Seattle may be known for clouds, but Frankie & Jo’s is pure sunshine. This PNW trailblazer makes every scoop, cone, and crumble topping from scratch—with no dairy, no gluten, and no compromise on flavor. If you’re curious what “California Cabin” tastes like, think smoky vanilla pine meets cozy sweater weather. Pro tip: the Salty Caramel Ash is hauntingly good.

FoMu (short for “faux moo”) has been making dairy-free cool since before it was cool. With a silky coconut milk base and rotating flavors that toe the line between nostalgic and inventive, it’s a Boston icon with a serious cult following. Grab a scoop of Black Raspberry Chunk or one of the elevated, limited-batch flavors, like Earl Grey Shortbread.

What started as a humble scoop shop is now a full-blown Austin essential. Gati (pronounced “gah-tee”) leans heavily into Southeast Asian flavors, seasonal ingredients, and the kind of smooth, luscious texture that makes you double-check it’s really vegan. Spoiler: it is. Grab a cup of the fresh and fruity peach or black sticky rice horchata.

Kate’s is the type of place where Cracker Jack ice cream exists and you don’t question it—you just eat it and feel joy. With bold, craveable combos like Strawberry-Chocolate Potato Chip, this scoop shop proves vegan treats can be just as indulgent (and way more interesting) than the dairy kind.

Sweet Izzy is a sweet-tooth sanctuary for literally everyone. Whether you’re dodging soy, gluten, or dairy, their oat- and coconut-based creations have you covered. From silky Salted Caramel swirls to the chocolate-packed Coffee “Oreo”, the only hard part is picking just one.

Soft-serve lovers, this one’s for you. Runaway Cow brings retro charm and creamy oat milk swirls to the heart of Chicago. The base menu is simple—chocolate and vanilla—but it’s all about the toppings and sundaes. The Elvis sundae? Pure banana-peanut butter bliss.

Think of Angie’s as a high-fashion dessert boutique on wheels. From sleek design to artistic presentation, this isn’t your average scoop stand. Cashew milk gives their gelato an ultra-creamy texture, and flavors like Key Lime Pie and Mango Lassi are straight-up vacation in a cup.

This is not your typical ice cream shop. Ice Queen blends Latinx tradition with queer pride and fearless flavor profiles. Come for the Watermelon Tajín paletas, stay for the Oatchata soft-serve, and don’t skip the murals or merch.

What started as a colorful shack in the Maui jungle is now a beloved bi-coastal brand. Coconut Glen’s is a one-ingredient marvel—rich, creamy, coconut-milk-based scoops in tropical, inventive flavors. Yes, the Avocado Macadamia Nut is exactly as decadent as it sounds.