"Why do you build me up Buttercup, baby…read moreJust to let me down?" (The Foundations) We bought two Butter Braided Pastries as a school fundraiser for a family friend's student son. We just cooked up the Cinnamon Loaf tonight and it was FANTASTIC. The loaves arrive frozen and you'll have to take them out of their wrappers, cover them with plastic wrap, and let them thaw and rise for 8-12 hours before baking. So you'll need to do some advance planning in order for it to be ready when you want to sample the goods. After our loaf thawed and rose, it was twice as big as when it started off. Next it went into the oven for 25 minutes at 325 degrees. It came packaged with an optional packet of white icing to drizzle across the top, but we didn't choose to use that. The packet says the loaf will yield 11 servings at 180 calories. We tried to faithfully cut our slices accordingly, and did a pretty good job. Each slice weighed in at around 2 ounces. The pastry was super flaky - almost croissant-like. The filling was sweet and decadent, and we didn't miss that optional frosting one bit. All in all, we were very very happy with the way our Cinnamon Braided pastry came out. And best of all, we still have a Cinnamon Roll loaf in the freezer!

We tried 2 kinds. This was the worst example of pastry. Hardly any dough. Was soft not flaky &…read moregrossly sweet. Really tried to like it but was mostly colored syrupy sugar filling with no fruit taste. It smelled artificial. Even the family that sold it hated the overpowering sugar. Wish they had option of the cheese flavor, might have been better.

The lavender latte is so good! This was walking distance from my air bnb, so it was nice to walk to…read morecaffeine! I come several times a year for work, I'll be back!

Mollie has been wonderful both times we've been in the store. The lavender love latte is one of the…read moreBEST lattes I've ever had. The blueberry muffin was delicious as was the blueberry scone I had the following day. My sister got a vanilla iced latte and a lemon poppyseed muffin both times and was equally impressed. Prices are fair and her customer service can not be beat. She has earned herself a few loyal and local customers. I cannot say enough positive things about LOCALiSH. We even had some ice cream while we waited for our coffee and it was some of the best ice cream I've ever had. We'll be back for sure! If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Not to mention the place smells like homemade waffle cones and it's adorable on top of that.

Amazing here the ice cream flavors are amazing the prices are good the customer service is…read moreexcellent I always see them smiling also I have been coming ever since I was really little so childhood core memory

I still love this place, but we went here tonight and my Grandma ordered a hot fudge sundae. We got…read moreit, and she realized there were no pecans on it, so we asked them if they could put pecans on it and they charged us an additional $1.87..... for pecans.

Try the lemon ice cream or just order a shake or malt. No, I'd stick with the lemon ice cream. This…read moreplace is a great place to get ice cream because they literally sell ice cream. You won't be disappointed either because it's big portions and diversity flavors. What more? You can get other food type items here that they also sell. Top notch.

This is a small town place that makes you feel at home. Food is good and it is a great price. If…read moreyou're in the area it is worth stopping by!

Great food and a great staff, small town restaurants doing a great job, they greet you when you…read morecome in and they check on you while your dining

Always good food with the best service!! And such a cool little place in such a cute small town!read more

From the owner: A friendly small town restaurant and bakery.read more

The food was absolutely delicious and the renovation decor is a big labor of love! Counter service…read morewas fast, and the open kitchen was fun to see all the prep work. The decor is nostalgic and fits the exposed brick perfectly. We would love to have this bakery in our hometown where I could shop for bread, pastries weekly. Highly recommend!

Stopped in expecting a simple coffee and pastry, got a side of unsolicited political opinions…read moreinstead. Not really what I go out for. The vibe was weird, and it made the whole experience kind of uncomfortable. Probably won't be back.

Thee best taffy of all time! Been getting it there ever since I was a kid and it hasn't changed!read more

Great hand scooped ice cream selection - about 15 types to choose from, which made it easier to…read moredecide which type I wanted today. The location is located in the middle of a lot of fun stores in the heart of Arnolds Park. The staff were friendly and effective to serve many customers wanting ice cream. Sweet Memories had other items to sell, but I was so focussed on ice cream -that I have no idea what they have to offer. Considering the moderate number of customers - they must have similar quality of other items

It is always a joy to come here. The ladies who own it are always so friendly. The food is always…read moredelicious. The attention to detail Is superb. We love looking at the beautiful decor. I've been coming here with my Grandma ever since I was six years old, and it never gets old!

Such a peach of a novelty in a small town! My mom, Mother-in-law, and Sister-in-law, created a…read morebirthday group! We would go here to eat and sit and visit, and shop amongst the beautiful things to buy hanging up all around you as decor. You see it, you like it, it's yours! Very fun displays, linens, atmosphere, and it is in the upper eshelon for Tea Shop Restaurants by my opinion! Debbie is a star, and shows her caring ways to everyone! Never have I been disappointed with the food, or time spent there. You are welcome to sit and enjoy. You are never kicked out for having a long lunch, it is what they expect! So, if you have limited time, let them know ahead of time, and they will take care of everything! I cannot say enough wonderful things about this family, and their love for the public, and Fort Dodge, Iowa! GO HAVE YOURSELF A MARVELOUS TIME!! 5 STARS!