Happy Cones

This is my favorite ice cream shop in Denver no question about it! They constantly rotate flavors…read morewhich is so much fun (but also devastating when my favorites disappear)! Their flavors are so creative and they always have a sorbet option and some vegan ice cream options as we The shop is small but the staff keep the line moving extremely quickly even on busy days. There are a few seats inside but I prefer to take mine outside to the standing tables or even a walk around the neighborhood.

A hot afternoon in Denver and decided ice cream would make the day even better. While we were…read morewalking around the Highland area, Sweet Cow was located in a strip mall. The shop is small, very busy and highly efficient with regard to service. A good selection of different combinations were available along with plenty of samples. The raspberry chocolate chip ice cream in a pretzel cone was an easy choice. The raspberry flavor was bold and the chips were plentiful. It was a delightful combination. The pretzel cone was good but very hard and I felt it detracted from the scoop. If you are interested in good ice with unique flavors, give Sweet Cow a chance.

0.9 mi•Highland, Northwest

Big gigantic- cookie dough brownie and Oreo!!

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Ice cream cake

The Inventing Room Dessert Shop

4.6(452 reviews)

I took my grandkids age 11 and 14 who were visiting from Florida for Sugar Science. It was a…read morehighlight of their week with me, for both. My 14 year old grandson commented that he would go there for his birthday every year if he could (with different themes), and that he could learn about science everyday like that. They spotted the Disney Dinner menu and asked to bring their parents for that in an upcoming visit.

My family had a wonderful time visiting the shop. My three year old nephew's and my 70 year old…read moreGrandpa had the most fun! The candy is so unique, you feel like you've set off on a sci-fi adventure! The team is extremely talented and creative. I would recommend this to any age for any reason!

2.6 mi•Northwest, Highland

Ice cream sundae samples

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Cotton candy in the black light room

Little Man Ice Cream

4.4(3k reviews)

Raspberry is great! Will be back to try other flavors soon!!! Came from the steamy east coast to…read moreexplore the scorching west

After a great meal at nearby Alma Fonda Fina, we hungered for dessert. Fortunately, Little Man was…read moretwo blocks away. The ice cream comes in a variety of flavors. Each one we tried was thick, smooth, and creamy--just the way great ice cream should be. The staff was friendly and patient, as we sampled a few flavors before making decisions.

Salted ube cream cheese, peach cobbler

Regular - Purple Cow and Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Cup

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Wonderful atmosphere.

High Point Creamery

4.1(136 reviews)

1.8 mi•Northwest

Excellent ice cream! I only have one complaint: they got me totally hooked on the cherry miso…read more Amazing ice cream flavor, probably my favorite of all time. Now it appears to be off of the menu. I find myself questioning how I can go on in life having tasted this and knowing I may never again know such frozen perfection. High Point Creamery if you are reading this: bring back cherry miso and save me from a life of ice cream ennui

So delicious ! This is such a sweet spot in Tennyson Street to pop in to cool down on a hot day!…read moreRyan and I came here over the weekend and got strawberry and cake batter ice cream! The perfect refreshing and creamy treat. Excellent fast and friendly service in a clean and cute little ice cream shop. Definitely will continue to keep popping in here on our visits we have to Tennyson along with our other faves on the street!

Seating

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Coffee bean ice cream

Little Man Ice Cream Factory

4.2(156 reviews)

0.9 mi•Northwest

We were in town for a Denver Broncos game and needed a sweet treat after getting back to our…read moreAirbnb. Luckily, Little Man Ice Cream was nearby--and it ended up being the best food decision we made all day. The moment we stepped inside the factory in Denver, we were greeted with such a warm welcome. The man at the counter took the time to walk us through the menu and even let me sample a few flavors so I could find the perfect one. I unfortunately didn't get any photos of our ice cream, but honestly, that might have been for the best. We sat there quietly enjoying it, smiling ear to ear with every bite. The shop was still decorated for Christmas (we visited during the first week of January), which made the whole place feel magical. The lights, the festive atmosphere, and even the slide inside made it such a fun and memorable experience. This spot is an absolute must-visit, and I can't wait to make it part of our tradition every time we visit Denver.

Over frozen ice cream, hard like it was out of a home freezer. Low staff for prime time. Line…read morealmost out the door, servers doing cashier service slows things to a crawl. More people on fabrication than service. 2/10 for value, quality and experience. Far better ice cream in Denver, Fort Collins location was superior in flavors and service.

1.9 mi•Highland, Northwest

Salted Oreo with Ube scoop

Afternoon sweet

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Milky Way Ice Cream

3.9(9 reviews)

Very spacious spot, you can have a party here! Staff is so attentive! Large menu of offerings, I…read morethought the ice creams tasted ok, not too sweet. Normally I'd appreciate that but that night I really wanted something sweet, lol. And the ice cream cookies are only available to pick from the freezer, which means not fresh cookie but frozen ones. I'd still drop in if I'm in the area though. Nice spot!

My son and I tried Milky Way the other day because we were craving good ice cream but didn't want…read moreto deal with the potential of a huge Little Man line on a sunshiny afternoon. Although I've driven by many times and have gotten my nails done next door I had no idea that Milky Way shared its space with several other venues, including a bar, which could make a fun adults and kids outing in the future! As always, Little Mans ice cream was delicious- we shared a strawberry shake. In addition to ice cream, they sell breakfast burritos and a few pastries and cookies that looked so yummy my son was tempted to try for cookies and a shake (we went with just a shake, maybe we'll try the cookies next time).

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Repicci's Real Italian Ice & Gelato

Fantastic chocolate gelato with chocolate chips and root beer float gelato on top of vanilla bean…read more:) This truck has so many flavors to choose from as well as items that are dairy-free. What a delightful treat on a hot day, I'll be sure to stop by again!

FANTASTIC CUSTOMER SERVICE! So responsive!!! Everyone loved the ice cream and Tina. Highly…read morerecommend them for any event!! Can't say enough how great they wrecked to work with!!

An italian ice cart at your next party would be fun right?

Plenty of serving options for your events!

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Inflatable downtown, book today!

Scrumptious

4.3(263 reviews)

3.7 mi

Scrumptious--I'm talking so much sugar, it should require a license! This place was absolutely…read moredelicious. The Dark Chocolate Whiskey was simply amazing! The cone was missing a few nuts, and with those, it would've been heaven. Service was quick and efficient, making it perfect for a quick stop when you're looking to get in and out. Definitely worth a visit for a sweet treat!

We had dinner at Tap and Dough and my son wanted something sweet; so we ventured in this candy…read morestore/ice cream shop. The line was 10 people deep. I looked around the store and found my favorite Mexican candy. My son got a small mint chocolate chip that was actually very big! We shared it between the 3 of us and barely finished it. It was delicious but we were so full from dinner. This place was fun and had lots of little things to see and buy.

4.3 mi•Alamo Placita, Southwest

Orange Creamsicle & Blue Moon Ice Cream

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Yogurtland

4.3(235 reviews)

Kid friendly

Vegan friendly

I love this place! The outdoor patio is nice at sunset and the flavors are great! Will return.read more

The name describes the "ice cream." Lots of choices of soft frozen treats made from, need I…read morewrite it, YOGURT. A nice change from milk or cream based products You'r price is based on how much your cup of soft serve weighs after you put on your chosen toppings, which there are plenty to choose from. There is not a lot of seating and there is some seating outside. It is self service with one cashier. Similar to most ice cream type stores, the so called ambiance is best described as functional.

A festive swirl of cool peppermint and rich mocha creates a refreshing, creamy frozen yogurt that's pure holiday magic.

Peppermint Mocha Frozen Yogurt topped with Mini Gingerbread Men Cookies, Mini M&M’s, and Cookies & Cream Crumbles

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Take your taste buds back to the future with this nostalgic flavor of crisp apple pie with warm cinnamon and a hint of buttery caramel.

Em’s Ice Cream

4.5(40 reviews)

2.9 mi

If you want ice cream that's made out of REAL ingredients and tastes absolutely delicious, this is…read morethe place. Tried some samples before picking and immediately I could tell this ice cream was made from natural ingredients. First time here today and definitely will go back again. Thanks Em's Ice cream

Em's had a good variety of flavors, but did not have all the flavored cones advertised at the time…read moreof my visit. Walking in, the employees greeted us and were ready to help. There are a handful of tables to sit at, but the coin operated horse ride upfront is a cute touch.

Entrance off 26th Ave in Gold's Marketplace

Chocolate shake with sprinkles & cherries. They provide a fat paper straw

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Front view

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Jeffrey D.

335

187

2 years ago

5 Stars - A Sweet Treat You Won't Forget! Happy Cones is a must-visit if you're in the area! Located inside Edgewater Public Market, there's plenty of space to hang out and enjoy your treat. If you stop by, you have to try the ice cream with honeycomb--it's a game-changer! Seriously, if you've never had it before, it'll totally elevate your ice cream experience. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and the location itself is adorable. It's filled with pictures and stories of the owner's travels around the world, adding a personal and unique touch. A perfect spot for anyone craving something sweet and a little extra special! read more

Cristina P.

9 months ago

Happy Cones has such delicious ice cream -- super creamy and full of flavor! The ambiance is fun and welcoming, and the ladies working there were incredibly nice and attentive. The only downside was the croissant; it didn't taste freshly made. Overall, a great spot for ice cream and good vibes, just hoping the pastries improve a bit. read more

Benjamin S.

7 years ago

The New Zealand style ice cream is wonderful, and the vegan scoops are amazing, but the heath bar, the sweet sweet heath bar- cut and sprinkled with a little hokey pokey... why can't I stop thinking about you?! read more

Keanan S.

9 years ago

Fantastic ice cream and even nicer folks making it!

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I absolutely love soft serve and this is hands down my favorite place to go!…read more I did a month long "No sugar" and as soon as it ended I knew I had to get soft serve! Small parking lot or street parking so keep your eyes out! They are always busy so keep an eye out for wondering kids and adults who look lost. I got the vanilla soft serve with Oreo toppings and a side of fries! The soft serve was perfect and the Oreos were delectable! The fries were crispy and hot and perfect for dipping into my soft serve! If you've never done it you must! Fries and soft serve are the perfect combo! They make them to order too so they are hot and fresh for each person! I love going there to see what other flavors of soft serve they have or what new toppings they are offering! They offer vegan flavors too! Can't wait to go back!

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