28 Best Ice Cream Shops near North Tonawanda

“Went for a chocolate factory tour and the owner was absolutely amazing! The history is incredible and the chocolate is outstanding. They not only have an awesome store,they ship anywhere and they also offer ice cream, specialty coffee and hot chocolate. You can also order a icecream cake or icecream pie. Great business with a great selection and atmosphere. I definitely recommend this incredible business.“

“great food great place and service“

“So many choices and everything is delicious!“

“We had the gelato cart come to our wedding! It was such a fun treat. Our guests absolutely loved it! The gelato is absolutely delicious and perfect for cooling off from our dance floor! Frankie is such a great human, and we were so happy to have him there!“

“Absolutely love this place! The staff is friendly and efficient. The prices are amazing for what you get! Flavor choices feel unlimited. Clean and bright shop! Treat for the office every Friday to end the week on a positive note! Only complaint is they close for the winter!!!“

“Highly recommend a visit or several to Nicky 2 Scoops, we head over quite frequently for delicious and affordable ice cream treats for the family. We love the atmosphere and that there is a bonus program for frequent flyers like us to earn some cash back towards future purchases. We also recently rented the space for our daughters birthday party, the owners let us customize the space to our liking and offered an affordable party space so the whole extended family could attend comfortably & enjoy the ice cream with us! We will definitely use the space again for future parties 🎉 The owners are super friendly and very accommodating! Love it!“

“Sweet Jenny’s is a staple for our family. We never have a holiday table without chocolate from here. Teacher gifts are a must. Summer ice cream trips making memories! Everything here is amazing, including the owners. If your visiting the Buffalo area this place is a must see, we always bring out of towners here! Thanks for being such an awesome part of our community!“

“Had Dinner and ice cream here with my daughter and everything was amazing! Highly recommend this location for dining and ice cream.“

“Sweet Jenny’s is a staple for our family. We never have a holiday table without chocolate from here. Teacher gifts are a must. Summer ice cream trips making memories! Everything here is amazing, including the owners. If your visiting the Buffalo area this place is a must see, we always bring out of towners here! Thanks for being such an awesome part of our community!“

“Very Cute Local Neighborhood Ice Cream Shop with very reasonable prices and nice sitting area to enjoy“

“We have been to all the places around the area for our Friday fish fry and Hoover’s has THE best fish fry. We love their homemade ice cream! The only thing that is such a bummer, is the fact that it’s FREEZING in the cooler months, especially winter. Can we get some space heaters or something at least?! I love eating here but it’s hard when it’s so so cold.“

“I would love to give a very positive review but as of right now I cannot every time I go to the hertel location there always out of milk . the regular ice cream is great but I only do milkshakes cause I drive alot please fix y'all's problem of running out of milk.“

“Best ice cream I’ve ever had!“

“A Buffalo institution and one of my must visit place(s) if I'm in the area. Personally, I like the original Anderson's location on Sheridan (in Tonawanda) better than the other locations. But this one is not bad. Only got a twist of chocolate and vanilla custard this time but I've had majority of the items on the menu. The custard is always creamy and flavorful. Try one of the special flavors, like pistachios or strawberry, if they have it. You won't regret it and it's worth the calories.

Dietary restrictions: Dairy

Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly - who doesn't like custard/ice cream?

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“Ordered an ice cream cake for Easter. It was delicious!!!“

“The Wyck Recommendation: Anderson’s Frozen Custard
Rating: 4.4/5
Custard So Good I Questioned My Personality

Intro Scene
I’m not a dessert guy. Not even close. I’ll skip birthday cake, ignore the gelato menu, and politely decline your grandma’s cookies. But then I met this frozen custard. For the record, frozen custard isn’t ice cream. It’s creamier, denser, and made with egg yolks. It’s served a little warmer than ice cream so the texture stays smooth and rich, not icy or fluffy. Think soft serve with a college degree. One bite and I was staring into the swirl like it held answers about my past lives. Spoiler: it did.

What Was Ordered
Chocolate-Vanilla Swirl Frozen Custard (cup)
A few bites of the Peanut Butter Custard (and immediate emotional collapse)
The swirl was dense, silky, richer than ice cream but lighter than gelato. Like soft serve that took a sabbatical to Italy and came back with confidence. The peanut butter? Divine. Like eating a Reese’s that became sentient.

Service Commentary
It ran like a well-oiled teen-powered machine. Everyone was busy and hyper-focused, but still friendly. No slackers, no confusion, no chaos. Just an army of night-shift warriors serving sugar with speed. Even the guy wiping counters had purpose.

Vibe Check
Open-late buzz. Garage doors wide open. Kids running across the lot like it’s a family reunion. Parents exhaling. Friends lingering. The energy was warm, welcoming, a little nostalgic. The kind of place you drive past and instantly regret not stopping.

The Space Itself
The building looks like a diner mated with a fire station. Bold, boxy, and clean as hell. The interior had fast food-style counters and a layout built for high turnover, but there wasn’t a single sticky table or overflowing bin. Bright lighting, smooth operation, no weird smells. It’s a soft-serve cathedral.

About the Neighborhood
Smack in the middle of suburban sprawl. Huge parking lot, easy in and out. No scenic views, no charm, just efficiency. And that’s honestly all you want at 10:30pm when the craving hits. You’re here for the swirl, not the skyline.

Hits and Misses
✓ Peanut Butter Custard — genuinely unforgettable
✓ Chocolate-Vanilla Swirl — dense and addictive
✓ Staff — sharp, efficient, and upbeat
✓ Clean open space — built for busy nights
✗ Didn’t try the savory menu yet
✗ Not a “hangout” vibe if you’re looking for slow and moody

Final Verdict
Anderson’s didn’t just win me over. It made me question who I’ve been all these years avoiding dessert. This isn’t ice cream. It’s something else entirely. Smooth, dense, and oddly emotional. I’d come back every night if I lived nearby. I don’t even like sweets. But I’ll never drive past this place again without stopping.

Perfect For
Late-night drives
Custard-based spiritual awakenings“

“An absolute must-visit in Kenmore! We just had our first experience at King Condrell's, and WOW—this place is a dessert dream come true! From the moment we walked in, the retro charm and sweet smell of chocolate had us hooked. We ordered a little bit of everything: the iced frozen chai was perfectly spiced and refreshing, the princess chocolate pop was adorable and delicious, and the birthday cake ice cream tasted like a slice of heaven! But the real star? The build-your-own ice cream dish. We chose chocolate peanut butter brownie ice cream and loaded it with Reese’s, KitKat, hot fudge, and whipped cream—and it was every bit as indulgent and amazing as it sounds. What makes it even better? Everything is made from scratch—you can taste the difference. And to top it all off, the incredibly kind owner gave my daughter a free lollipop, which absolutely made her day. The staff was friendly, the treats were over-the-top in the best way, and we’re already planning our next visit. Whether you're craving ice cream, chocolate, or just a fun place to treat yourself—King Condrell’s is IT. 🍦🍫👑“

“The best gelato 🍨 I’ve had in the niagara region, I love this place it’s so good and so worth it!“

“This Dairy Queen is amazing! It’s right near me so it’s an easy walk, and usually the lines aren’t crowded and the staff are really nice! The atmosphere is nice and the food is great just a bit melty but you can grab a few napkins then you are fine.“

“This location is known for serving a variety of treats such as ice creams, Blizzards, sundaes, and fast food items. It's a part of the Dairy Queen Grill & Chill system, which has a reputation for its combination of hardworking people and great-tasting food and treats. The store offers amenities like credit card acceptance, mobile ordering, delivery, gift cards, and outdoor seating.Dairy Queen, one of the largest fast-food chains specializing in ice cream and frozen treats, has a rich history that dates back to 1940. The first Dairy Queen store was opened in Joliet, Illinois, by entrepreneur John Freemont "J.F." McCullough, his son Alex, and their friend Sherb Noble. They developed a unique soft-serve recipe two years earlier and decided to open Dairy Queen following its successful trial at Sherb's ice cream shop.The initial store in Joliet was primarily a place to buy ice cream and refreshments, with no seating for customers. Instead, people were encouraged to take their treats home or eat them on the go. This concept of a quick-service ice cream establishment was new and rapidly gained popularity.Dairy Queen began expanding through a franchise system just a year after its inception. By 1947, the number of stores grew to 100, and by 1953, Dairy Queen had crossed the borders into Canada with a franchise in Melville, Saskatchewan. In the 1950s and 1960s, Dairy Queen became a staple of social life in small Midwestern and Southern towns in the United States, often featuring in stories and memoirs about small-town America.A significant milestone in their menu development was the introduction of the Blizzard in 1985. This new product, combining soft-serve ice cream with candy mix-ins, was an instant success and became a hallmark of the Dairy Queen brand.Over the years, Dairy Queen has continued to grow and evolve. As of the mid-2010s, there were more than 6,400 Dairy Queen stores in over 25 countries, with the majority in the United States. The company became International Dairy Queen, Inc. (IDQ) in 1962 and was later acquired by Berkshire Hathaway in 1998.Dairy Queen's menu has also evolved over the years, from the introduction of malts and shakes in 1949, banana splits in 1951, to the Dilly® Bar in 1955. The Brazier® concept, which introduced an expanded fast-food menu, was launched in 1957. Today, Dairy Queen's offerings include a wide range of frozen treats, fast food items, and specialty items like the Blizzard and GrillBurgers.“

“I was looking for a froyo place that serves a more tart style yogurt and the "euro tart" flavor definitely delivers!

Way more topping selection than other places in the area and I couldn't believe how clean it was!

We will definitely come back when we are in the area.“

“Very good food. Lots to choose from and the frozen custard is so yummy!“

“I love their roast beef sandwich with sweet potato fries it always comes hot and fresh keep up the great work guys. I also love their ice cream, they make their own ice cream and custard in house and you can taste the difference it is delicious! Anderson’s is a great place to stop for a good time and an amazing meal that won’t break the bank. The interior is vey nice and clean and I love the way it is themed.“

“I go to Anderson’s on Sheridan almost every Monday or Wednesday for lunch. I’m a creature of habit and always get the same thing. Beef on weck, hot sauce on the side, large fry. As soon as I walk up to the register, the super friendly staff already knows my order and name! They’ve even carried my food out to my table for me on a slower day for them! I’ve never had a bad experience. The staff is friendly, food is great, service is quick, even when they are understaffed- nobody is ever just standing around. I’d recommend going to the Sheridan Drive Anderson’s to anyone! And order whatever you want! You can’t go wrong!“

“Got a birthday cake for a friend and no line, fast friendly service. I also discovered $5 mystery bags in the freezer. I bought one and there was a small and a large blizzard of random flavors inside.

Kid-friendliness: Kids love ice cream“

“Went with a friend and ordered two scoops of a Perry's (less than $5) and it was the perfect cool down treat! The service was prompt and the staff professional. They also have an large food menu, but that will have to be for another visit/review. The parking lot can feel a little cramped, but it's a nice spot with outdoor seating.“

“Quick, friendly service & IMO THE best ice cream around!!“