When summer heat hits North Carolina, nothing beats a scoop of creamy, dreamy ice cream. After tasting my way through dozens of shops across the state, I’ve uncovered the spots serving pure frozen bliss, and a few that fall short.
Craving a perfect vanilla or a wild, inventive flavor combo? This guide will lead you straight to the sweetest, most unforgettable ice cream experiences in the Tar Heel State.
1. Baskin-Robbins – Raleigh (Six Forks Rd)
Chain mediocrity defines this Baskin-Robbins location. The ice cream sits too long in freezers, developing those unpleasant ice crystals that ruin texture.
Flavor options sound exciting on the menu but taste artificial and forgettable in reality. The staff seems perpetually understaffed and overwhelmed, leading to long waits even when the shop isn’t busy…