Nothing beats a sweet ice cream treat after a day of sun and sand, and Wildwood has many ice cream shops to explore. Whether on the boardwalk or in town, you’ll find plenty of spots to satisfy every palate. Read on for a guide to the must-visit Wildwood ice cream shops for your next visit.
Note: the hours listed for each location reflect the shop’s summer operating hours, but hours can change seasonally! If you’re planning to visit, make sure to check the shop website for the most up-to-date operating hours.
1. Kohr Bros
Locations:
5 Mile Marketplace, 3500 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ 08260
305 Rio Grande Ave, Wildwood, NJ 08260
2518 Boardwalk, North Wildwood, NJ 08260
Hours: 11 AM–11:30 PM daily
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Kohr Bros is a summer staple, with multiple locations along the Jersey Shore. They still serve the original frozen custard recipe from 1919. It’s a creamy concoction that gives you the taste of ice cream with fewer calories. Along with classic flavors, they have unique choices like orange sherbet, mint julep, and banana. Often, you can smell the aroma of their freshly made waffle cones wafting down the Boardwalk. And with three locations in Wildwood, you’re never far from a delicious custard treat.
2. Johnny Scoops
Location: 3014 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ 08260
Hours: 11 AM–11 PM daily
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Johnny Scoops is a veteran-owned ice cream shop located on the Boardwalk. They offer hard and soft-serve ice cream, plus milkshakes, fresh waffles topped with ice cream, or waffle ice cream sandwiches. They also have options for vegan customers, such as vegan ice cream and waffles. Try their iced coffee made with coffee ice cubes for a frosty, cold caffeine fix. Their small-batch fountain soda, used in floats, is another treat not to miss.
3. Duffer’s Restaurant & Old Fashioned Ice Cream Parlor
Location: 5210 Pacific Ave, Wildwood, NJ 08260
Hours: 8 AM–10 PM Monday–Friday, 8 AM–11 PM Saturday & Sunday
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Duffer’s is a Wildwood institution that has been operating for 50 years. They are known for their enormous hot fudge sundaes, splits, milkshakes, and sodas. But it’s not just about ice cream here, as they serve a full menu with breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They also have a gift shop, a miniature golf course, and a video arcade, making it a fun family destination.
4. Sea Shell Ice Cream
Location: 300 Rio Grande Ave, Wildwood, NJ 08260
Hours: 12 PM–11 PM daily
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Sea Shell Ice Cream is popular with families, thanks to large portion sizes and charming old-timey decor. They have more than 60 flavors of ice cream, plus a selection of sundaes, shakes, sodas, and splits. Visitors enjoy trying unique flavors like cold brew, strawberry cheesecake, or cinnamon churro. Plus, there’s convenient off-street parking available.
5. Cool Scoops Ice Cream Parlor
Location: 1111 New Jersey Ave, North Wildwood, NJ 08260
Hours: 3 PM–11 PM Monday–Wednesday, 3 PM–11:30 PM Thursday–Sunday
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Cool Scoops is a 1950s-style diner that delivers a nostalgic doowop experience. This cash-only joint has classic car booths plus a working Jukebox for a touch of old-school cool. They have over 30 ice cream flavors and other frozen desserts, along with hot dogs and burgers. They also offer extensive vegan and dairy-free options to accommodate dietary restrictions.
Plan Your Sweet Escape
After indulging in the best ice cream Wildwood, NJ, has to offer, there’s no better place to unwind than Mahalo Diamond Beach. Enjoy the prime beachside location, plus amenities like bicycles and a local shuttle service. With these perks included in your booking, getting around town is a breeze. Make your summer memories even sweeter with a stay at one of the finest Wildwood, NJ hotels on the beach!
