Even if the Miami heat has passed, it’s still a good excuse to indulge with ice cream. And our restaurants are right there for us with WOW sundaes, milkshakes, and new flavors. There’s also new LA hot spot Go Greek Yogurt that opened in Miami World Center and in Coconut Grove. Check out my picks of the wows, for the best ice cream in Miami. Note that menus change so if you’re going for the ice cream, check that it’s still on the menu before you go.
Go Greek Yogurt import from Los Angeles is already hot though they just opened, according to my son who is a mega food influencer. They offer three flavors — plain tart, Greek honey, chocolate and three rotating seasonal flavors. Plus find 19 toppings and another 12 premium toppings, smoothies, and yogurt bowls. The existing locations are at 851 NE First Ave, Suite 118 and a second at 3000 Florida Ave., Suite 114 in Coconut Grove.
Maple & Ash – Sundae Tower
Nostalgic about ice cream Sundays of yore? Maple & Ash will bring back memories with its Sundae Tower. Top off your ice cream with peanut butter sauce, chocolate sauce, whipped cream, chocolate crack, peanut butter cups, candied hazelnuts, toasted coconut, chocolate-covered pretzels, gummy bears, sprinkles, Luxardo cherries, and seasonal fruit.
699 NE 1st Ave 2nd floor, Miami, FL 33132
MIMI Chinese – Lo Mai Chi (Soft Serve)
MIMI Chinese does its ice cream Asian style. A highlight of the dining experience is the house-made Lo Mai Chi, a traditional Chinese mochi dessert reinvented as a creamy coconut soft serve topped with crunchy roasted peanuts, and delicate shavings of fresh coconut.
1575 Alton Rd., Unit 2
(305) 701-3137
www.mimichinese.com
RosaNegra Miami – Chocolate Sphere
At RosaNegra Miami, the Latin American dining destination in Brickell, dessert is more than just sweet; it is an experience. The signature Chocolate Sphere is a showstopper designed to be shared. This decadent Valrhona chocolate sphere melts before your eyes as hot caramel syrup is poured tableside, revealing layers of dulce de leche and vanilla ice cream, fresh berries, whipped cream, and crunchy nuts inside. A dramatic and delicious dessert experience perfect for summer indulgence.
1346 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33130
(786) 668-2114
https://www.rosanegrarestaurant.us
Catch Miami Beach – Strawberry Shortcake Kakigori
Nestled in the heart of the South of Fifth neighborhood, CATCH blends upscale seafood, steak, and sushi with rooftop views. Cool off with their Strawberry Shortcake Kakigori, a light and airy Japanese-style shaved ice dessert layered with crushed strawberry compote, lemon cookie crumble, mascarpone mousse, and a drizzle of condensed milk.
200 South Pointe Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 985-006
https://www.catchrestaurants.com/location/catch-miami-beach/
Lafayette Steakhouse – Sundae Social Club ($16)
Lafayette combines the bold spirit of a classic American steakhouse with the sophistication of a London speakeasy. This summer, cap off your night with the Sundae Social Club — a playful tableside experience where an ice cream cart rolls up loaded with nostalgic toppings, letting guests customize their own over-the-top sundaes. Designed for sharing, it’s the perfect sweet finish to a menu of bold flavors, premium cuts, and vintage pours.
1111 SW 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33130
(305) 535-0065
In the heart of Miami Beach, with more locations opening across South Florida, Van Leeuwen is the perfect destination for a hot summer day. Known for its rich, unique flavors like BIGFACE Coffee Affogato, Honeycomb, Earl Grey Tea, and Pistachio made with Sicilian pistachios from Mount Etna, this scoop shop delivers over-the-top sundae creations. Standouts like the Fireman Derek’s Key Lime Pie Sundae and Brown Sugar Cookie Dough Brownie milkshakes bring serious Florida flair to the Miami Heat. Popular vegan options, such as Banana Bread Pudding and Strawberry Shortcake, ensure there’s something for everyone.
1600 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
(718) 701-1630
https://vanleeuwenicecream.com/scoop-shops/
I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention Miami icon Azucar Ice Cream in Little Havana. If the colorful ice cream cone sculpture that adorns the front of the building doesn’t grab you then certainly the unique flavors and Cuban Miami sayings emblazoned on t-shirts sure will. That’s Azucar’s allure and it’s been drawing ice cream lovers in since 2011. Sure their Abuela Maria ice cream is their signature flavor, filled with bits of guava and Abuela Maria cookies (it’s even trademarked), but there are dozens of other Miami-inspired flavors plus classics and sorbets. They pride themselves on buying their mamey fruit from the nearby Los Piñarenos fruit stand and other fruits from local farmer’s markets and Redland growers. They actually have a platano Maduro flavor and you bet those sweet plantains are local, as well as the mango and avocado flavors.
Ice cream isn’t your thing but crave other desserts? Click here for my best desserts of 2024.
Want to offer low calorie options at your dinner party? In case you missed it, here’s a link to my post on my picks of low calorie desserts.
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I think the magnificent pavlova at Semilla would top them all!
Love pavlovas so have to try Semilla’s.