We all scream for ice cream! Ohio is home to a variety of ice cream treats for every sweet tooth to enjoy. Many of these ice cream shops have a deep history in their local communities, and use fresh ingredients from around the area to whip up the classics. There are also some newer shops that are innovators in the ice cream arena and they are creating new favorites for you to experience.

Browse through out list of the best Ohio ice cream shops and make your ultimate ice cream bucket list. Yum!  

Mitchell’s Homemade Ice Cream

Are you ready to make some fun memories over ice cream? That was the dream of the Mitchell brothers who founded Mitchell’s Homemade Ice Cream. Now you can live out their dream enjoying their delicious ice cream creations.

Each batch of their ice cream is hand-crafted in their Ohio City kitchen. The kitchen is always on view, so you can come by to see what they’re making. They proudly make ice cream that uses local grass-fed dairy & seasonal ingredients.

Mitchell’s Homemade Ice Cream
Locations in Cleveland, Beachwood, Rocky River, Strongsville, Solon, Shaker Heights, West Lake and Avon
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Pav’s Creamery

Since 1969 you’ve been able to delight in Pav’s Creamery’s homemade custard, hard ice cream, frozen yogurt, and sorbets. They use recipes that date back to the 1920s, as well as new items to add to your favorites list. Your favorite flavors are available for the whole season.

They know that “life is sweet,” and have more than 30 flavor combinations. If you’re local, you can even get their treats delivered right to your door. Check out their online ordering.

Pav’s Creamery
Locations in Green, Portage Lakes, North Canton, Cuyahoga Falls and Bath
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Toft’s Dairy & Ice Cream Parlor

Toft’s Dairy & Ice Cream Parlor wants you to remember what ice cream tasted like as a kid! They have a rich creamy flavor that you know and love. The family-owned and operated dairy is the oldest dairy in Ohio.

Choose from one of the many flavors on their parlor menu. You can also pick up some of their gallons of ice cream or milk products. Take a look at the website for a full list of what they offer.

Toft’s Dairy & Ice Cream Parlor
3717 Venice Rd., Sandusky, OH 44870
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Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams prides itself on an inspiration driven by creativity. The ice cream is created with “art, history, pop culture, and beyond” in mind, and is known for its smooth texture and buttercream body.

The founder, Jeni Britton, makes ice cream to bring people together. She is proud to partner with family-run dairies and local growers. Take a look at their menu for a full list of sweet treats.

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams
Locations in Columbus, Cleveland and Cincinnati as well as locations across the country
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Graeter’s Ice Cream

Graeter’s Ice Cream invites you to taste the Graeter’s difference! They have a special combination of ice cream and family heritage that makes them unique. Their ice cream is made to be more dense and creamy and with special, gourmet chocolate chips.

The company has a rich family history. In 1870, Louis Charles Graeter began selling ice cream on the streets of Cincinnati. Today, you can enjoy more than 150 years of ice cream experience at one of their stores in more than five states – with 18 locations in Cincinnati alone.

Graeter’s Ice Cream
Locations in Cincinnati, Columbus, Cleveland, Dayton and Oxford as well as locations in four other states
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Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream

In 1945, Alice Handel used fruit from her own backyard and her own recipe to create ice cream. The treat quickly became a neighborhood favorite, and soon Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream was born. Today, the team keeps Alice’s legacy alive by using her same recipe and making fresh ice cream daily!

You can take a look at the full menu online for a list of ice creams and other sweet treats. Be sure to take a look at their seasonal offerings. You can also use their order online function on the website.

Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream
Locations in Akron, Avon, Broadview Heights, Canton, Columbiana, Columbus, Cuyahoga Falls, Massillon, Mayfield Heights, Medina, Niles, North Canton, Northfield, Powell, Rocky River, Stow, Toledo, Twinsburg, Youngstown
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Honey Hut

Born out of an old shoe repair store in Cleveland the Page family began making ice cream in 1974. Frank Page, the father, brought his samples to the fire station, where he was an active-duty firefighter. The fire team helped develop some of the flavors you know and love.
Today, you can enjoy those original flavors, as well as new creations, at one of their five locations. The store remains family-operated by the Page’s grandchildren! Take a look at the website for a full list of menu items.

Honey Hut
Locations in Brecksville, Old Brooklyn, Parma and Solon
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Taggarts Ice Cream Parlor

Take a trip to a classic ice cream parlor, established in 1926! Step inside their shop and you’ll be taken back to the old-world charm of the 20s. Ice cream sundaes and other delicious treats are served on the original marble countertops.

Take a look at the website for menu items. You can even order online! You can dine in or carry out.

Taggarts Ice Cream Parlor
1401 Fulton Rd. NW, Canton, OH 44703
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Mason’s Creamery

Jesse Mason and Helen Qin started Mason’s creamery back in 2013. They make small batches of ice cream at Mason’s Creamery. Enjoy their take on the classics as well as their own special creations. Make sure to get the freshly made egg waffle cone!

They have indoor seating, as well as patio options. Check out the website for more details.

Mason’s Creamery
4401 Bridge Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113
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Chill Artisan Ice Cream

Chill Artisan Ice Cream uses quality fruit, nuts, and dairy from local farms and producers across Ohio for their ice cream. The locally made artisan ice cream is made fresh each day. So, you are always getting something new and creative.

Check out the website for details on their ice cream. You can also purchase gift cards.

Chill Artisan Ice Cream
Locations in Akron and Medina
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Almost Heaven Homemade Ice Cream

Ice cream, cakes, and pies, oh my! Almost Heaven Homemade Ice Cream has more than 20 flavors of ice cream, as well as a variety of cakes and pies available for preorder. The shop is a family-owned business that aims to spread positivity and happiness. Some of our favorite flavors include Green Monster, Angel Tracks, and Salty Caramel. Their seasonal flavors are outstanding too!

Visit the website to learn about their rewards system and app. You can also check out the full menu of flavors. Don’t forget to ask about the Goliath.

Almost Heaven Ice Cream
Locations in Alliance, Canal Fulton, Canton and Hartville
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Milk & Honey

This family-owned restaurant, established in 1962, offers customers an old-school feel. You’ll find ice cream sundaes and sodas along with classic diner fare. Take a look at the Facebook page for daily specials and details. A wide variety of homemade chocolates and nuts are also available for purchase. 

Milk & Honey
3400 Cleveland Ave. NW, Canton, OH 44709
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New Baltimore

New Baltimore is a family-run ice cream shop. They sell homemade ice cream onsite. The stand has both classic and unique flavors to choose from. Be sure to check the Facebook page for their schedule and additional details.

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New Baltimore
14738 Ravenna Ave. NE, Hartville, OH 44632
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2939-3271 Edison St. NW, Uniontown, OH 44685

Remix Ice Cream + Cereal Bar

Are you looking for a unique ice cream experience? Remix Ice Cream + Cereal Bar lets you mix up your own creation. Choose your size, your mix, and then your cereal toppings and mix-ins. There are more than 50 toppings to choose from! Every treat is its own, one-of-a-kind dessert.

View the website for details on ice cream flavors and toppings. The hours vary throughout the year, so be sure to view their seasonal hours and details before you visit.

Remix Ice Cream + Cereal Bar
11512 Clifton Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44102
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Kamm’s Corners Ice Cream Company

Kamm’s Corners Ice Cream Company is homemade ice cream in the corners. Using their secret recipe, the ice cream shop invites families to delight in their quality, made on-site ice cream. They have an enjoyable smooth and creamy flavor that is sure to keep you coming back for more.

The website has a full list of the current flavors of ice cream available. They have a spot where you can book birthday parties and look into party packages. You can also purchase custom-made ice cream cakes!

Kamm’s Corners Ice Cream Company
3764 Rocky River Dr., Cleveland, OH 44111
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Trecaso’s Mary Coyle Fine Italian Cuisine & Ice Cream

The original Mary Coyle Ice Cream & Candy store opened its doors in 1937. In 1967 Michael Trecaso worked in her shop. Later in life, after starting his own restaurant, he purchased Mary Cole’s Ice Cream shop and blended it with his restaurant.

Today, you can enjoy both the restaurant and ice cream at Trecaso’s Mary Coyle Fine Italian Cuisine & Ice Cream. Take a look at the website for a full menu of their offerings. You can also take a look at their candy and gift options.

Trecaso’s Mary Coyle Fine Italian Cuisine & Homemade Ice Cream
780 W. Market St., Akron, OH 44303
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East Coast Custard

Inspired by the original frozen custard that they enjoyed growing up in Coney Island, the Parma Heights shop is affectionately named East Coast Custard. The shop was opened in 1985 with hopes of bringing that signature frozen custard flavor back as a regular favorite. Today, you can enjoy that taste at five Cleveland locations, where they are bringing back a “taste of the good old days.”

The flavors do not stop at just custard though! They have a full menu of sweet treats for you to choose from. Take a look at the website for details.

East Coast Custard
Locations in Lyndhurst, Mentor, Painesville, Parma Heights and Fairview Park
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Young’s Jersey Dairy

The Young family dairy’s roots began in 1869 when their relatives built a big red barn. They bought the barn and in 1958 they began selling their Jersey milk to the public. The location grew and grew as people began to enjoy their products!

Today, you can experience their ice cream firsthand at The Dairy Store & Young’s Farmstead Cheese Market. Try one of their delicious ice cream flavors, other dairy products, or restaurant menu items. The farm also has a variety of other family-friendly activities for you to take part in!

The farm also hosts many fun-filled special events throughout the season, from Memorial Day Weekend until Halloween; find them all on the farm’s cowlander!

Young’s Jersey Dairy
6880 Springfield Xenia Rd., Yellow Springs, OH 45387
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Hartzler Family Dairy

Family-made and family-run today, the Hatzler Family Dairy sells high-quality ice cream. The vat pasteurized ice cream that they make preserves the most natural state of milk. Their goal is to take all the hard work nature does and preserve it!

At their shop, you can not only purchase their ice cream, but you can also find other dairy products, such as their glass bottled milk. Call ahead to see what is in stock.

Hartzler Family Dairy
5454 Cleveland Rd., Wooster, OH 44691
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Dietsch Brothers Ice Cream

A true staple in the town of Findlay, OH, is Dietsch Brothers Ice Cream. The family-owned business has been providing high-quality ice cream and chocolates to the community since 1937. Their motto “quality over quantity,” has allowed them to make the treats customers have grown to love over the years.

Take a look at their menu for a full list of their ice cream flavors, chocolates, and other sweet treats. They have seasonal favorites that locals crave each year as well. You can also check out their party planning information.

Dietsch Brothers Ice Cream
Two locations in Findlay, OH – 400 W. Main Cross St. and 1217 Tiffin Ave.
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Stricklands

Looking for ice cream, made fresh daily? Then Sticklands is the place for you! The founders of Stricklands, Bill and Florence Stickland, developed an ice cream machine called the batch freezer system. This innovative tool helped develop the ice cream, frozen custard, yogurt, and sorbet you know and love today.

Bill’s commitment to using fresh ingredients resulted in a delicious-tasting treat. Take a look at a full menu featuring original favorites as well as new items. You can also sign up to join their Birthday Club!

Stricklands
Locations in Akron, Streetsboro, Cuyahoga Falls, Fairlawn and Costa Mesa
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