Best Ice Cream Joints in Austin, Texas

Austin, a very rapidly expanding city, is known for all the diverse, delicious food that it offers. No matter what type of food you're craving, Austin will have it and even have options for you to choose from. This wide array of selections doesn't end when it comes to desserts, in fact, there are so many options, it's almost impossible for you to choose. When it comes to ice cream, we wanted to put together a list of a few of our favorite places to help make it a little easier for you to decide where to go when that sweet tooth hits.

Amy's

• Amy's has been a key part of Austin since 1984. They have year-round flavors, like delicious white chocolate or Mexican vanilla, and seasonal flavors, like coconut, pumpkin, or expresso. You can get shakes, bowls, and cones. You can also mix in your toppings, like cookie dough, M&M's, sprinkles, etc. There are dozens of locations throughout Austin, and most even have a play area for kids. It is an ice cream shop so unique, you will never go to another like it.

Lick Honest Ice Creams

• Lick puts a twist on a typical ice cream shop. They have unique flavors, like "Tequila Lime Pie," "Lemon Poppy Seed," and "Back Porch Iced Tea." And, with dozens of flavors to chose from, it's an exciting experience to just order (knowing you can't go wrong with any of them). They also offer 3-4 vegan options on any given day. You can get bowls, cones, cone bowls, etc.; whatever you can think of, they probably offer!

Cow Tipping Creamery

• At Cow Tipping Creamery, their slogan is "A Unique Twist on Soft Serve." They have stackers (soft serve with all the toppings you can imagine), cups and cones, and shakes. Flavors like chocolate, lemon drop, birthday cake, etc., will have your mouth watering just by looking at the menu.

These ice cream joints are all a classic, delicious staple of Austin culture, and you need to make the trip as soon as possible to try them. There is absolutely no way you'll regret it!

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