37 Best Ice Cream Shops in Washington

Everyday Sundae Ice Cream Shop • $
713 Kennedy St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Banana Pudding Ice Cream
House-Made Waffle Cones
Kids Scoop of Ice Cream
Warm Waffle Wednesday
Peanut Butter Cups
Biscoff Cookies
Chocolate Chips
Chocolate Sauce
Root Beer Float
Whipped Cream

“We were so excited to have Mr. Charles of Everyday Sundae be part of our wedding weekend. After we got engaged, we stopped by his ice cream shop that night for a treat, and from that moment, we knew we had to work with him for our special day. Having Everyday Sundae at our pre-wedding park day/cookout was such a fun and personal touch. Everyone was so surprised and absolutely loved the raspberry sorbet and Everyday Sundae’s signature bourbon truffle ice cream. It was a huge hit with our guests! Working with Mr. Charles was super easy—he’s professional, reliable, and was genuinely excited to be part of our wedding weekend. His warm personality and charm added so much to the event, and we couldn’t be happier to have included him in our wedding festivities. We love Mr. Charles and highly recommend Everyday Sundae for anyone looking to add a fun, personal touch to their event!“

5 Superb168 Reviews
FroZenYo Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
3000 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Ice Cream
32 Oz Frozenyo
Frozen Yogurt
Banana Split
Euro Tart
Coconut
Cereal

“Great service, clean, and delicious! Definitely a great treat!“

4.8 Superb220 Reviews
Kilwins Ice Cream - Chocolate - Fudge Ice Cream Shop • $$
1250 Half St SE, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Kilwins Original Recipe Hand-Packed Ice Cream Quarts
Waffle Cones & Bowls
Chocolate Ice Cream
Pecan Brittle
Single Scoop

“Love the quality of the ice cream the candy apples are amazing The fudge is outstanding.“

4.7 Superb109 Reviews
Pitango Gelato & Coffee, Penn Quarter Ice Cream Shop • $$
413 7th St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Stracciatella Walnut and Pistachio Gelato
Chocolate Banana Pistachio Gelato
Chocolate Hazelnut Gelato
Lots of Gelato Eaten
Chocolate Ice Cream
Espresso 5 Incl Tip
Three Scoop Gelato
Assorted Gelato
Chocolate Chip
Strawberry

“I stopped by Pitango for dessert, and it definitely hit the spot! 😋 I tried two flavors: Stracciatella (vanilla with chocolate chips) and Fondente (dark chocolate). I don't usually eat gelato, so I was pleasantly surprised by the creaminess. The service was excellent; I wasn’t sure what to choose, but the cashier helped me by offering samples and sharing details about each flavor I tried. One of the chocolate flavors I sampled was incredibly rich and chocolatey—it's water-based and vegan-friendly, which was a first for me! The restaurant was nice, clean, and had indoor seating that could accommodate several people, but I decided to take my treat to go.“

4.4 Superb302 Reviews
Yala Greek Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop •
3143 N St NW, Washington

“While on a food tour, we went past Yala. We had to come back the next day when we had time and we were so thrilled that we did! Not only is the store beautiful, the story of the ice cream is as well. Got to meet the owner and was served by Daniel- the sweetest and nicest young man who offered us samples! That made the decision even harder!! 🤣 Not only delicious, but made with love. Just sad I live almost 3 hours away (but probably better for my waistline). Run, don’t walk when you’re in Georgetown for this scrumptious ice cream!“

4.8 Superb120 Reviews
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $$
3245 Prospect St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Vegan Cookies & Cream Caramel Swirl
Brown Sugar Cookie Dough Brownie
Peanut Butter Brownie Honeycomb
Dark Chocolate Fudge Brownie
Vegan Choc Chip Cookie Dough
V Choc Chip Cookie Dough
Marionberry Cheesecake
Cookies and Cream
Black Cherry Chip
Vegan Mint Chip

“I recently bought the Earl Grey Tea and Berry Cornbread at my local Kroger store and was blown away! The richness and the flavor profiles were out of this world, especially the latter flavor of the two. It’s dangerous to know the Kroger store is only five minutes from my house. I’ll definitely be trying other flavors.“

4.6 Superb228 Reviews
Dolcezza Gelato & Coffee Coffee Shops • $$
1704 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Vietnamese Cinnamon and Thai Coconut Cream
Mascarpone & Berries
Roasted Strawberry
Hazelnut Crackle
Coffee & Cookies
Latte Hazelnut
Black Sesame
Banana Foster
Iced Latte
Affogato

“The gelato I had was absolutely delicious! While it wasn't as creamy as Pitango's, I really enjoyed the variety of flavors they offered. I ordered a three-flavor cup and chose Black and White Cookie Batter, Dark Chocolate Fudge, and Dulce de Leche Chip. Each flavor was delightful! The restaurant was quite busy, which was a good sign considering its prime location near shopping stores and not far from Chinatown. There was plenty of seating available for customers to sit and savor their treats or coffee. Despite the crowd, the cashiers did an excellent job attending to everyone and even offered samples.“

4.6 Superb222 Reviews
Dolcezza Gelato & Coffee Ice Cream Shop • $$
904 Palmer Alley NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Vietnamese Cinnamon Gelato and Crookneck Pumpkin Gelato
Dark Chocolate Gelato Hazelnut Crunch Gelato
Black & White Cookie Batter Pint
Affogato with Vanilla Gelato
Peanut Butter Mash Pint
Salted Caramel Gelato
Pineapple Honey Lime
Chocolate Croissant
Espresso WI Gelato
Vanilla Bean Latte

“The gelato I had was absolutely delicious! While it wasn't as creamy as Pitango's, I really enjoyed the variety of flavors they offered. I ordered a three-flavor cup and chose Black and White Cookie Batter, Dark Chocolate Fudge, and Dulce de Leche Chip. Each flavor was delightful! The restaurant was quite busy, which was a good sign considering its prime location near shopping stores and not far from Chinatown. There was plenty of seating available for customers to sit and savor their treats or coffee. Despite the crowd, the cashiers did an excellent job attending to everyone and even offered samples.“

4.5 Superb325 Reviews
Jubilee - Ice Cream & Hot Donuts - Georgetown Ice Cream Shop • $$
3333 M St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Salted Caramel
Strawberry
Minty Chip
Gelato

“As a former pastry chef I find Jubilee to be an Exceptional tasting ice cream. I was super impressed, and Fell in love with the sweet potato and candy molasses. Crave it even! It was evident to me that they use Quality ingredients, decadent flavor profiles with lots of Creativity.“

4.4 Superb156 Reviews
Dolci Gelati Ice Cream Shop • $$
1420 8th St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Gelato
Gelato Sorbeto
Gelato Pints

“I love the hot cocoa from Dolci Gelati at the National Zoo for Zoo Lights. I bought 1 for me and 1 for a friend & went back again for a second night for more on the last night of Zoo Lights. Whipped cream, chocolate & caramel syrup is added to the top. It’s the best treat on a cold winter night or day at the zoo. Thank you!! I’ll keep coming back & bring friends.“

4.6 Superb80 Reviews
1789 Restaurant American
1226 36th St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Seared Lamb with Roasted Vegetables
Herb-Crusted Australian Rack of Lamb
Brown Butter Old Fashioned
Roasted Rohan Duck Breast
Grilled Spanish Octopus
Brioche-Crusted Halibut
Braised Wagyu Short Rib
Branzino Bouillabaisse
Dark Chocolate Gâteau
American Wagyu Tartare

“A friend recommended this restaurant and the waiter was very helpful in choosing our appetizers and meals, and also provided excellent wine pairings. We even had a little chat with the other guests“

4.5 Superb450 Reviews
The Creamery at Union Market Ice Cream Shop • $
1309 5th St NE, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Chip Cookies
Pistachio Ice Cream

“Amazing staff with an amazing mission!“

4.7 Superb92 Reviews
Here's The Scoop Ice Cream Shop • $
2824 Georgia Ave NW LL, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Cookie Monster Milkshake 16oz
Salted Caramel Truffle
Ice Cream Sandwich
Vegan Large Scoop
Red Velvet Cake
Banana Pudding
Cookie Display
Birthday Cake
Butter Pecan
Banana Split

“I just wanted to give a shout out to this great business! They provided ice cream (with all the fixins') to my residents during our educational/wellness event. The customer service was great and the ice cream was delicious 😋. Be sure to treat yourself to them if you're ever in the area.“

4.8 Superb72 Reviews
Lulabelle's Sweet Shop Ice Cream Shop • $
847 Upshur St NW, Washington

“Don't miss out on this little gem! The employee was incredibly kind and welcoming. The ice cream was out of this world. You must try out honey graham! There was also an area to buy small-business made items such as cook books, spices, sauces, and jewelry. It is obvious that each item for sale in the little shop was chosen with care and great thought.“

4.7 Superb50 Reviews
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $$
418 Morse St NE, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Earl Grey Tea Pistachio Honeycomb and Lemon Sorbet
Vegan Cookies & Cream Caramel Swirl
Peanut Butter Brownie Honeycomb
Brown Sugar Cookie Dough Brownie
Vegan Churros and Fudge
Marionberry Cheesecake
Housemade Waffle Cone
PB Brownie Honeycomb
Praline Butter Cake
Cookies and Cream

“The vegan options are great!!!“

4.4 Superb273 Reviews
Mount Desert Island Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $$
3110 Mt Pleasant St NW 1st Floor, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Lemon Curd Coriander Streusel
Butterscotch Miso Ice Cream
Blueberry Basil Ice Cream
Chocolate and Blueberry
Blueberry Basil Sorbet
Strawberry Sorbet
Coffee Ice Cream
Vegan Ice Cream
Toasted Coconut
Maple Walnut

“MDI has the most delicious ice cream and you can really taste the care and quality ingredients that go into the product. Interesting array of flavors, amazing texture and mouthfeel, and I love that this place is not afraid to get adventurous with flavors. Black Sesame--yum! At the same time, their most simple, traditional flavors are among my favorites--Strawberry and Cookies and Cream are absolutely delightful. I appreciate that this place continues to keep their prices very reasonable, especially given how crazy expensive food has gotten in 2024. The staff is helpful and kind and I love supporting this anchoring neighborhood spot! A favorite weekly tradition!“

4.2 Good186 Reviews
Kilwins Ice Cream - Chocolate - Fudge Ice Cream Shop • $$
663 Water St SW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Kilwins Turtle Cheesecake
Truffle Assortment 7 5 Oz
New Orleans Praline Pecan
Apple Pie Caramel Apple
Ice Cream Waffle Cone
Mint Chocolate Chip
Tuttle Assortment
Kilwins Tracks
Superman
Sorbet

“Love the quality of the ice cream the candy apples are amazing The fudge is outstanding.“

4.4 Superb185 Reviews
Happy Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $$
1509 17th St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Floral & Bright — Müller-Thurgau Blend Fledermaus 2naturkinder Franken Germany 2021
Triple Scoop – All Souls
Caramelized Chocolate
Olive Oil Ice Cream
Ice Cream Cone

“Happy Ice Cream is a small street-side cart serving a limited but fantastic selection of ice creams. I tried the NOLA Coffee, which is a coffee-flavored ice cream with caramel and chocolate cookie.

I absolutely loved it. The coffee flavor was rich and balanced, the caramel added just the right amount of sweetness, and the chocolate cookie rounded up the ice cream really well. The waffle cone was fresh and delicious and brought everything together perfectly.

It was the ideal treat for a hot summer afternoon in DC. I had heard amazing things about this place beforehand, and it definitely did not disappoint. An absolute must-try if you are in the area.“

4.6 Superb74 Reviews
Larry's Homemade Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $$
1633 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Butter Finger Cookie Dough Keywest Choc Fever
Choc Butter Almond Green Tea Peppermint Ice
Chocolate Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Oatmeal Cinnamon Cookie
Baklava with Pistachios
Strawberry Cheesecake
Coconut Ice Cream
Toasted Coconut
Mango Sorbet
Butter Pecan

“delicious-quick-friendly!“

4.2 Good145 Reviews
Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Shop • $$
705 Wharf St SW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Fudge Brownie
Custom Sundae 2 Scoops
Sweet Cream & Cookies
Waffle Cone Sundae
Ice Cream Cones
Dipped Waffle
Chunky Monkey
Ice Cream Cup
Birthday Cake
Cherry Garcia

“Fantastic way for both 2- and 4-legged friends to celebrate a pup’s birthday! Shantee is the best — super friendly and helpful - thank you!“

4.3 Superb228 Reviews
Amorino Gelato - Georgetown Ice Cream Shop •
3401 M St NW, Washington

“Amorino Ice Cream is absolutely amazing! The ice cream is rich, creamy, and full of flavor, and the presentation is always beautiful.

It’s a perfect spot to treat yourself while strolling around Georgetown. Highly recommend stopping by if you’re craving something sweet and indulgent“

4.4 Superb98 Reviews
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $$
2421 18th St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Vegan Peanut Butter Brownie Honeycomb
Vegan Cookies & Cream Caramel Swirl
Brown Sugar Cookie Dough Brownie
Vegan Choc Chip Cookie Dough
Black Cherry Chip
Cookies and Cream
Cherry Ice Cream
Vegan Mint Chip
Ice Cream Cake
Gelato

“Seaport, Boston location. Staff MADE SURE I was picking the flavor that I really wanted. They wanted me to feel like a welcome tourist. Mission Accomplished.“

4.3 Superb173 Reviews
Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard Ice Cream Shop • $
2318 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Custard
Vanilla Custard
Frozen Custard
Gelati Blender
Bottled Water
Twist Custard
Italian Ice

“I recommend the service, fun atmosphere, & the Variety of flavors (though in truth they should have a Dr. Ro’s Fave Flava) somebody tell the mgt.😉.“

4.4 Superb85 Reviews
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams Ice Cream Shop • $$
1925 14th St NW b, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Buttercrisp Waffle Cone or Bowl
Brown Butter Almond Brittle Pint
Single Scoop in a Waffle Cone
Everything Bagel Ice Cream
Buttercrisp Waffle Cones
Brambleberry Crisp Pint
Chocolate Ice Cream
Wildberry Lavender
Gooey Butter Cake
Texas Sheet Cake

“My friend and I came in on a Sunday night and absolutely no idea what we wanted. Thankfully, we had the pleasure of being served by Kristine, who was so kind, knowledgable, and above all, patient. We both left with so much joy (and immaculate ice cream choices).

Shout out to Kristine for being the real MVP!“

4.3 Superb162 Reviews
La Marmotta Gelateria Factory Ice Cream Shop •
703 Edgewood St NE, Washington

“Best gelato we’ve ever had in the States! Truly! This is the real deal. Highly recommend. We’ll be stalking your page with hopes that you’ll be near us again.“

5 Superb15 Reviews
Pitango Gelato & Coffee, The Wharf Ice Cream Shop • $$
605 Wharf St, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Pistachio Gelato

“I stopped by Pitango for dessert, and it definitely hit the spot! 😋 I tried two flavors: Stracciatella (vanilla with chocolate chips) and Fondente (dark chocolate). I don't usually eat gelato, so I was pleasantly surprised by the creaminess. The service was excellent; I wasn’t sure what to choose, but the cashier helped me by offering samples and sharing details about each flavor I tried. One of the chocolate flavors I sampled was incredibly rich and chocolatey—it's water-based and vegan-friendly, which was a first for me! The restaurant was nice, clean, and had indoor seating that could accommodate several people, but I decided to take my treat to go.“

4.3 Superb77 Reviews
Hershey's Ice Cream Parlor Ice Cream Shop • $
1529 Wisconsin Ave NW Floor 2, Washington

“Date of Visit: Thursday Aug 24th, 2023 Good portions for their ice cream. There were many flavours available. A lot of them had chocolate base/ content. I am not a fan of chocolate and vice versa. I ended up getting pralines and Cream which is my default flavour in these situations. The service was very friendly and helpful. The shop is located right across from the waterfront park – which makes it a great place to enjoy your ice cream. The prices are a bit steep but the volume is high, so I guess it is worth it.“

4.7 Superb20 Reviews
Häagen-Dazs Ice Cream Shop • $$
3120 M St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Cookie Dough and Strawberry
Banana Split Dazzler Sundae

“While in Georgetown…was in a craving for something sweet and cold. We came upon this delicious ice cream shop and saw this summer flavor of Mango Strawberry Smoothie. When I took a sip of it the flavor was so smoothie with the vanilla ice cream blended with the two flavors. I also have to admit the price was nice and for joining their loyalty program I received 20% off my first order and also a coupon for a mother small ice cream scoop for free. Definitely a summer treat !!!!!“

4.2 Good87 Reviews
Tipsy Scoop D.C. Ice Cream Shop • $$
675 I St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Ice Cream
Death by Chocolate
Ice Cream Flight
Cotton Candy
Birthday Cake

“I love Tipsy Scoop, REAL BAD. Ice Cream Cocktail Mixology — 5 stars, I’ll take 100 more classes! Lumiere Ice Cream Cocktail Class was a vibe! We got to meet CEO of Lumiere, Terrence Wheeler, and sampled the vodka and infused ice cream as well. The class is from 11-1 pm so it starts and ends before the shop opens that way we aren’t interrupted during our private session. We were able to try all the flavors that are offered. They have ice cream and sorbet. You make two cocktails in class. The owner Danielle is super sweet! It’s a great class to take with friends. The ice cream is delicious as well! Next class is: ⏳11 - 1pm 💰$65 per person 📍Tipsy Scoop 675 I St NW Washington, D.C. 20001“

4.2 Good83 Reviews
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $$
50 Massachusetts Ave NE Suite M111, Washington

“I recently bought the Earl Grey Tea and Berry Cornbread at my local Kroger store and was blown away! The richness and the flavor profiles were out of this world, especially the latter flavor of the two. It’s dangerous to know the Kroger store is only five minutes from my house. I’ll definitely be trying other flavors.“

4.9 Superb9 Reviews
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams Ice Cream Shop • $$
526 8th St SE, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Salted Peanut Butter with Chocolate Flecks
Salted Peanut Butter and Chocolate Flecks
Lemon & Blueberries Parfait Pint
Miso Butterscotch Brownie Pint
Wild Berry Lavender Ice Cream
Buttercrisp Waffle Cones
Texas Sheet Cake DF Pint
Gooey Butter Cake Pint
Butterscotch Popcorn
Ice Cream Selections

“this has got to be the bedt ice cream I have ever had...the flavors...the cones...the customer service...everything was top notch and I will definitely be back“

4.1 Good121 Reviews
Joia Burger Hamburger • $
3213 Mt Pleasant St NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Single Patty Wagyu Burger
Double Patty Wagyu Burger
Ube Soft Serve 8oz to Go
Cheeseburger and Fries
Double Cheeseburger
Single Wagyu Burger
Veggie Bean Burger
Ube Coconut Cone
Truffle Aïoli
Sriracha Mayo

“I’ve worked in restaurants my whole life, making and serving food (including burgers and fries). I just stopped by Joia last night, for the first time. I ordered a double patty. I have to say that it might have been the best burger I’ve ever tried. Nothing too fancy, just the perfect size and balance of ingredients. I didn’t intend to get any fries, but after ordering my burger, I asked the employee who was serving me if I could try one. It was so good, that I instantly asked to order some, only to find out that they had gone ahead and generously thrown in a batch on the house for me. I literally have never written a review in my life (google, yelp, otherwise) but I was so into it I thought I should share. Super friendly, low key atmosphere, fast, and delicious. I highly recommend it and I’ll be going back there. Thanks Joia.“

4.6 Superb143 Reviews
Ice ‘n Slice Pizza • $$
3937 Georgia Ave NW, Washington

Customers` Favorites

Addis Ababa Vegetarian Pizza
2 Sambosa Lentil Vegetarian
TIBS Pizza & Cheese Pizza
Hash Brown Breakfast Sand
Doro Wat Pizza Seasonal
Ethiopian Drip Coffee
Veggie Combo Pizza
Beynet Injera Wrap
Merkato Pizza TIBS
Green Smoothie

“Never thought I’d find Ethiopian Pizza until I came here. I ordered the Doro Wat Pizza ($40) and a Detox Smoothie ($10) and everything was great. The pizza was very flavorful and fhe detox smoothie was very refreshing, not sugary at all. The staff was very nice and clearly remembers his customers.

Will definitely return!“

4.7 Superb219 Reviews
Gelastissimo Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt •
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW # 106, Washington
5 Superb1 Reviews
Dolci Gelati Factory Gelato • $
5766 2nd St NE, Washington

“I love the hot cocoa from Dolci Gelati at the National Zoo for Zoo Lights. I bought 1 for me and 1 for a friend & went back again for a second night for more on the last night of Zoo Lights. Whipped cream, chocolate & caramel syrup is added to the top. It’s the best treat on a cold winter night or day at the zoo. Thank you!! I’ll keep coming back & bring friends.“

4.3 Superb3 Reviews
Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream Shop • $
Pentagon, Henry G. Shirley Memorial Hwy, Washington

“brought my own baskin robbins ice cream, all 31 flavours, I only got to the 5 flavour at which point 2 men in suits grabbed me, they took me inside the baskin robbins HQ and had a talk with me I came out with a black eye, no toenails, 5 teeth missing and ptsd however the ice cream they serve here I have been told is of excellent quality“

4.1 Good7 Reviews
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Malai Ice Cream Shop •
1407 T St NW, Washington

“Malai Ice Cream Parlor in Washington, D.C., near Georgetown had been on my list for a long time, and I’m so glad I finally visited. What makes this place special is how beautifully it brings Indian flavors and spices into creative ice cream combinations.

The shop had a great crowd when we visited, and interestingly, most of the customers were non-Indians enjoying these unique flavors. Their menu is packed with exciting options such as rose with cinnamon toasted almonds, mango and cream, masala chai, cardamom pistachio crumble, lemon cardamom, black forest, sweet roti and ghee, saffron pistachio, confetti sweet milk, and spice date cake with coconut caramel. They also offer non-dairy and sorbet options along with soft serve.

We ordered the trio flavors. The standout for me was the sweet roti and ghee flavor—absolutely amazing! It instantly brought back childhood memories. The ice cream had little roti crumbles with a rich ghee flavor, and honestly it was the first time I’ve ever had an ice cream like this.

We also tried mango and cream, which had a very fresh, creamy mango flavor, and saffron pistachio, a beautiful blend of aromatic saffron with crunchy pistachio bits.

Overall, it’s a fantastic dessert spot with unique flavors, good portion sizes, and reasonable pricing for the quality. I’d definitely love to come back and explore more of their flavors next time“

4 Good92 Reviews

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