Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 109 reviews

What User likes about Hillside Sweet Shoppe:
Delicious ice cream, home made whipped cream and plenty of vegan options too! Everything was perfect and staff friendly even though we had a big order and only one person working. She made our visit very pleasant. Definitely recommend after lunch at the Gelston House. View all feedback. What Samantha Burr doesn't like about Hillside Sweet Shoppe:
If you remember the old Sweet Shoppe up the hill from this location, do not expect the same place when you go. This is not the Hillside Sweet Shoppe of my childhood. I’m sure covid hit them hard but even if they had toppings and such, the place is itty bitty and just very very run down. It’s ice cream though. So. If you are nearby and need a cold treat, it’s fine. View all feedback.

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Restaurantji
4.2 ★ from 10 reviews

Delicious ice cream, home made whipped cream and plenty of vegan options too! Everything was perfect and staff friendly even though we had a big order and only...

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Ravi
03.08.2023 - 14:48

Very tasty and soft serve and creamy ice creams.. The owner was accommodative of our customizations, providing extra wet napkins etc., It was an enjoyable exper...

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Samantha
03.08.2023 - 14:48

If you remember the old Sweet Shoppe up the hill from this location, do not expect the same place when you go. This is not the Hillside Sweet Shoppe of my child...

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Victoria
03.08.2023 - 14:48

The most delicious ice cream. Amazing and personable service ?. Highly recommend the Banana Cream Pie Milk Shake!

Jazmine
03.08.2023 - 14:48

It has a pretty good variety of rich ice cream choices. The Cherry Amaretto is the best! They only have 2, maybe 3 tables outside but there's always the Eagle L...

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Yelp
3.0 ★ from 4 reviews
Kathy
03.11.2023 - 12:41

Now known as La Bella's, staffed by two friendly women on the date of our visit. Your standard ice cream flavors in cups or cones. We sat at their outdoor table...

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Michael
03.11.2023 - 12:41

The current place, as of June 2022, is called La Bella's. The staff person was very friendly, but the ice cream was... meh. Not super creamy. Also, the scoops w...

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Noah
03.11.2023 - 12:41

DO NOT GO TO THIS ICE CREAM SHOP. Man behind the counter was very rude and served me before telling me that they only take cash. So I literally had to run back...

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Alma
03.11.2023 - 12:41

Went to Gillette Castle with my kids and wanted a sweet treat after our adventure. Used my yelp app of course and this was first on the list. Unfortunately due...

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Google
4.5 ★ from 4 reviews
V
03.11.2023 - 12:41

The most delicious ice cream. Amazing and personable service . Highly recommend the Banana Cream Pie Milk Shake!

Joe
03.11.2023 - 12:41

Amazing place, almost positive that the ice cream is homemade. Id like to personally apologize for my step father 's temper tantrum of throwing the ice cream be...

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Rolando
03.11.2023 - 12:41

Absolutely great very friendly and they're great selection

Annie
03.11.2023 - 12:41

Small, cash only, but the free video games and kitschy town are cute additions.

Facebookpag
5.0 ★ from 2 reviews
Julie
03.11.2023 - 12:41

Friendly greeting and delicious ice cream. Owner brings the ice cream out to you as he is abiding by the Covid restrictions. Very accommodating. If you’re in th...

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Eric
03.11.2023 - 12:41

ALWAYS great ice cream and service, even when utilizing COVID precautions.

Restaurantguru
4.1 ★ from 109 reviews

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