Area71 - Branson

(95 reviews)

3.7 mi

This place is tucked away but worth the find! Upon entering, the owner welcomed us and asked if we…read moreliked peanut butter because he was making a peanut butter froyo, which he gave us a sample and it was so yummy! They have your typical flavors such as tart, vanilla, and chocolate, but they also have fruit flavors that were so fresh you swore you were eating the actual fruit.

I absolutely didn't expect that price! I've been wanting to…read morego to Sweet Susie's for some time after reading the reviews. So today was that day. I got the medium-sized cup and filled it to the top, not above. She weighed it and said it was $16.35! What?!?! All I could say was, "I'll never do that again! And I won't! The frozen yogurt was fine, but not for that price; it's way too much for what you get!

So many wonderful flavor options, even sugar free options, and Amazing topping options!!

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Andy's Frozen Custard

Hands down some of the best custard I've ever had. Wow. The soft texture, sweetness, amount of…read morecustard options.. I could go on and on. This joint has been running their business for decades and it clearly shows. We received our dessert 2-3 minutes after ordering. That's record breaking time to me. Shout out to the amazing quick staff! Seating is outside only, but there are plenty of tables. It's also really loud as it is located near a bunch of rides. There's also free water available in between the tables. 10 out of 10 recommend.

Ambiance: this facility only offers outdoor seating. The METAL tables are almost ALL located in the…read moresun. It's unfortunate that patrons have to huddle alongside the building to find the only small amount of shade to eat their "custard". Service: while the staff didn't mess up our order, we did notice them mess up a number of orders for other customers. Food: this is just another tourist trap in Branson where the exaggerated expense does not equate to a quality product. I would advise you to go to the local grocery store to buy a gallon of ice cream, but...in Branson, a gallon of ice cream probably costs one $18.00! Skip this tourist trap!!!

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Cakes & Creams

I also love this place. The atmosphere is so cool and they normally always have a performer outside…read morewhich is normally an Elvis impersonator. They have a drive-in movie behind the restaurant so if you wanted to go and see a movie you could. The atmosphere is definitely 50s and it's really cool and all of the ice cream is delicious and all the food is amazing as well.

Cakes & Creams in Branson is such a fun little treat stop if you're in town and want really yummy…read moredessert. It has that classic vacation town feeling where getting ice cream just feels like part of the whole trip. Plus they have funnel cake and how can you not stop for funnel cake?! Great spot to cool off after walking around all day too! They have a lot of options, so it's easy to find something that sounds good whether you want pizza, hot dogs, a burger, ice cream, cake, or something extra sweet. Portions were generous in traditional diner fashion, everything was delish as well! Inside can get busy, especially during peak tourist times when we were there, so expect a little chaos and line movement going slow depending when you go. That's pretty normal for Branson, but worth knowing if you're tired or in a hurry. Overall, a pretty great stop!

Cakes n Cream Supreme w hot fudge

Dining area - right side

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Front of building

Kilwins Ice Cream - Chocolate - Fudge

Great ice cream and treats! We were staying at the Hilton hotel attached to the Branson Landing so…read morewe stopped in Kilwins for treats on several occasions during our week long stay. The toasted coconut ice cream is one of the best ice creams I've ever tasted. The homemade toffee is great as well. Staff was very friendly even with a line out the door they were patient with my indecisive daughter and her friends. Great spot!!!

We stopped by Kilwins during our visit to Branson and it was a hit with the whole family. The…read morecombination of chocolate and ice cream made for a perfect treat, and everything we tried was high quality and delicious. It's one of those places that feels fun to walk into, the smells, the samples, the variety and it delivered exactly what we hoped for. A great spot to satisfy a sweet tooth, especially after dinner. Ice cream was good. Dark chocolate bark was good. Staff was nice and helpful. Great local joint. Definitely a place we'd return to on a future trip. Solid dessert stop.

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The Yard Milkshake Bar

3.3

(33 reviews)

6.0 mi

Ice cream was very good. Pricey, but nice for a special occasion. Servings are generous. Consider…read moresplitting

We came here yesterday. We ordered what we thought was an Oreo milkshake and did not see that there…read morewas no Oreo milkshake it was a Sunday. The cashier did not correct me so i had no idea. We were surprised by not getting a shake, but then realized what happened. Also it says they are $21 but we got charged 21.73 plus tax. And I would have paid $22 for it, however the hidden price change is very unsettling. Oreo Sunday was ok, nothing to come back for.

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Billy Bob's Dairyland

This is one of our favorite places to go when we want to grab a quick bite…read more They have an amazing Patty Melt Burger, and they also have great grilled chicken sandwiches!

Great burgers, tenderloins, fries, tots. Also dogs, chili and other tasty items. Shakes and malts…read moremade the way they should be. You can't go wrong going to Billy Bobs. Highly recommended. But understand, they don't take credit or debit cards. So bring your cash.

Hot and hamburgers yum!!!

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Sign by road

Dessert Station

Fair prices and good ice cream (highland). Eating out in the deck by the strip is like a piece of…read moreBrandon history.

The Keeter Center

I actually heard about this place scrolling on tik tok looking for things to do in Branson and I'm…read moreso glad I found it! The staff are students working to pay for their college tuition so the service was great! The food was good (most ingredients on site also made by students) portions were huge, the price was decent, place was clean and much better then any touristy type restaurant near or on the strip, so much so we came here for dinner 2 nights in a row. The students are so interactive if you ask them questions and they also have the place they are from on their name tags which can be conversation starters. It does take them a little time to get through service so make sure you have a little time to wait. They serve 2 types of bread with bread service and 3 different butters alongside those. The apple butter was delicious. The first night I had the meatloaf which was very good. The second night I had their special for the night which was a stuffed chicken with spinach and cheese, vinegar potatoes and some mixed veggie side that was delicious. There is also a store area where you can buy student made items to take home with you. I wish we had a program like this near us because we would support it frequently. Definitely make reservations and give this place a try.

This is such a neat place. It offers fresh farm to table type meals, many ingredients are sourced…read moreright from the college programs. The staff are students working to pay for their tuition. It is a large elegant building with plenty of room for groups, but at times there is a wait. We had the chicken fried chicken and the meatloaf entrees. Both were served with green beans and mashed potatoes. They offer complimentary bread with three types of butter. We really enjoyed the apple butter! And dessert is not to be missed. We had the apple pie, and it was delicious, and more than enough for the two of us. You can peruse the shop before or after your meal to see some of the student made products.

The 2026 Spring Menu Special: The Hummingbird Cake

Smoked Salmon Crostini

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Dreami Cremes

This place thoroughly satisfied my soft serve craving. She…read moreonly had two flavors at the time so we didn't have a lot to choose from. The prices and serving sizes are decent. She was super friendly and speedy. I highly recommend if you're in the area and craving some ice cream.

The name is "catchy". The building is inviting but the product is unsatisfactory and highly…read moreoverpriced. I would not recommend this place at all. We are ice cream lovers but this stop was a waste of money! Ice cream was not smooth at all and watery. Melted rapidly into cold skim milk.

Espresso

Sugar cookies

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Mr B's Ice Cream Parlor

HUGE SCOOPS! Mr. B's advertises they have the biggest scoops and they aren't joking. Located on the…read morecorner of historic downtown Branson, you can get your ice cream and explore at the same time. And plenty of flavors to choose from. One thing: they close early. We wanted to get ice cream after dinner, drove by at 6pm and they were already closed. So we went back the next day. Just something to keep in mind when making your plans.

Amazing ice cream and wonderful service!! Lisa gave me…read morethree huge scoops and added a cherry on top to complete the sundae! The inside was clean and welcoming with plenty of air conditioning while we got out of the hot sun.

Branson's oldest ice cream shop

Just a shot of the ice cream parlor from our table

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This is the real deal.

Paul's Breakfast House

4.3

(64 reviews)

4.2 mi

This is a must stop if you are in Branson and a breakfast person...even if you aren't a breakfast…read moreperson you will become one after the visit. The service was great! It had rained the night before and we took big group to eat. At the time, they did not have enough seating inside so they went and dried off the outdoor tables for us. Our server, Baylee, was fantastic. It was a very busy place and it was operationally efficient. Baylee kept our glasses full and was prompt with our orders. It gets very busy so show up early. Those leaving reviews of having to wait probably didn't show up early. If you have to wait, it wasn't long from what we were seeing. Very efficient place and the wait is worth it!

Didn't see a picture of the Ricks egg rolls, but took a chance. They were delicious and liked that…read moreit comes with gravy and queso. Nice family friendly spot, large portions, good food

Hangover Hero (w/ Queso) -- Breakfast Burrito

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Short Stack -- Sweet Cream Pancakes

Tai Kitchen

(120 reviews)

6.5 mi

Very pleased with the service and food. If you like the…read morepeanutty flavored sauce, try the pad Thai! Very nice atmosphere.

Gave the try because of the good ratings, service was very good. The food came out very quickly and…read morewas even better than the pictures. It was a really nice experience.

Authentic Thai flavors in a warm, welcoming space. Ideal for birthdays, gatherings, or a relaxing night out

Sweet chicken noodles

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Bricktown Brewery

Our family of 10 stopped in here on an extremely hot day. This place is in a great location in…read moreBranson Landing and also has fantastic outside seating...but we didn't take advantage due to the hot weather. We weren't in a rush, but could tell they were a little stretched on service due to lack of help. But the service was great and we didn't have to wait super long for our food. I had the chicken sandwich and their Watermelon Wheat beer. Both were great! Great spot, food and beer for the brewery!

Bricktown is in the best location in Branson--it has a direct view of the lake, situated at the…read moresouth end of the Landing which makes for a short walk, a beautiful patio with a full bar and outdoor service station, umbrella tables to shade the hot sun, and great food and drinks. This should be a no-brainer when choosing a place to eat--chicken strips are amazing, their salads are overly generous, the boom boom shrimp appetizer does not disappoint...however, the past three attempts to go and enjoy the patio (during the spring and summer) I have gotten the same answer, " we don't have a dedicated server on the patio but you're welcome to sit out there". I have tried weekends, weekdays, and the best patio at the Landing is always shut down. So, we leave and continue on to the next outdoor patio. All they need is to staff a dedicated server outside AND a bartender who isn't running a bar and the tables. It should be packed always.

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Andy's Frozen Custard

Hands down some of the best custard I've ever had. Wow. The soft texture, sweetness, amount of…read morecustard options.. I could go on and on. This joint has been running their business for decades and it clearly shows. We received our dessert 2-3 minutes after ordering. That's record breaking time to me. Shout out to the amazing quick staff! Seating is outside only, but there are plenty of tables. It's also really loud as it is located near a bunch of rides. There's also free water available in between the tables. 10 out of 10 recommend.

Ambiance: this facility only offers outdoor seating. The METAL tables are almost ALL located in the…read moresun. It's unfortunate that patrons have to huddle alongside the building to find the only small amount of shade to eat their "custard". Service: while the staff didn't mess up our order, we did notice them mess up a number of orders for other customers. Food: this is just another tourist trap in Branson where the exaggerated expense does not equate to a quality product. I would advise you to go to the local grocery store to buy a gallon of ice cream, but...in Branson, a gallon of ice cream probably costs one $18.00! Skip this tourist trap!!!

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Grandma Ruth's Cinnamon Rolls

4.6

(89 reviews)

3.7 mi

Very yummy cinnamon rolls! We arrived just before the first closing, but the staff was very…read moreaccommodating. Excellent service. Even the guy answering the phone was friendly. Nice bright shop with lots of seating and cards and games to play at the tables. PS. Grandma passed, so they have a new name. Same address.

Nice kids in the store, probably the worst cinnamon roll I've ever had, overcooked cinnamon…read moresurface, not in the dough. no gooey, goodness. Just dry and stiff 16 dollars for two rolls. I wish I would've just got some little Debbie.it was horrible

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Sugar Leaf Bakery, Cafe & Espresso

Our son ordered their wedding cupcakes from Sugar Leaf in 2019. (They were the best cupcakes…read moreever). We have been coming to the cafe ever since. The soup and sandwiches are freshly made and we usually order pastries to go for the following morning when vacationing in Branson. I had the chili and sandwich. The bacon turkey sandwich was extra special good. The chili had quite a few beans but the flavor was really delicious They are busy but the wait is minimal. We've always had great service. It's a cafe setting, clean with modern decor. Everything you'd ask for in a friendly cafe.

This place is a winner. I enjoyed my latte and my meal. The ultimate BLT and chicken rice soup…read morelived up to their reputation. I will definitely come back again.

Some of the decadent deserts at Sugar leaf - Branson, MO

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Carter S.

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2 months ago

best gas station over eve been too, great food, great music, service was so polite, and they never mess up your order, and inside, they have a variety of stuff that a typical gas station doesn't have. read more

Randall N.

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3 years ago

Never ending changes. Managr changes pricing.from.day to day.

Dj C.

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3 years ago

Cliff was rude and talking down to the employees

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