While the concept of a unique Cold Stone may seem like a good idea, the heart of the issue is paying way too much for ice cream with too stuff mixed in.  While the organic, vegan, and fair-trade options are admirable, the ice cream is from Dave and Andy's in Oakland.  $5 got me half a cup of ice cream, with two \"mix-ins.\"  After placing the order, the contents, ice cream and all, are not mixed by hand but rather by industrial machine.  The result is nearly liquified yet chunky ice cream that's thinner than a Blizzard from DQ.  It was nice to try this place and it has great atmosphere, but it's the same gimmick as Cold Stone.  If you're looking for some great ice cream at a fair price check out Dave and Andy's in Oakland or Mercurio's Mulberry Creamery in Shadyside.