Top Ice Cream Shops in the Finger Lakes

There is nothing better than a scoop of ice cream to cool off on a sunny summer day in the Finger Lakes. From classic cones to creative sundaes, discover some of Ontario County’s favorite ice cream spots to enjoy local flavors, scenic views, and delicious treats perfect for a summer outing.

Canandaigua & Naples

Scoops Ice Cream

Located along the shores of Canandaigua Lake, Scoops Ice Cream is a favorite stop for both visitors and locals. Choose from a variety of soft-serve and hard ice cream flavors, including unique options like Cannoli, Chocolate Panda Paws, and Maple Walnut. After grabbing a cone, take a stroll through nearby Kershaw Park and enjoy the lake views from one of Scoops' signature ice cream cone-shaped chairs. Planning a special event? Their ice cream truck can bring the sweet experience directly to you.

Cheshire Farms Creamery

Cheshire Farms Creamery combines two treats under one roof: homemade ice cream and fresh pastries. Visitors can enjoy a variety of handcrafted ice cream flavors, sundaes, waffles, and baked goods, making it the perfect stop for an afternoon treat or a dessert date before or after exploring some of the shops on Main Street Canandaigua.

Lynnie Lou's Ice Cream

A beloved Naples destination, Lynnie Lou's Ice Cream serves homemade ice cream and frozen custard alongside smoothies, ice cream cakes, and other sweet treats. Whether you're stopping by for a cone or celebrating a special occasion, there's something for every ice cream lover. As they like to say, "Life is like ice cream—enjoy it before it melts."

Geneva

Long Pier Ice Cream & Rentals

Situated on the shores of Seneca Lake, Long Pier Ice Cream offers the perfect combination of frozen treats and waterfront views. Guests can enjoy hand-dipped and soft-serve ice cream, sundaes, milkshakes, seasonal flavors, and local favorites while taking in the scenic lakefront setting.

Geneva Gelato

The only dedicated gelato shop of its kind in Ontario County, Geneva Gelato specializes in authentic Italian gelato crafted in a variety of traditional and creative flavors. In addition to vegan and sugar-free options, visitors can enjoy wine-infused gelato, cookie sandwiches, milkshakes, fresh coffee, and Italian pastries. After your visit, make sure to check out some of the shops in downtown Geneva!

Victor

Papa Jack's Ice Cream

Papa Jack's Ice Cream offers a wide selection of frozen treats, including sundaes, shakes, ice cream cakes, and soft serve. Popular menu items include Dole soft-serve flavors like pineapple and lime, specialty sundaes, and fun toppings such as boba, making every visit a chance to try something new.

Molly V's Homemade Ice Cream

Molly V's Homemade Ice Cream serves locally made ice cream in a variety of classic, seasonal, and dairy-free flavors. Known for its annual flavor contest, some of the shop's unique creations have been inspired by customer suggestions. Can't make it to the shop? Their ice cream trailer and cart can bring the treats to events throughout the region.

Clifton Springs & Phelps

Henyo's Gooney Village

A family-owned favorite, Henyo's Gooney Village serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, but ice cream remains the star of the show. Visitors can choose from soft serve, hard ice cream, dairy-free whips, and specialty sundaes, making it a must-stop for a sweet treat in the Clifton Springs area.

MELT Ice Cream on Main

MELT Ice Cream on Main brings creative, handcrafted flavors to a classic small-town ice cream shop experience. Favorites include Bittersweet, a vanilla ice cream with chocolate shavings; Sleepers Awake, coffee ice cream with a chocolate swirl and chocolate chunks; and Bulldog Crunch, praline ice cream with caramel swirl and candied pecans. With rotating flavors and inventive combinations, there's always something new to discover.

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