For kid-friendly ice cream near Plano, Henry’s Homemade Ice Cream offers hands-on birthday parties and a kids’ ice cream-making class; Handel’s Ice Cream has 40+ daily flavors (plus vegan and sugar-free options for picky eaters or those with allergies); and Hi Sweetie lets kids watch their Thai-style rolled ice cream made fresh.
For frozen yogurt, Pinkberry lets kids build their own bowl. We’ve sorted every shop below by city so you can find a family-friendly restaurant spot close to home.
| Shop | City | Known For | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henry’s Homemade Ice Cream | Plano | 35 years of small-batch, award-winning scoops | Birthday parties and ice cream cakes |
| Handel’s Ice Cream | Plano | 40+ daily flavors, including vegan and sugar-free options | Big groups and picky eaters |
| Hi Sweetie | Plano | Thai-style rolled ice cream | Kids who like to watch their treat being made |
| Kilwins | The Colony | Chocolate, fudge and ice cream since 1947 | A treat-yourself stop at Grandscape |
| Big Dash Ice Cream | Richardson | Viral dessert-trend flavors | Kids chasing what they saw on TikTok |
| Sweet Firefly | Richardson | Creative cones and shaved ice | Casual, child-friendly outings |
| Cocktail Creamery | McKinney | 107 flavors, including vegan and pet-friendly options | Date night with a sitter |
| Milky Treats | Plano | Cereal-blended soft serve | Nostalgic treats for sweet-tooth kids |
| Andy’s Frozen Custard | Frisco | Concretes and shakes | A drive-thru treat run |
| Pinkberry | Plano | Frozen yogurt with fresh toppings | A lighter option |
| Pappalecco | Plano | Fresh-churned gelato and an Italian café menu | Coffee and gelato together |
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the best ice cream shop near Plano for a big group?
Handel’s Ice Cream on Legacy Dr rotates 40+ flavors daily, so it’s easy for a group with different tastes to all find something. They also carry vegan and sugar-free options.
Are there frozen yogurt shops near Plano?
Yes—Pinkberry in Plano and Monster Yogurt and Sweet Frog in Richardson offer frozen yogurt with customizable toppings.
Is there rolled ice cream near Plano?
Hi Sweetie in Plano and ZeroDegrees in McKinney both serve Thai-style rolled ice cream, made and rolled to order in front of you.
What ice cream shops are good for kids with dietary restrictions?
Handel’s (Plano) offers vegan and sugar-free options, and Cocktail Creamery (McKinney) carries vegan ice cream as well. Always call ahead to confirm current allergen info.
Is there ice cream near McKinney?
Yes — Cocktail Creamery, Handel’s, Stella’s Ice Cream, Miruku Creamery, and Sugar Ice Cream & Waffles are all currently open in McKinney.
Ice Cream Shops in the Plano area
Henry’s Home Made Ice Cream
Address: 3100 Independence Pkwy, Plano, TX 75075
Henry’s has been making award-winning small-batch ice cream in Plano for 35 years. They host birthday parties, make custom ice cream cakes, and run a “Sunday School” where kids learn to make ice cream themselves.
Good to know: The Sunday School classes are a great low-key birthday party alternative.
Best for: Birthday parties and hands-on kids’ activities.
Handel’s Ice Cream
Address: 4200 Legacy Dr, Plano, TX 75024
Handel’s makes 40+ flavors of homemade ice cream daily, plus vegan and sugar-free options.
Good to know: With that many flavors rotating daily, it’s a solid pick when your group can’t agree on one place
Best for: Big groups and dietary restrictions.
Hi Sweetie
Address: 8604 Preston Rd #121, Plano, TX 75024
Thai-style rolled ice cream, mixed and rolled to order with toppings like Pocky, rainbow cereal, and fresh fruit.
Best for: Kids who love watching their treat get made.
Baskin Robbins
Address: 2001 Coit Rd Suite 321, Plano, TX 75075 and 5960 W. Parker Road, Plano TX 75093
The classic 31-flavor chain, with two Plano locations.
Best for: A reliable, familiar option when you want zero surprises.
Braums
Address: 2005 W Parker Rd, Plano, TX 75023
A DFW staple for hand-dipped ice cream, shakes, and a full menu if the kids need dinner first.
Best for: A quick, no-fuss family stop.
La Super Ice Cream
Address: 1201 E Parker Rd #101, Plano, TX 75074
A local scoop shop on the east side of Plano.
Pinkberry
Address: 3310 Dallas Pkwy #117, Plano, TX 75093
Tart frozen yogurt with fresh fruit toppings — a lighter option than traditional ice cream.
Best for: A treat that doesn’t feel too heavy before dinner.
TC Shaved Ice
Address: 1126 E Parker Rd, Plano, TX 75074
Shaved ice with a full flavor menu — a good lighter, dairy-free alternative.
Ked’s Artisan Ice Cream & Treats
Address: 6205 Coit Rd # 344, Plano, TX 75024
Small-batch artisan ice cream.
El Super Elote
Address: 1120 E Parker Rd #210, Plano, TX 75074
Known for elote and Mexican-style frozen treats.
Milky Treats
Address: 7000 Independence Pkwy #104d, Plano, TX 75025
Known for cereal-blended soft serve — think Fruity Pebbles or Cocoa Puffs swirled right in — served in a waffle cone or between fresh donuts.
Best for: Kids who think dessert should look as fun as it tastes.
Sugar Pine Creamery
Address: 6832 Coit Rd Suite 270B, Plano, TX 75023
Neighborhood creamery.
Gelato Shops Near Plano
Pappalecco
Address: 1009 14th St, Suite 600, Plano, TX 75074
The newest gelato spot in the area — this Italian café opened its first Texas location in Historic Downtown Plano in January 2026. Gelato is churned fresh on-site, alongside espresso drinks, paninis, and gelato-stuffed croissants.
Good to know: Try the affogato — a shot of hot espresso poured over gelato.
Best for: Pairing gelato with coffee and a bite to eat, not just a scoop and go.
Botolino Gelato Artigianale
Address: 2201 Preston Rd, Suite O, Plano, TX 75093
Handcrafted daily by a Milan-trained gelatiere, with a rotating menu of about 16 flavors using ingredients like Valrhona chocolate and Madagascar vanilla.
Best for: Families who want an authentic, traditional Italian gelato experience.
Gelato Cone
Address: 1005 E 15th St Ste 101, Plano, TX 75074
Hand-crafted in the Mediterranean tradition since 1956, with fresh, all-natural gelato made daily and no preservatives.
Best for: A historic, tried-and-true option in Downtown Plano.
Bazaria Sweets
Address: 700 W Spring Creek Pkwy, Ste 102, Plano, TX 75023
Gelato alongside Middle Eastern sweets like baklava and kunafa, plus frozen yogurt.
Best for: Families who want to try something beyond a classic scoop.
OMGelato
Address: 3829 W Spring Creek Pkwy Suite#103, Plano, TX 75023
A newer gelato spot on the west side of Plano.
Amorino Gelato
Address: 7700 Windrose Ave G157, Plano, TX 75024 Italian gelato, served in the brand’s signature rose-petal swirl.
Best for: A fun presentation kids will want to photograph
Kilwins
Address: Grandscape, The Colony
Kilwins has been a fixture since 1947, best known for chocolates and fudge — but the ice cream is worth the trip too.
Best for: Pairing a scoop with a Grandscape outing.
Ice Cream Shops in Carrollton
Kwality Ice Cream
2548 Dickerson Pkwy #124, Carrollton, TX 75006
Beth Marie’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream
Address: 1020 W Main St, Carrollton, TX 75006
Old-fashioned, hand-scooped ice cream in historic downtown Carrollton.
Best for: Pairing with a walk around Old Downtown Carrollton.
Cocohodo Dessert Café
Address: 2625 Old Denton Rd suite 340, Carrollton, TX 75007
Korean-style dessert café with ice cream and shaved ice.
Ice Cream Shops in Richardson
Big Dash Ice Cream
Address: 888 S. Greenville Ave., Suite 140, Richardson, TX 75081
Hours: Open daily, typically noon until late; weekends stay open later. Known for viral, over-the-top dessert trends.
Good to know: Plenty of seating, but expect the kids to immediately call dibs on the flashiest treat in the case.
Best for: Dessert lovers, kids, & viral food trend chasers
Mom tip: Plenty of seating available, but expect sweet treats that kids will immediately call dibs on!
Sweet Firefly
Address: 2701 Custer Pkwy #810, Richardson, TX 75080
Creative cones, confections & shaved ice are served at this casual, child-friendly spot. They also carry bulk candy and gourmet toffee.
Best for: A relaxed, kid-friendly stop.
Tongue in Cheek Ice Cream
Address: 526 W Arapaho Rd, Richardson, TX 75080
Sweet Frog Richardson
Address: 101 S Coit Rd, Richardson, TX 75080
Self-serve frozen yogurt chain with a large topping bar.
Monster Yogurt
Address: 1360 W Campbell Rd #101, Richardson, TX 75080
Self-serve frozen yogurt.
Ice Cream Shops in Frisco
Marble Slab Creamery
Address: 3401 Preston Rd #8, Frisco, TX 75034
Build-your-own ice cream, mixed on a frozen marble slab with any toppings you want folded in.
Best for: Kids who like customizing everything.
Andy’s Frozen Custard
Address: 9310 Lebanon Rd, Frisco, TX 75035
Fresh frozen custard made throughout the day, plus concretes mixed with your choice of toppings.
Best for: A drive-thru treat run without having to unload the car.
Bigdash Ice Cream Pastries – Middle Eastern Desserts
Address: 2693 Preston Rd Suite 1090, Frisco, TX 75034
Middle Eastern ice cream and pastries — a different flavor lineup than the typical scoop shop.
Purple Kiwi
Address: 3401 Preston Rd, Suite 5, Frisco, TX 75034
Funky Monkey Shaved Ice
Address: 10601 Ohio Dr Suite 200, Frisco, TX 75035
They have really fun, creative shaved ice with a variety of toppings, such as ice cream, whipped cream, and sprinkles.
Ice Cream Shops in Allen and McKinney
Cold Stone Creamery
Address: 190 E Stacy Rd Ste 1424, Allen, TX 75002
Ice cream mixed to order on a frozen stone with your choice of toppings.
Best for: Custom flavor combos.
Cocktail Creamery
A local favorite with 107 rotating flavors, including vegan options and even pet-friendly dessert. They also run a full bar, so it works for a grown-ups’ night out too. Best for: Date night or a girls’ night with dessert instead of dinner.
Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream
McKinney’s location of the same Handel’s chain in the Plano list — 80+ years of small-batch ice cream.
Stella’s Ice Cream
A locally loved McKinney scoop shop, frequently named a top pick by locals.
Miruku Creamery
McKinney creamery known for its made-from-scratch flavors.
Sugar Ice Cream & Waffles
Family-owned, made-from-scratch ice cream served with fresh waffles.
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