10 Must-Try Ice Cream and Frozen Treats in Gainesville, Alachua County
Enjoy sweet goodness from over 20 frozen treat shops in Gainesville and Alachua County.
When it comes to treats it can be hard deciding where to start or what to try next. Use the following list of 10 great spots to get you started down a fun (and sweet) filled journey that will turn any frown upside down.
From a top-rated homemade ice cream and sorbet shop that has been a Gainesville staple for 16 years, to a local drive-thru serving all-natural Palazzolo Artisan Dairy shakes, and even a few options for the health conscientious that are incredibly tasty, you can’t go wrong!
Please contact the businesses directly to verify hours and availability.
Sweet Dreams Ice Cream
3437 W University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32607
352-378-0532
Interesting and unique flavors of homemade ice cream, sorbet and Italian ice. Created using high quality ingredients, and offer “no added sugar” and “dairy free” options.
Our favorite: Grasshopper Sundae
The Hyppo Gourmet Ice Pops
220 SE 2nd Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601
352-727-4233
Gourmet popsicles made of fresh fruit, fresh herbs and spices, evaporated cane juice, and occasionally dairy. Available in nearly 450 flavors (depending on the season).
Our favorite: Strawberry Lemonade Popsicle
Sweetberries Eatery and Frozen Custard
505 NW 13th St., Gainesville, FL 32601
352-378-4972
Frozen custard crafted daily from a homemade recipe and created using a slow churned process for a dense, creamy, thick ice cream.
Our favorite: Raspberry White Chocolate Chip Frozen Custard
Dick Mondell’s Drive-thru
412 SW 4th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601
352-225-3214
All-natural milkshakes and house-made ice cream sandwiches served through the drive-thru or walk-up window.
Our favorite: Coffee Milkshake
D’lites Emporium
4216 NW 16th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32601
352-375-4484
Soft-serve ice cream at only 12 ½ calories per ounce, check their website for today’s flavors.
Our favorite: Dark Chocolate Buttercream Soft Serve Ice Cream
Karma Cream
607 W University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601
352-505-6566
Homemade, non-dairy, gluten free, vegan ice cream in 18 flavors and numerous topping options.
Our favorite: Cherry Amaretto Ice Cream on top of a Brownie
Rock and Roll Rolled Ice Cream
1025 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
352-448-8874
Handcrafted ice cream rolls as well as fresh crêpes and freshly ground espresso.
Our favorite: Vanilla Ice Cream with an Oreo Mixer
Lulu’s Small Batch Gelato, Newberry
17010 W Newberry Rd., Newberry, FL 32669
lulusgelato@outlook.com
Serving small batch gelato and sorbet in Newberry.
Our favorite: Lemon-blueberry Sorbet
Florida Creamery, High Springs
35 NW 1st Ave., High Springs, FL 32643
386-628-1662
Serving premium hand-dipped ice cream in the quaint historic downtown of High Springs.
Our favorite: Orange Freeze
Yo3 Metro Frozen Yogurt & Smoothies
5141 NW 43rd Street #108, Gainesville, FL 32606
352-371-6061
Healthy, fresh frozen yogurt. Choose from over 70 toppings to create your own custom swirl.
Our favorite: Triple Chocolate Frozen Yogurt topped with Strawberries
Explore all the delicious dining options in Gainesville and Alachua County here.
