon Maple Walnut and my partner in crime had the Coffee & Donuts. Coffee & Donuts! Why have I never seen this flavor before anywhere? It's such a great idea! The woman behind the counter pointed to the donuts that they use in the ice cream and I noticed that they were vegan. I'm always a bit skeptical of vegan baking, but they tasted great in the ice cream. Both ice creams were delicious - incredibly smooth and creamy. I could actually taste the Bourbon flavor in mine and it was excellent. Definitely some of the best ice cream I've had in Boston, and I'm picky and tend to think that Christina's in Inman Square is too icy. It wasn't until we walked out the door that we saw that the sign said Dairy-Free ice cream! Holy heck. I thought this was great ice cream when I was working under the assumption that it was made with milk - now I'm even more impressed! I'll definitely have to come back to try the other flavors - the Dark & Stormy certainly caught my eye.
(4)
Michele C.

This is a great alternative to those with lactose sensitivity. It just opened up about 6 weeks ago. It's awesome that Allston is getting this quality of a cafe/ice cream pallor. I got cookies and cream and thought it was delicious. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is that it was a little on the "too sweet" side for me. That might not be fair since it was ice cream after all but I wish someone would invent ice cream that wasn't so sweet. They also offer amazing coffee (sorry can't remember the name) and other treats like mexican chocolate. It even has wifi. It's the kind of place where you could hang out for a couple of hours and who can resist the cute name!
(4)
Erinn G.

We were lucky to walk by this place on our way to Peace O'Pie so I could plan my pizza consumption in anticipation of vegan ice cream. My anticipation was not in vain. FoMu is awesome. The flavors are a combo of interesting and unique (Thai Peanut, Cardamom Pistachio), and the usual (Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry). The ones we tried (Dark and Stormy, Cherry Amaretto, Cardamom Pistachio) were delicious, super flavorful, not overly sweet, lots of cherries and pistachios in those flavors; the ice 'cream' is actually *creamy* (which is rare for vegan ice creams, even coconut based ones like theirs). The folks working were friendly and helpful, offering samples and info. I'm so happy they're there and am now looking forward to indulging my ice cream cravings while I'm in town!
(5)
Latcho D.

first time eat vegan ice cream, i can tell they use the coconut milk to make it. i like it, it's very good, can't really tell they don't have dairy product in it =) taste much better than the lactose ice cream.
(4)
B B.

The staff and owner were very friendly and informative and the ice cream was excellent! Tried the chocolate, peanut butter, cake batter, saffron, and salted caramel. They were all good, flavors were a little more subtle than I expected. Still great and would confidently recommend FoMu to vegans and non vegans!
(5)
Lisa R.

Great vegan ice cream! Good even for those who aren't vegan or lactose intolerant. Most of their ice creams are coconut based and I can taste the coconut underlying all the different flavors. Was it the absolute best ice cream I've ever had? No, but it fills a niche. Would come back to try some other flavors.
(5)
Linda R.

I crave their ice cream 24/7. Yes you can taste the coconut in most of their flavors...but it still tastes great. My favorite flavors are the strawberry and malted cookie dough.
(5)
InÃªs L.

What is there to say that hasn't already been said? You can sample as many flavors of the ice cream as you want but you'll know pretty quickly what to get. The portions are generous. The pastries looked amazing but we were too full to get anything else. (P.S. Share a medium with someone, it's MORE than enough and you can each pick a scoop.) It's really amazing and I am so glad I don't live nearby or else I'd be broke and fat.
(5)
Tammy L.

I am not a fan of coconut. I am not that fond of ice cream. So how did I end up coming to FoMu and giving them five stars? I basically like how I can forget that I am eating ice cream that is coconut based. Which is pretty weird because the coconut taste is pretty strong. Yeah. I am never going to figure this out and that's fine. I just need come here and eat. That's all. I love the variations on their menu. So far my favorite is earl grey shortbread. I like earl grey anything so I knew I had to get it when I saw it. The fact that there are actual shortbread chunks in the ice cream is an A-plus. Chewy shortbread. Almost like mochi. No offense to my other scoop which was fresh mint but maybe I should have ditched you and got two full scoops of earl grey. Well, there's always next time. Speaking of scoops, they are very generous with that. I got a medium waffle cone and it felt like I got a large. At other unnamed ice cream establishments, a medium would just be like it sounds. Hence I never like getting ice cream at other places because two small scoops do not stack up to my five dollar bill. The last star goes to the staff. Very laid-back and friendly. "Would you like to try any of the flavors?" YES PLEASE. They don't give you any nasty stares for not buying anything after sampling. They are also very patient. You could be standing there having a jolly time in your little world as you taste the earl grey or the lavender or even the avocado and they will wait patiently until you decide that you're ready to order. I just wish FoMu had a location in the Downtown area. My trips there would be more frequent and I might even give up froyo for FoMu. Maybe. Just maybe.
(5)
Sam S.

Scrumptious vegan ice cream: "Magic Bar" like Almond Joy Most ice cream flavors also gluten-free Samples of ice cream offered cheerfully Heavenly cookies (vegan and gluten-free) Parking nearby: Enormously challenging, patience required
(5)
Tracy S.

I am a big fan of FoMu. First off- it's ice cream made from coconut milk! Even for people who aren't lactose intolerant this is a good idea. That being said- probably not a good place for people who have nut allergies. It is also pricier than regular ice cream. A small is about $4. The flavors are eclectic and thus change relatively often. My favorite is Earl Grey Shortbread. It's one of their best ones. You can't taste the coconut because it really does taste like earl grey! Huge hunks of shortbread too. I got walnuts as a topping and it was a good idea. The peanut butter flavor tastes like... You guessed it- peanut butter. You can't taste the coconut in that flavor either. You can taste the coconut in their Magic Bar flavor, but since the magic bar has coconut in it, that's a good thing. They sell pints of their flavors so you can enjoy FoMu at home!
(4)
Steven R.

We thought their ice cream was really unique. Made from coconut milk so it has a different flavor than what us Americans are used to having. I thought their prices were a bit high, to say the least, but everything in Boston is expensive so why would ice cream be any different? Cool to try, tasted great, but the price makes me not want to go again.
(4)
Sean B.

This July, we ordered 3 Fomu Ice Cream Cakes for our wedding celebration. Let me tell you, they did not disappoint. The staff was terrific in making sure that we had a plan to transport the cakes and even connected us to a company that sells dry ice. The cakes were delicious and beautifully decorated. My vegan brother and brother-in-law hadn't had ice cream cake in years and they loved them. Great job and keep up the good work.
(5)
Mika S.

My roommate suggested this place to me (because I am a huge fan of ice cream and desserts), but I kept putting it off because vegan desserts didn't appeal to me a whole lot. Do NOT make the mistake that I did! I finally came here with my boyfriend last night for dessert, and was astonished by how good it was. The ice cream is made with coconut instead of milk and eggs, and it tasted absolutely fantastic. My boyfriend and I split a medium sized carrot cake ice cream topped with chocolate cookie, and a mint chip ice cream sandwich. The carrot cake ice cream was very creamy, full of raisins, and rich in flavour. It had a mild hint of coconut in it (as expected), which went very well with the carrot cake. The mint chip ice cream sandwich was also fantastic - the ice cream had an exceptionally strong minty taste, which seemed fresher than your usual mint chocolate chip ice cream. The cookie that it was enveloped in had chocolate chips in it, and tasted a bit like peanut butter. Overall, both were perfect. The only downfall about this place is that it's a bit pricey. Although this is expected, given the freshness of the ingredients, I prefer eating at cheaper places.
(4)
P T.

My favorite dessert place for allergy friendly options (vegan ice cream, gluten free/dairy free pastries). The ice cream is the highlight. Magic bar flavor rocks as well as the bourbon maple walnut. They use quality ingredients (rainbow sprinkles are natural - no food coloring). Love it!
(5)
Ami S.

First off.... I'm not vegan, however I do like to explore with food choices and options. I had heard so many amazing things about fomu I had to try it for myself. One word: Delicious. They have really creative flavors, my favorite being Banoffee pie. A caramel, banana toffee inspired creation. Try this, you won't be disappointed. It's not overally bananay if that makes sense. Great topping selection including organic items and homemade caramel (GET THIS). The staff is always super friendly and helpful. They will let you sample flavors so you can decide before you commit to a full size. They also have tons of baked treats; cupcakes, shortbread, cookies, brownies, homemade pop tarts. Usually something with Nutella in it, YUM. Their freezer has ice cream cakes and ice cream cookie sandwiches. Lots of options. This place is awesome and appealing to everyone.
(5)
Nita P.

Updating my review from 4 hours ago, after experiencing horrible stomach pain after eating this ice cream. They use carrageenan in their ice cream. It is a known bowel irritant causing gastric inflammation, more complete information here: wellnessmama.com/2925/whâ€¦ Will not be back.
(1)
Judy K.

The ice cream is thick, creamy, but not heavy. I'm not so sure why they're called an alternative ice cream place because it literally tastes like regular good old amazing ice cream. They let you sample the different flavors so don't be afraid to try some interesting flavors like green tea with white chocolate chips, cardamom pistachio, mango lassi, banofee pie and others! Some flavors don't really have an explanation so you need to ask and sample it out, but the staff there is friendly and patient so no need to worry about annoying them. The ice cream is pretty pricey though for a very small cup so I don't think I'll make the trip out just for this particular ice cream. But it's a shop I would visit if I was around the area looking for some dessert!
(4)
Ashley S.

There is nothing bad to say about this place! It is heaven on earth! A long list of flavors to choose from, all made DAIRY FREE! You can even take a pint home to enjoy later! A huge case filled with sweet bakery treats. Everyone can find something to love here and walk out with a big sugary smile!
(5)
Ilana O.

I just took my boyfriend who's "too manly" for vegan food, vegetarian food, etc. He would rather eat cat food than a veggie burger. And he also just agreed to only eat this vegan ice cream forever now because it was so damn good. Including the whipped cream and hot fudge. I'll probably be back everyday.
(5)
K C.

Super awesome ice cream. We had the affogato with chocolate brownie ice cream that my dad loved, I had the chocolate pudding and lavender which were both amazing in their own rights- the former soft and smooth and the latter kinda homemade crunchy but with a sweet subtle flavor of lavender and coconut. My husband liked the cardamom one. I loved their chocolate brownie one too. Good, friendly service. Overall 5 stars for fomu, but considering how scarce parking is and that the prices are a tad high I'd give my overall experience 4 stars
(4)
Mel C.

I came here while waiting for my car to be washed at the Allston Car Wash. I called beforehand to see if they have coffee (they do!). While I was in the shop, I figured I have to get their ice cream as well. I understand their healthy hipster brand, but all in all the ice cream was ok, and the service was ok. I ordered the bourbon maple walnut ice cream which had a nice hint of bourbon. It wasn't as special as I thought it would be, but I added Tazo cocoa nibs which gave it much needed crunch and flavor. I guess I would like this place more if I knew exactly how much healthier it is.. because if we're only looking at flavor, I would definitely just go to the other artisan ice cream shops in the greater Boston area. The guy gave me a Medium even though I ordered a Small, and he put Almond Milk in my coffee even though I said I wanted it black. I didn't say anything cause I felt bad for the waste and I honestly don't mind extra ice cream & Almond Milk in my coffee, but still it's not what I ordered. I don't think FoMu will always be so lucky to have a customer with a flexible order, so I think they should just remind staff to be vigilant with getting the order right.
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Jesse K.

As a dedicated dairy enthusiast, I went into the experience with my vegan friend with some skepticism despite the rave reviews I heard, however I was delighted with how good the ice cream was. FoMu lived up to the hype in my opinion, and I didn't miss the dairy at all; best non-dairy ice cream I've had.
(5)
Kathy H.

I have loved every flavor I've ever tried here. Tonight I chose "magic bar" which is coconut caramel with pecans and chocolate chips .. Mmmm good! Fantastic began choices located in the little vegan row near Roots
(5)
Brenda N.

I've been here a few times, tried it out since my roommate is vegan. It's nice, because there's such an assortment of flavors and dessert options. It's located off the centralized area of Allston Square, so if you're parking, street parking can be difficult depending on the time of day you're trying to come by. I didn't know what flavor I wanted, and one of the staff members immediately had me try his favorite flavor - Purple MÅ«. It was endearing he was so eager to help, so thumbs up to friendly staff. This is definitely on the pricier side, so if you're looking to just get ice cream, be prepared. It was almost seven dollars for a small scoop of cookies n cream with two toppings.
(4)
Allison L.

I've only been to Fomu once, but I loved it! They have fantastic vegan and gluten free options that make you feel less guilty about eating cookies and ice cream. You can't really taste the coconut. The flavors are VERY rich, especially the chocolate pudding. I mistakenly ordered a medium and was overwhelmed by how much I had to eat. I think maybe the coconut milk makes it creamier or something. Still, the flavors are eclectic and not your typical Dairy Queen slop. I had a cardamom and lavender flavor (who knew?) and it was quite exciting for my taste buds.
(4)
Kevin O.

I want to go to FoMu every day for the rest of my life. Seriously, though, FoMu is a delicious paradise of vegan treats. I almost always get an ice cream sundae when I go there, though I have had just a simple ice cream in a cup or their hearty ice cream sandwiches as well. They also make an incredible 7 layer bar as part of their baked goods selection. Even non vegan friends agree that their selections are top notch. After eating a meal at ROOT (just two doors down), you can run over to Fomu and finish off that food coma. Parking in that neighborhood is often a total hassle, but it is well worth the hassle. Anyone who does not give FoMu 5 stars is crazy and should not be listened to. Overall, my three word summary is: VEGAN ICE CREAM.
(5)
Tony J.

The ice cream is ok. But it has a really weird texture and flavor, most likely because it's made from all-vega ingredients. The green tea ice cream had really great green tea flavor at the outset. It was mindblowing. And then your mouth gets used to it and then it's just average.
(3)
N C.

An amazing selection of funky fresh flavors. They of course have some conventional offerings, but the ones that really stand out to me are the ones with lemongrass, lavender, avocado, etc. This place is a must-try. Step inside, have a few samples, and sit down for a few scoops of your favorite flavor. If you're a fanatic like me, you can even take a pint home with you.
(5)
Grace O.

The flavours are interesting. Some are actually savory, which will probably be new to a lot of people. The coconut really does come through, though, which can be a problem if you don't like coconut. It made the salted caramel taste like palm sugar. The bourbon + walnut was my favourite, not too sweet, very nice combination. Cardamom + pistachio was slightly odd - not bad but not my cup of tea either. Overall it's a decent place. I'll probably be back to try more flavours.
(3)
Daniela D.

FoMu I LOVE YOU SO MUCH. Please open a location in Providence. I just bought a brownie and pint of magic bar ice cream on my last trip through Boston and oh my god, FoMu is heaven on earth. I love you I love you I love you. You are a vegan's dream come true!
(5)
Kris F.

Delicious! I won't waste my money on vegan ice cream anywhere else! Their desserts are so yummy and decadent! Some might say they have high prices, but I think the quality they serve there is well worth it. The place is clean. The staff is always friendly and willing to share samples. Even though I find it to be pretty busy (I tend to stop by on weekend nights) I never feel rushed and the customer service is always on point. The best thing about it is that my non-vegan friends AND friends with multiple allergies love it too!
(5)
Jon T.

Fomu has some of the best, if not the best, vegan ice cream I've ever had. First off, it's made from coconut milk. The creaminess of coconut milk lends perfectly to ice cream. You also don't get that really strong soy, rice, or almond taste that you get with other milks. Second, so many delicious and original flavors. Last time I was there, one of the scoops I chose was salted caramel and it blew me away. And last, but not least, great foods and beverages to compliment your ice cream! Most recently, my girlfriend and I were fortunate enough to be there in October. This meant we got to try a pumpkin whoopie pie and their own pumpkin spice coffee. Bliss. I wish we had something like this in SF but I guess I'll have to settle for CREAM.
(5)
ChloÃ© R.

This is hands down the absolute best gluten free and dairy free ice cream I've ever had. They have a huge selection of gluten, sugar, dairy, and soy free products as well as using sweeteners like agave and honey in place of processed sugar. The chocolate pudding ice cream is incredible. Also recommend the lavender Creme filled sugar cookies and chocolate chip cookie ice cream sandwiches. They have a wide selection of ice cream flavors including things like avocado and peanut butter.
(5)
Isabel R.

Best Ice Cream ever! Not just best ice cream for Vegan, just plain best Ice Cream flavor for the Sweet Lavender. I took my friend from Chicago here on a visit and now she has it shipped there because there is nothing like it there. Amazing!!!!
(5)
Nik A.

This is a fantastic place for ice cream. I had the carrot cake flavor with chocolate cookie crumbles and a mint chocolate chip ice cream sandwich. Both were really good. The carrot cake flavor was one of the best ice cream's I've had. I have to give this place only 4 stars because they charged me about $9 for a medium sized ice cream with one topping. This is a $$ ice cream shoppe.
(4)
Aynsley C.

Probably one of my favorite ice cream places because of their very adventurous flavors. They have more than your typical vanilla and chocolate. My first taste of their ice cream was their honey lavender and it was really good! The texture was smooth and silky and it was very pleasant taste of lavender, not too overpowering. I also liked their peanut butter ice cream too; you can't really find peanut butter ice cream anywhere else to be honest, I've tried :c They also have avocado, pumpkin spice, and other cool flavors I want to try!
(4)
Philippe D.

Amazing varieties of ice creams made with coconut water. Loved the pistachio cardamom and cherry amaretto. People are very friendly and will allow you to taste them all before choosing
(4)
John D.

So glad we're able to sample flavors before we actually purchase something. LOL. Avocado ice cream sounded interesting but sadly it did not taste like avocado. So ofc I didn't get that. Lavender was a recommendation, it tastes exactly like it sounds. A flower... Strange. Not my type of ice cream. So I stuck to good ol' peanut butter chip. Ugh it was pretty good. There is a crapton of chocolate chips doe. A little overwhelming with chocolate, wish they had more pb doe. I ordered a kiddie sized cone and oh boi I can't believe I struggled so much to eat it. I felt a lot larger than expected and I'm so glad I didn't get a small. It was a generous portion of a kiddie sized. They people here are really chill. They're mostly friendly and greet you with a smile when you walk in. Very hipster doe LOOOL.
(4)
Damian B.

Best ice cream in Boston. Yes, you heard that right. Not the best vegan or "alt" ice cream, but best ice cream PERIOD. Better than Toscanini's. Better than Christina's. Better than Gracie's. Their bourbon maple walnut? Amazing. Avocado? Mind blowing. Salty caramel. Ridiculous. I could go on and on, but you get the picture. In addition to their coconut based ice creams, they also serve delicious pastries, George Howell Coffee and MEM Tea. The owners obviously know what's up. A few weeks ago, I was at Whole Foods speaking with a woman who was selling coconut based products. She recently moved here from Portland, OR, where she said there are numerous coconut milk based ice cream shops. None, in her opinion, even come close to FoMu. These folks are clearly masters of their craft.
(5)
Julie G.

Hell Yes!!! This place is the best!!! The ice cream is delicious.
(5)
Tricia M.

Fomu, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways... literally EVERYTHING here is delicious. From the ice cream cakes, to the seemingly infinite number of flavors, to the desserts to the sweet employees. I have to stop myself from going there like every day because it's right down the street from my house! AHH! Why did I move so close to vegan paradise?!!! My personal faves are the malted cookie dough (like GIANT pieces of vegan cookie dough in there, WOAH!!!) and the magic bar, though I'm fairly certain it has like a million calories, sometimes you just need a super duper magical treat. The only con I have is when I go in and there is no cookie dough, I wanna cry, but usually I just console myself with a baked good instead. ;)
(5)
Melissa Y.

I went to FoMu with a couple friends while out in Allston, and was excited to see they had a few nearby vegetarian and vegan restaurants on the same block. It's not often that you see that. I like that FoMu offered a kiddie size cup for those that don't have a sweet tooth or may not have the stomach to eat a heaping scoopful of ice cream. I got the salted caramel, which I didn't even think to taste test beforehand because I've never been let down by salted caramel before, but this one did, unfortunately. It was really bland and not flavorful or tasty. My friend ordered the cardamom pistachio, which was really good and had me wishing I got that instead! He loved it and keeps talking about wanting to come back. I'll be back again, but definitely not getting the salted caramel.
(4)
Keiko K.

I heard about FoMu a while ago but didn't think there was any need to go since my favorite ice cream shop (Christina's) is near my place and I didn't imagine FoMu's ice cream would be better. Then earlier this year I figured out I'm lactose intolerant. I passed the Allston location a few months ago and saw their tagline was "alternative ice cream + cafe" and remembered that they had dairy-free ice cream, so I suggested to a couple of lactose intolerant friends that we should check it out. We finally made it over there today. We got mediums ($5.30) with "2" scoops but you can choose 3 flavors. We tried a lot of flavors. Those marked with two asterisks were the winners. ** Purple Mu raspberry & blueberry ice cream with chocolate and white chocolate chips ** Matcha White Chip green tea with white chocolate chips * Vanilla ** Cherry Amaretto * Salted Caramel * Cake and Batter ** Purple Mu ** Peanut Butter ** Cookie Dough I also tasted the Pumpkin Spice which was good, but not as good as Christina's pumpkin and I liked the Purple Mu better. Didn't think they would go together so I built my bowl around the Purple Mu. The Purple Mu was delicious. Nice and tart and the chips added some good texture. I was surprised that the Matcha White Chip was so good. Not all green tea ice cream is good. It had great matcha flavor and did not taste at all of coconut. I would have preferred it without the white chocolate chips but I didn't mind them. The Peanut Butter was amazing. Very smooth and tasted just like you'd expected a peanut butter ice cream to taste. My friend raved about her Cherry Amaretto (I couldn't try it due to allergies) and the other friend was happy with the Cookie Dough. The vanilla was very plain (though it cut the tartness of the Purple Mu), we all thought the Salted Caramel was not very exciting, and the coconut really came through with the Cake and Batter (which may be a plus or minus in your book). Our server was great. She was patient, encouraged us to try samples, answered all our questions, and was happy to make recommendations. They had a much larger selection than I was expecting (because of the photos of their board that I'd seen online) and my friends commented that a lot of the flavors were very interesting. I wanted to try the Cardamom Pistachio but they were out (well they just hadn't brought up more from the deep freezer). A note for the soy allergic - some of their baked goods and cakes contain soy but it sounded like all the ice cream was coconut-based. They make their sorbets with coconut water. Everything was well marked but if you're in doubt, make sure to ask. We will definitely be back! Such a treat to have ice cream without taking any lactase pills or having any ill side effects afterwards! If you're driving, parking is very difficult. I had a feeling that would be the case which was why I suggested we go on a Sunday afternoon. It's on street only and there is parking on only one side of Cambridge St. near the shop. We lucked out and got a spot very close to the shop but we'd actually passed it up the first time we drove by because there was broken furniture with nails sticking out of it, glass, and other trash in the space. After driving past FoMu there isn't any parking for a block or so and it all looked full so I turned around and went back for the space with all the debris in it. If you can take public transit you're probably better off doing that.
(5)
Jessica B.

First time customer. Loved it!!! I ordered the small batch but based peanut butter chip flavor. Next time I'll try a coconut based ice cream. Not a big fan of coconut but I'll give it a whirl! Very impressed.
(5)
Anne F.

Really delicious coconut milk ice cream. I can get my ice cream fix without upsetting my poor lactose intolerant tummy! It's pricey, but not absurdly so, I'd say on par with your typical ice cream standalone shop. I had the coffee flavor (can't remember the specific name) which was delicious!
(5)
Judith C.

I would move to Boston to be close to FoMu!!!!! Every possible flavor you can think of, from sweet lavender to cherry amaretto and chocolate cinnamon! Fresh creamy authentic taste! Also gluten free, soy free and nut free options available! Cones, caramel sauce, hot Fudge, whipped cream, white chocolate chips....... If there is such a thing as vegan paradise its in Allston!
(5)
Casey B.

Absolutely delicious there are so many yummy flavors, don't hesitate to ask the staff for a sample, they're super sweet, and lots of vegan pastries as well! You can also get a pint to save for later :)
(5)
Nina M.

Found hair at the bottom of my kiddy cup. Too bad, because I've been here before and loved it but frankly, I'm grossed out and won't be going back.
(1)
Chana C.

I'm a huge FoMu fan and visit the store frequently for their delectable pastries, however, this review is in regards to another service. I recently ordered a small custom cake for an event we were having, and I was BLOWN AWAY by how patient, kind, and accommodating Erin was. I cannot recommend this place enough. They bake ridiculously good desserts AND the people behind it all are incredibly nice. What more can you ask for?
(5)
Meenakshi B.

Went over for a late night ice cream feast with my husband a few nights ago. Convenient that they are open late on the weekends. First time that I have been there so late and was surprised at the number of people there. More crowded than when I have been there during the day. My husband had the mango habanero on a waffle cone and I had the brownie sundae with one scoop of magic bar and one scoop of cookies n' cream. The mango habanero was amazing. Subtle flavor of the habanero after a natural mango flavor. The sundae was amazing with coconut whipped cream, hot fudge and I chose candied pecans. I couldn't quite enjoy the whole thing because it was so rich and sweet. Definitely to be shared with at least one more person. Their portions are more than generous and the small is actually quite big. Definitely one of my go-to's for dessert.
(4)
Tucker H.

I'm pretty picky when it comes to my sweets, and rarely am able to even settle for frozen yogurt because of my love for ice cream. However, this place has got it going on. So many flavors that are ever changing. I have returned multiple times for a few different flavors and cookie sandwiches etc. very flavorful healthy alternative without sacrificing deliciousness!
(5)
Raisa S.

When I couldn't eat homemade ice cream anymore I thought I would live a lesser quality life (dramatic I know) FoMu is my savior. I live in Stoneham which is extremely inconvenience to any FoMu location and you will often times find me driving there after 9 pm for my fix. It's great. The staff is always beyond amazing, they offer gluten free (tasty) options as well, and they have any flavor you could ever want. I have taken plenty of people here who can eat dairy just fine and still love it. Of course it's a little pricier, but that's necessary since the cost of coconut milk is significantly higher than any dairy milk. Also the rest of the ingredients are very high quality. I was also psyched to find FoMu in whole foods!! Can't say enough about this place, and the exceptional staff really tops it off!!
(5)
Bianca M.

Great coconut based ice cream. My favorite flavors are the bourbon maple walnut and malted cookie dough. They are absolutely amazing. Definitely worth checking out!
(4)
Heidi D.

There were a love of fun flavors to choose from, and the ones I tried were delicious! The texture was creamy and pretty dense, and the flavors were fragrant and not overly sweet. The only thing I didn't like was the price haha.
(4)
Angela K.

Very interesting icecream flavors. I am a fan of trying new things so I was super excited! The barista(?) was very nice and let my group try multiple flavors. A lot of people like Espresso Bean, which my friend and I got. Ask to try the Thai Chili Coconut--savory with nice coconut crunch.
(4)
Meg R.

This place is awesome. Since I discovered FoMu, I no longer have to subject myself to the post-ice cream agony that has followed each and every scoop of ice cream in the past five years. Nor do I have to eat the suspiciously odd-flavored soy cream sold at Trader Joe's. There are a ton of creative flavors as well as the classics. Each time I go, I try a few flavors and bring home some pints. I love the cookies and cream, the oatmeal raspberry crunch, and the matcha white chip (coconut-based); the peanut butter chip (almond-based) is to die for. The coconut-based ice creams definitely have an underlying coconut Their medium-sized cone has two generous scoops and is definitely enough to satisfy most PMS cravings. The staff is really nice and are great about giving out tastes to help you find your favorite flavor. I am so glad that they're shipping their product nationwide so that I can continue my obsession no matter where I'm living!
(5)
Jemi J.

My Bostonian friends were very proud of me for having put FoMu on my "list of Boston stuff to try". I knew I would have a great experience, but this seriously blew my mind. Ive never been in such an organic/vegan cafe before, so going through the menu was a bit slow and confusing for my first time, but the staff were really great behind the counter to give me samples and good suggestions. I had a coconut sundae with some toppings (including whipped cream). It was so smooth, light and fluffy the entire combo, and not overwhelmingly coconut. A huge serving I wasn't able to finish in one sitting. The dry toppings are literally dry (feel dehydrated ,texture wise), so I didn't particularly enjoy the contrast between the nice ice-cream / whipped cream and toppings. Definitely a great spot if you're lactose intolerant!
(4)
Mary Q.

This place is sooo good. I love the salted caramel icecream! The coconut flavoring was noticeable but not overpowering. Even though I came for icecream, I was truly blown away by the carrot cake. The frosting is so out of this world! And the cake is so delicious and moist. The coconut flavor was stronger in the carrot cake frosting. I believe it's made out of coconut cream. Bottom line, coconut is delicious and goes wonderfully with everything. Due to the recent storms, I haven't been able to get out to Allston or JP. Which is why I was so happy to find it in my local Whole Foods on Westland Ave. Stock up!
(5)
Joaquin X.

I like to treat myself here sometime. It's a little too expensive to go there all the time but I love when I do. It's all vegan but not skimping on taste whatsoever. I love the flavors of coconut, chocolate and coffee the best. Mmmmm. Bring the kids!
(4)
Meghan M.

All I can say is, thank God for FoMu. Whether you're a vegan or not a vegan, do yourself a favor and go get some delicious dairy free ice cream and/or pastry. $2 pastries on Thursdays? Yes, please. PS Bring back cake batter! PPS Come to the south shore!
(5)
Tracy R.

I don't even know where to start because everything is SO GOOD. The ice creams are all amazing - I am personally loving the strawberry right now and also the lavender just because it's so unique. I also recently had a homemade lavender and blueberry pop tart and of course it was amazing. I have never had any ice cream or baked good that I didn't like from this place. I love that places like this are open for those of us trying to cut back on dairy!! (I only caution against the take home pints - they just don't taste the same from your own freezer and I end up throwing them away 1/2 way through. Seriously though, in the store, their products are all incredible.) Highly recommend!!!
(5)
Dorise G.

Friends, I am a dairy consumer. I hail from the land of dairy. My spirit animal is probably a cheese curd. But I love FoMu. And I may love FoMu better than I love dairy ice cream. There's something about the coconut milk that makes it extra creamy (not custardy, just a little denser), and while I might argue that some of the flavors do taste a little too much like coconut (the espresso bean/the salted caramel), some of their flavors are sheer magic. Maple Bourbon Walnut. Cardamom Pistachio. Dark and Stormy. Thai Chili Peanut (spicy ice cream!!) Their ode to a Caramel Delight. I doubt that there's any real health benefit to this ice cream over normal ice cream, but I'll tell ya - it tastes amazing, and for me doesn't sit as heavily as real ice cream. Time to sit this one out, Fro Yo, FoMu's got this jam covered.
(5)
Christina K.

AMAAAAZING. I stopped by here after dinner at Roots and we all got the apple cider donut. I also got the cardamom-pistachio in a small cup. The small was more than enough - I almost couldn't finish, and I ALWAYS finish my food. It doesn't taste overly rich, but I guess it is because I was getting so full. The flavors are all amazing and innovative. I did find my apple cider donut flavor a little overkill after a while - too sweet. I wish I could have tried one of the ones that was already sold out. The staffer who helped us was very nice; she accommodated all our requests for samples. Love to come back!
(5)
Jessica M.

I HADN'T HAD AN ICE CREAM SUNDAE IN 3 YEARS! But I did at FoMu. It was wonderful, glorious, and cruelty/blood/pus/cow teet free. I was so excited reading about this place before visiting Boston and was not disappointed at all. I strolled in mid afternoon, looked over the menu and made the decision to get a 2 scoop sundae. I had cherry amaretto and just some plain ole vanilla, coated with hot fudge and artifical dye free sprinkles. Picking the flavors and toppings was difficult, but I felt I really couldn't go wrong. FoMu has gummy bears, people! AND caramel. I can't wait to go back to Boston. Beautiful, historic city, great vegan ice cream joint. No service issues, no waiting. The service professional was probably annoyed at my excitement, but she was patient and helpful.
(5)
Annette A.

Fomu creates some good vegan-friendly ice cream, but I could've had a better service experience. I came in a night where it wasn't particularly busy, and there was only one customer in line. After the customer ordered and checked out, the staff person disappeared. Did the phone ring and I didn't hear it? Did a water pipe explode in the back? Did Meatloaf burst through the storage room on a motorcycle? I stood at counter awkwardly holding a pint of ice cream that I had just picked out of the fridge, figuring that I'd be helping the staff prevent carpal tunnel via scooping, or something. After a few minutes, a sweaty soccer family bounds into the shop and dashes to the counter. They each start calling out 3-4 flavors they'd like to sample, practically licking the case. The staff person reappears out of thin air, greets them and spends the next few minutes out samples of flavors on teeny-tiny spoons for the entire family. I blink. I continue to stand at the register, trying to make it obvious that my wallet is out and I'm ready. I cough as politely as I could, so as to not make the person feel stupid. She glances at me, only to be turn back to the little kid who is ready for the Salted Caramel next. Once the family has had their share of twenty samples each, they lean against a wall reading the flavors on the chalkboard aloud and giggling at the names while the staff person walks over to the register and checks out THEIR orders. I'm still very clearly standing there. My pint has long since starting to condensate. Any longer and their counter would've had a moisture ring on it. Staff person finally gets to checking out my order, while still talking to the boisterous family walking out the door and telling them how wonderful they are and to come back any time. No hello to me. No thank you for waiting. I feel like my time's been wasted and the pint in front of me wasn't worth it. In the end, I sat on my couch at home, grumpily spooning through my pint of Banana-Coffee-Whoopie-Spite-Pie while flipping through Netflix, bitterly wishing I had those 10-15 minutes of my life back.
(2)
Glitter G.

So amazing! The people are kind and the ice cream has a unique flavor that is totally delicious. 10pm and hungry for something sweet? I'm definitely going to fÅmÅ«! It is definitely one of the few places in Allston that everyone should try!
(5)
Cara H.

I went for the first time a few weeks ago and FoMu did not disappoint. They have plenty of options, ranging from flavors to toppings and even specialty smoothies and drinks. Definitely one or the best frozen desserts I've had. My friend ordered the chocolate and it was rich and creamy like chocolate ice cream should taste like. I tried the avocado ice cream and was pleasantly surprised. It tasted mostly like coconut milk but the avocado added a nice light flavor to it. I would love to try again, just it is a bit on the expensive side.
(5)
Ami P.

I promise you that you will not taste a difference, in fact I feel as if it was better than ice cream :)
(5)
Cinthia K.

Awesome vegan ice cream place. Yes, vegan ice cream. I'm not sure why one would come to this place and expect to find regular ice cream here when their sign clearly states that they are an alternative ice cream place. Anyhow. They have a whole slew of different flavors and their ice creams are coconut milk based. I tried their cardamom pistachio flavor and I really enjoyed it. There were a bunch of flavors that I wanted to try out as well. Service could have been faster, but otherwise, a nice place to get some really yummy treats for those of you with restrictive diets.
(4)
Thanh H.

Was walking down the street and saw this little ice cream shop. This place can easily be missed since it's a small place on a big street, and the store front is black. Anyhow, I was curious to what "alternate ice cream" was. I went in there, and found out they make their treats using coconut milk instead of cow's milk. I'm adventurous, but I also want to play it safe. I ordered a cookies and cream and the salted caramel. Yes, I"m a fatty. The cookies and cream doesn't taste as creamy as the normal ice cream version, but it's pretty good. The salted caramel is slightly on the salted side instead of the caramel side. Which is great. I can't stand ice cream that is way too sweet. Definitely worth another visit. The only drawback of the ice creams is that it's not creamy.
(4)
Chenkai L.

I have never had vegan ice cream in my life and I have to say I am quite impressed. We tried a medium half lavender half salted caramel ice cream and got a surprisingly generous amount for a good price. The ice cream was very soft, doughy, and creamy to taste but did not leave a creamy milk aftertaste in your mouth like regular ice cream did. Though I would not prefer this ice cream over regular ice cream, it was delicious for ice cream made with no dairy products.
(4)
Olivia J.

All the ice cream flavors have a very very strong coconut taste. That's obvious given that the main ingredient of FoMu ice cream is coconut milk. But personally I found the coconut taste a bit too overwhelming. I tried a number of flavors, like Oreo, birthday cake, avocado, etc - but they all tasted like coconut to me lol. I don't think I'll be returning, there are too many other good ice cream places in this city.
(2)
Matt E.

Fomu is the best vegan Ice Cream I ever had. I gave it to my friends and they loved it. They could not believe it was not "Milk" Ice Cream! If you ever got try the banoffee pie Ice Cream you are one of the lucky one's!!
(5)
Amanda F.

A few weeks ago, one of my oldest friends was in town from D.C. She's newly vegan, so our get-togethers usually involve vegan eats. We had just finished dinner next door at Grasshopper. (See my review from a few years ago. I'm not vegan or vegetarian, but I do enjoy Grasshopper) As we were leaving, my friend told us that she wanted some vegan ice cream. We all looked at her like she was crazy, but agreed to give it a try. FoMu's ice creams are coconut milk-based. I love, love, love coconut milk, and I put it in everything when I cook at home. When dining out, I figure there are 4 options: 1) Get a familiar item at a familiar restaurant. 2) Try something new and different at a familiar restaurant. 3) Get something familiar at a new restaurant. 4) Try something new at a new restaurant. I consider myself to be pretty adventurous, food-wise, so I like option 4. Once inside FoMu, I saw that they had Lavender ice cream. I gave it a try and really liked it. The coconut milk made it extra creamy. One of my friends got salted caramel ice cream, and another got as many flavors as the ice cream scooping employee could fit into a small cup. One of the flavors she got was Lemongrass. As I said before, I'm not a vegan or vegetarian, so I don't have any other vegan ice cream shops to compare it to, but I loved FoMu, and since that night., have recommended it to other vegan/vegetarian friends.
(4)
Ali S.

This is INCREDIBLE ice cream. I eat all kinds of ice cream and I would have still been wowed if it were the typical dairy-full variety. But this is also vegan! Omg, I'm so in love with this place. I also ordered the nutella brownie sundae... so freaking good.
(5)
Cassie W.

As someone who recently became health conscious, I made the mistake of trying a random brand at whole foods. I immediately swore off coconut milk ice cream resorting back to my lust for dairy and ice cream. That is until I discovered FoMu. Who knew coconut milk ice cream could be this good? Who knew ice cream could be this good??? This place is amazing and my tastebuds thanks me everytime I go here, my hips not as much. The staff are extremely helpful, they will let you try as many flavors as you want. The majority of their ice cream is coconut milk based and they usually have 3-4 nut based ice creams. I prefer to coconut milk as they are usually a little creamier. Their flavors aren't artificial. If you order the cherry amaretto, you get whole cherries in it! If you order the half baked you literally get chunks of all of their vegan based pastries mixed inside of it. The portions are also outrageous! I can never fit the lid on my container. Cherry Amaretto and Praline Spice are my favorites. You can never gone wrong with a scoop of these and the chocolate pudding flavor!
(5)
Jin S.

Best. Place. Ever. Their coconut magic bar ice cream is soooooo delicious. Everyone behind the counter is super friendly and willing to scoop up +10 different tasting samples for you. One of my favorite places in Allston, hands down.
(5)
Alena G.

As a committed non-vegan, not-even-vegetarian, I was a little skeptical of this place when my vegan roommate dragged me here. I tried their banoffee ice cream and was skeptical no more. And then the cherry almond. And the apple spice. And the reverse cookies and cream... Regardless of what you get (all of it is delicious) - you must request gummy bears as a topping. They. Don't. Freeze. Magic!
(4)
Nona N.

The future of ice cream is here! Idk whyyy coconut based ice cream isn't all the rage (you can't taste the coconut- it tastes JUST like ice cream w/o the allergies or sketchiness that comes from pasteurized dairy these days), but I hope this movement takes over the country. It might someday-- it won Best Ice Cream Boston this year. The girl working there was awesome (ahem FoMu owners- she worked yesterday around 4ish and she took customer service to another level). She let us try like 8 flavors without complaint (their menu is ridiculous so you prob would try that many too). And she was totally ok with me settling on "only" picking 4 flavors for my size small cup. Some ice cream places try to be nazis and limit you to two flavors, or worse, just one-- but whose fault is it when there are so many yummy ice cream concoctions to choose from, mine or the ice cream place's??! Hm?!! I thought so! And FoMu knows this so they let me have a field day. :-D Had to give her a tip and shout her and FoMu out on here for not being nazis giving me back that freedom that we are used to- the freedom to mash as many ice cream flavors into that little cup as we want!! Umerica!!! Ok. I'll tone it down. Anyways I ended up getting the avocado ice cream, sweet potato ice cream, roasted banana & peanut butter ice cream, and salted caramel ice cream. Yes some of them sound disgusting but they were all actually good. And if coconut is not your thing, they have nut based ice creams too. The whole place is dairy free and they have even more alternative options for their shakes & cafe stuff too.
(4)
Carrie B.

An entire shop devoted to vegan ice cream? Yes, please! Most of the flavors are coconut-based, but a few are nut-based. All are labeled for whether they contain nuts and gluten. Flavor selection is wide and creative. A few of my favorites are cardamom pistachio, dark & stormy, and honey lavender, but the basics like chocolate, vanilla, and mint chip are good too. Let's be realistic though - although Fomu is among the best vegan ice cream I've had, the creaminess still doesn't approach that of real premium ice cream. Employees will happily give tastes of a few flavors, but PLEASE people - don't stand there sampling 5 flavors if there's a line behind you!
(4)
Michelle J.

Very cool place. Most of their ice cream is coconut based, and actually very delicious. They do have unique flavors such as avocado and lavender, but I wasn't a fan of either. I especially liked the piÃ±a colada and the pb mud pie. I recommend trying the flavors first because they don't taste like the traditional ice cream flavors. My new favorite place to get ice cream, I love that it's dairy free! Only downside is that it is a hassle to find parking, only on street parallel parking.
(4)
Anthony S.

Love that they let you try all the flavors, great customer service!!!! The avacdo and green tea are a must and I always take some home for later
(4)
Scott G.

I'm not vegan, but I've been dating one for 4 years, and I'm no stranger to vegan dining (or cooking). With that said, FoMu is probably my favorite ice cream in Boston -- dairy or not. After a year living in Pennsylvania, my girlfriend and I returned to Boston for a few days last weekend. We were staying in Allston with a couple friends, and we couldn't resist the short walk to FoMu (when we were living in Boston, we frequented the JP location, so this was our first visit to the Allston shop). FoMu didn't dissapoint. I can't remember exactly what we ordered -- I had a coconut awesomeness thingy and some cookie dough, and the gf had something that was pretty yummy -- but it was awesome. The staff didn't seem to mind that we were as high as a kite and had a major munchie attack going on, and happily gave us a few samples. But bottom line is this: Forget that FoMu is vegan. It's not. It's just some damn good ice cream (that vegans can eat.)
(5)
Steve W.

Love this place. Always try something new. Staff are great with sampling and very friendly. I brought a vegan friend visiting from out of town. She's in love. She's definitely visiting again soon just to visit here again.
(5)
Katharine N.

This may sound a little odd, but I'm giving FoMu a 5 star rating, even though I only think their ice cream is ok. I REALLY enjoy their vegan baked goods (whoopie pies, magic bars, brownies, oh my). I also got one of their ice cream chipwiches once and it was to die for.
(5)
MaryGrace A.

In LOVE with this place. So far, I have tried the cookie dough ice cream, banana toffee nut cake, the strawberry shortcake smoothie with a banana added, and the blueberry pop tarts. All amazing! My favorite is the ice cream though because somehow they find a way to make it thick and creamy, even without dairy products. I have tried all kinds of vegan ice cream and this was by far the creamiest and best!
(5)
Alyssa W.

very interesting concept. Coconut milk based ice cream. I tried the banaofee, banana toffee ice cream. Tasty!! My friend got the thai chilli peanut, which after a few spoon fulls, she said "it's the strangest thing, my mouth is hot and cold at the same time!" I tasted this and it was definately and interesting combo, sweet, cold, spicy kick at the end. Very unique. I tested the avacado and that is probably what i'll get next time. Perfect balance of avacado flavor and ice cream texture. Price is a bit high, but thats what you pay for something different :)
(4)
A B.

This place is amazing. I got a sundae with magic bar ice cream, chocolate sauce and caramel and it was among the best ice cream sundaes I've ever had period, vegan or nonvegan. I go out of my way to go to FoMu anytime I'm around the Boston area.
(5)
Lauren A.

Whenever I'm in the area I HAVE to go to FoMu. Great place to break your diet. My favorite flavor is cookies n cream and their hot fudge is amazing. Staff is always super friendly and patient when I ask to try almost every flavor! Can I live here? Love you FoMu.
(5)
Cliff U.

Excellent vegan ice-cream. Tried the peanut butter last time and loved it. Loses one star for expensive prices (but worth it!).
(4)
Allison H.

I can't handle how good Fomu is. It's the ice cream I dream about. It's a MUST TRY. More delicious than its carnivorous equivalent, fomu's coconut-based ice cream is so smooth and creamy. Their huge flavor list has something for everyone - traditional pleasers (chocolate brownie is my favorite) as well as creative and refreshing flavors like avocado and pistachio cardamom. Unlike their less friendly competitors, the fomu staff are super generous, allowing you to choose multiple flavors for even small sizes ("that's why we have a tiny scoop!" -quote fomu hero). I love that I can enjoy so many delicious combos! Their seasonal drinks are also really creative and unique! The pumpkin latte is definitely worth a try - the pumpkin purÃ©e and spices blend perfectly with the coffee! The deserts look amazing too, but I've yet to try one...the ice cream is too tempting. I come here probably more than would be healthy for normal ice cream eating, but fomu always seems healthy to me. Om nom nom! I'm hooked.
(5)
Jess M.

FoMu has really great ice-cream. FYI, in case you thought vegan desserts were healthier- they're not. At all. I prefer my ice-cream with milk so I prefer Christina's and Toscanni's, but I will admit that Fomu is still pretty good. On a side note, FoMu a perfect visual representation of the gentrification happening in Allston. Sad townies, happy hipsters.
(4)
Tory S.

Holy yum! I'm a vegetarian trying to make the vegan jump and fomu is helping make that transition a lot easier! This is hands down the most delicious ice cream I've ever had - vegan or not! It's hard and creamy in all the right ways! The peanut butter and chocolate pudding are my faves! Chocolate pudding literally tastes like a fudgesicle! The chocolate jimmies are my favorite topping. .. they are thin and don't taste fake!
(5)
Stephanie K.

All vegan, which means I could eat stuff! I had a small cookies and cream and it was delicious. The lady at the counter was helpful and let us sample flavors. The cups and utensils looked biodegradable so plus for that!
(5)
Warren J.

Such delicious and creative flavors. They let you sample just about as many as you want so you know what you are in for. I had the disaronno cherry and she had the raspberry almond crumble. This just in...ALL ICE CREAM WAS COCONUT BASED! Awesome vegan place.
(5)
Vanessa F.

I don't know why it took me so long to visit this place. I stopped in for a sundae recently, and it was absolutely incredible! The sundaes are a little pricey, but the portions are HUGE. I got espresso and salted caramel ice cream with hot fudge, sprinkles and whipped cream, and I've been wanting to go back ever since. If you're not a vegetarian or vegan, don't be put off by the idea of vegan ice cream. The flavors are rich and creative, and I have several carnivore friends who adore this place. Plus, it's located right next door to a couple of veg*n restaurants, so it's in a great location to top off a nice night out.
(5)
Alex A.

This place is a joke, right? No, seriously. It has to be. Oh, you mean it isn't? Well, then... shit. Bottom line: anytime a place advertises itself as something-something-ICE CREAM, the "ice cream" bit is the only part I care about. Since "cream" is the operative term in "ice cream," however, the whole "alternative ice-cream" shtick is BS just based on the fact that despite the manner in which FoMu advertise themselves they don't actually serve ice cream. It's all some kind of coconut/soy/compost-based concoction that is actually difficult to eat. And oh, before everyone gets on my ass about how I just don't get it, and it's vegan, and I'm hatin', and I need to keep an open mind, and if you can't say anything nice... just stop. I am fully aware and respectful of the need for dairy-free options in frozen treats, and trust me: this place is subpar even by vegan standards. Every serving at FoMu has two flavors: tasteless or cloying, and there's no way to predict which you're going to get, like, oh, EVER. Even without the vegan byline the quality of product is very underwhelming here. On the other hand, the staff is very nice, and will do their absolute best to pick out a flavor that best suits to your taste. So, I guess, without my reservations, you may like it.
(2)
Beth R.

Phenomenal vegan ice creams! I feel so lucky to have stumbled upon this place as my husband and I waited for takeout from a nearby restaurant. I enjoyed a scoop of the cashew-based chocolate with cinnamon. Outstanding! So creamy and the cinnamon gave the chocolate a boost. I also had a scoop of peanut butter with chocolate chips and it was also delish, but it was the chocolate that stood out for me the most. I tasted my husband's coconut-based Thai chili and it was a treat. A pleasant kick of spice complemented by coconut. Whether you are vegan or not, this place is worth a visit. Creative, delicious options. I can't wait to return and try the desserts.
(5)
Abe F.

There really is nothing to complain about this place. The ice cream is delicious. The staff is extremely friendly. I couldn't compare it to actual ice cream because I haven't eaten it since I was very very young but the texture and consistency seems spot on. The flavors here are very unique as well as some of the toppings. Most of the ice creams are coconut based but they also have several nut based ones as well. They make Ice cream cakes too. Some are pre-made but you can also call in one and get it special with basically anything you want. They sell pints and again you can also have them do a half and half if you can't make up your mind. The baked goods there are also absolutely amazing and bursting with flavor. The coffee is perfect too. I have never had a frappe there but I think that will be next for me. Oh and they have ice cream sandwiches. The place overall is small but I never feel uncomfortable and the prices are high but I mean, it's vegan ice cream. Highly recommend for non-vegans to try
(5)
Veronica R.

I have a dairy allergy, so ice cream isn't really a thing for me these days. Thankfully, FoMu exists so I can get my ice cream fix without feeling like death afterwards or sacrificing flavor! I don't know how they do it. But their ice cream is delicious and decadent. Try their chocolate pudding, chocolate lovers will not regret it!!
(5)
Vivian C.

Okay. I'm not a vegan. I'm not even a vegetarian. I'm an enthusiastic omnivore with a love of vegetables and carbs and dairy and sweets and... So, in other words, I have options. And I opted to try FoMu when I found myself in the neighborhood with a parking spot. It was the afternoon, so the place wasn't busy, and so I felt it was okay to ask for a sample... and another... and another... The fellow behind the counter was cool with it, which I sincerely appreciated. I did however feel bad about the collection of popsicle sticks I was quickly amassing. Many of the flavors were coconut-evident, which makes sense since they were afterall coconut based frozen concoctions. There were also three flavors made with a nut base listed on the side. I felt the nuts a bit soft in the cardamon pistachio, the cinnamon bun with its pieces of cake probably a bit too filling since I had just come from lunch, and so I went with a medium Salted Caramel, and Rice Honey Lavender, with the Cherry Amaretto probably a close second, for $4.98 after tax. The bamboo spoons were neat, but not very smooth to the mouth. I spotted mochi in the offering of toppings. And they have water on the side within convenient reach of customers. Three sets of seats by the window on each side of the door were neighbored by a high table for three, making for 12 seats in the front, and a cluster of seats and tables by the back, where there's also a bathroom available for the public to make use of. Bring back their reusable pint containers and get 50 cents off your next pint. This is a cool place, with cool treats, with cool workers. I'm glad I came, but since I have options and I am not personally crazy about the coconut tinted flavors, I'll probably go on to try some place else, but I'd also be willing to come back.
(3)
Madeleine Q.

We got strawberry, avocado, salted caramel and chocolate chip. They were all so tasty. It tasted fresh and homemade as expected. However, it was too expensive and their portions are small. They also had hearty, homemade topping selections. While I would give a much higher rating for the quality of their products and service, I would have to downgrade my overall rating due to steep prices. I understand the base cost is much higher for their products than typical ice cream but I do not need to pay extra money for a fancy vegan ice cream.
(3)
Katherine D.

Delicious chocolate brownie ice cream!! I'm so happy that they're is a vegan ice cream shop not too far from me. I've been going here almost every week this month ..it's just so good!! Can't wait to try more ice cream flavors this summer!
(5)
Amanda C.

I stopped in shortly after FoMu opened for the first time, and have been back a handful of times. They have many flavors, and let you try as many as you like. The ice cream can be a little hit or miss - the cake batter tasted too strongly of coconut, the consistency on salted caramel wasn't what you would normally expect, but the cookies and cream is spot on. I also tried a seasonal "Samoas" ice cream which was AMAZING. This could also be them working out the kinks, since each time I've visited my selection got better. The location is not too great, as there is no parking out front and no parking lot, but I think it's worth the trip. I'll certainly be returning myself!
(4)
Jason L.

Dairy-free ice cream. We had pistachio and cardamom, which with the coconut-based ice cream base, was simply stellar. Light, fluffy, nutty, and spicy. Delicious.
(5)
Sarah G.

A whole ice cream store with no real ice cream??? And by no ice cream I mean, no dairy?? hmmmmm I was definitely suspicious of this place, but I had heard from tons of people that the non-dairy ice cream craze was coming, and here it is I suppose! And I have to say, that my non-dairy ice cream flavored with lavender was amazing! They have honey flavored, avocado flavors, nuts, all the toppings you might want minus the dairy based ones like whipped cream, and it is just as pricey as other ice cream spots around, so why not give it a try? I really applaud them for making some many different types of ice cream flavors and making them all vegan! I will never ever be able to give up milk, but if you are in Allston and looking for a quick dessert like treat that won't make you fell overly full, then FoMu is for you. Their ice cream is light and smooth and if you choose your flavors wisely like we did, then it will taste even more refreshing than normal dairy based ice cream! It is like magic! And now I am sold on vegan friendly ice cream for at least sometimes :-)
(4)
Cassandra B.

A vegan ice cream shop? Yes, please!!!!!! I had a sundae and my friend had a waffle cone and both were great. There are far too few vegan ice cream shops with waffle cones so FoMu automatically gets 4 stars! Salted caramel pecan is usually my favorite but I found FoMu's version a bit bland. It was like all the flavors were blended together into a smooth ice cream, versus having distinct flavors like a vanilla base with chunks of caramel and whole pecans. The avocado ice cream was very tasty and a very welcome change.
(4)
Christa S.

I have moderate lactose intolerance (plus I just don't like to consume dairy all the time because it makes me all gross) so I was excited to see FoMu across the street from Replay'd, where I was getting my 3DS looked at. I had heard of FoMu in the past having great coconut milk-based ice cream and decided I would try it out. Service was super friendly. I just got a small chocolate cup to sample the quality (I'm a big fan of premium ice cream's texture) and I have to say that I'm hooked. I'd like to end up back here and buy a pint or two and definitely try some new flavors. The texture of the ice cream is definitely a lot better than J.P. Lick's dairy alternatives, which seem soft. My only qualm is that the location is a bit small.
(4)
B.M S.

I'm not strictly dairy free but I try to be healthy and avoid it when I can. I'm into alternative and healthy deserts and often make them myself. I've had dairy free ice cream other places but I think this is my favorite. Got cookies and creme in a sugar cone and with sprinkles and it hit the spot. The staff was a little weird tbh but oh well. Seemed unprofessional but hey it's Allston. My boyfriend got the salty caramel and said it was "weird" and "gooey" texture wise. It's true, it's a little more...gelatinous, but I still like it. Id be interested to try the baked goods.
(3)
Brittany O.

Trendy and unique versions of coconut milk ice cream. I can't tell the difference, and am obsessed with their coconut magic bar ice cream. I wish they would make it more often.
(4)
David C.

I don't need to qualify FoMu's ice cream by saying it's good for vegan hard serve because it's damn good, period. Get yourself a sundae topped with vegan hot fudge, candied nuts, and whipped "cream," and you'll be left wanting for nothing. That being said, FoMu really does deserve extra credit for making delicious frozen treats that even lactards can enjoy. I brought my dairy-allergic friend, and I don't think I've ever seen him so happy. After he took the first bite of his bourbon maple walnut and Taza rocky road sundae, his eyes basically rolled back in his head and stayed there until he scraped the bottom of the bowl (which, for $6.50, is pretty generously sized). And here's a list of the other flavors my friends and I sampled to whet your appetite: Cherry Amaretto, Cardamom Pistachio, Salted Caramel, Avocado (!), Thai Chili Peanut (!?), Reverse Cookies and Cream, and Peanut Butter Mud Pie. Some of the flavors were a touch grainy, but by and large, FoMu's offerings are consistently creamy and delicious. Go now, and go with friends who have no idea what FoMu's all about. When they're done licking their bowls clean, tell them what they just ate had no dairy whatsoever, and blow their f**kin minds.
(5)
Guillermo M.

Crazy flavors but all good, excellent option and you don't notice it is not made out of milk. Mango with habanero mmmm, avocado mmmm.
(4)
Jessica H.

They changed their name (it was NoMu which I like better than FoMu). I went to the opening night last night. It was good. I decided to get a fatty sundae with Dark n Stormy ice cream, Peppermint Chip ice cream, coconut whip cream (so good), gummie bears (too healthy tasting, I miss the sugar but glad they are vegan!), and hot fudge sundae. They are working on a caramel topping mmmmmm. It was good. My friend got an ice coffee and said it was very good. I tried it - nicely strong brewed. My other friend got a small blueberry or raspberry ice cream in a cup, it was good too. My other friend got the salted caramel, which I thought was good. They are also selling Veggie Galaxy brownies, muffins, and cookies. YAY! Cool collaboration. And yes they have a bathroom.
(5)
Katherine I.

Worthy of note vegan, gluten-free, coconut-based hard and soft "ice cream", and sorbets made naturally and locally with just the right amount of sweetener. I have no beef with Fomu, but I do have a suggestions for improvement. More intense flavors. Avocado should taste like avocado and less like coconut cream with avocado hinting. Mango lassi was heavy on the "milk" and light on mango and spices. I really wanted the lassi to contain rose water, cardamom, and a pinch of saffron for a more intense Indian/Pakistani flavor - as every food these cultures prepare is brightly seasoned. In summary, less gringo, more loco, then I'd drive the 30 min, pay the 2 tolls, and circle the block several times for parking.
(4)
Fussy J.

DELICIOUS! And dairy free! The salt caramel flavor was sooo good. The beer chocolate also great. I didn't like the Thai peanut so much. I think the nuts get soft and ruin the texture. I'm so glad the calories are not on the side of the pint!
(4)
Leanne C.

I've put off writing my review until I've had far too many flavors and consumed many a junky-calorie from this place. Favorite flavours: Cardamom Pistachio, Banoffee Pie, and Espresso Chip. Favorite "smoothie": Mango Lassi (but substitute the vanilla ice cream for mango habanero) The people who work at FoMu are awesome. The creative flavors and 100% vegan friendliness is also a super perk. All of these years, I've had to have to got-dumped-pity-parties ice cream free but no longer! Pints you can buy to take home are both a blessing and a curse. If you're on the fence and need a funky flavor refresher, check out the Affogato: a shot of espresso over a scoop of ice cream of your choice (Banoffee Pie or PB Cookies and Cream have been my favorite discoveries).
(5)
Danielle B.

Love love love. This is another glowing review for FoMu. It really is a lactose intolerance's dream. I came here for the second time and got a Nutella Brownie Sunday. Simply delicious and like others have said you don't need to be lactose intolerant to enjoy their ice cream! When it's good, it's good.
(5)
Charlotte S.

I hate ice cream and I love this place. I took my boyfriend here who cannot eat dairy and he has FoMu lined dreams now. The staff was super kind to us and they'll let you sample the whole menu if you asked, probably. We tried a whole bunch before ultimately deciding on the Magic Bar one for me and Cookie Dough for my beau. And I mean, I've gotten him Tofutti Cuties and stuff before but I've never seen him so happy! It's great! It is quite similar to ice cream but what I like about it is the texture - it's not as heavy as dairy based ice creams. I believe FoMu uses Coconut Milk as their base and guess what, tha's really good for your skin too. They are always changing up their menu, it seems, which is both exciting and disappointing when something goes that I've wanted to try. I also really appreciate that they sell their product by the pint too. FoMu was the star of a Sundae Making Party I had at my apartment when the weather started to turn for the better. if you're feeling adventurous, the Mango Habanero and Lemon Olive Oil are pretty good as well. FoMu is not just for vegans. This is a place where everyone can cool off, stay sweet, and be happy. For real.
(5)
Kasun N.

From someone who is decidedly not Vegan, I was super impressed at how tasty their Ice Cream was. It's very filling, creamy and besides the fact that you can taste a hint of coconut milk, I wouldn't be able to tell if this didn't have dairy milk or not. Salted Caramel is by far my favorite flavor. When I went on a weekend they had one guy working the counter for a pretty large line, so it can be a bit of a longer wait, but more time to ponder what you'll be getting!
(5)
Emeyes i.

Killer ice cream! Salted caramel shake is where it's at! Awesome employees. This is what an ice cream shop needs to feel like. Thanks FoMu!
(5)
Sara C.

I love ice cream, but lactose and I do not get along so well. So I was really excited to stumble upon this dairy-free ice cream shop. I left with a cone of Magic Bar ice cream, and an actual Magic Bar for later. Both were delicious. The texture was perfect, just like real ice cream. I can't wait to go back.
(5)
Julia H.

Coconut based ice cream!! Vegan/dairy free dream come true! Interesting flavours, like dark and stormy! Lavender ice cream is good!
(4)
Brandie S.

It's strange, because I'm not much of an Ice cream person. Before I tried fomu anyway! Not really a fan of store bought hard ice cream (when I saw fomu had a soft serve a while back, I died and went to heaven) but since the hot weather has returned, and the need to fulfill my crazy obsession with pistachios and cherries ( my favorite flavors are cardamom pistachio and cherry amaretto) ALL THE TIME. Usually I end up trying new flavors when I get there, but go with the usual. A scoop of each of my favorites, hot fudge, gummy bears, whipped coconut cream and a gluten free sugar cone. Yum! Great price, I usually try to share it with my partner, but If he isn't quick enough....- luckily he doesn't hold it against me: :) I would suggest this place for everyone who is in need of a cool sweet treat! Their smoothies are also really delicious, I've had the mango lassi, and the avocado smoothies.
(5)
Lillian T.

I am mostly vegan and so I was beyond excited when I heard about FoMu. When I realized I had moved two blocks from it, I did a happy dance. I made my first visit there today and It was even better than I had expected. Some of the best ice cream I've ever had. Coconut ice cream, ice cream in general, has never tasted so good. The raspberry almond crumble is to die for. The lavender is great as well. The shop is cute and welcoming and the girl behind the counter was kind, helpful, and gave me way more than I deserved. I'm so excited to go back and try all the flavors. And to bring some pints home so I have something delicious to treat myself to when my roommates are eating Breyers. So thankful this shop exists.
(5)
Ken S.

I'm going to give FoMu five stars because how often do you come across a non-dairy frozen dessert that actually tastes good? Not that often. Dessert at FoMu was the perfect complement to dinner at its sister restaurant Root, which is a few doors down. The pistachio cardamon dessert would be the perfect ending for a dinner of Indian food. It's pretty creamy for coconut-based dessert. Pumpkin spice is a great choice for this time of year. It doesn't have the full-on pumpkin flavor that so many desserts have in the fall, but it comes on nicely and is quite good. Peanut butter cookies n' cream was another treat. I sampled the avocado version and that was interesting. Oh, and the guy serving our dessert was super friendly and very helpful - and so patient with all our sample requests. Go and find out how good dessert can be without the dairy!
(5)
Donna O.

I give Fomu one star. Now let me explain. I walked into this place tonight knowing it would be busy but not knowing the staff would completely ignore me. I walked in and didn't even get a hello from the staff. I had wanted to try vegan ice cream, and this is one of the few places around that has it. I saw salted caramel on the website. The price seemed very reasonable also. I went to the sign that said order here. You would think that would be first, but that's besides the point. I stood there for ten minutes being pushed out of the way and the worker was scooping things like he was in a pool a molasses. SO SLOW. So I just walked out. I muttered quote loudly that it's not worth this or the hype. Fomu will never have me as a customer ever after the way I was ignored.
(1)
Danie R.

Best ice cream, vegan or not. EVERYTHIG clearly marked with vegan gluten free nut free etc. cool Unique flavors. Although I'm no longer vegan, I still come here because you can't find these kinds of flavors elsewhere.
(5)
Gunita S.

Phenomenal place for tea and dessert! Always love finding vegan goodies that aren't soy-based because I'm just not a fan of processed soy, and this place is my favorite in Boston. The almond-milk based peanut butter mudslide is my favorite, and when I moved away I found myself missing it SO MUCH. The mocha bean chocolate shake is also amazing. Plus the fact that they have treats from Sabertooth Bakery for purchase doesn't hurt, either.
(5)
Jen J.

Update: everything in my original review stands, AND they've added a few nut-based ice creams. The chocolate cinnamon is amazing, I think it's an almond base. The option to avoid coconut kicks FoMu up to 5 stars.
(5)
Jescenia P.

i love this place! service is amazing and the ice cream is unbelievable. yummy!
(5)
Jarrett L.

This place is amazing. I love ice cream and who would have ever thought that an "alternative ice cream" place would be one of my favorites in boston. They let you try allll the flavors and even put multiple flavors in any size!.. Must try flavors. can't wait to go back.
(5)
Matt K.

Best darn non-dairy ice cream you'll ever have. If you are vegan or have a dairy allergy, you've really got to give this place a shot!
(5)
Melissa A.

I literally am incapable of walking by this place without going inside for a taste. I'm addicted. You would never know it's vegan. In fact, it tastes a million times better then any ice cream with dairy. The staff is incredibly nice and helpful, and the prices are decent. If you haven't tried it, get off your computer and go there now. Seriously, right now.
(5)
Rachel R.

Vegan ice cream. Mull over the term. Hate it. Imagine icy sorbet in a sad cup. No toppings. Think of the absence of add-in's, of a cone, of anything sundae-esque. Now that we've finished that exercise, forget everything you just imagined and go to FoMu. Taste the thick, almost chewy salted caramel ice cream. Consider buying a pint to take home, then plan to cry yourself to sleep, just to rationalize finishing the container on the spot. Buy a rich, chewy Taza brownie and top it with smooth espresso ice cream. Douse it in hot fudge, in mallow creme, and chocolate covered nuts. Instagram that sh*t and make all your friends hate you. Mix the mild, creamy peanut butter and chocolate ice creams together. Let the taste-gasm inspire you... go blow up a Reese's factory and start informing people about the real taste of peanut butter and chocolate in harmony. Switch off alternating bites of pumpkin stout and delicate cardamom pistachio for a spice party in your mouth. A party for one never felt so right. Bring an antique spoon along, then indulge in a scoop of bourbon maple walnut, smell the rich mahogany and twirl your pretend mustache. Welcome to the world of 21st century vegan ice cream. Welcome to FoMu.
(4)
Anya W.

Very tasty vegan ice cream. It's exciting to have access to vegan sundaes and ice cream sandwiches too. Fascinating flavors including pistachio, avocado, and burnt caramel.
(4)
Sara J.

I love you, FoMu.
(5)
Rebecca F.

Honestly, the flavors could be more intense. Cinnamon needs to pack a punch. But they were creative, and satisfying and vegan. And the shop is remarkably popular - likely due to heavy vegan foot-traffic from nearby restaurants. Nice way to end a date, sharing a cone or cup.
(3)
Jessica L.

This is the best ice cream I have had in a while! The employees are very nice, the decor is super cute and the ice cream is unreal! I was unsure at first when I heard vegan ice cream, but it is so amazing! I will be back again for sure!
(5)
L F.

Just when I moved out of the Allston area... FoMu had to open. But man am I glad I finally made it to their store, I haven't had such a satisfying ice cream experience in a long time =) I got the Bourbon Maple Walnut and the Cardamom Pistachio, topped by "Fo Cream" (coconut based). My date had the Peanut Butter topped with Taza chocolate covered nuts. All three flavors were delicious and I also loved the whipped cream (I don't have it too often, I'm too lazy to make it myself =P). Good to know: besides regular hard ice cream, they also have frappes, soft serve, smoothies, coffee I think, and there is a bathroom. Also, their website is very useful and has some more info regarding ingredients and stuff, if you are interested. Pros: - no dairy. all the taste. - no dairy. all the toppings. well, a lot more than the non-dairy selection at the regular ice cream parlor anyways. - super friendly. - Taza. Gotta love me some Taza. - You can buy pints of the stuff and take it home. Sounds dangerous. - Gluten-free options, even a gluten-free cone! - Looks like they thought about making environmentally-friendly choices. Like. Cons: - none that I can think of. - well, I wish it was closer to my house, or I wish they would deliver or something... Bottom line: I want to go back right now. Gone are the days where I half-heartedly lick around a mediocre lemon sorbet while my dairy-loving friends are scarfing down rocky-road-peanut-butter-cup-bedazzled-marshmallowÂ-studded-dark-chocolate ice cream.
(5)
Gene L.

I was pleasantly surprised after going here. I can't remember which I ended up getting after trying a bunch. I'm generally not a fan of alternative ice creams, but I thought the coconut in this case really added a sharpness to the flavor that I really enjoyed.
(5)
Em C.

My two pals and I needed time to kill before our program began later in the afternoon. We decided to explore the neighborhood since we were from cali. We came across Fomu's and...my hipster friends love these type of joints. Mom and pop joints i guess you could say. None the less, came here two days in a row--one with my two friends then the next day brought in 15 other people from all over the states. Quite impressed with the decor, exotic taste, and best of all the SERVICE! I'd have to say the service swept me off my feet. First day, tried some ice cream flavors but just got the smoothie instead. Usually they give you these annoyed dirty looks when you make them try all these flavors but end up getting something else, which is understandable, but this lady was profesh as ever. She was patient and super nice. - - Next day, bombarded them with 15 people on top of other customers rolling in. Not ONE stink face or annoyance was shown by the workers! I was impressed, coming from the serving world and serving that many people with everyone trying to "try" all different types of ice cream can get very impatient and annoying. But from those two workers, I WAS IMPRESSED! +4 stars! I must admit I was a little embarassed since my ignorant group loved standing in the way of the door blocking the entrance off but they never once looked annoyed or frustrated. Ok, you get where im going with this. A+ service! If Fomu's management reads this, you should totally reward them for carrying themselves in such a professional manner! Im glad I could tip them extra for their great service! +1 *on one note: dont get the smoothie with orange juice, it taste like flavored water.*
(5)
Dorothy K.

I am not vegan. I'm not even vegetarian. This. Ice cream. Is. Awwwwwesome. Please understand, I love dairy. I am also allergic to soy. And at first, I was a bit reluctant to try FoMu because I simply assumed that the ice cream would be soy-based. It turns out that they use a coconut base for the ice cream, which makes it RIDICULOUSLY DELICIOUS. It's thick, rich, creamy, sweet, and completely addicting. I had a double scoop sugar cone with SALTED CARAMEL ice cream and PEANUT BUTTER ice cream. WOW! This was also my first cone-- that's right, ice cream cones almost always have soy. Not the sugar cones at FoMu. So satisfying. But enough about the amazing awesome unbelievable ice cream. The atmosphere is also very nice. It is relaxing with a nice edge, and (like any good ice cream shop) family friendly. Location is great. I see myself getting dinner at Peace o' Pie, dessert at FoMu, and a drink at Deep Ellum. Great date night!
(5)
Martina R.

This place is amazing! I love ice cream and anything that resembles it (froyo, gelato...etc). I came here after a long walk on a hot day just wanting a sweet chilly refreshment, and ordered a medium (2 scoops) of coconut and salted caramel. It was definitely too much for me to eat alone thank goodness I had the handy FJ with me to help eat. The textures are different from ice cream, but not in a bad way. The coconut FoMu was very similar to any coconut based ice cream --- somewhere between ice cream and sorbet. The salted caramel was kind of gummy almost like you were chewing on caramels as you ate it. It didn't have much of the salt flavor, but I can forgive that because it was delicious. I have ridden past this place several times, and I might have to change my path so that I don't stop every day! Did I mention that there is no dairy!?!? There isn't! AMAZING! Oh and if you enjoy putting toppings on your delectable frozen treats they had some to choose from, including some pretty healthy choices (nuts and granola)
(5)
J C.

Their Strawberry with a hint of coconut milk was solid
(5)
J C.

Their Strawberry with a hint of coconut milk was solid
(5)
Ashley S.

There is nothing bad to say about this place! It is heaven on earth! A long list of flavors to choose from, all made DAIRY FREE! You can even take a pint home to enjoy later! A huge case filled with sweet bakery treats. Everyone can find something to love here and walk out with a big sugary smile!
(5)
Ilana O.

I just took my boyfriend who's "too manly" for vegan food, vegetarian food, etc. He would rather eat cat food than a veggie burger. And he also just agreed to only eat this vegan ice cream forever now because it was so damn good. Including the whipped cream and hot fudge. I'll probably be back everyday.
(5)
Brianna B.

Best vegan ice cream I've ever had, and one of the best chocolate ice creams (vegan or otherwise) I've ever had. In a small cup (about $4) I paired a scoop of chocolate pudding ice cream with a scoop of peanut butter ice cream, for a match made in heaven. They are coconut-based ice creams, with a wonderfully dense, smooth, and creamy texture. The chocolate pudding ice cream was especially dense and deeply chocolatey. I would come back in a heart beat.
(5)
Angela L.

I really liked this place. I also realized it's stuck next to a bunch of really good restaurants in Allston... So you really can't go wrong with any of the food in this area. Anyways.. For vegan ice cream that's made with coconut milk.. Definitely think it's worth the cost. It's a great alternative to people who are lactose intolerant! You can clearly taste the coconut in the ice cream, so if you don't like coconut... Not sure if you'll like it! Overall pretty delicious. If you're going to get a small and you're going home... You might as well just get a pint.... (Is that fat of me?). Definitely seems to be more worth your money!! I tried different flavors when I was there, but I really enjoyed the smores flavor. If you're feeling adventurous.. I recommend this place!!!
(5)
Heather L.

Finally. Delicious ice cream that doesn't make my stomach go crazy. Great flavors and texture. The coconut base really makes for a creamy consistency. If you're not a fan of the traditional ice cream flavors, give sweet lavender a try! It's so good.
(5)
Nancy H.

You mean that wasn't ice cream made from dairy but coconut milk? Sweet lavendar earl grey shortbread, small cup ($4.15) and a cone or a cup is the same price?! Like woah that's mind blowing. I sat down and dug into my one scoop (really it was more like two) of ice cream, eagerly licking at the melting ice cream off the sides of my ice cream cone, that sounded wrong, but it was so good. The bits of shortbread where delightful and the flavors were all light but present. 10/10 would come back again. They have an ever changing menu as well of great flavors.
(5)
Lisa R.

Great vegan ice cream! Good even for those who aren't vegan or lactose intolerant. Most of their ice creams are coconut based and I can taste the coconut underlying all the different flavors. Was it the absolute best ice cream I've ever had? No, but it fills a niche. Would come back to try some other flavors.
(5)
Linda R.

I crave their ice cream 24/7. Yes you can taste the coconut in most of their flavors...but it still tastes great. My favorite flavors are the strawberry and malted cookie dough.
(5)
InÃªs L.

What is there to say that hasn't already been said? You can sample as many flavors of the ice cream as you want but you'll know pretty quickly what to get. The portions are generous. The pastries looked amazing but we were too full to get anything else. (P.S. Share a medium with someone, it's MORE than enough and you can each pick a scoop.) It's really amazing and I am so glad I don't live nearby or else I'd be broke and fat.
(5)
Sean B.

This July, we ordered 3 Fomu Ice Cream Cakes for our wedding celebration. Let me tell you, they did not disappoint. The staff was terrific in making sure that we had a plan to transport the cakes and even connected us to a company that sells dry ice. The cakes were delicious and beautifully decorated. My vegan brother and brother-in-law hadn't had ice cream cake in years and they loved them. Great job and keep up the good work.
(5)
Tammy L.

I am not a fan of coconut. I am not that fond of ice cream. So how did I end up coming to FoMu and giving them five stars? I basically like how I can forget that I am eating ice cream that is coconut based. Which is pretty weird because the coconut taste is pretty strong. Yeah. I am never going to figure this out and that's fine. I just need come here and eat. That's all. I love the variations on their menu. So far my favorite is earl grey shortbread. I like earl grey anything so I knew I had to get it when I saw it. The fact that there are actual shortbread chunks in the ice cream is an A-plus. Chewy shortbread. Almost like mochi. No offense to my other scoop which was fresh mint but maybe I should have ditched you and got two full scoops of earl grey. Well, there's always next time. Speaking of scoops, they are very generous with that. I got a medium waffle cone and it felt like I got a large. At other unnamed ice cream establishments, a medium would just be like it sounds. Hence I never like getting ice cream at other places because two small scoops do not stack up to my five dollar bill. The last star goes to the staff. Very laid-back and friendly. "Would you like to try any of the flavors?" YES PLEASE. They don't give you any nasty stares for not buying anything after sampling. They are also very patient. You could be standing there having a jolly time in your little world as you taste the earl grey or the lavender or even the avocado and they will wait patiently until you decide that you're ready to order. I just wish FoMu had a location in the Downtown area. My trips there would be more frequent and I might even give up froyo for FoMu. Maybe. Just maybe.
(5)
Sam S.

Scrumptious vegan ice cream: "Magic Bar" like Almond Joy Most ice cream flavors also gluten-free Samples of ice cream offered cheerfully Heavenly cookies (vegan and gluten-free) Parking nearby: Enormously challenging, patience required
(5)
Tracy S.

I am a big fan of FoMu. First off- it's ice cream made from coconut milk! Even for people who aren't lactose intolerant this is a good idea. That being said- probably not a good place for people who have nut allergies. It is also pricier than regular ice cream. A small is about $4. The flavors are eclectic and thus change relatively often. My favorite is Earl Grey Shortbread. It's one of their best ones. You can't taste the coconut because it really does taste like earl grey! Huge hunks of shortbread too. I got walnuts as a topping and it was a good idea. The peanut butter flavor tastes like... You guessed it- peanut butter. You can't taste the coconut in that flavor either. You can taste the coconut in their Magic Bar flavor, but since the magic bar has coconut in it, that's a good thing. They sell pints of their flavors so you can enjoy FoMu at home!
(4)
Steven R.

We thought their ice cream was really unique. Made from coconut milk so it has a different flavor than what us Americans are used to having. I thought their prices were a bit high, to say the least, but everything in Boston is expensive so why would ice cream be any different? Cool to try, tasted great, but the price makes me not want to go again.
(4)
Mika S.

My roommate suggested this place to me (because I am a huge fan of ice cream and desserts), but I kept putting it off because vegan desserts didn't appeal to me a whole lot. Do NOT make the mistake that I did! I finally came here with my boyfriend last night for dessert, and was astonished by how good it was. The ice cream is made with coconut instead of milk and eggs, and it tasted absolutely fantastic. My boyfriend and I split a medium sized carrot cake ice cream topped with chocolate cookie, and a mint chip ice cream sandwich. The carrot cake ice cream was very creamy, full of raisins, and rich in flavour. It had a mild hint of coconut in it (as expected), which went very well with the carrot cake. The mint chip ice cream sandwich was also fantastic - the ice cream had an exceptionally strong minty taste, which seemed fresher than your usual mint chocolate chip ice cream. The cookie that it was enveloped in had chocolate chips in it, and tasted a bit like peanut butter. Overall, both were perfect. The only downfall about this place is that it's a bit pricey. Although this is expected, given the freshness of the ingredients, I prefer eating at cheaper places.
(4)
P T.

My favorite dessert place for allergy friendly options (vegan ice cream, gluten free/dairy free pastries). The ice cream is the highlight. Magic bar flavor rocks as well as the bourbon maple walnut. They use quality ingredients (rainbow sprinkles are natural - no food coloring). Love it!
(5)
Ami S.

First off.... I'm not vegan, however I do like to explore with food choices and options. I had heard so many amazing things about fomu I had to try it for myself. One word: Delicious. They have really creative flavors, my favorite being Banoffee pie. A caramel, banana toffee inspired creation. Try this, you won't be disappointed. It's not overally bananay if that makes sense. Great topping selection including organic items and homemade caramel (GET THIS). The staff is always super friendly and helpful. They will let you sample flavors so you can decide before you commit to a full size. They also have tons of baked treats; cupcakes, shortbread, cookies, brownies, homemade pop tarts. Usually something with Nutella in it, YUM. Their freezer has ice cream cakes and ice cream cookie sandwiches. Lots of options. This place is awesome and appealing to everyone.
(5)
Nita P.

Updating my review from 4 hours ago, after experiencing horrible stomach pain after eating this ice cream. They use carrageenan in their ice cream. It is a known bowel irritant causing gastric inflammation, more complete information here: wellnessmama.com/2925/whâ€¦ Will not be back.
(1)
Judy K.

The ice cream is thick, creamy, but not heavy. I'm not so sure why they're called an alternative ice cream place because it literally tastes like regular good old amazing ice cream. They let you sample the different flavors so don't be afraid to try some interesting flavors like green tea with white chocolate chips, cardamom pistachio, mango lassi, banofee pie and others! Some flavors don't really have an explanation so you need to ask and sample it out, but the staff there is friendly and patient so no need to worry about annoying them. The ice cream is pretty pricey though for a very small cup so I don't think I'll make the trip out just for this particular ice cream. But it's a shop I would visit if I was around the area looking for some dessert!
(4)
Mel C.

I came here while waiting for my car to be washed at the Allston Car Wash. I called beforehand to see if they have coffee (they do!). While I was in the shop, I figured I have to get their ice cream as well. I understand their healthy hipster brand, but all in all the ice cream was ok, and the service was ok. I ordered the bourbon maple walnut ice cream which had a nice hint of bourbon. It wasn't as special as I thought it would be, but I added Tazo cocoa nibs which gave it much needed crunch and flavor. I guess I would like this place more if I knew exactly how much healthier it is.. because if we're only looking at flavor, I would definitely just go to the other artisan ice cream shops in the greater Boston area. The guy gave me a Medium even though I ordered a Small, and he put Almond Milk in my coffee even though I said I wanted it black. I didn't say anything cause I felt bad for the waste and I honestly don't mind extra ice cream & Almond Milk in my coffee, but still it's not what I ordered. I don't think FoMu will always be so lucky to have a customer with a flexible order, so I think they should just remind staff to be vigilant with getting the order right.
(3)
Jesse K.

As a dedicated dairy enthusiast, I went into the experience with my vegan friend with some skepticism despite the rave reviews I heard, however I was delighted with how good the ice cream was. FoMu lived up to the hype in my opinion, and I didn't miss the dairy at all; best non-dairy ice cream I've had.
(5)
Kathy H.

I have loved every flavor I've ever tried here. Tonight I chose "magic bar" which is coconut caramel with pecans and chocolate chips .. Mmmm good! Fantastic began choices located in the little vegan row near Roots
(5)
Brenda N.

I've been here a few times, tried it out since my roommate is vegan. It's nice, because there's such an assortment of flavors and dessert options. It's located off the centralized area of Allston Square, so if you're parking, street parking can be difficult depending on the time of day you're trying to come by. I didn't know what flavor I wanted, and one of the staff members immediately had me try his favorite flavor - Purple MÅ«. It was endearing he was so eager to help, so thumbs up to friendly staff. This is definitely on the pricier side, so if you're looking to just get ice cream, be prepared. It was almost seven dollars for a small scoop of cookies n cream with two toppings.
(4)
Allison L.

I've only been to Fomu once, but I loved it! They have fantastic vegan and gluten free options that make you feel less guilty about eating cookies and ice cream. You can't really taste the coconut. The flavors are VERY rich, especially the chocolate pudding. I mistakenly ordered a medium and was overwhelmed by how much I had to eat. I think maybe the coconut milk makes it creamier or something. Still, the flavors are eclectic and not your typical Dairy Queen slop. I had a cardamom and lavender flavor (who knew?) and it was quite exciting for my taste buds.
(4)
Kevin O.

I want to go to FoMu every day for the rest of my life. Seriously, though, FoMu is a delicious paradise of vegan treats. I almost always get an ice cream sundae when I go there, though I have had just a simple ice cream in a cup or their hearty ice cream sandwiches as well. They also make an incredible 7 layer bar as part of their baked goods selection. Even non vegan friends agree that their selections are top notch. After eating a meal at ROOT (just two doors down), you can run over to Fomu and finish off that food coma. Parking in that neighborhood is often a total hassle, but it is well worth the hassle. Anyone who does not give FoMu 5 stars is crazy and should not be listened to. Overall, my three word summary is: VEGAN ICE CREAM.
(5)
Tony J.

The ice cream is ok. But it has a really weird texture and flavor, most likely because it's made from all-vega ingredients. The green tea ice cream had really great green tea flavor at the outset. It was mindblowing. And then your mouth gets used to it and then it's just average.
(3)
N C.

An amazing selection of funky fresh flavors. They of course have some conventional offerings, but the ones that really stand out to me are the ones with lemongrass, lavender, avocado, etc. This place is a must-try. Step inside, have a few samples, and sit down for a few scoops of your favorite flavor. If you're a fanatic like me, you can even take a pint home with you.
(5)
Grace O.

The flavours are interesting. Some are actually savory, which will probably be new to a lot of people. The coconut really does come through, though, which can be a problem if you don't like coconut. It made the salted caramel taste like palm sugar. The bourbon + walnut was my favourite, not too sweet, very nice combination. Cardamom + pistachio was slightly odd - not bad but not my cup of tea either. Overall it's a decent place. I'll probably be back to try more flavours.
(3)
Daniela D.

FoMu I LOVE YOU SO MUCH. Please open a location in Providence. I just bought a brownie and pint of magic bar ice cream on my last trip through Boston and oh my god, FoMu is heaven on earth. I love you I love you I love you. You are a vegan's dream come true!
(5)
Kris F.

Delicious! I won't waste my money on vegan ice cream anywhere else! Their desserts are so yummy and decadent! Some might say they have high prices, but I think the quality they serve there is well worth it. The place is clean. The staff is always friendly and willing to share samples. Even though I find it to be pretty busy (I tend to stop by on weekend nights) I never feel rushed and the customer service is always on point. The best thing about it is that my non-vegan friends AND friends with multiple allergies love it too!
(5)
Jon T.

Fomu has some of the best, if not the best, vegan ice cream I've ever had. First off, it's made from coconut milk. The creaminess of coconut milk lends perfectly to ice cream. You also don't get that really strong soy, rice, or almond taste that you get with other milks. Second, so many delicious and original flavors. Last time I was there, one of the scoops I chose was salted caramel and it blew me away. And last, but not least, great foods and beverages to compliment your ice cream! Most recently, my girlfriend and I were fortunate enough to be there in October. This meant we got to try a pumpkin whoopie pie and their own pumpkin spice coffee. Bliss. I wish we had something like this in SF but I guess I'll have to settle for CREAM.
(5)
ChloÃ© R.

This is hands down the absolute best gluten free and dairy free ice cream I've ever had. They have a huge selection of gluten, sugar, dairy, and soy free products as well as using sweeteners like agave and honey in place of processed sugar. The chocolate pudding ice cream is incredible. Also recommend the lavender Creme filled sugar cookies and chocolate chip cookie ice cream sandwiches. They have a wide selection of ice cream flavors including things like avocado and peanut butter.
(5)
Isabel R.

Best Ice Cream ever! Not just best ice cream for Vegan, just plain best Ice Cream flavor for the Sweet Lavender. I took my friend from Chicago here on a visit and now she has it shipped there because there is nothing like it there. Amazing!!!!
(5)
Nik A.

This is a fantastic place for ice cream. I had the carrot cake flavor with chocolate cookie crumbles and a mint chocolate chip ice cream sandwich. Both were really good. The carrot cake flavor was one of the best ice cream's I've had. I have to give this place only 4 stars because they charged me about $9 for a medium sized ice cream with one topping. This is a $$ ice cream shoppe.
(4)
Aynsley C.

Probably one of my favorite ice cream places because of their very adventurous flavors. They have more than your typical vanilla and chocolate. My first taste of their ice cream was their honey lavender and it was really good! The texture was smooth and silky and it was very pleasant taste of lavender, not too overpowering. I also liked their peanut butter ice cream too; you can't really find peanut butter ice cream anywhere else to be honest, I've tried :c They also have avocado, pumpkin spice, and other cool flavors I want to try!
(4)
Philippe D.

Amazing varieties of ice creams made with coconut water. Loved the pistachio cardamom and cherry amaretto. People are very friendly and will allow you to taste them all before choosing
(4)
John D.

So glad we're able to sample flavors before we actually purchase something. LOL. Avocado ice cream sounded interesting but sadly it did not taste like avocado. So ofc I didn't get that. Lavender was a recommendation, it tastes exactly like it sounds. A flower... Strange. Not my type of ice cream. So I stuck to good ol' peanut butter chip. Ugh it was pretty good. There is a crapton of chocolate chips doe. A little overwhelming with chocolate, wish they had more pb doe. I ordered a kiddie sized cone and oh boi I can't believe I struggled so much to eat it. I felt a lot larger than expected and I'm so glad I didn't get a small. It was a generous portion of a kiddie sized. They people here are really chill. They're mostly friendly and greet you with a smile when you walk in. Very hipster doe LOOOL.
(4)
Damian B.

Best ice cream in Boston. Yes, you heard that right. Not the best vegan or "alt" ice cream, but best ice cream PERIOD. Better than Toscanini's. Better than Christina's. Better than Gracie's. Their bourbon maple walnut? Amazing. Avocado? Mind blowing. Salty caramel. Ridiculous. I could go on and on, but you get the picture. In addition to their coconut based ice creams, they also serve delicious pastries, George Howell Coffee and MEM Tea. The owners obviously know what's up. A few weeks ago, I was at Whole Foods speaking with a woman who was selling coconut based products. She recently moved here from Portland, OR, where she said there are numerous coconut milk based ice cream shops. None, in her opinion, even come close to FoMu. These folks are clearly masters of their craft.
(5)
Julie G.

Hell Yes!!! This place is the best!!! The ice cream is delicious.
(5)
Tricia M.

Fomu, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways... literally EVERYTHING here is delicious. From the ice cream cakes, to the seemingly infinite number of flavors, to the desserts to the sweet employees. I have to stop myself from going there like every day because it's right down the street from my house! AHH! Why did I move so close to vegan paradise?!!! My personal faves are the malted cookie dough (like GIANT pieces of vegan cookie dough in there, WOAH!!!) and the magic bar, though I'm fairly certain it has like a million calories, sometimes you just need a super duper magical treat. The only con I have is when I go in and there is no cookie dough, I wanna cry, but usually I just console myself with a baked good instead. ;)
(5)
Melissa Y.

I went to FoMu with a couple friends while out in Allston, and was excited to see they had a few nearby vegetarian and vegan restaurants on the same block. It's not often that you see that. I like that FoMu offered a kiddie size cup for those that don't have a sweet tooth or may not have the stomach to eat a heaping scoopful of ice cream. I got the salted caramel, which I didn't even think to taste test beforehand because I've never been let down by salted caramel before, but this one did, unfortunately. It was really bland and not flavorful or tasty. My friend ordered the cardamom pistachio, which was really good and had me wishing I got that instead! He loved it and keeps talking about wanting to come back. I'll be back again, but definitely not getting the salted caramel.
(4)
Keiko K.

I heard about FoMu a while ago but didn't think there was any need to go since my favorite ice cream shop (Christina's) is near my place and I didn't imagine FoMu's ice cream would be better. Then earlier this year I figured out I'm lactose intolerant. I passed the Allston location a few months ago and saw their tagline was "alternative ice cream + cafe" and remembered that they had dairy-free ice cream, so I suggested to a couple of lactose intolerant friends that we should check it out. We finally made it over there today. We got mediums ($5.30) with "2" scoops but you can choose 3 flavors. We tried a lot of flavors. Those marked with two asterisks were the winners. ** Purple Mu raspberry & blueberry ice cream with chocolate and white chocolate chips ** Matcha White Chip green tea with white chocolate chips * Vanilla ** Cherry Amaretto * Salted Caramel * Cake and Batter ** Purple Mu ** Peanut Butter ** Cookie Dough I also tasted the Pumpkin Spice which was good, but not as good as Christina's pumpkin and I liked the Purple Mu better. Didn't think they would go together so I built my bowl around the Purple Mu. The Purple Mu was delicious. Nice and tart and the chips added some good texture. I was surprised that the Matcha White Chip was so good. Not all green tea ice cream is good. It had great matcha flavor and did not taste at all of coconut. I would have preferred it without the white chocolate chips but I didn't mind them. The Peanut Butter was amazing. Very smooth and tasted just like you'd expected a peanut butter ice cream to taste. My friend raved about her Cherry Amaretto (I couldn't try it due to allergies) and the other friend was happy with the Cookie Dough. The vanilla was very plain (though it cut the tartness of the Purple Mu), we all thought the Salted Caramel was not very exciting, and the coconut really came through with the Cake and Batter (which may be a plus or minus in your book). Our server was great. She was patient, encouraged us to try samples, answered all our questions, and was happy to make recommendations. They had a much larger selection than I was expecting (because of the photos of their board that I'd seen online) and my friends commented that a lot of the flavors were very interesting. I wanted to try the Cardamom Pistachio but they were out (well they just hadn't brought up more from the deep freezer). A note for the soy allergic - some of their baked goods and cakes contain soy but it sounded like all the ice cream was coconut-based. They make their sorbets with coconut water. Everything was well marked but if you're in doubt, make sure to ask. We will definitely be back! Such a treat to have ice cream without taking any lactase pills or having any ill side effects afterwards! If you're driving, parking is very difficult. I had a feeling that would be the case which was why I suggested we go on a Sunday afternoon. It's on street only and there is parking on only one side of Cambridge St. near the shop. We lucked out and got a spot very close to the shop but we'd actually passed it up the first time we drove by because there was broken furniture with nails sticking out of it, glass, and other trash in the space. After driving past FoMu there isn't any parking for a block or so and it all looked full so I turned around and went back for the space with all the debris in it. If you can take public transit you're probably better off doing that.
(5)
Jessica B.

First time customer. Loved it!!! I ordered the small batch but based peanut butter chip flavor. Next time I'll try a coconut based ice cream. Not a big fan of coconut but I'll give it a whirl! Very impressed.
(5)
K C.

Super awesome ice cream. We had the affogato with chocolate brownie ice cream that my dad loved, I had the chocolate pudding and lavender which were both amazing in their own rights- the former soft and smooth and the latter kinda homemade crunchy but with a sweet subtle flavor of lavender and coconut. My husband liked the cardamom one. I loved their chocolate brownie one too. Good, friendly service. Overall 5 stars for fomu, but considering how scarce parking is and that the prices are a tad high I'd give my overall experience 4 stars
(4)
Anne F.

Really delicious coconut milk ice cream. I can get my ice cream fix without upsetting my poor lactose intolerant tummy! It's pricey, but not absurdly so, I'd say on par with your typical ice cream standalone shop. I had the coffee flavor (can't remember the specific name) which was delicious!
(5)
Judith C.

I would move to Boston to be close to FoMu!!!!! Every possible flavor you can think of, from sweet lavender to cherry amaretto and chocolate cinnamon! Fresh creamy authentic taste! Also gluten free, soy free and nut free options available! Cones, caramel sauce, hot Fudge, whipped cream, white chocolate chips....... If there is such a thing as vegan paradise its in Allston!
(5)
Casey B.

Absolutely delicious there are so many yummy flavors, don't hesitate to ask the staff for a sample, they're super sweet, and lots of vegan pastries as well! You can also get a pint to save for later :)
(5)
Nina M.

Found hair at the bottom of my kiddy cup. Too bad, because I've been here before and loved it but frankly, I'm grossed out and won't be going back.
(1)
Chana C.

I'm a huge FoMu fan and visit the store frequently for their delectable pastries, however, this review is in regards to another service. I recently ordered a small custom cake for an event we were having, and I was BLOWN AWAY by how patient, kind, and accommodating Erin was. I cannot recommend this place enough. They bake ridiculously good desserts AND the people behind it all are incredibly nice. What more can you ask for?
(5)
Meenakshi B.

Went over for a late night ice cream feast with my husband a few nights ago. Convenient that they are open late on the weekends. First time that I have been there so late and was surprised at the number of people there. More crowded than when I have been there during the day. My husband had the mango habanero on a waffle cone and I had the brownie sundae with one scoop of magic bar and one scoop of cookies n' cream. The mango habanero was amazing. Subtle flavor of the habanero after a natural mango flavor. The sundae was amazing with coconut whipped cream, hot fudge and I chose candied pecans. I couldn't quite enjoy the whole thing because it was so rich and sweet. Definitely to be shared with at least one more person. Their portions are more than generous and the small is actually quite big. Definitely one of my go-to's for dessert.
(4)
Tucker H.

I'm pretty picky when it comes to my sweets, and rarely am able to even settle for frozen yogurt because of my love for ice cream. However, this place has got it going on. So many flavors that are ever changing. I have returned multiple times for a few different flavors and cookie sandwiches etc. very flavorful healthy alternative without sacrificing deliciousness!
(5)
Raisa S.

When I couldn't eat homemade ice cream anymore I thought I would live a lesser quality life (dramatic I know) FoMu is my savior. I live in Stoneham which is extremely inconvenience to any FoMu location and you will often times find me driving there after 9 pm for my fix. It's great. The staff is always beyond amazing, they offer gluten free (tasty) options as well, and they have any flavor you could ever want. I have taken plenty of people here who can eat dairy just fine and still love it. Of course it's a little pricier, but that's necessary since the cost of coconut milk is significantly higher than any dairy milk. Also the rest of the ingredients are very high quality. I was also psyched to find FoMu in whole foods!! Can't say enough about this place, and the exceptional staff really tops it off!!
(5)
Bianca M.

Great coconut based ice cream. My favorite flavors are the bourbon maple walnut and malted cookie dough. They are absolutely amazing. Definitely worth checking out!
(4)
Heidi D.

There were a love of fun flavors to choose from, and the ones I tried were delicious! The texture was creamy and pretty dense, and the flavors were fragrant and not overly sweet. The only thing I didn't like was the price haha.
(4)
Angela K.

Very interesting icecream flavors. I am a fan of trying new things so I was super excited! The barista(?) was very nice and let my group try multiple flavors. A lot of people like Espresso Bean, which my friend and I got. Ask to try the Thai Chili Coconut--savory with nice coconut crunch.
(4)
Meg R.

This place is awesome. Since I discovered FoMu, I no longer have to subject myself to the post-ice cream agony that has followed each and every scoop of ice cream in the past five years. Nor do I have to eat the suspiciously odd-flavored soy cream sold at Trader Joe's. There are a ton of creative flavors as well as the classics. Each time I go, I try a few flavors and bring home some pints. I love the cookies and cream, the oatmeal raspberry crunch, and the matcha white chip (coconut-based); the peanut butter chip (almond-based) is to die for. The coconut-based ice creams definitely have an underlying coconut Their medium-sized cone has two generous scoops and is definitely enough to satisfy most PMS cravings. The staff is really nice and are great about giving out tastes to help you find your favorite flavor. I am so glad that they're shipping their product nationwide so that I can continue my obsession no matter where I'm living!
(5)
Jemi J.

My Bostonian friends were very proud of me for having put FoMu on my "list of Boston stuff to try". I knew I would have a great experience, but this seriously blew my mind. Ive never been in such an organic/vegan cafe before, so going through the menu was a bit slow and confusing for my first time, but the staff were really great behind the counter to give me samples and good suggestions. I had a coconut sundae with some toppings (including whipped cream). It was so smooth, light and fluffy the entire combo, and not overwhelmingly coconut. A huge serving I wasn't able to finish in one sitting. The dry toppings are literally dry (feel dehydrated ,texture wise), so I didn't particularly enjoy the contrast between the nice ice-cream / whipped cream and toppings. Definitely a great spot if you're lactose intolerant!
(4)
Mary Q.

This place is sooo good. I love the salted caramel icecream! The coconut flavoring was noticeable but not overpowering. Even though I came for icecream, I was truly blown away by the carrot cake. The frosting is so out of this world! And the cake is so delicious and moist. The coconut flavor was stronger in the carrot cake frosting. I believe it's made out of coconut cream. Bottom line, coconut is delicious and goes wonderfully with everything. Due to the recent storms, I haven't been able to get out to Allston or JP. Which is why I was so happy to find it in my local Whole Foods on Westland Ave. Stock up!
(5)
Joaquin X.

I like to treat myself here sometime. It's a little too expensive to go there all the time but I love when I do. It's all vegan but not skimping on taste whatsoever. I love the flavors of coconut, chocolate and coffee the best. Mmmmm. Bring the kids!
(4)
Meghan M.

All I can say is, thank God for FoMu. Whether you're a vegan or not a vegan, do yourself a favor and go get some delicious dairy free ice cream and/or pastry. $2 pastries on Thursdays? Yes, please. PS Bring back cake batter! PPS Come to the south shore!
(5)
Tracy R.

I don't even know where to start because everything is SO GOOD. The ice creams are all amazing - I am personally loving the strawberry right now and also the lavender just because it's so unique. I also recently had a homemade lavender and blueberry pop tart and of course it was amazing. I have never had any ice cream or baked good that I didn't like from this place. I love that places like this are open for those of us trying to cut back on dairy!! (I only caution against the take home pints - they just don't taste the same from your own freezer and I end up throwing them away 1/2 way through. Seriously though, in the store, their products are all incredible.) Highly recommend!!!
(5)
Melissa A.

I literally am incapable of walking by this place without going inside for a taste. I'm addicted. You would never know it's vegan. In fact, it tastes a million times better then any ice cream with dairy. The staff is incredibly nice and helpful, and the prices are decent. If you haven't tried it, get off your computer and go there now. Seriously, right now.
(5)
Dorise G.

Friends, I am a dairy consumer. I hail from the land of dairy. My spirit animal is probably a cheese curd. But I love FoMu. And I may love FoMu better than I love dairy ice cream. There's something about the coconut milk that makes it extra creamy (not custardy, just a little denser), and while I might argue that some of the flavors do taste a little too much like coconut (the espresso bean/the salted caramel), some of their flavors are sheer magic. Maple Bourbon Walnut. Cardamom Pistachio. Dark and Stormy. Thai Chili Peanut (spicy ice cream!!) Their ode to a Caramel Delight. I doubt that there's any real health benefit to this ice cream over normal ice cream, but I'll tell ya - it tastes amazing, and for me doesn't sit as heavily as real ice cream. Time to sit this one out, Fro Yo, FoMu's got this jam covered.
(5)
Jessica M.

I HADN'T HAD AN ICE CREAM SUNDAE IN 3 YEARS! But I did at FoMu. It was wonderful, glorious, and cruelty/blood/pus/cow teet free. I was so excited reading about this place before visiting Boston and was not disappointed at all. I strolled in mid afternoon, looked over the menu and made the decision to get a 2 scoop sundae. I had cherry amaretto and just some plain ole vanilla, coated with hot fudge and artifical dye free sprinkles. Picking the flavors and toppings was difficult, but I felt I really couldn't go wrong. FoMu has gummy bears, people! AND caramel. I can't wait to go back to Boston. Beautiful, historic city, great vegan ice cream joint. No service issues, no waiting. The service professional was probably annoyed at my excitement, but she was patient and helpful.
(5)
Brandie S.

It's strange, because I'm not much of an Ice cream person. Before I tried fomu anyway! Not really a fan of store bought hard ice cream (when I saw fomu had a soft serve a while back, I died and went to heaven) but since the hot weather has returned, and the need to fulfill my crazy obsession with pistachios and cherries ( my favorite flavors are cardamom pistachio and cherry amaretto) ALL THE TIME. Usually I end up trying new flavors when I get there, but go with the usual. A scoop of each of my favorites, hot fudge, gummy bears, whipped coconut cream and a gluten free sugar cone. Yum! Great price, I usually try to share it with my partner, but If he isn't quick enough....- luckily he doesn't hold it against me: :) I would suggest this place for everyone who is in need of a cool sweet treat! Their smoothies are also really delicious, I've had the mango lassi, and the avocado smoothies.
(5)
Lillian T.

I am mostly vegan and so I was beyond excited when I heard about FoMu. When I realized I had moved two blocks from it, I did a happy dance. I made my first visit there today and It was even better than I had expected. Some of the best ice cream I've ever had. Coconut ice cream, ice cream in general, has never tasted so good. The raspberry almond crumble is to die for. The lavender is great as well. The shop is cute and welcoming and the girl behind the counter was kind, helpful, and gave me way more than I deserved. I'm so excited to go back and try all the flavors. And to bring some pints home so I have something delicious to treat myself to when my roommates are eating Breyers. So thankful this shop exists.
(5)
Annette A.

Fomu creates some good vegan-friendly ice cream, but I could've had a better service experience. I came in a night where it wasn't particularly busy, and there was only one customer in line. After the customer ordered and checked out, the staff person disappeared. Did the phone ring and I didn't hear it? Did a water pipe explode in the back? Did Meatloaf burst through the storage room on a motorcycle? I stood at counter awkwardly holding a pint of ice cream that I had just picked out of the fridge, figuring that I'd be helping the staff prevent carpal tunnel via scooping, or something. After a few minutes, a sweaty soccer family bounds into the shop and dashes to the counter. They each start calling out 3-4 flavors they'd like to sample, practically licking the case. The staff person reappears out of thin air, greets them and spends the next few minutes out samples of flavors on teeny-tiny spoons for the entire family. I blink. I continue to stand at the register, trying to make it obvious that my wallet is out and I'm ready. I cough as politely as I could, so as to not make the person feel stupid. She glances at me, only to be turn back to the little kid who is ready for the Salted Caramel next. Once the family has had their share of twenty samples each, they lean against a wall reading the flavors on the chalkboard aloud and giggling at the names while the staff person walks over to the register and checks out THEIR orders. I'm still very clearly standing there. My pint has long since starting to condensate. Any longer and their counter would've had a moisture ring on it. Staff person finally gets to checking out my order, while still talking to the boisterous family walking out the door and telling them how wonderful they are and to come back any time. No hello to me. No thank you for waiting. I feel like my time's been wasted and the pint in front of me wasn't worth it. In the end, I sat on my couch at home, grumpily spooning through my pint of Banana-Coffee-Whoopie-Spite-Pie while flipping through Netflix, bitterly wishing I had those 10-15 minutes of my life back.
(2)
Emeyes i.

Killer ice cream! Salted caramel shake is where it's at! Awesome employees. This is what an ice cream shop needs to feel like. Thanks FoMu!
(5)
Sara C.

I love ice cream, but lactose and I do not get along so well. So I was really excited to stumble upon this dairy-free ice cream shop. I left with a cone of Magic Bar ice cream, and an actual Magic Bar for later. Both were delicious. The texture was perfect, just like real ice cream. I can't wait to go back.
(5)
Julia H.

Coconut based ice cream!! Vegan/dairy free dream come true! Interesting flavours, like dark and stormy! Lavender ice cream is good!
(4)
Michael M.

Delicious ice cream after eating meal nearby restaurants. Plethora of eclectic flavors to sample. I must come back for more samples. Would be nice if they were close to the train or easier parking area.
(3)
Ken S.

I'm going to give FoMu five stars because how often do you come across a non-dairy frozen dessert that actually tastes good? Not that often. Dessert at FoMu was the perfect complement to dinner at its sister restaurant Root, which is a few doors down. The pistachio cardamon dessert would be the perfect ending for a dinner of Indian food. It's pretty creamy for coconut-based dessert. Pumpkin spice is a great choice for this time of year. It doesn't have the full-on pumpkin flavor that so many desserts have in the fall, but it comes on nicely and is quite good. Peanut butter cookies n' cream was another treat. I sampled the avocado version and that was interesting. Oh, and the guy serving our dessert was super friendly and very helpful - and so patient with all our sample requests. Go and find out how good dessert can be without the dairy!
(5)
Donna O.

I give Fomu one star. Now let me explain. I walked into this place tonight knowing it would be busy but not knowing the staff would completely ignore me. I walked in and didn't even get a hello from the staff. I had wanted to try vegan ice cream, and this is one of the few places around that has it. I saw salted caramel on the website. The price seemed very reasonable also. I went to the sign that said order here. You would think that would be first, but that's besides the point. I stood there for ten minutes being pushed out of the way and the worker was scooping things like he was in a pool a molasses. SO SLOW. So I just walked out. I muttered quote loudly that it's not worth this or the hype. Fomu will never have me as a customer ever after the way I was ignored.
(1)
Danie R.

Best ice cream, vegan or not. EVERYTHIG clearly marked with vegan gluten free nut free etc. cool Unique flavors. Although I'm no longer vegan, I still come here because you can't find these kinds of flavors elsewhere.
(5)
Gunita S.

Phenomenal place for tea and dessert! Always love finding vegan goodies that aren't soy-based because I'm just not a fan of processed soy, and this place is my favorite in Boston. The almond-milk based peanut butter mudslide is my favorite, and when I moved away I found myself missing it SO MUCH. The mocha bean chocolate shake is also amazing. Plus the fact that they have treats from Sabertooth Bakery for purchase doesn't hurt, either.
(5)
Jen J.

Update: everything in my original review stands, AND they've added a few nut-based ice creams. The chocolate cinnamon is amazing, I think it's an almond base. The option to avoid coconut kicks FoMu up to 5 stars.
(5)
Jescenia P.

i love this place! service is amazing and the ice cream is unbelievable. yummy!
(5)
Jarrett L.

This place is amazing. I love ice cream and who would have ever thought that an "alternative ice cream" place would be one of my favorites in boston. They let you try allll the flavors and even put multiple flavors in any size!.. Must try flavors. can't wait to go back.
(5)
Matt K.

Best darn non-dairy ice cream you'll ever have. If you are vegan or have a dairy allergy, you've really got to give this place a shot!
(5)
Rachel R.

Vegan ice cream. Mull over the term. Hate it. Imagine icy sorbet in a sad cup. No toppings. Think of the absence of add-in's, of a cone, of anything sundae-esque. Now that we've finished that exercise, forget everything you just imagined and go to FoMu. Taste the thick, almost chewy salted caramel ice cream. Consider buying a pint to take home, then plan to cry yourself to sleep, just to rationalize finishing the container on the spot. Buy a rich, chewy Taza brownie and top it with smooth espresso ice cream. Douse it in hot fudge, in mallow creme, and chocolate covered nuts. Instagram that sh*t and make all your friends hate you. Mix the mild, creamy peanut butter and chocolate ice creams together. Let the taste-gasm inspire you... go blow up a Reese's factory and start informing people about the real taste of peanut butter and chocolate in harmony. Switch off alternating bites of pumpkin stout and delicate cardamom pistachio for a spice party in your mouth. A party for one never felt so right. Bring an antique spoon along, then indulge in a scoop of bourbon maple walnut, smell the rich mahogany and twirl your pretend mustache. Welcome to the world of 21st century vegan ice cream. Welcome to FoMu.
(4)
Anya W.

Very tasty vegan ice cream. It's exciting to have access to vegan sundaes and ice cream sandwiches too. Fascinating flavors including pistachio, avocado, and burnt caramel.
(4)
Sara J.

I love you, FoMu.
(5)
Rebecca F.

Honestly, the flavors could be more intense. Cinnamon needs to pack a punch. But they were creative, and satisfying and vegan. And the shop is remarkably popular - likely due to heavy vegan foot-traffic from nearby restaurants. Nice way to end a date, sharing a cone or cup.
(3)
Jessica L.

This is the best ice cream I have had in a while! The employees are very nice, the decor is super cute and the ice cream is unreal! I was unsure at first when I heard vegan ice cream, but it is so amazing! I will be back again for sure!
(5)
Mia S.

I eat dairy and I have had some good vegan ice cream, but I would not recommend this place to a dairy-consuming friend. When I went, I was told I should try 'everything but the kitchen sink'. Maybe I should have gone for something else, but I was convinced. It contained a massive amount of old-tasting vegan baked goods. I couldn't finish it. The staff was very friendly, you can get oodles of free samples, but I'd still opt for real ice cream if I wasn't a vegan...
(2)
Stella M.

Not just for vegans! This place is seriously amazing. Creative flavors, incredibly creamy, and even (sorta) good for you! Vegans know how hard it is to find really good ice cream. This place does it right, and pleases non-vegans too! I visited the JP location and brought a friend. I had one of their amazing sundaes with Thai chili peanut ice cream and fudge sauce while he had dark and stormy flavor. Both were so delicious and their espresso is quite good too. The JP location only has a few tables but turnover is fairly quick or you can take it with you. The staff is quite nice and they will give you samples of whatever you'd like. You can also purchase pints to take home. This place is a a real treat, I can't wait to go back!
(5)
L F.

Just when I moved out of the Allston area... FoMu had to open. But man am I glad I finally made it to their store, I haven't had such a satisfying ice cream experience in a long time =) I got the Bourbon Maple Walnut and the Cardamom Pistachio, topped by "Fo Cream" (coconut based). My date had the Peanut Butter topped with Taza chocolate covered nuts. All three flavors were delicious and I also loved the whipped cream (I don't have it too often, I'm too lazy to make it myself =P). Good to know: besides regular hard ice cream, they also have frappes, soft serve, smoothies, coffee I think, and there is a bathroom. Also, their website is very useful and has some more info regarding ingredients and stuff, if you are interested. Pros: - no dairy. all the taste. - no dairy. all the toppings. well, a lot more than the non-dairy selection at the regular ice cream parlor anyways. - super friendly. - Taza. Gotta love me some Taza. - You can buy pints of the stuff and take it home. Sounds dangerous. - Gluten-free options, even a gluten-free cone! - Looks like they thought about making environmentally-friendly choices. Like. Cons: - none that I can think of. - well, I wish it was closer to my house, or I wish they would deliver or something... Bottom line: I want to go back right now. Gone are the days where I half-heartedly lick around a mediocre lemon sorbet while my dairy-loving friends are scarfing down rocky-road-peanut-butter-cup-bedazzled-marshmallowÂ-studded-dark-chocolate ice cream.
(5)
Gene L.

I was pleasantly surprised after going here. I can't remember which I ended up getting after trying a bunch. I'm generally not a fan of alternative ice creams, but I thought the coconut in this case really added a sharpness to the flavor that I really enjoyed.
(5)
Em C.

My two pals and I needed time to kill before our program began later in the afternoon. We decided to explore the neighborhood since we were from cali. We came across Fomu's and...my hipster friends love these type of joints. Mom and pop joints i guess you could say. None the less, came here two days in a row--one with my two friends then the next day brought in 15 other people from all over the states. Quite impressed with the decor, exotic taste, and best of all the SERVICE! I'd have to say the service swept me off my feet. First day, tried some ice cream flavors but just got the smoothie instead. Usually they give you these annoyed dirty looks when you make them try all these flavors but end up getting something else, which is understandable, but this lady was profesh as ever. She was patient and super nice. - - Next day, bombarded them with 15 people on top of other customers rolling in. Not ONE stink face or annoyance was shown by the workers! I was impressed, coming from the serving world and serving that many people with everyone trying to "try" all different types of ice cream can get very impatient and annoying. But from those two workers, I WAS IMPRESSED! +4 stars! I must admit I was a little embarassed since my ignorant group loved standing in the way of the door blocking the entrance off but they never once looked annoyed or frustrated. Ok, you get where im going with this. A+ service! If Fomu's management reads this, you should totally reward them for carrying themselves in such a professional manner! Im glad I could tip them extra for their great service! +1 *on one note: dont get the smoothie with orange juice, it taste like flavored water.*
(5)
Dorothy K.

I am not vegan. I'm not even vegetarian. This. Ice cream. Is. Awwwwwesome. Please understand, I love dairy. I am also allergic to soy. And at first, I was a bit reluctant to try FoMu because I simply assumed that the ice cream would be soy-based. It turns out that they use a coconut base for the ice cream, which makes it RIDICULOUSLY DELICIOUS. It's thick, rich, creamy, sweet, and completely addicting. I had a double scoop sugar cone with SALTED CARAMEL ice cream and PEANUT BUTTER ice cream. WOW! This was also my first cone-- that's right, ice cream cones almost always have soy. Not the sugar cones at FoMu. So satisfying. But enough about the amazing awesome unbelievable ice cream. The atmosphere is also very nice. It is relaxing with a nice edge, and (like any good ice cream shop) family friendly. Location is great. I see myself getting dinner at Peace o' Pie, dessert at FoMu, and a drink at Deep Ellum. Great date night!
(5)
Martina R.

This place is amazing! I love ice cream and anything that resembles it (froyo, gelato...etc). I came here after a long walk on a hot day just wanting a sweet chilly refreshment, and ordered a medium (2 scoops) of coconut and salted caramel. It was definitely too much for me to eat alone thank goodness I had the handy FJ with me to help eat. The textures are different from ice cream, but not in a bad way. The coconut FoMu was very similar to any coconut based ice cream --- somewhere between ice cream and sorbet. The salted caramel was kind of gummy almost like you were chewing on caramels as you ate it. It didn't have much of the salt flavor, but I can forgive that because it was delicious. I have ridden past this place several times, and I might have to change my path so that I don't stop every day! Did I mention that there is no dairy!?!? There isn't! AMAZING! Oh and if you enjoy putting toppings on your delectable frozen treats they had some to choose from, including some pretty healthy choices (nuts and granola)
(5)
Andrea B.

Vegan or not, FoMu's ice cream is fantastic. I never would've guessed it wasn't actually dairy if it weren't for the reviews I read beforehand. And the flavors! Go to town sampling them before you order. The girl working behind the counter when I was there was incredibly nice and incredibly patient while I tried Cake Batter, Reverse Cookies and Cream, Salted Caramel, Peanut Butter, and Thai Chili Peanut, and then debated for a considerable time after that. All flavors sampled were as creamy and delicious as any dairy-based hard serve. Only complaint I had about some of them was the actual flavor being a tad too subtle- i.e. the peanut butter ice cream wasn't all that peanut buttery. But most of them were simply superb. Once you've finished sampling, get a sundae. Two scoops plus two toppings and whipped cream will run you $6.96, but portion sizes are generous so you definitely get your money's worth.
(4)
Victoria P.

Came here and got a scoop of the salted caramel and the espresso bean. I loved the idea of using coconut in the ice cream, but I was a bit disappointed. The coconut flavor is a bit overpowering that I can barely taste the actual flavor of the ice cream. I also found that both scoops were overly sweet. It wasn't bad, but I don't know if this ice cream is for me.
(3)
Jessica S.

There are so many amazing things about FoMu that I don't know where to begin. First, I don't give five star reviews easily, but this place easily earns each star. Secondly, let it be known that I am not vegan. I used to dabble in veganism, but it's just not my cup o' tea. So, praytell, why does an omnivore like me love FoMu so much? Well... Dairy doesn't like me, despite how much I love it. This can be a problem because I absolutely adore ice cream; so much so that is practically its own food group. Living in Brighton, I can walk to a number of places that serve ice cream, and I indulged in them plenty (and had the stomach aches afterwards to prove it) until I found my safe haven: FoMu. A vegan Yelper buddy of mine brought me to FoMu and I fell in love as soon as I walked in. The look of the place is unassuming yet pleasant. One would think that a vegan hotspot would look like an eclectic American-Apparel-meets-Urban-Outfitters-meets-a-ÂBurlap-Sack kind of store, but it is simple, attractive, and bright. Despite the fact that we arrived less than 5 minutes before closing time, they served us happily and struck up conversation with us that lasted way past closing. These people are great! They are also very knowledgeable about the ice cream: what the base is made of, what sweetener is used, which flavors have soy, gluten, nuts, and other allergens... they know it all! Now, the ice cream. It rocks my dairy-loving socks off. The mint-carob-chip was heavenly! I've had so many other dairy-free and/or coconut-based ice creams (both store-bought and hand-made) and this is by far the absolute best. It's creamy, not-too-sweet, and flavored perfectly. They have toppings, pints to go, and plenty of flavors to choose from. There are also other items on the menu, such as frappes, so you really can't get bored even if you tried. I can't say enough about FoMu other than this simple fact: I will be back again, and again, and again!
(5)
Pam Z.

The Peanut Butter flavor is to die for. As a diabetic, the low carb, low sugar value is unparalleled. Love it! Can't wait to try other flavors.
(5)
Sue H.

FoMu is an icy cool addition to Allston's developing vegan row. While I'm not going to be converting to veganism anytime soon (I am MEATLUVER4LYFE!), I can appreciate that FoMu offers a tasty alternative to typical dairy ice cream especially for those who are on dietary restrictions. The FoMu staff were super nice and helpful. I was immediately greeted upon my arrival and offered a variety of samples. I ended up going for the Cookies n' Cream, which I thought was pretty tasty. All of the ice cream here is coconut milk based and sweetened with agave. Out of the several different flavors I sampled, I could taste the coconut in all of them, so if you're not a fan of cocounut, you most likely won't like FoMu. Obviously there's not much they can do about that though and I'm not complaining -- I love coconut! Surprisingly, they don't have a coconut flavor but if they did, I'd totally order it. **HINT HINT** **WINK WINK** At the end of the day, I'm not sure if I'd go out of my way to go to FoMu again, but if I was in the area, which I normally am, I'd totally be down for some vegan ice cream. Allston doesn't have that many ice cream options anyways, so hooray for FoMu!
(4)
Dar M.

FoMu is a state of being, a lovely state of Vegan Ice Cream being-ness! Not only is this the BEST Vegan Ice Cream I've ever had, it is the BEST Ice Cream I have ever had in my life. My partner and I have eaten at both the Allston and Jamaica Plain locations. The quality of service and staff, the Ice Cream options, are consistent in both locations. So, first off, I know this is Vegan Ice Cream and that it is made with Coconut but if you are not a fan of Coconut or Veganism don't let either scare you away because the Ice Cream is THAT GOOD, it re-defines what non-dairy Ice Cream can taste like, look like, and be like. We have brought a lot of friends here, brought a few pints home (they also used to deliver), and sometimes, without telling people, we served them or bought them the Ice Cream without telling them it was Vegan and they were completely fooled (as well as in Love) by the Ice Cream they had. There are a lot of really great Vegan spots in the USA and my partner and I are "those Vegans" who go on vacation in search of Vegan foods, and FoMu is one of those places that you definitely make the trip to if you are visiting the area, and if I didn't live here I would mourn the loss of this food deeply. My favorite flavor is the Bourbon Maple Walnut and it's hard to try new flavors knowing how much of a dream (with the Hot Fudge) this flavor is. But there are so many great surprises, so many wonderful flavors to try, that adventure into new tastes and combinations is a necessity. Their soft serve is also wonderful and reminds me so much of my childhood, those summer days of soft-serve, soft cones, and chocolate shots (sprinkles) in NJ. I give FoMu my highest possible recommendation!
(5)
Kate G.

Do you hate coconut? Me too. BUT I LOVE FOMU! I loathe coconut - it looks ugly, it tastes weird, it feels weird on my tongue - it's HAIRY. Who likes HAIRY fruit? But honestly - the use of coconut milk in this ice cream is so eloquently done that it doesn't bother me at all - some real fine finesse of deliciousness. Every time my beau and I are in the neighborhood (or eating tacos at Lone Star) I save room for this place. My personal favorites are Bananas Foster and Black Raspberry, but it's honestly hard to miss the mark when you use fresh ingredients and take the time to mix them properly. Better than real mu.
(5)
Whitney L.

This place is a dream come true - exciting flavors of vegan ice cream handmade locally in small batches from coconut! One of the only vegan ice cream shops in the country next to one of the only vegan pizza places in the country - how perfect! FoMu has a great atmosphere - large, clean and well decorated. Modern with a small, local twist. The employees were really sweet, helpful and knowledgeable - seemed excited about what they were scooping out. They gave me samples of anything I wanted and it was really hard to pick, but ultimately I went with their recommendation. I got an ice cream sundae with Cookies & Cream and Peanut Butter with hot fudge, coconut whipped cream and mochi "marshmallows" - every bite was fantastic. Only problem was its size - wish I had shared it with someone! It cost just over $6, which I thought was reasonable given the supreme taste and quality. Also tried the Avocado (super creamy) and Salted Caramel (salty flavor explosion!) Will definitely go back and recommend it to everyone I know - so thrilled that it's there. Hope they get softserve at some point - that would be even more exciting!
(5)
Kristine A.

Holy yumminess. This is like a dream, but it isn't! It's real!! It's very exciting to have a dairy-free place w/ all kinds of flavors that are so totally delicious. I mean the vegan corner has grown which makes it super awesome although a hike to get to but so totally worth it. I shared a sundae w/ a friend but I could so easily eat it all myself. I tried so many flavors that it was hard to pick but I intends to go back & try some more. They do smoothies & various dairy-free milk shakes & have tasty baked goods as well. Go, run, eat, now.
(5)
Michael C.

When I heard an all vegan ice cream / coffee shop was opening up in Allston, I was ecstatic and knew I had to try it the next time I was in the area. They did not disappoint! This was by far the best ice cream I've ever had... including my pre-gan days. I had tried their ice cream at Veggie Galaxy before they opened the shop, so I knew I was in for a treat. I got the espresso flavor as is, no extra toppings. So creamy and flavorful. I went with a very un-vegan dairy consuming friend that LOVED their ice cream. He got the cookies and creme flavor, and was still raving about it days after. The place is really nice inside, I dig the modern look. There were two girls working the counter, both very friendly and helpful. They have a few pastries and such from Veggie Galaxy for sale, which is awesome. Not a single complaint... well maybe that they were sold out of the salted caramel, but from what I hear about it, a sell out of that flavor is understandable! I hope the next time I pop in, I'll get to try it out.
(5)
Mindy R.

I drive by FoMu (literally) AT LEAST 4 times every single day. I finally made the leap today to jump in and try "alternative ice cream"...THANK GOODNESS I DID! I'm not vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, nut free...or anything that would require me to eat alternative ice cream - but the flavors on their board are always so enticing! I went in & on a whim ordered a Dark & Stormy. I got a medium, and it was BIG! At first I was like "hmmm yeah IDK this is really big!" and after about 3 bites i was like "AHH! THIS SHOULD BE BIGGER BECAUSE ITS SO YUMMY" I'm actually writing this review as I eat my FoMu on my bed in my air conditioned room on this 100 degree day...I had to run home & yelp before I even finished it was that yummy! There are SO many other delicious sounding flavors there just waiting for me to try them and they are very reasonably priced for the quality and quantity that you get. I will definitely be back very very soon - and I'm recommending it to everyone I know!
(5)
Sophie C.

I'd like to title this review, "Non-Vegans Need Not Flee In Terror!" I am not FoMu's target audience. I LOVE cheese and I ADORE ice cream. I used to eat a pint of Haagen Daz every day in my senior year of high school. I wasn't even stressed out - I ate it because it was delicious. That said, FoMu was fantastic. My favorite flavor (after obnoxiously trying 5) was Honey Lavender, and I got chocolate on top. The coconut milk texture was actually wonderful. Perhaps vegans aren't all crazy after all! A rare 5 star rating from me. Bonus: they serve excellent coffee and espresso here too. If it's evening, ask for a decaf americano. :)
(5)
Elaine C.

Awesome place for your alternative ice cream need. This is one of the last places I visited before I moved from Boston to Philly. Once I had their ice cream, I regretted not visiting earlier! The staff are friendly and let you taste test different flavors. When I wanted to be adventurous and try the mango chipotle flavor without tasting, the girl behind the counter made sure I had a taste before committing to an entire scoop. It was delicious with a mild kick of heat. I also splurge and has the avocado ice cream! The avocado was amazing. It was subtly sweet and full of flavor. The next time I stop by Boston, I will make the time to stop by (maybe the JP location)!
(4)
Steven R.

FoMu is great. They have a nice selection of flavors.. the ice cream itself is delicious. Primarily coconut based.. you can hardly tell that it's not real ice cream. I would highly recommend the salted caramel. The staff is always friendly and helpful in regards to choosing the flavor you want to get. All and all, I would highly recommend FoMu's ice cream. I cant speak to their other offerings. They also have gluten free toppings as a bonus.
(4)
LAURA K.

Oh how happy I was to find this place! I don't care if it was 20 degrees and snowing outside. We wanted Ice cream! They have a great selection. Most are made with coconut milk, but a few are made with almond/cashew. I preferred the nuts as opposed to coconut. But I sampled quite a few different flavors and had a hard time making a choice. They also sell donuts and cinnamon rolls. All vegan. I took some of those to go and they were delicious! Cinnamon roll was a bit dry, but a quick nuke in the microwave and it was awesone!
(5)
Charlotte M.

Nomnomnomnom. Very cute, very yummy. Love the chocolate ice cream. They have lots of other interesting flavors. Everyone I know loves the salted caramel. If I lived anywhere near this place, I would go more often!
(5)
Bob J.

Walked 3 (admittedly scenic) miles to get here and so worth it. Got the salted caramel on a cone. It was really creamy, and I liked it, but there was quite a strong coconut flavor that might not be for everyone, so definitely get samples of whatever you want to buy. There's a small seating area in front, as well as a bench in the back. Would definitely come back, I need to try more of their yummy ice cream!
(5)
Jack M.

We went here for coffee. Sign out front said coffee. We should have known when ordering a Macciato and asked if we wanted "Almond or soy milk?" that we were in trouble. It's a hipster vegan coffee-"ice cream" place. Sure, if that's what you want/need/think you need, then have at it. The macchiato was in a shot glass. Tiny. And disgusting. Like, the worst coffee-related drink I've ever had. We promptly left this haven of hipsters and found a Starbucks.
(1)
JJ W.

Good vegan ice cream. Tried the Chocolate pudding and Cardamon Pistachio both very good. The woman behind the counter was very nice, and helpful offering samples and engaging in happy small talk.
(4)
Amanda B.

FINALLY a vegan "ice cream" place in the Allston/Brighton area. Not only is it in a great location but the ice cream is unbelievably delicious. We checked it out for the first time tonight and was certainly pleasantly surprised. As someone who is extremely lactose intolerant I have tried many alternatives to ice cream and nothing comes close to this place. Not to mention the fact that I can enjoy a variety of toppings from hot fudge to "whipped cream" to mochi and many more. There are a variety of flavors to please every palette. We had the hard ice cream in cookies and cream, peanut butter and pistachio and all were very tasty. The shop advertises that soft serve is in the works and we are looking forward to trying that too. In addition to the frozen treats they have coffee, tea, baked goods and chocolate available. Overall a great place, in a terrific location with a fabulous ice cream alternative!
(5)
Joel C.

This place is incredible. Tons of amazing vegan ice cream options. I got the Bourbon Maple Walnut and it may have been the best ice cream I have ever had. So incredibly delicious. I also tried the Thai Chili Peanut ice cream which was delectable as well. The prices were definitely fair as well. I expected to pay more from a specialty shop like this but was pleasantly surprised at the agreeable prices. The shop itself is neatly decorated and has a very modern/hip feel to it which was nice and comfortable. The young woman at the counter was pleasant and very helpful. She let me and my group of friends try many different ice cream flavors and helpfully offered suggestions when needed. I'll definitely be back whenever I am in Boston and encourage anyone else who is looking for some non-dairy ice cream to do the same. Good job FoMu folks!
(5)
Katharine P.

Soooooooo goooooood!!!! Would NEVER know it's not made with milk. Some are coconut milk, etc. The salted caramel is to die for. Most are. They will let you try everything with no attitude. You can buy a little carton to go too.
(5)
Truth S.

amazing! guys are the best :) what a great young couple that owns this place and what great product!!!! lovely staff that is always friendly and engaging with me, even though i'm 20 yrs older they treat me like the kid i am and its wonderful! now the vegan ice cream is to die for and i used to manage a baskin robbins back in the day so iv had my share of ice cream but this stuff is amazing quality and has no dairy so your stomach wont hurt and no imbarrasment on a date if ya know what i mean;) love u guys keep up the good work! try the cherry ameretto, with chocolate! mmmm vegan almond based fudge!!!! did someone say extra scoop please :) aaahhhh heaven in allston :)
(5)
Lesley N.

Still love this place, but I wanted to share one thing... FoMu.......Faux Moo??? I GET IT!! I FINALLY GET IT!!!!
(5)
Liri K.

I love it so much! But the beauty of it is that my non vegan friends love it just as much! I brought the pumpkin spice for Thanksgiving and everyone went crazy for it. I brought the coconut with Taza Chocolate nibs and the cookie dough to a birthday dinner- same success.
(5)
Marya M.

I went to FoMu for the first time this past week and was so delighted by what I found. As a person who has sensitivities to dairy and gluten, it was heaven-sent. In addition to a wide variety of coconut-based ice cream flavors (such as "Dark and Stormy" and "Thai Chili Peanut"), they offer gluten-free ice cream cones and cookie toppings. They also offer soft-serve coconut-based ice cream -- something that I didn't know existed. I should also throw in there that they have milkshakes/frappes, smoothies, and pints of ice cream and ice cream cakes that you can take home. (I even saw one ice cream cake that was gluten free.) The staff is also very generous -- they let my husband and me sample several flavors, as well as their agave-based gummy bears. While I could still taste the coconut flavor in their Honey Lavender and Strawberry flavors, I didn't find this in some of the other flavors I tried. Their Salted Caramel and Dark & Stormy flavors are phenomenal. They're not just good for coconut ice cream -- they are good for any type of ice cream period. Additionally, I tried their Thai Chili Peanut. While I'm not a huge peanut person, the flavors were incredible in this as well -- very peanut buttery with a bit of heat at the end. Very interesting stuff. From a culinary-standpoint, these people know what they are doing. I would recommend this place to anyone, whether or not you eat dairy.
(4)
Mel M.

Nice spot. Great sugar cones! Love the strawberry and mint chocolate chip ice cream! They also had a great music playlist!
(5)
Stephanie B.

Delicious, dairy-free dreamland! Try the salted caramel with mochi on top. The place is totally cute, great customer service (the people who work there are super nice and will let you try everrrryything and they don't even seem annoyed), creative flavors made with high-quality ingredients. They also have espresso and lattes which I haven't tried yet. I'm excited they offer this so I can visit FoMu and not always experience a sugar rush!
(5)
Sandee L.

Calling all the vegans or lactose-intolerant folk! FoMu makes all their ice creams with a coconut milk, so it's tummy friendly for almost everyone. They have really unique flavors like Thai peanut, cardamom pistachio and avocado. It was freezing outside, but we still wanted to try so we split a small. Yes, we were a bit boring and got the salted caramel, but it's right up there with the other great salted caramels I've had that are laced with tons of cream. I could taste the coconut base, but it just made it all the more flavorful. They were a little skimpy with the samples. The guy didn't say no to our request, but asked if we were sharing a sample. We're roomies, but not swapping spit close!
(4)
Stacy S.

OMG!!!! Fomu why haven't I tried you before??? I've been buying So delicious coconut based ice cream. Fomu BLOWS it away! I tried about 6 flavors since it wasn't busy when my friend and I walked in. We are both lactose intolerant and I am gluten sensitive, and this place is heaven!!! I had a large cup of the pistachio and raspberry crumble...I had to take home a pint of each. My husband can eat regular ice cream and loves the Fomu alternative ice cream. Now I'll have to get an extra pint and hide it in the freezer! If you haven't tried Fomu try it, you will LOVE it!
(5)
Williana S.

Banoffee!
(4)
Stina W.

Nice decor, friendly counter people, clean bathroom, wide variety of favors, allergy information is clear and stated, very high quality ingredients. Vegan soft serve. Vegan SOFT SERVE! Which was delicious. Also they have regular vegan ice cream in about 15 flavors. I tried the swirl peanut butter/chocolate soft serve which was perfect. Salted caramel which did not taste coconut at all, with chocolate fudge and coconut whip. The hot fudge was very rich and strong so my husband loved it. I thought it was good, but in the future I won't ask for extra. The whip was very strong coconut which was good, but might not be for everyone. The ice cream was very good, not greasy tasting like some others I've tried. And very creamy textured. For a pretty big ice cream, it cost me $6 with toppings and tax. And for a giant huge soft serve cone, it was about $6. Well worth a trip.
(5)
Marissa D.

Three sacred words: VEGAN SOFT SERVE. This place is a gift from the heavens. I always wish for a dollar each time someone asks me where I get my protein, but now that wish has been fulfilled. VEGAN SOFT SERVE. All kidding aside (I eat enough kale, lentils, chickpeas and whole foods to balance out even a nightly FoMu trip, not that I'm advocating adding that to my diet), this place is incredible. It's a great addition to the little vegan strip on Cambridge Street. We frequent Peace O' Pie, Grasshopper is practically a vegan institution, and my husband loves the seitan sandwich at Deep Ellum. There's even a vegan taco at All-Star Taco Bar. Allston, what gives? Anyway, FoMu has amazing options for hard ice creams. Most are coconut based, but some are nut based. They indicate quite clearly on their menu which flavors are based on which, and if there are any potential allergens. Some flavors the night we were there included: Salted caramel (First of all, vegan caramel. Hold the phone. Second of all, Salted. Caramel. Ice cream.) The also had mint carob chip, avocado, carrot cake thai peanut, and a personal childhood favorite- black raspberry. They have plenty of the classics, too. Toppings review: Basically, if you dream it, it's there. Mochi bits, agave-sweetened gummie bears, dark chocolate chunks, certified vegan jimmies (rainbow and chocolate), coconut 'marshmallow' creme, nuts, fudge, caramel sauce, etc. My husband got the salted caramel topped with certified vegan rainbow jimmies. It was incredibly savory and had a strong, buttery caramel flavor. It had little bits of irresistible caramel mixed in, and I tried to snag a few without making it too obvious that I was fishing for the good stuff. Back to the softserve: The night we went, the flavors were chocolate and peanut butter or twist. TWIST! I got mine in a cake cone topped with chocolate jimmies. The cones are all gluten free. Unlike most twists where the flavors meld into one indistinguishable glob, I could taste distinct stripes of chocolate and rich peanut butter. It was smooth and perfectly 'twisted' at the top- just as I remembered cones of the past being. The jimmies tasted of dark chocolate tidbits, and the cone was light and just sweet enough. Sizing was very generous, and pricing was on target with other local dairy (read: cow's milk/cruelty based) ice cream parlors in the area such as JP Licks, etc. They do charge $.25 extra for a cone, and toppings are $1.00 extra for dry, $1.50 for wet. A little steep, but the toppings are quality. They also have pastries from Veggie Galaxy, MEM tea and milkshakes and sundaes. Anyway, if I haven't convinced you, I've at least made myself hungry again. I know I'll be back for more.
(5)
Emily T.

I eat FOMU everyday! Every flavor is delicious!!!! Better than any vegan ice cream I have ever had before. The staff is really nice and lets you try all of the flavors and the portions are huge! The creamery is also local which is awesome. The location is also very clean and attractive. Being next to two vegetarian restaurants is also quite convenient for me.
(5)
Nicole P.

SO GOOD!! I have a goal to try ALL OF THE FLAVORS! Because while I may like some better than others, I haven't DISliked anything yet. PLUS, vegan cones, toppings, and super nice staff! Flavors I've tried so far. Cherry Amaretto--really tasty; TONS of fresh cherries. Cake batter--good, but even pregan I didn't really 'get' cake batter. Why is it not vanilla? Pistachio Cardamom--really good, tons of pistachio (would like more cardamom flavor, but my tongue could have just been numb). CHOCOLATE/PEANUT BUTTER SWIRL SOFT SERVE. OMFG. BEST THING EVER!! The texture is PERFECTION! (I mean, seriously, look at the gratuitous use of caps locks--you think that I get this excited about everything?!) I'm tempted to forsake my goal and only get this ice cream for ever, but I feel a duty to the Yelpers to soldier on through Peppermint Chip, Dark and Stormy, Salted Caramel... Mmm... I've just made myself really, really hungry. I can't state on how this tastes to someone who has eaten dairy in the last 2 years, but as someone who hasn't, it's like a sparkling beacon of hope. Or something.
(5)
Vegan Couple T.

This place rocks our vegan world! The consistent 5-star ratings for this place say it all. Worth the trip from anywhere in Boston. FoMu is part of a great phenomena that we like to call "The Vegan Strip" in Allston-Brighton. It's nestled in with two other great vegan restaurants on the same side of the street: Grasshopper and Peace O Pie- the only place in Massachusetts where vegans can eat any number of great hearty meals and walk 2 seconds down the street for a magical variety of vegan ice creams. The lactose intolerant and vegan people of the Boston area no longer have to sit at home sadly with a store bought pint of freezer burned soy-blech grossness. I challenge any non-vegan to go try this place- J.P. Licks isn't the only place to treat your friends to dessert! We needed a place like FoMu for a long time and now that we have it I don't know what we would do without it.
(5)
Stephen S.

I love ice cream, but would I love non-dairy ice cream? The place is definitely a little granola (loving the compostable wooden spoons that they use). At first, I looked at the menu prices and thought that they were a little high but then when I saw them loading up those little cups I realized they were giving you a lot of bang for that buck. I tasted a couple flavors and settled on the Bourbon Maple Walnut and Vanilla (didn't try this one, but asked for the guys recommendation after he led me the right way with the Bourbon Maple). The vanilla was a bit overwhelming but what I really liked about this place was the high-quality of ingredients going into the ice cream and toppings. The hot fudge was rich and chocolaty and I the "Fo Cream" whipped cream was thick and flavorful almost like adding another scoop of flavor as opposed to that tasteless, canned whip cream you get from so many places. I'll have to say, even though it's right down the street from JP Licks, I think I'd end up coming here more often if I lived in the neighborhood, I guess dairy ain't necessary to make a tasty frozen treat!
(4)
Jessica N.

OMG!!!!!! That is really all I can say about FoMu! It was simply amazing. The ice cream was so creamy and rich that I actually rode a bus three times to get here when I visited the city this past spring. It was amazing. It was so good that I was upset that I ordered toppings on it. Amazing! I would come back to Boston just to eat at FoMu!
(5)
Ally S.

This is what all vegan ice cream should taste like. I take it back -- this is what all ice cream period should taste like. Creamy, flavorful... the pumpkin spice tasted like actual pumpkin. The salted carmel is perfectly balanced. The hot fudge is fantastic (how can you go wrong with hot fudge). Some of the other flavors I tasted were a bit sweet for me, but I can't really complain, it's ice cream. Space was comfortable, the music was a little intense for my tastes, the person working was plenty patient enough with me as I tasted flavors and deliberated. I'll be back next time I'm in town.
(5)
Laura G.

FoMu rocks. I come from Denver where we have Sweet Action, which has a couple awesome vegan options everyday, but to be able to choose any flavor (well almost, I am allergic to gluten) is AWESOME. And it isn't wimpy ice cream, it is full flavored, thick, deliciousness. And, they label all the allergens! I hate being that person who has to ask about ingredients all the time. Thanks for making me feel a little normal while I stuff my face with junk food. It's all a girl really wants in life.
(5)
Alyssa J P.

Yes! Vegan ice cream in Boston again! The selection is huge, prices are not bad, and serving size is substantial. I will definitely be back again. :-D
(5)
Mandy E.

really cool place! i love the chalk boards and all the yummy flavors (some i've never even seen in "real" ice cream) the rugged raw bar and cherry amaretto are my favorites. the only negative is it's a bit pricy but that's a given because it's not a cream base. very awesome!
(5)
Eve L.

They need to re-name this little corner of Allston Vegan Village - it's now home to vegan Asian, vegan pizza, and vegan ice cream. And FoMu is a great addition to the neighborhood. Such interesting flavors (I had Banana's Foster and peanut butter my first trip there) and very well-done. Even my non- vegetarian spouse was impressed. I also want to specifically note that they are not only vegan by low-glycemic by using agave and organic raw sugar. Good stuff! And I am pleased to report that they seem to be flourishing and doing well.
(5)
Andrew M.

As others have mentioned, the synergy here with Peace O' Pie is fantastic. Once you open your mind to the idea that every flavor will have a coconut twist, you'll love whatever you try. For example, the idea of a coffee-coconut flavored ice cream doesn't appeal to me in the abstract, but that's not how I experienced FoMu's coffee flavor - it's just like a particularly rich and exciting bowl of coffee ice cream.
(5)
mike y.

YAY no lactaid !! great place !! great taste !! Great flavors.. I'll def get some when i'm in the neighborhood. cozy cafe too..haven't tried their espresso / lattes
(5)
Cait F.

I can't eat dairy, so this place is one of my favorite things about visiting my fiance in Allston. He's not big on sweets, but really likes the balance of sweetness to other flavors in ice cream here. We've tried several of the flavors and have liked every single one, even the spicy Thai peanut. I'm planning on trying one of the chocolate-packed ones the next time I visit. They use coconut- and almond- milk bases for the ice cream and have gluten-free flavor options. They also have coffee, vegan/ organic pastries, and smoothies too, but I haven't tried them yet- the ice cream is too good! Every time I pass by, there are people savoring the faux moo!
(5)
Harry H.

Dropped ~$12 for two large/3-scoop cups: mine was the mango habanero/ Thai chili peanut/banoffee pie (also tried nut-based cookie bar and an alcohol-infused toffee, neither of which floored me. The Banoffee pie, which was good, was by far the worst of the three; the mango habanero could've packed a bigger punch; the Thai chili peanut was perfectly done. Happy the co-diner didn't realize what "alternative ice cream" meant until after ordering, but wish the coconut-based epiphany wasn't noticed until after eating (I barely noticed in mine, but it did shine through a tad more in some flavors than others, which is why many vegan joints use cashew instead). Hope this joint lasts...
(4)
Kristin N.

I can eat ice cream again! Super clean, really friendly, totally delicious. We got a pint of the Frangelico Brownie to take home with us and it was less than $10. The flavors all sound amazing and the coconut base flavor was barely noticeable. I'm fairly certain I will be eating here every week.
(5)
Sebastian N.

I'm diggin' the dark and stormy ice cream. We'll be back for sure. Pretty darn good ice cream for being vegan.
(4)
chuck B.

Why are people always apologizing for being? "sad townies... happy hipsters..." said one reviewer. Thank God for hipster gentrification. Beats shit-city duncan donuts depressed street corners any day. Fresh energy brings in farmers' markets, small businesses, and unique places like Fomu that bring people to the neighborhood to spend $$$. And expose "townies" to new products not native to their, uh, towns. Allston especially still has cheaper options for people who want crap ice cream, coffee, lunch, etc. I LOVE FOMU'S ICE CREAM! I was scared to try it for a while, but when I did, WOW! tastes just like "real" ice cream. Great flavors, too. And the hipster kids who work there are so sweet! Yeah, it costs more than Friendly's. Quality costs money. I do get a bit annoyed hearing it called "Vegan," (though it is). It could just as easily be called Paleo, which is how I eat these days. And it's so awesome to have a treat like this available when I need one.
(5)
Natalie P.

Amazing vegan ice cream!! I sampled avocado, which was very tasty, but a bit subtle in flavor. So I went for salted caramel and chocolate chip cookie dough. I liked them both, especially chocolate chip cookie dough. Salted Caramel was more intense in flavor, but I think I could taste the coconut base a bit more than in the others - I didn't mind though. The texture of all three flavors was nice and creamy. I had my scoops in a sugar cone, which was not outstanding, but pretty good. All in all I highly recommend this place. Besides the usual flavors they have very creative ones. I can't wait to go back and try some more.
(4)
Melody W.

FoMu: I am absolutely in love with your Salted Caramel & Coffee & Donuts flavor! Vegan ice cream FTW. I heard about you from one of your fans when I had to pick him up right in front of your shop, and he raved about your Salted Caramel ice cream. After hearing this, I wanted to check it out. I came in today with a friend to check out your awesome ice cream shop. Your worker did an excellent job of giving us the heads up about what your tasty creation was made of (mostly coconut cream based), along with giving us suggestions of flavors to try. After the endless tasting, we both settled for Salted Caramel along with the second flavor of our own choosing (Chocolate for my friend, Coffee & Donuts for me). The Salted Caramel is absolutely divine! Since it is coconut cream in it, the flavor reminds me a lot of Girl Scout's Samoa/Caramel D'Lites cookies (which happens to be my favorite)! The Coffee & Donuts is the bomb (yummy bits of their homemade vegan donuts mixed into the coffee flavor)! Both flavors are so rich that you can hardly taste the coconut flavor in there (this is for those who may have a distaste for anything overwhelmingly coconut in their food). I remembered before we paid for our ice cream, one of your customers asked if FoMu does ice cream cakes. I overheard the part about how it was tricky to make vegan frosting. When you finally master that ice cream cake creation, I'd be sure to get one in the future!
(5)
Nicole M.

This place is amazing. The ice cream is great and the staff is always friendly and patient. This is a vegan must-see in Boston! Ask to try some samples before you place your order so you know what you like.
(5)
Jen T.

Dream come true to the vegan strip in Allston! Ever since I heard about this place, I've been back almost every week! The first time we came in here, there was a huge group ahead of us, but service was still awesome. The regular hard ice cream is coconut-based deliciousness! My favorite is to get a medium with half peanut butter and half bananas foster. Perfection! I also love the cardamom pistachio. I agree with at least one other reviewer that the cake batter doesn't taste cake batter-y, but everything else I have tried here has been PERFECT and delicious. I can't find anything to complain about. I also was able to try the soy soft serve, which is officially up and running! I had the pb/chocolate swirl and it was pure awesome. My non-vegan boyfriend shovels this stuff in gladly! There is none of the vegan pretentiousness here and the service is fast and friendly- no matter how long it takes you to decide which of their incredible flavors you want! I also noticed that they now have ready-packed pints in the cooler now :) Fomu really started strong and is getting better and better!
(5)
Michelle W.

I'm not vegan or vegetarian, but I do have a dairy allergy like whoa. I live a few minutes from fomu in Brighton, and it's become my go to place for sweet treats that won't make me ill. I love the cherry amaretto, my husband loves the dark and stormy. The avocado is delicious, as is the salted caramel. Their hot fudge is to die for! Dairy allergy or not, you'll love this place. It's a little pricey but generously sized.
(5)
Steve M.

Now they have Veggie Galaxy desserts!? This place is still the best!
(5)
Brad S.

I'm going to watch myself on this one, I have to remember I am in Boston and put it in context. It will be hard. Living in New York and once an employee at Lula's Sweet Apothecary, I am spoiled and demand a lot from ice cream. That said, this was really good. The scoops are on the larger side and the server wasn't annoyed by our sample requests... though she did mess up my sample--asked for Dark and Stormy, Chocolate Hazelnut, and a surprise; she gave Black Raspberry, Chocolate Hazelnut and (I forget what the surprise was). My own guilt about being too needy of a customer, I limit myself to 3 samples... but still, I wish I got the DS sample because I ended up ordering it and, while very good, was basically ginger ice cream. Creamy, spicy, and delicious, but I wanted something with a hearty base. I was a little lucky, as my friend got Cake Batter and it tasted like vanilla ice cream. The Black Raspberry was bold, but all the other flavors just need to be stronger. Really should be 3.5 stars, but I went with 3 because the flavors were a bit weak.
(3)
Jeff K.

Awesome! Its been years since I have had ice cream this good. I have been a vegan for several years and I went with several people who were not vegan and they loved it! If I lived in Boston, I would go there pretty often as it was very good. Also very accommodating for gluten free allergy. It was so good that I will see if they can ship the ice cream. I highly suggest for both vegans and non
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Brianne D.

I never ever ever want them to close, being lactose intolerant this place is a life saver!
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Melody N.

This place has delicious vegan ice cream. I think my husband had the lowest expectation because it was vegan and he thought it would taste 'healthy'. He was blown away by both the texture and the taste. He got reverse cookies and cream(I believe that's what the flavor name was, it was a limited flavor). He thought it was rich and creamy and we could not tell it had coconut milk as the base. I sampled a few flavors and they all seemed very interesting and creative. The ones I tried were cardamon pistachio, salted caramel, thai chili peanut, dark and stormy, and banoffie pie. The dark and stormy was a ginger and (rum?) flavor ice cream which I thought was delicious and I went with the staff recommendation of pairing it with strawberry ice cream. The combination went well and the strawberry ice cream had a lot of berries and flavor. Highly recommend and I would definitely come back!
(5)
Julia B.

O.M.G. I'm not an ice cream connoisseur in the sense that I don't often crave ice cream or sweets, but FoMu was EXCELLENT. I tried the Salted Caramel and will definitely go back the next time I have an urge for a sweet treat. It's also vegan.
(5)
Avigail C.

Absolute faaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaan!!!!!!! AHH! I love it!! I want to come back asap!
(5)
Mo W.

Ahhhh! This place rocks! I heard about it through facebook and I can't believe it- a vegan ice-cream parlor! I recently had to eschew dairy completely because my baby is lactose-intolerant so being a good mom, I had to think of other options. I was pretty much stuck with the grainy soy ice creams from WholeFoods or sorbets (tasty, but I missed the creamy stuff), What a pleasant surprise FoMu is! I went there late night and ordered the pistachio-cardamom after sampling a few others. It was so tasty!! The ice cream is creamy and consistent. I ordered a medium but couldn't finish it because the serving was so generous. It was great to have it again two nights later. The service is great (well, it was a late night on a week night). The server girl encouraged my over-the-top excitement and was generally talkative. My only beef is the location. The location is accessible but in the Allston vegan corner with lots of undergrads and a longish walk from the B line. But I guess that's the market that has lots of vegans. Way to go, FoMu!
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Becky S.

All of their flavors are so delicious! I am not one to usually ask for samples at places, but here they really make you feel like you can try as many as you want. I haven't tried anything other than the ice cream yet, but the espresso flavor tastes so good, I'm sure that I'd love the drinks too.
(5)
L. S.

I (an aspiring flexitarian) went here with my partner (a carnivorous-leaning omnivore) after seeing all of the great reviews on yelp. Do NOT let the fact that their ice cream is vegan stop you! I was just as happy here as I've been on most of my trips to JP Licks! We tried the vanilla and the bananas foster. The vanilla was good, but the bananas foster was stellar! They both had a subtle undertone of coconut, but it didn't conflict with either flavor, and we both like coconut anyway so it wasn't a problem. The hot fudge is pretty good, and there are a decent number of toppings to pick from too. The only thing that wasn't ideal was the whipped "cream". I was ok with it (and frankly would probably eat it again), but my partner described the texture as "plastic-y", which I must agree with. Not cheap, but no more expensive than most ice cream places in the area. Very tasty. I would highly recommend this to anyone, omnivore or dairy-free, unless they disliked coconut.
(5)
Jason L.

I never thought I'd say this about a place in Boston.. .. finally I have found vegan ice cream as good as NYC's Lula's!!!!!!!!!
(5)
MD X.

This place opened up just in time for the hot summer months in Brighton/Allston area! I've tried many different flavors and absolutely love them all. Workers are incredibly nice. And I met the owners who are just fabulous people. Huge supporter and will undoubtedly make them a routine pit stop for healthy treats. Besides, maybe I'll bump into Toby Maguire while I'm there! He's visited them a few times already and is a fan as well! \
(5)
Melissa L.

Creative (and delicious) flavors! Perfect texture! Good service! Great location! Hooray for FoMu! :)
(5)
Summer L.

Four stars because the employees are so nice. I didn't realize the ice cream was coconut based. I dislike the taste of coconut and couldn't finish it after a couple bites. If you like coconut then I'm sure you'll love it.
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Vijtibble A.

lactard finds new home. fomu has a bunch of unique tasty flavors that are made of coconut, a few more made of nuts, and softserve made of soy. some flavors are stronger than others, as coconut can be a bit powerful over some of the more subtle flavors, though i didn't taste coconut through any of them. this is ice cream science. and it's amazing. i sampled just about every flavor without so much as a sideways glance by the ice cream shop kids, who were very friendly and helpful. fomu is a godsend. they're doing right what jplicks can't seem to get it together on. yay for fomu!
(5)
Dana P.

Vegan Black Raspberry Ice Cream with Jimmies! It's a vegan dream come true! 100% vegan ice cream shop with basic (vanilla, chocolate, strawberry) and unique (VeggNog, Bourbon Maple Pecan, Salted Caramel) flavors, toppings, dips, frappes, sundaes, coffee and pints to go. The staff is super friendly and you can try as many samples as you like. The ice creams are rich and creamy. I think they're all coconut based, but none have a strong coconut-y flavor. Compostable cups and spoons (made out of bamboo). And, if you bring back your empty pint containers, they'll reuse them. A gem in Allston/Brighton!
(5)
Michelle R.

every flavor has been delicious. they have non-soy vegan options. everyone that works there is super nice, and they'll let you sample whatever you want without the normal sigh and eye roll that seems to accompany those sorts of things at some other places. and once you choose your flavor? they'll blow your mind some more, with SO MANY delicious vegan toppings. and the price? actually not ridiculous. you'd expect it to be unreasonable, kind of like everything at city feed in JP, but no. it's like they opened an awesome ice-cream place for vegans and didn't feel like making us all broke in the name of not eating animal products, and i love them for it.
(5)
Tim N.

This place is a dream come true for the lactose-challenged folks who still have a hankering for a pint of Ben and Jerry's. Unlike other ice cream places that may have one or two dairy-free options, Fo-Mu is just about 100% dairy free with everything from their ice cream flavors all the way down to their whipped cream. I haven't found anything quite like Fo-Mu in San Francisco, which means that this place is going to me my first and last stop on every one of my Boston trips in the foreseeable future.
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Nancy S.

This is not only the best vegan ice cream but among the best ice cream in the Boston area. The texture is rich and creamy and flavors are unique and tasty. I especially liked honey lavender, while my family loved the salted caramel and cake batter. Despite that coconut milk is generally more expensive per ounce than cows milk and their nut base is probably even more, FoMu is commendable for keeping prices in line with the high-end dairy-based ice cream stores in the region; even slightly lower than a couple. Portion sizes are generous and staff are happy to mix flavors and let customers sample as many as they want.
(5)
Robert F.

I came across this place the other day in an article and since I had to head to brookline I made the point to stop here for a little dessert before dinner. When you enter to your left you will see a reach in freezer where you can help yourselves to a pint of their flavors to take home and enjoy later -- very nice, plus if you return the container they discount the next purchase...there is a sign on the freezer door explaining this program. Just to your right you will see the counter. Abover the counter are a list of flavors. On the counter there are a couple signs offering sauces - rice mellow, chocolate/hot fudge and there are also dishes with other toppings - sprinkles, mochi, etc.... They offer tastings of any flavor - which is nice, one because you don't have to commit too quickly to a flavor, and the staff is very friendly and helpful - which is a positive. I tasted the dark and stormy - nice ginger flavor and I also tasted the thai peanut - mildly spicy and has peanut pieces - was explained that much less mild peanut flavor than the peanut butter option. I ended up selecting the salted caramel, based on a friends recommendation, and to switch things up I opted for Cardamom-Pistachio. Salty caramel was very soft and silky smooth. The Cardamom-Pistachio was much firmer with chunks of pistachios -- would have liked a much stronger pistachio flavor... I love chai and similar spices so I was hoping for an upfront cardamom. They have several dozen flavors - so there are lots to sample and lots of reason to return and try to find a new favorite. If you really like it you can purchase a pint - i really like that they have pre-packed pints - easy and convenient. I also knew before going that they sell a vegan donut - by sabertooth bakery, a one person operation based in JP who sells their baked goods via special order or at a few retail locations. They also offer a few different Veggie Galaxy treats - i saw a sticky bun, a taza brownie and one other item. There were also vegan, i think, cookies by a company based in newton according to the packaging - gingersnap was an option. I see that there may be a night where I start with Peace O' Pie slice and then grab a quick cup of FOMU and a pint for another night. Probably by the end of the month as the warm days start to fade...
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Jason A.

best non dairy ice cream in new england! go here. trust me.
(5)
James B.

Great flavor, I can't believe it's not dairy! SOoo... GOOD. I moved to NYC and this is one of the place I will truly miss.
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Celeste G.

I was visiting Boston this week as I now live in the Bay Area. I was really excited to hear about a vegan ice cream parlor opening up just down the street from where I was staying. I tried several flavors before settling on a sundae with mint/carob chip and salted caramel with hot fudge, coconut whipped cream and oreos. I just found it too be too much but maybe I made the wrong selection. My problem with the ice cream is that everything tastes overwhelmingly coconutty. Personally I prefer soy ice cream. I think this ice cream parlor would be even better if they offered different types of ice cream such as soy and almond to go with their coconut variety. If I was to go back I would stick with one flavor and get it on a cone, the sundae was just too many things and too much coconut flavor!
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Annabel J.

Just tried this tonight. I sampled the dark and stormy ice cream and the carrot cake- they were both amazing. I ended up ordering the green tea ice cream which was just OK and not the creamiest texture. My roommate got the cake batter flavor of the coconut milk based soft serve. The coconut flavor was really strong- it made it taste like coconut cake instead of cake batter flavor (I was totally fine with that because I love coconut and thought it was delicious) but if you aren't expecting the coconut milk flavor to be so strong you'll be surprised. The employees were super nice and helpful and all the crazy flavors make this place a top notch ice cream stop for me. I want to go back to try the avocado and the cardamom pistachio flavors!
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b l.

this is definitely a place that you would want to visit. it's a place that's nestled among other places so if you weren't looking for it, you would've just casually passed by. they are willing to give samples upon request, but we didnt want to OD on the sampling so two that we got after sampling was Banoffee (great flavor) and Avocado. the texture was definitely creamy like the best ice cream places but if you're allergic to dairy, and you've never had ice cream, or had ice cream that tasted bad in trying to replace the dairy aspect of ice cream, you will not be disappointed.
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Jill B.

Absolutely fantastic! Had the salted caramel... with chocolate fudge sauce almond based). So amazing to go somewhere and not worry about allergens in yummy food. I'll be back for sure!
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Clayton C.

FoMu is seriously the BEST ice cream I have ever had. My favorite is the peanut butter, but all of the flavors are awesome. The espresso bean is a close second favorite. It's about time that Boston offered a good non- dairy dessert option.
(5)
Sara F.

FoMu is the stuff dreams are made of. I went there for the first time yesterday and found myself reminiscing about the Dark and Stormy as I was falling asleep last night and anticipating which flavor I will have next time - it's that good. Very friendly, courteous staff offering generous sampling. This is a taste of heaven, and there aren't enough superlatives to describe how delicious the texture and spot-on flavors are. The honey lavender is just a beautiful experience on the palate. Thank you to whomever created this heavenly treat for us mere mortals. We are so lucky to have you
(5)
Stacey M.

The salted caramel ice cream is amazing! And to find out it has zero dairy or gluten and is coconut based ... It's a good thing we don't live nearby or I would be F. A. T.
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Katie B.

I LOVE Fomu. Suffering from allergies I find it hard to be sure of ice-cream parlours due to cross-contamination but the servers here are so helpful - willing to meticulously clean implements before scooping ice cream for me and they have a book of ingredients for each of their flavors. They let you try as many flavors as you want and the portion sizes are generous but best of all it is DELICIOUS! I do not have enough good things to say about Fomu - go and try it!
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Amanda M.

Since I am a vegetarian (who chooses vegan options whenever possible), I was beyond excited to see a vegan ice cream place open in Boston. Finally! I obviously had to stop in to try it out, and you guys. This is how to properly do a vegan place. The staff is super-friendly and knows their stuff. My friend and I got big smiles from both, and they are great about letting you sample flavors to figure out what you want. They were really attentive as well, even offering me a to-go bowl to go with my cone if I wanted, just in case I'm not a fast ice cream eater. (I am, so I declined, but the offer was still nice!) The decor lends a nice, relaxed atmosphere, with plenty of casual seating and muted tones. I was super happy to see that in addition to offering the vegan ice cream, they also have smoothie options, with multiple choices for vegan milk. Although I didn't get a smoothie, since I came in with my taste buds prepped for ice cream, I thought the names and flavor options available were creative and good ideas. There was one that combines strawberries with lemon sorbet and sparkling water for the more traditional and one called the Green Monster that involved avocado for the more adventurous. The topping options available are fairly varied with fruits, real vegan chocolate sprinkles, and even gelatin-free gummy bears! If I hadn't had my heart set on a cone, I would have been alllll over those gummy bears. They also have teas available, which was a nice surprise. Ok, so the ice cream! There are flavors available from your traditional to more creative. I went with salted caramel, since it's almost impossible to find vegan caramel generally, and I do love it so. There are three cone options available or a bowl. The ice cream is completely delicious! I've tried many many different vegan ice cream brands, and this by far surpassed them. I totally inhaled it. My omni friend told me it tastes "exactly like regular ice cream...delicious!" So non-veg*ns shouldn't be scared off. My small cone was $4, which I thought was completely fair. The owners make the ice cream themselves locally, and it's totally cruelty-free. That combined with the totally awesome staff behind the counter are going to make me hard-pressed not to stop there every day if this heat wave continues. Give them a chance! Try it out! It's not just every place in Boston that has super-friendly service, reasonable prices, and locally-sourced and made ingredients.
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Jeffrey M.

Absolutely incredibly delicious. As a lactose intolerant person, I thought my days of creamy, flavorful frozen treats were over. NOPE! Because now I've discovered FoMu. Just finished off pints of pumpkin spice and Apple cider donut. I'm just so happy right now.
(5)
D C.

Yum! We tried the avocado "ice cream," which was surprisingly yummy, as well as the cardamom pistachio, and the bananas foster. All had great, genuine ice cream texture (none of those irritating icicles faux-ice creams usually have). The bananas foster had lovely chunks of real banana in it, though the chocolate jimmies I got on top were a little overpowering in flavor.. Not sure what they're made of, they were vegan as well. The ice cream at FoMu (or at least the three flavors we tried) does have a strong coconut flavor from the coconut milk, so it's more like bananas foster & coconut, avocado & coconut, and so on.. So if you don't enjoy the flavor of coconut, it might not be for you. Luckily, I really do!
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Pete D.

The ice cream was super yummy. We tried both the cherry amaretto and banana foster plus whipped cream and fudge in a sundae and it was excellent. The lemon sorbet still needs some work, it tasted more like watered down slush than sorbet, but given how good the ice cream is, I'm sure they'll perfect the sorbet soon enough.
(5)
Andre S.

I had salted caramel ice cream with fudge, rainbow sprinkles, and a sugar cone. Absolutely delicious. A vegan dream and so good even dairy consumers will enjoy!
(5)
Sarah S.

This place is absolutely amazing! I had a great adventure here with Dex Ter from UNregular Radio for MassBytes. massbytes.com/2012/07/maâ€¦
(5)
Molly L.

FoMu is the best!! Coconutty, creamy, perfectly sweetened Vegan ice cream. I couldn't ask for more. Try the salted caramel and you won't regret it.
(5)
Jameson M.

Ice cream get's a 3.5/5. It's no Lula's (NYC), but it's good. A bit pricey though, even for specialty items. Really great customer service. Pretty big variety offered and a bunch of unusual flavors. Would love to see them do cashew based ice cream here as well.
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Robin C.

I am SO excited about this place. Vegan ice cream is hard to do well. Soy Delicious and Tofutti are okay....but they're too sweet, or not creamy enough. FoMu's ice cream is the best vegan ice cream I've ever had! The place is clean, has quick service, and lots of fun flavors for a place that just started up recently. I've tried their Salted Caramel which, to my tongue, should have been called Toasted Coconut. Either way, it was delicious, and the caramel added a velvety, thick texture. The Dark and Stormy was also very good. Also, the prices are comparable to any nice ice cream place. They could have tried to bump up the prices and capitalize on the fact that it's vegan, but they didn't, which I appreciate. They sell their ice cream in cartons, too! It will be a 10 minute walk from my apartment next Sept...and on my way home from work. This will be very good for their business, but very bad for my wallet and waistline. Try it!
(5)
Michelle L.

best non-dairy ice cream ever :) had nut-based peanut butter (with chocolate brownie chunks in it) and coconut-based cherry amaretto. yummy!!!
(5)
Nicole G.

Excellent dairy-free ice cream! And more choices than only soy. We had coconut vanilla (so creamy and delicious), and a few other flavors (also good). There are many gluten-free choices as well. I wish the ice cream didn't have agave in it; too high in fructose (maple syrup would be really good!), so this would be just an occasional treat. But, I really recommend it.
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N A.

I heard about this place on Chronicle and was pleased with it. My husband and I got the mint chocolate chip and it was very tasty. I am dairy free but he is not, and we both enjoyed it. I noticed that they also have gluten-free cones if you need them,as well as the regular types. I thought about going back for more after I finished my small, but I did resist. I would definitely go back again, and it is definitely worth a try.
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Danielle D.

My boyfriend and I went last night for opening night. He's vegan and I prefer non-dairy everything. We each LOVED ours (me = cake batter in sugarcone. Him = dark and stormy with chocolate jimmies in a waffle cone). I also tried the cardamon pistachio and bananas foster. Personally not a huge fan of the cardamon pistachio, but the bananas foster was really delicious if you are a fan of bananas! Cannot wait to go back and cannot wait to try the soft serve which they will be debuting in a few weeks! Welcome to the neighborhood!
(5)
Sarah W.

I feel like I have to review any place that caters to allergies... and this place is my #1 favorite place to go for a worry free snack. After getting a diagnosis of a milk intolerance the only thing I knew I'd miss was ice cream. So I tried soy based ice cream...nope can't eat that either. Left with icy coconut milk ice cream pints from whole foods, I figured that wast the best I could get. Until FoMu.....I swear the coconut milk ice cream at FoMu is even better than any dairy based ice cream I've ever had in my entire life. I scoff at ben and jerrys after trying FoMu. Some might say its because it doesn't make me sick or because I don't remember what real ice cream tastes like but....but I'm 99.99% sure its just because FoMu is freaking amazing. If they told me tomorrow I could eat dairy again... I'd still go to FoMu as my first choice. Its rich and creamy and even the pints stay rich and creamy in your freezer for days...if they stay around that long. Their black raspberry has replaced any craving I've ever had for purple cow frozen yogurt. I'm glad to see so many positive reviews because in brighton/allston places like this are rare, but oh so valuable to those with allergies or special diets! Seriously... even if you don't have an allergy or a special diet, go here, take your friends, take your family, buy 100 pints for your freezer, you won't regret it. Thank you FoMu for giving all of us dairy-free folks an amazing option that doesn't feel like a compromise!!!!!! Seriously. Go to FuMu now!!
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Jamie W.

Very good! They have some inventive flavors, and everything I have tried is quite tasty. It's premium stuff, so they prices are a bit higher than your average ice cream shop. The servings may appear small to the naked eye, but their products are so very filling. We usually share a sundae (I think it's around $6.50) are sometimes can't finish it even though it really doesn't look all that large. Give it a try and you'll see what I mean.
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Sasha A.

Really awesome ice cream! I've been here twice and each time has been really tasty. They have vegan donuts, cookies, espresso drinks, and other treats in addition to the ice cream which rules. They have a ton of interesting flavors too!
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Tara T.

Yum! Tastes just like regular ice cream, except vegan and locally-sourced so super eco-friendly. I tried the cherry amaretto and the honey lavender. I'm not a big fan of cherries, but the cherry amaretto was amazing. Huge chunks of cherries to be found within lovely, creamy ice cream. The honey lavender paled in comparison - not as flavorful, the taste of honey and lavender was very slight - but still quite good. Reasonably priced, and they certainly pack on the toppings high!
(4)
Alexandra B.

Better than "real" ice cream. Real needs to be redefined and FoMu is the definition. Nuff said.
(5)
Jessica P.

Wandered in here last night after dinner and drinks at Lone Star. It was kind of quiet, but the staff was nice. I had the Bourbon Maple Walnut and my partner in crime had the Coffee & Donuts. Coffee & Donuts! Why have I never seen this flavor before anywhere? It's such a great idea! The woman behind the counter pointed to the donuts that they use in the ice cream and I noticed that they were vegan. I'm always a bit skeptical of vegan baking, but they tasted great in the ice cream. Both ice creams were delicious - incredibly smooth and creamy. I could actually taste the Bourbon flavor in mine and it was excellent. Definitely some of the best ice cream I've had in Boston, and I'm picky and tend to think that Christina's in Inman Square is too icy. It wasn't until we walked out the door that we saw that the sign said Dairy-Free ice cream! Holy heck. I thought this was great ice cream when I was working under the assumption that it was made with milk - now I'm even more impressed! I'll definitely have to come back to try the other flavors - the Dark & Stormy certainly caught my eye.
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Michele C.

This is a great alternative to those with lactose sensitivity. It just opened up about 6 weeks ago. It's awesome that Allston is getting this quality of a cafe/ice cream pallor. I got cookies and cream and thought it was delicious. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is that it was a little on the "too sweet" side for me. That might not be fair since it was ice cream after all but I wish someone would invent ice cream that wasn't so sweet. They also offer amazing coffee (sorry can't remember the name) and other treats like mexican chocolate. It even has wifi. It's the kind of place where you could hang out for a couple of hours and who can resist the cute name!
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Erinn G.

We were lucky to walk by this place on our way to Peace O'Pie so I could plan my pizza consumption in anticipation of vegan ice cream. My anticipation was not in vain. FoMu is awesome. The flavors are a combo of interesting and unique (Thai Peanut, Cardamom Pistachio), and the usual (Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry). The ones we tried (Dark and Stormy, Cherry Amaretto, Cardamom Pistachio) were delicious, super flavorful, not overly sweet, lots of cherries and pistachios in those flavors; the ice 'cream' is actually *creamy* (which is rare for vegan ice creams, even coconut based ones like theirs). The folks working were friendly and helpful, offering samples and info. I'm so happy they're there and am now looking forward to indulging my ice cream cravings while I'm in town!
(5)
Latcho D.

first time eat vegan ice cream, i can tell they use the coconut milk to make it. i like it, it's very good, can't really tell they don't have dairy product in it =) taste much better than the lactose ice cream.
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B B.

The staff and owner were very friendly and informative and the ice cream was excellent! Tried the chocolate, peanut butter, cake batter, saffron, and salted caramel. They were all good, flavors were a little more subtle than I expected. Still great and would confidently recommend FoMu to vegans and non vegans!
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Glitter G.

So amazing! The people are kind and the ice cream has a unique flavor that is totally delicious. 10pm and hungry for something sweet? I'm definitely going to fÅmÅ«! It is definitely one of the few places in Allston that everyone should try!
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Christina K.

AMAAAAZING. I stopped by here after dinner at Roots and we all got the apple cider donut. I also got the cardamom-pistachio in a small cup. The small was more than enough - I almost couldn't finish, and I ALWAYS finish my food. It doesn't taste overly rich, but I guess it is because I was getting so full. The flavors are all amazing and innovative. I did find my apple cider donut flavor a little overkill after a while - too sweet. I wish I could have tried one of the ones that was already sold out. The staffer who helped us was very nice; she accommodated all our requests for samples. Love to come back!
(5)
Cara H.

I went for the first time a few weeks ago and FoMu did not disappoint. They have plenty of options, ranging from flavors to toppings and even specialty smoothies and drinks. Definitely one or the best frozen desserts I've had. My friend ordered the chocolate and it was rich and creamy like chocolate ice cream should taste like. I tried the avocado ice cream and was pleasantly surprised. It tasted mostly like coconut milk but the avocado added a nice light flavor to it. I would love to try again, just it is a bit on the expensive side.
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Ami P.

I promise you that you will not taste a difference, in fact I feel as if it was better than ice cream :)
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Cinthia K.

Awesome vegan ice cream place. Yes, vegan ice cream. I'm not sure why one would come to this place and expect to find regular ice cream here when their sign clearly states that they are an alternative ice cream place. Anyhow. They have a whole slew of different flavors and their ice creams are coconut milk based. I tried their cardamom pistachio flavor and I really enjoyed it. There were a bunch of flavors that I wanted to try out as well. Service could have been faster, but otherwise, a nice place to get some really yummy treats for those of you with restrictive diets.
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Thanh H.

Was walking down the street and saw this little ice cream shop. This place can easily be missed since it's a small place on a big street, and the store front is black. Anyhow, I was curious to what "alternate ice cream" was. I went in there, and found out they make their treats using coconut milk instead of cow's milk. I'm adventurous, but I also want to play it safe. I ordered a cookies and cream and the salted caramel. Yes, I"m a fatty. The cookies and cream doesn't taste as creamy as the normal ice cream version, but it's pretty good. The salted caramel is slightly on the salted side instead of the caramel side. Which is great. I can't stand ice cream that is way too sweet. Definitely worth another visit. The only drawback of the ice creams is that it's not creamy.
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Chenkai L.

I have never had vegan ice cream in my life and I have to say I am quite impressed. We tried a medium half lavender half salted caramel ice cream and got a surprisingly generous amount for a good price. The ice cream was very soft, doughy, and creamy to taste but did not leave a creamy milk aftertaste in your mouth like regular ice cream did. Though I would not prefer this ice cream over regular ice cream, it was delicious for ice cream made with no dairy products.
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Amanda F.

A few weeks ago, one of my oldest friends was in town from D.C. She's newly vegan, so our get-togethers usually involve vegan eats. We had just finished dinner next door at Grasshopper. (See my review from a few years ago. I'm not vegan or vegetarian, but I do enjoy Grasshopper) As we were leaving, my friend told us that she wanted some vegan ice cream. We all looked at her like she was crazy, but agreed to give it a try. FoMu's ice creams are coconut milk-based. I love, love, love coconut milk, and I put it in everything when I cook at home. When dining out, I figure there are 4 options: 1) Get a familiar item at a familiar restaurant. 2) Try something new and different at a familiar restaurant. 3) Get something familiar at a new restaurant. 4) Try something new at a new restaurant. I consider myself to be pretty adventurous, food-wise, so I like option 4. Once inside FoMu, I saw that they had Lavender ice cream. I gave it a try and really liked it. The coconut milk made it extra creamy. One of my friends got salted caramel ice cream, and another got as many flavors as the ice cream scooping employee could fit into a small cup. One of the flavors she got was Lemongrass. As I said before, I'm not a vegan or vegetarian, so I don't have any other vegan ice cream shops to compare it to, but I loved FoMu, and since that night., have recommended it to other vegan/vegetarian friends.
(4)
Ali S.

This is INCREDIBLE ice cream. I eat all kinds of ice cream and I would have still been wowed if it were the typical dairy-full variety. But this is also vegan! Omg, I'm so in love with this place. I also ordered the nutella brownie sundae... so freaking good.
(5)
Cassie W.

As someone who recently became health conscious, I made the mistake of trying a random brand at whole foods. I immediately swore off coconut milk ice cream resorting back to my lust for dairy and ice cream. That is until I discovered FoMu. Who knew coconut milk ice cream could be this good? Who knew ice cream could be this good??? This place is amazing and my tastebuds thanks me everytime I go here, my hips not as much. The staff are extremely helpful, they will let you try as many flavors as you want. The majority of their ice cream is coconut milk based and they usually have 3-4 nut based ice creams. I prefer to coconut milk as they are usually a little creamier. Their flavors aren't artificial. If you order the cherry amaretto, you get whole cherries in it! If you order the half baked you literally get chunks of all of their vegan based pastries mixed inside of it. The portions are also outrageous! I can never fit the lid on my container. Cherry Amaretto and Praline Spice are my favorites. You can never gone wrong with a scoop of these and the chocolate pudding flavor!
(5)
Olivia J.

All the ice cream flavors have a very very strong coconut taste. That's obvious given that the main ingredient of FoMu ice cream is coconut milk. But personally I found the coconut taste a bit too overwhelming. I tried a number of flavors, like Oreo, birthday cake, avocado, etc - but they all tasted like coconut to me lol. I don't think I'll be returning, there are too many other good ice cream places in this city.
(2)
Matt E.

Fomu is the best vegan Ice Cream I ever had. I gave it to my friends and they loved it. They could not believe it was not "Milk" Ice Cream! If you ever got try the banoffee pie Ice Cream you are one of the lucky one's!!
(5)
Nona N.

The future of ice cream is here! Idk whyyy coconut based ice cream isn't all the rage (you can't taste the coconut- it tastes JUST like ice cream w/o the allergies or sketchiness that comes from pasteurized dairy these days), but I hope this movement takes over the country. It might someday-- it won Best Ice Cream Boston this year. The girl working there was awesome (ahem FoMu owners- she worked yesterday around 4ish and she took customer service to another level). She let us try like 8 flavors without complaint (their menu is ridiculous so you prob would try that many too). And she was totally ok with me settling on "only" picking 4 flavors for my size small cup. Some ice cream places try to be nazis and limit you to two flavors, or worse, just one-- but whose fault is it when there are so many yummy ice cream concoctions to choose from, mine or the ice cream place's??! Hm?!! I thought so! And FoMu knows this so they let me have a field day. :-D Had to give her a tip and shout her and FoMu out on here for not being nazis giving me back that freedom that we are used to- the freedom to mash as many ice cream flavors into that little cup as we want!! Umerica!!! Ok. I'll tone it down. Anyways I ended up getting the avocado ice cream, sweet potato ice cream, roasted banana & peanut butter ice cream, and salted caramel ice cream. Yes some of them sound disgusting but they were all actually good. And if coconut is not your thing, they have nut based ice creams too. The whole place is dairy free and they have even more alternative options for their shakes & cafe stuff too.
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Carrie B.

An entire shop devoted to vegan ice cream? Yes, please! Most of the flavors are coconut-based, but a few are nut-based. All are labeled for whether they contain nuts and gluten. Flavor selection is wide and creative. A few of my favorites are cardamom pistachio, dark & stormy, and honey lavender, but the basics like chocolate, vanilla, and mint chip are good too. Let's be realistic though - although Fomu is among the best vegan ice cream I've had, the creaminess still doesn't approach that of real premium ice cream. Employees will happily give tastes of a few flavors, but PLEASE people - don't stand there sampling 5 flavors if there's a line behind you!
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Michelle J.

Very cool place. Most of their ice cream is coconut based, and actually very delicious. They do have unique flavors such as avocado and lavender, but I wasn't a fan of either. I especially liked the piÃ±a colada and the pb mud pie. I recommend trying the flavors first because they don't taste like the traditional ice cream flavors. My new favorite place to get ice cream, I love that it's dairy free! Only downside is that it is a hassle to find parking, only on street parallel parking.
(4)
Jin S.

Best. Place. Ever. Their coconut magic bar ice cream is soooooo delicious. Everyone behind the counter is super friendly and willing to scoop up +10 different tasting samples for you. One of my favorite places in Allston, hands down.
(5)
Alena G.

As a committed non-vegan, not-even-vegetarian, I was a little skeptical of this place when my vegan roommate dragged me here. I tried their banoffee ice cream and was skeptical no more. And then the cherry almond. And the apple spice. And the reverse cookies and cream... Regardless of what you get (all of it is delicious) - you must request gummy bears as a topping. They. Don't. Freeze. Magic!
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Scott G.

I'm not vegan, but I've been dating one for 4 years, and I'm no stranger to vegan dining (or cooking). With that said, FoMu is probably my favorite ice cream in Boston -- dairy or not. After a year living in Pennsylvania, my girlfriend and I returned to Boston for a few days last weekend. We were staying in Allston with a couple friends, and we couldn't resist the short walk to FoMu (when we were living in Boston, we frequented the JP location, so this was our first visit to the Allston shop). FoMu didn't dissapoint. I can't remember exactly what we ordered -- I had a coconut awesomeness thingy and some cookie dough, and the gf had something that was pretty yummy -- but it was awesome. The staff didn't seem to mind that we were as high as a kite and had a major munchie attack going on, and happily gave us a few samples. But bottom line is this: Forget that FoMu is vegan. It's not. It's just some damn good ice cream (that vegans can eat.)
(5)
Steve W.

Love this place. Always try something new. Staff are great with sampling and very friendly. I brought a vegan friend visiting from out of town. She's in love. She's definitely visiting again soon just to visit here again.
(5)
Katharine N.

This may sound a little odd, but I'm giving FoMu a 5 star rating, even though I only think their ice cream is ok. I REALLY enjoy their vegan baked goods (whoopie pies, magic bars, brownies, oh my). I also got one of their ice cream chipwiches once and it was to die for.
(5)
MaryGrace A.

In LOVE with this place. So far, I have tried the cookie dough ice cream, banana toffee nut cake, the strawberry shortcake smoothie with a banana added, and the blueberry pop tarts. All amazing! My favorite is the ice cream though because somehow they find a way to make it thick and creamy, even without dairy products. I have tried all kinds of vegan ice cream and this was by far the creamiest and best!
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Alyssa W.

very interesting concept. Coconut milk based ice cream. I tried the banaofee, banana toffee ice cream. Tasty!! My friend got the thai chilli peanut, which after a few spoon fulls, she said "it's the strangest thing, my mouth is hot and cold at the same time!" I tasted this and it was definately and interesting combo, sweet, cold, spicy kick at the end. Very unique. I tested the avacado and that is probably what i'll get next time. Perfect balance of avacado flavor and ice cream texture. Price is a bit high, but thats what you pay for something different :)
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A B.

This place is amazing. I got a sundae with magic bar ice cream, chocolate sauce and caramel and it was among the best ice cream sundaes I've ever had period, vegan or nonvegan. I go out of my way to go to FoMu anytime I'm around the Boston area.
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Lauren A.

Whenever I'm in the area I HAVE to go to FoMu. Great place to break your diet. My favorite flavor is cookies n cream and their hot fudge is amazing. Staff is always super friendly and patient when I ask to try almost every flavor! Can I live here? Love you FoMu.
(5)
Cliff U.

Excellent vegan ice-cream. Tried the peanut butter last time and loved it. Loses one star for expensive prices (but worth it!).
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Allison H.

I can't handle how good Fomu is. It's the ice cream I dream about. It's a MUST TRY. More delicious than its carnivorous equivalent, fomu's coconut-based ice cream is so smooth and creamy. Their huge flavor list has something for everyone - traditional pleasers (chocolate brownie is my favorite) as well as creative and refreshing flavors like avocado and pistachio cardamom. Unlike their less friendly competitors, the fomu staff are super generous, allowing you to choose multiple flavors for even small sizes ("that's why we have a tiny scoop!" -quote fomu hero). I love that I can enjoy so many delicious combos! Their seasonal drinks are also really creative and unique! The pumpkin latte is definitely worth a try - the pumpkin purÃ©e and spices blend perfectly with the coffee! The deserts look amazing too, but I've yet to try one...the ice cream is too tempting. I come here probably more than would be healthy for normal ice cream eating, but fomu always seems healthy to me. Om nom nom! I'm hooked.
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Jess M.

FoMu has really great ice-cream. FYI, in case you thought vegan desserts were healthier- they're not. At all. I prefer my ice-cream with milk so I prefer Christina's and Toscanni's, but I will admit that Fomu is still pretty good. On a side note, FoMu a perfect visual representation of the gentrification happening in Allston. Sad townies, happy hipsters.
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Tory S.

Holy yum! I'm a vegetarian trying to make the vegan jump and fomu is helping make that transition a lot easier! This is hands down the most delicious ice cream I've ever had - vegan or not! It's hard and creamy in all the right ways! The peanut butter and chocolate pudding are my faves! Chocolate pudding literally tastes like a fudgesicle! The chocolate jimmies are my favorite topping. .. they are thin and don't taste fake!
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Stephanie K.

All vegan, which means I could eat stuff! I had a small cookies and cream and it was delicious. The lady at the counter was helpful and let us sample flavors. The cups and utensils looked biodegradable so plus for that!
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Warren J.

Such delicious and creative flavors. They let you sample just about as many as you want so you know what you are in for. I had the disaronno cherry and she had the raspberry almond crumble. This just in...ALL ICE CREAM WAS COCONUT BASED! Awesome vegan place.
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Vanessa F.

I don't know why it took me so long to visit this place. I stopped in for a sundae recently, and it was absolutely incredible! The sundaes are a little pricey, but the portions are HUGE. I got espresso and salted caramel ice cream with hot fudge, sprinkles and whipped cream, and I've been wanting to go back ever since. If you're not a vegetarian or vegan, don't be put off by the idea of vegan ice cream. The flavors are rich and creative, and I have several carnivore friends who adore this place. Plus, it's located right next door to a couple of veg*n restaurants, so it's in a great location to top off a nice night out.
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Alex A.

This place is a joke, right? No, seriously. It has to be. Oh, you mean it isn't? Well, then... shit. Bottom line: anytime a place advertises itself as something-something-ICE CREAM, the "ice cream" bit is the only part I care about. Since "cream" is the operative term in "ice cream," however, the whole "alternative ice-cream" shtick is BS just based on the fact that despite the manner in which FoMu advertise themselves they don't actually serve ice cream. It's all some kind of coconut/soy/compost-based concoction that is actually difficult to eat. And oh, before everyone gets on my ass about how I just don't get it, and it's vegan, and I'm hatin', and I need to keep an open mind, and if you can't say anything nice... just stop. I am fully aware and respectful of the need for dairy-free options in frozen treats, and trust me: this place is subpar even by vegan standards. Every serving at FoMu has two flavors: tasteless or cloying, and there's no way to predict which you're going to get, like, oh, EVER. Even without the vegan byline the quality of product is very underwhelming here. On the other hand, the staff is very nice, and will do their absolute best to pick out a flavor that best suits to your taste. So, I guess, without my reservations, you may like it.
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Beth R.

Phenomenal vegan ice creams! I feel so lucky to have stumbled upon this place as my husband and I waited for takeout from a nearby restaurant. I enjoyed a scoop of the cashew-based chocolate with cinnamon. Outstanding! So creamy and the cinnamon gave the chocolate a boost. I also had a scoop of peanut butter with chocolate chips and it was also delish, but it was the chocolate that stood out for me the most. I tasted my husband's coconut-based Thai chili and it was a treat. A pleasant kick of spice complemented by coconut. Whether you are vegan or not, this place is worth a visit. Creative, delicious options. I can't wait to return and try the desserts.
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Abe F.

There really is nothing to complain about this place. The ice cream is delicious. The staff is extremely friendly. I couldn't compare it to actual ice cream because I haven't eaten it since I was very very young but the texture and consistency seems spot on. The flavors here are very unique as well as some of the toppings. Most of the ice creams are coconut based but they also have several nut based ones as well. They make Ice cream cakes too. Some are pre-made but you can also call in one and get it special with basically anything you want. They sell pints and again you can also have them do a half and half if you can't make up your mind. The baked goods there are also absolutely amazing and bursting with flavor. The coffee is perfect too. I have never had a frappe there but I think that will be next for me. Oh and they have ice cream sandwiches. The place overall is small but I never feel uncomfortable and the prices are high but I mean, it's vegan ice cream. Highly recommend for non-vegans to try
(5)
Veronica R.

I have a dairy allergy, so ice cream isn't really a thing for me these days. Thankfully, FoMu exists so I can get my ice cream fix without feeling like death afterwards or sacrificing flavor! I don't know how they do it. But their ice cream is delicious and decadent. Try their chocolate pudding, chocolate lovers will not regret it!!
(5)
Anthony S.

Love that they let you try all the flavors, great customer service!!!! The avacdo and green tea are a must and I always take some home for later
(4)
Vivian C.

Okay. I'm not a vegan. I'm not even a vegetarian. I'm an enthusiastic omnivore with a love of vegetables and carbs and dairy and sweets and... So, in other words, I have options. And I opted to try FoMu when I found myself in the neighborhood with a parking spot. It was the afternoon, so the place wasn't busy, and so I felt it was okay to ask for a sample... and another... and another... The fellow behind the counter was cool with it, which I sincerely appreciated. I did however feel bad about the collection of popsicle sticks I was quickly amassing. Many of the flavors were coconut-evident, which makes sense since they were afterall coconut based frozen concoctions. There were also three flavors made with a nut base listed on the side. I felt the nuts a bit soft in the cardamon pistachio, the cinnamon bun with its pieces of cake probably a bit too filling since I had just come from lunch, and so I went with a medium Salted Caramel, and Rice Honey Lavender, with the Cherry Amaretto probably a close second, for $4.98 after tax. The bamboo spoons were neat, but not very smooth to the mouth. I spotted mochi in the offering of toppings. And they have water on the side within convenient reach of customers. Three sets of seats by the window on each side of the door were neighbored by a high table for three, making for 12 seats in the front, and a cluster of seats and tables by the back, where there's also a bathroom available for the public to make use of. Bring back their reusable pint containers and get 50 cents off your next pint. This is a cool place, with cool treats, with cool workers. I'm glad I came, but since I have options and I am not personally crazy about the coconut tinted flavors, I'll probably go on to try some place else, but I'd also be willing to come back.
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Madeleine Q.

We got strawberry, avocado, salted caramel and chocolate chip. They were all so tasty. It tasted fresh and homemade as expected. However, it was too expensive and their portions are small. They also had hearty, homemade topping selections. While I would give a much higher rating for the quality of their products and service, I would have to downgrade my overall rating due to steep prices. I understand the base cost is much higher for their products than typical ice cream but I do not need to pay extra money for a fancy vegan ice cream.
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Katherine D.

Delicious chocolate brownie ice cream!! I'm so happy that they're is a vegan ice cream shop not too far from me. I've been going here almost every week this month ..it's just so good!! Can't wait to try more ice cream flavors this summer!
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Amanda C.

I stopped in shortly after FoMu opened for the first time, and have been back a handful of times. They have many flavors, and let you try as many as you like. The ice cream can be a little hit or miss - the cake batter tasted too strongly of coconut, the consistency on salted caramel wasn't what you would normally expect, but the cookies and cream is spot on. I also tried a seasonal "Samoas" ice cream which was AMAZING. This could also be them working out the kinks, since each time I've visited my selection got better. The location is not too great, as there is no parking out front and no parking lot, but I think it's worth the trip. I'll certainly be returning myself!
(4)
Sarah G.

A whole ice cream store with no real ice cream??? And by no ice cream I mean, no dairy?? hmmmmm I was definitely suspicious of this place, but I had heard from tons of people that the non-dairy ice cream craze was coming, and here it is I suppose! And I have to say, that my non-dairy ice cream flavored with lavender was amazing! They have honey flavored, avocado flavors, nuts, all the toppings you might want minus the dairy based ones like whipped cream, and it is just as pricey as other ice cream spots around, so why not give it a try? I really applaud them for making some many different types of ice cream flavors and making them all vegan! I will never ever be able to give up milk, but if you are in Allston and looking for a quick dessert like treat that won't make you fell overly full, then FoMu is for you. Their ice cream is light and smooth and if you choose your flavors wisely like we did, then it will taste even more refreshing than normal dairy based ice cream! It is like magic! And now I am sold on vegan friendly ice cream for at least sometimes :-)
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Cassandra B.

A vegan ice cream shop? Yes, please!!!!!! I had a sundae and my friend had a waffle cone and both were great. There are far too few vegan ice cream shops with waffle cones so FoMu automatically gets 4 stars! Salted caramel pecan is usually my favorite but I found FoMu's version a bit bland. It was like all the flavors were blended together into a smooth ice cream, versus having distinct flavors like a vanilla base with chunks of caramel and whole pecans. The avocado ice cream was very tasty and a very welcome change.
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Christa S.

I have moderate lactose intolerance (plus I just don't like to consume dairy all the time because it makes me all gross) so I was excited to see FoMu across the street from Replay'd, where I was getting my 3DS looked at. I had heard of FoMu in the past having great coconut milk-based ice cream and decided I would try it out. Service was super friendly. I just got a small chocolate cup to sample the quality (I'm a big fan of premium ice cream's texture) and I have to say that I'm hooked. I'd like to end up back here and buy a pint or two and definitely try some new flavors. The texture of the ice cream is definitely a lot better than J.P. Lick's dairy alternatives, which seem soft. My only qualm is that the location is a bit small.
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B.M S.

I'm not strictly dairy free but I try to be healthy and avoid it when I can. I'm into alternative and healthy deserts and often make them myself. I've had dairy free ice cream other places but I think this is my favorite. Got cookies and creme in a sugar cone and with sprinkles and it hit the spot. The staff was a little weird tbh but oh well. Seemed unprofessional but hey it's Allston. My boyfriend got the salty caramel and said it was "weird" and "gooey" texture wise. It's true, it's a little more...gelatinous, but I still like it. Id be interested to try the baked goods.
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Jason L.

Dairy-free ice cream. We had pistachio and cardamom, which with the coconut-based ice cream base, was simply stellar. Light, fluffy, nutty, and spicy. Delicious.
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Brittany O.

Trendy and unique versions of coconut milk ice cream. I can't tell the difference, and am obsessed with their coconut magic bar ice cream. I wish they would make it more often.
(4)
David C.

I don't need to qualify FoMu's ice cream by saying it's good for vegan hard serve because it's damn good, period. Get yourself a sundae topped with vegan hot fudge, candied nuts, and whipped "cream," and you'll be left wanting for nothing. That being said, FoMu really does deserve extra credit for making delicious frozen treats that even lactards can enjoy. I brought my dairy-allergic friend, and I don't think I've ever seen him so happy. After he took the first bite of his bourbon maple walnut and Taza rocky road sundae, his eyes basically rolled back in his head and stayed there until he scraped the bottom of the bowl (which, for $6.50, is pretty generously sized). And here's a list of the other flavors my friends and I sampled to whet your appetite: Cherry Amaretto, Cardamom Pistachio, Salted Caramel, Avocado (!), Thai Chili Peanut (!?), Reverse Cookies and Cream, and Peanut Butter Mud Pie. Some of the flavors were a touch grainy, but by and large, FoMu's offerings are consistently creamy and delicious. Go now, and go with friends who have no idea what FoMu's all about. When they're done licking their bowls clean, tell them what they just ate had no dairy whatsoever, and blow their f**kin minds.
(5)
Guillermo M.

Crazy flavors but all good, excellent option and you don't notice it is not made out of milk. Mango with habanero mmmm, avocado mmmm.
(4)
Jessica H.

They changed their name (it was NoMu which I like better than FoMu). I went to the opening night last night. It was good. I decided to get a fatty sundae with Dark n Stormy ice cream, Peppermint Chip ice cream, coconut whip cream (so good), gummie bears (too healthy tasting, I miss the sugar but glad they are vegan!), and hot fudge sundae. They are working on a caramel topping mmmmmm. It was good. My friend got an ice coffee and said it was very good. I tried it - nicely strong brewed. My other friend got a small blueberry or raspberry ice cream in a cup, it was good too. My other friend got the salted caramel, which I thought was good. They are also selling Veggie Galaxy brownies, muffins, and cookies. YAY! Cool collaboration. And yes they have a bathroom.
(5)
Katherine I.

Worthy of note vegan, gluten-free, coconut-based hard and soft "ice cream", and sorbets made naturally and locally with just the right amount of sweetener. I have no beef with Fomu, but I do have a suggestions for improvement. More intense flavors. Avocado should taste like avocado and less like coconut cream with avocado hinting. Mango lassi was heavy on the "milk" and light on mango and spices. I really wanted the lassi to contain rose water, cardamom, and a pinch of saffron for a more intense Indian/Pakistani flavor - as every food these cultures prepare is brightly seasoned. In summary, less gringo, more loco, then I'd drive the 30 min, pay the 2 tolls, and circle the block several times for parking.
(4)
Fussy J.

DELICIOUS! And dairy free! The salt caramel flavor was sooo good. The beer chocolate also great. I didn't like the Thai peanut so much. I think the nuts get soft and ruin the texture. I'm so glad the calories are not on the side of the pint!
(4)
Leanne C.

I've put off writing my review until I've had far too many flavors and consumed many a junky-calorie from this place. Favorite flavours: Cardamom Pistachio, Banoffee Pie, and Espresso Chip. Favorite "smoothie": Mango Lassi (but substitute the vanilla ice cream for mango habanero) The people who work at FoMu are awesome. The creative flavors and 100% vegan friendliness is also a super perk. All of these years, I've had to have to got-dumped-pity-parties ice cream free but no longer! Pints you can buy to take home are both a blessing and a curse. If you're on the fence and need a funky flavor refresher, check out the Affogato: a shot of espresso over a scoop of ice cream of your choice (Banoffee Pie or PB Cookies and Cream have been my favorite discoveries).
(5)
Danielle B.

Love love love. This is another glowing review for FoMu. It really is a lactose intolerance's dream. I came here for the second time and got a Nutella Brownie Sunday. Simply delicious and like others have said you don't need to be lactose intolerant to enjoy their ice cream! When it's good, it's good.
(5)
Charlotte S.

I hate ice cream and I love this place. I took my boyfriend here who cannot eat dairy and he has FoMu lined dreams now. The staff was super kind to us and they'll let you sample the whole menu if you asked, probably. We tried a whole bunch before ultimately deciding on the Magic Bar one for me and Cookie Dough for my beau. And I mean, I've gotten him Tofutti Cuties and stuff before but I've never seen him so happy! It's great! It is quite similar to ice cream but what I like about it is the texture - it's not as heavy as dairy based ice creams. I believe FoMu uses Coconut Milk as their base and guess what, tha's really good for your skin too. They are always changing up their menu, it seems, which is both exciting and disappointing when something goes that I've wanted to try. I also really appreciate that they sell their product by the pint too. FoMu was the star of a Sundae Making Party I had at my apartment when the weather started to turn for the better. if you're feeling adventurous, the Mango Habanero and Lemon Olive Oil are pretty good as well. FoMu is not just for vegans. This is a place where everyone can cool off, stay sweet, and be happy. For real.
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Kasun N.

From someone who is decidedly not Vegan, I was super impressed at how tasty their Ice Cream was. It's very filling, creamy and besides the fact that you can taste a hint of coconut milk, I wouldn't be able to tell if this didn't have dairy milk or not. Salted Caramel is by far my favorite flavor. When I went on a weekend they had one guy working the counter for a pretty large line, so it can be a bit of a longer wait, but more time to ponder what you'll be getting!
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Address : 481 Cambridge St
Allston, MA, 02134
Phone (617) 903-3276
Website https://www.fomuicecream.com
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Opening Hours

Mon :11:00 am - 11

Specialities

Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dessert
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Hipster
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : No
Caters : No

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