Best Ice Cream Orange Beach, Alabama

The Best Ice Cream Orange Beach, Alabama, has to offer! From ice cream cones to banana splits, these are the best ice cream shops to visit.

Best Ice Cream in Orange Beach, Alabama

There is something magical about an ice cream cone or sundae on a hot Alabama Gulf Coast day.

Living in Gulf Shores, we are always looking for delicious ice cream treats, especially in the middle of summer when it is hot, hot, hot.

These are our favorite Ice Cream Shops in Orange Beach for a frozen treat.

If you are spending time in Gulf Shores make sure to check out our best ice cream Gulf Shores article for ideas on places to visit. Gulf Shores favorites include The Yard Milkshake Bar, Yumm Twister & Ice Cream, and Scoops.

Locals and visitors will love these great ice cream shops! They each offer unique and different flavors and twists on classic ice cream sundaes.

You can find gelato, frozen yogurt, specialty flavors, sherbet, sorbet, frozen custard, and more at these Ice Cream places in Orange Beach, AL.

Milkshake Momma - Closed

Milkshake Momma is the newest Ice Cream Shop in Orange Beach, Alabama. They have epic milkshakes with candy and so much more.

Menu highlights - multiple sizes of freak shakes, old fashioned milkshakes, banana splits, floats, and more.

Address - 25908 Canal Rd Suite F, Orange Beach, AL 36561

Del's Ice Cream

Del's Homemade Ice Cream serves local favorite Cammies Old Dutch ice cream. They offer 36 flavors that rotate.

There is outdoor seating on picnic tables next to the ice cream shop.

Menu highlights - Dairy free and sugar free options available.

Scooped ice cream, milkshakes, sundaes, banana splits, and cones.

Address - 25405 Perdido Beach Blvd, Suite 1, Orange Beach, AL

Phone - 251-273-6553

City Donut

City Donut not only has fresh donuts they also have boba tea, and Ice cream!

Menu highlights - Donut Slider - Ice cream and donut sandwich served warm with toppings.

Donut Split - Ice Cream and donut sundae  (Pictured above)

They also have sundaes and specialty milkshakes. Order ice cream by the scoop, in a cone or souvenir ball cap.

The full ice cream menu is amazing! 20 flavors of ice cream! Don't miss delicious Cookie Dough, Cookies and Cream, Strawberry Cheesecake, Cookie Monster, Superhero, Cotton Candy, Sea Salt Caramel, Black Cherry, Butter Pecan, Moose Tracks, Birthday Cake, Turtle Tracks, Mint Chocolate Chip, Smokey Mountain Fudge, Rocky Road, Rainbow Sherbet, Homemade Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Espresso Chocolate Chunk

Address - Publix Shopping Center in Orange Beach, 25751 Perdido Beach Blvd. A-5, Orange Beach, AL 36561

Kilwins

Kiwins is located The Wharf in Orange Beach. They offer Kilwins Original Recipe Ice Cream. Kilwins ice cream is Kosher certified.

Menu highlights - Fun Ice cream flavors include blue moon, blueberry waffle cone, butter pecan, cappuccino chocolate chip, toasted coconut, dulce de leche, Georgia peach, New Orleans Praline Pecan, Pumpkin Pie, Rum Raisin, Sea-salt Caramel, and sorbetto's.

They also have no sugar added caramel ripple.

Address - Located at The Wharf Orange Beach, 4751 Main St F 113, Orange Beach, AL 36561

Kayden's Candy Factory

Kayden's Ice Cream & Candies offers 32 Hershey's ice cream flavors to choose from along with having bulk candy and specialty chocolates.

They have a fantastic indoor arcade which is one of our favorite things to do in Orange Beach when it rains.

Menu highlights - Ice cream by the scoop, floats and milkshakes, specialty sundaes, and banana splits.

Address - 25241 Perdido Beach Blvd, Unit 107, Orange Beach, AL 36561

Sweet Cone Alabama

There are a ton of epic ice cream flavors to choose from. We have a hard time deciding what to get every time we visit.

Menu highlights - Ice cream by the scoop, sundaes, and soda floats.

Address - 26651 Perdido Beach Blvd, Suite C, Orange Beach, AL

The Southern Grind

We LOVE the Southern Grind Coffee House. The atmosphere is amazing, they have delicious food, and gelato!

Menu highlights - Gelato, Blended coffee drinks, great food.

Address - The Southern Grind at The Wharf -  4751 Main Street Suite 116, Orange Beach, AL 36561

The Southern Grind at Hotel Indigo - 22843 Perdido Beach Blvd. Orange Beach, Alabama

Pete's Ice Cream and Donuts

Pete's Ice Cream and Donuts in Orange Beach offershomemade ice cream. They have amazing flavors available that change often.

Menu highlights - Pete's Ice Cream menu includes regular, large, waffle cone ice cream, and drinks. They make their ice cream at the store.

Address - 8 Market St, Orange Beach, AL

BuzzCatz Coffee & Sweets

BuzzCatz menu includes ice cream by the scoop or in an ice cream sandwich, along with epic pastries and coffee drinks.

They are known for their house-made BuzzCatz pop tarts.

Menu highlights - BuzzCatz offers ice cream by the scoop, cone, or in a build your own ice cream sandwich.

Address - 25689 Canal Road Ste. A, Orange Beach, AL

The restaurant is located on Canal Road in Cosmo's Courtyard.

The Sugar Shack & Cafe

The Sugar Shack at the Wharf features hand dipped and soft serve ice cream, along with gourmet chocolates and candy.

Menu highlights - Cammie's Old Dutch Ice Cream, Soft Serve Ice Cream, ICEE drinks, and more.

Address - Located at The Wharf, 4751 Main St #120, Orange Beach, AL 36561

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Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tours

These are some of our favorite tours available in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama.

Dolphin Tours - Book a dolphin cruise here

Check out our experiences on Hammock Time Tiki Tours, Explorer Dolphin Cruise, Southern Rose Dolphin cruise, Cruise OB (Orange Beach), Sail Wild Hearts, Sunset Sail and Dolphin Tour, and the Sunny Lady Dolphin Cruise.

Slingshot Rentals - Use code GULFJOURNEY To save 10% off a Slingshot Rental with Gulf Coast Rental Co in Orange Beach

Pontoon Boat Rentals - Enjoy cruising the waters of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach on a Pontoon. Check out the pontoon boats with slides for extra fun. Book your Boat Rental Here

Parasailing - Check out the epic views as you parasail in the Gulf of Mexico. Look for wildlife and you float high above the water. Book your Parasailing Trip Here

Jet Ski Rentals - Jet Ski Tours and rentals are a great way to explore the back bays of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Book your Jet Ski Rental Here

Click here to see all of the top rated tours and activities available in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.

Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Lodging

If you are visiting and need to book accommodations, here are our recommendations. We have personally stayed at each of these lodging options (except Margaritaville, coming 2027!):

Use code GULFJOURNEY at checkout with Spectrum Resorts and Beachball Properties for an exclusive discount!

🏖️ Beachball Properties - Vacation houses and condos throughout Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Use Code GULFJOURNEY for a discount. Book with Beachball Properties

🏖️ The Beach Club Resort and Spa (Fort Morgan) - Beachfront condos with amazing amenities, a spa, and the incredible Coast Restaurant on-site. Use Code GULFJOURNEY for a discount with Spectrum Resorts. Book The Beach Club

🏖️ Turquoise Place (Orange Beach) - Our favorite resort in the area! Luxury amenities, epic Gulf-front views, and stunning condos. Truly unforgettable. Use Code GULFJOURNEY for a discount with Spectrum Resorts. Book Turquoise Place

🏨 The Tides Hotel (Orange Beach) - Gorgeous beachfront hotel with a great breakfast buffet, outdoor pool, and top-notch customer service. Book The Tides

🏨 Island House Hotel (Orange Beach) - Right on the beach with epic views from every room. Book Island House

⛺ Timberline Glamping (Orange Beach) - Stay in an amazing glamping tent with a private bathroom, right next to Gulf State Park. Book Timberline

🏨 The Lodge at Gulf State Park - Beachfront Hilton hotel in Gulf State Park offering epic views, sustainable practices, and great on-site restaurants. Book The Lodge

🏨 Springhill Suites Orange Beach - Located next to The Wharf with a gorgeous pool. Perfect location for shopping and dining. Book Springhill Suites

🔜 Margaritaville Resort Orange Beach (Coming 2027) - The highly anticipated Margaritaville resort is coming to Orange Beach! The first phase opens in 2027 and will include beachfront cottages, bungalows, condos, pickleball courts, and an entertainment district.

The map below shows the current hotels and vacation rentals available in the area. You can select the dates you are visiting to see current availability.

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