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.

The Dipper
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The Dipper

Silverton's long-loved ice cream shop, Back 2 the Dipper is back! Come enjoy a simple cone, a classic sundae, or one of our delicious Frostbites.

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Back 2 The Dipper “The Dipper” is a seasonal soft serve ice cream shop proudly serving the Silverton (Ohio) and surrounding communities. We are focused on providing delicious and affordable soft serve and other frozen treats in a community centered atmosphere during the spring and summer months. Even though the summer is short we want to create childhood memories that will last a lifetime. Hopefully, you will want to return “Back 2 The Dipper” over and over again.

Ratings: 4.8/5, Reviews: 375

Wednesday 2–9 PM  Thursday 2–9 PM  Friday 2–9 PM  Saturday 2–9 PM  Sunday 2–9 PM  Monday 2–9 PM  Tuesday 2–9 PM

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