My go to spot for ice cream. The quality is always incredible, and the rotating flavors make every visit feel new. There are so many unique options to try, and each one is thoughtful, creative, and truly elevated. Beyond the amazing ice cream, their attention to food allergies really stands out. My boyfriend has a peanut allergy and has never been able to enjoy ice cream from a shop before, only pre packaged options from the grocery store. Spotty Dog goes above and beyond to make sure everything is safe. They use a clean scoop and serve from a fresh container to avoid any cross contamination. Because of these reasons alone we will never go anywhere else for ice cream. Thank you, Spotty Dog. Best ice cream in Richmond! read more

Loved the salty chocolate chip cookie and blueberry lemon butter cake! They're both creamy and very good. The salty chocolate chip cookie had the right mix of sweetness and saltiness. The blueberry lemon butter had rich, creamy and fruity flavor. There can be a queue but this moves quickly. They have seats inside and store is well lit. read more

Spotty Dog Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I removed stars because of how slow the service is. I get that they can only move so fast but it feels much slower than the service you get at ruby scoops, scoop, and even gelato celesti. The inside is cute with booths for groups to sit and eat. The decor and branding is fab. They only serve soft serve on the weekend which is another huge bummer. Why is it so hard to find soft serve in RVA? The line is always out the door and wrapped around the block at times. Good luck getting in but if you do, it's a great treat. This just isn't a place you go to Willy-nilly and expecting to be in and out. You will be waiting 30 min to an hour. read more

As an ice cream fan & New Englander, I was so excited to see a place in Richmond with Cremees! Spotty dog did NOT disappoint. I ordered the strawberry soft serve and love how it was extremely creamy with notes of strawberry but moreso a vanilla base. I tried a lot of innovative flavors, including the maple mellow, which was incredible, but nothing can compare to soft serve for me, which is what I'm so happy I got. read more

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Nothing better than ice cream (especially during National Ice Cream Month). I absolutely love the creemees at Spotty Dog. They only offer them on weekends. My fiancé's best friend lives in VT and we first fell in love with them there. It's so nice to have a spot in Richmond that offers them. This charming ice cream parlor in Church Hill is great for an ice cream fix. I've only tried their vegan oreo, salty chocolate chip cookie and vanilla flavors in traditional ice cream. Their ice creams are on the lighter side. I find that I much prefer their creemees with add-ons! Locals love this spot so the wait can take a bit sometimes. I love that there is plenty of indoor seating and a couple benches outside to enjoy your ice cream at. I love the light wooden seating interior. The people who work here are quite sweet too. I'd recommend coming on a weekend to try their creemee! read more

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10/10 amazing every single time! Whether you get ice cream, a milkshake, or a creamee (Vermont style soft serve), you can't go wrong. Recently went during St. Patrick's weekend and they featured a strawberry vanilla twist creamee with lucky charms...it was super creamy, rich, yet light. The lucky charms were nostalgic and delicious as a festive topping :) love Spotty Dog! read more

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As some of Church Hill's newest residents, my fiance and I have spent far more time and money at Spotty Dog than I would like to admit - but I don't regret it at all :) A classic and walkable neighborhood ice cream spot that feels very homey, approachable, and fairly priced whether you're getting a singe serving or a pint to go. They change up the flavors enough that you are kept on your toes but also keep their classics on-board whenever you feel like you need to dive into something more reliable. I appreciate the weekend inclusion of soft serve and the occassional concrete-adjacent "cup-sundae" (see pictures). Staff are always so welcoming + efficient, and every flavor is fantastic. Special shoutouts to the Movie Nite, S'mores Redux, What the Fluff, Banana Puddin', and the grand daddy of them all - Malted Madagascar Vanilla, a shockingly unique, yet simple, flavor I have grown to absolutely love. Plus the doggie window is a great and well-appreciated addition - as are the loyalty cards, which I will likely fill up multiple per year! read more

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A girl can only take so much of this Richmond heat before she needs to take matters into her own hands! I had heard good things about this "New England" style ice cream shop, and being from New England, I had to try it. It's located in a cool little neighborhood with ample street parking. Their flavors are pretty unique and I was able to taste several of them. The girl scooping the ice cream gave me some recommendations, so I opted for a small cup of malted Madagascar vanilla and cappuccino biscotti. The ice cream was super creamy and flavorful, definitely a winner from this self proclaimed ice cream afficionado. On weekends, they also have soft serve "creemees", which I'll have to come back and try. This is one of the best ice cream shops I've found in Richmond. read more

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I wish I came here sooner! It was such a lovely experience and felt like the neighborhood ice cream shop. It's quaint with limited seating. The employees were extremely welcoming, patient, and took extra care when we mentioned a nut allergy, even though it was a busy Friday night with a line out the door. They have New England style ice cream and Vermont style soft serve aka creemees only on weekends. Both styles have more fat content, making them creamier. They have pretty unique flavors. The cinnamon creemee tasted like cinnamon toast crunch milk. The movie nite is buttered popcorn flavored ice cream with buncha crunch and caramel - it was sweet and salty and had lots of texture. We're excited to try other flavors! read more

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Hello, buttered popcorn ice cream with chocolate crunchies and ribbons of caramel, it's a pleasure to make your acquaintance! This was one of the six fabulous flavors I tried during my visit to Spotty Dog Ice Cream. You might say that's way too much ice cream, but give the flavors a look through and try narrowing it down to just one...I wish you the best of luck! Thank goodness Spotty Dog offers flights of four for $8. In case you're wondering, I also took spoonfuls of the (vegan) cookies 'n cream, banana pudding, key lime pie, what the fluff, and salty chocolate chip cookie. Check the website for their current offerings, as it appears to rotate. Pro Tip: take the decadent route and add some sesame caramel and flaky salt. read more

The staff were very welcoming and allowed samples of the flavors. They were able to make a cup of late night coffee. There are plenty of dietary options available such as vegan, dairy free, and gluten-free flavors. The space is super clean and decorated well for the holidays. They had holiday plants for sale. Great space and will return again. read more

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The cutest spot with amazing ice cream! I got the banana pudding flavor and it was AMAZING. I wish I could give it more than 5 stars. The staff was kind and the place was spotless. Very chill and summery atmosphere. read more

Spotty Dog Ice Cream - Banana Pudding - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I love their creative flavors! It's definitely a busy place in the summer, and for good reason. IMO, It is a little over priced though. But worth it to support local. Their Vermont style soft served is thick and unique. Their milkshakes are very tasty, and they offer both gluten free and+ vegan options. It is a huge plus that they have indoor seating, and complimentary water! read more

I've been following this place a few weeks and couldn't wait to make a visit. The nor'easter was the reason I was so attracted to it but they were out today. She made me the equivalent of the Butterfinger nor'easter, as pregnancy cravings hit hard for this one. The place was really cute and clean. The two ladies were super nice and friendly! read more

Spotty Dog Ice Cream - Butterfinger vanilla - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Made a bold decision to drop by on a frigid Tuesday evening but Spotty Dog did not disappoint one bit! I tried the salted chocolate chip cookie which consists of creamy decadent vanilla ice cream with hefty chunks of salty chocolate chip cookie. Basically an inverted ice cream sammy but the ice cream is rich and the cookies are tastefully balanced with sweet and salty goodness. On top of the mouthwatering ice cream, the interior is super cute, clean and minimal and service was as sweet as the ice cream itself. Whether it's a scorching hot summer day or a snowy frigid winter night, Spotty Dog is 100% a must-try! read more

Spotty Dog Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Best ice cream in town. One star off because if they need to hand pack a pint while you wait, there's a $1 up charge which is fine except the hand packed pints usually have about 15-20% less ice cream. Staff needs to be better about filling the containers. read more

Among the best ice cream in Richmond! Love their bright space and friendly service. Got mint choc chip in a cone, almost toothpaste-y but got used to it. The pumpkin pie flavor my wife got was really good. Everything was fresh and clearly homemade. We'll be back. read more

Absolutely delicious! I got the triple chocolate fudge with extra fudge and a scoop of vanilla and banana ice cream--both were absolutely perfect. Rich, decadent, and perfectly balanced. The staff were super friendly, the place was clean, and there was plenty of space to sit and enjoy. Highly recommend for any dessert lover! read more

Spotty Dog Ice Cream - Triple chocolate fudge with extra fudge - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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A top contender for best ice cream in RVA-- Spotty Dog has inventive new and exciting flavor combos that you wouldn't see at a regular chain. My favorite topping was potato chips on a Vermont Creamie! The s'mores was also a big favorite as well. Though the flavors rotate pretty often, it's almost always guaranteed that you'll enjoy something, and can count on the staff to be extra-kind to you. My one complaint is probably parking, since it's in Church Hill and doesn't have much more than street parking. as a result of being so popular, the line can be long as well. Worth the wait. read more

Spotty Dog Ice Cream - chocolate and vanilla swirl Vermont Creamie topped with potato chips - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

First time here and my fiancé and I definitely enjoyed it! The banana pudding was very tasty! I got the s'mores which is what is pictured and you can definitely taste the pieces of marshmallows there can be a bit of a line but it's the summer so I don't expect anything less! The only thing I recommend is if they had what was in each flavor because I felt like I was holding up the line asking about each flavor. read more

Spotty Dog Ice Cream - S'mores ice cream scoop in a waffle cone! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

First time here I managed to get soft serve(it runs out a lot)! I got the vanilla and thai tea(limited flavor) dipped in chocolate. The vanilla and Thai tea swirl was a good balance of flavor and it was not overly sweet which I like! I was impressed with the chocolate dip consistency that has a sprinkle of salt. I would definitely try their other ice cream, the Miso Pb&J was pretty good as well The workers are very nice and helpful, and will give you suggestions if needed and it's a chill vibe. read more

Spotty Dog Ice Cream - Vanilla Thai Tea Swirl dipped in Chocolate - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

This space is an absolute delight. Clean and bright with lovely staff. Seating indoor and outside. They have some incredible and unique flavor combinations! I took a punch card that will be getting used a lot this summer. A wonderful addition to the neighborhood! read more

The key lime flavor was very good, hints of key lime and not overly sour. The graham crumble was great too. read more

Spotty Dog Ice Cream - Key lime - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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This born and bred Massachusetts girl and NE ice cream culture expert approves of Spotty Dog's take on New Englander style ice cream. Super rich, lots of flavors for both classical palates and those who may be a little more adventurous, as well as a few that are in between, like malted Madagascar vanilla, that are just unique enough to set them apart from your garden variety cone. Appreciated the little things such as toppings like olive oil, maldon, candied fennel, nuts, and that they had a couple of vegan and GF options. Pleasant staff at the counter, lots of bright and clean seating, and a couple cute little benches outside if you want to sit in the sunshine. Always a great stop when we're in Church Hill. read more

Cute ice cream place with unique flavors. Friendly staff! There's a walk up window too if you have a dog which is a sweet idea.

This has to be my new favorite ~spot for ice cream! Though it is a bit of a trek from where I live, it's always worth it. Parking is somewhat easy, depending on the time of day, and you are near plenty of restaurants if you chose to go before/after. Pricing was fair, and there were a lot of options for sizes and other items besides a scoop of ice cream. The flavors are all unique and delicious - my favorite is the s'mores because you can truly taste the roast of the marshmallows and graham crackers. There is some seating inside and outside, or I recommend walking around the block as well. Can't wait for my next visit! read more

Spotty Dog Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Visited for the first time this evening and WOW we were thoroughly impressed. Very friendly staff, clean environment, and original flavors for treats. We tried the banana pudding, stroopwafel, and salted chocolate chip cookie ice cream flavors as well as the salted chocolate chip cookie milkshake. 10/10 first impression, will definitely be heading back! read more

Wow this is my new favorite ice cream in Richmond!!! And clearly a favorite of many because there was a consistent but quickly moving line. I like the feel of the space and there were plenty of booths open. It's a little loud and echoey when it's busy but I was glad there were seating options. They also have an ordering window to outside. The staff were super friendly and helpful despite the busyness, very willing to give samples and explain the unique flavors! I tried the miso PBJ and the party cake (vegan) and both were delicious but ended up getting the salty chocolate chip cookie flavor because it was incredible!!! If I had to pick a favorite ice cream in Richmond, it's this flavor. I love ice cream with mix-ins, and there were a lot of cookies. 10/10 and will be back! read more

Spotty Dog Ice Cream - Salty chocolate chip cookie ice cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I absolutely loved Spotty Dog and am so happy they are blessing Richmond with their presence! I visited town for the holidays and my friend took me here. They have the most creative flavors and I love that they let you sample everything. Their website is really comprehensive and lists all the ingredients on each flavor. I got a split scoop of the Salty Chocolate Chip Cookie (a basic, but amazing) and the Movie Nite. I thought the concept of Movie Nite was just so fun - popcorn in ice cream? Amazing. It's also really cool that they change their flavors so frequently. Super excited to come back next time I'm in Richmond. read more

Spotty Dog Ice Cream - Movie Nite - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

While becoming temporary residents in Church Hill, Spotty Dog immediately became one of our favorite spots in this cute neighborhood and city. They come up with innovative ice cream flavors practically every month while also still serving their regular flavors such as Madagascar Vanilla - which is one of my favorites. When we are in town my husband and I frequent spotty dog at least 3 times a week - I know, can't be healthy. But their ice is so wholesome delicious. Their latest weekend addition is Vermont style creemes and I have to say they are even better than the creemes I've had in Vermont. Can't recommend this place enough - amazing and patient staff. read more

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Visited the Spotty Dog after a long day of walking around and enjoying Richmond. I wasn't expecting much but was blown away by the flavor options and the overall look of the creamery. I was helped by a nice person who worked at the bakery up the street and gave me some stellar recommendations on places to visit in the area. Parking can be tricky out here but if you look hard enough you'll find a place. I really loved the seating options and the atmosphere of the creamery as well. Overall, I'd recommend this spot to anyone looking for a reasonably priced ice-cream spot in the area. read more

Spotty Dog Ice Cream - Banana Pudding Milkshake - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Solid ice cream, cool flavors but the flavors don't really pack a punch. If you let the ice cream melt a bit then the flavor comes through a little more. I recommend the salty chocolate chip cookie which had big bittersweet chips in it (not salty at all though) and the black pepper hot honeycomb which was one of the other stronger flavors (not spicy, but great texture with the crunch of the honeycomb). The ice cream is churned/frozen a little hard in my opinion, but Spotty Dog has a good variety of flavors and there are at least two vegan flavors. I wasn't a fan of the cafe du valkyrie because it wasn't as coffee flavored as I'd like, but I'm sure others would enjoy it. I love that Spotty Dog offers an ice cream flight and the staff were very helpful and kind. read more

Spotty Dog Ice Cream - ice cream flight - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

The flavors here are very unique. They don't have any typical flavors I opted for a vegan chocolate and it was kinda chalky. Not my ideal. Type of ice cream, but I'm willing to give them another try. The ice cream baristas were very knowledgable and friendly and the overall shop was clean and aesthetically pleasing. read more

Super friendly and energetic staff and service moved fairly quickly for being so busy, brightly lit and clean inside, very fun toppings including candied fennel (which I HAD to try) and sesame caramel and olive oil +salt. I enjoyed the key lime pie flavor, which had big whipped cream chunks and generous Graham cracker crust chunks in a tangy and creamy key lime ice cream. I tried a bit of my friend's movie night flavor and vanilla flavor and they were okay. I think it's a bit overpriced though for what I got. A single scoop with fennel candy was $7.70. I understand food prices are rising but I can't recall other ice cream shoppes costing this much for so little. read more

Spotty Dog Ice Cream - Size of single scoop - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Delicious and fresh! Cute little spot for ice cream. They had a large selection including vegan and gluten free options. Their flavors change regularly, but the one I tried was a brownie coffee flavor and it was so good! If you are in the Churchill area definitely check it out! read more

Spotty dog is the best ice cream shop in RVA (this is coming from someone who has tried all of them and keeps their rankings in my notes app)! The flavors are unique and they never taste fake. The amount of toppings mixed in is always very generous. The miso pb&j and the brownie tahini caramel (can't remember the exact name of that flavor) are my absolute favorites. The creemees on the weekends are SO good, by far the best soft serve option in town! I come here way too often it never gets old. read more

Visited this place 2 times! The staff is friendly and the ice cream was great! Our table was clean. We were able to find parking and have a seat inside at a booth. We didn't have to wait long in line. read more

Spotty Dog Ice Cream - Ice cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Heard rave reviews about this place so I had to check it out myself! As a chocolate/caramel lover, I got the salted chocolate chip and the movie night. The former is a cream based ice cream with chunks of chocolate covered wafer/rice crispies. I think there were occasional cookie dough type mixtures in there. The sprinkle of salt on the chocolate was a great contrast of flavors. The latter is a more buttercream based ice cream with caramelized popcorn. Loved how all of their ice cream bases and toppings are all house made! The texture of the ice cream was smooth and creamy. Sweetness was as expected. They were so nice and allowed us to try so many other flavors. The miso PBJ was quite interesting too - a strawberry based ice cream and chunks of peanut butter and some subtle miso umami flavors. Another cool flavor was the burnt sugar banana bread! It was more burnt sugar/caramel-y than it was banana flavored. The store is spacious with good amount of seating! Staff were so nice and answered all of our questions about their quirky flavors. Would come back to check out their other flavors and drinks! read more

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So hard to choose but this may be my favorite ice cream shop in Richmond! The ice cream is always so creamy and flavorful. The staff are always friendly and helpful. Love that they do soft serve let alone rotating flavors, always so good. Highly recommend everyone stop by here, seriously some of the best ice cream I've ever had. read more

It's always exciting when new ice cream shops open up in Richmond and Spotty Dog did not disappoint. My partner and I both got a double (generous) scoop of Salty Chocolate Chip Cookie (which has a sweet cream base). I can't remember if the cookies are made in house but she definitely said the chocolate chips are, and you can tell! Everything tasted fresh and homemade. Our only constructive criticism is that the flavors do not have a description and the ice cream is not easily visible. But staff will give you samples and a thorough description of each! We will definitely be back to try more flavors (or stick with the salty cookie bc it was that good!) read more

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