What better than a quaint small town, with delicious quaint restaurants, and then finishing off with a classic ice cream shop! So many different flavors; literally something for everyone. Please save some space after your dinner for this -- don't be like me... eating until I'm full and then STILL trying to get a double scoop. I couldn't do it... oh but I did do it. And it was WORTH IT! All that sugar got to my head and I didn't even think to take a pic of my ice cream... Get yourself a waffle cone though, so good! The folks here are patient and sweet. You're gonna want to try a few things before committing. They're all good!! There may be a line depending on when you go but it goes by pretty quickly. If you start to get impatient, just remember that when you get to the front, you don't want anyone rushing you while you try all those delicious favors. read more

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Stopped in on a Sunday afternoon. When we first arrived there was a short line but it quickly grew out the door and stayed consistently busy. The decor was cute & ice cream themed. They have over a dozen flavors of ice cream. Some are listed on the display while others are on signs on the wall above the ice cream. I got the "Halley's Comet" single scoop in a waffle cone. It was vanilla & chocolate ice cream w/ caramel ribbons & Carmel truffles. It was good & reasonably priced. They have 3 tables inside so it's smaller, there's some benches outside too. I would for sure stop here again if I'm in the area! Such a nice treat. read more

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Amazing! I got the zoreo flavor in a waffle cone, the ice cream tasted just like Oreo fudge brownies, super sweet, indulgent, and delicious! They also gave me so much ice cream in the crunchy waffle cone at a pretty good price! Definitely recommend. The staff are friendly too and the shop has cute decorations and a few seating tables. read more

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Such a cute ice cream spot!! The interior is small, but packed with older - diner styled decor (in my opinion). The workers were so nice, attentive and gave out unlimited samples. The flavors are insanely fun, unique, endless and delicious!! Great spot for summer night ice cream - so good. I suggest grabbing your ice cream and walking down to the water / along the water. read more

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A favorite!! Very small inside but cute! Have many many flavors to choose from. Every worker I've encountered has been super kind! This time had the cake batter fudge flavor in a waffle cone and enjoyed every bit of it. Can't wait to go back! read more

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This is a classic spot during summertime in Excelsior. The best scoop ice cream with so many flavors to choose from. My personal favorites are Fat Elvis, banana, peanut butter and chocolate, and Zoreo, dark chocolatey ice cream with marshmallow and Oreos. The shop is so cute with the sweetest decorations all around. The service is always fantastic. Friendly and welcoming staff always! read more

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Wow the ice cream was so delicious here and the large variety of flavors was impressive. I saw the line out the door and had to try it. They let you split your scoop into two flavors so we did that. We tried the mint avalanche and also strawberry. Both amazing. The names of the flavors are so creative and sound delicious. Exhausted parent sounds intriguing- ha! Loved the place. Would definitely go back. read more

SO GOOD! Highly recommend the Fat Elvis flavor! Perfect combination of peanut butter & banana. The homemade waffle cones are delicious too! All the staff were friendly :) read more

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The ice cream at licks unlimited is delicious! My boyfriend and I shared a small mint avalanche flavored ice cream (mint ice cream with fudge swirls, Andes candies, and Grasshopper cookies). One thing I loved about their menu is that they put prices after taxes. Their prices are very reasonable. Service was excellent but there's limited seating inside. Overall rating: 10/10 read more

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Licks unlimited is great, but the area seems like it's in a different place and it's supposed to be they could move it to a bigger area around Excelsior. licks Unlimited is an awesome place but there's also a different problem. It seems like the pricing is too much. They still have awesome customer service and good quality ice cream. They could improve by adding more flavors. Maybe make it all year open. Licks Unlimited is still an awesome place to go especially on the last day of school and in the summer. read more

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This was such a cute, home-town ice cream shop. We were just walking by when we discovered it. I loved all of the options that they had! I couldn't decide. So I got multiple flavors in a cup. I'm definitely going to try the cone next time. This will be my summer spot next summer! read more

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A little spendy but a nice treat after din din. I can see why they won awards with their arsenal of different and unique flavors. 9/10 read more

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Super inviting. Ice cream is delicious, good flavor choices. One scoop is huge and you can get two flavors for the one scoop. Employees very nice. read more

Five starts for summer ice cream in Excelsior! Licks gets their ice cream from The Chocolate Shoppe and that cow sign means you are going to have very very good choices. Yippee Skippee and Fat Elvis for me, bc I'm unable to resist peanut butter and bananas. The teens here are delightful, and the decor is adorable. read more

My fave ice cream place. Service is friendly . Their selection is like no other , you can always find something for everyone in your group. Then you can go block down the street to the lake and sit by the lake and eat your ice cream , perfect combo . Inside is small has two booths available and there bench outside by the door. read more

With its classic ice cream parlor setup, this place feels like a step back in time. Conveniently located next to the lake, it offers some excellent views. The ice cream was good quality and met expectations, though it wasn't exceptional. read more

Wow! What a cute little ice cream shop in the beautiful downtown excelsior! It was jam packed with a line out the door! That's the first sign it's great! They have a menu on the wall, but I found that their were other flavors not listed! They had super fun cones to choose from too. I got a birthday cone with a scoop of black licorice & Superman! Definitely a must visit! read more

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Cute place for summer! The shop is small and the line was long but moves quick! The staff are super friendly and helpful. They serve Chocolate Shoppe ice cream and as a WI native, it was a great taste of home! Right by the lake to walk to and enjoy the views as well! read more

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Interesting cute/antique decor, but the staff were unfriendly/borderline rude and the quality was lacking. Both of us ordered a double scoop (which was served in a plastic cup). One of the orders was super packed in the cup and nearly overfilling, while the other order looked like two lazy half scoops stacked with lots of gaping. So one of the "double scoops" was served like 3 scoops and the other "double scoop" was served like a small 1 scoop. There was no where to sit. Indoor seating was limited and closed due to COVID safety, and there wasn't anything set up outside. The ice cream itself was okay... not great, but not awful. I would've been more satisfied going to a local grocery store and eating out of a pint in the hotel room. read more

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Licks is for sure the best ice cream in town!! They are always super nice , have a ton of flavors to choose from, and move their line quickly! read more

Best place ever. Every time I'm in this area I must go. Zoreo is my favorite ever!!! Super nice service and long lines but moves super fast. read more

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I think I've been to licks Unlimited for at least 10 consecutive years. I first went when I was maybe 9 or 10 and would tell my parents they have the best ice cream. Now that I'm in my 20s I can confidently say that it wasn't the sugar talking when I would say they have the best ice cream. I do know that the original owner of Licks Unlimited passed away a couple years back and I felt very sad for his family and friends. And I will not lie at the time of hearing this information I feared that the spot might be changed or the little ice cream parlor that a grew to love would disappear. However, whoever happened to take over Licks Unlimited continued on his legacy in having the best ice cream spot in Minnesota. read more

I have ate since I was a kid and still love it! Just walking in is so nostalgic, even the smell of the ice cream. They have quick service and have so many flavors of ice cream it is hard to choose. They also have a few options that don't have dairy which is great for my daughter who is allergic. I ordered the Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough which never disappoints. My kids had the Superman and Sherbert swirl which they ate every bite! read more

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Holy yumminess is this ice cream! I was able to get 2 flavors in the small cup, and that was a hard decision! I ended up with a weird combo, but I'm all for the flavors and not the combination - rhubarb crumble and PB chocolate cookie dough. Highly recommend a stop here! read more

Great neighborhood spot. Must visit when in Excelsior Minnesota. Even during the lockdown they are open and serving safely. read more

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ice cream is so good!! cotton candy is my all time fav, customer service is pretty friendly too. pretty cheap and u get big scoops! worth the money read more

We love licks ice cream! Has been a staple for years. Seems to be busy in the summers but we don't mind- great to grab ice cream and walk by the lake. Tons of flavors. read more

they have a variety of flavors and we tried three! the peanut butter cookie dough was delicious as well as the fat elvis. my favorite was the iced latte'da. the store is a bit small and not the best for movement but we got service and our ice cream very fast. read more

I went in on 7/31/20. The rate is carried by the weight of the ice cream itself. I had the things just got serious. It was delicious. But man the young lady who served me... well I wish she did not. She just had a stank attitude from the moment I went in. I get it it was. 15 minutes to closing and you may have been tired. But man she just left a sour taste in my mouth about the whole experience. The place was small and cute. Ice cream was amazing. Just so sad how one bad factor could ruin it for others. read more

I love that this place exists- the throwback style is perfect on a warm summer day. They have dairy free options which is a plus.

2 words - Fat.Elvis. So good. Licks is an Excelsior mainstay for seasonal ice cream. Good for the owners that they do well enough to not work in the cold months. That place prints cash in the summer. Scoop sizes are legit, and you will find your favorite flavor, be it new favorite or old... read more

Super cute little ice cream shoppe in downtown Excelsior. It is a summer tradition to bring the nephews here for a tasty treat. Located just blocks away from Maynard's (please see my review) and across the street from the movie theatre, Licks is great place for all ages. They have a couple dozen flavors to choose from that all have unique names to them. You can order any flavor in a variety of cones, in a dish or as a sundae or malt. The last time I was there I chose a peanut butter cup malt and I think it was one of the best ideas I have made in a long time. It is very tiny inside so please do not be alarmed when you see that the line is out down. The staff works quick and with smiles on their faces. They have a few tables inside and out. The decor is very pink and just a delight. There is always something new to spot while waiting your turn. Highly recommend. Seasonal hours only. Go before the snow falls. read more

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I'm giving this rating based upon the service. I unfortunately did not get to try the iced cream. I've had it before, but it was like 5 years ago and I don't remember it, but if I wanted to go back, it must have been good. I waited in line, which was out of the door and on to the sidewalk for ice cream and once it was my turn, I ordered Salted Caramel. I wasn't aware of how the menu worked and didn't realize that what i saw was part of a creation they have of another ice cream selection that HAD the salted caramel in it. So I placed my order and got a sugar cone and when I received it, it had chocolate in it. I hate chocolate. Once it was confirmed that this was chocolate (I had already paid) I handed it back to the guy and told him I wasn't aware it had chocolate and didn't want it and asked if he could thrwo it away. He obliged and I was getting ready to leave with no issue of payment. It was my fault I didn't ask more questions and I was okay with paying and leaving. However this young man stated that he wanted to give me money back and I was kind of shocked. So kudos to this young man for his great service. I really appreciated. read more

Licks Unlimited - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Excelsior, Minnesota

I love this place!! 2 scoops that size for $5.10 is a great price. they accept cards. don't be weary if there is a large line, they are very efficient in moving people through the line so you don't have to wait too long. there are also a few tables indoors. whenever i hit up excelsior or lake minnetonka area i make sure to stop by here! they have great flavors and they have sorbets for anyone not wanting to consume dairy. overall it's a must go!! read more

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I grew up eating this place's Ice-Cream and I mainly got here by boat. Very friendly staff, enviroment, lots of ice cream flavors and cones and the Ice cream tastes great!! Better than Sebastian Joes right around the corner if you ask me. read more

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I've been looking for black liquorice ice cream for years across the country and found it at Licks!

Are you kidding??? Awesome flavors of ice cream, warm weather, and Lake Minnetonka!! Excelsior is such a great place!! Love!! Usually a line out the door... So worth the calories!! read more

Such a quaint & delicious ice cream shop. Very small. Need to order and move along but worth the trip and calories. Delish!

This summer my quest has been to find and compare all the best spots for frozen treats. The Twin Cities area has been blessed by numerous new frozen yogurt spots and delicious local ice cream shops. Given the fact that we have such short (and hot) summers, people flock to places like this to get a fresh scoop of a unique flavor with local ingredients and that freshly made taste. Licks Unlimited is another shop in the same category as Sebastian Joe's and Grand Ole Creamery. If you are a fan of either, youll probably enjoy it. Licks Unlimited is a bit out of the way if you live in the Metro, but definitely worth a stop if you are having a relaxing Sunday or weeknight outing. It is located in the beautiful little town of Excelsior not far from highway 7 and Minnetonka Country Club. Excelsior's main drag is Water Street, which leads right up to the port where you can walk along Lake Minnetonka or take a boat ride. It's really quite a gorgeous place to spend an afternoon on a nice day--especially with a cone in hand. Parking isnt bad either. Although it gets busy along the Water Street, there are several spots on side roads and even metered parking at the park. The shop is really small and the line tends to go out the door, but it moves pretty quick. The flavors are similar to what you might find at other local ice cream shops, and tastes like it is equally high quality. There is actually a little trolley-looking shop by the lake that sells Sebastian Joe's ice cream if you want to compare. I, personally, like the Zoreo which is a chocolate ice cream with marshmallow and Oreo pieces. For something more refreshing and light, they have a peach yogurt with raspberry and peach pieces in it. Overall, plenty of options (see photo for menu). Overall, the local ice creams here in Minnesota are amazing. It's hard to rank them because they are all good... But here is how I think they stack up--with Izzy's beingmy un-disputed champ: 1. Izzy's 2. Grand Ole Creamery 3. Licks Unlimited 4. Sebastian Joe's Pros: Scenic town of Excelsior, located right by Lake Minnetonka, fresh ice cream, lots of variety/unique flavors Cons: Located a bit far from the city (about 15 miles from Minneapolis), not cheap by any means but that's expected for good ice cream ($4.20 for a double scoop in a cup). read more

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Licks is a natural compliment to the charming local scene in downtown Excelsior. I visited with my brother-in-law and family while on vacation. It's a classic, throw-back ice cream shoppe with 30 or so flavors. I believe these are all hand made. The flavors rang from your tried and true favorites, like cookie dough and mountain mint chip, to the more exotic and creative, like Blue Moon (which tastes like Froot Loops). They also make sundaes and fun things like root beer floats. The staff seems to be stocked with local high school or college kids trying to earn some bucks on Summer break. This adds to the charm of a store that transports you back in time a few eras. Plus, it's right up the street from Lake Minnetonka. Perfect for kids, grown-ups and adults that refuse to grow up, Licks is perfect way to cap off a day on Lake. read more

Licks Unlimited - Grace and Christian after a day on Lake Minnetonka - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Excelsior, Minnesota