50 Best Ice Cream Shops near Short Hills

“Exceptional Experience at Venchi – Thanks to Angel, Tim, and Gina!

From the moment I walked into Venchi at Short Hills Mall, I was met with next-level service. Angel, Tim, and Gina made the entire experience feel personalized, welcoming, and incredibly professional.

Angel lives up to his name—attentive, knowledgeable, and kind.

Tim brought an energy that made shopping fun—A total pro.

Gina had a warm, effortless charm and was patient, insightful, and detail-oriented. Her customer care was on point.

The team worked together seamlessly—like a well-oiled machine. Venchi at Short Hills is the place to go, and Angel, Tim, and Gina are the dream team to help you.

Can’t wait to come back!“

“I had the pleasure of being served by Ashley at Forty Carrots in Bloomingdale’s, and I can’t say enough good things about the experience. From the moment we were seated, Ashley was warm, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. She made thoughtful recommendations, checked in at just the right times, and brought an energy that truly elevated the meal. It’s rare to find service that feels both genuinely friendly and perfectly professional, but Ashley struck that balance effortlessly. Her attention to detail and welcoming attitude made our visit memorable. Highly recommend asking for Ashley if you’re dining at Forty Carrots!“

“it’s very quiet, Gilda is so sweet and she really dedicates every beverage of food with care.the drinks are not expensive, they’re super delicious. i’m not a fan of green drinks but her protein green shake was amazing! their tea is delicious and for the price you get you definitely get more than plenty!! definitely would go back again, especially for their food!!“

“Delicious ice cream! Courteous and helpful staff. Best malted milkshake I've had in a long time. Black raspberry ice cream was also on point! Cute candy counter too. Free street parking and a small parking lot behind the building (a bit dangerous on foot in the parking lot FYI if you have little kids).“

“Was in there about a week ago for the 1st time..mint chip Gelato is a MUST..Great atmosphere..Tonight stopped in for a HUGE..SOFT..choc chip cookie..a MUST.. The young lady who waited on me tonight..a FRIENDLY..WELCOMING Smile and Personality..MUCH NEEDED...Thank You..If you haven't stopped in yet..You are MISSING out..... and.. I 2nd this review ...today... truly deserved.......thank you for the BEST choc chip cookies and welcoming environment“

“Great service, friendly staff and great ice cream!“

“Best ice cream shop in Essex County if not the entire state of NJ. You can taste the difference in quality, creaminess, ingredients, no artificial flavors. Small micro batches made with natural ingredients and real flavors. Great owner and staff. Very nice people who go above and beyond to help create a wonderful experience. Small space but the flavor is large. They are getting ready to launch their second storefront in Lyndhurst. Go check them out. You won’t be disappointed. Favorite flavors include: Strawberry Baklava Chocolate But all are incredibly good!“

“very clean, easy flow for checkout“

“Danielle, the cake maker, is extremely accommodating and talented! She is wonderful with my daughter’s food allergies!“

“7 scoops has the best ice cream and it is reasonably priced! The staff is so friendly and helpful as well. Orla is fantastic! I highly recommend 7 scoops!“

“Thank you for sharing your delicious ice cream with our Staff for Teacher appreciation!“

“This visit may have been the highlight of my entire life to date. I ordered the cowabunga cream sundae and this young gentleman provided not only the sweetest treat but the friendliest and most delightful service I've received at any place of business. Would come here every day if I could ⏸️“

“Just a little too overly cautious with the covid-19 for me but the ice 🧊 cream 🍦 was good prices and service pretty decent“

“Amazing and delicious - you need to go here as soon as possible!!! Best ice cream!!“

“Nice gem in Montclair. I stopped in for pistachio flavored gelato after dinner at a restaurant nearby. The flavor was amazing and there were other options to choose from in addition to coffee. There are tables inside and outside to sit at. I look forward to coming back to try other flavors and treats on the menu.“

“it was good“

“Zita’s has the most DELICIOUS homemade vanilla chip & coffee ice cream. I’m delighted that their take out pint and quart containers are now more environmentally friendly. Thank you, Zita’s!! 😋🍦🤩⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Amazingly delicious ice cream served at a perfect temperature. No matter what flavor I try it taste delicious. Service is great too.!“

“On behalf of the Mount Pleasant PTA, We would like to express our sincerest gratitude to Guerriero Gelato for their incredibly generous contribution to our recent schoolwide event. Your support played a significant role in making the event a resounding success, and we are truly grateful for your contribution to our school community. Thank you once again for your kindness and generosity, and we hope to continue working together in the future to support our students and their education.“

“Many verities of Ice cream available.very hygiene

Parking: It's located at the entrance of Little falls.near is a walkable distance water fall must visit

Kid-friendliness: Kids friendly,can enjoy well

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes, easy wheel chair accessible.“

“friendly people serve you sweet treats. it can't get any better.“

“Thank you for making the BEST cake!! I came in a few hours before graduation and asked to decorate the cake on each side. The woman who decorated the cake did an amazing job!“

“Lots of flavor variety. Wish the sugar free/ NSA flavors were listed on the menu .“

“The take out process is brilliant. Nothing better than a couple of quarts of McCools ice cream to have on hand! Order online and pick up at the curb.“

“everything was perfect! I ordered a gelati which is custard vanilla ice cream with italian ice I paired it with lemon ice and cherry ice which had pieces of cherry in it . It was a minute wait because the girls were cleaning the ice cream machine but it was not for long . I have not had this in a long time and it was still delicious.“

“I finally got the chance to try Crumbl Cookies and I’m so glad I was able to try the lineup for this week. The cookies were delicious, Kentucky butter cake and sticky bun were my favorite. The pink velvet and Banana upside down cake were tasty as well. The staff was nice, and I didn’t have to wait long for my order even ordering ahead. One of selections ended up being sold out and the workers decided to give me a free cookie. I’ll definitely be back, I can’t wait for next’s week lineup.“

“Best Company In The World!!!!! I Work Here And Know That EveryOne At This Wonderful Company Are Respectful And Extremely Polite We Are Here To Satisfy All Our Customers I Want To Give A Big Thanks To The People In Charge For Always Believing In Us And Pushing Us To Be Better Everyday“

“Decided to stop in after a tour visit to Montclair University and receiving a gift card for Christmas. Everything was delicious. We ordered brisket fries,cheese fries, smash patty melt, Montclair Blue Burger, build your own burger and 3 shakes. Everything was amazing including the burger buns (fluffy and airy). I wish they were closer to us, Old Bridge could definitely use a really good burger place.“

“el helado de chocolate con oreo“

“Best ice cream around!!! Friendly staff Very clean“

“Delicious ice cream with terrific service. The swirl cone was large and had a perfect mix of vanilla and chocolate taste. I chose rainbow sprinkles as a topping and it was a great choice. I have to bring my husband next time to try his favorite treat of all time chocolate milk shakes.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Hidden Gem in NJ – Salaam Ice Cream Parlor is a Must-Visit
it’s a full experience. The place is vibrant, clean, and welcoming, with a unique cultural charm that sets it apart from your typical ice cream shop .
The ice cream in question? rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor. Whether you’re into classic vanilla bean or want to try something new . every scoop is crafted with care and creativity. The waffle cones are crisp and honestly addictive.
What truly makes Salaam stand out is the exceptional customer service. The staff is friendly and patient. You can tell they genuinely care about the community and the people who walk up to get icecream.

Whether you’re a local or just passing through, Salaam Ice Cream Parlor deserves a spot at the top of your list. It’s more than a sweet treat—it’s a place that brings people together.“

“Delicious ice cream and great staff!“

“Great people inside the counter with great service Thank you“

“Swirl is still my favorite but cakes did look amazing“

“Always delicious. I would highly recommend ordering a freshly made ice cream cake. Totally a different experience than picking up a frozen cake @ supermarket for not that much more. They need minimum 24 hrs notice 4 ice cream to set. Can also customize. I prefer no whip cream & instead get fudge & crunchies. Always fresh & delicious 😋“

“It's the bomb....great flavors and service...yeahhh“

“awesome. nice people. great food.“

“This place has amazing Protein Shakes, delicious/healthy food, and healthy fast working Energy drinks. From The Food to The Drinks she makes everything from scratch, all the ingredients she uses is vegan base and nothing harmful towards the body“

“This drink spot is absolutely adorable!! The owner is super sweet, the yogurt drinks are very tasty, and the interior is absolutely adorable!!

Vegetarian options: Most products that are the yogurt drinks do not use direct animal byproducts except the yogurt itself!

Dietary restrictions: Hey Yogurt is very healthy conscious and uses all natural ingredients!

Kid-friendliness: The owner and staff are very kind friendly!!“

“I love the place. My son love the ice cream and the girls are very friendly“

“I came here because I love the Haagen Dazs Ice Cream brand that you buy at the store so I decided to come here they have a wide variety of flavors and I got the strawberry since that’s my favorite Haagen Dazs flavor the ice cream tasted good but it was really hard and did not taste as good as the pint it was still really good but it’s expensive so I wouldn’t go out of my way to come here“

“I had vanilla ice cream in a cone with the chocolate dip. 1 thing I can say after all these years the ice cream had not changed!!!!“

“Great ice cream and soup!“

“Great ice cream, even while waiting on line there’s a great vibe. By the way, I had the cherry vanilla!“

“Amazing place, great Ice Cream, and lovely service, I highly suggest this place if you live in or near MapleWood! I can’t wait to come back here and try there Sundaes, oh, and if the owner of this place reads this, may God bless you and keep you, your Ice Cream is amazing! And big shout out to the very knowledgeable lady who helped me make my experience here great!

Kid-friendliness: For all kids and parents alike“

“pumkin, Key Lime Pie & Peach are my favs.“

“Las hamburguesas 👍🏼 estaban riquísimos y las papas con tocino“

“Perfect for kids, Plus the food is great!!“

“This place is just amazing! There were 5 of us and we all ordered something different. Everything we got was delicious- we all tried each other's dishes. There's a little bit of everything to satisfy even the pickiest eater. I would just drive her (over a 2 hour drive for me) just to come eat here. I need this place closer to home, lol.“