I remember the glorious day Dewar's Express was opened. You mean I can get my favorite ice cream and chews in a drive thru? Well this is almost too convenient. lol Now any time I find myself (or know a loved one is in the area) I get to say one of my favorite sentences.. "1 large sundae, Reece's on the bottom and cookie dough on the top with almonds and hot fudge please! And some peanut butter chews to go please!" And don't sleep on their ice cream cookie sandwiches either! They're delicious! While the drive thru is great, I also enjoy dining in at this location. Both their inside and outside dining areas have that classic ice cream parlor feel which always adds to the experience. Dewar's is known for keeping an amazing and friendly team, this location is no different. The staff at this location has always been kind and helpful since they first opened. read more

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This place was great! We went through the drive-thru and it was pretty quick. We ordered 1/4 bag of the original candy, a root beer float, and a rocky road. They were all fantastic. Would definitely go back! read more

Dewars sundaes can't be beat, marshmallow topping is sublime, The ice cream itself is creamy and hearty. Line was long when we came in on a Sunday evening. We both got small sundaes and sat inside and enjoyed our treat. Service is fine and the inside and outside seating is great at this location. Prices have gone up so we don't come as often as we used to but it's nice to have every once in a while as a treat. read more

The rumors still hold true... if you are a cow... you want your milk to go here! Why? Because Dewars will make magically delicious ice cream that then will make magically delicious milkshakes and sundaes which then will make people feel magically happy! My go-to order is a Black and White with the hot fudge on the side. You'll get the choice of two flavors of ice cream, marshmellow fluff, nuts and hot fudge. Typically, I choose Strawberry and another flavor. They have the best Strawberry ice cream around (: It's still a MUST HAVE for any visitors driving through Bako and a BIG MOO-D lifter for any locals who need some magic in their day! read more

Was waiting in long line parked and went to go inside and doors were locked at 8:50. Got back into my car went and got in line gentleman walked in front of my car placed a cone and told me the car in front of me was the last customers of the day at 8:59. Never had an experience like this anywhere in my life. I was waiting in the long line since 8:52. Very frustrating situation had to go somewhere else won't be going back. read more

Even though this place is small, it's great. We really enjoy Dewar's and when we are near here, it's a great quick spot to pick up some of their yummy goodies. We love the birthday cake ice cream, rocky road and of course the chews. The staff is always friendly and the place is well kept. Highly recommend. read more

Dewar's Express - Birthday cake cone - Candy Stores Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Ice cream selection was ok - very typical basic flavors without anything super trendy or new. For anyone looking for basic flavors, this shouldn't be an issue as they do have quite a bit of flavors to choose from. They ice cream was just OK too. It was a bit gummy/foamy for my liking, but it was for sure smooth and creamy. The price was kind of high for what it is. For the similar price, I think I would go to Sweet fix only because i'm all for trying new and interesting flavor combination. The staffs were friendly but the tables can use a bit of wipe down. read more

No more Triple Chocolate or Lemon Flake? A host of other flavors discontinued. No need to go to Dewar's anymore. Offered our dog a treat and even that was a disappointment- half a dog bone. I did try the new Cherry Chip flavor since my beloved Lemon Flake is no more - took a few bites and set it aside. No need to return to this or any Dewar's since some of our favorite flavors are gone. Prices up, choices limited. Such a shame. read more

You need to get some peanut butter chews. So yummy! All the flavors are great-but seriously, the peanut butter chews are what they really want! Any time I'm going to Bakersfield, I include a quick stop-or drive thru-at Dewar's. Great as a boxed hostess gift and highly anticipated during the holidays. read more

My favorite ice cream in Bakersfield!! The toffee nut flavor is so delicious especially if you had the marshmallow fluff on top. I also like their seasonal girl scout cookie flavors! Definitely a must try ice cream shop if you're ever in the area. They also have a drive thru service which makes it super convenient to get ice cream late at night. read more

Hands down one of the best ice cream parlors here in town. I love everything on their menu. They also have good chewy candy. The service is always fast and they are always friendly. read more

Dewar's Express - Menu as of June 2025 - Candy Stores Near Me - Bakersfield, California

My husband said the butterfinger shake was very sweet, but he still finished it ;). My black and white only had vanilla ice cream because with vanilla and chocolate, it is a bit too sweet for me with the hot fudge. But black and white is bomb! My little girl loves her sundae with her Gummis. And a George's special is classic! Bomb ice cream, it's just a bit expensive. read more

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When you are in need of a sweet fix, like very sweet, Dewar's is going to be your BFF. The best flavor by far (in my humble opinion) is their cookies and cream. It is really creamy and tasty and the cookie pieces are in every bite. I was influenced by other Yelpers to try the Black and White that comes in a large styrofoam cup, but it was way too much for me and the fam. Sure, it's a lot of ice cream but it's also pricier than getting a few scoops and it's just over the top sugary with the marshmallow fluff and the hot fudge. I'll just stick to a simple scoop or two next time! read more

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I stopped by Dewar's on a Friday evening. I love this location because it is the only one in Bakersfield that has a drive-through, which is a huge plus for anybody that has children. The ice cream is always phenomenal. This time around I ordered a strawberry special and it was fantastic easily enough for two people. The service here was quick, even though there were about eight cars ahead of us in the drive-through it moved very quickly . read more

The shop is really small and there's this guy who was hanging out on the patio when we went. To put it bluntly, he seems menacing. He picks his nose and then yells at the staff behind the counter. As a customer, it was disgusting and off putting because he was touching things and spreading germs. Seems like maybe he is a regular customer based on his conversation with the counter staff. I understand that everyone is different and some don't know how to behave in public. But the staff should be cognizant that this will prevent others from wanting to spend money at their establishment. Also, they only have two dairy free options! So I took one of each home to sample. The watermelon ice is okay, but the strawberry tastes artificial. In my opinion, they aren't that good, just full of sugar. More and more people are lactose intolerant, so having a few better options would be great for business. read more

heartbroken that they changed there sizing love the quality just wish they'd go back to there original sizes

Grandpa Jim's is the ultimate fantasy must have! Our entire family loved it, we added to the original pistachio, peppermint ice milk and cookies and cream, epic! read more

Dewar's Express - Grandpa Jim's - Candy Stores Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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I am so disappointed. I used to love Dewar's but they discontinued making my one and only flavor I get from here Lemon Flake. Came here to get a malt. A Lemon Flake malt with almonds. They said they stop making Lemon Flake. Please bring it back Dewar's! It was my favorite and my once a week cheat treat. I'm giving them 2 stars because at least they still have the almond topping that's the best out of all the ice cream shops in town. read more

On a sweltering day this is an Oasis to be in. Always nice and cool. The place is always clean and the ice cream is exceptional! The only reason I can't give it 5 stars is the prices. I only visit every couple of years because they have that implied tip on the payment kiosk and the prices are high enough to begin with. For my daughter to get two scoops in a cup and a milkshake for myself with tip is almost $30, again the product is top notch but I just can't justify paying that much for a little ice cream. read more

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A family member was visiting from Europe, and this was her first time in an American style ice cream parlor. The employees were not busy and just stared at her uncomfortably while she was trying to decide which flavor to order, as if to rush her decision, instead of offering suggestions or being friendly--as has been my experience before. I've been going to the original location on Eye for many years. I get this is a "Dewar's Express" but this low level of customer service is unacceptable. Customers should be made to feel welcome and comfortable, and the staff should encourage a good experience--not rush you to make a hasty decision, especially when no one else is on the store. If this is how Dewars employees represent the store to visiting family and first time customers, we won't be going back to this location. ... Not to mention the prices have increased astronomically. read more

I am a sucker for ice cream, and Dewar's has some of the best! Although I am impressed by the list of flavors, toppings, and wild combinations they offer, I am always going to be predictable and order the "Black and White" but sub in Coffee ice cream! Delicious! I would love to offer up a higher star count on this location because the ice cream itself is so perfect, but the drive thru experience hasn't been as good to me as the other locations. The long line for the drive thru is not so bad in and of itself, but I don't think I have gone through yet without having to go inside to correct something that I was sure should have been right in the bag. My nut allergy besties - please be aware that there are nuts prevalent in the place and I have had a lone peanut slip its way into my order, even after forewarning the staff of my allergy. This is something they note on the menu as a risk of cross contamination, but I wanted to put this on alert for those who might have a worse allergy than myself and who need to be extra careful. read more

Went through the drive through and a young man took our order. When we got up to the window to pay, I entered my tip amount and tapped my card on the card reader. He then turned the card reader to face away from me, tapped a bunch of buttons on it, and then asked me to use my card again, but faced the screen away from me. I asked to see the screen so I could verify the amount. He seemed annoyed, tapped some more buttons, and then faced the screen to me, which thankfully showed the correct amount (after all his button tapping) He was rude the rest of the interaction, seemed annoyed, and even joked with the other employees about us. He blocked the window so we couldn't see our drink being made. The whole experience was sketchy and unprofessional. This was on May 16th 2025 around 8:45pm read more

I hadn't been here in years until the other weekend when I had family visiting from down south who've missed Dewar's since moving. On a Saturday night, Dewar's Express in the SW was a no-brainer to avoid the crowds at the other locations. What this Dewar's lacks in size, it makes up for in convenience. I'm almost certain the entire menu is available here minus the long waits for tables or counter space at the other spots. Here you order at the register and sit at one of the 6-8 tables inside, and there's patio space that's a great option the warmer months. The service is no-frills: You place your order and walk 5 feet to pick it up. For those who don't need the Dewar's old-timey soda and ice cream fountain experience (e.g. locals who've been there/done that since childhood), Express lets you enjoy all the flavors and favorites but on your timeline. They even have a drive-thru. Plus, my family used this a good time to pick up some Chew's - again without having to grab a ticket and wait. This place lives up to its name for sure. read more

I've been going to dewars since I was a little I have never been so disappointed in a in a hometown place Your prices are ridiculous My banana milkshake was done by someone who didn't give a crap,and lazy. I had half a banana in my milkshake not cut up. Get it together if I'm gonna pay $17 for a milkshake I'm gonna go to the grocery store and make my own read more

SHRINKFLATION, QUALITY DEGRADATION Dewars ice cream used to be a real treat until recently. I don't know if the owners retired and kids have it now and got greedy, but the portion sizes have shrunk considerably, the prices have increased significantly, and the quality has degraded in their ice cream. I ordered a tan and white, and the cup was MUCH smaller. The ice cream was light and fluffy and melted super quick. It's like they have whipped the ice cream to add air so it has more volume, but you're just paying more for air--it's not the quality ice cream it once was. read more

We ordered a banana split and our banana was brown and took away from the experience. I don't think anyone should be served bananas looking/tasting like that. It was not the quality that we expected. read more

Dewar's Express - Banana split. - Candy Stores Near Me - Bakersfield, California

I'm a huge fan of old fashioned ice cream and prefer it over grocery store ice cream on any given day. I am in love with their Black and White, which is basically a hot fudge sundae with a scoop of vanilla ice cream at the bottom, hot fudge in the middle, and a scoop of chocolate ice cream on top, finished off with marshmallow cream on top and your choice of bites (I prefer walnuts). It's oh-so-yummy good, and I swear, you'd be addicted to it. I'll forewarn you though, that if you're counting calories, this will totally kill you. This sundae has got about 2600 calories. But if I were you, I'd make your cheat day count. Also, the prices have gone up in the past few years. So the Black and White I was used to paying at $5.35, is now $8.65. A half gallon of ice cream is also about $14. So I'd say, this is a great place if you want to spoil yourself with a yummy treat every few months or so. And if you're willing to sacrifice some time, because the wait can be quite a bit, especially in the drive thru! read more

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If your in a rush, Dewar's express offers drive thru service for placing, and picking up your order. This location (like the other 2) sells floats, ice cream, hand packed ice cream, candy, chews (aka taffy), and other ice cream related items. This is Dewar's newest location. The service here is always very good, and the staff is always friendly. The prices are very good for the quality of the ice cream, chews and candy. read more

I thought I reviewed this place already. I probably won't go back to this location because I really like how the downtown location is nostalgic. My boyfriend loved it but I wanted to take him to the downtown location we didn't get a chance. It's not some thing we eat all the time really like once a year. But all I have to say is that the people are nice the place was clean. We just don't really eat this stuff. I don't even really have a sweet tooth so I know this is the worst review ever. Lol. Just know that the black and white was really good for him. read more

Dewar's Express - Black & tan - Candy Stores Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Ice cream was a bit icy, less creamy than I remember it being. Customer service was great. They were very nice and attentive. Place seemed clean quieter than normal. My daughter loves coming here when we visit but today wasn't as good. She didn't finish her Black and Gold which is very abnormal for her. read more

Oh my sweet Dewar's you likely are the only place i cannot resist for my deep, occasional SEXY Luscious ice cream cravings!! ;) I've read some of the reviews here posted within the last several months and the bad ones come on really?? Ok i will agree there's one location they have on calloway i'll never go back to yes the staff there (mostly early 20's kids) and yea rude as hell! maybe some are throwing their reviews on this location by mistake who knows. But yes the drive thru gets busy what do you expect this is worth the wait in that long ass line!! Can you just think about what naughtiness awaits you when you get to the window and not complain so much?? Haha ok that's my 2 cents i'll stop there you get my point! Wait i have to say i've only been met with cheery, sweet vibes from everyone here from the window, on the phone and inside so that's why i can't really believe all the negative reviews :) Dewar's has been around forever i remember taking my oldest when he was little to the downtown location for his favourite chocolate malts to this day he reminds me of our visits when he's feeling all soft and fuzzy inside reminiscing with me oh i miss my time with him makes me tear up remembering those sweet times and thinking now he has his own family and i don't get to see him as often as i'd like....Wow how'd i get to that!! I'm a momma it happens Lol Ice cream!! Fluffy!! How'd they get that texture btw? Creamy as it should be and not too sweet perfect for Tina!!! hehe yea it's my idea of perfect homemade ice cream!! My favourite concoction of theirs is the Tan & White which is a scoop of vanilla and chocolate with ground walnuts, marshmallow cream (homemade and insane!!!), caramel that i could do shots of! It tastes of hints of coffee!! I have them add their salty peanut butter and hot fudge to that! Omg it's a Dream!! I know others would disagree with me as everyone has their own poison but my god to me it's me in a dessert!! Soft, creamy, voluptuous ice cream, fluffy marshmallow cream, naughty caramel and hot fudge, Salty kick from that peanut butter ugh!!! I'm turning myself on with freakin ice cream hahaha!! Oh don't forget their other treats their famous chews i dare you to stop yourself at only one haha!! And their homemade sherbet makes a badass cocktail hehe...Hell go try everything! Anyway you definitely feel the love here yea it's the kind of love that will go strait to the booty but somehow i never have guilt after indulging here maybe it's what i need occasionally to just make me happy with zero regrets and remind me that life can be as sweet as you make it ;)... I love you Dewar's and i'll be back again because you make me smile and fill that sweet spot. read more

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Great Ice Cream! Good hang out for friends and family (age is not an issue) Good times guaranteed. read more

Dewar's Express - No nonsense Dewars Ice Cream Counter. - Candy Stores Near Me - Bakersfield, California

While I can't beat the previous reviewer's description of 'sexy luscious ice cream,' I would definitely concur that this ice cream is top-tier. Honestly, Bakersfield has way better ice cream options than Sacramento does, which makes sense, because it gets like, really, really hot here. I recently came to Dewar's Express drive-through with my cousin on a late night dessert run for a chill sesh we were having with some friends. While the line was long, I personally felt that it moved pretty quickly, considering the amount of work being done. (As anyone who has ever worked in any ice cream shop can attest, scooping cold items for hours on end is rather physically challenging.) Even though I was already full before I got here, I felt compelled to order a scoop of lemon chip ice milk with gummy bears. My cousin ordered an array of other items, including a banana split, a black and tan, and several other sundaes. Right when the cashier told my cousin the total, she happened to be looking at something shocking on her phone. "Aw, man!" She exclaimed. "No, sorry, I was looking at my phone, that's fine." Maybe you had to be there, but we were cracking up. I think the total was close to $50. Anyway, my lemon ice milk was delicious. Kind of like a less-creamy, icier gelato, but just as sweet, and more refreshing. I had a few bites of my cousin's sundae, and it was out of this world. I think it was called a black and brown, or a black and white? Which leads me to my one and only criticism of Dewar's, which is that their menu is not easily accessible online. The ice cream was amazing, the customer service was great, and I would love to come back again. read more

My favorite ice cream spot in Bakersfield. My favorite flavors are mint chip, english toffee and chocolate chip.

Good ice cream, good size for two to share. Pretty happy with the size considering some portions have decreased. Would order again. read more

Dewar's Express - Traditional Banana Split - Candy Stores Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Went to get ice cream and the only the drive thru was open. Made it where we couldn't get the food. Have been to this place since I was little. the prices are insane for just ice cream. read more

Prices got bigger but portion sizes are way smaller and customer service does not match the price you pay. We spent around $50 for a family of 4 and when we got home noticed the extra toppings that are pretty expensive were not added. I called to let them know and they told me to go back but it was already 10pm so I told them it was too late to drive back. So they told me to come back another day for free toppings‍ I asked if they would give me an ice cream and they said, "no" just the topping. I just explained that when we are spending so much money good customer service would be to offer me a free ice cream to make it worth my drive. We went back and forth and I asked to speak to the manager and he said she was on break. At that point since I wasn't happy with the resolution I did ask the shift manager Alex who made the final decision and he said the manager Abby. I was confused because he wouldn't let me talk to her stating she was on break but then he contradicted himself saying she was the one who made the call. At that point I just asked if he could credit my card what I paid for the toppings and he said yes. I don't know why that wasn't just offered to me from the beginning instead of just telling me to go back another day for a free topping. It wasn't until I asked for the managers name and mentioned I would be leaving a review that he muffled the phone and then suddenly said the manager was available to speak to me. I know it's not fun to address issues as a manager but that's a part of the job. At that point I was over it and just asked for them to refund me for my toppings and I was done. I just feel when you spend so much you should receive quality customer service. This is not what we experienced and I'm super disappointed. For the price you are paying and the size they are giving you now on top of the poor quality service we won't be returning to Dewars. read more

Tried to give this place another chance, but not impressed again. Ordered a chocolate malt with a lil xtra malt price says 12.45 on sign. Okay, but I get to window and the new price is 16.56!! I asked why and she said prices went up,, ok how about let's change the sign or put a note up stating that prices are higher than what is posted. I know things have gone up but that's ridiculous for one! And I took a drink,, absolutely no malt in it. Definitely not going to go back. read more

You just can't go wrong!! We headed over after watching a wonderful musical at BCHS, and we definitely made the right decision. The staff was great. It was Maison's birthday and he was taking orders. The couple in front of us asked a million questions and he handled it all with such grace and as if there weren't 15 people in line behind them and 25 cars in the drive-thru (and there really was). You are amazing, Maison. We got our order just the way we like it and enjoyed every lick. Fantastic! It really is the best way to end the day. I highly recommend the experience and ice cream. read more

Dewar's Express - Cotton candy on a sugar cone. - Candy Stores Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Never go to this place Ordered a hot fudge Sunday and there was hardly any hot fudge Asked for more hot fudge, and they wanted to charge extra. Asked the lead to talk to the Mgr and he said not available with an attitude. read more