Detroit Water Ice Factory

Category:	Ice Cream Shop
Address:	1014 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
Phone:	+1 313-888-9106
Site:	detroitwaterice.com
Rating:	4.6
Working:	12–9PM 12–9PM 12–9PM 12–9PM 12–11PM 12–11PM 12–8PM

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Reviews 26

Patrick Linder

First run, will review more in the future in hopes of improvement... Service set a low bar, even for Detroit. As we walked into a storefront with painfully loud music, the server greeted me but not my girl. And proceeded to give me no explanation as to what I was getting or how the process worked. Basically I got a cup full of topping... When I wanted ice cream. Luckily she got soft serve so after we left together we made a delicious dessert. #relationshipgoals... Im looking forward to going back to this place because I have heard good things and I know that Mitch Albom is doing good work, but the staff is really dragging this location down. Try it, hopefully you have better luck! Update: Didnt even finish... To the trash

Kobies Mindfulness

Their dessert(the Motown Twist or Twister) is not just good tasting, but its the best that I ever had. Really, there is no other dessert that taste better. And that goes for the many different types of cake, cookies, candy bars, milk shakes, and etc. that Ive indulged in. So I can give Detroit Ice no better compliment than that, but their product does have a fault to it which is they melt too fast. So hurry up & eat the top half of one before some spills on the ground, or on you, or on the table.

Omar Flores

Mitch Albom deserves a lot of praise for this endeavor. The product is good, its right in front of a Q-Line Stop, and it is offering more savory treats that are quite satisfying. Its going to be hard to beat ice cream in a city that boasts some tasty flavors, but, Water Ice is a great treat (especially the fruit flavors), and is a most welcome addition to the growing foodscape that is downtown Detroit!

Lang Bopp

Can I say YUM! Anyone who knows me knows ice cream is my life. I skip meals to eat ice cream. Ice cream solves everything. Breakup? Ice cream. Promotion? Ice cream. Period? Ice cream. Hot? Ice cream. Cold? Ice cream, then tea. Seriously.list could go on. Detroit Factory has unique flavors that satisfies any flavor you can imagine. Its fairly priced and service is wonderful. Now go get some!

Julia B

Delightful! Its not slushy, its not sherbet, its totally unique and completely scrumptious! Friendly fast service, patient with first time customers, happy to pass out free samples! I recommend the "motown twist" style which layers soft serve with water ice for a cream-sicle in a cup! Did I mention they have SWEEDISH FISH flavor, or Horchata (rumchata) flavor??? Cuz they DO!!! :-D

Eric Pfeifer

Detroit water and Ice is amazing. Their selection of flavors are exceptional. The texture of the ice is really creamy, almost like ice cream... you should definitely get the root beer with soft serve, best Root Beer float you will ever have. The other day when I stopped in they were serving breakfast... various flavors of rice pudding along with a special french toast.

Scott Lancaster

This place was pretty cool! I got the Motown Swirl, which is a layer of ice cream on the bottom, then a layer flavored ice, and topped of with more soft serve ice cream. The deserts were pretty expensive (which makes sense considering its location) and the actual frozen ice wasnt very flavorful. The addition of soft serve definitely makes it taste better!

Rob Masterson

Definitely a place to try if youve got a sweet tooth and youre looking for some non-traditional offerings not found at a Coldstone or similar ice cream parlor. The mix of flavored ice and soft serve ice cream is unique and delicious. The fact that the profits go back to the city of Detroit make it at minimum, a place to try AT LEAST once.

Anjali

I fell in love with this establishment since the moment I walked in. much Alvin truly created a gem. The staff, the shop itself, the staff, and the icecream are amazing. I loved their mint ice cream and their marshmallow treat and the work this business does for the community. I cant wait to come back here and try their hot chocolate.

Rabbi Jason Miller

We absolutely LOVE this place. Mitch Albom, Rosey, Michael Isabella and the entire crew run a great water ice shop in the heart of Detroit. The best part (besides the delicious flavors) is that all their profit goes to charity. I cant wait to see what their next idea is.

Nikeah Howard

Visted here last year for the first time, completely out of curiosity- turned out to be a super great choice! Ive never had anything like this before, its like a cross between slushie and ice-cream! Its smooth, chilly, and yummy for those hot summer days!

kim cervone

Our family walked from the Tigers game to the shop. Such friendly staff and the Morown Mash is phenomenal!! When we learned all profit goes to charity, we were hooked. Tip-when ordering Motown Mash, get the smallest size available. It is rich.

Andrea Hidalgo

Really great way of cooling down during a heat wave. Their signature italian-inspired ice water is a rather guilt-free dessert, however I recommend you get it Motown style with ice cream on top for a really authentic experience. Delicious!

Sarah Leszczynski

Absolutely love this place. A little taste of Philly in the D. If youve never experienced wooter ice, make your day and grab some! Super tasty, incredibly refreshing on a hot day, truly a treat! Also, 100 % of the profits go to Charity!

Andrea Foglietta

Stick to the flavors you like, if you like mint chocolate chip it will taste like it but remember its not ice cream. This pic is from the "pop up location" in Franklin, MI at the Franklin Cider Mill. Proceeds benefit local nonprofits.

Julie Harning

Heard of it for many years and only just finally tried it. I had the coconut and it was fantastic, the flavor was very intense and the consistency was great. My friends all enjoyed theirs as well!

Evan Tucker

Just kind of stumbled in here fell in love with it. Really cool atmosphere, tasty treats, and a very friendly and helpful staff. Its now a must visit for my future trips into the city.

Jason Heien

Much like ice cream but its ICE! Unbelievably delicious! The flavors are just as good as their names. Chet Lemon! Always friendly service, and the proceeds go to charity! Double win!

Kristin Boehmer

Yum! What a fantastic concept! And the people there were pretty friendly considering the line of never ending customers. Definitely cant wait to go back and try all of the flavors!

Austin Tierney

A tasty and interesting frozen treat. Hits the spot, tons of interesting flavors to try as well. Friendly and knowledgeable staff make for a pleasant experience. A must try!

Alexander Moinet

If youve never heard of Water Ice, you have to stop in and give this delicious treat a taste! Extremely friendly staff in a great part of Detroit! Highly recommended!

Jeff Nichols

I am a fan of Mitch Albom, and this place is fun and creative. Nice, attentive staff too. However, the lines are long and the limited space felt claustrophobic.

Ed Bembas

Great Icy treat anytime! Well thought out and extremely tasty flavors. Have it with the soft serve, The "Motown Twist" it will keep you coming back for more!

Ric Chapman

Delicious treats with a huge variety of flavours! Similar to a Ritas, but better. Definitely worth a visit, best on a warm day but good any time of year!

lashey knighton

Ive been here 5 times and every time their great. Service is great and the shaved ice is excellent. Im happy Google brought you in my life lol.

Cilicia K.

Soooo delicious... highly recommend! If youre in Downtown Detroit give it a try, plus it supports a non profit recreation center for children