The Best Ice Cream Shops in Ocean & Monmouth Counties

Is there anything better than ice cream on a hot summer day in New Jersey?

If you're from the Jersey, you already know the answer...absolutely not!

There's just something about grabbing your favorite cone after a day at the beach, while strolling the boardwalk, or sitting on a bench watching the world go by. Summer and ice cream simply belong together.

One of my favorite things is people-watching on the boardwalk with a cone in hand. It doesn't matter if you're with family, friends, or just enjoying a quiet evening, ice cream somehow makes everything a little sweeter.

And let's be honest, everyone has their ice cream order.

Some people swear by soft serve. Others won't settle for anything but homemade hard ice cream. Some pile on the toppings, while others keep it simple.

I already know exactly what I'm ordering.

Give me a chocolate ice cream cone, dipped in chocolate jimmies (sprinkles), on a sugar cone...please!

Ocean and Monmouth County Has Plenty of Sweet Choices

One of the best things about living here is that there never seems to be a shortage of amazing ice cream shops.

Whether you're heading home from the beach, finishing dinner with the family, or taking a summer drive after sunset, there's always a place nearby serving up your favorite frozen treat.

Of course, everyone has their personal favorite, so I asked you to tell me where you go when an ice cream craving hits.

The Jersey Shore Ice Cream Playoffs

We've had the best pizza and best burgers at the Jersey Shore, now it's time for our favorite thing - ICE CREAM!

From longtime neighborhood favorites to hidden gems that locals have loved for years, your recommendations poured in. Some of these places have become family traditions, while others are the perfect stop after a day on the sand.

No matter what flavor you crave, these shops have earned a loyal following at the Jersey Shore.