50 Best Ice Cream Shops in Atlanta

“Such a great ice cream shop. Look close you'll almost miss it, but it's so good there were people waiting outside to get in. LOL The flavors were incredible and the best vegan Ice cream I've had. Thank you.“

“The staff is extremely friendly! It’s one of my favorite stops for ice cream! It’s a clean establishment and the employees demonstrate real pride in their work! They greet you with a warm hello! Ben & Jerry’s Inman Park is my dessert go-to!“

“I highly recommend this ice cream bar! From the moment I arrived, I received a warm and welcoming greeting. Since it was my first visit, the staff took the time to explain the menu and share details about the offerings and the neighborhood. They provide both soft serve and vegan ice cream options. I chose the coconut soft serve in a matcha waffle cone, which was absolutely delicious! I can't wait to return for the ginger beer float—yes, you read that correctly! I plan to use the coconut ice cream for that as well.“

“So I've been following your page about 2 months and I just kept thinking how much my daughter would like it. So being that it's graduation week my daughter graduated 5th grade and is going into 6th as an honor roll student I decided this would be a little treat for our first day off. When I tell you I was not disappointed... I WAS NOT DISAPPOINTED!!!!! From the fun and vibrant colors when you walk in the door to the very helpful and sweet young woman behind the counter named TT and to the treat itself.. COMPLETELY LOVED IT!!! The pineapple whip is absolutely delicious. I got the Georgia peach tea slushie with pineapple Dole whip and I will be getting that again it was so refreshing so delicious! My daughter got the dolenada(pineapple dole with chamoy and tajin. It was delicious!!! From walking in the door until we walked out the door TT made the whole experience and truly is an asset to your brand!! We will be back and will bring friends. Ps. TT thank you so much for being so kind I am grateful and I wish you nothing but success in your college endeavors“

“Our favorite date night dessert spot. The. Best. Gelato. PERIODT!!!“

“I liked the peach cobbler ice cream but I fell in love with the pistachio brittle😭😭😭“

“I had an amazing experience with the Glaciers Italian Ice Boys it’s black owned the flavors are GREAT and I love the way he helps out the community and young men around I most definitely will support again“

“Absolutely delicious strawberry ice cream i’m waffle cone 👌🏾“

“Awesome Ice Cream. Period. 👍👍👍“

“Absolutely delicious strawberry ice cream i’m waffle cone 👌🏾“

“I think the size I order is considered a pint. I got butter pecan with extra, extra, extra pecans! The man who took my order was so kind and had the most pleasant smile. He was so considerate with asking how far did I have to travel and when I told him the distance, he wrapped my container of ice cream up nicely in Saran wrap and advised me to put it in the freezer as soon as I reached home. I should have left a tip, but I usually don’t leave tips for to go service. I will be back there again and if he’s there I will leave a tip, because of all the times I’ve ordered my ice cream, no one has gone above and beyond like he did. Thank you for your thoughtfulness!“

“Absolutely zero options to remove any topping. Doesn't matter if you can't tolerate cheeses. Take it or leave it says the parrot at the order counter.“

“I love this place! They have such a huge variety of flavors, and my favorite is coconut. It has a smooth, fresh taste with the perfect level of sweetness. I always get it in a waffle cone — it’s delicious! The location is great, there are parks nearby for a nice walk, and they’re always super friendly.“

“Paolo non vende solo gelato ma pasta ,salse biscotti tutto italiano e biologico …e tanto altro ancora . Per tutta la mia famiglia è un ottimo punto di riferimento ad Atlanta 👍“

“This is the best ice cream in Atlanta. I've tried a variety if places since moving here in 2021, and this place is the best. They actually do HOMEMADE ice cream, not Hershey. Also the flavors are well balanced, creative, and they use a good percentage of air/overrun so the ice cream has a rich creamy texture. Lastly, the customer service is great.“

“Quality Ice Cream!!! Awesome People Great Customer Service! I recommend recommend!!!“

“Visited this amazing shop earlier for a double scoop cone! It lived up to the hype. The ice cream is delicious! They even have tasty vegan options. It was wonderful! We had an awesome time here. The atmosphere was lovely, classic, and timeless. The staff are truly pleasant and very helpful if you aren't sure of what you want to try. There are many delicious flavors. Definitely worth the trip!“

“The weather was nice, the friends were out for a stroll after a morning of volunteering, what better reasons to stop into Big Softie for a cool treat! LoL. As I walked in my senses were attacked by fresh smells of sweet cream and fresh waffle cones. To say I was instantly excited would be an understatement. I was overjoyed by the instant memories of childhood and the local ice cream parlor. The nostalgia was free with my order. Ha! Walking up to the cashier to order, the young lady was very nice and greeted me with a smile. As I was the last of the group to order I knew what I wanted. I partook in a small vanilla on a cake cone with rainbow sprinkles (jimmies where I’m from). I placed my order, provided my name, and stood to the side. Once my order was ready, my name was called and my excitement started all over again. The ice cream was perfectly sculpted. It looked as if every sprinkle was perfectly placed and the ice cream to cone ratio was perfecttttttttttttttttttt. I’m one who bites the top of the swirl off first and upon FIRST BITE… I was planning my next visit back. LoL. Fresh Ice Cream Fresh Cone Super Fresh Sprinkles And best of all, the cream to sugar ratio was algebraically perfect. It’s official. I’ll be back in two weeks for my next fix. Dare I say, Big Softie is now in my Top 5 for Ice Cream, and #1 for Soft Serve. Do yourself a favor and get you some. 🥳“

“I NEEDED this treat today! New Orleans Praline Pecan ice cream for the win.“

“Their ice cream is so good!! I absolutely love the carrot cake and coffee gelato. The service is amazing, and I can’t wait to come back.“

“To be honest this place is elegant but has a refreshing Taste palate. Not only does it make you feel like your having an honest great experience 1st hand of gelato or not to mention that it's not something you'll have every day so they make the experience more desirable than anything“

“The Italian ices are delicious. They have so many flavors it’s hard choosing.“

“This Ice cream was probably the best I’ve ever had! And they had vegan options for my niece!“

“Waffle cones elite 💥. We love this place“

“Unique flavors, kid friendly, stays open late but most of all the employees are awesome! #HBCUstudents“

“Dan made my visit to River Street Sweets at The Battery a great experience. As soon as I walked in, he welcomed me with a smile and was friendly, helpful, and attentive throughout my visit. His customer service stood out, and he made me feel genuinely appreciated as a customer. I’ll definitely be back!“

“Kaisa is really passionate about cake making and always tries to integrate surprising ingredients in her beautiful cakes (think about chicon and beer). She can also make vegan and gluten free versions. My personal favorite is the earl grey cake!“

“Always delicious ice cream, and it smells incredible inside with the waffle cones. 🍨“

“Amazing Sweets! I would recommend it to anyone .“

“We tried the matcha mango sticky rice! Highly recommend it with matcha ice cream and asking for extra coconut rice. Dessert was a 10/10! There is limited parking in front of the store. I would recommend parking in the plaza behind the store.“

“Out of every ice cream spot I visited across the USA, this one took the crown without question. The flavor variety was incredible, the prices were surprisingly reasonable, and the young, energetic staff made the whole experience feel warm and genuine.“

“Yes interesting menu and great flavors“

“Absolutely delicious strawberry ice cream i’m waffle cone 👌🏾“

“LOVE this Rita’s! Barbara is awesome and was super patient with my little one in helping her decide which flavor she wanted. Custard is AMAZINGGGGG and the ice flavors are so delicious. None can compare!“

“I would just like to give a BIG shout out to the staff at the Toco Hills location. Two days ago I placed an order for delivery to my son on his Birthday June 10th as a surprise. I had never ordered from them nor had anything delivered from them. When I placed the order everything was super easy. But I messed up and put in the address completely wrong. When I tried to revise, it wouldn't let me on line. I called the store for help, the girl who answered the phone was so polite and so helpful. She tried everything she could to help me but unfortunately she couldn't figure it out either. So I said, it's ok, thanks I will try again on my end. I still couldn't cancel or update. I called back the next morning and got another person who AGAIN was extremely patient and so very helpful. She did everything she could as well to help, finally she got a manager and they canceled my first order and we got it all straightened out. My son received his cookies today and enjoyed them so much and was also very surprised. I am so sorry I did not get anyone's name, but Management needs to know that you and your staff are doing a great job and are giving great customer service. Something that has lately gone by the wayside. I will definitely purchase again! Thank you.“

“Absolutely incredible. The food was so fresh and delicious; you can taste it before even the first bite. A simple vanilla icecream taste so rich and decadent. I will certainly be returning-a fantastic gem.

Vegetarian options: There’s veggies, falafel, potatoes, veggie wraps, salads

Dietary restrictions: They have all types of options for vegan, vegetarian and pescatarian

Parking: Plenty of parking in the lot in front and across the store

Wheelchair accessibility: Storefront is ground level with wide spaces“

“It is so good so fun to make memories with my family and friends and would so go again.“

“I ordered Uber Eats from Donuts and Ice Cream – Atlantic Station in Atlanta, and I was genuinely impressed with how good everything was.

I got the strawberry with sprinkles donut and the maple donut, and both were fresh, soft, and flavorful. The strawberry one had a really nice sweetness without being overpowering, and the sprinkles added a fun texture without making it too sugary. The maple donut was my favorite of the two it had that rich, warm maple flavor that actually tastes real, not artificial, and it paired perfectly with the soft dough.

Overall, I would rank this spot as a solid number 3 compared to other well-known donut places I’ve tried like The Salty Donut and Revolution Doughnuts. Those two are still in a higher tier for me in terms of consistency and unique flavor variety, but Donuts and Ice Cream holds its own surprisingly well.

In fact, I’d say it comfortably beats Sarah’s Donuts by a mile. The texture alone is better lighter, fresher, and less dense. Sarah’s tends to feel a bit more basic in comparison, while Donuts and Ice Cream actually gives you that “fresh bakery” experience even through delivery.

What stood out most is that even after delivery, the donuts didn’t feel stale or heavy. They still had that soft, almost melt-in-your-mouth quality, which is hard to maintain with Uber Eats orders.

If I had to summarize:

* ⭐ Flavor: Very good
* ⭐ Freshness: Better than expected for delivery
* ⭐ Ranking: #3 overall in my personal donut list
* ⭐ Standout: Maple donut
* ⭐ Verdict: Definitely worth ordering again when I’m craving something sweet and simple

Overall, a strong underrated spot in Atlanta that delivers quality donuts without trying too hard to be overly complicated.“

“Probably the best ice cream I’ve ever had! I would recommend it everyone! Amazing flavors, add ins and the texture is the best!“

“Soooo happy Andy’s is finally here! This location is clean, has friendly customer service, and the ice cream is somehow better than other locations. I can’t wait to come back :)“

“Big Sofie reminds me of Carvel in cream. They have soft serve ice cream with syrups and toppings.
There is very limited parking and it does cost.
I got vanilla soft serve with hot fudge toped with honeycomb candy. The hot fudge was very good but I could have used a little more. They gave me lots of honeycomb.
There were three seats in the shop and a few outdoor seats.“

“This is one of my favorite places to “treat yourself” in midtown— good quality ingredients, tasty treats, and friendly staff! I like the convenience of its location right on the Beltline across from Piedmont Park, too. I highly recommend it, my friends and I go pretty often!“

“Muito bom o local, milkshake de cook & cream é fantástico, vale a pena provar“

“I hadn’t visited in years but glad I visited today. As everything has increased, they are now $6. I paid $4 two years ago. The attendant was so nice and friendly. She gave me a bag to hold my popsicles so they won’t melt as fast. Live the lemon ginger!!“

“Great Cookies !“

“The funnel cakes are the Bomb ♥️“

“amazing food, give it a try“

“Overpriced but pretty good“

“El amor y la dulzura de picos me llenan de alegría y satisfacción“

“Today I visited shake shack and was assisted by Ms. Marsha. She was a lovely woman who helped me and my girlfriend order our food, assist us with condiments and any other questions I had. I highly recommend her service to be front and center and the reason I would come
back to this location specifically!!! Thank you Ms. Marsha !“