Best ice cream in Missouri, huge portions, and prices that haven't changed in years. I cannot recommend central dairy enough! The ambience is old-fashioned, but always clean. The service is fast. I was in town just for a few days, but had a banana split, a sundae, and a scoop of ice cream on my trip. read more

Central Dairy - Banana Split - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Jefferson City, Missouri

Small, vintage style ice cream shop with broad flavor offering. Seems popular as the line was pretty steady. Wanted a two scoop cup with Moose Track and Chocolate Chip cookie dough. They were out of Moose Track so I ordered the extreme moose track in place. Was disappointed though when I asked for fudge and server said "I mean, I can...." In an irritated tone, then proceeded to scoop off nearly all of the second flavor to put fudge on top. I would have rather her explain to me the issue than charge me for to flavors and give me one. What I was left with was choc chip cookie dough with fudge, which was okay. The ice cream did not stand out as anything beyond what you'd find at a common shop like Marble Slab or Coldstone. A decent local option if you're nearby but it worth going out of your way. Ended up eating maybe half and throwing the rest out. read more

Good creamy ice cream. The line can get pretty long, but the service is pretty quick and the portion sizes are huge. There's seating inside and outside. read more

Central Dairy - Single Scoop Cookies n Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Jefferson City, Missouri

One of the best ice cream spots around! Fresh local ice cream at the best price point! Central Dairy is a great date dessert spot or place for the entire family to enjoy without breaking the bank like some other ice cream parlors- and you get a TON of ice cream! Great service! You can almost always expect a line if it's a good day for ice cream but it moves fast. We love central dairy! read more

Central Dairy - Salted caramel brownie and extreme moose tracks waffle cone - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Jefferson City, Missouri

I really have no idea why Central Dairy ice creams are famous. I believe it is because they are locally made and some of their flavors might stand out. However, the experience we had wasn't that great. As soon as we entered on a Sunday afternoon, the staff was lean and me and my husband got a black walnut ice cream flavor. The texture of the ice cream was good, but the walnuts tasted stale and weren't fresh at all. We had to throw away the ice cream because of it and weren't able to enjoy it at all and the stale walnut flavor was over powering it. I also observed that the ice cream showcase had old ice cream debris and it wasn't kept clean, which was a huge turnoff for me. The least expectation is to keep the shop clean. I do not understand the hype around it and I wouldn't be returning to try any other flavors. The two stars are only for the ice cream texture. read more

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Central Dairy in Jefferson City is the kind of place that immediately makes you wonder how something this good can be so affordable. The ice cream was phenomenal, rich, creamy, and full of flavor, and my California brain honestly could not process the price given the quality. It has that classic ice cream shop feel where everything is done right without any fuss. If you find yourself anywhere near Jefferson City, this is an absolute must try and a stop you will not regret. read more

Central Dairy - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Jefferson City, Missouri

no better ice cream place in town! I've been coming here since I was a kid and the prices are UNBEATABLE! Great selection of flavors and it's a must-try in town! read more

The little ol' place....is neat to see and the ice cream is good. Always exceptional service at this place. Plenty of sugary ice cream options! read more

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Fun place, cheap ice cream, my friend who is lactose intolerant loves their sorbets! Yum!

Friendly, but now only ice cream, very good ice cream and shakes, malts, toppings, etc. An abundance of employees so the line moves fast. But on this day I stopped in lunch in the manner of a pretty good hot dog. VERY DISAPPOINTED that Central Dairy has stopped serving anything that isn't ice cream. read more

Central Dairy ice cream is the absolute best in my opinion! It's so good and there are so many flavors to choose from! I love going there and having a wonderful treat! The banana splits are amazing but you better have lots of tummy room because they are pretty big! I love Central Dairy! The staff is fun too! read more

Lines were horrible and the ice cream had little to no flavor a local thing I guess mc ds has better ice cream

This place is amazing. Heaping over the top. Their pints of delicious house made are creamy and delicious. Unbelievably priced at only 3.50. This is a must try kinda place! read more

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Extremely rude older lady. Loud and obnoxious. They need to get a new face at Central Dairy. I'm going to tell everyone I know what a complete and utter disappointment pur experience was. Condescending and a very unhappy woman works there. They apparently never clean the ice cream cases till they are growing mold. Very unsanitary. read more

Absolutely iconic ice cream store dating back to the 1930s. I think they still have the original seating benches too. You can't go wrong with any ice cream here and they have plenty to choose from including sugar free and sherbet. They make the best chocolate milkshakes too! You will not be disappointed with the prices either. read more

Experienced such poor unfriendly service today by a gentleman serving ice-cream that my wife and I won't be returning. So sad!

Long line just to be told that they couldn't make the one thing we came in for "A shake" . Then we just get ice cream and it's old and crystallized. This place has really gone down hill. Seven girls working with no sense of urgency just to let down the whole line. No manager working on site. What a joke. Looks like corperate greed has come in and ate up another local treasure. read more

I've enjoyed their ice cream for 60 years. However, bad changes keep coming since Prairie Farms ruined the company. Today I went for the most reliable treat I could think of, a pint of Burgundy Cherry ice cream. I noticed right away that it didn't look the same, and it wasn't. This was cheap junk. Frozen with lots of ice granules, no hint of creamy texture whatsoever. Cherry Flavor was a bit like old Kitchen Klatter flavoring or something. I really wish I'd never found this out. read more

Great dairy products, Exceptional ice cream! Will return many times just for a cone. Love the old time atmosphere. read more

Excellent service, great prices, and delicious ice cream. Definitely worth the stop if you're in Jeff City. I had the smoothie sundae, my husband had the black walnut sundae, and our son had the sherbet. All were so good and generous portions! It's such a fun, retro spot. read more

Central Dairy - Lime and rainbow sherbert - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Jefferson City, Missouri

Ice cream was all absolutely incredible. The Monkey Business was my favorite but everything was great. Lots of great help behind the counter too! We will definitely be back next time we are in the area. read more

Central Dairy - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Jefferson City, Missouri

I have been trying to get here for years! Every time I would think about it they would be closed. Finally made it! Oh my goodness... the ice cream tastes just like the homemade we made in my grandmother's wood crank style icecream maker. Rhe only way I know how to describe the consistency is fluffy or crystally. The prices are really good and scoops are big. I will definitely be back so I can try all the flavors. read more

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We literally drove to Jefferson City from Columbia to get ice cream. And I'm not ashamed about it. This place is actually a wonderland for ice cream lovers (me). Their milk is local from Prairie farms. All the flavors are to die for, and the portions are LARGE. like a sundae literally comes in a pint. The waffle cones are basically 4 scoops. I've never been happier. They take cards for transactions more than 5 dollars. There was a woman at the front of the line that didn't know this, and the couple behind her literally bought her ice cream for her. Ice cream really brings out the best in people. read more

Central Dairy - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Jefferson City, Missouri

Very good as always. Just got a Butter Prcan shake this time, but enjoyed it. I normally need to stop and get my "fix" of good creamy ice cream whenI pass through. read more

Central Dairy - Butter pecan waffle cone - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Jefferson City, Missouri

The first time we arrived everyone was masked. The chocolate almond ice cream was amazing. The pecan praline ice cream was freezer burned but the chocolate almond made up for it. The second time we went... as we pulled into the parking lot every single person behind the counter(6 people) had their mask pulled down chatting to each other. The glass windows for the ice cream was pulled up so the product was exposed. We walk in and everyone but one person puts their mask on. The unawareness that it is not about you but the others they could pass germs to, is not only a huge disregard for the customers but for each that works there. It starts a trail of thought that continues to... Do they even wash their hands? Cover their mouth when the cough? I felt naucious and disgusted for lack of basic cleanliness and respect for their patrons. We will NOT be back. read more

Ice cream items--cones, bowls, shakes, melts. That's it at Central. Oh, add soft drinks and a few packaged snacks. But it's the ice cream that brings in folks. Dozens of rich flavors go atop sugar cones or get combined with milk for a creamy shake. read more

Central Dairy - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Jefferson City, Missouri

This is the best value and taste of ice cream you can find anywhere. Right time of day and you can even grab a hot dog for lunch along with an ice cream treat. You will not leave this nostalgic Dairy disappointed. read more

The ice cream was very good and the service was excellent. I'll definitely be a repeat customer while I'm staying in town

This. This is the GOAT. Even if there's a long line out the door, it's worth it. The line moves fast. The ice cream is delicious, rich, smooth and creamy. Flavors are done just right with a good selection for everyone. Prices are amazing! You really get your money's worth. I stop every time I'm in Jeff. read more

Lonnggg walk to the ice cream, should have taken the car.. stopped outside of building to look at flavors. Very nice. Found out you cannot have two different flavors if ordering a double scoop. Bummer. There was a pretty long line, but it went by supper fast. Ice cream was good, very tinsy tiny napkins. Walked back to prisons brew after. Lots of hills. But we lived read more

Even if you are just passing through, this is a must stop! It's an easy exit from 54, and straight shot back on! The ice cream is made there and delicious! It might be busy so consider there may be a line. The good news is it moves quickly. read more

The ice cream is so creamy and so many options. When you walk in, there's a counter full of staff smiling to greet you. So many flavors. Milkshakes and banana split are delectable! Some of the best strawberry ice cream. read more

Central Dairy - Traditional Banana Split - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Jefferson City, Missouri

Ice cream! We all scream ice cream! The nostalgia , the amount of ice cream to pick from! This place is a fun & delicious place. We stop in when we come to Jeff City . I haven't made a bad choice yet. This time I tried cherry vanilla in a cup. Serving size is huge! Haven't had a banana split yet but oh my gosh they are huge and the marshmallow sauce topping is one of the toppings and it looked delicious as well. Stop in here for some old fashioned feel service with workers that work there at Central Dairy manufacturing. read more

Simply the best ice cream in the world. Chocolate almond milk shake is the pure best, but if you want something that is amaZing and totally counter to its name- the "Smoothie" (which is anything BUT...). It's amazing. Good thing I don't live in JC or I would eat there daily. Get a big, thick chocolate something there and you will love life for that moment! Simply the best. read more

This was Great ice cream at a good price. Went here twice while in town then took a walk in downtown Jefferson City.

Delicious super creamy ice cream. A step back in time ice cream shop! If you happen to be driving through Jefferson City, plan a 30 minute pop in ...you will be glad you did! read more

Central Dairy - Rocky Road & Butter Pecan in a waffle cone for the WIN!! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Jefferson City, Missouri

Authentic original fashion, fun! Friendly staff and well trained. The best ice cream ever, a place can not be missed if you go to Jefferson City. read more

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A must stop when driving through Jefferson City. The ice cream is delicious, smooth, creamy and fresh. I got a waffle cone, piled high, for $3. The pralines and cream was so good! Full of pralines and caramel sauce. They had a huge row full of flavors, it was so hard to decide! read more

Central Dairy - The line at central dairy on a Sunday afternoon. The ice cream case starts at the burgundy shirt and goes past the guy in the black shirt. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Jefferson City, Missouri

There service and ice cream is awesome. The price is great and you get a lot of ice cream for the money.

It's kind of overrated. It's okay ice cream but nothing special. People act like it's soo amazingly better than everything but I have had much better ice cream from creamery's in chicago and other places. read more