Heard Rick's Dessert Diner was a Sacramento classic, so I had to check them out during my final…read moredays in Davis. The moment you walk in, the retro 1950s diner ambience immediately transports you back to classic Americana dessert culture. They've apparently been serving Sacramento for over 37 years! - Hot Fudge Sundae -- made with Gunther's vanilla & chocolate ice cream, topped with whipped cream, pralines, and a candied cherry; beautifully presented with warm hot fudge drizzled all over - Lemon Raspberry Cake -- moist sponge cake layered with lemon, raspberry, and whipped cream; balanced sweetness with buttercream-coated sides The red booth seating and vintage Americana decor really complete the nostalgic vibe. Service was friendly and quick, and the overall ambience was cozy, retro, and diner-themed. Rick's Dessert Diner definitely feels one-of-a-kind, I'll have to stop by again next time I'm passing through Sacramento.

I must confess, I had written off Rick's a long time ago when they were still at their original…read morelocation. We used to go a lot after a night of bar hopping or clubbing. Rick's was the only place open late that had actual desserts. I mainly ate their cakes. They looked amazing. But I really did not enjoy them. Too dry. Just not good, compared to other bakeries in town. Over the years, Rick's remained a Sacramento staple, and when they opened up their new location in Midtown, the dessert community welcomed them back and embraced their sweet offerings, bigger space, and late night hours. I never went til just a couple weeks ago. Around 9pm on a Friday night I was craving banana cream pie and the husband wanted cherry pie. On Yelp search, Rick's came up as the top choice that was open. So we went and stood in the long line. The place was crowded and loud. Lively and busy vibe. Line moved at a good pace and the staff helping were nice but hurried. So we took our lil pies to go. We both liked our chosen pies. Now I know what to order if I go back to Rick's. Pies over cakes. Every time.

I have to admit, I was not sold on the idea of ice cream inside a donut at first. A donut OR ice…read morecream already feels indulgent enough on its own, so combining the two sounded a little over the top to me. But my friend convinced me to give it a try at The Parlor Ice Cream ad Puffs and WOW O WOW!! I ended up getting an unglazed donut with coffee ice cream made and it was incredible. They have a great selection of Gunther's ice cream so you really can't go wrong with a flavor. The warm donut paired perfectly with the cold, creamy ice cream, and the coffee flavor worked so well with it all together. Definitely something I'll save for an occasional treat, but it's also something I have already been thinking about often now. The staff was also super sweet and welcoming. I'll definitely be back!

I don't think I've been to the Parlor Ice Cream Puff since they were popular on social media 10+…read moreyears ago, when they blew up for the ice cream donut sandwiches. If I remember, they had lines out the door during that era. Now, it's still a quaint little shop and serves mainly ice cream and a few goodies. We went here after eating next door at Saigon Oi. Inside is really small and has maybe one area you can sit in. They do have a decent selection of ice cream and it looks good. Like most other ice cream places, you can choose your flavors and toppings and eat it in a cup or cone. Customer service was great. The person serving us was really friendly and was great with my niece and nephew. The owner rung us up and was really friendly as well. I did not eat the ice cream, but the service and the way they looked makes me think it is decent ice cream. Great place overall and I may come back to try this if I go to Me's kitchen again.

GIRL. I have never had any of the combinations on their wall of flavors! I truly was gob smacked at…read moreevery single one. I probably tried 8 to 9, because the sweet person on the other side of the counter so I can try as many as I wanted to and with no pressure or impatience she happily let me try as many as I wanted. If I could go back, and dare I say it, I would try the pair and blue cheese, one again as a whole single scoop. A wild flavor and weirdly delicious. If you prefer flavors like vanilla and chocolate, this is not a place for you. You need to truly take your tastebuds out for a spin here.

Ice Blocks Location late at night almost closing and it was busy , Great ice cream flavors went…read morewith a scoop of Cofee & Love Nuts and a side of Tacolate (like the spicy kick) staff was great and quick service . lots of parking and they do have tables out front to sit and enjoy your ice-cream . Great for families! they have packed pints ready to pick up and take home

Senior meal, 2 strip chicken meal, sundae & coffee. Special…read moreflavors today: Midnite cookie crunch, campfire ice cream, 4th of july. We ordered 2 kids meals, burger and chicken strips, and kids' sundaes. They love it here. Staff working hard, doing a great job. The place was packed, patrons appeared happy.

June 5, 2026: I ordered Rainbow Sherbet and Mocha Royale to go . . . Yet, Leatherby's menu was…read moreenticing then, I paused reviewing the menu, i.e., HARD PASS. Nope~I'll just purchase the ice cream. BTW: The large Rainbow Sherbet and Mocha Royale I purchased took FIVE inhalation sessions polishing off~lol, i.e., 555!

A fun, locally-owned shop, Licked was on my agenda yesterday after trying them once during a Yelp…read moreevent last year. The flavors have creative names and there were a few flavors that are allergy/diet sensitive, such as the vegan black cherry flavor. I had a matcha flavor during my 1st visit and was drawn to the latte flavor this time. Both flavors were on the mark, and my only regret both trips was not taking some more flavors to have on hand at home. The atmosphere is playful, with cute stickers available for purchase and a huge ice cream cone sculpture out front. Worth a trip, and it could easily be a short walk away if you have lunch or dinner at the neighboring restaurants/cafés, like I did yesterday in my quest to support local. Thanks!

Didn't get to try but I went over to website & google & Yelp to check hours only to find this on…read morethe door.

Gluten free donuts!! I found this spot on a brief visit recently and had a craving for a pastry. I…read morehad to try it! My eye was first drawn to the churro, I haven't been able to have one in years, I was so excited. It was everything I ever wanted in a churro. Crispy outside, fluffy inside, and coated with cinnamon sugar. I could have polished off a dozen of them! The apple fritter was also on my must try list. I grew up loving apple fritters and since having to go GF, it is my most missed donut-adjacent treat. This one was smaller than a normal one, but that was fine because I could actually enjoy it without it being too big. Perfectly fluffy with apple pieces and spiced just right, it was delicious. The cruellers were nice and crispy on the outside and just sweet enough. Glazed with chocolate or regular icing, they are a perfect donut. I have recommended this spot to others that are GF, they need to experience the joy of a prefect GF donut!

For a vegan ice cream and donut spot, this place offers some really great, unique flavors and the…read moreproduct tastes good! I was able to taste the blueberry cobbler and the chunky monkey. Both tasted very good but slightly different without dairy. Otherwise, I really enjoyed the flavor and textures. My friend ended up with the white chocolate macadamia nut cookie which was also great. I love a crunch or different texture mixed in. She did mention that the Rocky Road tasted a bit off because of the lack of dairy and the texture was a bit unusual. The staff were polite and patient and the place didn't seem that crowded for a Thursday around dinner time. I suppose with Ginger Elizabeth's and Rick's Dessert Diner all on the same strip, there is a lot of competition for dessert places here. We were happy to try something new. Everything was fairly clean and there was plenty of bar seating as well as a few tables. I believe there were also tables outside.

froyo - amazing. i don't eat dairy and they had a non dairy option!!!…read more toppings - phenomenal! the granola was amazing and the strawberries were sweet and fresh. service - perfection. the man working here was kind and heartwarming. he even played his flute for us, blowing us away through the power of music- who knew art and froyo could be so connected? music- the mix of the eminem and the flute was beautiful. he even played some ed sheeran as he played his flute and our family loved it. overall- this froyo was amazing! i totally recommend. 10/10.

I had a late night craving for some FroYo and found this place that was nearby and open pretty late…read more(which is a plus). Parking is a little bit hard to find, since you're mostly looking for street parking. Upon entering, the FroYo place had a nice interior that reminded me of a modern casual design with some contemporary elements that created a playful atmosphere. There were some high chair seatings to the right, and some lounge chairs to the left Unfortunately, by the time I came in, they were not allowing us to sample any of the 6 flavors which was a bummer (New York cheesecake, cappuccino, cable car chocolate, vanilla, pomegranate raspberry or euro tart). The flavors are pretty limited, so if you're looking for a place with a wider assortment of flavors, I might recommend somewhere else. However, the toppings bar was nicely stocked with a bunch of different things to choose from, which was one of its saving graces. Once you're done, you weigh your FroYo at the counter. I would've given a solid 4 stars to this place; however, while we were eating the FroYo, the man who was working decided to go into the back of his shop and listen to his shows rather loudly. I could hear the sounds from the shows over the music they were playing, so it made the ambiance a little awkward since I wasn't able to vibe to the music. Thus, creating a rather rambunctious atmosphere. Overall, I do think this place has some room for improvements, especially with their flavor profiles.

Osaka-Ya is such a classic spot for mochi!…read more The mochi here is delicious, fresh, and perfectly sweet--not overly sugary, just balanced and satisfying. You can really taste the freshness in every bite. They also have frozen mochi options, which are great if you want to take some home for later. Street parking can take a little patience, but it's worth the stop if you're craving quality mochi!

Guess I'm currently revisiting places that I wrote "bad" reviews about many years ago, Osaka-Ya…read morebeing one or those places. I've gotten manju from here throughout the years after my old review, but never returned for a snow cone until recently. I'm really not a fan of their shave ice - it's hard, not finely ground, and overly sweetened. Like everything, the manju prices have continued to increase over the years. I used to get manju fairly frequently, but now it just tends to be a more of a once a year treat. They are really the only actual manju place I know of in the area, and it's what I've grown up eating since I was a kid. They have a decent variety, and have ones they just make during Boy's Day and Girl's Day. The manju/mochi tastes as it should (soft/sweet).