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I was so happy to be in keywest -and order a frozen chocolate covered key lime pie. Well here is not the place! First off it tasted with freezer burn and was not fresh. It did have appropriate chocolate on the outside. However when I bit it- the chocolate cracked all over. Showing it was older than a few days. Next biting into the taste- ugh ! It was like sour jello - nasty. A bit of pie crust- the jello was so disgusting I had to place it inside a cup- 3 of us tasted and all agreed- sour! I actually had to toss it at $8.60 - also it's cheaper closer to the ship. The man who served me was pleasant and nice. But I'd avoid the shop and opt for another place. If gladiators shop reads this- I'd like a refund on my credit card- read more

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My favorite cold treat in Key West! Homemade by the owner using real fruit - my fave is the watermelon Italian ice. They also have high quality homemade ice creams. Great for dairy and dairy-free lovers! read more

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Kenzey M.

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Amazing ice cream. The sweetest owner!! He said he doesn't do sampling of the flavors but if you pick something and don't like it he would change it for us. I got espresso, my sister got banana and peanut butter and my brother got banana. 10/10 we will be back. read more

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Michael - Mickey A.

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Came to this quaint little mom and pop shop ice cream stand on a particularly hot day while in KW. The chocolate was very smooth, creamy and delicious. The coconut was excellent. It is all home made ice cream. Real Ice Cream, not that crap found everywhere now. If you find yourself in Key West on a particularly hot day I recommend going to this little place. read more

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Steve V.

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We came here to grab some ice cream. I love that it is a small mom and pop business and it had a ton of flavors. It is a street kiosk with no interior, nor seating. The ice cream was displayed much like gelato in Italy, with the piles overflowing. They also had coconuts and other beverages for sale and It is all made from scratch and reasonably priced. We sampled a few and ended up getting the small, which still allowed you to get up to two flavors. We got coffee espresso and mint, which went well together. We weren't that hungry for dessert so were able to share. The service was nice and it was no problem going back to get napkins halfway through eating it around the corner on the street. read more

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Vanessa P.

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Love this place for a refreshibg fruit ice cream. Watermelon is 100% my favorite and pineapple is great as well. Homemade fresh frequently, great stop near all the hospots in the keys. Always a splid choice for a visit! read more

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Best key lime pie we have had on day 1 In Key west. This could change. I'll be back to edit if we find something better read more

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Andilee J.

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Amazing homemade coconut ice cream...and the key lime was even better! Quaint hole in the wall spot. Don't blink or you'll miss out on the best ice cream spot in Key West. Service was great. We had questions about the flavors and the staff was super helpful. Two small tables on the sidewalk to sit and people watch. Highly recommend! read more

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Danny C.

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Amazing local ice cream shop! Personal favorites are the peanut butter, coconut, and banana ice cream. There's only one guy I've ever seen working there and you know he's THE MAN. He seems a little grumpy, but I think that makes the ice cream even more sweet. read more

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This was a great place to go to when hubby and I were on vacation this past November - we were in walking distance from our hotel and would often end the night with a scoop from this little gem. Highly recommend for gluten and dairy free options. All homemade and reasonably priced for the location. It is very tiny - make sure to look for it! read more

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Catherine R.

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Amazing sorbet. Generous portions. Very fresh. Kind service. Small location but worth the trip!

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steve f.

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I love ice cream. This is some of the best I've ever had and a tin in Key West. I had a banana and chocolate milkshake that was to die for my wife's got coconut ice cream and it was even better than the shake go enjoy this wonderful tropical paradise I highly recommend it. I'll be back a few more times. read more

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Lisa K.

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The ice cream at this shop is delicious! I had the Nutella and caramel in a small cup. My daughter had snickers and peanut butter. Both of her flavors were fantastic. They do not have "tasting spoons" but I was told if we didn't like a flavor we could just switch it out. read more

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Amber G.

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this is hands down THE BEST ice cream on island! Arguably the best ice cream I have ever had!! The ingredients are so fresh and no fillers, they make more throughout the day right on sight. The peanut butter flavor is to die for Gladiators is the only place I will go for ice cream from now on!!! get a large!!! read more

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Onesha L.

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Okay. My partner and I tried Gladiators because of my the great reviews here. Neither one of us had a good experience. The ice cream tasted okay, we had 3 flavors and were not impressed. I was actually shocked because I ordered a Ferrero Rocher ice cream and what I ACTUALLY GOT was a chocolate ice cream with a crushed cone and peanuts. I felt so disappointed and lied to. The snickers tasted fine. However the coconut did not taste like coconut at all. The reason for the two stars were the good service, and creativity with the flavor choices. read more

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R K.

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Great ice cream! handmade twice daily. Small business give them some love! Awesome flavors like mango and Keylime. read more

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Kelsey M.

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DO NOT MISS THIS PLACE!! The owner is absolutely precious and hands down the BEST gelato ever!

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John H.

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Homemade ice cream in a big variety of flavors. Something special! But expect to pay more than you'd like. It's a walk up storefront and you'll have a hard time choosing just 1 or 2 favors. I heard a local fellow say: Cantaloupe is the best. I'd say the chocolate is pretty good too. read more

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Mariagrazia L.

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Delicious all natural daily fresh. Old and friendly people. Very nice seating outside. read more

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Ryann T.

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Lovely couple from Italy making the best, authentic homemade gelato! Such great service from a nice sweet family! I definitely recommend coming back here. They have about a million flavors and they are all made with love ! read more

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Madison R.

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This is a fantastic little local place! Smoothies, shaved ice and the best lemon sorbet I've ever had! I always look forward to coming here when I'm in key west! read more

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Amanda W.

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Great little hidden gem when you're walking around Key West and need something to cool you down. I had the coconut ice cream and it was delicious! I unfortunately didn't get any photos, but the ones on their review are fairly accurate. read more

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marianne n.

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This is the BEST banana ice cream I have had. It was good I had to get it twice in one day. Owners are very sweet people. Don't miss this ice cream gem if you're ever in Key West. read more

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Mark B.

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The Ice Cream selection & their taste is incredible! Best Of Key West!! I bring it back to Jersey. read more

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Marietta J.

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Amazing service! Everyone was so friendly and the strawberry lemonade was amazing. Totally recommend

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Kenyon H.

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Made a stop here while on port from a cruise and I had to go back for seconds the service was amazing and ice cream was even better this was the Strawberry and Watermelon flavor mixed. read more

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Dana B.

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Been coming to Key West for years and have tried several different ice cream shops. Gladiators Ice cream is hands down the best of the best! Their ice cream is made from scratch daily, absolutely fresh, and incredibly delicious! This time around I tried a smoothie and it's scrumptious. They have shaved ice too! It's a must try! read more

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Cindy E.

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You've been warned!!! Came up to the counter and the owner had a mask on & the female (probably his wife -both older couple) was sweeping/mopping. As we were looking at all the flavor options, the lady opens the display case, with one hand still holding the broom/mop handle, reaches in with her other bare hand and grabs the strawberry pieces off the strawberry ice cream container. Needless to say, we passed. Reminds me of the Indian street food videos. read more

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Kevin B.

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One of the best pineapple sorbets I have ever had! It was like a fresh pineapple picked from a field, frozen and then scooped into a cup. I love that it was handmade on site with all the other flavors. read more

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Lisa G.

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This spot is fantastic for key lime pie on a stick, truly the finest in Key West! Additionally, their homemade gelato is absolutely delicious. It's unbeatable! I highly recommend it. read more

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Frank Z.

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Excellent variety clean ingredients and it all means you're getting some of the best ice cream on the island. Stop here and the owner will help you make the right choice. read more

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BEST ICE CREAM EVERRRRR! Visited from the west coast and stopped by this local creamery while waiting for the sunset at Mallory Square. Owners are so nice, prices are great, and the ice cream is amazing! Cute, little shop and speedy service! read more

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Nice little spot to grab something cool and refreshing while walking the streets. Ordered a frozen lemonade and it was literally lemons, sugar and a drop of water, delicious! Unfortunately it was so hot out that I drank it before getting a pic. read more

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Jason M.

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Had the espresso ice cream. This was more like ice milk. It wasn't frozen, was slushy at best. It wasn't creamy. Bit into chunks of ice as I was eating it. Don't recommend. read more

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Katherine G.

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They have some great fruit flavors! We got the berry and mango, both of which tasted really fresh. It didn't taste like ice cream though, more of a sorbet. Not sure if it was meant to be ice cream to be fair. Prices are really reasonable and you can also pick numerous flavors in your scoop. Super unique spot! read more

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Alexandra S.

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This place has some of the best ice cream I've tried! Perfect mix of creamy and icy, and the flavors taste homemade. The family that runs it is super nice and helpful. Definitely recommend this place for when family and friends are in town! It's also near Mallory Square which makes it a perfect spot to get ice cream while watching the sunset. read more

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Rose B.

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Delicious sorbet. I got the mango. There's small chunks of mangoes in it. Not sure if it's expensive because for a medium size cost almost $10 w/ tip but for the taste, I guess it's worth it. Service was great. The gentleman told me they make everything fresh and it didn't disappoint. Next time in in the Keys, I'll try the ice cream. read more

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407 Front St
Key West, FL 33040
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What time does Gladiators Ice Cream open?

Gladiators Ice Cream opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Gladiators Ice Cream close?

Gladiators Ice Cream closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Food & Alcohol

Does Gladiators Ice Cream serve alcohol?

Yes, Gladiators Ice Cream serves alcohol.

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Does Gladiators Ice Cream allow dogs?

Yes, Gladiators Ice Cream allows dogs.

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Does Gladiators Ice Cream have parking?

Yes, Gladiators Ice Cream has parking options. Validated Parking

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Yes, Gladiators Ice Cream has free WiFi.

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Noah B.

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Gladiators Ice cream is fantastic!! This adorable ice cream shop is located right near Mallory square and is owned by a wonderful italian family who know how to make incredible authentic Italian ice cream. As an Italian myself, it perfectly incapsulate the Italian creamy and flavorful style. Ive gone once a week for the last 2 years and the owner Maria is an absolute gem. I recommend Gladiators Ice Cream above all else! read more

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You could tell the ice cream was truly homemade. With each bite you could distinguish the flavors. There are a variety of flavors to choose from while being displayed nicely. The price was reasonable. If you are going to get ice cream from the key west. I recommend this place extremely. read more

Caterina S.

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Maria's Gelato shop is a hidden gem in the keys. Although it is located next to a Haagen Dazs, this authentic family owned Italian Gelateria offers the quality and flavor that any franchise could only dream of. Amazing spot, must have, especially on a hot day in Key West. read more

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very refreshing, homemade ice cream. it was a very hot day and i stopped by this place. the ice cream was so amazing and the owner/ server explained his business and how long he's been there. it was a great experience and i would like to go back one day. read more

Anthony B.

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Best gelato in Key West! Super creamy, perfect in the hot weather. I have been several times now and have always gotten the best service and delicious Italian ice cream in all of town. I recommend Maria's gelato above all others. read more

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This place is absolutely the best homemade ice cream. My husband loved it so much that he had to get a second cup. Customer service is excellent. It's an easy way to grab and keep walking around the shopping area. read more

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4 years ago

we were in Key West for vacation and discovered Gladiators ice cream. What a wonderful surprise! This is the best ice cream! All natural ingredients. It is a must on your list of to do things In Key West! read more

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When in Key West, do not leave without trying real handmade Italian Gelato!!! Nutella flavor is to die for... Amazing customer service, great location and delicious flavors... what else can you ask for? read more

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Amazing Dairy Free Items! been lactose intolerant my entire life and was never able to enjoy ice cream when everyone goes out. The pineapple sorbet was the best stuff I've had in my entire life! read more

Dorene G.

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2 years ago

Hands dow, the best homemade ice cream I have ever eaten! Friendly service and refreshing flavors like Key Lime and Mango. 24 flavors to try & you can get a milkshake in any of the 24 flavors. read more

Pamela R.

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Our favorite ice cream stop in Key West got an upgrade: little sidewalk tables! Be sure to stop by and check out the tropical flavors, all homemade. The best ever, thanks Maria and Dominico! read more

Katelyn B.

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2 years ago

This place is awesome and the ice cream is amazing. I am here from out of town and me and my family have already been multiple of times. The workers are always welcoming. Highly recommend. read more

Domenico A.

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10 months ago

Amazing real home made ice cream. Very clean display! They use a different tool for every flavors !!!! The old man that serves ice cream is really very kind I highly recommend this place read more

Mary Grace L.

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8 months ago

super!! Maria and Mimmo are the best!! super ice cream!! I love key lime and coconut and my boy-friend LOVE peanutbutter!! in add they have fresh coconut and INCREDIBLE Pineapple!!! read more

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7 years ago

The best gelato ice cream I've had. They have so many great flavors and my favorite is Nutella. The owners are from Italy so you know the gelato is made well. Great for vegans. read more

Jose S.

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3 years ago

Es el lugar que mejor disfrute en key west si regreso sería solo a disfrutar de ese lugar DIOS bendiga las personas que están al frente una pareja muy atenta bendiciones read more

Dalton O.

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3 months ago

May not have the most reviews but this is hands down the best ice cream I've ever had and I LOVE ice cream. Made multiple trips during our stay!! read more

Jason V.

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1 year ago

It's the best ice cream I've ever tried. The flavors are 100% natural. I was amazed by the mango, coconut, and chocolate flavors. Delicious!!! read more

John R.

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2 years ago

amazing gelato in key west! very friendly employee named Dominic who makes everything from scratch !! delicious and authentic Italian

Slavena M.

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3 years ago

Absolutely the best icecream in Key West!All fresh and homemade.My favorite is peanutbutter and banana.Highly recommend!

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4.5

(437 reviews)

Homemade ice cream and the softest freshest giant cookie I've ever had. I thought it would be too…read morerich and sweet but it was not. Don't get me wrong, it was sweet but the flavors were well balanced. Service was phenomenal. We asked what flavor the worker thought was the best and her favorite was the toasted coconut. Immediately yes. It was perfect. Creamy but not too sweet. The toasted coconut flavor was very nice. I will be definitely be making this a must do stop on any future visits to Key West. Mattheessen's is a local ice cream and cookie bakery in Key West. They have a few locations dotted around the island. This location we went to was small with a small counter with a couple stools but that's it for seating so plan to stand inside or walk outside to eat.

AMAZINGGGGG!! Enjoyed everything we had here, but specifically went back multiple times for the…read moregigantic cookies. We tried the peanut butter, chocolate chip, and the peanut butter cookie with fudge and peanut butter on top. All three were perfection, so moist, and still fresh tasting the next day. I also loved the frozen key lime pie slice dipped in chocolate!

Carpe Diem

4.3

(15 reviews)

Cool little spot in Mallory Square for all your sweets cravings! Ice cream, shaved ice, rolled ice…read morecream, giant chocolate chip cookies, and milkshakes... you name it! It's nice to see this cute little establishment after working so hard riding your bike around town. It is absolutely refreshing. The gentleman who works there is very friendly! Great stop before you go and see the sunset across the street!

I had heard this spot that's fairly new was a no frills ice cream spot near the end of Duval…read more And this is exactly what "Carpe Diem" is to a T. We were walking around semi-aimlessly at the north end of Duval, and had actually just done a lap around Mallory Square and the cruise ship area. We were pretty tired from all the walking. Nothing charges me up as much as a bowl of Ice cream so we popped in. Service was nice enough, straight forward. We got just what we wanted(a snickers ice cream and a peppermint) at the price we thought we would get(a touristy price). It's not right on Duval so you have to walk around to find it. And it's not well marked so even better for the line. In fact when we got there I thought there would be a large line, it was perfect ice cream weather. But since it is not obvious to find, there was no line at all. If you needing a cup or a cone at the north end of the strip, it's a good quick stop.

Rainbow Cone

5.0

(5 reviews)

Pros: Very convenient location, right off of Duval…read more Couldn't be any easier to get here if you're visiting Key West. Service was quick and efficient. The ice cream itself was very high quality. The flavors were well represented without tasting fake or like extract. Cons: No cons. Tips: Get the rainbow cone! It's too fun not to get it. Would love to come back.

Short, sweet, simple, to the point. That is how my visit was, and that is how my review will be…read more Right off the main street in Key West, you walk in, you wait in a very fast-moving line, you get your Tik Tok trending ice cream cone, and you race to eat it as you continue to walk down Duval. This was a happy surprise for me, because I had never heard of this thing and had no idea it was trendy with the kids. The Rainbow Cone (Our famous cone made with slices of Chocolate, Strawberry, Palmer House, Pistachio & Orange Sherbet). Very photogenic. And surprisingly, it was also delicious! Somehow, all of these flavors melded together in my mouth into one cohesive bite. I was a fan. I would definitely come back.

Truval Ice Cream and Treats

3.1

(14 reviews)

Super friendly staff and lots of favors and types of icy deserts…read more There were two yogurts, two sugar free, and several nutty favors! We also saw sherbet and lemon ice for the non dairy licker!

nice place. The guy that helped us was super friendly. Ice cream was delicious. Great stop for our…read morelast day.

Key Lime Pie Bakery

4.2

(391 reviews)

There are a few spots in Key West that claim to be the original creators of the Key Lime Pie--this…read moreplace included. It's close to Mallory Square, and they even have their own space where the pies are made. I chatted briefly with the staff, and they told me that yes, this really is the place where it all started. They also mentioned that many other spots claiming to be "the original" actually get either their ingredients or their pies from here. Overall, it's a cute little spot. Besides pies, they sell cupcakes, coffee, and a variety of general goodies and touristy items. We grabbed a small, cozy two seater high table by the window and enjoyed their tart pie. And yes--be ready for that sharp tang that hits your jaw at first and then grows on you! There are benches outside too, and it felt peaceful sitting there. The pie costs $7.

It just so happens that Key lime pie happens to be my second most favorite dessert and it's hard…read morefor me to find one that I don't like. I am a stickler though on the fact that I will refuse any specimen that is green in color since it's screams inauthentic. One of my local friends even handed me a coupon for this place, so it was one of three pie concoctions that we sampled during our vacation. Lucky us! The staff here are welcoming and able to handle crowds efficiently and kindly. The store is incredibly cute and has a wide array of Key lime products as well as souvenir type inventory. Great place to perhaps do one-stop shopping if customers are pressed for time or just don't like to spend time at multiple places. The pie was delicious. Tart, sweet, fresh, cool, refreshing, and nice crust. Highly recommend!

Doozee Bespoke Ice Cream Bar Shop

3.0

(4 reviews)

We ordered frozen yogurt and got I don't know what. It surely didn't taste like frozen yogurt. It…read morewas grainy, not creamy at all, a little watery and had a huge off flavor as if spoilt. I had to throw mine away. It was just disgusting. Service was very talkative. It took us nearly half an hour to get our order even though we were the only customers and only wanted frozen yogurt with one topping. It took her so long to process the payment that the frozen yogurt was half water when I finally got to try it. Such a bad experience!

So friendly and professional. CLEAN, CLEAN!!! Love this concept!!! Tons of high quality unusual…read moretoppings. I'm a local and I'm always sure to pop in.

The Little Dipper of the Keys

4.3

(4 reviews)

Beautiful spot with fun hammocks right outside, great service, tasty ice cream. Will definitely be…read moreback.

The ice cream was awesome, I had the butterfinger. Went on Saturday the 30th and the gal working…read moremade me one of the best looking cones my gf ever saw to the pint she had to take a pic of it lol. My cone however was stale as they keep them in an unsealed box. Will go back but will not be getting any cones until they can figure out how to serve fresh crisp cones..

Kermit's Key West Key Lime Shoppe

4.3

(447 reviews)

Kermit's Key West offers a delightful assortment of key lime pie on a stick, dipped in various…read morecoatings such as chocolate, coconut, white chocolate, and several other tempting flavors. They also sell miniature cookies that taste remarkably like key lime pie, each one dusted in flavored powders. The main attraction, however, is the cake counter, where numerous varieties of key lime pie await their fate. The pies come neatly packaged in small takeout containers, making them wonderfully convenient to carry while wandering about Key West, or to bring home before the Florida heat claims them. The shop itself is rather small, with limited room for indoor dining. There is outdoor seating available, though most visitors simply claim their chosen delicacy and disappear into the streets, leaving only the faint scent of lime and sugar behind. Naturally, I asked whether I might speak with Kermit himself. I was informed that he was away on a visit to Fraggle Rock and had recently suffered an unfortunate encounter with the Count. The details were not discussed, though the silence that followed was ominous. All in all, Kermit's Key West is a convenient and enjoyable stop for anyone with a fondness for key lime pie. The variety is excellent, the portions are easy to handle, and the desserts are perfect for enjoying on the move or surviving whatever strange adventures may await beyond the door.

This is the best rated key lime pie in key west according to chatgpt, so we had to try it!…read more It was a small shop with the pies already packaged and in a showcase. The server was nice and just handed us our prepackaged slice. We ordered the strawberry limeaid and a slice of the key lime pie. The strawberry limeaid was a little too concentrated for me and a little too tart. The pie was delicious. I wish the put more meringue on top.

Chimney Cakes

4.8

(4 reviews)