50 Best Ice Cream Shops near Albany

“Everytime I go there, the staff are always warm and welcoming. The prices are great as far as I'm concerned. They keep it very clean and tidy. It's never been too busy. And the atmosphere is perfect for a random after school treat worth the kids.“

“Our first visit but absolutely not our last! What delicious flavors! Everyone loved their desserts, the toppings are incredible (vegan hot fudge, vegan caramel, toasted almonds,) and we all left full and happy! Definitely stop in when you’re in the neighborhood!“

“We were in the area, nice 👍 to be able to enjoy our yogurt plus close to coffee shop as well & lots of benches to relax👋🤙👋“

“I’ve only had their smoothies and tasted the ice cream . It’s pretty good haven’t been disappointed . Thai tea ice cream is fire 🔥 . They do close early , earlier than their posted hours though sometimes a half hour early so best to arrive over an hour before they close . I haven’t tried their banh mi but they do seem pricey at nearly 18 dollars each!“

“While we were remodeling our kitchen we went to joes maybe 3-5 days each week! We love this place. Great lattes, my kids love the milkshakes/ice cream and we all really appreciate the fresh Acme bread you can pick up from here! Thanks Joes!“

“It's amazing, I highly recommend everyone to go here“

“The Gelato is authentic and so are the people!“

“I honestly don't even know how to describe how good this ice cream is! Melt Me Creamery has completely ruined all other ice cream shops for me. I ordered a split scoop with Mango Sticky Rice and Pink Berry, and my mind was absolutely blown.The Mango Sticky Rice is easily the best flavor on the menu. It’s actually a vegan flavor, combining a super rich, creamy coconut ice cream base with a vibrant mango sorbet. The contrast between the two textures works so incredibly well, and it tastes exactly like the actual Thai dessert without being overly heavy.Pairing it with the Pink Berry was the ultimate move. It adds this beautifully bright, refreshing, and slightly tart fruit contrast that balances out the rich coconut flawlessly. The texture of their ice cream and sorbet is consistently top-notch—so smooth and clearly crafted with care.The shop itself is boutique and charming, and the staff are incredibly welcoming with samples. Even when it gets a little crowded, it is entirely worth the wait. I will absolutely be back to claim my loyalty stamps!“

“The Best! So many years of great memories“

“sus helados son deliciosos,a mi en lo personal me gusta el de aguacate“

“First visit to Lexie’s tonight - got a single size peanut butter Oreo Sunday… should have gotten the double.

They have Incredibly tasty and rich custard and very delightfully curated sundaes. And the staff was very warm, welcoming, and kind.

Excited for the next one…“

“Marshmallow fluff;) Loved the Milkbomb sandwich! Will definitely go again;)“

“Extremely cheap food and ice cream, great service, but slow and unsanitary.

Tom, the owner, is 89 years old and has been running the business for decades. The prices here are exceptionally low, with a cup of ice cream costing $5 and a sandwich costing $4.50. The catch is that you'll have to wait for a while and he does not wash his hands between handling cash and food.

My sandwich, served with tortilla chips and potato salad, was so-so, but excellent value for the price. It took nearly 10 minutes to make the sandwich though.“

“With flavor combinations that will wake up your palate and prices that seem downright reasonable for the Bay Area, Bad Walters is a welcome addition to my go-to ice cream destinations. And then there’s the fact that it’s named after a Chihuahua who was apparently an a**hole. I’m in love!“

“I enjoyed my ice cream from this little shop. They offer many different flavors to pick from. It’s a small indoor spot and the line is usually out the door.
My only complaint is they only serve the brownie sundae on weekends but still had it on the menu on a weekday. I was all excited to try it until the said not available. Maybe cover it up when it’s not for sale? I’ll have to come back one more time I guess.“

“I want to echo all the other positive reviews! Stopped in for a quick treat and the green tea did not disappoint. Hubby had a flavor with caramel & pecan flavor and it was gone in 60 seconds! Employee with the pink hair was very nice & helpful (sorry I didn’t get her name). Prices are fair for the variety & portion. A+“

“Tasty eclectic mix of flavors with dairy free/vegan options! The flavors are mostly not traditional. We came for the dairy free ice cream, which was indistinguishable from regular ice cream. We would definitely come back. The neighborhood is nice and 4 blocks from the painted ladies houses.“

“Lana’s is now my go to place for DELICIOUS BURGERS 🍔 & Fries 🍟. I’ve traveled the world and I can confirm that I haven’t eaten a better burger and fries. My top favorite is a Fried Chicken Deluxe and The Deluxe and Fries! You must try the fries and you will get it yourself. They have delicious ice cream as well🍦! Very cool nice friendly stuff, clean neat kitchen, cozy environment, great prices ! I’m not typically leaving reviews but this place is worth it ❤💫“

“WOW!!! Now this is easily the best hot fudge sundae i’ve ever had!!!! Great deal and such incredible quality. This is the best hot fudge in SF, the ice cream is top notch.

Not even an hour later I had to go back and try the halo halo. Absolutely DELICIOUS!!!! A must try for anyone in the area!!!!

Norman is very kind and welcoming.“

“Good stuff, love nondairy options!“

“delicious ice cream and everything“

“fabulous! please open another in the San Jose area. great service..the way they encourage you to taste while waiting in line...loved the various, different flavors“

“Best hot chocolate ever. Definitely trying the Gelato next!“

“Vegan Donut Gelato is PHENOMENAL! My wife and I loved our brief stop this week. The donuts are massive and well worth the price. Friendly service and the woman who served us was great. Highly recommended!“

“Friendly staff ! Delicious icecream - we accidentally dropped our icecream as we were walking out and the staff didn’t hesitate to replace 💕❤️🍦“

“Vegan (& Gluten-free) flavors! I loved the pluot, the dark chocolate, and the walnut (that has no pieces of nuts in it, which is really helpful to those like me who can’t have much fiber). Additionally, I found all three flavors more refreshing than (sickeningly) heavy, and the flavors 🤩 🎇—like the grand finale of a fireworks show for the taste buds. I’ve only had about a spoonful of each so far but am in love 😍🤤😋. I didn’t go to the shop, someone brought me some, so I’m not able to give my opinion on the actual shop. From what I heard, though, it wasn’t as crazy as many ice cream places are on hot weekends! 😊“

“I visited here a while ago and I would definitely recommend this store and also Ghirardelli Square in general!
I enjoyed this chocolate shopping experience. Plus the atmosphere was very friendly. The park was super beautiful, and I think it is very cool to see all those chocolate making machines in the store. Chocolate Fudge was way too sweet for me. (I don't have a photo) But overall I would highly recommend this place!“

“Yummm. Try the sf cheesecake and the bubbly Texan“

“Still dreamin’ about the meatballs from Angie’s… had I known better, I would’ve ordered the extra meatball. 😭

Angie’s is a cute, chic restaurant specializing in wood-fired pizza and a seasonal rotating menu. Such a perfect spot for date night!

Absolutely loved the R&B music, the vibes, and, of course, mopped up every last bit of food. 😂

We ordered the heirloom tomato salad, wood-fired meatballs, Margherita pizza, and peach vanilla sundae — and everything was DELICIOUS. It completely satisfied every pizza craving we had.

On a previous visit, we ordered the pepperoni pizza to-go, and OMG. It might be one of the most perfectly balanced pizzas I’ve had — sweet, spicy, savory, and just the right amount of everything.

Great food, great vibes, and a great date-night spot. Definitely coming back for those meatballs. 🍕“

“Perfect stop for a sunny, hot Sunday. There wasn’t a long wait, and the service was fast and friendly. We didn’t get to see them make the ice cream, but it was definitely the smoothest ice cream I’ve had.

I tried the cookie dough with pretzels and chocolate chips and really enjoyed it, the sweet and salty combo worked really well with how creamy it was.

There aren’t a ton of seats inside, but we were still able to find a spot.a bit pricey for sure“

“The most delicious, fresh, and hand-crafted gelato I’ve ever tasted. You must try! Thank you Philmore!!! Can’t wait to come again!“

“just the best gelato cake this side of Italy. great crew, great owners. their kids are awesome!“

“Our first visit but absolutely not our last! What delicious flavors! Everyone loved their desserts, the toppings are incredible (vegan hot fudge, vegan caramel, toasted almonds,) and we all left full and happy! Definitely stop in when you’re in the neighborhood!“

“I am addicted to their Dubai Strawberry Cup — it is soooo good. Every time I come in, I tell myself I’m going to try something new, but nothing compares. I’ve also tried their fresh-squeezed juice and it’s delicious. The flavors are perfect, everything tastes so clean and refreshing, and I honestly don’t know what magic they put in it, but I’m hooked. Highly recommend!“

“Our first visit but absolutely not our last! What delicious flavors! Everyone loved their desserts, the toppings are incredible (vegan hot fudge, vegan caramel, toasted almonds,) and we all left full and happy! Definitely stop in when you’re in the neighborhood!“

“I love this place, is very affordable and delicious. They have the best prices I payed $27 for 2 medium frozen yogurt with toppings and a banana split sundae. They also offer regular ice cream and have other options like mango matcha latte and avocado smoothie :-)“

“The matcha here is really consistent. I’ve been several times since they’ve opened and I’ve always been happy with my drink! I especially love their peach matcha latte (seasonal). Their hojicha latte is already pretty good. Their soft serve is also really good and the matcha one has a very strong flavor. The line to order with a cashier tends to be shorter than the kiosk and sometimes peopme don’t realize that there are 2 separate lines. Would definitely recommend!“

“Unique and exquisite homemade ice cream, original, tasty and so much more!😍 Don't hesitate to visit their cute shop and try them all!“

“Lovely place and really friendly staff!“

“The crepes and ice cream were not only delicious but also decorated beautifully! The attention to presentation really stands out and makes the experience even more enjoyable. The staff were also very friendly and welcoming, which made the visit even better.“

“They have great ice cream!“

“I can't believe how amazing this sundae was. The brownie breakfast ice cream and banana dulce de leche sitting among toasted candied peanuts and burnt creme brulee bananas was simply divine. Let's not forget the chocolate sauce drizzle and the side of friendly excellent service. The other flavors are interesting and unique. Haven't seen them anywhere else. Definitely coming back again.“

“I love these cute little corner stores in San Francisco on potrero Hill. We only had ice cream but the ice cream was great. Nice little tables and chairs to sit out and watch the world go by. Someday we'll have to go back and try some of the other thing on the menu besides ice cream.“

“I had a wonderful experience today at the shop! After getting some nice samples, I was impressed with the texture and flavor of the gelato. I really like how real and natural flavors are, such as the coconut strawberry and the hazelnut flavor. It doesn’t taste fake; it tastes like the real thing because it is the real thing. I thought it was interesting that he says to get his produce just up the street from a local store. It was really awesome! We ended up getting the coconut, and it was fantastic.“

“Great little find while touring the city! Had to stop by three times in two days. Fantastic sandwich’s and great pastries.“

“soooooooooo........goooooood 😋🤤💯❤ All the Cookie dough and Hot Chocolate 💯❤🤤😋“

“Vegan caramel chai with chocolate rocks...because I’m 7 ❤️“

“Friendly service good choices of organic ice cream That melts in your mouth great flavors. Easy location on Fruitvale near MacArthur across from the library.“

“Not too sweet and great place to hang out!!!“

“"a mini is small, a small is large, and a large is gigantic"“