Last updated September 26, 2026 · ranked from 1,199 Google reviews · How we rank
This guide to ice cream shops in Birmingham, MI keeps every stop inside the city. Dairy Deluxe leads the list with a 4.7 Google rating from 545 reviews, followed by Shock Gelato with a 4.6 from 170 reviews. The Pastry Palette has a 5.0 rating from five reviews, while Dairy Mat has a 3.9 from 171. The lineup also includes Daxton Delights, Yumiis Icecream + Matcha Cafe and Choco Mania Cafe. Google ratings and review counts provide a starting point for comparing these shops, with scores ranging from 3.2 to 5.0 and review totals ranging from five to 545.
Top picks at a glance
1Dairy DeluxeDairy Deluxe offers ice cream takeout and free parking; reviewers praise the ice cream, and payment is cash only.
2Shock GelatoShock Gelato offers artisanal gelato, reviewer-praised flavor variety, and daily hours from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
4.7(545)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 545 reviews (Google rating)
Ice Cream · $
A 4.7 Google rating from 545 reviews puts customer support behind Dairy Deluxe’s No. 1 spot. Reviewers call the ice cream delicious and note the easy parking, while review topics include sundaes, soft serve and custard. Located at 33201 Woodward Ave in Birmingham, MI, the shop offers takeout for a quick ice cream stop, with free lot and street parking. Bring cash: cards aren’t accepted. A wheelchair-accessible entrance and accessible parking add practical reasons to visit.
Sundaes and soft serve
Free parking
Cash only
“The ice cream was delicious I definitely recommend.”
4.6(170)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 170 reviews (Google rating)
Ice Cream
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
Flavor variety and a 4.6-star Google rating from 170 reviews put Shock Gelato at No. 2. At 335 E Maple Rd in Birmingham, MI, the shop focuses on artisanal gelato, describing its ingredients as fresh and locally sourced. Reviewers praise the range of flavors; one returned two days in a row, while another recommends the six-pack for sharing and trying different varieties. Cozy seating, coffee, and daily hours from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. make it practical for afternoon or late-evening visits.
Artisanal gelato
Six-pack variety
Open until 11
“Really good Gelato, lots of flavors. We went there 2 days in a row.”
5.0(5)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews (Google rating)
Dessert shop
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
Made-from-scratch gelato anchors The Pastry Palette’s No. 5 spot, with handcrafted pastries and specialty coffee adding variety to a dessert stop. At 750 S Old Woodward Ave in Birmingham, MI, the shop offers takeout, and one reviewer specifically praised the gelato they took along for a walk. Other reviews highlight the fruit desserts and helpful service. Friday and Saturday hours extend to 11 p.m., making this a late-evening option as well as a daytime stop.
Made-from-scratch gelato
Specialty coffee
Weekend late hours
“Today was our first trip. Awesome! My wife and I had coffee and split a cookie and a piece of carrot cake. There were many good looking treats we also brought this home for later too. Everything we had was delicious. Looking forward to …”
3.9(171)· Google3.9 out of 5 from 171 reviews (Google rating)
Ice Cream · $
Open now · closes 10:00 PM
Open daily from 1–10 p.m., Dairy Mat earns the No. 6 spot with its lowest-tier price level, casual setting and ice cream and yogurt selection praised in a customer review. This women-owned shop on Woodward Avenue in Birmingham, MI welcomes children and offers takeout, making it a practical stop for families or a solo dessert break. One reviewer calls it a favorite destination on warm summer nights. Bring cash: cards are not accepted, and there is no table service or restroom.
Ice cream and yogurt
Open until 10
Cash only
“A favorite place to cruise to on a warm summer night in our convertible.”
3.6(20)· Google3.6 out of 5 from 20 reviews (Google rating)
Ice Cream
Open now · closes 9:30 PM
A walk-up window on the northwest side of Daxton Hotel gives Daxton Delights its distinctive setup in Birmingham, MI. It earns No. 7 for seasonal scoops and sundaes made from scratch by Madam’s pastry team using locally sourced ingredients. Two positive reviews single out honey ice cream or honey toasted, while others praise the decorated alley. The casual takeout format suits a quick dessert stop, though service is weather-dependent and one reviewer reported a long wait and partially melted ice cream.
Hotel walk-up window
Scratch-made frozen desserts
Locally sourced ingredients
“My favorite ice cream!! I wait for it to open in the summer for the delicious honey ice cream!! So delish and the alley is always so beautifully decorated.”
3.5(22)· Google3.5 out of 5 from 22 reviews (Google rating)
Ice Cream
Open now · closes 9:00 PM
Ice cream nachos and ceremonial-grade matcha give Yumiis Icecream + Matcha Cafe its particular angle at No. 8. Located at 205 E Maple Rd in Birmingham, MI, the shop serves ice cream and milkshakes alongside cookies, croissants, and espresso. Seating makes it an option for a sit-down dessert, while takeout is available for a quick stop. Friday and Saturday hours run until 9 p.m. Its 3.5-star Google rating from 22 reviews reflects mixed feedback, but the dessert-and-drink range earns its place here.
Ice cream nachos
Ceremonial-grade matcha
Weekend evening hours
“This matcha was very good and unique, not too strong but you can still taste the pure quality. 10-10 matcha.”
3.2(266)· Google3.2 out of 5 from 266 reviews (Google rating)
Ice Cream · $$
Open now · closes 12:00 AM
Late closing hours and a choice of indoor or outdoor seating earn Choco Mania Cafe its No. 9 spot. The ice cream shop at 280 E Merrill St in Birmingham, MI also serves coffee, tea, and desserts in a casual, cozy setting. It stays open until 11 p.m. Friday and midnight Saturday, with takeout available. One reviewer says their kids love it, and another praises service on repeat visits; its Google rating is 3.2 out of 5 from 266 reviews.
Late weekend hours
Outdoor seating
Coffee and tea
“Ordered the Dubai chocolate cake. Tasted terribly stale. Complained and they said that’s how it’s supposed to taste. No it’s not!!!”
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham, MI: common questions
Where can I get ice cream late in Birmingham, MI?
Shock Gelato at 335 E Maple Rd stays open until 11 p.m. every day. The Pastry Palette at 750 S Old Woodward Ave closes at 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Dairy Mat at 35032 Woodward Ave is open until 10 p.m. daily.
Which ice cream shops require cash?
Dairy Deluxe and Dairy Mat in Birmingham, MI are cash-only. Shock Gelato, Yumiis Icecream + Matcha Cafe, and The Pastry Palette accept credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.
Where can I find gelato or frozen custard?
In Birmingham, MI, Shock Gelato at 335 E Maple Rd specializes in gelato, while The Pastry Palette at 750 S Old Woodward Ave offers made-from-scratch gelato alongside pastries and coffee. Custard & Company at 32922 Woodward Ave in Royal Oak serves frozen custard with sweet toppings; reviewers also mention its Dole Whip.
Which shops allow dogs outside?
Dairy Deluxe, Shock Gelato, and Yumiis Icecream + Matcha Cafe in Birmingham, MI allow dogs outside. Custard & Company in Royal Oak also allows dogs outside.
Which ice cream shops offer delivery or seating?
Yumiis Icecream + Matcha Cafe at 205 E Maple Rd in Birmingham, MI offers delivery, takeout, and dine-in seating. Shock Gelato has seating and takeout but no delivery. Oberweis at 32808 Woodward Ave in Royal Oak offers dine-in service, delivery, curbside pickup, and takeout.
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