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8. Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams 102 S. Patrick St.
Created and found by James Beard Awardwinner Jenn Britton, this ice cream emporium features unique made-from-scratch flavors such as Burnt Orange Dreamsicle and Brambleberry Crisp. We can’t wait to try the Brandied Banana Brûlée and Salted Peanut Butter with Chocolate Flecks!
9. Kilwin’s Chocolates & Ice Creams 212 King St.
The sweet smell of fudge may lure you into this candy emporium, but you may walk out with one of Kilwin’s freshly made
waffle cones topped with its Mackinac Island Fudge ice cream. Another delight: A hot fudge sundae topped with Kilwin’s Hot Fudge Topping. Topped off with whipped cream and a cherry, of course.
10. Pop’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream 109 King St.
Pop’s is in a great location, right next door to the Fish Market on King Street. You'll have plenty of ice cream flavors to choose from. The old-fashioned interior features a black and white checkered floor with a red ceiling.
Del Ray 11. The Dairy Godmother 2310 Mt. Vernon Ave.
Wisconsin frozen custard is the main event here, but you’ll also find sorbet, vegan ice cream, cobbler and homemade Just Fine Donuts. Check their calendar of rotating custard flavors! Presidential trivia: President Obama and his daughters visited June 9, 2009. The president grabbed some puppy pops for their dog Bo.
12. Dolce and Bean 2003A Mt. Vernon Ave.
Gelato is on the menu at this family-owned dessert emporium that opened in 2017. It’s where you will also find specialty coffees, imported chocolates, macarons and pastries. The rotating menu of gelato flavors includes Amaretto, Dark Chocolate, Red Velvet and more.
West End 13. Baskin Robbins
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14. Dairy Queen
1470 N. Beauregard St. Who doesn’t love a retro treat from Dairy Queen? If you or your kids have never experienced Dairy Queen, check out the plain vanilla soft-serve cone or a Dilly Bar (vanilla ice cream coated with an outer shell). Dilly Bar shell flavors come in chocolate, cherry, Heath bar and Butterscotch.
Fairfax County 15. Custard Shack at the Haven 1401 Belle Haven Road
You’ll find Wisconsin-style frozen custard at this spot that’s great for a summer night after pizza next door at The Haven. In addition to chocolate and vanilla, you’ll also find rotating flavors that may include pumpkin pie to fruity pebbles. Bring your furry best friend — puppy pops are available here too!
16. Rita’s Italian ice & Frozen Custard 7592 Telegraph Road
The frozen custard here will melt in your mouth and there are always many, many flavors to choose from. Our personal favorite is the chocolate and vanilla custard twist in a cup. Delicious! We hear the Italian ice is great too, made with real fruit.
17. SweetFrog
5926 Kingstowne Center This is a great spot for those who need to watch their sugar intake. There are several options - no sugar added, Dole soft serve (Pineapple) and dairy-free options. Plus there are plenty of sprinkle options including almonds, peanuts and sometimes no-sugar added chocolate syrup.
1701 Centre Plaza
18. Yogurt City
If your child goes to school near Baskin Robbins, you’ve likely spent many an afternoon stopping into this ice cream shop and perusing the 31 flavors (OK we haven’t counted, but that’s what they’re known for). We love the no-sugar added Caramel Turtle Truffle ice cream!
This spot prepares its frozen yogurt in the store with fresh milk using their special recipe. The signature fro-yo is Tart, based on taro yogurt. The frozen treat also offers a no-sugar added cake batter frozen yogurt.
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