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.

K & J's Elegant Pastries NEVER disappoints! Every single time we come to Birmingham, my son and I…read moremake sure we stop by and show them some love. The menu is ALWAYS so full of delicious options that, honestly, it's a little overwhelming for us because we want to try EVERYTHING! And let me tell y'all... that pound cake is TO DIE FOR! It is SO good! My son's personal favorite is anything Cookie Monster, so you already know we have to grab something Cookie Monster every time. The quality, the variety, the taste! EVERYTHING is 10/10. If you're in Birmingham and haven't tried K & J's yet, what are you waiting on?! Go show them some love! You will NOT be disappointed!

Not only is it in a great location, with ample parking spots, but it also has whimsical decor that…read moremakes it a fun spot to meet up with friends to sit and chat over sweet treats. I like how the selections are offered at different levels, from great to premium. I tried their signature treats, and one of the many caught my eye. I definitely recommend this bakery for the great flavors and moist cakes.

A quaint privately owned place. Building used to be a drug store, still retained the original soda…read morefountain. A unique step back in time. Menu offer your standard traditional soda fountain item with a separate room offering a good mix of salads and sandwiches. Bakery item were good as well. Wife loved the Rocky Road Brownie. The Ooey Gooey Brownie was a pleaser as well. Service was fast and friendly. We would definitely frequent this place again.

Cake is delicious, customer service was great, easy pick up for my order cake, was on time. Was…read morebusy but spacious.

This place is a hidden gem! I believe the workers are a family and they are so pleasant to speak…read morewith and be around. I fell in LOVE with the look and atmosphere of this place. It's in a little old house in Trussville's historic district beside Marco's pizza. I was looking for somewhere for something sweet around 8pm and didn't want anything chain like and thank goodness I found this place! The sweets are just that, SWEETZ! I couldn't resist getting multiple items. I highly recommend the Ooey Gooey! Heck, try it all!!!!

I've visited Sweetz! a few times and I have not been disappointed. My personal favorites are the…read morepeach mango Italian ice, Italian cream cupcake, and the peanut butter cupcake. The establishment is clean, the owners are welcoming and professional and the prices are decent. I definitely recommend stopping by Sweetz! to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Bendy's Cookies and Cream never disappoints! The first time my wife and I visited, it was just the…read moretwo of us on a date night. We were looking for a sweet treat to wrap up the evening and stumbled on this gem. The snickerdoodle cookies were soft, warm, and packed with cinnamon-sugar flavor. Paired with their creamy, rich ice cream--it was an instant win. We said right then and there that we'd be back. This time around, we brought the whole family to celebrate Father's Day, and we had a great time. Our son came in making a big fuss about wanting Teddy Grahams (of all things ), but we had something better planned--and Bendy's delivered. Once he got his ice cream in a waffle cone, he was all smiles and forgot all about the Teddy Grahams. Great ice cream, fresh-baked cookies, and a fun, welcoming atmosphere. Whether it's date night or family night, Bendy's is officially our go-to dessert spot. We had a great Father's Day, and Bendy's made it even sweeter.

Popped in around 8ish and they were low on cookies. The staff explained to me the best times to…read morecome in for a better selection......they stop baking cookies around 7pm. I really wanted to try their ice cream sandwich but I just got 1 chocolate chip cookie and 1 banana pudding cookie. Yummm!! This was my first time trying the banana pudding cookie & I loved it so much! The.choc chip is always a solid choice. I like this location because it's so easy to get in and out of. The store is clean and has nice inside and out seating available.

I got the mango peach frozen lemonade. It was so good I will definitely come back. They also cater…read moreevents some I'm planning to book for my nephews birthday party!

From the owner: We're Birmingham's newest addition to the ice cream cart scene. Serving frozen rolled lemonade in a…read morevariety of different flavors. Our cart will make the perfect addition to your parties and events this summer. Give us a call today!

Best Homemade Sweets in Town Red Velvet Cake, Red Velvet…read moreBrownies and Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls Also !!! Homemade Crusty Peach Cobbler ‼ Order some Great Strawberry, Blueberry and Key-lime Crunch for your Dessert Topping to go ‼‼‼

This young lady is so friendly and her desserts are delicious! She always has something that I want…read moreto try and share with others. I've tried her Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls and Red Velvet/Oreo Cookie Brownies! The pictures of her desserts are what you actually get! Go check her out and get your sweet fix!! You will be glad you went!

Went here an hour before closing on a Saturday. It's located in the Trussville Entertainment…read moreDistrict which I loved. Loved the cute and pink aesthetic throughout the shop. The server that helped me was very sweet and helpful. They let you try any the ice cream and cookie dough before you buy. I mainly had the cookie dough flavors and they were divine. Pretty good menu that I will test out more the next time I go!

First time going here and the place was very cute and nice staff. Lots of ice cream and cookie…read moredough flavors to try. We got the mouse tracks milkshake and it was pretty good. Nothing over the top about it, other than $9. I thought it was interesting skim or 2% milk was NOT an option. I did get whole milk. But I guess going to these places, no one is watching their calories I would come back to try some more flavors of the cookie dough. Great shopping area and location.

Excellent pastries, etc. and they wake up a lot earlier than I do! Also easy to park there in the…read moremornings.

This unassuming little bakery, located in Crestline Village next to the popular Saw's BBQ in the…read moreMountain Brook community, is one of the Birmingham area's best kept secrets. It has quickly become one my favorites for fresh baked pastries! My choices are any of the cream cheese tarts, the blueberry tart is likely the best I've ever had, the sticky buns, croissants and the cinnamon rolls. These are more along the lines of French-style pastries, so don't expect to be overwhelmed with sweetness, just buttery flaky goodness. They are both visually appealing and simply delicious! They seem to bake in smaller batches so everything is super fresh! The owner/baker is nice and you can often see him working in the back and he might even pop up to say HELLO! There isn't any seating so it's basically an order, pay and go type of place. They also have coffee. Nothing to complain about here. They do have a limited social media presence on Instagram. Check them out!

I stopped in for a quick "small" treat. Tavie was nice and helpful as per usual! I bought 6 baby…read morebites in my favorite flavors. If you haven't had a baby bite, it's about time! They're delicious and come in your typical cake flavors, but are so much better than your basic iced cake!

Was given some of their mini cupcakes and after clarifying they were nut free, I ate two. Person…read morewho gave them to me said they had Mexican chocolate, regular chocolate and espresso chocolate. I ate two because of what I was told but less than an hour later I feel sluggish, nauseous and my stomach is killing me. Because they're closed I can't check the ingredients with the bakery themselves and website gives no answer. I have a very serious peanut and tree nut allergy that present as gastrointestinal problems so this is a little upsetting for me. I understand a business cannot guarantee cross contamination, but they should at least disclose that somewhere on the website..