When we asked you, our readers, about your favorite scoop shops in the city, we found one thing to be true — you all scream for ice cream. Here are 10 spots the locals love:
Graeter’s, Multiple locations
This Cincinnati-based creamery was the overwhelming winner when it came to reader responses, and there are 13 Columbus-area locations if you’re looking to give it a try.
Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream, 5665 Feder Rd.
Find 100+ flavors, including peach, cinnamon sticky bun, and local options like buckeye.
Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, Multiple locations
The Columbus-based brand was another reader favorite and has eight scoop shops across the city, including locations at Easton and the North Market.
Gooey Butter Cake is made with cream cheese ice cream, crumbles of vanilla cake, and caramel-butterscotch sauce. | Photo via @jenisicecreams
Whit’s Frozen Custard, Multiple locations
Order frozen custard sundaes or shakes with gluten-free, sugar-free, and vegan options available.
Johnson’s Real Ice Cream, Multiple locations
Indulge in a wide range of flavors from banana fudge to blueberry pie to cotton candy.
Little Ladies Soft Serve, 673 Worthington Rd.
Top your soft serve with flavor blasts like Fruity Pebbles, candied pretzels, roasted marshmallows, or crushed potato chips at this local spot.
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, Multiple locations
Try Italian ice or frozen custard separately, or combine them for gelati, which has layers of both.
Try the green tea matcha ice cream in the puffle cone. | Photo via @getcrmd
CRMD, 1190 N. High St.
Enjoy your ice cream in a waffle cone or puffle cone, which is an egg-based waffle that is served hot.
Simply Rolled Ice Cream, 968 N. High St.
Ice cream is served rolled into cylinders, or you can order the cotton candy burrito, buckeyes, or edible cookie dough.
S’wich Social, 869 N. 4th St.
Bite into an ice cream sandwich made with your choice of fresh cookies and toppings.
Did we miss your favorite spot? Scoop up your favorites and send them our way.
