I found myself in Echo Park and thought, “Close enough. Let’s do this.”
What I love is that this place has a point of view and therefore makes flavors that are different than what you find nearly anywhere else.
The base is good, not great. Some of the flavors can be understated in a way that might veer towards bland.
I sampled a 4 flavors and then went in blind for a split scoop of the Kaya Toast and Mango/Sticky Rice.
I will be going back, but not for those flavors. No regrets, but they aren’t in the least craveworthy and were inferior to the other four flavors I sampled. @Ns1 is very right about the Japanese Neapolitan. The pretzel and rugbraud was another highlight. If you like Scoops Brown Bread flavor then this one should be a winner for you, too. I prefer the Wanderlust base to Scoops as I find it creamier with a thicker texture than what Scoops uses. Just a preference.
Also, westsiders note that there will be a new shop opening on Lincoln (just south of Rose) in Venice. Opens this Friday night.