Ice Cream & Dessert Spots in Williamsburg

A: You’ll find several great spots for dessert around the Historic Area. At Kilwins, choose from ice cream flavors like caramel and pistachio, then admire rows of handcrafted fudge before filling a box to take with you. Other options include Secret Garden for bubble tea and ice cream as well as Merchants Square’s Wythe Candy & Gourmet Shop for classic candies, gourmet confections, and sweet seasonal creations.

A: Whether dairy-free is a necessity or simply a preference, Ben & Jerry’s at Williamsburg Premium Outlets has one of the widest selections, from the tangy bite of a key lime pie to rich chocolate brownie and sweet strawberry cheesecake. Bruster’s Real Ice Cream also offers nondairy options, including refreshing mango sorbet and tart sour apple freeze.

A:  For those looking for frozen yogurt, Sweet Frog and Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt specialize in just that. Find flavors like cake batter, cappuccino, and pineapple at Sweet Frog, while Menchie’s offers unique combinations like blackberry frozen yogurt topped with animal cookies and candied cherries.

A: Several ice cream shops around Williamsburg are dog-friendly. Ice Cream at the Toano Flower Field (open seasonally) has a fenced outdoor patio with umbrella-covered tables where pets can relax alongside their owners. Over at Bruster’s Real Ice Cream and Shoofly Dairy Bar, dogs can enjoy pup cups with vanilla or peanut butter ice cream, sometimes even topped with a bone treat.

A: Wheelchair accessibility is widely available but can vary by business. Shoofly Dairy Bar has an accessible entrance and parking. Everbowl also has an accessible entrance and parking, along with wheelchair-friendly restrooms. See Williamsburg’s accessibility guide before you travel.