The 10 Best Ice Cream Shops In Atlanta

The 10 Best Ice Cream Shops In Atlanta


Food & Drink,

The 10 Best Ice Cream Shops In Atlanta

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Food & Drink,

The 10 Best Ice Cream Shops In Atlanta

The 10 Best Ice Cream Shops In Atlanta

Food & Drink,

The 10 Best Ice Cream Shops In Atlanta

Published By:   •   May 1, 2024

The 10 Best Ice Cream Shops In Atlanta

Published By:

May 1, 2024

Food & Drink,


Summer is here, and with it comes sweltering city temps. Cool off with a sweet frozen treat from one of the 4 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

Sugar Shane's

While you may know Sugar Shane's for their perfectly baked cookies, they are bringing their ice cream game this summer. With multiple locations around the city from Ponce City Market to Midtown, Sugar Shane's is there for a treat to cool off no matter the neighborhood you find yourself in. Coming this summer, and only for the summer, they are bringing their cool treats to the beltline. There are select dates, so make sure you are following along to know when they are setting up shop! Enjoy an icecream sandwich, their classic and rotating flavors, and all of the baked goodies you love at Sugar Shane's. Multiple locations, sugarshanes.com

Sublime Donuts

Don't let the name fool you, their ice cream is just as delicious as their fried rings of goodness. With a creme bruleé flavor torched on top to their cinnamon toast crunch, the flavors are as unique and satisfying as their diverse array of donuts. Burgers are also on the menu but served in the way you might think. Imagine the ice cream flavor of your choice sandwiched inside a delectable pastry. You'll leave with a smile on your face every single time. Multiple locations, sublimedoughnuts.com

Butter & Cream

If you ever find yourself OTP, Butter & Cream offers artisan ice cream with a rotating selection of seasonal flavors like Bourbon Pecan Praline and Sea Salted Caramel. Indulge in their unique creations such as Blueberry Cobbler, Honeycomb Forest, and Coffee Almond Fudge. They also offer delightful options like Lemon Poppyseed and Chocolate Blackout. Each scoop is made with high-quality ingredients, ensuring a rich and creamy texture. Multiple locations, butterandcream.com

eighty7sweets Ice Cream Company

This ice cream stop is not only for the Vegans, but they make sure to incoporate an Atlanta theme into the flavor names. For the less adventurous ice cream enthusiasts, eighty7sweets offers Vanilla Vinings and Morehouse Chocolate. However, they definitely lean towards the exotic side when it comes to their concoctions. Try their Lenox Lime and Avacado or their West End Wakanda. If you're looking to indulge, we suggest their 100% vegan chocolate chip cookie super bowl. Yes, you heard that right! 56 Broad St. NW, eighty7sweets.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. 1730 W. Oak Commons Ct., Marietta, Highroadcraft.com

Big Softy

Located on Georgia Ave., Big Softie is whipping up the creamiest, and only, soft serve in the A. Not only do they use the freshest ingredients, but their locally sourced dairy and organic cane sugar make downing a cup or cone less of a cheat if you are dieting. They are always changing up their current toppings and flavors, so you have to keep up with them on instagram to know when your fav flav is on deck. In tandem with their sister bakery Little Tarte Bakeshop, there is no shortage of summer sweets. 66 Georgia Ave. SE, bigsoftieatl.com

Three Peaches Gelato and Coffee

Three Peaches Gelato and Coffee combines low-sugar, dairy-free and superfood gelato for a healthy yet indulgent treat. Not to mention the best part, their coffee is the perfect addition for a pick-me-up combo. While you may think you are cheating during a diet, the ice cream is packing your body with nutrients from healthy fats and tummy-friendly probiotics. Order a shake with ingredients that target skin, gut, and hair health. Made in-house in small batches, this spot is definitely onto something. Make sure you walk out with a coffee infused with ginger or mushroom extracts and cacao! Multiple locations, 3peachesgelato.com

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