The 5 Best Homemade Ice Cream Shops in Bergen County, New Jersey

Bergen County has its fair share of ice cream places—in my hometown alone there are four different shops to choose from. However, if you want to stray away from the standard Dairy Queen, Bergen County has a handful of homemade ice cream places to get a sweet treat. After all, the best way to beat the heat this summer is to cool down with delicious homemade ice cream the whole family will enjoy.
   

Conrad’s Confectionery

107 Westwood Ave., Westwood, NJ
201-664-2895

This family-owned ice cream parlor has been serving homemade ice cream and candy since 1928. Stepping into the old-fashioned ice cream parlor, which has character along with delicious treats, is like taking a walk back in time. Between the homemade hot fudge ice cream sundaes and homemade chocolate candy bars, Conrad’s is every child’s (and adult’s) dream.

Van Dyke’s Homemade Ice Cream

145 Ackerman Ave., Ridgewood, NJ
201-444-1429

Van Dyke’s Homemade Ice Cream parlor offers a wide selection of signature flavors that will leave everyone’s mouth watering. Some fan favorites include peanut butter, vanilla fudge, and pistachio. Van Dyke’s also offers with a wide selection of toppings to go along with whichever flavor you choose.

Ernie’s Ice Cream

78 Franklin Turnpike, Mahwah, NJ
201-252-8373

Ernie’s Ice Cream offers its customers a wide variety of unique flavors to try. Some flavors Ernie’s has to offer include strawberry cheesecake, maple French toast, and campfire s’mores. In addition, Ernie’s has specialty soft-serve ice cream in unique flavors such as pumpkin, cotton candy, and root beer. Since there are so many flavors to choose from, the decision will be difficult but worth it.
  

Bischoff’s Confectionery

468 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ
201-836-0333

Bischoff’s Confectionary is the perfect place to visit to feed all of your ice cream cravings. Bichoff’s offers a wide selection of ice cream specialties from the standard scoop to ice cream sodas and milkshakes. Aside from the usual, everyday flavors, Bischoff’s offers many unique flavors as well, such as peach, banana, and coffee chip. One of the best menu items, however, is the unbelievable super sundae, with flavors including marshmallow and more, cookie crush, and pecan.

Angelo’s Desserts & Expresso Café

96 E. Main St., Ramsey, NJ
201-962-7575 

Angelo’s is a family-run dessert café that offers something to satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth. Angelo’s offers a wide range of ever-changing homemade ice cream flavors, gelatos, and ices. All ingredients are freshly imported from Italy ensuring the greatest quality. It also offers homemade pastries and coffee, so it is possible, after all, to get a small taste of Italy right down the street. 

Main image: Conrad's Confectionery was founded in 1928, and is the oldest business in Westwood, New Jeresy.
Courtesy Conrad's Confectionery

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