12 Best Ice Cream Shops in Newark

“Great food and desserts! Strawberry shortcake is amazing!“

“Delightful premises and delicious ice cream. OMG, the Vanilla Salted Caramel was to die for. The waffle cone was so crunchy and flavorful. Loved the setting with benches and tables scattered under a giant beautiful tree and cows on the hillside. Some crazy flavor options too... such as, Pumpkin Mushroom and Motor Oil! Wish I could have tried them all.“

“Nice students help me select organic produce“

“Great series, friendly staff, food was delicious and served quickly“

“We love Somerset! The ice cream is delicious and the view of the cows & farm is the perfect background while you enjoy 🤍“

“Best dessert place in Delaware! Their ice cream is on the expensive side but their proportions are huge. I recommend what I got in the photo, very sweet, very delicious. Definitely wouldn’t be able to finish one of these myself so be prepared to share!“

“I've visited multiple Rita's in the area- this location is the one in which the mobile application has been the most reliable. What's more is that the staff are very efficient at troubleshooting. They did not have a working scanner, for instance, and getting my loyalty info/redeeming a coupon was still no issue. Friendly & courteous staff as well.“

“Always delicious! I thought this during my last visit... I got a double scoop of Grandma Goes Coconuts and felt satisfied when I finished my cup of ice cream. Believe me, that's something to say--usually I want more. Do go and enjoy homemade-like goodness.“

“The cookies are ALWAYS delicious!!! This particular store is always packed with staff and customers. Although I have yet to be welcomed or greeted when I've come in this store, I can tell they are always busy. I wish the employees at this store would make more of an effort to be friendly, smile, and just be pleasant. If I felt as welcomed as the cookies taste, this could be a 10 star review.“

“I Received excellent service! There was an especially sweet young lady named leigha she has exceptional customer service...she always remembers my order and makes it exactly the way I like it! Keep up the good work! I'll definitely keep coming back to the Bear route 40 location for smiles and treats!“

“There's no better ice cream than Cold Stone. I'm addicted to the cake batter flavor and get it with caramel and crushed graham crackers. Sinfully delicious. It's the most flavorful, creamy, smooth, dense ice cream you'll ever eat. This location is great with great service. Love it!“

“Our group had a wonderful late evening meal at Caffé Gelato, and it continues to impress with every visit. Parking is conveniently located right outside the door—a rare and much-appreciated feature in Newark, DE. The food is authentically Italian, beautifully prepared, and consistently delicious. What truly stands out—aside from the attentive (yet never intrusive) service—is the care that owner took into designing the dining space. Even though tables are only a few feet apart, there's an unexpected sense of intimacy and privacy that allows for meaningful conversation without concern of being overheard. It's a perfect setting for enjoying a relaxed meal with friends or loved ones. Dining here always feels like a family meal, elevated by expert preparation—and best of all, someone else handles the cleanup! One of our traditions is taking desserts to go and enjoying them at home with a cup of coffee. Since their desserts come with gelato, the waiter thoughtfully brought the gelato to the table so we could savor it fresh, while packing the rest to enjoy later. It's this kind of personalized, considerate touch that makes Caffé Gelato a truly special place and a favorite destination we'll continue to return to—and recommend to others.“