50 Best Ice Cream Shops near Elkins Park

“The best crepes in the Philadelphia area, as far as I can tell. Great coffee and ice cream, too. Tucked away in Elkins Park, but very much worth discovering.“

“Great Ice Cream shop. They’re Birthday cake ice cream is legit deliciousness. Espresso xplosion and graham slaps too.“

“I love their water ice, nothing else like it!“

“Get the sorbetto! Great food, great service.“

“One of the best ice creams I’ve ever had anywhere. Hands down. (Two ultimate favs are the Earl Grey with Honeycomb and the Pistachio. Just perfect.)“

“Pasta making class Olivia was excellent. She understands the regions of Italy and was able to prep and explain with ease and grace. A participant asked about cacio e pepe, which was not on the agenda, and Olivia quickly prepared the basic but difficult to nail sauce. It was spot on. Would def recommend HBB to friends and family. One suggestion though - supplying guests with aprons would be helpful!“

“This place is pretty good. They only have a couple flavors I like, but the ones I like are good. The cookie dough brownie flavor was a disappointment when I tried it. The strawberry is just not good--takes artificial. The praline butter cake, pumpkin cheesecake (fall flavor), and carrot cake dulche de Leche (fall flavor) are all very good though. Portion sizes are good. Employees/service is good. Has an automatic door and is wheelchair accessible, although the concrete is kind of uneven and bumpy leading into the store, so might have a little trouble in a wheelchair.“

“Angel Nunez had amazing customer service. Ice cream was great recommend the peach ice cream it was bomb!!“

“good place for getting some relaxing time.“

“I don’t think you could ever go here and not be satisfied. The ice cream is AMAZING, the selection is extensive and they are some of the nicest people working in customer service.
You know you’re going to want some later, so always order a pint to go!“

“Really nice small local ice cream shop with about 12 flavors to choose from. The ice cream is flavorful and creamy and the price is fair for the amount you get. Limited seating inside and unfortunately no seating outside, probably because of the neighborhood.

Dietary restrictions: No sure about lactose free options

Parking: A decent amount of street parking

Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking“

“Absolutely delicious locally homemade ice cream. Great addition to the neighborhood, but also a destination worth traveling to!“

“As per always, our eating experience was outstanding in every way. We enjoy bringing friends here, as each and every one of them also enjoys the meal and the service (shout out to Carlos?). Every dish is delicious, there are no wrong picks.“

“The Cookie Monster ice cream was my son’s favorite!“

“Best homemade gelato money can buy from a small business!“

“Incredible ice cream, but extremely disappointing to see a lone employee left to deal with a line of 30+ people, on Labor Day at that. Would be great to see more appreciation for employees, we felt so bad for the girl working. Her attitude and ability to stay calm was impressive and inspiring!“

“Reminds me of snow cone places back home! Snack options and I love the water ice options and flavors! I can’t remember which flavors I had, it was guava and 2 others. DIVINE! Super nice staff too! However, I’ll pass on the pizza pretzels. I’m not from here, so keep that in mind.

Would go back either way.“

“Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is an absolute delight! We stopped by during lunch and were greeted by a friendly, welcoming staff member. Even though she was stocking when we arrived, she immediately took the time to assist us with our order and made some excellent recommendations.

We decided to try the seasonal passion fruit ice cream and the Earl Grey tea flavor. Both were phenomenal! The ice cream is clearly made with high-quality ingredients, resulting in a rich, creamy texture and vibrant flavors. The passion fruit ice cream was particularly spectacular—refreshingly tangy with just the right amount of sweetness. It’s a flavor that truly stands out among their impressive variety.“

“We tried the chocolate chip cookie skillet with vanilla ice cream and it was delicious! We also tried a peanut butter cookie skillet with the salted caramel ice cream and that combination was an absolute Star ⭐️ The cookies are freshly baked to order, Highly recommend! If you are in the Merchantville area, definitely check these guys out. The shop is clean and family friendly! 😃“

“Great Ice Cream, friendly staff, good prices, & quick service“

“Cozy ice cream spot with some traditionally flavors (chocolate, vanilla etc) but the best part are the unique flavors of ice cream they offer (lychee rose, sesame butter, taro, coffee milk tea), plenty of options for toppings and the egg waffle is also a very unique feature. Great ice cream with a twist!“

“Best pretzel I have ever tasted and at a great price!“

“My visit to this Frozen Rolled Ice Cream Shop was a truly delightful experience. It was fascinating to watch the ice cream being rolled right before my eyes, showcasing the impressive skill of the staff.

One of the highlights was the abundance of toppings they offer. They're very generous—you get to choose three toppings, and they don't hold back, ensuring each bite is packed with flavor and texture.

Being a fan of green tea, I couldn't resist trying their "Hulk" flavor, which combines green tea with Oreo. It was a delightful blend, with the subtle green tea flavors harmonizing perfectly with the crunchy Oreo bits. Their menu features a wide range of options, ensuring there's something to satisfy every taste.

Whether you prefer classic flavors or enjoy experimenting with unique combinations, this place delivers. With their skilled preparation, plentiful toppings, and diverse flavor selection, it's a spot that promises a memorable ice cream experience.

Parking: Limited street parking along arch Street. there are paid lots on corner of 10th and Arch, 11th and Arch, 11th and Cherry.“

“Stopped in during the food truck festival and was blown away by the great service and fresh treats! 5/5 definitely recommend!!“

“Yesterday was my first visit there. First, there was a sign indicating an invitation to use their back patio. I didn't know which way to access the patio so naturally I walked around to the other (wrong) side of the building searching for the back patio. I was met by two locked doors. I then walked down the path then around the front of the store and then I went in the other direction.... kept going... looking for the patio and found it in the back of the building where I placed my order. I was disappointed that there was no sugar-free ice cream but they had a vast array of cones. Then, I had to walk to another window to pick up my ice cream cone. The ice cream was really, really good though the prices were steep yet they asked for a tip in addition to the steep prices. Even with that, however, I will return. I was impressed that they were open in the middle of a rainy, cloudy Sunday afternoon. Their serving the ice cream cone in a little container was a cute addition.“

“I visited Surreal Creamery in Philadelphia just over a week ago, and it was an amazing experience! The creativity in both presentation and flavor really sets this place apart. I ordered one of their signature mason jar creations, and it was a perfect mix of rich, creamy ice cream and delicious toppings. The portion size was more than generous, and the staff was friendly and enthusiastic about helping me choose from their fun, colorful menu. If you’re in Philly and looking for a unique, Instagram-worthy treat, Surreal Creamery is a must-visit!“

“Great ice cream and open year round!!“

“The staff are great and the treats are high quality, fresh and top tier. Siddiq's water ice is unique because it's made with real fruit and the flavors are all amazing. There's no other place like it in the city. You don't have to feel guilty about allowing yourself or your children to indulge in his water ice. I love the blueberry the most but honestly all the flavors are amazing. It's hard to choose.“

“Cute little place and a good late night stop. It does get busy. Got milkshakes and they were awesome. Chocolate and vanilla both equally good. Not from the area but it seems like window service is typical in this area. Not really a fan of it though but that’s just personal preference. It didn’t take away from the experience, service, or quality of the ice cream. Staff was friendly and pleasant, would come again and definitely recommend.“

“Tried a homemade apple ice cream that was out of this world!“

“The ice cream was amazing, I had a vegan cookie dough with hot fudge. So good I didn’t even get to take a picture of it. Nice people too!“

“jacob is a master of veg cuisine, but he slings killer vegan pints like you wouldnt believe. i stop by weekly to yap and pick up a few flavors, and i never regret it. do yourself a flavor and get with the program. any time mango/guava makes an appearance, i ball out.“

“This is a review mostly for the Popalong Truck run by Weckerly's, although because my husband and I love the scoop shops so much, that's the main reason we booked the truck for our wedding!

One of our most favorite things in the world is ice cream, and so we knew we wanted to reach out to Weckerly's for their Popalong truck option.

They absolutely delivered.

They were great with communication, pricing, and helping us determine what package would be the best for us.

Our guests could not stop talking about the ice cream and popsicles, and some even got seconds and thirds!!

Some of our favorite photos are of us by the colorful and cute ice cream truck.

They were right on time for when they should arrive at the venue, and the staff member working the event was incredibly friendly.

They were prompt with our emailed questions and very professional and kind. We were super happy with our package options and flavor options, and nothing was last minute with them; they reached out well in advance with when we needed to make these decisions, and were seamless to work with.

So happy that they could be a part of our big day and we'd recommend the Popalong truck to anyone looking to have a fun and unique dessert option for their wedding day as well!“

“This place is Always busy!!

I have tried water ice, hand dipped ice cream, soft serve ice cream, pretzels, hot sausage.

The ice cream and water ice are served cold, its not melting all over the place when you get it, the pretzels were warm and soft , the hot sausages were very good!

Sometimes there is a line at the windows, it moves quickly!

You get a good sized portion for the price
They have sizes from small all the way up to quart
( water ice )
The water ice and ice creams are very flavorful!“

“Please stop by this location with the newer owners! This is our go to spot for our blizzards and also for everyone’s birthday cake! They always have the cake we need at the last minute and always are willing to personalize it. The woman was so sweet last time we got a cake and she let my daughter help her with writing on the cake. They also made a donation for my daughter’s softball team fundraiser that was very generous. Definitely make this your go to Dairy Queen!“

“Very friendly place for a quick bite and chat.“

“My Brother had been wanting to go there….so we pulled up today. I got a Strawberry Milkshake with whipped cream and a cherry on top. The presentation was beautiful. And it was delicious. I got a Fruity Pebbles Milkshake for my Daughter and it was delicious and looked amazing. I will definitely go again and try something different. Service is amazing! The young lady was very courteous.“

“Great food, great staff, plus Irish goodies!“

“Great service.“

“Can not go wrong ordering any dessert from Bredenbeck’s. We get all our daughter’s birthday cakes and go there for ice cream during the summer.“

“Delicious ice cream - homemade -and the waffle cones are amazing. Check it out!“

“Str8 Up Awesomeness At Its Best!!!!“

“Almost all of the flavors offered are wonderful. I love the rotating seasonal flavors and the fact that samples are offered so you can try things out. It is a bit pricey, but the ice cream is very high quality and many of the flavors are unique, so it is worth it. My favorite flavors are darkest chocolate and rainbow buttermilk frozen yogurt, both of which pair very well together!“

“Please let me tell you I live for an hour and some odd minutes away from all day hoagie all day ice cream establishment.
I was bragging about the Hoagies to my friends, my sister I brought all of them down there at several different times and guess what they are in love with the food the cakes, the ice cream the sandwiches
it’s just a pleasant atmosphere and I’m just grateful that it’s a black on a establishment and I’m going to support them as long as I can. Thank you.

Dietary restrictions: If possible, if they want to add to their menu, low salt meats or no salt meats that would be great

But I am not complaining trust me“

“Their ice-cream cakes are amazing and priced very reasonably!“

“Delicious ice cream, recommend the waffle bowl as it made the price somewhat worth it. Staff were very nice to us, quick service and made it easy. It did feel very expensive over local places with more unique flavors though, but it's in a good location.“

“Great customer service. Great flavor choices. We walked in 30 minutes before close when the staff had everything cleaned. They were very polite and patient with us and answered questions about the flavors and offered a sample of the flavor. The icecream and tea was delicious. It was prepared quickly and with attention to detail.

The place was very clean, but could use a little more interior design for aesthetics.“

“wow I outsold work for you and make bananas chocolate“

“Got a half scoop of milky chocolate and a half scoop of darkest chocolate. They were SO delicious! I want more!! It was served with a piece of waffle cone.
When you enter, you are immediately greeted by the smell of fresh waffle cones. The staff were super friendly on a Saturday evening. I didn’t realize this place was so big in the area when I went, but I’m so glad I tried it out. I’d definitely be back when I am in the area!

Parking: Paid street parking“

“clean store and friendly staff“