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Have you noticed the many ice cream shops and food trucks that have popped up in and around Edmonton in the last few years? The summer of 2021 was particularly hot so I decided to give some of them a try, other families tested a few for me, and five of them still need to be visited. One thing’s for sure, with that much variety, you’re bound to find one you’ll love!

Tried and tested ice cream shops

1. Made by Marcus

Made by Marcus is a popular ice cream shop located on Whyte Avenue in Edmonton’s photogenic Old Strathcona neighbourhood. They now have a new location in the Brewery District. Often crowded before the gates open, it’s a favourite among locals.

If you’re looking for a unique made-from-scratch ice cream that uses locally sourced dairy and naturally grown ingredients, you’ve got to go to Made by Marcus! They have flavours you’ve probably never heard of before and you can taste new ones every month.

And you know what? When you can’t make up your mind, you’re allowed to have two different flavours in one cone! How cool is that?

Brewery District

10429 121 Street NW
12 pm – 11 pm

Whyte Ave

10426 82 Avenue NW
12 pm – 11 pm

madebymarcus.ca
instagram.com/madebymarcus

2. Kind Ice Cream

What makes Kind Ice Cream special? The three little ice cream shops are led by women and offer small-batch dairy and vegan ice cream handcrafted right here in Edmonton. Their goal is to bring joy and connection to the community—I’m sure they succeed at that because their staff is super friendly!

I’m the kind of person who loves to find out how things are made, so when I saw them making waffle cones right by the ordering counter, I was super interested! They have a variety of Always flavours and three Rotating Flavours every month so you can try something new each time you go. They also have a small size kids scoop for little ones.

There are three Kind Ice Cream locations in Edmonton—one in Ritchie, one in Highlands and the other one in Oliver. I particularly enjoy the mural on their Highlands shop, a great place to take photos while waiting in line or when you’re savouring your treat!

All locations are open for walk-in scoops and pints from 11 am–10 pm daily.

Kind Ice Cream Ritchie

9551 76 Avenue NW

Kind Ice Cream Highlands

6507 112 Avenue NW

Kind Ice Cream Oliver

12017 102 Avenue NW

kindicecream.ca
instagram.com/kindicecream

3. Scoop n Roll Creamery

Do you eat with your eyes? I sure do! If you want ice cream that looks cool, fun, and different, you’ve got to try Scoop n Roll’s rolled ice cream. They make it right before your eyes and you can add a variety of mix-ins and toppings. You have the choice between dairy or vegan ice cream flavours and mix-ins or toppings like fresh fruit, cookies, chocolate, sprinkles, candy, gummy bears, almonds, drizzle…

You can find four Scoop n Roll stores in Edmonton or an ice cream truck parked at 6 different locations in Edmonton, St. Albert and Spruce Grove.

scoopnroll.com
instagram.com/scoopnroll

Other ice cream shops around Edmonton

I haven’t visited the following ice cream shops with my family or others, but I’m sure they’re worth giving a try!

4. Millers Ice Cream

Millers Ice Cream is a family-owned business located at the former Canadian Northern Railway Station in Fort Saskatchewan, about 30 minutes northeast of Edmonton. The station became a provincial historic resource in 2008, so when you go and get your cold treat or mini donuts at Millers Ice Cream, you’re also visiting a historic train station that dubs as a great location for family photos! They even have a colourful mural that can serve as a photo backdrop. Definitely an ice cream shop I need to visit this summer!

10030 99 Avenue, Fort Saskatchewan

instagram.com/millers.icecream
facebook.com/MillersIceCream1985/

5. Yelo’d

Yelo’d is another ice cream shop located on Edmonton’s famous Whyte Avenue. It’s a place where you can experience Filipino and Asian-inspired flavours in soft ice creams and baked goods. Their features and seasonal flavours rotate and are meant to introduce you to new and exciting flavours or bring you back to your childhood.

Visit their website for location and hours, and Instagram or Facebook to keep up to date with flavours!

yelod.ca
instagram.com/yelod_icecream
facebook.com/yelodicecream

6. La Carraia

La Carraia Gelato brings the authentic taste of Florence, Italy, to Edmonton. They incorporate the traditional style of homemade gelato with modern tastes and trends. Take a look at their 60 flavours—you’ll instantly be craving your first serving!

La Carraia Gelato is located at The Mayfair on Jasper Ave, 10067 109 Street NW, Edmonton.

lacarraia.ca
instagram.com/lacarraia_edmonton

7. La Diperie

La Diperie prides itself on being the dip leader, offering 30 different dips made with real chocolate. Their extensive menu is sure to delight anyone with a sweet tooth! From soft serve and hard ice cream to milkshakes, donuts, cakes, cookies, smoothies, waffles, and more, there’s something for everyone. If you’re looking to take a break from the sweets, you can also enjoy their unique offering of Popcorn by the foot!

La Diperie can be found in St. Albert at 11 Bellerose Drive #35.

ladiperie.com
instagram.com/ladiperie

8. Ice Cream Shack

We’re back on the east side of Edmonton at Sherwood Park’s Ice Cream Shack. They serve more than 50 flavours of Foothills Creamery ice cream along with milkshakes, floats and pop. Something that caught my attention on their menu is the puppy cone. Is it really for dogs? Let me know!

The Ice Cream Shack is located at 11 Athabascan Avenue in Sherwood Park.

icecreamshack.ca
instagram.com/icecream_shack

Ice cream shops around Edmonton that offer great photo opportunities

I’ve mentioned above that two ice cream shops provide great photo opportunities with their colourful murals and historic setting (Kind Ice Cream Highlands and Millers Ice Cream). The list doesn’t end there! Made by Marcus and Yelo’d are both located in Old Strathcona’s District Whyte, a short walk away from vibrant murals (Instagrammable walls) and interesting seating areas where you can snap away!

If you’re like me and have a hard time enjoying your melting treat, making sure your kids don’t drop their ice cream on the ground, and taking photos at the same time, invite me and I’ll take care of the photo part for you!

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