They make really good ice cream especially on a hot sunny afternoon in beautiful Lake County

On our way home, instead of lunch, we came here. My dad, despite swearing he can't taste a thing multiple times during the trip, got a mint chip flurry with some kind of mix in (I unfortunately forget which one). My husband got a vanilla flurry with cookie dough as an addition. My mom got a single scoop of coffee ice cream in a sugar cone and I got a single scoop mint chip in a cup, which I regret because I love eating my cone. The waffle cone looks like it would have been delicious, so that will be what I get next time. We all loved our ice cream a lot and my parents reminisced about coming here when they were young. My husband and I had never been here before but it was fun to hear stories and to know this store has been around for decades. The ice cream was unforgettable and I'd highly recommend coming by. read more

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The black cherry was to die for. Already planning return trip for today. Plenty of outdoor seating available to enjoy. read more

Jones Home Made Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Baldwin, Michigan

The special this week was stores flavor, and it was delicious! I love the nostalgic pictures on the walls and the retro decor. The bathrooms are clean and well-stocked, employees are friendly and helpful, and the place is often very busy. They have food, but I've never tried anything but their ice cream. read more

I have heard A LOT of good things about Jones Home Made Ice Cream. So, I decided to visit for myself while I was in town this weekend. I had the black cherry ice cream that they make in-house. I really enjoyed it! It was very flavorful, and I loved the big chunks of cherry in my scoop. It is not the kind of ice cream that you just mindlessly gobble down. It's the kind that you take your time to savor. read more

Jones Home Made Ice Cream - This is the black cherry ice-cream that they make in house. It has delicious chunks of cherry throughout the scoop. YUM! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Baldwin, Michigan

I loved coming here as a kid so when we were in town with our kids I HAD to stop in. The ice cream is wonderful. I love the atmosphere here. And the service was really quick! read more

Jones Home Made Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Baldwin, Michigan

Amazing homemade ice cream! We had chocolate and the lemon custard. Both were super creamy and delicious. The place was hoping on a Saturday night, the line was out the door and past the driveway. Staff was friendly. They have been in business for 80 years. This was our treat after our run on the trail. read more

Jones Home Made Ice Cream - 2 scoops of chocolate in a cup. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Baldwin, Michigan

Another wonderful ice cream from Jones. Fun place set back in time. Our ice cream was prepared carefully by a young fellow who seemed to really care about his work. It was refreshing and we enjoyed everything as usual. Not our first trip to Jones. Was a little disappointed when a coworker openly reprimanded him about over serving the scoops in front of everyone. Bully's are bully's and it should have been saved for when she didn't have an audience. Just wasn't a kind move. read more

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Minimal hot fudge. Ordered a hot fudge sundae and there's almost no hot fudge at all, leaving me a with a large bowl of vanilla ice cream and some brownie pieces read more

Jones Home Made Ice Cream - a hand holding a bowl of ice cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Baldwin, Michigan

Jeff has been RAVING about Jones Homemade Ice Cream Since we met. FINALLY, I had a chance to try it. We were camping for the weekend in Baldwin. I was 'told' there would be Jones Ice Cream every day we were up there and there was. We went 3 days! In. A. Row! We used the walk up window because we brought our dog and he obviously couldn't go in. FRIDAY EVENING: I ordered 1 scoop of peppermint chip in a sugar cone, he had a hot fudge sundae and chocolate malt - extra malt. I was served mint chocolate chip, which is fine but ISN'T peppermint. His malt did not contain extra malt. Regardless, it was still good. The service was meh... slow and not overly friendly. Our dog had a pup cup - a scoop of vanilla and it was free! SATURDAY MID-AFTERNOON Everyone from our group went to get ice cream, there were 8 of us total. Again, we brought our dog. The young woman working the walk up window was NOT happy to be there. She was actually rude, suggesting the rest of our party go inside to be served. While I understand her intent/suggestion her tone and flippant "well, whatever" was off putting. I asked the about difference between peppermint chip and mint chip. She replied "nothing". I attempted to get further clarification "why is there peppermint chip and mint chip listed if they are the same?" In a tone that implied I might be the stupidest person she's ever had to scoop ice cream for she said "it's mint. MINT is a shortened version of PEPPERMINT" oh... thanks for clarifying and for the record, it isn't. Regardless, we were happy with our order. I ended up with a Oreo flurry, extra Oreo (there were NOT extra Oreos, in fact there were less than I would have expected from a regular order without asking for extra) and he got a banana split which he loved. Slightly modified, but made perfectly. Our dog got a complementary pup cup! A scoop of vanilla that he was SO happy about. SUNDAY AFTERNOON No line which was super exciting! The young man that took care of us was slow but friendly enough. Jeff ordered a chocolate malt, extra malt and was given just that! Extra malt! I had a scoop of peppermint chip and a scoop of chocolate in a waffle cone. The cone was thicker than others I've had and it was really good! Dog enjoyed another pup cup! All in all, we are giving 4 stars because the ice cream is good, prices are as expected. Service was barely fine. If it was up to me we would have gone once and been done with it. However, I never say no to ice cream and what my man wants, he gets. read more

Jones Home Made Ice Cream - Storefront - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Baldwin, Michigan

Bright, clean, and friendly atmosphere. There are a variety of flavors to choose from and the ice cream (and other items) is/are very fresh and delicious! Serving sizes are generous and the price is moderate. read more

Jones Home Made Ice Cream - Jones Homemade Ice Cream (building exterior/street view) - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Baldwin, Michigan

This is one of my favorite ice cream shops and I've been coming here for over 50 years. They have new owners for a couple of years now and they have kept things mostly the same in regards to ice cream flavors and options. Why mess with flavors when the ones they offer keep lines out the doors during those summer months. The service is good and the prices are about mid range for homemade ice cream. Inside you will find small tables and a space to sit inside or out if you prefer. Old pictures of the town and people line the walls of days gone by. read more

Haven't Visited Jones in years or so but it's the same quality wonderful tasting , great texture. Worth every mile and gas to get there.

I've love the small ice cream shops -- it's always been a family tradition when ever we left to return back home to stop and get a cone. Ok it isn't McD's ice cream or their prices but it way worth the price -- they give you a pretty nice size. They also sell t-shirts, GIANT jawbreakers, and variety of candies inside; I highly suggest support the local business. Eat up!!! :) read more

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Jones ice cream parlor is delightful! The ice cream is delicious! The workers know ice cream and do their jobs very well. Stepping into Jones is like stepping back in time. It's a lovely little ice cream parlor. read more

This is a wonderful historical place. My wife and mother in law have eaten here since they were kids. Today was our kids first Jones' experience and they love it! Great history, great staff, great time! read more

Jones Home Made Ice Cream - Yum! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Baldwin, Michigan

Great ice cream great service people there were extremely nice fast always with a smile had to get it 2 days in a row and it's home made butter pecan is the best read more

Yummmmm! Sign saying "homemade ice cream" caught our eye and made us stop and so glad we did. Huge parking lot in rear made parking our travel trailer easy - another plus! Long line of customers moved quickly with friendly service. Loved my waffle cone with Black Walnut and Rum Raisin - generous scoops of soft, creamy deliciousness. read more

For the passed 35 years this has been my favorite ice cream. New owners the last year or so has made me not even stop any more. Last week when my kids brought me a gallon of my favorite lemon custard home for my bday I could have almost cried I was so disappointed! They're not making their ice cream homemade any longer. The lemon was so hard it sat out for an hour before I could even attempt to scoop it. I've never had ice cream that was frozen solid like a brick of ice. It's sad read more

Very great tasting homemade ice cream. Very helpful and several options. They even went out of way and gave my 15 month old a sippy cup for his water so he didn't spill. They are always busy so give yourself time to enjoy. read more

Upon my arrival to Baldwin Michigan, where I was staying with my fiancé's family at a fishing lodge by the Pere Marquette River, all I could hear about was Jones' homemade ice cream. As soon as I heard "ice cream," I got excited... And when I realized how reputable Jones' was AND that it was homemade, I knew it was my mission by the end of the week to get there. On our way back to Novi, we stopped there for some mid-afternoon ice cream cones. All I heard is the strawberry flavor was the best, so I chose the one scoop of strawberry in a waffle cone. It did live up to its expectations. It's delicious, not too filling with fresh chunks of strawberries in it. It was basically a salad, LOL. The place itself is very mom-and-pop shop and you can tell it's been around for a while. They had those Jones soda bottles lined up, which I thought was in association with the ice cream but it turns out it was just a branding move and I doubt there's any correlation between the two. Only that they sell the soda there. The service was great and the prices weren't too bad, either. It is located in the middle of town and street parking is readily available. Overall, if you are in this small town and want to have potentially one of the best ice cream experiences, I highly recommend Jones. read more

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Disappointed they got rid of there BEST ICE CREAM Maker becuz they didn't order correctly. I see a down slide here

Baldwin does not have a bustling, "place to be" downtown area. It does it's job, serving those venturing to Wolf Lake and the surrounding area for a brush with nature and reprieve from the chaos of life. If you happen to head into the downtown area, Jones is the destination. Fresh, home made ice cream packed into delicious waffle or sugar cones. Ever rotating flavors. This place in a gem. read more

Joy and her staff are driven provide amazing products and customer service. Blue Moon is my favorite and go to when ever I am in town.

Great place for the family! Amazing local homemade ice cream and Waffle Cones! must have!

I love the lemon custard ice cream. Sooo delicious. Used to stop here on our way to Wolf Lake as a kid. Got an opportunity to stop after a visit to Shrine of the Pine, (a must do if you are in the area), and it was just the way I remembered it. Everyone I brought raved about how it was the best ice cream they have ever had, and best mango smoothy. read more

Jones Home Made Ice Cream - a man standing in front of a store - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Baldwin, Michigan

If you are heading up to the 'little finger" on M37 you stop for ice cream at Jones's in Baldwin. If you are going up M22 then you stop at House of Flavors in Manistee. read more

Jones Home Made Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Baldwin, Michigan

I have always given Jones 5 stars, but something has changed (at least yesterday). We went at 3:00; thought we'd avoid the line. We were wrong, but not to worry Jones' staff is always fast and pleasant. Not yesterday, the line was out the door and they only had 3 employees dipping cones (even though they had other staff around in the office and cleaning.) Took us 20 minutes to get our ice cream and not a smile from the staff while we were there. Next time we see a line, we'll go to DQ. read more

Amazing ice cream and fabulous friendly service best ice cream in the area even over Ludington, MI ice cream shops!! Good job keep up the great work! A very enjoyable stop on our Labor Day weekend visit! Thank you! read more

Great ice cream! We make sure we stop every time. Staff is alway friendly and helpful. They will probably be busy but it's worth it. Was not charged 12% when paid with credit card read more

Jones Home Made Ice Cream - They have a my first cone for babies for free too - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Baldwin, Michigan

This is always a five stars. The ice cream has consistent great taste no matter what flavor. The black cherry, mint chocolate chip, butter pecan are among my favorite. I hope they make the almond joy again this summer it was crazy delicious. read more

My husband and I came in this past weekend Friday-Sunday. We were waited on by a very welcoming and kind young woman with a contagious smile each time. We have been coming in for years now and tend to get the same thing every time. A chocolate malt. This young woman had taken our order on Friday and when we came in the next day she asked if we were going to be getting the same thing. To my surprise she remembered us and I said of course. We came in on Sunday and what a coincidence she was there ready to take our order again. She smiled and flagged us down to wait on us. May I add that those malts were the best ones we have had! The service was wonderful and quick. While waiting for our malts on Sunday, I wanted to observe how she made them because they were so yummy! While doing this I noticed the young woman waiting on us had several fellow co-workers asking her a lot of questions. And yet she answered them all while never getting distracted from finishing my order. Several times in the past it seemed we had waited quite awhile for our order and it never really felt the way that this young woman made us feel. I can say for my husband and I, that this young woman made us feel welcomed and also made us feel like the real definition of a valued customer! Wonderful service and can't wait to come back again in a few weeks! Hope to endure the same experience next time! Hopefully with the same kind young woman. ;) read more

Best blue moon ice cream I've ever had! There's often a line out the door, but don't let that drive you away--there's a reason the line is so long. read more

Absolutely love this place ! it is the definition of throwback ice cream shops.. The ice cream is fresh , the atmosphere is classic. You will love this place ! read more

A super- cute ice cream parlor that's been in downtown Baldwin for 75 years. It sells its own handmade ice cream and some other ice creams, shrrbets and froyos, plus sundaes, shakes, flurries and smoothies (including a few surprises like strawberry- jalapeño). We were also pleasantly surprised to find a modest lunch menu here too, including a,couple of vegetarian choices. I rely enjoyed my salmon burger here -- basic supermarket salmon burger, but it was dresses with really fresh veggies, on a good potato bun. (Baldwin is a major sport- fishing town, so it was nice to see at least a small nod to that heritage on the menu.) My chocolate ice cream and my spouse's lemon custard ice cream, both made in-house, were very good. We're glad we stopped for ice cream, stayed for lunch. read more

A stop to Jones's ice cream is always worth the trip for the ice cream but Kathleen makes it especially worthwhile!! She is friendly and a hoot to boot! read more

Great place. Awesome Ice cream. Friendly service and a lot of area history photos on the walls.

Quaint & welcoming establishment. The staff were very friendly. The ice cream was delicious, and the price was extremely reasonable. I got the Black Cherry & I highly recommend it. If you mention that you visited their website, you get an additional scoop on the house! ;-) read more

Stumbled along this little ice cream shop the other day, let me tell you I'm an ice cream fanatic. This was hands down the best ice cream I've ever tasted. We sampled a few flavored, what a variety they had, cookies and cream, butter pecan, orange pineapple. All amazing! I highly recommend this ice cream parlor! read more

We live in Ohio, heard about this place and vacationed near Baldwin. Took the time to stop in and enjoy. It was worth the drive!!! Friendly service as well! read more