38 Best Ice Cream Shops near Franklin Park

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard Ice Cream Shop • $
3175 NJ-27 Unit 2, Franklin Park

Customers` Favorites

Frozen Custard
Italian Ice

“Love their custard but they really need to give the customer what they pay for. $5 for a large and they fill it like it's a small. My second issue with this place; consistency is key.“

3.9 Good40 Reviews
Sweet Parlor Ice Cream Creamery Ice Cream Shop • $
601 US-206 Unit 25, Hillsborough - 7.16 miles

Customers` Favorites

Black Sesame Ice Cream with Strawberry Whipped Cream and Fruity Pebbles
Thai Tea Ice Cream with Vanilla Whipped Cream
Create Your Own Ice Cream Sundae
Ice Cream and Bubble Waffle
Ice Cream Bubble Waffle
Bubble Waffle Sundaes
Espresso Double Shot
3 Scoop of Ice Cream
Make Your Own Drinks
Pints of Ice Cream

“We had 3 sets of 3 scoops. 3 different people with 3 very different tastes in ice cream. 9 different flavors. They were all wonderful and exciting. This is not your ordinary ice cream shop but please do not let that deter you from trying them out. Just expect to be a bit adventurous and go for it. They are a small batch artisan style shop with many unique flavors to try. We also grabbed 4 pints of other flavors to take home and try. The owner was awesome, explained all of the flavors and offered samples. The inside was very cute with a good amount of seating for an ice cream shop. Please go and try them out because this is the type of place that would be truly missed by anyone that has visited.“

4.9 Superb217 Reviews
The Bent Spoon Ice Cream Shop • $$
35 Palmer Square W, Princeton - 9.08 miles

Customers` Favorites

Hot Chocolate with Marshmallow
Dark Chocolate Ice Cream
Vegan Hot Chocolate
Ice Cream Sandwich
Lemon Mascarpone
Chocolate Orange
Cookies & Cream
Mango Ice Cream
Alphonso Mango
Passion Fruit

“Long line, worth the wait. Friendly servers despite the onslaught of customers!“

4.6 Superb222 Reviews
Fresh Tiki Bar Ice Cream Shop • $$
15c Division St, Somerville - 9.79 miles

Customers` Favorites

Waffle and Cookies and Cream Ice Cream
Vanilla Ice Cream and Hot Fudge
Mint Chocolate Chip Sundae
Peanut Butter Cup Sundaes
Donut Ice Cream Sandwich
Fresh Baked Waffle
Waffle Nutella
Magic Waffle
Cannoli

“Fresh Tiki bar is, by far, the BEST ice cream shop around town! The facility is always “fresh” and clean and the owners are warm and welcoming! The decor is top notch-when you walk into the door you immediately feel like you are on a tropical vacation! Highly recommend Fresh Tiki Bar if you are ever on Main Street and are in need of a sweet treat!“

4.9 Superb73 Reviews
The Ice House Ice Cream Shop • $
378 S Branch Rd, Hillsborough - 8.51 miles

Customers` Favorites

Cookies & Cream
Banana Pudding
Milk & Cookies
Mint Chip
Cake

“The most flavorful hard ice cream! The Dark Chocolate Raspberry Truffle? ::chef's kiss:: We mixed it with the cappuccino (great coffee flavor!) and my non-sweet-eating husband ate his half. The kids had a handful of very colorful chocolate dipped waffle cones to choose from and enjoyed their delicious colorbomb on the bench outside. They got the crazy vanilla (because rainbows are fun to eat!) and it was not only pretty but also had a really nice vanilla flavor. We'll definitely be going out of our way for this stop again! Also, special thanks to the counter staff for being extra patient with us.“

4.7 Superb102 Reviews
Little Egypt Bubble tea & ice cream rolls Ice Cream Shop • $
726 Union Ave, Middlesex - 9.68 miles

Customers` Favorites

Small Cold Smoothies with Milk
Mango Passion Fruit Large
Mango Pineapple Large
Strawberry Cheesecake
Thai Cold Small
Taro Cold
Blueberry
Baklava
Nutella
Peach

“I had a really great experience visiting Egypt Oasis today with my two children. The staff was so friendly and attentive. And the owner Mo introduced himself and was clearly passionate about his business. I was waiting on by Ella and she spent the time talking to my son about his sports. The business is very clean and they have so many selections. We all had the rolled ice cream but I noticed people in the store getting boba tea. There is much variety to choose from in a really cool atmosphere with cards at the tables. We will definitely be back!!“

4.5 Superb105 Reviews
As You Like It Ice Cream Shop • $
62 W Somerset St, Raritan - 10.29 miles

Customers` Favorites

Gummy Bears Shake Float
Chocolate Ice Cream
Cake & Ice Cream
Black Raspberry
Cookies & Cream
Chocolate Chip
Whipped Cream
Cotton Candy
Banana Split
Birthday Cake

“great ice cream so worth the wait“

4.5 Superb70 Reviews
Petrucci's Inside Scoop Ice Cream Shop • $
474 S Washington Ave, Piscataway - 10.64 miles

Customers` Favorites

Vanilla Ice Cream with Rainbow Sprinkles
Sweet 'N Salty Caramel Pretzel
Cookies & Cream and Churros
Coffee Cookie Dough
Mint Chocolate Chip
Banana Split
Butterfinger
Italian Ice
Waffle Cone
Cake Batter

“The best in town!! Great staff, great prices. My favorite is the cherry vanilla gelati!!😋🍒“

4.5 Superb64 Reviews
Blizzard Island Ice Cream Shop • $
111 Mountain Ave, Middlesex - 9.33 miles

Customers` Favorites

Blizzard Special Soft Ice Cream With
Coconut Ice Cream
Black Raspberry
Ice Cream Cone
Banana Split
Cake Batter
Italian Ice
Soft Serve
Strawberry
Blueberry

“Love the place Great selection Great service“

4.4 Superb68 Reviews
Icy Melon-Edison Dessert • $
1729 Lincoln Hwy, Edison - 8.4 miles

Customers` Favorites

Triple Ice Cream Delight Green Tea Vanilla Mango w Chocolate Syrup 三色雪糕圣代
Ube Soup with Sago and Rice Ball
Strawberry Banana Nutella Crepe
C 01 Mango Nutella Waffle
Mixed Fruit Jasmine Tea
Mango Mille Crepe Cake
Coconut Mango Smoothie
Chocolate Crepe Roll
Mango Mille Crepes
Mango Strawberry

“I visited Icy Melon in Edison for the first time a few weeks ago, and it was a pleasant surprise. The environment is quiet and low key, which makes it easy to relax but the seating could definitely use an upgrade. It’s not the coziest spot to linger, but the food more than makes up for it.

I had one of their signature crepes, and my friend tried the matcha crepe cake. Both were beautifully presented and absolutely delicious.

We didn’t wait long for our order, which was a nice bonus. You can tell they put care into both flavor and aesthetics in their food.

While the vibe is more functional than cozy, Icy Melon is perfect for a quick dessert run or a casual catch up with friends. If you’re craving something sweet and photogenic, it’s definitely worth a visit.“

4.7 Superb244 Reviews
Cold Stone Creamery Ice Cream Shop • $$
3562 NJ-27, Kendall Park - 2.52 miles

Customers` Favorites

Cookies & Creamery
Cheesecake Fantasy
Cookie Doughn't
Birthday Cake
Cake Batter
Cold Stone

“Finding ice cream that I truly enjoy isn't always easy, but Cold Stone never disappoints. They offer a great variety of flavors, and their signature mixing technique really sets them apart from other ice cream shops.

If you're looking to try something different, I highly recommend my go-to mix: cheesecake, Oreo, and coffee ice cream blended with extra Oreos, chocolate chip brownie, and waffle cone. It's rich, perfectly balanced, and absolutely delicious every time.“

4.2 Good103 Reviews
Milltown Ice Cream Depot Ice Cream Shop • $
32 S Main St, Milltown - 5.29 miles

Customers` Favorites

Vanilla and Chocolate Swirl with Rainbow Sprinkles
Cookies and Cream Ice Cream
Wet Nuts Added to Sundae
Peanut Butter Ripple
Chocolate Ice Cream
Ice Cream Sundaes
Cookies & Cream
Cookie Sundae
Banana Split
Baby

“Love love love love love love this place and their customer service wouldn't get ice cream anywhere else. Super family orientated.

Latest creation
Eclair mixed with cookies and cream and hot fudge topped with cinnamon churro topped with cones crushed and cookie crumbles“

4.2 Good83 Reviews
Shuu Cafe Dessert • $
10 Schalks Crossing Rd # 15, Plainsboro - 7.77 miles

Customers` Favorites

Custom Bubble Waffle with Black Sesame Ice Cream and Oreo
Matcha Black Sesame Soft Serve
Tiramisu Layer Cake
Milk Tea Cream Puff
Matcha Cream Puff
Passionfruit Ade
Strawberry Cake
Just the Waffle
Matcha Ice Cream
Create Your Own

“Great pastry and wonderful black tea. The person behind the counter was very hospitable and friendly. I definitely recommend the cream puffs.“

4.9 Superb100 Reviews
Dari Delite Ice Cream Shop • $
577 Hamilton St, Somerset - 5.19 miles

Customers` Favorites

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Strawberry Ice Cream
Ice Cream Sandwich
Soft Ice Cream
Hard Ice Cream
Spring Water
Baby Size
Mango
Oreo
Cake

“Ice cream - both hard & soft-serve, ice pops, and other frozen treats with all the trimmings and toppings. They also have an eclectic mix of candies and toys, plus a few trinkets and gift items. Prices are comparably reasonable. Located right on Hamilton Street with plenty of on site parking. The service is outside (thru windows), so they're not always open on the colder days. But it's a great place to hang out on one of the benches when the sun is warm. It feels good supporting local business, too.“

4.2 Good53 Reviews
Blue Sheep Bake Shop Dessert • $
9 Division St, Somerville - 9.81 miles

Customers` Favorites

Strawberries & Champagne Cupcake
Custom Cakes and Birthday Cakes
Peanut Butter Cupcake Stuffed
Death by Chocolate Cupcakes
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Raspberry Crumble Bars
Birthday Cake Cupcake
Birthday Cake Macaron
Italian Rainbow Bars
Red Velvet Cupcakes

“10/10! Ordered a custom cake for my daughter’s confirmation. It was gorgeous ! And it tasted amazing ! The buttercream was so fluffy, the cake was perfect texture and the Oreo filling was delish ! The design detail was amazing. I would definitely order again for other occasions. Thanks for making it special for her.“

4.7 Superb171 Reviews
Thomas Sweet Montgomery Coffee Shops • $
1378 US-206, Skillman - 6.48 miles

Customers` Favorites

Ice Cream Sundaes

“What a truly wonderful experience it was coming here. This nice young lady that works there was very polite. There was a bit of traffic building up in there behind me, but she was very patient with me as I surely took quite a while to order a few things for my family members. Everything was clean, and freshly organized. She even made sure to reassure me that the utensils were all cleaned properly because I tend to get a bit skeptical due to the possibility of cross contamination. The ice cream quality was great! Much better than most other places in this area. I never asked for that young lady’s name but she wore a lot of bracelets, and had black nails just like my daughter, which I complemented! I will be back in here for sure!

Will recommend this place for all ice cream lovers!“

4.2 Good47 Reviews
Dairy Deluxe Ice Cream Shop • $
811 Raritan Ave, Highland Park - 7.42 miles

Customers` Favorites

Large Softserve Swirl in a Cup and Pistachio & Green Tea Mix in Large Cup
Medium Ice Cream Sundae with Strawberry and Mango Topping
Brownie Delight with Banana Ice Cream and Hot Fudge
Pineapple Dole Soft Ice Cream
Blue Raspberry Italian Ice
Chocolate Soft Ice Cream
Green Tea Ice Cream
Wet Walnut Sundae
Hard Ice Cream
Banana Split

“Great place, with a great variety! My dad is allergic to dairy, and they had a few options for him. I loved that the staff was so accommodating and still tasted amazing.
cash only so make sure to bring cash! Had places to sit and Parking“

4.1 Good97 Reviews
16 Handles Ice Cream Shop • $
Livingston Campus, 105 Joyce Kilmer Ave, Piscataway - 7.87 miles

Customers` Favorites

Made with Nutella Frozen Yogurt
NSA NY Cheesecake Frozen Yogurt
Birthday Cake Frozen Yogurt
Oatly Chocolatevsoft Serve
Chocolicious Frozen Yogurt
Ice Cream Sandwich
Oatly Soft Serve
Ice Cream Cone

“This place has amazing fro yo and is a very safe place to go during this pandemic. You order online and within minutes they deliver your yogurt to your car, taking proper precautions. They give your toppings and yogurt seperatly so you could mix and match anything!“

4.1 Good70 Reviews
Piñas Locas Ice Cream Shop • $$
27 W Somerset St, Raritan - 10.33 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pina Tornado

“The food is good I like the oreo drink,but the order took long because people kept interrupting and this family kept on interrupting the lady that kept doing the hard work and she was doing the hard work and atleast put a extra worker to help her“

4.5 Superb10 Reviews
LJ'Z Boardwalk Ice Cream Shop • $
304 S Main St, Manville - 7.44 miles

“An old fashioned ice cream spot with tables to sit at and enjoy a nice treat. They have an excellent small vanilla shake and they don't skimp on the whipped cream. It costs about $5 and the sizing is more equivalent to a medium. All of the ice cream tastes fresh. Although prices are higher than we are used to, the quality is worth the cost. They have parking on each side and if you want to sit and rest on a bench near a tree nearby they have that option. They could benefit from some nice planters in the front. I will be back for their excellent shakes during the summer.“

4.1 Good61 Reviews
Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard Ice Cream Shop • $
1250 Bound Brook Rd, Middlesex - 9.88 miles

“The ice cream and Italian ice taste the same at this location as every other location, which is good. The problem is the selection. I was just at a Ritas in Pennsylvania and they had at least 8 different soft serve ice cream flavors, including cake batter and pistachio among others. This location always only has vanilla, chocolate and strawberry. Pistachio is my favorite and I got that when I was in Pennsylvania. I also noticed the other Pennsylvania location had more Italian ice flavors as well.“

4.3 Superb12 Reviews
Saffron - Pure Veg Indian Restaurant | From the house of Sankalp Vegetarian • $$
1506 Stelton Rd Unit - B, Piscataway - 9.04 miles

Customers` Favorites

Gulab Jamun with Rabdi
Paneer Butter Masala
Schezwan Fried Rice
Hot and Sour Soup
Gobi Manchurian
Sitafal Rasmalai
Veg Manchurian
Aloo Tiki Chaat
Manchow Soup
Paneer Tikka

“Saffron in Piscataway offers an exceptional Indian dining experience, blending authentic flavors with an elegant ambiance. The diverse menu, welcoming staff, and beautifully crafted dishes make it a must-visit for food lovers!“

4.6 Superb179 Reviews
KOKO LOKO COFFEE Cafe • $
120 Georges Rd #11, New Brunswick - 5.28 miles

“Koko Loko Coffee is such a calm little escape.
I had the pistachio latte and it was fantastic balanced, nutty, and not overly sweet.
The barista was warm and welcoming, which really adds to the overall vibe. Inside, it’s bright, minimal, and quietly buzzing, perfect for reading, working, or chatting without yelling over noise.
Loved the long communal tables and clean, modern décor. If you’re looking for a peaceful spot with great coffee, this place absolutely deserves a 5-star stop.“

4.7 Superb114 Reviews
Mizz Frostee Ice Cream Shop •
948 Nelson Pl, Piscataway - 9.76 miles

“Went here this afternoon and the gentleman at the window was so nice, patient and accommodating. He even has dog biscuits at the window for your pup! I don’t have a dog but I appreciate the gesture. I’m thinking he might be the owner but I’m not sure. Definitely 10/10 Will return!“

4.5 Superb4 Reviews
Magnifico's Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $
500 NJ-18, East Brunswick - 7.44 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Vanilla Soft Serve Swirl
Bananas Foster with Sprinkles
Soft Serve Ice Cream
Hot Apple Pie Sundae
Jumbo Banana Splits
Ice Cream Sandwich
Lava Cake Sundae
Chocolate Chip
Salted Caramel
Butter Pecan

“Undeniably the finest ice cream in the entire state. Their vanilla soft serve is on another level, richer, smoother, and more flavorful than anything I’ve ever had. It’s clear why this place has been a beloved landmark since 1981. The secret? A product that speaks for itself, simply unmatched in quality.“

4 Good137 Reviews
Thomas Sweet Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $
183 Nassau St, Princeton - 8.8 miles

Customers` Favorites

Ice Cream Assortment
Chocolate Ice Cream
Cinnamon Ice Cream
Chocolate Chip
Large Sundae
Waffle Cone
Strawberry
Nutella
Cookies
Single

“The best ice cream ever! Try a blend-in— my go to is vanilla with Butterfinger! They have a ton of different flavors and toppings. They even have dairy free if you are allergic like my son is!“

4 Good86 Reviews
Truly Yogurt Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
38 Easton Ave # A, New Brunswick - 6.09 miles

Customers` Favorites

Frozen Yogurt
Taro

“Un yogurt delicioso 😋Con mucha fruta y lo que quieras ponerle pues lo preparas a tu gusto me encanta ir a ese lugar“

4 Good73 Reviews
Fruity Yogurt Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
424 US-206 #5, Hillsborough - 7.33 miles

Customers` Favorites

Mango Milk
Strawberry
Taro

“love the bubble tea and general atmosphere“

4 Good56 Reviews
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Carvel

Carvel Ice Cream Shop • $
900 Easton Ave, Somerset - 5.65 miles

Customers` Favorites

Carvel Sprinkle Delights
The Original Soft Serve
Ice Cream Cone
Flying Saucers
Birthday Cake

“Such a nice little Carvel shop — clean and welcoming! The owner is very warm and friendly, and the staff are all super nice. The ice cream tastes great and my kids absolutely love it! We’ll definitely be coming back for an ice cream birthday cake soon!“

3.9 Good98 Reviews
Kwality Ice Cream South Brunswick Ice Cream Shop • $
3010 NJ-27, Kendall Park - 0.16 miles

Customers` Favorites

Few More Ice Cream Flavors
Baby Shower Ice Cream Cake
Vanilla Almond Ice Cream
English Toffee Ice Cream
Kulfi Falooda Ice Cream
2 Layer Ice Cream Cake
Kesar Pista Ice Cream
Strawberry Ice Cream
Caramel Ice Cream
Regular Ice Cream

“You’ll find flavors you didn’t know existed and your tastebuds will thank you. The ice cream is egg-free, GMO-free, and without preservatives. These are not words that I associate with ice cream. But I can’t deny that the end result was surprisingly good.

There are cakes for sale and take-out pints/gallons of ice cream in addition to cones/cups. Decent prices for decent decadence. Parking is adequate, and be on the lookout for pedestrians.

The staff was pleasant and helpful with our large group. A group can sample up to 5 flavors. The store is minimalistic, but it serves its purpose.“

3.9 Good103 Reviews
Bridgeville Ice Cream truck Ice Cream Shop • $
713 E Main St, Bridgewater - 8.72 miles

“We had a great experience for our son’s birthday party! Responsive, reliable, and affordable!“

3.7 Good15 Reviews
Halo Pub Ice Cream Shop • $
9 Hulfish St, Princeton - 8.99 miles

Customers` Favorites

Cookies & Cream Ice Cream Cone
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
Toasted Almond Ice Cream
Raspberry Ice Cream Cake
Chocolate Chocolate Chip
Cookie Dough Ice Cream
Chocolate Ice Cream
Almond Coffee Chip
Ice Cream Place
Mango Ice Cream

“The best strawberry ice cream I’ve ever had! It was so good and tasted like real strawberries! The line was almost around the block but moved really quickly. Only thing is they don’t offer samples :( so you just gotta commit without knowing what it tastes like. Would definitely come again!“

3.9 Good163 Reviews
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Carvel

Carvel Ice Cream Shop • $
422 US-206, Hillsborough - 7.32 miles

Customers` Favorites

Square Ice Cream Celebration Cake
Cookie Puss Cake
Flying Saucers

“Yummy ice cream, the best ice cream cakes, and good crunchies!“

3.8 Good40 Reviews
Crumbl - North Brunswick Bakery • $$
755 Shoppes Blvd, North Brunswick - 4.33 miles

Customers` Favorites

Oreo Cinnamon Bun Chocolate Chip & Strawberry Cheese Cake
Strawberry Cheesecake Cookie
Red Velvet White Chip
Chocolate Chip Cookie
Blueberry Crumb Cake
Milk Chocolate Chip
Chocolate Chip Mini
Beetlejuice Cake
Cinnamon Cookies
Strawberry Cake

“Love them. Close to work I love ❤️ perusing shops and decompressing during lunch. Restaurants are amazing“

4.4 Superb276 Reviews
Confectionately Yours American • $
3391 NJ-27, Franklin Park - 1.61 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Ice Cream w Crumbled Reese's Peanut Butter Cup
Chipotle Chicken Sandwich Sweet Potato Fries
Chocolate Chocolate Cake
Honey BBQ Chicken Salad
Flounder Francaise
Blackened Chicken
BBQ Pulled Pork
Brownie Sundae
Regular Sundae
Jessica Salad

“A good, clean,fun & family friendly restaurant and ice cream shop!“

4.5 Superb123 Reviews
Cafe Zio Cafe • $
252 Plainfield Ave, Edison - 8.61 miles

Customers` Favorites

Croffle

“Tiny location, packs a pearl.... comedy. ?I love their Thai Tea Boba and their waffles are amazing ?? whether you like croffles or their house made (?) batter. All smoothies I've had have been delicious as well as their Dolgona(hope I'm spelling that right) coffee boba! SUPPORT THIS BUSINESS??tons of parking btw!“

4.8 Superb49 Reviews
Goldmiss Bakery • $
1761 Lincoln Hwy, Edison - 8.43 miles

Customers` Favorites

Deep Fried Bread with Mozzarella Cheese
Rainbow Frost Strawberry Poki
Sweet Potato Cheese Ball
Assorted Mocchi Donuts
Spicy Sweet Potato
Potato Mozzarella
Taro Mochi Donut
Banana Chocolate
Crazy Cheese Set
Cookies & Cream

“I've tried a couple of mochi donuts here and they are all amazing! Not too sweet and the flavors all hit the mark. I've recently stopped by and noticed they had Christmas themed donuts, which is think is so cute, they would be great to bring to a party or to gift to someone.“

4.5 Superb115 Reviews
Fruity Yogurt Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
166 Nassau St, Princeton - 8.83 miles

Customers` Favorites

Green Match a Bubble Tea and Something Fruity
Strawberry Frozen Yogurt with Toppings
Strawberry Yogurt with Fruit
Mango Sorbet with Toppings
Peanut Butter Banana
Coconut Ice Cream
Strawberry Mango
Chocolate Chunk
Cookies N Cream

“This frozen yogurt place has the BEST frozen yogurt, the staff is so kind, prices affordable, and over the BEST experience.
Here’s some stuff middle schoolers want to say:
A.H: It has really really good frozen yogurt and there’s a variety of topping options!!!
A.S: I love how there’s so many toppings and how flavor full the frozen yogurt is!
D.W: I like how kind the staff is and how good quality the frozen yogurt is!!
L.W: I’ve been to this frozen yogurt shop a bunch of times and I can definitely say it live up to the hype!“

3.8 Good87 Reviews

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