Where can you find the best ice cream in and around Atlanta?
We have our winners.
Readers went with a popular chain, which began back in 1989 in Pennsylvania. Bruster’s now seems to blanket the metro area with creamy treats. It was a tight showdown for No. 2 between a couple of locally based favorites. See who emerged victorious and check out the complete list of your favorite ice cream emporiums in and around Atlanta.
Our dining critic Meridith Ford Goldman’s list overlapped with the readers’ list just once, but that popular favorite, Morelli’s in Ormewood Park, was her No. 1. See who made her list of the best ice cream purveyors in and around Atlanta.
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By gelatofan
May 18, 2009 10:48 AM | Link to this
Il Baccio on Sidney Marcus has the best homemade gelato.
By Kim
May 18, 2009 11:18 AM | Link to this
Brusters will make you lick your eyebrows! I love their ice cream!
By Ice Cream Lover
May 18, 2009 11:18 AM | Link to this
Bruster’s Ice Cream. Any location. I love the cherry vanilla and the new york cheesecake. Hmmmmm!
By David
May 18, 2009 11:18 AM | Link to this
Bruster’s in Alpharetta - especially the pistachio when they have it!
By Rick
May 18, 2009 11:18 AM | Link to this
Brewsters!!
By squirrelly
May 18, 2009 11:20 AM | Link to this
For the world’s BEST ice cream, you have to travel to Cincinnati, Ohio and go the Graeter’s ice cream shops! Sorry, nothing in ATL comes close!
By Elaine
May 18, 2009 11:25 AM | Link to this
Brewster’s is the best!!!
By jackp
May 18, 2009 11:27 AM | Link to this
Where can you get top notch frozen yogurt?
By brett
May 18, 2009 11:27 AM | Link to this
Cold Stone is the best icre cream hands down.
By James G
May 18, 2009 11:28 AM | Link to this
Jake’s in Decatur is by far the best ice cream in Atlanta. You can’t beat their Red Velvet Cake ice cream.
By icecreamlover
May 18, 2009 11:30 AM | Link to this
Brewsters… their Key Lime Pie ice cream rocks!!!
By Andrea
May 18, 2009 11:32 AM | Link to this
I must agree with some of the others and vote for Bruster’s. I love it.
And if you are ever in the Chicago area, Oberweis Dairy makes the best ice cream.
By Melody D
May 18, 2009 11:34 AM | Link to this
The Commerce Club..they use Greenwood ice cream. Yum!
By Travis
May 18, 2009 11:35 AM | Link to this
I’m gonna have to agree with the poster about Graeters…born and raised in Atlanta, but last month went to Ohio and haven’t stopped thinking abotu Graeters since my return…Bruster’s pales in comparison.
By Diana
May 18, 2009 11:35 AM | Link to this
NOBODY can beat Ted Drew’s in St Louis, Mo.!!
By HM Roberts
May 18, 2009 11:37 AM | Link to this
jake’s Tiramisu Su Sudio
By David
May 18, 2009 11:37 AM | Link to this
You have got to be kidding about Brewsters! There ice cream is no good and usually old and icy. The best I’ve have lately is Maggie Moos. Its a little pricey but very good.
By Gsquare
May 18, 2009 11:38 AM | Link to this
Sweet Treats at Marietta Square.
By Ed Smith
May 18, 2009 11:38 AM | Link to this
Sorry none here in Atl they don’t come close to the home made shops in Ohio.One that comes to mind is Millers in Vermillion. Everytime I visit its a must that we stop. Its hard to beat the old mom and pop stores. And what happen to the old custard ice cream ?
By nana2ryansam
May 18, 2009 11:42 AM | Link to this
Nobody beats Jake’s!!!!
By Ann Lee
May 18, 2009 11:43 AM | Link to this
Scoops in Madison Georgia … great ice cream. Or Town 220 for plain vanilla with fresh berries.
By Ice Cream Lover
May 18, 2009 11:46 AM | Link to this
Spell Check: It’s Bruster’s NOT Brewsters.
By Phil
May 18, 2009 11:47 AM | Link to this
Dairy Queen
By IceCreamNow
May 18, 2009 11:48 AM | Link to this
Best ice cream? Bruesters—-very good. But my favorite is homemade peach I make, using fresh peaches—so good I’m getting hungry thinking about it. I’m making a big batch this weekend.
By IC lover
May 18, 2009 11:48 AM | Link to this
The best is not only in the shops - the best that I ever had was the WalMart ChocMooseTracks from a few years ago. Why they discontinued it, I will never know!
By Crazy for Ice Cream
May 18, 2009 11:49 AM | Link to this
Definitely Double Chocolate Chunk at Bruster’s!!!
By allan w.
May 18, 2009 11:52 AM | Link to this
so far, the best tasting ice cream i have found is in the carolinas—WHOLLY COW ICE CREAM…….they use a higher amount of butterfat, which although not healthy, makes a huge difference in the taste……
By dani
May 18, 2009 11:56 AM | Link to this
Are you kidding me, Marble Slab!
By Stephanie
May 18, 2009 11:58 AM | Link to this
Jakes in Decatur. My favorite is the cinnamon apple pie ice cream. They take a fresh baked apple pie and then mix it into homemade cinnamon ice cream. YUM!!!
By atlicecreamguru
May 18, 2009 12:00 PM | Link to this
Sheridan’s Frozen Custard in Tucker is the best overall. Jake’s comes in second.
By MA
May 18, 2009 12:00 PM | Link to this
I don’t normally eat ice cream but I would have to say: Chick-fil-A’s Ice Dream or their cookies and cream milkshake.
By anna banana
May 18, 2009 12:00 PM | Link to this
JAKE’S ICE CREAM Try either in Decatur or Irwin Street Market…Brown Sugah Vanilla and Banana Split are the best!
By SKL
May 18, 2009 12:06 PM | Link to this
Morelli’s behind Little Azio on Moreland. If you haven’t tried it, you should.
By George P Burdell
May 18, 2009 12:09 PM | Link to this
All you folks who love Ohio ice cream…please go home, take all your friends and stay there. Florida has been ruined and Georgia is well on the way.
By Kris
May 18, 2009 12:15 PM | Link to this
For plain old vanilla I love Chick-fil-a, but for a little punch, it would have to be Brusters. But really other than Cold Stone and Banskin Robbins, who sells ice cream?
By imiss,swensens
May 18, 2009 12:17 PM | Link to this
I think people are mentioning Bruster’s because they don’t make it past the first four words of your question. Yeah, you can find it. But it’s nothing special.
By nita
May 18, 2009 12:19 PM | Link to this
Coldstones beats the pants off Bruster’s. Blue Bell Cherry Amaretto Cordial, is the best chain flavor
By deedee
May 18, 2009 12:25 PM | Link to this
HANKS in Houston Texas has the best ice cream ever.
By Andrea
May 18, 2009 12:26 PM | Link to this
Frosty Frog Creamery in Woodstock!!
By Jud
May 18, 2009 12:30 PM | Link to this
Scream Puffs on Trickum Rd in Woodstock, Georgia has great Italian-style gelato. Highly recommend it!
By CDawg42
May 18, 2009 12:33 PM | Link to this
Is the Creamery at UGA still in operation? In the late ’80s / early 90’s that was definitely one of the best ice cream spots!
By southern sister
May 18, 2009 12:35 PM | Link to this
I agree with Morelli’s Gourmet on Moreland—that’s the best. Jake’s can also be very good.
By Beth
May 18, 2009 12:35 PM | Link to this
SpringRidge Creamery on GA Hwy 441 in between Dillard GA and Franklin NC. The cows are milked onsite and the ice cream is made there. It is AWESOME!!!!
By Creamy
May 18, 2009 12:36 PM | Link to this
Closest and bestest Is:
Morellis on Moreland in Ormewood Park.
By debbie
May 18, 2009 12:39 PM | Link to this
Bruster’s by far. Their Almond Chocolate Coconut and Jamaican Me Crazy are to die for.
By sromo
May 18, 2009 12:41 PM | Link to this
Hands Down: Morelli’s Gourmet Ice Cream & Desserts in East Atl
749 Moreland Ave. SE Ste. B-102 Atlanta, GA 30316
By naya
May 18, 2009 12:41 PM | Link to this
Jake’s Ice Cream by far- Their Ga. Peach and Chocolate Slap you Mama is awesome
By TrippDawg
May 18, 2009 12:43 PM | Link to this
For just plain ol’ vanilla, I’ll have to agree with Chick-Fil-A. Cold Stone isn’t bad if you want to get creative. And it’s nice to know they do something well in Ohio, ‘cause they sure can’t play college football against the SEC without going ice (cream) cold before the game’s over.
By wsj
May 18, 2009 12:48 PM | Link to this
Best ice cream I’ve ever had was at the Creamery at Penn State.
Best in Atlanta, Bruster’s.
By Danny
May 18, 2009 12:48 PM | Link to this
Brusters !! their mint chocolate chip is like butter ..
By Tom Davis
May 18, 2009 12:48 PM | Link to this
Pano & Paul’s. The Chef hand crafts it starting with milking a cow to get the fresh milk. In fact I am going to write a blog about it.
By Adee
May 18, 2009 12:48 PM | Link to this
Zesto’s. The best Ice Cream in the world!
By Jane morgan
May 18, 2009 12:52 PM | Link to this
MaggieMoo’s hands down in Dunwoody. The Red Velvet Cake and Better Batter is to die for! Definitely at the top of upscale ice cream
By BlakkPurl
May 18, 2009 12:52 PM | Link to this
Have not been to Hank’s in Housotn, but the Hank’s here, near Grant Park is the best. Love the personal touch they add and the service is phenomenal. Butter Pecan is to die for. My family lives in Houton and they are true Hank’s fans. They were the ones to let me know about the Atlanta location.
By Dan
May 18, 2009 12:53 PM | Link to this
Gelato @ Alon’s or the shakes @ flip
By Upper Arlington
May 18, 2009 12:53 PM | Link to this
Sorry fellow Buckeyes - Graeter’s is not that “great”. Nothing good ever happens when you become a chain! Being new to the area I will have to try Morelli’s and Sheridan’s. Frozen custard is THE best and can easily become an addiction! Again, recommendations would be greatly appreciated :)
By Layla
May 18, 2009 12:53 PM | Link to this
Sorry, but nothing will ever beat the Creamery at Penn State Univ in State College, PA
By shekky
May 18, 2009 12:58 PM | Link to this
Cold Stone Creamery hands down.
By Icabod Crane
May 18, 2009 12:59 PM | Link to this
Bruster’s in Tucker - Chocolate Peanut Butter Buckeye is awesome!!!
By Tom Davis
May 18, 2009 12:59 PM | Link to this
OK Cafe. Has a flavor called “Yankees go Home” which I think fits here as we are discussing ATLANTA ice cream, not some crap from up North.
By CAZ
May 18, 2009 1:01 PM | Link to this
Sheridan’s Frozen Custard: Lawrenceville Hwy.
By Courtney
May 18, 2009 1:03 PM | Link to this
Sheridan’s in Tucker!!
By CAZ
May 18, 2009 1:03 PM | Link to this
Sheridan’s Frozen Custard
By arlene
May 18, 2009 1:06 PM | Link to this
I was raised near Philadelphia where Breyer’s had its original factory, so I have always loved Breyers. I still love it, but I also am a huge fan of Blue Bell. I think many of the other ice creams are overpriced, but Breyers and Blue Bell are very reasonably priced, especially when they are on sale.
By Lovin' Summer
May 18, 2009 1:07 PM | Link to this
I have to go with Frosty Frog Creamery!! They are the BEST!! If you live in atlanta, you really need to make the drive to the country and get you some Frosty Frog!!!
A second choice would definitely be Brusters! The Turtle is to die for!!
By mick
May 18, 2009 1:09 PM | Link to this
Gorins at Phipps Plaza, RIP
By kristin
May 18, 2009 1:10 PM | Link to this
Oh Tom Davis settle down - We have great icecream places up north.
However since this is LOCAL favorites I will go for Jakes - but fellow Jakes lovers beware of the one in Decatur on N. Decatur Road - 1st time icecream was WAY too soft 2nd + 3rd there were ice chunks. (there won’t be a 4th at that location)
I do also enjoy a cherry milkshake from Dairy Queen.
By irene
May 18, 2009 1:43 PM | Link to this
maggie moo’s :)
By nik
May 18, 2009 2:34 PM | Link to this
jakes
By Wilson
May 18, 2009 2:43 PM | Link to this
Jake’s. End of story. Bruster’s and other chain stores, while pretty good, don’t hold a candle to the real, fresh, locally made stuff.
By Philip
May 18, 2009 2:48 PM | Link to this
Sheridan’s Frozen Custard is incredible…try it, you’ll like it!
By Augie's Mom
May 18, 2009 3:17 PM | Link to this
Rita’s frozen custard (various locations in the metro area). I’m addicted.
By Pamela
May 18, 2009 3:23 PM | Link to this
Bruster’s Butter Pecan
By Vickie
May 18, 2009 3:24 PM | Link to this
Maggie Moos is the best!!!
By TLW
May 18, 2009 3:26 PM | Link to this
After I found Rita’s, I stopped eating Brewster’s. I love Rita’s chocolate custard soft serve, and I too am addicted!
ritasice
By Aubrey
May 18, 2009 3:33 PM | Link to this
Screampuffs in woodstock has amazing gelato. Best in the city…hands down.
By J
May 18, 2009 3:33 PM | Link to this
Best ice cream is definitely Brusters. Consistent quality. Jakes can be hit or miss…one too many icy scoops. Jakes was a novelty in Atlanta back in the day, but hasn’t really been relevant for years.
By SquareGuy
May 18, 2009 3:33 PM | Link to this
SweeTreats Marietta Square! You get mixins’ just like Cold Stone, but they make it soft serve. It’s the best!
By Kyle
May 18, 2009 3:37 PM | Link to this
Scream puffs gelato in Woodstock is one of the best kept secrets in the metro area.
By Charlotta Norby
May 18, 2009 3:48 PM | Link to this
Absolutely Ben and Jerry’s on Highland. Always has been the best, always will be the best.
By Soho
May 18, 2009 3:48 PM | Link to this
My favorite is the gelato at Paolo’s in Virginia Highland.
I also like Jake’s (several locations intown) and Morelli’s in Ormewood, although the service there was poor and slow when I was there.
By John
May 18, 2009 3:49 PM | Link to this
Paulo’s Gelatto on Virginia Ave in Va.Highlands is the best beyond all doubt.
By Simpson
May 18, 2009 3:53 PM | Link to this
I know it is not ice cream but Sheridan’s frozen custard in Tucker is umm umm good.
By georgiateacher
May 18, 2009 4:03 PM | Link to this
I love Thomas Orchard’s homemade peach ice cream in Watkinsville, GA. They sell it using the peaches they grow there at their orchard—always fresh!
By Go Jackets
May 18, 2009 4:10 PM | Link to this
It’s got to be Sheridan’s Frozen Custard in Tucker, if you haven’t been get on out there!
By Sara Key
May 18, 2009 4:12 PM | Link to this
Il Baccio on Sidney Marcus
By Bits
May 18, 2009 4:16 PM | Link to this
Gotta go with Cold Stone!!!
Chocolate Devotion is where its all at!
By Schroeder
May 18, 2009 4:18 PM | Link to this
Glad to see ONE person knows good ice cream. Greenwood ice cream made the Varsity. The Varsity doesn’t have it anymore, but many restaurants still serve it. Plus you can walk into the store at the front of the plant on Peachtree and buy a 2 1/2 gal container of the premium stuff. Best in Atlanta!
By Laura
May 18, 2009 4:23 PM | Link to this
Definitely Yogurberry!! I go there several times each weeek. Not only is it delicious, but it’s very healthy. It’s a new type of frozen yogurt. Located at Peachtree Rd & Piedmont Rd next to Flying Biscuit.
By Laura
May 18, 2009 4:24 PM | Link to this
Definitely Yogurberry!! I go there several times each weeek. Not only is it delicious, but it’s very healthy. It’s a new type of frozen yogurt. Located at Peachtree Rd & Piedmont Rd next to Flying Biscuit.
By bb
May 18, 2009 4:28 PM | Link to this
@George P Burdell. Touchy much? Geez people calm down with your southern pride. I know it’s Atlanta ice cream but it’s nice to hear people’s recommendatiosn from all over.
By Lori
May 18, 2009 4:35 PM | Link to this
Nothing beats Bruster’s White Turtle in a fresh waffle cone. Yum!
By Jim
May 18, 2009 4:37 PM | Link to this
Gotta go with Cold Stone!!
By Chris
May 18, 2009 4:38 PM | Link to this
Suno Desserts on Pleasant Hill.
By Chris
May 18, 2009 4:39 PM | Link to this
Screampuffs in Woodstock has fantastic gelato. It is well worth the trip. Best in town - hands down!
By diana
May 18, 2009 4:43 PM | Link to this
Il Bacio at 2571 piedmont road. My office orders lunch from there all the time, but the gelato is FANTASTIC!!! Best in atlanta. =)
By nika
May 18, 2009 4:46 PM | Link to this
JAKES ICE CREAM! BEST IN ATLANTA!
By Horsetoothedjackass
May 18, 2009 4:52 PM | Link to this
Paolo’s in Va-Hi. Bruster’s does have decent ice cream, but if you want something with a lot more flavor, Paolo’s is the place.
By Kat
May 18, 2009 4:56 PM | Link to this
Sweet Treats on the Marietta Square is the best and worth the trip! Mayfield Ice Cream as a base with your topping choice. They put it in a funnel-type steel container and drill-down the ice cream and toppings into a perfectly mixed creation. Yummy! And no, I don’t work there. I’d be huge…sigh…
By lavonia brown
May 18, 2009 5:08 PM | Link to this
Bluebell buttered pecan is deffently the best ice cream hands down.
By Sue Bee
May 18, 2009 5:16 PM | Link to this
Other side of Marietta Square at Sarah Jean’s!!! Lemon custard, Pralines N Crm, Choc Almond, Chocolate!
By VAR
May 18, 2009 6:05 PM | Link to this
Hanks in Houston, TX hands down!
By LavenderGA1
May 18, 2009 6:16 PM | Link to this
Bruster’s Ice Cream. They are all over the city. Pralines is my favorite.
By Bibay
May 18, 2009 6:16 PM | Link to this
Folks, Reading is fundamental. The AJC wants your nominations for The Best Ice Cream “in and around Atlanta”. We know transplants have favorites in their home towns. Just be ready to post that info when the AJC asks for it. Back on the topic- Cold Stone Creamery, Brusters, Jakes all have something good to offer. Will have to give Morelli’s, Marble Slab and Maggie Moos a try.
By LavenderGA1
May 18, 2009 6:21 PM | Link to this
Bruster’s. Pralines is my favorite.
By eric
May 18, 2009 6:24 PM | Link to this
SHERIDAN’S FROZEN CUSTARD IN TUCKER!!! GET THE SMORES CONCRETE!!!
By Jake
May 18, 2009 6:49 PM | Link to this
For simplicity nothing is better than Zesto’s. Outside of that it is either Jake’s ice cream any location or scream puffs. And seriously you people are picking dairy queen and bruster’s as the best? Fine if you like it but the best? personally bruster’s is about the worst ice cream i have ever had. i even tried it three different times thinking maybe i got a bad batch.
By The Tummy of Experience
May 18, 2009 6:59 PM | Link to this
I have made the 2+ hour drive down I-75 on multiple occasions simply because I got a hankerin’ for the best ice cream I’ve ever had in this area (and I hope you consider it in this area): the homemade peach ice cream at Lane’s Peach Orchards in Fort Valley, Ga. Wonderful, fresh peaches; lots of butter fat, and always perfect taste. Oh my, I think I better go gas up the car. Here comes the hankerin’ again.
My Top Five: (1) Peach Ice Cream at Lane’s Peach Orchards in Ft. Valley; (2) Paulo’s Gelato in Va Highland (the pear or green apple gelato or the “flower” flavors, like violet or rose); (3) an F.O. at the Varsity, curbside (does this count as ice cream? I think so.); (4) the Chocolate Gelato at Shaun’s in Inman Park; and, (5) the Lychee Ice Cream at the ice cream vendor inside Super H-Mart on Pleasant Hill Rd. in Duluth.
Yum. Thank you, Summer, thank you…
By d
May 18, 2009 7:10 PM | Link to this
Ben & Jerry’s Chocolate Therapy!! or Fudge Brownie!
By SH
May 18, 2009 7:37 PM | Link to this
Sheridan’s is worth the trip down Jimmy Carter to get to US 29. With some strawberries on it…that’s some good frozen custard. If we are talking strictly ice cream, I can go with Bruster’s too. CC Cookie Dough all day!!!
By frosty
May 18, 2009 8:21 PM | Link to this
wow, i must be old, all this ‘designer’ ice cream, gimme a DQ on a hot summer day anytime
By Jake's is #1
May 18, 2009 8:33 PM | Link to this
Jake’s!! Slap you Mama makes my mouth water just thinking about it!
By brob
May 18, 2009 8:36 PM | Link to this
Haggan Daz is the best. It’s all natural and is the best ever!
By rbp
May 18, 2009 8:53 PM | Link to this
Best ice cream I had in Atlanta was Gorin’s Cinnamon Chocolate Chip.
By cj
May 18, 2009 8:56 PM | Link to this
Chick-fil-a
By Montgomery Thaxton Collier III
May 18, 2009 8:57 PM | Link to this
**You nimcompoops, it’s a tie for best frozen dairy delight:
Piedmont Driving Club’s Peppermint Ice Cream with hot fudge sauce
OR
Capital City Club’s dark chocolate with small pieces of candied orange rind within.
These are the only reason three generations of men from my family joined both clubs and maintained both bellies and posteriors the size of our egos.
hizzah**
By Too Old to Care
May 18, 2009 9:00 PM | Link to this
Used to be the Peach house-blend at Hunt’s, on Atlanta St. in Marietta.
By Cream Me
May 18, 2009 9:05 PM | Link to this
Baskin Robbins “Chocolate Fudge”. It has so much cocoa in it it’s almost black. Pure chocolate decadence.
By Allison
May 18, 2009 9:35 PM | Link to this
Hodgson’s Pharmacy in Athens. It’s a little ways from Atlanta, but it’s a great little mom & pop old-time pharmacy with an ice cream counter in the back. It’s homemade and only 50 cents a scoop…great tasting and a better value than any other ice cream joint around
By Tucker
May 18, 2009 9:55 PM | Link to this
By Brian
May 18, 2009 9:56 PM | Link to this
This isn’t the best of Chicago, Cincinnati, or St Louis. This is the best of Atlanta. To all of you who are mentioning ice cream from other cities just remember Delta’s ready when you are.
By Danny
May 18, 2009 10:00 PM | Link to this
Go to Harveys SuperMarket. Buy a big container of Cookies N Cream. You can’t beat this one, the taste is Great.
By Willie
May 18, 2009 10:02 PM | Link to this
Morelli’s in East Atlanta is by far the best. Everything is homemade and the owner even takes new flavor suggestions. My fave: The coconut jalapeno!
By Penny
May 18, 2009 10:14 PM | Link to this
Brusters - Chocolate Lover’s Trash
By Alex
May 18, 2009 10:21 PM | Link to this
I lived in Atlanta for 12 years before being transferred to Pittsburgh - and found Bruster’s, which originates here in the ‘Burgh. So, I have to say the best ice cream in the ATL is Bruster’s - Key Lime Pie rocks!!! I have to agree with the several other posts though - Graeter’s in Cincinnati is a really good close second, even if it isn’t in Atlanta. Now if they only ask about the best sandwich - Primanti Brothers in Pittsburgh rocks too!
By Scoops
May 18, 2009 10:27 PM | Link to this
Has no one been to Carvel? Best and smoothest soft serve you will ever have. THe Carvelanche puts the blizzard and any other similar treat to shame!
By Alex
May 18, 2009 10:28 PM | Link to this
Gee Brian, you sure are sour grapes. Bruster’s originated in another city and found its way to Atlanta, so the others might as well. And that Delta tag line is about 20 years old, so get with the program if you’re going to be a snot…it’s just comments about ice cream for God’s sake.
By Beaches
May 18, 2009 10:55 PM | Link to this
My two best friends, Ben & Jerry, have the greatest ice cream.
By marianne
May 18, 2009 11:14 PM | Link to this
The very best ice cream in the United States is Publix brand chocolate ice cream.
By Chris
May 18, 2009 11:28 PM | Link to this
I have to agree. Jakes was hands down the best and it is all homeade. But the place is a wreck. The flavors and taste are GREAT but they are too inconsistant!I have to go with Hanks hands down! They don’t have alot of flavors but their pineapple upside down cake is GREAT. They are so good that Jake’s actually purchased flavors to fill their case in past! So if the business owners insist on Hanks you should try. I also think we really should focus on our local guys not the chains.. Lets keep it here in ATL
By Pearl
May 19, 2009 12:38 AM | Link to this
Paolo’s Gelato is the best I’ve had. Rose Flavoured gelato is our favorite.
By susan
May 19, 2009 1:40 AM | Link to this
Grater’s in Cincinnati but Maggie Moo’s is good too!!!
By susan
May 19, 2009 1:41 AM | Link to this
Grater’s in Cincinnati but Maggie Moo’s is good too!!!
By Steve
May 19, 2009 2:06 AM | Link to this
I prefer Baskin Robbins, as they have the absolute best Mint Chocolate Chip. Coldstone is better for most other flavors.
Bruesters is average at best. I could get the same taste by buying Publix ice cream and leaving it open in my freezer for six months until the freezer burn sets in. It would taste about the same. Then again, it could just be lazy workers or managers not taking care of their product, but I have tried both the Bruesters in Alpharetta by my office, and the one by Lassiter High School as it is near my house. Neither one deserved much praise, though the one by work does make a nice Cinnamon Chocolate Milkshake.
For other treats, none of the recent competitors can beat the good ole DQ Blizzard, even though every fast food place has their own version now. And for soft serve, I still go with DQ, though Chick-Fil-A and McD’s are definitely in the same league.
By ana
May 19, 2009 5:28 AM | Link to this
Morelli’s
By jm
May 19, 2009 5:30 AM | Link to this
Bruster’s Peach Ice Cream now…Pumpkin in the fall…YUMMY!!!
By Gary
May 19, 2009 6:07 AM | Link to this
Some people think because Brusters is a chain that it couldn’t possibly be good. Lose your snobbery folks, and try their Blueberry cheesecake, it’s as good as I’ve ever had.
By ltdbrave
May 19, 2009 6:18 AM | Link to this
The only great tasting ice cream is Graeters in Cincinnati, Ohio. The cream sticks to the roof of your mouth. There nothing here that can even begin to compare. You can order and have it shipped.
By Dana
May 19, 2009 6:56 AM | Link to this
It’s BRUSTER’S not Brewsters! And I agree, Bruster’s.
Cold Stone and Marble Slab melt their icecream before they even serve it to ya!
By riverrun
May 19, 2009 7:00 AM | Link to this
Morelli’s on Ormewood at Moreland. They made Bon Appetit magazine list of the best 10 ice cream stores in the entire country.
By Andy
May 19, 2009 7:00 AM | Link to this
Maggie Moo’s has the BEST dark chocolate anywhere. Mix in some coconut shavings and … YUM!
By GRITSiAM
May 19, 2009 11:18 AM | Link to this
Hello people, the question is the best ice cream in or around ATLANTA……
By delois
May 19, 2009 2:03 PM | Link to this
Sheridan’s is frozen custard but it is by far the best frozen treat anywhere in or around Atlanta. Rita’s doesn’t even come close to Sheridan’s.
By koko
May 19, 2009 2:06 PM | Link to this
Jake’s Tiramisu Su Sudio
By Murray
May 19, 2009 2:11 PM | Link to this
Morelli’s, no contest. They were just named one of the top 10 ice cream shops in the country. You can go to Ann’s Snack Shop for the best burger in the country, then drive a mile south for some of the best ice cream.
(Plus Bruster’s uses powdered milk.)
By Margaret
May 19, 2009 3:30 PM | Link to this
No question - Morelli’s
By Rob
May 19, 2009 4:00 PM | Link to this
I hate the chain places. Same stuff you can get in the grocery store. Jakes used to be the only local place around, but that place has issues too… consistency, cleanliness, service. I’ll have to try some of the other places on this list.
By Audrey
May 19, 2009 4:23 PM | Link to this
Morelli’s in East Atlanta is the best of the best. Even though it’s newer to the city the original, homemade flavors and perfect texture make this shop a true stand out!
By ForSure
May 19, 2009 7:34 PM | Link to this
With out a doubt…Paulo’s Gelatto in Va.Highlands is the best.
By kam
May 19, 2009 9:35 PM | Link to this
bruster’s please. doesn’t taste so great AND causes diarrhea.
By Rachel
May 19, 2009 10:07 PM | Link to this
Bruster’s!!!
By Ken
May 20, 2009 9:28 AM | Link to this
Bruster’s…and squirrelly..the question didn’t ask where the best ice cream in the world was..just Atlanta…read next time..
By Katie
May 20, 2009 9:40 AM | Link to this
Nothing even compares to Morelli’s!!!
By Shea
May 20, 2009 11:19 AM | Link to this
Coldstone Creamery. Always creamy and delicious
By Kim
May 20, 2009 11:55 AM | Link to this
Bruster’s Butter Pecan is the best ice cream I have ever had…salty & sweet!!!
By MSS
May 20, 2009 1:49 PM | Link to this
Jake’s in Decatur!
By Jeff brown
May 20, 2009 1:57 PM | Link to this
The Frosty Frog Creamary in Canton TOPS THEM ALL!!!!!!! they make everyting inhouse with 16% butterfat and have over 200++ flavors…cannot believe you guys are suggesting Breweters..why not just eat Breyers from Publix?
By Melony Brown
May 20, 2009 2:35 PM | Link to this
The Frosty Frog Creamery in Canton has THE BEST ice cream. All of it is made on site with the best quality ingredients. They have more than 30 flavors to choose from every day. My favorite is coffee with espresso pillows!
Check them out!
By reservoirDAWG
May 20, 2009 3:26 PM | Link to this
My go to ice cream is mint chocalte chip from Baskin Robins because I grew up eating it with my Dad.
By redwood
May 20, 2009 4:01 PM | Link to this
If you put something other than Morelli’s, it’s because you haven’t tried it yet.
By s
May 20, 2009 4:31 PM | Link to this
Jake’s is the best.
By barb
May 20, 2009 4:34 PM | Link to this
Morelli’s is the best. The coconut jalepeno is to die for!!
By shayla
May 20, 2009 6:24 PM | Link to this
Hanks Ice Cream is so it’s worth the drive !!!
By Janine
May 20, 2009 6:53 PM | Link to this
Definitely Frosty Frog in Canton/Hickory Flat. If you like Bruster’s, you’ll LOVE Frosty Frog. Absolutely the creamiest, with the most unique flavors ever. I love their lemon — either sherbet or cream — as a topper to “green tea.”
By Cindy McIlrath
May 20, 2009 7:01 PM | Link to this
Frosty Frog Creamery & Cafe 6205 Hickory Flat Hwy. Suite 112 Canton, GA 30115
Not only the BEST ice cream, but the BEST paninis too!!
By Nance
May 20, 2009 7:34 PM | Link to this
Frosty Frog in Hickory Flat is hands down the best ice cream ever.
By Angela
May 20, 2009 7:50 PM | Link to this
The VERY BEST Ice Cream in GA is Frosty Frog. Lots of original flavors and ALL homemade……….. YUMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM
By Gail
May 20, 2009 8:30 PM | Link to this
The best ice cream can be found at the Frosty Frog in Hickory Flat. We esecially love the chocolate chip mint and the birthday cake ice cream.
By Lori
May 20, 2009 8:46 PM | Link to this
Frosty Frog in Canton, Ga is the best! Great place to take the family!
By Linda
May 20, 2009 8:57 PM | Link to this
It’s the Frosty Frog Creamery in Canton - for ice cream, novelties, cakes, chicken salad, and their famous cheese spread! They also - by the way - have the cleanest bathrooms in the Atlanta metro area.
By Jim & Donna
May 20, 2009 9:00 PM | Link to this
Once you have tried any of the ice cream concoctions at the Frosty Frog you’ll know the very best ice cream in Georgia is located in Hickory Flat. Made fresh daily on the premises and so many flavors to choose.
By Deborah Smith
May 20, 2009 9:07 PM | Link to this
Frosty Frog Creamery in Cherokee County (Hickory Flat/Canton) has the best ice cream! Many yummy homemade flavors - my favorite is Mint Chocolate Chip :)
By CT
May 20, 2009 9:43 PM | Link to this
Frosty Frog Creamery in Canton, GA is the best ice cream you will ever have! There are so many amazing flavors to choose from, but Brown Sugar and Dulce de Leche are probably the best!
By Megan
May 20, 2009 10:53 PM | Link to this
Hands down, Frosty Frog Icecream Hickory Flat (Canton, Ga). Their Dolce Deleche Bonanza is the best! And the orange dream sorbet is amazing as well!
By Aubrey
May 20, 2009 11:17 PM | Link to this
I really wish folks in Atlanta would go somewhere other than a chain. Best of the big A should focus on local establishments… not Shane’s or Brusters or Applebees.
By Terry
May 20, 2009 11:40 PM | Link to this
My family and I LOVE Frosty Frog Creamery & Cafe in Canton. It’s at Hwy. 140 and East Cherokee Drive in the Hickory Flat community. It’s well worth a drive to the boonies to enjoy their homemade, fresh goodness and unique flavor choices. It’s not just another cookie-cutter chain. They have great coffees, quiches, and sandwiches, too, but that’s another story entirely.
By faye
May 20, 2009 11:40 PM | Link to this
Brusters
There is no better tasting ice cream than Brusters chocolate turtle ice cream.
The taste is unforgetable.
By Paul
May 21, 2009 7:08 AM | Link to this
Frosty Frog Frosty Frog in Hickory Flat has the best range of flavors. The flavors are constantly changing give a wide choice. My favorites are ginger, grapenut and black raspberry.
By Lois Shipman
May 21, 2009 7:56 AM | Link to this
Hey yall the best icecream in Atlanta has to be at the frosty frog in Hickory Flat Canton, Ga. if you dont believe me go try it.
By Tammy
May 21, 2009 8:14 AM | Link to this
FROSTY FROG has the best ice cream north of Atlanta. Try the Amaretto Chocolate Chip or Paradise flavors! YUM-YUM!!!
By Angie
May 21, 2009 8:47 AM | Link to this
Frosty Frog in Hickory Flat Georgia has the best homemade icecream and selection of flavors!!! Oatmeal Cookie is my favorite!
By Linda Penfield
May 21, 2009 9:10 AM | Link to this
Frosty Frog is the best ice cream anywhere. It is a happy friendly place with a great variety of ice cream and toppings.
By Ronnie
May 21, 2009 9:23 AM | Link to this
Frosty Frog in Hickory Flat Georgia is my favorite ice cream place, lots of flavors, my favorite is paradise, our whole family goes there, and often.
By Edith
May 21, 2009 9:34 AM | Link to this
Frosty Frog Creamery in Canton, GA
By Kim
May 21, 2009 10:12 AM | Link to this
Frosty Frog Creamery in Canton, GA has the best Ice Cream!!! You will find a great variety of normal and unusual flavors that are all homemade. I like the Reese Pieces and my husband likes the Cotton Candy. They even have one that taste like Fruit Loops.
You can’t beat the friendly service they provide. Take the family and make it a day trip because their Chicken Salad Sandwiches are wonderful, too.
If you really love Ice Cream than this is the place to go.
By Marian Britt
May 21, 2009 11:06 AM | Link to this
The best ice cream in and around Atlanta, Ga. is Frosty Frog at Hickoy Flat just on East Cherokee and Highway 140. They have delicious ice cream all made at the store and many, many flavors. My favorite is Brown Sugar. Each flavor is unique and delicious. The ice cream taste like “good homemade ice cream” no artificial flavor. The friendly owners and help and atmosphere make the ice cream better. They also have delicious other food. The laid back atmosphere is great in todays’ hurry,hurry,society!!! The place is always clean. They also have a room if you want to have a party for your son/daughter’s birthday party. Again I highly recommend the creamy,tasty brown sugar ice cream, you don’t need a cone to enhance the flavor!!!
By reservoirDAWG
May 21, 2009 11:41 AM | Link to this
Who wants to bet all the consecutive posts about the frosty frog were written by the owners/managers?
By Andrew Smith
May 21, 2009 12:09 PM | Link to this
Frosty Frog in Canton, GA. Gourmet ice cream made on site. Personal Favorite one scoop Strawberry Mango ice cream topped by one scoop of Key Lime Pie ice cream. The absolute best ice cream anywhere. Great service from all the young girls and Frank and Glenda are fantastic. It is definately worth the drive.
By NOT frosty
May 21, 2009 12:10 PM | Link to this
OK Frosty Frog employees, you can quit plugging your store on this blog. You are so obvious now I don’t even want to go there. And why would anyone drive to Canton for ice cream? Please.
By Shirley Pilcher
May 21, 2009 12:34 PM | Link to this
I vote for the Frosty Frog Creamery, they have the best and most orginal flavors anywhere.
By Andrew Smith
May 21, 2009 12:42 PM | Link to this
To answer your question, Why would I drive to Canton for ice cream? The short answer is because I don’t have any at my house. And I haven’t found another place that serves freshly made high quality ice cream in unique flavors. And no we are not employees just loyal customers who consider the people at Frosty Frog our friends.
By Karen
May 21, 2009 1:20 PM | Link to this
The ice cream at The Frosty Frog in Canton (Hickory Flat area) is the absolute best you will find. Nothing else compares.
By Joy
May 21, 2009 3:15 PM | Link to this
You will not find more delicious ice cream ANYWHERE than at Frosty Frog Creamery and Cafe. Every flavor I have tried there is wonderful. No, I am not and never have been an employee. They’re just that good!!
By Icy Queen
May 21, 2009 3:31 PM | Link to this
Frosty Frog in Canton, GA has the best and most unique flavors around.
By Terry Morrison
May 21, 2009 3:47 PM | Link to this
**THE FROSTY FROG, IN HICKORY FLAT, AT THE CORNER OF 140 AND E. CHEROKEE, HAS THE ABSOLUTE BEST HOME MADE ICE CREAM EVER MADE.
By jlc
May 21, 2009 4:38 PM | Link to this
Frosty Frog Creamery in Hickory Flat - best homemade flavors! My son loves Blue Moon because it is BLUE.
By Chris Case
May 21, 2009 5:21 PM | Link to this
The Frosty Frog Creamery. Their frozen hot chocolate is delicious! It rivals the one from the famous Serendipity in NYC.
By Joyce
May 21, 2009 6:44 PM | Link to this
Frosty Frog Creamery in Hickory Flat has the best homemade ice cream. Buttered Almond is my favorite!
By Gail M. Lane
May 21, 2009 9:23 PM | Link to this
I am not an employee, nor owner, only a loyal customer that lives in Hickory Flat who loves the Frosty Frog. Why would I drive any where else when I have this great shop in my back door?
By Boo
May 22, 2009 8:46 AM | Link to this
Sweet Treats Marietta Square - so good!
By Ellen
May 22, 2009 10:39 AM | Link to this
Frosty Frog has the BEST ice cream around.
By icey
May 22, 2009 11:01 AM | Link to this
Scream Puffs is awesome.
By Ellen
May 22, 2009 11:24 AM | Link to this
MORELLI’S!!! Handmade, original, creamy, wonderful…!!! Also not in Canton - that has to count for something!
By Stephanie
May 22, 2009 3:50 PM | Link to this
Philip- FYI even though it is a chain, brusters DOES make their ice cream locally… IN THE SHOP!!! thanks.
By Stephanie
May 22, 2009 3:50 PM | Link to this
Philip- FYI even though it is a chain, brusters DOES make their ice cream locally… IN THE SHOP!!! thanks.
By Sara
May 22, 2009 5:30 PM | Link to this
Paolos in Virginia-Highlands.
By Noah
May 23, 2009 12:07 PM | Link to this
Sheridan’s in Tucker… you can get something different each time you go, but you always will be satisfied! It’s hands down the best custard ever.
By John
May 23, 2009 2:36 PM | Link to this
The Frosty Frog in Hickory Flat (Canton) has the best ice cream around! I particularly enjoy their sugar free ice creams.
By courtney
May 23, 2009 6:26 PM | Link to this
Fresh made ice cream everyday, with exciting and unusual flavors. Rosemary and corn are two of my favorites!
By Chris
May 23, 2009 8:03 PM | Link to this
Greenwood ice cream on Buford Highway inside the perimeter. Homemade for 50+ years in the same location. Pints, quarts, and gallons to go only. The way ice cream is supposed to taste. Mainly served in fine restaurants.
By candi
May 23, 2009 10:29 PM | Link to this
Jake’s is the best. Their ice cream is fresh and they have the best flavors. The newest is Ginger Green Tea, it’s to die for!
By e+a+a
May 24, 2009 2:19 PM | Link to this
Haagen Daas is the best!! Paolo’s not bad too
By Skye Holton
May 24, 2009 7:03 PM | Link to this
Frosty Frog Creamery on Hickory Flat Highway,Canton has the best homemade ice cream. Their always making new flavors. My kids love cotton candy flavor and I like cinnamon.The parlor is decorated cute too.
By Alli
May 24, 2009 7:37 PM | Link to this
Brusters!!!
By Susan
May 24, 2009 9:43 PM | Link to this
The best ice cream WAS Haggen Das Pralines and Cream, which they no longer carry. Perhaps North Point Mall still has it but I now live in Cleveland THE BEST ICE CREAM EVER.
By Tracie
May 24, 2009 11:07 PM | Link to this
Love Frosty Frog Creamery in Canton (Hickory Flat), Hands down, best homemade icecream in so many mouth watering flavors! New flavors each week. Tasting is believing!!!
By RJR
May 25, 2009 9:24 AM | Link to this
JAKES!!!! Red Velvet and Key Lime Piescream are worth the trip. And for those who like something more “regular” the Brown Sugar Vanilla is the best!!
By Susan Kosturik
May 25, 2009 4:27 PM | Link to this
Bruster’s is the BEST ice cream, hands down.
By Jim T
May 26, 2009 11:40 AM | Link to this
Two words-Frosty Frog between Rt 140 & E. Cherokee Drive in Hickory Flat. One of my favorites is Thin Mint Girl Scout Cookie ice cream. They’ll even turn this into a birthday cake. Two words-Go There. You’ll rush to the computer afterwards to vote for the Frosty Frog and their fabulous ice cream concoctions.
By former scoop money
May 26, 2009 3:56 PM | Link to this
Even though Jake Rothschild is a horrible person (ask any of his shareholders, former employees, or people who opened a franchise and then closed it), I have to admit that his ice cream is the best in Atlanta.
(The very worst is Bruster’s. I’d rather eat fake ice cream from any fast food chain.)
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