Looking to sample the best desserts around town?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable dessert outlets in Mesa, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to meet your needs.
1. Gelato Dolce Vita
Topping the list is Gelato Dolce Vita. Located at 5251 E. Brown Road, Suite 104 in Alta Mesa, the spot to score ice cream and frozen yogurt, gelato and desserts is the highest-rated low-priced dessert spot in Mesa, boasting five stars out of 277 reviews on Yelp.
We looked there to learn more about Gelato Dolce Vita.
"Walter is Italian born and Marti is USA born but she lived in Italy more than 10 years," the business says in the history section of its Yelp profile. "When their passion for gelato started they decided first to really learn how to do the best Italian gelato. They attended first a base training at Carpigiani (the Italian leader of the professional gelato machine). Then, they attended the Gelato University to specialize and become Gelato Master."
Furthermore, we found this about the business's signature items: "Fresh homemade gelato, cannoli and gelato cakes – all done by our Italian master gelatiere," it states on Yelp in the section about specialties.
2. Crème & Chocolats
Next up is Crème & Chocolats, situated at 1744 S. Val Vista, Suite 111. With 4.5 stars out of 143 reviews on Yelp, the creperie, which offers desserts, ice cream and frozen yogurt and more, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option.
The site has lots more information on Crème & Chocolats.
"Aurélie and Jean, two French Canadians dreamed about opening their own bistro," the business notes in the history section of its Yelp profile. "After relocating to Arizona, this dream became true. We offer those delicious European-inspired desserts."
Regarding signature items, "We sell happiness!" it states on Yelp in the section explaining specialties. "We sell the best soft ice cream in the valley combined with pure Belgian chocolate. We also serve real French sweet and savory crepes in a cozy and Frenchy decor."
3. Bahama Buck's
Superstition Springs's location of the well-known chain Bahama Buck's, located at 2235 S. Power Road, Suite 111, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the budget-friendly spot to score desserts, shaved ice and juices and smoothies 4.5 stars out of 99 reviews.
Yelper Taryn S., who reviewed Bahama Buck's on Sept. 30, wrote, "I ordered one of the fruit cups with vanilla ice cream on the bottom, and it was fantastic. The strawberries and bananas were super fresh and the ice cream was so good."
4. The Soda Shop
Check out The Soda Shop, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 69 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the spot to score desserts and juices and smoothies by heading over to 2010 E. Brown Road.
We found this about the business's signature items: "The Soda Shop puts a unique twist on your soda fountain favorites," it writes on Yelp in the section explaining specialties. "Whether you are a Big Daddy (Dr. Pepper, Raspberry, Coconut Cream) or a Happy Camper (Root Beer, Toasted Marshmallow, Half & Half) we have a drink for you. The Soda Shop also serves delicious custards and gourmet cookies."
5. Boba Tree Lin Tea House
Last but not least, there's Boba Tree Lin Tea House, a local favorite with four stars out of 195 reviews. Stop by 1139 S. Dobson Road, Suite 101 to hit up the spot to score coffee and tea, bubble tea and desserts next time you're looking to satisfy your cravings on a budget.
We looked there for an overview of Boba Tree Lin Tea House.
"Our feature tea is the cheese foam tea that shows you a different way to drink tea!" according to the history section of the business's Yelp profile. "Cheese foam tea is the tea with rock salt and cheese. Surprisingly, it is quite pleasant, as the salty aspects enhance the drink the way chendol benefit from a tinge of salt."
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