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Best Ice Cream In Nashville

Edited By Carly Lefler 6/23/2026

When Nashville starts to heat up, the best way to cool down is to treat yo’self to a scoop (or two) of ice cream.

Can't decide which flavors to choose? 

What an awful problem to have.

Trust us, they're all winners! 





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1101 Chapel Ave #114

A newer ice cream spot serving classic soft-serve with playful twists. Choose from flavors like blueberry, strawberry, vanilla, and chocolate, then top it off with free sprinkles for the perfect finishing touch!



Saturated Ice Cream

100 Taylor Street, B7 - order here

Plant-based and derived from high-grade CBD, these treats are designed to nourish your body and educate your mind! Founder Lokelani Alabanza’s passion for ice cream and educating consumers about African American culinary history inspired her to write Ice Cream Queen: Flavors From Black America’s Past, Present & Future. This book features over 100 different recipes, along with a combination of the difficult history behind them and her own personal stories. Alabanza explores the historical roots of ice cream in Black America and its cultural significance.




HiFi Cookies

733 Porter Road

Ice cream sandwiched between HiFi's soft and chewy cookies? Yes, please. Their flavors are inspired by their love of music -- the Bowie (funfetti) is our go-to. Closed Sundays and Mondays. More info here.





Elliston Place Soda Shop

2111 Elliston Pl.

Elliston Place Soda Shop is preserved to its 1930’s era original style, retaining timeless elements like the vivid red tile, stainless steel soda fountain, and retro furniture…and of course Ms. Linda's famous pies! Get a shake or banana split when you stop by, or Order Pickup Here.





Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream

Multiple Locations to buy, Multiple Locations for scoops

Jeni's imaginative flavors have become a staple here in Nashville. Raspberry Rose Jelly Donut, Brandied Banana Brûlée, and their dairy free Cold Brew With Coconut Cream are among our faves, but the options are endless! Local and nationwide delivery available.





Sip Cafe

3939 Gallatin Pike

Homemade Mike’s Ice Cream is made daily at the back of the store. All recipes are original and use high-quality, freshly baked, and local ingredients. They also have frozen espresso drinks that are basically delicious milkshakes. Drive-Thru opens at 6 am Mon - Fri and at 7 am Sat - Sun!





Ben & Jerry's - Vanderbilt University

416a 21st Ave S.

Try some iconic flavors, such as Brownie Batter or Salted Caramel, or something different like the AmeriCone Dream; Ben & Jerry's has it all! Takeout orders can be placed here. Craving ice cream delivered to your doorstep? Services available via UberEats, Doordash, Grubhub, and Postmates!


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Bobbie's Dairy Dip

5301 Charlotte Ave

Some of the best specialty shakes and soft-serve ice cream out there -- Bobbie's has been around since 1951! Check out their menu here. Call 615-864-5576 for takeout orders!


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Mike's Ice Cream and Coffee Bar

129 2nd Ave North

Right in the heart of downtown, this one-stop shop includes many homemade flavors for you to enjoy AND a full espresso bar. Menu here





Rolled 4 Ever Ice Cream

Multiple Locations (Food truck)

Their Thai-inspired ice cream rolls are just fun to eat, verrrry photogenic -- with playful flavors like CoCo Fever and All Caked Up! Available for booking -- just drop them a line.






Bradley's Curbside Creamery

Find their next stop

Floats, shakes, and homemade ice cream made with real fruit, with flavors inspired by old-fashioned Southern favorites born on the back porch. Try their Peanut Butter Bullseye or their Raspberry Cheesecake!





The Baked Bear

1809 Division St.

Baked from scratch cookies (like snickerdoodle, funfetti, gooey butter cake, chocolate) and ice cream (like toasted s'mores, blackberry crumble, cookie dough) -- you can't go wrong! Endless mix and match options + don't forget the toppings. See for yourself then order from your fave delivery app!





Koko's Plant Based Ice Cream

3 City Ave, Suite 700

Lots and lots of gluten-free and vegan delights, including flavors like Cookies & Kreme, Caramel Latte, and Mint Chocolate Chip! See Their Full List Here!






Mimi's Ice Cream & Coffee Shoppe

2400 Music Valley Drive

This family owned 60s inspired ice cream and coffee shop has patio seating, locally sourced ice cream flavors, dry/wet dippings, and an assortment of cone/bowl options! Check out their menu here.





Legendairy Milkshake Bar 

171 3rd Ave N.

Their milkshakes are a work of art -- genuinely some of the most creative concoctions we've ever seen! Choose from their signature shakes, build your own, cookie dough, and scoops -- check out their menu here.


Found at 909 Exchange Ln

Handel's still uses the same methods from their founding in 1945 to make their homemade cream that comes in a variety of flavors! Prepare to look at their menu and try to only pick one. Seriously, I can’t decide.






Hattie Jane's Creamery

Found at Various Locations

Women owned and led Southern creamery with both locally sourced dairy and dairy-free options! Seasonal flavors such as Tennessee Strawberries & Cream and Dairy Free Pineapple Coconut will have you coming back for more!





Whit's Frozen Custard

4020 Hughes Crossing Suite

Whit's frozen custard is made fresh daily with new weekly flavors like Chocolate Marshmallow Brownie, or this week’s Bourbon Praline Pecan. They have fresh toppings that you can pile right on top of your tasty treat!


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Sarabhas Creamery

400 21st Ave S, Suite 201

Dedicated to making the best Indian style ice cream in all of Nashville, made in-store daily. Try some of their flavors like Kesar Pista (saffron and pistachios), or their iconic chai! Check out their Insta!






Blue Monkey Shaved Ice

2611 12th Ave S.

Fresh shaved ice with a variety of flavors like key lime pie, sour gummi worm, mango, etc. They also have many different toppings available to stack on your ice treat! Check Out Their Schedule!





Mojo Cookie Dough and Creamery 

1518 Watercress Dr

We love there gigantic made-to-order cookie and ice cream sandwiches. You get to mix and match your choice of cookie and ice cream. What sounds best to you?





Padrino's Pops

Various pop-up locations daily - get the schedule

Family owned and operated; they have some of the best popsicles in all of Nashville. Whether you are in the mood for creamy or fruity Padrino's has it!


Beat the heat with Padrino's Pops!



Van Leeuwen

Multiple Locations in Nashville

Famous for their rich French-style custard base, their mission is to fill their audience with simple ingredients. With many flavors, it’ll be hard to choose… Honeycomb? Strawberry Matcha Latte? Malted Cookie Dough Shake? With choices for our vegan friends as well! Vegan Brown Sugar Oat Milk Chunk… there's a flavor for everyone! Order Pick Up Here



Did we miss your favorite ice cream spot? Let us know! [email protected]