Perch on a swiveling stool and slurp mixologist Russell Davis’s nonalcoholic sodas, shakes, and floats.
Salt & Straw wins over vanilla palates with varieties like dandelion sorbet with spring flowers and Arbequina olive oil. Got a more timid tongue? Cinnamon snickerdoodle should please.
La Divina Gelateria’s gelato offers G-rated kicks both Uptown and in the French Quarter.
Las Paletas Gourmet Popsicles manages to wow us with simplicity on a stick.
Pastry chef Amadou Ly churns out tiny batches of cold comfort as well as giant, filled-to-order cream puffs, macarons, seasonal tarts, and artisanal chocolates.
Tuck into a towering Mt. Vesuvius sundae, and you’ll understand why a line often snakes out the door.
Flavors change constantly at the West Coast favorite, but one thing you can look forward to every time is the self-serve toppings bar.
You dream of peanut butter swirled with licorice and marshmallows. Luckily, Morelli’s Gourmet Ice Cream fields customer suggestions and then whips up new flavors each month.
All Bostonians flock to J.P. Licks, including those with tricky bellies. Gluten- and dairy-free flavors allow everyone to indulge.
The staff patiently doles out tiny spoonfuls of samples until a decision is made. If you still can’t come to a conclusion, no worries. Each regular serving includes two scoops — choose both.
Have a side of nostalgia with your hot fudge sundae. Ginormous portions and retro decor get rave reviews.
The hot dog statue and smell of just-made waffle cones at Wild About Harry’s have greeted families for years. Introduce the newest members of your clan to its famous frozen custard.
Cones that land on the floor after one lick are quickly replaced, and you can see batches being made in the back. Could be why it’s been around for 25 years.
Owner Molly Moon Neitzel reduces her carbon footprint by composting and building her shops with repurposed materials.
