19 Best Ice Cream Shops near Auburn

“First time going to coco’s ever! I’ve lived in Auburn for a long time and finally took my kiddos after a softball game. The service was great, staff was friendly. My kids loved the table games that were available. With the closure of Ronnie’s, we have been on the hunt for a new ice cream spot. Coco’s will definitely be visited again. Four of us got soft serve, including one sundae. Everything was delicious and the portions were perfect! Thank you!“

“Hi, I just wanted to say I’ve been a customer at Tutti Frutti for over 3 + years, and I’ve never experienced service as great as I did yesterday evening. The young lady and young man working were both so kind, welcoming, and professional. Also, when I asked for the number to contact you , the young lady looked a little nervous, so I just wanted to make sure she knows she did absolutely nothing wrong , quite the opposite actually! She did an amazing job, and both of them deserve praise for their customer service.“

“Had Mr. Beast today and it was awesome! will have this again.“

“Had a great Chocolate Chip here the past couple of years, and it's my go-to. Seriously delicious. Most recently, I decided to try the Rocky Road and was sadly disappointed. For some reason, they added almond extract - much too much almond extract that left bitter notes lingering on the palette. Unfortunately this overpowered everything else including the chocolate; a chocolate based ice cream should be chocolate forward. Instead of actual toasted almonds, which would have given that pleasing pop of nutty almond flavor, they used walnuts that, naturally, got soft and spongy. I had to try and figure out what that strange texture was that I was biting into. The marshmallow was some sort of sauce, had a very slimey mouth feel to it, and there was way too much in it turning the cone into a slimy, instead of creamy, treat. I don't think I've ever thrown out ice cream before until then. And it makes me sad because it's so simple to make an excellent Rocky Road. I honestly believe I chose the worst possible alternative, and thats completely on me (but if you want to bring someone you hate a treat, bring them this one).

Service here is always excellent, the staff is friendly, the portions are good, and they do a great job overall.“

“I live quite far away, but I still make the drive here regularly because it’s totally worth it. The menu selection is so diverse and truly authentic Vietnamese street food. The bánh tráng trộn (rice paper salad) is delicious! I'm a big fan of rice paper salad. I've tried it in many states and spots, but this one is definitely among the top for me. Highly recommend!“

“Very friendly and the banana boat is to die for on a hot day or date night. Serves two people easily 😋 Delicioso“

“Ice cream and gelato differ fundamentally in their formulation, processing, and physical properties, all of which stem from nuanced variations in food chemistry. Both are frozen emulsions of fat, water, and air stabilized by proteins and sugars, but the ratios and techniques used to create them yield distinct textures and flavor profiles.

Ice cream typically contains a higher fat content—often between 10–16%—due to the use of heavy cream. This elevated fat level contributes to a richer mouthfeel and acts as a barrier to flavor release, which is why ice cream often requires more intense flavoring. Additionally, ice cream is churned at higher speeds, incorporating more air (known as overrun), which can reach up to 100%. This results in a lighter, fluffier texture but dilutes flavor intensity.

Gelato, by contrast, uses more milk than cream, resulting in a fat content closer to 4–8%. This lower fat matrix allows for more immediate flavor perception. Gelato is churned more slowly, incorporating less air—typically 20–30% overrun—which gives it a denser, silkier texture. It’s also served at slightly warmer temperatures than ice cream, reducing firmness and enhancing flavor volatility.

From a colloidal chemistry perspective, the differences in fat globule dispersion, air cell size, and freezing point depression all contribute to the sensory divergence between these two frozen desserts.“

“My kids love the ice cream and we love the north shore style roast beef sandwiches! The fries are amazing“

“Delicious ice cream no matter what you order!“

“MOTW has the best chai in the city. I love the soft, creamy, silky texture of their Yemeni chai. I love the way they decorated the 38th st location, very inclusive and powerful pictures. Great spot to get some work or reading done. Also love their prayer or meditation area. It’s such a wonderful coffee shop. Usually Raadia is there when we go and she’s such a kind and friendly soul, always so helpful and customer focused.“

“The best frozen yogurt and the staff is always super nice and friendly!“

“Enjoyed every bite of fish & chips/onion rings. It came out fast and hot. Waitress Lilly was very attentive and we definitely will be back.“

“Awesome service! Good food and great customer satisfaction! Definitely a place to take my money!“

“Quick service, great menu, good food and friendly staff. what more could you want for a Pizza Express located at a Motorway Service area.“

“The Broadway Restaurant catered our Thanksgiving meal for us, and it was amazing! Every single dish was beyond delicious. What really meant the world to us was how they created a special no/low-fat, low-sugar meal just for my husband. They didn’t just “make it work” they made it delicious. He got to enjoy Thanksgiving without worrying about anything, and that was huge for us. It felt like such a gift…thoughtful, personal, and absolutely delicious from start to finish. We’re just so grateful. They made the holiday feel easy, happy, and honestly… pretty darn perfect. Thank you to everyone who played a part in preparing such a wonderful meal for our family. We appreciate it so much!“

“clean classy fresh and natural cozy vibes and great prices“

“Love the place. But I got a chocolate crisp bar, but there was only like 10 crisps in the whole bar. And that is not an exaggeration. It is new on the menu, so hoping Hebert corrects this.“

“Insomnia cookies seems a bit pricey up front.
But nowhere else can you get your favorite cookies warm and gooey on demand.
You get what you pay for. And you're paying for quality, convenience, and service. This place makes a perfect ending to an evening out.“