5 Best Ice Cream Shops in Tallahassee

Rob Sandkamp
The Scoop at FSU
Published in
3 min readOct 19, 2017

Whether you’re just visiting Tallahassee or are local, it can’t be denied that everyone loves ice cream. If you’re on the hunt to find some of the best ice cream shops in Florida, then you’re in luck because Tallahassee has some of the finest. Here is the scoop on the 5 best ice cream shops in town…

1. Lofty Pursuits

If you’re looking for the most well known ice cream restaurant in town, chances are, you’ll end up at Lofty Pursuits. Known for their old-fashioned style, Lofty Pursuits even creates their very own handmade hard candy for people stopping by to watch. With almost 200 different flavors of ice cream, we know that you’ll find what you like at Lofty Pursuits.

2. Barb’s Southern Style Gourmet Brittles

Located in the boutique area by Lake Ella, Barb’s Gourmet Brittles truly is one of the best overall dessert spots in Tallahassee. By specializing in brittle and homemade ice cream, Barb’s is always a treat to enjoy by the lake.

3. Nuberri

In the mood for a healthier treat or something you’ve never had before? With a wide selection of ice cream, frozen yogurt and toppings, Nuberri has something you can create. Served in a colorful and fresh environment, Nuberri had to be in our top 5 list.

4. Big Easy Snowballs

Want to try a New Orleans snowball here in Tallahassee? Then Big Easy Snowballs is the place for you! Unlike a regular snow cone, the ice is finer which allows it to not only be easier to eat, but can be filled with various different ice creams and flavors. If you’re ever confused or overwhelmed with the variety of options, the staff is also gladly to let you sample any flavor you think you’d enjoy.

5. Diva Pops

Unlike the other shops in this list, Diva Pops not only serves all-natural handcrafted gourmet ice cream, but also was the first hand rolled ice cream shop in Tallahassee. The ice cream is also considered one of the best in town. We’re sure that after you try Diva Pops, you’ll want to keep coming back!

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