Ace Frozen Yogurt / 626 Ice Cream, Arcadia CA

Wow- my brother told me about this place, and we showed up on a Tuesday (unfortunately closed) but we came back the next day and it was worth the wait.

Overall:

They have 6 flavors that rotate based on the freshness of produce. The soft serves are all made in-house and are delicious.

I really appreciated the attention to detail in every aspect. Waldo and Amber made it a point to make us feel at home, and even gave us some sample drinks! They are very passionate about their craft and it shows when talking about their soft serves! Definitely recommend it. The vibes here are throw back, chill and cozy.

Food:

I personally tried

Mango Calamansi (rotating out soon, for a Yuzu flavor)
Yakult
Hojicha
Lychee Strawberry

All of them were good, the toppings are unique and compliment the soft-serve to your liking with crunchy, tangy, sweet, or chewy.
I personally like my soft serve, yogurts with a major tang! So mango calamansi, and yakult swirl is my recommendation. I got haw flakes, plum powder and mochi to complete my round.

Enjoyed my time here, will definitely be back when I visit town!

626 Hospitality makes the best soft serve in town. You will come across flavors and textures you might not normally get in soft serve style but you should sample them all to see which one you gravitate towards. My kids loved it and are huge fans of this place now. We met a couple of the owners, Waldo and Amber. I love their positive attitude, passion, and they just genuinely come across and lovely people. They are so generous with their time and energy. Overall they are both really well spoken people who grew up in the SGV. Definitely will come back for more and plan on telling the whole town about this new spot.

Best Asian inspired soft serve place ever!

The vanilla and mango calamansi were amazing! I loved the suggestions Amber shared with us to add mochi and champoy gummies which went very well with the mango. Waldo and Amber were incredibly kind and welcoming and we got to try to vanilla, Hojicha, Yakult, mango and we honestly wish we got all 5

Would definitely recommend. This place is a vibe. They have a really nice shoutout to Ace yogurt which was a place I used to frequent in middle school. 11/10.

The ice cream here is pretty good. I got the black sugar vanilla and hojicha flavors, with some mochi, reese's, one powder thing (sorry, I forgot the name) as toppings. Pretty nice! The hojicha flavor is pretty strong in its tea taste, and the vanilla tasted the sweetest of the things I had. This place didn't emphasize too much sweetness in its ice cream (they even have a sign saying that), and so it's very good, if you don't like too much sweetness. I do prefer sweeter, so that's the only reason for the slightly lower score, but that's just me. The others who I went with liked this place way more, since they don't like things too sweet. Overall, pretty nice place, and I'm up for returning one day!

Everything about this place is so good. The soft serve is perfectly not too sweet and they have a great range of flavors and unique toppings. We’ll be back for sure.

Tasty soft serve made with fresh ingredients. All bursting with great flavors, not too sweet. Good and unusual toppings as well. The place is small-ish but cute. Super friendly service. Highly recommended.

This place is legit. It's clear so much thought and care went into the curation of every flavor and topping. We got a full rundown of where each thing was sourced from and it was great to see someone who loves what they do this much. Definitely check this one out.

Not too sweet and freshly made. I love soft serve and this is the place. Some ingredients are from Japan. You can taste the quality ingredients they use.

You couldn’t ask for a better experience. Would never have expected such a great continuation and expansion of the Ace Yogurt legacy. A must visit and revisit.

Best soft serve ice cream i ever had. They have flavors like mango calamansi, malted chocolate, lychee, brown sugar, yakult. All ice cream is handmade. Place have lots of parking and some indoor sitting. Great service. They let you sample each flavor. This place is a must try if you’re in the area. Thanks guys! We’ll be back.

Best frozen yogurt ever, they have fat free and no added sugar just the taste of the fruit

Awesome new spot in Arcadia! Got the yakult and mango calamansi flavored ice creams and it was very tasty.it was also, in true asian fashion, not too sweet.the store owners were so hospitable and kind as well.will definitely come again! New late night spot

Tried out this new ice cream spot for the first time, and got one of each flavor! Owners are super nice and this is definitely going to be my new go-to spot whenever I'm nearby. I tried all of their current flavors below:

Black Sugar Vanilla
This is what I'm going to call the philosopher's flavor because this one actually changes in your mouth as your taste buds pick up the black sugar, then the delicate vanilla kicks in and doesn't let go. Their vanilla here is anything but plain.

Lychee Strawberry
This isn't lychee and strawberry casually lumped together. It's like they managed to fuse the two fruits together perfectly to create a life changing new taste. I can only assume alchemy is involved here, cause my brain, and tastebuds, are still reeling from its effect.

Yakult
If you love Yakult, you may not ever want to go back to the drink form. Powerful and memorable flavor due to the nostalgia, gentle puffy texture, and creaminess. Wow!

Mango Calamansi
Who DOESN'T like mango or calamansi? Take mango, add some citrus, and honestly no toppings needed. I need this everywhere.

Hojicha
If you've never had tea-infused ice cream, this is a great place to start. Imagine a delicious tea flavor without any bitterness, has some nutty undertones, and leaves you calm and at peace afterwards. It's lot to ask for in ice cream, but they managed to pull it off!

Malted Chocolate
The malt takes what would just be your "classic chocolate" flavor and instead creates something way more exciting. Ignore the cheap powdery taste you might be thinking of - this tastes like the real deal, and it has me questioning if I've ever had real chocolate malt.

They teased new flavors of ice cream ready to roll out in the future that I can't wait to try. Given how much thought and care has gone into every single of these so far, I for one am very excited for what the future holds.

Under new ownership but more like the next chapter. With 626 hospitality at the helm, soft serve has truly been elevated. My favorites are the black sugar vanilla and hojicha with extra hojicha powder as a topping. All the ingredients are meticulously sourced and crafted in way that allows the real flavors to shine! Hey, you remember having haw flakes or Yakult drinks as a kid? Well, come here and combine the two for something truly wonderful. Or get the mango calamansi with some tajin for that salty, sweet, tart punch. It’s a great stop for the entire family, and there’s plenty of parking in the plaza’s lot.

So delicious! The nicest owners.
They have both unique flavors and elevated versions of classic ones too.

I’m so happy that 626 ice cream has opened their new shop! The new owners Amber and Waldo are amazing people with so much passion for their flavors. We’ve been trying their ice cream since they have been doing their pop ups and all their flavors are amazing! The black sugar vanilla is made from whole pods of tahitian vanilla; the flavor is unreal! You definitely need to check out this new spot in the SGV

This place has a way of making you feel like you're family. Come for THE BEST ice cream / soft serve (velvety, smooth, creamy, balanced, not-too-sweet delights from heaven), stay for the vibes

Hottest place in the 626 right now (and possibly forever!)

Nestled in the heart of the 626 area, this soft-serve dessert shop is an absolute treasure. Their unique Asian-inspired flavors are a delightful departure from the ordinary. My personal favorite, the hojicha, embodies perfection with its smooth, creamy texture and nuanced roasted tea essence, striking the ideal balance between sweetness and sophistication. Equally tantalizing is the yakult flavor, a refreshing treat that masterfully harmonizes tartness with just the right touch of sweetness.

What truly sets this place apart is its intimate, moody ambiance, creating the perfect setting for relaxed gatherings with friends. Its closing time of 11pm on weekdays and 12am on weekends makes it an idyllic spot to unwind after dinner, allowing for meaningful conversations over delectable desserts.

The owners' warmth and genuine passion for their craft infuse the entire experience with a sense of community and authenticity. Every flavor here feels like a labor of love, deeply rooted in the essence of the 626. This spot has undoubtedly secured its place as my go-to destination for indulgent treats whenever friends and family are in town.

Recently changed ownership from ace yogurt to 626 hospitality.the owners are very warm, caring people that are very receptive to feedback and building community.the formulator is a perfectionist and the flavors shine for it.there’s a range of different sweet levels amongst the flavors so everyone can find something they’re happy with.my favorites are the black sugar vanilla and mango & calamansi.the texture of the vanilla is creamy perfection and the black sugar is prominent but not overpowering blending harmoniously with the vanilla.the calamansi helps cut the sugary nature of the mango and adds a bright citrus note without distracting you from the mango.give them a try! You won’t be disappointed!