The world is more fast-paced than ever, and we often find ourselves longing for simpler times. If you share that mindset, come slide into a pink leather booth at The Sugar Bowl, a retro ice cream parlor in Arizona. Open since 1958, this Scottsdale icon has been scooping the best sundaes around for over 60 years. If you’re in the mood for a strong dose of nostalgia and a sweet treat, The Sugar Bowl Ice Cream Parlor is the place to be!

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Hours are 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. on Sunday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Visit the Sugar Bowl Ice Cream Facebook page or the Experience Scottsdale website for more information.

Have you ever been to The Sugar Bowl Ice Cream Parlor? If so, what did you order and how was it? Tell us in the comments! Don’t forget to check out our previous article for another retro place in Arizona where the ’50s never end.

If you like visiting retro places in Arizona, you’ll love staying at the Hotel Valley Hotel in Scottsdale. You can book a stay at this mid-century modern hotel on Hotels.com.

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Retro Places In Arizona

What are some other retro places I can visit in Arizona?

With its mid-century modern architecture and Route 66 attractions, there are more than enough retro places to visit around Arizona. Here are a few of the highlights:

  • Taliesin West is a historical landmark in Scottsdale where Frank Lloyd Wright had his winter home and studio. Come here to tour the mid-century modern architecture and learn about the famed architect’s life.
  • Cool Springs Station near Kingman is a Route 66 gas station-turned-museum that’s a great stop if you’re in the area.
  • West Wind Glendale 9 Drive-In in Glendale. Let’s face it – the once-popular drive-ins have been disappearing over the years but some remain. Gotta love the nostalgic feel of sitting in your car to watch a flick on the big screen! 

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