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    Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

    4.5 (125 reviews)
    Closed 1:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Emily C.

    This is hands down some of the best ice cream around. The workers are always so nice, even when it's super busy. They are always happy to let you sample different flavors too. I'm always down for their waffle cones or bowls, they're always fresh! Favorite flavors: butter cake, brambleberry crisp, and brown butter almond brittle They also have seasonal flavors; check out their instagram to see what they're currently scooping. It's a tiny bit pricy BUT it's high quality ice cream. It's worth it.

    The awesome menu!!
    Gina H.

    Stopped in for a sweet treat after lunch! I usually go for my same favorite flavors but tried several summer menu options. I happily fell in love with the strawberry pretzel summer menu feature and it was scrumptious! It was a play on what I call star berry pretzel salad but so much better! We also tried watermelon taffy flavor which was oddly amazing! We learned that it will stay around after the summer flavors rotate out! Our server was amazing as well. I didn't get his name but he was very polite, knowledgeable and offered as many samples as we wanted to try.

    Opaque ice cream
    Alison L.

    Very kind and patient staff, although can get backed up when the line is long. Usually plenty of outdoor seating that is well lit. The Opaque ice cream was delicious and rich. It has a very fudgy flavor and texture. Had notes of espresso and very faint balsamic cherry. Must get it with the chocolate cone!

    Lemon Bar (DF) Buttercrisp Waffle Cone
    Ryan H.

    Very good ice cream with fast yet considerate service. The servers are very nice about asking what flavors you want to try before you order. I really enjoyed being able to watch one of the servers make the waffle cone bowls. I tried the lemon bar ice cream with the waffle cone which was fantastic. The cone is super good. The restaurant is small and all the seating is outside but I liked it a lot as it was packed and everyone was just chilling outside. Only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is that the ice cream is a little pricey in my opinion.

    Margarita B.

    My first experience with Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams and it was love at first bite. Such a cute little shop with very friendly staff. I picked up a little trio with Salted Peanut Butter, Seven Layer Bar and Brambleberry Crisp while my sister got the Pistachio Macaron, Wildberry Lavender and Buttercream Birthday Cake and we savored every bite despite the 30 degree weather. As a visitor from tropical Hawaii, I hope this shows you Yelpers how splendid this ice cream shop is!

    Didi C.

    Taking one bite from anything at this place and you immediately feel like you've just tasted something prepared for Royalty. There's a variety of flavors with an almost equal variety of serving options. If you're wanting to splurge but without any guilt, they have toddler portions available. It can get crowded so be patient as you wait. The staff is friendly and if you're a regular they really remember their customers. There's an outdoor seating area with good vibes so it's a great place to meet up with old and new friends or just you and your family after leaving your kids dance recital. You will enjoy!

    Lemon blueberry parfait, Rainbow BFY
    Bella A.

    Delicious ice cream always. You cannot go wrong with any flavors. The waffle cone wedge is my absolute favorite. This location has nice ample outdoor seating available, which is lovely on an Alabama evening. This location has great hours too so always time for icecream.

    Brambleberry Crisp, lemon bar, and wild berry lavender
    Nikki N.

    The ice cream is soooo good, though it is pricey so I don't get it often! The service is always nice and you can try flavors! The ambiance is nice too, it's a small place with little indoor seating but there's usually a lot of seating outside! Sign up in the app for deals, I got a free birthday scoop!!

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    Joanne J.

    Even though Jeni's is a chain, each location has the charm to make it feel like a hometown spot. Love the eclectic flavors, the season options, and even the diary free flavors! And with this location in Pepper place, it makes it the perfect after dinner spot. The servers here are so kind - even when you want to sample your third flavor. On the list of best ice cream spots in Birmingham for sure!

    The bar
    Russell G.

    I have tried other ice cream shops that are really nice. Jeni's is really on the top of that list. It's in my top 3. The flavors are awesome. I had lemon and blueberry and another flavor. I almost picked 3 and glad I didn't. Two filled me up lol. The one by Pepper Place only has outside seating but that's really nice in spring and summer. Lots of parking spaces available in the parking lot and on the street. I do recommend this place. Must try the Mountain brook one. The young ladies are also so helpful.

    Eric R.

    Such a cute spot. After dinner just around the corner we were wandering and this oasis, all lit up, lured us in. Lots of great flavors of ice cream and the waffle cone cooking smell. Love it.

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    Second time here and it's been great both times!! Love the flavors and the staff are very friendly!!

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    Very tasty ice cream :). Stop in for that ice cream craving, my favorite was the double dough!

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    Great service and they happily accommodated my daughter's allergies. Can't wait to get back to Birmingham

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    One last stop before heading home from Bham! I'd had this spot bookmarked and it was a short drive…read morefrom where we ate, so we headed on over to get some dessert. This gelateria is tucked away in a cute area. The road is like...cobblestone? Or very uneven and narrow at least. Wasn't super friendly for our car. Probably better to walk from somewhere else nearby. The inside was super weirdly hot, which was unexpected. Fortunately we were getting our goodies to go. There's very limited seating inside but you could maybe grab a spot if you wanted to. I ordered a scoop of hazelnut gelato and husband got chocolate. The flavor selection is somewhat simple and limited but that's not necessarily a bad thing - product seems very high quality. Service was acceptable, quiet and matter of fact. The serving size was generous. Both gelatos were good, but my hazelnut was great! It was so pleasantly nutty and sweet, and the texture was amazing. I'd definitely order this treat again! Give them a try if you're a gelato fan. Yum!

    Super kind staff. Very patient and let us try multiple flavors. It's always nice when people are…read morewilling to engage with you, ask you how your day was and learn more about you. The gelato has the perfect soft texture and isn't too heavy on your stomach. I felt refreshed and energized after eating it. The lemon lavender goat cheese ice cream had a delicious citrusy flavor. The goat cheese was subtle. The lavender flavor shined through. The blood orange is delicious, not too much of a bitterness or a bite to it. Perfectly balanced flavors. Loved sitting outside.

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