Dips Ice Cream

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Yummy ice cream, really small, cute location inside the general store and on the Main Street with a few other cute shops. There was no rush from the employees but line still went quickly. We'll be back. :) read more

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Their ice cream is absolutely delicious and the service was great! The location is also very pretty and at a good spot and the store is very nice read more

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$52.54 for a vanilla cone, vanilla dish, twist cone, and sugar bowl with melted vanilla soft serve and a dish of melted vanilla soft serve with sprinkles. The machine must've been broken or the employee must've just refilled the soft serve machine be use the first two vanilla orders were fine, but the last two came out partially melted.... $52 for that? Plus, the worker wasn't friendly. Definitely will NOT be back. read more

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Cody K.

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I have no idea why the guy working here decided this for his career. Complete jerk to kids and ignore customers to watch the game on TV. Ice cream portions were small and it smelled bad. read more

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Morgan M.

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Can't have ice cream so I have to find a place with dairy free options. This was the perfect combo mango and tangerine Italian ice to cool off with. read more

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John W.

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From my kid: Me and my sister got birthday cake flavored ice cream it was so good we didn't want to stop eating it! read more

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Madalyn M.

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best ice cream i've maybe ever had. i got the peanut butter cookie dough. soo so so good

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2 years ago

This business has been here for decades, local run and authentic. Great ice cream and great novelty candy to top off your nostalgic relaxing trip to Anna Maria island. It's on the main drag near eateries to visit for dessert or enjoy as a midday treat like we did today! Love the memory lane candy! Great owner and good people. Open late for a late night craving too. I would post a pic of the ice cream we ate but we ate it too fast! read more

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Rachel M.

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Dips Ice Cream was a perfect stop for our bike ride around Anna Maria Island. They have an outside window for ice cream and a nice size patio with comfy chairs to rest and enjoy our ice cream. We had the pistachio ice cream and rum raisin. They were so good. I also tried the key lime pie and strawberry cheesecake and the ones we picked were perfect. Dips is attached on the side to the Anna Maria Island General Store so if you need anything, it's even more convenient. This is a perfect area for browsing around the stores. Pine Avenue on Anna Maria Island read more

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Kate B.

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Delicious, creamy and homemade with unique flavors. Still too expensive! The gentleman who owns it is very friendly, he let me try a few flavors. The exhausted parent flavor was particularly good haha. I went with butter pecan. Very good, but over $8 for a small in a waffle cone! read more

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Emily M.

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Best ice cream on the island! The workers were extremely friendly and encouraged us to sample some of their unique ice cream flavors. The ice cream tasted amazing and you could tell it was made with quality ingredients. My family and I usually came at night after we had dinner and loved to see the neon lights all around the area and the benches were we could all eat together. There was even a time when we came close to closing time and the staff was still extremely kind and friendly. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a good sweet treat! read more

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Lala C.

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Most amazing flavor, freshness, and variety with plenty of chocolate options!'The bikes and golf carts were lined up/ parked along the quiet street while the patio was quiet with folks enjoying their ice cream treats! Walk up window outside, if you have not been before, go inside and check out the cute stuff, and some samples too! Enjoyed the dark chocolate and vanilla flavors last night. Quantity a bit small - quality wins though. Not over sweet and clean finish for those ice cream fanatics like me! read more

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Cianah H.

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This is definitely my favorite place to get ice cream in Anna Maria! They have so many delicious and unique flavors to choose from. The staff here is really nice and they have a lovely outdoor seating area. If you're looking for a good scoop, come to dips! read more

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Elise K.

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I tried every ice cream place on the island and this one wins! Friendliest service too!

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I love the seating outdoors! It's so nice to have a place to sit and enjoy your ice cream. My daughter's especially loved some kind of "Paradise" dessert; soft serve and fruity ice combo. We will be back! read more

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She P.

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Best ice cream on the island The owner was so nice A must if you want great ice cream read more

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Henry K.

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The ice cream is good and the giant crickets in the bushes are cheap entertainment. If you like your key lime ice cream on the limey side, go for it. read more

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Mark F.

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Loved this spot tucked away in a general store. Not only is the ice cream scrumptious but the names are hysterical. I had the Exhausted Parents. Coffee cream infused with bourbon and espresso chips. Yummy read more

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Erik H.

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Delicious ice cream. Lots of creative options. Friendly service. Located in the general store read more

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Dave S.

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Very expensive. 21.00 for two average ice cream cones. Staff was friendly place was nice. No need to price gouge that much.

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Kennedy H.

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Very accommodating they gave us ice cream after they had closed early due to the storm! Great ice cream!

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Jenette S.

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Super cute beach ice cream shop! We ordered from the window even though you can go inside... FYI there's a convenience store and a DELI in the back should you need something! The ice cream is amazing! They had such unique flavors and the kids had a blast on the big deck out front. Love the sunshades of this little plaza! read more

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Cody And Cleo R.

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The ice cream was delightful and creamy just like a Cody. Really creamy . The owner was just as delightful. Very friendly. I'd recommend the fat Elvis cause haha we'm fat lol. read more

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Cecilia T.

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Pricy for ice cream but that's normal for AMI. My favorite ice cream on the island! Especially the gelato mixes (mango or tangerine ice and ice cream swirl). But wait time is so long. Tip- order ice cream inside!! Line may be long but you will get it much quicker than outdoor. read more

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Chris K.

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Life changing ice cream! No seriously it's really some of the homemade best ice ice ever had. Enuff said!

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Hailey H.

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My friends and I went by dips today to get some ice cream after a long day of shopping and bike-riding. I got the Mango Heather, and it was exactly what I needed. It's Mango gelato and Coconut ice cream. Definitely will be coming back for seconds later on this trip. My friends got the Blueberry Cheesecake and Moosetracks, which were both amazing. We ate outside it was a pretty nice vibe. I had a great experience overall. read more

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Lela G.

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Super lovely service! They are very thoughtful if you food allergies, I'm allergic to peanuts and the girl working gave me a clean scoop. Nice seating area and very beach town feel. read more

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Jennifer M.

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Birthday cake was so good! Servers were friendly and fast. Location is perfect, with lots of outdoor benches, even some shade.

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Luc C.

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This place is great, lots of fun flavors (try the Exhausted Parent) and a good atmosphere. Highly Recommend!

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Hunter M.

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We have been coming to AMI ever since I can remember and we have made it a tradition to always get us some DIPS ice cream. The best on the island in my opinion. A little pricey for ice cream but it's totally worth it. You can order both inside and outside. If you order inside they have a sports section in the store that's fun and they have a general market store to pick up everyday needs. The outside area is nice to sit and eat your ice cream. There is no indoor seating. If you need a spot for a good scoop of ice cream then give them a try! read more

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Chrissy R.

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The BEST ice cream on Anna Maria Island - we'll be back! The owner Vic could not have been kinder.

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Jan H.

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$7 for kid cone! Decent ice cream with outrageous prices. Unfortunate way to gouge tourists.

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Sofia P.

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This place is a hidden gem. Anna Maria Island's best ice cream place BY FAR! Absolutely delicious. Amazing service. Make sure to get the Turtle Ice cream; rich and creamy vanilla ice cream with whole pecans and a chocolate and caramel swirl. DELICIOUSSS!!!!! Best ice cream I've ever had. I will be coming back every day until the end of my stay here at AMI. read more

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Jack P.

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Ice cream was good, they are taking ordered through the window which didn't show half of the things they had to offer. The service was slow and the girl working the register seemed as if she was new and didn't want to be there. read more

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Lindsey C.

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If you love lemon, the lemon poppyseed is to die for out of all the ice cream spots, my favorite on the island

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Carly F.

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Service is great, ice cream is the best I've ever had. And a perfect patio spot to hang out and eat it. Perfect for the whole family!

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Anabelle A.

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Just wow! I'm pretty basic and love Oreo ice cream so that's what I chose but it was amazing and they are homemade! My boyfriend loved the rainbow sherbet and the blueberry cheesecake, they were soooo yummy. We came back times after trying it read more

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Abby C.

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The best ice cream on AMI! The workers are always friendly and kind. They have ice cream flavors you can not get anywhere else!

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Jeff H.

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Fun place to get ice cream on the island. Friendly staff and good ice cream from Madison, WI.

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503 Pine Ave
Anna Maria, FL 34217
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(941) 778-1706
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Hours

What time does Dips Ice Cream open?

Dips Ice Cream opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Dips Ice Cream close?

Dips Ice Cream closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Dips Ice Cream closes at 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 10:00 AM - 10:00 PMFri-Sat 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

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Does Dips Ice Cream take credit cards?

Yes, Dips Ice Cream takes credit cards.

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Does Dips Ice Cream have catering options?

No, Dips Ice Cream does not have catering options.

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Does Dips Ice Cream allow dogs?

Yes, Dips Ice Cream allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Dips Ice Cream have bike parking?

Yes, Dips Ice Cream has bike parking.

Does Dips Ice Cream have parking?

Yes, Dips Ice Cream has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

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Is Dips Ice Cream wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Dips Ice Cream is wheelchair accessible.

Does Dips Ice Cream have free WiFi?

No, Dips Ice Cream does not have free WiFi.

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My family and I went here 3 nights on our vacation and it never disappointed! The Paradise supreme was definitely one of the best ice cream flavors I have ever had. It was a mix of tangerine and mango ice swirled in with vanilla ice cream. It was so refreshing and full of flavor! I also really enjoyed their cookies and cream flavored ice cream! The atmosphere was super fun and the service was great! I highly recommend Dips! read more

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Our familys favorite ice cream place on the island!

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3.7

(10 reviews)

Such a wonderful gelato experience! The place is beautiful and very clean! The gelatos are…read moreabsolutely incredible, the mix berries and pistachio flavors completely stole my heart. I love that all the gelatos are vegan, gluten free and dairy free making it a perfect spot for everyone to enjoy a delicious treat without compromising on flavor. The quality, taste and variety of flavors are amazing. I also love that they have other location around the Tampa Bay Area, making it easier to enjoy these delicious gelatos in different places. Definitely a must visit when you're in Anna Maria island. I can't wait to come back and try more flavors.

So, this was not a pleasant experience at all. The person working there is incompetent and…read moredefinitely looked like she wanted to be anywhere but here. First, I asked if we could get samples and she said two per person. That is reasonable. However, the sample size was on the tip of the spoon. Not sure what that achieves. I asked her about the Bacio chocolate boxes on display and if I needed to purchase the whole box, and she said something within the lines of "that's how it usually is" ummmmm the shop has single chocolate pieces for sale, so my question was not entirely unwarranted. Anyways, she put my gelato on the counter and I didn't even realize that it was mine. I had to actually ask. After we grabbed our order, we left, and some of us realized that they did not get a full scoop... Now to the actual flavors, the variety was a bit limited but I have to say that the gelato was delicious. Nonetheless, I did not like the chocolate as it tasted fudgy and I did not get a single hint of the pistachio flavor. I also have to add that she closed the place at around 9:40 pm -20 minutes to closing time. I am saying this noting that the opening time is noted with a red marker on a masking tape, changing the opening time from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. This information needs to be updated on the website, since people rely on the internet to get this information. I know someone might say that I should be reviewing the food (that is what the two stars are for), BUT customer service is a part of the experience, especially in a touristy place like Anna Maria. The Gelateria has a lot of potential but the customer service is a genuine loss to the business.

M & W Sweet Spot

3.2

(5 reviews)

We enjoy custard and they are making delicious and affordable custards!!!…read moreGreat start, guys!!! Keel it up!!!

A small group came in after me, all three workers tended to them instead of finishing my order. I…read moregot a small, probably three bites in the thing total portion was terrible for the $6 price. Only tasted Oreo in my Oreo Cheesecake order. Also what is up with the AI generated wolf eating ice cream thing??? Very odd experience.

Millie's Downtown Sweets & Treats

4.0

(3 reviews)

Millie's is OK if you're looking for a sweet. They really specialize in ice cream, no soft ice…read morecream, just scoops. I don't know where they get their ice cream from, but I'm pretty sure its not home made. They also have things like cookies for sale, so a real sweet shop. I opted for a cup of red velvet cake ice cream. It was so full of sugar, I really didn't taste any flavor. I sat inside in a good enough table. Not the best.

Good ice cream, quick service, polite staff and very cost effective for out of towners!!read more

Chocolate Emporium

4.3

(3 reviews)

Location is great. Serves Hershey ice cream, which is just…read morealright. Has a decent assortment of candy. Chocolate treats available like you've seen at other tourist spots. Service is ok. But the feel of the place is odd, from the sloppy IG photo wall to the messy signs to the weird use of space. It's like the place is half-baked.

What a great new addition to Pine Street! The owners are amazing and the salt water taffy is the…read morebest I've ever had. The coolest part is they make their own taffy!!!! This is a not to miss spot for amazing chocolate, taffy and ice cream.

Meaney's Mini Donuts

4.6

(374 reviews)