Best Ice Cream Shops in Westchester

Indulging in a delightful scoop of ice cream is a timeless joy, and Westchester County offers a plethora of options to satisfy your sweet cravings. Here’s the scoop on where you should be eating ice cream right now.

Longford’s Small Batch Ice Cream - 4 Elm Place, Rye NY.

Where Artisanal Meets Ice Cream: Longford’s Small Batch Ice Cream in Rye takes the concept of ice cream to a whole new level. This artisanal haven is dedicated to crafting small-batch frozen masterpieces, with an array of unique and rotating flavors. From classic vanilla to adventurous creations like lavender honey, Longford’s promises a sweet journey for your taste buds.

Village Creamery & Sweet Shop - 32 Broadway, Valhalla, NY.

Village Creamery & Sweet Shop in Valhalla captures the essence of a bygone era. This charming ice cream parlor was once served as an old library. With a delightful throwback to the classic sweet shops of yesteryear, a standout among all the creations is the show-stopping "Cookie Monster Meets Peanut Butter Cup. The Village Creamery is a place where nostalgia and culinary creativity come together, providing a sweet escape for all locals and visitors.

King Kone - 109 Route 100, Katonah, NY.

King Kone in Katonah stands as a local landmark, beckoning ice cream enthusiasts with its nostalgic charm. This classic ice cream stand is the epitome of summer, offering a menu filled with iconic treats like soft-serve cones, sundaes, and banana splits. While King Kone offers an array of hard ice cream flavors and a full menu of savory delights, it's the vanilla soft serve that continues to steal the show, winning hearts as the most popular item on the menu. Since 1953, this retro stand has been a beloved fixture, maintaining its timeless appeal.

Bona Bona – 10 Westchester Avenue, Port Chester, NY.

Bona Bona Ice Cream is not made in a factory. It’s made in a kitchen, by Chef Nick Di Bona. After winning an episode of Food Network’s “Chopped” with a superior batch of ice cream, chef Nick Di Bona decided to get into the ice cream business full-time, opening his ice cream shop in Westchester, New York. His is a unique ice cream-gelato hybrid that’s dense, rich, creamy and absolutely packed with flavor. And to make it all even more special, each pint is topped with a layer of toasted MERINGUE! Only the highest-quality ingredients (think single origin chocolate, whole vanilla beans and hand-picked mint) go into Nick’s ice cream, which comes in intriguing flavors including Italian rainbow cookie, Nutella s’mores and vegan banana peanut butter, all made from scratch.

Bluebird Homemade Ice Cream - 19 N Salem Cross River, NY.

Bluebird Homemade Ice Cream has managed to keep a somewhat low profile in Westchester, and that's a secret worth sharing. From antibiotic- and hormone-free dairy to organic cane sugar and real fruit, Bluebird's commitment to quality shines through in every scoop. Indulge in various delicious flavors such as Chocolate Mandarin Orange and Vegan Horchata, each crafted with precision and care. Beyond the delightful flavors, Bluebird Homemade Ice Cream adds a touch of nostalgia to your experience. They craft their own waffle cones, serve up a robust double shot of espresso for an affogato, and stand out as one of the rare places in the county that honors the tradition of old-fashioned egg creams. So, while Bluebird may fly somewhat under the radar in Westchester, its dedication to quality, unique flavors, and a nostalgic nod to the past make it a gem worth discovering.

Milk N Cookies -270 Mamaroneck Ave, Mamaroneck, NY.

This charming ice cream haven beckons with its delectable offerings and inviting ambiance. From classic scoops to innovative treats, this beloved spot is sure to leave you craving for more. While renowned for serving up some of the most Instagram-worthy gooey cookies in Westchester County, this dessert haven is no stranger to crafting exceptional ice-cold delights. Indulge in a unique experience as cereal-milk soft serve takes center stage, accompanied by sweet breakfast-inspired names like Cookie Crisp, Cap’n Crunch, Cocoa Puffs, Fruity Pebbles, and an array of other delightful options. Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth and discover the magic within each scoop at Milk N Cookies.

The Blue Pig - 121 Maple Street, Croton-on-Hudson, NY.

All of their ice cream is made from a specialty mix of milk and cream from Hudson Valley Fresh (free from steriods/antibiotics, high fructose corn syrup, and gums). Hudson Valley Fresh is a not-for-profit dairy cooperative formed in 1998 to preserve nine family-owned farms in Duchess and Columbia Counties. Dedicated to quality, sustainability, and local production, Hudson Valley Fresh is the only dairy source I would ever consider for our ice cream! When the Blue Pig was first bought in 2010, the owner decided that local dairy, fresh produce, and environmentally-friendly practices were top priority. “Your ice cream can only be as good as your milk.”  Hudson Valley Fresh’s milk is 36 hours from pasture to dairy, which is how they know it’s the best tasting, the best for you, and the best for the local farmers!