# Craft Diner Sundae Menus Black Tap Burgers & Beer Introduced a Sundae Menu By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2026-07-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-tap-burgers-beer References: [dairyfoods](https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99274-black-tap-burgers-and-beer-debuts-three-new-sundaes-in-advance-of-national-ice-cream-day) & [blacktap](https://blacktap.com)  [Black Tap Burgers & Beer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-bacon-stack) announced the launch of its Crazy [Sundae](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salted-brown-butter-cookie-dazzler) menu as a series of indulgent ice cream treats that pay homage to the classic diner dessert in a modernized, craft-driven way. The menu features three options including the Churro Hot Fudge, Cherry Bomb and Strawberry Glazed, which are each made with fresh ingredients and locally sourced ice cream. Each of the sundaes elevate the [classic diner ice cream treat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelati-sundae), but see it transformed into something more suited for adult consumers who might not otherwise gravitate towards the dessert. The Crazy Sundae menu from Black Tap Burgers & Beer was developed by Chef Stephen Parker who thoughtfully created recipes based on what diners favor through a lens of fun. Image Credit: Brian Berk ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 84% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Adult-focused Desserts:** Classic sweets are being reimagined with richer ingredients, nostalgic cues, and more sophisticated positioning that expands dessert appeal beyond children and families. - **Craft Diner Revivals:** Familiar diner staples are gaining premium upgrades through chef-led recipes, local sourcing, and playful presentation that make retro formats feel contemporary. - **Instagrammable Indulgence:** Oversized, visually distinctive desserts are creating shareable dining moments that blend menu innovation with organic social media visibility. ### Where This Applies - **Foodservice:** Restaurants are using limited-edition and specialty dessert menus to increase visit frequency, differentiate casual dining concepts, and capture higher-margin add-on purchases. - **Ice Cream:** Locally sourced and premium ice cream partnerships are supporting new frozen dessert formats that connect artisanal quality with mainstream indulgence. - **Hospitality:** Experience-driven menu items are becoming part of broader hospitality strategies that turn casual meals into memorable, brand-defining occasions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Campfire Cafe Drink Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbucks-smores-menu.md) - [Sundae-Celebrating Ice Cream Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sundae-series.md) - [International Ice Cream Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-style-sundae.md) - [Dessert-Inspired Shake Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/key-lime-pie-shake.md) - [Swirl-Textured Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sundae-swirls.md) - [Whimsically Festive Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-edition-holiday-menu.md) - [Custard-Themed Restaurant Tours](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-custard-tour.md) - [Viral Chocolate Sundaes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-style-chocolate-sundae.md) - [Milkshake-Themed Dessert Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-factory.md)