29 Best Ice Cream Shops near Pleasant Hill

Over the Top Ice Cream Dessert • $
955 Northeast 56th Street, Pleasant Hill

Customers` Favorites

Blackberry and Lemon Cheesecake Crumble with a Sample Scoop of Peanut Butter Ice Cream
Cookies 'N Cream Cookie Dough Delite Candy Fish Sorbet
Lemon Cheesecake Crumble Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich
Peanut Butter Belly Buster Ice Cream Pizza
Knee Deep in Chocolate Ice Cream Pizza
Homemade Waffle Cone
Ice Cream Flight
Ice Cream Sundae
Ice Cream Quart
Ice Cream Cone

“We were out at an outdoor event in Des Moines. I took notice of an ice cream truck that was not familiar to me. Plenty of flavors to choose from and I was served promptly and with a smile. I could not believe that I could get the same homemade , creamery taste from a food truck ! It was amazing and my only regret is that I shared mine . Best I have had in Iowa and worth every penny , especially on a hot Iowa day!“

4.7 Superb275 Reviews
Sweet Swirls Ice Cream Shop • $
303 Southwest School Street, Ankeny - 10.72 miles

Customers` Favorites

Banana Ice Cream with Strawberry Sauce
Sweet Swirls Rolled Ice Cream
Very Berry Rolled Ice Cream
Strawberry Cheesecake
Peanut Butter Party
Cookie Monster
Fluffy Unicorn
S'Mores
Smore's
Regular

“The girls at Sweet Swirls today were so accommodating! We brought in, from Rock Creek, 12 residents in at once. They listened, took their time, and made sure every order was right. We appreciate it so much!“

4.7 Superb235 Reviews
Mangos Gourmet Paletas Ice Cream Shop • $
2005 Southeast Delaware Avenue Ste B, Ankeny - 9.04 miles

Customers` Favorites

Strawberry Paleta
Birthday Cake
Nutella
Mango

“Great little place. Fun selections and very tidy.“

4.8 Superb117 Reviews
Classic Frozen Custard Ice Cream Shop • $
4000 Southeast 14th Street, Des Moines - 4.86 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Sundae with Reese’S Cups and Brownie
Large Strawberry Custard with Berry Topping
Banana Fudge Banana Peanut Butter
Strawberry Shortcake Deluxe
Custard with Strawberries
Vanilla & Oreo Custard
Strawberry Shortcake
Chocolate Ice Cream
Hot Fudge Sundae
German Chocolate

“Best ice cream in the Des Moines area.“

4.6 Superb253 Reviews
The Scoops Udder Place Ice Cream Shop •
2310 Southeast Delaware Avenue Suite O, Ankeny - 8.87 miles

Customers` Favorites

Strawberry Shortcake in a Bubble Waffle
Cake My Day in a Bubble Waffle
Waffle Taco
Gelato

“This is the BEST place in Ankeny for ice cream! It’s all homemade, friendly staff and such a cute place!“

4.7 Superb143 Reviews
Black Cat Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $
1301 Locust Street Ste D, Des Moines - 6.85 miles

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
Spiced Chai with Caramel Swirl
Chocolate Burbon Vanilla Bean
Killer Bee and Cookie Monster
Blackberry Lemon Sorbet
Cream Cheese Lemon Cake
Raspberry Cheesecake

“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!“

4.6 Superb243 Reviews
The Outside Scoop Ice Cream Shop • $
2410 Southwest White Birch Drive Ste 100, Ankeny - 9.87 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Oreo Cookie Dough
Raspberry Cheesecake
Strawberry Sorbet
Raspberry Sorbet
Tortoise Sundae
Brownie Sundae
Coffee Toffee
Banana Split
Apple Crisp
Cookies

“We loved having Outside Scoop as a vendor at our event! They were friendly, professional, and their ice cream was a favorite with attendees of all ages. A great addition to the event—we’d happily welcome them back anytime! 🍦😊“

4.5 Superb227 Reviews
Uptown Dairy Ice Cream Shop • $
617 Southwest 3rd Street Suite 105, Ankeny - 10.79 miles

Customers` Favorites

Single
Double
Float
Mini
Pint

“This place is amazing! The flavors were all so delicious I could hardly pick one! 😋“

4.6 Superb105 Reviews
La Ventanita Ice Cream Shop • $
3802 6th Avenue, Des Moines - 6.18 miles

Customers` Favorites

Raspado Snow Cone
Elote Chorreado
Mangonada Mix
Banana Split
Tosti Elote
Piña Loka
Sabriloco
Esquites

“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.“

4.7 Superb67 Reviews
Paleteria La Michoacana Ice Cream Shop • $
1552 East Grand Avenue Ste B, Des Moines - 3.82 miles

Customers` Favorites

Strawberries and Cream Popsicle
Raspberry Cheesecake Ice Cream
Torta De Milanesa De Pollo
Nachos Con Carne Asada
Carne Asada Fries
Ice Cream Cone
Flautas

“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!🥰🖤“

4.5 Superb157 Reviews
the creamery.east village Ice Cream Shop •
424 E Locust St, Des Moines - 4.9 miles

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

4.8 Superb44 Reviews
Chocolaterie Stam Gelato • $$
2814 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines - 7.01 miles

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!“

4.7 Superb55 Reviews
Molly's Frozen Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
322 East Court Avenue Ste 105, Des Moines - 4.78 miles

Customers` Favorites

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

“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!“

4.6 Superb58 Reviews
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Fiss

Fiss Sandwich Shop • $
120 IA-5, Carlisle - 6.65 miles

Customers` Favorites

Foot Long Roast Beef Sub
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Wisconsin Cheese Soup
Spicy Italian Sub
Hot Fudige Sundae
Soft Shell Taco
Nachos Grande
Cookie Dough
Butterscotch
Walking Taco

“It was good! First time visiting. Place is clean and inviting enough for a quick sandwich! Service is excellent! I tried a reuben sandwich. It was good enough. Not the best I've ever had, but good! I'll always go here before the alternative, Subway🤮!“

4.7 Superb213 Reviews
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Crumbl

Crumbl Bakery • $$
802 Southeast Oralabor Road Ste 108, Ankeny - 8.71 miles

Customers` Favorites

Strawberry Cheesecake & Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookie
Chocolate Chunk Cookie
Cookies of the Week
Assorted Cookies
Cookie 6 Pack
Pecan Pie
Party Box
Single
4-Pack
Bagel

“Crumbl never disappoints! The cookies are always fresh, soft, and packed with flavor. I love the rotating weekly menu because there’s always something new to try. The staff is friendly, the store is clean, and the ordering process is quick and easy. Whether you’re treating yourself or bringing cookies to a gathering, Crumbl is always a hit. Highly recommend for anyone with a sweet tooth!“

4.6 Superb299 Reviews
the creamery. bondurant Ice Cream Shop •
100 Main St SE Ste 103, Bondurant - 8.3 miles

“yum! can hardly wait for warm weather and a dole whip!“

4.5 Superb24 Reviews
Cold Stone Creamery Ice Cream Shop • $$
1631 Southwest Main Street Ste 102 Suite 102, Ankeny - 10.03 miles

Customers` Favorites

Cookies \u0026 Creamery
Chocolate Devotion

“Ice cream was excellent as always!!“

4.3 Superb102 Reviews
Smokey Row Coffee Coffee Shops • $
1910 Cottage Grove Avenue, Des Moines - 6.39 miles

Customers` Favorites

Cheeseburger Chowder
Biscuits and Gravy
Breakfast Sandwich
Chicken Pot Pie
Grilled Cheese
Turtle Mocha
Iced Latte
Blueberry
Tiramisu
Scones

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

4.4 Superb341 Reviews
Dairy Queen (Treat) Ice Cream Shop • $
1321 East University Avenue, Des Moines - 4.48 miles

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.“

3.8 Good52 Reviews
8 Degrees Cafe & Boba Bubble Tea • $
1315 31st Street Ste a, Des Moines - 7.28 miles

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
Mango Popping
Whipped Cream
Dalgona Lava
Lychee Jelly
Black Pearl

“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! 💚🍵“

4.4 Superb120 Reviews
Dairy Queen (Treat) Ice Cream Shop • $
1319 Army Post Road, Des Moines - 7.24 miles

Customers` Favorites

Ice Cream Cake
Strawberry

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

3.7 Good67 Reviews
El Michoacano Taquería Food Truck Mexican • $
415 East Euclid Avenue, Des Moines - 5.56 miles

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

5 Superb5 Reviews
Chocolaterie Stam Altoona Ice Cream • $
739 Bass Pro Drive Northwest Ste 555, Altoona - 4.77 miles

Customers` Favorites

Gelato

“Had a very helpful and patient young gentleman who helped me pick some delicious 😋 chocolates for my wife and child. They also had some tasty looking Gelato that I will have to go back and try next time!

Super helpful about explanation of types and fillings and was able to suggest good options based on preferences and limitations. 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟

Only downside is it's a little tricky to find. I bet it losses traffic being across from the burger and Chinese joints across the way.“

4.3 Superb59 Reviews
Culver’s American • $
2535 Adventureland Drive, Altoona - 5.19 miles

Customers` Favorites

Bacon Double Cheeseburger
Burger with Cheese Curds
Kids Cheeseburger
Stawberry Custard
Ice Cream Sundaes
Chicken Sandwich
Concrete Mixer
Fish and Chips
Butterburger
Onion Rings

“I went here the other day and my gosh their staff is amazing! I had this sweet young girl take my order and you would’ve thought she’d have years of experience in customer service! I asked how long she had worked there and she said a little over a month. However they are training those kids they are doing amazing!“

4.2 Good350 Reviews
Dairy Queen (Treat) Ice Cream Shop • $
3408 Southwest 9th Street, Des Moines - 5.98 miles

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.“

3.6 Good75 Reviews
Menchie's Frozen Yogurt Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
2105 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines - 6.55 miles

Customers` Favorites

Regular Chocolate Vanilla Swirl
White Chocolate Mousse
Regular Frozen Yogurt
Rich Butter Toffee
Classic Cheesecake
Cookies 'N Cream
Angel Food Cake
Dulce de Leche
Cake Batter

“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.“

3.5 Good90 Reviews
Smokey Row Coffee Coffee Shops • $
1530 Southwest Vintage Parkway, Ankeny - 10.14 miles

Customers` Favorites

Smoked Turkey Croissant Sandwich
Peppermint Mocha Freeze
Biscuits and Gravy
Breakfast Sandwich
Egg Nog Shake
Hamburger

“Great custom service and such an awesome atmosphere“

4 Good194 Reviews
La Premium Michoacana Ice Cream Shop • $
1434 Des Moines Street Ste 10, Des Moines - 4.06 miles

“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.“

3.2 Average72 Reviews
Culver’s American • $
5941 Southeast 14th Street, Des Moines - 5.51 miles

Customers` Favorites

Single Bacon Deluxe Burger
Bacon Double Butterburger
Fries and Cheese Curds
Harvest Burger Served
Ice Cream Sundaes
Beer Battered Cod
Chicken Sandwich
Chicken Fingers
Fish and Chips
Concrete Mixer

“Es un buen restaurante su comida es rica“

3.8 Good344 Reviews

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