Went here after lunch for dessert. Nice and clean place that serves Italian ice, frozen custard, milkshakes, and crepes. They have a menu for you to choose from if you're not sure what to order. I got the twixx bar and my husband got the frozen banana. These were Italian ice with custard on top. They have board games you can play while you're there. I wish they had outdoor seating though. We'll come back to try the other things on their menu. read more

Sweet and Shavery - Twixx bar - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

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I go here all the time and I enjoy the gelato with custard! The small size seems small but honestly it's plenty especially if you order the custard. I took my family here and we come here regularly now when they visit read more

Very delicious to end our day in Davis!! Great staff who were very helpful and fast serving our family. Definitely will be back!!

Finest shave ice I ever had in my life, whatever that machine is , it's no joke. 50/50 hits with custard . Very balance and not too sweet with Syrup at all. Legit place ! read more

Nice selection of Italian ice which is both flavorful and refreshing. Enjoyed our treat as we strolled around town. Lovely women working the counter, will be back again. read more

I had frozen custard vanilla and chocolate. They are ok. The custard vanilla is not as creamy and custardy as I hope it would be. The chocolate one is just ok. An extra star for their generous portion and nice helpful staff. Maybe I will try the italian ice and custard combo next time. read more

Sweet and Shavery - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

One of my favorite places in Davis. I love the root beer Italian ice with vanilla ice cream but all the flavors are good. Even with long lines, it's worth the wait. read more

It's a decent place for Italian ice cream in Davis. I don't particularly like any of the flavors here because it's not as rich and flavorful as my go to Italian ice cream place up north. I come here for the mangonada. You can choose between mango, mango and pineapple, or mango and watermelon. I suggest you go for the mango and pineapple because the two flavors taste amazing together! They always give you a lot of chamoy and chili sauce, so no complaints there. Servings are quite small, but it's enough to satisfy me as a dessert after a meal. read more

Sweet and Shavery - Mangonada: mango and pineapple. - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

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First off, let me just say me and my friends just passed this place after eating down the street and were just drawn in by how cute the ice cream was! (probably not the best idea to get this ice cream right after eating a full meal. I unfortunately had to throw away about half of my ice cream!) The dessert- Like I said, sooo stinkin cute! The cream was really rich and yummy and the shaved ice under it was a great balance. I really tried to eat all of it but it was just way too much after a meal. This would be a perfect for a date in the summer! I would recommend sharing one or getting the really small one since it is so rich. Unless you really like ice cream and can eat that much! It gets filling quickly. The atmosphere- When we went it was actually pretty crowded! It was night time and kind of chilly outside too (we went in January). I guess that shows how popular this place is! Since it's already pretty busy and crowded in here, I wouldn't say this is a good place to go study or have a 1:1 conversation with a friend. It's more date-like or coming with a group of friends type atmosphere to me. The location- I'm not super familiar with Davis but I think the location is pretty good since it's close to other food places and right in the middle of all the hustle and bustle! Overall, I would really recommend trying this place out and I can't wait until the next chance I get to come here! read more

Sweet and Shavery - So cute! Strawberry mango! - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

Delicious!!!! Lighter than ice cream, WAY creamier than shaved ice. Sooo many flavors

One of my favorite dessert place in town; I have been a customer for a few years now and their food quality is always consistent. I always get the frozen custard here since it is so good but I wanted a crepe this time so I ordered both. They also have the Mangoneada and it's tasty. I definitely recommend to stop by if you are in the area. read more

Sweet and Shavery - Mangoneada - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

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Small, quaint, sweet, and shavery. Definitely lives up to its name! Atmosphere- Like any other shop or eatery in downtown Davis, it's pretty small and can fit only so many people. Their layout is more of an order and go with a small amount of places to sit around and chat. Food- They serve the most delicious custard and shaved ice i've ever had. I got the Neapolitan flavor (pictured) and it tasted just like neapolitan ice cream or the the shake from In-N-Out! Loved it! Thinking I might return just for the custard itself. Service- Since there was no one there the service was quick and easy. You are welcome to try as many samples as you can and they are more than happy to serve you how ever much you want to make a good choice. read more

Sweet and Shavery - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

If you've ever had gunthers 50/50, this place won't compare... But since gunthers is far, I think that sweet and shavery will fulfill your Italian ice and custard needs! It does for me at least, hehe. They have lots of flavors (sometimes seasonal ones) and variations and their menu has some preset variations for you. I got the sunrise (strawberry and banana ice with vanilla custard) and I was so happy. THAT CUSTARD IS SO GOOD. mixed with the Italian ice, it's a great combo. I want to try different flavors every time I'm in Davis. read more

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Sweet and shavery makes Italian ice with custard on top. I LOVE this place. There isn't another place like it within driving distance that I know of. The combination of Italian ice and custard just works really well and they are very aesthetically pleasing! The staff is always super friendly too! On Wednesday afternoons they have buy one get one free and with the stamp cards you can really make a killing. I give sweet and shavery 5 out of 5 custard topped Italian ices! read more

Sweet and Shavery - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

Are you the kind of person who takes a bazillion years to order something from a menu when faced with too many choices? If yes, then you'd better set aside some time before coming here because the combinations are ENDLESS! Not only do they offer Italian ice and frozen custard on their own, but they will whip up both together in a perfectly swirled ice and custard parfait! The list of combinations for the parfait is HUGE. Thankfully, they let you sample whichever combo strikes your fancy, which helps to narrow down the playing field, but not by much. Ask the scooper for recommendations and he'll give you a handful, leaving you still wallowing in options...but it's possible to decide, I promise. After much deliberation, I got the German Chocolate parfait, which consisted of chocolate and coconut ice, chocolate custard, and caramel sauce. Yum! It was $3 for a small, and the amount was fairly decent for the price, since the custard swirl can be topped off pretty high. I wasn't a huge fan of the Italian ice by itself, but eaten together with the creamy, delicious custard, it made for a great combination. Would love to come back and try some of their other flavors! read more

Sweet and Shavery - German chocolate ice parfait - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

I've been coming here for a couple of years and I love it, my daughter loves it and so do my sisters. Sadly my family moved out of town so I don't go to Davis often but when I do, I will for sure stopping by! Service is always great and so is my shaved ice :q read more

After first try, I'm already hooked! REJOICE: THEY HAVE LACTOSE-INTOLERANT FRIENDLY OPTIONS. I came here with a couple of girlfriends and we all decided to get the Sunset, which is one of their pre-set options. I like that; when there are too many options, you gotta start somewhere. The shaved ice was great but the thing that hooked me was the ah-mazing vanilla custard that was swirled on top of the Sunset. It reminded me of a McDonald's soft serve, but better texture and more vanilla taste. You can get a serving of vanilla custard alone if you wanted to! I will return and (kindly) demand a mangonada. read more

Sweet and Shavery - Three sunsets - small - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

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You know how you sometimes want something sweet and creamy like ice cream but also refreshing like a Popsicle? Well, that's what I love about Sweet n Shavery: they offer these fabulous Italian ice and custard combos (called Ice Parfaits) that satisfy both of those cravings! I haven't found its rival here in Davis. They have several different flavored Italian ices, including lime, cherry, chocolate, and root beer... I'd estimate at least 20 flavors. As far as custard, there's chocolate and vanilla. If you order the Ice Parfait, you can pick 2 flavors of Italian ice and custard (for the small size). OR just copy the good things they've already got going, and choose from their pre-designed list of choices. There are flavors like Rainbow, Starburst, Airhead, 4th of July, and Cherry Limeade. I don't think you can go wrong with any of them! I'd recommend a medium, as it's nice and filling and just $4. Plus, there are layers in the medium of ice, custard, more ice, and more custard. The custard is creamy and thick, but not too rich. It pairs perfectly with the Italian ices, which have fabulously strong flavors, although perhaps a bit artificial tasting and not as natural-seeming as Gunther's fruit freezes. Also, they have crepes that start at $2 and toppings are 0.50-$1 each. Basically, you can get a crepe with strawberries and chocolate custard for just $4! You can also just get straight up custard, Italian Ice, or a shake! If you pay with card, you'll be charged $0.25 if your total is less than their required amount, which is $5 or $10 - I can't remember. Just a heads up. As far as seating, they have a couple tall tables and a few smaller round tables. I've seen moms fit strollers in here, so go for it! Everything is white, giving the place a cool feel (literally), which is fabulous when it's smoking hot outside. Also, the tables are very clean! I wouldn't lick any spilled ice cream drops off of them, but it's nice to not get sticky when you sit down. There's also a TV and they usually have some hip music playing. So, come satisfy your sweet tooth and cool off! read more

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Very cute restaurant and they have build your own crepes and ice cream. They also have a standard menu and prices are very reasonable at about $5 each average. The custard ice cream is amazing! Very diverse menu choices as well. Would definitely come back! read more

Sweet and Shavery - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

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Great service and the best frozen custard I have had in the area. Me and my sister had it book marked in Yelp. So we stopped by and very happy that we did! At night time when you get a sweet craving for something other than regulars ice cream this is your look no further! read more

Sweet and Shavery - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

A pretty wide selection of flavors. A mixture of shaved ice / ice cream. I got a strawberry mango with frozen custard on top. $3 for a small plus tax. The overall concept was pretty cool. Unfortunately, there's so much custard (first world problem, right? Lol) that it melted before I could get to the fruity parts on the bottom. Overall, still pretty good. Portion size is definitely good for sharing and it. The store is really clean and is spacious. Plus, it's located in a nice area of Davis with a bunch of surrounding shops. read more

Sweet and Shavery - Strawberry mango with frozen custard - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

My boyfriend and I was walking in the parking lot when I spotted this place with a big banner saying Grand Opening and free small parfait. We walked in and the employees were nice enough to explain what is their version of a parfait. It is shaved Italian ice with vanilla or chocolate custard to top it off. They offer a variety of flavors and combination recipes like the Jelly Belly factory. I got a strawberry lemonade (strawberry+lemon) and C got coconut banana. It was delicious! Perfect for a warm sunny weather. Small is $2.50, medium $3.50, large $4.50 with a maximum of two different flavors. The cup for small is tiny but with a combo of two scoops and a custard is a perfect amount for an individual. They also sell crepes, which I'll be back to get! Since it's their grand opening, they are offering BOGO of small parfait this week! read more

Sweet and Shavery - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

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My favorite ice cream/dessert place in Davis! It's basically Italian ice and Italian frozen custard. They have so many flavors of Italian ice, the basic fruity flavors such as mango, strawberry, pineapple, cherry, lemon, lime, sour apple, and even the non fruity ones such as chocolate, horchata and rootbeer. They have a menu of pre-selected ice parfait combinations like root beer float, pina colada, and big stick. But I personally just like picking my own flavors. Every once in awhile they have seasonal flavors too such as guava and tangerine I believe. The frozen custards are my favorite part of the whole place. They have the basic vanilla and also chocolate, you can also get them swirled together. The thing about the custard is that it's a lot richer and thicker than normal soft serve. The richness makes it taste so much better! The chocolate is very rich for sure, I always have to swirl it with vanilla. They also have sauces too that you can drizzle on top such as chocolate, caramel, condensed milk, and berry. A small size will satisfy your dessert craving perfectly well especially if the server is generous on the custard. And two people can easily share a medium. You can either get just the Italian ice, just the custard, or a little of both for an ice parfait. They also sell custard ice cream sandwiches, crepes, and mangoneadas now. There is also a stamp card system and BOGO on any small size on Wednesdays from 3 to 5pm **EDIT - The crepes are delicious! The crepe itself you can tell them if you want it to be more chewy or crunchy (depends how long you cook it). I liked that it was perfectly thin and there was a lot of toppings (nutella, chocolate, sugar, whipped cream, strawberries, bananas, apples, etc). You can also add custard as a topping for an extra dollar. The mangoneada is interesting since it's not actual mango fruit, it's just mango ice. To me in general mangoneadas are an acquired taste, but I feel the fact that it wasn't real mangos made it a big harder to enjoy. It also looked really cute in the cup. The custard cookie sandwiches are only $2 but it's because they are a bit small, but it makes for a good snack. The whole cookie is actually chocolate dipped and put in the freezer so it all stays together. So the custard and cookie ends up being a bit frozen instead of melted and warm. read more

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Do you know how long I've waited for an italian ice place like this in Davis? Way too long. I think my standards for italian ice (and that custard) are way too high. The ones here are much too sweet. The custard tastes (and kinda smells) like frosting. I do like the texture; it's just the right amount of creamy. I don't like the way they pile it on. It's so hard to get a nice ratio of ice+custard in one bite. It's cute, though, the cupcake style... but I'm not eating a cupcake. The ice is kinda hard. I'm used to italian ice that's soft and melts in your mouth almost instantly that way I can lightly scrape off bits of ice and eat it with the custard. It's not so easy to do that with the ice here. Watermelon is my usual flavor (I intend on trying some other flavors later) and here it is... well, not watermelon. It tastes like fruity cotton candy. The workers are nice & make sure to get some samples! I've come across a couple that I'm so glad I didn't order because they really didn't taste right. But hey, it's still decent for Davis. I'll likely be back and I'm definitely going to try those crepes one day. read more

Sweet and Shavery - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

+ Desserts [Crepes & Custards] Their crepes and custards are the best things ever! I don't really like ice cream-like desserts/food so I tend to not usually order their Italian Ice desserts. I usually get their crepes: #5 (bananas, Nutella) with no whipped cream but with custard (swirled - chocolate & vanilla). For $5.00, it's a steal! They make their crepes right in front of you and the crepes are not too crunchy but are instead more on the chewy/softer side - just the way I like it. Order their custards swirled! It's amazing. Rich, thick, and not too overly sweet. It just melts in your mouth. And you'll be craving for more! + Customer Service Well, every time I go, they give me 3-5 stamps just for buying a crepe.... Way too nice. No wonder I come here almost once a week... Friendly staff and wonderful customer service! The only downside: It's closed on Mondays... read more

Sweet and Shavery - Crêpe with Bananas, Nutella, and Swirled Custard (vanilla & chocolate). - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

If you are serious about your frozen treats, then this place is a must try. I love ice cream, but custard is where it's at! They offer shaved Ice, custard, and crepes. The shaved ice: they have multiple flavors and you can pretty much mix and match any flavors you'd like. The flavoring is very incorporated into the ice and none of the flavors I sampled tasted too sweet or too artificial. Then there's the custard, unfortunately they only have vanilla and chocolate (they can also swirl those 2 together ) The custard is the real star for me it's so thick, rich, and creamy, it's really an indulgent treat all on its own. They offer their own varieties of both ice and custard and you can substitute any flavors or get creative and make your own. For example I opted for the "coco-nana" but instead of vanilla custard I swapped it for chocolate. It definitely satisfied my sweet tooth. These frozen treats are not only delicious but very affordable so I give them 5 stars. read more

Sweet and Shavery - Coconut and banana ice with chocolate custard - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

Finally tried this place and I'm glad I did. They actually sell Italian ice...so hard to find Italian ice during a frozen yogurt era! I got a small Italian ice, which is two scoops for $2.50. The mango was okay, didn't really taste like mango though. The passion fruit was pretty good. As a tip, they will happily give you samples to try. I should have done that before picking out my flavors. They also serve crepes with various fillings. You can build your own or select one of the predefined choices. The basic crepe with one filling is just $2 so they're a good way to satisfy your sweet tooth in the cheap. The interior is also really cute and clean. Pink flowers on each table and the workers continuously wipe down the tables. The OCD can rejoice! Sweet and Shavery will be one of my go to spots in Davis. read more

Sweet and Shavery - Small Italian ice...mango and passionfruit - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

Delicious!!!! So many options and recommended combinations. A little on the pricey side but I love the texture and flavors of the shaved ice and creamy frozen yogurt on top. Before COVID this was always a nice place to hang to with friends as well. read more

I don't know how or why, but this has become my favorite dessert place that I must go to every time I visit Davis! I have come here so frequently, I feel slightly embarrassed when I see the same server each time I go. Oops. My go-to flavor is a light scoop of strawberry ice and extra custard. YUMM. Even though I always ask to try a different flavored ice, I eventually end up getting strawberry. Also, the custard is so good, I can almost forgo the ice, almost. My boyfriend's go-to is their crepe with bananas, nutella, and a side of mix custard. Always made with fresh bananas and it never disappoints! Staff is always friendly and nice. The first time I asked for a stamp card, the staff gave us 5 stamps instead of 2! Now, that's customer service. read more

Sweet and Shavery - Small strawberry and lemon ice with vanilla custard! $3.00 - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

THIS PLACE IS AMAZINGG. WHYYY DID THIS OPEN AFTER I GRADUATED FROM DAVIS :(( The custard was so creamy and delicious. Amazing texture and it just melts in your mouth. The ice shavings nice, soft, and light. The two go so well together. So much cheaper than froyo, ($2.50 for a small, which is actually not even that small) and soooo much better. It's in the same plaza as El Burrito.. kinda hard to find at first. The inside smells kinda strange when you first walk in. They have water inside and lots of interior seatingg. Great read more

Sweet and Shavery - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

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Such a sweet little place right in the heart of downtown! Absolutely perfect for those Davis Summers. They have shaved ice, custard and crepes. They have dozens of board games at the ready too. A few blocks from Campus and Central Park. So yummy! read more

Sweet and Shavery - Sour Watermelon, Lemon and Pineapple! - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

This is a perfect spot to hit up regardless of weather. I'm not huge on custard but it paired perfectly w/ the italian ice. My favorite flavors are strawberry and mango. I did sample other flavors and they were just as refreshing. What I like about this is it feels lighter and healthier than other desserts for a great price. Overall, a great addition to downtown Davis. I definitely recommend checking it out. You won't regret it! read more

Sweet and Shavery - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

I kept blowing this place off for a very long time. I just didn't know what Italian custard was and, honestly, custard sounds kind of gross. Plus, shaved ice is usually not that great (because I'm always imagining sno-cones and the syrup always goes to the bottom and it's the WORST!). So, I'm really glad that someone made me go here. Because now I get it! Italian custard is literally the best thing that's ever happened to the world. The vanilla is to die for. And on a good day, when I also get the Italian ice underneath? So flavorful. So much happiness. If you're ever feeling down about anything, this is the place to go. Totally worth it. And it's not that pricey. Plus, if you're dairy-free, you can just get Italian ice, which is still delicious! read more

Staff: They never bat an eye when I ask to try a sample of their new Italian ice flavors. I appreciate that. Atmosphere: It has a care-free/ fun vibe. They have games that you can play at your table (uno, jenga, etc.) Sometimes they play Nailed It on their TV and it's nice to watch that while you're eating desserts haha. One issue is that they don't have a lot of seating inside. Sometimes big groups will come in and stay long after they've finished their treats, so people who buy their desserts have to leave and walk with them because the seats are all taken. Food: Italian Ice - my favorite flavors are cotton candy, banana, and chocolate. This may sound like a crazy disgusting combo but I swear it tastes good hahah. Custard - It's like ice cream but better. Their vanilla flavor is so so so good. The chocolate is tasty too but the vanilla is the one that tastes like a perfect custard. read more

I was lucky enough to try it during its first month and Davis and I was very hesitant to try the custards. I kept thinking about the custards in tart desserts and found it unappealing. HAVE THE CHOCOLATE CUSTARD cuz dayum it is good! I had originally come in for a plain nutella, banana, and strawberry crepe and had their menu item that includes chocolate custard. I prefer their crepes over crepeville because they don't drown it in nutella. This place is super cute and is brightly lit. I recommend it for a nice pre.post date dessert (don't judge me, dessert before dinner is awesome). They have a few tables to sit at but not great for groups since they are round. I was not a fan of mixing the custard with the italian ice. It made everything have a creamsickle taste. I preferred the ice and custard on their own. read more

Always find myself craving their frozen custard. It's sooo creamy and not super sweet. I've also had it with their strawberry, mango, and litchi flavored ice. Super refreshing after dinner. The only downside is the workers because I never feel like they want to serve me or it's something about their attitude that make me feel unwelcomed? I just want my damn custard lol Basically 5/5 for custard, 4/5 for shaved ice, 2/5 for service. Definitely try this place if you're craving something sweet. read more

I ordered the mango and coconut cream Italian ice. The flavor is amazing and refreshing! You barely taste the ice and its not to sweet either. Price-wise, the portion you get is perfect. The space is a bit small with only 9-10 tables. The decorations are very quaint. Its a great place to chill in the summer! read more

Sweet and Shavery - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

Here is a great place to hang out with friends. Their ice is a burst of flavor. It is in fact, really sweet, but not too sweet that it's unbearable. Definitely recommend it. read more

Sweet and Shavery - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

Love this place, super cute inside. They have a good variety of choices from different flavors of custard and Italian ice. If your indecisive like me, they have different combination chart that you can choose from. Decided to get crepe instead and even got the custard on the side. Would recommend coming here on a hot day! read more

Sweet and Shavery - Crepe with strawberry and Nutella with custard on the side - Desserts Near Me - Davis, California

"Have you ever had Italian ice?" That's what my hair stylist asked when we mentioned going to Davis to try out the SWEET AND SHAVERY. Fresh taste, fresh style, & fresh look. The SWEET AND SHAVERY is, to me, the perfect love-child of Sacramento's more classic and old-school Gunther's (a definite must try if you haven't) & the old-school shack Orange Freeze (also in Sac but unfortunately is not in business). Being in a wheelchair makes it quite difficult for me to get around and maneuver so I was a bit hesitant to make my way inside what looks to be a tiny shop. However, the inside of the adorable place offers a couple of seating options--the counters on the side walls or the circular tables spread out. And I can make a 360 degree turn instead of awkwardly backing up into my preferred seating area! When I try new things, I start off with the smallest size--that's after sampling the different choices of course. Also, it helps to prevent being stuck with something new that doesn't taste all that great. The SWEET AND SHAVERY offers 3 sizes with different amounts of flavor choices you can add: Large (4 flavors) Medium (3 flavors) Small (2 flavors) All sizes gives you the option to add a topping i.e, custard soft-serve. They even have signatures like the Airhead and the Rainbow. Their walls are decorated with fun canvas paintings of their signatures so you get a look of what you might want to choose. For my first ever SWEET AND SHAVERY experience I opted for the SMALL with SOUR WATERMELON on the bottom and SOUR APPLE on top. And because it was already a small, I went ahead and had them top it off with the CUSTARD SOFT SERVE. I kid you not, it tastes exactly like the WATERMELON SOUR PATCH GUMMIES that I used to get in junior high & high school. Don't you just love anything that reminds you of the good old days? I sure do. For conjuring up something so nostalgic with just one tasty and refreshing bite, I give the SWEET AND SHAVERY half a star. The other 3 1/2 stars goes to the smooth refreshing flavors. The sour element of the flavors I chose was not pucker-your-lips-and-face sour but rather a bright palate cleansing sour which was very much needed after the dumplings we had for lunch 10 minutes before. The custard soft serve was creamy & smooth. It was a nice contrast against the "Italian ice" which wasn't slushy at all. The ice felt literally like snow. And the custard wasn't overly sweet--just the right amount of sweetness to offset the sour watermelon & sour apple. I would definitely recommend the SWEET AND SHAVERY to anyone who loves cold sweets especially on a warm day. The shop itself is adorable & has a relaxing feel. But the cold sweets aren't all that they have to offer! They also have crepes. Sadly, we weren't there for the crepes & so we didn't try them. I'm looking forward to getting some next time though. For the meantime, I'll live vicariously through the reviews & pictures until I get to try some of their crepes. If any of you have tried their crepes please let me know how they are! read more