Bendy's Cookies and Cream never disappoints! The first time my wife and I visited, it was just the…read moretwo of us on a date night. We were looking for a sweet treat to wrap up the evening and stumbled on this gem. The snickerdoodle cookies were soft, warm, and packed with cinnamon-sugar flavor. Paired with their creamy, rich ice cream--it was an instant win. We said right then and there that we'd be back. This time around, we brought the whole family to celebrate Father's Day, and we had a great time. Our son came in making a big fuss about wanting Teddy Grahams (of all things ), but we had something better planned--and Bendy's delivered. Once he got his ice cream in a waffle cone, he was all smiles and forgot all about the Teddy Grahams. Great ice cream, fresh-baked cookies, and a fun, welcoming atmosphere. Whether it's date night or family night, Bendy's is officially our go-to dessert spot. We had a great Father's Day, and Bendy's made it even sweeter.

Popped in around 8ish and they were low on cookies. The staff explained to me the best times to…read morecome in for a better selection......they stop baking cookies around 7pm. I really wanted to try their ice cream sandwich but I just got 1 chocolate chip cookie and 1 banana pudding cookie. Yummm!! This was my first time trying the banana pudding cookie & I loved it so much! The.choc chip is always a solid choice. I like this location because it's so easy to get in and out of. The store is clean and has nice inside and out seating available.

Bruster's has become our go to ice cream shop locally…read more We have been getting it almost weekly on Saturday nights for a treat and love many of the seasonal options. It is pretty easy to order ahead of time on the app. The only issue we have run into is sometimes they can't find our order if we arrive later than planned. Invariably it is always ready just can't always quickly find where they put it in the freezer. My favorite flavor is the Caramel Apple Crunch featured on the fall menu.

Stopped by here on a Saturday afternoon to grab a sweet treat. Well, I didn't but my mom did. She…read morelooooovess ice cream!!! When we arrived, it was already pretty busy and remained that way the entire time we were here. People love ice cream; especially one a nice sunny day! My interaction with the staff was pleasant. The owner was on sight working. She was awesome and so kind. (Thank you for taking time to take the photo of the lovely wall art for me). Man, the menu has lots of sweet offerings!! I was super impressed because I really don't recall the other location in Vestavia having Italian ice or sorbet. Don't quote me on this. This is a great addition to the Trussville area. It's located on the end space of a busy strip mall. This is a perfect location!!! It can get kind of tight when the location is busy. There is a red bench out front while you wait. There is also additional seating available not far from the building. My mom enjoyed her turtle sundae( sorry no pics). The outside decor really will make it hard to decide what to order. The menu is well displayed, so that is helpful. First time coming here but not last. I will be sure to grab myself something the next time I'm in the mood for some ice cream or a sweet treat!

One of Birmingham's only true creameries, where they're making all the ice cream in house. I am a…read moreself proclaimed Ice Cream Snob, but Big Spoon checks all my boxes. Unique flavors, classic flavors, the smell of fresh waffle cones inside. Big Spoon does a ton of business, as they should. The location here in Avondale is great, but not super walkable from any really good restaurants. I would love to see them open another spot on 2nd Ave. I had the strawberry tres leches in a waffle cone and it was delicious. I appreciate the care and craft that went into making sure every bit down to the bottom of the cone had ice cream in it. 10/10.

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.

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.

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!

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!