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Maxs Best Ice Cream

4.3 (34 reviews)
Open • 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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Kelly C.

Overall 4 Stars - Located downtown in Bethesda and near the "metro" station and a dozen restaurants. The ice cream bar has been opened for about 4-5 months and it is nice place to enjoy your ice cream and have an "adult" refreshment. Ambiance 4 stars - modern but with a classy decor, there are plenty of chairs and half-moon bench tables to chill with your family or friends. Service 3.75 Stars - staff were helpful and professional however one employee wasn't too energetic and it showed on her face. Food 4 Stars - I believe there are over 30 ice cream flavors. They had your popular varieties but included seasonal flavors too. We ordered: 3.75 Stars - Flight of ice cream. You get 6 individual single scoops of your choosing. We had Coffee (2), Capuccino Crunch, Black Raspberry, Annie Apple Pie, and Cookies and Cream. Our favorites were Coffee, Black Raspberry and Annie's Apple Pie. The Cappuccino Crunch has good espresso flavor but lack the "crunch" of espresso. The Cookie and Cream was okay. The scoops were served on a long platter. The platter reminded me of a serving dish where you would have grilled salmon on it AND a Principle's Paddle back in day... both brought memories... 3.25 Stars - SPICED APPLE CIDER AFFOGATO - non-alcoholic drink. It is a hot apple cider poured over vanilla ice cream drizzled with natural apple molasses... topped with cinnamon apple pieces, whipped cream and a cherry. It was good but too sweet for our liking. It would go great with a Hotty Totty drink. We recommend the place. Good ice cream that is made from a local creamery, Vanderwende's Farm and the establishment is partnered with Best Buddies International to employ individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through the Best Buddies Jobs program. Kudos! Enjoy!

The scoops of flavor. Yum.
Joy B.

The Cookie Monster conquered Joy B.! But, what a way to go. Max's Best Ice Cream Ice Cream shop just opened this past summer. Today, my friend, Carroll, and I decided to take the challenge and go for their huge, milkshake creations. I went for the Cookie Monster milkshake creation that includes cookie dough ice cream blended with malted milk... topped with a chocolate chip cookie, mini Oreos, cookie dough pieces, hot fudge sauce and whipped cream. It was Amazing! Carroll, loves peanut butter and she chose the I dream of peanut butter milkshake, that included peanut butter fudge crunch ice cream blended with peanut butter... topped with Reese's Peanut Butter Cup, a peanut butter pretzel stick, honey roasted peanuts and Nutty Buddies, peanut butter and hot fudge sauces and whipped cream. That was a lollapalooza! When people stop to stare at your milkshakes through the window, you know you ordered a show stopper. Service was great and we ordered our ice cream milkshakes and they were delivered to our table. Thank you, Carroll, for taking this milkshake challenge with me. She really liked her milkshake creation too, but it was a little rich for her. We had a lot of fun. Prices are not cheap, but it was definitely worth the splurge for a fun occasion. Max's has a lot of flavors and ice cream creations to suit every taste. The shop has tables, booths,counter seats, and a lovely decorative interior. You can be assured I will be back! Super duper delicious!

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Carroll N.

8.13.25 I came with fellow yelper, Joy. The line was slow even though there were only a few patrons. They sell ice cream, sundaes, floats, and milkshakes (regular or extreme and boozy available). I ordered the I Dream of Peanut Butter and she ordered the Cookie Monster. Joy asked if she could swap ice cream flavor, but was told she couldn't. It took a few minutes before our treats were brought to our table. They were masterpieces! We had to take photos. We were ecstatic to dive into devouring the extreme milkshake. My milkshake was decadent and indulgent. There was a lot of whip cream so I scooped it out, but in hindsight I likely should have mixed it in because after a few sips of my milkshake, it was too rich in peanut butter for my palate. I only managed to consume half of the milkshake and only had a bite of the Nutty Buddy, pretzel stick, and Reese's cup. I took the rest home. The milkshake is rich and filling, and is best shared since most people may find it difficult to finish on their own. I would return if I was in the area, but would get a sundae or just ice cream next time. There is metered street parking and a parking garage (7730 Woodmont Ave) nearby. Download the Parkmobile app or visit www.mcdotpark.com.

Flight $12
Boris W.

We got a flight for $12 and 2 mini scoops ($4 each). At first, we thought the prices were high for mere ice cream. Well, we were wrong. The taste justifies the price. The creaminess and the freshness from each bite overwhelmed my senses. I kid you not by saying, this is definitely one of the best ice cream places I've ever tried. Our toddlers loved the selections from the flight so much that we had to get two more mini scoops for them! Added bonuses are that the place is clean and the servers were nice. Tl;dr, bring your kids to this place and enjoy the ice cream!

Shafiq A.

Great new ice cream spot located not too far from Bethesda Row! We went to check it out and loved it! The parking is a bit challenging, we ended parking on the street across from the shop. Inside the shop feels like a diner, a throwback to an older time. But at the same time has a modern flair to it. The menu is split into extreme milkshakes, sundaes, and scoops. We got the banana split and it was really good! With the split comes strawberry, chocolate, and banana flavored ice cream. The strawberry and banana flavored ice cream were the best! It also included freeze dried strawberries and banana flavored ice, fresh strawberries and bananas, marcona almonds, whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry on top! It was delicious!! Definitely need to share next time! Service was quick and great! When we got there the line was short, but within 15-20 mins the line went out the door! Gotta check this place out!

Susie W.

Definitely the place to go for speciality ice cream. The flavors and combos are incredible, but you need to be ready to indulge. They do offer single scoops, but I'm not sure this is the place for that. The ice cream is very creamy and tastes fresh/gomemade, but prices are high. You get what you pay for when it comes to the elaborate milkshakes and banana splits. There is ample seating inside and service is friendly and accommodating! Would love to come back and try one of the alcohol-infused treats!!

Melanie Y.

I had to try this new ice cream opened up in Bethesda. Ice cream didn't disappoint but best yet, they had frozen hot chocolate! I so missed when serendipity used to be in Georgetown and now there's another cheaper alternative without having to take a trip to NYC for one. You can even booze it up for couple extra dollars. Can't be beat! Not sure if my waistline will agree with me though. Would totally come back!!

Waffle cone
Allison C.

Workers are always super nice. Love getting sweet treat from here. I think it's vanderwende ice cream!

If you're looking for a treat, try the grasshopper milkshake. I didn't think boozy milkshakes were my thing, but it was such a great value. Beautiful to look at, delicious to consume. Max's is not your typical scoop shop. There's seating at a counter, there are a number of tables and booths. It's more like a restaurant that exclusively serves dessert. It's pristine, offers fantastic people-watching through the big windows and benches outside, and the ice cream concoctions are works of art. Last thing, the people there are amazing. Max's Ice Cream works with Best Buddies, so by supporting this store you're contributing to a greater cause. The folks at the counter are friendly professionals, like baristas for ice cream. You might see a line when you get there, but my experience was that it moved quickly.

Max's is located at 7770 Woodmont Avenue in Bethesda

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Love, love, love the ice cream at Maxs Best!! It's so nice that they have comfortable booths. Great place for an ice cream party.

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I mean, I just paid sixteen dollars for a root beer float. It was root beer and ice cream.

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The ice was really good and the customer service!! You should definitely come to try.

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Fabulous ice cream, from a strong mint chocolate chip onward. Lovely new space - great addition to the Bethesda Triangle.

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