In honor of National Ice Cream Day, this July 19th, we’ll be celebrating the best way we know possible, eating our way through the Lowcountry! What better way to enjoy the day than with a cold scoop of soft serve. If you’re looking to celebrate, here’s a round-up of the best ice cream and gelato joints in CHS.

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams

This creative flavor chain always has a line out the door, so you’ll want to come early before your favorite scoop runs out. Located in the heart of Downtown, you’ll know you’re close when you smell the savory aroma. Take a pint to-go, or enjoy a waffle cone to beat the summer heat. Hours are noon – 11 p.m. daily.

Ye Ole Fashioned Ice Cream

As a Charleston staple, Ye Ole is known for its lip-smacking good milkshakes and fantastic food. Hit the drive-through for soft-serve at locations in North Charleston, West Ashley, Mt Pleasant, and Goose Creek. Celebrate the holiday with Ye Ole from 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. today.

Off Track Ice Cream

Off Track is hardly off the beaten track. This delicious ice cream parlor crafts homemade flavors from pop tart to your classic vanilla. You’ll find their storefront on Beaufain and King Street open 12 p.m. – 10 a.m. With traditional and vegan options, Off Track is sure to please everyone in your family.

Park Circle Creamery

You know it, you love it. It’s the famous Park Circle Creamery. This North Charleston ice cream shop is offering a free scoop this National Ice Cream day for its first 150 customers. Grab a friend and enjoy a cone from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

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I scream, you scream! There’s nothing like satisfying your sweet tooth and treating yourself to some delicious ice cream! Plus, a few gelato spots, just for good measure.

1. ‘55 Exchange, Clemson

A tradition since the 1920’s, this student run ice cream enterprise in Clemson University serves ice cream, coffee chillers, fruit and yogurt smoothies, shakes and sundaes and even Clemson blue cheese. They’ve got nine classic flavors always on hand plus fun rotating flavors like tiger boulevard, caramel cookie dough and black cherry!

2. Baker and Farmer, Johns Island

It’s farm to scoop at this ice cream shop. Using local and mainly organic ingredients, their made from scratch ice cream prioritizes quality. The quaint spot on Johns Island has a rotating menu of six flavors. You can still get creative and build your own ice cream sandwiches and brownie sundaes.

3. Belgian Gelato, Charleston

Daily, fresh, handcrafted, homemade gelato made in small batches as its ordered to ensure quality. Does it get any better than that? It’s made just like authentic Italian gelato, but with a Belgian chocolate twist. Get a cup of coffee on the side!

4. Flanigan’s Ice Cream Parlour, Aiken

Recently relocated and upgraded, this downtown Aiken shop is best known for hand-dipped ice cream and waffle cones. The new location is taking their classic offerings to the next level with more sundae flavors and topping choices.

5. The Frozen Moo, Hilton Head

Take a bite into the good ol’ days at this family-owned dessert parlor. With 90+ flavors of ice cream, frozen yogurt and sherbet, the only problem you’ll have is deciding what to choose.

6. Kirk’s: 1980 Ice Cream Parlor, Myrtle Beach

The local mom-and-pop shop now has two locations, both a couple blocks from the beach. Their display case is sprawling with up to 40 different flavors of creamy goodness. Check out one of their unique concoctions like blackberry cheesecake or pineapple and strawberry swirl while you hang out on soda fountain chairs or play some of their retro games.

7. Luna Rosa Gelato Cafe, Greenville

Although they are currently moving locations to 123 Main St., stay tuned because soon enough you’ll be able to dive back into their authentic artisan gelato. You can enjoy their 20 daily flavors outside or inside, either way it’s a warm and inviting atmosphere!

8. Park Circle Creamery, North Charleston

An “ice cream-ologist” comes to the store every morning to concoct fresh flavors at this neighborhood favorite. The flavors change daily, but there is always something special. Get your scoop (or three) in a cup or a cone. If it’s around, be sure to sample the lemon crunch!

9. Spill the Beans, Greenville

Winner of Best of the Upstate Frozen Treats, this unique and innovative coffeehouse and creamery will have you coming back again and again. Their downtown location is a sweet spot right on the river. Try the espresso milkshake for the best of both worlds.

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Best Ice Cream Shops in CHS

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Ye Ole Fashioned Ice Cream

Off Track Ice Cream

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