3B Ice Cream
As one of our ‘Best Of’ winners, there’s no wondering what makes 3B Ice Cream so great. With four locations across Dauphin County, they’ve established themselves as the go-to place for a sweet cold treat.
4701 Derry St, Harrisburg, PA | 1430 Peters Mountain Rd, Dauphin, PA | 2199 Colonial Rd, Harrisburg, PA | 4701 Derry St, Harrisburg, PA | @3BIceCream
Beck's Ice Cream Shop and Truck
With recipes passed through generations since the 1940s, Beck’s Ice Cream is still a local favorite and currently produces 1,000 gallons of ice cream every week. Check out their Facebook page to know where their ice cream truck will be for the day.
3610 Lewisberry Road, York, PA | www.becksicecreamshop.com
Big Dipper Ice Cream
Complete with a 1950’s vibe, you can be sure Big Dipper Ice Cream will serve up more than nostalgia. Enjoy their classic milkshakes and cones while jiving to retro music.
2135 Baltimore Pike, Hanover, PA | bigdippersicecream.com
Eckels Ice Cream Fountain
Get your ice cream with a side of interesting history at Eckels Ice Cream Fountain. The building dates back to 1879, but was featured in the 1999 film, Girl Interrupted. Try their sundae that’s named after the famous film next time you're there!
36 E Main St, Mechanicsburg, PA | eckelsicecream.com | @eckelsicecreamfountain
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Fox Meadows Creamery
Fox Meadows Creamery has fast become a favorite and it’s easy to see why. The family has been farming for decades and now is using its own farm fresh milk to make all-natural ice cream. Favorite flavors include salted caramel pretzel, black raspberry, peanut butter cup, Wilbur chocolate and vanilla. What's better is that they're open all year round.
2475 W. Main St., Ephrata, PA | www.foxmeadowscreamery.com
Gelato di Babbo
Freshly made gelato is what you can expect when you walk into Gelato di Babbo. Owner, Kimberely Zanni, prides herself in herself in featuring a bunch of flavors with a lowfat recipe. So you can enjoy those gelato's all summer long!
16 E North Alley, Hummelstown, PA
Greco’s Italian Ices & Homemade Ice Cream
Hidden gems are just that, and this underground ice cream parlor tucked away across the street from the Wilbur Chocolate Factory and Lititz Springs Park is worth the discovery if you haven’t been. It’s a sweet family business and family gathering spot tradition. Two Style staff faves: honey cinnamon and red velvet.
9 E. Kleine Lane, Lititz, PA | @grecos
Hanna’s Ice Cream Shoppe
Get ready for a blast from the past with Hanna’s Ice Cream Shoppe. This cute retro ice cream spot will definitely have you wanting to come back for more. We recommend trying their hot fudge sundae!
321 Bridge St, New Cumberland, PA | hannasicecreamshoppe.com | @hannasicecreamshoppe
Happy Conez
Happy Conez certainly lives up to its name. With delicious ice cream topped with happy servers, Happy Conez, is definitely a place to check out this summer. Try their rolled strawberry shortcake ice cream--customers rave about it!
1 Lewisberry Rd, New Cumberland, PA | @happyconez
Isabella’s Ice Cream Parlor
Nestled in Lititz, Isabella’s Ice Cream Parlor will definitely put a smile on your face. Their stand-out flavors like Sea Salt Caramel Cookies and Cream and Graham Central Station will satisfy any sweet tooth.
110 E Main St, Lititz, PA | isabellasic.com | @Isabella’s Ice Cream Parlor
Jim Mack’s Ice Cream
Jim Mack’s has been making their ice cream in the same spot for more than 60 years. Their location hosts not only homemade ice cream, but also plenty of activities to make a day of it with a miniature golf course, basketball, and an arcade.
5745 Lincoln Highway, York Township, PA | www.jimmacksicecream.com
KC’s Italian Ice
Cool down with KC’s Italian Ice! They even have ‘Party Packs’ that you can take home for the whole family to enjoy. KC’s will definitely be your next go-to spot.
617 W Orange St, Lancaster, PA | kcsitalianice.com | @KCsItalianIce
King Kone Creamery
King Kone is the place to go if you and your friends are up for a challenge. Their Gorilla Split has an enormous 10 scoops, six toppings, two bananas, four cherries and heaps of whipped cream to top it off. If you finish it, you are entered to win a special giveaway at the end of the summer and get your picture on the wall of fame.
182 Hershey Road, Hummelstown, PA | www.kingkonecreamery.com
Kristy's Whistle Stop
Kristy’s offers classic banana splits and hurricanes. Create your own hurricane by picking any of their soft serve flavors and toppings, or pick from flavors like tasty cake, cheesecake or peanut butter cup.
600 S. Enola Road, Enola, PA | kristyswhistlestop.com
Leo’s Homemade Ice Cream
With around 100 flavor possibilities, Leo’s is a great place to find unique flavors like cornbread, orange pineapple and coffee espresso bean fudge. Have a great idea for a flavor? If so, Leo’s might make it happen.
816 W. High St., Carlisle, PA | leoshomemadeicecream.com
Little Dippers Ice Cream Shop
Little Dipper Ice Cream Shop is a quaint place for an evening ice cream run. They conveniently have a drive-thru and an outdoor eating area so you can enjoy your ice cream easily.
432 W Main St, Mount Joy, PA | @Little Dippers Ice Cream Shop
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Massey’s Frozen Custard
Grab yourself yummy custard at Massey’s Frozen Custard. They have a selection of gluten-free and lactose-free options so there is something for everyone.
600 W High St, Carlisle, PA | @masseysfrozencustard
Mr. G’s Ice Cream
Stop into Mr. G's Ice Cream and try one of their homemade selections including the year-round favorite, salted caramel, and visit again for a seasonal favorite made with peaches from Hollabaugh Bros. Farm.
404 Baltimore St., Gettysburg, PA | @mrgsicecream
Oregon Dairy
Heading to Oregon Dairy is a Lancaster County summer tradition. Kids and adults alike love this place for its wholesome family fun! Cows from the farm on location produce the milk that makes the Leiby’s ice cream served there, with 24 flavors to choose from, including caramel chocolate chip, coconut almond fudge and peach yogurt.
2900 Oregon Pike, Lititz, PA | oregondairy.com
Patches Family Ice Cream Shop
Enjoy a fresh waffle cone at Patches Family Ice Cream Shop! Made with natural ingredients, their ice cream is known for being fresh and rich. Enjoy your cone in their outdoor seating area for a relaxing summer treat.
201 Fonderwhite Rd, Lebanon, PA | patchesfamilycreamery.com | @patchesfamilycreamery
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Penny’s Ice Cream Truck
As a Lancaster staple, Penny’s Ice Cream, is well-known for their fresh creamy ice cream. Follow Penny’s on social media for updates on locations and times. One of the reasons Penny’s Ice Cream is so popular is that they serve beloved Carmen & David's Ice Cream, made locally with fresh, regional ingredients.
Phillip Arthur’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream
With an old-fashioned soda shop feel, this ice cream shop offers retro classics like egg creams and sundaes with buttons, Sugar Daddies and Swedish Fish, as well as assorted Hershey’s ice cream flavors.
108 W. Chocolate Ave., Hershey, PA | @philliparthurs|
PJ’s Scoops
If you’re looking for a place that will have plenty of kids activities then you should head to PJ’s Scoops. With pirate-themed outdoor seating, you and the whole family will be able to enjoy a delicious soft serve.
295 E Main St, Hummelstown, PA | @pjsscjoops
Pretzel Hut
The Pretzel Hut has weekly unique soft serve flavors from peanut butter to pistachio and a variety of soft pretzels, hence the name. Other must try treats include a waffle sandwich and funnel cake with your choice of ice cream on top.
2224 Furnace Hills Pike, Newmanstown, PA | pretzelhut.com
Rakestraw's
Rakestraw's in Mechanicsburg is home of the decorative cones. They have cones dipped in milk chocolate and rolled in peanuts and sprinkles, as well as pretzel cones. They also have all natural frozen desserts called Woofys for your canine companion.
313 S. Market St., Mechanicsburg, PA |rakestrawsicecream.com
Rainbow Snow and Ice Cream
There’s something for everyone at Rainbow Snow and Ice Cream! From hard ice cream to snow cones and everything in between--they have a variety of flavors for the whole family to find their favorites.
103 N Railroad St, Palmyra, PA | rainbow-snow.company.site | @rainbowsnowandicecream
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Rolled Cold Creamery
Ice cream could not get more fresh! This creamery pours heavy cream and lactose free milk onto a steel pan that is -19 degrees and hand rolls your ice cream right in front of you. As this process is happening, they had candies, fresh fruits and any other flavors to your mixture.
24 East Orange Street, Lancaster, PA | rolledcoldcreamery.com | @rolledcoldcreamery
Sarah’s Creamery
Topping lovers, Sarah's Creamery is your spot. Pick from an array of homemade and Penn State ice cream and then visit the DIY topping bar to make your one-of-a-kind sundae with options like classic syrups, Gertrude Hawk salty caramel chocolates, or chocolate covered pretzels, plus any candy you can think of.
121 S. Main St., Dover, PA | sarahscreamery.com | @sarahscreamery
Scoops Ice Cream & Grille
What’s better than eating a juicy classic American burger? The dessert afterwards! Scoops Ice Cream & Grille serves up scrumptious ice cream for all to enjoy. Try their special sundaes to get a true taste of summer.
312 Primrose Ln, Mountville, PA | scoopsgrille.com | @scoopsgrille
Splits and Giggles
Filled with charm, Splits and Giggles Cafe is a colorful spot for ice cream and other goods. Try their Very Berry Mango ice cream to feel like you’re on a tropical island.
500 W Lemon St, Lancaster, PA | splitsandgiggles.com | @splitsandgiggles
Sweet Dawgs Frozen Dessert
At Sweet Dawgs Frozen Dessert, you can pick your cup and pour as much as your cup can hold! Their “no-weigh” motto let’s you choose all your toppings without having to worry about the cost. Come with a hearty appetite!
400 E Main St, Hummelstown, PA | sweetdawgsfroyo.com | @sweetdawgs
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Sweet Willows Creamery
Sweet Willows Creamery offers a variety of daily fresh flavors including no sugar added, yogurts, sorbets and vegan. They pride themselves in using only the finest ingredients. Book their food truck for your wedding, corporate event or graduation party and be sure to visit their store front in York.
2812 E. Prospect Rd. York PA | sweetwillows.com | @sweetwillowscreamery
The Jigger Shop
The Jigger Shop is a Mount Gretna icon. If you go to Mount Gretna, you gotta go to The Jigger Shop. After a day of hiking, biking, swimming, having a leisurely look at the Arts-and-Crafts, Chataqua-style cottages there or perhaps seeing a show at the Mount Gretna Theater, ending the day with the most quintessential ice cream stop is just perfect.
202 Gettysburg Ave., Mount Gretna, PA | jiggershop.com | @thejiggershop
Twirly Top
Since 1952, Twirly Top, has been whipping up classic favorites like: floats, shakes, and soft-serve ice cream. It’s the perfect spot for a quick bite and dessert!
1 Pine Grove Rd, Gardners, PA | @twirlytop
Urban Churn
Urban Churn uses traditional Amish churns to make classic ice cream with an edge. Their first brick and mortar shop opened in 2019 featuring classic flavors and twists like Vanilla Bourbon and Honey Lemon & Lavender.
1004 N 3rd St, Harrisburg, PA | urbanchurn.com | @urbanchurn
Zala’s Rolled Ice Cream
Discover a new way to enjoy ice cream at Zala’s Rolled Ice Cream. Their delicious flavors have been a hit with Lebanon natives. We recommend also trying their Puerto Rican style ice creams known as limbers.
42 S 8th St, Lebanon, PA | @ZalasRolledIceCream
