46 Best Ice Cream Shops near Matawan

“If you ever need a cake I highly recommend! Super accommodating and so talented!“

“I love this place i beg my sister to drive me here. The froyo is soooo good i recommend the birthday cake. And 70 TOPPINGS you can get literally anything. Also the atmosphere is great like a fish tank yessss. And the people are always so nice and usually pretty empty so you don’t feel judge on getting sooo much fro you“

“Good ice cream. Friendly service. What’s not to like.“

“Delicious ice cream and wonderful service!“

“Today was our second time getting take out, ordered two different dishes and both were excellent as were the two we got a week ago. They "get it" when it comes to balanced flavor, variety of veggies and even the way they cut them with a special slicer was perfect. Truly Thai is now our go-to Thai food destination. I hope it doesn't change and they keep up this quality.“

“The ice cream at What’s the Scoop is some of the best we’ve ever had. This local fav is not to be missed. So many flavors, excellent quality ingredients and super helpful staff. They also make custom cakes that are fantastic. You can pick your ice cream flavors, frosting, message and sprinkles. This cake made our special event extra delicious and memorable.“

“Super friendly staff. Awesome ice cream flavors Delicious“

“Overall, great ice cream. One of us had a brown sugar dough flavor that was great. The other had Peanut Butter Palooza (sp) mixed with plain chocolate. The plain chocolate was bland and not very chocolatey. Service at Tinton Falls was quick and friendly.“

“Overall, great ice cream. One of us had a brown sugar dough flavor that was great. The other had Peanut Butter Palooza (sp) mixed with plain chocolate. The plain chocolate was bland and not very chocolatey. Service at Tinton Falls was quick and friendly.“

“Best ice cream flavors and assortment of items!“

“I have been a customer for a long time and I highly recommend you going to enjoy the experience of all the great choices. They have a great reward program. The woman Carly who works at this place is a hard worker kind and always avail to answer my silly questions. Try it!“

“Went there on New Year's Eve and the three ladies working shoulder be getting paid at least time and a half! They worked very hard and seeing the over 21s weren't there these girls should get more than an extra hour. Do your thing Cold Stone!“

“My husband and I stopped for Ice Cream today for the very first time. I had the peanut butter vanilla it was amazing loaded with peanut butter premium ice cream. So many flavors to choose from Owner is so pleasant the store is immaculate. The Speak Freezy also offers sugar free options. I would give this business 10 stars!!! Guarantee we will be back.“

“I love this place, the variety of flavors, the staff is so friendly and the prices are just right. I highly recommend this place if you love ice cream, shakes, or ice cream cakes this is the place to get them. AAAAAAAAAA++++++++++++
Keep up the good work.“

“Great items !!! Such a huge selection and so good !!“

“Big portions and super fresh ice cream! Service staff rocks!“

“I take my sons there once a week. The staff are very thoughtful when it comes to my sons. My sons order their own choice and the staff is very attentive to what they order“

“I used to come there for some ice cream cravings. After trying like 4 different places around, this one blew my mind with pistachio ice cream, which is my personal favorite. Not only that the ice cream itself is properly flavored, it also has nicely sized pieces of pistachios inside. Their waffle cones are a solid finish to the ice cream. I miss this place a lot.“

“Been a while since I've seen a Tom Carvel ad (I suspect he's dipping cones in hot fudge in the heaven location now), and maybe 15+ years since I've enjoyed the custard at Carvel. Have done lotsa DQing. It's okay. And I think the dense, dense thick custard at Rita's may be a richer take on the confection. But Tom's custard was great on a hot late summer day.“

“This is a locally owned, seasonally open, dairy queen. This site only offers ice cream, unlike larger restaurants. Greg, the owner, employs local kids and is a very friendly local business owner. Highly recommend dropping in and supporting local.“

“great service, always. yum“

“Ask for the pumpkin latte ice cream . Not on the menu but available til late fall Sooo good!“

“Great ices and friendly service. I've been hooked since they opened in Hazlet.“

“The Italian Ices are amazing, so good lots of different flavors and even sell pints, great value, wonderful people can’t wait to get them again.“

“I have been eating tofutti cream cheese and sour cream for years. They are the closest and most delicious plant based options for both. I also use them in cooking and they melt well and still retain their flavors and consistency. Absolute power houses of versatility. They made going vegan so much easier.“

“Had a catering order. Placed the order a week in advance. The morning if pickup, the order states that it was ready when it was not. Got to the store and told them i was there for a catering pickup. No one said anything and they started to scramble to package everything. We paid extra to get the cookies in individual boxes. Upon getting the order noticed that nothing was in individual boxes. Now I have to scramble before an event to package these things. Do not get a large order from here.

Edit: cookies were delicious and we still had to make the boxes and pack the cookies ourselves the morning of our event but the store did right by us and gave us a refund.“

“As another Great season of delicious italian ices from Ralphs comes to an end I would like to speak for all customers when I say that this years customer service was the best in recent years. The staff is made up of high school and college students that were extremely nice. In the many times I visited Ralphs this year, I was greeted by a worker named Bill on multiple occasions. Bill, always wearing his green Yankee baseball cap, was very helpful and outgoing and would usually give me the weekly breakdown on the yankees season which I quickly started to look foward to on my trips to Ralphs. All in all this location is the best by far in Staten Island. Can’t wait for you to be open again!!“

“It's not as pricey as i thought it was gonna be. My daughter and I love crumbl!! The cake batter cookie is my favorite one. The staff were all very nice and helpful. I recommend everyone try crumbl at least once! you won't regret it“

“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!!“

“Best ice cream I’ve ever had!“

“Updating my review based on the owner’s response. While our first visit on a Sunday morning was disappointing due to being overlooked while staff focused on prep, the management response was prompt, direct, and genuinely accountable. They acknowledged the mistake, explained the situation, and took full responsibility without making excuses. It’s clear they take hospitality and feedback seriously and want to make things right. We’re willing to give them another try based on how professionally this was handled.“

“The Italian Ices are amazing, so good lots of different flavors and even sell pints, great value, wonderful people can’t wait to get them again.“

“Great Place“

“Ask for the pumpkin latte ice cream . Not on the menu but available til late fall Sooo good!“

“I've been a Carvel fan my whole life, but the Old Bridge location is truly something special. Every visit feels like a trip down memory lane, but with the added bonus of friendly faces and consistently perfect ice cream.

The staff here are fantastic—always patient, smiling, and happy to help you find the perfect flavor or cake. You can tell they take pride in their work, and it makes the experience so much more enjoyable.

And the ice cream? Oh, the ice cream. It's always fresh, creamy, and exactly what you'd expect from Carvel. Whether it's a classic soft-serve cone with sprinkles, a rich sundae, or one of their famous ice cream cakes, the quality is always top-notch.
This is more than just an ice cream shop; it's a community staple. It's the perfect spot to grab a treat after a long day, celebrate a special occasion, or just enjoy a sweet moment. If you're in Old Bridge and craving ice cream, this is the only place to go. Five stars, without a doubt!“

“Best ices and the staff is so friendly They will always get my business.“

“I don’t usually leave reviews, but this ice cream was next-level. The moment I took the first bite, I knew it was worth every penny. The flavors are rich without being overwhelming, the caramel is perfectly smooth, and the whipped cream on top just takes it to another level. You can actually taste the quality—nothing about it feels cheap or rushed.

What surprised me most is how satisfying it is. It’s one of those treats that instantly boosts your mood and makes you feel like you’re indulging in something truly special. If you’re debating whether to try it, honestly… just go for it.

This is the kind of dessert that you end up thinking about later.

Highly recommend.“

“The ice cream here is superb“

“Best burger so juicy and delicious“

“The service was friendly the place was clean and the ice cream was yummy“

“Refresh Tea at Woodbridge Center is amazing! The drinks are fresh, flavorful, and perfectly made every time. The staff is friendly, helpful, and makes ordering a breeze. The store is clean, inviting, and has a relaxing atmosphere. Perfect spot for a quick refresh or to enjoy a tasty bubble tea with friends. Highly recommend!“

“Carvel made a wonderful cake for my Husband's Birthday. Thank you Jason and Janet.“

“great customer service! Just roll up before the gates and run inside with your paperwork. Even if the order is not already picked, they will tell you to back up to door number one, or two, and then they'll pick the order quickly! Very little waiting here! A pleasure!“

“I came in Saturday with my aunt and the girl at the counter was most accommodating. It was my first time there and she was extremely patient with me. She made my ice-cream and it was perfect! This company needs to calm down with the pricing though! Lol“

“Got the cupcakes, absolutely disgusting. Cupcake was made of dry overcooked cake crumbs. Popeyes biscuits have more moisture than these. For 23$ I expected better especially from coldstone but unfortunately this is what they make here. I also called and asked why the cupcakes were made of dry crumbs and they confirmed that this is how they are instructed to make them. Definitely will not be purchasing again and just want to let other consumers know what they're buying before they get scammed like I did.
Edit: i brought back the cupcakes and the owner was very sweet and replaced them immediately with cookie sandwiches as well as a large container of ice cream. The cupcakes are still disgusting but the ice cream is good.“