This place felt like Willy Wonka opened a milkshake bar for the Instagram generation…read more We stopped by Black Rock Dessert while looking for ice cream and instead found milkshakes on steroids. We ordered the Dust Storm: a vanilla milkshake with chocolate bits, topped with a giant blondie skewered dramatically on top, plus whipped cream, sprinkles, and chocolate drizzle. The rim of the jar was coated in marshmallow dip and graham cracker crumbs because apparently subtlety has left the chat. Honestly, the presentation was on point and exactly the kind of milkshake kids dream about. Which is why we ordered it. My tween declared it "the best milkshake I've ever seen in my life," and honestly, that alone made it worth the stop on our mother-daughter trip. Taste-wise, it leaned very sweet for me and didn't have a ton of flavor depth beyond sugar overload. But clearly the goal here is maximal fun and aesthetic, and they absolutely nailed that. It's basically a photo op you can drink. The shop itself was surprisingly quiet when we visited in the evening--we had the whole place to ourselves--but there were games to play while waiting for our order (we pulled out Pick Up Sticks, which transported me straight back to my 90s childhood living room). The ladies at the counter were also incredibly kind and patient explaining the menu and flavors to us. If you're looking for an over-the-top dessert experience your kids will talk about for days, this is your place.

I am a bit torn on Black Rock, but it's a great dessert spot nonetheless…read more Stopped in at Black Rock Dessert on a Thursday evening. Just one lone employee was running the place. In my opinion, it wasn't enough. There was a steady flow of people, and she couldn't keep up with orders and customer service. We opted for two small scoops of ice cream for the kids: chocolate and Cinnamon Toast Crunch. We also ordered the sizzling blonde brownie sundae. It was about $20 for three items. The ice cream was very good, especially the Cinnamon Toast Crunch. Very unique flavor and great texture. The blondie was a bit of a letdown. First, the blondie was not "sizzling". It wasn't even really warm. Only placed in a waffle iron for a few seconds. Second, it seemed very dry and crumbly, maybe even overbaked. I thought the ideas at Black Rock are fun, and I think trying one of their milkshakes should be my next visit. However, there are a lot of great ice cream spots in Reno. For just ice cream, I think there is some heavy competition.

If I could leave more stars, I would. The ice cream is the best I've ever had. It's creamy, rich…read moreand has great flavor. Everything is made fresh, including the ice cream, and the ice cream is made from the owner's own recipes. They pride themselves on quality ingredients and carefully curated recipes, and it shows! The service is excellent too. We arrived just after closing, and the owner still let us in. He was gracious and friendly, and let us stay inside while he cleaned up so we didn't have to go out in the heat to eat it. The store was also immaculately clean.

YELP REVIEW PROMPT…read more Checked on Yelp for a dessert spot that I haven't tried before. Sierra Nevada Creamery and Bakery was a quick four minute walk from our lunch spot so we thought why not! It's located right next to the Pioneer Center for Performing Arts and has a very small parking area. There are restaurants on either side so there is also street parking. It was a warm day so I decided on a double scoop in a cup, one pistachio and one sea salt caramel. The double scoop was huge, definitely no skimping and only $10. There was one person ahead of us and then tons of people piled in after we did so we got there at a really good time! There was only employee working (I think he may have been the owner). I felt so bad because it was just him and he had a line almost out the door but if he was stressed he did not show it. He was friendly and so professional. The inside is pretty small but there some places to sit and if the inside is full the grass area right outside isn't a bad place to enjoy your treats. I would recommend for sure and I definitely want to go back and try a chocolate chip cookie. Things to note: Read his story on the ice cream menu. I enjoyed it and that is what makes me want to return to try the chocolate chip cookie.

Today was my first day out of the house, for a medical exam after being in the hospital 8 days for…read moremajor surgery. I wanted to thank everyone who took care of me, from ER to the surgery center, and from the ICU to the 4th floor. I was happy they offered the cookies to be delivered for me (3 1/2 dozen). Cookies were delivered to the hospital today and I was so pleased with the service and staff at Crave. The business was clean and the cookie selection was amazing. I didn't feel well, but Nick (I hope that is his name) was very kind and helpful with my needs. When I am feeling better, I hope my hubby takes me back so I can get a half dozen cookies and take them home.

Cookies were good, but expensive. The experience here is very similar to Crumbl. However, the…read moreservice was bad. She asked me what I wanted as soon as I walked in the door and I responded, politely, I need a minute. She went to do other things and we made eye contact as I stood near the register, indicating I was ready to order and we waited another 5 minutes. It almost felt vindictive. She also put our cookies on the metal table instead of directly in the box. It was just a really weird experience. The staff were not nice and I don't think I'll be back.

Stopped by RareTea and tried the Mango Matcha, and it did not disappoint! The combination of sweet…read moremango and smooth matcha was perfectly balanced. It's not too sweet and it's incredibly refreshing. The mango flavor complemented the matcha really well, creating a drink that was both flavorful and satisfying. The drink was beautifully made. It was the perfect pick-me-up, especially on a warm day. If you're a matcha fan or just looking to try something different, I highly recommend the Mango Matcha. I'll definitely be coming back to try more of their drinks!

Wow, they have the creamiest organic milk to complement their tea. I grabbed an Iron goddess milk…read moretea and it kept me occupied for my drive from Reno to San Jose. They have the fun small ice too! Great space and nice tea selection. Please come and create your own adventure.

We enjoyed these very much and plan to get others in the future. I think they were a good value,…read moreservice was fast. They tasted great. Cooked thoroughly yet not too tough.

First.. the churros here are delicious…read more.. Brought daughter back here, she decided to order the Captain Crunch shake for $11 and it tasted like water.. the whipped cream was even pretty bland. For the size and the price I would expect a PHENOMENAL shake, not something bland and flavorless. Now we know to stick to the piping hot fresh fried churros!!

Was craving dim sum, decided to give this place a try. Ended up getting a half dozen baked goods…read more(pineapple bun, egg tart, red bean bun, chicken curry, chicken & mushroom, and bbq pork). Grabbed a dim sum combo with a side of sticky rice wrapped in lotus leaf as well. Everything was delicious. The owner is very nice, after talking to them I found out they make all their dim sum by hand! Please support this small business, there's no place that offers the type of true dim sum cuisine here in Reno that they do.

Coming originally from an area where you can find a pretty large range of Chinese/Vietnamese…read morebakeries, I was very excited to find out that Reno had one! Parking is very easy in the shopping center lot. Honey Bakers is a small shop where you order to-go. Highlights The location offers a range of dim sum standards (har gow, siu mai, sticky rice, etc.) that you can order on demand. Around Autumn festival time, there are also mooncakes and other traditional pastries, with lotus, black bean, red bean, taro, egg custard, and other fillings. There is also a long specialty menu of sweet and savory "buns," including steamed and baked char siu bao, coconut pineapple, red bean, and chicken. I don't think I've ever seen so many options in one place, amazing! Turnaround time is pretty fast as well. Lowlights The dim sum prices are "boutique," and by that, I mean much more expensive than dim sum restaurants I've been to. Dim sum doesn't have that many offerings around here, and so you pay for the convenience. The buns are more reasonably priced, but the fillings are on the low side, and some aren't quite as fresh or tasty as I'm used to. Again, demand often impacts these factors, so I can appreciate a small business has to balance things. Overall, a convenient option if you're craving dim sum or Chinese sweets.

It's been a while since we were last here. The menu changed a little…read more My friend made a reservation for 8-10 of us and we were placed back in a little room . The room was pretty enclosed so we didn't experience seeing the DJ or the beautiful ambiance. In fact we could barely hear the music. Next time we make a reservation, we will ask specifically to be seated in the main room. Nevertheless, we ordered the bruschetta that was absolutely delicious and a smoked salmon on a baguette dish. They both were incredibly delicious! Of course we ordered the bottomless Mimosas! Definitely a fun place to eat and drink with friends! Just ask for the main room!

I had a fantastic night at champagne and chocolate for a birthday party! They also hosted a local…read morebaker, breadgirl, and she sold the yummiest pastries! They created a paired drink menu which made the event so much more fun! The atmosphere is pretty dark with fun music and great service. I can't speak for the food, but the truffle fries were great aps!

Wish we could have these more often (chamango). It's a must! If you like Chinese preserved fruit…read morecandy, this is the Mexican Chinese version in slushy form.

This business is super cute colorful cottage set amongst a stretch of pavement full of dull…read morecolorless buildings. It stands alone in regards to first impressions. I enter to a world of colors and all types of dessert drinks. It took like 15 minutes to decide on a cold beverage. So many fresh choices.prickled pear ,cucumber mint agua that they make from the actual fruit! Everything was so perfectly ripe. You could smell it in the air. So i was super excited about having this drink i finally decided on, (pina colada) and they handed it to me. I paid. 9$. And i thanked them and left. It was so good. The freshest pineapple chunks with grated yummy coconut and cool shaved (more like chunky pieces of) ice. I ate it enthusiastically untill about two thirds way and with my spoon pulled up a thick,dark hair. So gross! Ahhh! I freaked out., almost upchucked and got rid of the rest. That was about a month ago. Today. I thought I'd give him another chance it was hot out I really love their menu choices of all the fresh fruits. I went back again and ordered a couple drinks. Another hair like a cherry on top was waiting for her me. It felt racist in a way, im a white girl so maybe? Anyway im digusted and believe in classes that train people for working in the industry to not be this careless when preparing and serving us their products.

Saw their sign was new in my neighborhood shopping center and decided to give them a try. Their…read morewebsite best describes their offerings: "homemade ice cream, paletas (popsicles), and Mexican-style snacks like mangonadas, tostilocos, and bubble wraps. " I opted to try the tres leche ice cream and a scope of chocolate. Both were creamy and delicious. An absolute delightful escape from the excessive heat we have been experiencing Staff were friendly and helpful, even as I took my time deciding on a flavor! I was overwhelmed by all choices! Plenty of parking out front. The store is clean and easy to access with tables if you want to stay and enjoy your treats. I will return to sample more of their delicious offerings.

First time here, just made it in before their closing time, because of course I was craving for…read moregood ice cream... I've heard/read about this place, so decided to try. The place is spacious, cute, and CLEAN! The huge freezer case is packed with so many different kinds of treats. Having no experience with Mexican sweets, I just went for three different kinds of ice cream -- to go. I LOVE good mango ice cream, and theirs is very mango-y. Delicious. I'm not sure if it was ice cream or sorbet, but either way, it was excellent. The other two kinds will be tested tomorrow, but I'm sure they are just as good. I will be going back, often, because life is too short for mediocre ice cream!