Madison is lacking in good, artisanal ice cream spots - but this one fills that gap tremendously! That and the business's continued mission of donating a portion of their profits to local social justice organizations makes it a no-brainer for you to stop by and spend your money here. This is my must-go spot when I have friends visiting from out of town. The flavors are constantly rotating, but if you follow their Instagram they update it with whats in stock. There is some indoor seating and outdoor as well during the summer months. I don't think I've ever had anything I *disliked* here. But the stand out flavors for me includes: lavender honeycomb, harvest moon, and fluffy the mint slayer! read more

Ice Cream Social - Ice cream flight - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Highly recommend Ice Cream Social the next time you have a sweet tooth! So many delicious flavors, it was hard to pick! Heads up - not alot of seating here, but it was still a great vibe :) read more

Ice Cream Social - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Can't go wrong with ice cream in the summer. I really liked the hot girl summer (blueberry with some crunchy thing). Taking off a star because I thought it was actually too sweet. Might have to go back to see if this was because of the specific flavors I got. read more

Ice Cream Social - Hot girl summer - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

ICS is usually busy (sometimes with a line out the door) and understandably so as it is some of the best in Madison. Unique flavors that often change, it is a great spot to stop in. It's a small footprint but in nicer weather, there are picnic tables outside for those not wanting to scarf down their cups/cones in their car. Price point reflects the quality of the ingredients they use and it is worth it. Also appreciate that their business model donates a portion of their proceeds to local non-profits. So while you may feel guilty about your calorific intake, you can rest easily that you are helping others. read more

Harvest moon flavor is unreal. I dream about it daily. I'm also partial to the browned butter flavor. Such a cute little shop with the friendliest of staff. We make it a point to stop by each time we are in town even if we are already stuffed from our last meal. read more

Ice Cream Social - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

cute little ice cream shop with creative flavors! the service was great!! the worker helping us was super friendly and she let us sample flavors! and was very generous with the amount too :) i decided to get the sweet corn flavor, "Aw, Shucks!" bc it has corn from a local Wisconsin farm, Nehner Family Farms, and i really love supporting local businesses! It was also swirled in with caramel which made the ice cream taste like a mild kettle corn! really yummy ice cream!! had it with a maple waffle cone and it added some molasses flavor and sweetness! great crunch too~ sampled the basil peach flavor and it was a strong contender, wish i lived in WI so i could come back :( The inside is fairly small, with only a few tables and chairs but luckily we came when there weren't many people so we snagged a seat also i love their cause! they frequently donate part of their profits that support communities of color, women, LGBTQIA, and many other important social issues :) !!! read more

Ice Cream Social - Aw, shucks! (Sweet corn ice cream) - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Ice cream social is a really cute shop down near the hospital. It has a fun and quirky vibe that makes it great for meeting up with a few friends. Ice cream has a tendency to be either too expensive or too cheap tasting, but this place finds a nice niche with its creative rotating selection of flavors. It is on the pricey side of ice cream but it's unique and quality enough to justify the price. You never know what you will find at Ice cream social. I suggest trying out the weirdest flavor they have available because it always tastes so unique and yet so good. The people working the counter consistently are nice and seem to have fun serving ice cream. They are fairly generous with offering tastes of different kinds if you are having a hard time choosing. Best ice cream in Madison! read more

Ice Cream Social - All Mallows Eve (Chocolate and Marshmallow) - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

I had walked past this ice cream shop a few times and it's next to Pasture and Plenty. I generally prefwr frozen custard (Kopps, Giles, etc in MKE). I finally decided to bring home a pint after browsing through their many unique flavors. I chose the Aw Shucks since it's likely the end of corn season--and sweet corn is such a big deal here in the Midwest. A pint was $12, which I first thought was a little pricey, but I learned they use high-quality ingredients, and donate 10% to social justice cause, so it made sense. Once I tried it at home, it was pretty good. The corn flavor was quite subtle. Overall, it was still an enjoyable and good choice of ice cream. I will be back for peach or basil s they rotate their flavors often. read more

Ice Cream Social - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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Amazing ice cream, the flavors feel really "pure" compared to other ice creams. Also nice service and small shop. read more

Ice Cream Social - Double scoop with waffle cone pieces and chocolate chunks, flavors were A Flavor for Lindsey, Harvest Moon, and Honey Black Raspberry - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

A go-to for me and my besties in the summer! They have a smaller selection but the choices are always changing and unique. They have several gluten free and dairy free options, these also rotate! A cool aspect of this small business is that part of their proceeds go to local non-profits! The inside is smaller for seating but there are some comfy outdoor seating options as well with sun protection. They place us always clean and well kept with kind staff! One note is that cars often bottom out when going in/out of their parking lot, so I park on the street when it's available. read more

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Ice cream social is the BEST ice cream in Madison! The flavors change frequently and impress me every time I visit. They are absolutely amazing and so unique. The ice cream itself is always so fresh and thick. Not only is the ice cream amazing, but the business itself is worth supporting. I LOVE that a portion of all purchases go to different non profits. The staff and owner are absolutely wonderful. I am so glad this space is open in Madison and that I have the opportunity so support a business that stands up for what's right. read more

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I think this is the best ice cream in Madison. They have limited flavors and are constantly changing them out. It's so fun to try the new flavors, and it's the highest quality ice cream I've had in Wisconsin. The servers are super nice and always happy to give samples. It's a small spot, so plan to take it with you or visit in good weather so you can sit outside. read more

This little place was adorable and delicious. Modern branding and decor are met with an incredible smell as you walk in. I quickly learned this was from their maple waffle cones which are to die for. The staff was super friendly and let me sample a bunch of flavors. We opted for browned butter, and honey pineapple. They seem like they cycle flavors a lot but everything I tasted was super good. Nice cream coating, a huge flavor load, and the consistency was perfect. Ice cream lovers, look out for this one. read more

Ice Cream Social - Maple waffle cones? Absolutely yes. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Limited flavors. Cool vibe but small Shop. Nice outside sitting area. A 3 because of the limited flavors and it was too hipster for me. Ice cream was very good. read more

An absolute must for ice cream in Madison! There was a small line that moved fast, and there was plenty of parking in the parking lot or street. I got the GOAT ice cream flavor in a cup, which features goat cheese ice cream with berry swirl, and holy smokes, it was phenomenal. I cannot wait to come back here! read more

I went on a weekday evening. There was some traffic, but not too crazy. I went for a 3 scoop flight - cloud 9, cherry styles and berry corny. All 3 were excellent flavors and the ice cream was really creamy. I am convinced all flavors here will be real good. They have a small parking lot. I could have parked there. But I parked right outside before noticing the lot. There were a couple of tables inside, and some tables outside. Inside, it is a small shop. Someone makes icecream cones right there. And the cones were really good. Try either as an icecream in a cone or the cone as an icecream topping. read more

Ice Cream Social - Cherry styles, berry corny, cloud 9 with waffles topping - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Delicious flavors, polite service, bright decor, peppy music. What's not to love. This is our go to spot for a tasty sweet treat. And with 8 ice cream flavors we can always find something we like. read more

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I just love this ice cream shop. They have rotating flavors which are so unique and they taste amazing. They also have vegan options and I believe they are also gluten free. I love their ice cream flight as you get to choose 3 different flavors. My partner and I used to go here every week until we had to move to nyc. Trust me when I tell you that even NYC doesn't have an ice cream shop which comes close to this one and their flavors. The best part is that this is a safe space ‍ read more

Kat and her team are warm, welcoming and fantastic liaisons for a small, local small business. Everything being gluten-free [even the homemade mix-ins] makes it so much easier to decide! She loves her customers, and her caring shows. Each creation I've ever had has been FANTASTIC and I've been a customer since the very beginning. Make a plan to visit! read more

Ice Cream Social - Deliciousness. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

As someone with celiac, it can be really difficult to go to ice cream shops. Ice Cream Social has exceeded my expectations every time I visit and I have never had a flavor I do not like. I appreciate how unique they make their ice cream flavors because they are flavors that I never thought I'd be able to try again. The cones are delicious and I love siting outside whenever possible. read more

Love love love love this place!! Cute little shop not that far from UW Hospital. Their flavors rotate and they are closed on Wednesdays for production. I have been there three times and today's trip was just as delicious as the other two. Service with a smile every time! You must go if you have the chance. read more

Ice Cream Social - Summer at Grandma's in a waffle cone. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Love love love every flavor! When I used to purchase online, I got so sad when I finished a pint. Now I have options and can stop by after work! The scoop shop is so cute and offers so much! I love that the flavors will rotate and that I can grab a pint for myself and a pup cup for my furkid. Highly recommend getting a flight for yourself or to share with a friend/family/partner! I love that the ice cream is also gluten free as are the waffle cones! Favorite flavor this visit: The Song of Fire & Ice - maple ice cream with spiced pecans from Nutkrack! Parking lot next door or plenty of street parking! read more

I love the story behind Ice Cream Social and it's inspiring to see the growth of what it's become now. I'll let you read her story on her website but the motto to know is "small batches for big change." In the beginning when ordered were only going through Instagram, you had to be online and DM right on the dot to get one of the coveted pints. Small batches indeed but so worth it! I appreciate the aesthetic of the brand, the cause of donating a portion of the proceeds to organizations fighting for social justice, and the creativity of the flavors (and names) of each ice cream batch! There are so many unique flavors and I was able to order the 'All Mallows Eve' a spooky delicious treat that's not overly sweet. My weakness is dark chocolate and mixed with marshmallow fluff is a dream. Highly recommend. Congratulations on your continued success. You can currently shop on their site and pick up is at Plasture and Plenty. Looks like a brick and mortar is coming soon! Please deliver to California! read more

Ice Cream Social - Ice cream social - so delicious! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

This is such a cute little spot away from downtown, but still surrounded by lots of shops. The staff are the absolute sweetest, and the flavors are so unique and always changing. They do have a corner store so there is a good amount of parking available in a lot as well as street parking. Prices are super comparable to other ice cream spots, and the whole shop exude ones and calming vibes. read more

Read the story behind the founding, check the hours (currently long weekend type schedule), and get here to order the ice cream flight. There are a myriad of continually changing inventive flavors. Limiting to three flavors out of the week's selections is tough! The deal here is specially crafted small batches, unique flavor combinations, themed flavors and seasonal flavors which I adore, and offerings to meet the different dietary needs out there which I appreciate for inclusivity. Go on Instagram so you are in the know on this week's flavors! Need to know info: I was there in October with a small group and we took up one of the outdoor tables. There was just one little table inside. So just be advised it's small. Sitting down and hanging out for a long time indoors, this is not a shop for that. Ice Cream Social is the type of business that makes Madison what it is. Much needed, valued, and worthy of your support! read more

You walk into a well lit visually inspired area. There is a small single table seating area. The usual ice cream glass display area, staffed by friendly extremely pleasant staff. They offer taste to help you choose. The ice cream is very creamy and the flavor profiles are unique but blend extremely well. Once you get to the waffle cone, it is a delicacy. Surprising crisp with a flavor you will cherish. To top it off the give a portion back to the community. Wonderful! read more

Ice Cream Social - Creamy son of a nut cracker with a waffle cone to die for! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

One of our favorite spots in Madison! Their homemade waffle cones are outstanding (the smell in the store alone when they make up a batch will keep you coming back. Service is always fantastic and scoopers will let you try flavors to find the one that suits you. I love the creative ice cream flavors and names. Flavors are always rotating which keeps us coming back. The old standbys: chocolate buttermilk and brown butter are reliable favorites. We are also obsessed with Purple Rain, Cherry Styles and so many more. This cute little shop is definitely worth the stop! read more

It's week two of their brick and mortar store. While I couldn't attend opening weekend, I might have to say this is a curse and blessing considering I live so close. I've been keeping a close eye on their Instagram to see what flavors were in store for this weekend. There was a line when I showed up a little after 3 but it moves quick. I ordered a flight because who really wants one scoop only? I'd say this would be good for two people although I'd claim to be a hypocrite since I'm devouring a flight by myself. get the waffle cone pieces! Blueberry muffin: literally tastes like a blueberry Opa's birthday cake: has a bit more texture which I enjoy, I'd say sweeter than the blueberry The best is yet to crumble: HOLY MOLY LET ME GET A PINT. It's not as sweet as the other two. There's a pop of tart that really sets off the sweet ice cream vibe. Lots of textures that I love. Last week I had been eyeing up a lavender honeycomb so I'll be keeping my eyes peeled for that. While my body can tolerate gluten and lactose, I can't even tell the difference. **not all flavors are lactose free** I hope this place lasts forever in Madison. They really are bringing their own style to ice cream that sets them apart from the rest. I bought a pre packed pint for a friend who couldn't make it back in time to try the flavors he wanted to. They didn't have any of the best is yet to crumble prepacked but they did it right there when I was to pay. Seating is very limited, maybe 2-4 people, but surely, I can this place running long lines come summer. Easily to stroll around the neighborhood or walk to the lake a few blocks away. Edit 4/10/2022 Best ranking flavors so far. I come here almost weekly... 1. the best is yet to crumb 2. roasted banana 3. lavender honeycomb 4. saturday morning cartoons read more

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This is a great little ice cream shop with interesting flavors. I got the song of ice and fire flavor which had maple and cayenne and chili candied pecans. This place had some great interesting flavors. It's a little expensive though. read more

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The cutest store front. The best ice cream and a great cause on top of it. ICS gives back part of their earnings to social justice causes quarterly and has done this from the beginning. If that isn't enough the owner makes all of the ice cream and mix ins from scratch and spends hours creating their product to ensure it is perfection. Oh. And it's Gluten Free. Chocolate Shoppe could never. read more

to die for ice cream, sweetest employees, adorable storefront. I couldn't ask for more!

Ice cream social is amazing! Their flavors are inventive, unique, and rotating so you can try something new and fun every time you go. The staff is kind, and the vibes and decor are very cute. Plus they have dog friendly options! And they stand up for what they believe in. A great place to go! read more

LOVE! What started as a tiny, in-home ice cream hobby has turned into this! An incredibly charming and welcoming space for deliciously unique ice cream and goodies, and great service. The effort and creativity put into each batch of ice cream is unmatched. It's abundantly clear that this is a labor of love. read more

Delicious ice cream and creative recipes! This is a truly homegrown local business where the owner truly cares about the product! I remember the humble beginnings of ice cream social and am so happy that those human rights and social causes are still being supported by them today. Can't wait to visit again soon! read more

Really love the idea of gluten free ice cream. However for those with other allergies such as nuts, there seems to be a lack of proper process to prevent cross contamination. I visited the place and was looking for a small cone. The only way they can guarantee safety was if you buy an entire pint which is a lot more ice cream than necessary. This place can learn from other successful boutique ice cream shops such as salt and stale where they would just open the pint and scoop a cone out of it to fulfill the order. I think there are rooms for process improvement especially for a shop that touts and caters those with special dietary needs. read more

I have been obsessed with Ice Cream Social since she was doing small batches in June 2020 and you had to call DIBS! on Instagram every Friday at exactly noon. This ice cream is so delicious and unique and it is so cool to have seen the evolution of this business. Women-owned businesses are the best!!! The scoop shop is amazing and I highly recommend. read more

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I have been following Ice Cream Social since they started as online only business in 2020. I absolutely loved the story behind the shop and their stance on social justice. The owner, Katrina, donates the money from her weekly ice cream sales to organizations in the local community fighting for social and racial equity. Not only is the story amazing, but the ice cream is beyond delicious! It's made from scratch in Madison. They frequently switch out their unique flavors and all the ice cream is gluten free (not that you can tell). So far, I've only tried the monster cookie ice cream. It was absolutely amazing- m&ms and cookie dough in every bite. The ice cream base is so creamy and delicious on its own as well. I can't wait to go back and try more flavors! The shop itself is SO cute! If you've followed Ice Cream Social on Instagram, you know Katrina put her heart and soul into every detail. She hand stained the ice cream bar, designed the sign, picked out all the different paints (possibly painted the shop too) and more. The shop has accent colors of dark blues, yellows, corals, pinks, and whites. It's such a cute combination of colors and works perfectly with all the LED signs and hanging pendant lights. Their official opening date is on Friday, March 11th. You NEED to check it out! read more

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Ice Cream Social is incredible! I started buying pints from Katrina during the pandemic - I've probably bought at least 20 so far. The flavors are unique and delicious. And the ice cream stays reasonably soft in the freezer, which is a huge bonus. My favorite thing to get at the shop is a flight so that I can try 3 different flavors, because it is hard to choose just one! I highly recommend getting waffle cone pieces as your topping. It's too hard to choose a favorite flavor! I don't like the ones with jam as much (personal preference), but I've enjoyed every flavor I have tried. read more

Ice Cream Social - Ice cream flight - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Unique flavors you're never going to realize how much you missed in life until your first bite (lick?) After getting pick-ups since early on in the pandemic from Katrina, the founder, to support her donations to a variety of social justice organizations, we're so excited to be able to continue to do so on a regular basis at this brick and mortar location! Seriously the best ice cream you're going to find - make sure to stock up on some of the take-home pints! We're partial to Song of Fire and Ice (a maple-base ice cream with spicy & crunchy pecans) and the new blueberry flavor was incredible as well. So many gluten-free options (even the waffle cones!) and pup-cups too. read more

Ice Cream Social - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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This shop is the definition of "started from the bottom now we're here." From a community kitchen small batch online dibs system to a full brick and mortar cute shop, things have come so far. The owner and crew are amazing and so personable. And the flavors and quality of the ice cream are second to none. Every time I'm here it's impossible to just get one scoop. Try the flavor you think you won't like. Be surprised. I dare ya! You'll thank me later. read more

Ice Cream Social - I guess we'll share - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin