Interested in trying some new spots for frozen treats in Dallas? You're in luck: we've found the freshest businesses to fill the bill. Here are the newest places to check out the next time you're in the mood for a cool treat on a hot summer day.
The Gelato Cone
18208 Preston Road, Suite D6, North Dallas
The Gelato Cone is a spot to score gelato, smoothies, dessert waffles and more. The family-owned parlor started in Europe in 1956 before migrating to the Dallas area.
If you're there for the frozen treats, gelato flavors include dark chocolate, pumpkin, kiwi, watermelon, green apple, pomegranate, pineapple, lemon, strawberry, mango and more.
Yelpers are excited about The Gelato Cone, which currently holds 4.5 stars out of 16 reviews on the site.
Lisa L., who reviewed The Gelato Cone on July 19, wrote, "The gelato itself was so smooth and rich in flavor. Everything tasted really natural, and the owner boasted about how they use quality ingredients. It's so refreshing seeing someone proud of their product. There's plenty of seating inside, and they even have a small table with chairs for toddlers."
Spencer J. noted, "I had expectations that it would be better than average, but this blew me away, like I was being served dessert at a five-star restaurant. So soft, cold and delicious, the perfect summertime treat."
The Gelato Cone is open from noon–10:30 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday and noon–11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
La Michoacana Estilo Chicago
3068 Forest Lane, Suite 113, North Dallas
La Michoacana Estilo Chicago serves up fresh ice cream, ice pops and other authentic Mexican desserts.
The Mexican treat spot features a selection of paletas (ice pops) and ice creams, which are all made on-site. It specializes in mangonadas (a drink made with frozen mango, chamoy sauce, lime juice and chili powder) and also offers funnel cakes topped with ice cream. You can score some nachos as well, including one that uses Hot Cheetos instead of tortilla chips.
La Michoacana Estilo Chicago has a 4.5-star rating out of two reviews on Yelp.
Yelper Outta T., who reviewed the shop on July 21, wrote, "Lots of flavors to choose from. I had a mango con chile popsicle. One of the most delicious I've ever had. A lot of natural fruit in it. My daughter had an Oreo popsicle."
Rachel T. noted, "Popsicles, ice cream and so much more! Anything you get from here will be amazing, including the cheese ice cream! My go-to is the watermelon popsicle or Oreo ice cream."
La Michoacana Estilo Chicago is open from 10 a.m.–7:30 p.m. on Monday-Thursday and 10 a.m.–11 p.m. on Friday-Sunday.
Creamistry
1929 Greenville Ave., Lower Greenville
Creamistry specializes in custom ice cream treats, which you can get in cups, cones or even between cookies.
The shop sets itself apart with its build-your-own ice cream concept and by making its ice cream on the spot by employing liquid nitrogen.
Customizing your own ice cream creation is a straightforward process: simply select your size/base and flavor, then finish it with toppings. After that, you can watch your dessert come to life via the liquid nitrogen.
Yelpers are generally positive about Creamistry, which currently holds four stars out of 27 reviews on the site.
Katie T., who reviewed it on June 2, wrote, "This ice cream is the creamiest I've ever had. The premium base has an amazingly creamy texture, which I noticed with my first bite. Also, the flavor is richer then with many other ice creams I've had."
Elena D. noted, "One of my favorite ice cream places! The flavor creations are endless and the process is so cool to watch. I always get their Thai tea ice cream with premium base and it's the best!"
Creamistry is open from noon–11 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday, and noon–midnight on Friday and Saturday.
