13 Best Ice Cream Shops near Stanley

“My granddaughters give Morgan‘a 5 stars! They loved it!“

“Due to many recommendations I went to Tony’s for lunch last Saturday.

For this visit I stuck to food (ice cream next visit) :
- people had told me that the hot dog is the thing to get. There actually is quite a big menu but I stuck with the hot dog. Added onion rings for side - the girl at the counter gave a wink and “good choice” for that …

- overall it was far better than expected. Yes - hot dog was good. Some for the sweet and crispy onion rings. It was a good choice !

- loved the old school vibe. Looks like it’s rhe same since the 60s. And of course some local characters enjoying lunch as well

- highly recommend based on this visit.

- ice cream review coming soon.“

“I love bringing my friends, family, and boyfriend here for a hot dog, chili cheese fries, and a milkshake! The ice cream is the best! Pro tip: mix the flavors in the milkshake you get! I love getting peanut butter and chocolate in mine to improv a Reese's milkshake. :) You can't go wrong visiting Tony's. It's practically a NC historical site.“

“Huge variety of gourmet popcorn and reasonable prices! They have a good variety of ice cream too!“

“The Dallas location is great! Enjoyed our visit with Jay today and the butter pecan and key lime ice cream was delicious.“

“Quite a strange name of the place. Pelicans are avian of temperate weather zones. Snowballs are typically in a colder climate zone. So .. Mixing the two gives it a whimsical avant garde atmosphere. The kids love it. It's good.. It's a happy time and place. You must come here. Oh yes I dare say you must.“

“You can never go wrong with a snoball from Pelicans! This location has easy access and a good amount of seating compared to some other locations. You can always look forward to a wide variety of flavors to choose from. The staff here are friendly and work pretty quickly even when it's a lot of customers.“

“I’m giving 5 stars but to the girl who is working by herself today Sunday. This place is so busy and she needs some help to keep this place clean the trash can is full inside and outside, tables are messy inside and outside and trash in the floor. I think this place need extra help on busy days…“

“Went with the grandkids and had a fun time. Enjoyed the ice cream, sorbet and milkshake we ordered.
Dolly was delightful and kind and serviced us well. We look forward to coming back.

Dietary restrictions: We were able to get non dairy for a g’child who needed that. She enjoyed her pink raspberry sorbet.“

“I'm from out of town and staying at a nearby hotel. I'm always up for good ice-cream. The owner was very helpful putting together what I wanted. Layered Sunday of a brownie, chocolate ice-cream, hot fudge and whip cream.
It was very delicious!! In the future when I return to the area, I will have to stop by and try some of the other flavors. Thanks,
Go Cubs go!“

“Absolutely delicious and great value!!“

“Workers should have all their hair pulled back and not hanging down, basically touching the cookie dough. They also shouldn't be constantly wiping sweat off their brow over the food and pushing hair back out of their face with the same glove they are making the cookies. That is a health concern for all customers. I've complained about the same girl twice. She has black hair, wears a hat and eye glasses. Last time I was there, I took video of her. If the situation is not addressed, I will be calling the health department on this location.“

“The sourdough melt with grilled onions, mushrooms, and real cheddar cheese is to die for. Even better than a butter burger. Double meat takes it up that much more. The chocolate custard is also delicious. Better than anyone else's fast food ice-cream, including Dairy Queen.“