Whatโs the one thing thatโs nearly impossible to resist on a hot summer day? (And no, weโre not talking about air conditioningโthough we wonโt argue with that.) Weโre talking about ice cream!
Whether youโre a cone-in-hand kind of person or prefer your scoops in a cup or a pint, these Hilton Head Island spots serve up some of the coolest treats around.
Best Ice Cream: Frozen Moo
Family owned
90+ Flavors
Low-Fat and No-Sugar Flavors
Frozen Moo is conveniently located in the thick of Coligny Plaza, a shopping center directly across from the popular, Coligny Beach. A great place to grab ice cream before or after spending time at the beach, it also makes for a great pit stop during a shopping spree.
With more than 90 flavors to choose from, everyone in your group will find their favorite flavorโor flavors! Deciding on just one will be a hard task, but any of the ice cream, yogurt, sorbet, sherbet, low fat, and no sugar options will be some of the best youโve ever had.

Website | (843) 842-3131
1 N Forest Beach Dr,
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Best Italian Ice & Frozen Custard: Rita’s
Made Fresh Daily with Real Fruit
Available Party Packs
Earn Free Treats on Ritaโs App
With more than 500 stores across the United States, chances are, youโve seen or even been to a Ritaโs before. Refreshingly sweet with plenty of ways to pair flavors of Italian ice and custard, if you havenโt visited Ritaโs on the island, youโre missing out! There are two locations on Hilton Head Island, one is a kiosk, and the other is a storefront only a few steps away.
Best known for their Italian ice thatโs made with real fruit daily, Ritaโs also offers a wide array of hand-scooped custard flavors. If you combine Italian ice with custard, youโll have an amazing treat thatโs called a Gelati. Or you can try a Blendini, Concrete, or Misto Shake.

Website | (843) 686-2596
1 N Forest Beach Dr,
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Best Frozen Yogurt: Sweet Frog
Fully Customizable
Seasonal Flavors
Online Ordering
Also found throughout the country in more than 300 locations, you can always count on delicious frozen yogurt and fresh toppings at Sweet Frog. The store mascots, Scoop and Cookie, add to the fun and welcome friends and family to enjoy a cold, sweet treat together.
Grab the size cup you prefer, and choose from any of the current flavors of soft-serve style frozen yogurtโor mix a few! Head to the toppings bar for many different kinds of fresh fruit, candy, sauces, nuts, cereals, and more fun extras like cheesecake bites or sprinkles. You choose what and how much goes in your cup, which is all priced by weight.

Website | (843) 689-3764
33 Office Park Rd, Unit 1,
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Best Milkshake: Milkshake Factory
Gourmet Milkshakes & Chocolates
Non-Dairy Options
Sustainably Sourced Cocoa
Recently opened on the North End of Hilton Head Island, this location of the Milkshake Factory is the first in the state of South Carolina! The Milkshake Factory is currently in its fourth generation of chocolatiers, continuing the family legacy of creating premium chocolates and milkshakes in various locations in the United States. From their family to yours, a stop to the Milkshake Factory will soon be apart of your family tradition during trips to the island.
Now, letโs talk treats! The MilkShake Factory spins up some amazing shakes, and on the menu, youโll be able to order a shake from their menu ranging from the Limited Time flavor, or from either of the Signature, Gourmet, Classic, or Dairy-Free Milkshakes. Beyond shakes, they have Molten Cups, Hot Fudge Sundaes, and a classic, Root Beer Float. And of course, why not try one of their gourmet chocolates while youโre there?


Website | (843) 890-3942
1201 Main Street,
Hilton Head Island, SC 29926










