Been hot lately. Thought I would treat myself to some ice cream. Handels is located in the HEB center on 620. Parking lot is very large. There is a patio with 3 tables outside with umbrellas to shade you from The Texas sun. There is a small kids play area as well, and that is shaded with tree branches. Inside there are a couple tables and a low bar along the wall, facing outside on their patio and play area. To the left, the counter and the lists of flavors they have. They have numerous flavors. I settled on Rocky Road. Just a small dish size. Which turned out to be a lot for a small. Ice cream itself is chocolate, rich and smooth. There are mini marshmallows mixed in the ice cream. Also nuts. I'm not sure if it had chocolate chips or not. Didn't really notice them mixed in. Service was fast. I was just barely putting my wallet away and there it was, right on the coin tee in front of me. Wow, way to hustle! I sat down at the low bar facing outward to the patio. Enjoyed my ice cream on this hot day. read more

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We have been on a weather rollercoaster in Austin, TX...swings from 93 degrees down to 50 degrees...we even had a little sleet and ice mixed in over the last few months. When life gives you heat, eat ice cream. Smile. Handel's Homemade Ice Cream for the save...rich, creamy, old fashioned ice cream. This creamery was originally founded in Youngstown, Ohio, and is known for making its ice cream fresh daily at each location. One of Handel's highlights was its enormous flavor selection. There is literally something for every taste from classic vanilla and chocolate to creative favorites like Banana Cream Pie, Black Cherry, Birthday Cake, and Blue Monster. I sample three ice creams before settling black cherry ice cream. The black cherry was to die for...smooth texture, bold flavor, and of course, the delicious black cherries. Portions are quite generous. In addition to ice cream cones and cups, Handel's also offers sundaes, shakes, pints to go, and even treats for dogs. How cool is that? Clayton, my server, was very nice and friendly. He allowed me to have three samples before I settled on the black cherry ice cream. In addition, Handel's has a playground, which highlights their family-friendly and children-friendly environment. read more

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Y'all! I was today years old when I found out that there is a Handel's homemade ice cream location here in Austin (620 & Anderson Mill)!! So of course I had to visit and get some of the best ice cream ever!!! I lived in Youngstown Ohio, and Handel's was a local staple! Anytime I visit my family in Youngstown, We always visit Handel's too, maybe two or three times. A traditional Handel's location only has walk up window ordering available. But to my surprise, This location on Anderson Mill had an indoor ordering option. My son and I ordered. He got a scoop of chocolate and then I got the sampler bowl that comes with four small scoops. The sampler Bowl is such a great deal. I ordered the pistachio, horchata, butter pecan, and chocoholic. And it did not disappoint. There is something very special about this ice cream and I am just so excited to have found them here. I talked to the owner while I was there and he told me the story on how they came to open this location about 3 years ago. He also mentioned that he is opening his second location further north very soon. That makes my heart so happy!!! And my belly Anywho, Even though this location is almost 40 minutes from my home, It is worth the drive until they open the location closer to me. Who am I kidding, It's worth the drive no matter what. Next time I'm going to get one of those amazing waffle cones!!! read more

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Came here for the first time! There are so many flavors to pick from-thankfully they let you try as many as you want (I'm assuming there's no limit). There's seating inside and outside, as well as a playground for kids! read more

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - Inside - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Fresh home made on the premises and very tasty. Nice and creamy and worth the indulgence! read more

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - Chocolate and butter pecan - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

Huhhhhhh...I went to the register in front of the clerk and pulled a long 8-10 inch hair out of my ice cream so that she could see herself. By the time I caught it, I was already halfway through eating it. I tried so hard not to vomit in front of everyone. The cashiers at the front were so kind and offered me another flavor, which I took, but I couldn't finish it because of what just happened. We're human and this is purely human error, part of the human experience...but damn. Let's just all be mindful and aware in everything we do. To the workers: I know it gets busy, but please be mindful and present when you scoop, even during the rush hours. Pull your hair back at all times, make sure your hands are clean and PAY ATTENTION. I won't go one star. I still love this place. But I'm dropping it down to 3 stars. read more

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - I'm glad this place is here :-) - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great ice cream!! Tastes like real heaven, if you like chocolate the Chocoholic is the way to go! read more

Thank you to the employees for allowing us to walk in a few minutes before they open. They do have new hours for the winter, so keep an eye out! So many flavors to choose from, it's super hard to choose just one. I believe for small items like a cone, you can only choose one flavor, which comes with 3 big scoops. ~ The butter pecan flavor was delicious, super creamy and flavorful. Nice bits and chunks of pecan in it. Definitely my favorite of the two. 5/5 ~ The horchata flavor was a bit too much for one flavor, there was no escape from the cinnamon and I didn't want to keep eating it past the first scoop. It's hard to enjoy the ice cream when it's only one flavor. Definitely not as creamy as the butter pecan. 3/5 Overall great experience, great staff. Plenty of room to sit inside and they also have available seating outside if needed. There is also a playground available for kids if they want to play. :) read more

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Hge flavor selection that can satisfy everyone. If you really enjoy one specific flavor, their small/medium/large sizes are very cheap! But I do like variety so opted for the 4-Scoop Sampler. Which is plenty for 2 people. Flavors usually include a base flavor (cream-based/ chocolate/ pumpkin, etc) and with some toppings (gram cracker/ marshmallow/ cheesecake bites etc.) to make up a flavor. I think it is quite clever. Love their key lime pie and horchata. Not overpowering but enough to taste it. Their ice cream is on a denser and and stretchier side so you can be full from it rater quickly. They have outside and inside seating. The inside was not very clean when I went. Make sure you bring water because you'll need it read more

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - 4 scoop sampler: pumpkin cheesecake, chocoholic chunk, horchata, keylime pie - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

ordered online so I haven't had any interaction with the workers at the shop. Packaging was excellent. Everything was in its own container and the waffle cones were even in a separate bag to maintain crunch. The prices aren't bad for good quality/fresh ice cream. Since we didn't go in store, my kids and I ordered 4 of the 4 scoops so we were able to try a wide variety of flavors. The cones were really reasonably priced as well. We will def. Be coming to check out the shop soon! read more

When kids are good and need to be bribed, nothing is more effective than ice cream! Delicious ice cream every time. Staff is nice and friendly. Line moves fast and the menu has everything you could want. Pro tip you can get a free baby cone with any purchase read more

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - Mango sorbet cake cone - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

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We walked into Handel's and were immediately greeted by a kind worker. I was able to sample some flavors before ordering. The ice cream here is my favorite! I got cheesecake with oreo and it is a perfect texture and a great way to cool off on a warm day. The location is convenient and has a lot of parking. They have a mix of classic flavors and some unique ones. Flavors rotate out every now and then. Highly recommend Handel's ice cream! read more

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - inside - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

The service was great, with a friendly, smiling staff. The prices are reasonable and I love the extensive choices. read more

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - Pb chocolate brownie, monkey business, deep dish apple pie, black cherry, and a sugar cone on the side - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

Yum! Handel's is less than a mile from our house, and we always love getting this sweet treat on the weekends with all of their seasonal selections to boot! The employees are so friendly, helpful with samples and do well to answer questions you have. There is an outdoor playscape, indoor and outdoor seating and it's always pretty busy on the weekends, quieter in the weekdays. Finally, get a stamp card and if you continue to go back, you can get yourself a free return scoop! Yay ice cream! My personal fav is the strawberry cheesecake - because yum chunky decadence of cheesecake in my ice cream is a delicious treat! I've had their ice cream sandwich, handel's pop and floats and everything is good! Plus, there's even a walk up window, now that's convenient! read more

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Good local handmade ice cream shop with a lot of different options. If you aren't sure which flavor to choose, go for the 4-scoop sampler to get 4 different flavors. FYI: they are 4 big scoops, so it's enough to share with 2-3 people. We got pumpkin cheesecake, horchata, key lime pie, dark chocolate. They're all equally good, the dark chocolate stands out to me most because it's truly dark chocolate with subtle sweetness. Pumpkin cheesecake has cheesecake chunks in it - I think just pumpkin would be better with stronger pumpkin flavor. Horchata is true to the flavor with cinnamony and milky taste. Key lime pie is also good with graham cracker pie crust pieces. This place is a bit hidden as it's in the same big shopping center with HEB. Pricing is cheap for a big portion. However, the ice cream is lacking something to make it creamier or smoother. Bring your water bottle because they don't have free water, they sell water. read more

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - Horchata, Pumpkin Cheesecake Chunk, Chocoholic Chunk, Key Lime Pie - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

My new favorite ice cream in the area! So many flavor options and the perfect about of sweetness. We will be back!

I really enjoyed this place. Wife and I had been wanting to go for a while but it just never worked out until now, and we are thoroughly pleased. One of the taglines of this place is "we never skimp" and they're not lying whatsoever, but I have no idea if they were referring to the quality or the quantity because every portion size is big and so is the taste. And this is coming from the guy who always wants tons of ice cream. I recommend getting small or medium size if it's 1-2 people and large for anything else. The taste of it all was great too. We ended up getting the 4 Scoop Sampler and tried out a few flavors instead of just having one or two. For the record: Graham Central Station was our absolute favorite. I'm looking forward to our next visit already and thankfully I won't have to wait long since it's literally right down the road from us. read more

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Our favorite place to satisfy our ice cream craving!! I think Handel's is the most underrated ice cream shop in Austin; given they have more than 30 flavors of delicious ice cream, different type of cones, and the most affordable price (if you have many children, this place is for you as the whole family can can enjoy the ice cream often without breaking a bank). The best part for me is, I normally cannot handle ice cream/dairy well, but I was fine every time eating Handel's ice cream (no upset stomach). A+ FOOD: Their ice cream flavors are true to the flavor and there are so many options to choose from. You can even ask them for samples before making your decision! Their flavors DO NOT taste artificial. OUR FAVORITES: - Pumpkin cheesecake chunk (so good with so many pieces of cheesecake) - Graham Central Station (YOU NEED IT) - Key Lime Pie (refreshing, tastes like real dessert) - French silk pie - Chocoholic chunk - Black Cherry - Blueberry cobbler - Chocoholic peanut butter ripple TIPS: 1) We always get their 4-scoop sampler(s) and buy extra waffle cones so we can make our own 4-(or 6) scoop cone! Yes, you bet I customized my own ice cream cone! Why you may ask?! It's because if you buy their medium or large cone (3 or 4?scoops respectively), you can only get 2 flavors which I don't like that. I love more options! 2) You can check out their website online (Handel's Anderson Mill) for their available flavors for this particular location before heading over there, so you have your choices ready (save time and you won't hold up the line when they're busy). SERVICE: For our first time, the also told us to ask for a sample of any flavors we would like to try before buying it. We have been there a couple of times now, and every time we went there, their staff were always friendly and knowledgeable. AMBIENCE/LOCATION: it is located in Plaza Volente, a shopping center that is anchored by HEB on FM620, and other restaurant chains like Torchy's Tacos. Thus, parking spaces are not an issue here. Their store is quite small as there are only a few tables inside but they also have seating outdoors and playscape for kids to play as well. PRICE: They have the most affordable price ice cream in town in my opinion given the quality is as great as other hyped ice cream shops in Austin. Even though their scoop is smaller but I don't mind it as you can enjoy more flavors this way and are not too stuffed by the time you're done. VERDICT: All in all, I highly recommend this place. Check it out and thank me later! read more

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I come here just about every Monday to treat myself, my son, and sometime some extra friends/family to some of the best ice cream I've ever had. I'm trying to be adventurous with my ice cream flavors, and while I have tried a few, I don't know if I'll be able to try them all. But every flavor that I have tried has been equally as delicious as the previous. I cannot recommend Handel's enough! I will forever encourage everyone I know to experience this deliciousness! read more

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While the line was a bit long, it was certainly worth the wait. I love how they have an ice cream flight so you can try multiple flavors at once, but not have to commit to having a huge portion. read more

When I pulled up this location online, it said they had 7 vegan non dairy options. So we went there because I specifically wanted the chocolate almond they had online. Well all they offered on their menu was the strawberry sorbet and some blue flavor. Both sorbet. Can't make a shake with those. Waste of my time. They shouldn't advertise what they don't have. But my husband ordered a regular chocolate shake. He said it was runny like chocolate milk. So wasn't that great anyway. read more

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - Don't have what they advertise - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

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The ice cream is delicious! I love ice cream and this place is one of my favorites. So many different flavors and varieties. Price wise as well is not too bad. A lot of ice cream places now are expensive and this place is affordable. Easy to order and very friendly environment. The blackberry chunk is the best, taste like Greaters Ice cream read more

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - 4 scoop sampler, chocolate mint, blue berry cobbler, spouse like a house, and blackberry chunk. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

Flavors we got: cherry vanilla, French silk pie, chocolate, blueberry cobbler I like the inside retro look. The have outside tables and seating as well! The ice cream flavors are a bit too sweet for me but if you like cake bits, a lot of their flavors have them! The French Silk Pie is probably my top choice from the four scoop sampler. They have various cone and bowl options. The small size is 3 1/2 scoops but it can only be with one flavor. If you want multiple flavors, you will have to get medium or large (or the sampler ). You can also order cones on the side. They don't have a restroom. read more

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Great variety of flavors, definitely fresh ingredients, and good spot for kids. I may be biased because I am an Austinite and love my Amy's ice cream, but I think I have had better. Still a new go to for a hot summer day! Didn't melt super fast which I appreciated. Deducted a star because I found a piece of paper in my ice cream :( read more

Amazing handmade ice cream on 620 next to Torchy's ! So many flavors and a whole summer ahead to try them all . Waffle cones sugar cones banana splits chocolate dipped bananas ice cream Oreo sandwiches and sadly not enough room in my stomach . Good thing is March 30 /2023 is the Grand Opening and the first 100 customers get FREE ice cream for a year . No I'm not joking !!! . Show up early if you want to be part of the first 100 customers to 11521 N FM 620 #1500 Austin Tx 78726 . (512)777-40 read more

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We definitely have our new go to spot! For the longest time, we have been making the treck down to Lakeway to get our favorite ice cream. The problem is, it was nearly 20 minutes to get there which made it rarely worth it. After seeing the Handel's sign come up, we have been counting down the days for them to open. We went opening weekend and couldn't be happier. The ice cream is fantastic! I will say, the menu is quite confusing. It's not clear what is include with what or what you can and can't do. A few things to help: Small cone: Two small scoops of the same flavor Medium Cone: Four small scoops, but you can get different flavors Four Flavor Sampler: Four small scoops with four different flavors. They are still figuring things out (which is probably why we got the saddest fourth scoop size in our order) but I won't hold them to that. The ice cream makes it worth it. read more

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - Four Scoop Sampler - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great ice cream with tons of different flavors. You can make a shake out of them as well. Small ice cream shop, some bar seating and one table inside and then 4 tables outside There is a playground outside right next to the shop. Service was pretty quick, one person takes the order and there a few other people behind who start getting your order ready. The only feedback would be if they I will there was a way to fully separate the 4 flavor in the sampler so they don't mix read more

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So so good! My favorite was the Deep Dish Apple pie flavor! I love that you can get a 4 scoop sampler just because it's almost impossible to pick just one flavor! I do wish there were a few more options for the hurricane but I tried the snickers and it was good! I highly recommend visiting here and trying out their ice cream. They are highly rated for a reason. I definitely would put Amy's and Handels as my favorite ice cream places in Austin. read more

We have been here twice now and the ice cream is delicious! The first time I came in, I was quite confused. I asked the kid behind the counter where the lost of ice cream flavors were. He indicated on the giant board above him. I thought those were sundae flavors. They are in fact just really interesting combinations. The gentleman that served us the last time I believe is the owner and is very kind. They let you sample flavors. My daughter loves the birthday cake. My favorite so far is the strawberry cheesecake. I think the guy said they have about 45 flavors. Some stay while others rotate. read more

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

There are SO many choices of delicious ice cream flavors. Everyone who worked here was very nice and helpful. I wish they would let you get different flavors in a small cup as I wanted to try more flavors but couldn't eat that much. I got Ooohh dough, I think. It was vanilla with orea and cookie dough. The ice cream was very good. Creamy, rich, and delicious. My only complaint, as a germaphobe, is that the lady who handed my ice cream wasn't wearing gloves, and it looked as though she may have touched my ice cream, but again, that's me being silly. I Def need to come back and try the Taro and banana creme pie flavors. read more

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

If ice cream parlors are your happy place, you won't go wrong at Handel's in a strip mall in northwest Austin. I don't know if I'd call it the best ice cream I've ever had, but it's well made and better priced than many other options in the city. Per its website, you can find over a hundred different flavors of ice cream, sherbets and ices and many of them are quite imaginative. My favorites so far are Graham Central Station and Key Lime Pie. The staff is very friendly and ready to help with any questions, and as you might guess, it's a perfect place to take the kids. read more

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - Four scoop sampler, clockwise from top left: Graham Central Station, Blueberry Cobbler, Cherry Magnolia and Key Lime Pie. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

Handel's is probably my favorite "classic" ice cream shop here in town. They offer a variety of flavors that I am sure will please every group that goes. One of my favorite flavors I've tried has been their carrot cake ice cream! But literally every flavor I have tried from them has been spectacular, one of my favorite things they do is let you get a 4 flavor sampler! This is perfect to split with someone else and allows you to try all cool flavors they have to offer. I will say this place does get busy (even towards the end of the night), generally the line moves by quickly though and there isn't too much of a wait! read more

This place was just okay imo. The ice cream was too sweet for my liking, and the texture was a bit weird--like soft and melty and not very creamy. I got the coffee with chocolate chips, which is usually my favorite flavor, but the sugar definitely overpowered the coffee flavor in this one. My favorite part of my ice cream was the chocolate chips. This place does give really big portions--the small was huge and I was only able to finish about half of it. Definitely a lot of ice cream for what you're paying! read more

I got the coconut caramel delight and it was so yummy, it tasted like a caramel delight girl scout cookie! very fresh and tasty! my friend got the chocolate chip cookie dough and also liked hers. read more

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas

If you haven't tried Hansel's Homemade Ice Cream you are missing out! Oh em gee is this place good! I haven't actually made my way inside of this establishment so I can't speak on the ambiance or the service but I have ordered this ice cream for delivery a few times now and wow is it good! They have so many different flavors to choose from! I've tried the French Silk Pie, Cherry Vanilla, and Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough. All three flavors were delicious! The ice cream itself isn't your typical soft serve ice cream (which is my favorite) but it is definitely soft! Even after freezing. If I could, I would eat ice cream all day everyday but since I can't, this is my special treat to myself and it's well worth the calories! Definitely recommend! read more

We stopped here for an ice cream craving. This place located near an H-E-B on 620 with a Torchys tacos as a neighbor. We decided on a couple of sundaes and to be honest I thought they were smaller than my expectations. The ice cream and toppings are of good quality. They do have a loyalty card if you buy 10 cones you get the 11th free. They also offer catering, but one thing you are not going to find is a public restroom. A good acceptable ice cream place to bring the kids and they can play on the small playscape outside. read more

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Service is spot on. Portions are great. Authentic family run place. Enough seating with play area for kids. Don't miss! Paradise for ice cream lovers!! read more

Absolutely incredible....better than the others....hands down! Would choose ice cream over dinner! Such friendly service.

A really great family friendly neighborhood ice cream store! I went for the first time the other week and tried their banana split, ice cream sampler, and their blondie sundae with their most popular flavors and they were all delicious. I genuinely don't think that you could go wrong with anything here. All the staff members are extremely sweet and open to help. They make everything in house and the owners are families that live in the neighborhood so the community energy is top notch! If you're debating what to get, definitely ask the staff! Their recommendations were so fire. read more

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Ice cream here is definitely fresh and way better than other options in the area. They never skimp the amount they give. Jack is a beast running the cash register and also doing other things while one of the other members was in the back. My only criticism is that I didn't like the little girl who was working, trying to pressure Jack into taking her shift when he made it very clear he didn't want to - not really something customers need to hear or see. Jack seems like a nice kid and does well at his job. Very friendly and polite. read more

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - Brownie Sundae - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Austin, Texas