Great place, a favorite among the visitors and locals a like. This is a such a cute place, but parking is limited, tread lightly. You won't get the 21 flavors as some of the chain ice-cream shops, but you will get about 13 unique flavors. My husband and I each got 1 scoop on a waffle cone. This was the most generous single scoop I've ever seen. I had blueberry cheesecake ice-cream and it was delicious. The service was the best it could be given the amount of people who were queued in line. The ambiance was cute, neat and tidy. read more

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The ice cream here is absolutely top notch. I'm not even a big ice cream fan but I can appreciate a business that does it right. Perfect location right along 151 makes for an easy but stop while you're on the trail. The donuts were meh but I didn't have high expectations to begin with. Definitely recommend giving this place a shot. read more

Black Bear Creamery - Bear tracks - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Nellysford, Virginia

Came out here on our trip to Devils Backbone and yeah.. it's still super delicious. It's soooo noticeable from the street. The colorful building and big sign just screams: "Must visit!" Well, let's be real - listen to that craving. If you're in the area and are looking for some delicious ice cream, you're at the right place. The staff were all friendly and it was just a great family visit that I know will push us to visit again next time. Overall, definitely add this to your "must visit" list when you're here. Food Taste: 5 Overall Service: 5 Value of service to cost: 5 Facility: 5 Ambiance: Quaint building that's very charming and friendly. The signage and decor within the facility is fun. Definitely take time to read all the 'things'. Repeat customer: yes Dog Friendly: outside seating if I remember correctly. read more

We saw this creamery while doing some brewery hopping near Wintergreen. There were lots of flavors and a sherbet for a non-dairy option. I didn't see any lactose free options :( lots of choices for toppings and the portions were generous. Our party of 5 was quickly served. There is seating available inside and out. read more

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Stumbled on this sweet little spot while driving through the mountains--and I swear it felt like the universe whispered, "You need ice cream today." So I listened. I ordered the ice cream flight (because why commit to just one happily ever after?) and was handed a tray of tiny, colorful scoops that looked like they belonged in a storybook. Each one had its own charm. I sat outside under the trees, sun on my face, ice cream in hand, fully present and weirdly emotional over how perfectly simple it all felt. The staff was sweet, the vibe was calm, and for a moment, everything slowed down. Like the kind of magic you don't realize you needed until you're holding it in a waffle cone. read more

Black Bear Creamery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Nellysford, Virginia

My husband and I were being handed our ice cream, and I walked to get a table as he was next to pay for our 2 cones. The owner yelled very loudly for everyone to hear as to imply I wasn't paying . She was accusatory and rude as I walked to the table. No apology was offered. We are local and would like to support all of our local restaurants; however, this may sadly be my last Bear Tracks. read more

As a Wisconsinite (the dairy state) I love my ice cream. Unfortunately this was mediocre and Extremely expensive $$$$$. Several flavors were empty so I got a one scoop dish of birthday cake (vanilla with colored sprinkles - no cake to be found anywhere in this ice cream). The ice cream was fine. It didn't wow me for the price I was charged. The shocker was I paid $4.50 for a scoop of ice cream in a paper bowl - not even a waffle cone or bowl for that insane price. I miss the old "Boy Blue" types of places where you drive up and get a cone or sunday for a reasonable price and there is a little line of people milling about and everyone is eating their favorite flavor. Here You are paying for a large building and the one acre of land and an ambivalent man to serve you ice cream that isn't nearly as good as Haagen Daas (or Jennies) and was Far more expensive per serving. This was on a Saturday, early afternoon where this place should be packed. There was another couple with their 3 kids who split one bowl of ice cream. I admire anyone who has a small business and a great product - however you need to look at your business model from the consumer standpoint. I think there would be more business here if the prices were reasonable and the ice cream was a better qualit. read more

You MUST stop here if you aren't lactose intolerant, and even if you are, they have sorbets for you! We came twice while we were here for three days- we couldn't resist! They have seating inside & outside. The service is quick- even if the line is out the door- it's not bad. The ice cream is so good- they make them all in house, but they don't make their cones in house. read more

Black Bear Creamery - Ice cream flavors an hour before they close (lots still!) - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Nellysford, Virginia

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Our family compares all ice cream to Black Bear. They make their ice cream on site and it never disappoints! Some of the flavors change seasonally. The shakes are also delicious-- we especially like the seasonal creamsicle shake-- made with real orange cream from a local dairy! read more

Great ice cream but selection of flavors very standard. Two of us got the most exotic with the bear tracks and the fudge ripple chip. They were delicious. Service was friendly and fast. The outdoor seating area perfect with the great weather read more

Drove by this place and had to turn around! Looks like a house with a big deck. Doesn't matter which direction you are traveling, it's after the distillery! From the south it after Bold Rock distillery on the opposite side. From the North it just after Three Notch'd brewing/distillery. The freezer case reminds you of Cold Stone, where the flavors are in metal pans. 10 flavors of ice cream and 2 flavors of sorbet. My wife had the Bear Tracks ice cream with peanut butter sauce as a sundae. I had the mango sorbet. Both were good. This was a nice stop on a hot afternoon. Staff was very friendly! read more

Black Bear Creamery - the front of the building - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Nellysford, Virginia

Cute place, friendly service and love that they are open when many places are not. They were open on the 4th of July and it was very appreciated by many. The cream is really good. Why the 3 stars? -1 star There's just very little options. There's a handful of pretty typical ice cream flavors you can get in a cup or cone. That's about it. It's hard for a group that has different tastes or perhaps dietary restrictions or preferences. For example no sugar added fruit smoothies, gelato, frozen yogurt, soft serve, ice cream sandwiches, floats, etc. It just feels very limited. I think it would be standing room only if they expanded the menu options. -1 star The servers don't wear hand coverings (disposable gloves) when digging down into the ice cream containers and I didn't see them wash their hands during our visit. Overall, good ice cream and not a bad experience. read more

This is one of the best ice cream places I have been to. I went with my family and because it was Fourth of July, they had a special flavor called Star Spangled Vanilla. It was very tasty and if you have the chance to go there on that day, get that flavor. If you don't, their ice cream is still delicious. read more

Amazing must stop bestest fall treat. Omg. The Apple cider ice cream is so amazing. Please take some time to try out this amazing spot. read more

Black Bear Creamery - Omg. Amazing. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Nellysford, Virginia

Amazing sorbet!!! I am not from the area but absolutely loved getting a treat from here. Staff was very friendly. Definitely recommend! Even let me try it first. read more

Black Bear Creamery - a person holding a bowl of ice cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Nellysford, Virginia

Delicious! We stopped in for a rainy Saturday treat and tried several flavors. All were excellent and it was fun talking with the owner about what flavors they might try next. We will be back! read more

Great ice cream. Friendly service. Reasonably priced. Great to have such good food in Nellysford.

Nice local ice cream shop. Great place to cool down on a hot day. Sundaes and cones. Indoor and outdoor seating read more

Black Bear Creamery - the outside of the building - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Nellysford, Virginia

My family has been here a few times now and we love it! Tried the strawberry sorbet this time. It is really good! All the flavors that we have tried so far (strawberry, raspberry, cookie dough, brownie fudge, lemon Oreo and coffee), are delicious. The store is very clean and the staff are really friendly. read more

We dropped in on our way home from the Blue Ridge corn maze. I had two scoops in a cup - cherry chocolate chip and maple walnut. Both were excellent. We sat on the porch and enjoyed the nice day. What a fun little treat! We will be back. read more

This place shocked me! Didn't expect a little shop on the side of the road to present such great ice cream. I would definitely recommend stopping by. Delicious options and very clean! read more

Best ice cream around. Their ice cream pies are absolutely delicious! Highly recommend.

Love Black Bear! Not only is the ice cream the best, the owners are so friendly and make you feel welcome.

Not open as their listing says. You should update your hours.Will try again in the spring.

Solid homemade ice cream! Staff was super friendly and it was the perfect pit stop after hiking on a hot day. Their theming around the black bear name is spot on - bear track ice cream flavor and the papa bear sundae! read more

What a great place! We stayed at Wintergreen resort and took the family here after lunch one day. Fantastic homemade ice cream!

We take our kids here often. The ice cream and sorbet is amazing and the staff is very friendly. It's a great locally owned spot to stop in for ice cream or sorbet, milkshakes and floats, sundaes and other treats. It has indoor and outdoor seating. The season dictates their hours (off season is usually Thursday or Friday through Sunday), so be sure to double check their Facebook page or call to verify hours if necessary. read more

Nothin beats homemade hard ice cream made in small batches! The coffee, chocolate chip, and seasonal flavors are top notch!

Had the salted Carmel toffee ice cream delicious! Has the mini scoop @$3. It was so smooth and creamy.

The ice cream was delicious, the service friendly and we tried the egg nog (a new flavor offering) and it was superb and had a fresh creamy egg nog flavor. Highly recommend you stop in and try some no matter the weather! read more

Very nice, clean place. Super friendly staff. Some of the best ice cream I've had. Not just run of the mill stuff, their coffee and chocolate were something special, and they have tons of their own in-house flavors. Would definitely go back any time. read more

Super creamy and fresh maple walnut ice cream --loaded w walnuts! Excellent Coffee ice cream --friendly staff and pleasant outdoor seating

very good amazing customer service favorite place when ever me and my family come camping here