Cool Treats: A Guide to Brunswick County’s Top Ice Cream Spots

By BC News Staff Writer

Brunswick County, NC — As summer temperatures rise across the coast, we’ve rounded up the county’s best independent shops to help you stay refreshed. Whether you’re winding down after a day on the sand or just craving a classic cone, these local favorites are serving up the best scoops in Brunswick County.

The Cream of the Crop

• Calabash Creamery

  • Address: 9910 Beach Drive SW, Calabash

  • Hours: Summer hours: 12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. daily

  • Renowned for small batch, house made flavors and fresh waffle cones. Enjoy your treat on their signature rocking-chair porch.

• Beaches N Cream

  • Address: 3316 Holden Beach Road SW, Supply

  • Hours: Monday through Sunday: 1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

  •  A long-standing local favorite serving traditional sundaes, shakes, and an extensive lineup of homemade flavors.

• MooTown

  • Address: 101 Shoreline Drive West #2, Sunset Beach

  • A versatile, family-friendly spot near the Intracoastal Waterway, perfect for custom milkshakes and a wide variety of crowd-pleasing flavors.

• Chuck’s Homemade

  • Address: 5021 Southport Crossing Way #302, Southport

  • The Scoop: Delivering a premium, artisanal experience with small-batch, house-churned creations in the heart of Southport.

• Ocean Isle Creamery

  • Address: 8 Causeway Drive, Ocean Isle Beach

  • Hours: Open daily from 11:00 a.m.

  • A quintessential coastal stop featuring classic house made scoops and an inviting wrap-around porch.

• Spilt Milk

  • Address: 120 Causeway Drive, Ocean Isle Beach

  • Hours: Sunday through Thursday: 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.; Friday & Saturday: 7:00 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.

  • The go-to destination for creative pairings, offering 16 varieties of ice cream, gelato, and sorbet served alongside fresh-made custom donuts.

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