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.

Got the pistachio and cake batter flavors with a little graham cracker for texture, tasted like…read morecleaning chemicals. I would have tried the flavors beforehand but there was no one on the floor at the time. 2-3 sections of flavor options were not in working order. Very disappointing.

The abundance of flavors they have to offer is phenomenal. The staff isn't all that nice but it is…read morewhat it is.

Stopped by Yummy's on a recent Friday night. The restaurant was somewhat busy but also seemed short…read morestaffed. It took an extended amount of time for food and drinks. Once we finally received our order, the food and drinks were good. My husband had the fried pork chop plate. The pork chops were seasoned and fried to perfection. I had the yummy baker with shrimp. The shrimp were seasoned well and there was sautéed onions and peppers added to the potato. There was also a pickle on the plate which I thought was interesting. For drinks we tried the henny punch. It had good flavor and lots of fresh fruit mixed in. The owner was very apologetic about the long wait. Would I return...yes.

Everything was so good!! I stopped by in here during a conference at The Link with the Fombys. They…read morewanted to sow into this business and I will say very well worth it! They were so accommodating with our huge group and hefty orders. I had the lobster tail (which was huge) with asparagus, grits and eggs. I don't know what they put in them eggs but CHILE it was so good. Will be back to support! Real chill bar and grill type of vibe.

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.

4 stars because I feel bad giving less than that. Good concept - you choose your base of ice cream…read moreand the toppings you want and they mix it all together on the table in front of you. There was a line but move very fast and we were in and out quickly. I got Oreo base with extra Oreo and sprinkles with chocolate sauce. Would I be surprised if I got sick??....probably not since the guy doing my BFs was not wearing gloves. They are not necessarily touching the food but personally... freaked me out since the rest of the workers were and when you're dealing with food you should always be wearing gloves. Also- the ice cream when it's served is a little too runny for my liking. Maybe the table needs to be colder? Overall solid ice cream to suffice the craving.

This was my first time visiting a Cold Stone Creamery, and it was such a great experience! The…read morelocation was nice and spacious, and definitely worth stopping by if you're in the area and craving something sweet. Great staff Kyleigh was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. I chose the coffee and cheesecake flavors just the right amount of sweetness for me and they were delicious. I can't wait to come back!

me and my partner went here pretty late today and i immediately noticed how nice and welcoming this…read moreplace feels! our boba was super yummy too! the lady who took our order was so nice and patient with us! this place feels very homey and has a lot of activities to do! :) would absolutely love to go here again

This place is super awesome. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The yogurt is breath taking…read morewith many varieties to choose from. You will not be disappointed. You pay by the weight so I advise you to serve the little ones as they will definitely over due your budget :D

The service is good but they did mess up apart of our order but was so kind and understanding this…read moreplace is great super peaceful and very clean and very friendly they have amazing dessert and toppings I would recommend for anyone who wants a nice little experience

If you think you know good food and ice cream? Come to Angel Cakes and experience the real thing…read more Chicken Caesar roll up that is second to none and the creamiest ice cream served with a smile. Come meet the nicest people and play one of your favorite games provided for your enjoyment at Angel Cakes.

I would give this place a hundred stars if I could. Jessy and Trisha are so sweet and you can tell…read morethey bake their treats with love and SKILL. Everything tastes so good. Truly a Calera gem!