Y'all... we had ourselves a mighty fine day over in Railroad Square here in Santa Rosa!…read more Since moving all the way from Alabama to Northern California, we've been having the best time. Every time we turn around, we find another reason to love this place. The food has been incredible, the drinks have been top-notch, and the folks we've met have been as friendly as they come. Now let me tell y'all about the real star of the day... Nimble & Finn's Handmade Ice Cream! Now, I don't usually get all worked up over ice cream. It's good and all, but I'm usually more of a "maybe next time" kind of gal. But when I saw they had Lavender Honeycomb... well, suga, you didn't have to tell me twice! Lord have mercy... it was GOOD. I mean, "close your eyes and savor every bite" kind of good. I would've licked the cup clean if I'd thought nobody was watching. The sweet gal behind the counter said Lavender Honeycomb has quite the following, and after one bite, I believe every word of it. So if you're anywhere around Santa Rosa, do yourself a favor and scoot on over to Nimble & Finn's. Grab yourself a scoop--or two--and see what all the fuss is about. I have a feeling you'll be planning your next visit before you even leave the parking lot! Hubby got an Ice cream sandwich Northern California... y'all are sure making it easy to feel right at home.

I scream, You scream, We all scream and crave ice cream from time to time…read more Checking out downtown Santa Rosa, I was really hoping to find an ice cream shop close to the ones I have it home. Small batch, homemade and delicious. We ran right into this cute shop so we popped in. Calm vibe and friendly staff is what you will find here. Their summer menu is serving up all kinds of delicious scoops and I decided to try the matcha strawberry swirl and the sea salt caramel. Nice easy to eat scoops and we ate it all. The matcha strawberry swirl was the best in the terms of two scoops. So creamy and you could still taste the earthiness of the matcha with a hint of strawberry. Very refreshing. The owners of this shop Leandra and Jazmin (sisters) use only organic dairy from Straus Creamery, seasonal produce, house jams, cakes and candy to come up with their takes on classic flavors. They have won several gold medal awards in Sonoma County and the Sonoma County Harvest Fair. This shop is unique in that it makes ice cream cocktails. Yes, with real alcohol. I didn't try one on this day but I was tempted. In addition to this location, they also have a shop in Guerneville.

Pros: The staff is extremely friendly and the interior of the shop is heavily decorated so much…read morepink! The decorations are adorable and make the place look livelier. I usually buy the raspberry cake slice, the macarons, and Whoopie Cookies. I've purchased the cruffles and the macarons as gifts for my friends, and they're always adorned in a cute box with a ribbon bow. There are also gluten-free cupcakes available. They've never disappointed me and I often walk out of the store with a smile and my sweet tooth satisfied. Cons: Street parking can be tricky during busier times. However, it's about a 5 minute walk away from the Santa Rosa Plaza Mall. The cake slices and cupcakes lay on the buttercream pretty thick, which can get overly sweet. Overall: I had been going to Sift Dessert Bar since 2015, and when it closed in 2024, I was surprised to find that the location for the original Santa Rosa store is now owned by a former manager of Sift Dessert Bar! If you missed Sift Dessert Bar, you'll definitely love Blondie's Bakery Boutique. The colorful interior and sweet treats make this shop a must-visit. While I have ordered a cake from Sift Dessert Bar, I have not done so for Blondie's Bakery Boutique.

Received a birthday gift card from a friend a year ago. Put it away but came across it a year…read morelater. Was happy to see not only they went out a year, but they went out a year and a month. Decided to take a drive to Blondie's. The boutique's decor is so beautiful. I could not stop looking around! When I finally looked in the counters I saw how pretty all the homemade baked goods looked. It was hard to make a decision. I chose a few things. I was actually helped by Blondie herself. She was so patient and I definitely did not feel rushed. Read quite a few reinforce coming in and now see why she has such a high score of Yelp reviews. I would definitely recommend that we all support this small lovely bakery on Mendocino Avenue. It's so hard for these small businesses to be successful with the cost to rent and finding employees. Not only will you help support but you will be amazed at all the delicious baked goods. I haven't tried yet, but I have no doubt that they will be delicious!

Absolutely wonderful service! The staff working the register last night (7/1) were helpful and…read morefriendly. Rolled ice cream is an art and it was awesome to see them roll out some delicious ice cream. Love the knowledge the staff had and making sure we got the dairy free options. Such a cute and welcoming environment, with great decor and ample seating. We got the Cinnamon Toast Crunch and Banana Nutella, the banana Nutella made with real bananas! Truly a great experience check them out!

Food - I don't know how you call what we got ice cream. There was no flavor profile in any of the…read moreitems we received. Almost $60 for four rolled ice cream +tip. Definitely not worth it. Service was decent but they didn't go out of their way for anything. Some manual labor because of the splattering of cream and 1 mini candy (yes mini and I mean the small Reese's tiny cup not the mini size - we're talking the ultra mini) mixed in to the ice cream prepared on the ice slab. I think they were going for an Instagram-able vibe but that is definitely was not. Save some money and goto Cold Stone.

How did I not know about this gem previously? Actually, it would be pretty easy to miss: Location…read moretucked away on a side street, in an unassuming little building containing a few other businesses. The interior is sparse and non-descript. But man-oh-man the ice cream is amazing: Dense, rich, and decadent - all made in house by a family who apparently know what they are doing. All your ice cream favorite flavors are available, plus some varieties that are unabashedly in the gourmet category. I've been in this area close to 30 years and I've not had better ice cream.

What an assortment!! You must come here for any ice cream craving. From rice pudding Popsicles to…read moreguava to chocolate covered strawberry! And if they're out of chocolate covered, just ask! They'll do it right there in front of you. And if you don't want a popsicle, there's a ton of different ice cream flavors you can choose from too! The flavors also change which keeps it exciting. GO HERE! Stalk up so your freezer can always keep you happy!

The only thing I regret about coming here is that now every single time I go to Petaluma I'm going…read moreto go out of my way to come back. Seriously, you might think pie is pie, but no, there's pie, and then there's pie from Petaluma Pie Company. Friendly employee and clean area outside the shop is well. So that's good. My only complaint is the eco-friendly fork they provide is absolutely awful. Not sure if it's a Petaluma requirement but real plastic forks would be much appreciated. Regardless, this place is a must-try!

I Spy With My Little Pie…read more This farm-to-table, locally-owned pie shop has been serving up both sweet and savory pie creations in Downtown Petaluma since 2010. They recently underwent an ownership change in 2024 from the OGs, but fortunately, instead of selling to a corporation, they sold it to an employee and his mother to help ensure the original ethos and quality remain intact. The Good: * Their pies are made with locally-sourced and organic ingredients bought from the local farmers market--as well as some fruit that they grow themselves! * Outdoor dog-friendly seating * As mentioned above, they have both sweet and savory pies. We only tried the sweet *oink oink* * Friendly service * Love that they have both full sized pies and smaller ones, so you don't have to commit to a big ol' pie. * We tried their Elvis (PB, banana, and chocolate) and their Black & Blue Crumble and they were both fabulous! I leaned a bit more to the B&B, as I absolutely adored that granola crumble on top, but the Elvis was no slouch either. The Meh: * Interior is small and very cramped. Definitely a grab-and-go type operation. The Ugly: * Parking in DT Petaluma can be a hassle, as it's street parking only, but at least it's free. Conclusion: Fantastic spot to scratch that 3.14 itch--and I'm always itchy!

What a hidden gem that we stumbled upon! We are visiting from Las Vegas, NV. After dinner at an…read moreamazing Asian restaurant in the same strip mall, we couldn't pass up Dave's! Our son had the cookies N cream scoop, which he loved! I helped him with his ice cream, lol!! And it was one of the best CNC I have had - so buttery & delicious! The female staffs were so warm & friendly. The interior offered ample seating & was inviting too.

I was in Santa Rosa for a meeting with my husband and afterwards he suggested that we go get ice…read morecream and found Dave's Gourmet Ice Cream using of course Yelp which is our go to. There isn't a huge range of flavors to choose from but I wanted to try the lemon lime swirl and their mango. Both were delicious and I was having a hard time deciding which flavor I wanted my scoop, the server said do 1/2 scope of each. Delicious! The mango had chunks of fresh mango and the lemon lime swirl you could taste the distinct flavors. My husband had a couple scoops of jamoca almond fudge and agrees on the taste. They make the ice cream by scratch. They also have a coffee bar inside too. Again not a lot of choices but I had the London Fog tea and it was good. I wish they had sleeves for the cups.

I've had an ice cream tooth lately so have been indulging in a lot of sweet treats, and boy did…read moreNoble Folk hit the spot. They have a rotating menu of items along with their mainstays, so depending on when you come, you can try something new. They have standard flavors like vanilla and chocolate, along with some more creative and off the wall like black sesame, I think there was a lavender, and more. I got the flight of 6 mini scoops. I can't remember my exact flavors, but the ice cream is so creamy, not crystallized- it's almost like gelato. I couldn't finish my ice cream because even as a mini it was so much (I should have shared) but it was absolutely delicious. I've been here a few times and there's always a line, but it moves really fast. The folks behind the counter hustle! It's such a cute place and such a mainstay of Healdsburg that I'll be back.

On a hot summer day, ice cream is the best cure. We got the 6 taster flight, 6 big scoops…read more Our flavors- rocky road, strawberry miso, salted caramel, vanilla bean, garden mint chip, and I forgot the last flavor. These scoops were humongous. There were 2 adults and a toddler sharing this and we still couldn't finish. It was super rich and creamy. You need like 3 adults, 2 scoops each. Good deal though. We didn't get the pie since the ice cream was plenty enough.

This is one of those places that you want to keep secret because it's so good (and you don't want…read moreto wait in longer lines!). If you haven't tried this place out yet, it's a must! They have daily selections based off the season and what they're able to source locally. My absolute favorite is the strawberry rhubarb scone, and any of their cheesy breads. You really can't go wrong with any of their goods, and they have the cutest garden space with tables. Definitely don't miss walking through it when you're there!

I read that some people said that this place is no longer as good, and I am here to say that was…read morenot our experience at all. What we ordered: Apricot chocolate chip scone - 10/10. Perfectly baked! These scones remind me a bit of a crumb cake. Such fresh ingredients and large sizing for the price. Strawberry rhubarb scone - 9/10. Not as perfectly baked as the apricot one, but still very good. Fougasse (with potato) - 10/10 Still warm! Hit the spot. Think cheese bread. Lots of different textures and flavors. Sweet bread bohemian - This is GIANT! It reminds me a bit of a raisin bread mixed with a cinnamon roll. The wait was about 10-15 minutes and ours was fortunately behind a very friendly and entertaining dog which passed the time more quickly. It also smells so good, so your mouth is watering by the time you reach the front. You can sit in the garden, which is a pleasant spot to eat your baked goods. Worth the drive!