PROS: This is the best tasting ice cream I've ever had! This is hand made ice cream and I can…read moreeasily taste the difference. Place is clean, spacious, staff is friendly, loads of seating, menu variety plentiful, prices are fair, and it's in a good location CONS: Hardly any parking. it takes nine years to find paid street parking OVERALL: I'm recommending this joint to all my friends. This is absolutely a hidden gem

Came here based on the yelp reviews. It's a nice little ice cream shop with a variety of seating…read moretypes and areas. There's street parking and a lot at the end of the street. Unfortunately, we were a bit disappointed. The person behind the counter was on the phone the entire time and honestly not really paying attention to us. The ice cream looked like it had been sitting out for awhile, and they had run out of several flavors, like mango and pistachio. And the bubble waffle machine was broken. There were some unique flavors of ice cream such as strawberry lychee and fruit blossom (guava orange passion fruit), but they tasted a little weird - like maybe these fruits were just not supposed to go together. The kids liked their chocolate though.

Van Dyk's is one of those classic summer traditions for my family. We usually make a few trips here…read moreevery summer, and it's easy to see why people keep coming back. Their homemade ice cream is delicious, and they offer a huge variety of flavors. We stopped by on a Friday afternoon and lucked out--it wasn't crowded yet. If you've ever been here during peak summer hours, you know that's a rarity. This place is a local favorite, and long lines are pretty common later in the day. I was really hoping to get my favorite, Bailey's Cream, but they were sold out. That's one thing to keep in mind: while they have a ton of flavors, they aren't always all available. I ended up ordering the Black Raspberry Chip with free rainbow sprinkles (my go-to), and it definitely hit the spot. Someone in our group got a milkshake and absolutely loved it, while another ordered the Cappuccino Oreo and enjoyed it as well. Portion sizes: A single scoop (their small) is surprisingly large. With prices having increased over the years, I'd love to see a smaller, more affordable option for those times when I just want a little ice cream. I also wish they'd let you choose two flavors in a small cup instead of requiring a double scoop (medium) if you want to mix flavors. A few things to know before you go: Van Dyk's is cash only, although they do have an ATM inside if you need it. The shop itself is very small, with no indoor seating or restrooms. There are only a few places to sit outside, so most people end up standing around or grabbing a spot on the small wall. Parking can also be a bit of a headache. The lot gets hectic, especially when they're busy, and better signage would definitely help. We've found it's often easier to park on a nearby side street and walk over. Even when the line is long, the staff does a great job keeping things moving. One employee usually takes care of an entire group from start to finish, which helps keep the ordering process efficient. Everyone we've interacted with has always been friendly and helpful. Even with the cash-only policy, limited seating, and hectic parking, Van Dyk's is still one of our family's favorite summer traditions. The homemade ice cream keeps us coming back year after year, and hopefully next time they'll have my favorite ice cream, Bailey's Cream, in stock.

- Bright interior where you order your treats before exiting through a separate door; slight…read morelingering milk scent inside - Wide variety of flavors, with very generous portions - Creamy, rich ice cream with solid flavor depth - Friendly, efficient service; staff kindly provided cups and spoons for our overflowing two-scoop cones - Small private parking lot that fills up quickly, especially on a hot Sunday evening - No formal seating, but there's space to relax on the stone ledge outside - Cash only

Dirty and terrible food. A real dump! May have been cute 10 years ago but now in disrepair!read more

The great reviews led us to stop by. Needed to satisfy a craving for hot dogs…read more We did chili dogs all around. Dogs are larger than your typical hot dog. Very difficult and very messy to eat. Buns simply fell apart. Left half on the plate. Oh well, the hot dog search continues.

Fantastic new addition to Ridgewood. The owner gave out samples of their strawberry yogurt drink…read moreduring the 4th of July parade and they were an absolute hit! Refreshing, healthy, but almost tasted like a not so bad for you version of a milkshake with fresh fruit on the bottom. Would absolutely go back!!!!!

First time trying Hey Yogurt and opted for the strawberry mango yogurt. Ohh what a treat! It's…read morelight, delicate and full of flavor. Great treat for $8. Highly recommend.

Kilwins is always a fun stop, especially the moment you walk through the door. The smell of freshly…read moremade waffle cones fills the air, and the display of chocolates, fudge, and other sweet treats is hard to resist. The line was fairly long when I visited, but it moved quickly thanks to the efficient staff. This time I tried the Georgia Peach ice cream. It was good and definitely hit the spot, though I have to admit I left thinking that Tillamook's Sweet Cream Peach back home is still my favorite peach ice cream. Even so, Kilwins delivers exactly what you'd hope for: quality ice cream, a great atmosphere, and plenty of tempting treats beyond just the frozen desserts. Overall, it was a great experience, and I'll definitely be back to try more flavors.

- Street parking only; a few tables and barstool counter seating inside, with additional outdoor…read moretables as well; the shop felt bright, clean and welcoming, filled with the sweet aroma of freshly made waffle cones; in addition to ice cream, they also offer chocolates and other sweet treats - Ice cream pricing is displayed on small signs that can be easy to overlook at first glance - Staff were very friendly and patient, happily answering questions and offering samples of several flavors - Despite the hot Sunday afternoon, the shop was pleasantly calm, with customers popping in while we enjoyed our treats indoors - The ice cream was cold, creamy, and full of flavor--the blueberry waffle cone, strawberry chunk, and traverse city cherry flavors were packed with real fruit, while the cappuccino chocolate chip was bold, rich, and loaded with chocolate chunks

Cute concept by the side of the road. We were on a road trip and wanted something quick and healthy…read moreto snack on before dinner. We saw this place and decided to try it. I liked the creativity of the dishes on the menu and I liked the milkshake I got (peanut butter, yogurt and banana). Decor was cute, simple and on theme (bees). There wasn't much room for sitting so it is best to take things to go. One thing to note - if you get a milkshake and ask for sprinkles, know that the sprinkles will be generously mixed into your drink and not just dusted on top. My daughter got that and ended up drinking my milkshake because she was overwhelmed by the amount of sprinkles she got. Overall, cute stop - recommended to try.

I really like the food and the smoothies at YogyBee. They serve wrap, salads and smoothies. I…read morealways order a wrap and a smoothie. They offer variety and flavor. I definitely recommend YogyBee for lunch or dinner.

The service here was absolutely amazing. The worker Sophie was super sweet to my daughter and made…read moremy daughter's smoothie in a timely manner. She was super grateful for my tips and very polite. I would highly recommend this place. Not only was the smoothie good, but the service as well. Thank you Sophie!

Always love getting lunch from here. Got the spring smoothie and buffalo chicken wrap. Buffalo…read morechicken wrap is always my go to here but Spring Smoothie was new try for me and I loved it. My husband got the parent trap and Thai crunch salad. I love how they give you the option of making a wrap or salad for all their food options it's so fun!

We went for free cone day! It was very well organized and the line moved swiftly. They have so many…read moreflavors to pick from and they passed the menus around while we waited. The chocolate brownie one was so good. Perfect chunks of brownie!! Lots of families and outdoor area to hang at and some seating inside. Street parking available but they also have a parking lot.

Came here free cone day which did impact the amount of ice cream I got. However, the staff were…read morefriendly despite being very busy. I definitely would stop by on a regular day to try another flavor of ice cream . Has a good outdoor setting and on a nice day it would be enjoyed.

- Very quiet on a Friday evening, giving the shop a somewhat subdued atmosphere; there are a few…read moretables inside and a couple of benches outside, making it easy to find a seat but lacking much energy or charm - Service was disappointing: the employee avoided eye contact, barely greeted us, spoke so softly it was difficult to hear, and seemed inconvenienced by our presence; after taking our payment, he disappeared to the back and never returned to the front while we ate - The ice cream was underwhelming: the flavor selection was fairly limited, the texture was overly soft, and the toppings (though plenty to pick from) tasted stale, making the overall experience forgettable - One bright spot: the employee offered our kids cute cow stickers, which was a thoughtful gesture and appreciated by the little ones

THE FOOD ------------------…read more= Charcoal Mocha + Homemade Banana - These were very good flavors and delicious. The Charcoal Mocha was unique and definitely something that surprised us. Homemade Banana was spot on, if you're seeking banana ice cream. = Cotton Candy and Strawberry - OK. Both flavors were a little too sweet and artificial tasting. - Not a lot of ice cream flavors to choose from. - A lot of the ice cream tubs were not very appetizing-looking as they all looked a bit messy or melted and some were empty. THE SERVICE ----------------------- - The employee who scooped our ice cream was very blah, like he didn't want to be there. No greeting to us and not very enthusiastic. Once he was done helping us, he was not seen the rest of the time we were there. THE SURROUNDINGS ------------------------------------ = Large private parking lot outside as Mr. Moo's is part of strip mall. = 3 small tables inside with a long bench and a few chairs. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS ------------------------------------------- = Came by at 7:15 PM on a warm June Friday evening and it was pretty much empty. There were 2 customers that left when we arrived and only 1 came in after we ordered. I could totally see why business is slow here.

Stopped into Bulldog for a coffee which was good. The only downside was the atmosphere. The…read moremanager/owner had a really stressed, snippy energy and was speaking pretty harshly to an employee named Stephanie right in front of customers. It honestly made the place feel tense instead of relaxing. I think things could run a lot smoother if the staff was treated with more professionalism. A coffee shop should feel welcoming, and that vibe just wasn't there this time.

Small coffee shop with a cozy atmosphere, I came by to try the coffee and possibly a vegan treat;…read moreturns out they have vegan pastries and cookies available which is wonderful! I was greeted by a great staff member and the service was fast! I also came on a possibly less busier day. I tried the pistachio latte with macadamia milk. Unfortunately, it's the only reason I didn't put 5 stars! The drink was more coffee than non-dairy milk for a latte but I would go again to ask for that request! It possibly also could be the type of non dairy choice too. I also tried the vegan lemon olive oil cake slice and will definitely come back again for it; such a treat! (I wish it was less than $10 a slice!) I recommend for a quick stop and for coffee dates!