20 Best Ice Cream Shops in Des Moines

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  • Classic Frozen Custard 4000 Southeast 14th Street, Des Moines Ice Cream Shop · $

    1 Classic Frozen Custard

    4.6 Superb 261 Reviews

    4000 Southeast 14th Street, Des Moines

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery
    • Drive-Through

    Customers’ favorites

    • Chocolate Sundae with Reese’S Cups and Brownie
    • Large Strawberry Custard with Berry Topping
    • Banana Fudge Banana Peanut Butter
    • Strawberry Shortcake Deluxe

    “Best ice cream in the Des Moines area.”

  • Black Cat Ice Cream 1301 Locust Street Ste D, Des Moines Ice Cream Shop · $

    2 Black Cat Ice Cream

    4.6 Superb 247 Reviews

    1301 Locust Street Ste D, Des Moines

    • Take-Out

    Customers’ favorites

    • Brown Sugar Cookie Dough & Caramel Cone
    • Strawberry Ice Cream and Strawberry Hav
    • Brown Butter Cookie Dough Ice Cream
    • Ice Cream Names Listed in Review

    “The ice cream here is absolutely delicious! I was also honored to meet the owner and some of the staff while I was working at a local haunted house and they were so much fun to be around! I will always love this place!”

  • Chocolaterie Stam 2814 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines Gelato · $$

    3 Chocolaterie Stam

    4.7 Superb 139 Reviews

    2814 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Great Place for a Coffee
    • Gelato

    “We submitted a large order for a 500+ person annual event--very impressed with the communication, professionalism, and high-quality of the chocolate, personalized with our logo and packaged as gifts, for our guests. Chocolaterie Stam will definitely top of our list for future gifts as a special treat!”

  • Paleteria La Michoacana 1552 East Grand Avenue Ste B, Des Moines Ice Cream Shop · $

    4 Paleteria La Michoacana

    4.5 Superb 157 Reviews

    1552 East Grand Avenue Ste B, Des Moines

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Strawberries and Cream Popsicle
    • Raspberry Cheesecake Ice Cream
    • Torta De Milanesa De Pollo
    • Nachos Con Carne Asada

    “SO good I got the pecan hot chocolate + the chicken tamales with the salsa verde. 11/10 seriously! I can’t wait to come back and try the ice cream!🥰🖤”

  • La Ventanita 3802 6th Avenue, Des Moines Ice Cream Shop · $

    5 La Ventanita

    4.7 Superb 67 Reviews

    3802 6th Avenue, Des Moines

    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Raspado Snow Cone
    • Elote Chorreado
    • Mangonada Mix
    • Banana Split

    “This place is the best i honestly can’t believe ive never heard of this place before, my car broke down on the side of the road due to a popped tire, this girl with glasses waiting outside to clock in walked out of her own car to lend me a hand and completely changed my tire on her own in return i offered her 80 bucks but she said no and it was just a kind gesture i went inside got a couple of snacks for my nicks and the food is just so amazing they can’t stop eating it.”

  • the creamery.east village 424 East Locust Street, Des Moines Ice Cream Shop

    6 the creamery.east village

    4.8 Superb 44 Reviews

    424 East Locust Street, Des Moines

    • Delivery

    “Had an awesome first visit!! I had the Dole Whip & my son had a Pina Colada shake. Both were delicious!!! 🍍 What a great spot!!”

  • Molly's Frozen 322 East Court Avenue Ste 105, Des Moines Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt · $

    7 Molly's Frozen

    4.6 Superb 58 Reviews

    322 East Court Avenue Ste 105, Des Moines

    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Build-Your-Own Ice Cream Sandwich
    • Chocolate Ice Cream
    • Molly's Mashups
    • Ice Cream Cone

    “A friend and I came in to Molly's Frozen for the first time tonight. Such fun staff! We sampled several flavors of their ice cream, and thankfully the staff didn't get tired of giving us samples because it was hard to choose! We finally decided to get two pints of vanilla and then went over to Molly's Cupcakes to pick out some delicious cupcakes to go with our ice cream! Great shop! Highly recommend them!”

  • LA MICHOACANA ICE CREAM 4944 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt · $

    8 LA MICHOACANA ICE CREAM

    4.5 Superb 68 Reviews

    4944 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines

    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Carne Asada Fries
    • Birria Tacos
    • Banana Split
    • Tostilocos

    “SO good I got the pecan hot chocolate + the chicken tamales with the salsa verde. 11/10 seriously! I can’t wait to come back and try the ice cream!🥰🖤”

  • El Michoacano Taquería 2922 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines Mexican · $

    9 El Michoacano Taquería

    4.6 Superb 240 Reviews

    2922 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • 2 Chorizo Sopes and 2 Al Pastor Tacos
    • Vegan Nachos Michoacanos
    • Vegan Michoacano Burrito
    • Carne Asada Quesadilla

    “Vegan menu! Tortas were soft and delicious and the nachos were the best I ever had!”

  • Dairy Queen (Treat) 6842 University Avenue, Des Moines Ice Cream Shop · $

    10 Dairy Queen (Treat)

    4.2 Good 181 Reviews

    6842 University Avenue, Des Moines

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery
    • Drive-Through

    Customers’ favorites

    • French Silk Pie Blizzard
    • Oreo Blizzard Treat
    • Blizzard Cakes
    • Ice Cream Cake

    “As Senator Grassley says, it's a good place for u kno what. I agree.”

  • Good Eatins 5418 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines Southern · $

    11 Good Eatins

    4.5 Superb 160 Reviews

    5418 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines

    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Chicken Strips with Mac and Cheese and Red Beans and Rice
    • Fried Catfish with Greens and Cornbread
    • Philly Steak & Cheese Egg Rolls
    • Baked Beans and Mac Cheese

    “Could have been 5 🌟 but 3 of the sides we wanted to try weren't available and she makes them fresh on Tuesday and today is Wednesday and we couldnt get 3 of the choices on the menu.... super frustrating to have to settle for sides we didnt want to choose because a day after things were made theyre all out ..... we will come back on a Tuesday so we can be assured to try the sides we want..... the food we did order was delicious..... some of the best chicken strips we've tried..... we will be back for sure ....... we'll be in Heaven when we can try what we want”

  • Smokey Row Coffee 1910 Cottage Grove Avenue, Des Moines Coffee Shops · $

    12 Smokey Row Coffee

    4.4 Superb 393 Reviews

    1910 Cottage Grove Avenue, Des Moines

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery
    • Drive-Through

    Customers’ favorites

    • Cheeseburger Chowder
    • Biscuits and Gravy
    • Breakfast Sandwich
    • Chicken Pot Pie

    “They have the best coffee and yummy food!!”

  • 8 Degrees Cafe & Boba 1315 31st Street Ste a, Des Moines Bubble Tea · $

    13 8 Degrees Cafe & Boba

    4.4 Superb 126 Reviews

    1315 31st Street Ste a, Des Moines

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Taro Vanilla Swirl Soft-Serve Ice Cream with Egg Pudding on the Bottom
    • Match Green Tea Bubble Tea
    • Strawberry Popping
    • New Taro Smoothie

    “i discovered 8 Degrees in Des Moines when I was dropping my son off at Drake in May, and I immediately fell in love with this place! ❤ The fruit tea series is absolutely amazing. I especially love the Dragon Fruit Tea and the 8 Degrees, which includes fresh lemongrass—it is beyond amazing! Everything tastes so fresh and flavorful, and I love all of the fresh options they offer. Since moving my son to Des Moines, I make it a point to visit 8 Degrees every time I fly in. I usually make it there at least 3–4 times during my stay! The customer service is wonderful, the drinks are delicious, and you can really taste the quality and freshness in everything. If you’re in Des Moines, you definitely need to give 8 Degrees a try. It has quickly become one of my favorite places to visit! 💚🍵”

  • Dairy Queen (Treat) 1321 East University Avenue, Des Moines Ice Cream Shop · $

    14 Dairy Queen (Treat)

    3.8 Good 126 Reviews

    1321 East University Avenue, Des Moines

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery
    • Drive-Through

    Customers’ favorites

    • Ice Cream Sandwich
    • Quart of Ice Cream
    • Ice Cream Cake
    • Banana Split

    “The lady that works there is very nice and I like the Facebook deals they offer.”

  • El Michoacano Taquería Food Truck 415 East Euclid Avenue, Des Moines Mexican · $

    15 El Michoacano Taquería Food Truck

    5.0 Superb 8 Reviews

    415 East Euclid Avenue, Des Moines

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    “Vegan menu! Tortas were soft and delicious and the nachos were the best I ever had!”

  • Dairy Queen (Treat) 1319 Army Post Road, Des Moines Ice Cream Shop · $

    16 Dairy Queen (Treat)

    3.7 Good 182 Reviews

    1319 Army Post Road, Des Moines

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery
    • Drive-Through

    Customers’ favorites

    • Ice Cream Cake
    • Strawberry

    “Are you keeping Cherry Dip Cones? since you are a franchise?”

  • Dairy Queen (Treat) 3408 Southwest 9th Street, Des Moines Ice Cream Shop · $

    17 Dairy Queen (Treat)

    3.6 Good 165 Reviews

    3408 Southwest 9th Street, Des Moines

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery
    • Drive-Through

    Customers’ favorites

    • Ice Cream Cupcakes
    • Heath Blizzard
    • Banana Split

    “Friendly staff, great hours, solid treats. I was happy to have a clean, well lit, well staffed, fully stocked DQ that is open late. I see the bad reviews and hope to never have such an experience, but I would return to this location any time.”

  • Menchie's Frozen Yogurt 2105 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt · $

    18 Menchie's Frozen Yogurt

    3.5 Good 98 Reviews

    2105 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Regular Chocolate Vanilla Swirl
    • White Chocolate Mousse
    • Regular Frozen Yogurt
    • Rich Butter Toffee

    “Menchie's Frozen yogurt is a great treat. I like that it has no preservatives and no additives. It has a great variety of flavors. I'm so glad I found a good frozen yogurt place. I also love the friendly staff.”

  • La Premium Michoacana 1434 Des Moines Street Ste 10, Des Moines Ice Cream Shop · $

    19 La Premium Michoacana

    3.2 Average 72 Reviews

    1434 Des Moines Street Ste 10, Des Moines

    • Delivery

    “I recently visited La Premium Michoacana and had a wonderful experience. The shop had a bright, welcoming atmosphere, and the display was filled with an impressive variety of ice cream flavors, popsicles, and other frozen treats. Everything looked fresh and colorful, making it hard to decide what to order. I ended up trying one of the ice cream flavors, and it was absolutely delicious. It was rich, creamy, and packed with flavor, tasting fresh with every bite. The portions were generous, and there were so many unique flavors to choose from that I'll definitely have to come back to try more. The staff was friendly, patient, and happy to answer questions about the different options. Overall, I was very impressed with the quality, selection, and service. The shop was clean, well organized, and a great place to stop for a sweet treat with family or friends. If you're looking for delicious ice cream and plenty of flavor choices, La Premium Michoacana is definitely worth a visit.”

  • Culver’s 5941 Southeast 14th Street, Des Moines American · $

    20 Culver’s

    3.8 Good 344 Reviews

    5941 Southeast 14th Street, Des Moines

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery
    • Drive-Through

    Customers’ favorites

    • Single Bacon Deluxe Burger
    • Bacon Double Butterburger
    • Fries and Cheese Curds
    • Harvest Burger Served

    “Es un buen restaurante su comida es rica”

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