I scream, you scream…
We get it. Everyone is screaming because the days are long and the temperatures are high. One of the best ways to beat the heat with your family is, of course, with a scoop (or three) of delicious ice cream. The only question is: where should you go to get the best cold treat? Since July happens to be National Ice Cream Month, you can celebrate the “holiday” guilt-free at any of these local favorites.
Clara Rose Ice Cream Truck
Did you know that you can find the world’s most adorable ice cream truck right here in St. Pete? Well, it’s not official, but the Clara Rose Ice Cream Truck is definitely on the list. Delicious scoops, friendly owners, and the best photo op this side of the Bay keep us always looking for where Clara Rose will be popping up next. Various markets and locations.
Beans & Barlour
This downtown dessert and coffee lounge is just what our sugarloving adult dreams are made of — boozy ice cream, edible chocolate dishes, and a plethora of other imaginative concoctions that come with or without alcohol. Bring the kids for a special occasion or just a super fun day out. 538 1st Avenue N.
IceBurg
Easily one of the most Instagrammable shops in St. Pete, IceBurg offers up creative and fanciful creations like the Cotton Candy Cone, Unicorn Cone, and Ice Dragons while keeping it cool with other options like Thai rolled ice cream and frozen yogurt with all the toppings. Don’t forget your appetite… and camera. 449 Central Avenue
Old Farmer’s Creamery
You can’t miss the big red barn on 4th Street, otherwise known as Old Farmer’s Creamery. Step inside for generous portions of some of the best homemade ice cream around. Just make sure to hit the ATM first though, this place is cash only. 2531 4th Street N.
Plant+Love Ice Cream
Hand-crafted and vegan, Plant+Love Ice Cream creates incredible organic coconut milk-based scoops in flavors like Salted Caramel Pecan Praline and P.B. Fudge Ripple as well as the classics. Check back often, this EDGE District creamery rotates flavors regularly so you can try them all. 953 Central Avenue
Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream
Want to include a little science in your next ice cream outing? Then head to Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream with the kids for one educational and tasty field trip. The ice cream here (vegan and keto options included) is made from scratch then frozen with liquid nitrogen right in front of you. 2216 66th Street N.
Sweet Stack Shack
It doesn’t get much better than creating your own custom ice cream sandwich at Sweet Stack Shack where fresh baked cookies and brownies are stuffed with the ice cream of your choice then piled with toppings. Did we mention the awesome bubble machine outside that will keep your kids entertained for hours? 1041 Central Avenue
If this list doesn’t satisfy your sweet tooth, here are a few other local spots to try: Nans Plant Based Ice Cream, Dairy Inn, Locale Market, Paciugo Gelato & Caffe, Sweet Divas Chocolates, Sweet Charlie’s, Southern Bay Bakery, and URBAN Creamery.
