There's no better way to beat the Florida heat than with something sweet. Whether you're craving hand-dipped ice cream after a day at the beach, a flaky French pastry with your morning coffee, or a refreshing Italian ice while strolling Canal Street, the New Smyrna Beach Area is full of delicious places to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Here's where to stop when you're ready for a cool (or decadent) treat.
Just steps from the sand on Flagler Avenue, Treats on the Beach has become a must-stop after a day in the surf. This beachside favorite serves hand-dipped and soft-serve ice cream, milkshakes, sundaes, banana splits and floats, making it easy to find something for everyone in the family. Grab a cone and enjoy it as you browse Flagler Avenue's boutiques or head back to the beach to catch the sunset.
If you're looking for something especially refreshing, Lemons Italian Ice & Gluten-Free Treats is the perfect stop. Located on Canal Street, this locally owned shop offers colorful Italian ice in a variety of fruity flavors alongside gluten-free desserts, giving everyone a chance to indulge. It's an ideal afternoon pick-me-up while exploring the New Smyrna Beach Area.
Step inside Beachside Candy Co. and you'll feel like a kid again. This Flagler Avenue staple is packed with homemade fudge, chocolates, nostalgic candies and saltwater taffy. Browse shelves of classic sweets and even ship some back home before continuing your beachside adventure.
For those who believe pastries count as dessert any time of day, Mon Délice is a New Smyrna Beach institution. Family-owned since 1976, the bakery crafts authentic French croissants, éclairs, fruit tarts, cakes, cookies and other baked goods from scratch. Whether you're picking up breakfast before the beach or an afternoon treat to share, every visit feels like a trip to a neighborhood pâtisserie in France.
Since 1953, New Smyrna Beach's iconic Dairy Queen has been serving soft-serve favorites to generations of visitors and locals alike. The retro roadside location has become a beloved landmark, known for its classic dipped cones, Blizzards and nostalgic charm. Sometimes, the simplest summer traditions are the sweetest.
Chocolate lovers won't want to miss AJ Chocolate House on Canal Street. Along with handcrafted chocolates, you'll find specialty coffee drinks, decadent desserts and ice cream in a cozy café setting. It's the perfect place to escape the afternoon heat, enjoy a sweet bite and linger a little longer in downtown New Smyrna Beach.
Located on the south end of the beach, Cool Treats for NSB is a hidden gem for frozen desserts. With generous scoops of ice cream, frozen favorites and a laid-back neighborhood feel, it's a great stop after a beach day or bike ride.
If you're looking for a treat that's as beautiful as it is refreshing, head to The Mason Bowl. Known for its vibrant smoothie bowls, açaí bowls and fresh fruit creations, this local favorite offers a lighter way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Packed with seasonal fruit, granola and flavorful toppings, each bowl is perfect for cooling down after exploring the area or fueling up before a day on the water. Pair your bowl with one of the fresh juices, smoothies or coffee drinks for the ultimate summertime treat.
Nothing says Florida summer quite like a stop at Twistee Treat. Housed inside its iconic ice cream cone-shaped building, this favorite serves creamy soft-serve cones, sundaes, milkshakes, floats and specialty creations in dozens of flavor combinations. It's a fun stop for families and a nostalgic treat for visitors of all ages.
Part of what makes New Smyrna Beach so memorable is discovering the locally owned shops that give the destination its charm. Spend the afternoon strolling Flagler Avenue with an ice cream cone in hand, take a break on Canal Street for a fresh açaí bowl, or venture farther south for a classic soft-serve treat. There's sure to be a sweet stop waiting around every corner.
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