The 6 Best Ice Cream Shops In The Roaring Fork Valley

In the need for a brain freeze this summer? Here’s the inside scoop on Aspen’s best ice cream shops.

Paradise Bakery

Locally owned and operated, Paradise Bakery first claimed fame in town for their cookies and muffins made from scratch. Now, their homemade gelato and sorbet, popularly served in both summer and winter seasons, brings in plenty of business. The shop serves gelato in classic flavors, such as vanilla, chocolate and strawberry, and their refreshing sorbets, which come in flavors like mango or lemon, are guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth. Don’t say goodbye too soon! After a year of speculation that the 1981 bakery location had to move this upcoming October, co-owner Mark Patterson let The Aspen Times know that they’ve reached an agreement to stay at their beloved gathering spot on the corner of Galena Street and Cooper Avenue. 320 S. Galena St.

Sundae

After participating in all of the action Snowmass has to offer, you can chill out with small batch, natural-ingredient ice cream flavors at Sundae. Ice cream cakes and sandwiches, waffle cones, shakes and sundaes are all made on-site from scratch, giving the shop the ability to get funky with creations. Sundae constantly rotates limited-edition flavors, such as muddy road and caramelized banana, through their display cases. Visit other Sundae locations in Vail, Edwards, Basalt and Glenwood Springs. Multiple locations, 970.315.3488

Red Fox Frozen Yogurt

Located in the heart of downtown Aspen, this adorable shop is dishing out the city’s finest froyo, toppings and more. With classic flavors, like Tahitian vanilla and triple chocolate, Red Fox is all for mixing and matching flavors and toppings to craft a unique frozen treat for every customer. Not to mention, this frozen yogurt oasis offers scrumptious sorbets, ravishing root beer floats and incredible ice cream sandwiches that are sure to leave a “sweet treat smile” on your face. 401 E. Hyman Ave.

CP Burger

From classic to crafty, this family-friendly joint is home to some of Aspen’s finest milkshakes. Whether you’re in the mood for a traditional black & white shake or desperately needing a pick-me-up with a coffee toffee, these frozen treats are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. And for our 21+ ice cream lovers, the spiked shakes could be the highlight of your date nights or evening outings with friends this summer. 433 E. Durant Ave., 970-925-3056

Chocolate Mousse Ice Cream Parlor

Not only does Chocolate Mousse Ice Cream Parlor have ice cream to die for, they also are home to a variety of delicious chocolates and pastries to cure everyone’s sweet tooth. Located in downtown Glenwood, this ice cream parlor is the ideal place to grab a scoop and explore the town or sit and enjoy the unique Western ambiance of the parlor. 710 Grand Ave. Glenwood Springs

Pinwill's Frozen Yogurt

Locally owned and operated, Pinwill's is Glenwood's first self-serve frozen yogurt location. With toppings galore and 21 flavor options ranging from strawberries and cream to grasshopper pie, Pinwill's has something for everyone. Not only do they have frozen yogurt but they also carry dairy-free options along with sorbets. 809 Grand Avenue, Glenwood Springs, pinwillsfrozenyogurt.com