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Haven't been here in years and it did not disappoint. A pretty traditional ice cream shop that has all the common flavors but some added flavors that are a more of new but oldies. My ice cream was a vanilla base with chocolate waffle cone and graham crackers. Clever name. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very busy in a Friday night![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Great service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Clean shop and eating areas inside and outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Great ice cream! There were so many flavors to choose from. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The location was a little hidden, but it is a very cute atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The only reason I gave it 4 instead of 5 stars was because the waffle cone was not my favorite. [[HIGHLIGHT]]However, the ice cream was still great and it's a lovely place to take familie[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]s! read more

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This place left a little to be desired. I ordered two scoops in a waffle cone. By the time I got to the second flavor, the I e cream was dripping out of the waffle cone. So, I didn't really get to enjoy it and had to throw away half of the bottom flavor. I assume that they make their own waffle cones and this one was not made very well. And - everybody in my family teases me when I eat ice cream because they say I eat it as though it's a race - because I love ice cream. So, I'm supremely confident that I was eating my waffle cones and 2 scoops fast enough. To be honest, I was really excited about this place, but the ice cream just wasn't that fulfilling. I will not return. read more

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Letitia J.

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This place has really good ice cream! I got the Midnight Chocolate and Peppermint Fresh. You can get half and half for one scoop. The ice cream was quite creamy. They have so many interesting and fun options. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is a very family friendly place; there were so many families when we tried out the spot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Parking is easy; there are parking spots on either sides of the street. The workers behind the counter were super nice and willing to let us try samples. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall, it was a great vibe![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I would come back here again. read more

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Great ice cream, rich full flavors made with real ingredients worth stopping in and having a scoop or two. Service was super friendly and welcoming. My favorite flavor I've tried so far has been the raspberry truffle chocolate but lots of really cool different chocolate flavors worth trying read more

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Service was great and staff were friendly. A wide range of flavors that were all excellent. Would return again. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute, small creamery in the heart of Mountain Brook![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We have been a few times and the service was great each time. They have a good selection of ice creams, particularly their chocolate flavors! It's better than some of the more popular chain dessert places, plus it's nice to support something local! read more

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Krystal H.

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Love this quaint creamery.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Tons of chocolate options and so many more. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Love the town and atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small space so might have to walk around or stand but such a great location.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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My sis wanted to come here since she saw it on a reel. The place is such a cute ice cream shop and reminds me of the one I went to in Tennessee. The staff was so friendly and patient because we weren't sure what to get. They have one cold section just for chocolate ice cream, so if you are a chocolate lover, then you should definitely try it and get a flavor. I got the pecans praline and it was good and creamy. My mom got a coconut ice cream, and of course, my sis got chocolate. This is a great place to stop and have a treat as you walk around Mountain Brook. read more

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Fresh waffle cones! Ice cream itself is delicious with a wide variety of flavors. The most varieties of chocolate ice cream I've ever seen! read more

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Nicole H.

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Cute little ice cream shop. We made a rookie mistake! Unless you are super gluttonous do not order two scoops! After a line of regulars ordered after us many got the Jr scoop! Wish we had known. The JR scoop was plenty! They make their waffle cones in house and they are so tasty! Highly recommend! read more

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Kristen C.

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It's like ice cream from God himself. Located in the heart of mountain Brook - small inside area and this place fills up, so sometimes you have to wait in line outside. They have a ton of flavors and rotate seasonal items, which is always fun to try. They had pumpkin and an Apple strudel on deck this time! Fast service and the most delicious ice cream. read more

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Tiffany S.

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We visited after my 6 year olds appointment at children's, they were so sweet & accommodating to our little man. The flavors were amazing, it was so hard to decide which one I wanted, lol. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The shop was so cute & I loved the little kid section in the back with books.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I also loved that they had diapers & wipes in the bathroom if needed, a lot of places don't even have a changing table.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Unfortunately, I didn't think to get pics, but I can't wait to go back!! read more

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Jentile W.

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My local go to for ice cream. Mostly traditional flavors- you wont find any wasabi lime or fig goat cheese here. But they do have alot of selections and the kids love the superman and birthday cake. I have bought many cakes here but prefer the ones at another vendor which has a larger ice cream to cake ratio. Staff very very nice and usually very busy!! read more

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Shellie A.

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Greeted as soon as we entered, very friendly, & samples are provided if requested. Good amount of options with ice cream types, flavors, toppings, and serving styles. Very generous portions. Ice cream is insanely creamy and one of the best chocolate flavors I've ever had in an ice cream. The interior is an average ice cream shop that is inviting and has plenty of seating. Friend got a strawberry cheesecake that was delish as well. A must try, & a must return often, kind of place. read more

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JJ C.

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Atmosphere: Mountain Brook Creamery is a cute ice cream shop with indoor seating and some benches outside. The display cases are quite big, and there is a good selection of flavors offered. Service: The people who helped us were friendly and attentive. We tried some of their flavors as samples, and we felt no rush to make our decision. Food: We got a scoop of the Stellar Coffee, Mango Sorbet, and Red Raspberry Sorbet in cups. For a $4 single scoop, the scoops were huge! The Stellar Coffee was rich and smooth. The chunks of coffee and chocolate really elevated the coffee notes, and the ice cream overall had a good balance of sweet and bitter flavors. The Mango and Red Raspberry Sorbets were the perfect fruity treats to enjoy after walking outside on a hot day. The Mango Sorbet tasted exactly like a fresh mango, and the Red Raspberry Sorbet had a great tartness that made the berry flavor stand out. Overall: Mountain Brook Creamery has reasonable prices and a wide selection of flavors, from fruity to vanilla and chocolate varieties. Their ice cream was refreshing, and we would happily stop by again if in the Mountain Brook area! read more

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Staci J.

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After a nice stroll at The Botanical Gardens, we stopped by Mountain Brook creamery for a quick treat. It was our first visit and walking in reminded me of my childhood when my mom would take us to get ice cream. They have a decent variety of flavors to choose including the standard chocolate, vanilla and strawberry. I chose the moose track flavor and my friend chose the blueberry cheesecake. No complaints here. It was full of flavor and creamy. It was nice to just sit and enjoy the goodness. The staff was friendly. Greeted you when you came in and made sure to acknowledge you when you left. The simple basics of customer appreciation never gets old. I think this may be our new next stop after visiting the gardens. read more

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Tyler M.

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Right when you walk in, the smell of waffle cone batter hits you and smells fantastic. Every ice cream place should smell like this. Inside there are 2 huge freezers with different flavors to choose from. I went with a single scoop of peach in a cake cone. Ice cream was delicious and superb quality. It was only $3.50 I think so I was very pleased with the value. Not hard to find other ice cream joints that charge much higher. There are several nice benches outside to sit and enjoy the weather and people watch on a cozy street in Mountain Brook. Great local spot when in the area! read more

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Bonnie K.

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Great ice cream and they make great ice cream cakes! Have ordered lots over the years and never been disappointed.

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Sophie Y.

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I feel obligated to compare this place to Big Spoon Creamery so people can make an informed decision before blowing their calorie budget. The texture of the ice cream is different than Big Spoon. At MBC it is denser and has a harder consistency. Big Spoon's ice cream caves more easily to a spoon. Not soft serve but not rock hard either. Both shops have creamy and high quality ice cream, but they just taste different. MBC has ~30 flavors vs Big Spoon's 12. MBC does not make their own ice cream; it is shipped from Florida. I am certain Big Spoon makes their own ice cream. MBC does not allow dine in now, while Big Spoon does. I like Big Spoon more but would not turn down a request to go to Mountain Brook Creamery. read more

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Jennifer G.

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Always friendly kid friendly patient service, which is needed with little ones. My go-to is the Superman/Rainbow looking one. It's not quite vanilla but whatever it is, it's amazing!!! read more

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Scott G.

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Shit's absolutely fire. I don't care if they don't make the cream in-house, the array of flavors are fantastic and I have to get it like once per week. 10/10 will go frequently in the summertime. read more

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Lucy T.

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Who knew there was another creamery besides the Edgewood Creamery? Not me! This place is called the Mountain Brook Creamery, but I'm not sure I was even in Mountain Brook. It was right across the street from the Birmingham Zoo and the botanical gardens. They open late...till about 10:30pm, so when I came here at 9:00pm there was a literally a huge line going out the door. I thought it would be empty, but I was totally wrong, and for good reason. The ice cream here is amazing! There were probably about 20 flavors total along with soft serve, malt shakes, frozen yogurt options, and lots of cakes. I got one scoop of the smurf ice cream. They had three different cones you could choose from or you could get your scoop in a styrofoam cup. Let's be real now. Why would you do that?? The cone is some of the best part! I got the medium sized one, but I'll probably get the huge waffle cone next time. The smallest cone was just a little too small. The smurf ice cream was definitely one of the best flavors I've ever had. It was blueberry ice cream with marshmallow pieces inside. The only thing that was difficult about ordering here was that there were so many people in the store, you couldn't possibly see all the options cause people were standing everywhere. I just went with an option that was right in front of me, and it happened to be delicious! But you really can only see maybe 2/3rds of what they had to offer. So if I were to come back, I'd come during a slow time of the day so I can really see what all they have. There is seating inside too, but it's really loud. They have seating outside too which wasn't so bad at night since it isn't super hot, and there are so many customers you feel safe being outside so late. read more

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Dariana D.

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Hands down the best ice cream in Birmingham! The mint chocolate is out of this world good and the kahlua with almonds and fudge to die for! The ice cream is so creamy, yet not filling. It's perfect. This shop is so cute and dainty, any time of day snack or date. Highly recommend while you visit the village. Perfect spot to take an out of town visitor! read more

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Cute little ice cream shop. Nice to hit one that isn't the big franchises or huge chains! I chose the "Special Praline" after asking what makes it "Special" and the answer is that it has praline clusters in it. "Uh, doesn't all praline ice cream?" I was digging through the ice cream and did find the band of pralines and they were quite good. Creamy and tasty ice cream. read more

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Chloe S.

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This place has SO MANY flavors. You can't taste test because of COVID right now, but the praline was my favorite out of the 4 flavors I tried. (I got two scoops and my mol got two scoops) can't wait to come back and try some others. They make their waffle cones in house and they were really good! read more

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Evelyn H.

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The ice cream ice is delightful and the workers are amazing, the setting is joyful! I recommend coming here!

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Robert B.

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AmazIng array of flavors including the no-fat, very low calorie soft serve in chocolate and vanilla and you can get a combo swirl. Also a quaint little place with benches on sidewalk where you can sit and watch while you eat. read more

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Amy S.

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Classic ice cream shoppe in the quintessential Mountain Brook village. The inside was recently renovated and I believe it is a fun, inviting space. Plus, you can't beat the sweet smell of the freshly made waffle cones. If you are looking for quality ice cream and lots of options, this is the place for you. If you are a chocolate fan, do not delay...I believe they had 12 unique chocolate flavors. They also have sorbet if that is your thing, as well as milkshakes and banana splits. read more

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One of my favorite spots for dessert! Hand packed real ice cream in a couple dozen flavors with easily 8 different chocolate-containing choices. It is fun and we will skip dessert at many nearby restaurants in favor of driving there after. Sister store in Homewood tastes the same without quite the atmosphere. read more

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Kaitlyn M.

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So good! We were visiting from out of town and had to stop it. I got smurf and it was fantastic!

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We came by here yesterday for a quick snack to finish out our afternoon! This is such a cute little gem in the heart of mountain brook village. They have lots of options of difference ice cream. They also have soft serve. I'm a sucker for hand dipped ice cream though! I had the pistachio in a homemade waffle cone. It was fantastic! Whole pistachios!! So yummy! My husband had the peanut butter cup and it was great too! Definitely stop in and give this super cute place a try! read more

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Carl S.

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Great place for a sweet treat. Tons of options and flavors. Generous portions and the staff are very nice and accommodating. Nice place to hang out too. Home made waffle cones are excellent! read more

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Im an ice cream lover at heart, it might just be my favorite edible thing on this planet! So I judge my ice cream to high standards, and man this place is one of the best ice cream shops I've been to. Honestly the best cake batter ice cream I've ever had in my life. The chocolate cookie cheesecake was pretty good, but was overshadowed by the cake batter. Come here and splurge yourself! read more

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Tyler M.

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The ice cream here is absolutely amazing. The customer service is where things start to go south... There we're empty trash cans sitting out that took a tall young man five and a half minutes to change while he and the other female worker talked to their friends and did not help the one older guy who ended up serving the whole line of people. I also did not enjoy when I was ready to place my order, I was greeted by "What's up?" from the taller young guy. Overall, the experience was okay. The ice cream really was great though! read more

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Gregory S.

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Unique: Variety of chocolate flavors (spicy to mild to double chocolate), not soft-serve, but good quality Neighborhood: small, English village-style Mountain Brook downtown area w/ other shops for browsing or shopping Seating: there's a good amount of seating for 2 or a few booth seats, and al fresco if its crowded Service: employees were nice, friendly, and attentive Good Idea: stop in on a warm day after shopping in the mountain brook boutiques or the zoo and botanical gardens around the corner...your best friend, date, kids, or in-laws will enjoy the experience read more

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What a cute little ice cream shop! It smelled so wonderful when we walked in. They were making waffle cones and you could smell the cinnamon in the air, which confirmed that we would be having our ice creams in freshly made cones. Lots of flavors to choose from, so it took us a while to sample a few and decide. They have all kinds of toppings, a case full of ice cream cakes, shakes, malts, sundaes, brownies, and cookies. The ice cream that they sell is really good product. Very rich, creamy and full of flavor. The one negative is that they a sticker posted on the counter stating that you will be charged .40 if you use a card and not pay with cash. Please! Don't be cheap and pass on your transaction fees to your customers, that's the price of doing business. I mean really, who carries cash nowadays?? So I'm sure that we'll be back since those waffle cones were so good, and it is ice cream season read more

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Great service and great selection of ice cream. Best is their daily homemade waffle cones!

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The ice cream choices are incredible with beautiful views of Mountain Brook! Buried in the center of town, great place to recharge with a scoop of pumpkin or coffee ice cream and check out the local shops. The customer service was incredible and bathrooms available. read more

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Soooo my baby girl wanted ice cream, and we came to Yelp to locate a place different. One good thing is they are open later than normal places which was good. But whoever the young lady was fixing our ice cream must have been a lil chilly bcuz her attitude was cold, and short. Lol lame right. Overall it's a good spot to grab & go. And they have the option of curbside #winning. read more

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More info about Mountain Brook Creamery

2715 Cahaba Rd
Mountain Brook, AL 35209
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(205) 870-0092
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https://www.bhamcreameries.com

Hours

What time does Mountain Brook Creamery open?

Mountain Brook Creamery opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Mountain Brook Creamery close?

Mountain Brook Creamery closes at 10:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM

Payment methods

Does Mountain Brook Creamery take credit cards?

Yes, Mountain Brook Creamery takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Mountain Brook Creamery have catering options?

Yes, Mountain Brook Creamery does have catering options.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Mountain Brook Creamery have bike parking?

Yes, Mountain Brook Creamery has bike parking.

Does Mountain Brook Creamery have parking?

Yes, Mountain Brook Creamery has parking options. Street Parking

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Does Mountain Brook Creamery have free WiFi?

Yes, Mountain Brook Creamery has free WiFi.

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Milky Way Brownie Bar

4.7(15 reviews)

1.8 mi

I was in search of some ice cream this afternoon and this quaint shop popped up. Let me tell you…read more.. this is the BEST brownie I have eaten in my 23 years of life! Upon walking in I was offered multiple samples (which were all amazing)! I got the Butterscotch brownie with the Cow Tippin ice cream. CHEFS KISS! Mr. Ali, you have a great thing going! I will be back soon! With more people at that! (Brownie was to-go)

I came here with my friend Natalie one night after dinner last week since it's so close to my…read morehouse. I've been meaning to try this place. We definitely always need more late night dessert spots around here. Service was good. The employee was nice. I tried a few samples and decided on the Lemon Cheesecake scoop. I really enjoyed it at first, but towards the end it tasted a bit like lemon cleaner or chemicals so I don't think I will be getting that flavor again. The shop itself seemed really nice and whimsical though.

Pistachio brownie. These brownies are some of the best I've ever had! So perfectly fudgy and chocolatey

Toy display at the Milky Way Ice Cream Bar.

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Brownie sundae with cow tipping flavored ice cream, whipped cream, cherries, chopped pecans and hot fudge

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

4.5(126 reviews)

2.4 mi

I mean, it's fantastic ice cream. I am a major fan of the Brambleberry Crisp. It's well-known for a…read morereason. This is a great location, too. I came on a Monday afternoon with a couple friends and I believe there was only one person working, she was so nice. The outdoor seating and lights along the road at Pepper Place make this a perfect spot for summer nights.

Jeni's is always a comfort. The staff is always nice, letting you try the flavors. The best part is…read morethat they are open late, who doesn't love a late note sweet treat! See you soon!

Buttercream Birthday Cake and Double Dough

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La Nueva Michoacana

4.4(9 reviews)

3.2 mi

Me and friend made a stop at La Nueva Michoacana to grab some ice cream to go, and I'm so glad we…read moredid. Even though I wasn't planning to stay, the inside immediately caught my eye it was bright, fun, and full of energy, the kind of place that makes you want to come back just to hang out. I was completely unsure of what to order because there were so many options, but the staff was incredibly kind and patient. They offered recommendations, explained the different flavors, and even let me try a few samples so I could figure out what I liked! I ended up choosing a caramel vanilla-based ice cream, and it was delicious!! So rich, smooth, and not overly sweet. The whole experience felt welcoming from start to finish. Even for a quick to‑go stop, they made it memorable, and I'll definitely be returning to explore more of their enticing menu!

I have no trouble with most employees not speaking a word of English. That's a good sign of…read morelegitimacy! The trouble is finding a bug swimming in my yogurt cup. From a sealed cup! See pic. My trouble is asking for a receipt and getting denied to have one. Denied! That doesn't look legal, does it? So, an absolute no!

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Pistachio!

Bendy's Cookies & Cream

4.6(89 reviews)

2.8 mi

First time trying Bendy's and it did not disappoint! Got a scoop of the strawberry buttermilk and…read morebirthday cake cookie dough, both packed with great flavor. The staff was friendly and let me sample a few different flavors before deciding, which I always appreciate. Went around 4pm on a Sunday and it wasn't too crowded, which was nice since the parking lot is a bit small -- worth keeping in mind if you're going during a busier time. Overall a great experience and I'll definitely be back to try more flavors!

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!

Cinnamon Apple Pie

Ooey Gooey ice cream with Snickerdoodle cookie

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Big Spoon Creamery

4.8(80 reviews)

2.2 mi

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Came with a group of 10 after dinner. Every one got to taste any flavor and we got through with…read moresplit scoops of probably every flavor. Service was fast and friendly. Ice cream was delicious. Loved the kids table and sitting in the back with coloring pages and books. Parking was very difficult since it was a busy Friday night. We had to park on a one way street and walk all the way around with two kids. Why are the curbs there so high? But the ice cream was totally worth it.

Solid ice cream from Big Spoon, once again. This was my first time going into the Edgewood…read morelocation, and it had lots of seating options inside. The lactaid on the counter is funny. I had a scoop of the cookies and cream with some salted caramel drizzled on top. The waffles cones my friends got smelled good and looked really fresh.

Strawberry Elderflower Sorbet

The front counter

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They do catering

Insomnia Cookies

3.5(248 reviews)

1.7 mi

Someone recently sent me a variety of vegan options from this location for my birthday and they…read morewere DELICIOUS, and if you're not vegan, trust me you would not be able to tell the difference.

Cookies were overcooked. They were a dark brown. By the time we got home they were hard and…read morecrunchy. Not what you expect from insomnia. Need a slight adjustment to the temperature. Snickerdoodle had so little cinnamon that it tasted like a bald cookie.

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The Spun Cow

3.4(23 reviews)

2.9 mi

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!

Got some ice cream here. It was okay, but for 7 dollars it felt like a bit of a scam. The ice cream…read morewasn't cold and tasted super cheap. They probably spent all their money on the big neon sign (which looked pretty cool but didn't make up for the subpar ice cream)

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Ja'Leel R.

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6 years ago

I ordered two different flavors of ice cream, "C" is for cookie and red velvet cake which were both great. However, "C" is for cookie is favorite because it has cookie dough bites and Oreos in it. The employees had on mask and because of the pandemic I could not sit in to eat, which gave me comfort on knowing they are doing everything they can to ensure their customers safety. Before the pandemic the used paper cups, so their was not that big of a change, but the no longer offer testing before buying the ice cream. There was no line, so that was plus and they were very friendly. The prices are very reasonable for the amount you get. I will definitely go back and it is a great place to stop before going to the zoo or botanical gardens. read more

Alex M.

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5 years ago

I have always heard great things about Mountain Brook Creamery so I decided to give them a try. This place has so many flavors to choose from! You aren't able to taste test any of the flavors due to covid, so I have a hard time deciding what to get. I decided to order the "C is for cookie" flavor. Let me tell you, it did not disappoint!! I'm a sucker for cookie dough bites and oreos and this flavor had both of those in it. SO SO TASTY! The employees were following covid-19 precautions and wearing masks and gloves while handling the ice cream. There is no inside seating allowed, which told me that they are taking the pandemic seriously. Great place to get some very flavorful ice cream! read more

Clayton B.

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9 years ago

Lots of flavors and decent price. 3 scoops was almost too much for two. Will definitely go back!

Tim W.

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287

12 years ago

The owner will go above and beyond to make you happy! Good Ice Cream !

R H.

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4

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7 years ago

Excellent quality ice cream with huge portions.

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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!

Big Spoon Creamery

4.6

(342 reviews)

Ok. Every time somebody comes into town, I take them here. It's almost a requirement that I take…read morethem here. It is SO good and I have not been disappointed every time I've come here. They have such creative flavors, and I appreciate the acknowledgment to people coming in with different diet restrictions. They have some flavors that are staples like chocolate, vanilla and a few others (I always get the chocolate flavor with something else) but the others can rotate. But seriously, go here and just just enjoy the flavors here. The flavors just pop in your mouth. I just had the coconut lime sea salt paired with chocolate, and the chocolate was just as creamy and smooth as always, and the coconut was so sooo unique and bursting with flavor and so refreshing. The people behind the counter were so nice and allowed me to try as many flavors as I wanted. This is very kid friendly - they have a small table at the back so kids can sit there very family friendly. Clean place and loved the vibe here!

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.

The Whole Scoop

4.5

(99 reviews)

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Got my first Whole Scoop of summer a few days ago. I used to try different flavors at every visit…read morebut have settled on Acai Oatmeal as my go-to fav. At quick glance of the freezers, I thought they were out of it! I ask the employee behind the counter and he confirmed that they had it after checking a side freezer. It was delicious! My son enjoyed his SuperMan flavored scoop. This shop is locally owned and operated and feels like a true neighborhood ice shop. There is memorabilia and city themed decor through the store. There's indoor and outdoor seating which makes it a nice gathering place for family and friends.

Blue Bell ice cream is the star of the show at The Whole Scoop featuring about 30 classic and…read morecreative flavors. It's easy to see how they won the #1, 2025 - Best in Ham family award. My Midnight Caramel River ice cream was rich in dark chocolate and vanilla ice creams with ribbons of generous caramel - so yummy! I was immediately greeted, waited on and served. They have creatively dipped waffle bowls and cones in chocolate, white chocolate with garnishes of colorful sprinkles and more. This is a kids paradise! There's limited inside seating and several umbrella patio tables, too. .

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4.8

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Service is great, ice cream even better…read more Cooper loves the milkshakes and mason likes the kiddy cones

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4.6

(18 reviews)

Super kind staff. Very cute ice cream stand with some outdoor seating. The ice cream is so fresh…read moreand delicious. We got snickerdoodle, peach and strawberry. The snickerdoodle tasted just like a cookie. I'm betting they blended real cookies in it. The peach and strawberry tasted fresh and natural with small fruit chunks blended in. No artificial taste at all. Delicious!

This place is what America and the South are all about!!!…read more Awesome ice cream, eclectic flavors all made and served with love from a family business!!! If only every town had a Freezy's where you can talk to friends and neighbors and enjoy delicious ice cream.

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3.9

(60 reviews)

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Cream & Cones is a good place for ice cream in Pelham, Alabama…read more The service is friendly and tge place had a cool enough ambiance. If you are in the area, go check them out.

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