Great Shakes

What a great place! The service is friendly, the shakes are awesome and the mini donut on the straw is a great addition. I highly recommend the date shake, it’s one of the best that i’ve had and i’ve enjoyed many from the surrounding Coachella valley. The ingredients appear to be of good quality and everything was about the place is great! Well, almost…
1) Parking can be difficult. You’re in the middle of very walkable and touristy Palm Springs. It’s a beautiful location but driving there and finding parking close by can be a challenge.
2) The lavender white chocolate (or similar) menu offering tasted a little too artificial (if that makes any sense.) My wife still enjoyed her shake but it was a little overwhelming for my taste.
3) Prices are expensive. I guess thats the tradeoff for quality.
I will happily save my pennies and be back, the date shake was THAT good.
(Yes, they accepted the Unilocal upsize offer for checkin in)

Amazing little hole in the wall. I actually Unilocaled this place randomly before a golf trip to palm springs.
Signature smores milkshake. wow. All the flavors u expect, even the crunchy graham cracker. The little donut on the straw is a unique idea and is delicious.
U can even study on your candy history while u wait for your drink. Check in for free size upg!

My cousins and I were on our way back to LA from Joshua Tree and stopped by in Palm Springs for the shakes. I’m so glad we made this pit stop! Hands down the best shake I’ve ever had. I shared a medium White Chocolate Lavender shake with my cousin and it was perfect. The shake wasn’t overpowered by white chocolate or lavender. It also came with a cute mini plain doughnut! It was worth the price. In addition, the service was great. My cousin had ordered the blueberry lemon lavender shake and didn’t really like it so they let her change her order. The venue has a retro 80’s look with bright walls and the checkered flooring. It’s a great place to hang out, to shop or to just socialize. I would definitely come back just for the shakes!

Great place to stop for dessert if you’re passing by Palm Springs! There are so many unique types of milkshakes and a small selection of basic malts. The store itself has a pretty nice layout and retro feel — perfect place to catch up with friends!
I got the White Chocolate Lavendar shake and it was AMAZING!!! It was a good balance of Ghiradelli white chocolate and lavendar, and I loved that there was more than just a hint of the lavendar. If you don’t like the flowery taste in your drinks, then I’d advise against this, because it can be a little overpowering. The drinks are presented in such a cute way too! They are all topped with whipped cream + sprinkles, syrups, cookies, or fruit, etc. There is a small donut around your straw as well — it’s light and fluffy, and not too sweet, so it goes perfectly with your drink! Even though the small size looks… well small… it’s really thick/​rich/​creamy/​sweet, which makes it kind of hard to finish before it’s all melted. So unless you have a huge appetite or are sharing with someone, I’d recommend a small! I upgraded to a medium and shared with my cousin. Others I went with couldn’t even finish a small by themselves.
The staff is super friendly and accommodating, there is a water dispenser in the back of the store (in case your drink is too sweet for you), and the walls are filled with various pieces of artwork/​posters (perfect to take pictures of/​with if you’re into that kind of thing). I’ll definitely be back!
**Don’t forget to check in on Unilocal!You can get a free small to medium or medium to large upgrade!!!**

My mrs and I usually share but she knows I love ice cream so we decided to get our own. I got the Oreo Mint which was pretty delicious. With this great Unilocal deal, I upgraded to a medium and it was too much for me to handle.
The donut they give, while a cute addition is just overkill for my taste.
Tip, if you’re not sharing, get a small and don’t get the blueberry hill.

Where on earth can you get a white chocolate and lavender milkshake? Right here in Palm Springs!
This is my only milkshake «go to» place, mostly because I am a very fussy date shake person, and their banana date shake is THE best milkshake I have ever had. The service has always been fast and friendly and leaves me feeling like they are glad I came in. That says a lot for a business that is always busy, as Great Shakes is.
I do wish they would go to paper milkshake cups and straws however. I don’t go in as much as I want to because I always feel guilty buying anything in a single use plastic cup, given that the ocean has more plastic than fish. How can I justify my love of milkshakes knowing our great great great great great great grandchildren will judge harshly my love of milkshakes?
«The world is flooded with plastic garbage.
There will be more plastic than fish in terms of weight in the world’s oceans by 2050, the World Economic Forum warned Tuesday.»

I thought I found the best chocolate malt venue when I was at Devil Dawgs in Chicago. Well I do have to say I was much more excited and happy to see that Great Shakes is close by in Palm Springs… sure I still have to drive quite a ways down the 10 freeway in windy and hot weather conditions. Except getting the chance to indulge in the best chocolate malt I have ever had is well worth the travel.
I enjoyed a large chocolate malt with the gf and wow were we impressed. Malt texture and consistency are perfect! The malt comes with a large/​boba drink size straw which allows you to enjoy a higher volume of the drinks flavors. Theres also a small donut that surrounds the outside of the straw which is a nice touch.
This place is a must try. I’m in love.

If you’re ever in Palm Springs, this is a must stop! Their milk shakes are the best and their flavors are amazing! I got their blueberry hill and the smores. You get a free upgrade with your Unilocal check in, but the guy upgraded both my milk shakes!
The milk shakes come with a little pink donut and it’s literally the cutest thing I’ve ever see. The donut was soft and moist and not too sweet. The blueberry hill has fresh blueberries, lemon and lavender in it. It has a tartness to it, but if you don’t want something too sweet then get this! If you’re a chocolate lover, then the smores is perfect for you! With bits of graham crackers, chocolate drizzle and toasted marshmallow on top, it’s heaven on earth.
Seriously day dreaming about these as I write this review…

GREAT SHAKES HAS GREAT SHAKES!!!
I believe it was by luck that I found this shop. I wasn’t even using Unilocal to find this spot! I had just left the shop next door and my coworker told me he was going to grab a shake. I thought to myself, «It is pretty warm outside. A cold beverage would hit the spot!» And there I was, standing in the shop, looking to choose a tastey shake!
As I entered, to my left was a giant chalk board. At the same moment, I was happily greeted by friendly gentleman. the shop is colorful and oldies music plays overhead. This chalkboard was actually the items they have to offer. Once I was finished, the gentleman, was ready to take my order. He could tell I took a bit for me to order but Almond-​Brownie Crunch was said to be a great selection. Come to find out, the gentleman I was actually speaking to was THE man, Doug, owner of the shop! He is very pleasant and supports the military!
Like I said, I ordered Almond-​Brownie Crunch. It was number one on the menu and my first shake! It was nice and thick. Quite filling too! It had a straw accompanying it if I did not want to use my spoon. Accompanying your shake, a mini donut is threaded through the straw for you to eat on the side! If you want even more sweets, there is a bountiful amount of candy displayed on the counter for you to pick from (you may have to pay).
My short time here was well spent! I was able to eat at one of the best ice cream shops in America! (Buzz Feed approved!) Thank you for a good time Doug and I will be sure to come back and ask for that discount… before you cash me out that is!
fin.

Yummy mini donut… Tastes like a Shortbread Donut except for that it’s soft & not flaky. It & the whipped cream are made at the store… Maybe other things too, but I’m not sure. (Once I find out, I’ll note it here)
First time I went, I had the Peanut Butter Chocolate shake… YUM! The next time I went I got the Blueberry Hill Shake with fresh blueberries, lemon, & lavender… Wow! I think this’ll have to be my go-​to shake! Yum yum yum yum yum!!! So refreshing!
Service is great. They’re very nice, helpful, & personable! The staff remembers your name & if you’re engaged in conversation or they’re not that busy, they’ll bring your shake to you…
I love the colors in there. Bright pink, baby blue… ahhhh Happy Happy colors!
There are 3 small tables for two inside & about 5 or 6 bar stools looking out onto the strip. Great for people watching or enjoying the mountains & sunset!
TLDR: Go! Get an awesome shake made with fresh fruit & homemade donut, whipped cream & other stuff… sip & relax! :-) Also, Check-​in on Unilocal for a Special Deal…

Had dinner at Matchbox and walked across the street to Great Shakes for dessert. The small little parlor was packed and everyone was enjoying their milkshakes.
What we ordered:
Oreo Caramel Swirl — No idea how they keep the oreo cookies crispy inside the shake. It was delicious and the caramel was thick and sweet.
Strawberry Butterscotch — YUM! There are small cake pieces in it.
Best part about the shakes: They give you a mini donut on your straw. How yum & fun!
Don’t forget to redeem your Unilocal check in deal for a size upgrade.

This place has a very retro malt shop feel to it, sorta ‘50s, but still modern somehow. Fun place to stop by after a meal nearby.
Each shake comes with a mini donut on the straw. The donut itself doesn’t taste like any of those regular-​sized donuts you normally encounter. It might even be better (or less worse) for you. Either way, it’s a great finishing touch for the shake.
What makes this place different? They have a lactose-​free option for any of their selections. They insist that they’re still delicious despite the lactose-​free options tasting differently, and they’re right. Still delicious. And like any of their flavors, they inform us on what combinations go well together.
The moment there is a change to the menu, they are prompt and rewrite it on their giant chalkboard immediately.
Gets crowded in there pretty quickly, so they have a bit of seating outside. I’m guessing it’s usually warmer than when I went there because nobody really wanted to relax outside the cold weather.
This place definitely generates excitement for my girlfriend when she’s back in this area.

Shakes, Shakes, and… Shakes!
The best shake I ever had was in San Francisco about 4 months ago. I think the single most important part of a shake is the ice cream itself. This shop does use ice cream and they can make just about any combination you want.
~Lavender, honey, Lemon –3.0 Stars!
Fruity and a tad to tart for me. It was AOK but I would not order this again
~Smores-​4 Stars
Chocolate with toasted marshmallows. They do a good job at dressing up a chocolate shake. My favorite part was the marshmallow.
~Cookies and Cream-​4 Stars!
This one tastes very similar to the S’mores but for the marshmallow.
The shop is very small and hard to spot from the outside. Just park and walk over and you will find it.
**They do give a free size upgrade with your Unilocal checkin.
Overall, I am a fan.

I cannot believe I did not know this delicious hidden little gem is here on the strip in Palm Springs.
WOW.
I just had one of the best milkshakes of my entire adult life. I say adult because let’s face it when you’re a kid every milkshake is the best milkshake you have.
THAT IS MY SUMMARY OF THIS PLACE!
THIS WILL GIVE YOU THAT AMAZING FEELING OF BEING A KID AND GETTING THE BEST BEST BEST MILKSHAKE IF YOUR LIFE!!!
I had the «cake shake» which was a pillsbury confetti white cake mix with pudding and vanilla ice cream. Seriously.
The straw actually has a little cake around it that was FANTASTIC.
Oh yeah, the topping is fresh homemade whipped heavy cream!
***food porn***
Another shout out Priscilla was my attendant and Nick was the manager on hand actually singing Xmas carols while cleaning tables (how awesome these guys are) completely in the holiday spirit and throwing down the BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE EVER!!!
The salted Carmel was so good they JAR the stuff and I picked up a jar to send my family on the east coast!!!
RIGHT ON

The real deal. First time there, I tried a regular Banana-​Caramel-​Graham and I loved it! The donut they put on the straw is sort of like a fluffy sugar cookie in the shape of a tiny donut and it was tasty. I broke it apart and put it into my milkshake. Service was friendly and reasonably quick on a busy night. The second time there, I went with a non-​dairy Smores shake. It tasted a little different (probably the non-​dairy) but it was thoroughly enjoyable. I also had the opportunity to try the Key Lime Pie shake because of my wife and I liked it – she thought the tartness of it was right on target.
If you’re in Palm Springs, I highly recommend stopping by for something that your tastebuds will certainly appreciate. The old school retro vibe is sweet, too.

My first time in Palm Springs and my friend tells me «You have to try the shake place — I don’t remember the name of the place, but they have amazing shakes.» Turns out she was talking about Great Shakes and she was 100% right.
I ordered a small Banana Caramel Graham shake to share with my mom. It was a little messy because the cup overflowed with the awesomeness, but that didn’t phase me. Someone else said in a previous review that this shake is like drinking a banana cream pie and they are not wrong. So dang good. Get it with whipped cream. Why not? Treat yo self.
My dad had the chocolate peanut butter cup, which was tasty as well. If you’re a Reese’s fan, check that one out. My brother and his gf shared a white chocolate lavender. If you love lavender, it’s very lavendery. I mean, I love lavender, but after a while it gets pretty one note. Still, tasty and unusual.
All in all, a great place to stop by for an after dinner treat. Service was fantastic. My only complaint would be that the mini cake donut they put around your straw, while super cute in presentation, doesn’t taste that great. Then again, I’m a donut snob. Anyway, check this place out.

We were craving for some sweets in the middle of the night, checked Unilocal and whaaattt, Great Shakes has 5 stars?! We seriously had to check it out and see what all the fuzz is about.
Located in the middle of downtown Palm Springs and parking can be difficult especially if you just want to go here for the sake of shakes. We were fortunate enough to find a parking space right in front of it, on a Saturday night!
Check in on Unilocal and you get a free upgrade!
I got the smores shake with toasted marshmallow on top. It was thick but it was so good! I got a medium one and I didn’t really finish it, so it’s also good to share one unless you’re really into sweets.
My boyfriend got a large peanut butter banana shake, and it was very flavorful. Something you can easily make at home but it was really good. It had little bits of banana. He, on the other hand, finished it within minutes, and he’s not really a fan of sweets lol. Oh the mini donut is good too :)
Great menu, so many interesting flavors to try from! They even have a fall special flavor, pumpkin pie shake.
I wish they this place around Long Beach lol

Delicious!!! Unilocal does not lie. Best milkshake place ever!
My girlfriend took me here while I came to visit her in Palm Springs and I fell in love! Checked in through Unilocal and received a free upgrade too!
Ordered Butter Pecan, and it was the best Butter Pecan milkshake and ice cream I’ve ever had! So creamy, so filling, so delicious! It was so flavorful! It even came with a big straw, and a cute donut around it, shake was topped with whipped cream as well.
It was very busy too… long lines but definitely worth it! Prices are decent but at least you know you will enjoy for what you paid for! :)

The BEST milkshakes I have ever had. Hands down.
Great Shakes is the best place to cool down in Palm Springs. Their milkshakes are so worth indulging in. It is a family owned malt shop located in Downtown Palm Springs. When you walk in, you see all the flavors on a chalkboard in various sizes. We decided to get the banana graham caramel flavor. By the way, if you check in on Unilocal,you are able to get a larger size for free!
The banana graham caramel was amazing. It is like a banana cream pie in a cup. Seriously, if you like banana cream pie like I do, you will go crazy over this. There are so many bits and pieces of crushed up graham crackers along with chopped up bananas in the cup. Each and every bite is not too sweet but just right. I’m not normally a caramel lover but the ribbons of the caramel in the milkshake actually worked very well.
I also suggest you go crazy and get the whipped cream. It just ties the whole milkshake together. On top of all of that, they put a cute little donut on a straw for you. Although the donut was rather dry and tasteless, it was an adorable garnish. And very unique.
Surprisingly, Great Shakes lived up to its reputation. I loved how unique each and every milkshake was. Best of all, the taste was amazing and the textures were right on. I really wanted to get it again the day after, but I was jut way too full…

There is a reason this place is 5 stars on Unilocal!Their shakes are awesome and taste refreshingly amazing, especially during those hot days only Palm Springs can experience. They have a huge variety of flavors to choose from too! I was only in Palm Springs for the weekend, but I came here twice — it was just that good. I got the blueberry lemon lavender the first time and loved it! You could taste all three flavors equally, so perfect! If you love lavender (like I do), then you’ll love this shake. If you’ve never tried lavender before, I would still give this drink a try; it has just the right amount, so it won’t overwhelm you. The second time I got strawberry butterscotch. Yums! Their sauces are homemade, like the butterscotch, and I thoroughly enjoyed that too.
Each drink comes with a donut too! The donut flavor’s not really anything special. If anything, it’s more for show, but it does taste good if eaten with the shakes. Oh, don’t forget to check in — you get a free upgrade (small to medium or medium to large). The workers are nice too. Someone spilled their whole entire shake and one of the workers offered to make another one for him. So nice! Great place for dessert and to cool off at the same time. I’d recommend highly :)