Hello Fancy Friends!
Are you looking for the best ice cream in Houston? Do you love ice cream as much as I do!?! Seriously, I love me some ice cream!
If you’re in Houston and you’ve packed your sweet tooth you are in the right place! Houston has so many sweet options to choose from. I can literally indulge in this cool treat all year long because the best way to cool off in the extreme Houston temperatures is with ice cream, of course.
Whether you are looking for ice cream, milkshakes, frozen yogurt, gelato, or italian ice, Houston has you covered! This is definitely a sure way to beat the Texas heat.
Here are eight ice cream shops you must visit now! I frequently visit these local shops for all their creamy goodness and I think you may love them too.
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The Best Time For Ice Cream
Is Always!
The Best Ice Cream Shops In Houston
The Chocolate Bar
1835 W Alabama St or 2521 University Blvd
This sweet shop is a chocolate lover’s dream come true! It’s a bakery with an array of scrumptious cakes, cookies, brownies and chocolate treats. It’s a gift shop with a unique selection of edible gifts to choose from. It’s an ice cream haven with so many delectable ice cream flavors and they even let you sample them before purchase! Thirsty? No problem, their is a vast number of beverage options to quench your thirst. From coffee and tea to hot chocolate and specialty drinks. You name it they have it! My favorite part about the chocolate bar is the environment. It’s one of the coolest around. It’s diverse atmosphere is perfect for date night, a meet up with friends or a family day out. Take your pick!
Amy’s Ice Creams
3816 Farnham St
The cow! That cow and all the vibrant colors that this unique ice cream shop exudes just draws you in. My husband is so in love with Amy’s! This is one of my families favorite ice cream shops. The ice cream is so thick and rich. We love the concept! You can customize your ice cream to your liking. Cup or cone? You decide. Pick your base ice cream flavor and mix in any toppings that you like. Looking for an ice cream cake? They have those too. Shakes, cakes, smoothies, sundaes, ice cream…Oh My! If your’re lucky, you can beat the line, grab a seat indoors or outdoors and enjoy all the deliciousness.
Bonus: You can cater to your sweet tooth any time of the day with their late night hours! Adults beware, they also sell alcohol infused ice cream!
Hank’s Ice Cream Parlor
9291 S Main St
Hank’s just give you that good, wholesome, family feeling! That mom and pop shop feel with all the sweet goodness to match. They have clearly been taking the Houston ice cream scene by storm for decades now. Don’t expect the latest Instagram worthy trends. However, their ice cream makes up for it! I love their banana pudding ice cream! They keep classic staples and unique flavors in rotation. The ice cream is thick and rich and they also offer shakes too. The seating and parking is minimal but the flavors is plentiful!
Note: Cash Only
Smoosh Cookies
5505 Morningside Dr
Ice cream truck offering the infamous cookie ice cream sandwich! Warm, freshly baked cookies filled with delicious ice cream and rolled in toppings of your choice. The price is great and the location is trendy. You can easily share the cookie sandwich because it’s just that big! It’s a complete Instagram worthy experience so don’t forget to snap a picture. Their quick service is such a happy moment!
Steel City Pops
420 E 20th St or 2565 Amherst St
These tasty pops are all over social media! The best part is that you can customize your own pop and the price point is even better. Dip, dredge, drizzle or dust…you decide! Fruity pops, creamy pops or cookie pops…so hard to decide! With so many ways to make it your own, you’re sure to return anytime your sweet tooth kicks in. The decor is so on trend and if you’re lucky you can catch a glimpse into the kitchen during production. I love the photo props they have and that their is an ample amount of seating.
Bonus: They source local and even cater events!
Rita’s of Houston Heights
2802 White Oak Dr
If you like soft serve ice cream then you’ll love Rita’s! Custard and Italian Ice overload. It’s a cute little shop and the customer service is super attentive. Their rotating flavors keep you coming back for more and you can even sample their flavors before committing. It’s the perfect treat on a hot day!
Red Circle Ice Cream
6838 Ranchester DrThis place is always crowded, which confirms just how good they are! Their churro’s are made to order and they are so crispy and fresh. Their creamy, soft served ice cream pairs perfectly with the churro options. As a result, this place has easily become a family favorite. It’s another Instagram sensation so don’t forget to snap your pick with the cool wall art!
What’s your favorite kind of ice cream?
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