47 Best Ice Cream Shops near Southington

“Amazing ice cream parlor! Was in the mood for a soft serve hot fudge sundae and Pat's did not disappoint. They have both soft serve and ice cream. Parking can be tight in the front but there's space around back. Some seating inside with plenty outside. What makes this space special is the people - always friendly and smiling!“

“I was having a party for my son and a guest was gluten and dairy free and wanted her to have something special too! I had seen this bakery on Facebook and live 5 mins away so it seemed a perfect opportunity to try. I purchased a chocolate zuchinni cake for the little girl and while there I grabbed an Oreo tres leche cake for myself. LET ME TELL YOUUUUUUU!!! That Oreo cake was OUT OF THIS WORLD! I will absolutely be back for treats here and will recommend them to anyone looking for something sweet, whether gluten free or not. Seriously, get here.“

“Great ice cream. Love this place“

“My 4 year old loves the toppings bar. It’s our family’s choice for a cold treat 🍦“

“What an amazing experience!! The cascading waterfalls, scenic walkways, and covered bridges shaded by gorgeous Japanese Maple trees is such a zen mini golf experience. They have something for the whole family including a wooden train and wooden ship play area. There is a beer garden if you want to stop for a cold brew, food, and Italian Ice and ice cream. We had such a great day!“

“We happened to come in on a busy night. Tina was our server. Her and the Manager were professional and handled the crowd with no problem. All our ice creams were perfect and it was still a pleasant environment even though every booth was full! Will definitely come back again“

“The food was AMAZING! very flavourful. The service was great. Everyone was very attentive and made sure we was taken care of. Thank you . We can't wait to go back. Let's not forget the fresh Lemmon squeezed lemonade ?. MUST VISIT!“

“service %100 Perfect Good Price and the quality of the products“

“Chicken wings are DELICIOUS!! Definitely will eat here again.“

“The lemon ice is the best“

“The ice cream here is absolutely delicious! Every flavor is rich, creamy, and packed with fresh taste. This is my kids' favorite place to go!

Definitely one of the best ice cream spots around, and it's even better knowing you're supporting a wonderful family-owned business. I'll definitely be back!“

“I recently tried the chicken parm grinder at Mad River Creamery & Deli, and it was a really solid choice. The chicken cutlet was nicely breaded, tender, and held up well under the sauce. The marinara was flavorful — tangy with a hint of sweetness — and there was a generous amount of melted cheese that pulled everything together. The bread was fresh and hearty with a nice toasted soft crunch to it , the kind of roll that didn’t get soggy after a few bites, which made the sandwich feel substantial but balanced. I liked that there was a good ratio of chicken to sauce to bread. Service was friendly and efficient, owner welcomed us and provided free ice cream samples as we waited for our grinders ( husband got the steak and cheese for his 3rd time ) being a deli, the portion felt more like a meal than a quick snack. The atmosphere at Mad River Creamery & Deli is welcoming — cozy and laid-back, perfect for grabbing a bit with a friend (or after getting some ice cream). Already know what I want when I return . Thanks again !“

“Tried this place for the first time last night, and it was delicious! I had the Dubai Chocolate flavor — you taste pistachio in one bite, coconut in the next, and chocolate in another — a perfect blend of flavors, yum!! My husband had the banana flavor and loved it. Generous portions & reasonable prices Also shoutout to the young employees! We were there at 9:15 pm and it was still busy, but all the staff were smiling & positive & friendly! 😊 Cute old-fashioned decor inside, a few benches outside. Will definitely be back!“

“The Course & Layout
​Classic & Challenging Design: Unlike modern, heavily commercialized rock-and-waterfall courses, Farmington is praised as a fantastic, traditional-style course. It features classic obstacles (like a spinning windmill, bridges, and water traps) blended with clever contours, slopes, and angles that test even experienced players.

​Condition: Reviewers consistently highlight that the property is immaculately clean and very well-kept, with lovely flowers, well-maintained carpets, and clean brickwork showing minimal wear.

​The Famous 19th Hole: Visitors love the signature bonus 19th hole feature. Instead of just retrieving the ball on 18, players take a final shot at the 19th hole for a chance to win a free game.

​🍦 The Ice Cream Parlor
​The Sweet Finish: Right alongside the course is their popular ice cream parlor, making it a quintessential summer stop. While some reviewers note it offers standard classic flavors rather than avant-garde creations, it remains a beloved tradition to grab a cone or dish after a round.

​⭐ General Review Consensus
​Pros: Beautiful, scenic landscaping; a genuinely challenging layout that is fun for adults and families alike; and a great overall classic mini-golf atmosphere.

​Cons/Things to Watch For: Because of its popularity and design, it can get busy during peak summer weekends, leading to some pacing wait times between holes. Some players note that the course relies on strict rules and specific group-size constraints during busy hours.
​Overall, it stands out as one of the staple miniature golf destinations in Connecticut
perfect for a date night, family outing, or a casual weekend activity.“

“Not only is this ice cream shop serving amazing treats that are delicious with great service, but now they have a Food Truck to serve the yummy ice cream as well. We got the Scoopys Truck for our daughter’s birthday party as she loves their ice cream. It was a huge hit with everyone there and as always the service was great!! Highly recommend hiring them for your birthdays, corporate events etc! Thank you Scoopys!“

“Great Ice Cream. Going back on Thursday“

“We purchased an ice cream cake for our daughter’s birthday and it was beautiful and delicious! They were extremely accommodating with my daughter’s picky taste! Highly recommend using them for your next cake 😊“

“This place is an absolute find!!! Love the ice cream absolutely delicious 😋 😍 we will definitely be back. Loved the Strawberry Banana. Dubai Chocolate, and Mango Ice cream“

“So glad we found out this was here! Great customer service! Very friendly staff. The establishment was very clean and of course the popcorn smell is sooooo good walking in. I like that they gave different seasonings for the popcorn too. The Dippin dots were fresh and didn’t have like freezer burn like the packs you get at the vending machines. Loved that they had a variety of other options as well for shakes and stuff! Fun place on a whim! We went on the 4th of July and it was quiet (which I love). We’ll be back“

“Best ice cream I've ever had. I knew when they opened up 2 minutes from my house it would be dangerous! Great flavor combinations and always fresh.“

“Thank you so much for making our end of the school year and start of summer event in the neighborhood a great success!! We can’t say thank you enough to Dave for making our night so memorable. He took all the precautions to make a socially distant outdoor party comfortable, safe and seamless for our guests. Everyone enjoyed a great yummy treat! Nothing like Rita’s.“

“My family loves this place! The ice cream is fantastic with so many great flavors to try, and the coffee caramel espresso is hands-down my favorite. It's the perfect pick-me-up in the afternoon in lieu of an iced coffee :)
Also, there's no where else in CT that has cookie dough ice cream, loaded with cookie dough in each bite. The BEST.

The team here is always so warm, kind, and welcoming. We look forward to our visits every week!“

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Crumbl Cookies is excellent! The cookies are always fresh, soft, and full of flavor. I love how they have different flavors every week, and every cookie I’ve tried has been amazing. The staff is friendly, the store is clean, and the desserts are definitely worth it. Great experience overall — highly recommend!“

“Was a extremely fun experience, they have so many flavors and allow you to mix and match what you want, definitely 10/10 would recommend“

“Delicious, farm fresh foods! Their ice cream is amazing. I would recommend this place all day, every day!“

“Went there yesterday with my brother( he had his Vietnam Vet hat on) and a worker paid for his ice cream… thank you!“

“Food is good like the new menu“

“We enjoy visiting Praline’s as a family. The people are nice, the ice cream is delicious! It’s fun to visit the outdoor ordering window and sit at the tables onsite outside on warm summer nights. Haven’t been inside yet, but that’s an option too.“

“All I can say about Ryders ICE Cream is YAHOOOOO, YEAA, YUM YUM, LETS GO!“

“The best tasting pies!! Friendly staff, highly recommend.“

“The ONLY ice cream I will eat!!! So good!!!!😊 🍦🍨🍧“

“The food and ice cream was delicious! also, friendly customer service will be back.“

“Very friendly staff and fast service“

“The Best Dairy Queen I have ever been too, friendly crew and a Great Owner, I will always support DQ in Cheshire ��“

“Absolutely Great and extremely cute ❤️“

“Lisa, Kayla and the team were awesome creating 75 ice cream cupcakes for my grandsons 3rd Birthday party. They were decorated perfectly with the Disney Cars theme of Lightening McQueen. The adults were so impressed having something unique and the kids were excited having a Lightening McQueen treat… thank you for adding that special touch to our party.“

“productos innovador y una excelente atención“

“Cupcakes are very good. Not too much topping and cake is moist. Friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommend!“

“I'm originally from Texas and I was raised on food this good and well prepared, but usually you had to be invited to a Sunday cookout with your buddy and their 50 closest relatives for this level. The service is great, the food comes out quick and fresh, the flavors are top notch and very authentic for South Texas/ Northern Mexico. We've been twice and we're excited that we've found actual Mexican cuisine up here. Who would have thought Wallingford would have such a gem! Wallingford is for Foodies I'm quickly finding out.“

“We came in for a nice celebratory treat and a little mommy-daughter time and Penny our waitress was an absolute doll. She made our visit so special and welcoming. The food was great, the ice cream even better!! I can remember coming here when I was a kid so now that I bring my kids here I get a wave of nostalgia every time we walk in the door!“

“Rafael at the Newington location was great it was my first time there he was super helpful and the burger and fries were great the location was nice and clean great experience will be going again 5 stars“

“Super friendly staff! A must see at westfarms, great gelato and smoothies made with real fruit! Great to go with your Sally’s to go
Slightly hidden behind pandoras construction, but they are located by nail tique, sweet galaxy, Sally’s apizza, and pandora“

“Very nice stop on a hot evening ( :“

“The guy who I believe was the owner was the kindest and friendliest employee I have ever encountered. After running in right on the dot at 9:30 he kindly let us get our yogurts and made conversation while they were clearly closed. The yogurt was amazing and fresh as always and we will be life long customers. Super sad they don’t have a location near our school.“

“excellent sundaes ! great service 👍👍“

“Nice little place 8 tables or so outside.. My grandson and I shared a medium sundae as a treat price is right ice cream was great approved by my grandson...“

“Mmm mmm mmm!!! I got the strawberry blonde, my husband got the founders favorite, both were absolutely delicious. Fun to watch them mix the ice cream on the cold stone and the flavor combos were great! Definitely want to come back to try another signature creation!“