Cool off this summer with one of Philly’s most creative ice cream treats.
With Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream’s Scoops Flight, you don’t have to settle on one flavor.
The Brotherly Love Milkshake
Craftsman Row Saloon
Located in the historic Jewelers’ Row, this casual yet charming eatery is known for its seasonally-themed decor and classic American bites, but the real draw? Their milkshakes. Indulge in The Brotherly Love made with local vanilla ice cream, Hershey’s chocolate, peanut butter, a Tastykake cupcake and kandy cake topped with an Amish pretzel stick. Elevate it with a shot of your favorite sweet liquor to take the edge off. 112 S. Eighth St., craftsmanrowsaloon.com
Pooh Bear Sundae
D’Emilio’s Old World Ice Treats
How about a small smackerel of honey? Inspired by the most adorable Disney teddy bear, the Pooh Bear Sundae is a must-try sundae at the family-owned D’Emilio’s Old World Ice Treats. This offering has a base of whipped cream and vanilla soft serve topped with Honeycomb Cereal crumbles, Nature Nate’s Honey and Ghirardelli sea salt caramel. 1928 E. Passyunk Ave., demilios-old-world-icetreats. business.site
Reese’s Cup Sundae
Fairmount Flavors
Peanut butter lovers—this one’s for you. The iconic Fairmount Flavors offers the most delectable Reese’s Cup Sundae. Start by picking your favorite type of vanilla ice cream—custard, hard, frozen yogurt or sugar-free—to make the base, which is topped with Reese’s Cups, Reese’s Puree, whipped cream and a cherry. 2004 Fairmount Ave., fairmountflavors.com
Scoops Flight
Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream
What’s better than one scoop of ice cream? 10. With over 80 Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream shops around the United States, this artisanal ice cream does not disappoint with a neverending selection of homemade confections. Jeni’s adored scoops flight comes with 10 of their most popular flavors like Brown Butter Almond Brittle, Wildberry Lavender, Darkest Chocolate and Brambleberry Crisp. Multiple Locations, jenis.com
Spectacular Melting Chocolate S’mores Sundae
Max Brenner
Creating a chocolate sensory immersion through uniquely presented desserts, the famed Max Brenner offers the ultimate confectionary experience. Just be sure to order the ever-so-heavenly Spectacular Melting Chocolate S’mores Sundae. Chocolate and vanilla ice cream are layered with chocolate milk, peanut butter sauce and fluffy marshmallow before the sweet is topped with toasted marshmallows, chocolate-covered graham crackers, chocolate ganache and whipped cream. Let the ice cream coma commence. 1500 Walnut St., maxbrenner.com
Dirty Oreo Partially Baked Cookie Sundae
Scoop DeVille
Since 1989, this beloved ice cream shop has been a favorite for satisfying sweet cravings with a menu full of crazy creations. Serving up frozen drinks, signature soft serves, vegan flavors and sundaes, the possibilities are endless. Our favorite? The Dirty Oreo Partially Baked Cookie Sundae made with Oreo cookie dough, cookie monster ice cream, hot fudge, an Oreo garnish and whipped cream. Multiple Locations, scoopdevilleicecream.com
Shortcake Sundae delights with sweet strawberries and moist pound cake.
Stock’s Strawberry Shortcake Sundae
Somerset Splits
Whether you’re a chocolate lover or a fan of fruity flavors, Somerset Splits has got you covered with their vast selection of sundaes. During strawberry season, order the Stock’s Strawberry Shortcake sundae with vanilla ice cream layered with chunks of pound cake, fresh strawberry sauce, whipped cream and a cherry. 2600 E. Somerset St., somersetsplits.com
Matcha Made in Heaven
Surreal Creamery
For some truly unusual yet remarkably delicious confections, head to Surreal Creamery. This iconic shop is known for its over-the-top mason jar shakes and Floateas-bubble tea floats. Try the Matcha Made in Heaven jar for a taste of something bright, sweet and savory. This one-of-a-kind treat is a matcha ice cream swirled with caramel syrup and decorated with lucky charms. Multiple Locations, surrealcreamery.com
Dr. Dovey’s Banana Split
The Franklin Fountain
Reviving age-old customs with traditional flavors, this renowned, old-timey ice cream shop has been a local favorite for 18 years. Their classic banana split combines three varieties of ice cream, crushed pineapples, strawberry compote, decadent chocolate syrup, whipped cream, almonds and a trio of cherries. 116 Market St., franklinfountain.com
Ice Cream Flight
Tubby Robot
Fuel your imagination and satisfy your confectionary cravings at the brainchild of Chris Maguire and Steve Wright Jr., where video games and ice cream take center stage. With so many delicious handmade, locallysourced flavors, it’s hard to choose just one. Their flight allows sweet tooths to indulge in a choice of four or six delicious flavors like lavender honey and Mexican chocolate. 4369 Main St., tubbyrobot.com
Top off your next meal at Urban Farmer with the Butterscotch Sundae.
Butterscotch Sundae
Urban Farmer
Despite being a modern steakhouse with a menu full of savory bites, Urban Farmer also serves some of the best confections. Complete your fine-dining experience by indulging in their Butterscotch Sundae—a warm brown butter blondie topped with toffee chip ice cream, shaved chocolate and praline. 1850 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., urbanfarmersteakhouse.com
Seasonal Ice Cream Sandwiches
Weckerly’s Ice Cream
From West Philly to Fishtown, Weckerly’s Ice Cream is serving up a variety of seasonal sweet treats like their mini ice cream sandwiches. All year round, find the classic black and white with layers of whole bean vanilla and milk chocolate ice cream sandwiched between chewy chocolate chip cookies. Spring brought seasonal flavors like lemon and rosemary— who knows what summer has in store? Multiple locations, weckerlys.com
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