Ice Cream Shops -The Perfect Summer Treat
On a hot day is there anything better than a cold scoop of ice cream? Here’s a list of just a few of our favorite spots for when your next craving hits.
Selma’s is the oldest ice cream parlor in Minnesota, Established in 1913. They have about 35 flavors of ice cream in their cases from Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream, based in Madison, Wisconsin. Selma’s also makes their own cakes, ice cream cookie sandwiches and has a coffee bar.
3419 Saint Croix Trail South, Afton, Minnesota 55001
Your Hometown Ice Cream Shoppe offering super premium hard ice cream and treats. There are over 100 flavors of ice cream available. They also make dipped cones, sundae cones and homemade cakes. Make sure to try their Tornado challenge, where you get 20 scoops of ice cream with toppings.
1918 2nd Avenue South, Anoka, MN 55303
A family-owned business that loves serving their community. They have 40 flavors in their case from Cedar Crest, and they have a case solely designated to nut-free flavors. They make their own waffles cones and bowls in house.
18 Division Street East, Buffalo, MN 55313
In Business since 1923, Stillwater’s historical gem offers 44 ice cream flavors served in mammoth portions. On a busy day, they will go through 450 gallons of ice cream. Always expect a line and just a heads up, they only take cash.
920 Olive St. W., Stillwater, MN 55082
This third-generation soft-serve joint might be 45 years old, but it caters to today’s crowd. Walk up to the stand with a glowing, yellow-and-blue retro sign for a classic northeast-metro experience. They serve Cones, Shakes, Malts, Candy Bar Malts, Frozen Novelties and many other ice cream items.