If you're looking for the perfect spot to cool down with the kids after a long day at the park (or, let's be honest, a long day of everything), Boca has some seriously great ice cream spots. We've rounded up five of our favorites — places where the ice cream is worth the drive, the vibe is family-friendly, and the kids will actually want to sit still for five minutes.
Let's dig in.
1. Jeremiah's Italian Ice — The One That Went Viral
Various Locations in Boca Raton
If your kids have been on TikTok (or if you have), you've probably seen Jeremiah's. Their Cookie Butter Italian Ice basically broke the internet, and honestly? It lives up to the hype. Creamy, rich, and dangerously good.
What parents love: everything is handmade daily, they offer free samples (so your picky eater can try before committing), and the Scoop Froggy Frog — layers of soft serve and Italian ice — is basically a dessert and an experience rolled into one. The staff is always upbeat, and there's usually a line, which tells you everything you need to know.
4.5 stars on Google | 4.4 on Yelp
Must-try: Cookie Butter Italian Ice, Scoop Froggy Frog
2. Sloan's Ice Cream — The One Kids Never Want to Leave
Mizner Park, 435 Plaza Real, Boca Raton
Walking into Sloan's is like stepping into Willy Wonka's fever dream — in the best way. There's a candy wall, stuffed animals, neon colors everywhere, and ice cream that's just as fun as the decor. Kids absolutely lose it in here (the good kind of losing it).
The Birthday Cake flavor is the crowd favorite, and the portions are generous. Fair warning: it can get crowded on weekends at Mizner Park, so if you're going with littles, try a weekday afternoon when you can actually snag a table. Some reviewers mention wait times on busy nights, but most agree the experience is worth it.
4.3 stars on Google
Must-try: Birthday Cake ice cream, any of the sundaes
9858 Clint Moore Rd, Boca Raton
This is the spot locals don't want you to know about. Sitting at a 4.8 stars on Google (the highest on this list), Creamy Flavors is the real deal. They've got over 40 flavors, a self-serve toppings bar that kids go wild for, and boba tea if you want something different.
Reviewers rave about the staff — especially a team member named Megan who apparently makes everyone feel like a regular. It's also kosher-certified, which is a big plus for many families in the area. The vibe is chill, the portions are solid, and the toppings situation is next level. If you haven't been here yet, put it on your list this weekend.
4.8 stars on Google (highest rated on this list!)
Must-try: Any flavor with the self-serve toppings bar, boba tea
4. Brendy's Ice Cream — The Classic That Never Misses
Multiple Locations in Boca Raton
Brendy's is the kind of place that just feels like ice cream is supposed to feel — no gimmicks, no lines out the door, just really solid flavors in a relaxed, family-friendly setting. Multiple locations around Boca make it easy to pop in after dinner or a trip to the park.
The Pistachio Almond is a parent favorite (trust us on this one), and if your kids are adventurous, ask about the Superman ice cream — it's the swirl of bright blue, red, and yellow that makes for a great photo op. Reviews consistently praise the friendly staff and laid-back atmosphere. Not the flashiest spot on this list, but sometimes simple and consistent is exactly what you want.
3.9 stars on TripAdvisor
Must-try: Pistachio Almond, Superman Ice Cream
5. Lily's Handmade Ice Cream — The Artisan Newcomer
4900 Linton Blvd #4, Delray Beach (BocaRay Plaza)
Technically just over the Boca border in Delray, but we're including Lily's because it's that good and absolutely worth the short drive. With a 4.8-star rating on Google and nearly 1,000 reviews, this handmade gelato and ice cream spot has earned a serious following.
The retro decor features art painted by Lily, the owner's daughter, which gives it this charming, personal touch you won't find at a chain. They stock creative, unusual flavors and the staff encourages you to sample before you commit. Reviewers call out the "So Flo Swamp" as a must-try, and multiple parents say their kids were obsessed after the first visit.
Free tastings, owner-operated, and genuinely handmade — this is the kind of spot you'll keep coming back to.
4.8 stars on Google
Must-try: So Flo Swamp, Blockbuster, any seasonal flavor
That's the scoop (pun intended). Whether you're craving something viral, something whimsical, or something your toddler won't throw on the floor, these five spots have you covered. Got a favorite Boca ice cream spot we missed? Hit reply and let us know — we're always looking for the next great scoop.