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Cafe Glace
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Cafe Glace
8.2
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Café Glacé is a Persian-influenced cafe where Crazy Fries and Special Fries sit alongside sandwiches, Persian tacos, and saffron ice cream. Students and neighborhood regulars drop in for oven-baked fries piled with mortadella, hot dogs, cheese, and sauce, then linger over milkshakes and coffee drinks.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crazy Fries, Special Fries, French Fries
Scores:
Value: 8.1
Service: 7.5
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 6.1
Cultural Relevance: 7.4
What makes it special: Persian-inspired cafe where loaded Crazy Fries share the menu with shakes, Persian tacos, and saffron ice cream.
Who should go: Students and friends wanting dessert and outrageous loaded fries.
When to visit: Evenings for fries, shakes, and a casual hang after class.
What to order: Crazy Fries, Special Fries, saffron ice cream or Café Glace shake.
Insider tip: Split an order of Crazy Fries and save room for a saffron ice cream or specialty shake.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered street parking along Westwood Blvd and surrounding side streets; generally manageable before 7pm but tighter late at night.
Dress code: Casual and student-friendly; anything from jeans and hoodies to relaxed streetwear fits in.
Noise level: Moderate — lively chatter and blender noise but still fine for casual conversation.
Weekend wait: 5–15 minutes depending on late-night rush patterns.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait; quick counter ordering with steady but fast-moving lines.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — several meat-free fry bowls, sandwiches, and sides.
Vegan options: Limited — some fries and basic sides may work, but sauces and toppings often contain dairy.
Gluten-free options: Partial — plain fries are workable, but loaded fries, breads, and many toppings include gluten.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Great for a fun, low-pressure meetup with casual fries, shakes, and playful toppings. Not ideal if you want quiet or upscale ambiance.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — it’s counter-service and walk-in only. Seating is first-come and usually turns over quickly.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes — kid-friendly dishes like fries, sandwiches, and shakes appeal to younger diners, though seating is casual and limited for large families.
Best For
Better for: Creative, Persian-influenced loaded fries and dessert combos you won’t find at standard fry or cafe spots.
Skip if: You want traditional French-style fries, quiet dining, or a full sit-down meal with larger entrée options.
Cafe Glace
8.0
Cafe Glace is a Persian-influenced café best known for its Persian pizza, sandwiches, and housemade desserts served in a casual counter-service setting with an expanded patio. It’s a popular choice for informal meals that blur the line between savory and sweet, especially for Westwood locals lingering over tea and ice cream.
Must-Try Dishes:
Persian pizza with beef and veggies, Gyro or kabob sandwich, Baklava with housemade ice cream
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8.2
Atmosphere: 6.1
Cultural Relevance: 7
What makes it special: Casual Persian café marrying Persian pizza, sandwiches, and desserts together.
Who should go: Casual diners craving Persian pizza and dessert in one stop.
When to visit: Late evenings for patio seating and relaxed dessert runs.
What to order: Persian pizza, kabob sandwich, baklava with a scoop of ice cream.
Insider tip: Pair a savory pizza with Persian ice cream instead of soft drinks.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking along Westwood Blvd and the adjacent residential blocks is usually available but can tighten after 7pm; no valet or dedicated lot.
Dress code: Completely casual—come as you are, from campus wear to relaxed evening attire.
Noise level: Moderate; indoor counter area can be lively, but the expanded patio offers easier conversation.
Weekend wait: Usually minimal; expect a 10–20 minute wait during peak dessert rush.
Weekday lunch: No wait for most of the day.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—Persian pizzas, salads, and several appetizers work well for vegetarians.
Vegan options: Limited—salads and a few sides can work, but most pizzas and sandwiches include cheese or yogurt-based sauces.
Gluten-free options: Limited—no dedicated gluten-free dough, but salads and select plates are workable.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for a casual meetup than a formal date. The patio is relaxed and easygoing, making it suitable for low-pressure hangs or dessert-focused dates.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—it's fully walk-in. Patio tables may fill late at night, but turnover stays quick.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes—children and teens fit in easily thanks to counter service, quick food, and familiar pizza options. No high chairs or formal kid amenities, but families use it comfortably.
Best For
Better for: Late-night Persian pizza and dessert combos, casual group snacking, and easy patio hangs without committing to a long sit-down meal.
Skip if: You want polished service, a full traditional Persian dinner, or gluten-free pizza options.