The Best Ice Cream Shops Near Grandview in Columbus, Ohio
Life at Grandview Village Apartments tastes a little sweeter - literally. Less than 2 miles from your front door, you’ll find four of central Ohio’s most beloved ice cream shops. Whether you crave classic cones, inventive flavors, or towering sundaes, here’s your guide to Grandview’s frozen‑treat royalty.
1. Johnson’s Real Ice Cream
1325 Grandview Ave • 5 minute bike ride / 20 minute walk
The Wilcoxon family has been churning ice cream the old‑fashioned way since 1950, making Johnson’s a fourth‑generation institution that still emphasizes fresh, locally sourced ingredients and community vibes. Grandview’s shop keeps the nostalgia alive with classics like Buckeye Fever, Mint Chocolate Chip, and Raspberry Sorbet plus plenty of seasonal specials worth the stroll. Pro tip: sign up for their “Get the Scoop” newsletter for surprise flavor drops and member‑only coupons.
2. Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams – Grandview Heights
1281 Grandview Ave • 5 minute bike ride / 20 minute walk
Columbus’ own Jeni Britton Bauer built a national following on bold, chef‑driven combinations. This flagship storefront was recently crowned “Best Ice‑Cream Shop in Ohio” by Eat This, Not That! and regularly rotates cult favorites like Goat Cheese with Red Cherries and Sweet Cream Biscuits & Peach Jam alongside limited‑time summer flavors (Watermelon Taffy, anyone?). The airy patio is perfect for post‑dinner scoops or a remote‑work pick‑me‑up between meetings.
3. Toft’s Grand Scoop
1288 W 5th Ave • 4 minute bike ride / 15 minute walk
New to Grandview in late 2023, Toft’s brings the legacy of Ohio’s oldest dairy to an eye‑popping, neon‑bright parlor stocked with 24 hand‑dipped flavors, frothy milkshakes, and Dole pineapple soft‑serve. Portions lean generous, prices stay friendly, and the house mascot “Tilly the Cow” keeps kids smiling. Grab a pint for the freezer or make an ice cream cookie sandwich to enjoy on the walk home.
4. Graeter’s Ice Cream – Upper Arlington
1534 W Lane Ave • 10 minute bike ride / 4 minute drive
Since 1870, Graeter’s has made every batch in 2½‑gallon French Pots, yielding ultra‑dense scoops with minimal air. Oprah once dubbed it “the best ice cream” she’d tasted. The Lane Ave shop dishes legendary flavors like Black Raspberry Chocolate Chip, rotating seasonal hits like Key Lime Pie, and features a full soda‑fountain lineup. Insider hack: join their free Sweet Rewards program for surprise BOGO offers that pop up all summer.
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