From the outside, Bigdash Ice Cream & Bakery may seem like just another ordinary ice cream parlor. But opening the door means stepping into a whole new world.

Bigdash is the “home of the stretchy ice cream”, which is the best description of the texture of their frozen treats. The ice cream is nothing like you have tasted before and it’s “stretchy” texture makes for a very different experience, separating Bigdash from any other ice cream shop.  

Featuring a variety of ice cream, flavors range from regular vanilla and chocolate to raspberry and lime. Whatever else is on the menu, there is one item that is a must and will make you rethink what you believe good ice cream to be. 

Their signature dish is their famous original Arabic ice cream with pistachios. The food looks like it belongs at an art museum rather than in your stomach. The ice cream is served in a spiral, with pistachios lining the edges delicately, like carefully placed diamonds on a ring. The ice cream simply melts in your mouth. The cool, sweet, liquidy texture contrasts beautifully with the smooth, salty, tough nuts. The Arabic ice cream can be best described as vanilla with a twist. Its exquisite taste leaves you wanting more. 

In addition to their delicious ice cream, Bigdash also offers a wide selection of pastries, crepes and waffles, and coffee. Their iconic Turkish coffee is served differently than regular hot coffee, in a metal cup and saucer. Its dark color creates a sense of mystery as the delicious scent wafts up your nose. This coffee is unlike any other you’ve had. The Turkish coffee beans create a slightly sweeter taste than regular coffee beans. The subtle but strong cardamom contributes to the uniqueness of Bigdash’s Turkish coffee. 

The prices are quite reasonable and are more than worth it for the unique taste that is Bigdash. A single scoop of ice cream costs $3.49 and $7.99 is the price of their signature dish as it is specially made and decorated quite artfully. One cup of Turkish coffee stands at only $1.99.

While their food introduces customers to a new culture with its unique textures and flavors, it is the interior decoration of Bigdash that makes you feel like you’re not in Texas anymore. The Middle Eastern decoration, from the mosaic coffee tables to the polished white grandeur of the outdoor seating, is truly a worthwhile experience. The beautiful interior leaves you gaping in wonder, and in combination with their diverse food, you truly are immersed in the marvelous Middle Eastern culture.

Be prepared to get whisked away to the Middle East when you walk into Bigdash Ice Cream & Bakery. The ice cream is like no other with its iconic “stretchiness”, making this a treat that you will never forget. Their pastries and crepes are presented as though they are works of art rather than food, and taste even more wonderful. If you’re searching for an escape, want to experience a new culture, are craving for sweet treats, or want to do all three at once, Bigdash is the place to go.