38 Best Ice Cream Shops near Surfside Beach

“We had a wonderful experience at Meyer’s every time we visited while in town and we went several times. The kindness we received from the staff and attention to detail with our food allergies will have us coming back for years to come! Thank you all for your kindness and for providing a safe place to enjoy ice cream with food allergies when we come to visit!“

“Best dairy free ice cream I’ve had! And the staff was so friendly!“

“Excellent service and terrific food!“

“If you're looking for a refreshing treat on a hot day, you have to try the Italian ice at this place! The owner, Steve, is the epitome of a great business owner and person. He's always friendly and accommodating, and his Italian ice is simply delicious. In my opinion, this place is a must-visit for anyone who loves frozen treats. Trust me, you won't be disappointed!“

“Under new owners since mid-March 2025 and they are so friendly! Super customer service and gotta love Half Price Banana Splits every Thursday all day! They also have Buy One Scoop, Get One Free every Tuesday! The shop is very cute & plenty of room for seating. And ask for the card they stamp so that if you visit 5 times then you get a free ice cream! Look for the red & white striped awning!“

“We looked all over Myrtle for what we thought looked like the best icecream spot and boy we weren't disappointed by picking Kirks! I'm not an icecream gal but I got the hot fudge cake Sunday and I ate nearly every bite!! My kids LOVED the pretty cotton candy flavor. The icecream was so fresh and creamy! If they look busy, no worries, they can get a line wrapped around the building taken care of in about 5 mins! We will be back yearly.. Much love, 740Eatz <3“

“One of our absolute favorite spots for treats! The Mango Italian Ice is to die for. They have anything you can think of . Ice cream, Gelato(another favorite) smoothies, milk shakes, shaved ice, etc. If you are craving a cool or creamy treat, THIS IS THE PLACE!!!!!!! Not to mention the absolute best and friendliest service EVER!!!“

“We looked all over Myrtle for what we thought looked like the best icecream spot and boy we weren't disappointed by picking Kirks! I'm not an icecream gal but I got the hot fudge cake Sunday and I ate nearly every bite!! My kids LOVED the pretty cotton candy flavor. The icecream was so fresh and creamy! If they look busy, no worries, they can get a line wrapped around the building taken care of in about 5 mins! We will be back yearly.. Much love, 740Eatz <3“

“Best dairy free ice cream I’ve had! And the staff was so friendly!“

“If your looking for a very delicious cold treat this is deff your go too they have the best banana split I've had in a long time and there ice creams is very good as well they have shakes smoothies and more delicious treats stop on by and grab u some treats“

“I love your manager. What an awesome guy! My daughter had a birthday party at 810 Bowling in North Myrtle Beach. I wanted something different and more special than a birthday cake. I got in touch with the staff at Crazy Mason and ordered 10 shakes to be ready at a certain time. All were so helpful and every single shake came out absolutely perfect. I was so impressed with their efficiency, especially with a line that never ended! The kids were so excited-hard to excite a bunch of teenagers, but they LOVED their surprise shakes!!!! Highly recommend!“

“New find for us at Broadway at the Beach Myrtle Beach SC and we are sooooo glad we came across The Baked Bear!! If you are looking for an amazing dessert the Baked Bear is the place to go!! delicious home made cookies with home made ice cream in the middle, what more could you ask for ??!! 5 stars from our clan!!“

“The best around!! Icecream is better than other around by far!!!!!!!!!!! Try it! You won't regret it!!“

“Best place for ice cream in garden city!!“

“Mad Myrtle's is in downtown Myrtle Beach near the boardwalk. It was clean inside and has good homemade icecream. I'm a chocolate girl...always. But my husband got strawberry 🍓 and it was sooo strawberry looking, I had to taste it. IT WAS EXCELLENT! Very, very strawberry!“

“best soft serve on this end of the beach.“

“While having supper in Conway last evening ... 12/4/25
My nephews told me about your wonderful cookies ... and how if you order them they will be delivered promptly... and to your house !
I'm old and didn't believe them as they're 17 and 11 respectively
So we ordered a dozen of various flavors... Best cookies I ever tasted !!!
From the order to the wonderful Dasher Amy ... it was a wonderful pleasure and a learning experience last evening
You have a new customer now !!
Thanks again ...
Tim Chestnut“

“We went to a fundraiser today at 810 Bowling and Billiards. We had an amazing time. The food was great and the staff was super friendly. Don’t forget to stop my Mean Mugs Milkshake Bar while you are there for one of their amazing creations. So yummy“

“Freshhhhh HOT funnel cake with powdered sugar.. YUM? Oh, but choose 2 scoops of ice cream as a topper. The heat from the funnel cake will soften the ice cream to perfection! Believe me!! It's hot & cold, gooey soft, but still crisp, sweet, & sticky DELICIOUS!! ??? It's worth every penny!“

“Awesome ice cream, many flavors.“

“Marin was awesome! He gave my kids some free samples as we were walking, and then pushed TWO carts down to where we were set up and got us some ice cold Italian ice.. super flavorful, and couldn’t ask for a better guy than Marin to serve it to us..we wish him the best when he heads back to Croatia..very refreshing to see a young guy hustling to make some money, with firm goals in mind for the future!“

“My wife and I joined in September and are certainly hooked on this wonderful place. Top notch fun at a reasonable price. You can go play for a daily rate ($30) and it is well worth it or join for $25 a month and play unlimited mini golf, cornhole, ping pong, tons of big TVs, and much, much, more included. They have special events for members and tournaments weekly, so much fun! Chad runs the tourneys and has done an amazing job! We hope for lots more tourneys and events. Oh, and the food, service, and people are top shelf! Go check it out, let's play!“

“this market has so much! great for bubble tea but also great for food ingredients and Asian candies“

“My son LOVES this store! It is a Sugar Heaven! 32 flavors of ice cream and literally hundreds of bulk candy options to satisfy your sweet tooth!!!“

“Loved the ice creams, the employees were lovely“

“We had a Rita’s Italian Ice back in Pennsylvania when I was growing up, but we don’t have one in North Carolina—so it was a great surprise to see one while on vacation down here. As soon as I saw the sign, I knew we had to stop. The first thing I noticed when I walked in was how clean everything was. The floors were spotless, the counters were wiped down, and the place smelled fresh. It really made me feel like they care about keeping the store nice for their customers. The staff were also super friendly. They greeted me with a smile as soon as I walked in and didn’t rush me while I looked at all the different flavors. When I asked for a recommendation, the worker was patient and even offered me a sample to help me decide. That made me feel welcome and comfortable. I got the Swedish Fish flavor with custard—it’s my absolute favorite—and it did not disappoint! It was sweet, smooth, and tasted just like the candy. It brought back so many good memories from when I used to go as a kid. Overall, I’d give Rita’s a 10 out of 10. If you're looking for a tasty dessert and a friendly place to hang out, this is a great spot to try.“

“Yummy fall treats are back Pumpkin ape blizzard and new Cinnamon Roll Centers Blizzard but they still have great single double and triple burgers 🍔“

“yummy,cool,refreshing,good“

“Delicious desserts! My favorite is the "Fresa con Crema" Highly recommend😃“

“Decided to stop by VieTea after running an errand and my daughter practically begging me for a Boba tea 🤣 and man we were blown away! Such a cute and friendly ambiance, the owner was super nice and took the time to inform us what the ingredients were in our drinks. They have a Karaoke area with a decent stage and a pool table! Will definitely be back to enjoy this shop as it should be. Go give this little place some love ❤️“

“The best around ❤️ delicious both locations r awesome“

““Recently, while wandering the lively main strip of Myrtle Beach, we stumbled upon an inviting dessert haven called Paradise Creamery. Deciding to give it a try, we opted for their frosty pineapple, and it was a revelation! The dessert exceeded all expectations with its perfect balance of creamy texture and refreshing pineapple flavor, making every bite an indulgent treat. It was clear that the frosty pineapple was not just a dessert but an experience, offering great value for the price. For those looking for a memorable treat in Myrtle Beach, Paradise Creamery’s frosty pineapple is a must-try. It’s not just food; it’s a taste of paradise!”“

“So much goodness and so big ! Would recommend splitting most of the big sweet sundaes because they are ginormous. My husband and I split one and we were full after ! Pictured is big butterfinger crunch so good. My son loved the big smashed cookie. Will go back again“

“Tropical Sno is booking large events from school dances to birthday parties. Todd's team does an amazing job.“

“Awesome time delicious everything was clean!! Highly recommend!!!“

“This place is absolutely amazing. The father-son duo that work there are a great comedic duo that provide great service and make the place really feel welcoming and extremely positive when compared to most stores Ive been to“

“My son LOVES this store! It is a Sugar Heaven! 32 flavors of ice cream and literally hundreds of bulk candy options to satisfy your sweet tooth!!!“