Amazing history! Good selection of hand dipped ice-cream…read moreflavors and toppings. My wife and I decided on sugar cones (fresh) with one (huge!) scoop. The person behind the counter was very attentive, friendly and helpful (we tasted several different flavors)! The location was very neat and clean. The next time in the area we'll be back!

Went here with a friend. No, I did not have ice-cream, but I did have one of their sandwiches for…read morelunch. I was surprised it was so good. Don't discount the other food thinking they are only an ice-cream shop. They are a lot more. They have seating inside and out (when it's warm). The service was friendly. As for their ice-cream, I have had it from the store. It's very good too. So stop by for lunch and grab an ice-cream after. It's worth it!

Try the black licorice ice cream! It's a local favorite. I had the pecan and my partner had a…read moredouble scoop bowl.

I really wanted ice cream and like the coffee shops we explore in small downtowns, we also love to…read morefind local ice cream shops. At first, this one disappointed me. They had a lot of good-looking flavors and even some vegan ones. I'm not vegan (anymore), but I still like to limit my dairy intake, so I got excited at first when I saw oat milk based ice cream... especially in my favorite flavor - peanut butter & chocolate! BUT... they display their gorgeous waffle cones... FULL of gluten and crumbs... right on. top. of. the ice cream. I think the guy behind the counter saw me start to panic a little when he asked if I'd like a taste and I responded with, "I can't - these are contaminated." I was ready to choose a flavor in another cabinet where there weren't any cones, but the cones probably get moved around in those cases... so I wasn't sure if I could trust any of the flavors. He was a little hard to understand over the noisy patrons (kids ‍), but eventually I realized he said they keep each flavor in the back in clean containers for those with severe allergies. Cue HAPPY FACE!! He went to the back and got the oat milk flavor, then he even washed off the scoop before scooping mine out. I REALLY appreciate the extra effort! So if you have allergies, don't panic... gluten, dairy, nut, whatever it is... just let them know and ask for the good stuff in the back. The ice cream itself was OK - not the best dairy-free I've had - but it was decent. I'm sure their regular flavors are absolutely delicious. Hubs definitely enjoyed his.

I have been a fan of designer desserts for over a decade now. My go to flavor is the Tuxedo…read moreCheesecake. They now even have vegan flavors! It is always very colorful inside the shop and they do have seating options. Sometimes the amount of options can be overwhelming so make sure you take your time to review all of the options before ordering. They also have cookies in addition to cupcakes and you can order cakes ahead of time. I recommend you go earlier as they don't replace the flavors that sell out for the day.

Designer Desserts really knows how to deliver an indulgent treat! We stopped by and couldn't resist…read morethe mini cherry cheesecake--just look at it! From the buttery graham cracker crust to the rich, creamy filling and that bright cherry on top, every bite was a sweet little moment of joy. The flavor was spot on--sweet but not overly sugary, and the texture was perfectly smooth. Presentation is a big win here too. The dessert came tucked into a cute little box that made it feel like opening a gift. You can tell there's real thought put into how they serve their treats. The only reason this isn't a full 5 stars? The wait was just a bit longer than expected, and we would've loved more variety available at the time we visited. But honestly, that cheesecake alone was worth it. Whether you're strolling downtown or just craving something sweet, Designer Desserts is a fun and flavorful stop worth it

I love coming here. They have some really good sandwiches and coffee. I like getting the chicken…read morepesto panini, turkey avocado, and the grilled cheese with tomato soup. Make sure you check out tge desserts in the case. They have really good brownies and fruit pies tgat you can get by the slice. I like coming here to grab lunch and work.

Great place for a workday lunch! Lots of sandwich options, and fresh ingredients. Think my Sammy…read morewould have been excellent with bacon but still good.

Rainbow Cone is now in Northwest Indiana and even better in Valpo! This is our favorite ice cream…read morein Chicago. We will definitely be visiting often! If you've never been, you must try the Original Rainbow Cone. The five flavors don't seem to go to together, but it is surprisingly amazing! And regardless of flavor, they make really good ice cream. Bonus: this Rainbow Cone location is attached to a Buona. It's the franchises' first new construction joint location.

I'm so glad Rainbow Cone is here in Valpo. This location is attached to Buona Beef. You can grab a…read morebeef with hot peppers then cool down with a waffle cone. The staff is friendly and there are rewards you can sign up for. The decor is bright and makes you want to linger inside or on the patio. My kid's favorite place this summer.

My husband and I went for dinner last Saturday and really enjoyed it. First of all, it is really a…read morebeautiful place. The servers were on top of everything and our server in particular never let a cup get empty and whenever my husband needed another beer, she was right on top of us. She was excellent. My husband had the chicken enchiladas and rice. I kept stealing his rice because it was so good. I am craving it today as a matter of fact. I had the nachos from the appetizer menu and it was gigantic and delicious. They give you sweet potato flautas, instead of chips and salsa when you sit down and they were delicious as well. We went in October so the outside was closed because it was a bit too cold to sit outside. But in the summer, they have music outside and dancing. We will definitely be going back.

Their margaritas are amazing I had the cucumber lime, and it was so refreshing! The food was great,…read moreand we enjoyed sitting outside. The interior is beautifully decorated. A bit pricey, but overall excellent. I often order takeout from here too!

I recently ordered a medium Good Mojo drink along with a party-size hummus and veggie platter and…read moreunfortunately the experience was pretty disappointing. The hummus was extremely watery--more like a soup consistency than the thick, creamy hummus I expected. It made it difficult to enjoy with the vegetables or chips. Speaking of the platter, for something labeled "party size," there were surprisingly very few vegetables included. Instead, it came with a large amount of chips. I was also expecting multigrain chips based on the photo but they were just plain tortilla chips, which wasn't what I had in mind. The Good Mojo juice itself tasted good, although it was served warm rather than chilled. Overall, for the amount I spent, I had much higher hopes for the quality and portion balance of what I was getting. It just didn't feel like the value matched the price.

A whole lotta greens, straight to the dome. I got the Kale Kraze Salad (quinoa, almonds,…read morecranberries, avocado and kale marinated in olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper). The salad came with a lemon garlic dressing on the side, which I didn't pour over the salad, but instead dipped forkfuls lightly into the cup. The salad was huge! There was no way I could finish it, and I didn't. But it was satisfying and made my body feel oh-so good, the way that a body feels good when eating whole foods. Roots Market Cafe has a lot of nourishing options here. I had a hard time choosing what to get, because they have so many tasty-sounding options. Most (all?) of the menu is either vegetarian or vegan, and they offer salads, wraps, smoothies, juices, and a selection of baked goods. This place is also a little market! You can find fresh produce here -- I saw sweet potatoes, broccoli, zucchini, ginger root, bananas, pineapple, berries and other things. They also sell alternative milks, mushroom coffee, organic eggs, kimchi, vegan snacks, and things I have never seen, like vegan marshmallows and vegan marshmallow cream. Who knew that existed? I got my salad to go, but they have a dining room where you can sit and stay a while. The dining room is separate from the market and ordering counter, and is located in an entirely different room.

I like coming here especially in the summer. They have a good selection of froyo and mix in…read moreoptions. They also have frozen yogurt for dogs in the freezer.

Wow I love this place! Always so clean and staff are friendly. They have the best flavors and their…read moretopping station is always well kept.