Sonny's was everything I hoped it would be and then some. I'd had it on my list for a couple years and this summer evening was the perfect time to try it. It is by far the most aesthetically pleasing ice cream shop in the Twin Cities-I felt like I was transported to a little charming corner of Europe. The staff were warm and friendly, and patiently offered samples to my indecisive friend and I. I don't recall seeing any seating inside the shop, but we were able to easily find a spot in the patio space (which does fill up pretty fast). We tried the Sonny Bai (pistachio ice cream) and Blackberry Sorbet, both whose quality in authenticity and flavor left nothing to be desired! Looks like I've found my go to spot for the rest of the summer! read more

Sonny's Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Do you remember Sonny? I do. 25 years or so ago, I used to bring my anxious out of town family here, and my anxious in-laws, and my in-laws' anxious in-laws. Sonny was always there, and always made everything better. I don't remember how we said "the vibes are good" in the 1900s, but the vibes were so very good at the turn of the last century. I moved out of the neighborhood, but still tried to get back as often as possible. I am so very glad Sonny's is up and running. The Ice Cream seems less ice cream like than it used to, and more gelato like. That's fine, but it's noticeable. The prices are a little higher than comparable places, but that's ok too. But the vibes are just off. read more

Darling little place with a lovely side patio. I highly recommend the fig tres leches ice cream. Service was friendly and fast. If I had more time in town I'd definitely head back for the affogato and enjoy more time on the patio! read more

Sonny's Ice Cream - Fig tres leches ice cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

The vibes were off the minute we walked in. The staff was not very friendly and seemed rather annoyed with how many people were in line while there was still over an hour before closing time. I had asked to try a flavor before deciding what flavor to get a scoop of. The employee seemed extra irritated with me over asking to sample it. I ended up getting the coconut ice cream which was delicious. I just got it in a cup. Their cups are cute and very different than other shops. The spoons could be bigger or more practical. I'm really not sure if I'd return, the vibes were so off to me and I felt unsettled while sitting there eating my ice cream. read more

Sonny's Ice Cream - Coconut ice cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

This is such a cute ice cream shop! Never heard of it until my sister took me here (she probably seen it on TikTok or something lol). They have menus to checkout before you approach the counter. They have a few tables inside, some picnic tables along the outside of the restaurant and a super cute Euro themed patio. I really want to go back later in the evening to check it out & get more ice cream or a drink! This time I got a butter toffee scoop which had dark chocolate chunks in it. Very good. They have a one way flow of traffic through the shop, so if you need to reenter or use the bathroom you have to go back around to the front door. Staff were pretty chill. Street parking only, pretty easy to find a spot as it's in a less congested area. read more

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Hands down my favorite ice cream spot in Minneapolis! The place is so, so cute -- and the patio feels like you've been transported to Europe. Such a charming hidden gem. You can bring your dog to the patio (not inside), which makes it perfect for a sunny day out. Tried the gelatos and affogato -- both were absolutely delicious. They also have a great variety of drinks, so it's more than just an ice cream stop. Highly recommend if you're looking for a sweet treat with great vibes. read more

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I fell in love with Sonny's Ice Cream when I first had a scoop of their Ube flavored ice cream. They're the first that I've seen that is willing to explore outside of the lines and bring in flavors such as passion fruit, lychee, mango lassi, and so many other flavors from around the world. Great customer service and fair prices. Their brick and mortar is beautiful with little tables for you to indulge in your ice cream experience. read more

Love Sonny's Ice Cream. It's me and my sons go to in the Summer along with Milk Jam, but the kids prefer here so it's the clear winner. Counter service is always a pleasure with the kids. Also, could be a cute evening date with their patio seating. All in all a Minneapolis Summer staple for sure. read more

Sonny's Ice Cream - July 4th Special top left, Vanilla Gelato top right , and I picked the Chocolate chip cookie. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

This was a lovely treat at the end of the day to stop for ice cream! The ambiance was so fun with both indoor and outdoor seating. The staff was friendly and kind offering suggestions on flavors. I loved the ice cream as well! read more

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Love this place!! They have an amazing story being family owned and making authentic homemade gelato and sorbets!! I tried the ginger and blood orange flavors which are delicious!! They also offer homemade cake when I was there they had a chocolate cake that looked incredible and I hear they have an Amazing banana cake!! If only I could find out when they'll have this cake again (maybe a social media drop or announcement!!) I'd also love to know if and when they have grapefruit gelato! I love all the plants and the Italian vibes it's like youve been transported from Minneapolis into Italia! The menu looked amazing especially the option to add Prosecco to two flavors or sorbet and the espresso stout coffee drink The staff is awesome super friendly and knowledgeable they shared just how amazing and natural all the flavors are how the owners put so much love into their products and how they've continued staying true to the authentic read more

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Charming spot. I had no idea it has been around for decades. I brought the family here for ice cream, umm, gelato a few nights ago. We got a variety of flavors - mint cookie, strawberry, and pistachio. They were all excellent. Definitely a fan. The person working there was very nice and was patient with all of our sampling. We took a seat in the dining area and ate our gelato. it is cozy and I think it wold make a great date spot. There is also an outdoor patio, too. If gelato and dessert are not your thing, they also have a good wine and beer selection as well as espresso and coffee drinks. read more

Sonny's Ice Cream definitely hit the spot! With a European atmosphere, it made you feel like you took a trip to Italy! Sonny's has a wide variety of gelato flavors and other fun options such as a sorbet spritzer, affogato and more! Their patio seating provided a very nice ambience, especially eating the gelato on a hot, sunny day! read more

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The area is kind of sketchy. The atmosphere inside the resteraunt was very cramped. The actual Gelato was underwhelming for its price point. I enjoyed it because its Gelato and inherently delicious, and the European restaurant style is cool. But, I can't say its a must stop destination. read more

Sonny's Ice Cream - Ube Stracciatella Gelato - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

This gelato was better than some of the gelato I got this summer in Italy. Truly one of the best places to get a scoop in the state. Plus, they have an absolutely beautiful little patio that feels like a secret garden - very charming! Street parking. read more

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Immaculate vibes! My friend and I both said we felt like we got transported to Europe in the outdoor seating alley! Definitely recommend checking it out on a warm day/night when you can sit outside. read more

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The space, specifically outside, is beautiful. Not only is it serene, and feels like you've escaped the city,it's also a plant lover's dream! I recommend downloading a plant identifier app and learning about all the varieties there. That said, why only 3 stars... because my main reason for going was the ice cream. I got the coconut and the cookies and cream flavors. While both tasted good, they were pretty melted upon getting them. The cooler/freezer must not be cold enough. Needless to say, it didn't take long for my ice cream to turn into a milkshake. Aside from ice cream, they also have beers, sodas, affogato, and more. Street parking was pretty available on the Friday I went, as was indoor and outdoor seating. If you're not driving the 4bus goes right there. While the ice cream was just okay, I'd return for the patio. read more

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I'm a bit torn on Sonny's- lots of like here but one important factor will probably keep me from returning versus going other places I love. Let's start with the good- easy free street parking in this neighborhood. The ambiance was very cute with a little alleyway patio that kinda felt like you were transported internationally. Service was friendly. Lots of amazing and delicious options and the gelato was scrumptious! Not many places to find classic gelato around the cities. However. Two scoops (a medium) was over $10 a piece. WOW. Haven't spent over $20 for two ice creams before. A little much for what you get in my opinion. read more

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If your sweet tooth comes a knockin', hit up this hidden gem. I had some of the best gelato I've had. I tried lychee lime and it was very tasty - my favorite. My partner had cookies and cream. It sounds basic, and wouldn't be my first pick, but it was very tasty. Those bad boys were eaten in the car and gone before we got home. We will be back. They have lots of flavor. We did get two scoops, but one would be just fine too. I'd say it's a little expensive at $6/scoop, but I think that's the price these days. Next time I'm getting the affogato! read more

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Great service! Yummy ice cream! Especially late at night. Cute place for dates in the afternoon or evening

I got two pieces of carrot cake. I love carrot cake. But this cake was absolutely the worst I've ever had. Horrible carrot cake. Don't get it. And honestly, don't get the other baked goods because if the cake is not good, the other baked goods won't be either. read more

Oh...such a cute ice cream shop...with so many flavors. Love the courtyard seating area outside! My friends and I enjoyed our visit and we loved sitting outside, listening to music. Most of us got a scoop of ice cream and one of us got iced coffee. Delicious, and a fun visit! read more

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Such a friendly lady greeted us at the counter. They make over 1000 flavors from scratch, peeling fruit and things in house and making the ice cream in the back. They present 22 flavors each day that include a mix of gelato, vegan ice cream, and sorbet. I got a quadruple bowl with the flavors dreamsicle, strawberry basil, olive sea salt and the mango maui sunrise. Our favorite was the strawberry basil ice cream. It was surprising how well the two flavors went together. The dreamsicle and maui were good, too. The olive sea salt had this graininess to it so I'll never get that again, it didn't have much flavor to it either. Definitely will get more ice cream than sorbet next time. I personally like gelato/ice cream more. We honestly found this gem because we discovered our favorite Izzys stores had closed. Sonny's scoops aren't as big, like at Izzy's two scoops filled three adults. Maybe it was just richer, but here, the quadruple left us feeling a bit unsatisfied. I'd come here again though to eat in the beautiful piazza. I felt like I was whisked away to Italy for a moment. It was easy to social distance and there weren't many people. read more

Sonny's Ice Cream - Strawberry basil, mango maui, dreamsicle, olive sea salt - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Super cute, reasonably priced, good customer service, and unique and fun flavors that are delicious from start to finish. What's not to love? read more

Absolutely love Sonny's! The outside terrace is one of the most beautiful spaces I've ever seen! The gelato is always so good and they do a great job at their flavors. Carrie and Ron are also so personable and nice! The best ice cream shop in the cities! read more

Sonny's Ice Cream - Vanilla ice cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

For real authentic gelato, you have got to visit this place. The flavors are amazing.

This place is so cute, I can't believe it isn't more raved about! I think this is the best spot to go after a dinner date, or use alone as a more casual date spot to impress your guest. There are so many unique flavors to choose from, and they even offer wine and beer. My go-to is to get the sorbet cocktail, which is a scoop of whichever sorbet you like with Prosecco poured over. They are very genius with their serving size and pour, making this a great deal! The star of the show is truly the side courtyard area. They ply great music out there and it almost feels like you have your own slice of Europe right in Minnesota. It is so charming and even better once the sunsets and the lights turn on! If you haven't been yet, Sonny's is a must visit this summer. read more

Sonny's Ice Cream - Outdoor Patio - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

expensive food for what you get, a worker tried to kick us out for taking photos???? hello?? the only good thing is that this place is really cute but there's no point in it being cute if you can't take photos.... read more

Finding a family run ice cream parlor that was first started in 1945, and one that is just 10ins from our house is a hard to miss combo. We were hit by the post dinner ice cream cravings tonight and a quick search showed us Sonny's that is open till 10.30 pm unlike other places that are open till 10 pm. Very European ambience with lush greenery and cut table chairs with ample outside seating. Olivia was who works at Sonny's told us about the history of the place and we also ended up meeting the owner Ron . Lots of options and a great family friendly place. read more

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Ever feel like you are having a bad day as a parent? And your kids don't deserve ice cream, but you want to give them ice cream anyway so they stop begging for it?...ok maybe it's just me, but I am here to tell you that this is the place to take your kids for ice cream, why??? Because they serve ice cream and alcohol, and sometimes together!!! Yes, ice cream for the kids and a glass of vino for mama, perfect. I have to add, their flavors are sublime and unique and I love their sorbet with sparkling wine!!! Service is an added bonus too (that dreaded day my son didn't get ice cream in his red cup like his brother, I was treated with a smile and an extra top off of my sparkling wine) read more

Came here with the family and friends. Loved the gelato options. I got the Vietnamese iced coffee and toasted coconut. Very tasty. They said they more over 1000 flavors of ice cream that they rotate. We didn't try the food so can't say much about it. The cafe looks European, really cute and small. Cozy. Would I come back?!? Only if I was in the area but wouldn't by dying for it. read more

Gelato/ice cream was very yummy! I got the organic strawberry, hubby got the blueberry, and kiddos got the brownie, batter crunch. It was almost closing time. No scratch desserts, which is why we went there. Ice cream isn't my preference and was hoping this would give the kids the ice cream they wanted and other options for me and hubby. I was told the weekend is the time to come in for the other options. Since we witnessed around this area, we will miss. Giving a 4 because not as advertised for me. read more

My favorite ice cream in the Twin Cities! Quality ingredients and the most charming, little courtyard. The yuzu sorbet is my favorite flavor! read more

Pricey as fuck ice cream at ~$3.50 for a single flavor tiny scoop. Unique flavors, my personal faves so far are the multi-melon sorbet, caramel with fleur de sel, and coconut sweet corn. I ended up returning the very next day to make my wallet bleed more tears because the ice cream actually TASTED expensive and painstakingly handcrafted with local ingredients (I shit you not). read more

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Amazing! Come here for It's ice cream and wine and also a fun easy warm atmosphere! Came here with a friend, he had the chocolate and cherry, I got the praline! All were amazing :) staff very friendly too! read more

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Toasted coconut ice cream. Check. Cardamom ice cream. Check. Italian piazza with blue door and outdoor seating. Check. Friendly staff to stuff you with any samples you want. Check. Temperature is above 40°... actually 68° today so flip flops and ice cream are in order. Never been here before. Will be back. Cones and ice water top notch too. Place serves wine, which we didn't try and food is coming. Will try it again soon! Anyone else wonder what's behind the blue door?? read more

Sonny's Ice Cream - Anyone else wonder what's behind the blue door? - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Such a cute place! Cookies + cream is the way to go. The gal working even wiped all of the seats down outside for us after it had rained.

Cool little spot for ice cream. If you're looking for a frozen treat, Sonny's delivers that. The ice cream is smooth and creamy. My girlfriend and I loved our choices. I had the pistachio ice cream and it was heavenly. Ok.. confession time. I actually always wanted to try Sonny's since I drive by it frequently. Their outside patio looks very Italian or European. Anyway, it was a nice date spot for me and the girlfriend. It's very picturesque. The inside of the establishment has a cool vibe as well. The best part is that parking was pretty easy compare to other parts of Uptown. I would definitely come back for more ice cream. read more

Ice cream was great. Creamy and smooth and the flavors were on point. I would come here again if someone else paid. I got two scoops of ice cream and it was just under $10. Never will I pay that much for ice cream again no matter how good it is. read more

Super cute place to start out with. Service was friendly and samples were offered. Tried the cardamom black pepper,honey and goat cheese, and sweet corn flavors. Really liked the honey and goat cheese and the cardamom black pepper. The corn was interesting and tasty as well. They serve the ice cream in these cute little plastic colored dishes with super cute little spoons. I love little utensils to eat with. Also the sign in the cute alley way had me giggling it said "free range children must be seated , roaming is allowed across the street." Lol love it. Would definitely go back to try more flavors. Highly recommended. read more

How have I not been here before?! So we want gelato for our wedding reception and stumbled upon Sonny's online. We wanted to try it out before committing though so we stopped in last night... best decision ever. Atmosphere: am I in Tuscany right now? This place is STUNNING inside and out. We first discovered a secret courtyard overflowing with beautiful potted plants and little seating nooks for you and a partner to listen to the sounds of the fountains while you enjoy your gelato or a glass of wine. Around the corner there is a bench in front of a colorful little garden with lush vines cascading off the roof covering another private seating area with tables for larger groups. Inside has pretty murals and beautiful wine displays... it's heaven. Variety: They get it! They have varieties of ice creams, gelato (the milkier-chewier Italian cousin of ice cream), and sorbets, including vegan varieties of each as well. Our favorite flavors were the cold brew coffee with chocolate caramel crunch pearls, the Maui Sunset mango and strawberry sorbet (vegan), the Ultimate Chocolate (chocolate ice cream with organic Paul Newman chocolate "Oreo" cookies), and Orange Dreamsicle!... the textures are all fantastic; similar to Sebastian Joe's. Quality: Sonny's cares about their ingredients. They only use natural flavors and colors, many of which are locally sourced and organic! They can create just about any flavor for your event, and the girl mentioned "if you want banana bread gelato or apple pie gelato, they will make the pie or banana bread from scratch and crumble it into the gelato"... now THAT is commitment to their craft! Service: the girl that helped us was so kind and quick to offer samples of their flavors. We told her we were using them for our wedding and she had a lot of helpful information and recommendations for us. It was nice to see that the employees put a lot of care and knowledge into their work as well. I'm really pumped to have these guys at our wedding (you get to choose 10 flavors for their event cart!) so I'll follow up again after that! :) read more