Doyle's has that retro ice cream parlor vibes, quaint and lots of character. There are lots of wall decor and collectibles. The gentleman serving us, was friendly and helpful. This was our first visit to Doyle's. My husband got a single scoop of mint chip ice cream. Originally, I was going to get a banana split but they were out of bananas. I decided to get a triple scoop: chocolate thunder, mint chip, strawberry ice cream. I was able to add 3 different toppings, whip cream and/or nuts. I got strawberry, chocolate and fudge. I thought strawberry, was fresh fruit strawberries. I thought the chocolate was chocolate chips. There is a little patio area, with tables and chairs behind the parlor. I was super disappointed by the ice cream I received. The sauces were overwhelming, disproportionate to the ice cream. The sauces were way too sweet. I couldn't even taste the ice cream. The ice cream was fair, not rich and creamy. I didn't finish even half the ice cream, not worth the sugar high and dry mouth. My husband said the ice cream was the same quality as the store's... but more expensive. read more

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I so badly wanted to love this place, but I ended up being shockingly disappointed. I sampled the butter brickle, which was so outrageously sweet that I couldn't stand it. So I went with a single scoop of chocolate on a waffle cone. I thought, "You can't go wrong with chocolate." Well, I was wrong. The chocolate ice cream was completely devoid of the taste of chocolate. Then I thought, "This house made cone is going to be epic." It was awful--stale and tasty strongly of cinnamon, which was just odd. The man who served us was friendly and upbeat, and the old toys made for a fun atmosphere. read more

Doyle's Ice Cream Parlor - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Loved this place! The ambience, staff and ice cream was great. You can really taste the quality, and home made feeling of the ice cream. I personally got the banana and strawberry, and although the strawberry was good, the banana stole the show! read more

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Somehow I missed Doyles for years after moving here...it would be closed whrn I drove by, I forgot about it, etc. I discovered Doyles for real about a year ago and have gone many times. The guy who runs it/serves is kind and friendly and the icre cream is wonderful. I am so happy we have a place like Doyles in our community! read more

I live two blocks from Doyle's and let me tell you I have a struggle with myself every day I drive past the shop. Luckily I have strong willpower otherwise I would have their banana split for dinner every night. There is often a line out the door but their home made ice creams are worth the wait and (weight). Doyle's is a very small corner store in the West Central neighborhood. Check it out it's a Spokane historic landmark. read more

When we arrived my wife was advocating to go somewhere else. The exterior of Doyle's looked a little old, but based on the Yelp reviews we decided to give it a shot anyway. After a few samples our group ordered butter brickle, Carmel apple, cookies & cream, and a fruit flavor (sorry, forgot the name). They were all amazing! The Butter brickle was crowned the best we've ever had, ever. And the Carmel apple was absolutely delicious. It was by far my favorite. Each flavor I tried was ultra creamy. By the end my wife declared this was her favorite ice cream shop. We're from out of town but from now on I imagine we'll be stopping at Doyle's on each trip through the area! read more

We love Doyle's!! They have the best homemade icecream and the best homemade waffle cones! We look forward to visiting every year! read more

Doyle's Ice Cream Parlor - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Spokane, Washington

The butter Brickle may be the world's best. I'm not exaggerating. All there ice cream is hand made. read more

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Great little shop with toys from my childhood. Yes, I'm old, but I loved this place. 2 scoops of ice cream, way too much to eat, but I loved the Butter brickle. Great experience! read more

About as old school as it gets. No frills, no seating, limited flavors, but what they do they do well. Really creamy, fresh ice cream and house made waffle cones you smell when you walk in. I had the caramel apple which was unique tasting with a great sour apple flavor. Very unique and great flavor. Interesting as it's in a very residential area, it just pops up on the corner, but worth the trip. read more

It's really cool to see all the collectibles in there and talk to the people The ice cream was pretty good, but I recommend going for the experience of being in there and see what they have to show. They're really nice. If you're a Star Wars fan, you'll love the little figurines and things they have:) read more

Holy smokes this ice cream is over the top amazing!!!! I had never had butter brickle ice cream and mistakenly thought it was an old person's flavor, I was totally wrong. The caramel and toffee pieces were a match made in heaven. My niece had the lemon which was a perfect blend of wake you up lemon and sweet. Do yourself a favor and don't wait to try this place. It is a classic and deserves all the love you can you give it! read more

This place is a hidden gem! It's hard to come across classic ice cream parlors like these anymore. This place has been here since 1939! They have many unique ice cream flavors such a root beer float flavor, candy corn, and pumpkin cheesecake! I like how they have seasonal flavors that they switch up throughout the year! All of the ice cream is homemade and it's very creamy! The proportions were HUGE! They also offer nice outdoor seating to enjoy your ice cream. Chris, the owner, was very kind and helpful! Thank you Doyle's! read more

Doyle's Ice Cream Parlor - I had the coconut and raspberry cheesecake ice cream. It's homemade! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Spokane, Washington

I'm longtime fan of Doyle's. This is old school Spokane. Today I dropped in and had a Mexican chocolate shake. That's the best shake I've had in.... maybe ever. So good. A sublet but unique twist to your chocolate experience. So good. FYI, their black licorice ice cream is the bomb dot com. Even if you don't like black, licorice, this will make you a believer. Five stars all around. read more

I'm coming from out of town and was looking forward to having huckleberry ice cream from sweet peaks, but they were closed so I was so excited to try a new place. Come to find out, they are not open when they say they are. read more

Doyle's Ice Cream Parlor - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Great little ice cream parlor. Feels like you're stepping back into time. Tons of great flavors to choose from. Very nice friendly family that owns it. We tried the banana split, a shake and had individual scoops. Favorite flavor was the pistachio almond. read more

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We love our funky, historic ice cream shop! My kids love to see the old toys and all the little pieces of Spokane history. Try the peanut butter milkshake! read more

5 stars for the ice cream only. Beware the neighborhood is sketchy and the place feels like it is perfect for the hood. But the ice cream is amazing and worth going there. Yummmmm!!!! read more

This old and nostalgic ice cream shop is so worth the visit!! It has been in business since the 1930's and they make all of their ice cream in house. Be sure to visit and support them, it is more than worth it! read more

My favorite ice cream place in Spokane!! If you haven't been, go!! You're seriously missing out. read more

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Greatest Ice cream shop in Spokane..with the best home made ice cream and waffle cones.. and the own is top notch in his knowledge of the history of Doyles Ice cream shop..I would recommend his shop as the best place for Ice cream and waffle cones.. read more

I loved this place. Definitely sharing size portions- super creamy rich icecream. All the toppings you would want; loved their strawberry sauce. Will definitely be back to try the shakes/malts. read more

Cool little old timey ice cream place in a unique location. I had no clue this place existed!! Had a float today and the ice cream to soda ratio was way off unfortunately. My husbands peanut butter shake was good though, and I would like to go back and try a regular cone to get a taste of their homemade ice cream! read more

Great ice cream at a reasonable price. Now accepts cards or cash. Wasn't too busy at 6pm on a hot Friday afternoon. I'll be back! read more

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There's very few of these types of places left in America! The ambiance is great, the toys are epic, and the antiques and honegrown nature of it bring back one's childhood nostalgia. All this being said, the exterior and the interior could use a little bit of remodeling. The menu could also be more organized. However, the customer service is great, and I like how they're maintaining the old-fashioned nature of something that's probably more than 70 years' old. The ice cream is not near as sugary as a lot of places you're used to. It's also not as creamy. However, I particularly enjoyed the maple nut. Their homemade banana was also pretty good. I personally like the fact that it wasn't as creamy and sugary. read more

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For years I have been saying I was going to stop and try this place. I finally made it! The shop could use a bit of updating and made to look a bit "fresher", but the owner was nice and the ice cream was GOOD! I think with a bit of marketing and a bit of a facelift....this could go back to being the popular spot it used to be. Kendal Yards may be a ways down the road...but people would definitely stop by if they saw a few upgrades. The "bowls" were really cheap paper and everything looked a bit rundown. I hope the owner can keep making it work now that he took over for his uncle. The ice cream treats are definitely good...so I hope people will help this owner build his business to success! https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g58759-d7039474-r607499599-Doyle_s_Ice_Cream_Parlor-Spokane_Washington.html# read more

We were biking on the Centennial Trail when ice cream was needed.Doyle's is only a few blocks away from the trail. We shared a banana split made with homemade ice cream. This place is a must stop. read more

Doyle's Ice Cream Parlor - Scoops of pistachio, espresso and Black Forest ice cream buried under toppings - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Spokane, Washington

What a treat! Visiting firm Ca we stayed at an Airbnb in the neighborhood and seen this cute little spot the first day! We knew we had to visit! The shakes were delicious and the Brinkle butter I've cream was to die for! The couple who was working was so pleasant especially since we showed up close to closing with 6 people ordering! We will definitely be back when visiting again! read more

I'm making a special effort to try local businesses. FIrst time at this ice cream parlor wicked good stuff. read more

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So, I live a few blocks away from Doyles and had watched it for many months closed during the pandemic etc. Now with that mostly under control and the arrival of summer, they have expanded their hours. So I ent in and discovered they had a flavor from my childhood in the Midwest called "Butter Brickle". OMG, I had not eaten that since I was 10 or 12 years old. It was fabulous, so fabulous I had to go back and get more that evening. Service is outstanding as well. This place is a treasure in Spokane, I highly recommend it! read more

Great place. It has all the characteristic flair you'd expect from an old-timey ice cream parlor. It may be a little rough around the edges, but that lends it some of its charm. The waffle cones are amazing, and the waffle cone dog treats are an incredible touch! The staff are great! read more

Doyle's Ice Cream Parlor - 10/10 pups agree, best ice cream in Spokane! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Had the Mexican chocolate ice cream which was so good. Will be coming back soon to try other flavors.

You can't put a price on nostalgia. Our family loves going to Doyle's Ice Cream Parlor because it allows us a chance to step back in time. My husband grew up going there and we enjoy introducing our kids to this delightful corner store. Because of Doyle's size and the amount of its typical transaction, it doesn't take credit cards or checks. Doyle's is also open only a few months a year. They have no phone number. Check its Facebook page for hours of operation. They're really good about keeping it updated. Doyle's makes old fashioned ice cream in kid friendly flavors like bubblegum and black licorice (my favorite), and nostalgic flavors like maple walnut and rum raisin. But they churn in small batches every week, so flavors do run out and are rotated. Scoops are large and milkshakes are generous. They also serve up sodas, floats and sundaes. Doyle's has a vintage soda fountain and is home to a large collection of vintage toys and Spokane memorabilia. Our family loves Doyle's Ice Cream and hope it never changes. read more

I have been going to Doyle's since I was a young man and they are fantastic. The ice cream is delicious, the service is great, and the display cases full of antique toys delight both myself and my kids. It is true they don't take credit cards, but for a small neighborhood business it makes perfect sense. The highway robbery committed by credit card companies make it difficult for a small business to use their services. If you want an old fashioned trip to the ice cream parlor, don't miss out on Doyles! read more

Worst chocolate shake I've ever had I didn't even take more than 2 sips before i just gave it to my girlfriend but hey who needs 6 bucks when you could throw it away read more

I've got to be honest, I was taken to and past Doyle's multiple times, and I still couldn't tell you how to get there. From the outside, it looks like someone took an old house and repurposed it to sell ice cream. Since we arrived to visit our family, all we heard was, "Doyle's! We need to go to Doyle's! I want some Doyle's!" This was not coming from a small child. Upon setting foot in Doyle's, the first thing that stands out is the collection of toys in the front. The three or four display cases span a century. The space age is a particular highlight. But, this review isn't about a toy museum. We lined up to get our cones. Everything at Doyle's is handmade, with the cone makers currently in use to prove it. Mint chocolate chip, two watermelon and Reese's. It was all good stuff. Doyle's is cash only, so be prepared. Doyle's is a summertime essential. Just needs a card reader. read more

I grew up in Spokane, but had not heard of Doyle's until we moved into the West Central neighborhood 2 years ago. We saw it as we shopped for homes in the neighborhood, and decided to wait and make that part of our "first night in our new home" celebration. Our four daughters have since made that part of our summertime celebrations, anxiously watching the windows for signs of reopening after the long winter, and making sure we're there (mourning) on closing weekend in the fall. Doyle's is truly timeless. It originated as a stop along the trolley for residents heading out to Natatorium Park, the amusement park that sat on the river bank at the end of Boone (where the carousel in Riverfront Park used to be). In a neighborhood full of a century of history, it's a perfect fit. Their selection of ice creams varies throughout the season. This can be a good thing, like the excitement when Huckleberries are in season and the flavor hits the menu, or a devastating thing, like the time they were out of Chocolate Thunder (NOOOOOOOOO....). All in all, it is the beauty of a small, family business that caters to the community and its customers. Other people have touched on the ambiance. One favorite of our kids is eating their ice cream while playing "I Spy". We've been going for two years, and every time we go in we discover new things in the display cases. Along with the ambiance, there is also a small garden area to eat. Rustic metal tables and benches add to the vintage feel of the shop. While no pets are allowed in the shop, this area has been great for when we've walked down with our dog. The owners' pets are very friendly and "play well" with others. As far as payment goes, they do only take cash. However, their prices are very reasonable for a small business, and while it is an inconvenience to make sure we carry cash, it's well worth it for the lower prices in exchange for no credit card processing fees. And, again, it is a family business who is choosing to operate a certain way. All in all, this is a great little ice cream shop. If you're looking for gluten free, sugar free, or other dietary restrictions, this is not the place for you. Doyle's, unashamedly, is what it is and has made the wise decision to not try to be all things to all people. It's a small, eclectic, family owned and operated business that offers great ice cream at great prices. Try it and fall in love. Just don't eat all the Chocolate Thunder. read more

you have to try the grave yard!!! if you have good taste and want a new drink its for you

I walked in last minute looking for 3 gallons of ice cream for a party, and these guys were incredible! They scooped ice cream until their shoulders burned, then brought me ice packs to haul it with. The ice cream was a huge hit (I highly recommend the butter brickle), and we'll be swinging back through whenever we get a chance. Many thanks! read more

As a person who grew up in Spokane during the 60s and 70s, I have such fond memories of Doyle's. Many's the warm summer evening that my grandfather would pull up to our house in his big old car and shout "Pile in! We're going to Doyle's!" A big scoop of rich, homemade-style huckleberry ice cream from the little shop attached to the side of a house in a blue-collar residential neighborhood very like my own was the very essence of summer to me. When I learned earlier this year that Doyle's had reopened, I was ecstatic. I don't live in Spokane anymore, but my parents do, and we visit every summer, so I had high hopes of treating everyone to a walk down memory lane. Sadly, things didn't work out the way I'd hoped. To begin with, I really needed some basic information before I dragged the whole family down to W. Boone. Did they take plastic, or did I need to get cash before we came? And if so, how much? What was the average price of a cone? Oh, and did they have any sugar-free flavors for my diabetic father? As I knew Doyle's had a Facebook page, I first checked there for a phone number. No luck. I then did an on-line search, which turned up a phone number that had been disconnected. Not an auspicious start. I tried posting my questions on their Facebook page, but got no answer there either. Finally, with only one day remaining before we had to return home to California, I decided to just pay the place a visit. We found it easily enough (a big sign announcing "Doyle's!" at the corner of Maple and Boone helped), and we found a parking place on the street relatively close to the parlor (which doesn't have its own parking), right next to a fence behind which lived a very fat, very friendly Rottweiler (my husband suggested that he's fat and friendly because he's used to getting bribed with ice cream). We walked in, and I swear, the place didn't look like it had changed since the 1970s, which can be a good or a bad thing. Well, actually, it had changed in one way: On this warm Friday afternoon, there was no one waiting to buy an ice cream cone. The place was almost deserted...definitely NOT what I remember! We quickly found that one change they HAVEN'T made involves credit/debit cards: They don't take them. Another change they haven't made: In this day and age when diabetes is rampant (and when excellent sugar-free sweeteners, such as stevia, are widely available), they still don't offer anything sugar-free. That meant my poor Dad was SOL. As I looked around, I noticed that they had "not available" or "sold out" signs next to several of the flavors on their menu board. The no-cards policy, the lack of any sugar-free options, and the number of regular flavors that were sold out were the three strikes that made our decision for us. We would not be taking the family to Doyle's that night. Oh, and when I mentioned the non-working phone number to the man at the counter, he seemed to be a bit surprised. He mentioned that their "old number" hadn't worked for some time...but that's the ONLY number I could find for them on the internet. So here's my open message to the owners of Doyle's: I would really like to see you succeed. But you need to make some changes, and making sure that you have a working phone number (and, even more important, that your old, disconnected number isn't the one that crops up in an internet search) is change number one. You also need to realize that, even though you're selling a retro product and banking on nostalgia, you are living in 2014. You need your own webpage (social media alone won't cut it for advertising, especially if you're not staying aggressively on top of your Facebook. If I type "Doyle's, Spokane" into a search engine, I should be able to click right into a site that will tell me all about you...your menu, your hours, your CURRENT phone number, your history, etc.). You also need to take credit/debit cards (heck...my 21-year-old daughter has a credit card app on her smart phone! If she can do it, so can you!). Very few people carry much cash on them these days. And if we are going to have to use cash, we need to have some idea as to how much we need to have, which brings us back to the phone and webpage issue. And you really, really need to realize that there are people out there who for various health reasons can't eat sugar, but who love ice cream, and who would love to patronize your establishment. I go home to Spokane at least once a year, and I would love to, someday, take my family back to Doyle's. I would be thrilled to come back a year from now and write a review singing your praises. Please make it happen! [Edited to add that Doyle's response to this review on their Facebook page mentions that they make their ice cream from a purchased mix that isn't available in a sugar-free form. Kind of puts the kibosh on the whole idea of locally made, home-made ice cream, doesn't it? And they don't want people to be able to call and ask questions either. Sweet.] read more