Great spot in Old Scottsdale. It's perfect for a family outing or a date night. The place was clean, and the atmosphere made it feel like you stepped back in time with its cool retro setup. The customer service was great, and our server was amazing. I highly recommend the peanut butter milkshake with caramel and fudge mixed in. It was so good. They also have a food menu, including breakfast options, which is a nice bonus. If you're looking for a great dessert spot in the area, definitely check this place out. They have tons of options, and there's something for everyone. read more

Sugar Bowl - Peanut butter with caramel sauce and fudge - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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We went to this place last Wednesday and had a great time! The ice cream we ordered was amazing and delicious. We loved the old-fashioned atmosphere, from the vintage menu books to the cute décor throughout the place. It felt very nostalgic. We also took our son to play the old-fashioned arcade games using tokens, and he had so much fun collecting tickets after playing. The whole experience reminded me of the 1990s and early 2000s. It was a fun family outing, and we look forward to coming back again! read more

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Go for the overall experience, not just the ice cream. The atmosphere is kitschy and there is plenty of "pink" in color everything, so be ready. All the classics like banana splits (various versions), malts, shakes and more served in classic clear glass bowls and glasses. We sat at the bar in pink vinyl swivel stools for the experience, but there's plenty of tables. We had already eaten, but discovered they have a fairly decent food section on the menu; mostly sandwiches, but a nice selection. We seldom got to Scottsdale, but if we're ever back in town, are in the mood for the overall ice cream shop experience and perhaps lunch, we'd return to the Sugar Bowl. read more

Old school ice cream shop and diner, featuring decor from days gone by. Great service and friendly employees. When you've been around as long as they have been, you know something is being done right. Our party only had ice cream, which was great, but the food coming out to neighboring tables also looked really good. read more

Sugar Bowl - Rocky Road - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Super cute old school ice cream Parlor in old town Scottsdale. I was craving some homemade ice cream and went here after dinner for a sweet treat! I got a single scoop strawberry ice cream in a cup and it was delicious! Creamy, real strawberry bits, perfect consistency. They do serve food here, I didn't eat there but the menu looked good. Diner style. Service is great, ordered our ice cream at the counter and paid for it at the cashier by the exit door. Cute little restaurant with a nostalgic experience. read more

Sugar Bowl - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Very cute spot! It looks like a retro ice cream parlor, complete with a bar area if you like to sit close to the action. We stopped in and it was buzzing, lots of people. Servers were very friendly, though they definitely could have used another staff or two to help keep things moving. I ordered the dusty road sundae and it was delicious! Couldn't finish sadly, but would absolutely get it again. read more

Sugar Bowl - Dusty road - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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The Sugar Bowl is a classic spot to visit in Old Town but beyond the vintage vibe of the location, the offerings leave some things to be desired. For ice cream/milkshakes/sundaes of varying sorts, the prices are fairly high for what I would consider basic desserts. While they are delicious, there isn't anything that necessarily makes them stand out from other locations in the same part of town. The service was very quick and our specific server was very attentive. Overall, it's an enjoyable spot, especially if you are going for the ambiance. read more

Sugar Bowl - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

This is a FULSE advertisement it says online that pets are allowed but when you get there your pets are not able to go in would not recommend if you have pets and the workers there are very rude if I could give this place a 0 I would DO NOT GO HERE IF YOU HAVE PETS THAT YOU WANNA BRING I REPEAT DO NOT GO HERE IF YOU HAVE PETS YOU WANNA BRING go to Häagen-Dazs instead they allow pets and there ice cream was amazing read more

Sugar Bowl - THE TRUTH - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Such a cute old-school style soda fountain meets ice cream counter meets diner establishment! Our server was so sweet and even put a birthday candle in my dad's sundae. She made sure we were taken care of the entire time with water and coffee top offs. We had the grilled American cheese sandwich (a classic and yummy option), the vegetarian sandwich, and Reuben. All the sandwiches came out quickly and were delicious! They're served with crunchy kettle chips and pickle. We got the Baller parfait (strawberry, mint chocolate chip, fudge), the Tin Roof Sundae, and the Gosh-Awful-Banana-Split Sundae. The Tin Roof was a great classic, the Baller was flavorful and beautiful, and the Gosh-Awful was awful good! It gave us a chance to try their sorbet. Their coffee was hot and tasty with a splash of cream. Great place to come for lunch or a sweet treat! read more

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What a quaint, old fashioned ice cream parlor this is! Just what you'd expect if you traveled back in time to the 1960's and stopped in a shop for burgers and ice cream. The staff is friendly enough and the food is great diner food. This place is hopping with a steady flow in and out. There are tables with full service and counter service as well. You order to go at the counter as well. We ordered milk shakes, (a mocha and a vanilla) and they were thick and delicious! We didn't order extra thick, but you could definitely eat them with a spoon. Folks at the counter had burgers and other ice cream delights and allowed me to photograph them as well... everyone was smiling and happy here! read more

A cute spot that takes you back in time. Plenty of desserts to choose from at a good Price point. Servers were kind and attentive! I loved my Sundae. read more

Sugar Bowl - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Such a cute little old-style ice cream parlor with lunch options and sundaes of your dreams! The milkshakes and ice cream were so good and refreshing after walking in the hot Arizona heat. read more

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Sugar bowl is a throwback ice cream shop that also serves food and is still run by the same family since 1958. We stopped in after playing a competitive game of Curling and walking to the Mission in Old Town. It was an action back day after traveling from CLT, NC and stilling on EST. Julian, who is one Brody's teammates, got the Buster Brownie sundae Brody got the root beer float Andreas ordered the coffee cafe, Sima got a bowl of colorful ice cream and I ordered a coffee milkshake. We all enjoyed our treat after a long day of fun and travel. Definitely recommend Sugar Bowl over the over priced, over hyped corporation this caddy corner. Much more character and charm in this oldie but goodie! read more

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This place really gives old school vibes! Tucked in old town Scottsdale, Sugar Bowl is so unique with the pink decor and girly pop vibes of the place. We ordered milkshakes and they were incredible - they provide milkshakes, sundaes, and other dishes outside of icecream for lunch (like sandwiches etc) so there's good variety. The place had a steady flow of people coming in and out and we had come towards the late afternoon, so I can only imagine how busy it can get earlier in the day. Definitely check it out! read more

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This is an old-fashioned diner/ice cream parlor! The ice cream was very good! The service was ok as well. The restaurant had a steady flow of customers eating at the counter and throughout the diner! read more

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One of the best chocolate malts I have ever had. If you want a traditional ice cream shop with a ton of options this is THE spot. Plus they have diner food as well. Super pretty inside. Very pink. Games in another room so bring the kids. Staffed checked on me multiple times without asking. Love this place. read more

Sugar Bowl - Chocolate Malt - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Birthday weekend in Arizona lead us right into the Sugar Bowl for delicious ice cream Sundays!! Server was fun and helpful.. old school diner motif made it a fun experience read more

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Stepped into a little slice of nostalgia at the Sugar Bowl in Old Town Scottsdale, open since 1958, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. I came with my mom, my sister, and my aunt, and it was such a sweet experience from start to finish. They ordered milkshakes, and we shared a banana split everything was delicious and perfectly classic. Our server was great. The place itself is super cute, full of old-school charm that makes you feel like you've stepped back in time. It's the kind of spot that's perfect for family. Definitely a must-visit if you're in Old Town. read more

Sugar Bowl - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

A cute spot right in old town Scottsdale! It has the vintage ice cream shop vibe! The service was great our waitress was extremely sweet! I got the skidoo and it was very delicious! The menu says it has Turkish coffee and it definitely does!! It was really tasty and unique! The cream on top also just tasted fresh and yummy! read more

At the recommendation of my manager, I stopped into the Sugar Bowl for a sweet treat to end the day. Choosing a mint sundae was a no brainer for me and it was just what I needed. The decor of this ice cream shop is so nostalgic. It's a really fun spot to treat yourself! read more

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A really fun old school dessert spot that also serves food Food: we ordered a Sunday, a rootbeer float and a peanut butter shake - everything was pretty good! This is t going to be super high quality but it is very comforting! Ambience: it has this retro diner vibe which makes it very fun! Service: good service read more

Sugar Bowl - Sunday - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

We stopped here several years ago, and the ice cream was excellent. We've been back here twice in recent months and the ice cream was terrible. It was more like ice milk with a great deal of sugar, flavorings, and far too much sugar. Frankly, the quality of what we'd had was really bad and very disappointing. My partner threw her ice cream away after the second bite: mine was just as bad. Too expensive, terrible ice cream. I believe that the restaurant was taken over again and the new owners have little regard for their customers. Last time we were here we had family with us and they agreed that the quality just wasn't what it used to be. Looking for some place new. read more

Promptly greeted and seated. We've visited this location over the last ten years. We can always count on the consistent quality and service. read more

Sugar Bowl - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

The food was good, service wasn't the best he had way to many tables and was doing it by himself while 3 others standing behind the bar. Ambiance was cute, lots of pink. Overall I thought it was nice. Glad I stopped by while walking. read more

Sugar Bowl - Turkey bacon w/lettuce tomatoes delicious, with chips and pickle - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Cute and quaint retro ice cream parlor. A perfect stop to end the night after walking around Old Town Scottsdale. Quick service, with great malts and shakes in a pretty pink diner. read more

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Great service and variety on the menu! I had no idea they had so many options to choose from! Way more than dessert. Had a chocolate malt on a food tour but it was easy too sweet for my taste. The sandwiches and beef strogaaf sounded great! read more

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Loved the retro ice cream parlor look and decor and the establishment is over 60 years old making for a unique experience! We were seated promptly at the back when some of the arcade style games are. The menu is extensive, we ordered a single scoop of chocolate chip cream , sundae ( single scoop) and an iced tea. Everything was as expected, I could not finish my sundae, it was ginormous but loved the hot fudge, vanilla combination. Ice cream was great and iced tea was an iced tea . It could be the establishment is short staffed but the table next to ours had half eaten ice cream and drinks for over 20 minutes until someone came to clear up. My son found the core of a cherry at our seat which was a bit yuck. The place was packed ! And I can see why , great ice creams and sundaes and drinks at reasonable prices. Lots of kids , senior citizens and every one in between made the place hustling and bustling! read more

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The Sugar Bowl is a Scottsdale classic for a reason. Classic ice cream treats that don't try too hard, because they don't have to.Come for a sundae, stay because you "accidentally" ordered a banana split too. No regrets.Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area! read more

Sugar Bowl - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

The service was great! I would say the ice cream is more old fashion and there's no innovative flavors that market towards more of the eclectic new flavor profiles of today's ice cream flavors. However, if you are looking for old fashion dinner style ice cream then this is the spot for you. The portions to me were too small but, I devour a lot of ice cream. I'm an ice cream lover and could eat three of their items by myself. So keep in mind, if your ice cream portions are larger then you may need to order two portions. read more

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The sugar bowl is a super cool, old timey diner style place that serves so many delicious sweet treats. We had the DESIREME Banana Split... DELISH. Great desert after a nice dinner. read more

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Gazpacho soup, served only in summer, paired with banana split. Diners delight. All summer long

Classic diners are one of my favorite types of food establishments, and I was thrilled to discover Sugar Bowl while exploring Old Town Scottsdale! Food We tried the Gosh-Awful-Gooey Banana Split. The banana was perfectly ripe but still had a nice bite to it, and the ice cream and sorbet were both super creamy. I especially appreciated how smooth the sorbet was -- sometimes they can be icy. I also ordered a vanilla creamy malt, and honestly, it was everything I want from a classic diner malt: thick, creamy, and delicious. Love that they offer malted options! Ambiance No frills, but comfortable -- exactly what you want from a classic spot like this. The pink furniture and vintage-style light fixtures were a fun retro touch. It's super casual, and there's even a separate arcade room, which adds to the old-school charm. Service Friendly and efficient. They bring your bill to the table, and you pay at the cashier. Everything was quick and easy. Cost $26 total for the banana split and malt, which we shared among three people. Definitely reasonable for a nostalgic treat in the middle of Old Town. Conclusion If you're craving classic ice cream treats -- and not the fancy, artisanal kind -- Sugar Bowl is the place to go. read more

Sugar Bowl - Gosh-Awful-Gooey Banana Split - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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We needed a refresher in the afternoon after a visit to the Heard Museum and chose the Sugar Bowl in Scottsdale. It was a Sunday afternoon and the town was crowded but we found parking nearby and our waitress seated us immediately. My partner selected a mocha float and I chose a pineapple float and both were delicious. The customers at this old fashioned ice cream parlour included several fathers and sons cooling off after a Giants' game at nearby Scottsdale Stadium, a group of young women celebrating a birthday party, and an elderly foursome enjoying an afternoon snack together. The cartoonist Bill Keane was a fan of this restaurant and his drawings featuring the Sugar Bowl are all over the menu. read more

Sugar Bowl - Pineapple float, mocha float - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Fun for all ages, they have great sundae options and then a small arcade. Had a good time! read more

Sugar Bowl - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Just like stepping back in time. Absolutely loved it, very well maintained. The staff was supper friendly. Here for a family vacation and had to stop by. Everyone had ice cream. My daughter could not wait to try the coffee sundae. I had the banana split and either way you can't go wrong. read more

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The Sugar Bowl is the place for Ice Cream. It's an old fashion ice cream parlor. Although they have sandwiches and salads, go for the Ice Cream. They are conveniently located in Old Town Scottsdale with street parking readily available. My wife ordered the Mint Chocolate Bowl and I had the Chocolate Hot Fudge Sunday. Both were excellent. Service was prompt and friendly. read more

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I have always wanted to visit The Sugar Bowl when I was a kid; let me tell you, it did not disappoint, now as an adult I decided to visit The Sugar Bowl and ordered a Banana Split, I'll admit I ate this slowly, just savoring its deliciousness. Our waitress was nice, she seemed a bit overwhelmed, but overall she took good care of our table. This was clean and spacious, the colors and decor fit just right. read more

Sugar Bowl - Banana Split - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

I stopped by for a bite with the family after we went to the escape room at the AZ boardwalk- this is my first time here and the ambiance is so cute! I loved it! We were greeted very quickly and the restaurant was clean! They also have an arcade room! Super cool! I got the BLT with potato chips and my kiddo got the grilled hot dog with chips my cousin got the chili burger and my other 2 cousins got the tuna melt sandwich. Everybody loved it! We also got a few milkshakes and a sundae! read more

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Being a 42 year Scottsdale resident we have several visits to the Sugar bowl, all good experiences. A couple weeks back we were out getting some fresh air and I suggested getting a bite at the Sugar bowl. When we arrived this was a Sunday and the Sugar bowl had a short weighting time, we were seated in less that 3 minutes. The place had a continuous turn over of people. On the menu I found meals being served, something I had not known. I ordered a carnivore meal and the server recommended my choice. Food was out in what I would consider a normal amount of time. They really served a great meal for an Ice-cream place. I shall return. read more

Super delicious homemade ice cream. A cute place. It was a touch dated. But otherwise, the ice cream was great. read more

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