If you went to Georgia State University or just enjoyed hanging out in the Downtown area over the past few years, then you were probably one of the first to enjoy Sweet Stack Creamery’s incredible flavors and their trademark sweet stacks. The heavenly creations that share their namesake combine ice cream and heat-pressed donuts or cookies to make a truly one-of-a-kind ice cream sandwich. Trust us, you don’t want to let summer pass you by without trying one.

If you’re looking for another way to get your ice cream fix that is equally refreshing and aesthetically pleasing, then IScream Ice Cream Rolls should be your go-to. Founded in 2018 and located on the street level of Underground Atlanta, IScream specializes in fully customized, single serving, made-to-order ice cream that’s beautifully presented in rolls.

To go even deeper down the ice cream rabbit hole, you have to try nitrogen ice cream, and Amir’s Nitrogen Ice Parlor is the perfect place to test the waters. If you’re really interested in understanding the science behind it all, the website for Amir’s Parlor does an excellent job of explaining, but really all you need to know is that the shop uses liquid nitrogen to make hand-crafted, fresh to order ice cream—and it’s good as hell.

Jake’s Ice Cream is a classic shop with an unbelievable variety of flavors, making it one of Atlanta’s go-tos for frozen treats that you can’t find in a typical grocery store. The shop boasts five variations of vanilla and nearly a dozen different chocolate flavors, and it also gives you plenty of options on how you can enjoy your ice cream.

Honey fig, fresh mint, brown butter, Meyer lemon—are you drooling yet? Honeysuckle has some of the creamiest flavors in the city. Stop by the original shop at Ponce City Market to pick up a scoop and make it a sandwich. Choose between brownie, pie crust, or donuts for the ultimate delectable treat. Don’t want a scoop? Pick up a milkshake instead.

Morelli’s ice cream is as thick as it is creamy. And its signature salted caramel is totally worth a visit to the East Atlanta location. The spot is also known for churning out some crazy flavors, too: sweet corn, oatmeal cream pie, krispy kreamier, dark chocolate chili, and rosewater are just a few.

The Virginia Highland location of this local scoop shop, which takes the production of great ice cream seriously.

Small-batch? Check. From scratch? Double check. Both the BeltLine and Decatur locations of Butter & Cream offer about 20 flavors at any given time, made with real cream right behind the counter. Honeycomb Forest, Cashew Creme Brulee, and Blueberry Lemon should top your list of flavors to try first.

The Decatur location of this small-batch scoop shop.

For those looking for a little scoop of Italy, Paolo’s has some gelato just for you. The flavor you should absolutely demolish is the “Stracciatella,” a scrumptious blend of milk-based gelato and rich chocolate shavings. It’s the right amount of sweet, no matter your palate.

Another ice cream spot serving up delicious gelato is Cremalosa, the Decatur sweets shop led by pastry chef and food writer Meridith Ford. In addition to a bevy of gelato flavors, visitors can also try Cremalosa’s cake pops, sorbetto, and boozy milkshakes like The Elvis—a peanut butter and banana pudding gelato concoction with a healthy dose of bourbon whiskey.

Ice cream comes in all different shapes and sizes, so if you’re a fan of that old school, soft serve consistency, then this establishment is the place for you. Made from local ingredients, Big Softie uses Georgia dairy, as well as organic cane sugar in their products. The toppings and cones are all made in-house, which only adds to the down-home flavor here. Ice cream options include classic vanilla, and chocolate, or you can go vegan with their oat vanilla, matcha, and strawberry sorbet.