In the past, Sparky's was once a Cold Stone Creamery. Even though it's Sparky's now, the ice cream is still delicious. I have been there many times, and it is convenient as I work within walking distance of Sparky's. Whenever I am walking along Mill Avenue and am craving some ice cream, Sparky's is one of my main stops in the area. The ice cream is delicious. Some of my favorite flavors are Batter in Bed and Banana Cream Pie. However, I have had just about every flavor that they serve, and all of them are delicious in their own ways. I like the pleasant atmosphere. Nice and low-key place where you can relax and enjoy your ice cream. The general manager, Connor, is one of the nicest guys I have ever met. He is always a pleasure to talk to whenever I have some time for a friendly conversation during my lunch break at work. Every time I stop by, he ensures I feel welcome and right at home. Another bonus is that they have a rewards program, which offers five dollars off once you accumulate enough points. I recommend it to anyone in the Downtown Tempe area who is looking for a delicious ice cream treat. read more

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Love this place when I visit Tempe. Always the move! The ice cream is really good, smooth and silky. They have a variety of mix ins and the menu is extensive. It's a quick stop but they generally help me quickly. I recommend them for any occasion. I've tried coconut and New York cheesecake both are great. read more

This place is mom & pop type cold stone creamery. Friendly staff, lots of dessert options: waffles, smoothies, mix in ice cream options, tons of different cones, dessert pretzels. I chose the small strawberry shortcake with a Oreo waffle cone. It was $10 and way too big! The $2.50 Oreo cone was good but so filling & rich. The ice cream was good but the shortcake pieces were too big and frozen, hard to eat. Loved the whip cream finish on top tho! read more

Sparky's Old Town Creamery - Small Strawberry Bliss with an Oreo cookie waffle cone. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Malaeya is my favorite person to see every time I come here! She has the best recommendations and she's fun to chat with. She's kind and helpful, creative and goes the extra mile when attention to details, like topping with your candy choices but also making she the cup is wiped clean before handing it over. Love that very much. The ice cream texture is superb and no matter the incredible flavor, that texture is always on point between soft serve and ice cream scoop. read more

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The ice cream is great! The service friendly and the ambiance relaxed. If ever in the area, this is nestled downtown and is definitely a treat!!! Stop in for a sample, and leave with a cup or cone. Just fresh delicious ice cream given with a smile. read more

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Great ice cream. Had me a delicious root beer float. Can't go wrong. I went with a big party so I got to sample many flavors and they were all real good. The mint especially is like no other mint ice cream I've ever had, it's genuinely like eating mint leaves, in a good way! I was impressed. Service was good and they were friendly. Good place. read more

Excellent ice cream, very decadent and rich. So many flavors to choose from, they're very patient and will let you try each and every one!

A great place to get some delicious treats even late at night. The workers are more than ready to offer you a sample to help make the difficult decision on what flavor to choose ( go with New York Cheesecake). But if ice cream is not your thing they've got smoothies and milkshakes to get your sweetie fix. This place offer great outdoor seating so you can enjoy your treat without worrying about it melting fun to fast that is if you're eating ice cream in December. read more

Small shop in downtown Tempe. We usually do take out as the place is small. They have variety of ice creams and are usually good for the price. Sometimes you feel like the ice cream doesn't taste as great as the previous time. So if they maintain the consistency with the quality it would be a great. read more

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Came here with a good friend after dinner nearby. Very convenient and they are open late every day. They have a decent selection of ice cream, sorbets, toppings, waffle cones, etc. The flavors aren't that great though - like another reviewer mentioned it has a bit of a manufactured taste and the flavors don't come through very strongly. For example, we both had the double dark espresso (I wanted coffee too but they were out) and the actual espresso taste was very weak. However I'm giving the place 4 stars because the employees working there were very nice, patient, and helpful. They treat the elderly very well (aka my friend) and gave me a nice compliment. Will drop by again when I'm in town and nearby and try their strawberry ice cream in honor of my friend who hates it. read more

I had the very best butter pecan ice cream I've ever had!!!! Was there traveling for work and found this gem on Yelp. They have various ice cream flavors that they let you sample. The butter pecan flavor was out of this world. This is not normally a flavor I go for , but so glad I did ! I had to go back twice before flying back home. Totally worth it! Staff is friendly. read more

Great selection and the employee was super fun and helpful. Will totally go back next time we want ice cream in Tempe!

Customer service is great. Clean. Located in a cute spot, close to the metro. Live music was outside when I visited. I got the blueberry muffin ice cream. Great price. If you're craving ice cream, I don't see why you wouldn't stop here Good selection. You can compare it to Coldstone with a less corporate feel. read more

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For such a small shop it was absolutely adorable!!! We didn't have to wait at all to place our order, the staff was friendly and playful. The ice cream was super great, beautifully creamy and the flavor options were mind blowing. 100% will return! read more

Everyone is sweet and cool. GOTTA TASTE THAT MANGO MARGARITA! Overall the icecream is really great.

This place is definitely a MUST on a late night stroll down mill. They're open until midnight on the weekends which is perfect when your late night cravings hit. As soon as I walked in, all I could smell was freshly made waffle-cones and sweet ice cream. This sealed the deal for me.. I needed some ice cream. I initially wanted to do an ice cream sandwich from baked bear but they were closed. So when I saw that Sparky's had ice cream sandwiches, it was a no brainer to try one. However, once I saw the mini waffles on the menu I decided to try that instead. I expected the waffles to be pre-made and warmed up in a microwave or toaster... nope. They make them fresh in a waffle maker once you order them. #winning! I got the pecan pie waffles which include on scoop of ice cream. I decided on cheesecake to complete my masterpiece of a dessert. It was incredible. I constantly kept scooping my ice cream into the waffle and they made the perfect combination. The flavors of the waffle, ice cream, pecans, and caramel drizzle meshed perfectly. I will be back for another late night snack.. very soon. read more

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Conveniently located to where we stayed. Really friendly service. Kids liked it. The banana split was just ok. Really enjoyed the edible spoons they sell. Inside table was kinda dirty. Needs more seating options as outside there are homeless people taking up seating. read more

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The ONLY reason why I came here is because my 5YO son wanted to show me the ice cream place he found. Soon as we walked in the place literally smelled of feces. My son ordered while holding his nose shut. I asked what the issue was and they fella working told me they emptied their grease trap. Then there's the ice cream - nearly melted upon coming out of the freezer. The guy working said they had an issue with the freezer. Add to this disgusting experience, the tabled are covered with bird crap. All for nearly $13 DONT GO HERE. Save your money and just eat some soft served poop which can be found for nothing. read more

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Went in with my husband and two little ones and was pleasantly surprised by the selection available. The employees were really nice and patient as we tried to decide on what flavor we wanted and let us sample a few. In my opinion their ice cream is way better than cold stone and I will be coming back again! Thank you for a good experience! read more

HUGE cones and high quality ice cream! They even let you do one mix in with your scoop similar to Cold Stone. I got the cake batter with cookie dough mixed in, and it was delicious! Really smooth ice cream. read more

Sparky's Old Town Creamery - Cake batter ice cream with a cookie dough mix-in, in a waffle cone- yum! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

TLDR: it's good, but not worth the over premium price tag for stingy toppings. I was really craving ice cream but limited on options because I didn't bring my car to campus so I though I'd give this place a try. It's definitely a pass in my book. Comparable to cold stone, and while I'd prefer to support small businesses this was not a $10 sundae. There was a tiny squirt of fudge and peanut butter and maybe 1/2 a peanut butter cup in a completely leveled out cup. It was creamy and rich, I should've went for a small. The prices are just way too high. Like $6 for an ice cream sandwich when there's Slickables across the street selling the same quality for $3. read more

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tried to order some ice cream from them nothing crazy just two things off of there menu a milk shake and a strawberry ice cream at 9:30pm and one minute after ordering they cancel our order and close the order window to put another one. the confusing part is they are open till 11pm and wasn't even close to a time they stop orders and they cancel it was looking forward to it sense we had there milkshakes before and ice cream. such a disappointment and wrong to say they are open to taking and then close orders and cancel yours. read more

Local increments joint with mix ins. Went for one of their specialty concoctions but didn't have the cookies and the servers didn't help or offer a recommendation read more

What a cute little place. After a carb-heavy dinner, something sweet sounded demanding. Between a few places on the map, we went with Sparky's Old Town Creamery. For over fifteen years, this humble shop has satisfied the sweet teeth that wander Mill Avenue, and as of yesterday, count us among that number. Sparky's is delightfully quaint with a long bench and counter seating along the window. There is a limited but varied selection of locally-churned ice creams, and a menu of sundaes, waffles, smoothies, and other sweet treats. I ordered a medium PB Fantasy: chocolate ice cream mixed with peanut butter and fudge; my girlfriend got a scoop of chocolate ice cream in a waffle cone. As my confection required a little work, the ice cream artist across the counter skillfully mixed the ingredients on a cutting board next to the toppings (reminiscent of another ice cream place we know, but with all the finesse to match). We enjoyed our dessert by the window, and we left feeling wonderfully round. In matters of peanut butter / chocolate delicacies, I am not difficult to please, so I gladly declare my fandom of Sparky's Old Town Creamery. With plenty of hot weather left this season, do check them out and support this local venue. read more

Sparky's Old Town Creamery - "PB Fantasy" as I got it. Presentation be damned-- this was tasty! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Decent ice cream. Tastes like store bought, which is not necessarily a bad thing since store bought ice creams are already pretty good. It's the kind of ice cream you would get if you are craving for ice cream and happen to be near the store. Not the kind you would go out of your way to get. They have ice cream for dogs though, which is a plus. read more

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A yummy little stop in downtown Tempe. We had a chocolate shake, a watermelon and gummy bear sorbet, and a cake batter with kit Kay. Super yummy, smells wonderful here. Tons of seating inside and out, also I seriously dig the mason jar lights here! Going to be back with my kiddo again sometime I think. read more

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We stopped here while at a art festival. It was was very busy, there was a long line. But it was hot we were really determined to get some ice cream. I chose a waffle & ice cream dish Yum!. My husband got a icecream cone. We were both very happy with our choices. They are really organized behind the counter. We didn't have to wait too long despite the long line. read more

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Visited on 7/14/21. It was a 4 out of 10 in flavor for mine. I had an Oreo Shake and my friend had a FlufferNutter Espresso Shake. He took 2 sips and threw it away and gave it a 2 out of 10 in flavor. I threw mine away as well. There was one worker tall blonde that had a serious attitude and just didn't want to be there. The brunette was very nice and had great customer service skills. It was not worth the circling and circling looking for parking to go here. read more

Love this place, if your looking for some good dessert after your meal this place hits the spot! The ambiance could use a little more work but the treats make up for it, good customer service, I was greeted and well taken cared of by Nat and Priscilla thank you guys! Can't wait to come back (: read more

I was in Tempe for graduation ceremony and I had free time to walk around old town. It was little hot so I need to cool off. I walked in to Sparky's Old Town Creamery and I tried their Sparkies Deluxe Fudge. It was really good. And ice cream was very creamy and flavorful. Staff was friendly and nice. read more

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Their orange pomegranate sorbet saved my life today. 15 mile 115 degree bike ride and all other air conditioned establishements we tried to enter today were closed. Worth the extra couple bucks. Loved it. read more

This is on a popular street on Tempe. I came here on a hot Arizona day, it was 105 degrees. Unfortunately I did not like their ice cream selection as the flavor were not satisfying to me. I did order a Hawaiian ice with cream and had 2 flavors - mango and watermelon. I was disappointed as it wasn't amazing but it did do its job of cooling me off. read more

the ice cream not that good and it didn't really have flavor. a girl clocked in and didn't wash her hands? service was okay the guy was cool. ambiance was eh. good if u want a cool down. prices was kind of crazy for the sizes. didn't get any pics. read more

Ice cream is great, and prices are comparable to the rest of the block. Tables outside are very sticky, but nice outdoor seating. Staff was great. read more

What a gem! If you're nearby Mill Ave. and feel that sweet tooth kicking in, stop by Sparky's! A very bright and inviting location, you can see an array of choices that can actually be overwhelming if you don't know exactly what you want. The menu is easy to read and the service from employees has been great. I pretty much stick to plain flavors when I get ice cream, but I also got to try their pecan pie waffle with ice cream option on a recent trip. Woooooow this is good! You can get really creative with options, which makes me want to step out the box and try flavors I wouldn't normally get. Prices are appropriate too, which is a plus. Not much seating area inside, but I don't have an issue with grabbing a treat on the go. I'll absolutely be back; there's a large selection to try! read more

Worst service ever. Our 4 year old niece needed to use the restroom and the only response we got was "not my problem". We were going to be paying customers but after that we walked right out. Don't waste your money on this place. We will never go here. read more

It's fine. It's like a decent college-town-on-Saturday place. They have fanciful waffle cones and a bunch of cold stone-style mixes if you're into that. But honestly the ice cream isn't that great. Good texture and plenty of variety but it all tastes rather fake. There's no strawberries in the strawberry ice cream. The banana cream pie tasted artificial. No ribbons of marshmallow in the fluffernutter. Not that it's a capital offense or anything. But just fyi it kind of all tastes like the flavors were made in a factory. Not with the actual things they're supposed to taste like. read more

I've had protein shakes that taste better than this. The marshmallows they used were stale. They are too WAY too expensive. When we asked for it to go they throw the extra away instead of putting it in a bigger cup. Why would you waste product in front of a paying customer?! Especially when these prices are so expensive. I'm from California and this is more than I pay for ice cream there. I will not step foot in here again. It's about customer service, and it just doesn't sit well with me. read more

Showed up at 10:30PM which was 30 min before closing and was turned down for toppings. Very poor service and what seems to be lazy staff.

Service was meh. Ambiance was meh. If you are looking for a hospital cafeteria vibe, this is your place.