JERSEY CITY, NJ —
June 27, 2026 |
By DailyHudson Staff
From gelato to paletas, local shops offer cool treats for summer heat.
A new guide highlights more than 20 ice cream, gelato, and paleta shops across Jersey City and Hoboken, offering residents and visitors a wide range of frozen treats this summer.
With temperatures rising, local dessert spots provide refreshing options — including dairy-free and gluten-free choices — that cater to diverse tastes and dietary needs, supporting small businesses in the community.
Thomas’ Ice Cream on Jefferson Street offers build-your-own milkshakes and specialty flavors like the trucker, razzberry bomb, and cookie cloud.
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream has locations at 537 Washington Street in Hoboken and 347 Grove Street in Jersey City, known for inventive flavors and vegan options.
‘Kikliu Gelato offers authentic imported Italian specialties with gluten-free and dairy-free gelato options, and will open a second location in uptown Hoboken later this year,’ said a store representative.
Impact: Residents can enjoy diverse treats from classic scoops to specialty items like rolled ice cream at Angel’s Recipe in the Heights or Italian ices at Rita’s, making summer outings more enjoyable.
What Happens Next: The guide encourages readers to visit these spots throughout the summer; no announced closures or changes were reported as of publication.
Local ice cream shops continue to serve the community as summer temperatures climb.
Source: Hoboken Girl
