Portland is known for being a quirky and adventurous city. So, why would it disappoint when it comes to ice cream. As the sun finally emerges from months behind clouds, Portlanders emerge from their homes and scoop up flavorful and creative ice cream. From Thai rice ice cream to vegan vanilla and berry swirls, sea salt with caramel ribbons, and turmeric, black pepper, and cardamom, these are not your parents’ ice cream, but they will wish it were.
We have put together a list of these must-try ice cream shops near your Portland apartment.
Salt and Straw
2035 North East Alberta Street, Portland, OR
This eccentric ice cream shop has some inspiring flavors. The staff is always friendly, and the smell of homemade waffle cones adds to the unique experience of this popular ice cream shop.
Check their local website for hours and times, or order online for pickup and delivery.
Fifty Licks
With multiple locations, its rich, creamy ice cream in some unusual, but delicious flavors make this a must-visit location for ice cream this summer. There is often a line out the door, but trust us it is worth the wait. Imagine flavors like Chocolate AF, Horchata, Soy Sauce Caramel, and Choco-Coco-Mel!
There are some great vegan options which feature ginger, turmeric, black pepper, and cardamom.
Check out their website for featured specials, grab and go choices, and hours for the Ruby Jewel Scoops location closest to your Linc 301 apartment in Portland.
Beaux Berry
7316 North Lombard Street, Portland, OR
One visit to Beaux Berry and you will be saying “Oh This is Berry Good”! This scoop cart offers a variety of flavors, but the real standouts are their real fruit ice cream. An imported ice cream machine blends Tillamook vanilla ice create with fresh local berries of your choice! This creates a colorful, silky, and flavorful frozen treat.
If you would like to make your own frozen concoction in your Portland apartment, here is a great non-dairy sorbet recipe that is sure to please!
Summertime in Portland is the ideal time to get out and enjoy a scoop or two of ice cream. We hope that you like the choices we shared with you.