42 Best Ice Cream Shops near River Ridge

“Pros: it's fro yo, good variety of flavors (I had cake batter) has indoor and outdoor seating Cons: they were playing creepy piano music, like in a spa. No thanks. If that's a corporate or owner decision- stop subjecting your staff and customers to that! Lol I'm glad it was cool enough to sit outside. The stale-est gummy bears ever. They were almost crunchy. The cold changes the consistency, but it's not supposed to like this. First time in my life I've ever encountered it. The other toppings (Oreos, cookie, cookie dough) were fine.“

“When you're in New Orleans, be sure to hit up the person behind the front desk at your hotel at least once after check-in and before check-out to ask what the best place to grab a snowball (Sno-ball? Up in the air...) is. And if you're lucky, there will be two people behind the front desk, so they can have a fierce debate about it. My decision was made after hearing that Hansen's gave you a souvenir cup with your sno-ball. It was 90+ degrees the entire time we were in NOLA. Without taking the humidity into consideration. So it came as no surprise that the first thing our Uber driver said to us was "Hansen's? I could really use a sno-ball today too!" (We invited her to join us but she declined because of the sugar content. Which... fair.) Plan and time your visit well. Hansen's is a little out of the way and is guaranteed to have a line. I found myself awkwardly craning my neck at times to catch the shade. It's a tiny mom-and-pop place (it's been in the Hansen family for three generations) and the fans inside won't do much to cool you down until you take your first bite of a sno-ball. It tastes nothing like shaved ice. The texture is softer -- truly snowlike. I got satsuma (a tart citrusy flavor that you'll find on the menu of many NOLA institutions, whether edible or in candle form) and cream of earl grey. I could barely taste the earl grey, so I think I should've gotten another flavor, but the satsuma was heavenly.“

“We stopped in here on our search for some authentic gelato. We tried a few different flavors such as the stracciatella, amarena cherry, cookies black, and hazelnut. The stracciatella was a little heavy on the chocolate but it was still super smooth and tasted great. The amarena cherry and cookies black were probably my two favorite gelatos as they were very well balanced! It's nice and quaint inside and there is some additional seating outdoors too.“

“Came here with the kiddos and really enjoyed our treat! They have a lot of different options—really unique flavors & their ice cream isn’t overly sweet. I went with the junior sundae. Nice portion size, the single scoop is pretty large. Also tried the Creole Strawberry, amazingly delicious! Can get quite crowded so seating can be problematic. Staff were friendly & attentive. Love that you can sample! Will be back.“

“I thought I liked all ice cream just about equally until my friend recommended I check out Lucy Boone. The texture is PERFECTION and the flavors are incredible. If my favorite flavor (chocolate mint cookie) turns out to be only a seasonal offering, it very well may ruin my life. Also, the staff is delightful and helpful!“

“Um. Wow. This place is phenomenal, and the ladies running it are so kind and lovely. My sister and I both got the soft serve flavor of the week, cookies and cream, in affogato form. It had their vegan whipped cream, crushed Oreos, and an Oreo on top. Extremely pleased and it was absolutely delicious, especially with their house blend espresso that they even grinded right in front of us!! 1,000% recommended on every level.“

“Excellent ice cream and plenty of flavors from which to choose. My favorite ice cream is rum raisin. Not many places serve this flavor these days, and it is almost impossible to find in grocery stores. Angelo Brocato has an excellent Rum Raisin.“

“The most delicious ice-cream anywhere around. We routinely order the Cookie Monster (aka cookies n cream) and couldn't be happier. What makes the Rahm Haus Cookie Monster extra cool is that it's colored blue and the blue color doesn't come from food coloring, but rather "blue spirulina phycocyanin" which is a type of blue algae. The flavor has a generous amount of cookie in it and is creamy, both of which I appreciate. The service is great too. The woman who waited on us was extremely professional, informative and otherwise friendly. The ambiance is charming. It's located in the Merchant House and the vibe is that of a trendy outside bar. We love it.“

“I want everyone to know that they have the best chocolate with condensed milk snowball I have ever had. Believe me I’m a chocoholic lol I know chocolate. This is the first time we have been there and most definitely will not be my last. Absolutely amazing! The staff was extremely friendly as well.“

“TL;DR - don't miss this place! Off the beaten path, but 100% worth it! Get a burger at Junior's first, then come here for a sweet treat. The waiter at Junior's recommending getting ice cream from here, and I don't turn down recommendations from locals! This is some of the best ice cream I've ever had. It's worth going off the beaten path to get here. It's small-ish inside, located in a very odd residential area. It's very clean and the line moves quickly, with kind staff working behind the counter. Add this place to your list when in NOLA!“

“I discovered this gem of an ice cream parlor several months ago and can’t stay away. The best ice cream in the city, hands-down. Try the espresso brownie or peppermint bark and tell me I’m wrong. No need to venture up Prytania any more!!!“

“We went to this place after seeing a tik tok about their Italian ice slushies. They’re right down the street from the fairgrounds. The atmosphere wasn’t entirely welcoming to us and parking was tough like every other good place in New Orleans but I’d go again when in the mood for delicious Italian ice slushies. Yummy!!“

“We delight in Todd’s as a family more than I care to admit. You can’t beat the friendly service, frozen cappuchinos, and yogurt. I buy their yogurt by the quarts (great price)! I’ve even had to run in at closing time with my spoon in my hand and they were happy to make sure I didn’t run out of favorite cream cheese and chocolate. Love Todd’s!!!!!!!“

“Indulge in a delectable array of ice cream flavors! Whether you crave the classics or seek adventurous new tastes, they've got you covered. Explore a wide range of mouthwatering options that will satisfy any ice cream lover's cravings. Prepare to be delighted by familiar favorites and pleasantly surprised by never-before-seen flavors. Treat yourself to a scoop of happiness! #IceCreamLovers #SweetIndulgence“

“Out of all the snowball places we visited while in New Orleans, this was my seven-year-old's favorite. Here's why: 1) Flavors: They have a list, but many stood out to my daughter- rainbow, blue raspberry, pink lemonade. She went for the rainbow and LOVED it. It comes with four flavors- yellow (pineapple), red (strawberry), blue (blue raspberry), and green (apple). 2) Service: The staff are friendly and even let my daughter use their private restroom. 3) Sizes: They have many cup sizes, but the kid one is perfect for all. 4) Area: Along a main road, there are plenty of cafes, restaurants, and shops nearby. 5) Space: The stand is small and there's one picnic table off to the side, but my daughter and I enjoyed ours on the nearby curb.“

“Had the dreamsicle snowball with condensed milk drizzle…OMG ?? SOOO good. Definitely coming back here. I saw a long line outside the shop when I was having dinner near across the street so figured I had to check it out. They had a TON of options and the dreamsicle was amazing“

“Visited here for the first time today. It was easy to miss because the sign off the street didn't say The Wandering Goat. I believe the sign said gelato and bakery. I parked in a spot near the pizzeria. Fortunately I didn't have to walk far to get to the bakery. I was expecting to see more baked goods. There were only about 5 or 6 that I could see. But maybe that had to do with the day of the week that I visited. I decided to try the strawberry Bundt cake. The owner said it was recently removed from the oven. I really enjoyed the cake. I initially thought it seemed a bit pricey. But after tasting the cake I realized it was definitely worth the price. I plan to return in the future to try other desserts.“

“This place is fab. The owners were extremely polite. The place was clean and beautiful. And their ice cream is delicious. I did a private party a few weeks ago and they featured this ice cream. And everybody loved it. This would be a perfect place to have small birthday parties for your kids. I cannot recommend this ice cream shop enough. My favorite is the strawberry with fruit loops in it , and also the chocolate covered bananas.“

“After a hot day working outside, this place hits the spot. Located conveniently off of highway 90 next to Pizza Hut, it couldn’t be any easier to access. There’s plenty of room inside to stretch your legs and sit down with the family for a sweet treat. The staff is courteous, mindful, and accommodative to any special requests. Don’t think twice. Stop by now!!“

“I had ordered cookies, and after an hour they still weren't delivered turn out the driver had brought them to the wrong house. Not only did they refund my money but they sent out another order. The manager was very nice and understanding.“

“Ok full honest review I loved how fast they move the prices were good I love the seating area where u sit the parking was good the only improvement I would say I like juicy snowballs I would prefer them a little bit juicer but I love how their ice cream flavor was like a creamy taste“

“The people are super friendly and the taste and variety of flavors is great. The prices are unbeatable. My favorites are the sugar free grape, sugar free green apple and sugar free pineapple. At times the ice can be a little chunky, but the flavors and overall experience overrides that occasional flaw. I'll be back many time over the summer!“

“This is the only place I'm willing to get a snowball anymore. The employees are always wonderful, its family owned and operated.The prices are great. The snowballs are always well syrup-ed and full of flavor.Their cheesecake stuffing is top notch.Even in the cold months, I find myself craving their snowballs and counting the days until they reopen.“

“Today my family and I visited this hidden gem and were thoroughly impressed! I’ve ordered banana splits before but I was pleasantly surprised at the size, taste and prices here. Where have you been all of my Westbank residency? The drive-thru was an added perk, I’ll be back you can believe that! Thanks, you all deserve 5+ stars!Parking: There’s ample parking spaces and a well maintained drive-thru.“

“The lady was really helpful and patient with helping us decide what we wanted, since we weren't familiar with the products. It was obvious that they were busy but she never made us feel uncomfortable or rush us. She also gave us extra to taste after our purchases!! My best customer service experience in forever. Thank you!!!“

“soft ice, juicy snowballs, friendly staff, and great prices! Can’t recommend them enough, I pass probably 5 snowball stands on my way to them from Metairie and it’s completely worth it!I recommend the nectar crème double stuffed with cheesecake ?“

“Their Snowballs were amazing, we visited twice on our trip to New Orleans, we had traditional ones first and ended our stay with cheesecake stuffed ones, you can’t go wrong here! The guy that waited on us both times gave us recommendations on other places to check out while we were there which was super helpful. We can’t wait till our next trip down, this will be our first stop!“

“It's snowball season and David and I had a craving on Mother's Day. I was so glad that this stand was open. The line was long but it moved fast so I got my nectar with not a long wait. The ice is fine and soft like it's supposed to be and the owners are friendly.“

“We stopped at this cute little place on the way back home and they had plenty of ice cream and snack options. We LOVED the churros, they are so fresh and delicious we ate it all before we could get a picture but we highly recommend if you do give this place a try. My son enjoyed his super man ice cream. My mangos with chamoy & tajin was also good.“

“This Sno Ball place has to be the BEST in the City. ?????????????2-25-24I’ve had nearly everything on their menu. Their ICE is consistently SOFT; the food is FAVORABLY consistent. A small Family business with a big BOOM of Service. May they continue to Bless thru serving others……… ?????“

“I purchased 3 snowball flavors: mango, strawberry and blueberry. The service was amazing and maybe the cheapest snowball you'll get in the city. If you enjoy thick syrup, this place will be for you. There no sitting area just like all other snowball places.Overall good spot.“

“Snowizard machine makes the softest ice for thier great snoballs. Flavors on point.Chocolate dreamcicle and cotton candy were very good. And the size cups were bigger then anywhere in town.Parking: Easy in and outKid-friendliness: Had granddaughter with us. Helped her pick her flavorWheelchair accessibility: Has ramp from parking“

“Love what these two ladies have built over the years here in St. Rose! The menu is huge with unbelievable options of goodies and treats to choose from and most often delicious.I'll keep my fifth star because the exterior and seating need a serious upgrade, especially with the eye sore attached to the building. At minimum wash down the dust and webs from the signage and remove old signage debris from the fence. A little love goes a long way.“

“Service was outstanding! I appreciated the time spent helping me narrow down my macaron choices. T he almond brittle ice cream was delicious & so were my macaron ice cream sandwiches. Bonus points for the ice cream sandwiches that didn’t melt while eating despite the heat. It allowed me to savor the moment. I would recommend & will be retuning.“

“Many times the service is terrible, some of the employees serve you in a bad mood, on the other hand, there are others who do it in a good and friendly way and there are areas that lack service, for example customer service and money service, they have a very problem. well “

“Delicious. I got half pina colada cream and half orchid cream vanilla topped with condensed milk. The woman was very sweet and also gave us free souvenir cups. She was super friendly and chatty. She kept giving us free stuff for no reason and I wished I could pay more! Highly recommend stopping by here if you have any interest at all in icy desserts.“

“The best cookies i've ever had from an actual cookie place/business!! they serve all of their cookies warm, fresh and SOFT! there's really nothing like Insomnia cookies, i LOVE this place! it's like 2 blocks down from St Charles, in a little purple house and limited parking in the street“

“My favorite business to support are neighborhood shops. They are the pillars of our communities. They understand the economic obstacles locals face and step up to deliver quality farm to table products at affordable prices. Places like this earn our trust and will be a place your kids will bring their kinds one day. A place that you can use as a landmark to give directions to locals and tourists alike. These businesses connect our families to one another because they are family. Gail's Fine Ice Cream is a bright, new ice cream shop that is sure to become a staple of the Lakeview area. The customer service is fantastic. They give great recommendations. Gail's top priority though is their ingredients. The freshness of the product is key. I had a Satsuma sorbet and a Blackberry with crumbled cornbread scoop. They use local harvest in their product. That is a nice touch. Gail's has a nice variety of flavors. They have nostalgic flavors from our childhood too like Little Monsters and milk and cookies. The offer signature drinks too. The Lavender Chai Iced Coffee was delicious. The design of the stand is comfy and inviting. The days down here are hot, so if you are looking for a local treat that can cool you down. Get to Lakeview near City Park and have yourself a Gail's.“

“Honestly, i tried a few different flavors and they were all sooo good. The ice was good, the soft serve was great. The overall snowball was 10/10. Even the experience was amazing. The lady at the window talked to us and suggested things and was just so sweet and personable. I'm definitely going back. Best snowballs in the area!!!!!“

“The customer service was horrible I kept getting hung up on when I called to make a modification to a online order I placed for pick up but due to the food being so damn good I’m gone gone disregard it lol I’ll definitely order again from them.“

“Very easy to get to, prices are reasonable, and snow cones are yummy. Their crawfish nachos were delicious, I had the peaches and cream snow ball and it was yummy. Definitely recommend and will come back. They also take credit/debit card so that was a plus.“

“BEST CHICKEN SALAD IN THE CITY!!!! This chicken salad is consistently good! I've ordered it like 20 times. It always tastes the same and it is absolutely delicious. It taste better than yours and ya maws! PLUS they give you crackers!!! and the paprika on the top be fiya!!!“