Frozen Yogurt Happy
San Joaquin’s favorite yogurt shops
Tried and True
Honey Treat Yogurt Shoppe, Lodi
The Pitch: Exactly what a small-town yogurt shop should be—just really good frozen yogurt. Prime location right on Lodi Avenue makes it an easy-access spot.
Offerings: Chocolate and vanilla are always available, as well as two other flavors, different on any given day.
Toppings: Everything you’d expect and nothing out of the ordinary.
Try: The chocolate/vanilla swirl is simply perfect, but it’s the every-Wednesday Oreo Cookie yogurt that keeps ‘em talking.
The Lowdown: No big store, no fancy equipment, only a few toppings—and may we say, thank you for that. No need to change a classic, and that’s exactly what this Lodi shop has become.
Verdict: Simply great.
Large $4, Medium $3.50, Small $3, Tiny $2 • 201 West Lodi Ave., Lodi,
(209) 369-8072
The Collegiate Classic
Tiger’s Yogurt, Stockton
The Pitch: Taking a cue from the University of the Pacific’s namesake, this college hangout is the place to go for both UOP and Delta collegians. Customers love it and are fiercely loyal.
Offerings: Ten flavors, always non-fat with some sugar-free options.
Toppings: Changes depending on the day.
Try: The berry-berry tart is a summer favorite, but don’t miss out on the old-fashioned vanilla.
The Lowdown: On one visit, we overheard someone say about the vanilla yogurt, “It’s so pure, it tastes like a cloud.” That’s good enough for us.
Verdict: We trust the college students.
Giant $5.75, Medium $3.75, Small $3.25, Junior $2.75, Tiny $2 •
4343 Pacific Ave., Stockton,
(209) 952-6042
Choices Aplenty
Nubi Yogurt, Stockton
The Pitch: Riding the wave of new-age yogurt shops, with the theory of the more options the better, Nubi boasts more than 100 combinations, with 12 yogurt flavors and over 50 toppings.
Offerings: You name it. Blueberry, cheesecake, pineapple, and even pistachio are just a few of the yogurt choices.
Toppings: Enough to make anyone happy. Fruity Pebbles, fresh mango, and jelly beans with chocolate sauce, anyone?
Try: Pineapple is a contender, but you can’t beat cheesecake or strawberry-banana
The Lowdown: If this is the future of yogurt shops—numerous flavors and plenty of topping choices—count us in.
Verdict: If you want choices, try here.
$0.38 an ounce. • 5765 Pacific Ave., Stockton, (209) 473-8888,
www.nubiyogurt.com
The New Kid
Yogofina, Tracy
The Pitch: Pretty simple, it’s all up to you. As much yogurt as you want, and as many toppings as you want, self-serve. You’ll have plenty to choose from with 12 yogurts and twice as many toppings.
Offerings: 12 flavors that change daily. Cappuccino, pineapple, or go with the classics, vanilla and chocolate.
Toppings: More than a dozen diced candies, chocolates, and fresh fruits.
Try: What’s better than a cappuccino flavored yogurt with chocolate sauce?
The Lowdown: We love the fun of making your own personalized yogurt creation—you’re in charge.
Verdict: Self-Serve Special
$0.39 an ounce
2547 W. Clover Dr., Tracy,
(209) 833-9646
