Beat the Heat with Some Frosty Gulf Shores Ice Cream

At Brett/Robinson, we’re no strangers to Alabama’s hot summers. After all, it’s one of the reasons why Gulf Shores is such a popular beach town. Still, that doesn’t mean that we’re not constantly looking for fun ways to beat the heat! And as much as we adore swimming, boating, and going to Waterville, the warm afternoons are also an excellent excuse to visit one of the nearby Gulf Shores ice cream shops!

The 5 Best Ice Cream Places in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach

For anyone looking for a sweet way to cool down, there are a ridiculous number of ice cream shops in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach offering plenty to smile about. But before we get started, we must acknowledge everyone’s peculiarities when it comes to sugary frozen milk fat. Since determining the best Gulf Shores ice cream is a highly subjective endeavor, we’ll share the best parlor for five different categories.

The Best Unique Ice Cream

So, let’s get the hard one outta the way first. While there are at least a handful of Gulf Shores ice cream places we’d consider “unique,” Yumm Twister takes the cake. This family-owned parlor offers a combination of authentic Italian Ice Cream inside a freshly baked hand-crafted “Twister” cone. What really sets Yumm apart from the competition is its Signature Series, featuring a vivid assortment of remarkable flavor combinations and ingredients.

Best Banana Split

When you’re on vacation, you typically try to avoid long lines, but when it’s outside of an ice cream shop, that’s usually a good thing. The cleverly named Scoops Ice Cream always seems to be busy, and that may be because of their epic banana splits. Their monster banana-ramas come with the trifecta of vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate ice cream topped with hot fudge, strawberry and pineapple toppings, peanuts or pecans, cherries, and whipped cream. There’s no need to feel guilty either because of the banana!

Best Gelato-Style Ice Cream

You don’t have to be from Italy to appreciate a scoop or three of gelato. Although ice cream is similar, gelato has a distinct consistency that’s more soft and dense. Either way, Gelato Joe’s is the best place to make your gelato dreams come true. Although this Italian restaurant and bar is technically in Foley, it’s well worth the short drive from Gulf Shores or Orange Beach. Gelato Joe’s boasts a 24-flavor rotation of gelato alongside homemade cakes, bread pudding, cheesecake, and cannoli.

Best Chain Ice Cream

When you’re out and about in a different part of the country, it’s never a bad idea to fall back on an old, reliable friend. That’s where Kilwin’s in Orange Beach comes in. Conveniently located on The Wharf, the Orange Beach Kilwin’s stays true to its ma and pa roots with a small parlor on Main Street. With nearly 150 locations from Massachusetts to Colorado, this chain is a familiar sight for ice cream lovers nationwide.

Best Non-Dairy Ice Cream Alternatives

Just because you have dietary restrictions doesn’t mean you can’t indulge a little! That’s why we included Del’s Ice Cream. So, if you’re looking for an icy, non-dairy, or sugar-free option, you can enjoy chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla ice cream or an assortment of sorbets at Del’s!

Alabama Vacation Rentals in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach

The best Gulf Shores ice cream shops all have one thing in common. They all offer a delicious way to beat the heat while sharing memories with friends and family. So, before heading back to your suite or condo on the beach, stop by one of the shops for a frosty snack to cool down. The only hard part will be eating it slowly enough to prevent brain freeze! 

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