No summer beach trip is complete without at least a taste of a sweet frozen treat. And here in the heat of South Carolina’s Lowcountry, you’ll need more than just a sample. These ice cream shops on Isle of Palms provide the perfect way to beat the heat that you and your family will love. For more places to eat and things to do during your beach vacation, request our free IOP Vacation Guide!
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Check out the Best Ice Cream Shops on Isle of Palms
Island Joe’s Ice Cream & Espresso
Island Joe’s Ice Cream & Espresso conveniently sits along Ocean Boulevard as a part of Coconut Joe’s Beach Grill. This ice cream shop on Isle of Palms is open from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Savor your favorite flavor in a cup or a cone as you go for a stroll on the beach!
Ben & Jerry’s
This ice cream favorite on Isle of Palms serves up more than a dozen of Ben & Jerry’s world-famous flavors. You’ll find this quaint shop on the corner of Pavillion Drive and Ocean Boulevard across the street from a large public parking lot. Escape the heat with this yummy frozen treat after spending a long, fun-filled day on the IOP beaches!
Chills360
Chills360 perfects the new art of ice cream rolls. This Isle of Palms ice cream shop offers unique concoctions made right in front of you on a cold plate. You can find this Thai-inspired ice cream treat in the Island Center next to Harris Teeter.
Harris Teeter
Harris Teeter may not serve up ice in the store, but they offer tons of different brands and flavors of ice cream on Isle of Palms that are perfect for bringing back to your East Islands Rentals home! Make an ice cream bar or just eat a pint all to yourself. After all, you’re on vacation!
Ice Cream Shops Further Afield
Ye Olde Fashioned Ice Cream & Sandwich Cafe
Head over to Mount Pleasant for a tasty treat at Ye Olde Fashioned Ice Cream & Sandwich Cafe. Milkshakes and soft serve ice cream complement the classic scooped ice cream at this beach-themed shop that’s only about 10 minutes from Isle of Palms. It’s a great place to stop while you’re out exploring a plantation home or on your way back from downtown Charleston.
Beardcat’s Sweet Shop
You’ll find Beardcat’s underneath The Obstinate Daughter on neighboring Sullivan’s Island. This small shop features gelato, homemade ice cream sandwiches, and a variety of coffees and sweets.
Jeni’s
A Charleston favorite, Jeni’s serves up unique ice cream flavors on King Street in downtown. Try one of their classic flavors like cold brew with coconut cream, fluffernutter pie, or dark chocolate truffle. You can also pick up a pint or two at Harris Teeter to bring back home with you.
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