34 Best Ice Cream Shops near Howell

“my four year old says " This has the best ice cream EVER" ALWAYS clean and greeted.“

“Thank you so much Kelly and Chrissy for a delicious cake! Not one piece is left! Creamy ice cream and awesome crunchies!!!“

“There is a worker named jayda and she is the most intelligent, nice, and dedicated person ive met every time i come here, she’s always helping someone whether its with something big or small, no matter the size of the job she gets it done.“

“I have always gone to Rita's in Howell. I stopped by today and had to return the custard. It taste terrible. I was told the owner changed to a different product. The owner needs to to stop wanting to save money on a different product. Bring back the correct Rita's custard recipe. you are going to lose business.“

“This sonic was wonderful! I had trouble with my card outside and the man came out and helped me out. Everyone I met working here was so sweet and kept up on checking up on us eating outside. Better service than I had at some sit down restaurants! Would go again, especially after a hot beach day.“

“Just had the best peppermint milkshake ever made by the lovely Stephanie! Can't wait to be back!“

“best ice cream in Freehold. Been coming here for 60 years“

“Love stopping by this Haagen-Dazs. Their selections of flavors are delicious! My husband likes getting the affogato and I recommend the midnight cookies and cream for chocolate lovers!
Rigo attended my husband and I so nicely. Super attentive and does an amazing job every time.“

“Now this is a way better and more AWESOME!!! ice cream truck service, safety updated with an electric swing arm stop sign like on school buses which is extremely AWESOME , safe, clear, and recognizable because octagon means STOP whereas sideways trapezoid with rounded corners on the wide end and pointed corners on the narrow end means SLOW unlike some other ice cream truck services that still have the bad old outdated red trapezoid children slow crossing warning blades that word IF-SAFE STOP THEN-GO which is confusing.“

“Yellow brick road ice cream on man toloking road. road and the carousel on Hooper Avenue is absolutely the very best in New Jersey.my wife got me. The brownie Pizza with confetti on top. Absolutely amazing. Best ice cream I've ever had. Thanks again“

“I was at the one on mantoloking road on 8/9/2026
About 8pm and I have too say the boy crew working that night was amazing. All young men just working great together. It was a different vibe, a good one I must say. Was great to see all young men working together. They all deserve a shout out!!!!“

“So grateful to bring my type one diabetic son to a festival that had a special treat truck like this and knew exactly how many carbs were in the dessert. Thank you vampire penguin!! The cookies and cream, Lychee and vanilla cherry Coke beverage were delicious!!“

“Avery & Jay’s Handcrafted Ice Cream in Liberty Commons is basically a mitzvah and a nisayon in one place. You walk in “just to look,” and two minutes later you’re holding a towering sundae like you just got a shtikel nachas from Shamayim.
First of all, the place is mamash classy—clean, bright, and everything looks fresh and made b’kavod. You can tell they take the “handcrafted” part seriously, not just a nice word they put on the sign. The ice cream is smooth, rich, and legit “wow” from the first bite. And if you’re into Italian ice / soft serve / sundaes / waffles—they’ve got the whole sugya, with plenty of options to make you rethink your entire diet plan.
Now here’s the best part: you start simple—“one scoop, a regular cup.” Then you see toppings. Then you see the sundaes. Then your yetzer hara puts on a bekishe and starts giving you svaros:
“Take whipped cream—It’s basically air.”
“Sprinkles? That’s just simcha.”
“Waffle cone? That’s a kli, not a ta’ava.” 😄
And the staff? Sweet, patient, and helpful, even when you’re standing there like you’re choosing a shidduch: “Is this one more creamy? How’s this one? What’s the difference between these two?” They don’t rush you—very menschlich.
Perfect stop after errands in Liberty Commons, a family outing, or when you just need a quick pick-me-up that turns into a full-on “okay, we’re celebrating something now” moment.
Bottom line: If you’re anywhere near Jackson, do yourself a favor and go. Just don’t tell yourself “I’m only getting a small.” That’s not how this place works. 😉“

“Took a trip today! The Mexican corn in a cup was amazing! My kids enjoyed the ice cream!!! Will definitely come back!“

“Best ice cream flavors and assortment of items!“

“Thank you so much. Monday September 13. I was driving by and a friend ( battling Cancer) had said how good root beer ice was. I asked at the counter and a very nice young woman said I just but the last in a cup in the freezer. I know she probably wanted it. But she gave it to me. Thank you so much. In haste I did not tip. I drive by I’ll be back Thank you so much. Love jersey shore help out attitude“

“This is a local gem with marvelous treats and terrific staff. I'm hooked.
Do not help yourself to things over the counter or the open cake fridge. It's gross. There is a helpful staff to serve you so please don't mess with their system -- we need our American small businesses to thrive.
I tried the coffee Royale shake and highly recommend it.“

“My ladyfriend and I went here for the first time on Sunday evening (8/2/2026). We always wanted to try it. We were amazed by how many options and choices they have. It was a little overwhelming, but a very nice young lady named Raya helped us figure out what we wanted. She made great suggestions and was very kind and patient with us. Will definitely be back!“

“Just a fun place to have ice cream for lunch or dinner and pizza for dessert. So many options, lots of places to order and sit.
Large boards and text messages to tell you when your order is ready. No need to keep asking.
Orders are filled quickly, and food is delicious
The dragon roar is definitely recommended and the pizza has a great crust.“

“We went to Crumbl in Virginia Beach the 1st time …it was AWESOME and the selection was so good, we just had to buy a dozen!! Can’t wait to visit this store!! You won’t be disappointed!! It’s ALL GOOD!! Yum!!“

“Great place, I especially like the coffee coladas, but everything there is good best ice cream in lakewood for cheap. Shout out to hermenez“

“Used to drive one of the trucks. Still love and miss this place. Always on the lookout for Weasers in the summer! ��“

“Yismach Yisroel is the kind of ice cream shop that makes you feel like you’re five years old again — in a good way, not the tantrum kind.

If you’ve ever needed a foolproof way to bribe—ahem—encourage your kids to behave in Westgate, this is the place. One mention of “Maybe we’ll stop by Yismach Yisroel…” and suddenly everyone is holding hands and saying Tehillim.

The store is bright, cheerful, and stocked like a dream:
• Ice creams, toppings, slushies — basically everything your kids will ask for before you even finish reading the menu.
• Tons of little toys and prizes on full display, expertly positioned at perfect “Tatty can we pleeeeease? 😇” height.
• Clean tables, quick service, and a staff that actually seems happy to help, which already puts them above half the places in town.

The portions are generous (Lakewood style — “small” means “don’t let it fall over”), the flavors hit the spot, and the whole vibe is just… geshmak. Great for families, great for bochurim looking to cool down after night seder, and great for parents who need five minutes of quiet while the kids focus on their soft serve like it’s a life mission.

Westgate parking can sometimes be a matzav, but once you’re inside, it’s all smooth sailing — just smiles, sprinkles, and a sugar rush waiting to happen.

Bottom line:
If happiness came in a cup, it would look exactly like the ice cream at Yismach Yisroel. A top-tier Lakewood treat and a solid 5-star stop.“

“Love the location right on Main Street. Plenty of outdoor seating and it's nice to walk around Freehold with a cold treat. The custard is rich and creamy, and the Italian ice has real fruit flavor. I got a gelati (custard layered with ice) and it hit the spot.

Only complaint is they were out of a few flavors when I went, which seems to happen often at this location. Also a bit pricey for what you get.

Still a solid spot for dessert on a warm night.“

“Great Italian ice!! Love getting them for dessert L’kavod shabbos Kodesh!! Vanilla, cotton candy, and blue raspberry are my favorite as of today!! Gotta try them all though! I remember when the sample spoon was bigger but now we got shrinkflation!! And seriously?? They charge for empty cups?? Give me a break!! But hey, the staff were very nice and the food was great so they’ve got me as a customer!!“

“Great place, Amazing Ice Cream, Staff is super friendly! You can tell they know what they are doing!!! Can’t wait to go back again!!!“

“Sprinkles – Lakewood North: The Only Place Where You Come for Ice Cream and Leave Questioning Every Middah You Ever Thought You Had

Let me tell you, walking into Sprinkles after a long day is mamash like entering Gan Eden — if Gan Eden had neon signs, kids running around with sprinkle-covered faces, and bochurim debating which flavor is “yeshivish enough.”

I came in thinking I’d be normal and get a small cone. Cute idea. Adorable.
Two minutes in, I’m standing there like a lost sheep while the guy behind the counter goes, “Nu, so what are you getting?”
And suddenly I’m ordering a double scoop, extra toppings, full send, like I didn’t promise myself last Chol Hamoed I’d “cut down.”

THE ICE CREAM:
Next level.
Creamy, smooth, geshmak — the kind of ice cream where after the first bite you’re like, “Okay, maybe the world is a good place.”
The flavors slap. The toppings are fresh. The presentation is so nice it almost makes you feel guilty eating it. Almost.

THE VIBE:
Peak Lakewood energy.
Mothers with strollers, bochurim pretending they’re only here because “the chevra wanted,” and that one guy who definitely came for a shake but is pretending to browse like he’s making life decisions.

It’s loud, it’s lively, it’s lebedig — mamash a taste of Klal Yisroel coming together for one purpose: frozen sugar and happiness.

THE SERVICE:
Quick, friendly, and zero judgment when I changed my order three times.
“Can I get a chocolate shake? No wait, vanilla. Actually, do you have mocha? No? Okay fine, chocolate again.”
They handled it like pros.
Not once did they give me the classic “bochur please” look. Respect.

PERSONAL MOMENT:
I took my first sip of the shake and immediately understood why people come here even in the middle of winter wrapped in a coat like it’s Antarctica.
It hits the spot, fills the neshamah, and for a solid 6 minutes you forget about life responsibilities like laundry, rent, or that you still haven’t called your mother back.

OVERALL:
If you’re in Lakewood and in the mood for something cold, sweet, and spiritually uplifting, Sprinkles North is a MUST.
It’s fun, it’s fast, it’s fresh, and it’s the perfect place to reward yourself for absolutely anything — finishing a seder, surviving a siyum, or just because “why not?”

Highly recommend.
Just don’t meditate on how many calories are in that shake. That’s bittul simcha.“

“To sit back and relaxing place“

“Great ice cream at a great price! We came with the whole family and had a wonderful time. The staff was incredibly friendly and took the time to explain all the flavors, making the experience even more enjoyable. It wasn't just about the ice cream—the service made it special too. We'll definitely be back!“

“I was Happy to try the Flamethrower Burger w/Fries,along with a Medium drink/Flurry(Awesome service worthy of 10,000/10,000 of awesomeness)“

“This place is a lot better than Dairy Queen in my opinion“

“My kids & I luv the variety of tea drinks, shakes & wraps. We go there all the time since they’ve opened & never a complaint. The staff is awesome! Gina, Bella, Aggie & all of them are just great �“

“We came to the Englishtown location. So glad we did, my friend got a small banana ice cream in a cup she loved it!! I had a regular size Hot Fudge Sundae. It was perfection!! Wonderful server too. Fast friendly service and prices were very fair. We'll be back!!“