Whoever said that "ice cream" was a Summer thing probably never had one!…read more After a long search for an open location last weekend at the Jersey shore, we were thrilled to find Courtney's. Not only we found an open shop on that dreary and rainy Saturday, but a wonderful place to hang out with friends. As we entered, we were warmly greeted by Courtney herself and her faithful "helper" Sunshine . The shop had a very cozy feeling with beautiful "beach life" decor but also a very welcoming Christmas scenery . Courtney's had a great menu variety, including favorites like a hot fudge sundae with a perfectly crisp and warm brownie and the classic banana split. Their milkshakes are a must-try. But if you are there for the vibe and to meet with friends, make sure to knock out some Christmas shopping with Courtney's funky candles as gifts or bring a pie home, so you don't show up empty-handed to your next holiday party .

Great ice cream! We got Rocky road on a waffle cone and coco loco which is coconut flavor with…read morecoconut and chocolate pieces. the waffle cone was slightly stale but nothing really to care much for. They also have vegan ice cream for those that want. service was good and it was a cute ambiance.

We went to Spring Lake Beach for the weekend - and Hoffman's Ice Cream is a must have when you go…read more It's delicious! I had the coffee and instead of getting it in a cup, like I usually do, I got a cake cone. It was a great decision! When was the last time you had your ice cream on a cake cone? It adds something to the taste and experience as you're licking every bit of ice cream instead of spooning it into your mouth. Cake cones from now on, with Hoffman's on top!

Phenomenal ice cream with fun and unique flavors like Jersey Saltwater and coconut-based options…read more * Around 15 hard ice cream flavors, a few soft serve choices, and lots of toppings * Ordered the Coffee Oreo with Reese's Cups on top -- rich, creamy, and hit the spot * Multiple size options available, from kiddie scoops to massive sundae creations, plus waffle cones * Ticketing system in place, but the process feels chaotic and disorganized * Waited about 30 minutes for two scoops during peak time * The inside gets crowded -- standing room only and packed shoulder to shoulder kind of disorganized * Staffed by local teens who are friendly and doing their best to move quickly * Nice bonus: there's a parking lot and they accept cards (not cash-only)

THE GOOD ----------------…read more+ Lots of flavors to choose from + They let you taste test the flavors! + Plenty of outdoor seating available, including the tables outside of J's Pizza and 7 Eleven THE NOT SO GOOD ---------------------------- + Ice cream melted within a minute once we went outside, despite it not being crazy hot. Unfortunately, it diminished our feelings about the ice cream. MIXED THOUGHTS --------------------------- = Ice cream flavors were OK. Nothing that was amazing. Ordered the Jersey Devil + Pistachio Almonine in 1 small cone and a few other flavors in another small cone.

- Lots of flavor options - Clean and spacious inside; no…read moreinterior seating - Friendly, young staff - Ice cream was decent; creamy, but didn't feel "cold" cold--began to melt/drip even before we stepped back outside - Picnic tables seating outside - Be careful of melted ice cream on table tops, benches and floor!

Cookmans Creamery is always a must stop when we're in the area!! The staff are kind and always…read morewilling to let us sample before we make a decision on what to get! All the ice cream is delicious and it's hard to make a decision. The decor is very cool in here as well.

They had a good selection of regular and vegan ice cream. I had a single scoop which was the…read moreperfect size to satisfy my sweet tooth! I had enjoyed PB Monster and really enjoyed it.

Love Strollos! Ordered red raspberry, passion fruit and…read morevanilla. My husband had mango and vanilla. Both were amazing. Wish they had a few more dairy free options. Also wish they had the menu outside so people can check out all the options ahead of time. Can't wait to come more often. Really great spot!

Strollo's has absolutely amazing Italian ice that's so creamy it's more like ice cream. The owner…read moremans the counter and service is quick but not served with a smile. There's no small talk or thanks. But the Italian ice is so good. We all opted for small cups with multiple flavors in each, and servings are large. The issue with Strollo's is that you never know when it's open. We had been trying every day for 5 days to find it open. They seem to open randomly when the mood strikes them. I'm glad I got to try it before leaving town.

Callie's Creamery is honestly a hidden gem. But in a sea of famous Jersey shore ice cream towns,…read morehow do they stand out you may ask. Their ice cream contains the highest quality ingredients and all of their flavor flavors are handcrafted in house. You can really taste the difference! We tried a variety of amazing flavors like the mint fudge swirl, Nutella Graham, Callie's cotton candy, and the Dubai chocolate, but my favorites were Cookie Monster and biscoff cookie butter! You can order an ice cream flight which is perfect for indecisive people like me. Six flavors, sounds good to me! Their sundaes are huge and could be shared with 2 people. The brownie sundae was decadent and dripping in fudge. Yum! I like that it's indoors which means you can come here year round. There's plenty of seating in their adorable ice cream shop, which is adorned with painted sprinkles all over the walls! There's claw machines for kids and even a photo booth. Pints, ice cream sandwiches, and more in their freezer ready to go. Can't wait to be back for more!

I have an unhealthy obsession with this ice cream. It's in a tie for 1st at all times. Specifically…read morethe biscoff cookie butter, cookies and cream, and s'mores are to die for. They also have a great rewards system where they'll randomly sent you a free $5 off which almost pays for a whole ice cream. The store is always very clean and you can try as many samples as you like. They clearly label the flavors with the allergens so you can be safe. If you ask them to use a clean scoop for severe allergies they are very accommodating. Another cute thing they do is theme night for kids so they'll have Bluey and characters come visit. Super cute, one of my all time favs.

I really enjoyed my visit to Del Ponte's Creamery and Cafe. This cafe is part of a large…read moreestablishment that encompasses pizza, bakery, and this great cafe. The service is stellar, the decor is appealing, they have indoor seating, and the gelato is award winning. During this visit, I ordered the coffee gelato with oreo topping. I cannot give enough kudos to the deliciousness of this gelato. The serving was generous and the mixture of the creamy gelato, with the crunchy oreo, made this such a delight to enjoy....and highly recommended. Thank you, Del Ponte, for giving Bradley Beach such a great choice for sweetness and we will definitely make it our choice, throughout the summer beach outings in this area.

The best gelato around!! The range of flavors that they offer is so impressive and it is top…read morequality! Workers are also very helpful - it can be overwhelming with so many options. Next door is the bakery and of course we had to stop at both - picked up some kinder gelato and then grabbed a cake next door. Such a hit, all of the kids and adults LOVED the gelato. Definitely gonna pick some up next time I host!!

Cute dessert spot in Asbury Park! My husband and I popped in for dessert one night and it…read moredefinitely fulfilled our cravings. The line moved quickly, and it wasn't too busy for a Saturday. There are tables inside, but you could take your sweet treat to go as well. They have a large selection of cookies, ice cream, and toppings. We made our own custom sandwich with cookies and cream cookies and cookie butter ice cream - so good! I'm sure we'll be back soon.

Great idea, average execution…read more The cookies are really good and are definitely the highlight. The ice cream itself is fine. The ice cream sandwiches are huge but also pretty much impossible to eat properly so you've got to go at them with a fork. Prices are crazy for what it is. Two ice cream sandwiches and a kids scoop of ice cream was over $25. I like their spirit but the results are lacking. Don't think I'll be back.

The GOAT spot for ice cream on the Jersey Shore. Their milkshakes are next level, like, nectar of…read morethe gods level. Besides using their high-quality homemade ice cream, they add their signature "milkshake milk" (yes, that is a thing here), and the results are creamy, rich goodness in every sip. My go-to is the Java Jolt--coffee ice cream with rich chocolate chunks. It's basically a meal for me, with the right balance of sugar, cream and coffee to rival my dessert dreams. Now, no matter when you go, there is typically a line because Cone Zone is in demand! But the staff are fast, friendly and know how to keep things moving. There are a few quarter machines inside, so bring some change, especially for the kiddos. And there is a freezer stocked with take-home treats for your loved ones (my mom MUST have a Cone Zone ice cream cake for her birthday), including doggy treats! Jersey Shore visitors--don't miss out. You need this ice cream in your life.

Underrated, you don't see a lot of press for this spot. Hard or soft serve, your ice cream will…read morehit the spot. Fairly priced.

Love Rita's! Always delicious, worth the ride! There are places to sit outside! Very convenient…read morelocation.

Thank you to the workers at Rita's tonight!!! I just moved back to Jersey after years of not being…read morearound a Rita's and I'm 6 months pregnant. I've been having a wicked craving for a mango gelati for months now, but we got into the area just minutes after they closed. I'm so so so thankful that the amazing workers were able to serve me ice and a pint of custard so I could make my own gelati at home!!! Thank y'all so much!! Will be back soon (before closing time next time- I promise!!!) I didn't get their names but they were so kind!!!