We love a visit to the original Papa Jim's. Parking can be a bit of a squeeze on a hot summer evening when everyone has the same idea. Window service keeps things simple and streamlined and the (usually teenager) employees are always friendly. Good old fashioned soft serve ice cream parlor. My kids usually get a flavor swirl cone, inevitably dripping everywhere, but you have to embrace the mess when you're eating ice cream outside on a summer day. They have tried orange, blue raspberry, and raspberry I think. They like em all, but personally the orange is my fave in my sampling. I usually get a choc/vanilla swirl cone. Classic and delicious. My husband goes for milkshakes often. Also classic, also delicious. We were happy when Papa Jim's opened a second location but the original location here can't be beat for old timey country ice cream parlor vibes. read more

Ice cream is amazing! Service very good Lots of different flavors and options Always clean and welcoming read more

My family and I love coming to PaPa Jim's to get their soft serve. We have also enjoyed their cookie ice cream sandwiches, their shakes, and some of their hard ice cream flavors. My personal favorite is a combination of their butter pecan, strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla soft serve in a bowl with sprinkles and a waffle cone on the side. They have such friendly and sweet young people working there, and I always look forward to returning. read more

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To start off with, the wonderful window girl, Mallory, was so pleasant and cheery that it started things off great. As newbies to Papa Jim's, we were not sure of what to get and she was so helpful and courteous. We ordered waffle cones and thought we were getting small but got large. What a grand pile of deliciousness with the imported hard ice creams from Wisconsin. I had the turtle and my wife had the butter pecan and we both shared and both found both delicious.. but it was a big big cone and five times as much ice cream as I usually eat, but eat it, w e did. Wonderful experience read more

Altho the food was fine, there were flies, and the wait is outrageous. Only one worker who takes orders AND fills the orders 11 people in line ahead of us. read more

PaPa Jim's - Long line, too many flies - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Troy, Virginia

Nice thick milkshakes! Always nice to support local businesses, especially when they are good like Papa Jim's. Right off 15 read more

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The food is always done quickly and well. The workers are always kind, caring, and nice. There is always a positive energy there. Their portion sizes are amazing. And I'm a local I've never had a single problem in my entire life of going there. read more

My family and I stopped by here after visiting the alpaca farm down the road. Very small hole in the wall... almost not noticeable but I'm sure glad I did notice it! The menu is extensive for a small place and the choices yum!! My husband and I got the milkshakes. So delicious!! The prices are cheap compared to everything else going on in the world. We will definitely be back again! read more

Amazing ice cream the best I've ever had I got a milkshake and Oml it was so damn good

Inexpensive and Charming I loved the vibe here. The lights under the roof, the outdoor fireplace, the interesting creature; they're all great options! The portions are GINORMOUS. I recommend a sundae or a milkshake. The milkshakes are priced like Cook-out but tastes like something... much better! Go here! Well worth it! read more

Great ice cream; friendly people. Lake Monticello location has very good coffee. Also has a treat for puppy dogs which is a nice touch.

My stomach is not happy. I'm on the throne writing this review. I ordered the Black Forest. There was some type of cleaning spray on the brownie bits or in the sauces. Very, very odd taste. The same smell was on the napkins provided. Would not recommend. read more

We are locals and Papa Jim's has always been a go-to for us! But this evening we stopped by there about 6:15pm and stood in a pretty long line, but I didn't think it was a big deal because they are usually pretty quick... Wrong :/ We waited almost 25 minutes before deciding to leave. Nobody was taking orders or informing customers of what was going on inside. Then again, we went back around 8:40pm and there was no line. We waited at the order window for 5 minutes before a worker came to take our order with 3 worker inside! Not very pleased with our night and our typically amazing ice cream shop! read more

I love stopping by places that aren't chain restaurants. Papa Jim's is a great place to visit when you're looking for a treat. The Arctic Blast (similar to a DQ Blizzard) is generous. Their kid dishes come with a gummy bear on top, which has always been a hit with my kids. The parking lot can get busy and you need to take care that you don't bottom out your car when pulling in/out. Otherwise, this beats out the other local ice cream options that we've found. Highly recommended. read more

Located next to the Troy Market, this family-run soft serve spot offers sundaes, splits, blasts, and cobblers. We asked Mama Ann, one of the owners, of her popular recommendations - it was milkshakes, as they use real fruit chopped into them. I got to try the Tropical Orange (tasted kind of like an orange soda), Strawberry (delicious with little chunks of strawberry), and Banana (chunks of banana) - since they were made with soft serve, it is not thick, so keep that in mind. All tasted fresh and were all filled to the brim in the 16 or the 20 oz cups you order in. They are open all year round, and they have some covered seating outside. Ask for Mama Ann! +ask for Mama Ann :D +milkshakes (Strawberry) +located next to Troy Market read more

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Good ice cream and shakes! I love that it's local for me! Right at the end of my street!

Yummmmmm!!! We accidentally stumbled on this place on the way home from visiting family at the lake. The soft serve ice cream is delicious and I love how you can get an icee/ice cream combo! The benches outside are great too if you're with children or a group of people. My friends said the sundaes & shakes are fantastic so I'll have to try one next time! read more

I love papa Jim's is tasty ice cream and it's a local business it's great I 100% recommend to everyone

A hidden gem off route 15. Local hometown feel ice cream truck. Very friendly staff and the prices are great. Something to look forward to every summer. read more

Great spot for a family ice cream trip, including the dog! One of my sons favorite spur of the moment places to drop in!

Great ice cream at this roadside rest stop near I-64. Extensive menu, good ice cream, and friendly service.

All of their staff is super nice. They have a loyalty card so you can earn free ice cream, which is awesome for small business to offer. And the ice cream is delicious. read more

Great spot! I meet my parents and sister here on Mother's Day weekend since it is halfway between our homes in Richmond and Stuart's Draft. Great options and very wonderful staff. Milk shake was perfect! They also provide appropriate sized straws, think double McDonald's straw (listen up competitors). Wife and son had blended cotton candy soft serve and loved it. Mom and sister had arctic blast (blizzard) and loved theirs. Prices were very reasonable for all of the options. We will be back!! read more

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Great ice cream! Had a chocolate malted peanut butter milk shake 20 ounce a billion calories! Way too much peanut butter and I love peanut butter! read more

Best ice cream around. Papa Jim himself will sometimes even serve you!! The ice cream is always so smooth and creamy. Love how they mix in the flavorings into the cups and cones. We got the red raspberry. Yummy! Also the artic blasts are nice. I added oreo and chocolate sauce. It was such a delight! Love the friendly atmosphere and the kind workers. Will definitely be returning every weekend!! read more

I had a great vanilla ice cream cone with a strawberry swirl and my husband had an Oreo milkshake. Both were wonderful! Highly recommend.

Love this place! Some of the best ice cream you can find around here! The owners are fantastic people! 10/10 would recommend.

Parking lot is a disaster. Questionable cleanliness behind the counter. Ice cream isn't terrible.

A great stop on Rt 15 on your way through Fluvanna County. Soft serve ice cream made up the way you like it. They are always busy- but move through quickly because they keep this place well staffed! read more

PaPa Jim's - Busy evening at Papa Jim's! Yummy! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Troy, Virginia

Papa Jim's is a simple little treat stop that hits the spot on a hot summer's day. Also a great stop for a long drive on route 15. They have about 8 soft serve flavors, including vanilla, chocolate, butter pecan, peach, raspberry, cotton candy and several sundae options including banana split and Black Forest. Fairly priced but one complaint amongst my group with the sundaes was "too little ice cream and too much chocolate syrup." However, the service is super friendly and the atmosphere has a happy, relaxed summer feel and is a great local family gathering place. We drove 38 minutes from Scottsville and it was worth it! We will be returning for sure. read more

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Love Papa Jim's for an icy treat on warm summer days. This is a family owned small business that is always consistent with the product they deliver. Prices are reasonable ranging from $2.25 to close to $10 (for a big sundae). Their hours do change, so make sure you call before going! There's a nice area with cover to sit and enjoy your ice cream. Make sure to get a punch card s you can earn free ice cream. They also offer pup cups for your furry companions. read more

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Papa Jim's has installed glass between the employees & the customer & a clever little drawer to place payment in. These measures will help prevent the spread of the Covid - Virus. read more

so-so the ice cream maker gives you a very very very soft serve!

Friendly and great service! Very reasonable prices! We love they offer a pup cup and we often bring our 3 dogs with us for a cool treat.

The ice cream here is delicious, affordable, and always served with a smile! Love Papa Jim's! And yes, there is a Pokestop here.

A must go to place for a treat! Great people, great prices, but more importantly great ice cream! We love Papa Jim's and come very often. I already can't wait to go back! read more

My review does not reflect the taste or quality of Icecream, or even the overall service. But, one of my experiences was so horrific that I must leave a review. One day I went with my father to have an Icecream cone. They had just served someone before me ( we watched) and as we went up to the window a girl gave my father and I a snarky smile and said, " Sorry we are closed, don't bother ordering." Another girl then shut the window and started texting on her phone. Because of this horrific service I can not any longer go to PaPa Jim's. :( read more

Just visit. You will see why it's five stars. Its worth the drive no matter where you are! Check on facebook for closings on snowy or very bad weather days. read more