Everyone screams for ice cream at these top five ice cream shops in the Mile High City. From local institution Bonnie Brae Ice Cream to relative newcomer Coldstone Creamery, ice cream lovers can find their sweet spot in Denver.
1. Bonnie Brae Ice Cream
Bonnie Brae Ice Cream
799 S. University Blvd.
Denver, CO 80209
303-777-0808
2. Liks Ice Cream
Liks Ice Cream remains Capitol Hill's top summertime spot with homemade ice cream. Liks also sells at other Denver locations and select King Soopers stores. Notable specialty flavors include amaretto cherry and chocolate cheesecake. Liks has been featured on the Food Network for its Jack Daniels chocolate chip and Guiness caramel fudge.
Liks Ice Cream
2039 E. 13th Ave.
Denver, CO 80206
303-321-2370
3. Enstrom Candies
Enstrom Candies
201 University Blvd. 118
Denver, CO 80206
303-322-1005
Enstrom's Candies also has locations in Arvada, Fruita and Grand Junction.
4. Gelato d'Italia
Gelato is the Italian version of ice cream, with a softer texture and 50% less fat. Traditional American flavors like chocolate chip are available, as well as Italian delicacies such as baccissimo (chocolate and hazelnut) and tiramisu. Although inspired by Italy, the gelato is made fresh daily on the premises in Denver.
Gelato d'Italia
250 Detroit Street
Denver, CO 80206
303-316-9154
5. Cold Stone Creamery
Cold Stone Creamery
8286 E. 49th Ave.
Denver, CO 80238
303-373-5000
Cold Stone Creamery also has locations in Cherry Creek, Englewood and Lakewood.
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