1. Tuttimelon Artisan Ice Cream
3350 Footbridge Ln #114
2. Icemazing Ice Cream Artisan Ice Cream
1926 Skibo Rd Ste 104
3. Mad Hatters Ice Cream Shop Artisan Ice Cream
1405 Hope Mills Rd
4. Mellow Mango Artisan Ice Cream
2800 Raeford Rd
5. Mi vida dulce heladería y paleteria Artisan Ice Cream
5806 Yadkin Rd
8. The Coffee Scene at Prince Charles Artisan Ice Cream
450 Hay Street
9. Dairy Queen (Treat) Soft Serve
8285 Cliffdale Rd
10. Baskin-Robbins Artisan Ice Cream
9566 Cliffdale Rd
11. Dairy Queen (Treat) Soft Serve
430 Westwood Shopping Center
12. Menchie's Frozen Yogurt Frozen Yogurt
1946 Skibo Rd, Ste A
13. Cold Stone Creamery Artisan Ice Cream
5075 Morganton Rd
14. Baskin-Robbins Artisan Ice Cream
1850 Skibo Rd
15. Dairy Queen Grill & Chill Soft Serve
3035 Legion Rd, Suite 110
16. Baskin-Robbins Artisan Ice Cream
3411 Ramsey St Club Plaza Shopping Center
17. Sunset Slush of Gray's Creek Artisan Ice Cream
3608 Blossom Rd
18. Cold Stone Creamery Artisan Ice Cream
5075 Morganton Road
19. TCBY Frozen Yogurt
112 Westwood Shopping Ctr
Ice cream shops in Fayetteville, NC: a local guide
We currently track 19 ice cream shops and parlors serving Fayetteville, NC in Cumberland County.
What ice cream costs in Fayetteville
A single scoop in Fayetteville usually runs about $4-$7, with specialty sundaes, shakes, and pints higher. Small-batch and locally made ice cream costs a little more than soft-serve chains.
What to look for in an ice cream shop in Fayetteville
- Check hours and seasonality — many Fayetteville scoop shops keep shorter winter hours.
- For groups or events, ask about pints, cakes, and catering.
- Look for house-made or small-batch ice cream — Fayetteville shops that churn their own usually taste fresher.
- Check for dairy-free, vegan, or no-sugar-added options if you need them.
- Ask what's seasonal or local — the best shops rotate flavors and use local dairy or fruit.
Questions to ask before you go
- Do you sell pints, cakes, or cater events?
- What are your hours this time of year?
- Do you have gluten-free cones or toppings?
- Do you make your ice cream in-house?
- What dairy-free or vegan options do you have?
Many Fayetteville listings also serve hand-dipped ice cream, soft serve, gelato, sorbet, and dairy-free options.
Frequently asked questions
How much does ice cream cost in Fayetteville?
A single scoop in Fayetteville usually runs about $4 to $7, with sundaes, shakes, and pints higher. Small-batch and locally made ice cream costs a bit more than soft-serve chains.
Where can I find dairy-free or vegan ice cream in Fayetteville?
Many Fayetteville shops now carry dairy-free, vegan, or sorbet options. Check the listings above and ask, since offerings change with the season.
What is the difference between gelato and ice cream?
Gelato has less fat and less air than ice cream, so it is denser with more intense flavor. Several Fayetteville shops serve both.
Are Fayetteville ice cream shops open year-round?
Some keep shorter winter hours or close seasonally. Check the hours for the shop you have in mind before you go.
Ice cream in Fayetteville: the local scoop
Where's the best ice cream in Fayetteville?
The shops above are the independent, small-batch spots in and around Fayetteville — no chains. The order reflects community ratings, so the more people rate, the better it gets. Tried one? Give it a rating.
Gelato, custard, or classic scoop?
Use the category chips to filter Fayetteville shops by gelato, frozen custard, soft serve, sorbet and dairy-free, and rolled ice cream — whatever you're craving.
Know a spot we're missing?
This directory is built from open data and grows with the community. If a great Fayetteville scoop shop isn't listed, add it here.
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