26 Best Ice Cream Shops in Charleston

“Amazingly creamy ice cream and gluten free waffle cones! Will definitely return on my next trip to Charleston.“

“The best empanadas, ice cream and customer service!! We love the beef and ham/cheese flavors.“

“Best ice cream I’ve had in a very long time. Going to be hard to top but we try new places wherever we go! Cookie dough and cookies and cream were awesome!“

“Had to wait in a short line, but the owner let us know right away. I loved the transparency. It was a cool spot to hangout in and watch the nitrogen ice cream being made right in front of our eyes. The ice cream was to die for! I can’t wait to come back!“

“These guys must have a mothership in orbit, because there is no way this ice cream is from this world! It seems everything from waffles to ice cream mix is custom, and it’s incredible! We stood in line for about 30 minutes, and I don’t regret that for a moment! Absolutely outstanding!“

“Solid coffee at a reasonable price which was surprising given it is located in Charleston Place. The iced latte was smooth and creamy and very enjoyable. My wife enjoyed the iced americano which I noticed they topped off with bottled Fiji water (wow). Service can be a bit slow but it's to be expected when your coffee is well made.“

“Very cute, very clean new location in West Ashley. We enjoyed our visit on Friday night. Very juicy burgers, huge crinkle cut fries and best milkshake we’ve had in a long time. 5*“

“Cutest sweets shop ever! Loved the ice cream we got (brownie chunk and banana pudding)! We came in close to closing time & were greeted and served with a smile! Would love to try the sweets in the display next time we visit! Would recommend 10/10!!“

“Great ice cream and polite staff!“

“One of THE best gelatos you will ever have!! Will visit again“

“My go to place for a burger. Always amazing deals, and the kids LOVE it. Coaches Canteen for the win every Thursday $5 kids meals!“

“My family and I stopped into this shop and got two milkshakes a fresh made waffle cone and one scoop of the ice cream. Everyone said what they had was very good. I got the lemon milkshake and it was sweet and not overpowering a very nice lemon flavor. The family that runs the shop is very friendly and nice. I would recommend for anyone to stop in and give them a try!“

“Always fantastic. The owner and staff are always so nice and friendly. :)“

“Comfort cravings! Dishes are for the indulgent. The wait times can be long for dishes, but when you want it, you want it. Whether you want a burger or ice cream, this place satisfies.I love these overstuffed sandwiches, but honestly this chicken salad has changed a bit over time and would be a much better hit with just a little seasoning.... salt and pepper will be just fine.“

“What a gem nestled in the heart of downtown Charleston! This cute little ice cream sandwich shop is an absolute delight for anyone with a sweet tooth. The variety here is astounding! With close to 40 different flavor combinations, it makes it hard to choose. The employee working was incredibly friendly and gave us some of her recommendations, because we were a little overwhelmed. We ended up going with the Cookie Dough, which was vanilla ice cream, chocolate mouse and cookie dough chunks, sandwiched between 2 chocolate cookies. Would highly recommend!!“

“I tried the blueberry morning, lemon blueberry and sprinkled sugar cookie this afternoon. The blueberry morning is the best cookie I’ve ever had in my life - and I come from a big family of excellent cookie makers. No one tell my mom, okay, but it truly was.“

“My favorite when visiting Charleston! Lots of different flavors and a fun experience while you walk through the historic city. Sales person Damian explained all the different products very well. They also have ice cream for kids and give free water to homeless people! A great example of a successful veteran owned business.“

“Good food, fast, kid friendly, good lunch spot.“

“Stopped by this Costco while in the area just to stock up on alcohol for the holidays. Having the ABC store separate from the main store made it super quick and easy to pick up a bunch of libations at a reduced price. Great selection and we have found the Kirkland brand liquors of great quality. The spiced rum is surprisingly delicious and a great deal.“

“Great customer service… absolutely great location“

“I stopped by this place on a whim- saw the sign while driving and made a spontaneous decision to turn in. IM SO GLAD I DID. Blake was WONDERFUL. He was very kind and patient- he offered to give me a small sample of every flavor and I was blown away! It's not often you see someone in the service industry take time out of their day to be so kind.This ice cream is incredible- the flavors are bright with a hint of alcohol, perfectly balanced.Thank you for your time today Blake- I will be a lifelong customer. Currently going to lowes foods to buy every pint!“

“We loved this place so much that we had to return again at the end of our trip to bring home some goodies! The pralines are heavenly! And the staff are so kind and helpful, especially Isaac who helped us with our choices. They even dipped a special apple for our son who needed one without nuts. Wish we could have brought home more!“

“The fudge was delicious, as usual. However, the caramel apples were not as appealing this time. Usually, we enjoy their caramel apples, but on this particular visit, the caramel appeared thick and resembled chocolate instead. They looked like they had set on the shelf for weeks. Although I did not try them, their appearance was not enticing. Additionally, the establishment was not very clean, which made me consider leaving. Glad we bought the fudge, but not going to lie I cringed a little when eating it thinking of how dirty the place was “

“My kids love ice cream cake for their birthdays. They have a wide selection of cakes online to choose or premade ones at the store. I like we can customize cake and ice cream flavor. They have been ready when we arrive to pick them up and friendly service. The cakes are always a hit!“

“This place was such a nice surprise! I’m gluten and dairy intolerant and they had multiple options for me to chose from and they are actually super creamy and delicious! I had a mint chocolate and an espresso chocolate. My friend is a vegetarian and they have bunch of vegan options. She has had gelato often and said this place was rally good. They also gave me samples at the beginning. We are hoping to make it back again soon!“

“I recently visited TCBY and had the pleasure of being served by a remarkable young man with an incredible afro. Not only was his hairstyle a standout feature, but his service was outstanding. He greeted every customer with a warm smile and went above and beyond to ensure everyone had a delightful experience. His positive attitude and enthusiasm were infectious, making my visit to TCBY truly memorable. Keep up the fantastic work!“