1. Sweet Republic
8.8
9160 E Shea Blvd Ste 105 (at N 92nd St), Scottsdale, AZ
Ice Cream Parlor · Via Linda Corridor · 84 tips and reviews
Phoenix New Times: Try the Cheese Course! Mind-blowing blue cheese ice cream- has a tiny whiff of Roquefort kick, insanely creamy, with local McClendon Select honey - it's one of Michele Laudig's 100 Favorite Dishes! Read more.
Lesley Sielski: Salted butter caramel ice cream is a must! The rocky road is awesome too and if you really want to indulge, get a toffee banoffi sundae!
Susan K: The coconut sorbet is amazingly creamy! Melon sorbet: oh so refreshing for 105 degree F weather! If you visit during the summer, try the peach ice cream: peaches were hand-picked by the staff!
Carol Mauer: This is the best place ever for ice cream, shakes, sodas, and sundays! Its old fashioned 50's style all done in pink. A must do experience!
Evan[Bu]: When picking two scoops, go with cookies & cream and vanilla. Wow, that is some (censored) tasty ice cream!
Elizabeth Dunne: Best Ice cream I've had in Arizona! Mint chocolate chip is delicious.
4. Sprinkles Cupcakes
9.0
4501 N Scottsdale Rd (at Camelback Rd), Scottsdale, AZ
Cupcake Shop · Downtown Scottsdale · 85 tips and reviews
Kelsey Caesar: Very good cupcakes can be pricey. However very well worth the money. My favorite is the red velvet cupcake. Definitely should try it.
Kimberly Quinonez: My favorite is the Chocolate Peanut Butter or the Red velvet!
Julie Beebe: Get the red velvet. I got quite a sampling of minis, and though I'm not typically a huge fan of RV, it was far superior to the others I tried. Cute shop - great customer service. Recommended!
9. Andreoli Italian Grocer
8.9
8880 East Vía Linda (at Pima Fwy), Scottsdale, AZ
Italian Restaurant · Via Linda Corridor · 29 tips and reviews
Christina Worden: Delicious Italian meat and cheese options along with amazing desserts like chocolate crossiants (made fresh daily) and cannolis combined with wonderful service. Count me in as a returning customer!
Lucas Stecyk: Forza Italia, Cosa Nostra, Get Calamari GRILLED, canolis are amazing...everything is too good.
Shane B: All homemade. Authentic. Try the marinated & grilled calamari. Amazing daily menu, fantastic deserts.
12. Citizen Public House
8.5
7111 E 5th Ave (at Craftsman Ct.), Scottsdale, AZ
Gastropub · Downtown Scottsdale · 136 tips and reviews
Farrah: Cheese fondue appetizer is rich and heavy (duh, fondue) buy very good and fun to share. More importantly---get the chocolate pot de creme is the absolute best dessert ever. Kinda pricey but worth it.
Phoenix New Times: Best of Phoenix Winner 2011: Best New Restaurant. An extensive menu offering tasty scallops, delicious pork belly pastrami, crispy chopped salad, and flavorful desert. Read more.
ReseAnne Sims: Black and Tan dessert was most amazing dessert I've had in a long time! Great great place!
Danny Moran: The canolis here are to die for! Don't leave without one. If you need some authentic Italian grocery items, fresh pasta or cheese....you need to come here!
Johanna Sperzagni: Best cheese steak..great gnocchi with white sauce. Baklava is so rich!¡ a favorite!
Daniel Ruiz: Wow, have not had this good of a cannoli; outside of Ferraras in little Italy NY, in a long time.
14. Arcadia Farms Café
8.6
7014 E 1st Ave (1st Avenue & Goldwater Blvd), Scottsdale, AZ
American Restaurant · Arts Districts · 39 tips and reviews
Frances Whittaker: A great atmosphere to have a relaxing lunch. Their homemade desserts are to die for!
Serena Castillo: I love eating breakfast here. It's also a great place to chill, eat a Red Velvet Baby Cake and a cup of coffee. I love the patio seating in the spring, fall and winter!
Courtney Griggs: Delicious Arcadia Farms salad, sandwiches, breakfast and desserts TOGO!
15. The Herb Box
8.9
20707 N. Pima, Suites 140-145, Scottsdale, AZ
American Restaurant · DC Ranch · 40 tips and reviews
Wendy Wilkinson: The breakfast is amazing! The red velvet pancakes are perfect and decor is so adorable. Make sure order both syrups from chef they are superb!
Michelle O: Amazing food! They are always updating their menu with new and delicious food options. The corn and goat cheese flat bread is a must! Go to their bakery after for some yummy dessert.
Mary X: For a great sweet and savory combo for brunch, get the red velvet pancakes with short rib sandwich.