Ice Cream Shops near Ellenton

“I discovered Hershey's ice cream a number of years ago and they are now just about the only place that you can get really good peach ice cream. Service was good prices are in line with other places, the location was easy to get to and clean.“

“More so.. Dunkin Donuts.. Ethan is a breath of fresh air w/ his dry humor. Reminded me of Comedian Steven Wright. He had me laughing the whole time w/ his upselling tactics. Also made my latte exactly as ordered and how I like it. After 45yrs within Customer Service, I can only see him as a valued asset! Ty!“

“I want to start by saying we love this place! My husband and I come here once a week for coffee and breakfast! BUT I will say the owners are not personable or very talkative at all. Sometimes they seem almost bothered or feel as you’re being rushed. The girls who work here are super sweet but again they seem to rush you. The layout of having a line of people order and then back track to get your food is odd. It just causes congestion! Again, we love the food but some of the staff just make it to where I don’t want to come anymore. The whole area was so excited for a local breakfast place but I just expected nicer staff I guess. I will say MaKayla (not owner) is always sweet and a girl she typically works dirty blonde hair and usually a ponytail is SO sweet as well!“

“So happy this is here in our community! The owner, Gary, is always welcoming & only hires the friendliest & most helpful staff! They always make you feel like they appreciate you coming there. Love their Salted Caramel flavor! It is always spotless inside, too!“

“Great place to get an icy cool treat. Place is very clean, great employees that have great recommendations as well.“

“Been here a few times now and loved it every time. The employees are great! There's one we usually see and I wish I knew their name, but they always seem very genuine and present in the conversation and I appreciate that. Also, they all make great gelati creations. I hope they all get more money bc they deserve it.“

“WICKED Huge ice cream!!! 🍨🍦 Crazy!!! Haha! I was told the owners are from New Hampshire! Hello from Cape Cod Massachusetts!! Love the name and super cute!!! Not to mention the portions are wildly HUGE! Like too big haha! Never thought I'd say that! We will be back! The paintings and atmosphere are Wicked cute! Open some more spots!! Looking forward to our next visit!“

“Today was our first visit at Ritas. I want to say our ice cream was delicious. We got one cookies and cream shake, one vanilla shake, and a mint custard. I was really impressed to see they made the shakes by hand (with milk, syrup, etc). This is the only place I know of that sells a mint custard!

The only thing I would recommend for the owner is places to sit. When you think about going to an ice cream shop, you think about going and sitting down to enjoy it.. not bringing it back to your car. There’s one bench outside but it was taken. Other than that, great ice cream ?“

“Tyler’s is awesome 🍦🍨 Highly recommend!“

“Best in the city❤️“

“I come here just for the smell!! The smell of waffle cones in the air is the best part. Everyone is super friendly. There is a chalkboard for you to entertain yourself, and the ice cream is so delish and creamy. Love coming here for a pick me up. Highly recommend.“

“Delicious ice cream! Staff is always friendly“

“From the moment you walk in, the positive vibes are palpable. To walking up to the counter and having the friendliest of staff greet you. To getting your rainbow cone and just having to smile because of the flavor and the nostalgia of eating an ice cream cone. Great atmosphere. Great Service. Great food!!!!“

“Excellent food & service“

“The works are always grinding to push out the cookies of the week for customers. Today I experienced an issue with the third party delivery driver in which my order was ready and not picked up in over 30 minutes. I called the store to see if everything was okay and they offered to call the delivery service for me. After that my new driver successfully delivered my cookies and it came with a special note! Thank you to whom ever I spoke with on the phone and the rest of the crew💕“

“I’ve seen this place many times while on the way to the beach. Decided finally to check it out. The cheeseburger was a 10/10. The chicken fingers were 10/10. The fries were 10/10. The Mozzarella sticks were 7/10. The peach shake my wife ordered was a disappointing 3/10. The chocolate shake I ordered was a 7/10.

I’m a little shocked the shakes weren’t better when they are the namesake. The food was super good though.“

“Artisanal Chocolate Heaven in Sarasota – Norman Love Confections

If you’re searching for the best chocolate shop in Sarasota, look no further than Norman Love Confections. As a chocolate lover and dessert enthusiast, I made not one, but two visits during my recent trip—and I’d go back again in a heartbeat.

On my first visit, I picked up a 5-piece box of beautifully crafted artisanal chocolates. Each piece looked like a miniature painting—visual eye candy that delivers unforgettable flavor. Rich, luxurious, and perfectly balanced, these chocolates are made for those who truly appreciate gourmet craftsmanship. Even the elegant boxes are worth saving—so well-designed they feel like gifts themselves.

The mango gelato also blew me away—bright, tropical, and silky smooth. It’s the kind of refreshing treat you’ll crave on a warm Florida day.

The shop is also stocked with a variety of house-made chocolate bars and seasonal specialties, making it easy to discover new favorites or bring home a special edible souvenir. Every bite reflects the brand’s attention to detail and passion for chocolate artistry.

The customer service stood out, too. Xavier, one of the staff members even shared photos of his latte and crepe art, which added a thoughtful, personal touch and made the experience feel extra memorable.

I returned a few days later to pick up a Key Lime Cake and Tiramisu for my family—both were phenomenal. The Key Lime Cake was zesty, creamy, and refreshing, while the Tiramisu was rich, velvety, and indulgent.

Whether you’re a Sarasota local or just passing through, Norman Love Confections is a must-visit for artisan chocolate, luxury desserts, and handcrafted indulgence. It’s a delicious destination for foodies, sweet tooths, and anyone who loves flavor-forward experiences.“

“Just purchased a birthday cake from Menchies for grandsons sixth birthday. Cake was delicious —decorated so amazingly —Mario theme—big hit at his party!!! Great service ..fun place ..recommend !😀“

“I visited Cold Stone a couple of weeks ago. Although it was a bit tricky to find in the mall, once I found it, it was an excellent experience. I was served quickly and politely, and the ice cream - some sort of seasonal, heavenly, cinnamon roll concoction - knocked my socks off. It was insanely sweet, which is exactly what I was looking for. I ate off of it for 3 days. Amazing. 10/10.“

“Their key-lime pie was a highlight of my FL trip!😍😍😍 DELICIOUS! Thank you.“

“Blizzards were 🔥 well worth the price. Everyone loved!“

“I love this sweet little place, and my nephews do too. The owner and staff is so kind, and the ice cream is rich & incredible. We got a sugar cone with cookies & cream and cake cones with rainbow respectively. It's a great spot to get some AC and old-fashioned, not price-gauging ice cream!! There's a nice drink fridge too. Highly recommend!It's right next door to Orange Blossom Cafe if you're looking to grab coffee & ice cream all at once! One of the best little corners in Bradenton.“

“Wonderful excellent place ? delicious and natural juices carrot, beet celery, orange, and what can we say about the vegetables freshly cut fresh fruit and above all they have an area for each preparation excellent the treatment I have been attending the place for 3 years I recommend it 100%% %“

“We were immediately greeted by smiling staff and were patient while my daughter tried 3 flavors before deciding. Icecream is fantastic and a big thank you to Zachary for going above and Beyond when my daughter needed a lid to go, but the ice cream was in the car so he personally walked outside to find the right size for her, which was very nice“

“I pass by this location almost every day on my usual afternoon Starbucks Run. Yesterday I happen to notice something seemed different. Behind the counter, and the establishment in general seemed less cluttered and very clean. I happened to be looking over when the young lady behind the counter made eye contact with me and smiled. She greeted me with the biggest Smile and said, “how are you doing today?” And I told her I was great. I mentioned to her how good things were looking over there. She then introduced herself to me as the new General Manager. I believe she said her name was Sarah. I was struck by how confident yet polite and sophisticated this young lady, Sarah seemed to be managing and ice cream store. I told her that I was waiting in line at Starbucks but sometime I would have to come over and try some ice cream. She again smiled, warmly and enthusiastically welcomed to me to stop by sometime on a break. It’s funny how she had noticed in the past week or two I had been going to Starbucks almost every day. Very observant on her part.Overall, I was thoroughly impressed by being noticed and then so graciously being welcomed to stop by. I will most definitely be going to this location the next time I am craving ice cream.“

“We used to enjoy Sweet Berries, dedpite habitually slow service. No more, after last night. We ordered soups & salads (most likely already prepared) to eat in, then sat & sat & sat while to-go orders were called - several of them had bern put in AFTER we had ordered. After half an hour my husband checked with them as to the status & was told it would be right up. More to-go orders were taken * filled, while we sat, waiting. We finally threw in the towel & demanded our money back & left. We won't ne back, and we will no longer recommend Sweet Berries to others.“

“I will and do literally drive from Ft Myers just to eat here. Something about the burgers and the fry seasoned shoestring fries..delicious!! P.S they use long sliced pickles which makes the burgers even better!!“

“Absolutely fantastic experience! I was the graduation coordinator for a local homeschool support group. I asked local business for donations to be included in the graduates gift bags. Coco Joes went above and beyond with their donations, blessing all of our graduates!!! Such a fun and unique atmosphere with amazing food and desserts!! I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a unique experience. We’ll definitely be coming back soon! I love supporting small businesses and this one is top notch!!“

“Kate was a pleasure.We came in with 12 people and she handled it all so well. No long wait time, the kids were happy and helped first, I forgot to mention she was the only person working that day. Much praise for her patience, how courteous & kind she was to our big family.“

“Stopped in to get a milkshake. This is a little tucked away shop in front of a boat marina. Not much of a place,but the shakes were good. They have about a dozen different flavors. They do have a small outdoor porch to sit enjoy your shake, smoothie, or ice cream. If you like quaint little shops, check this place out.“