Churn

Phoenix, AZ · Ice cream shop

Rating
4.7/5
★★★★★ 4.7
Reviews
20
Rank in Phoenix
#209
of 3145 restaurants
City Percentile
80%
rating percentile
Address
Churn, 5223 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Phone
(602) 279-8024
Website
churnaz.com
Status
Closed · Opens 9 AM

Churn is a restaurant located in Phoenix, AZ. It is one of 3,145 restaurants listed in Phoenix. Its 4.7-star rating is above the Phoenix city average of 4.2 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Churn

A nostalgic shop serving up artisan ice cream and fresh baked treats (no phony ingredients allowed!). Churn is stacked ceiling-high with retro toys and candy from the good ol’ days – a visit is sure to have your sweet tooth smiling.

Hours

Saturday9 AM–11 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Pegah Kh · Jul 2025

The place was incredibly cozy, and I really enjoyed its warm and inviting vibe. The latte was smooth, creamy, and delicious. I decided to mix it with some ice cream, and it turned out surprisingly good—a sweet, rich combination that made the visit even more enjoyable.

★★★★★ 5.0 Christina Aldrin (TzadaiYah) · Jul 2025

Churn is such a vibe, the servers at this spot are so sweet 😉 Popular flavors include the bold Vietnamese coffee, creamy peanut butter, nostalgic s’mores, and the sweet, summery strawberry shortcake. Kids (and kids at heart) will love browsing the classic toys and novelties inside. There’s patio seating perfect for relaxing with your cone, and it’s conveniently located right next door to the Windsor cocktail bar—making it an ideal stop before or after drinks. A fun, laid-back treat destination worth the visit!

★★★★☆ 4.0 Rahmun Charles · Jun 2025

Churn Ice Cream is a fun little spot in Phoenix. I love the vibe of this small shop. It’s got that old-school ice cream parlor feel that’s both nostalgic and unique. On top of the delicious ice cream, they have a bunch of cool items for sale like retro toys and vintage candies that really add to the charm of the place. I tried the peanut butter flavor during my visit and it was excellent, rich, creamy, and full of flavor. You can really taste the quality in their ice cream, and there are so many great flavors I still want to go back and try. The only small downside was the energy from the staff. It was midday on a Friday and there was just one person working who didn’t seem all that enthusiastic. It wasn’t a big deal, but it stood out a little given how fun and inviting the space itself

★★★★★ 5.0 XTopher Travels · Apr 2025

I swung by Churn one night in desperate need of a pick-me-up—and let’s just say, it delivered big time. From the moment I walked in, I felt like I’d stepped into a modern-day twist on an old-fashioned soda fountain, minus the paper hats (but with way better lighting and air conditioning). The menu is a dream for indecisive dessert lovers: you can choose from their wildly tempting signature concoctions or go rogue and build your own ice cream masterpiece. Either way, there are no wrong choices—just cold, creamy joy in every bite. When the weather’s nice (read: anything under 100 degrees in Phoenix), the patio out back is the perfect spot to sit, savor, and pretend you’re in a rom-com montage. Whether you’re nursing a rough day or just chasing a sweet tooth, Churn is the kind of place that

★★★★★ 5.0 Vanessa Horie · Nov 2024

Oh my! I can see why this place is so popular! This is a cute little ice cream shop — and there was a line out the door after we arrived. We got there right on time last Friday night! The gal helping us recommended we try the caramel cashew flavor after my partner asked to sample the maple walnut. Both were super tasty and creamy although I preferred the caramel cashew! My daughter loved her strawberry ice cream as well. Great little spot for some ice cream after dinner out! Definitely try this place if you’re in the area.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom

Services

Ice cream shopBakeryCoffee shop

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