UPDATE
Last Sunday was National Ice Cream Day, so naturally, we had to get the latest scoop on the best locally owned ice cream spots in our region.
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We put out a poll, and wow, you guys were quick to cast your votes! We absolutely LOVED hearing from you and received nearly 300 votes overall. Now, the moment you’ve been waiting for, it’s time to reveal your top picks!
Here’s a look at the tastiest ice cream spots in our region, according to YOU.
Drumroll, please...
BLUE COW ICE CREAM CO. - ROANOKE
Located at 1115 Piedmont St SE, Roanoke, VA 24014
Blue Cow Ice Cream Co. was founded right here in the Star City back in 2016 by husband and wife duo Jason and Carolyn Kiser. Their mission? To build a deeper connection with the community while serving up smiles, one handmade, high-quality scoop at a time.
HOMESTEAD CREAMERY - BURNT CHIMNEY
Located at 7254 Booker T Washington Hwy, Wirtz, VA 24184
Homestead Creamery is more than just ice cream, it’s a family legacy. Founded in 2001 by two local dairy farmers determined to preserve their family farm, Homestead now sells its products in about 100 Virginia stores and beyond. They offer a variety of ice cream flavors, including a trio of Hokie Ice Cream flavors!
DOWN HOME CREAMERY - VINTON
Located at 116 S Poplar St, Vinton, VA 24179 and also at Valley View Mall next to Barnes & Noble
Down Home Creamery scoops up a wide variety of Homestead Creamery flavors made fresh daily. Whether you’re a fan of the classics or love to mix things up, there’s something here for every ice cream lover.
BIG LICK ICE CREAM CO. - BLACKSBURG
Located at the Blacksburg Farmers Market
Since arriving in Blacksburg in 2011, Big Lick Ice Cream has offered locals scoops, popsicles, and ice cream sammies made from organic milk, cream, sugar, and locally grown fruit and herbs, some even from their own farm!
SALEM ICE CREAM PARLOR
Located at 404 W Main St, Salem, VA 24153
A beloved local staple for over 30 years, Joe McNamara and his family run this spot, where they’re truly “in the business of creating smiles.” From good-old vanilla cones to fun flavors like praline pecan and strawberry cheesecake, it’s easy to see why Salem Ice Cream Parlor is a community favorite.
DIPPERS ICE CREAM - RIDGEWAY
Located at 4970 Greensboro Rd, Ridgeway, VA 24148
With 11,000 Facebook followers, it’s clear Dippers Ice Cream is the place to be! They serve up an array of homemade ice creams and desserts, all made from scratch, and offer outdoor seating plus a grassy game area to keep things fun.
Did your favorite spot make the cut? Drop your top pick in the comments!
ORIGINAL STORY
You scream, I scream, we all scream for ice cream! Sunday is National Ice Cream Day, so if you were looking for an excuse to treat yourself to a sweet treat, then it’s your lucky day!
Whether it be a hidden gem that not many people know about or a familiar favorite, we’d love to hear your recommendations when it comes to the best spot to grab ice cream in our region.
Using the survey below, let us know who serves the sweetest scoops around!