This singular shack has brought me happiness in my darkest of days. Never mind the food, we're only considering ice cream in this review. The prickly pear and vanilla soft serve are the embodiment of joy and a dip on top is like a warm hug from my mother on a crisp winters night. I've gotten every combination, from basic vanilla to the minty holiday special or even a mango flavor they had briefly. My loyalty is unwavering and I'd never take the privilege it is to wait in that line on the lit up street on downtown Gilbert for granted. At the end of the day it is just ice cream, but this is my ice cream spot. read more

Topo - Twist Ice Cream - Mexican Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Topo is a solid switch-up from the typical Mexican food spots around gilbert. Definitely not the best mexican food in the state, but it feels different in a good way. The brisket burrito is really good, especially since you can get it with lean brisket which I liked a lot. the ice cream is also surprisingly great and one of the highlights for me. read more

Topo - Topo Loco Burritos - Mexican Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Delicious ice cream! You have to get the twist of prickly pear and vanilla - sooooo creamy and the perfect level of sweetness. They pile on the ice cream for your cones and offer great dip options. Line moved very fast, staff was friendly, and lovely area to hang out afterwards with good shade from the trees. read more

Topo - Seasonal cone and prickly pear/vanilla twist ice cream cone with lime dip - Mexican Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Topo has been on my list for a while now. This little shop may be little but has a lot of character. Located in the heart of downtown Gilbert, I stopped by for dessert with my mom on a Saturday night around 8:30 p.m. At that time, there was a line close to 30 people or so deep. Ambiance (4/5): Located next to a BBQ joint (which is owned by the same people), this little store has a window for takeout where you place your order, pay, and get your food. With that being said, there's plenty of room to linger in the spacious outdoor patio behind Topo. Including rocking chairs. And there are also some benches right next to Topo. Above Topo is a large beaver that's part of the building. It definitely stands out with some pretty cool architecture! Service (3/5): Since you order and pay at the counter, service isn't a big part of the experience. But the line sure is! It goes fast, but it still took 20 minutes or so to get an ice cream. Only one person works the counter which slows things down. With two or three people working cash registers, the line wouldn't exist. It's a good spot but there's some artificial hype here that could be avoided. Drinks (N/A): I didn't order any beverages but I was tempted to try their watermelon agua fresca. Food (5/5): Topo is known for their prickly pear soft serve ice cream. And outside of that, you don't have a lot of choices when it comes to ice cream. You can do vanilla, prickly pear, or combo in a cone or cup. You can also add a chocolate shell for $1 extra. And they also had a seasonal option with mango and tajin. If you're not looking for dessert, they have a limited selection of hot food too including elote, brisket elote, and burritos. Now let's get back to the ice cream. I went with the combo and the prickly pear and vanilla soft serve complemented each other so well. This was my first time trying prickly pear ice cream. Up until this point, the closest I got was prickly pear margaritas. They're most definitely an Arizona/New Mexico thing so I appreciated the novelty of it. While soft serve isn't my favorite type of ice cream, this is some darn good soft serve. Worth the wait. read more

Sometimes a sweet treat is perfect on a warm day. Eating dinner next door and seeing signs for this small, walk up window completely caught our eyes. I went with a basic swirl soft serve that hit the spot. The consistency was perfect and never melted. Vanilla mixed with Prickly Pear (which tastes like Raspberry) was delightful. There is a large patio behind which was very relaxing. Bench seating, round tables, and rocking chairs were all available. Parking was easy and free right around the corner. read more

Topo - Vanilla Prickly Pear Swirl - Mexican Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Downtown Gilbert's favorite grab n go & soft serve spot! You can't miss this kiosk especially with that huge gopher on top. They're known for their burritos - Topo Locos chicken or pork burrito ($11 + $2 for brisket upgrade). Elotes with brisket, and their soft serve. But since I was visiting, all the locals pointed me to the prickly pear soft serve dipped in chocolate and man was that divine. It is refreshingly delicious and only for $5.50. I also tried their watermelon agua fresca. Friendly staff. Great service. Highly recommend this place. There's a huge patio with benches and lawn games in the back to enjoy your treats. read more

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I've driven by it dozens of times but until today I haven't had the pleasure. The lines are always long so I figured it was worth a stop. I chose the soft serve Prickly Pear. Then the young man taking my order suggested the lime dip when I asked which would be best with it. Good call. Nice combo. A nice area behind the shop that's shady and shared with the BBQ joint next door. read more

Topo - Prickly Pear Ice cream with a lime dip. Nom...nom...nom... - Mexican Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

I had been wanting to try Tapo after seeing an Instagram video that made the food look absolutely delicious. I finally decided to give it a shot and ordered the brisket elote and the Tapo burrito with pork. Honestly, I'm not sure what the hype is about. The brisket elote was $13 and was basically Frito chips with very little meat. For the price, I expected much more substance. The Tapo burrito was $11 and was mostly beans. Unfortunately, there just wasn't enough protein in either the burrito or the brisket elote to justify the cost. I'm pretty disappointed and, unfortunately, won't be back. read more

Topo - Brisket elote - Mexican Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Came for the prickly pear ice cream & it did not disappoint! I generally love picking up prickly pear flavored treats, so when I saw they had ice cream I knew I had to stop by. We swung by on a Saturday after grabbing dinner somewhere else, there was a line out front, however it moved quickly. Our party tried the brownie sundae, the prickly pear ice cream with chocolate dip & a prickly pear ice cream with orange dip. Plus, a family member ordered a burrito for later and I grabbed one of the new watermelon aqua frescas they were promoting. The prickly pear ice cream dipped in chocolate reminded me of the chocolate covered cherries that are popular during the holiday season. I thought it was delicious & I was happy with the amount they give you for the price, some ice cream spots over charge & give you the smallest portion. Everyone really enjoyed their ice cream, and it was nice there was seating right next to their stand. The only thing I didn't like was the watermelon drink I had ordered, it didn't taste quite right instead of the sweet watermelon flavor I was expecting it tasted more like the rind had been blended up & added to the drink giving it a bitter taste. I look forward to visiting again for their ice cream! read more

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Cute little shack. Great quality and prices! Lots of patio seating around. The burritos are huge and the dipped cones are delicious. The dipped cones are pretty messy so I would recommend extra napkins and maybe a bowl on the side! The workers are always friendly as well. read more

Topo - Menu/outside - Mexican Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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The service was great and quick, but the ice cream itself was just ok. I don't understand the hype about this place but still try it out for yourself! Just wasn't for me. read more

The review is for the "icecream" only. Food looks good so maybe I'll have to try the food next time. This is not an icecream spot. It is a soft serve frozen yogurt spot. 5/5 for the prickly pear frozen yogurt. It has its own flavor so that was nice. 3/5 on service. They're kids serving it up just waiting to get out of there and get off shift. 1/5 on the "topping". I was expecting a syrup like topping when it was "dipped" in lime. I'm glad I asked to get it on the side. It's actually lime flavored chocolate and the thickness of it and fact that it hardens and ended up tasting like plastic was a hard no. I could taste the lime flavor when it's freshly melted. But the moment it hits the cold, it becomes very plastic-like with a waxy taste. read more

Genuinely one of the best burritos I've had in a long time! The loco version makes for some fun flavors inside- I definitely recommend! I really want to come back and try their elote and ice cream. The line for Topo is frequently long, so be prepared to wait but know that the wait is worth it! Also, the seating is frequently packed with it being right next to Joe's, but I've always been able to find a seat. I love this place! read more

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Stopped at Topo for dessert after a great dinner at Joe's Real BBQ next door. The line was long, but the wait wasn't too bad. The cashier/server moved very quickly and efficiently. Their current special cone is called "Joy to the World" - looks like a dipped cone with crushed peppermint. I went with the Prickly Pear Twist soft serve in a cup. It was so good! Tastes almost like my favorite ice cream growing up, raspberry vanilla swirl, but not tart. The texture was smooth and creamy. Don't be deterred by the long line - it's honestly worth the wait! They also sell elote and burritos if you want something savory. I've had both, and they're pretty good too! read more

Topo - Mexican Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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I have passed this place so many times, and almost always see a line of people here. The line moves very quickly, so that's a plus. Luckily there is plenty of seating all around Topo, especially since it is a small stand-alone place. My family and I came here to try the soft serve, which unfortunately is only offered in two flavors: vanilla and prickly pear (or a twist of both). Dip options include chocolate, lime, and prickly pear, but a seasonal flavor of Oreo mint was available. I opted for the Oreo mint, and although the dip coating was good, it really wasn't worth the mess. A bowl would be a better option! I personally prefer Dairy Queen vanilla soft serve over this one. It was a relatively large serving and a decent price, but the flavor options just weren't doing it for me. This made me wonder if it's the few food items available that keep the people coming back. I will definitely consider coming back for that. read more

Great place for ice cream on the run. They have window outside so you do not have to go in to order it. They give you a large helping for only $4.50. It's large enough to share. They have outdoor tables to share your ice cream. Location in the center of town. Friendly staff. read more

Topo - Prickly Pear and vanilla Ice Cream - Mexican Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

I'm always struggling to find places to get great soft serve in Arizona... but this is the SPOT! I love their prickly pear swirl soft serve so so much. I will definitely take a detour into Gilbert just for the cream. It hits just right with the lime shell too!! Okay but if you can't eat it fast enough you should definitely opt for the cup and skip the cone unless you want a drippy mess read more

Topo - Prickly pear swirl soft serve Twist Ice Cream with lime shell - Mexican Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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When it comes to Topo in Gilbert, I think it's fair to know a few behind-the-scenes facts. It is owned by the same people behind Joe's Real BBQ, Liberty Market, and Joe's Farm Grill, among others. So take a look and decide for yourself -- is this purely an opportunity to capitalize on a busy area by offering mediocre ice cream at a high price, similar to a tourist trap, or is it a genuine effort to give back? Unfortunately, I lean toward the former. I tried the prickly pear and vanilla swirl, which I found extremely sugary. I won't say more -- this is one decision you'll need to make on your own. read more

Topo - prickly pear and vanilla swirl - Mexican Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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My husband and I stopped by Topo for some ice cream and both got the twist with prickly pear and vanilla. I had mine dipped in orange, his in lime. Unfortunately, we ended up peeling off the dip--neither of us were fans of the flavor. That said, the prickly pear ice cream was delicious and definitely the standout. The service was friendly and fast, which made the experience even better. You can't eat inside, but there's plenty of spots to sit nearby outside. If we go back (and we probably will), we'll skip the dip and the twist and just get a cone of prickly pear on its own. Sometimes simple is best! read more

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BBQ brisket bowl with Joe's original BBQ was amazing! Very filling! Quick service and the back patio was perfect in the shade for the 97 degree day we experienced in March! read more

I've heard about this place, and was on my list to try when I'm in the area. I had the TOPO Pork. I wasn't to enthusiastic about eating it. However, it took me to a food high that I haven't been to in a long time. What can I say, it was great. With the pork flavor, to the crunch. It was great. I'm looking forward for another visit. read more

Topo - Mexican Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

We looked for a house here in September, and under recommendation from our daughter, she suggested Topo. Well, in September it was over 100 degrees for a month, so we decided not to visit Topo at that time, because you order outside and you eat outside. Now that we've been here a while (and the weather has calmed a little) we decided to give it a try, and it was worth it! We both got the chicken Topo Loco and the food was amazing. It had just the right amount of spice, and crunch from the Fritos. The elote adds a good amount of sweetness to the burritos. For desert, the wife got a prickly pear twist cone with lime dip. If you haven't tried it, you've got to. I got the bacon caramel sundae and if you've ever had the bacon Sundae from Burger King when they had it, you'll appreciate this version! Our order was quick, and correct. So there was no problem there. The outdoor seating is picnic benches and it gives that picnic feel. There are cornhole games you can play while you wait, and if it gets cold at night, there's outdoor heaters in the seating area. Lots of people watching you can do as well, it's a pretty vibrant downtown area, and looks like it could get crowded at times. We parked about a block away, and there's also a parking garage just off the main drag. Well worth the money and we'll definitely be back! Enjoy. read more

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My visits have been average. I visited 3 times in hope for a different outcome and I finally landed on a rating of 3. Not a must visit but you may very well enjoy your visit. Solely based on the ice cream. When I first came to visit I made the mistake of going out on a Friday evening, maybe 7. It was extremely packed with parking nearly non existent (parking garage completely full). After finally finding parking, waited in line (10-15 ppl), took some time, only to find out the prickly pear was out of service So I settled on chocolate dipped vanilla. It was okay. McDonald soft serve is a lot better and cheaper. This runs you just under 6$ Came back again, after reading reviews I decided on a chocolate dipped prickly pear. I didn't care for the combo. Prickly pear really doesn't have a stand out flavor, it's just slightly tart. So I didn't like the tart plus chocolate. Came back again in the after noon mid week, barely a wait.. and thought the orange dipped prickly pear would be a good combo. It was a bit better but again, nothing special. The orange dip also wasn't pleasant. I can't figure out how to describe it but it got stuck to the roof of my mouth and would get clumpy in my mouth. Nothing was too sweet, so I appreciated that aspect. The little guy on the roof is fun and creepy lol. It's a simple little walk up shack. Employees have been nice. Overall wouldn't go out of my way to visit but if I was with someone that wanted to try I would order myself something. read more

Good soft serve- they only have prickly pear and vanilla and can get it dipped in orange chocolate or lime. Must try- the prickly pear is tart but tasty. Back simple goodness read more

Such a cute patio/outdoor area. The prickly pear ice cream was so tart and went so nice with the creamy vanilla. If you enjoy the tartness more I recommend getting only prickly pear dipped in lime (this is my friend's regular order). I personally enjoyed a little bit of tartness and creaminess. read more

Topo - Swirl - Mexican Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

The prickly pear soft serve is so good I came back twice in a 4-day work trip to Phoenix! Friendly service and yes the prickly pear is the only thing I tasted - twice. I suggest the chocolate dip. Tart and sweet and refreshing. Not sure why there's a rodent figure on the place but the quirky nature of the place suits Gilbert I guess :) read more

When it's 115 in the desert, there's nothing quite like prickly pear soft serve to make it feel cooler outside. After having 3-4 recommendations to check out this oasis, I knew I'd have to make the drive down from phoenix. The small shack on the side of Main Street was really nice and they had seating in the shade for a quick bite. I didn't get a chance to try other items on the menu, but I know that their soft serve is the biggest draw and I would highly recommend it as well. read more

Topo - Exterior - Mexican Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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Full disclosure: review is only for sweet treats. Amazing Frozen Yogurt!!!! Had the soft serve. Prickly Pear, which is an edible cactus that's native to AZ. Get in to my belly. No seating. Grab and go. Downtown Gilbert. Get a seat outside courtyard. Tables. Chairs. Behind the storefront. SOFT SERVE -- Cone or Bowl Vanilla * Prickly Pear * Twist $4.50 You can get the cone dipped: DIPS Chocolate * Lime * Prickly Pear $0.50 each Next time: get their burritos!!!! Pro Tip: sister company next door, Joe's BBQ!!!! Equally Deeelish!!!! read more

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Really good place they're really fast I got the prickly pear it's like a Sunday with the hard stuff on it the green stuff I can't remember what it's called it was really good though read more

Topo - Prickly pear with the mint fudge I think it's what they were called I got the bowel - Mexican Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

I've gone to Topo many times. It's one of my favorite spots in Gilbert. There is always a line, but it's worth the wait. This is just a small little stand with a small menu. There is plenty of outdoor seating. The best is the prickly pear ice cream dipped in chocolate. Their elote is also good and a deal at $5. If you're in Gilbert, Topo is a must stop. read more

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Serves ice cream, walk up super easy to order plenty of outside shaded seating, we chose inside tho right next to bbq place, a lot cooler in the az summer heat plus with a baby.. ice cream was a heaping serving got the orange flavor was really good like cream sickle has a hard orange flavor shell. Service was friendly and fast :) read more

If you've been in DT Gilbert, you've seen Topo! You can't miss it - whether it's the fun groundhog in the top hat or the usually long line going down the street! Topo has quickly become a staple in DT Gilbert for its ice cream! You can grab a scoop or cone while on a stroll, taking in the sights and sounds. Unfortunately, it's pricey. $4.50 for a cone with only 2 options of flavors - vanilla or prickly pear. You can get them dipped, but no toppings or anything else. Not a ton of variety here. They do offer burritos and elote as well, but ice cream is definitely what they're becoming known for. It's a very limited menu and on the pricey side. It's worth trying once if you're visiting DT Gilbert. read more

Topo - Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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As always I had to make a stop to get my favorite prickly pear ice cream cone aster stepping at Joe's BBQ for dinner. The ice cream was delicious as usual and the cone was well packed, just as it should be. The store front was clean and inviting and so was the team working that day. I'll definitely be back, I'm a regular. read more

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While visiting with friends, I mentioned I was interested in Prickly Pear Ice Cream while in AZ. Do they recommend or know of any place? He said, "Oh, check out Topo. They have Prickly Pear soft serve Ice Cream and other Mexican food there." SOLD! Topo is located in Gilbert's Downtown Heritage District. A very popular area. There is a parking lot around the corner, shared with all the other businesses. Basically, it's in the back. Cute brick-and-mortar "stand" with a nice outdoor fenced patio area. They offer games of cornhole toss. The area has string lights and is clean. They also have additional tables and seating to the right of the stand. Thankfully, the line wasn't too long. The wait was about 10-12 minutes. The workers are excellent at quickly serving their patrons. Decisions...decisions...swirl of Prickly Pear with Vanilla, then dipped in Prickly Pear or Lime dip. I decided I might as well go with the full Prickly Pear Ice Cream with the Lime dip. The lime dip was a nice thick shell easily broken when you bit into it. Creamy and chocolately with a hint of lime. That in itself was delicious. [The temperature that night was in the high 90s] So that shell kept your ice cream from melting too fast! Otherwise, you would have a dripping mess, or you would have to scarf down your ice cream and couldn't enjoy it. We've all done that before, right? The flavor of the ice cream was sweet yet slightly tart and refreshing! Without the dip, it's a nice ice cream. With the dip, that elevates it to a decadent dessert. Too bad, I don't live here. Otherwise, I'd get this every day and twice on Sundays! For now, Topo will live on in this Californian's memory until next time. Thank you, EA, for suggesting this place. Support your local business! read more

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My husband and I move around and Topo's will be a spot I will truly miss when we move on from AZ. This cute hole-in-the-wall spot in DT Gilbert is a spot I go out of my way to return to. They have a small limited menu but what they do amazingly well!! I always order a brisket topo loco, elote and prickly pear ice cream with a lime topping. Their meat is sourced from Joe's Real BBQ next door and it is DELICIOUS. I'm not typically one for bbq takes on Mexican food but Topo does it really well. The serving sizes are huge and I never have to wait long for my food. The only thing to keep in mind is that Topo does not offer indoor seating so the summer months can making dining difficult. I recommend finding shade in Joe's patio next door, going after sun set or planning to eat in the car for those who are heat sensitive. Overall, highly recommend. read more

Super cute little spot with great customer service! We tried the prickly pear soft serve and weren't a huge fan of it but loved the elote. read more

Topo - Elote - Mexican Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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I had lunch at Gilbert downtown and the architecture of Topo attracted me to check out their menu. One of the highlights of my visit was the prickly pear ice cream, absolutely delicious! I ordered "twist" with chocolate dip - It's a combination of vanilla and prickly pear. I highly recommend trying it as it's a unique treat you won't find everywhere. Tips - There are more seating behind Topo. It looks like a small picnic area with lot of sparrows and shades. I would definitely come back and try other menu items. read more

Topo - Mexican Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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Flavorful, filling, refreshing. LOVED the elote bowls (all the goodness with none of the fuss), and the brisket really took it over the top and added a lot of heartiness to the meal. The prickly pear dipped cone was also a highlight. I wasn't the biggest fan of the agua frescas (tasted more like a syrup than fresh watermelon), but if sweet is your thing then it's not bad. read more

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If you're anywhere near downtown Gilbert, do yourself a favor and stop by this stand-up taco shop. Their burritos are next level--seriously the best you can find in the area. Packed with flavor, perfectly wrapped, and always made fresh, these burritos are worth every bite. Yes, the line can be long at times, but that's how you know it's good--and trust me, it's always worth the wait. The staff moves fast and keeps things flowing, and the energy of the place adds to the whole experience. It's one of those spots you crave over and over again. read more

It was a Monday night...it was cool outside and I was hungry. I had just gotten a haircut and my stomach was feeling neglected, I had to change that. As I sat in my Jeep, deep in thought, I glanced to my right and saw the words "burrito" and "soft server" written like bookends on a tiny white building called "Topo." I thought: "I'd hit that," and decided to introduce myself.... Spoiler Alert: I went for the bean and cheese burrito....both myself and my stomach loved it! It had the perfect consistency of beans and cheese (to my liking that is). I never would have thought this tiny place had one of the best bean and cheese burritos around. Next time I'm gonna try the soft serve for sure!! read more

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