Our favorite way to beat the heat is from the inside out – give your kids and their taste buds a nice, cool treat at one of these awesome ice cream shops in Wichita!
Ice Cream Shops in Wichita
Andy’s Frozen Custard
Andy’s Frozen Custard has shops in east & west Wichita as well as College Hill. They exclusively offer frozen custard treats, including chocolate and vanilla cones and seasonal concretes and sundaes in fun flavors. Seasonal items are available on a limited basis, so be sure to check the menu if you want a Blackberry Concrete or Peach Sundae this summer! Take home containers are available in pint and quart sizes if you need your frozen custard fix outside of business hours.
Braum’s
This Midwest-based chain boasts 3 stores in one: a grill, soda fountain and grocery store all within the same building. Offering ice cream, frozen yogurt, sherbet and other sweet treats made with milk from their own private dairy herd. During warm weather, a Cherry Limeade from Braum’s is a must-have!
Churn & Burn
This locally-owned spot specializes in ice cream and coffee. Something unique about Churn N Burn is their use of liquid nitrogen to create perfectly textured ice cream there in the store. My preschooler was completely fascinated with watching the ice cream-making process, as customers are able to see the ice cream being made behind the counter. One of their specialties is the Churn & Burn, a combination of coffee or espresso and ice cream.
Cocoa Dolce
Stop in for a scoop of gelato at Cocoa Dolce! Famous for their artisan chocolates, this Wichita sweets staple has 3 locations (east, west, and downtown) also serves gelato and specialty drinks like Organic Citrus Green Iced Tea, Cocoa Dolce Iced Chocolate and other cold treats. A Lavender Lemonade is the perfect way to beat the heat!
Cold Stone Creamery
An ice cream shake with a donut on the side? Yes please! The Cold Stone menu provides a seemingly endless variety of treats for your tastebuds, including ice cream, cakes, yogurt, sorbet, shakes, smoothies and frappes.
Freddy’s Frozen Custard
Specializing in steakburgers and frozen custard, this chain with local roots also serves sundaes and blended sundaes called concretes. The Dirt n’ Worms Sundae or Concrete made with vanilla custard, Oreo cookies, Gummi Worms and whipped cream will delight your little ones and you will probably find yourself stealing more than one bite.
Freezing Moo
Fried ice cream rolls made their debut at Wichita’s Freezing Moo location in February 2018. Freezing Moo’s handmade treats are made with milk and poured over an iced grill The desserts come with three toppings, including vegan and dairy-free options. East & west locations.
Frost
Cakes, pies, and even ice cream! Their flavors change often, so you never know what fun is waiting for your tastebuds!
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Old Mill Tasty Shop
This classic Old Town soda fountain has been a Wichita favorite for over 80 years. Treats like malts, sundaes, floats and fountain-style soda pop are offered. Enjoy a time warp and a tasty treat at this time-honored Wichita eatery and soda fountain.
Songbird Juice Company
Open since 2015 and located in the heart of Riverside, Songbird Juice Co. serves cold-pressed juices, smoothies, acai bowls and other healthy offerings. Perfect for cooling off and quenching your thirst after a splash in the Riverside Park fountains!
Yo-B Yogurt & Burgers
This Old Town establishment offers over 200 flavors of yogurt, custard and gelato (though only 14 are served each week). Choose from over 100 toppings including fruits, cookies, and chopped up candy bars. They also serve a variety of burgers & sandwiches.
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