Photos via Google Maps

Malai

South Asian Ice Cream, Vegan

Worth ordering: #1 Ice cream in Washingtonnamed in 16 reviews

4.4food Very vegan-friendly

Directions Menu

Website Call Instagram

Top tips

Try the guava chili or pineapple pink peppercorn vegan flavors.
Good to know: Expect a potentially slow line during busy periods.

All 4 tipsShow fewer

Check the labels for vegan, dairy, and nut information.
Ask which flavors are currently available; the selection changes and some flavors sell out.

People mention

Guava chili ice cream, mango soft serve and pineapple pink peppercorn ice cream.

All 9 dishes people mentionShow fewer

Also cilantro mint sorbet, passionfruit cilantro ice cream, passionfruit cilantro sorbet, royal cinnamon black caramel ice cream, spiced peanut crunch ice cream and chocolate chili cookie with spiced peanut ice cream filling.

Good for

Praised for friendly service and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

Outdoor seating
Dessert, takeout, quick bites
Cards and mobile pay

About

Malai pairs South Asian-inspired ice cream with flavors such as guava chili, cilantro mint, and passionfruit cilantro sorbet. Vegan choices include coconut-milk scoops and sorbets, though the selection can be limited and flavors rotate; reviews also mention slow-moving lines at busy times.