34 Best Ice Cream Shops near South Portland

“Who doesn't love an old school ice cream place with a line of 20 people waiting on a Saturday night?!?

Sign me up. Husband is a Cookie Monster so, after dinner somewhere else, he found this spot and drove us here to satisfy the sweet tooth.

When we saw the line of people and bustling parking lot, we knew we were onto something.

Fortunately, the menu isn't that large or complex so it moves quickly and we waited probably 10 minutes if that.

We tried an old school vanilla hot fudge sundae with nuts and whipped cream (me) and my husband got the chocolate brownie soft serve and absolutely loved it as well.“

“Great ice cream and great staff“

“On behalf of the Cape Elizabeth Little League, thank you for your kind donation of our new microwave! In addition your tasty treats, your commitment to your community and staff (even former ones!) is admirable. We'll be back!“

“Outstanding fare; courteous, professional staff; charming atmosphere; a must—highly recommend! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Food good but way too slow, was freezing inside…. If prepared to sit you will enjoy…“

“Gelato Fiasco was one of our favorite dessert stops in Portland. The whole experience is incredibly easy and fun—they’ll let you sample whatever flavors you want, and when you’re ready, you can build your cup with as many different flavors as you’d like.

Everything we tried was delicious. The gelato is very light and smooth, so even after trying several flavors it never felt overly heavy or too sweet. There’s also enough variety that it’s easy to find something for everyone.

The staff was extremely friendly and patient while we sampled our way through the options, which made the experience even better.

Overall, I’d absolutely recommend Gelato Fiasco. If you’re looking for ice cream or gelato in Portland, this is easily one of the top spots in the city.“

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“Best Gelato I’ve ever had! I’ve been to a few different places but none even compare. I had the Hazelnut and Sea Salt Caramel and they were mouth watering. My bf had Maine Wild Blueberry and Oreo and we almost went back for more that night! Eagerly waiting for Boston Creme to come back so I can try it!!“

“Twin swirls has great ice cream in a super convenient and fun location! The staff is friendly and the welcoming vibe is worth the trip. Don’t forget to bring the pup for their special doggie treats! What an awesome addition to the neighborhood!“

“Loves this place! We came 2 days in a row! Food was awesome, we had the crispy chicken wrap, poutine and smash burgers. All 10/10. Rooftop view was awesome! And we had George as our server and he was great! Polite, good mood, very accommodating! Highly recommend!“

“As an avid ice cream lover, I can confidently say Dear Dairy's ice cream is undoubtedly the absolute best I have ever had... I've never been to their storefront, but I found their ice cream at my local dairy barn in a small town in Maine. I do not foresee myself stumbling upon anything better anytime soon. The flavors are the most rich I have ever tasted. My personal favorites are Sourdough Cookie and Vanilla de Veracruz. This is the best vanilla ice cream I think I will ever have in my entire life, and that's not an exaggeration. Please do not ever retire this one; I simply don't know what I would do!“

“everything is excellent there...“

“The ice cream was delicious with many unique and tasty flavors!! The owner was very kind and friendly as well. I will definitely be back!!“

“Wonderful coffee and barista!“

“always a favorite stop for years.“

“Incredible customer service! I cannot say enough great things about Len Libby’s. I have been going there for years. Called today and they put together the most amazing baskets! Great quality they went above and beyond. Thank you Len Libby Candies!!“

“I have been there on numerous occasions and I’ve tried so many different flavors. They just do such a great job with their ice cream very creamy, flavorful and good value.“

“A sweet stop, this place is. 🍨🍬

If you have a sweet tooth, prepare your willpower. Mine disappeared almost immediately.

The candy selection is huge, with everything from nostalgic favorites to classic favorites, plus plenty of fun gifts and novelty snacks to browse while you wait.

The real star, though, was the gelato. I went with the caramel brownie and pistachio, and both were incredibly creamy, rich, and full of flavor. The caramel brownie was loaded with chocolatey goodness, while the pistachio had a smooth, authentic nutty flavor that kept me coming back for another bite. A combination worthy of a return visit, it is.

They also offer milkshakes, bubble waffles, smoothies, churros, and other desserts if you're looking for something beyond ice cream.

Trust your feelings on this one. Your sweet tooth will thank you.“

“I had such a wonderful experience at Crumbl, and I especially want to recognize Lindsey for her outstanding customer service.

From the moment she helped us, Lindsey was friendly, attentive, and genuinely cared about making sure we had a great experience. She took the time to answer our questions, made helpful recommendations, and made everything feel easy and enjoyable.

Exceptional customer service is hard to find these days, and Lindsey truly went above and beyond\. Her professionalism, kindness, and positive attitude made all the difference. We’re so grateful for her help and truly appreciate the amazing experience.

Thank you, Lindsey, for your dedication and for providing such outstanding service. You’re a tremendous asset to the team!“

“I live that they have so many different flavors ~ including gluten free cones and ice cream. It is definitely a place I will visit for the next 20 years 😋😋😋“

“Great ice cream. The best we’ve ever had.“

“Best Ice Cream in Old Orchard Beach! Do not miss stopping for this great tasting product! Highly Recommended!“

“Great to have Local ice cream hangout. Cheers!“

“wonderful little spot.great staff nice prices beautiful place.“

“Thank you for providing dairy free options for my wife who cannot have dairy - I think it was called a dilly bar and she loved it. I have been enjoying Oreo Blizzards here for over 30 years as a nice cool treat - they make it the same every time!“

“My son has been asking for sonic ice cream since summer began. Deering ice cream was the only person/place/truck who had sonic. (And we've been to a lot). He was helpful to keep me informed of his location, as I drove to find him.(he is a movie ice cream truck after all). I drove 30mins to another town to hunt down the ice cream man for my son and IT WAS WORTH IT. Super kind gentle man! Great variety of ice cream choices“

“pop up with Meet on the Street last night. Prix Fixe four course menu 😋. Food was outstanding, service…outstanding. Drinks?? Always outstanding! The gondola in the bar is always a fun little spot to sit. Such a great space on Wharf St, especially when the snow is falling. Food is warm and lovely, and the staff is always happy to see you. 100/10.“

“Last year I stopped by this Cafe on the way back home, I tried a pistachio raised donut and it stole my heart. the vibes at this restaurant are so sweet and nothing but Mainer. Slow and sweet, colorful and flavorful. Everytime I'm in the area I'll be sure to re-visit! 10⭐️“

“Wonderful coffee the best in town plus food is exceptional!“

“The DCNA is a beautiful organization where neighbors get together and make things HAPPEN. Deering Center Porchfest Portland, ME is my favorite time of the year thanks to the DCNA. Join us!“

“Great place for a nice light breakfast“

“Thanks so much for helping us celebrate the first day of school!! 🍨“

“The ice cream was great. If you are nearby definitely stop in and get some!! What I didn't like is there is virtually no seating. (3 stools at the window) and nothing even outside really. Not sure how they can be fixed. Seemed like the counter didnt need to be as far into the room as it was which took up a lot of space. So plan to grab your icecream and take it with you or find a lovely bench nearby instead. I also didn't love that you can't sample. The ice cream flavors are unique which is delicious and a bonus; but you have to just take a leap if faith. I understand the fear during covid but many places give samples again and I hope they reconsider. THE ICE CREAM IS DELICIOUS THOUGH. Very creamy wonderful unique flavors and some classics too. If you are an adventurous eater; this is a place for you. Also watch your step on the way in or out.“

“Awesome staff, awesome food. Prompt service. Need I say more? All the folks at DQ and friendly and courteous... Plus - IMHO - thier food beats the other fast food joints hands down!
And let's not forget thier I famous blizzards. I usually stick with cooke dough medium size. Hint... if you're blizzard melts.. throw it into the freezer and it hardens right up again!“