Hours shown it was open during weekday until 10pm when we arrived…read more Service is quick and efficient. There was two lines to order. They call out at the window when your order is ready. Building is small, but both lines go quick. There are some picnic tables to eat your ice cream. They have ice cream nachos. Variety of toppings to choose from. Portion sizes are huge.

My local friend brought me here for a night time treat. I originally wanted ice cream but I saw…read morethey have shaved ice, which would keep me hydrated and satisfy. It reminds me what I can get in the streets of Brooklyn, NY during the summer. I ordered the lime flavored shaved ice , medium size. It was quickly served. It was a decent size. It was definitely refreshing.

I would give you five starsbecause their products are really that good…read more.. When you switched containers that you put banana splits in into the cheap Styrofoam containers that a hotdog would normally go in, that was a horrible mistake for the customer... It's one thing if they are eating but they're terrible if you're doing a drive-through and trying to take it home to a family... The Styrofoam containers leak everywhere! If you're going to use that style of container, get some plastic bags for carry out out orders so it doesn't leak all over the customer's car and the bottom doesn't fall out of the paper bag while you're trying to carry it into the house.... I'm not trying to be picky. I just don't like having big messes in my car.... I've been a loyal fan of dairy zone since you first opened and will continue to frequent your business, But feel you need to know a couple of things that could improve the customers overall experience

I'm new to Iowa and my neighbor told me this is one of the best places for ice cream. I've gone…read moreseveral times now. I love the chocolate ice cream as well as their fried pickles. They're always very friendly and helpful plus the ice cream is so smooth and creamy. Definitely recommend. PS the pumpkin flavor right now is amazing!!!

4.6* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 5*…read more Service: 4* Would I go back / Recommend?: 5* (Definitely) Total check/person: $7 05/01/2026 While this place was closed the last time we drove through, I vowed to stop on the next trip and we got our chance to enjoy a stop with our grandson and his parents last night. It enjoys a great location on a corner next to a park and has a modern, clean look inside and out. We enjoyed several types of ice cream, but my wife and I shared a Comet (Blizzard) with Salted Caramel Ice Cream and Heath candy mix-in (see picture). It was a great combination that we would highly recommend and would order again! If you are in (or driving through) Polk City, this is a must-stop to enjoy some great ice cream! If you found this review helpful, please show your appreciation with a Like or a Follow. Photos copyright: happyhourdesmoines.com & thefoodanddrinkguy.com

Cute simple shop kinda warm inside but the yummy ice cream made up for it. The staff was efficient…read moreand moved quickly through the long lines.

I adore Black Cat. This is my first time checking out their downtown location, but all the elements…read moreare there - the politics, the punk decor, and many many pics of cats. Gotta love it. They mix up their menu all rhe time but it's never hard to find something amazing. This time it was cinnamon and coffee. The views outside the windows are really nice, facing a shaded park and the downtown library. If you're in the area, it's well worth a stop!

This ice cream lover is officially obsessed with Black Cat Ice Cream, which combines delicious…read morecreativity with a cool vibe in a neighborhood shop. It checks every box. The superb exterior opens to a fun interior that feels really comfy. Tremendous customer service. Humorous photos are all over the place, and fun food options are highlighted. Their courtyard is terrific, with fun murals all over and plenty of shade. My two-scoop combo, blending Red Velvet Oreo with Twinkee Butter, was truly awesome, and I loved every nibble.

Hands down best soft serve I have ever had. I never would have thought I'd find it in a small town…read morein Iowa. I would compare this creamy soft serve to Dairy Queen, except even better! They also have the best cookie ice cream sandwich I've ever had. Thelma's cookie sandwiches blew my mind. There was inside and patio seating available. The inside is very cute and quaint and there are sooooo many options to choose from. The drive through was also very convenient for small orders. This place is ran by high schoolers, so have patience. They did mess my order up a couple times, but the ice cream is so worth it. I wish I was from the area because I would literally come here every day if I could.

As always.... Decadent deliciousness! I love the selection of flavors…read more It is a clean shop and easy on street parking.

So many delicious flavor combinations! Better then Dairy Queen and more affordable. Loved the mango…read moredessert.

Fun new way to enjoy a after dinner treat or cook off a hot day. Was looking for a new ice cream…read moreexperience and found the Mangos. So many choices and combinations. Staff was great at helping us decided. Then once we all had our treat, we sat down and played the games available while we enjoyed.

Sweet potato and marshmallows is one of my fall favorite and its gluten-free but my all time…read morefavorite is Red velvet ore. Glad to see them at a bigger location and also excited to check out the downtown location. Service is great and if you like black cats we'll there are a ton on the wall.

Adorable little ice cream shop with even better ice cream. I got a scoop of rice krispy treat with…read moremango and it was so creamy and delicious. The black cat photo wall was adorable and made for great photo ops. Will absolutely be back when Im in the area!

Shaking Boba takes the GOLD for boba! Been to so many local…read moreboba cafes in Des Moines but Shaking Boba does it the best. I appreciate the different milk options for the milk teas. Very accommodating and food allergy safe cafe. We love all their milk and fruit teas with boba. And they have NEVER run out of boba when we've visited. Even at the end of the night right before closing. That speaks VOLUMES of their management. They have even served us 10 minutes before closing with my phone order to cure my boba addiction. Service is always friendly. The owner, Paray, is there sometimes and she makes our visits so pleasant. Cafe is easy to find on University, plenty of parking, and shop is always clean. Super cute decor with egg seats and booths. Seasonal decorations make this cafe super fun to visit all year long. I love how Shaking Boba loves their community. Sometimes they host special events. Highly recommend!! Don't go anywhere but Shaking Boba!!

I've ordered here multiple times before I moved out of Iowa but it's so good. I usually order the…read moremango bubble tea. It has a yogurt mango taste but it's not too sour the way yogurt is. It's tart and flavorful. It may be too sweet for some but you can adjust the sweetness percentage! The atmosphere is like a candy shop when you walk in. You can't really see the workers because there's a massive wall blocking you from them but they have a self ordering station at that wall. So if you're an introvert or would prefer not to talk to anyone this is a good place to get boba!