I got to say Alyssa and rheya are spot on when it comes to customer service they are kind and quick…read moreI don't even have to wait it seems like and they make the best milkshakes I have ever had and they are always perfect 10/10 would highly recommend both of them for promotions

The custard is tasty and a great summer treat. The wait at this lication was ridiculous. My order…read morefor two cones was taken quickly. It took twenty minutes to receive them. The stand had 4 or 5 workers in the building but it seemed only two were actively working. Many orders also looked like they had to be done over. I have been to four locations and this was the lesser of them.

Food safety protocols seem not to be in place. Stopped in last Sunday to make a purchase. Young man…read morewas leaning over the freezer scraping the side. Meanwhile his hair is hanging over an open container of ice cream. His hair couldn't have been more than an inch away from product. No hairnet, no gloves!! Needless to say, I left and will not ever purchase from this business. Pretty disgusting!!

Two of us came here after lunch for dessert. This is a…read moresmall place in a strip mall, but they have a few tables inside and a lot of tables outside. They have MANY flavors of ice cream, sorbet and drinks. They sell two kinds of hot dogs as well. We both got small cups and I got the caramel with toffee chunks. It was totally awesome! I would get it again for sure. My friend got orange sorbet and loved it. The place was clean, the young lady was friendly and we enjoyed talking with her. I will return here!

What an absolutely exceptional place, a one-of-a-kind welcome addition to the Triangle region! As a…read morelocal farmer myself from Duplin County, seeing multi-generational farmers revitalize a family farm in such a way isn't just encouraging, it's genuinely inspiring. The grounds are fantastic, with multiple food vendors on site, including some of the best empanadas I've ever had, and a gift shop that knocked out most of my Christmas shopping in advance with super unique and local gifts. The highlight of the day, though, was the alpacas, chickens, and goats. Holl & Stone supply free hay and free corn so you can feed them yourself. Thank you to Burton and Dustin for creating such a wonderful community gathering place. We'll definitely be back!

This is a great free activity to do on the weekend. But beware, if the weather is nice, parking is…read morean absolute nightmare lol. They did expand their parking lot but they should add more signage for one-way routes as some of the areas are so small that there is only space for 1 car to squeeze by. There are Alpacas, one llama, goats, and chickens on this farm. I love that they provide hay to feed the alpacas and goats as I usually see that many farms charge for a simple experience like this. They do sell canned and bottled beer on the premises and there are a few food trucks to choose from. My favorite thing here was the Australian style soft serve blueberry basil ice cream. Trust me the line and wait is worth it! The perfect balance of basil and fresh blueberries, still being creamy, but not too heavy. Additionally, they have fire pits and offer roasting sticks if ice cream and food trucks aren't your thing. You can bring your own hot dogs or smores supplies.

I almost hate to leave a review here because it has quickly become my favorite go-to lunch spot…read more Not only does Smallcakes have delicious, tasty, mouth-watering cupcakes but they also offer great deals on lunch items. I can come here for lunch for less than $7 and get either a salad or a sandwich along with my choice of a side and a drink. The atmosphere is right up my alley. The seating area is small but brightly-lit and clean with cheery colors. They've also added a small outdoor seating area as well. As for customer service, I have only seen one person in this venue and I believe she is the owner. She quickly remembers your preferences. For instance, during my first visit I ordered a sandwich on rye bread. This visit I ordered a different sandwich but forgot to tell her what type of bread to put it on. When she walked my order to my table she had remembered to put it on rye bread, which made me feel so special. So now you see why I would love to keep this treasure all to myself

7/16/22: I'm confused. Is this Smallcakes or nah? The inside of their cupcake box has the same…read morepolka dot design, but the cupcakes look different. Finding this place was like going on a scavenger hunt. All you see is an UPS industrial area. You'd never find it unless you call them. Drive into the UPS parking lot, go over the speed bumps, and you will end up at a white building where they will come out and take your payment for the cupcakes. You can call them to order over the phone or go online. Their online portal didn't work for me though. Anyway, we ordered 2 pink chocolates & 1 lemon. The chocolate cake left a weird taste in my mouth, but my son loved the lemon. The chocolate cake was a bit dry too. I did like their cute little touch on the packaging with the ribbon around the plastic bag & the thank you sticker. The customer service needs a little work because the lady taking the order and the payment wasn't very friendly. We went around 3:30 pm, so maybe she was ready to get off work. Who knows? I think I will go back if I don't feel like driving far for a cupcake. Otherwise, I'm going to the real Smallcakes.

Been going here for a few years now, the flavors are off the charts, you can have some samples to…read moretry. The Mangonada is sweet, spicy, sour and fruity all at the same time. Popsicles are good too.

This place is amazing. The ice cream was fresh and clearly house-made, one of the best I've ever…read morehad! The amount of flavors they have is impressive. Im visiting from California and I can say that this creamery is authentically Mexican. Don't miss out on the "pan"-- Mexican sweet bread (pastries) too. Delish!

Howling Cow Creamery is on part of NC State University's working dairy farm. The ice cream is…read moreproduced by the university. If you are looking for the nearby museum, that is the Randleigh Heritage Museum. It is a little further up the road, but appointments are usually required. Howling Cow has parking right outside, just watch the signs, as a few spots don't allow parking because of loading zones. Pets are not allowed, so leave them at home. Howling Cow sells ice cream, milk, sodas, water, cheese and other merchandise, such as clothing and water bottles, inside. The coolers are filled with to-go items, and there is even a separate check-out. If you are looking to enjoy your order there, you order at the register. They are a cashless facility, so remember your credit or debit card. You can get cones, cups, sundaes, and milkshakes. There are a few tables inside, and if you prefer to sit on the covered porch, there are tables and even some rocking chairs. The cows sometimes roam the pastures on cooler days. This visit, I went with the chocolate peanut butter ice cream brownie sundae. I wasn't expecting it to be so big and have as many of the toppings as it did. I couldn't finish it, but they had tops to put on it so you could take it to go. These were near where you pick up your order, so it's easy to grab one if you need one. If you are looking for quality ice cream with a variety of flavors in a peaceful setting, check out Howling Cow.

Nice scenery and delicious ice cream. Appreciated that it is a bit cheaper than other ice cream…read moreplaces in Raleigh. Line out the door but it moved very fast and after I ordered they scooped it so fast. My only complaint is that my friend got a milkshake (comes with whipped cream) and the worker making it used a rag to wipe excess whipped cream off the top of the cup lid. That rag had been used to clean the counter and was dropped on the ground. The other worker fixed it after we complained. But a reminder this place is run by college students haha!!

This place has been on my list for over 6 years and I finally made(few visits over the last few…read moremonths) just can't get enough. I loveeee their pastries, especially the mini ones. I think the last couple times I went it was almost closing time so they were out of a majority of the goodies. I do dream their minis ! The before Dubai pastry was exquisite! Now that I see the video again I wonder how I missed the key lime pavlova The service is always quick and friendly, there's nice seating and I do see some peeps with their laptops or just catching up, and frankly I somehow can't remember more about the ambience just the array of desserts calling my name. We always run in and out as we try and make a pitstop whenever we are close so, just in and out with a plan to savor the grub at home, but end up eating at-least one in the car before driving off. 10/10 recommend!

lucettegrace is a contemporary French patisserie located on Salisbury Street in Downtown Raleigh…read more Renowned former Umstead pastry chef Daniel Benjamin opened it in 2014 and named the shop after his daughters, Lucette and Grace. The café has a seating area if you want to dine in, though I ordered to go. When you enter, the display cases showcase the day's creations of artisanal pastries and savory gourmet sandwiches. The service was incredibly friendly, and the staff member carefully packaged my order so nothing would shift. I tried five of their signature macarons--Apple Cheesecake, Maple Vanilla, Earl Grey Citrus, Root Beer, and Pomegranate -- and also got a Rice Krispies treat with chocolate, a traditional éclair, and a rich brownie. These are definitely not your ordinary desserts; they are high-quality, masterfully executed works of art, and I thoroughly enjoyed every single bite. They also offer a full selection of coffee and other premium beverages. While I lucked out with a spot near the shop, keep in mind that downtown street parking can be tight at times.

Staff is friendly They even have a drive thru…read more We have only tried the ice cream we come for date night but there is also a drive through I guess they have karaoke on Thursdays Very small town vibes mom & pop shop We will gladly come here again :) it's very clean

Great options ! Usually I like my coffee sweet and they had no problem helping me with the best…read morecoffee that would meet my needs. I think I got some white mocha coffee , wish I could remember what they recommended I'll def be back though

When we originally toured our venue at a wedding showcase and SweetWater Ices was there, we knew we…read morehad to have them at our wedding. We did a 4 flavor italian ice cart as a late night sweet treat and it was the perfect thing to enjoy when taking a break from the dance floor! They were very responsive throughout the whole wedding planning process and were lovely the day of at our wedding. Thank y'all!

Peanut butter Italian ice?! Never thought this could exist.. SO amazing! With peanut butter chips…read moretoo! Randomly stopped for a sample in raleigh today and I'm so glad that I did because I was in love!! And the guy was also super super nice!:) Definitely one of the best desserts in the area!

What a fabulous dessert shop! Perfect place to grab an after dinner cocktail and dessert and…read moreconveniently located near St Roch Oyster Bar which is where we had dinner. Service was top notch with friendly folks greeting you the moment you enter the doors. Our bartender was so sweet and so welcoming. Had me a $10 Paloma cocktail that was just right and went to town on dessert. Everything was just delicious. Fresh made whip cream, perfectly balanced sweetness with the desserts and cute atmosphere. Loved my first time here and it won't be my last!

I ordered the pumpkin crème brûlée and the chai espresso martini…read more The pumpkin crème brûlée was good flavor-wise, but unfortunately, the sugar on top wasn't properly caramelized into that signature crunchy layer. Without that contrast in texture, it ate more like a pumpkin custard or pudding than a traditional crème brûlée. As for the chai espresso martini, it was okay, but the flavors were a bit muted. My friends ordered some of the other espresso martini flavors, and after trying theirs, I found those to be much more flavorful. The chai version just didn't stand out in comparison. Overall, neither was bad, but both left a little to be desired. I'd definitely choose a different espresso martini flavor next time.