Ice cream is the song of summer, the refreshing drop of sweetness that sears our late afternoon memories strong in our minds, the perfect treat for adults and children alike. Here in Tennessee, we don’t take our creamy desserts for granted! Which, of course, is why we have eight fun and quirky spots for you to visit if you’re looking to experience a perfect sweet treat on these dog days of summer.
- Clumpie’s Ice Cream Co - Chattanooga
Clumpie’s Ice Cream Co - Facebook This classic Chattanooga ice creamery is perfect for homemade and old school ice cream flavors, making for a fun experience in one of Tennessee’s prettiest river cities. (Various Locations)
- Bobbie’s Dairy Dip - Nashville
Bobbie’s Dairy Dip - Facebook
Bobbie’s Dairy Dip - Facebook Bobbie’s Dairy Dip is a Nashville classic! With two locations, one in the heart of downtown Nashville and the other on the west side off of Charlotte. Make sure to snag a sundae or maybe a chocolate dipped ice cream cone! (5301 Charlotte Avenue)
- Soda Pop Junction - Lynnville
Soda Pop Junction - Facebook A true step back in time, a trip to Soda Pop Junction in Lynnville may make you feel like you’ve resurfaced in the mid-century. We can’t imagine anything better than an malted at the ice cream counter right inside. (141 Mill Street)
- Mimi’s Cookies N’ Creamery - Johnson City
Mimi’s Cookies N’ Creamery - Facebook
Mimi’s Cookies N’ Creamery - Facebook Mimi’s is located in a Johnson City food truck, and it’s one of the quirkiest and most fun ice creameries in the state. Come for a hefty cone and leave with a sugar high. If you aren’t looking to indulge in something cold, take note: the cookies are homemade! (Various Locations)
- Rollin’ Sweets - Memphis
Rollin’ Sweets - Facebook
Rollin’ Sweets - Facebook This Memphis ice creamery has made a name for itself with its decadent desserts and delicious ROLLED ice cream. Yep, the quirky way of delivering an ice cream treat in a roll isn’t just saved for cities like Los Angeles and NYC. (26 S Second Street)
- Razzleberry’s Ice Cream Lab & Kitchen - Oak Ridge
Bryan L - TripAdvisor
Razzleberry’s Ice Cream Lab & Kitchen - Facebook Calling this spot an “ice cream lab” in Tennessee’s Secret City is the perfect play on the history behind Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The friendly service and delicious food options really make this a quirky, one-of-a-kind culinary experience in the state. (223 Jackson Square)
- Milk and Honey - Chattanooga
Milk and Honey - Facebook
Milk and Honey - Facebook Milk & Honey has since expanded into a restaurant in Nashville, but we’ll always have a soft spot for our sweet place in Chattanooga. The tiny spot serves up lunch, breakfast and dessert fare - including homemade pastries and cookies! Plus that milkshake looks downright delicious. We’ll take two, please! (135 N Market Street)
- Tic-Toc Ice Cream Parlor - Loudon
Tic-Toc Ice Cream Parlor - Facebook
Tic-Toc Ice Cream Parlor - Loudon Tic-Toc Ice Cream Parlor makes us feel all sorts of nostalgic, especially in the sweet town of Loudon, Tennessee. You can indulge in a delicious spot of specialty coffee or take a few cones to go. Maybe both? It’s all up to you, friends. (504 Grove Street)
If you’re looking for some more fun and quirky Tennessee experiences, you need to check out Amish country – it’s such a fascinating step back in time!
Clumpie’s Ice Cream Co - Facebook
This classic Chattanooga ice creamery is perfect for homemade and old school ice cream flavors, making for a fun experience in one of Tennessee’s prettiest river cities. (Various Locations)
Bobbie’s Dairy Dip - Facebook
Bobbie’s Dairy Dip is a Nashville classic! With two locations, one in the heart of downtown Nashville and the other on the west side off of Charlotte. Make sure to snag a sundae or maybe a chocolate dipped ice cream cone! (5301 Charlotte Avenue)
Soda Pop Junction - Facebook
A true step back in time, a trip to Soda Pop Junction in Lynnville may make you feel like you’ve resurfaced in the mid-century. We can’t imagine anything better than an malted at the ice cream counter right inside. (141 Mill Street)
Mimi’s Cookies N’ Creamery - Facebook
Mimi’s is located in a Johnson City food truck, and it’s one of the quirkiest and most fun ice creameries in the state. Come for a hefty cone and leave with a sugar high. If you aren’t looking to indulge in something cold, take note: the cookies are homemade! (Various Locations)
Rollin’ Sweets - Facebook
This Memphis ice creamery has made a name for itself with its decadent desserts and delicious ROLLED ice cream. Yep, the quirky way of delivering an ice cream treat in a roll isn’t just saved for cities like Los Angeles and NYC. (26 S Second Street)
Bryan L - TripAdvisor
Razzleberry’s Ice Cream Lab & Kitchen - Facebook
Calling this spot an “ice cream lab” in Tennessee’s Secret City is the perfect play on the history behind Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The friendly service and delicious food options really make this a quirky, one-of-a-kind culinary experience in the state. (223 Jackson Square)
Milk and Honey - Facebook
Milk & Honey has since expanded into a restaurant in Nashville, but we’ll always have a soft spot for our sweet place in Chattanooga. The tiny spot serves up lunch, breakfast and dessert fare - including homemade pastries and cookies! Plus that milkshake looks downright delicious. We’ll take two, please! (135 N Market Street)
Tic-Toc Ice Cream Parlor - Facebook
Tic-Toc Ice Cream Parlor - Loudon
Tic-Toc Ice Cream Parlor makes us feel all sorts of nostalgic, especially in the sweet town of Loudon, Tennessee. You can indulge in a delicious spot of specialty coffee or take a few cones to go. Maybe both? It’s all up to you, friends. (504 Grove Street)
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