House Graeter has endured for more than one hundred and fifty years. Time does not grant such favor lightly, nor does it preserve houses without cause. This one was weighed and allowed to remain. Their frozen cream is sorcery--soft where ice should harden, warming the spirit though born of cold. No matter how long it rests in the deepest keep, it returns whole and unbroken. This bears no relation to the Golden Arch Tavern, where standards are discussed but rarely enforced, and where the ice-cream machine is so often fallen that many believe it legend. I conclude that High King Richard Graeter cannot be merely a man. Such mastery suggests knowledge beyond the common order--mystic arts, dark arts, or something older still. He is kin in spirit to High Wizard Jungle Jim, whose robes and spectacle stand as proof that magic yet walks among us. I favor the hall of House Graeter within the Vale of Spring, though high kings and common folk alike speak highly of Fountain Square, where this house holds court before the realm. The stewards of this house are attentive and gracious, serving with a care that suggests pride rather than obligation--a rarity in this age. Black Raspberry Chocolate Chip bears my seal--balanced and exact. Boldly Bearcat stands as a loyal companion, never the crown, yet always welcome at the table. When Graeter's is set before me, my stomach knows no bounds--and neither should yours. Let it be entered into record: the House of Golden Tongue stands with House Graeter against any foe. 10 out of 10. -The Food Lord, House of Golden Tongue read more

Stopped here for dessert after our dinner while in town for a long weekend get away. Some of thee best ice cream over ever had! Service was fast & friendly. Seemed pretty clean inside but it did stink, kinda smelled like a locker room. Not sure if it was from customers inside or what but... we got out ice cream to go so didn't bother us that much. The lemon meringue pie and Oregon strawberry is what I got and both were DELICIOUS! Would definitely get those again. Give this place a shot if you're in the mood for somethin sweet. read more

Graeter's Ice Cream - 2 scoop cup - Candy Stores Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Always love Graeters and this is one of the best locations. Staff is super nice and always willing to help. Too that with wonderful ice cream and it's well worth the stop. read more

Graeter's Ice Cream - Crème Brûlée ice cream Sundae. - Candy Stores Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I have some friends from Cincy and they told me I just had to try Graeter's ice cream. The service was outstanding!! The employees were so happy to give us the history of Graeter's and how the recipe hasn't changed since 1870. The raspberry chip was amazing- it was rich in flavor with massive chocolate chunks. It was so yummy, I went back the next day. The service was consistent. The second day, we sat inside and it was like stepping back in time. It was clean, spacious with old-time decor. It really is lovely! read more

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I was told this was a Cincinnati staple and I had to stop while I was in town.... I was not disappointed. Grater's was an interesting combo of morning pasty shop, ice cream parlor, and gift shop. A good ole fashioned ice cream parlor. Customer service from the young kids working on a Saturday night was phenomenal! They walked me through the menu explaining what they were known for and tailoring my tastes to their menu. I grabbed an ice cream shake with whipped cream and see why it came recommended! Definitely worth a stop to this Cincy staple! read more

Graeter's Ice Cream - Storefront - Candy Stores Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I've always had a good experience with Graeters products ....But whatever you do don't ever deal with management, especially at the store or the customer service for that matter I was really excited to try the Black raspberry chip donuts .. so I pre-ordered half a dozen and go pick them up and the store is boiling hot. The donuts were also very warm to touch like they had just been made drenched and glazed and then topped with sticky icing and chocolate chips. we couldn't even touch one of them. It was just a sloppy mess .. so I called the store. I said hey can I bring these back? It's not really what I was expecting. I did not know you guys drowned your whole doughnut and sweet glaze before icing the tops and plus they're so messy they're just going to stick to the box once they're cooled and chilled, and the girl on the phone told me that she was standing in for the manager and that he was off on a personal matter and good luck getting a callback she said the words take your chances and good luck getting a callback. It could be weeks or months before he call you back and I said oh really that seems pretty weird to say to discourage me from leaving my phone number and trying to get my money back. She's like oh yeah you can't have your money back. We don't take returns so of course I took them home and when I took them home, I put them in a refrigerator and just like I assumed they were so gloomy and sticky. They just stuck right to the box. It's like somebody had just dipped them in a big fat of glaze and put them in the box. She also told me on the phone that it didn't matter if the store was hot mind you two other customers were complaining about how hot it was inside, but she said that that didn't matter because the cases were kept cold, but she didn't get them from my case so that's probably part of the problem if you're gonna sell a product and represent Cincinnati you should probably stand behind your product. This is not standing behind your product so I called the one 800 number which the girl at the store told me that calling the main number for issues .. also the girl who answered the phone at the store told me that it would be useless to call the customer service main number because they only help with ice cream issues. I didn't believe that either so I called myself and the lady who answered that number corporate number I'm assuming or I don't know she was very nice. She took all my information and said she'd make a note of everything and try to get me my money back but it's been an entire week. I haven't heard anything no text ,no call ,no reaching .out .so yeah I think I'll stick to buying the pints at the store because I'm never dealing with an in-store situation again.I refuse to pay for an inedible product .. I tried to give them away but when I show them to people they're like yeah no thanks...They were so drenched that even after refrigerating they were soggy ..Who makes donuts like this . read more

Graeter's Ice Cream - Candy Stores Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

This was my first time checking out a Graeter's, and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised! Despite being a multi-state chain, they had a very welcoming and homey feel. They have a wide variety of flavors, both traditional and unique, alongside a sizable bakery. Any person with a sweet tooth will find themselves satisfied at this Graeter's and I assume and location nationwide. read more

Excellent ice cream at a reasonable price. The owner and staff were very friendly and extremely helpful. If you're visiting the area this a must stop. read more

Went to visit our son there this past March and we ended up here almost every night for desserts. The ice cream was really good. I love dark chocolate/chocolate and they have a few I loved. The Dutch milk, double chocolate chip, and dark chocolate brownie. If your like me, get these flavors. Cute place and plenty of seating. The staff was super friendly and were not annoyed at us wanting to taste test. and there were 5 of us. They were really helpful and ask question to better help us pick the right one we were wanting. That really set the mood for us in our wanting to come back again. When you find a place that is super friendly, helpful, and great tasting products-this place is fantastic! Highly recommend!! read more

The ice cream is always delicious but I don't understand the tip jar???they r scooping ice cream in a cone

This ice cream is good! Ambience is a little sterile a little music would along ways. You can hear everyone's conversations. Great treats of all kinds from cakes to candies Easy quick wait. Very friendly staff read more

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The inside of this Graeter's is quite big. The ambiance is casual, and there are enough spots to sit down and enjoy your ice cream. The workers were all very friendly, patient and attentive. I thought it was cute that they also sell Graeter's merch at the front of the shop. Although the ice cream is on the pricier side ($5+ for one scoop), I had a good time and I would come back to try more flavors off the menu. Below are my reviews: *Black Raspberry Chocolate Chip - This flavor is the whole reason why I had to try out Graeter's. I am not from the area, but I heard a lot of hype about the Black Raspberry Chocolate Chip flavor, and I am happy to say it did not disappoint. Even though I am not a big fan of chocolate, the chocolate chips in this ice cream were delicious. They were big and chunky, but not hard to eat. The ice cream itself has a velvety smooth texture. You can taste hints of the black raspberry, which is fruity and sweet but not overly sweet. This is easily one of my favorite ice cream flavors of all time. *Brown Butter Bourbon Pecan - This flavor has a very strong bourbon taste, perfect for people who enjoy that. I personally wasn't a fan of this flavor because to me it tasted like spiked toothpaste, but that's just my personal opinion. I still recommend it for people who enjoy the taste of bourbon. read more

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Fantastic yummy treats!! Excellent customer service and choices! Ice cream, cakes, cookies, fun gift items. Go get ya some!! read more

It's Elena Blueberry Pie ice cream month so I had to drop in for a scoop. I love to support a good cause and get something yummy in the process. This location has a nice seating area and fast service. read more

(5) ~ Excellent! One of the Best Graeter's I've been too...very spaceous, with their Full Product Lines, ie Baked Goods; Take-Home Products, as well as Full Service Ice Cream Bar. MENU: ** Black Raspberry Chocolate Chip = (5) Definitely the Gold Standard! The texture is more dense and the "Chocolate Chip" is a misnomer; these are like mini Chocolate Bars;)lol read more

My wife loves ice cream, so of course we had to stop at Graeter's while in the Cincinnati area. They have a excellent selection, let her have samples, and of course the ice cream is great! read more

Best ice cream I've ever had when I was a child and again now many decades later. Super creamy and rich not full of fluff and air like a lot of other ice cream. Worth every single calorie! read more

Oh Graeter's how I love thee!!! So yeah I am obsessed with Graeter's and have been going once a week lately. I live in Columbus but was visiting my grandparents who live in Fairfield and I told them I wanted to go to Graeter's after a true Cincy dinner at Skyline! They humored me and we went to this location since it was the closest to their house and somewhat near the Skyline. This Graeter's is pretty big! A lot more offerings than what we see in the Columbus locations! They have various candies, chocolates, pastries, frozen cakes, tons of apparel and of course....the best ice cream known to man! I knew I wanted a triple dip cone with double chocolate chip, vanilla and strawberry. To be honest, I didn't even think I could finish it, but I straight up DEVOURED it! My family couldn't believe it. I couldn't quite tell if they were impressed or disgusted (keep in mind, we had just come from Skyline, so it's not like I hadn't eaten all day). It was so satisfying as I knew it would be. The staff here was also super nice. I love Graeter's so much that I came prepared in my Homage Graeter's t-shirt and signature Graeter's hat! The associate scooping my cone was like "Wow...you really came in ready for this." lol! They probably thought I was a nerd, but that's ok. We sat in one of the many indoor tables as we enjoyed our treats. My cousin had never had a milkshake from Graeter's before so I urged him to try one. He said it was one of the best shakes he had ever had (duh!). All in all, I have never met a Graeter's I didn't like and this one is no exception. Keep scoopin the good stuff and I plan to be back soon! read more

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This place has the best ice cream. If you have time you have to go here. There's a flavor for everyone in the family. Get a double scoop and get 2 different flavors. read more

I turned 70 today!!!! For years I have known Greaters will give you a free scoop of ice cream on your birthday but I have never gone to get it! I decided to do it today on my 70th birthday walking in with my drivers license in had to "prove " it was my birthday. Upon being wished I happy birthday I was told I did not qualify since I was not a rewards member! What a crock! Guess how many people I will be telling this story to??? read more

One last stop before our flight back home to Atlanta. We've heard good reviews from our good friend about their ice cream. I decided to go for a milkshake instead of a scoop of ice cream. Definitely worth my money! I choose the Vienna coffee flavor and vanilla syrup. It was a lovely combo which turned out pretty fantastic! Good spot for desserts and nice service. read more

Graeter's Ice Cream - Candy Stores Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Graeter's is a lifelong favorite of course and we've visited most locations in Cincy. Until the drive thru one opened at Jungle Jim's, this was our closest location to Fairfield. The past few years, this locale was getting a bit banged up. Sometimes not so fresh looking. It is usually clean and tidy and usually has lovely employees, but this one needs a little facelift to keep up with its ritzy cousins up the road. That being said, today it was remarkably clean and the gentleman team lead (Sunday at 530ish) was very on top of things. Sometimes I purposely head to west Chester Graeter's, but I think I'll swap back to my childhood location since they are really doing a great job here. Bonus - this one has a bakery, too and Graeter's has the DL best donuts in Cincy. Yep, I said it. Try any chip flavor and you'll be a little Cincinnati in your soul for life. Now go have a coney. Xoxo read more

Love the donuts, pastries, cakes - especially the ice cream cakes, and of course the delicious ice cream too. They even have pet treats which my dog can't get enough of. read more

Had the Madagascar vanilla bean and the maple cinnamon crunch. The maple cinnamon crunch was one of the best flavors I've ever had. The texture of the ice cream is really good (solid hard dip). Similar to Jenis. read more

Graeter's Ice Cream - Maple Cinnamon Crunch and Madagascar Vanilla Bean. SO GOOD! - Candy Stores Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Damn good ice cream, milkshakes, and other desserts. I take 1 star away for 2 reasons...Prices and United Dairy Farmers. UDF is my go to, but Graeter's is a close 2nd. read more

The nicest people work here! Plus the ice cream is amazing! Will be on my must do list the next time I am in Cincinnati!

What a great location! I stopped in to use my birthday reward before it expired, as the location near home is closed for remodel. Everyone working here was so friendly and sweet, including the manager! It is pretty big on the inside with a bakery area, ice cream counter, and several seating areas. There is plenty of parking as it has its own parking lot. I had the S'more ice cream which was delicious! read more

Graeter's is what you want in an ice cream shop. The interior smells of sugar and spice and is crisp like you associate with ice cream. The floors are white tile and you have brass fittings everywhere to remind you of an old-timey soda-fountain. I also like that the kid that scooped the ice cream took obvious pride in the product, saying "Graeters is the best Ice Cream in Cincinnati... Maybe the State... Maybe the Country." I don't know about the best Ice Cream in the country, and I haven't tried everywhere in the state... but it is darn good ice cream. And gelato -- which they have as well (which is basically ice cream but using milk instead of cream to reduce the milkfat texture). We had the chocolate mint gelato and the black cherry chip ice cream. One nice customer service note: my wife asked if we could get a single scoop but half of each flavor in that scoop. This was obviously not something that was a standard Graeter's offering and may be the first time he was ever asked. Instead of just doing what would have been easy and say no, he said "I'll certainly try!" and proceeded to do so. So, it's safe to say I'm a fan of Graeters Ice Cream. read more

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We like to stop at this store when we drive through Cincinnati heading south this is usually two or three times a year with the exception of the Covid year. The ice cream is still great but something has happened to the store. The displays have been dramatically reduced, the floors are filthy and the restroom floors are disgusting. When this was brought to the managers attention he displayed an attitude saying he hadn't got to the floors yet. A look in the corners will tell you they haven't got to the floors in a long time, Especially around the coffee bar. read more

The cleanest and best operated Graeter's location we have patronized. They have a large bakery and candy counter, too, so your sweet tooth can be satisfied beyond just the time of your visit. read more

Graeter's Ice Cream - Classic! Dutch chocolate, chopped pecans and whipped cream. - Candy Stores Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

It really is the best dang ice cream. If you like chocolate, their "chips" are huge so it's like eating a candy bar in your ice cream. Haha.

I have been to this location a few times. I have found that their scoops are generally larger than some of the other locations I have been to. The ice cream is always good. They are generally nice about letting customers try different flavors. Cup are near the drinking fountain so patrons may easily get water. The store is always neat and tidy. There is a lot in both the front and back for parking. Now for the bad. I was sooo... excited to get a brownie sundae. I watched as the sundae was constructed. The house made brownie was taken out of a plastic container and put in the bowl first. The other were added. I took my sundae to the table and dug in. I was beyond disappointed when my spoon cut into the brownie. Hard and dry is the only way to describe it. I was crestfallen. Hoping this is not a regular occurance, I am keeping this review at 4 stars. read more

Graeter's Ice Cream - Brownie sundae with Elana's blueberry pie. - Candy Stores Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

milkies banged but made my innards toss and turn, not my boy graeter's fault tho. I endured.

When in Cincinnati or Columbus, do yourself a favor and treat yourself to a scoop of Graeter's Ice Cream. I had the Chunky Chunky Hippo and it was simply divine! Toffee swirled in vanilla ice cream with chunks of milk chocolate chunks and a generous portion of peanuts in each scoop. If your buds enjoy salty (from the toffee) with a balance of sweetness from the other ingredients then this scoop is for you. read more

Graeter's Ice Cream - Candy Stores Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Black Cherry Chip! It will change your ice cream life! Upon entering the store, three young employees were behind the counter chatting. When I walked up and told them this was my first visit, they all immediately turned their attention to me sharing their favorite flavors and best sellers. They also offered me samples of any of the flavors making me feel like a valued customer. The ice cream itself was amazing creamy with chunks of real cherries (and even a cherry pit in one bite) and tasty chocolate. I will say that the chocolate chips are more like nickel sized disks, but if you like chocolate it wont bother you. Also, my waffle cone was fresh and crisp. There is nothing as disappointing as eating great ice cream and eventually making your way to a stale cone. I can't wait to try more flavors after discovering it is sold at my local Fresh Market. read more

The people that work there are nice and attentive, the food is delicious, come on, it's ice cream & all of the stuff I couldn't have as a kid! Yum read more

My favorite ice cream in the Cincinnati area. I tend to get the same black cherry with chocolate chunks. It's creamy and dreamy and probably loaded with calories. read more

Graeter's Ice Cream - Candy Stores Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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This is my personal favorite Graeter's location. The ice cream is universally fabulous at all of the Graeter's stores, but this one was just perfectly located along the Princeton cross-country team's regular route. There is nothing at all like running a few miles and rewarding yourself with ice cream. Old habits die hard - I STILL run to the ice cream store, only it's in Chicago and isn't nearly as good as Graeter's. Maybe I'll see if Oprah is still mail-ordering pints and ask her to add a few for me. read more

This is our first visit and was pleasantly surprised by how good the ice cream tasted. My daughters cotton candy actually tasted like cotton candy. Cookie dough was excellent too. read more

Graeter's Ice Cream - Candy Stores Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

The service from the manager of this location is top notch! He will make sure to provide the proper amount of dry ice for a long trip to make sure the ice cream stays frozen. Coolers are also available if you do not have your own to use. We couldn't have asked for better service and will definitely be back if we are in the neighborhood again. read more