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There’s nothing quite like a scoop (or two) of delicious ice cream to celebrate hot weather and good times. Metro Detroit is filled with exceptional spots for this cold treat, each offering unique flavors, experiences, and memories waiting to be made. Here’s where you can find some of the area’s most beloved ice cream destinations…
Bombshell Treat Bar
2688 Coolidge Highway, Berkley
Bombshell Treat Bar made a sweet splash in the local dessert scene during the pandemic. Owner Jill Kasle explains, “Our menu focuses on scratch-made desserts (primarily ice cream bars) and Belgian chocolate confections.” Originally catering-based, Bombshell opened its first storefront in Berkley in April 2024, quickly becoming a community favorite. Don’t miss their standout items like the Campfire Dreams Ice Cream Bar—Madagascar Vanilla with milk chocolate, marshmallow fluff, chocolate sauce, and graham crackers—or the indulgent Knot Again Hot Pretzel Sundae, loaded with vanilla soft serve, caramel and chocolate drizzle, toffee bits, and Oreo crumble.
Blank Slate Creamery
300 West Liberty Street, Ann Arbor
126 East Grand River Avenue, Brighton
7879 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor (Pints & Novelties only)
Blank Slate Creamery is a delightful destination for ice cream aficionados. “Blank Slate Creamery offers homemade, all-natural ice creams, sorbets, and non-dairies,” shares owner Janice Sigler. “Customers come to Blank Slate to try new flavors, which we release weekly, and to get their favorites, like our best seller, Browned Butter Cookie Dough.” Other fun flavors include Chocolate Covered Black Cherry, Fresh Basil, Lavender Lemon Honey, and more. Whether you’re adventurous or sticking to your favorite, Blank Slate Creamery promises an unforgettable scoop.
JJ’s Custard Company
Multiple locations in Metro Detroit
A staple across Southeast Michigan, JJ’s Custard Company brings innovation and excitement to classic custard treats. According to Karim Kadouh, VP of Operations & Marketing, “JJ’s Custard Company is a beloved chain of specialty ice cream shops located in Southeast Michigan. The company is renowned for its unique menu items, including The Sweet Bun, The Wowffle, and Injected Loaded Cones, making it a favorite in the Metro Detroit area.” JJ’s has even earned national acclaim, consistently praised for its high-quality products and stellar customer service. Whether you try a loaded cone, a sundae, or a custard-filled waffle, JJ’s is set to impress.
Doug’s Delight
24110 John R Road, Hazel Park
Doug’s Delight is a charming family-owned favorite known for its walk-up windows and classic frozen treats. Whether you’re in the mood for soft-serve, sundaes, or a satisfying shake, Doug’s Delight brings simplicity and joy together in every scoop. The Bumpy Cake Dougie is an excellent choice, blending Bumpy cake with vanilla soft serve, as are the Brownie Fudge Sundae or the Cookie Sandwich. Beyond the desserts, this spot is also known as Matt & Mo’s Italian Beef, serving authentic homemade slow-roasted Italian beef sandwiches, among other standout menu items.
Modern Cone
28616 Harper Avenue, St. Clair Shores
For those looking to shake things up, Modern Cone in St. Clair Shores offers delightful twists on classic ice cream treats. The team behind Modern Cone shares, “We’re a family-owned business known for our ice cream nachos, stackers, and affogato sundaes! We love anything ice cream and coffee!” Whether you’re after sweet nachos, with your choice of ice cream, sauce, and toppings, paired with waffle cone chips, a delicious ice cream cake, or a rich espresso-topped sundae, Modern Cone will satisfy your cravings with flair.
Ray’s Ice Cream
4233 Coolidge Highway, Royal Oak
Step into history with Ray’s Ice Cream in Royal Oak, where dessert dreams have come true for over 60 years. Chief Scooper Jason Eddleston describes the atmosphere: “Stepping into Ray’s Ice Cream parlor feels like being transported to a time when friends, neighbors, and lovers of classic hard-scoop ice cream would gather to treat themselves.” Stand-out flavors include banana, black raspberry cheesecake, chocolate malt crunch, and coconut pineapple, to name a few. Still family-owned, Ray’s remains dedicated to homemade quality, using only the best locally sourced ingredients.
Treat yourself to something sweet and cool at these Metro Detroit favorites. Whether you prefer traditional scoops or creative concoctions, there’s a local spot ready to scoop up your new favorite flavor.
This article has been updated to include new information. The original article was published on May 17, 2023, and was authored by Katie Goncalves.
