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    4.5 (101 reviews)
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    Nicole R.

    I love sweet republic, they're my favorite ice cream in the valley! This location is right by Tempe Town Lake. The interior is small with just a few seats but there's some seating outside and you can walk by the lake. I got a scoop of the mango sticky rice which was incredible and so creamy. The staff were nice.

    Double: Brown Butter Pecan + Brownie Fudge Swirl & Single: Dubai Chocolate (ig: @cravingswithcat)
    Catherine N.

    Quick and easy spot to grab dessert. They have classic and unique flavors! They have shakes, ice cream, and other desserts. They're located pretty close to ASU so great for students or when in the area. ig: @cravingswithcat

    The ice cream I ordered. 4/5 - extremely good, though the blue one was a bit too medicinal for me.
    Nick K. W.

    ( This is the third of five reviews I've prepared for describing some of the food I ate while I was out in Phoenix, Arizona. ) When it's hot out, it's the perfect time to get ice cream. In-between work, I explored outside just to take in the sights -- on the one hand, it's a great way to experience a new location for yourself! On the other hand, though, it was in the high 90s to low 100s when I was out there; probably not a good idea to be outside for a long time when it's that hot out. Thankfully, as I was in the Tempe Town Lake area, it didn't take me long to find Sweet Republic! A small, locally-owned ice cream shop with three locations in Phoenix and Tempe, they're well-known for using locally sourced ingredients and having some of the wildest and most interesting flavor combinations I've seen. This isn't your grandma's old-time ice cream shop, that's for sure. Between the heat, and the fact that we didn't grab dessert from Mi Amigo Ricardo earlier in the day ( see my review on that place for details ), it was inevitable that I'd be lured in to try what they had to offer. As I was saving my appetite for later that day, I opted to get two scoops. Not only was the ice cream refreshing, the combinations were unlike anything I'd tried. I got their blue moon and blueberry honey basil flavors, which presented a very intersting, complex mix of sweet, a little bit of savory, and even some floral flavorings. Of the two, I think I liked their blueberry honey basil the most, because the combo of blueberry and basil was surprisingly very good and something I hadn't tasted anywhere else. The blue moon was also good, but I will admit that the combination of blue spirulina and lemon made it taste a bit too medicinal for my liking. Those kinds of unique ice cream flavors are the kind that I wish we had out here in Vegas, honestly; our most well-known spots tend to be a bit heavy on the classic flavors like vanilla and chocolate. Certainly, if we had more places like Sweet Republic in town, I'd be more willing to brave the summer heat to get ice cream! For now, though, all I can do is think about when I plan to come back to Phoenix next time -- until then, please come out here and try Sweet Republic! I guarantee you'll like it.

    Brianna R.

    I learned about Sweet Republic last week and just had to bring my mother to try their delicious ice cream over the weekend. This location caught my attention because they have a sliding window to take your order so you could stand outside if you have a pup with you! I love that idea and totally plan on returning with my dog when it's a bit cooler out. As for our visit, I ordered a two scoop sundae, with buttermilk strawberry and almond buttercrunch ice cream. For my toppings, I did the toffee and hot fudge. The toffee is a must try and I believe it is made in house. My mother had a two scoop waffle cone with almond buttercrunch and rocky road ice cream. She was really pleased with her selections as well. One thing worth mentioning is that parking initially seemed quite scarce near this spot, but there is a parking structure nearby and the friendly employee at Sweet Republic validated our parking so we didn't even have to pay to park!

    Vernee D.

    Our experience with Sweet Republic has never changed; the quality of their ice cream and their service is always top notch! The weather in Arizona is dropping, which means that it's perfect ice cream weather! If you have never been to this location, you will find it near Tempe Town Lake, by the water fountains and palm trees. The parking is located inside the garage, but four parking spots are available in front of the shop if you are lucky!! I recommend signing up for emails and following their instagram for all flavor updates. They also sell pints of some of their flavors. This is a wonderful location with a beautiful view especially at sunset and night.

    Almond Buttercrunch Ice Cream and Strawberry Buttermilk Ice Cream
    Mitchi R.

    I love ice cream and this place did not disappoint. Their scoops ofice cream was a good size. I should have just ordered 1 flavor. I got the Almond Buttercrunch Ice Cream and Strawberry Buttermilk Ice Cream, these flavors were so good that I craved it after I got back home. The place was small, there were no indoor seating. The workers were kinda friendly. At least they were not rude or too nice, kinda cold but professional.

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    Chris H.

    Sweet Republic really is some of the best ice cream you can find in AZ. Don't believe me? Then believe all of the awards that they continue to rack up. We finally made it to the Tempe location. There's limited parking is available, but we lucked out and found a spot during our visit. The shop is pretty tiny inside, so definitely recommend grabbing your scoops to go. If the weather's nice, take a stroll along Tempe Town Lake with your treat. The staff was super chill and didn't rush us, even though we couldn't decide (everything looked so good!). We finally settled on scoops of their always flavors - Salted Caramel Swirl and Brown Butter Pecan and seasonal summer flavors - Sweet Berry Cobbler and Peaches & Cream. So worth it! The flavors are top-notch and you can really taste the quality. If you're in Tempe and craving something sweet, you've gotta hit up this Sweet Republic location. And seriously, don't miss out on trying some of the fantastic seasonal flavors or their specialty sundaes!

    Single scoop in a cup
    Miranda N.

    Sweet Republic is located in Tempe near a lot of other restaurants and is a great option if you're looking for a little sweet treat. They have seasonal flavors that are usually fairly unique, along with many staples if you're looking for something classic. One of their season flavors is halwa, which I tried a few months ago and I'm still thinking about it. They offer samples so you can try a few flavors before ordering. It's fairly small inside with some seating.

    This place was such a fun surprise! We were just looking for a sweet treat and went to the closest location. It ended up being a hidden gem! It's decorated super cute inside and the workers were all very friendly and welcoming. The ice cream was soooo good, I'll be back for sure!

    Shay D.

    The banana ice cream is bussing and I really dont care for bananas but that hit the spot. Paired it with the blue moon which tasted like fruity peebles icecream. Man oh man! The waffled cone tho wasnt the best I have had but it did the trick.

    Sweet Republic is my favorite place in Phoenix for dairy-free treats! Their sorbet-only flavors like chocolate, coconut, and mango margarita are absolutely delicious and thoughtfully kept in a separate case with clean scoops, which shows how much they care about dietary needs. The shop itself has a modern, welcoming vibe and offers some really creative, small-batch flavors that are made in-house. Everything tastes fresh, rich, and indulgent. The staff are friendly and helpful, and the relaxed atmosphere makes it a perfect spot to enjoy a scoop, whether you're vegan, lactose-intolerant, or just love great ice cream.

    Dark chocolate sorbet with almond toffee brittle
    Anna H.

    My friend and I each tried a few of the flavors, the ice cream wasn't as creamy as we'd like and we were a little disgusted by all of the gnats flying around in the store. At night, you can see a whole swarm of them on the walls, not sure if they can help that but didn't leave a great impression. The almond toffee brittle was the best thing here. The dark chocolate sorbet is a good choice for a non dairy alternative.

    Lisa S.

    Stopped in for dessert after dining out. I had the Cortez Cold Brew. It's was smooth, creamy and flavorful. I loved the small cup size as I usually just want a taste not a meal. Family also loved their flavors. Staff was wonderful. Super patient as we took our time choosing. Great stop.

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    Excellent ice cream and customer service. We always look forward to the release of their Corn flavor. So good!

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    Ice cream is Not my fave but they have good prices and decent flavors I liked the mango and sticky rice but it got a little gritty.

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