Best Ice Cream Shops in Ocean City
9 hand-picked ice cream shops in this cape-may County beach town
Looking for the best ice cream shops in Ocean City? We've curated the top spots based on quality, value, and local reputation. From budget-friendly options to upscale experiences, here are our top picks for ice cream shops in Ocean City.
Top 9 Ice Cream Shops
Cone Appetit
$$Boardwalk ice cream shop with creative treats. Located in Ocean City.
Crazy Susan's Cookie Co
$$Cookie bakery and sweet shop. Located in Ocean City.
Hobby Horse Ice Cream Parlor
$$Located in Ocean City.
Jilly's Ice Cream Factory
$$Located in Ocean City.
Dairy Queen
$Classic ice cream and treats on the boardwalk. Located in Ocean City.
Drip & Scoop
$Ice cream and coffee shop on Asbury Avenue. Located in Ocean City.
Kohr Bros Frozen Custard
$5/5 Yelp, "the ultimate Ocean City boardwalk food" since 1919. Orange/vanilla and peanut butter/chocolate twists. Uses eggs to prevent melting in shore salt air. 5 locations. "A trip without Kohr's is a waste of time!"
Shriver's Salt Water Taffy & Fudge
$Boardwalk's oldest business since 1898. 30+ taffy flavors, homemade fudge (pumpkin, Irish mint, Black Forest cherry). Watch candy being made.
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Ocean City has operated as a "dry town" since Methodist ministers founded it in 1879—no alcohol sales, period. What could feel restrictive has instead created a unique culture: one of the most family-focused shore towns in America, a thriving BYOB restaurant scene, and summer nights centered on boar...
Why Visit Ocean City?
- family friendly atmosphere
- boardwalk atmosphere
- dry town atmosphere
- classic atmosphere
- wholesome atmosphere
Getting to Ocean City
- From NYC: 2hr 30min
- From Philadelphia: 1hr 10min
- From Newark: 2hr 15min