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Location: SW 10th and Alder
Hours: Monday-Saturday, 11am-5pm
The Story:
Many Portland cart fans mourned the closing of Asian Station in 2009. The cute little cart with the cedar mansard roof sat empty and for sale for more than a few months. Then, in February, a new roof and bright blue paint showed up along with the cutest penguin motif and Cool Harry’s Frozen Yogurt was born.
Cool Harry’s is the work of Michael, who wanted to bring Portland his version of organic frozen yogurt in unique homegrown flavors. Over the past couple of months, I have seen some of the most drool inspiring flavors flow across their Twitter stream – blood orange, lavender, peach rose, cherry almond, celery zest, peach dream, and most recently, rhubarb. Do I have your attention? Cool Harry’s switches out the flavors every week or so, announcing them on Twitter and sometimes providing a codeword for a free topping.
I had to try the rhubarb. Rhubarb is one of those flavors of spring and early summer that brings back wonderful memories for me. Everyone remembers the first rhubarb pie brought out at the first cookout of the season. We just made rhubarb jam at home. When I saw it as frozen yogurt, I couldn’t pass it up. Initially, I wanted it virgin, without any toppings, so I could take in the full flavor. I then spotted that Michael had marionberries available. Mmmm…marionberries on rhubarb frozen yogurt. A match made in heaven. The yogurt was sufficiently tart as you would expect from rhubarb, yet with a creamy texture. The berries were divine, creating a taste bud revolt in my mouth. Watch out, it is so good that you may eat it fast – brain-freeze warning issued.
Cool Harry’s has been open since February even though Portland’s weather hasn’t been conducive for cool treats on a hot day. Trust me when I tell you any day is a good day for a frozen treat. If you are looking for a dessert to finish off your lunch or just need an excuse for something sweet, visit Cool Harry’s and enjoy something special. Let him know Food Carts Portland sent ya.
Sample Menu:
Flavors of the yogurt change often, check cart for that day’s specials.
Sizes:
- Way small – $2.50
- Small – $3.25
- Medium – $4.25
- Large – $5.25
Hours: Monday-Saturday, 11am-5pm
Website: www.coolharrys.com
Twitter: CoolHarryPDX
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A few weeks ago when it was slightly warmer than usual, I was walking by a row of carts (losing my cart virginity, also) and glanced at Cool Harry’s. “Oh,” I thought, “just froyo.” Then I saw the flavor – celery zest. The gentleman in the cart itself was very nice, offering me a stamp card and all, and soon I had a delicious celery treat – I think I got a medium, and it was waaay more than I should have eaten, but I did anyway, and I do not regret it. I fell in love, and I will be back if I can.
This place is great!
Tried the peach/rose and it was just the perfect balance of the two flavors. I think this cart will do very well when the sun actually decides to come out….even still you should go down and check em out. The flavors are always yummy tasting and I will be back for some more yogurty goodness!
Yay to Michael! Much success to him! The cart looks awesome. We still have to come down and try those yummy flavors!!!
Cindy — Former owner of Asian Station Cafe : )
Yes I love Cool Harrys, absolutely the best frozen yogurt ever! I had the Blood Orange at last year Starlight Parade and it was just so good.
I live in California but travel frequently to Portland. No trip to the NW is complete without some Cool Harry’s Frozen Yogurt. Its the best Froyo ever!