50 Best Ice Cream Shops near Penn Hills

“Very tasty ice cream and all kinds of flavored gelatos. All kinds of combination. The fruit flavors are very good true to the fruit flavor. I like peach which tends to be a soft flavor. and can easily taste fake. But not at Rita’s Same with the mango.“

“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!)“

“Reggae creates impeccable vibes. Awesome ice cream treats - all sorts of unique ideas. Chocolate covered strawberry swirl. Chili cheese hot dogs are made with love. Be patient with the line and enjoy the experience.“

“I had a Chocolate/banana softserve twist here last week and it was DELICIOUS“

“This was the best ice cream I have EVER had. Came here a few nights ago with my siblings and needless to say we were blown out of the water with how incredible this place was. The service was top tier, prices were fair for the portion size, and the ice cream itself was AMAZING. I believe it’s a limited flavor but we all got the strawberry scooter flavor and I could not recommend it enough. We literally went two nights in a row to get it. Hands down my new place to go whenever I am in the area!“

“worth it?“

“best fruit parfait ever.“

“First time visit Wish I have known about this place before now Definitely will return ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“A great experience! Definitely will be visiting again ☺️“

“Very nice ice cream shop, with a menu that offers all the classics as well as some very cool specialty items. I got to try out their brownies (they also serve a variety of baked foods outside of just ice cream) and their strawberry cheesecake milkshake.

Both were delicious. I was especially surprised by how amazing the brownies were. Awesome portion size, very chocolatey, pretty rich, and great texture as well.

The milkshake was also great. Portion was nice, and they managed to get a nice strawberry flavor. I will say the base itself doesn’t have much of a cheesecake flavor to it, but they include little bits of cheesecake throughout the milkshake to make up for that.

All in all, a fantastic little ice cream shop to support and visit!“

“the love i have for berry fresh frozen yogurt is unmeasurable. i have been coming here for years, and driving 45 minutes each time to get here. i bring every single person i meet here. berry fresh is literally the best frozen yogurt i have ever had. the original tart is to die for, no other place compares!!!! not to mention they have fresh fruit that is always ripe, and the owners are incredibly sweet and friendly!! the quality is always consistent, and i absolutely love coming here for a sweet treat“

“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“

“First time visiting and it did not disappoint!! Milkshakes were smooth and creamy, I had the one with cookie dough and the wide straw allowed the small chunks of cookie dough to be eaten with every sip. We also had the strawberries with chocolate drizzle…perfection and the cake pops were divine!!! Definitely a must visit when in Pittsburgh“

“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.“

“Del’s Plum Creamery is amazing! I love trying new milkshake spots when I travel, and this was hands down the best one yet! Staci, the owner, even came outside to check in with us — her passion for her shop really shows! Can’t wait to stop by again next time we’re in PA! Thanks again, Staci!“

“Scoops is a Pittsburgh ice cream, micro chain. There is a store on Liberty Avenue in Bloomfield.

Very fast customer service despite a busy day due to the hottest day in Pittsburgh in 2025.

So many flavors to choose from. 40 Total, including Ince Creams, Sherbert, Dairy Free, Yogurts, and Limited Time Items. They have cones and cups and all types of toppings.
You can also get pints, quarts and gallons of any flavor to take home. Very well run business.

I tried the Peanut Butter Twist Yogurt. It was delicious!“

“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.“

“Amazing ice cream, fantastic service, clean store, cool and fun vibe! This place is AWESOME!“

“This place is cool- they make their own chocolate so their milkshakes are delicious“

“The frozen yogurt was absolutely delicious (I got the strawberry) and the young man who waited on us was very friendly and helpful. We will definitely be back!“

“Good Italian ice!“

“Sam’s in the Strip is a must stop for a delicious ice cream cone, milkshake, which you can add a cookie to, if you’d like to treat yourself all the way, or a healthier choice of many smoothies to choose from. Dave, the owner, is one of the good guys, who’s always friendly and working his hardest to provide you with a source to satisfy your craving of a well earned treat, while experiencing one of the best areas in Pittsburgh.Dr. Robert Kreashko“

“Fave ice cream and buttery fresh baked cones/shells since first visit in ATL 11 years ago! They taste like they smell! Tried opaque tonight and it was delightful! So happy to have closer to home in SC!“

“A Sweet Favorite at Bakery Square! 🍦
Just discovered Jeni’s Ice Cream at Bakery Square,Pittsburgh and I’m officially hooked! The moment you step inside, you’re greeted by the irresistible aroma of freshly made waffle cones—it’s pure magic. Their ice cream is incredibly creamy, with original, handcrafted flavors that are truly tantalizing to your taste buds. Every scoop is a flavor adventure, whether you lean classic or bold. Jeni’s is a must-visit treat spot for any ice cream lover in the area!“

“Great ice cream! Every time were in Pittsburgh we make sure we stop in. It’s the best place“

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

“This was delightful and we can’t wait to return. Reminded me of my grandparents walk up ice cream stand, so definitely felt nostalgic. But still, all three of us got ice cream, two soft serve and one hard dip, and each was good. Just a wonderfully quaint neighborhood spot with solid offerings and reasonable prices. There’s some space on the side of the building to stand/sit and enjoy your treats.“

“Delicious and always served with a friendly smile! Black Cherry“

“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 ♥️“

“Quick in and out nice staff easy easy load“

“No seating anywhere but Rita's is great just standing around eating on a hot day.

I always get the gelati. Normally it's 50% italian ice and 50% frozen custard but I treat the ice like a topping and ask for 80% custard and only 20% ice. It's awesome they always get the ratio right. Mango is the best ice flavor. Can't go wrong with it.

Parking is rough here. Always have to park 3 streets away. Just be prepared to walk a little.“

“We love getting Millie’s at the Market district and were thoroughly pleased to see they have a kiosk at Kennywood. The girl who served us was very nice, as was the supervisor we spoke to. I got my favorite mango sorbet in a waffle cone and it was A-MAZ-ING, on a such a hot day. Thanks Millie’s - keep up the good work.“

“Sriracha ice cream! 😋 Nice people. Decent prices.“

“I had Leonas ice cream sandwiches as the dessert for my outdoor spring wedding. My now husband and I both LOVE ice cream and when we decided that's what we wanted to have for our special day I knew Leonas was the choice. We got to pick from SO many of their delicious seasonal flavors - narrowing it down was the hardest part! They were SO detailed and thorough in helping me ensure the sandwiches were served appropriately. All of our guests RAVED about how perfect the ice cream was for the day and how delicious they were. It was a hilarious bonus that the pre-wrapped treats were much more portable than a slice of cake - MANY of them made it out onto the dance floor! Couldn't recommend them more as a DELICIOUS and super fun addition to any event.“

“Great Staff & Cappuccino Blast“

“Woo Hoo Awesome service.. great atmosphere ..Amazing Food.. I Always have a great time when I'm there..plenty of parking!!!!“

“The young lady that waited on us was very friendly and the treats were delicious.“

“Been coming here since I was a kid. Chuck and family are so nice and run such a great business. They support other local businesses and are priced fairly. We love celebrating here, stopping after Kennywood, coming as soon as they open up to beat the line/crowd, and any time in between. It’s a family tradition to meet at Page’s for our fave food orders and sweet treats! Thanks for the yummy memories! 🍦♥️🍦♥️“

“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“

“I check the weekly offerings and try to plan a trip when something sounds appealing. I will say that I have enjoyed 95% of the ones I tried. You can't go wrong with the semi-sweet chocolate chip. The pineapple upside down cake was delicious. The orange creamsicle flavor was spot on. They recently had a peanut butter crisp cookie featuring Butterfinger. It tasted like the candy bar in cookie form.“

“We ordered several Charlie’s Super Square for a party. 24 slices for $23! Great deal.They came hot and fresh. Absolutely delicious! Everyone at the party raves about the pizza. We will definitely order again!“

“Coffee is excellent! Great selection of ice cream and staff is very nice. Highly recommend.“

“This Bruster's is far better than any other ice cream shop in the area. It was "Every Given Sunday" but after Covid, they closed permanently. This place has excellent mango sorbet and Chocolate ice cream shakes and pint size. Friendly. Helpful and the ice cream tops every place I've been too. Cool Cones is awful and can't compare!“

“I never thought coffee could be green. I thought it shouldn't be. In my mind, green was reserved for vegetables and Shrek. How wrong I was. Oh, how wrong. I feel like an idiot. Stupid! Stupid! Why didn't I step foot in Meccha Matcha sooner? How could I be so blind? My life changed the day inspiration hit me like a brick to the face like divine intervention and I spat out the heaven-sent ambition to look rightward on my walk down Murray Avenue to inhale vinyl dust and pretend to look at jazz music at Jerry's. Past the tables, beyond the glass, past some more tables, and behind a counter made of wood woodier than something that is made of wood, there stood a matcha barista – a matcharista, a machrista – named Isla? Idina? Indy? Not important. Ivy showed me the way. Irene splashed iced matcha in my face, and in an instant, I was awake, as if for the first time. Irving taught me that happiness lives in a plastic cup full of green liquid that has ice in it and also a straw in it. I would give ten stars if I could, but I can't, because there aren't that many stars.“

“Nice to see Rita’s open! And the server was wearing a mask and gloves. Changed gloves between each customer. Great job!“

“I LOVE THIS PLACE!! I tried this place few months ago , since then it has become my go to place for coffee and ice cream. I have taken my friends here and they love it as much as I love it!! I come here because of great staff, coffee and feel of this cafe. I usually don't give review on cafes, since they haven't impressed me this much yet!! I like simple stuff and Churn is just amazing and simple !! Thank You and please don't relocate or anything. Much love Jasnoor Kaur (the hot Mocha girl) :)“

“Best coffee on Walnut Street! The mango frappe is also awesome.“

“First time experience at The Barnyard Coffee and Creamery today and it was excellent! Super friendly helpful staff and the ice cream was superb! My son got a vanilla shake and the kind woman whipped me up an espresso caramel vanilla shake. The perfect ending after a hot day at deer lakes park. Will definitely be returning in the future. (especially with it only being 3 min from the park) Highly recommend!“

“I stopped into SIMPLE SUBS today. I CHOSE A CHEESESTEAK SUB. IT WAS DELICIOUS. IF YOU HAVE NEVER STOPPED IN YOU SHOULD TRY IT OUT CUZ IT'S GREAT.“

“I love this location. They have a super friendly staff, and a small crew which provides the opportunity to get to know their customers. Awesome location right by a ton of stores for a good day out. The staff go above and beyond to find something for everyone, and very clearly care about their work and the company.“