Restaurant Features Highlight Ice Cream Dessert Best of CT Homepage Summer Guide to CT Ice Cream, Gelato & Frozen Desserts (2024 Edition) Carly Terzigni July 05, 2024 One of the many quintessential summer experiences in Connecticut is driving out to your favorite ice cream shop for a frozen treat. Across the state, seasonal ice cream shops are open for the season, and year-round locations ramp up production to make sure everyone’s sweet tooth is satisfied. Whether your dessert of choice is ice cream, gelato, or Italian ice, there are numerous options for you to try. And, thanks to the abundance of dairy farms in the region, there is no shortage of farm-fresh ice cream, either!This handy guide will help you find ice cream shops that are ready to serve you this summer. Many of these locations have daily specials and rotating flavors, so be sure to visit again to try the latest menu items. This guide has been separated into counties so you can easily find the ice cream shops nearest you. Cheers!Fairfield CountyGelato and Cioccolato-Greenwich, Norwalk www.gelatoecioccolato.comAlessandro and Lucio are making authentic Gelato the artisan way, as if they were back in Italy. Many flavors, like Bacio, Cremino, Stracciatella, and Tiramisu are from authentic Italian recipes and make you wonder if you are in Fairfield or back in Venice or Florence. Gelato is made by them daily, with only natural ingredients and fresh fruit from local sources and from, of course, Italy. You can find dairy-free gluten-free sorbet like watermelon, pineapple, mango, banana, raspberry and dark chocolate. Have you ever heard of a Gelato Cake? They’ve got them and you can pick your flavors, your toppings and get one for your loved one’s birthday. With their Gelato pushcart they can be seen at events like the Stamford Block Party or Adopt-a-Dog in Greenwich, as well as weddings, graduations or birthdays. They are in Greenwich where they opened their first store in Cos Cob (232 East Putnam Ave) six years ago, and in Norwalk in the SoNo Collection shopping Mall. Both open 7 days a week: Cos Cob from 12pm to 10.30pm and Norwalk from 11am to 8pm. (203) 900-1288.Constantino's Pizza & Ice Cream-Greenwich FB @ Constantino’s Inc.Constantino's Pizza & Ice Cream carefully selects their delicious flavors of ice cream from various vendors in the New England region with the intent to diversify the flavors and deliver an incredible tasting ice cream that you can't find at every ice cream shop. With options of soft serve, true Hawaiian ices and some of the best tasting ice cream, Constantino's has become the family favorite spot in Greenwich and Westchester and they have loved becoming a part of such an incredible community. Mr. Frosty’s-Norwalk www.mrfrostysicecream.comMr. Frosty’s is obsessed with all things ice cream! They believe in rich flavors, real ingredients, and a big assortment of toppings. Mr. Frosty’s in Norwalk, CT is proud to serve locally made ice cream and they invite you to come experience all their frosty goods. Always innovative, they are constantly introducing different flavors and creations, hosting memorable events, and making unbelievable ice cream cakes, sundaes, Cravers (layered ice cream sundaes), smoothies, shakes and more! Stop by one evening or hot summer day to try their Vegan Ice Cream; bet you won’t believe it’s dairy free! With a ton of outdoor seating, stop by to make your day a little brighter and a lot sweeter, one scoop at a time. Open 7 days a week from 11am - 10pm.Oggi Gelato-Norwalk https://www.oggigelatousAt Oggi Gelato, they are bringing a scoop of Italy right to Norwalk. Their shop has quickly become a beloved destination for dessert enthusiasts in the community! Oggi prides themselves on offering a diverse selection of handcrafted gelato flavors, each made with the highest quality ingredients for an authentic experience. Oggi's cozy ambiance and friendly staff make it a perfect spot for both locals and visitors to enjoy. Whether you're craving a classic flavor or something more adventurous, Oggi has something to satisfy every palate. For a taste of Italy without leaving Norwalk, visit Oggi Gelato.BE Chocolat-Fairfield www.bechocolat.comOnce again voted Best of Gold Coast of Dessert / Chocolate! Indulge in BE Chocolat’s artisanal, homemade ice cream, inspired by their beloved ganaches, including Salted Caramel, Biscoff, Honey Roasted Peanut Butter, Coffee, and Stracciatella. Each flavor is paired in-house with their premium chocolate. Their decadent chocolate ice cream evokes the joy of childhood elevated to a new level. Nestled between Fairfield’s Greenfield Hill and Southport Beach, this family-owned shop won the ‘Best Dessert on the Gold Coast’ Award in 2023. Enjoy BE’s smooth and luxurious ice cream in cups, waffle cones, or pints to take away and savor at the beach or in their charming green. Treat yourself to an authentic Belgian experience by pairing your ice cream with a traditional Belgian waffle drizzled with warm chocolate—a customer favorite! And just in time for summer is a new milkshake added to their menu! BE proudly serves Shearwater Cold Brew as their coffee of choice. Discover this well-established shop, opened in January 2021. Visit them 7 days a week until 9pm in the summer.Cold Fusion Gelato-Westport www.coldfusiongelato.comCold Fusion Gelato located at 178 Main Street in Westport, CT has become a must-visit for ice cream and gelato fans who want to try their award-winning, all-natural handcrafted gelato and sorbet. Opened in July of 2021, they feature 32 artisan gelato and sorbet flavors with a mix of traditional and new flavors for customers to enjoy. They’ve curated the world’s finest all-natural ingredients and fused them with the freshest cold, local dairy to craft an authentic product without any food coloring, powders or preservatives. Their wide selection of sorbet is dairy-free, vegan and made with fresh whole fruits. They even grind their own pistachio butter to flavor the pistachio gelato. Additionally, their product is Kosher-certified. While coming in for gelato, you can also pick up some locally sourced chocolates and enjoy some espresso, cappuccino and coffee from local roasters. To round out your experience, relax and enjoy your gelato in their Adirondack chairs on the outdoor patio. Fans of its seasonal Newport, Rhode Island store are able to experience the flavors of Cold Fusion Gelato year- round in the Westport location. For fans that can’t get enough, they have to-go pints and their Party-Pan-To-Go offering to enjoy at home. The combination of truly outstanding products and store experience has made this location a local favorite on the dessert scene.Micalizzi’s Brain Freeze Bar-Bridgeport http://www.thebrainfreezebar.com/Micalizzi's Brain Freeze Bar has become a household name in Bridgeport and an iconic landmark in Fairfield County. With over 50 years in business, it continues to deliver the sensational flavors that have caught the hearts and taste buds of thousands each summer. Original flavors of homemade Italian Ice and Ice Cream loved by all come right to you with all the Fixins' and Mixins' - just choose their Micalizzi's truck or mobile Brain Freeze Bar cart, both available for hire. Call to book your family gathering, special events, birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, pool parties, corporate and private events, weddings, car shows, fundraisers, school functions, golf outings, picnics, baby showers, festivals, and more...203-650-8526.The Country Table-Greenwichwww.country-table.comServing delicious, old-fashioned Penny Lick ice cream, straight from Hastings-on-Hudson, NY-classic flavors you can smother in a smattering of toppings from gummy bears to mini marshmallows. Take home pints, too.Dave’s Gourmet Paletas-Fairfield, Sheltonwww.davesgourmetpaletas.comMade daily in-house, these Mexican ice pops are a far cry from the Good Humor man. Pick your paleta in flavors from Blueberry Lemonade to Peppermint White Chocolate, then have it dipped (Fluff! Tajin! Caramel! and more, of course) or sprinkled with toppings of your choice.Vegan options available.Deborah Ann’s Sweet Shoppe-Ridgefieldwww.deborahanns.comNow open at their new location-409 Main Street, Ridgefield! Sit outside on a summer’s day and enjoy a cone of one of their signature ice creams like Mint Patty (made with their homemade mint patties), Red Velvet (cream cheese ice cream with Red Velvet cake) or the classic Rum Raisin. Soft serve dairy-free options available. Dr. Mike’s Ice Cream Shop-Bethelwww.drmikesic.comA Bethel institution for nearly 50 years! With over 150 recipes for delicious flavors, their daily specials are never boring. Don’t miss their Chocolate Lace-a brittle dark chocolate and caramel decadent concoction-the flavor that started it all.Drop & Fry-Stamfordwww.dropandfry.comA dozen different fried ice cream combos so you can experience the “hot-cold sensation” that makes these desserts so unique. In case fried ice cream wasn’t decadent enough, you can load on the candy or fruit toppings and syrups.Dubl Twister-DanburyFB @Dubl TwisterFamily-owned and located conveniently near the West Conn campus, they have a several cases of homemade ice creams with flavors from Butter Popcorn to Oatmeal Cookie and Passion Fruit, along with other frozen treats such as frozen chocolate bananas and ice cream sandwiches.Ferris Acres Creamery-Newtownwww.ferrisacrescreamery.comThey are open and ready for another great season! Home-made daily, offering gluten-free and non-dairy flavors, cakes, a long menu of creative flavors AND they even cater. Go find out what Bada-Bing, Parent Trap, and The MJ Rell flavors are…Gelatissimo Artisan Gelato-New Canaanwww.gelatissimoartisangelato.comSince 2005, Gelatissimo has been churning out authentic Italian gelato in classic, seasonal and specialty flavors-Goat Cheese and Fig, Biscottino, Panna Cotta and many more. Check their website for the flavors of the day.Gofer Ice Cream-Darien, Greenwich, New Canaan, Ridgefield, Riverside, Stamford, Westport, Wiltonwww.gofericecream.comWhy wait? Go for…ice cream! Ice creams, both hard and soft serve, shakes, floats, splits, sandwiches, cakes, bites. You’re classic ice cream stand, summertime favorite. Goody Bassett’s Olde Fashioned Ice Cream Shop-StratfordFacebook: Goody Bassett’s Ice Cream, @goodybassettsLocated in the center of Stratford is a sweet bite of town history. As its name suggests, the shop is inspired by the local legend of Ruth “Goody” Bassett. Open daily, year round, the shop offers a variety of traditional & distinct flavors. Famous for their homemade Cannoli ice cream and with over 40 flavors in-season, along with vegan ice creams and sorbets. Green & Tonic-Cos Cob, Westport, Darien, New Canaanhttps://greenandtonic.com/Green & Tonic offers SWIRL, a dairy-free oat milk-based soft served ice cream. Head over to their Westport, Cos Cob, or Darien locations to enjoy the CT Bites x Ct Edit collab Swirl Sundae. Vanilla Chocolate Swirl with coconut flakes, chocolate chips, and Matcha powder (a portion of proceeds will go to Filling in the Blanks)Heibeck’s Stand-Wiltonwww.heibecksstand.comThey offer over 20 flavors that rotate on a daily basis with at least 2 vegan/non-dairy options available. Their ice cream is sourced from multiple small-batch creameries that utilize fresh and premium ingredients.Holy Cow-Newtownhttps://holycowct.squarespace.com/Their dairy is sourced from CT farms and they’ve been scooping since 1969! They stock a dozen handmade flavors like Cakebatter and Mint Monster, along with wide variety of soft serve, floats, and shakes. Care to attempt their Scooper’s Dozen Challenge? 6 flavors, 13 scoops, 3 toppings, whipped cream and cherries.The Ice Cream Shoppe-Sheltonwww.icecreamshoppeshelton.com30 Homemade and made fresh in-house flavors that can be topped with 40 different toppings. The question is: what kind of topping do you put on S’Moreo ice cream? A happy and delicious dilemma to have.Il Bacio Ice Cream-DanburyFB: Il Bacio Ice Cream, @ilbacioicecreamPeruse the big board of homemade flavors, which range from Ginger Lemon and Grasshopper to Mallomar and Maple Walnut. They also serve Italian ice cream.Karla’s Kreamery-New Canaanwww.karlaskreamery.comKarla’s Kreamery is a pint only pop-up ice cream business based in New Canaan. Karla is a classically trained chef who makes micro-batch hand crafted ice cream that is inspired by her travels. Unique flavors contain homemade cookies, cakes, crunches & swirls and are available every month by clicking the link in her Instagram bio @karlaskreamery La Fenice-Greenwich, WestportFB: La Fenice Westport24 flavors to get you dreaming of your next Italian vacation. Their gelato is made fresh daily at the Greenwich location, using fruit and dairy from local farms and specialty ingredients coming from Italy. They’ve got a Gelato cart now, too, for your summer events!Lindsay’s Handmade Ice Cream and Sweets-Norwalkwww.lindsayshandmade.comLindsay’s Handmade Ice Cream crafts small batches of artisan ice cream in Norwalk, CT. Their customers enjoy a wide array of flavors from sweet, like Italian Rainbow Cookie, to savory such as their Miso Caramel. Longford’s Ice Cream-Stamfordwww.longfordsicecream.comSmall batch ice cream, sorbet and gelato since 1992. Flavors include Cannoli, Lemon Pie, Georgie Peach, Pink Tutu (pink vanilla with crushed chocolate chip cookies with sprinkles).Micalizzi’s-Bridgeporthttps://micalizzis.com/Now open for the season! Micalizzi’s offers a wide variety of authentic Italian ice flavors, including classics like cherry and watermelon and unique finds like piña colada and root beer. Hard and soft ice cream, milkshakes, and sundaes are also available for purchase. Come stop by and see why Micalizzi’s has been a cherished part of the Bridgeport community for decades!Milkcraft-Fairfield, Greenwich (coming soon!)www.milkcraftca.comMilkcraft uses liquid nitrogen which creates smaller ice crystals and results in the smoothest possible ice cream and the best show! And instead of a plain cone, try their Hong Kong waffle bubble cone-a hybrid of a waffle and a pancake for their unusual and fun flavors such as Strawberry Balsamic, Blue Butter Cookie, and Vietnamese Coffee.Momu-Westporthttps://www.momuicecream.com/MOMU Ice Cream's artisanal ice cream is made daily in-house using locally sourced ingredients. The recently opened shop is owned and operated by MMM Hospitality, Brittany and Daniel Moreno (who also own Kneads across the street) and Christian & Emily Munoz, four former employees of Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Westchester, NY. Newbury Gelato-Brookfieldwww.newburygelato.comThis Italian family creates gelatos and sorbettos using New England dairy products and locally sourced ingredients when possible.The end result? Tastes and flavors of Italy and beyond that you can enjoy all summer long, like Strawberry Balsamic, Mascarpone Pistachio Caramel, and Fresh Cream.OGGI Gelato - NorwalkIG @ oggigelatousNorwalk’s Authentic Oggi Gelato has quickly become a beloved destination, offering an authentic taste of Italy with its diverse selection of handcrafted gelato flavors. This cozy spot, known for its commitment to quality ingredients, provides a delightful escape for anyone seeking a sweet treat in the heart of our community.Rich Farm Ice Cream-Brookfieldwww.richfarmicecream.comAt this family-owned spot originating in Oxford, their ice cream is made daily on the farm, using only the highest quality ingredients. Additional locations in Brookfield and Middlefield! They’ve got a full roster of “Every Day Flavors” along with “Specialty Flavors” and “Seasonal Flavors”. Check FB/Instagram for updates on these.Saugatuck Sweets-FairfieldFB: Saugatuck Sweets Fairfield Stocking Longford’s ice cream and ice cream cakes. Grab a cone, a Root Beer float, pints and quarts, or fun make-at-home kits like their Ice Cream Sandwich Kits, perfect for a weekend, Dad’s Day, or just ‘cause.Scoops of Wilton-WiltonFB: Scoops of WiltonHard ice cream and candy shop in the town center. Scoops will also deliver to your party or event-let them help you customize a great party with scoops of fun.Stew Leonard’s-Norwalk, Danburywww.stewleonards.comFrozen yogurt and soft serve ice cream from the World’s Largest Dairy Store (says Ripley’s). Check out their new ice cream counter and bank points on their new App and earn free ice cream.Sugar Rush-Sheltonwww.sugarrushusa.comLiquid nitrogen ice cream that is also gluten-free (except the toppings). Get it in a bubble or waffle cone, a crepe, an ice cream sandwich, a milkshake or stuffed into a donut or just a plain ol’ cup. Anyway you scoop it, you’ll love it.Sunny Daes-Fairfield, Stamford, Trumbull, Westport, Norwalkwww.sunnydaesicecream.comHomemade ice cream, gelato, frozen yogurt in cups, cones, personalized cakes and sprinkle-coated sandwiches. Ah, the possibilities! In the mood for an old-fashioned banana split? They’ve got those too.Sweet Ashley’s Ice Cream-Norwalkwww.sweetashleysicecream.comScooping for over 30 years, their small-batch ice cream is a must have on a hot summer night. They’ve got the classics as well as tasty unique flavors like Lavender Chip and Chocolate Bacon. Dairy free, vegan and dog friendly flavors too! Tabitha’s Ice Cream-Fairfieldwww.tabithasicecream.comNewly opened in the Trademark luxury apartment building, Tabitha’s features Praline’s Own Made Ice Cream. Any Shirley Temple fans? Try their signature Shirley Temple ice cream and float. Don’t miss the Lorelei Shake either-a coffee milkshake with whipped cream and gummy pizzas. Where you lead, I will follow…TropiGlace Ice Cream Place-Stamfordwww.tropiglace.netThis Educadorian family-owned business has been creating homemade ice cream for over 50 years. Lots of fruit accompanies their many creations of crepes, waffle bowls, banana splits, cones and sundaes. Be sure to try their Lulu, Passion Fruit, Soursop, Mango and Tamarind ice creams.Twisters Ice Cream Cafe-New FairfieldFB @ Twisters Ice Cream CafeFrom their premium homemade artisanal ice cream to our smooth & creamy Soft Serve and refreshing Italian ice, they have it all! Enjoy one of their Malts or shakes with any one of their ice cream flavors, or how about our refreshing Gelati’s? So cool & refreshing!Tusk and Cup-Ridgefield, Wiltonwww.tuskandcup.comChoose from rotating flavors of deliciousness, made with care and attention to detail. You can also opt to have your gelato “drowned” in espresso, creating a memorable hot-cold Affogato. Van Leeuwen’s - Darien, Greenwich, New Canaanwww.vanleeuwenicecream.comSimple ingredients, inventive flavor combos and a good dose of happiness to all who like a bite. Or a lick. Or devour the pint. Vegan and traditional ice creams made for all to enjoy equally whether it’s Peanut Butter Brownie Honeycomb, Strawberry Shortcake, Sicilian Pistachio or Earl Gray Tea.Wells Hollow Creamery-Sheltonwww.wellshollowcreamery.com60+ flavors, including their “Sweet 16”, which contain 16% butter fat (hello, richness), such as Amaretto Cherry, Dark Chocolate Cashew Caramel, Tennessee Toffee. Fat-free, sugar-free flavors, frozen yogurt, sorbet and sherbets as well. Hartford CountyDom’s Creamery-Avon FB @Dom’s CreameryIG @domscreameryEnter into this ice cream shop that is itself a confection, all pale aqua walls with pink and gold accents, and you’ve just encountered the enticing warm-up for the main act: their ice cream. Dom’s Creamery ice cream is all made in-house, using only natural ingredients- and what fabulous ingredients they are. Serving up traditional flavors such as Vanilla, Strawberry, Chocolate, and Cookies and Cream, they also have many flavors that will encourage your taste buds to venture into unknown, but surprisingly scrumptious, territory: Ube (purple yam), Fig and Parm (courtesy of Dom’s Cheese next door!), Charcoal, comforting and sweet Honey Latte, in addition to dairy-free flavors. They fashion their ice cream into fanciful cakes and sandwiches, sell pints to go, and if ice cream just isn’t your mood-of-the-day, they make sweet and savory crepes and waffles. You’ll be hit with that warm, toasty scent as soon as you walk in their door. Stop by, enjoy their instagram-worthy seating area and take some time to enjoy a cone, Dom’s-style.Bloom Hill Farm-Bloomfieldwww.bloomhillfarm.comFB: Bloom Hill FarmOver 20 years and going strong with over 24 flavors (hard and soft serve) and we bet that the one named “Nightmare”(Choc/Peanut Butter ice cream with mini peanut butter cups) is anything but.Canton Creamery at Petals & Paws-Cantonwww.petalsandpaws.netHomemade micro-batch ice cream, featuring fresh local ingredients from Connecticut farms. Special flavors for the grown-ups made with Meyers Dark Jamaican Rum, Guinness Extra Stout and more. Note: creamery is located at the Petals and Paws Pet & Garden Supply complex.Capital Ice Cream-Hartfordwww.capitalicecream.comIce cream, including non-dairy options, shakes, create-your-own ice cream sandwiches that are made with house-made cookies, and cold plate/mix-in signature desserts too. Just blocks from the Bushnell Theater and park.Cha Papi Tea and Sweets-West Hartfordhttps://www.chapapi.com/Cha Papi is a tea and sweets shop that specializes in tea-drinks and Asian sweets, including their favorites: mochi donuts and taiyaki soft serve. Their ingredients are created in-house: they use real tea, real milk, and no artificial powders, sweeteners, and non-dairy creamers in their drinks.Collins Creamery-EnfieldFacebook: Collins Creamery, @collinscreameryStarting their 26th season, let the scooping and licking begin! The Collins Creamery has over 20 flavors, including fat free and sugar free options. Want a sundae with Red Velvet ice cream, hot fudge, marshmallow topping, whipped cream and a cherry? Yeah you do.Dairy Cream at Bradley International-Windsor LocksFB: Dairy Cream at Bradley Int’lServing ice cream treats since 1954! Soft serve flavors, ice cream cakes, and hard ice cream. Bet you didn’t think something called Dirty Water could be good, but it is (coffee ice cream with choc. cookie swirl and choc. chips).Frisbees-Bloomfield, New Britainwww.frisbiesdairybarn.comA long list of flavors, many of which are named for local areas/towns such as Berlin Black Raspberry, Stanley Park Strawberry, Newington Nutella, Pulaski Pistachio.Grassroots Ice Cream-Granbywww.grassrootsicecream.comOver 100 wicked good flavors made from all-natural ingredients and no artificial colors. Coffee Biscoff, Goat Cheese Blackberry or Blood Orange Chocolate Chip? YES. Classic flavs too, don’t worry. And for your celebrations, order up an ice cream cake.J Foster Ice Cream-Avonwww.jfostericecream.comFamily run, small-batch ice creams, (vegan options avail) gelato, sorbet, ice cream sandwiches, brownie sandwiches and sliders, such as their Cake Batter and Oreo behemoth. Don’t miss their beautifully decorated ice cream cakes.Lacroix’s Homemade Ice Cream-PlainvilleFB @ Lacroix’s Homemade Ice CreamNewly opened groovy ice cream shop located in an old industrial park. All ice cream is homemade on premise. Offering 20+ flavors including vegan options. Check socials for the current flavor list! Facebook: Lacroix's Homemade Ice Cream and Instagram: @lacroixshomemadeLes’ Dairy Bar-MeridenFB @ Les’ Dairy BarLes’ Dairy Bar, a Meriden tradition since 1952, serving real soft serve ice cream. Offering cones, sundaes, milkshakes, specialty parfaits, sugar free and dairy free soft serve from March through October. Main Street Creamery & Cafe-Wethersfieldwww.mainstreetcreamery.comOver 50 flavors of hard ice cream, gluten-free options (cones included), lactose and vegan flavors too. Don’t miss their custom ice cream pies with your choices of ice creams and toppings-make up a holiday if you have to.Milkcraft-West Hartfordwww.milkcraftca.comMilkcraft uses liquid nitrogen which creates smaller ice crystals and results in the smoothest possible ice cream and the best show! And instead of a plain cone, try their Hong Kong waffle bubble cone-a hybrid of a waffle and a pancake for their unusual and fun flavors such as Strawberry Balsamic, Blue Butter Cookie, and Vietnamese Coffee.Mortensen Dairy Ice Cream-Newingtonhttps://mortdairy.com/Serving homemade ice cream in Connecticut for 100 years! Connecticut Black Bear, Fresh Banana, Native Blueberry…ah, the list is a long one, along with no-sugar options, sherbets, soft serve and sorbets. New this year: ice cream nachos!Pat’s Main Street Ice Cream-Southingtonwww.patsmainstreeticecream.comOpen year round! Full service ice cream parlor with seating indoors and out. Get your NE Patriots Ice Cream (“Dough Your Job”-vanilla ice cream, cookie dough, fudge, mini chocolate footballs with caramel), soft serve, milkshakes and freshly spun cotton candy.Praline’s-Berlin, Plainville, Southington (Cafe)www.pralinesownmade.comTheir mission is to re-educate the public on what real ice cream should taste like! Sounds like a challenge worth taking! You can start with Beez Neez, Espresso Ripple Bean or Connecticut Summer.Robbs Farm-South GlastonburyFB: ROBBS Farm Ice CreamA working livestock farm and their flavor names reflect that: Gravel Road, Cow Pies, Tractor Grease and Udderly Ridiculous. Great scenery while you lick that cone. Now also selling quarts and ice cream pies.Royal Ice Cream Co.-Manchesterwww.royalicecream.comThis family owned spot has been scooping up business since 1926. Ice cream cakes and special desserts by the box for your special events/parties such as classic Spumoni, Turtle Creams, and sorbet-stuffed lemons and oranges.Smyth’s Ice Cream Stand-Enfieldwww.smythsicecream.comSince 1977, hard and soft ice cream have been served, as well as ice cream cakes, sandwiches, sundaes, splits, floats and boats and Italian ices, making the community darned happy. Stew Leonard’s-Newingtonwww.stewleonards.comFrozen yogurt and soft serve ice cream from the World’s Largest Dairy Store (says Ripley’s). Bank points on their new App and earn free ice cream.Tulmeadow Farm Store-West Simsburywww.tulmeadowfarmstore.comOffering over 50 different flavors of very rich 16% butterfat gourmet ice cream. Their top seller? Red Raspberry with Chocolate Chips. Also available are homemade ice cream sandwiches and vegan flavors.New Haven CountyScoopy’s Ice Cream-Wallingford https://scoopysicecream.com/Scoopys is a Wallingford local ice cream shop specializing in premium hard and soft serve ice cream. They serve Maine’s own Gifford’s ice cream as well as Bridgeport’s own Micalizzis Italian ice. They also have homemade Cannoli ice cream-a not-to-miss! Or try the Ice Cream Nachos (waffle chips topped with ice cream, toppings, and sauce) or the Neil’s Donut Sundae, two scoops of ice cream with a glazed donut, hot fudge, and cherry. They are dedicated to serving their customers with kindness and respect. Scoopy’s offers a variety of seating indoors and outdoors. Stop by and enjoy their 50+ flavors of ice cream and Italian ice!La Fenice-New Haven IG: @lafenicegelatoLa Fenice, a cherished coffee and gelato shop, is bringing its authentic Italian charm to New Haven after 13 successful years in Greenwich CT, Rye NY, and Westport CT. Renowned for its authentic Italian-style offerings, La Fenice imports products directly from Italy and follows genuine Italian recipes, creating an inviting atmosphere infused with Italian culture. Each gelato and sorbet flavor reflects Simona Silvestri and Salvatore Scuro’s commitment to Italian authenticity as first generation Italian immigrants. All gelato recipes are secret family treasures, featuring genuine Italian flavors like Gianduia, Stracciatella, and Nutella. You can trust that everything at La Fenice is made from scratch using fresh ingredients, including fresh fruit for sorbets and imported goods. Even their appliances are imported from Italy. Their cones, like everything else, are made in-store, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Stop by La Fenice for a true taste of Italy!Ashley’s Ice Cream-Branford, Guilford, Hamden, Madison, New Havenwww.ashleysicecream.netSince 1979, serving everyone from celebs to the average ice-cream lover, Ashley's churned ice cream without artificial colors and flavors, along with frozen yogurt, cakes, and shakes, has a following. Bring on the Bourbon Brown Sugar! Order online now for quick pick-up.Banana’s-Wallingfordwww.bananasicecreamct.comBanana's Ice Cream has been a cherished family-owned establishment since 1996, serving up over 50 delicious flavors of locally made hard scoop ice cream from the renowned Big Dipper Ice Cream Factory in Connecticut. Whether you visit their location or opt for their convenient mobile service, you're in for a treat. Don't miss out on their seasonal delights like Lemon Pie, Orange Pineapple, Pineapple Upside-Down, Berry Swirl, and Watermelon Sherbet. Big Dipper Ice Cream Parlour-Prospectwww.bigdipper.comFor over 35 years, Big Dipper has been creating ice cream cakes, pies and good ol’ cones filled with their more than 50 flavors. As those flavors rotate daily, it’s always a tasty surprises to see what’s offered: Chocolate Mousse? Graham Jam? Vanilla Peanut Butter Cup? Go and find out.Gelato Giuliana-New Havenwww.gelatogiuliana.comWhen the Italian owner couldn’t find good gelato here in the U.S., she decided to make it herself and Gelato Giuliana was born. Enjoy over 24 flavors of gelato, along with non-dairy fruit gelato and yogurt gelato.Gelataria at Gioia-New Havenhttps://www.gioianewhaven.com/Visit Gioia’s takeout window on Brown Street to enjoy a whimsical scoop (or three) of their house-made gelato and remember the sweetness of childhood. Elena's On Orange-New Havenhttps://www.elenasonorange.com/Elena's on Orange is a neighborhood soft serve ice cream shop with exceptional, high quality soft serve and many homemade toppings. Known for their signature chocolate dip and a rotating seasonal flavor to accompany the class chocolate, vanilla, and twist, there is plentiful outdoor seating and an easy walk to East Rock Park. In the winter they have a rich Parisian hot chocolate and warm cookie sundae!Ice and Fire Ice Cream-MilfordFB @ Ice and Fire Ice CreamRolled ice cream! Ice cream is smeared and smoothed thin on a stone cold slab and then expertly rolled into delightful curls.Kelly's Cone Connection-Hamdenhttps://www.kellysconeconnection.com/All ice cream is made in small batches using only the finest ingredients. Kelly’s Cone Connection features artistic and creative ice cream cakes and pies in all flavors. Choose from your basic vanilla to custom-made maple walnut or mouth-watering double chocolate. Sizes and styles are only limited by your imagination for birthdays, holidays, and fundraisers.Micalizzi’s-Milfordhttps://www.micalizzimilford.com/Micalizzi Milford brings timeless, tasty treats from a long-time staple in the Bridgeport community of more than 40 years. Micalizzi Milford offers unique flavors of hand-made Italian ices, craft ice cream, toppings, sundaes, shakes, micablizzis and freshly baked cookies. Get creative with our signature item the “Peace Cookie” and craft your perfect ice cream sandwich.Milkcraft-New Havenwww.milkcraftca.comMilkcraft uses liquid nitrogen which creates smaller ice crystals and results in the smoothest possible ice cream and the best show! And instead of a plain cone, try their Hong Kong waffle bubble cone-a hybrid of a waffle and a pancake for their unusual and fun flavors such as Strawberry Balsamic, Blue Butter Cookie, and Vietnamese Coffee.Mr. D’s with Praline’s-Wallingfordwww.pralinesownmade.comTheir mission is to re-educate the public on what real ice cream should taste like! Sounds like a challenge worth taking! You can start with Beez Neez, Espresso Ripple Bean or Connecticut Summer.Praline’s-Meridenwww.pralinesownmade.comTheir mission is to re-educate the public on what real ice cream should taste like! Sounds like a challenge worth taking! You can start with Beez Neez, Espresso Ripple Bean or Connecticut Summer.Rich Farm Ice Cream-Oxfordwww.richfarmicecream.comAt this family-owned spot originating in Oxford, their ice cream is made daily on the farm, using only the highest quality ingredients. Additional locations in Brookfield and Middlefield! They’ve got a full roster of “Every Day Flavors” along with “Specialty Flavors” and “Seasonal Flavors”. Check FB/Instagram for updates on these.Scoopin’ Ice Cream Shop-Southburyhttps://www.scoopinicecream.com/Homemade hard ice cream, soft serve, crepes, waffle cones and ice cream cakes for your summer celebrations at this family owned and operated shop! 48 glorious flavors to choose from from Vegan Oreo to Candy Cane and Black Raspberry Cheesecake.Scoopy Doo’s-Milfordwww.scoopydooice.comServing Milford’s own Buck’s French ice creams with over 75 flavors, with the newer ones being Dessert Ore-Oasis (peanut butter with Oreos) and Grasshopper Crunch (mint with chocolate chips and Oreos). They also have soft serve and vegan ice creams.Sundae Funday-Oxfordwww.sundaefundayicecream.comPersonalized ice cream? Yep! Pick your soft serve and have them mix in whatever topping you are craving that day. Brain freeze? Choose from one of their unique flavors such as the Rainbow Connection-Fruity Pebbles and Lucky Charms ice cream, topped Fruity Pebbles, Charms marshmallows and also marshmallow sauce.The Sundae House-Milfordwww.thesundaehouse.comScooping since 1963, this family owned-and-operated ice cream shop has flavors you’ll love like Quicksand (caramel ice cream with caramel swirl and crushed Butterfingers), Banana, Cotton Candy and Amaretto. No sugar and vegan options available.Sweet Claude’s-Cheshirewww.sweetclaudesicecream.comLocated directly off the Farmington Canal Trail, Sweet Claude's boasts over 50 homemade flavors, including dairy, yogurt, non-dairy, nonfat/sugar-free, and sorbets and ices. Open daily 12-9p.Walnut Beach Creamery-Milfordwww.walnutbeachcreamery.comAll their globally-inspired ice creams, sorbets and many toppings are made in their own kitchen. Enjoy rotating flavors such as Banana Bread, Cinnamon Toast and Bittersweet Chocolate Black Night while you can! They also have no-sugar- added ice creams, pops, ice cream cakes and pie, sandwiches and vegan options.Wentworth Homemade Ice Cream-Hamdenwww.wentworthhomemadeicecream.comGrab a cone, sundae, quart or pints to take home at this ice cream shop nestled near Sleeping Giant State Park and Quinnipiac University. Salty Buttered Cashew or Peanut Butter Oreo will make the trip just fine, she says.New London CountyZac Young’s Sprinkletown Donuts and Ice Cream-Mashantucket (Foxwoods) https://www.foxwoods.com/dining/quick-bites/choose/sprinkletown/From the sprinkled mind of celebrity Pastry Chef Zac Young is his newest concept: Zac Young’s Sprinkletown Donuts & Ice Cream. With customizable donuts and signature ice cream sundaes with a “choose your own adventure” menu, it's a sweet playground for both kids and adults alike. The soft serve menu is beyond playful with guests choosing from a festive variety of magic shells, sauces, toppings, and of course, sprinkles! Find them in the Great Cedar Concourse at Foxwoods Resort Casino; Hours, menu, and more info available on https://www.sprinkletown.com/.Buttonwood Farms-Griswoldwww.buttonwoodfarmicecream.comThough this farm is famous for their July sunflower display, they also serve up over 50 flavors of farm fresh ice cream. Check out the limited edition flavors such as Non Dairy Cherry Vanilla and Lemon Blueberry.Cowlick’s Creamery-Waterfordwww.cowlickscreamery.netOver 40 flavors of hard ice cream, as well as frozen yogurt, Italian ice, sorbet and soft serve–perfect for those hot summer nights. Check their website for specials like their Peanut Butter Bomb Sundae. You can even order online for easy take-out.Gumdrops & Lollipops-Niantichttps://www.gumdropsnlollipops.net/Serving Homemade Ice Cream and Sweet Treats, conveniently located on Main Street In Niantic on the corner of the Hole in the Wall Beach!Mango’s Homemade Ice Cream-MysticFB: Mango’s Ice CreamHomemade ice cream, milkshakes and sundaes in the heart of Olde Mistick Village. Grab a treat, stroll the stores, and enjoy a summer afternoon.Mel’s Downtown Creamery-Colchester, Pawcatuckhttp://melsdowntowncreamery.com/Open daily year-round, you can find Mel's Downtown Creamery in two great locations: Colchester and Pawcatuck, CT. Enjoy 30+ Premium hard ice cream flavors, soft serve ice cream, milkshakes, specialty sundae, and more! Michael’s Dairy-New London www.michaelsdairynl.comLocated at Mitchell College, Michael’s Dairy has been loved by both college students and the New London community at large for over 80 years. 32 flavors of ice cream, from the classics to originals like Coconut Almond Bar and Graham Central Station, to vegan options and more.Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream-Mysticwww.mysticdrawbridgeicecream.comHomemade treats at an ice cream store that has stood on the same site for 100 years. They try to make it easier to decide by dividing their menu into categories: The Classics, The Nutty Ones, The Fruity Ones and the Drawbridge Originals and the Non-Dairy.Mystic Sweet Shop-Mysticwww.mysticsweetshop.comFor more than 25 years, Rita Lara, owner of Mystic Sweet Shop, has been making delicious confections and ice cream. Aside from its roster of traditional flavors made from CT dairy farmers' milk, Mystic Sweet Shop has its own recipe for a “Fool You, it’s Not Milk!” oat milk ice cream. Grab a cone and watch the drawbridge do its thing in one of the cutest towns on the shoreline.Salem Valley Farms Ice Cream-Salemwww.salemvalleyfarmsicecream.comServing Over 80 (!) flavors since 1988, along with a small-batch series during the ice cream season, you will have your work cut out picking one…Purple Sable, Grasshopper, Salted Caramel Chip, Key “Lime” pie, and more.Twisters Ice Cream-Mystichttps://twistersicecreammystic.com/A summertime favorite, Twisters Ice Cream continues to serve up delicious frozen treats on the riverfront in Mystic, CT. Twisters Ice Cream offers soft and hard ice cream. Their menu includes ice cream cones, sundaes, slushy drinks, milk shakes, arctic blasts and more. They also have homemade waffle cones.Litchfield CountyArethusa Farm Dairy-Bantamwww.arethusafarm.comYou can’t have a conversation about CT ice cream without mentioning Arethusa! Made with 16% butterfat, the “super premium” old-fashioned ice cream comes in an array of flavors such as their Sweet Cream Chocolate Chip, Coconut with Dark Chocolate Chunks and Peach.Peaches N’ Cream-Litchfieldhttps://www.peachesncreamct.com/This woman-owned business aims to provide flawless service, with a generous scoop of energy and nostalgia. Serving hand-scooped traditional gluten-free ice cream with an incredible range of flavors, they also make their own sorbets and sherbets, and dish up yogurt, sugar-free, and dairy-free options too.Middlesex CountyAL’s Ice Cream Shoppe - Middletownhttps://www.alsicecream.com/They slow churn all of their ice cream in-house using an all-natural 16% butterfat base - the richest you can get. They add inclusions like funfetti cake & cream cheese frosting, strawberries & marshmallow fluff, and blondies & peanut butter to give their creativity a test, but also know that there's nothing quite like the classics.Island Vibes Creamery-East HamptonFB @ Island Vibes CreameryServing up the famous Gifford’s Ice Cream from Maine, along with live music on their patio many nights. New this year, they have a coffee menu for those of you not in the mood for ice cream.Cromwell Creamery-CromwellFB @Cromwell CreameryThe family that owns Cromwell Creamery has been in the dairy business for 80 years. Check out their extensive list of flavors, including some really unique homemade ice cream like Thin Mint, Maple Walnut, and Blueberry!Durham Dari Serve-DurhamFB @ Durham Dari ServeIt’s June so that means Strawberry Shortcake parfaits are on deck-but catch them while they last! The board with their new homemade flavors is out (Cannoli, Chunky Bar, Maple Derby Bourbon Pecan and more) so scramble over and grab a cone!Fenwick Ice Cream-Old Saybrookhttps://fenwickicecreamco.wixsite.com/fenwick-ice-cream-coLocated inside Johnny Ad’s on Route 1 in Old Saybrook, Fenwick Ice Cream serves a variety of ice cream flavors in the summer season. Handmade in Connecticut for over 30 years, the ice cream they serve has been voted “Best Made Ice Cream in CT” by Connecticut Magazine four times.HK Dairy Barn-HigganumFB @ HK Dairy BarnFamily run ice cream barn that dishes out ice cream, splits, waffle cones and custom cakes. Dairy free options available, such as Passion Fruit and Raspberry sorbet.Honeycone Craft Ice Cream-Chesterwww.honeyconecreamco.comOpen year round, check their website for what they are scooping daily for their ice creams, non-dairy versions and sorbet. Hint: the seasonal flavors for spring are going to make you swoon-hello, Blueberry Lemon Curd.Praline’s-Essexwww.pralinesownmade.comTheir mission is to re-educate the public on what real ice cream should taste like! Sounds like a challenge worth taking! You can start with Beez Neez, Espresso Ripple Bean or Connecticut Summer…Rich Farm Ice Cream-Middlefieldwww.richfarmicecream.comAt this family-owned spot originating in Oxford, their ice cream is made daily on the farm, using only the highest quality ingredients. Additional locations in Brookfield and Middlefield! They’ve got a full roster of “Every Day Flavors” along with “Specialty Flavors” and “Seasonal Flavors”. Check FB/Instagram for updates on these.The Scoop at Rocky’s Aqua-Clintonwww.rockysaqua.comHead to Rocky’s Aqua for lunch or dinner with a view and then pop into The Scoop for well, a scoop. Or two. Why not? It’s summer by the shore. Oreo ice cream sandwiches rolled in sprinkles, cups and cones of flavors such as Toasted Coconut, Espresso and Butter Pecan.Sweet and Savory-East HaddamFB @ Sweet and SavoryThey serve creamy French-style, Connecticut-made ice cream, along with some of the best Connecticut made Vegan ice cream you can find! In addition, they are a small-batch bakery! They are looking forward to whipping up delicious treats for you!Sweet P’s-Essexwww.sweetpsessex.comScooping up icy treats in the heart of quaint Essex since 1989, Sweet P's 24 flavors of Ashley's ice cream, including dairy-free, sugar-free and vegan options, will turn any summer day into a great day. Offering favorites like Essex Mud, Coconut Mounds and Lemon Graham as well as all natural fruit smoothies like strawberry banana and peach mango.Tall Man’s Homemade Ice Cream-Cromwellwww.tallmansicecream.comHard ice cream, soft serves, Italian ices-all perfect for a hot summer’s day. P.s.-Peanut Butter Nutella is back, or snag a taste of their homemade Blueberry Crumb, Orange Pineapple or Almond Joy.Tolland CountyFarmer’s Cow Calfe and Creamery-Mansfieldwww.thefarmerscowcalfe.comThe Calfe stocks over 60 different flavors, some with cheeky animal-influenced names, such as Cowabunga Crunch, Purple Cow, Fly Fishing Fudge…or just go with Apple Pie.Fish Family Farm Creamery & Dairy-BoltonFacebook: Fish Family Farm Creamery & DairyThe ice cream here comes straight from the farm’s very own jersey cows… who you can meet as you enjoy your cones and ice cream sandwiches. Plenty special events happen too, so check out their page for updatesIce Cream Depot-Stafford Springswww.icecreamdepotstafford.comHard and soft serve ice cream, Italian ices, milkshakes (avail. with Oat Milk), frozen yogurt and no-sugar added flavors-even gluten-free ice cream cakes that are ready to go! Check the specials board/website for extra cool flavors.Kloter’s Ice Cream Barn-Ellingtonwww.klotersicecreambarn.comSign up for their Lucky Name of the Day promotion and you might score a free ice cream. 22 flavors of ice cream, soft serve, hard yogurt, non-dairy, gluten-free and no- sugar-added options available.UConn’s Dairy Bar-Storrswww.dining.uconn.eduSince 1953, the Dairy Bar has been making dairy products at their own creamery (you can see the cows in the next field) that are a hit with the resident Huskies, along with well, everyone. The ice cream is made using the original recipe and they now have over 20 rotating flavors. Limited Edition Championship Banana Blast or Husky Tracks, anyone? Go, Huskies!Windham CountyAshford Dairy Bar & Grill-AshfordFB @ Ashford Dairy Bar and GrillThe perfect place to grab a soft-serve, a cone of Gifford’s ice cream, a specialty sundae, float or milkshake as you cruise through the back roads of beautiful Connecticut on a summer day.Buck’s Soft Serve-Woodstock ValleyFB: Buck’s Soft ServeSmall farm but big flavors of deliciousness-in fact, over 50 soft serve flavors such as Ginger, Root Beer, Rum, Cranberry, Tea Berry, and Green Apple and Pina Colada. You can even combine flavors to create a NEW flavorEkonk Turkey Farm-Moosupwww.ekonkhillturkeyfarm.comEking Hill Turkey Farm’s Brown Cow Cafe (named after their Jersey cow, Blossom) scoops their homemade ice cream from March-November. Pints/Quarts available year round. Delicious and unique flavors like Indian Pudding, Black Currant and of course, Blossom’s Delight (butter pecan w/ butterscotch chips/vanilla crunch).Riverview Ice Cream-Putnamwww.riverviewputnam.comHomemade ice cream in over 24 flavors (Double Strength Coffee, Blueberry, Cotton Candy) that you can enjoy while you play mini golf right next door!We-Li-Kit Farm-Pomfret Centerhttps://we-li-kit.com/This 6th-Gen diverse family farm has been making 16% premium ice cream for over 25 years. Serving up delish cups, cones, pints, quarts until the end of October in flavors such as Butter Pecan, Ayrshire Chip (strawberry with choc. chips), Margarita Madness, and Indian Pudding (my seasonal fave), YOU Will-Like-It. P.-They take “end of season” orders for anyone wanting to stock up for the wint
