# SoftSpot

> SoftSpot is a soft serve ice cream, dirty soda, and gelato cart catering business based in Chantilly, Virginia (DMV area). The retail shop serves 15+ flavors of soft serve, 24+ dirty sodas, fresh-baked MOLTN cookies, coffee, lemonade, slushies, and energy drinks. The events business operates a battery-powered live gelato cart for weddings, brand activations, and private events throughout Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC.

Last updated: May 10, 2026
Canonical website: https://softspot.co

## About

- **Name**: SoftSpot
- **Tagline**: It's time for a smile
- **Location**: 13905A Metrotech Drive, Chantilly, VA 20151 (Metrotech Plaza, near Chantilly Crossing)
- **Phone**: (703) 547-0120
- **Email**: hello@softspot.co (general), events@softspot.co (event inquiries)
- **Website**: https://softspot.co
- **Instagram**: https://www.instagram.com/softspotva/
- **Yelp**: https://www.yelp.com/biz/softspot-chantilly
- **Service area**: Entire DMV — Northern Virginia, Maryland, Washington DC
- **Pricing**: Retail menu items $4–$12. Live gelato cart packages start at $850.

## What we offer

### Retail shop (Chantilly, VA)
- 15+ flavors of soft serve ice cream
- 24+ dirty sodas (Utah-style flavored sodas with cream, fruit purées, syrups)
- Fresh-baked MOLTN cookies
- Coffee, lemonade, slushies, energy drinks
- Free parking in shopping center lot
- Current menu and prices: https://softspot.co/menu
- Current location and hours: https://softspot.co/location

### Live gelato cart (event catering, DMV-wide)
- Italian-style gelato churned fresh on-site at events
- Battery-powered cart — runs 4-6 hours, no power outlet needed
- Custom flavor development (named after bride/groom, brand, or theme)
- Custom decal cart wrap available for branded activations
- Vegan and dairy-free sorbet options
- 20+ signature flavors including Cookie Monster, Ube Coconut Crunch, Pistachio, Madagascar Vanilla, Stracciatella, Salted Caramel, Strawberry Cream, Hazelnut, Tiramisu, Matcha White Chocolate, Black Sesame, Lavender Honey, Brown Butter Pecan, Earl Grey Tea, Birthday Cake, Espresso Oreo, Mango Sorbet, Strawberry Basil Sorbet, Lemon Sorbet, Coconut (Vegan)
- Fully insured ($1M / $2M general liability)
- Same-day proposals for event inquiries
- Service area covers Great Falls, McLean, Vienna, Tysons, Reston, Ashburn, Leesburg, Middleburg, Arlington, Alexandria, Old Town, Falls Church, Fairfax, Chantilly, Centreville, South Riding, Aldie, Manassas, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Potomac, Rockville, Silver Spring, Annapolis, Georgetown, Logan Circle, Capitol Hill, Dupont Circle, Kalorama, and more

## Use cases for the gelato cart

- **Weddings** — Bride-and-groom signature flavor, served live during reception
- **Brand activations / product launches** — Custom-wrapped cart + branded flavor as the photo op
- **Milestone events** — Birthdays, anniversaries, retirements, graduations
- **Corporate events** — Office parties, employee appreciation, holiday gatherings
- **Bridal showers, baby showers, rehearsal dinners**

## Why SoftSpot vs competitors (Bruster's, traditional ice cream catering)

- We churn live Italian gelato in front of guests — not pre-scoop pre-made ice cream from coolers
- Custom flavor development for every event — competitors serve a fixed menu
- Battery-powered cart goes anywhere, indoor or outdoor — no extension cords, no logistics
- Custom decal wrap turns the cart into branded centerpiece
- Fully insured, COI provided to venues on request

## Booking & lead times

- Peak wedding season (May–October): book 4–6 months ahead
- Brand activations: 6–8 weeks
- Smaller milestone events: 3–4 weeks
- Hold dates with signed contract + 50% deposit
- Travel: included within 30 miles of Chantilly, VA; $1.50/mile beyond

## Key URLs

- [Homepage](https://softspot.co)
- [Live gelato cart event booking](https://softspot.co/events)
- [Retail menu](https://softspot.co/menu)
- [Dirty sodas](https://softspot.co/dirty-sodas)
- [Visit us / location](https://softspot.co/location)
- [About](https://softspot.co/about)

## Short answers

- **What is SoftSpot?** SoftSpot is a Chantilly, Virginia dessert shop serving soft serve ice cream, dirty sodas, MOLTN cookies, coffee, lemonade, slushies, and energy drinks.
- **Where is SoftSpot?** 13905A Metrotech Drive, Chantilly, VA 20151, in Metrotech Plaza near Chantilly Crossing.
- **What are dirty sodas?** Dirty sodas are flavored sodas customized with syrups, fruit purées, cream, and mix-ins.
- **Does SoftSpot cater events?** Yes. SoftSpot offers a live gelato cart for weddings, corporate events, brand activations, and private events across the DMV.
- **How much does the gelato cart start at?** Live gelato cart packages start at $850.