Food, service, and ambiance are all 5 stars. Walk in the store and you are immediately transported back to the 50's with a collection of antique goodies and stark white walls. Seating is available on the first floor, upstairs, and on the second floor balcony providing an overview of downtown Decorah. The staff is always friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. I cannot say enough about the ice cream desserts. Yummy!
Brecka Putnam
Sugar Bowl is home to amazing ice cream, but it does not stop there. The customer service provided by the young man who helped me last was off the charts. The creativity of their dishes is next level (think ice cream advent calendars and waffle nachos). Most importantly, their never-ending support of their community makes every bite taste even sweeter.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hannah Stoutner
Great ice cream, super-cool atmosphere! They have so many flavors to choose from, even dairy and gluten-free options! A very inviting place, and the antique decor makes me feel like I'm in an old-school diner. The line moves super quick, and I had the best milkshake of my life! I will definitely be coming here again. They even have another location on the Luther College campus that is open to the public that offers coffee, sandwiches, and ice cream! A hidden gem, for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 4 Flight of Chocolate Shoppe Flavors, Waffle Nachos, Prints, Comfort Color Crew Neck Sweatshirt
Manny Pollard
Love the staff and the ice cream selection. The “this @$/! Just got serious” is the ish. “Fat Elvis” is awesome and “Exhausted Parent” saves my day often.-Maverick-
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Single Scoop
Angie D.
Love that they have an ice cream flight! What a great way to try different flavors. Service was friendly and we would definitely go back next time we are in Decorah
Sam E
Such FANTASTIC ice cream. The workers were so friendly and helpful. I love this place so much and will be back many times.
Kelsi K.
WOW WOW WOW! You don't even have to walk in to know this is THE place for ice cream. It was poppin!! We were here on a Saturday night, the two people working were on it even with the long line! They have QR codes of their flavors available that day to see ingredients which was great to have as someone in our group was gluten free. They still had so many options. We lived large and did a 12 scoop ice cream flight, between the 4 of us it was more than enough. If you've ever said "I wish this was an ice cream flavor..." you'll find it here! There was not a single flavor I didn't find myself saying YUM. My favorite was "this just got serious" If you like classic vanilla I'm sure they do it right here, but take the time to say YOLO and try something new because you'll be missing out! The place is smaller, so seating was hard to find, however they did have an outdoor area, and downtown is very walkable to take it to go!
Mike Strunz
Outstanding ice cream!!! The two kids that were working were great! I wish I would have gotten their names. I will definitely stop here again next time I'm in town.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Zac R
Delicious ice cream with the most amazing diary free option made from oat milk that actually tastes amazing.
Fantastic local ice cream shop with lots of vintage charm. Dozens of AMAZING flavors and 6+ types of cones including red velvet and matcha. Prices are reasonable for the quality and quantity. I got the waffle nachos, two scoops of ice cream, your choice of toppings all over a pile of waffle chips. Definitely a repeat visit location.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kelsey Goke
Thanks, Mrs H! You made it a wonderful experience. We even got some history of Decorah, no additional charge!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Matt Townsley
Best ice cream in Decorah. Retro environment and family friendly. Our kids have requested to visit the Sugar Bowl again on our next trip to the Driftless.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dave Irwin
Cool retro ice cream shop on main street.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
jason van clark
This place is great. Awesome Ice cream and a great atmosphere, all at great prices.
Amazing ice cream, fun decor and great service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Monster Cookie Dough
Food, service, and ambiance are all 5 stars. Walk in the store and you are immediately transported back to the 50's with a collection of antique goodies and stark white walls. Seating is available on the first floor, upstairs, and on the second floor balcony providing an overview of downtown Decorah. The staff is always friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. I cannot say enough about the ice cream desserts. Yummy!
Sugar Bowl is home to amazing ice cream, but it does not stop there. The customer service provided by the young man who helped me last was off the charts. The creativity of their dishes is next level (think ice cream advent calendars and waffle nachos). Most importantly, their never-ending support of their community makes every bite taste even sweeter.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great ice cream, super-cool atmosphere! They have so many flavors to choose from, even dairy and gluten-free options! A very inviting place, and the antique decor makes me feel like I'm in an old-school diner. The line moves super quick, and I had the best milkshake of my life! I will definitely be coming here again. They even have another location on the Luther College campus that is open to the public that offers coffee, sandwiches, and ice cream! A hidden gem, for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 4 Flight of Chocolate Shoppe Flavors, Waffle Nachos, Prints, Comfort Color Crew Neck Sweatshirt
Love the staff and the ice cream selection. The “this @$/! Just got serious” is the ish. “Fat Elvis” is awesome and “Exhausted Parent” saves my day often.-Maverick-
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Single Scoop
Love that they have an ice cream flight! What a great way to try different flavors. Service was friendly and we would definitely go back next time we are in Decorah
Such FANTASTIC ice cream. The workers were so friendly and helpful. I love this place so much and will be back many times.
WOW WOW WOW! You don't even have to walk in to know this is THE place for ice cream. It was poppin!! We were here on a Saturday night, the two people working were on it even with the long line! They have QR codes of their flavors available that day to see ingredients which was great to have as someone in our group was gluten free. They still had so many options. We lived large and did a 12 scoop ice cream flight, between the 4 of us it was more than enough. If you've ever said "I wish this was an ice cream flavor..." you'll find it here! There was not a single flavor I didn't find myself saying YUM. My favorite was "this just got serious" If you like classic vanilla I'm sure they do it right here, but take the time to say YOLO and try something new because you'll be missing out! The place is smaller, so seating was hard to find, however they did have an outdoor area, and downtown is very walkable to take it to go!
Outstanding ice cream!!! The two kids that were working were great! I wish I would have gotten their names. I will definitely stop here again next time I'm in town.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious ice cream with the most amazing diary free option made from oat milk that actually tastes amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Fantastic local ice cream shop with lots of vintage charm. Dozens of AMAZING flavors and 6+ types of cones including red velvet and matcha. Prices are reasonable for the quality and quantity. I got the waffle nachos, two scoops of ice cream, your choice of toppings all over a pile of waffle chips. Definitely a repeat visit location.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thanks, Mrs H! You made it a wonderful experience. We even got some history of Decorah, no additional charge!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best ice cream in Decorah. Retro environment and family friendly. Our kids have requested to visit the Sugar Bowl again on our next trip to the Driftless.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cool retro ice cream shop on main street.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is great. Awesome Ice cream and a great atmosphere, all at great prices.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5