I attempt to be vegan sometimes because I want to feel healthier. However, a lot of vegan food is…read morebland or too healthy (like sometimes I want ice cream and not some açaí bowl). What I like about creamistry is that you can basically make any ice cream base vegan. Since they use the liquid nitrogen thing, you can have ice cream that tastes pretty close to the real thing. Two thumbs up. It's a tiny place with like only 5 tables, but it's cool to watch the liquid nitrogen process, especially for little ones who get excited by the excess gas flowing out and making it seem like they have smoke machines on their ice cream machines. Lots of options for flavors and toppings, so you'll find something for everyone here, including those croffles (waffle ice cream, but I have not tried nor have seen anyone else try). It's a bit pricey, but you pay for the experience. I've paid more for a lot more mediocre ice cream (that wasn't vegan) so ultimately I think this is a good place. TLDR; vegans rejoice--we have ice cream!

I was about 30 mins early for our 6 pm dinner reservation with friends, so I decided to check this…read moreplace out and get some pre-dinner dessert. They served ice cream that's frozen with liquid nitrogen. I got a regular order of their sea salt caramel crunch. I don't have much of a sweet tooth, but salted caramel is one of my favorite flavors. The portion size was just right and it was good!

This ice cream shop has been on my list for a while, and I finally got the chance to try it--it…read moredefinitely did not disappoint! We sampled a few different flavors and ultimately went with a two-scoop cup of black sesame and ube (the main reasons I wanted to visit), plus a two-scoop cup of Blue Moon and peach. The black sesame had a very strong, rich flavor with a slightly grainy texture that I absolutely loved, you can tell they use real, high-quality ingredients. The ube was incredible and had that authentic, natural ube aroma. It's so hard to find ube desserts that don't taste artificial or rely on weird purple food coloring, but this one nailed it. My husband got the Blue Moon and peach, which were both super refreshing and perfect for summer. Best of all, none of the flavors were not too sweet! I'll definitely be back to try more of their menu!

Always some of the best ice cream in Arizona. One of my favorites is the mango sticky rice. You can…read morealso ask for any samples too which is nice. Staff is helpful and I had to grab a pint to go too.

Adrian and Rhiannon were very helpful. they let me sample a few flavors before I finally decided on…read morewhat I was going to get. Adrian even made me a fresh waffle cone. I definitely recommend!

The ice cream is average. They have a good selection, but we could not get past how disgusting and…read moredirty it was everywhere. The bathroom was filthy. No attention to detail on walls, floors or even the mirror. Patio outside stained everywhere and not just from today. Entrance with windows and ice cream sandwiches seats were also fithy. Part of having a business is taking care of ALL of it.

Scoop, scoop, hooray! I'm the 400th review for this business on Yelp…read more Since trying Handel's at previous Yelp events, I've had on my radar to try at one of their locations. Especially since my boyfriend loves ice cream. Today we made a lunch date when he was visiting town, complete with ice cream to cool us down on this warm July day in Arizona. We opted to eat in my car with air conditioning, though they have bench seating outside. In cooler months, I'm sure that seating is nice to sit at to enjoy your treat. What We Ordered: - Monkey Business scoop in a dipped waffle bowl: My boyfriend throughly enjoyed and said it was very banana forward; which is a plus for him. I personally hate banana, so he had something for once that I didn't take a girlfriend bite out of. - S'mores scoop in a dipped waffle bowl: Very interesting to have the base be graham cracker, but I really enjoyed. Love the little chocolate bits to add a crunch as you eat, though the mini marshmallows have a weird texture to me. Still a solid scoop, and I'll try other flavors when we return. Definitely looking forward to the location opening on Signal Butte, but glad we didn't wait until that opened to try. Delicious and I'm sure I'll visit the new location opening by my house.

We've been to several Handel's locations over the years, and unfortunately, this was by far our…read moreleast favorite. First, the location itself is very small and cramped inside, and there isn't any outdoor seating, which made it difficult to enjoy our ice cream. The biggest disappointment here was the customer service. My friend ordered a milkshake for her two toddlers to share and politely asked if the extra half could be poured into a second cup. The employee had to ask the manager, who immediately said no. My friend explained that other Handel's locations have happily done this before, and even offered to pay for the extra cup. The manager still refused and told her she'd have to purchase two separate milkshakes instead. The request wasn't for extra product--just a second cup for two small children to share. What made the experience worse was the manager's attitude. She came across as rude and dismissive rather than trying to help find a reasonable solution. We understand that every location has its own policies, but customer service goes a long way. Unfortunately, between the cramped space and the poor experience with the manager, we won't be returning to this location.

My first time here and I'm so obsessed with their decor! Staff are all so nice and welcoming. Have…read moreno fear if you're an indecisive girl like me because they allow you to sample flavors before ordering. I love that there's different options. They have soft serve, italian ice, and different ice cream flavors. It's really hard to decide when everything tastes so yummy. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. A great place to be with a group of people.

I've been to Joe's a couple of times and the staff here is super friendly. It's right next to Old…read moreTown Taste so definitely a great spot for dessert after. I've tried their banana split and Joe Latti the last few times I had come by here. They have lots of rotating Italian ice flavors so there is definitely something for everyone. The ice is very soft and doesn't taste too syrupy. I think the contrast of the fruity Italian ice flavors pairs well with the vanilla soft serve that they have on the Joe Latti. Stamp cards are also offered here, which is something that I have not seen in a long time. There is lots of seating here as well, and the lines move quickly. It's also convenient that they have a drive through here.

After a hot day touring the ASU campus and Encanto Park, we decided we definitely needed a sweet…read moretreat, so we stopped at Churn. There isn't any indoor seating, so this is more of a grab-your-ice-cream-and-go kind of place. After being out in the Arizona heat all day, we didn't mind one bit! My friend got a scoop of peanut butter pecan in a pretzel cone, which I thought was such a unique combination. She said it was really tasty, and I have to admit the pretzel cone definitely caught my attention. My daughter went with peanut butter ice cream in a waffle cone. The waffle cones are made homemade right there, and they also make their cookies in-house, which made everything feel extra special. I ordered a salted caramel sundae with butter pecan ice cream, and let me tell you--it was amazing! It was the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and creamy. My sundae also came with a cookie, so of course I had to try it, and it was so good. You could definitely tell it was freshly made. After spending the day exploring Arizona in the heat, ice cream was exactly what we needed. Churn was the perfect way to cool down and end our day on a sweet note!

Adorable little ice cream shop with novelty and old fashioned candy lining the wall opposite the…read moreorder counter. What a great custom menu with lots of creative choices for ice-cream, ice-cream sandwiches, shake and floats, coffee and coffee desserts. Custom rotating flavors that we tried and sampled as we decided. Love how there's a secret back entrance to the ice cream parlor from Windsor Cocktail Bar next door. This is part of a cluster of good restaurants of different types along Central Avenue in Uptown. Parking available right in front of the entrance as well as around back in a private parking lot. I was so tempted by several items on the menu, but since I had just had a large lunch, I chose to try a single scoop of the Vietnamese coffee ice cream. So delicious and I loved the tiny specks of coffee. Hubs got a double scoop of strawberry ice cream, and my son got a strawberry shake. We all really enjoyed the interior and decor of the ice cream shop and the high-quality and good flavors of the ice cream. Service is really great here. The ladies were really working hard and going as fast as they could, and it didn't look easy scooping the large scoops of frozen hard ice cream. There was a line out the door on the Saturday afternoon that we showed up that moved quickly.

Amazing flavors and service! I definitely want to go back and try all the new flavors!read more

Came in last night about 5 minutes before close. Guy at the counter was super friendly and…read moreinformative. The ice cream options are wonderful. Much different from the norm. My husband did their chocolate & peanut butter and I had their birthday cake & cinnamon. Each scooped into a fresh waffle cone. They offer cups from small to large also. Their ice cream is made fresh daily! The texture is perfection! Light creamy and luscious. It actually comes from a local dairy farm, just can't get any better than that. It was great. Note-You can take home pre-scooped pints and quarts. Additionally, they sell fresh made butter, cheese and marscapone, ALL from their dairy farm as well! There's a few food trucks, serving far more than ice cream that pop up at many local events from this crew too! Check their website for details. Stop in here to get the entire run down of their fantastic ice cream and extended business. It's a fun location that deserves community support, and clearly a passionate place that you taste in every delicious bite!

The employees were so nice and helpful when they helped us with questions about the product, and…read morethe store was adorable and clean as well!

If you're looking for a sweet treat in Gilbert, Frost Gelato at SanTan Village absolutely delivers!…read moreThe service was quick, the staff was incredibly friendly, and they happily offered tons of samples so we could find our perfect flavors. I split a medium with the Strawberry Champagne and Aperol Spritz flavors, and wow...the Aperol Spritz was absolutely outstanding! It was bright, refreshing, and unlike any gelato I've had before. The Strawberry Champagne was delicious too, with a light, fruity flavor that paired perfectly. My daughter loved the Biscoff gelato, and my son couldn't get enough of the Peanut Butter. Every flavor we tried was rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. They proudly claim to have "The Best Gelato in America" on the front of the shop, and after this visit, I think I might have to agree! We'll definitely be back.

Stopped in to try today's slice special (Only Tuesday- Thursday) had 2 slices of Margarita pizza…read more It was great, moist, great flavor, good chew. Even took 2 slices home for the wife w thoroughly enjoyed them. This is a great lunch spot.

Yep, this is a local favorite as evidenced by the queue and it is now a favorite of ours!…read more I ordered a small cup containing South African Dark Chocolate and I was richly rewarded. When next our sweet tooth barks at us, Gelato Dolce Vita will be high on our list.

A Nostalgic, Must-Visit Dessert Destination in Old Town Scottsdale…read more Our party of six visited the Sugar Bowl for dessert following a friend's birthday dinner. Upon our arrival, we were accommodated immediately and seated without any delay. The parlor features a wonderful, nostalgic aesthetic reminiscent of the late 1900s. Its menu is remarkably expansive, offering an impressive variety of options that goes well beyond what one might typically expect from a traditional dessert establishment. The service we received was patient and polite. While one of our table's orders was initially overlooked, the staff corrected the mistake instantly as soon as we brought it to our server's attention. As the name implies, the menu leans heavily into decadent, sweet treats; those looking for lighter or tart options like yogurt variations will find limited choices, but the indulgent selections are perfect for traditional dessert lovers. The surrounding neighborhood adds significantly to the appeal, offering an excellent Old Town atmosphere filled with art galleries, historic shops, and artifacts. If you are visiting the nearby Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA), enjoying dinner in the area, or simply taking an evening walk, I highly recommend stopping by the Sugar Bowl for its unique historical charm and experience.

Down to the last 4 restaurants on my America 250 series, representing Arizona, I decided to go with…read morean iconic local business where I'm from in the Phoenix area. I considered several options in Phoenix area to review, but I decided to go with the iconic Sugar Bowl in Old Town Scottsdale. It's been in business since the 1950's and has been a staple for 7 decades in Old Town. The inside is 1890's decor of pink & white wallpaper/decor like an old fashioned ice cream parlor. They have a bar area and standard seating. I remember I first went here when I was in high school in late 90's/early 2000's. Ice cream was always top notch. I used to get the Buster Brownie, which was this big brownie sundae with vanilla ice cream, goeey marshmallow topping, whipped cream, & cherry on top. It was awesome! I loved that way back then. I got lunch there once or twice; pretty good sandwiches, but the real highlight is the ice cream. My most recent visit was in Jan. 2022 with my dad. We decided to pop in for ice cream. It was as delicious as I remembered.