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Best Ice Cream on Anna Maria Island

Have you been planning to spend some time at one of our gorgeous Anna Maria Island beachfront rentals?

When traveling, one thing crosses anyone’s mind: “What’s good to eat around here?” Who doesn’t love to spend a full day down at the beach, soaking in the hot sun, and then going for a nice, refreshing ice cream cone?

While staying at our Holmes Beach rentals, here is a small list of the best Anna Maria ice cream shops. Make memories on Anna Maria Island with your loved ones while enjoying a sweet treat from one of these incredible destinations. 

Small Town Creamery

A patron enjoys ice cream near our anna maria island rentals

Looking to please your sweet tooth? Small Town Creamery, located on Marina Drive in Holmes Beach, has something for everyone. Try one of their award-winning 50 flavors of ice cream! With the largest assortment of toppings and styles, there’s a delectable treat for everyone. All ice cream is crafted from locally sourced ingredients, giving you the best ice cream Anna Maria Island has to offer. Don’t want to have any ice cream? No problem! Small Town Creamery also offers a fine selection of treats like fudge, candy, cookies, and coffee.

Two Scoops AMI

Looking for more than just a local ice cream shop? Located on the north end of Anna Maria Island in Bayview Plaza, Two Scoops AMI is an all-in-one eatery. Receiving TripAdvisor’s “Certificate of Excellence” 8 years in a row, Two Scoops is a must when you travel to Anna Maria Island. Their ice cream parlor has over 32 flavors of ice cream while having a different flavor of the month each month. Two Scoops does offer no-sugar options as well.  Not only are they a delicious spot to get ice cream, but you can also experience some of Anna Maria Island’s best eats. Two Scoops offers casual dining for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Come with the entire family for a freshly cooked meal while enjoying the scenery and the cool island breeze!

A patron enjoys ice cream on the beach near our anna maria island rentals

Anna Maria Creamery and Bakery

Craving some Italian ice cream or some homemade baked goods? This family-owned creamery and bakery offers just that. Each batch is made from natural ingredients locally sourced from local dairy farms, allowing them to produce all their gelato on-site. They offer a wide variety of flavors, including their specialty, AMI caramel. If you’re looking for some donuts in Anna Maria Island, then you’ve come to the right place! They also offer many different cakes and desserts. Enjoy the sweet sensation of their Hunger Games inspired “William Dean Truffles.” Made by some of the best chocolatiers, each truffle has an interesting filling like port, fig, or peanut butter and jelly. With over 36 flavors, the combinations are endless!

A child enjoys ice cream near our anna maria island rentals

Island Scoops

Considered “Florida’s best homemade ice cream,” Island Scoops is one of the best locally made ice cream shops here on Anna Maria Island. All their ice creams and sorbets are finely crafted with all-natural, locally sourced ingredients, and made from scratch right there in the shop! Island Scoops offers curbside pickup and delivery, allowing you to pick up one of their delectable ice creams and head back to your rental. Join their Ice Cream Club to have 4 random pints delivered to your door monthly. It’s a great treat to sample some of Anna Maria Island’s best ice cream all year round!

Plan Your Stay

Ice cream is a wonderful treat after hanging out on the beach all day, just like our Anna Maria Island rentals! Book your dates today!

The Anna Maria Island vacation rentals available from Beach Rentals Mobi offer guests the perfect and most breathtaking views of the Gulf Coast. Whether you’re traveling alone or with your entire family, they have the accommodations for however many travelers are along for the trip. Each rental is within reach to all attractions on Anna Maria Island. Each rental comes packed with a full kitchen with completely new appliances. You get free high-speed Wi-Fi and complete access to laundry facilities! These rentals are your island getaway home-away-from-home! For more information and availability, contact us today.