The Scoop on Rhode Island’s Best Ice Cream

Whether you’re craving a classic cone, a wild new flavor, or a dairy-free indulgence, Rhode Island is full of sweet spots worth exploring. From charming seaside shacks to modern small-batch scoop shops, this list rounds up some of our team’s favorite places to cool off with a frozen treat. Scroll through, click the links to their websites, and find your next go-to ice cream destination!

Coastal Favorites

• Seaside Scoops Newport
  Beachside treats and fun flavors in downtown Newport.
• Brickley’s Ice Cream
  Two South County locations known for homemade waffle cones and New England charm.
• Frosty Freez
  A Middletown favorite with long lines for a reason—soft serve heaven!
• Gray’s Ice Cream
  Historic Tiverton spot serving homemade ice cream with scenic farm views.

Creative & Local Favorites

• Clementine’s Homemade Ice Cream
  Known for creamy textures and creative seasonal flavors in East Greenwich.
• Tricycle Ice Cream
  Ice cream sandwiches and bold flavors from Providence’s popular small-batch shop.
• Big Feeling Ice Cream
  Providence-based creamery at 769 Westminster St, offering small-batch ice cream *and* seasonal, vegan sorbets made with fresh fruit.
• Like No Udder
  A plant-based ice cream shop in Providence offering vegan soft serve and hard scoops.
• Tizzy K’s Cereal Ice Cream Bar
  Located in Providence near the Pedestrian Bridge, serving up nostalgic cereal-milk soft serve that’s both playful and delicious.

Farm Fresh & Family Favorites

• Wright’s Dairy Farm & Creamery
  Farm-fresh milk turned into rich, delicious ice cream in North Smithfield.
• Udder Delights
  Family-run creamery with multiple Rhode Island locations, serving classic soft serve, sundaes, and specialty creations in a nostalgic setting.
• Moose Trackers
  A family-favorite in Chepachet with huge scoops and fun toppings.
• The Ice Cream Machine Company
  Homemade ice cream in Cumberland with classic recipes and local charm.
• Baron’s Ice Cream
  A small-town ice cream shop in Narragansett serving freshly homemade ice cream daily with 50–60 flavors, tons of toppings, and multiple cone options. Enjoy outdoor tented seating, easy parking, and lots of sunshine.
• Lincoln Creamery
  Trending, little shop offering ice cream cones, sundaes, and milkshakes, plus coffee. A classic neighborhood favorite.

Wrap It Up with a Waffle Cone

Whether you’re a lifelong Rhode Islander or just passing through, one thing’s for sure — there’s no shortage of sweet spots to discover. From beachside scoops to small-batch surprises, each of these ice cream shops brings something delicious to the table. Try a few, support local, and let us know which one becomes your new favorite!