Whether you prefer it in a cup or a cone, Arlington has plenty of spots to enjoy some ice cream.
Here are the top ice cream shops in Arlington, Virginia. From unique, seasonal flavors and sorbet to milkshakes and sundaes, these shops have some sweet offerings.
Top vote getters
1. Toby’s Homemade Ice Cream
5849 A Washington Blvd, Westover, and 510 14th St S., Pentagon City
Toby’s carries a wide selection of ice cream flavors, from vanilla and chocolate to coffee Oreo and Philippine mango. It also sells sorbet, sundaes and coffee.
2. Nicecream
2831 Clarendon Blvd, Clarendon
Nicecream offers fresh, handcrafted ice creams frozen with liquid nitrogen. A rotating slate of flavors features pistachio, Nutella, honey lavender and more.
3. Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams
4150 Campbell Avenue, Shirlington
Jeni’s indulgent, inventive flavors include citrus glazed pound cake, brambleberry crisp and Texas sheet cake, which are also available to buy in a pint.
Other notable spots
- Ice Cream Jubilee
- Mimi’s Handmade Ice Cream
- Carvel
- Cold Stone Creamery
- Van Leeuwen Ice Cream
- La Moo Creamery
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Last update: May 23, 2025