Ciao Ice Cream Bar

We have kids with peanut and milk allergies, so they usually never get to have cool stuff like this. But not only was there a coconut-based vegan option, the gentleman who waited on us thoroughly cleaned the surface and utensils to avoid any cross-contamination. My kids were ecstatic! All options start with a vanilla (or vegan) liquid base that gets mixed and frozen with 1-2 other ingredients. Then a filling or drizzle can be added before the ice cream is rolled, and finally topped with more drizzle, whipped cream, etc. The S'mores option came complete with a torched marshmallow s'more on top, much to my daughter's delight. I created my own with pb & pretzels mixed in, caramel & pb drizzle before rolling, and chocolate drizzle on top. Delish! Didn't try the alcohol-infused ice cream this time, but I want to go back and have one with Bailey's!

Sorry to report this wonderful ice cream place is now closed. :-( Past review: Love this place. It has alcohol-infused ice cream—yum! —and also non-alcohol concoctions for the kids. My boys love this place. Try the monkey business or Cookie Monster. Everything is good and really fresh. It’s made while you wait.

My husband and I stumbled across Ciao Ice Cream Bar after eating lunch at Frenchy’s. What a find! There was no wait when we walked in and the owner was friendly and we chatted while he worked on our orders. My husband got the rolled strawberry infused ice cream and I got the Cinnamon Toast Crunch infused milkshake. Wow. WOW. Absolutely delicious. Its a little off the beaten path, but totally worth the super short walk.