The long-awaited “Forever Yogurt” frozen-yogurt shop has arrived! Located at 5687 W. Touhy Ave. in Village Crossing, the shop’s “Coming Soon” posters have been hung up since last summer, so I was excited to see people bustling in and out, carrying pink cups of self-serve frozen yogurt. As a yogurt lover, I had to give the new shop a try.
As I entered the shop, the hot pink, glittery walls gave off a Barbie decor feel. This would usually turn me off, but the fact that those pink walls were adorned with endless flavors of self-serve yogurts and toppings made up for the girly atmosphere quickly. If you’re in the mood for something fruity, grab a cup of “Very Strawberry,” “Blueberry Acai Tart,” or “Mango Tango.” Something unique? Try “Mom’s Cake Batter,” “Salted Caramel Corn,” or “Euro Tart.” And of course there are the classics, like French Vanilla and Chocolate. These are just a few of the flavors offered from the 16 dispensers running. In addition to yogurt flavors, there are 49 toppings available, including “Gummi Worms”, “Granola crisp,” fresh fruit, and various cereals.
Right: French Vanilla and Angel Food Cake yogurt topped with graham crackers, Oreos, and chocolate sprinkles.
The true joy of “Forever Yogurt,” however, is not the plethora of options, but the interactive experience of self-serve dispensers. As soon as you walk in, you can grab a cup and start pulling yogurt levers, scooping sliced fruits, and spilling out dry toppings. You can mix and match flavors to your taste-buds delight without waiting for a server to have all the fun creating your frozen masterpiece.
That said, don’t get too carried away! Whatever goes in your cup costs 49 cents per ounce: a reasonable price, yet it adds up fast. Plus, an ounce is so much smaller than expected, especially when filling your cup with deliciousness is so simple and not monitored by a paid professional.
That said, the $6 you’re likely to spend on your frozen treat will be worth it. All the the toppings looked fresh (especially the fruit) and each yogurt flavor was refreshing in a unique way. Feel free to ask for a sample cup at the front, and try a few flavors before making your final decisions.
You will not regret spending the hot summer days and nights at Forever Yogurt, open every day from 11 am to midnight.
