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Craving a sweet treat? There's no better way to cool down on a warm summer day than a scoop (or two!) of your favorite ice cream. Whether you prefer a tried-and-true classic flavor like chocolate or vanilla or an overloaded option piled high with toppings like nuts or caramel, in a bowl or in a cone, there are plenty of incredible creameries and shops around the Grand Canyon State that are worth a visit.
Using reviews, awards and accolades as well as first-hand experience, LoveFood compiled a list of the "best ice cream parlor" in every state, the shops that have become a go-to for customers with a sweet-tooth or those looking to beat the heat with a frozen treat.
According to the site, the best ice cream parlor in all of Arizona is Sweet Republic, which serves up artisan flavors lovingly crafted with fresh and handmade ingredients. Sweet Republic has a handful of locations around the state. Find your nearest one by visiting the website.
Here's what LoveFood had to say about this popular spot:
"At Sweet Republic, everything that goes into the artisan ice cream is prepared with care; we're talking handmade marshmallows and fresh baked chocolate brownies, for a start. The parlor also peels, pits, and chops ripe whole fruit to make sorbets. This attention to detail is one of the reasons it was awarded a James Beard Entrepreneur Fellowship. Popular flavors include cherry cheesecake, brownie fudge swirl, strawberry buttermilk, and coconut sorbet. Sweet Republic has locations in Scottsdale, Phoenix, and Tempe."
Check out the full list at lovefood.com to see more of the best places around the country for a delicious scoop of ice cream. Still in the mood for something sweet? You can also see our previous coverage of bakery that serves the "best pie" in Arizona.