Great Shakes

It's just a great place for milkshakes and other drinks. We have been stopping off for many years, and they really have some great flavors it's a small place, but it's nicely decorated with vibrant colors.

(Also posted on their Yelp page) Coming back to visit Great Shakes is a throwback for me. I'm glad to see they are still here and same great shakes. There is a free parking lot in the back but also some free street spots. I got the small size date shack, but the pecan one tasted better. It's definitely shareable. They have spoons and napkins in the back. There is also a water dispenser. The shakes are great during a hot afternoon.

I came here for the famous date shakes in Palm Springs. The cashier was very nice and friendly. I get the restaurant specializes on shakes but I think they might be over doing it. My date banana shake was way too sweet. The breading that comes with it was too much for me to eat after drinking half of my shake I had to throw it away. Well out together I just wouldn’t put the extra bread it’s too much. The fresh fruit was a plus. The inside is clean and a nice place to relax.

These are stellar date shakes! They are wildly delicious and perfectly thick: a true delight. And that is just one delicacy on a menu full of incredible shakes. Really nice staff, too. A lot to admire here.

Most delicious shakes ever. The consistency was PERFECT for sipping through the straw AND eating with a spoon! I got the Oreo cookie with caramel swirl (on the left). Mini donut was the cherry on top! Sit by the window and do some people watching!

Great Shakes is the perfect stop on any day in downtown Palm Springs. The Banana Caramel Graham shake was delicious!! Customer service was way above expected. Friendly courteous and patient. We're making this a definite stop on every visit!

Nice place, lots of unique shake flavors, not crazy sweet (i was expecting worse given the flavor combos), they use actual banana and not that fake banana flavor ice cream. Tried the banana caramel Graham one. Pricey tho, $12 for a shake...

Lactose free Date shake was delicious. Thick, not too sweet, perfect treat. Will be coming back!

It's just a great place for milkshakes and other drinks. We have been stopping off for many years, and they really have some great flavors it's a small place, but it's nicely decorated with vibrant colors.

(Also posted on their Yelp page) Coming back to visit Great Shakes is a throwback for me. I'm glad to see they are still here and same great shakes. There is a free parking lot in the back but also some free street spots. I got the small size date shack, but the pecan one tasted better. It's definitely shareable. They have spoons and napkins in the back. There is also a water dispenser. The shakes are great during a hot afternoon.

I came here for the famous date shakes in Palm Springs. The cashier was very nice and friendly. I get the restaurant specializes on shakes but I think they might be over doing it. My date banana shake was way too sweet. The breading that comes with it was too much for me to eat after drinking half of my shake I had to throw it away. Well out together I just wouldn’t put the extra bread it’s too much. The fresh fruit was a plus. The inside is clean and a nice place to relax.

These are stellar date shakes! They are wildly delicious and perfectly thick: a true delight. And that is just one delicacy on a menu full of incredible shakes. Really nice staff, too. A lot to admire here.

Most delicious shakes ever. The consistency was PERFECT for sipping through the straw AND eating with a spoon! I got the Oreo cookie with caramel swirl (on the left). Mini donut was the cherry on top! Sit by the window and do some people watching!

Great Shakes is the perfect stop on any day in downtown Palm Springs. The Banana Caramel Graham shake was delicious!! Customer service was way above expected. Friendly courteous and patient. We're making this a definite stop on every visit!

Nice place, lots of unique shake flavors, not crazy sweet (i was expecting worse given the flavor combos), they use actual banana and not that fake banana flavor ice cream. Tried the banana caramel Graham one. Pricey tho, $12 for a shake...

Lactose free Date shake was delicious. Thick, not too sweet, perfect treat. Will be coming back!

So YUM! On a hot day -- which frankly is every day down here :) -- these are just the thing!! I love that they do one thing, and they do it WELL!!!! My date (and strawberry) shake was out-of-this-world amazing, and I loved the fresh toppings and mini donut. Did I mention: YUM!! The service was very prompt and helpful (so many yummy choices!!) and I appreciate that they make each shake fresh and to order. We ordered our shakes to go, but chose to stay there and enjoy them. The music was fun (50's and 60's hits) and everything was very clean. There was also a little water station for customers. I will definitely be making this a "regular stop" on future trips here!

A nice treat in the desert heat. The staff is friendly and welcoming. Very easy to find and get to, on the main road in Palm Springs. You walk in and it is sensory overload. There are neon signs, paintings, pictures, news stories, menus, and things for sale all over the place. They have plenty of options, first off for the shake flavor choices, but if shakes are not your jam, they have other dessert options as well. Something for everyone. they also sell non food items, like little toys and souvenirs. Don't forget to use your Yelp check in offer, like I did. I guess it is a reason to go back. I tried the Peanut butter shake and it was pretty good. Great taste and I see why they have such rave reviews and awards. The ice cream is delicious and high quality. The little donuts attached to the straw is a fun little gimmick. The donut is ok, but not the reason to get the shake. The shake is expensive, but it is very good.

"Great" shakes is understatement!!!! I had the BEST chocolate peanut butter cup shake here! If I lived in Palm Springs, I would have this shake every stinking day! I would happily accept diabetes and have no regrets on my death bed! Look at it, they swore peanut butter in the cup! And they toss in little chunks of chocolate, or something, and it gives it a little crunch and it's just the most amazing shake in the world!

After a disappointing dinner, we decided to grab a shake for dessert. There were a lot of flavors to choose from but we ended up choosing Oreo with caramel swirl. I was a little shocked to see the prices. We chose the 9oz which was pretty small but it was $8.75. It's pretty pricey for the amount you get. While it did taste good, they just slapped the caramel to the sides for decoration so you don't really get any caramel with each spoonful. I feel like you can get a similar Oreo shake at Micky D's for half the price so it wasn't anything mind-blowing. With that being said, they do seem to have more interesting flavors so it might be worth trying out.

Went back here two years later to try the famous date shake again. We heard you can get it with peanut butter so we thought this would spice it up a bit since it's bland. The peanut butter only surrounded the edge of the cup right in the middle, so didn't add any peanut butter flavor really. You had to scoop it with a spoon to get the taste of it. The shake is good enough but not great and not worth the cost. Just tastes like a vanilla shake. The dates aren't so prominent and get stuck in your throat and teeth. Would be a lot better w date chunks rather than it being so blended.

Wonderful atmosphere and great food!!! Service was wonderful and got our shakes out quickly.

Stopped here while walking the strip. Average place. Service was ok. Restaurant was clean. Nothing really special about the ice cream. It's regular soft serve. I think we were expecting better quality ice cream. We won't be back. Definitely over priced for what it is.

This place is a local gem !! My friend says this is the spot she takes everyone who visits her in Palm Springs. The two separate times I've been, I ordered a Peanut Butter Brownie and a Brownie Almond Crunch, and these flavors deserve all the love. Some other recommendations I got from the cashier were the Oreo creations and the Key Lime Pie. My orders were prepared quickly and I was excited to see my shakes were topped with the famous mini donut (it tasted like pancake batter with a sugar glaze -- perfect for those with a sweet tooth, although I could go without it). Since both of my shakes had brownie, they created wonderful texture with each sip. The milkshake itself was super indulgent in all the best ways! It wasn't "too" sweet compared to classic milkshakes at In-n-Out or McDonalds. It was soft enough to sip through a straw but firm enough to scoop. The 1950s decor really completed the experience and made for a wonderful photo-op. I will be back :)

Coming back to visit Great Shakes is a throwback for me. I'm glad to see they are still here and same great shakes. There is a free parking lot in the back but also some free street spots. I got the small size date shack, but the pecan one tasted better. It's definitely shareable. They have spoons and napkins in the back. There is also a water dispenser. The shakes are great during a hot afternoon.

Wanted to mix up my usual salted caramel so I asked for a recommendation and was not disappointed. Banana/caramel/Graham crackers ~ really their caramel is elite and that's where you don't go wrong.

Am back after 10 years and Great Shakes is still here and still delicious! The girl recommended the Date with Peanut Butter Swirl and it was delicious!!

Place was super nice inside. It had a chill, throwback vibe. We got the walnut date shake, I like how it comes with a small donut. Would come here again!

So before my excursion to Palm Springs, I was not familiar with the Southern California delicacy known as the Date Shake. Apparently, the dry and warm climate is ideal for the cultivation of date palms so alongside Highway 111, many places offer this cold, sweet, ice cream concoction. Great Shakes on Palm Canyon Drive, is a fun retro cafe, with countless gourmet shakes, and various flavors of the Date Shake. The straw is adorned with a baked mini-donut. I ordered a Peanut Butter Date Shake with whipped cream and my companion had a Chocolate Date Shake. It was cold, and creamy and I could taste the bits of blended date along with the rich ice cream. This was a fun treat, and the retro atmosphere, and the friendly staff, makes this a fun and worthwhile indulgence.

We got the date shake and the banana/carmel shake. Date shake was okay. The banana/carmel is amazing will definitely go there again to buy that shake. The price is high for shakes

The name is true. They serve great shakes haha. The service was friendly and informative. I love how the location is right on the main street with all the local shopping and other goodies nearby. Here's what you need to know. Plenty of options, even date shakes with various sweetness levels. Free parking lot across the street behind a building of a stretch of businesses. There's a lot of cool, timeless art, and classic candy at the front counter. Don't rush. Take a look around and soak it all in. It's very nostalgic. No bathroom. Complimentary ice water toward the pick up area.

Great looking hidden spot for a hot afternoon or a post dinner dessert cravings! If they can come up with some sugar free options or shakes made with natural sweeteners,that would be so awesome!

My friends and I were visiting Downtown Palm Springs for the first time and one of them recommended Great Shakes! This place was super cute & retro. I love the vibe and it's very picturesque!! The girl at the counter was nice to me but she began to grow impatient after helping some of my friends. I honestly understand having to service a big group but there was no one else there and we were being kind. Maybe just a long day? However, the guy in the back making all the shakes was super chill & he got them out fast! The shakes themselves were so good!! I didn't realize they'd all come with a little donut which was so cute. I loved it & I'd definitely come back again just for that shake.

They have so many great milkshake options here it's hard to pick just one. We went ahead with the banana fudge malt and Oreo mint fudge. The first one had fresh bananas and the perfect amount of malt. The second one cane complete with a mint Oreo. Both were topped with a delicious donut. We stop in here every time we are in town.

Best shakes in Palm Springs! Staff is super friendly and helpful with the huge menu. I ordered the date walnut shake in the smallest size and it was perfect!

The greatest Shakes out there! So many different ones to choose from! Place gets really busy at times. The date shake was incredible. I didn't want it to end. Can't wait to try other shakes here.

A great way to get moving and shaking... Is by treating yourself at this sweet meets savory sensation! Great Shakes of Palm Springs is located in the Downtown area of PS on Palm Canyon Drive between the lights at Arenas Rd and La Plaza. They not only make great shakes, but fruit seltzers, floats and candy! Ordering is super easy and the service breezy. Everyone was extremely helpful with any questions we had. Literally living that service with a smile life to the fullest! The inviting lighting, layout and Great Shakes crew was more than enough for me to come back... But then my shake sealed the deal... Dole Whip!! Dole Whip pineapple soft serve is completely lactose and dairy free, and honestly incredible! I do wish they had another flavor or two in this style, but grateful for what I can get and more than enjoy... Even more so when you add Chamoy (as well as tajin)... a great blend of s&s. Via my friends the Oreo Cookie Caramel Swirl and Strawberry Butterscotch are also flavors/shakes to remember (classic dairy). Like most foodie related businesses in the area you can enjoy your GS treats inside or out, though I will say that tables inside are limited and go fast. Grab straws, spoons and even a cup of water on a warm day or any time you need it toward the back half of G. Shakes where you can also grab your complete shakes. We mostly walked around the area, but like all of Palm Springs parking is free and wherever you can grab it (La Plaza plaza parking, street or structure). Get over to Great Shakes and make your day extra great!!

Found this place on yelp because of great reviews. We got Date Walnut Shake and Date Banana Shake. She adds piece of donut to the straw, nice touch. The shake was good, and you can feel the pieces of walnut and dates. It a bit too sweet, perhaps I am used to sugar free stuff too much Overall, I might try some other places before coming back

So many to choose from. I ordered the Oreo with caramel swirl. Highly recommend! Seating is very limited

A must try for any sweet tooth when in Palm Springs. Definitely a place I refuse leave Palm Springs without visiting! Tried this place for the first time a few years ago and have been in love ever since. My go to's are the Blueberry Hill and Cinnaban! Today, I tried something new which possibly will be added to my rotation-pistachio. The shakes are all great (shop name isn't lying!) and I love that they all come topped with a donut. Also, if ever able, I like to request donuts to take home. The donuts have a light glaze on them and are not too sweet with a soft texture--which I like to ruin by keeping them at the bottom of the shake. The shop is always clean, organized, and with ~ sweet ~ staff who always makes you feel like you're at home.

I ordered a salted caramel shake and it was wayyyy too sweet and didn't taste like anything - not vanilla, not caramel, nor salty. I had to ask for more salt on the side for me to add so that I get a better salty and sweet balance. This helped a lot but I still didn't want to finish the whole thing. My partner ordered the peanut butter brownie and that was better balanced, but it still didn't stand out. The ice cream didn't taste premium, the flavors are meh, and the donut they give you (although very cute) also doesn't add much in terms of flavor. Can't say I understand the hype.

My friend and I stopped in on Monday 4/29/24 around 2:00pm. This place has the best shakes! I definitely recommend. It has such a cute seating area as well as great service from the staff members. They also sell all sorts of candy!

Delicious shakes with so many flavors to choose from. I loved the date walnut shake that I ordered. It had a nice consistency and had little bits of dates and walnuts throughout. The Oreo and caramel shake was also yummy! I really like the unique presentation as well since they include a mini donut on the side. I would love to try other flavors next time such as their peanut butter banana shake.

Lots of flavors and combinations, the line does get long, out the door but it goes fairly quickly. A few seats and stools by the window but limited seating inside and out. Wish there was a sugar free option.

I always make a stop at Great Shakes while in Palm Springs. The interior is so fun and colorful, and all of the candy at the counter is almost impossible to resist buying. This time, we picked up some Pez dispensers along with our date shakes. I have only tried variations of the date shakes (walnut, banana) but their other shake options sound great, too (I'm looking at you, pistachio)! Banana and date is amazing and it's great you can order them lactose free. I hope this place stays around forever!

I had a delicious date shake and my boyfriend had a yummy Blueberry Hill shake. The inside is quite an experience. My shake was very thick and closer to ice cream than a shake, but still wonderful. I'd go again and maybe try another of the many flavours.

This was the best milkshake!!! Mixed to perfection. I normally cannot finish a milkshake in one sitting, but this milkshake was amazing. I was left wanting more of my peanut butter chocolate shake. This is a must try when in Palm Springs.

This place is quirky and cute, it resembles a little old fashioned ice cream parlor. We stopped by here while browsing the downtown Palm Springs area for a date shake, as many others do. There are several spots to get a date shake on this street, but this is the most beloved according to Yelp. They have SO many options for shakes, even if you don't like dates. They also have a yelp check in offer. The line was a bit long, but it moved swiftly. I got a date shake with walnuts, 16oz and decided to share it with my husband. It comes with homemade whipped cream which I decided to not get. It was the perfect size to share. They fashioned it with a mini donut on top of the straw adding the perfect touch. Taste wise, it was wonderful. Totally recommend! Def come here if you are looking for a shake in the area!

Love this place. I've been coming here since high school! It is thee SPOT to visit when you're in PS. All the shakes are so good! If you're lactose intolerant, you can order the lactose free base. It tastes just as good. The inside gives such a 90s diner feel, with the addition of music classics! Customer service is always welcoming. 10/10 in my book. Thank you Great Shakes family!

Doesn't matter if your too full, there's always room for dessert. This is always one of those places when you visit Palm Springs that is a stop, no questions asked. There's endless flavors of shakes you can get and it just makes it better that they have lactose free as an option. It's the cutest little place on the inside, gives retro 50's/60's vibes. They typically get you in and out pretty quickly even when they get busy. I will always be a Great Shakes girly!

I hope Great Shakes stays in Palm Springs forever. Great Shakes is the one place I think about when I think of downtown Palm Springs. It is a must for me when in the area. Great quality, suuuuper delicious, friendly service. I almost always try something new and they're so good each time. I got the pistachio this time and *chef's kiss*. They have a huge selection and if you check in on Yelp, you get a free upgrade. We got street parking (we went at night) and sat outside. It was great. The shop itself is kinda small with only a few tables and chairs. Love the pictures of the Rat Pack and Lucy on the walls. Very fun! Will always be back.

Great Shakes! What a fitting name for such a place. Great Shakes has a very nice, vintage-like, decor and friendly staff. They have a huge selection of different flavors as well as how they recommend to enjoy them. I've been here three times so far but the most recent visit was a toss-up. Great Shakes shakes are made with ice cream, none of that watered down nonsense! These are THICK shakes full of flavor. Better come here on your cheat day. I have not had a bad tasting shake from here yet and I hope it stays that way. The first two times I went here, the shakes were served with plastic straws similar to boba straws. Unfortunately, my most recent visit we were given paper straws (see picture). This really ruined the experience for us as the person I went with had not been there yet and I REALLY hyped up this place. When we attempted to use the straws, the straws just deformed and left the shakes with a paper-like taste. This kept persisting and did not go away. We ended up just throwing away the straws and eating whatever was left of the shake with a spoon. Wow, we could actually taste the shake now, not just paper! Great Shakes, please go back to using plastic straws. I can guarantee you that people with spend a couple more cents for an actually shake drinking experience and not have their flavors be sullied with cheap paper. Make Great Shakes great again.

Awesome place. We tried the famous date shake and chocolate fudge shake. It was fantastic. Not overly sweet, perfect combination. Service was excellent as well. Cute ambiance.

You have to try the blueberry date shake. Plenty of pieces of blueberry...... Wife and I enjoyed the late night treat, but didn't eat the pastry on the straw.

*DATE SHAKES ARE ADDICTING* In the Palm Springs Desert area - why not stop for a date shake!! My date shake flavor of choice - Coffee of Course! This was my first time here and the line was out the door but moved quickly. Customer service was great - and the shake was pretty good :D The ice cream shop is really cute, and has a retro feel for sure! This was pit stop on our way home from AZ. If in the area you should totally stop by! It's the perfect pick up to enjoy on a commute or hot day. *Tip: check in on Yelp for a free size upgrade

Love love love the shakes here! I go all the time and I've tried so many different shakes and loved them all! I love that they also sell candies that you can't find anywhere else in there! Cute little shop in downtown Palm Springs! They're always quick even when they have a long line!

The date walnut shake is awesome! Had to try it since visiting as a tourist. There's a regular date shake too, but this one has more texture and less sweetness. Love the tasty moist cake topping and a wide straw for easy sipping. Definitely check this place out, eps if visiting on Thu's when the city's VillageFest keeps shops and vendors open til 10pm.

This place had an insane number of reviews and awards so if I was going to try a shake from any place in Palm Springs, it was no doubt going to be from here. Both shakes I ordered came with a mini sponge cake on the straw. The Date Walnut Shake which tasted like a basic vanilla shake with chunks of walnut mixed in. I think the dates were used primarily for the sweetness and because it wasn't the star of the show. I also tried the Oreo Cookie with Caramel Swirl, another popular flavor, which tasted exactly how it sounds like: a cookies and cream shake with caramel syrup drizzled on the side. The shakes weren't anything special but I'm glad I tried them out. If you're visiting, make sure to check in on Yelp for a free size upgrade!

Had a delightful visit to Great Shakes after a nice dinner. The anticipation built with a long line, promising great shakes. Opted for the date shake and peanut butter date shake--both impressive. While not the absolute best in the valley, they were tasty. The 50's themed decor adds charm to the cute store. At $11 each for 12 oz shakes, it's a bit pricey, but the overall experience deserves a solid four stars.

My friends were getting married in Palm Desert, so I turned the weekend into a little vacation and also spent a night in Palm Springs. The bride and groom gave rave reviews about Great Shakes, and being an ice cream aficionado, I made going there a priority. None of the shakes on the menu mentioned coconut, so I asked the staff if they had a coconut shake, and they recommended the Almond Joy: coconut ice cream, crushed almonds, coconut shavings, and fudge around the edge of the cup. It was a bit expensive for a milkshake -- John Travolta's character in Pulp Fiction might have had his head explode -- but I was on vacation and wanted to enjoy myself, so I splurged and got the largest size. I at least had the willpower to decline the whipped cream. Props to Great Shakes for providing a paper straw that didn't fall apart in the first minute! In fact, it lasted quite a while. If I were back in the area, I'd return to Great Shakes and try another shake flavor, though I'd recommend sharing a large one with someone to enjoy the taste without going overboard on my vice -- sugar. Don't forget to check in on Yelp in order to get a free size upgrade!

This place is absolutely amazing!!!!! Had a date shakes and my oh my, amazing!!! My wife got the peanut butter banana and daughter got banana fudge malt. All of these shakes were stellar! Service was so friendly and helpful. They even bring the shakes out to you! A+++

This spot was suggested to me by a relative and I read an article about their shakes. I came in and the atmosphere was quite dark but the people behind the counter were nice. I ordered a medium shake and upon first sip realized that it was too much. It was cloyingly sweet and didn't have any date flavor. Worse, they topped it with a cookie/mini donut and put the straw through. So my first slurp of this shake had pieces of soggy cookie - yech!!! I really wanted to like it more. I will be going to the spot across the street to see if they have something better. Note ... I went and it was much better. See my review.

Stopped in for after dinner treat. The workers were so friendly and helpful. Greeted us right away and offer assistance when needed. The shop has a retro design that was very cute. The shakes came with a small doughnut and it was delicious. My apple pie shake had bits of cinnamon apple and pie crust mixed in. It definitely satisfied my sweet tooth but didn't leave me feeling like I over did it. I order the 16oz. My husband also really enjoyed his Oreo shake. Said it was very rich and yummy. Would definitely come back next time I am in the area.

I was feeling the heat in Palm Springs, so I came here to cool off with my friends. I saw they had a pistachio shake and a walnut shake, so I asked if they could create a pistachio date shake for me, and they were happy to. It was so good! It was sweeter than regular vanilla ice cream but still great! I'll definitely dream about this shake when I leave Palm Springs. The shake shop had a cute vibe with checkered floors and 1920s photos.

I heard that you have to have a date shake while in Palm Springs, and Great Shakes was our first stop after leaving the airport. Their date shake was superb! I ordered a lactose-free date walnut shake, which was honestly one of the best milkshakes I've ever had. The dates were nice and sweet, and the small bits of walnuts complemented the shake perfectly. The shake was topped with whipped cream (not sure if that was lactose-free) and was accompanied with a small cupcake that was pierced through with a straw. We actually tried another date shake at another place the next day, but it was not nearly as good as Great Shakes. (The fresh dates used by Great Shakes taste a lot better than the date crystals used by the other place).