Nelson's Ice Cream
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Customers' Favorites
Child's Size Waffle Cone with Java Junk and French Silk
That's Called Superman Ice Cream Bowl
Cookies and Cream Ice Cream
Raspberry Chocolate Chunk
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Cookie Dough Brownie
Small Ice Cream Dish
Small Salted Caramel
Chocolate Ice Cream
Carmel Collision
Nelson's Ice Cream Reviews
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The BEST place to buy ice cream. VERY generous portions. It’s delicious!!
We are frequent customers of Nelson’s storefront in St Paul (Highland Park) and we decided to have them cater dessert at our wedding. It was a big hit with our guests! We had two scoopers who kept the line for ice cream moving quickly. While we wanted to include waffle cones after we signed our contract and paid for them after the fact, they did not make it to the venue. Our contact Abby made it right and refunded that portion as well as some extra for the inconvenience. We...read full review
Great ice cream! But please get bigger cups. Portion sizes are HUGE and they pile all the ice cream in a dinky little cup. Very messy when it melts all over the place. A great experience quickly turns into a frustrating experience, especially on a hot summer day.
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 10PM |
Nelson's Ice Cream is a popular Minnesota ice cream store known for its huge portions, great flavors, and reasonable prices. The service is fast and friendly, with a line often going out the door. Customers recommend bringing a large cup from a gas station to prevent spills. The “Monster Cookie” flavor remains a favorite, and the single scoop is generous, equivalent to about four scoops. The store accepts cash only and offers many flavor options, making it a top choice in the Stillwater area. It is child-friendly, as all kids generally enjoy ice cream, and visitors love the patio area for eating with family. The outdoor space is perfect for creating fun memories, especially in summer. Customers appreciate the enormous servings, such as the child size, which can be enough to feed two people. The shop’s friendly staff and tasty flavors create a welcoming atmosphere, making it a favorite spot to visit. With open free parking, it is easy to stop by and enjoy a special treat together, away from phones and distractions.