A List of Independent Cincinnati Ice Cream Shops
Discover Cincinnati’s sweetest hidden gems! This curated list highlights locally owned ice cream shops serving up unique flavors, handcrafted treats, and hometown charm. Taste the best of the Queen City—one scoop at a time.
Schneider's Sweet Shop
Schneider’s serves homemade candies, ice cream, floats, and famous “ice balls” in a nostalgic soda fountain.
Schneider's Sweet Shop, located in Bellevue, Kentucky, is a cherished, family-owned institution that has been delighting customers with homemade candies and ice cream since 1939. Famous for its signature Opera Creams and a wide array of other confections like fudge, caramels, and nut clusters, Schneider's also operates a classic soda fountain. Here, visitors can enjoy delicious homemade ice cream, shakes, floats, sundaes, and their unique "ice balls" – a popular local treat combining shaved ice with ice cream. Preserving time-tested recipes and methods through generations, Schneider's offers a nostalgic and authentically sweet experience.
⭐ Rating: 4.8/5 (760.0 reviews)
🕐 Hours: Sunday, 12-8 PM Monday, Closed Tuesday, 10 AM-9 PM Wednesday, 10 AM-9 PM Thursday, 10 AM-9 PM Friday, 10 AM-9 PM Saturday, 10 AM-9 PM
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