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The Best Ice Cream in Philadelphia

Posted on June 26, 2023   |   Updated on September 30, 2025
Brittany Valentine

Brittany Valentine

Milk Jawn is an essential Philly ice cream spot. (Photo courtesy of Hey Philly reader Helen X.)

Milk Jawn is an essential Philly ice cream spot. (Photo courtesy of Hey Philly reader Helen X.)

Ice cream is my favorite treat when the weather is warm, and Philly has some amazing spots. I asked you to send me your favorites, and you did not disappoint! Here are some of the best places to get delicious treats, according to you, the Hey Philly reader.

There’s nothing like ice cream dipped in chocolate from 1-900-ICE-CREAM. (Photo courtesy of Hey Philly reader Helen X.)

There’s nothing like ice cream dipped in chocolate from 1-900-ICE-CREAM. (Photo courtesy of Hey Philly reader Helen X.)

  • 1-900-ICE-CREAM: 222 S. 20th Street
    “1-900-ICE-CREAM combines some of the most interesting flavor combinations like the fior di latte twist with dunkaroo cookie crunchies and a frosting shell (fans of Magic Shell will be delighted!). They also highlight some local favorites like the Federal Donuts and Càphê Roasters soft serve twist.” - Helen X.
  • Coco's Cookies and Creamery: 3632 Powelton Ave
    “I love the milkshakes, and the water ice is very popular! They have a good variety of ice cream flavors and serve baked goods like cookies and funnel cake if you want a warm sweet treat instead.” - Nylah B.
  • Milk Jawn: 1439 East Passyunk Avenue
    “I love Milk Jawn’s variety of creative flavors and the way they make their small batch ice cream without eggs!” - Sean S.
  • Frozen Roll Ice Cream: 511 South Street, 938 Arch Street
    “I love strawberry ice cream, and they make it in front of you and when they make it I tell them not to chop the strawberries up too much, and then they give you a topping and so many choices. It’s my favorite.” - Helene M.
What's your fav local ice cream spot?

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