The Scoop on Alpharetta’s Ice Cream Treats
In Outdoor Adventures
Whether you’re strolling through downtown or exploring Alpharetta’s shopping districts, these local favorites make it easy to satisfy your sweet tooth.
The lazy days of summer have arrived, and the heat is on! Whether you’re a devoted chocolate lover, a fan of adventurous flavors, or simply looking for a cool treat on a hot Georgia day, Alpharetta’s ice cream scene has a scoop with your name on it. Grab a spoon and explore our list of Alpharetta’s coolest places to satisfy your sweet tooth below.
Avalon & Old Milton Sweet Spots
Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams – 800 Avalon Boulevard
Located at Avalon, this ice cream mainstay is everything you could ever want in the way of an addictive dessert. Indulge in unique Jeni’s flavors like Gooey Butter Cake and Brambleberry Crisp while strolling down the Boulevard.
Caffe Antico – 3185 Avalon Boulevard
A traditional Neapolitan café serving gelato, sorbet, coffees and cakes, Caffè Antico is the best place to indulge in Italian sweet treats. Order the Sapori Tradizionale in cioccolato or pistacchi or opt for fruity flavors of Sorbetti in pesche or pomegranate.
Andy’s Frozen Custard – 3670 Old Milton Parkway
For something a little creamier than regular ice cream, stop by Andy’s Frozen Custard walk-up window and grab a silky-smooth sundae or Concrete chock full of all your favorite toppings. You will fall in love with this creamy concoction!
Bruster’s Real Ice Cream – 3855 Old Milton Pkwy
For ice cream made in-house and a fresh waffle cone smell drifting out of the window, you’ll want to grab a scoop at Bruster’s. Sticky hands and ice cream drips are all part of the magic of a summer treat, so order that double waffle cone and get licking.
Downtown Alpharetta Creameries
Dolce Spoon – 64 N Main St
For a taste of Italian Gelato in downtown Alpharetta, head over to Dolce Spoon! Don’t miss this hidden spot on the corner of N Main St and Church St, serving smooth gelato, warm cinnamon rolls, and Basque cheesecake.
Kilwin’s Ice Cream – 251 Market Street
When it comes to dessert, Kilwin’s knows variety is the spice of life. With an abundance of ice cream flavors to choose from like Dulce De Leche and Toasted Coconut, you’ll want to come back time and time again. While there, don’t miss the chance to order the famous fudge, caramel apples, and espresso drinks.
Where’s the Scoop – Dessert Bar – 26 Old Roswell Street, Suite 102
This Downtown Alpharetta sweets shop’s menu boasts endless combinations of small-batch, custom-made rolled ice cream featuring seasonal ingredients and fresh fruit. With over 37 MILLION possible flavor combinations, you can try something new every single day of summer and barely even scratch the surface!
North Point Area Treats
Yummy Paradise – 1136 North Point Cir
Shopping around North Point Mall near Dillards and Von Maur? Yummy Paradise is right outside serving up ice cream and milkshakes that fulfill that summer ice cream craving, along with crepes, waffle sticks, and Dubai chocolate treats.
Haagen Dazs – 1000 North Point Pkwy
Have a summer celebration going on? Stop by Haagen Dazs in North Point Mall for an ice cream cake with flavors that will make you want to grab a second piece. From Dulce de Leche to Coffee Crunch or Triple Chocolate, there’s no wrong answer for your sweet celebration.
Le Macaron Alpharetta – 1000 North Point Circle & Kiosk at Avalon
Step into North Point Mall and find fabulous French gelato at Le Macaron. Le Macaron is known for their handmade, delightful macarons available in fun flavors like Salted Caramel, Lavender White Chocolate, Key Lime-Strawberry and many more. Thankfully, these light and airy confections pair extremely well with the French Gelato – a thick, creamy answer to American ice cream.
Windward Parkway
Menchie’s – 12850 GA-9 Ste 700
Frozen yogurt may remind you of the early 2010’s, but it is still alive and tasty! Pick your flavors, swirl them up, top with cookie dough, popping boba, or candy, and weigh to pay. This treat will never go out of style.
If you’re indulging in ice cream, custard, gelato, or frozen yogurt awesomeness in Alpharetta, we want to see which sweet selections you’re going with to beat the heat! Looking for more ways to cool off this summer? Book a room at any of our 31 modern hotels to enjoy refreshing pools, indoor entertainment at Showdown Social, or a frosé while frolicking in the fountain at the Town Green. Make sure to share your summertime adventures in Alpharetta with us by tagging us @awesomealpharetta and #AwesomeAlpharetta.