The Charmery is in a cool little spot in an area that resembles a downtown randomly nestled around trees. It almost reminded me of Bell Works if Bell Works was outside. Nonetheless, the ice cream, specifically the Maryland Mud, was delicious. They did not mess up chocolate ice cream with Oreos. The shop is somewhat small with no seating areas inside so plan accordingly. read more

The Charmery - pa- Maryland Mud - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

This review is based on two visits. The first time I stopped by here the ice cream was phenomenal. I went with the dark chocolate and the texture was my favorite. I hate runny ice cream and this was the complete opposite. It was chewy and showed zero signs of ice cream soup even after 5 minutes. I loved it so much I came by the next day with the kids. I ordered the exact same flavor and what I got was a soupy mess. I'm not sure what changed within 24 hours but I was so disappointed. I don't know if something went wrong with the freezers but the ice cream clearly wasn't being chilled at the right temperature. Texture aside, the flavors here are great. I'm hoping it was a fluke so I can give this place their last star. read more

The Charmery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Dark chocolate ice cream with peanut butter syrup is tasty and refreshing. The service was quick and the sure was clean! read more

The Charmery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Pretty tasty ice cream. I got the caramel old bay and it was sweet, creamy, with a hint of spiciness from the old bay. Kind of wish I got the chocolate one but I still enjoyed the caramel one. Line moved pretty quickly and the servers were sweet. There's some benches outside but if those are occupied, you gotta find another spot to sit and enjoy the sweet treat. read more

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I love this spot! The ice cream sando is so perfect and I think anyone who tried it would enjoy it :) There's a lot of seating in this plaza so it's perfect to get some ice cream from here on a warm day and relax. read more

The Charmery - Ice Cream Sandwich - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Very busy. Only got pints. Parking is an issue if you want to get in and out quickly.

Great ice cream store if you are already eating nearby in the Merriweather District. Food: ice cream has been delicious every time I've been here. You can't go wrong with any of the flavors and can try a spoon before you buy. Service: kind employees that let us try as much as we wanted before ordering, very patient with my party! Ambiance: bright lighting, easy to read menu and flavor labels, clean store. No indoor seating, can sit on benches or elsewhere in the Merriweather District small park area. Multiple parking lots to use, however can get crowded on weekends! read more

The Charmery - Kids size 1 scoop on the left, triple kid size on the right - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Such a nice addition to Merriweather. Came here after dinner for dessert, and enjoyed it on the lawn and swings nearby. They have a wide variety of flavors, and unique ones to the area like Old Bay and Sweet Corn. I enjoyed their Old Bay Caramel, and can't wait to try their other flavors. I appreciate the use of metal spoons for tasting flavors! read more

The Charmery - Old Bay Caramel - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Love the Charmery. First had them at their original location in Hampden! They have old bay caramel ice cream. I was curious so I did a sample - not bad, but not for me. I went with a scoop of salted caramel and it was delicious. It was a warm evening out so the line is out the door. Just like the one I visited before, there's not much space inside, but benches outside to enjoy your sweet treats! read more

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Quick fast and flavorful. That's what you can expect at the Charmery ice cream shop. The line moves very fast and has a a good turn out. The art and decor is inviting encouraging photo taking with the back drop. There aren't a ton of flavors offered but the ones they have hit the mark. You may purchase pints to go Overall 4 out of 5 read more

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One of my favorite ice cream place in Columbia. I like their concept and the stuff. They are really nice and kind... I only try coconut and Maryland mud. They are good. In the beginning the coconut flavor was more strange and it was pretty good. I can't take same taste as the beginning but still good. I wanna try the others asap. They also make the cone over there as fresh as much. Also there is a little card, they put mark on every time you buy ice cream, if you complete ten mark you earn free ice cream! Isn't it nice? read more

The Charmery - Inside - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

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We enjoyed the homemade ice cream flavors. The portions were the smallest scoops that I have seen but maybe they are looking out for us by minimizing our sugar and fat consumption! read more

The Charmery in Columbia has become one of my favorite places to treat myself. Every visit is a little moment of happiness. The staff is always so friendly and welcoming. They never make you feel rushed and are genuinely happy to chat and let you sample flavors until you find the one. I love that they always have fun, unique flavors alongside the classics. My personal go-to is Maryland Mud it's insanely good! Their ice cream is rich, creamy, and full of flavor in every bite. You can really tell they care about quality and creativity. The shop itself has such a cheerful vibe, and it's the perfect stop whether I'm hanging out with friends, having a little date night, or just need a pick-me-up after a long day. The Charmery always hits the spot. Definitely a Columbia favorite of mine! read more

Enjoyed the ice cream. Service was quick and staff very friendly. Offered samples before purchase! It's a small space but we were in and out in no time. Plus they have a pick up window outside!! read more

Ice cream is simply amazing!!!! Love the Maryland Mud!!!! The line can be long but it goes fast.

I love this place, friendly staff yummy ice cream, my favorite is mint chocolate chip, and root beer floats,, fresh waffle cones everyday .

Wow !!! My fiancé and I went here the first time on a date and OHMYGOODNESS!!! This place is not only cute with bursts of beautiful colors, but their employees are AMAZING !! Thank you to the guy who helped us create a great experience of delicious ice cream . You guys are the BEST!! read more

The Charmery - Such a fun place for everyone!! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

bluf - a local franchise that delivers seasonal flavors that are both unique and tasty albeit on the upper range on the pricing scale. Charmery is a cool little spot tucked around the corner in Color Burst Park and it offers a nice little pit stop for a bite of dessert. You pay a bit of a premium price for the artisanal flavors though. I got a "kiddie" sized cup for $5 pre-tip. That being said, the flavors are good. I would love for the seating situation to be better (or exist). There's no indoor seating available, which makes it a bit tough for colder days. There's plenty of outdoor seating, but nobody wants to eat ice cream outside on a cold day. read more

The Charmery - Apple cider sorbet - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

First time visiting The Charmery. On the day that we decided to give it a try, it was really crowded to the point that a long line had formed outside of the establishment. It was good that we arrived right before it got really crowded. This leads me to staff efficiency. They handled the crowd with ease. It was amazing to see how they flowed through serving the crowd without missing a beat. Even with some customer indecision about what to order, the assembly line process was top notch. As for the ice cream, they had some regular flavors, but mostly unusual intriguing flavors. I decided on a safe choice, which was salted caramel. It was some of the best salted caramel ice cream that I have ever tasted. The saltiness, the sweetness of the caramel and the overall creaminess were collectively all amazing. The store made waffle cone was also delicious. It was a very warm day, so the ice cream melted faster than I could eat, so it was a little messy. The outside tables across the street from the shop were pretty messy from prior customer's melted ice cream. The one napkin that was wrapped around my cone was not enough to accommodate the melting ice cream or to clean up the messy table and bench. The smell upon walking into the shop was so sweet, the air smelled of waffle cones. It also appeared very clean. I would like to return at some point and try a more adventurous flavor. read more

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Yummy flavors, wonderful service and always something good to try. Highly recommend for any occasion!

Not my first visit to The Charmery, I've been to the Hampden location several times. I had a good time here! Customer service was good. I really liked the ice cream, although I do wish the milkshake came in different sizes. I got a kiddie scoop of Milk and Cookies with Oreo toppings and it was $5.91 which was very affordable and reasonable. The ice cream was creamy and so good! There aren't places to sit inside but in this area there is plenty of outside seating. They have waffle cones, cups and so many flavors! Free Parking is right across the street too. My friend got the Barley Malt flavor which she really likes. They let you try different flavors which is super helpful and I tried two, an apple flavored ice cream and a mud chocolate flavor. (I still went with milk and cookies lol!) I def recommend and I would absolutely visit again. read more

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Visited The Charmery for the first time yesterday. The plus? The young lady helping us was very nice. The minus(es)? The ice cream was just not good! I had the Ice Cream Sandi flavor and it tasted like freezer burn - ice crystals and all. My granddaughter had the Maryland Mud, which we would say was just okay, not much flavor. Additionally, we were shocked that a kiddie scoop was so teeny yet was $5 each! For that cost, we expected so much more. Based on quality of product, flavor and cost - cannot recommend. read more

Great place colorfull nice workers and the ice cream is amazing and it's just cool looking.

Where quality meets intrigue. The Charmery ice cream chain is always one to deliver great tasting ice cream in unusual flavors. A set of standard flavors and a weekly rotating series of flavors means there is always something for everyone. Of their staple flavors, I'd recommend the Dark and Stormy, their rich dark chocolate which hits that chocolate craving with a knockout punch. Their Roasted Strawberry puts a toasty twist on the typical Strawberry flavor, giving a more robust taste to a popular flavor. While the mainstay flavors are good, it's the rotational flavors that peek my interest. Sample as many of these flavors as you can, because you never know when one will disappear. If you do have a favorite, you can take some home with you. And don't forget to check their back fridge, as many of their discontinued flavors have a few last remaining pints in there. Be bold and try something experimental. You'll be surprised with how good they can be. Last week I tried Guava with Cream Cheese and Pastry Chunks. It felt like ice cream for breakfast! The beautiful wall murals and funky music put you into the mood for sweets, and the helpful staff always has time and patience to hand out samples. Be sure to get a punch card when you buy as 10 purchases give you a fun spin on their wheel of prizes. Your punch card can be used at any Charmery location. Bold flavors and a fun environment makes the Charmery a great treat any time. read more

Great flavors, great taste! The customer service was great. The staff allow you to sample flavors to help you decide on your favorite, which is very difficult. We plan to return to sample some new flavors. 10/10 experience read more

April 2023 The Charmery is located in Merriweather District. They offer a handful of a unique flavors and creative flavor names. Samples are provided, which is nice. I tried the Salty Caramel, Maryland Caramel, and Maryland Mud. It was a tough decision because they were all so tasty, but I decided on the Maryland Mud. It was rich, smooth, and chocolaty. Ice cream is available in a cup or a cone. They also sell prepackaged ice cream, milkshakes, floats, and toppings for ice cream. Gift cards and loyalty cards are available. Unfortunately they don't have indoor seating so you have to take it to go. Staff are all friendly. read more

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I finally made it after hearing so many great reviews. I was in town for the Caribbean Festival and we walked over to The Charmery. It was one of those days it felt like it was 100 plus outside. As soon as we entered we were greeted by wonderful cool AC air lol!! Lol! The line wasn't too long it started to get longer after we arrived. I grew up in the south and I was soooo excited when I saw on the menu.... CheerWine Float!!! *insert happy dance* the wait wasn't too long. You can use Apple play or touch pay. If your order isn't ready when you are ready to pay you can wait outside and they have a walk up window they use to give you your order. The staff was so patient and allowed us to sample some of the ice cream. My CheerWine Float with vanilla ice cream was so good! I will definitely be back again to try different flavors. read more

I recently visited The Charmery and tried their ice cream sandwich flavor in a waffle cone, and it was delicious! The ice cream was creamy and full of flavor, with chunks of cookie mixed in that added a nice crunch. The waffle cone held up well to the generous scoops of ice cream. The staff was friendly and helpful, making the overall experience even more enjoyable. I will definitely be returning, although I do wish they would bring back the Speculoos flavor LOL. That used to have me in a chokehold! read more

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Needed a sweet treat after dinner n the Merriweather district and walked by the Charmery. I had heard good things about it so I'd been wanting to try it out. My daughter is always up for some ice cream so she was willing to give it a try as well. Still looks nice and clean inside and there was no line on a Tuesday evening. There was no line when we got there so we didn't have to wait long. They have a lot of interesting flavors. I had the cookie dough and my daughter went with the basic chocolate. The portions are tiny and it's expensive so I won't be coming often. It runs about 7 dollars for a small scoop. Toppings are a little extra. We got ours in cups but they have mini cones and larger waffle cones. Ice cream was soft and sweet. Reminds me of a fancy baskin robins. read more

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First thing I have to say is that you can smell the sweetness from this store down the street! It smelled SO good. It's located in a really fun area near the Merriweather Pavillon. I got the Brownie Fudge Sundae which only comes in a cup (didn't know this when I ordered it). I asked them to give me a cone, but it wasn't the most aesthetic by that point. It was tasty, but there was way too much whipped cream, and the ice cream seemed to melt quickly. read more

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Delicious ice cream and very unique flavors! This is a great place to stop for a sweet taste of their ice cream. My favorites are Brown Bread and Maryland Mud. The shop is right in Merriweather and convenient to all of downtown Columbia. The service is quick and everyone is nice. Only hard part is often there is limited or no parking available. read more

Pros: - It's ice cream - Unique options - Good location for an add-on to another nearby activity Cons: - A bit pricey - Not much space inside, be prepared to sit down somewhere else - It can get busy I'll take it over Cold Stone every time. read more

Came here a 3rd time and the ice cream was phenomenal! Got the limited edition Ube and Cucumber Lemonade flavors :-) read more

The Charmery - Single scoop mini sundae - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

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Stopped in here after dinner at Peter Chang. I always like ice cream shops with either really good soft serve or creative hard ice cream flavors. After trying old bay caramel and Saturday morning cartoons, ended up with a scoop of the latter. Was fast, reasonably priced, and pretty good ice cream. I'd be back to try another creative flavor. read more

The Charmery - Saturday morning cartoons (lucky charms ) - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

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I'm simple. Vanilla ice cream makes me happy. One Scoop Vanilla Ice Cream on Cone 10/10 - creamy.. tastes exactly like vanilla ice cream would - did you know ice cream tastes 3x better in a cone? read more

The Charmery - One Scoop Vanilla Ice Cream on Cone - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Clean shop, cute decorated, bathroom, funny small decors spread out. BUT... we were not a big fan of the ice cream. We ordered three different shakes , they all taste it overly sweet. We did not order any ice cream's on the cone or in a cup , so not really sure if they added any syrup into the milkshakes. I truly hope they didn't because if the ice cream is good enough, normally the ice cream shops, they don't need to add anything additional to it. Not sure if we will return . read more

The Charmery - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Visited The Charmery last night, and had a great visit! When we arrived, we saw the line was out the door! However, don't let it scare you as the line moves very quickly and we were inside in a matter of minutes. There are also two murals in the outside that are very fun, and we even saw people taking photos in front of them. The Charmery has their flavors listed on the wall ranging from seasonal, rotational "here for now," and permanent "always." When you get to the counter, you can ask to sample any of the flavors. The staff team is very quick and provided great, friendly service. We sampled a few flavors before we made our final selections: Incredible Hulk and Hokey Pokey. Both ice creams were delish! We will definitely be back again! read more

The Charmery - Outside Mural - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

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We went to this charming little place yesterday. Its a small location. Smells really good though. We had maryland mud flavor and roasted strawberry. It was pretty good but the maryland mud had too much chocolate chip. I like it subtle but it was plenty of it. read more

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Took my friend here for dessert on this warm day! Staff allowed sample tastings. A lot of flavors to choose from! Some are seasonal flavors while others are permanent flavors. I got the "salty caramel" and my friend got the "ice cream sando" (which is supposed to taste just like an ice cream sandwich), both in waffle cones. We both enjoyed the flavors we got and the waffle cone was awesome, too! They have a location in Baltimore, but I'm so glad we now have one here in Columbia! read more

The Charmery - "Salty caramel" & "ice cream sando"on waffle cones - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Really tasty flavors with good amount of variety. Can't wait for when they have ube again.