Last updated October 9, 2026 · ranked from 1,207 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 6 ice cream shops in and around Kalamazoo, MI, led by The Spirit of Kalamazoo, Cherri's Chocol'art and San Francisco Neveria & Paleteria. Together they have 1,207 Google reviews; Royalty Tropical Ices has the highest Google rating on the list at 5.0. Every place on the list is in Kalamazoo, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
Ice cream and Michigan-themed merchandise share the spotlight at The Spirit of Kalamazoo, MI, at 154 S Kalamazoo Mall. Its No. 3 ranking draws on a 4.7 Google rating from 208 reviews, with reviewers praising a French silk milkshake, a caramel toffee ice cream cone, and friendly service. An outdoor patio adds a place to pause, while takeout suits a quick stop. The women-owned shop also sells coffee and stays open until 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
Outdoor patio
Michigan-themed merchandise
Friday–Saturday evening hours
“Cute store and the perfect place to pickup some postcards!!!!”
Lafayette Creamery ice cream and the MONSTER Shake give Cherri's Chocol'art its ice cream credentials, while house-made chocolates and caramels distinguish its selection. At 101 S Kalamazoo Mall in Kalamazoo, MI, the shop earns rank 4 with that combination and a 4.7 Google rating from 212 reviews. One reviewer reports that her nieces loved their shakes; others praise the caramels and friendly staff. Friday and Saturday hours extend to 9 p.m., making those evenings an option for a later sweet stop.
Homemade ice cream anchors San Francisco Neveria & Paleteria’s fifth-place ranking, backed by a 4.7 Google rating from 333 reviews. One reviewer describes the ice cream as rich and creamy without being overly sweet or soft; another praises ice cream alongside tacos and agua fresca. At 2838 Portage Street in Kalamazoo, MI, the shop pairs frozen treats with snacks and a small kitchen menu. Its casual, cozy setting welcomes children and groups, with dine-in, takeout, and delivery available.
Homemade ice cream
Small kitchen menu
Dine-in and takeout
“Highly recommend. Ordered tacos, agua fresca, and ice cream—all delicious! Great service too.”
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Rose-shaped gelato and sorbet give Amorino at 2965 Oakland Dr in Kalamazoo, MI a distinctive place at No. 6. Its 4.7-star Google rating across 66 reviews is backed by comments praising rich, creamy gelato and well-made coffee, though one reviewer notes that it is pricey. The menu extends to gelato-filled macarons, crepes, waffles, and affogato. According to the shop, its gelato and sorbet contain no preservatives, artificial colors, or artificial flavors. Daily hours until 9 p.m. leave room for an evening stop.
Rose-shaped gelato
Gelato-filled macarons
Open until nine
“This was such a amazing experience and I love how they have multiple places! I first had tried this in San Antonio Texas and terribly missed it 😭 but I was curious and looked it up and it did not disappoint! Their ice cream is amazing a…”
Late hours and a menu of warm cookies and ice cream earn Insomnia Cookies its No. 8 spot. The shop at 2905 Howard St in Kalamazoo, MI stays open until 3 a.m. Thursday through Saturday and 1 a.m. the rest of the week. Its Google rating is 4 stars from 387 reviews, and one reviewer calls the cookies and ice cream “amazing.” Takeout and delivery make it an option for dessert at home, though that reviewer reported a delivery wait exceeding 45 minutes.
Cookies and ice cream
Late-night hours
Takeout and delivery
“Open late, delicious brownies what more can you ask for?”
A mobile setup and a menu spanning soft serve and Italian ice earn Royalty Tropical Ices the No. 9 spot. The business brings frozen desserts to neighborhoods, sporting events, company gatherings, school events, and birthday parties in Kalamazoo, MI. Its selection also includes milkshakes, flurries or blizzards, sundaes, and waffle sundaes, giving customers several ways to enjoy an ice cream treat. Listed at 1428 E Alcott St, its defining feature is taking that menu out to local neighborhoods and gatherings.
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How we ranked this list
Each ice cream shop is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Kalamazoo category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Ice Cream Shops in Kalamazoo, MI: common questions
Where can I get ice cream late at night in Kalamazoo, MI?
Insomnia Cookies at 2905 Howard St stays open until 3 a.m. Thursday through Saturday and until 1 a.m. Sunday through Wednesday. It serves ice cream and warm cookies, with delivery and takeout rather than dine-in service.
Which shops offer homemade ice cream or gelato?
San Francisco Neveria & Paleteria at 2838 Portage Street offers homemade ice cream. Amorino at 2965 Oakland Dr serves Italian artisanal gelato and sorbet shaped into roses. Cherri’s Chocol’art at 101 S Kalamazoo Mall carries ice cream from Lafayette Creamery.
Where can I sit outside with ice cream?
The Spirit of Kalamazoo at 154 S Kalamazoo Mall has an outdoor patio and sells ice cream and coffee. It opens at 11 a.m. Monday through Saturday and noon Sunday, closing at 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 7 p.m. Sunday.
Which ice cream businesses offer delivery or drive-through pickup?
KZOO CREAM offers a drive-through, curbside pickup, takeout and delivery, with daily hours of 4–8 p.m. Insomnia Cookies and San Francisco Neveria & Paleteria also offer delivery and takeout.
How do the two Dairy Queen locations compare?
The location at 1040 W Michigan Ave has a 3.7 Google rating from 227 reviews and opens from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday. The location at 3130 Lovers Ln has a 3.6 rating from 433 reviews, with dine-in seating, a free parking lot, high chairs and a children’s menu. Both serve soft-serve ice cream and signature shakes.
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