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    Hoffman Brothers ice cream

    4.9 (27 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Nancy L.

    We had a hankering for some ice cream. Checked out Yelp, and some great reviewers pointed to Hoffman Parking was a challenge. There was some construction blocking the parking spaces (signs were posted) right in front of the store front. Across the street, however is a Post Office, which allows 20 minutes for PO customers. Ideally though, you'd park in front of. A small store, with two doors (in and out) as you move down the line. One brother was busily scooping. The menu board doesn't look like it has changed since they opened, but I guess why change with a successful formula. I chose the two scoop coffee Oreo and my husband the two scoop key lime pie. Glad I got the cup because it was a warm day and I knew I couldn't lick it fast enough before it melted, lol Coffee Oreo was great! Ice cream was dense and choc full of Oreos. Key lime pie was crunchy, thick and tart which my husband devoured. He said if we lived close, we would visit a lot. Fortunately when we visited, we had a short wait. But I could easily envision long lines. There was a steady stream of customers, which testified to others having tasted the goods. Price was reasonable. When I asked for the 2 scoop, the young man said for a dollar more, I could get a pint. So bear that in mind in case you want more than the 2 scoop or want to share with a loved one. Have tasted great ice cream like Steve's (the original in Somerville MA, Pat Mitchell's in Binghamton NY, etc) and this ranks among them. Real dairy taste and tasty flavors. If you appreciate ice cream, you've got to visit Hoffman's Brothers.

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    Amy S.

    My sister insisted that we had to go here for ice cream. I love the back story of how this started. The young man who helped us was very pleasant. The shop is small, no seating. The flavors that we tried are: Key lime pie- tart Roasted strawberry- tangy and sweet Black cherry chunk- good Mint chocolate chip- good Peanut butter something- it was amazing. All the flavors were delicious. Definitely will stop by next time we are in Frederick.

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    Juan L.

    Supper nice and friendly, with amazing ice cream. The honey gram ice cream is a must try!

    Andy N.

    Friday Night must do this Summer. 5stars. Descent selection and very tasty. Highly recommend.

    Dennis H.

    My 16-year-old son opened this Ice Cream Shop. So I admit that I'm incredibly biased (and proud). But, honestly, the ice cream is fantastic. Try it!

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    The best ice cream I have had in a while, Ariyn and Sam were super nice. Great service too.

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    Absolutely one of a kind, delicious ice cream. This is a must go to place when you're in Frederick Maryland.

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    Delicious ice cream and friendly service. Just have a plan for where you will to eat it, because there is no seating inside or outside.

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    Just a simple storefront ice cream shop with fantastic ice cream. Great service and a good-sized scoop.

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    Amazing ice cream and great service! Super cute spot. Tried it today and will definitely be back!

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