6 Dog-Friendly Ice Cream Spots in Hampton Roads
It’s always a good day for ice cream, especially now that summer is here. Few things hit the spot on a hot afternoon quite like a frozen treat. The good news? Plenty of local spots make it easy to bring your four-legged best friend along, too. Here are six places in Hampton Roads where you and your dog can enjoy a cool treat together.
🍨Salty Paws Chic's Beach (Virginia Beach)
2104 Pleasure House Rd F, Virginia Beach
Starting off strong with a place that doesn’t just ALLOW dogs but that exists purely FOR dogs. Your pet can enjoy dog-safe ice cream made specifically for pups and dog bakery items. Your pet can eat his ice cream in the store or as a take-home treat. They even host doggy birthday parties and ice cream socials.
🍨Doumar’s (Norfolk)
1919 Monticello Ave, Norfolk
Doumar's Cones and Barbecue is an iconic Norfolk destination and a favorite among locals and visitors alike for its legendary burgers, hand-spun shakes, and famous ice cream cones—but did you know it's also a great place for your four-legged friend to join the fun? With curb service, you can order a pup cup, so your pup doesn't miss out on a treat!
🍨Gelati Celesti (Virginia Beach – First Colonial)
754 First Colonial Road, Virginia Beach
This spot is known for their killer gelato, and they welcome dogs to enjoy a treat along with their humans in the outdoor area. While dogs are not allowed inside, pet parents can utilize the drive through window (drive or walk up is fine!) and then grab a spot outside, so you never have to leave your furry family member unattended.
🍨Be Free Craft Ice Cream Cafe (Virginia Beach)
2336 Elson Green Ave #107, Virginia Beach
WARNING: Do not look at the website of this veteran-owned ice cream café unless you’re wearing clothes that can withstand some serious drooling. As soon as the site loads, you’ll be faced with pics of mouthwatering creations like Banana Breacher, Sea Sal Assault, and Cookie Commando. They pride themselves on using only quality ingredients in every flavor. You can grab coffee and baked goods, too! The best part for Hampton Roads pet parents? Dogs aren’t just allowed in the outside area, but you’re welcome to bring well-behaved dogs inside so you can enjoy your treats together.
🍨Get Lost (Virginia Beach – Vibe District)
510 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach
Grab a taste of Hawaii right here in Virginia Beach. Authentic shave ice in lots of flavor combinations is the perfect way to cool off on a hot summer day. Bring your dog along and do some people watching from one of the outdoor tables as you indulge.
🍨Sommer Freeze (Hampton)
308A Buckroe Ave, Hampton
Grab an ice cream for you, a pup cup for your pooch and enjoy in the outdoor seating area where dogs are always welcome. It might take you a minute to choose from the long list of flavors, but their nearly perfect Google review score makes it likely you’ll enjoy whatever flavor you pick.
Know another pet-friendly ice cream spot we should feature?
Let us know! Contact us through our website or email hello@tidewaterpaws.com.