Welcome to Sampaguita Ice Cream
Sampaguita Ice Cream is a delightful gem nestled in Orlando’s Mills 50, celebrating the flavors of Southeast Asia. With an imaginative menu featuring unique offerings like Ube Cheesecake, Soy Sauce Butterscotch, and Jackfruit Chili Nut, each scoop promises a joyful adventure for your taste buds. The shop’s inviting ambiance combines playful decor with a warm, friendly atmosphere, making it a perfect spot for memorable gatherings. The staff's dedication to guiding customers through their exciting flavor journey adds a personal touch. Sampaguita Ice Cream is not just an ice cream shop; it’s a whimsical experience waiting to be savored.
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1233 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32803 Hotline:
Welcome to the delightful world of Sampaguita Ice Cream, a charming gem nestled in the heart of Mills 50, Orlando. This Filipino ice cream shop is not just a place to satisfy your sweet tooth; it's a culinary celebration that pays homage to the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia.
Located at 1233 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32803, Sampaguita Ice Cream invites visitors into a warm and friendly space where creativity meets tradition. The decor is playfully elegant, setting the perfect backdrop for an amazing flavor adventure.
Flavor Highlights
Sampaguita’s menu reads like a love letter to Filipino desserts. Each scoop is an exploration of bold and unique flavors:
- Ube Cheesecake: A fan favorite, this flavor has captivated guests with its creamy texture and vibrant color.
- Sampaguita: Infused with the fragrance of the iconic jasmine flower, this flavor offers a fascinating twist.
- Soy Sauce Butterscotch: An adventurous mix that combines sweet and savory notes, leading to an unexpectedly delightful experience.
- Banoffee Pie: A delicious homage to classic desserts, this flavor combines the essence of bananas and toffee, and has consistently won hearts.
- Buko Pandan: A nostalgic favorite that features the delightful notes of young coconut and pandan, transporting you straight to the Philippines.
Reviewers have heralded the Lunar Berry Sundae for its unique blend of flavors, while the Mango Peach Pie and Champorado tap into well-loved traditional flavors that resonate with patrons young and old. Each scoop is a storytelling experience, steeped in cultural nuances that make every visit to Sampaguita exciting.
The Experience
Stepping into Sampaguita Ice Cream, you are immediately enveloped by a buzz of laughter and joyful conversation. The staff members are as vibrant as the decor, known for their friendliness and willingness to guide newcomers through the extensive menu, ensuring every guest finds their perfect match.
Many patrons rave about the ice cream flight, an option that allows you to sample multiple flavors in one sitting. This is a must-try for those who crave variety and want to savor as many innovative flavors as possible. The space is spacious yet intimate, making it a perfect spot for families, friends, or even a romantic date night.
The Bottom Line
Sampaguita Ice Cream is more than just ice cream—it's an exploration of flavors that evokes nostalgia and joy. The combination of traditional Filipino elements with modern twists offers an exciting experience for anyone willing to step off the beaten path. With prices reflecting the high-quality ingredients and artistry in each scoop, many agree it's worth every penny. Whether you’re a local or visiting Orlando, a stop at Sampaguita is a sweet adventure not to be missed.
So why not indulge in a little magic today? Discover why so many ice cream lovers are returning time and again to Sampaguita Ice Cream—where every scoop tells a story.
Beautiful local shop. The Ube cheesecake flavor was to die for. I will be back for that. The staff were patient and nice. A little pricey but worth it!!
Sampaguita is an awesome ice cream shop and a great addition to Mills 50. It is consistently busy for a good reason - it's delicious. My favorite flavor is the Ube Latte and the Banoffee. The space and decor is gorgeous and it truly is a beautiful little shop. I highly recommend anyone into ice cream with an Asian flair try out this place.
Sampaguita isn't just an ice cream shop--it's a full-blown flavor adventure wrapped in whimsy and good vibes. A love letter to Southeast Asia in frozen form. The Flavors Let's start with the stars of the show: the flavors. Ube, pandan, keso, sampaguita, mango, champorado... it's a lineup that reads like a greatest hits album of Filipino and Southeast Asian treats. Some are bold soloists, others are paired with more familiar notes--like the soy sauce butterscotch, which might sound like a dare but tastes like pure genius. The umami from the soy meets the deep sweetness of caramel, and suddenly you're having a moment. The Vibe Even at 10:30 pm, the place was buzzing. The decor is playfully elegant, a perfect match for the imaginative menu. It's casual but charming, with just enough flair to feel like you've stepped into somewhere special. The Service The staff are absolute gems--patient, friendly, and more than happy to guide you through flavors before committing. Overall Sampaguita is a little scoop of magic, delivering something joyful and unexpected. My only complaint? I wish it were closer to home. Until then, I'll just keep dreaming of soy sauce butterscotch like a weirdo.
Love the ice cream flight! I usually love fruity flavors--The Sorbet is my go-to but tried Soy Sauce Butterscotch today as part of my flight and I may have to make it part of my rotation! Delicious unique ice cream
Love the space, good selection of unique ice cream flavors. I got the ube cheesecake and it was super tasty. Place is gorgeous inside and deceptively large, has a ton of seating and felt the pricing was fair. Definitely worth a visit.
Tried Sampaguita Ice Cream with the family around the downtown Orlando area. This establishment was definitely busy and a little tight at tine but service was quick. We tried the Ube latte, the soysauce butterscotch and the Keso Guava Cheesecake. Overall all flavors were good but the soysauce butterscotch was absolutely amazing! Hands down my favorite flavor in the line up of flavors. Besides the occasional tight surroundings it was definitely a great treat!
I'm loving the variety of flavors that Sampaguita offered and we sampled a bunch of them before settling on the Ube soft serve and the Buko Pandan. I wish I could give the 5 stars, but could not due to the actual samples that we tried. For example, the Soy Sauce Butterscotch (which peaked my interest) had much more of a butterscotch taste that overpowered the soy sauce flavor. Also, not loving the pairing of the two together, but it wasn't bad at all. The Guava Keso Cheesecake tasted very cheesy and very good, but the guava taste had maybe just a hint of guava, if any. And finally, the soft serve Ube tasted good, but could've been a little bit better with a stronger Ube flavor. Overall, the Buko Pandan was the real winner tonight. Would come back for this and maybe a couple of other flavors.
What a cute ice cream shop and popular to say the least! The halo halo brings back memories of my childhood and I love how it is made with ube ice cream. I love anything ube! The inside of the shop is clean with bright colors, and the staff are friendly and welcoming. Parking can be a little challenging since the lot is shared with other businesses. I will definitely be back!
The staff were very friendly. I ordered the Halo Halo and they asked if I wanted a non- dairy. I asked for the original version. I was not disappointed. I had not had a Halo Halo for 8 years and my last visit to Manila. I was taken right back. Very good. A bit messy but that is part of the fun. Also had two scoops of ice cream in our group. "Dad it was really good" was the reaction. Well worth it. Protip - park in the rear. But it can be tight.
Interesting flavors, friendly staff, cute decor - what more do you need from an ice cream shop? Prices are on the higher end but I'd consider this more luxury ice cream. Banoffee pie ice cream is good, I wish there were more inclusions. Soy butterscotch was also good, think salty butterscotch. Parking in the rear and a door to access from there.