Slowly, but surely, the temperature is rising and warmer temps always make me think of cool, summer treats. Soon, we will all be on the hunt for ice cream, popsicles and other frozen goodies to help us cool off. Well, look no further because we have the perfect list of all the local spots serving up the best frozen treats. Obviously…you are going to need to try them all to decide for yourself which one tops the list!
Best Ice Cream Spots and Frozen Treats in Nashville
Ice Cream
- Bobbies Dairy Dip
- “Best Burgers, Shakes & Soft Served Ice Cream in Nashville, since 1951!”
- 5301 Charlotte Ave, Nashville, TN 37209
- “Best Burgers, Shakes & Soft Served Ice Cream in Nashville, since 1951!”
- Mike’s Ice Cream
- “Handmade Ice Cream menu, gourmet espresso and coffee, and more! Has been featured in People Magazine, Rachel Ray and others!”
- 129 2nd Ave N. Nashville, TN 37201
- “Handmade Ice Cream menu, gourmet espresso and coffee, and more! Has been featured in People Magazine, Rachel Ray and others!”
- Nash Family Creamery
- “Ice Cream made in small batches with the highest quality ingredients in flavors the whole family will enjoy! We pride ourselves on making great classics like Premium Homemade Vanilla along with mouth watering flavors like Southern Pecan and Fairground Caramel Corn. There are 20 delicious flavors being served at a time at the creamery with take home ice cream available in pints and half gallon sizes!”
- 4019 HWY41A North, Chapel Hill, TN 37034
- “Ice Cream made in small batches with the highest quality ingredients in flavors the whole family will enjoy! We pride ourselves on making great classics like Premium Homemade Vanilla along with mouth watering flavors like Southern Pecan and Fairground Caramel Corn. There are 20 delicious flavors being served at a time at the creamery with take home ice cream available in pints and half gallon sizes!”
- Mimi’s Ice Cream & Coffee Shoppe
- “Ice Cream, Frozen Yogurt, Sundaes, and Shakes. At Mimi’s we are proud to be a family owned and operated business along with our treats. “
- 2400 Music Valley Drive, Suite A, Nashville, TN 37214
- Elliston Place Soda Shop
- “Elliston Place Soda Shop serves up classic meat-and-three plates and soda shop specials in the heart of Music City. We’ve been making room at our table for 82 years and counting. We’re happy to make room for you.”
- 2105 Elliston Place, Nashville, TN 37203
- “Elliston Place Soda Shop serves up classic meat-and-three plates and soda shop specials in the heart of Music City. We’ve been making room at our table for 82 years and counting. We’re happy to make room for you.”
- Hattie Janes Creamery
- “Hattie Jane’s Creamery is a small-batch creamery and scoop shop born and raised in Tennessee. We feature modern takes on Southern traditions like Nana Puddin’, Brown Butter Pecan, Goo Goo & Jack, and dairy-free Strawberry Jam.”
- 5055 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203
- 116 N. Church Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
- 16 Public Square, Columbia, TN 38401
- 2418 Lebanon Pike, Nashville, TN 37124
- 1317 McGavock Pike, Nashville, TN 37216
- “Hattie Jane’s Creamery is a small-batch creamery and scoop shop born and raised in Tennessee. We feature modern takes on Southern traditions like Nana Puddin’, Brown Butter Pecan, Goo Goo & Jack, and dairy-free Strawberry Jam.”
- Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams
- “Our ice creams have a uniquely smooth texture and buttercream body, with bright flavor and clean finish (we don’t use synthetic flavorings, dyes, or off-the-shelf mixes). Our flavors stand alone straight from the pint or melt perfectly into a fruit pie, birthday cake, crumble, crisp, or cookie—the perfect accessory for your dessert.”
- 211 Franklin Road, Suite 100, Brentwood, TN 37027
- 4021 Aspen Grove Dr, Franklin, TN 37067
- 2312 12th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37204
- 1819 21st Ave S, Nashville, TN 37212
- 5054 Broadway Place, Nashville, TN 27203
- 1892 Eastland Avenue, Nashville, TN 37206
- 900 Rosa L. Parks Blvd, Nashville, TN 37208
- 4900 Centennial Blvd. Suite 101, Nashville, TN 37209
- 230 Franklin Road, Suite 11-L, Franklin, TN 37064
- 620 Merritt Ave suite 103, Nashville, TN 37203
- “Our ice creams have a uniquely smooth texture and buttercream body, with bright flavor and clean finish (we don’t use synthetic flavorings, dyes, or off-the-shelf mixes). Our flavors stand alone straight from the pint or melt perfectly into a fruit pie, birthday cake, crumble, crisp, or cookie—the perfect accessory for your dessert.”
- Sweethaven
- “Our shop serves farm fresh frozen yogurt and super premium hand dipped ice cream with a themed sprinkle bar that will have you (literally) covered from special occasions to holidays and everything in between.” Don’t miss their custom cookies that can be ordered for any event, and this is your local spot for Dole Swirl (their version of the famous Disney Dole Whip)!
- 1015 Westhaven Boulevard, Suite 130, Franklin, TN 37064
- 214 E Main St, Franklin, TN 37064
- “Our shop serves farm fresh frozen yogurt and super premium hand dipped ice cream with a themed sprinkle bar that will have you (literally) covered from special occasions to holidays and everything in between.” Don’t miss their custom cookies that can be ordered for any event, and this is your local spot for Dole Swirl (their version of the famous Disney Dole Whip)!
- The Baked Bear
- Custom ice cream sandwiches- need we say more!? Per the website, “We have 2 cookie of the month flavors that are always changing and a seasonal rotating ice cream flavor. Other offerings include ice cream cups/cones/pints, cookies, sundaes and Bear Bowls (warm cookie/brownie bowls with ice cream)!”
- 1809 Division Street, Nashville, TN 37203
- Custom ice cream sandwiches- need we say more!? Per the website, “We have 2 cookie of the month flavors that are always changing and a seasonal rotating ice cream flavor. Other offerings include ice cream cups/cones/pints, cookies, sundaes and Bear Bowls (warm cookie/brownie bowls with ice cream)!”
- Kokos Ice Cream
- “They say it’s the happiest place in Nashville and that sure fills us with joy and gratitude. We hope you enjoy our artisan plant based ice creams as much as we enjoy bringing it to you!
- 3 City Ave STE 700, Nashville, TN 32209
- “They say it’s the happiest place in Nashville and that sure fills us with joy and gratitude. We hope you enjoy our artisan plant based ice creams as much as we enjoy bringing it to you!
- La Michoacana Mexican Ice Cream
- “More than 6 decades of tradition in Michoacan Mexico preparing the best paletas and ice creams, Mr. Salvador Alonso brings to the beautiful state of Tennessee its 100% natural products being thus the pioneer in producing artisan ice made with fruits and the best creams to achieve more than 80 flavors to delight even the most demanding palate.”
- 810 NW Broad St, Murfreesboro, TN
- “More than 6 decades of tradition in Michoacan Mexico preparing the best paletas and ice creams, Mr. Salvador Alonso brings to the beautiful state of Tennessee its 100% natural products being thus the pioneer in producing artisan ice made with fruits and the best creams to achieve more than 80 flavors to delight even the most demanding palate.”
- The Bee Ice Cream Shop
- Per the website “Whether you’re craving handcrafted ice cream, our signature mini donuts, or a cozy spot to indulge, The Bee Ice Cream Shop & Mini Donuts is the perfect destination. Every visit is an experience filled with warmth, tradition, and homemade goodness.”
- 2610 Nolensville Pk, Nashville, TN 37211
- Per the website “Whether you’re craving handcrafted ice cream, our signature mini donuts, or a cozy spot to indulge, The Bee Ice Cream Shop & Mini Donuts is the perfect destination. Every visit is an experience filled with warmth, tradition, and homemade goodness.”
- Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream
- “To this day, Handel’s upholds the traditions its founder, Alice Handel, started in 1945. From making each batch by hand, on premise, to using many of her original methods, Handel’s is still sharing their homemade ice cream and serving the communities they love so much one scoop at a time.”
- 990 Meridian Boulevard, Franklin
- 909 Exchange Lane, Nashville
- “To this day, Handel’s upholds the traditions its founder, Alice Handel, started in 1945. From making each batch by hand, on premise, to using many of her original methods, Handel’s is still sharing their homemade ice cream and serving the communities they love so much one scoop at a time.”
- Kilwins
- “Kilwins started making Original Recipe Ice Cream in 1985. Today, we offer dozens of premium, unique, and delicious flavors made especially for our stores. Our ice cream is considered super premium, which refers to its higher butterfat content and lower overrun that create an exceptionally creamy consistency and rich texture. Kilwins Original Recipe Ice Cream is a truly high-quality treat.”
- 405 Main Street, Franklin
- 299 Demonbruen Street, Nashville
- “Kilwins started making Original Recipe Ice Cream in 1985. Today, we offer dozens of premium, unique, and delicious flavors made especially for our stores. Our ice cream is considered super premium, which refers to its higher butterfat content and lower overrun that create an exceptionally creamy consistency and rich texture. Kilwins Original Recipe Ice Cream is a truly high-quality treat.”
- Tipsy Scoop
- “The first ever boozy ice cream Barlour in Nashville! Serving up to 5% ABV boozy sundaes, ice cream cocktails, liquor-infused cakes and & Nashville-exclusive flavors. Want to bring your kids? No problem! We offer a variety of classic alcohol-free flavors and handcrafted mocktail ice creams!”
- 512 Lea Ave, Nashville, TN 37203
615-674-8633
- 512 Lea Ave, Nashville, TN 37203
- “The first ever boozy ice cream Barlour in Nashville! Serving up to 5% ABV boozy sundaes, ice cream cocktails, liquor-infused cakes and & Nashville-exclusive flavors. Want to bring your kids? No problem! We offer a variety of classic alcohol-free flavors and handcrafted mocktail ice creams!”
- Fryce Cream
- Fries and ice cream come together in one unique treat! Fryce Cream marries savory and sweet in their namesake concoction. Assemble in four easy steps: 1. Choose your soft-serve. 2. Dust your fries. 3. Pick a dip. 4. Add toppings. Shakes and floats available too!
- 2905 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37204
- 2720 Old Lebanon Pike, Nashville, TN 37214
- Fries and ice cream come together in one unique treat! Fryce Cream marries savory and sweet in their namesake concoction. Assemble in four easy steps: 1. Choose your soft-serve. 2. Dust your fries. 3. Pick a dip. 4. Add toppings. Shakes and floats available too!
- Van Leeuwen
- “Good ice cream that makes you feel good.” Van Leeuwen offers plenty of good-good ice cream using choice, simple ingredients. None of that stuff you can’t pronounce. They offer traditional ice cream in tons of flavors as well as lots of vegan ice cream including scoops, bars and sandwiches
- 1200 Villa Place, Nashville, TN 37212
- 335 11th Ave S., Nashville, TN 37203
- 1316 Adams St. suite 111, Nashville, TN 37208
- “Good ice cream that makes you feel good.” Van Leeuwen offers plenty of good-good ice cream using choice, simple ingredients. None of that stuff you can’t pronounce. They offer traditional ice cream in tons of flavors as well as lots of vegan ice cream including scoops, bars and sandwiches
Custard
- Andy’s Frozen Custard
- “For more than 35 years, only the freshest ingredients have been used for a frozen custard experience you can’t get anywhere else.”
- 4941 Main Street, Spring Hill, TN 37174
- 2300 Needham Drive, Smyrna, TN 37167
- 4307 Franklin Road, Murfreesboro, TN 37128
- 2262 Memorial Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
- 1387 Nashville Pike, Gallatin, TN 37066
- 4040 N. Mount Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122
- “For more than 35 years, only the freshest ingredients have been used for a frozen custard experience you can’t get anywhere else.”
- Whit’s Frozen Custard
- “Our flavors are made fresh on site. In addition to our signature Flavor of the Week, we also churn our Vanilla and Chocolate throughout the day. Our many quality, fresh topping options lets you custom create your own unique flavor.”
- 4020 Hughes Crossing Suite 100 Franklin, TN 37064
- 4886 Port Royal Rd, suite 270, Spring Hill, TN 37174
- “Our flavors are made fresh on site. In addition to our signature Flavor of the Week, we also churn our Vanilla and Chocolate throughout the day. Our many quality, fresh topping options lets you custom create your own unique flavor.”
- Abbott’s Frozen Custard
- Slow churned every day just for you, Abbott’s Frozen Custard has an unbeatable smooth, creamy texture and amazing flavors thanks to their “secret family recipe.” Check out their signature flavors like chocolate or strawberry and their daily specials! “No matter what it’s “after” – the game, date night, the beach, a walk with friends – a trip to Abbott’s to enjoy a delicious selection of cones, dishes, sundaes, shakes and more – with or without sprinkles – will help ensure you and your family live happily ever after.”
- 7344 Nolensville Road Suite 201, Nolensville, Tennessee 37135
- Slow churned every day just for you, Abbott’s Frozen Custard has an unbeatable smooth, creamy texture and amazing flavors thanks to their “secret family recipe.” Check out their signature flavors like chocolate or strawberry and their daily specials! “No matter what it’s “after” – the game, date night, the beach, a walk with friends – a trip to Abbott’s to enjoy a delicious selection of cones, dishes, sundaes, shakes and more – with or without sprinkles – will help ensure you and your family live happily ever after.”
Milkshakes
- The Pharmacy
- “The Wurst Burger Joint … Nashville’s “Wurst-Burger” Joint is also its original biergarten, boasting an impressive selection of German wurst and bier, as well as an old-school soda fountain serving legendary phosphates, milkshakes and ice cream sodas.”
- 731 McFerrin Avenue, Nashville, TN 37206
- 5055 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 (Assembly Food Hall)
- “The Wurst Burger Joint … Nashville’s “Wurst-Burger” Joint is also its original biergarten, boasting an impressive selection of German wurst and bier, as well as an old-school soda fountain serving legendary phosphates, milkshakes and ice cream sodas.”
- The Grilled Cheeserie
- “They serve up gourmet grilled cheese melts and nostalgic treats featuring seasonally inspired, responsibly sourced products.”
- 975 Main St, Nashville TN 37206 (Inside Hunters Station)
- “They serve up gourmet grilled cheese melts and nostalgic treats featuring seasonally inspired, responsibly sourced products.”
- Legendairy Milkshake Bar
- Just one look at the shakes on their menu and you will understand why these are considered legends!
- 171 3rd Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37201
- Just one look at the shakes on their menu and you will understand why these are considered legends!
- Burger Republic
- Be sure to check out the traditional shakes as well as spiked shakes…after a burger of course.
- 6900 Lenox Village Dr., Ste 22, Nashville, TN 37211
- 420 11th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203
- 1982 Providence Parkway, Mt Juliet, TN 37122
- Be sure to check out the traditional shakes as well as spiked shakes…after a burger of course.
Popsicles
- King of Pops
- “Most of our pops have between three and five ingredients, but that hasn’t stopped us from making almost 500 flavors over the years. We keep it simple, with wholesome ingredients and lots of taste. We have a lot of fun making King of Pops. We hope you love em’.”
- Find in a store near you…
- Whole Foods – Green Hills, Nashville, Franklin
- Sweethaven – Franklin
- Turnip Truck – East Nashville, West Nashville
- Find in a store near you…
- “Most of our pops have between three and five ingredients, but that hasn’t stopped us from making almost 500 flavors over the years. We keep it simple, with wholesome ingredients and lots of taste. We have a lot of fun making King of Pops. We hope you love em’.”
- Padrinos Pops
- “Each paleta is handmade. We focus on enhancing the flavors of our paletas with only the freshest and juiciest fruit while using zero artificial colors or flavors!”
- Padrinos Pops is a mobile popsicle stand. Check their calendar to see when they will be near you!
- “Each paleta is handmade. We focus on enhancing the flavors of our paletas with only the freshest and juiciest fruit while using zero artificial colors or flavors!”
- Lolly Gourmet Pops
- “Whether you desire a smooth, cream-based pop or the bright, flavor fusions of our fruit based pops, you will find our freezers full of deliciousness. They are all here, waiting for you to grab one of our to-go freezer bags and fill your own freezer so you can enjoy a Lolly anytime, day or night.”
- 1111 Battlewood St., Franklin, TN 37069
- “Whether you desire a smooth, cream-based pop or the bright, flavor fusions of our fruit based pops, you will find our freezers full of deliciousness. They are all here, waiting for you to grab one of our to-go freezer bags and fill your own freezer so you can enjoy a Lolly anytime, day or night.”
Heads up the grilled cheeserie is no longer there. They left the food hall years ago.
Hey there – Good news! We recently confirmed that the Grilled Cheeserie is still serving up deliciousness at their East Nashville Hunter’s Station location (975 Main St, Nashville)!