By Abigail Woods By Abigail Woods | June 29, 2023 | Food & Drink
Summer is here, and with it comes sweltering city temps. Cool off with a sweet frozen treat from one of the 9 best ice cream shops in Atlanta.
Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams
Okay yes, this may be an Ohio-based brand, but Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams has recently taken Atlanta by storm with local outposts in Decatur, Krog Street Market and Westside Provisions District. Jeni’s spearheaded the artisan ice cream movement more than a decade before it became a trend, utilizing whole ingredients, dairy from grass-pastured cows and nixing synthetic flavorings, dyes and off-the-shelf mixes. The result? Delicious, creamy offerings in flavors like frosé sorbet, sweet cream biscuits with peach jam and fluffernutter pie that are guaranteed to hit the spot. Multiple locations, jenis.com
High Road Craft Ice Cream
This ice cream manufacturer may not have a shoppable storefront, but you’ll find its frozen treats sold in restaurants and specialty stores across the state, as well as on delivery services like DoorDash and Postmates. Founded by a friendly team of food industry insiders and veteran chefs, all flavors are crafted in-house in the brand’s Marietta lab. With a range of classic favorites from vanilla and fresh mint chip to specialty concoctions like bourbon burnt sugar and mango rum cake, you’re sure to find a flavor you fancy. Highroadcraft.com
Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream
Boasting the original flash-frozen ice cream recipe, the use of liquid nitrogen creates a smoother, creamier and denser finish than traditional freezing methods. Stop by one of the many Atlanta locations to customize your own treat from a wide variety of cream bases and tasty mix-ins. Already-crafted creations include Magnetic Mint with mint and fudge ice cream, Oreo and Andes mints as well as the Key Lime Voltage featuring limes and cheesecake ice cream topped with graham cracker and cheesecake bites. Multiple locations, subzeroicecream.com
Paolo’s Gelato
Indulge in an incredibly authentic Italian gelateria experience courtesy of Paolo Dalla Zorza, founder and native of Treviso, Italy. For over 20 years, Paolo has dedicated himself to providing bona fide gelato to Atlanta’s finest, with over 62 different creamy and fruity flavors. Drop by the Virginia Highlands staple for a cup, cone or take-home quart, or sample one of the many imported Italian coffees, candies, cookies and cannolis. Ask about his Gelato Art, such as the signature “spaghetti” made from vanilla gelato shaped like pasta topped with strawberry sauce and grated coconut. 1025 Virginia Ave. NE, Paolo's Gelato on Instagram
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