9 Best Ice Cream Shops near Ballston

“This is a neighborhood staple! The place is owned by a true blue Greek Chef! He is kind, friendly and really cares about the quality of his products! It's all family owned and operated and his cooking is better than the ice cream so try the food people!“

“The staff at this place are the most friendliest and genuinely nicest people I know. Sarah is the BEST of all! They are amazing to my family and my kids love being there. Their staff deserves a raise, they are the reason why we go there all the time. They make it extremely welcoming.“

“Surprised with all the homemade ice cream flavors and vegan options. Not many ice-cream places have this amount of variety. I tried the peach cobbler ice cream and my husband had the vanilla soft serve. Both delicious. Golfed afterwards which is probably my favorite thing about this place. Not only can you get ice cream but also do a fun activity with the kids. Not outrageous golf pricing either, $10 adults, little less for kids. Will definitely bring my children here when they are old enough to know the rules of the game. Very fun but can imagine how backed up it could get on the weekends. Weekday nights are probably the best time.“

“The ice cream here is very good. I like that they have kiddy cones and the flavor variety and novelty of flavors is really great. However, like everyone else said, they are severely understaffed so you will have to wait a long time to get to the window if there is a line. Even worse, the ordering system is to queue behind each serving window, so if you step into the wrong line prepare to be severely bitter as you watch people in the other line who came 10 minutes after you get served 15 minutes before you. Why not set up a ticket system like at the deli? That would be much more fair. I'd only recommend stopping by when there's no line.They have parking, but you might not get a spot during peak times. Covered outdoor seating is available.“

“It's been overdue for me to rate this place, honestly! The frozen yogurt quality and options are wonderful, and the quality of the toppings are always great. It's so nice to be able to get fruit topping that's actually fresh and not either mushy or heavily preserved in a sauce.Bonus points for having airy whipped cream and not cool whip. Nothing against cool whip, but I don't really care for the texture of it on my soft serve or my yogurt.The only thing I recommend is checking the hours before you stop over. I have had times where I try to stop in after dinner only to find they're closed. They aren't a late night location, and you may be tight on time to stop over for a post-meal dessert. Summer hours are a tiny bit later if I recall, so you may have better luck with a night time dessert pit stop in the June-August months.But all the same, I recommend the stop. The price is great (it's by your bowl's weight, so it's ultimately up to you), the food quality is lovely, and it's a nice, calm atmosphere and a very clean store.“

“Jumping Jacks Drive-In is an absolute gem! Despite the always-full parking lot, it's no mystery why this place is bustling with patrons - it's simply that good! From the moment you pull in, you're greeted with the welcoming sight of friendly staff and the enticing aroma of delicious food wafting through the air. Their menu boasts a variety of cheap and mouthwatering options that never disappoint. Whether you're craving a classic burger and fries or something a bit more adventurous, they've got you covered. And let's not forget about their ice cream - while they may only offer two flavors daily/weekly, each cone of soft serve is an absolute delight. Sure, there may be a bit of a wait, but trust me, it's well worth it. Plus, the lively atmosphere only adds to the overall experience. Jumping Jacks Drive-In has rightfully earned its reputation as a beloved staple in the community, and it's easy to see why. 10/10 would recommend to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience!Parking: Free big parking lot but hard to find parking anywhere nearby at peak hoursKid-friendliness: Good place for kids with a playground across the streetWheelchair accessibility: All one level“

“My husband and I went there today, the food was good, but wish the prices were a little lower but still very good. The teenager that waited on us today seemed more worried about talking to her friend than doing her job and she was pretty rude. Normally we go there for ice cream but her attitude was so off putting that we just left when we finished eating.“

“What an amazing place! Had a sweet tooth and did a quick google search to find this place near our Air BNB. Ice cream was outstanding with a super friendly service. Shop is adorable with all sorts of gifts and additional sweet treats like fudge, bourbon candies and coffee. Highly recommended!!!“

“The flavors they had when I went were amazing but what I liked the most is that I went with my mom and my 3 year old and both of the girls working there started playing with my son, they were lovely! We enjoyed our froyos and my son enjoyed playing with them with the big connect-4 they have at the store.“