**July 2026: Thursday Afternoon Visit** My friend and I were visiting Phoenix during a 110-degree heat wave and desperately needed something to cool us down, so I went searching and came across Sphinx Date Co Palm & Pantry. The date milkshake sounded too good to pass up, so my friend and I made the drive out to Scottsdale for a little afternoon treat--and it was absolutely worth it. As soon as we walked in, the shop owner was incredibly warm and welcoming. She offered us a sample of a Medjool date, and wow--it was plump, rich, and had this deep caramel-like sweetness that instantly sold me. You can really taste the quality. We each ordered a large date milkshake, and it was everything I hoped for. It tasted clean and simple in the best way--like it's made with just dates, milk, and ice cream (which is typically what a classic date shake includes). It was creamy, naturally sweet, and super refreshing in the Arizona heat. I also loved that the store carries a variety of Arizona-made local products, which made souvenir shopping so easy. They had everything from BBQ sauce and hot sauce to wines and cactus candy. I ended up picking up a few sauces and some jumbo Medjool dates to bring home as gifts. The owner also shared that they carry different types of dates depending on the season. I'm already looking forward to coming back to try their Sphinx dates, which she described as having a thinner skin and a more honey-like flavor--apparently available in late summer. Overall, I really loved this shop, its mission, and the quality of its products. This is definitely a spot you'll want to bookmark for your next Phoenix trip. read more

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I enjoyed the local orange dark chocolate but the spicy one was too hot for my taste. I love the dates here and have returned a couple of times for them. I bought the Rango bee pollen but no longer available. They sell the local Kettle Hero's popcorn, my fav prickle pear. read more

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This valley gem was on my bucket list and I am so happy I got to experience it for my birthday weekend! I was in awe with how many local vendors this store has stocked (salsas, confectionery, seasonings, etc.) and how beautifully the products were stocked. I indulged in my first-ever date shake! Very smooth, creamy and just the right amount of natural-flavor sweet! Only issue can be parking but we lucked out! The owner said the parking is only a hassle during high traffic hours (AM) due to the neighboring restaurant and bar! :) read more

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What a cute shop! Sad they had to move from their old location, but this is cute too! I got a bag of dates and my husband got some local beer! Great customer service! read more

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Another fabulous visit here this year. This has become a bit of a tradition, much like pumpkin spice lattes when the weather changes. Fall visits to Sphinx Date Co is a must for me, because I'm crazy about the Black Sphinx dates! Don't get me wrong, they have a lot of other great stuff too, but those dates are my favorites! I was excited to see Wild Tonic sold here. I love how they support Arizona made products! Additionally I got some Papaya spears with very few additives (wish they had cubes also) for my granola. This year I decided to try fresh Yellow Barhi dates and they were such a fun experience (I would do it again next year). They're crunchy and crisp like an apple, but also fairly sweet (not quite as sweet as a dried date though). If you get a chance, grab a bag! Their Large Grade Medjool are the nicest I've ever seen. The Khalasa has quickly become a favorite along with the Black Sphinx. The Kustawi was something new for me and good also! So glad we have such a special unique gem in Scottsdale. read more

Sphinx Date Co Palm & Pantry - Dates and stuff - Specialty Food Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Excellent. Please note they have changed their address. Go to website to get. Date ice cream soooo good. read more

My wife and I like to walk around the neighborhoods we travel to and so while walking to the grocery store to get some items, we walked by this place and it caught our eye (we loved the logo and the name was intriguing). I wasn't sure what to expect from a date store but there was a good assortment of dried goods, specialty food, and local eats available to browse through. I was eyeing cactus pear candy the whole time while I was here and they had big containers of the jellies that looked good. We also got some dried mango for our kiddos and a couple other things. Prices were very good and we knew that the stuff on the shelf was very fresh and hadn't been sitting in some back room in a tourist trap. I watched a lady order a date shake to see what that was all about. Basically a lot of vanilla ice cream and some dates thrown in for good measure. I was expecting something healthier but hey, can't go wrong with ice cream =) read more

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Best date shakes and service. Awesome. I believe they are relocating due to lease but I'll find them. I believe it's not going to be to far from their original location. Just read this https://sphinxdateranch.com/blogs/news/moving-news-and-preorder-2025-harvest read more

Love this local gem my only gripe is lack of weekend access for date shakes!!! So delicious plus some from the fridge for later.

wonderful dates very nice, pleasant women owned company excellent selection of edible gifts & treats read more

Absolutely blown away by this boutique date shop. We stumbled upon it while on vacation. One of the owners welcomed us in and let us know she was there to answer any questions we might have. We looked around on our own for a while, enjoying browsing the variety of local products including an impressive offering of local wildflower honey, novelty candies, spiced chocolate almonds and of course out of this world dates! The owner gave us samples of the local date offerings. The famous Sphinx date hands down was our favorite. We bought a few of their beautifully wrapped hand made stuffed date sets for gifts, as well as a few souvenirs and candies. They had just moved to a new location which we thought was very nice. The owners were so nice and friendly and so knowledgable about dates. I will come back next time I am in Arizona and have already told others about this special and unique place. read more

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More fun and informative than I had anticipated. Tried a delicious date shake and took home some dates, figs, and papaya spears. Would highly recommend! read more

All the stars for this place, their dates, date shake and staff. Best Date Shake near Phoenix by a mile. We had a lovely visit and after inquiring a little about the date varieties, a worker said, "c'mon over to the desk and let us walk you through some samples" and cracked open a handful of cases for us. Black Sphinx didn't harvest well this year, but there's still lots to be excited about. read more

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I love their dates! So soft and chewy, not hard. They have a great taste, brown sugar. This is my third order.

Great selection, fair prices, local, central location, yummy products, a landmark for years.

Nice place to find local products, including flours from Hayden flour mill. It might not be easy to find the entrance but I passed by many times and knew where to turn into. I ordered small date shake. It is sweet but addictive. I also got a box of dates. There are many types to choose from and I feel like the dates here tastes better and fresh. read more

Loved this shop! Shop has a ton of fun goodies with a large variety of date-related items. The inside is super cute too. I got a date shake and it was delicious!! Would definitely recommend stopping by and checking it out. There is also parking and outdoor seating! read more

Want an amazing date shake? Hit up Sphinx. There's a reason they've been in business for decades.

Friendly people. Fresh dates!! Love this place. East side of Scottsdale road. Above Thomas.

Obsessed with the date shakes here!! So nice to sit on the patio and enjoy one. I also love their assortment of gifts/ foods that are local. I come here when I need a gift for friends in other states. read more

Delicious date shakes! There are a variety of dates here and the owner is very helpful with showing and sampling the products. We loved the local representation and the store had a constant stream of locals coming in and out. Will return again! read more

I enjoyed treating myself to a date today! I plugged the sphinxter date shake today like a boss. The whole experience was amazing I would recommend and return again in the future for another date! read more

I can't say enough good things about this precious little store in Scottsdale. I was looking for gifts to give to friends in the East Coast that are unique to Arizona, so I wandered into this quaint little shop. I was greeted by the proprietor who was not only a font of knowledge, but she was enthusiastic and friendly and offered great gift-giving advice such as what items would travel best, how to keep them fresh until travel date, etc. I truly appreciate that all the products were locally sourced. I was able to buy all of my gifts, ranging from dates, to pecans and cactus candy from this one trip to Sphinx Date Co. So glad I found this gem of a store so convenient to my home in the East Valley! read more

I was told about this place by a friend and I am grateful for the tip. Wonderful place with knowledgeable staff and terrific dates of many kinds. We had some dates that were butterscotch-y and others that were caramel-y as well as the typical medjool dates. And they had much more than just dates such as interesting grains, jams and jellies, and premade gift baskets. Well worth stopping by even if you are not a fan of dates. However, you may find one that you like. read more

This is a great local shop that has been a staple in Scottsdale for years! They know how to provide great gifts that represent AZ!

I was curious to stop in to Sphinx after years of driving by- the outside is adorable & I wasn't sure what it was! They are famous for their date shakes- so I tried one. I'm not a huge date person, but it was really good! They've got baskets of dates and other local candies/nuts etc.- so if you need to put together a gift basket, this is a good place to start. read more

A friend of mine recommended trying a Date shake while we were in Scottsdale. We were intrigued and curious and so glad that we stopped to investigate! Not only did we get try our shake, we went back 2 more times, ah-mazing!!! The owners were fabulous and friendly, and I love that they had a nice sampling of Arizona made products. We will be stopping there every time we go to Scottsdale! read more

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Phyillis was so friendly and informative about the different kinds of dates they sell and the seasons in which they are available. We also ordered two date shakes and loved how thick and rich they were. It's a must have if you stop in. They also sell cactus candy here among other local goods like the goat milk caramels from The Simple Farm. Lots of local goodies here, come take a peek and bring your sweet tooth! read more

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What a find! I've been a fan of Shields in California for*ever* but don't make it out there (off the freeway so far!) when traveling through on my way to LA. I miss those date shakes! So nice to find the Sphinx AND their Arizona hybrid date: The Black Sphinx. Just as wonderful as my favorite, the Medjool, but not as super sweet. Perfect. So many things to look at, all the items are an Arizona thing: Prickly Pear everything and lots of hot sauce. Of course, I had a date shake. Even better than I remembered from Sheilds and it's so much closer to home. You have to pay attention when looking for the Sphinx Date Co. or you'll miss it. Even though it stands out (once you spot it) you have to look (and if you're going south on Scottsdale, you have to do a U-Turn, so be careful!) I sent a couple of pounds of dates to family in California and Washington, the staff there was able to handle it on the spot, they're all dialed in with the carriers, so figuring shipping was fast. Check a few more gifts off my list! read more

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I went in for a birthday gift and was pleasantly surprised! Not only were the prices really good, but the customer service was even better. The saleswoman at the time helped me pick a gift, have me a sample of both a date and a hot sauce, and even wrapped it up nicely. They have a solid selection of date and other dried local fruits along with a selection is hot sauces, teas, desserts, and even wine (the most of the wine was a bit on the pricey side). The shop also was very clean, well lit, and very organized. Every product had a distinct placement and the floor inside was nice. I would definitely stop in again for both gifts and a sweet, not too unhealthy of a snack. Also about 3 days later my friend mentioned how much she enjoyed the dates and asked if I could send her some more. I'm glad they were tasty since I only had that one. read more

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Really cool novelty shop. Date shake was the main draw for me, and it was delicious. The shop has an assortment of Date forward goods for curious shoppers to explore. My kids tried some of my shake and they thought that it was pretty good. That's saying a lot with the semi picky eaters they are. Get by this place and take a sip! read more

This pantry market-like venue is welcoming,cute, and modern all at the same time! It is a local favorite that is busy non-stop and it's not surprising why. While shopping for a house warming party they offered us free date samples which was a sweet touch. Purchased a bottle of wine and date trays and everyone raved about both! As I said before, the rumors are true! This place is an amazing local favorite and it is definitely worth the wait!! read more

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I was excited to check out a date shake! However, when I arrived, it was closed. The place looked run down and abandoned. I don't think I'll go out of my way again. read more

This is a great place for AZ produce such as dates and nuts and cactus fruit. Its a little pricey but quality is superb. They also serve home made shakes. I tried some dates and they were delicious. The two owners are very friendly and helpful. read more

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Their date shakes are amazing and their dates are incredible. Way better than anything you'd find at the supermarket. The owner is really nice and helpful. read more

Very cool little shop for sweets, treats, AZ-grown dates, wine, gifts, and more. Fair prices too. Can't miss here!

What a phenomenal experience. This place is a hidden gem! The best part - the service. I needed something custom made and the co-owner Rebecca worked with me to create something that was beautiful, unique, and within my budget. Every item in this store is unique and you won't find this stuff anywhere. And I especially love supporting local business that actually value your business! I'll be back. This place is awesome. read more

Medjool dates are Nature's candy Sold here in fresh batches ($10) Sphinx also sells & will gift-package your choice of their AZ products like beans, salsa, honey, Superstition mead, wine, oils, etc I bought lemon peel candies ($5) & of course dates! Nomnomn Yesteryear lookin' shoppe been open since 1992 Some expensive items BUT inexpensive sizes sold too :) Date-lightful! read more

This is always a MUST GO destination for us when visiting Scottsdale. We first discovered them 4 years ago at the Saturday farmers market. The next year we looked for them, but they were not their. I asked at the information booth, and they gave me the physical address of their store. The dates are so fresh, as they explained, because they don't sit in storage in some mega grocery store before being sold. And these are FRESH, perfectly ripe, and delicious. The store sells other items too, including what looked to be a popular date milkshakel I didnt try it, I want my dates straight up read more

Quaint shoppe with lots of variety. First time here, didn't realize this used to be a chain. I think it's a gem in the City. I've been to Turkish markets where dates in bulk are also available; I think if you're simply looking for bulk give them a try but if you're looking for something more special, or something to share with friends and family, this is your location. From dates stuffed with nectarines to coconut and chocolate, they've got more options. They've also got cactus jam, honey, salsa and hot sauce, candy, local wines, and our favorite - date shakes! So glad we stopped in! We'll be sharing their info with our family and friends - and next time we'll get a larger shake. read more

Sphinx Date Co Palm & Pantry - Assorted stuffed dates - Specialty Food Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona