{"id":26203,"date":"2018-06-06T03:00:29","date_gmt":"2018-06-06T03:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/?p=26203"},"modified":"2018-06-06T03:00:29","modified_gmt":"2018-06-06T03:00:29","slug":"best-ice-cream-a2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/3019bolgos.reinhartrealtors.com\/blog\/best-ice-cream-a2\/","title":{"rendered":"The 10 Best Places for Ice Cream in Ann Arbor, Michigan"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nWe\u2019re strong proponents of eating ice cream year-round, but with summer months on the horizon, our cravings are getting even stronger. Luckily for us, we live in one of the state\u2019s best places for ice cream!<\/span>
\nTo help satisfy your cravings, we rounded up Ann Arbor\u2019s best places to enjoy ice cream. From the local spots producing ice cream by hand to the trendy newcomers serving up fresh creations \u2014\u00a0there\u2019s something on our list everyone will love. Enjoy! <\/span>
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1.\u00a0Blank Slate Creamery<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

300 W Liberty Rd<\/span><\/i><\/a> |<\/span> Facebook<\/span><\/i><\/a>
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Photo courtesy of Blank Slate Creamery<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

The ice cream at Blank Slate Creamery is homemade using fresh, all-natural ingredients which has resulted in numerous rankings as the top ice cream in Ann Arbor and throughout the state of Michigan! You can even see a list of several of their locally-sourced ingredients <\/span>on their website<\/span><\/a>, which includes milk and cream from <\/span>Guernsey Farms Dairy<\/span><\/a> in Northville. Locally owned and operated, we\u2019re proud to put Blank Slate at the top of the list. <\/span>
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2.\u00a0Michigan Creamery<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

302 S State St<\/span><\/i><\/a> |<\/span> Facebook<\/span><\/i><\/a>
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Photo courtesy of\u00a0Olivia Seta via\u00a0Michigan Creamery<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Another locally-owned and locally-sourced favorite, the Michigan Creamery story began back in 2007 with a charming storefront in <\/span>Dexter<\/span><\/a>. Today, they operate one shop right here in Ann Arbor. Everything \u2014\u00a0from the ice cream and chocolates all the way down to the ingredients \u2014\u00a0is locally produced in Michigan! <\/span>
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3.\u00a0Washtenaw Dairy<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

602 S Ashley St<\/span><\/i><\/a> |<\/span> Facebook<\/span><\/i><\/a>
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Photo courtesy of Washtenaw Dairy<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Washtenaw Dairy may already be a famous destination for donuts, but if you\u2019re skipping the ice cream, you\u2019re missing out on some of Ann Arbor\u2019s best! This landmark shop has the biggest cones in town at the lowest prices. With over 30 flavors alongside hand-dipped shakes and malts, everyone can find a cold, refreshing treat to enjoy. Follow the team on Instagram<\/a> and get ready to drool.\u00a0<\/span>
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4.\u00a0Go! Ice Cream<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

10 N Washington St, Ypsilanti<\/span><\/i><\/a> |<\/span> Facebook<\/span><\/i><\/a>
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Photo courtesy of Go! Ice Cream<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

This year-round, <\/span>Ypsi<\/span><\/a> ice cream shop serves up ice cream made by hand, from scratch, using all-natural and local ingredients whenever possible. Inside their vintage-inspired shop, you\u2019ll find custom cakes and pies, one-of-a-kind flavors and an old-school, chromed-out soda fountain. Stop in once and you\u2019ll soon become a regular. <\/span>
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5.\u00a0Iorio\u2019s Gelateria<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

522 E William St<\/span><\/i><\/a> |<\/span> Facebook<\/span><\/i><\/a>
\nInspired by their great-grandparents, Luigi and Maria Iorio, siblings Mary and Nick started Iorio\u2019s Gelato in 2004 right here in Ann Arbor to celebrate and share their family\u2019s Italian heritage. Today, their team makes artisan gelato using authentic, natural ingredients sourced from all around the world. You can find flavors like traditional Italian pistachio and pomegranate champagne sorbetto here in Ann Arbor or in the East Lansing shop! <\/span>
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6.\u00a0Joe and Rosie Coffee and Tea<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

3780 Jackson Rd<\/span><\/i><\/a> |<\/span> Facebook<\/span><\/i><\/a>
\nThe Joe and Rosie story started and flourished in nearby Dexter where they serve coffees, teas, pastries, sandwiches and more. At the very end of 2017, the team purchased Coffee House Creamery and opened their second location in Ann Arbor! In this new shop, they serve everything we\u2019ve come to love in Dexter, plus specialty ice cream and cakes. <\/span>
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7.\u00a0Kilwins<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

107 E Liberty St<\/span><\/i><\/a> |<\/span> Facebook<\/span><\/i><\/a>
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Photo courtesy of Kilwins<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Since 1947, Kilwins has been serving families decadent chocolates, ice cream and confections in locations around the country. You\u2019ll find Kilwins of Ann Arbor in the heart of downtown under two orange awnings \u2014\u00a0the same place they\u2019ve been since January 18, 1983! Walk in and you\u2019ll immediately smell handmade waffle cones, homemade caramel, hand-paddled fudge and more. <\/span>
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8.\u00a0Cherry Bee’s<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

3980 Platt Rd<\/span><\/i><\/a> |<\/span> Facebook<\/span><\/i><\/a>
\nThis self-serve frozen yogurt, ice cream, gelato and custard shop offers up to 18 flavors and endless toppings so you can eat to your heart\u2019s (and stomach\u2019s) content! Because you serve the ice cream and choose the toppings, you can opt for a create-your-own fruity concoction or a death by chocolate masterpiece. <\/span>
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9.\u00a0Ben & Jerry\u2019s<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

304 S State St<\/span><\/i><\/a> |<\/span> Facebook<\/span><\/i><\/a>
\nLocally owned and operated, the Ann Arbor Ben & Jerry\u2019s will inspire everyone to feel like a kid again. In addition to classic, famous flavors, you\u2019ll find pints to take home, sundaes, smoothies, shakes and even custom ice cream cakes! <\/span>
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10.\u00a0I-CE-NY<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n

800 Briarwood Cir<\/span><\/i><\/a> |<\/span> Facebook<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

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