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Cookie Spin
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Cookie Spin
7.7
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Cookie Spin in North Center focuses on deep-dish cookies, sundaes, and ice cream built for serious dessert cravings. Guests customize loaded cookie sundaes or grab boxes of warm cookies for birthdays, late-night sweets, and catered events.
Must-Try Dishes:
Deep-dish chocolate chip cookie, Warm cookie sundae, Birthday cake cookie
Scores:
Value: 7.9
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 6.1
Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Dessert-focused shop built around oversized deep-dish cookies and sundaes.
Who should go: Groups wanting over-the-top cookies and shareable sundaes.
When to visit: Evenings after dinner when dessert cravings really hit.
What to order: Deep-dish cookie, warm cookie sundae, birthday cake cookie.
Insider tip: Order a mix of flavors and ask them to underbake slightly for extra gooey centers.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking in the surrounding neighborhood; typically easier on side streets but can be tight during peak evening hours.
Dress code: Casual — come as you are (jeans, sneakers, and comfy clothes are common).
Noise level: Moderate — lively but you can still hold a casual conversation.
Weekend wait: 10–25 minutes during peak dessert hours, especially after 7pm.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — most desserts are vegetarian-friendly.
Vegan options: Limited — availability varies by flavor and toppings.
Gluten-free options: Limited — some options or modifications may be available, but cross-contact is likely.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes — it’s a fun, low-pressure dessert stop where sharing sundaes or cookies keeps things relaxed rather than formal.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — it’s counter-service with first-come seating. Expect brief waits during busy evenings.
Is it kid-friendly? Very — families and kids are common, and the menu is built around sweet treats that appeal to younger diners.
Best For
Better for: Over-the-top, customizable cookie sundaes and warm deep-dish cookies ideal for celebrations and late-night cravings.
Skip if: You’re looking for light, health-focused desserts or a formal sit-down restaurant experience.
Cookie Spin
8.3
Vibes:
Sweet Treats Escapes
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Cookie Spin in North Center bakes deep-dish cookies to order, then tops them with scoops of ice cream and sauces. It functions as a dessert bar where groups split pans, shakes, and sundaes late into the evening.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cookie Inception deep-dish cookie, Deep-dish cookie sundae, Bake Shake
Scores:
Value: 7.7
Service: 7.2
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 6.1
Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Chicago-style deep-dish cookies baked to order with ice cream.
Who should go: Dessert-obsessed groups who treat cookies like a main course.
When to visit: Evenings and weekends after dinner when dessert cravings hit.
What to order: Cookie Inception deep-dish, cookie sundae, Bake Shake.
Insider tip: Order ahead online; pans take time to bake properly.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Mostly street parking in the surrounding residential blocks; expect competition during evenings and weekends.
Dress code: Casual — come as you are, from jeans to sweats.
Noise level: Moderate — lively but you can usually hold a conversation.
Weekend wait: 15–30 minutes during peak dessert rush, longer for larger groups.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — plenty of cookie and ice cream combinations without meat.
Vegan options: Limited — options may rotate, so check availability.
Gluten-free options: Limited — not all cookies or toppings are gluten-free, and cross-contact is possible.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes — it’s playful and low-pressure, especially if you’re splitting a cookie skillet or sundae.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — it’s counter-service and first-come, first-served, though seating can fill at peak times.
Is it kid-friendly? Very — families are common, and the menu is built for sharing. Best for ages 4+ who can handle the sugar rush and later evening crowds.
Best For
Better for: Over-the-top, shareable cookie-and-ice-cream creations that feel more like a full dessert event than a quick scoop stop.
Skip if: You want a simple, lighter dessert, need extensive vegan or gluten-free choices, or prefer a quieter café environment.