Bao's Pastry is my kind of bakery: You walk in, and you're automatically overwhelmed by the…read morechoices. There are just so many good things in the display case! It seriously took me about 10 to decide on a dessert. In the end, I got a slice of strawberry cheesecake. I took it to go, knowing that I would eat it in my car. (The best place to eat any food.) I chose cheesecake, because in the end, cheesecake is the illest of the desserts. You can't go wrong with a silky smooth slice o' cake o' cheese. And I wasn't wrong! The cheesecake at Bao's is creamy, yet a little pleasantly gelatinous from the strawberry topping. It was so rich that I couldn't eat it all in my car, so I took it to go to enjoy back at my hotel. Some of the other things I was considering getting at Bao's included the mini tarts, tiramisu cup, raspberry opera cake, turnovers, passionfruit cake and many others. They also have lots of macarons, but I'm not a macaron lady! Try as I might, I do not like macarons, but if you like macarons, then Bao's is the place to find macarons. Mostly, this is a to-go joint, but there are a couple of tables on the outdoor patio, and a table or two inside. When I visited, I only saw people pop in and get their goodies and pop back out.

Pastries were beautiful, amazing as well as service. Price is a bit higher than expected.read more

My brother goes here often for birthday cakes, mother's day,etc. and everything has been absolutely…read moredelicious and so fresh!

While the chocolates are beautiful, they were lacking on the flavor. If I'm getting a flavored…read morechocolate I want it to have a punch. A couple of the flavors I could even make out the flavor I was eating. No the frogs that were "turtle" chocolates, those were tasty.

I have been a fan of designer desserts for over a decade now. My go to flavor is the Tuxedo…read moreCheesecake. They now even have vegan flavors! It is always very colorful inside the shop and they do have seating options. Sometimes the amount of options can be overwhelming so make sure you take your time to review all of the options before ordering. They also have cookies in addition to cupcakes and you can order cakes ahead of time. I recommend you go earlier as they don't replace the flavors that sell out for the day.

Designer Desserts really knows how to deliver an indulgent treat! We stopped by and couldn't resist…read morethe mini cherry cheesecake--just look at it! From the buttery graham cracker crust to the rich, creamy filling and that bright cherry on top, every bite was a sweet little moment of joy. The flavor was spot on--sweet but not overly sugary, and the texture was perfectly smooth. Presentation is a big win here too. The dessert came tucked into a cute little box that made it feel like opening a gift. You can tell there's real thought put into how they serve their treats. The only reason this isn't a full 5 stars? The wait was just a bit longer than expected, and we would've loved more variety available at the time we visited. But honestly, that cheesecake alone was worth it. Whether you're strolling downtown or just craving something sweet, Designer Desserts is a fun and flavorful stop worth it

I love stopping by Blackbird in the mornings! They have a great selection of coffee, food, and…read moredesserts. It's also a nice spot to come meet up friends or get some work done. My go-to is always their Macchiato Carmello and Almond Croissant.

I love coming here. They have some really good sandwiches and coffee. I like getting the chicken…read morepesto panini, turkey avocado, and the grilled cheese with tomato soup. Make sure you check out tge desserts in the case. They have really good brownies and fruit pies tgat you can get by the slice. I like coming here to grab lunch and work.

Amazing history! Good selection of hand dipped ice-cream…read moreflavors and toppings. My wife and I decided on sugar cones (fresh) with one (huge!) scoop. The person behind the counter was very attentive, friendly and helpful (we tasted several different flavors)! The location was very neat and clean. The next time in the area we'll be back!

Went here with a friend. No, I did not have ice-cream, but I did have one of their sandwiches for…read morelunch. I was surprised it was so good. Don't discount the other food thinking they are only an ice-cream shop. They are a lot more. They have seating inside and out (when it's warm). The service was friendly. As for their ice-cream, I have had it from the store. It's very good too. So stop by for lunch and grab an ice-cream after. It's worth it!

Incredible. Cupcakes are extremely fresh. Designs are medium to really nice. But the flavor…read moreis so good

Kupkates is my go to bakery. I love the atmosphere of the shop and the friendly staff. The…read moreselection and tastes are always fabulous. My husband has been ordering my birthday cakes from Kupkates for the past three years, and they just keep getting better. Today's cake was perfect. I cannot recommend Kupkates enough - and make sure you try the macarons

Such a cute little ice cream shop, their gelato is delicious however, you have to wait a few…read moreminutes to eat it because its a little too frozen. Overall the employees were extremely friendly and welcoming despite the fact that we walked in while they were closing. They have a large variety of popcorn to choose from and options are always great! Really appreciate small businesses like this!

From the owner: Family-friendly candy, popcorn, and snack shop with something fun and sweet for all ages!…read more Located in the heart of Valparaiso, Kernels and Kones is a perfect spot for birthday parties, bridal showers, anniversaries, or any special event. Come into the store, or call us today to find out about shipping nationwide!

Rainbow Cone is now in Northwest Indiana and even better in Valpo! This is our favorite ice cream…read morein Chicago. We will definitely be visiting often! If you've never been, you must try the Original Rainbow Cone. The five flavors don't seem to go to together, but it is surprisingly amazing! And regardless of flavor, they make really good ice cream. Bonus: this Rainbow Cone location is attached to a Buona. It's the franchises' first new construction joint location.

I'm so glad Rainbow Cone is here in Valpo. This location is attached to Buona Beef. You can grab a…read morebeef with hot peppers then cool down with a waffle cone. The staff is friendly and there are rewards you can sign up for. The decor is bright and makes you want to linger inside or on the patio. My kid's favorite place this summer.

Meet with Great service and wonderful ice cream Atmosphere…read morewas very inviting and full of great people

Don't let the dog days of summer get you down. A trip to Dog Days will perk you right up with their…read more20 something flavors of ice cream straight from Wisconsin! Since I'm addicted to chocolate, my choice was the Brownie Cascade milkshake. It was all that hoped for with its creaminess and overload of chocolate flavor. The best part? The price was only $6 and it was well-spent. I have been a consumer for milkshakes for 25 years or so and some places are starting to near the $10 price for a milkshake. If you need an ice cream fix, visit Dog Days in Chesterton.

When you want ice cream, this is a great stop! They feature Premium Hershey's (not the "cheap"…read morevariety of Hershey's) and they had several dairy-free options. They also have very clear labels for gluten-free and other allergens right on the glass so it's easier to make choices! The staff were typical high school students, personable and efficient. The prices were lower than I was expecting, especially after I tasted the scoops - delicious! And grab yourself a color-changing spoon. Seriously. You'll thank me later & then want to take it home (we did! ). Overall a great experience. The only thing that would make it better is a couple of tables/chairs as all they really had to sit on was one long waiting area style bench. It was fine, and there's not much space for seating, so if it's busy this is definitely more of a "grab & go sit in your car" place than a sit-down-and-immediately-enjoy experience.

What a lovely place with the best ice creams on a warm day! The store carries Hershey premium ice…read morecream and the flavor shows just that! My double scoop was HUGE and the delicious graham cracker + blueberry cheesecake was so good. I loved the lil bites of cheesecake in every slurp and oh gosh I was a happy customer! There's a variety of sundaes, ice cream cookies, sorbets and a very fun Cheerio and bubble gum ice cream where you get bits of bubble gum! So innovative and fun! We enjoyed our treat every lick and bite and totally recommend if we are back in the area!