47 Best Ice Cream Shops in Pittsburgh

“This is a special place. Liege waffles are very different than anything I've ever had. They are made from a yeast dough, with caramelized brown sugar inside, smallish, and served warm in a napkin so that you can take it with you while window shopping. Please note: these are not meant to be served with ice cream on top. The ice cream and waffles are both very good by themselves. The owner only serves them together because people ask for that, but I think they ask for it because they think that's how it's meant to be served. (At least, that's what we thought!)“

“the best ice cream shop in pittsburgh....i go there almost every week.....never disappoint🥰🥳“

“This delightful little shoppe needs to be on your Can’t Miss list! The Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream is some of the best in the world…but it’s the PEOPLE that make this place special! Yvonne and her crew really make you feel welcome and take service to the next level! I’ll be back…again and again…“

“There’s nothing like discovering a new ice cream shop when you travel. I love trying out local ice cream wherever I go and Millie‘s homemade ice cream definitely did not disappoint.

These ice cream flavors were some of the richest, most decadent I have ever experienced and that is coming from an ice cream aficionado.

After dinner, we walked to Millie‘s from our Airbnb and after sampling many different flavors, I finally settled upon the backyard s’mores and the brownie batter. Both flavors absolutely stuck true to their names and packed a punch.

I think I preferred the backyard s’mores just slightly because the brownie batter was SO decadent and SO rich it almost was too much. The keyword there being “almost”.

So if you are looking for some smooth, creamy, delicious ice cream in the Lawrenceville area, come check out Millie’s.“

“Fantastic milkshake and chocolate covered strawberries!“

“Restaurant was very clean, especially for a self-serve yogurt spot. The yogurt was great, I dont usually eat sugar free, but theirs was tasty and a nice treat. Definitely recommend to those visiting around the area and are looking for a quick refreshing treat.“

“Great quality drinks, syrups and products AND EVEN BETTER are the people! We absolutely love this spot ♥️“

“Always great ice cream and the girl serving was very kind and hard-working!“

“Custards is the best! Kirk and his fam do great job! Definitely go here!!“

“I love this place. really great customer service, big selection of handmade and vegan ice cream and dog friendly. Prices are not cheap but worth every penny. AWESOME“

“Amazing gelato! I’ve never been able to find authentic Italian gelato in Pittsburgh… until today! So excited to discover Piccola Piazza, and can’t wait to try more flavors soon! What a treat… we loved it!“

“we have been to the original location and love it! We are so excited that the Mccandless location opened and already have been there! The second location is close to our home and just as delicious as the first location! welcome to the McCandless neighborhood!“

“Do you Larry? - mike Pallidio ?“

“We recently visited The Milkshake Factory in Pleasant Grove, and it was an absolutely delightful experience from start to finish. The moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed by Micah, the owner, who made us feel like family. It was as if he had known us for years! Micah’s hospitality was unmatched. He generously offered us free samples of their incredible chocolate, encouraging us to try as much as we liked. It was such a thoughtful gesture that truly set the tone for our visit. As for the milkshakes, they were out of this world! I indulged in the Bananas Foster Milkshake, which was rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor. My wife couldn’t get enough of her Cookie Brownie Fudge milkshake—it was the perfect blend of decadent flavors. Our kids loved their classic Vanilla Milkshakes, which were smooth and delicious. The attention to detail, quality of ingredients, and exceptional customer service made this visit unforgettable. We can’t wait to return and try more of their amazing offerings. If you’re in Pleasant Grove, do yourself a favor and stop by The Milkshake Factory—you won’t be disappointed!“

“Delicious Ice Cream! Very nice staff! and they really pack in the take home quarts. Definitely my favorite ice cream place.“

“I love Rita's. Great ice and custard. If you don't treat yourself to a Rita's every summer you're missing out. It's the best.“

“This place is amazing, local and they have very unique handmade flavor offerings that my family loves. I’m giving them four stars after multiple times driving across town, with excited children only to be greeted with a paper on the window explaining some special circumstances for which they have to be closed for the day. If only they would update their hours online.“

“Omgosh please open one in nyc!! Amazing dairy free gluten free ice-cream with cones!!!!“

“Graham Central Station!!! They have a ton of flavors and they're all very very good, Graham Central Station? The best. Hands down.
There's tables and benches to sit at, staff is always wonderful, and the prices are great! Once you go you'll be back 😉“

“Wonderful fresh ice cream and GREAT service.“

“Single scoop custard in a cake cone was delicious and generous portion! We tried pistachio, and purple cow. Both were excellent, and our ice cream scooping young lady was very friendly and did a great job. Definitely will head back there.“

“Fantastic milkshake and chocolate covered strawberries!“

“Always great ice cream and the girl serving was very kind and hard-working!“

“Delicious homemade ice cream! We just picked up pints of banana chocolate chip and chocolate raspberry truffle and both were AMAZING! Love this place!“

“Fantastic milkshake and chocolate covered strawberries!“

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“Rita’s joined us for the 4th of July in our park along with our food truck night! What a great crew to work with!! They bring a nice variety of ice with them so there’s something for everyone! The price is very reasonable and the Ive was so fresh! Thank you guys for being a part of our community and having the friendliest staff ever!!“

“This place has the best cookies, gelato, and ice cream ever! My husband and I are from out of state and every time we visit Pittsburgh, Sam’s is the first place we go in the strip. The gentleman that runs it is named Dave and he’s so kind and friendly. Thank you Dave for the wonderful service and sweet treats! We will always return and are customers for life.“

“so many flavors, custom milkshakes, seasonal milkshakes, they have classic comfort flavors higher quality than any store bought.., and creative flavors that will satisfy sweet tooth, ALSO with a wide selection of toppings! hot fudge or caramel, butterscotch, different kinds of fruits, you have to see it for yourself! not to mention hand-packed pints!! great for after dinner, even the day after, or to share with a friend. friendly staff that are happy to help you explore new flavors too. definitely recommend!!........p.s you have so many opportunities; this vanilla milkshake was blended with fruity pebbles, and has strawberry jam around the edge. breakfast for dessert, there's so much you can do!“

“Have always loved this place!!! Ice cream 🍦 is awesome 😎“

“Bring Cash!! That's the only down side that I can come up with.
Joe's has an extremely polite staff and courteous that catered to my needs when all I had was my debit card. They fixed my family with their needs as I drove to the ATM.“

“Stopped in for ice cream in Squirrel Hill after a great dinner at Amazing Dumplings. We ordered custard and an Italian ice and they were both fabulous. The staff was very kind and gave us great recommendations including a couple of samples and we made great decisions. 5 out of 5 wood ice cream again.“

“Omgosh please open one in nyc!! Amazing dairy free gluten free ice-cream with cones!!!!“

“Yum“

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“I love the chocolate raspberry truffle, cherry vanilla & butter pecan.“

“The ice cream is a great option for a snack on the hot days. It is easy to find and not overpriced. It is very tasty and the staff are very friendly. There was not a long wait when we stopped, and service was quick. It's definitely a spot to stop at the zoo.“

“Millie’s is absolutely amazing. While working in the area. I had the pleasure of meeting Steven. I inquired where his business was and that I would need to come and try his ice cream. Surprise he brought me and my coworkers a goodie bag. The strawberry pretzel, s’mores, cookies and cream, and chocolate was the most delicious I have ever tasted. Oh and those waffle cones ♥️“

“Just tried the cappuccino flavor at a tasting in the Grove Kosher Market , South Euclid, Ohio. Rich, creamy, and nice flavor. Consistency was good. I would recommend a little more coffee flavoring for a more intensified taste. 4/5“

“Best ice cream shop in Pittsburgh. Also, it's a unique Pittsburgh experience. Go park under the bridge right next to the place and stand in the line that wraps around the building. Congrats, you're on your way to understanding this town.“

“Wonderful staff and amazing ice cream !! Highly recommend!!“

“Great flavors and options. Large scoop size!“

“Great Staff & Cappuccino Blast“

“Me and my family live going to this location! They are always friendly and give us wonderful suggestions every visit. We never leave disappointed which is why we continue to return each year. Thank you to all the staff for the great service ❤️ ?“

“So I went in w my preg gf, and we were eating ice treats, and wondering why that teenager boy talks to customers so aggressively? Like, I'd like to say, he's out of pocket, and 1 day he's going to cause a situation there. I left a 2 dollar tip and didn't say anything, just saying“

“Best Ice Cream cakes ever!!! My family loves them🥰“