41 Best Ice Cream Shops near Siesta Key

“The best gelato this side of Italy 😍“

“Best ice cream on Siesta!“

“The best ice cream in Florida! Generous portions, friendly staff and a wonderful location. You can sit inside or outside, both are fun. Can't wait to go back, yummy!!!“

“I submitted a review through Google, but I will include it here as well. I cannot recommend this shop enough. First time coming was in early Summertime. Came in with friends, craving some ice cream. Not only did this place deliver, I have come back time and time again since receiving the same incredible service and atmosphere Ryan and his team brings. The rotating flavors are a wonderful dream of variety. If anyone is ever looking for a place for that sweet tooth, or a beautiful way to end your Downtown venture, achieve Great Heights. You will leave soaring through Great Heights.“

“Absolutely the BEST ice cream around. As a family we drive an hour nearly every week to eat Jake's ice cream...YES, it's that good! Incredibly kind owner and staff as well, this place is a must visit if in the Sarasota area (and beyond!) Once you've tasted Jake's ice cream it's hard to ever eat anything else, he's raising the standards for homemade ice cream with every flavor - although we all have our favorites we've never tried one we didn't like!! (My personal favorite is Salty Turtle)“

“Awesome experience. Amazing ice cream! Highly recommend for all!“

“Great tasting coffee based ice cream, yummy 🍦“

“This has become my family’s favorite little ice cream spot! The flavors are amazing! And the staff is always friendly 💕“

“What a delightful ice cream find right here in Osprey Florida. Service with a smile and a delicious product. We're introducing our friends to this treat and the Janey's beautiful smile as she crafts each rolled treat. Try this, you won't regret it ;)“

“The best gelato place in this area, let alone Florida! Please open a location in LWR ❤️“

“This place is the best! Anytime we travel to the area we go at least once! They have great service and delicious ice cream with a great selection!“

“3rd Ice Cream shop we went into on the key - and finally - a GF menu (behind the register) and more than 1 flavor offered! I had the Cotton Candy and it was absolutely delicious and did not make me sick! The girls were nice and I was not a hassle for asking about GF.“

“Busy busy busy, day 1 they were out of waffle cones, day 2 they said sorry we're not offering samples at the moment. And the place smells like bug repellent. The icecream is yummy though. Best tasting ice cream. The staff need to get trained for better customer service.“

“A good low cal treat! Delicious too!!“

“The ice cream is fabulous and the waffle cones are made fresh daily. Chocolate peanut butter was rich and creamy. Mint chocolate chip was very minty and the sea salt Carmel had just the right amount of Carmel & salt very creamy. Very clean, no line with a water cooler to gab a sip if you need it.“

“The Custard was really great 😁“

“My family and I spent the afternoon at this pleasant ice cream shop. In addition to the excellent quality of the ice cream, the service was fantastic, including the pets. This filled me with joy.“

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

“Absolutely recommend. We make a trip up to Siesta key every year and HAVE to stop here. Workers are the sweetest and they always have the best service and sweets. 100% make a stop here on your trip!!!“

“🍦🍦🍦❤️❤️❤️ Very good ice cream lots of choice and clean store“

“🍦🍦🍦❤️❤️❤️ Very good ice cream lots of choice and clean store“

“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.“

“I just wanted to let you in on a little secret. I have lived in Sarasota for 3 years and i have found the best ice cream shoppe in Sarasota. Pinecraft Ice Cream is the best. Located at 3350 Bahia Vista St. They have a delicious variety of ice cream some even dairy free. My favorite is the soft serve twist. While your there order a pizza from Village Pizza By Emma. Reminds me of the great pizza when I lived in New York. Tell them Bob sent you.“

“Homemade popsicles and donuts“

“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.“

“Had a great time, at a lovely, fun and imaginative course. I've never seen a mini golf course where flowing water brings the ball to the green. I don't know understand the negative comments - it wasn't worn or old, everything was clean. Pricing was very fair. Ice cream was delicious and the attendant/cashier was friendly.“

“We were looking for somewhere to grab a quick lunch before visiting Mote Aquarium. We wanted somewhere quick and convenient and you can get much more convenient thank the Deep Sea Diner. I had a Nathan’s hotdog, my hubby a burger and my granddaughter had a grilled cheese, all included fries. The servings were more than we could eat. They, also, serve ice cream and shakes. It’s a great, convenient place for lunch or a snack while visiting the aquarium.“

“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 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.“

“🇩🇪 Wundervoller Besuch – absolut empfehlenswert! ❤️❤️❤️🙏🇭🇺 Wir waren gestern in diesem liebevoll geführten Laden und sind rundum begeistert! Der Baumkuchen war ein Traum – frisch, saftig und mit viel Liebe gemacht. Dazu ein hervorragender Kaffee, der das Genusserlebnis perfekt abgerundet hat. Besonders hervorheben möchten wir die unglaublich freundliche Eigentümerin, mit der wir ein sehr nettes Gespräch führen durften. Man spürt sofort, mit wie viel Herzblut sie ihr Geschäft führt. Auch der Service war aufmerksam und herzlich – man fühlt sich sofort willkommen. Das Geschäft selbst ist sehr sauber und gepflegt, mit einer warmen Atmosphäre, in der man gerne verweilt. Wir kommen definitiv wieder – ein echter Geheimtipp!“

“Very sweet treat and very yummy !

Vegetarian options: good options for everything

Dietary restrictions: good options

Parking: Good parking

Kid-friendliness: sweet and good for summer

Wheelchair accessibility: Parking for everyone“

“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.“

“Too many yummy things to pick“

“duros preparados con extra aguacate son sabrosos“

“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💕“

“Amazing ice cream and chocolate! Best in the area for sure“

“Such a cool place!!! The employee that served us was amazing, super friendly and helpful since it was our first time here. The desserts were delicious. I can’t explain the texture, it’s like nothing else I’ve ever tried. It’s not like traditional shaved ice. It’s cold but creamy and light. Melts in your mouth. Definitely a must try!“

“I LOVE ❤️ the donkey!“

“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.“

“We got a dozen split among six flavors and they were ALL delicious. Pistachio and Tiramisu were far and away the best, absolutely stunning. Not cheap but well worth the price for a little treat. We're looking to see if they ship, ha.“

“large, delicious sandwiches!“