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Best Ice Cream in Sawtelle Japantown

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Penguin's Place Frozen Yogurt 7.7
South Los Angeles
Old-school, self-serve frozen yogurt with a loyal neighborhood following and plenty of toppings. Not a flashy concept, but reliably tangy yogurt and good portion value keep locals coming back.
Must-Try Dishes: Original Tart Froyo, Pomegranate Sorbet Swirl, House Toppings Mix
Scores:
Value: 8.5 Service: 7.4 Consistency: 7.9 Food Quality: 7.8 Atmosphere: 6.4 Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Neighborhood froyo classic with a build-your-own focus.
Who should go: Kids, families, and froyo traditionalists.
When to visit: Weeknight dessert runs for an easy in-and-out treat.
What to order: Original tart, a fruit sorbet swirl, and a crunchy topping layer.
Insider tip: Start with tart as a base, then add one richer swirl on top.

Hours

Monday11am - 10pm
Tuesday11am - 10pm
Wednesday11am - 10pm
Thursday11am - 10pm
Friday11am - 10pm
Saturday11am - 10pm
Sunday11am - 10pm