First time trying this place but I must say I really appreciated the service more than anything…read more The line was almost out the door but the service was still very pleasant. I honestly cannot remember the flavor I had but it was good but not rememberable. I would definitely come back to try other flavors.

This ice cream was SOOOO GOOD. I got a waffle cone with malt fudge, and caramel brownie. Omg. It…read morewas amazing. The service was good and there was a great amount of seating inside! The also have public restrooms which is a plus!

I got cake batter for the second time in a row (brownie batter was a close second during sampling…read morebut I couldn't help myself!) Hubby got cookies and cream (not pictured) and said it was very tasty. His palette is not as forgiving as mine and has specific places he enjoys as far as sweets, so that says a lot. The cashiers were very helpful and gave ample sampling portions. Plus, always love a good neon sign/backdrop for pictures, a clean atmosphere, and other options like cotton candy buckets and smoothies!

NOT allergy friendly. They don't have any idea what's in anything they sell. One of our party has a…read moremild egg allergy, which is normally super easy to accommodate at ice cream places. The ice cream itself was pretty middle of the road. Employees were neither overtly rude, nor especially friendly/helpful. If you're already at the food hall and craving something sweet, it might be worth it just for convenience (assuming you don't care to know anything about the ingredients), otherwise I'd skip it in favor of pretty much any other local ice cream place.

One of Birmingham's only true creameries, where they're making all the ice cream in house. I am a…read moreself proclaimed Ice Cream Snob, but Big Spoon checks all my boxes. Unique flavors, classic flavors, the smell of fresh waffle cones inside. Big Spoon does a ton of business, as they should. The location here in Avondale is great, but not super walkable from any really good restaurants. I would love to see them open another spot on 2nd Ave. I had the strawberry tres leches in a waffle cone and it was delicious. I appreciate the care and craft that went into making sure every bit down to the bottom of the cone had ice cream in it. 10/10.

The Sweet and the Absurd: A Birmingham Creamery's Baffling Economics…read moreTo step into Big Spoon Creamery in Birmingham is to subject oneself to a masterclass in both artisanal delight and bureaucratic absurdity. On my visits--a pilgrimage undertaken reliably every month and a half--the front-line staff have never been anything short of exemplary. They are the cheerful stewards of a deeply baffling system, executing their duties with a warmth that almost distracts you from the institutional quirks around them. I say "institutional" because the management themselves are entirely phantom. They are never seen on the floor. Perhaps this is a calculated evasion; if they were ever present, they would surely have to field a relentless, exasperated inquisition regarding the tragic and ongoing absence of their finest creation: the "Magic City." Why an ice cream parlor would willingly suppress its undisputed masterpiece remains an enduring mystery. Even if the economics of its ingredients demanded a premium surcharge, "Magic City" ought to be enshrined as an immovable staple on the menu. Instead, the menu is a restless, ever-shifting carousel. I concede that a relentless churn of novelty is a virtue to a certain type of customer, but the soul of a great neighborhood institution relies on the comforting reliability of a few anchor flavors. At Big Spoon, just as you develop an affection for a flavor, it vanishes into the ether. Then, we must examine the rewards program, an endeavor so poorly conceived it borders on the avant-garde. The mathematics are punishingly flat: one point per order, regardless of whether the patron spends a single dollar or one hundred. The rational response to such a broken incentive structure is, naturally, to weaponize the system. To extract any genuine value, the savvy customer is forced into a theatrical display of micro-transactions, paying for each scoop separately. It is a loophole that needlessly punishes the very staff who make the establishment shine, forcing them to run the register three or four times for a single family's dessert. Finally, there is the creamery's bizarre pricing taxonomy. A close study of the board reveals an accidental arbitrage opportunity: the customer is objectively better off purchasing two distinct pints of ice cream and two empty waffle cones to assemble on their own time, rather than engaging in the straightforward, intended transaction of ordering ice cream scooped directly into a cone. Whoever is pulling the levers behind the curtain at Big Spoon clearly fancies themselves a clever operator, disrupting the traditional ice cream parlor model with dynamic menus and gamified loyalty. But in their pursuit of perpetual novelty and labyrinthine economics, they have embodied the old proverb perfectly: they are entirely too clever by half.

My favorite ice cream spot - literally a spot! There's enough room to walk in, order and leave…read more They have unique flavors and there's something about the texture. It's a nice smooth/creamy. Very popular weekend spot for families.

Jeni's never disappoints!!! I don't come here often but when I do , I know I'm in for a treat. My…read morerecent visit consisted of a yummy waffle cone with goat cheese / red cherries ice cream. This is my absolute faaaaaaav! The customer service is always friendly. The inside of the ice cream shop is always clean and the ice cream flavors are displayed nicely. Jeni's made me & my taste buds smile!

I went to Insomnia Cookies specifically for the oatmeal chocolate chip walnut cookie, and when I…read moretell you it did NOT disappoint, I mean it! Insomnia is located downtown, and while the parking situation isn't the best, the moment you walk inside and smell those fresh cookies, it's all worth it. My cookies were warm, soft, and crispy all at the same time. Truly hit the spot!

Ordering ahead on the app was super easy. The staff were busy ensuring orders were brought out. The…read morearea was clean as well inside. My suggestion: It was slightly confusing figuring out where pick up and ordering for the first time was. I believe having a section of the counter reserved for pick up will allow the team at this location to make the pick up process smoother. I was waiting with others who had yet to order. The cookies and ice cream was soooo good! the package was perfect for travel back to my home. Just delicious 10/10.

A+ could not be happier to have this in the neighborhood. Michigan Pothole is and the brownies are…read morealways fire. I do miss the snack packs from the food truck, but my man's ice cream always hits the spot.

My guy is starting a new job soon and I'm always looking for some place cool to go and something to…read morecelebrate, so we ended up here one afternoon after lunch. I really liked the vibe as I pulled up. The guy working was very friendly and highly recommended the brownie sundaes, which we gladly obliged and ordered. Even though he was the only person working, he worked fairly fast and no one seemed to be in a hurry which made things all the more better. Prices were reasonable and you get to pick your brownie and all the toppings for the sundae. Don't forget the cherries...they are in the fridge. My guy got the butter pecan ice cream on his sundae, while I opted for the cow tipping flavor. The inside is fun and colorful and I vibed with the music playing from the tv. The brownie was very moist without being diabetic coma sweet. I really enjoyed everything about our visit and I can't wait to go again!

Best ice cream sandwich in Birmingham! Locally owned, great location and family friendly. I have…read moreonly tried the yooey gooey cake ice cream because it's my favorite and why change it up?! It's so good! Not too sweet! The cookies are to die for! Soft, huge and warm!

Some of the best ice cream and cookies in Birmingham! I got the ooey gooey ice cream with a…read moresnickerdoodle cookie on top and it was AMAZING. Such a cute little shop with friendly workers, the perfect place for a sweet treat after dinner

Went here looking for a Sweet treat, but we were met with very unfriendly staff. We went an hour…read moreand a half before close, but they looked at us like we walked in after close and we committed a crime. Icecream was good at least?

Big Spoon Creamery is hands down our favorite ice cream spot in Birmingham, and it's not even…read moreclose. It always hits the spot, no matter the day or mood. The flavors are consistently incredible, but the summer strawberry is our absolute favorite; fresh, perfectly balanced, and something we look forward to every year. We love it so much that we even had them cater our wedding, which was a huge hit with our guests. That alone says everything. If you're in Birmingham and haven't been yet, you're missing out.

I'm a fan. Service was really nice and I liked the array of flavors. No complaints!!!!read more

One last stop before heading home from Bham! I'd had this spot bookmarked and it was a short drive…read morefrom where we ate, so we headed on over to get some dessert. This gelateria is tucked away in a cute area. The road is like...cobblestone? Or very uneven and narrow at least. Wasn't super friendly for our car. Probably better to walk from somewhere else nearby. The inside was super weirdly hot, which was unexpected. Fortunately we were getting our goodies to go. There's very limited seating inside but you could maybe grab a spot if you wanted to. I ordered a scoop of hazelnut gelato and husband got chocolate. The flavor selection is somewhat simple and limited but that's not necessarily a bad thing - product seems very high quality. Service was acceptable, quiet and matter of fact. The serving size was generous. Both gelatos were good, but my hazelnut was great! It was so pleasantly nutty and sweet, and the texture was amazing. I'd definitely order this treat again! Give them a try if you're a gelato fan. Yum!

Nothing beats a good açaí bowl and City Bowl knows how to do it right! It's always my go to option…read morewith a couple locations in the city and all of the locations are great with service, fresh bowls and nice environment . Very quick service too! I had the Bham bowl but forgot a picture! Very yummy!

I haven't had açaí in years but I stopped by here to get coffee and the power house bowl looked…read moreirresistible. I've come back a few times just to get that bowl. Additionally, the staff has been very kind each time I've visited. They've noticed me with my baby and have put forth extra effort to deliver my coffee and açaí to me. I also went to the Hoover location and they delivered my bowl to my car, which I appreciated. Definitely recommend for the coffee and açaí!