Ice cream seems to be ever-popular in Newark these days. A Cold Stone franchise held its grand opening in April to a line of people waiting in 40-degree weather. The two-hour grand opening attracted several passersby, including our Destination Newark crew, who decided to get a cold treat on a cold day. For anyone in the downtown area or the Central Ward, you can visit Cold Stone at 635 Broad Street, across from Military Park. The owner, Gabriel Paul, is a proud Newark native and current resident. Welcome back to the neighborhood, Gabriel! —Kayla Cole
NORTH WARD
M2ICE
678 Mt Prospect Ave, Newark, NJ
(15 reviews) on Restaurantji
After opening almost a year ago, this Columbian shaved ice spot has become all the rave in the North Ward of Newark! Taking pride in their healthy but delicious treats, M2ICE has a menu of shaved ice creations named after some of their favorite artists including “Karol G” and “Bad Bunny.” Beyond shaved ice, M2ICE offers food options including Doritos Lokos and the M Twice Burger.
SOUTH WARD
Salaam Ice Cream Parlor
1024 Bergen St, Newark, NJ
(122 reviews) on Google Review
Salaam Ice Cream Parlor has become one of the South Ward’s favorite ice cream spots. The flavors, customer service and darling outdoor seating area make it well worth the travel from all over the city. In addition to their variety of toppings, waffle bowls, waffle cones, sundaes, and milkshakes, their offerings are Kosher and non-GMO. They also provide ice cream catering through their Salaam on Wheels services.
CENTRAL WARD
Neighborhood Scoops
Ice Cream & Soup Bar
49 Halsey St, Newark, NJ
(16 reviews) on Google Review
This year-round ice cream parlor offers many unique flavors to fulfill your sweet tooth. One of the fan favorites is “Trick or Treat,” a french vanilla base with a variety of Halloween candy bits. Another top pick by fans is the “Louisiana Banana,” which has a hazelnut base, mixed with pecans and fresh banana slices.
EAST WARD
Nasto’s
236 Jefferson St, Newark, NJ
(839 reviews) on Google Review
With over 50 flavors of ice cream, 14 sorbet flavors, 18 gelato flavors, 8 Italian ice flavors, and 6 sherbet flavors, Nasto’s offers a variety of choices to satisfy whatever taste you are craving. A company that has been around for over 80 years, the Nasto family takes pride in the principle, “Always use the highest quality ingredients to produce the finest product possible,” leaving their customers satisfied with every visit.
WEST WARD
Magic Cones Plant Based
Ice Cream Parlor
550-552 Central Ave, Newark, NJ
(8 reviews) on Google Review
This vegan, plant-based ice cream parlor takes pride in offering ice cream that can be enjoyed without the guilt! With a variety of sundae creations, and the option to create your own flavors, Magic Cones is well worth the trip to the western side of the city.
