Got a sweet tooth to satisfy? Take a chill pill and get ice cream in Arkansas, at a totally rad 1980s-themed ice cream shop. The bodacious theme isn’t the only thing that makes the creamery unique, though. There’s also the fact that customers get to play mixologist and create the sweet treats of their dreams. They don't deliver, which is also part of what makes this experience special. You've got to go through the process in person.
Brimming with 80s vibes, Trash Ice Cream in Bentonville serves up some sweet nostalgia!
Not only it is charming and Instagrammable, it might be some of the best ice cream in Arkansas.
One of the state’s newer ice cream shops, it opened in 2019 – and has been dazzling diners with its retro charm ever since.
We won't hold back on some of the perks: they offer special ice cream cups for your pup. Step aside, Starbucks!
Stepping inside during the first couple of years was like stepping back in time! Not only was there a collection of retro toys and games for diners’ use, but there was a big screen, where the decade’s hits were played on repeat. Now it has a more modern look, but still displays some 80's decorations.
You can also relive some of that retro feel by experiencing the ice cream shop in person, versus grabbing something at a takeout window or ordering delivery. In-person is very '80s.
The menu is also undeniably 80s. The decade was all about excess, and that mentality has been transferred to the menu, which is overflowing with an excess of flavors.
You could come with ten different friends or relatives and every single one of them is going to find a flavor combination that they love.
The best part of all is that you are in control of those flavors since you get to play mixologist and create the custom dessert of your dreams.
Picky eaters rejoice! It's all in your hands.
So, how does it work? The process is simple. First, you choose your flavor of ice cream – vanilla or chocolate.
Don't worry, this is just the base for the coming extravagance.
Then, you’ll select a vessel – a waffle cone or cup. Finally, you’ll pick from dozens of add-ins to “trash it up.”
This is where it gets fun.
The add-ins are definitely the sweetest part of the entire process. There are roughly 60 to choose from!
The hardest part is fitting everything you love in one cup. But these employees are seasoned ice cream cone stuffers.
And with everything from fruit and cereal to candy and cookies, you should have no problem finding a few (or several!) that pique your palate.
Don’t want to play mixologist? No problem. There’s an Ultimate Mix Tape menu, which features a variety of tried-and-true ice-cream-and-topping combos.
You'll also find a rotating section of seasonal specials to get you in the mood for whatever season or holiday is around the corner.
Serving up a sweet taste of the 80s, Trash Ice Cream is, like, totally awesome!
When it comes to ice cream shops in Arkansas, this one is a slam dunk.
For more info, call Trash Creamery at (479) 367-2412. You can also visit the Trash Ice Cream website or scout out seasonal ice cream flavors on their Facebook Page.
So, did you know about this totally rad creamery? Ever visited? Did you try a treat? If so, what do you think? Tell us!
This isn’t the only eatery that belongs on your bucket list. Read about a restaurant that serves the best fried chicken in all of Arkansas.
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