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| - If you haven't been to Rita's yet...the easiest way to put it is, you're missing out! Stop reading reviews and just go now, it's that good!
I'm not from the east coast so the first time we went to Rita's I wasn't sure what to expect. After checking out the menu online, I was actually a little hesitant to try it. The thought of combining italian/water ice and custard just seemed kind of weird. But being the type of person I am when it comes to food, especially treats, I had to head out and try it.
On our first visit, I ordered the Gelati with Wild Black Cherry and the custard twist. WOW! I'd never had anything like it! The ice not only has the perfect consistency, but the flavors are amazing. It even had small pieces of real fruit in it which just made it that much better. The custard was the best I have ever had. It was rich, creamy and full of flavor. Once you combine the custard with the ice, it's just so good! It's something that's hard to explain, you just have to try it for yourself. And if you're not into the two combined, the ice or the custard on their own are more than worth the visit.
Since our first visit during their opening week, we've been back every weekend besides one. Yes, I'm addicted and I'm not afraid to admit it! :P I've tried several flavors of the ice including the cream ice flavors they have on occasion. Some of my most notable favorites are the Wild Black Cherry, Banana, Mango-Orange and Iced Coffee. Even the 'regular ole' flavors like Florida-Orange and Cherry are spectacular and my son absolutely loves the Blue Raspberry and Cotton Candy. If you need a suggestion on what to try, I have to say Gelati. I've had one on each visit and I just can't stay away. Banana w/ twist, Root Beer Float w/ vanilla, Florida-Orange w/ vanilla, Cherry w/ twist and Iced Coffee w/ twist would be my recommendations depending on what flavors they have that day.
As you can probably tell, I friggin' love this place! I'm a huge fan of Luv-It but I would make the drive from my house (Durango & 95N) to Rita's first. Not only do they have the best product in my opinion, but their customer service is flat out exceptional! The owner has been there every time I've visited and any person who steps into that store feels welcome. He takes customer service to the next step and I commend him for that. Just last night when we were there, he even walked outside and took a picture for a couple sitting outside on their first visit to Rita's. My son had even dropped his entire cup of ice on one visit and he refused to let us pay for a new one. In less than a minute, my son had a new cup of ice and the floor was mopped. Beyond him, the employee's are extremely helpful, they smile, offer samples and the store is always spotless.
The one and only downfall to Rita's is the size of their store. There is only one bench outside and the inside leaves no room for seating. It's definitely not ideal to stand or sit outside on the curb to enjoy your treats. However, the quality product and the customer service they offer is top-notch and in my opinion, the seating can be looked past. I have nothing but good to say about Rita's and I will continue to visit and spread the word!
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