I saw the Ice Cream Sammies sign while in Downtown Morganton, and it seemed like a great place to…read morego to cool off. The store is cute and welcoming. I was welcomed when I walked in the door. The store sells Blue Bell ice cream. They are known for their ice cream sammies, and you can pick from Otis Spunkmeyer cookies, or you can just get ice cream in a cup, a regular cone, or a freshly made waffle cone. Milkshakes and malts are available too, as are sundaes. Beverages are sold here as well if you are looking for a soda; I am pretty sure I saw both Coke and Pepsi products available. I liked that the store has comfortable seating areas where I could relax, eat my ice cream, and marvel at the decor. The balloons were a fun touch, and if you time it right, you might even run into the mascot, Sammie. I ordered the two-scoop coconut and Dutch chocolate, not realizing how much ice cream that would actually be--the portion size was very generous!

sweetest owner, best ice cream and homemade cookies!!! best sweets shop in morganton!!read more

Merrill Mischief recently relocated to their bigger space on West Union Street and became the…read moreMerrill Mischief General Store, taking over the beautiful location that the Morganton General Store once occupied. The moment I walked through the door, I was greeted by a wonderful, whimsical vibe. They have a fantastic, dedicated holiday and Christmas area filled with unique ornaments and fun seasonal items that you can shop year-round. I love that the unique art for sale is created by the owners themselves--the co-owner, Sarah Merrill, paints all of the whimsical acrylic artwork on reclaimed wood, which her husband, Craig, finishes with his own custom-built wooden frames! Alongside their original pieces, they also carry a great variety of local souvenirs, Morganton T-shirts, scented candles, and artisan soaps If you have a sweet tooth, make sure to head straight to the back! They make delicious homemade fudge right on-site and are incredibly generous with free samples, so you can try the flavors. They also have an impressive selection of specialty chocolates, nostalgic candies, and trendy novelty freeze-dried treats. Beyond the sweets, it functions as a true modern mercantile. I found a great pantry section stocked with specialty spices, unique condiments, small-batch jams, local honey, and even high-quality maple syrup. They also carry excellent specialty coffees and teas. Whether you are looking for a unique gift, a local treat, or just a fun place to explore downtown, this store is an absolute must-visit. The atmosphere is incredibly welcoming, and the expanded space is a huge win for the community!

Best Fudge and Christmas Shop in the U.S.-- in historic downtown Morganton, NC…read more Sarah and Craig Merrell created a new one-of-a-kind destination filled with smiles and Craig's custom-recipe fudge -- a true culinary extravaganza (with free samples!) and Sarah's original scenic artwork, beautifully framed by Craig, adding warmth and charm. Their shop also offers an impressive array of high-quality, affordable Christmas décor. It's a delight for kids, seniors, and families alike--where sweets, art, Christmas treasures, and even a model train display all come together under one roof. The shop is nestled in Morganton's historic architecture district (for photographers), including restaurants, wine bars, and coffee/tea shops and more all within a block. The whole experience feels like stepping back in time. Small town Americana at its best! Craig even ships his fudge and Sarah her artwork listed on this Google Maps link, making it perfect for gift-giving or satisfying your own cravings at very reasonable prices after or without visiting to experience their artistry and sweets. In my 77 years of global travel, this ranks as one of my favorite experiences. Morganton has done a marvelous job revitalizing its historic town. Don't miss it!

Literally the best downtown shop! The sweetest owner! Yummy whole coffee beans, candles, bags,…read moredecor, and huge selection of wine! Great descriptions of each wine offered. Special events also! Love this place

The shop recently changed ownership. So worried about how the atmosphere would be. Laura and Jim,…read morethe new owners are amazing. They have not only kept a good thing going but made it even better. The Friday tastings are awesome and the charcuterie boards a delight ! We will definitely be back!

Yummy!!! Small place with only outside seating but Great ice cream and fast service. The Sundaes…read morewere delish!!

Good experience, service was good, food was amazing. I decided to get the Fudge Brownie Sundae and…read moreit was amazing, I highly suggest it. Seating was a bit sticky and flies were everywhere though. Otherwise great establishment.

The staff were amazing and friendly. The ice cream is so delicious and creamy. Definitely recommend…read morestoping by and trying all their wonderful flavors!!

I was craving something sweet after dinner and the restaurant didn't offer me dessert. Buzze's came…read moreup in my search as open and I do love general stores. When I walked in I heard music playing so that was a treat. The general store as a variety of items but I did come for the ice cream. There are a lot of flavors to pick from and they offer cups, cones, sundaes and milkshakes. The prices were very reasonable and the scoop portion was generous. I got one scoop of Yippee Skippee. It was peanut butter ice cream with caramel and chocolate covered pretzels and maybe some brownie pieces. The cup said it was Chocolate Shoppe ice cream from Wisconsin and high quality cream. They have an outside covered seating area but I stayed inside and ate the ice cream at one of the tables to listen to the music.

I had a great paleta experience here after seeing a movie. The line was short and the girl inside…read morewas nice. It was a funny situation because I guess pests are prominent in this area and there was a huge roach outside of the shop and the girl inside was scared of it coming in and so were we. It was a funny moment lol. It's a stall outside so it's just in the middle of the elements. The bug did not go inside but it just sat close by and we all laughed about it. Anyway, I ordered the cookies and cream paleta and devoured it. SO good. I hope that girl wasn't tortured by that bug after we left too.

I absolutely loved the flavor combos you can create at this place. I tried the strawberry shortcake…read morecombo papers. I highly recommend it if you're looking for a cool refreshing treat.

Amazing ice cream. Some of the best I've ever had. I tried the Bourbon Butter Pecan...Fantastic!…read more Great service. Clean restaurant!

Yummy ice cream and great service! We went in just before closing and they were so kind.read more

This place is such an amazing find. We got milkshakes but there was many options but we are always…read morelooking for a good milkshake. The ingredients were fresh and homemade. They were truly awesome milkshakes we got strawberry and cookies & cream. Convenient hours, reasonably priced, and very clean environment. I think it would be an excellent place to take the kids for a treat let them be creative. They can pick their flavor and toppings for the popsicle and they look neat.

Excellent deserts with lots of options, including dairy free. Staff and owners are very kind and…read morehelpful. I'm so excited to have this in our area!