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Frozen Banana
Kali F.

Best place to get a frozen chocolate covered banana on Balboa Island! The line can sometimes be long but don't be fooled, they move fast and do it with a smile. There is no where to sit inside but there are plenty of benches nearby to enjoy the warm sunshine while you eat your frozen treat. We got the chocolate covered frozen banana with Reese's on top and it did not disappoint. The banana might have been the biggest one I've ever seen, the two of us shared it and were stuffed! You have plenty of options when looking for a banana stand in Balboa, but Sugar 'n Spice is the best place to stop!

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Kristen V.

Sugar, spice, and everything nice! My boyfriend and I visited Balboa Island for a quiet evening walk and some time to sit at the waterfront. While we were here, we just had to stop for a sweet treat. The service was super quick and friendly. I had a hard time deciding between a frozen banana or Balboa bar, but once I saw that they had strawberry shortcake crunch toppings I knew that I had to have it on top of a banana. The frozen banana wasn't too hard that it would break your teeth. It's like eating a popsicle. I loved the crunchy toppings and the bittersweet flavor of the dark chocolate.

Dark chocolate dipped banana rolled in almonds
Sunday B.

Iconic to balboa island- the frozen banana reigns supreme! (And I gotta believe it's healthy- I mean it IS a banana!) They have this running like a well-oiled machine. Don't let the line intimidate you. You order at the window and they make your dessert right in front of you. Even before I had my money out..they rolled my banana in dark chocolate and fresh big almonds chunks. (And they don't skimp.) $8.08 as of 1/2026. It's such a fun treat to walk around Balboa and snack on a I delicacy. ;)

Balboa Bar and Frozen Banana
Natalie Y.

I've been wanting to try this for so long and im so happy i finally got to go I got a dark chocolate dipped frozen banana! It's such a simple yet delightful treat! i also added some almonds for texture. Not too sweet and not too bad for u which how could i possibly argue against that ?! Service was super quick and straightforward. Its made fresh right in front of you! Its right by the sidewalk so many ppl are walking past but its not too bad or rowdy at all~ lots of benches nearby to sit and enjoy your treat!

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Jennifer F.

Wooohooo for the short wait. Easy to read menu. Fast service. I ordered the Balboa Bar (Vanilla ice cream) dipped in classic chocolate with peanut butter sauce for $7.50. It was sooooo delicious!

Frozen Banana
Trinity G.

Delicious!! I had heard from friends that this is the best frozen banana place and that I had to come here. I have never had a frozen banana with chocolate but was pleasantly surprised. The banana wasn't too hard to bite into and the chocolate with brittle was delicious. I also ordered the chocolate ice cream bar with Oreo and that was so yummy! The staff was kind and the shop was adorable. There isn't any indoor seating but plenty of benches and seating options outside the store.

Chocolate banana
Jessie Z.

Open as a downtown later night spot. Quite popular. The banana is very customizable and fast. Not too sweet. The butterscotch and pecan crunch was a solid combo, i think it would be good with dark chocolate. The butterscotch flavor isnt that strong but also not too sweet, i think the pecan toffee crunch was most of the flavor. Its a pretty decent amount and dessert for the price. The chocolate sauce drizzle did end up falling off lol. Its a bit silly but I wish they did nonfrozen bananas. I don't really like biting into a frozen banana texture, but if this was a normal banana with the toppings i would devour it.

Truman W.

Frozen bananas. Who thought that was a good idea?? All these youtube influencers are raving about this place so I had to check it out while in the area. For $8 I felt I should've gotten an ice cream bar instead. The frozen banana was hard to bite off, and it's VERY MESSY to eat especially in the car (toppings exploding all over the place).

Kylie J.

such a good treat! service was so quick and it's only $8 for a balboa bar. loved it here! thanks you guys!

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Daniel A.

I hate sayin' goodbye To those sweet summer vibes with you I don't like sayin' goodbye To those hot summer nights with you... Desert that will melt your heart or hunger away. If you're taking a stroll around Balboa Island, this place will satisfy your sweet tooth, it's true. Great customer service. The young lady who helped me offered her suggestions. Lucky enough there wasn't a lot of people the day we went. I can imagine on the weekend or for parades days it will be busy. Went with a frozen banana and frozen cheesecake on a stick. Yes you read that right. Talk about a full dessert in one. You can add all kinds of toppings. Both were excellent. Although my wife and son highjacked the cheesecake out of my hand right away. If you're in town, stop at Sugar n Spice and everything will be nice. God bless

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Mitchell N.

Sugar and Spice is an absolute Orange County classic and there is a reason it has been around forever. Anytime you are in Newport or Balboa you almost have to stop here for the iconic frozen chocolate dipped banana. I have had it many times and it never misses. Simple high quality ingredients with the perfect chocolate shell and your choice of nuts or sprinkles. This visit I decided to switch things up and try one of their ice cream cookie sandwiches and I was pleasantly surprised. I went with cookies and cream and strawberry with sprinkles around the outside. The cookies were honestly the standout. Soft and warm in the center with a slight gooey texture that paired perfectly with the ice cream. They were not too hard or crumbly which made it easy to bite into without everything falling apart. The ice cream itself was very creamy and both flavors were well balanced and not overly sweet. Everything came together really nicely with each bite. It is a simple affordable dessert but done really well. Overall Sugar and Spice is a must stop dessert spot and a true Newport staple. Great for families kids or just a casual walk by the water. Always worth it.

Gabriella C.

Drove from San Diego to try this place. The ice cream sandwich with Reese's was really good. The frozen banana was just ok! Probably wouldn't get it again but it was part of the experience. Good service and quick. They also gave my dog a pup cup, it was HUGE (he's 8 pounds) but he enjoyed it lol Cute little area!

Jenny P.

Friendly service and good frozen bananas! We topped ours with chocolate and strawberry ($8) during Valentine's day. A must if you're on Balboa Island.

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I've been coming to this spot since 2020 during the COVID days, and the cookies remain great. They…read moreoffer a wide variety of flavors, and the best part is that the cookies are always served warm. The Order: * My Go-To: I highly recommend the chocolate chip cookie with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream on top. * Variety: They have every flavor of milk, ice cream, and cookies you could want. Timing & Atmosphere: * Avoid Weekends: I would not recommend coming here on a weekend. The store is tiny, and because it's right next to all the bars, the area gets crowded with a lot of drunk people. If that isn't your scene, stick to a weekday visit. * Rewards: It is quite expensive, but it's a nice treat. Plus, you can sign up with your phone number to get discounts for future visits. The Parking Situation: * Virtually Non-Existent: There is no parking lot, so you are stuck looking for small spots along the side of the road. * Accessibility: There is no designated handicap parking, so keep that in mind if you aren't prepared to walk a bit from a side street. Final Verdict: It's a perfect weekday spot for a warm dessert, just be prepared for the peninsula parking struggle!

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