What's not to like with Gunther's?! The best ice cream in Sacramento, in my opinion. Their fruit…read morefreezes are what really stand out to me; a perfect refreshing summer treat. They can get quite busy, but the line moves quickly. The interior has such charm, and they've kept the original vibes. Love the history of the business too. There's plenty of tables outside, you might just need to wait a couple minutes if you are there during peak hours.

The vanilla ice cream was amazing. I don't even like…read morevanilla! What does that say about it??

Heard Rick's Dessert Diner was a Sacramento classic, so I had to check them out during my final…read moredays in Davis. The moment you walk in, the retro 1950s diner ambience immediately transports you back to classic Americana dessert culture. They've apparently been serving Sacramento for over 37 years! - Hot Fudge Sundae -- made with Gunther's vanilla & chocolate ice cream, topped with whipped cream, pralines, and a candied cherry; beautifully presented with warm hot fudge drizzled all over - Lemon Raspberry Cake -- moist sponge cake layered with lemon, raspberry, and whipped cream; balanced sweetness with buttercream-coated sides The red booth seating and vintage Americana decor really complete the nostalgic vibe. Service was friendly and quick, and the overall ambience was cozy, retro, and diner-themed. Rick's Dessert Diner definitely feels one-of-a-kind, I'll have to stop by again next time I'm passing through Sacramento.

I must confess, I had written off Rick's a long time ago when they were still at their original…read morelocation. We used to go a lot after a night of bar hopping or clubbing. Rick's was the only place open late that had actual desserts. I mainly ate their cakes. They looked amazing. But I really did not enjoy them. Too dry. Just not good, compared to other bakeries in town. Over the years, Rick's remained a Sacramento staple, and when they opened up their new location in Midtown, the dessert community welcomed them back and embraced their sweet offerings, bigger space, and late night hours. I never went til just a couple weeks ago. Around 9pm on a Friday night I was craving banana cream pie and the husband wanted cherry pie. On Yelp search, Rick's came up as the top choice that was open. So we went and stood in the long line. The place was crowded and loud. Lively and busy vibe. Line moved at a good pace and the staff helping were nice but hurried. So we took our lil pies to go. We both liked our chosen pies. Now I know what to order if I go back to Rick's. Pies over cakes. Every time.

I have to admit, I was not sold on the idea of ice cream inside a donut at first. A donut OR ice…read morecream already feels indulgent enough on its own, so combining the two sounded a little over the top to me. But my friend convinced me to give it a try at The Parlor Ice Cream ad Puffs and WOW O WOW!! I ended up getting an unglazed donut with coffee ice cream made and it was incredible. They have a great selection of Gunther's ice cream so you really can't go wrong with a flavor. The warm donut paired perfectly with the cold, creamy ice cream, and the coffee flavor worked so well with it all together. Definitely something I'll save for an occasional treat, but it's also something I have already been thinking about often now. The staff was also super sweet and welcoming. I'll definitely be back!

I was in town visiting and after korea. Bbq we wanted to have some dessert so decided to try this…read moreplace out. It's a small dessert ice cream parlor who is known for their ice cream donut which you can customize. We visited on a Saturday afternoon and it wasn't busy. The guy behind the counter was very helpful and explained everything about their menu and what they are known for. They do have a pretty limited ice cream flavor but given they are a small ice cream parlor I guess this is understandable. Anyways, me and my cousin got the salted caramel and cookies and cream donut and vanilla. So they actually put the ice cream in the donut then they bake it and then put powder sugar on top of it. You have an option between regular donut and glazed and we chose the regular since we didn't want it to be sweet. It's a good take on dessert but can be a little messy because of all the powdered sugar. The ice cream is good but nothing out of the ordinary. It was a good stop for a quick dessert.

I went here to see what the hype was about, the lady who served me was Jacqueline and she was…read morereally nice and answered all my questions about the weird flavors lol. Very pretty and very polite, amazing service! I will definitely be coming back to try the other flavors and cones. One of the best expirences ive had visiting a new place!

Their ice cream is delicious and Bri was really friendly and patient when helping us out!read more

The Icecream here was amazing it tasted so good and the coffee icecream was the best here we go…read morehere every year we're out here

The Oreo milkshake here is the BEST!!! I've been coming…read morehere for years and I love ordering their milkshake all year around. It's my favorite spot in town for this and each time I taste it, I am reminded why. I also tried their buffalo chicken sandwich here with a side of potato salad and I was pleasantly impressed. The serving size was great and both tasted really good. I love a good buffalo chicken sandwich and this was a great addition to their menu, plus the potato salad was actually really tasty too. This is a great spot for a date or a hangout with friends, it reminds me of an old school ice cream shop from the movies. It's a must try if you love ice cream. plus the ice cream portions are huge!!

A fun, locally-owned shop, Licked was on my agenda yesterday after trying them once during a Yelp…read moreevent last year. The flavors have creative names and there were a few flavors that are allergy/diet sensitive, such as the vegan black cherry flavor. I had a matcha flavor during my 1st visit and was drawn to the latte flavor this time. Both flavors were on the mark, and my only regret both trips was not taking some more flavors to have on hand at home. The atmosphere is playful, with cute stickers available for purchase and a huge ice cream cone sculpture out front. Worth a trip, and it could easily be a short walk away if you have lunch or dinner at the neighboring restaurants/cafés, like I did yesterday in my quest to support local. Thanks!

Didn't get to try but I went over to website & google & Yelp to check hours only to find this on…read morethe door.

Gluten free donuts!! I found this spot on a brief visit recently and had a craving for a pastry. I…read morehad to try it! My eye was first drawn to the churro, I haven't been able to have one in years, I was so excited. It was everything I ever wanted in a churro. Crispy outside, fluffy inside, and coated with cinnamon sugar. I could have polished off a dozen of them! The apple fritter was also on my must try list. I grew up loving apple fritters and since having to go GF, it is my most missed donut-adjacent treat. This one was smaller than a normal one, but that was fine because I could actually enjoy it without it being too big. Perfectly fluffy with apple pieces and spiced just right, it was delicious. The cruellers were nice and crispy on the outside and just sweet enough. Glazed with chocolate or regular icing, they are a perfect donut. I have recommended this spot to others that are GF, they need to experience the joy of a prefect GF donut!

Tasty vegan ice cream and donuts!…read more Super staff that was quick to help and very accommodating for samples. The mint chocolate chip and carrot cake flavors were very good! Small but inviting space with huge windows, not a lot of space to hang out.

froyo - amazing. i don't eat dairy and they had a non dairy option!!!…read more toppings - phenomenal! the granola was amazing and the strawberries were sweet and fresh. service - perfection. the man working here was kind and heartwarming. he even played his flute for us, blowing us away through the power of music- who knew art and froyo could be so connected? music- the mix of the eminem and the flute was beautiful. he even played some ed sheeran as he played his flute and our family loved it. overall- this froyo was amazing! i totally recommend. 10/10.

I had a late night craving for some FroYo and found this place that was nearby and open pretty late…read more(which is a plus). Parking is a little bit hard to find, since you're mostly looking for street parking. Upon entering, the FroYo place had a nice interior that reminded me of a modern casual design with some contemporary elements that created a playful atmosphere. There were some high chair seatings to the right, and some lounge chairs to the left Unfortunately, by the time I came in, they were not allowing us to sample any of the 6 flavors which was a bummer (New York cheesecake, cappuccino, cable car chocolate, vanilla, pomegranate raspberry or euro tart). The flavors are pretty limited, so if you're looking for a place with a wider assortment of flavors, I might recommend somewhere else. However, the toppings bar was nicely stocked with a bunch of different things to choose from, which was one of its saving graces. Once you're done, you weigh your FroYo at the counter. I would've given a solid 4 stars to this place; however, while we were eating the FroYo, the man who was working decided to go into the back of his shop and listen to his shows rather loudly. I could hear the sounds from the shows over the music they were playing, so it made the ambiance a little awkward since I wasn't able to vibe to the music. Thus, creating a rather rambunctious atmosphere. Overall, I do think this place has some room for improvements, especially with their flavor profiles.

Osaka-Ya is such a classic spot for mochi!…read more The mochi here is delicious, fresh, and perfectly sweet--not overly sugary, just balanced and satisfying. You can really taste the freshness in every bite. They also have frozen mochi options, which are great if you want to take some home for later. Street parking can take a little patience, but it's worth the stop if you're craving quality mochi!

Mochi in Sacramento!! Sweet and filling. Reminds me of my…read moreyouth. What more could a Sansei want

If I'm going here, I need to remember to only have a lettuce wrap with no bun, and have no sauce…read more The squishy bread ruins the whole burger :/ In-N-Out is better and closer, more convienient for me--and ok I'll say it--West Coast! I went again and tried the KBBQ burger. Pretty good yet I was disappointed how there was no lettuce. Good anyways! I also tried some onion rings with a friend and it was pretty big. The whole burger felt a bit heavy so I'm not sure when I'll return but it makes for fun bougie fast food in a nice midtown location!

Craving for a juicy burger so decided to visit Shake Shack. I've visited this Shake Shack Ice…read moreBlock spot a few times before as well as spots in Las Vegas and Bay Area. Plenty of parking around the area and the place is very well maintained and organized. There are a couple of games inside including a foosball. Ordered a double ShackBurger, fries and a drink. Shake Shack did not disappoint! As always, the burger was juicy, tasty and delicious as expected! Definitely made up for a very disappointing recent experience at another burger joint. Service from the staff was very good, they were very courteous and friendly. Definitely will be back again.