So the big debate in Charlottesville is dessert, and if you are on UVA Grounds, then the hands down answer is always Arch's Frozen Yogurt on the Corner. Here, I am going to do a brief on some of the particular hot spots around Charlottesville. From here it is all up to you; luckily, the testing will be pretty tasty.
The UVA "Corner"
Arch's: It may be an icon, but I personally think it is overrated. It's frozen yogurt people, why in the world would you stand in a 20 minute line and pay $5 for a waffle cone? Granted, it is good, and the various Wow Cow flavors change which can make each day an adventure. But beyond the hype and the sorority girls, the individual looking for a spot to chat or a local hangout, stay away. Though, if you are on Grounds for the first time, Arch's is somewhere everyone on Grounds has been. You gotta go at least once.
The White Spot: This little hole in the wall is one of the oldest running businesses on the Corner and the actual only place that sells real ice cream (Hershey's to be exact). It may never really be packed, but it doesn't take away from the down home feel this small sweet spot has. You should go, not everyone does it, be different.
Rita's: The newbie to the Corner, Rita's opened last summer right around graduation. The first week was free which got everyone hooked (I went 12 times in 7 days). It serves Italian Ice, which is novel, and custard. Both are excellent. I go for the custard. The ice flavors change and are always good--Passion Fruit is the best--nothing breaks the heat like flavored ice...and the employees are so nice!
Alderman on UVA Grounds: It probably sounds weird to send people into a library for dessert, but whether you need to drown your exam sorrows in frozen yogurt or want to avoid some of the Corner crowds, it's a great option. Here, you get tart frozen yogurt, something totally different from anything else offered. With fresh fruit options and two sizable portions, this is a great way to spend an hour at Mr. Jefferson's University.
Downtown:
With so many restaurants and shops downtown it can seem overwhelming to pick just a place for dessert. I recommend looking at individual restaurant dessert menus to anyplace you choose to sit down and eat. There are a few A+ choices for just dessert alone.
Timberlake's: Granted, it looks a little sketch on the outside, and yes, it actually still is a drug store, but OMG have you had the milkshakes?! This little gem is a must eat when it comes to being a local in Charlottesville. The milkshakes are the bomb! And they are big enough to share (or eat by yourself...:)
The Nook: One word: cheap. This diner went under new management in the past couple of years and it really shows. With good home diner food, the expectations for dessert can be set a little high. But have no fear! It certainly does the job. No choice is wrong here.
Splendora's: Oh the Italians have done it again. Gelato is not frozen yogurt nor ice cream. It is totally in a league of its own. This bright yellow building brings a smile to everyone's face. The flavors change with the season. The best bet is to get some of your friends together and share the sampler-- keeps the decision making down for everyone.
Champs: I love popping in here for some good ol' fashioned ice cream and fun. The employees are very kind and hospitable. The people inside are 9 times out of 10 regulars. The milkshakes are a little pricy, but dang tasty. Great place to get and go.
So head on out there for your own dessert and research... ENJOY!!!
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