40 Best Ice Cream Shops near Millstone

“Love that Olivia's has so many glowing reviews, because she deserves them! It's true - this is the best ice cream I've ever enjoyed. And not just the ice cream, but the chocolate sprinkles are top quality.
You never thought about cheap v. quality chocolate sprinkles before, have you? And right now, I bet you're greatly underestimating how much of an impact can good sprinkles really make to a cone? All the difference, my friend. Like comparing a lightening bug to a lightening bolt.
We are creatures of habit, and haven't ventured beyond the vanilla, or my favorite, the vanilla-chocolate swirl, soft serve with sprinkles, but man oh man, when it's this good, you don't need to reinvent the wheel. That said, after reading these reviews, I am very eager to expand my horizons! The chocolate is superb, you can taste it is distinct from the vanilla, unlike many other soft serve cones, let's be honest.
All this would not be as sweet, however, if the woman who works there wasn't the a lovely, down to earth person, but she truly is.
And clean! This place is immaculate! Peek inside, you'll see what I mean. Just top notch all around. I'm such an Olivia's fan!“

“Doug, so sorry you sold the place. Loved the food, decor,strudel, and German food and sandwiches . Good luck in your new endeavors and will call for catering.“

“My brother, sister and I went there for a birthday treat for my sister. The french fries were some of the best I have ever tasted. My brother liked his burger. We all enjoyed our shakes. I got fudge shake vanilla ice cream. Service was prompt and delivered to table.“

“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.“

“Always had great service and italian ice.“

“We always have the BEST experience at Fresh Tiki Bar! Every time we go, the place feels bright, cheerful, and so welcoming. It’s the kind of spot that instantly puts you in a good mood.

Everything we’ve tried has been absolutely delicious and so creatively presented. You can tell they really care about making each treat fun and special. My son is completely obsessed with their waffle wands and never wants to put his down. It’s safe to say this has become our favorite treat stop!

If you’re looking for amazing desserts, a happy vibe, and a fun experience for families, this is it. We already can’t wait for our next visit!!!“

“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.“

“Jason is honestly one of the main reasons going to Rita’s Ice is such a good experience. From the second you walk up, he’s friendly in a way that doesn’t feel forced or fake—he actually seems like he enjoys being there and talking to customers. It makes a big difference, especially compared to places where workers just rush you through the line.

What really stands out is how helpful he is. If you’re not sure what flavor to get, he’ll give suggestions or let you try samples without making you feel like you’re being annoying. He knows the menu really well and can recommend combinations that actually end up being really good. You can tell he cares about people leaving happy with what they ordered.

He’s also super efficient. Even when there’s a long line, he keeps things moving without making anyone feel rushed. He balances speed with good service, which isn’t easy to do. Plus, he pays attention to small details, like getting orders right the first time and making sure everything looks good before handing it over.

Overall, Jason just makes Rita’s a better place to go. It’s not just about getting ice—it’s about the experience, and he definitely improves that. People remember service like that, and it’s the kind of thing that makes you want to come back.“

“great ice cream so worth the wait“

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

“The Gelatis are the best! Usually there’s a wide variety of ice flavors, lemon being my favorite!👍“

“Yum for the whole family!!! They’ll blow you away with the flavors and large array of selections. Lexie crafted the tastiest most well balanced coke float I’ve had in a long while.👏🙌🙌👏 Be back soon!!“

“After many friends telling how good AMA is I decided to grab a pie and meatball parm sub to give them a go. My words will not give their food justice but it is delicious. Napoletan done the right way. Not to mention the owner is beyond good people. Greeted me outside while I was waiting for them to open and then offered me an espresso while my food was being prepared. We will most certainly be back.“

“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.“

“🍦 Five Stars for a Sunday Sweet Spot!
We dropped by this Cold Stone late Sunday evening, and it was the perfect, low-key end to our family weekend. Since it wasn't crowded, the staff was incredibly patient with my kids as they picked out their favorite mix-ins.
The store was spotless, the service was friendly, and the ice cream was as rich and creamy as ever—nothing beats a fresh waffle bowl when you have the place almost to yourself. It was a great, stress-free treat for the whole crew. We’ll definitely be back!“

“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!“

“Love the place Great selection Great service“

“So my family ordered sundaes. We didn't realize how generous the portions were. The quality of the ingredients was very good. We took home what we couldn't finish. The young lady that took care of us was very quick and efficient. She definitely needs a raise.“

“The ice and gelato are terrific“

“Where can I find grape sugar free Popsicles around 77503 area. Those were the best when I was in the hospital and I can't seem to find them anywhere. Ty!“

“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“

“We ordered a cake for our son’s high school graduation and it far exceeded expectations! We thought we may have over ordered and gotten too large of a cake but we only had a couple of slices left because people came back for more!“

“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!“

“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.“

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

“I recently ordered a custom ice cream cake for my son's birthday from Coldstone Creamery, Branchburg location, and it was absolutely incredible from start to finish. The base was a rich red velvet cake layer that was perfectly soft and flavorful, paired with a decadent fudge middle layer that added the perfect chocolatey depth. The owner was incredibly helpful and patient throughout the process, taking the time to understand exactly what I was looking for. She offered thoughtful suggestions on flavor combinations and mix-ins, which really helped elevate the final cake beyond what I had originally imagined. The service was very good, the cake arrived fresh, well-presented, and exactly as customized. It was a big hit with all the guests—everyone kept going back for seconds and couldn’t stop talking about how delicious it was. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone looking for a special dessert and I have ordered another custom cake from them already :)“

“Went there for the first time ever n met Ava an employee there n I gotta say she has the most AMAZING energy n attitude!! Her customer service by far was best Ive ever had ☺,great smiley employee, great ice cream n shakes I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this place n stop by n see her for great service!!! Comin back sooon 👍“

“Went to get my husband's birthday cake last minute, they we're so nice and understanding and didn't complain about the rush. They even put a note on the cake for me and also was able to get a number candle too! The woman on register was really knowledgeable about the selections and exactly where to find what I needed!! Thanks Carvel,!!“

“Visited Kwality Ice Cream and had a really great experience! The Badshahi Kulfi Falooda was the standout — rich, creamy, refreshing, and full of authentic flavors. The pani puri was also super tasty with crispy puris and a perfect spicy-tangy pani. The paan was fresh and made for a nice finish.

Special mention to Madhuram, the owner, for the warm hospitality and friendly service that made the visit even better.

Tip: ask them to mix Pudina and Khata Meetha pani with a little black salt — it takes the taste to another level! Also, if you prefer better flavor, request room temperature pani instead of very cold :)

Definitely a place worth visiting for authentic Indian desserts and street food!“

“I enjoyed spendinding a few hour here on Sunday morning sipping espresso and using complimentary wifi. I was looking for a place like this near Rutgers university. Other options did not have free parking, so this was an easy choice, which I don't regret!“

“Such a great Rita’s. They have a wonderful selection of flavors, with more variety in both ice flavors and custard flavors than the average Rita’s. The service is also very good: friendly and timely. There wasn’t too much of a line when I went, so it was very quick.“

“love the bubble tea and general atmosphere“

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

“We recently had my daughter’s soccer team lunch here on a Sunday afternoon. I spoke with the manager on duty the evening prior and it couldn’t have gone smoother. We had the whole top floor to ourselves. Service was amazing as was the food. We sometimes have issues splitting checks because the girls want to sit together away from their parents but they handled it with ease. I’m still dreaming of the delicious ice cream that was the cherry on top of a great experience.“

“9/18/2020: A guy with blonde hair on top of his brown hair, was the nicest guy ever. I didn’t catch his name but he made my day better. He deserves more than the tip jar, he needs a raise for running the place. 5 stars, hope you get a raise :)“

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

“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.“

“Had a mix up with a custom cake... but they were ready to go above and beyond to fix the issue. Mistakes happen; it's how a company reacts to them that makes the difference. And besides that, the cake we did get was a hit with the recipient and delicious!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Loved It!

I stopped in for a quick bite and ended up having some of the best tacos I’ve ever had. The barbacoa tacos were incredible—super tender, flavorful, and packed with just the right amount of spice. You can tell the meat was slow-cooked with care. The tortillas were fresh and warm, and everything was topped off with fresh cilantro and onions, just how I like it.

The service was friendly and fast, and the whole place had a great vibe—laid-back but clean and welcoming. If you’re anywhere near this spot and love tacos, do yourself a favor and try the barbacoa. I’ll definitely be back!“