8 Best Ice Cream Shops near Ballston Spa

The Wind-Chill Factory & Mini-Golf at Ballston Spa Ice Cream • $
3 Trieble Ave, Ballston Spa

Customers` Favorites

1 4lb Mushroom & Swiss Burger
Beer Battered Onion Rings
Chicken Tenders
French Fries
Cheese Fries

“My husband and I went there today, the food was good, but wish the prices were a little lower but still very good. The teenager that waited on us today seemed more worried about talking to her friend than doing her job and she was pretty rude. Normally we go there for ice cream but her attitude was so off putting that we just left when we finished eating.“

4 Good62 Reviews
Cookies & Cream Ice Cream Shop • $
450 E High St, Ballston Spa

Customers` Favorites

Toasted Coconut
Hard Ice Cream
Cookie Dough
Cotton Candy
PB Sundae
Fudge

“What an amazing place! Had a sweet tooth and did a quick google search to find this place near our Air BNB. Ice cream was outstanding with a super friendly service. Shop is adorable with all sorts of gifts and additional sweet treats like fudge, bourbon candies and coffee. Highly recommended!!!“

4 Good57 Reviews
Kaleidoscope Cafe Ice Cream Shop • $$
588 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs - 9.28 miles

“I came here once over the summer and really vibed with the owner. He's friendly and carries a conversation gracefully. (Spoke with Ty this time. Also a good guy.) The first time we vibed I'd ordered chocolate, but I remember he said the sweet blue-nilla flavor was his favorite so I figured I'd try it and savor it. How can you beat it? It's made with organic blueberries and local honey, clearly made from scratch. There's no catch; it tastes crisp, fresh. So does the cheesy Mac. Had to have that. Brings me back. Yanno those childhood days. Anyways. Kaleidoscope Cafe. It's a homemade ice cream place. Go and grab a scoop, perhaps a plate. p.s. This is the last time and place I'm eating out before embarking on a 13 day complete water fast, after which I won't be won't be eating out again, unless I happen to be on vacation or traveling with a family member or some other rare occasion. The fast starts on Ekadashi on March 20th, 2024 and will carry on all the way through Palm Sunday on the 24th, Holi on the 25th, Good Friday on the 29th, Easter on the 31st, and Easter Monday on April 1st. I plan on breaking the fast on April 1st; that is, unless God guides me to keep fasting. And no, it's not what you're thinking; this is not an April Fool's joke. Not to make this about me, but I've been building up my fasting tolerance for years now. I've fasted for 5 days, 6 days, and 7 days on separate occasions, on nothing but pure, distilled water. I've fasted 3 days more times than I can count. And I've been consistently fasting 24-36 hours per week for years now. I feel all this fasting has culminated into me embarking on this (at least) 13 day fast. It all started when I read The Miracle of Fasting by Paul C. Bragg. Since then, I've enjoyed reading many other credible fasting works, one of which is The Science and Fine Arts of Fasting by Dr. Herbert M. Shelton, a man who has fasted more people than any other doctor in recorded history. Again, this is not about me, although it may seem like a personal testimony. To put it succinctly: I'm not sure who will read this, if anyone will believe it, or if anyone cares; that's not why I put this on here. I certainly won't be telling any friends and family, so this is really between us. Inasmuch as my profile on here is anonymous, I feel comfortable sharing this with whoever does read it. Other than this info that I share with you now, this fast is in secret. Who knows, someone may benefit from it. It may inspire someone. That is more along the lines of my intent. At any rate, this will likely be my last post on here. As you can see from what I've already posted, I've had my fun in the world. For the good of all concerned, I'll share one thing I've observed, one thing that I've learned from fasting: Although pleasure is beautiful, as all of existence has an intrinsic aesthetic beauty to it, it is ultimately enslaving. I've discovered a lasting joy with regular fasting. It's now obvious that pleasure is one level of pleasantness and joy is another. Although pleasure is beautiful, it is binding. Joy is wonderful; above all it is liberating. I've found that fasting is invigorating--a safe, practical, and evolutionary opportunity for everybody, whatever their race, religion, or nationality. Whatever "their" personal history. It's an effective way to build up our Vitality.“

4.9 Superb40 Reviews
Icy Point Rolling Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $
800 NY-146 suite 110, Clifton Park - 9.97 miles

Customers` Favorites

Matcha Made in Heaven
Strawberry Cheesecake
Strawberry Swatting
Monkey Business
Tropical Twist

“The staff at this place are the most friendliest and genuinely nicest people I know. Sarah is the BEST of all! They are amazing to my family and my kids love being there. Their staff deserves a raise, they are the reason why we go there all the time. They make it extremely welcoming.“

4.7 Superb39 Reviews
Dairy Haus Ice Cream Shop • $
476 Maple Ave, Saratoga Springs - 8.07 miles

“The ice cream here is very good. I like that they have kiddy cones and the flavor variety and novelty of flavors is really great. However, like everyone else said, they are severely understaffed so you will have to wait a long time to get to the window if there is a line. Even worse, the ordering system is to queue behind each serving window, so if you step into the wrong line prepare to be severely bitter as you watch people in the other line who came 10 minutes after you get served 15 minutes before you. Why not set up a ticket system like at the deli? That would be much more fair. I'd only recommend stopping by when there's no line.They have parking, but you might not get a spot during peak times. Covered outdoor seating is available.“

4.4 Superb54 Reviews
16 Handles Ice Cream Shop • $
5 Southside Dr, Clifton Park - 10.13 miles

“It's been overdue for me to rate this place, honestly! The frozen yogurt quality and options are wonderful, and the quality of the toppings are always great. It's so nice to be able to get fruit topping that's actually fresh and not either mushy or heavily preserved in a sauce.Bonus points for having airy whipped cream and not cool whip. Nothing against cool whip, but I don't really care for the texture of it on my soft serve or my yogurt.The only thing I recommend is checking the hours before you stop over. I have had times where I try to stop in after dinner only to find they're closed. They aren't a late night location, and you may be tight on time to stop over for a post-meal dessert. Summer hours are a tiny bit later if I recall, so you may have better luck with a night time dessert pit stop in the June-August months.But all the same, I recommend the stop. The price is great (it's by your bowl's weight, so it's ultimately up to you), the food quality is lovely, and it's a nice, calm atmosphere and a very clean store.“

4.5 Superb32 Reviews

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Mama's Ice Cream Shop • $$
119 Lake Hill Rd, Burnt Hills - 6.76 miles

“This is a neighborhood staple! The place is owned by a true blue Greek Chef! He is kind, friendly and really cares about the quality of his products! It's all family owned and operated and his cooking is better than the ice cream so try the food people!“

4.2 Good123 Reviews
Menchie's Frozen Yogurt Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
3076 NY-50, Wilton - 9.22 miles

“The flavors they had when I went were amazing but what I liked the most is that I went with my mom and my 3 year old and both of the girls working there started playing with my son, they were lovely! We enjoyed our froyos and my son enjoyed playing with them with the big connect-4 they have at the store.“

3.5 Good11 Reviews
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