You could imagine my delight when I spotted a Jeni's in CHARLOTTE!? Of course we had to make a stop in! Jeni's continues to offer really fun flavors made well and even in non-dairy options (hooray for vegan flavors!) It's always a conundrum when there's more than 1 vegan-friendly flavor for me but they weren't busy so I got to try all of them. Sadly I was only able to narrow it down to two flavors - banana dream pudding (I'm usually not into banana but this is GOOD!) and peppermint patty. It was a weird combo but it worked! Thankfully they had regular sugar cones so that was vegan-friendly as well. The bf had a waffle cone and filled it with cookies in cream. A splendid time was had. Five Stars. Always. read more

5 stars, always and forever I've been a long time fan of Jeni's and it is easily my favorite ice cream shop around. No matter how many new places pop up, nothing ever compares to the quality and creativity they bring to every single scoop. You can always taste the difference. The flavors are always so thoughtfully done, from the classics to the more unique combinations they come out with season by season. It's the kind of place where you end up trying something new every time and somehow it becomes your new favorite. The South End location is such a great spot too. They have seating both inside and outside which makes it perfect whether you want to sit and enjoy a sunny day or just take a quick break while you're out walking around. It always feels like a little reset in the middle of the day. And the team there truly makes the experience. Every time I go in, they are so kind, patient, and so beyond helpful when you're deciding between flavors which is not easy to do. You can tell they actually care This place never disappoints and is one of those spots I keep coming back to again and again. Absolute favorite. read more

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Great location in south end but definitely overrated/overpriced. Ice cream is ice cream though, so I could never be too harsh. They do have a great variety of flavors- I sampled the goat cheese raspberry and some other cheesecake. Goat cheese was bizarre but fun to try; I ended up getting a standard scoop of a salted caramel chocolate chunk or something along those lines. It was tasty but for $5+, I would appreciate more than a golf ball sized scoop. The line was well out the door; about 20mins to even get inside, but they work as quick as they can to keep it moving. There are a couple seats inside, plus a little water dispenser and some prepacked pints available to take home. @azfitfoodfun read more

Perfect spot if you're walking around south end after dinner stopped by for dessert ! it's the perfect spot to grab some fresh ice cream ! They offer a variety of flavour including some Bridgerton inspired flavours like queen charlottes sponge cake ! I chose the salted peanut butter and chocolate chunks which was amazing ! Highly recommended! read more

Love me some Jeni's! We need one in Mableton & Smyrna, GA I get the BROWN BUTTER ALMOND BRITTLE with the waffle cone! Masterpiece. Jeni's can do no wrong Service was prompt. Very sweet young lady took my order And it's tucked in the perfect spot for you to enjoy & people watch now that's an ambiance read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

After a great dinner at Hawker's, it was a no brainer to drop into Jeni's right across the courtyard. With big windows and a bright vintage style sign, it draws you in, and the smells hit you before you even open the door. They have a fairly big selection, and I landed on the Brown Butter Almond Brittle ice cream. They measure in half size scoops, so two scoops is what would be one scoop at many other ice cream shops. I got mine in a waffle bowl which they make in the shop. It had a great sweet flavor, though the bowl was a bit on the soggy side. Of course the ice cream was good, though I felt it was expensive for what you got. One scoop in a waffle bowl was $8.79. I'd have it again if I'm nearby, but not going to go out of my way. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

The place was packed. But what can you expect when the ice cream is so delicious. I love this ice cream and clearly so do others. The line was out of the store. And the shop is pretty small in the inside but there is stool seating near the window. It was very loud because it was busy but the staff was super kind, patient, and helpful. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I agree with all the other folks on here; Jeni's is awesome! The staff are so cool and you can get samples before deciding. Sadly, i won't be back. I am an old fashioned ice cream fella. You can have all your fancy flavors (get off my lawn!!!) but can we get one Rocky Road or Pralines and Cream? By the way, from the outside it looks like a Norman Rockwell painting. read more

Best part is there's some many flavors to choose from and most of them were Gluten free which it was a PLUS!! We sample a few flavors and we end up deciding to get their Gooey Butter cake [Cream cheese ice cream layered with crumbles of vanilla cake and a swirl of caramel-butterscotch sauce] & Apple crumble cake read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

The ice cream is pretty good. Not anything super crazy but solid ice cream. I really like how you can try up to 4 different flavors in your bowl or cone. I also like that they have seasonal flavors to mix up the menu. This location in South End is great. It does get crowded but the line moves decently quick. There is a good amount of outdoor seating and it is in a cute area. The employees were nice but it's an ice cream shop so you don't have much interaction with them. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Opaque, brambleberry crisp, and milkiest chocolate - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Phenomenal flavor options! Be sure to sample them because there are so many incredible choices! I LOVE their creativity in coming up with novel flavors that just simply aren't offered anywhere else. Their boldness and innovation is never disappointing. Even their sweet potato fall flavor was delicious!! (I know, it sounds gross but trust me) If you go in the evening or during the summer, expect a wait here but the line moves quickly. I recommend coming during the day and you'll move quickly through. The store is very small so you can't eat inside usually and you'll be waiting outside for most of the time which kinda stinks when trying to choose a flavor. But the inside is adorable and kept very clean once you make it inside. Good amount of seating options outside after you order. I appreciate the barstools they have immediately outside since the tables usually are full read more

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Delicious ice cream in several different flavors. Friendly service and you can try flavors too

Jeni's has truly become a staple in the Charlotte ice cream scene. Whether you're a longtime local or just visiting, it's one of those spots you have to check out--and once you do, you'll keep coming back. I stopped by around 9:30 on a Saturday night and, not surprisingly, the line was super long. Be prepared to wait if there's a line--this place stays busy for a reason. If you're in a hurry, ordering online is definitely the faster option. I had the Honey Vanilla Bean and Birthday Cake flavors--both were creamy, flavorful, and absolutely hit the spot. They were out of Gooey Butter Cake, which is one of their most popular flavors. Another bonus: their rewards program is actually really good. It's easy to use and definitely worth signing up for if you're a regular. Even with the wait, Jeni's delivers every time. Great flavors, great vibe, and a must-visit in Charlotte. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Half eaten ice cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Bright shop with fun, creative flavors. The ice cream tastes smooth and rich without feeling heavy. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Super cute ice cream shop with delicious ice cream! I had been wanting to try a physical location of Jeni's for awhile. I had tried a pint of their ice cream from a grocery store and it was amazing. I love how they used a divider when I ordered multiple flavors! read more

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This ice shop located on the East End of Charlotte offers a nice variety of creamy desserts. They offer so many unique choices and flavors. They also have freshly made waffle cones. I had the Dairy-free Lemon Bar in a cup, standard $6.50. It was very refreshing and delicious. read more

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Friends and I walked to this place after dinner.The smell of fresh made waffle cones is INSANE!!! I was extremely full from dinner but my friends convinced me that I had to try something. Of course, I gave in lol ‍. I ordered the lemon bar and wildberry lavender. Now, the small sample of my order that I did taste while there was amazing but my stomach was at capacity so I brought my ice cream home and can't wait to dive in it. We didn't have to wait long at all, but as we were leaving there were soooooo many people in line!!! It's worth the wait in my opinion and I'm assuming by the line so did everyone else. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Lemon Bar & Wildberry Lavender scoops - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Delicious and creative ice cream flavors! I got the brambleberry crisp (i.e. oven-toasted oat streusel and a sweet-tart brambleberry jam of blackberries and blackcurrants layered throughout vanilla ice cream), brown butter almond brittle (i.e. brown-butter-almond candy crushed into buttercream ice cream), and gooey butter cake (i.e. cream cheese ice cream layered with crumbles of soft vanilla cake and swirls of made-from-scratch caramel-butterscotch sauce) in a waffle bowl. These three flavors are some of the most popular choices and made an excellent combination that was creamy, sweet, and rich. You're able to sample different flavors, and I like how they explained in detail what each flavor contains. Macy and all the workers had a great attitude, and it's cool how they make the waffle cones and bowls fresh in front of you. It makes the whole store and neighborhood smell so good. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Trio with brambleberry crisp, brown butter almond brittle, and gooey butter cake - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

A ton of different flavors and every flavor tastes exactly what you think it would taste like. They do a great job with seasonal flavors. I was not a fan of the pumpkin seed rye however it did taste like a loaf of rye bread. The service was fair, she didn't seem like she wanted to be there but still gave us different sample recommendations. The place is very clean and love that there is water set out. The birthday cake was by far the best with sprinkles and big cake pieces in it. Love every Jeni's locations, always great ice cream! read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I usually never like dark chocolate ice creams at most places because they're still so sweet but this darkest chocolate scoop was seriously one of my favorites. I like the rum scoop as well because it's like an orangey chocolate, which reminds me of those orange chocolate candies. The flavors surprisingly go so well together. The sugar cone tasted like it was seasoned??? It just seemed like it wasn't a regular overly sweet sugar cone but I have no complaints because I loved it. The line gets really long sometimes because only a few people can get in at a time and people sample the flavors. This particular location is great because there's outdoor seating and all of the stores around it make it a great spot to get dessert. The service we got was so good. The girl who took our order and gave us samples was so sweet and took her time. *EDIT* Regarding all the long line comments, the workers inside did not rush us at all for trying the different flavors so I get why the line is long. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Sugar Cone with Rum Ball (DF) and Darkest Chocolate - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I clearly LOVE Jeni's, they never miss in my book! But this review is dedicated to the amazing employees at the South End location for actually being open until Midnight on Sunday night, as advertised. My boyfriend and I got a mean sweet tooth at 11:45PM on Sunday night and I was like " who's gonna be open this late on a Sunday?". Lo and behold, good old Jeni's was listed as open until midnight.... But we ALL know how some businesses say they're open until a certain time but close early if it's slow, etc. I thought for SURE Jeni's would be closed at 11:45pm on a Sunday. But when we got there it was open and the person behind the counter was ready and happy to serve us. That allow is so so appreciated! Cannot thank them enough for satisfying two big kids with a late night sweet tooth. I had the seasonal Sweet potato marshmallow brulee and it's sooooooooo good! The perfect fall flavor and I'm definitely going back for more! Jeni's you remain the GOAT! read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Very nice ice cream parlor over in South End. It's a free-standing store with seating inside or out on a nice patio. While a free-standing building, it is surrounded by a score of retail shops. This is a gentrifying area with a lot of kitschy stores, and a number of apartments being built. Parking can be a problem but the whole South End is really going to be something. They offer a score of flavors, many with wacky names. The ice cream was very good, but just didn't have that super premium mouth feel I look for. A bit pricey at $6.25 in the smallest serving size, but their fresh-made waffle cones standout. Recommended read more

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(10/16/23) I had the opportunity to stop at Jenni's on Camden Rd and have a dish of their coffee ice cream. I knew that I had been missing something in my life, that was it. There's something about Jenni's ice cream that sets it apart from store bought ice cream. It may be that the texture and composition prevents it from melting faster, which is a definite plus. The flavors are also closer to reality than the dumbed down versions that are found in stores. There's also the nostalgia component to consider. Jenni's, for me, evokes my childhood memories in New England. That's priceless. read more

I love this South End Jeni's location! They have a large array of flavors and the menu is constantly changing with new flavors and themed creations. This time I grabbed two fruity flavors with a single scoop of the lemon bar and the lavender. I usually am a big chocolate gal but I wanted to venture out to try two new flavors. I was very happy with the lightness of the lavender and the crunch in the dairy free, lemon bar flavor. Overall, I love the outdoor seating and lively environment of this space. It's the perfect spot with many other dinner and drink locations nearby so I'm sure it gets tons of foot traffic. Only downfall (at most Charlotte residents know) is parking in South End and the longer wait times in the evenings/on the weekends, but otherwise a great spot that I'm sure will stay in South End for awhile. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Lavender & lemon bar (DF) ice cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Always love stopping by the Jeni's for their special event flavors! Got to visit for Olivia Rodrigo and before the eclipse. Love the creativity with the flavors and the fun decor on those days. It's something cute to look forward to. There's always a long line outside the door especially during the weekend/evenings. This location is super busy, as it's centrally located in South End. The staff are usually able to accommodate the crowd. I will say the last time I was there the AC must have been out or one of the staff members seemed to be flustered with the crowd. Other than the occasional flustered service, definitely worth a visit. read more

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I discovered this cute little ice cream parlor in search of a place that was safe for my kids to enjoy ice cream outside without the fear of them running out into traffic. We moved from Florida, where we knew more ice cream places that are kid friendly. In Charlotte the only place I really knew and like is Dairy Queen however that location is located on one of the busiest roads, Wilkinson Blvd, and they have no guard rails or fence. Jeni's is located in South End and surrounding by other restaurants and shops. Lots of pedestrians so cars aren't flying through the streets. Jeni's also have picnic tables located on the opposite side farthest away from the street along with outside bar seating. They offer many unique flavors of ice cream but I do wish they offered the more generic flavors; like plain vanilla, strawberry, cookies and crème. On the flip side, they serve each order with a waffle wedge. The aroma from the waffle pan making the waffle cones, cups and wedges is most pleasant and it fills the entire plaza atmosphere. They are quite popular and the line is always out the door!! read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Walked in when there was no line after 9 at night. Had our 4 month old puppy with us. She is also an ESA. The girl looked at us and said dogs are not allowed in the store. I said What an ESA? And she said again we don't allow dogs in the store! My husband just said whatever and took her out. I also left because I don't believe in giving my money to places that treat people and their pets poorly. I live in South End and have seen 100's of dogs in line with their owners to go into Jeni's. We weren't sitting inside just getting ice cream to leave. Guess you should change your features on Yelp as well. What a terrible spot. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - The false advertising saying dogs are allowed and then not allowing us to go through to order and leave. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Dairy Free & Gluten Free options that actually taste AMAZING !!! You heard that correctly! Jeni's has a bunch of Dairy Free & Gluten Free ice cream that are yummy, flavorful and delicious! The only thing impacting my experience was the line! Some improvements in flow of the line are for sure needed. It took about 45 mins to be served. Once inside there were only 2 employees. The staff was amazing and knew a ton about the products however the wait for ice cream was just insane. read more

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How can you not give Jenni's a 5-star review? This particular one is as awesome as the one I have been to. The flavors are amazing, the service is great and the vibe is always cool! The location in South End, which is in one of the trendiest areas in Charlotte. There is street parking and some paid parking garages within walking distance. Overall, 100% recommended. read more

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When it comes to my picks for the best ice cream in the Queen City, Jeni's Ice Creams is in my TOP THREE. I typically visit the Camden Rd location and while the line is long most of the time, it moves fast. The staff has always been welcoming and inviting, which aids the overall experience. The location is surrounded by other great eating places, so it's a convenient stop for dessert. The Lynx light rail stops approximately 2 minutes (walking time) from the shop, so utilize this method of transportation as parking is not the best in this area. Here are the yummy flavors I've tried and recommend: Golden Nectar- yellow sweet cream made with spices--vanilla, clove, bits of nectar and toffee candy. - Irresistibly delicious. Gooey Butter Cake -cream cheese ice cream layered with crumbles of vanilla cake & swirls of caramel -butterscotch sauce - This flavor is creamy goodness! My second favorite Jeni's flavor of all time. Honey Vanilla Bean - a smooth mix of vanilla and honey - INCREDIBLE. Nectar Honeycomb - Goodness in a cup. Rainbow Buttermilk Frozen Yogurt - A perfect blend of three yogurts made with real fruit: raspberry, key lime, and passion fruit. - I loved this flavor at the first bite. ABSOLUTELY DIVINE. Rocket Pop - the taste is electrifying - try it and you'll understand why I used this word. Salted Caramel - the perfect mix of salty and sweet Salted Peanut Butter with Chocolate Flecks- salted and roasted ground peanuts with chocolate flecks. Strawberry Buttermilk - a classic flavor. White Chocolate Macadamia Nut - a perfect chocolatey and nutty mix. Wildberry Lavender- intensely fruity, brambly berry ice cream with a pop of sweet orange and lavender. This is my absolute favorite flavor and is mandatory for me at all future visits. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Texas Sheet Cake, Wildberry Lavender, and Salted Peanut Butter with Chocolate Flecks Pint - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I've heard good things about Jeni's but had not tried it. As soon as we saw it in Charlotte next to our restaurant, we knew we had to go. The place was spotless inside and smelled like ice cream. The young ladies that assisted us were helpful and pleasant. I had the Blackberry Bramble and my hubby chose the Salted Peanut Butter, both in a waffle cone. (The cone was fresh and tasty but very fragile.) The Blackberry Bramble tasted like a blackberry cobbler with bits of crispy, oaty crunch, large stripes of fruit, and yummy vanilla ice cream. The Salted Peanut Butter was the most peanutty ice cream ever. Both were so creamy. Of course, this place isn't cheap. We paid $15.98 for two 2-scoop waffle cones (not counting the tip). But, we feel it was justified in the quality of the ice cream. Definitely plan on going to Jeni's again! read more

Nice ice cream shop. Order at the counter and then there's a counter inside to eat or tables out. Service is quick considering the long lines. I wish they had a few of the more standard flavors for kids or picky eaters. The flavors we had were very good but it was a little difficult to find some thing for our kid. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Love this place, it's a staple for ice cream in Charlotte. The service is always great, however the line can get long which only means one thing!!! You need to go gooey butter cake ice cream -- must have! read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Showed up Friday at 10pm and there was a line of about 20 people. Honestly, so worth it & lien moved relatively fast. Some of the absolute best Ice cream I've had. They even make their cones fresh in front of you! Don't skip out on this place. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Menu as of 03.29.24 - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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The line is totally worth it! The moment you walk in, you can smell the fresh made waffles! Definitely love this place and everyone is so nice! My favorite flavors are bramble berry and lavender! read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Brambleberry Crisp & Wildberry Lavender - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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A few weeks ago my family and I visited the Jeni's location downtown. We've been there many times and always have a great experience. It's in a prime location with several eateries, a parking garage, and wall art murals for IG photo opps within walking distance of it. Great service and delicious ice cream! read more

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I had to come see what the hype was about. I definitely need to try again. I had like a rainbow sorbet. Very good bur i definitely want to try some real ice cream on a waffle bowl. I sampled a few flavors which were tasty. Service was a lil slow but only one person was serving the guest. For a popular place like this you would think more. Overall 4 stars! read more

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Torrin greeted me with a smile, even with the very long line every time I go to Jenny's he is always bringing great energy. Love this place.

Loved the seasonal fall flavors, had the butter cake and miso butterscotch brownie and LOVED the miso brownie just a little bit more. brambleberry is also a very good classic flavor. read more

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - Miso Butterscotch Brownie & Gooey Butter Cake - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Stopped in for a sweet treat. I had the bramble and the sweet potato marshmallow, and they were both yummy. It made for the perfect fall dessert. I live the patient staff. I sampled at least 7 flavors before choosing 2. If the smell doesn't get you, the flavors surely will. read more

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