Last updated October 4, 2026 · ranked from 1,156 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 5 ice cream shops in and around Ypsilanti, MI, led by Candy Coated Creamery, Cold Comfort Ice Cream and Hershey’s Ice Cream. Together they have 1,156 Google reviews; Candy Coated Creamery has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.9. Every place on the list is in Ypsilanti, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
Generous cones and consistently strong customer feedback put Candy Coated Creamery at No. 1 in Ypsilanti, MI. The shop holds a 4.9 Google rating from 178 reviews, including 172 five-star ratings. One reviewer praises its Michigan Guernsey ice cream and mix of playful and classic flavors; others emphasize large portions and friendly staff. Ice cream and cheesecake anchor the shop’s own description. At 1076 N Huron River Dr, it offers takeout and stays open until 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
Handmade custard-based novelties and soft serve give Cold Comfort Ice Cream its No. 2 spot in Ypsilanti, MI. At 10 N Washington St, the shop also offers hand-packed cups and seasonal pops, using local ingredients whenever possible. Reviewers praise the soft serve and unusual flavor combinations; one singles out freeze-dried berry sprinkles, while another describes returning for Don’t Marsh My Mallow. A 4.9 Google rating from 30 reviews supports that enthusiasm. Friday-through-Sunday hours make this a weekend stop.
Handmade custard novelties
Praised soft serve
Seasonal pops
“OMG! The BEST soft serve ice cream I’ve ever had. I added the freeze dried berry sprinkles 😋 It was like being transported back to being a kid. So delicious. I ate every last drop. I haven’t been this excited about ice cream, ever!”
Late-night hours help Hershey’s Ice Cream earn the No. 3 spot: the shop at 1510 Washtenaw Ave, Suite C, in Ypsilanti, MI stays open until 2 a.m. daily. Its 4.5-star Google rating across 36 reviews is backed by praise for the selection, friendly staff, and ice cream, with one reviewer singling out cappuccino crunch. Another notes that the ice cream counter is inside a pizza shop. Dine-in, takeout, pickup, and delivery offer several ways to order.
Open until 2 a.m.
Cappuccino crunch
Pickup and delivery
“The ice cream is inside toraminos pizza. The sign and directions weren't the most obvious but we figured it out. The ice cream was awesome, it was HARD icecream but when it thawed a little it was delicious. Toppings were on point and ple…”
Soft-serve ice cream and signature shakes put Dairy Queen (Treat) at No. 4, with a 4.4-star Google rating from 377 reviews supporting its place. Located at 101 W Michigan Ave in Ypsilanti, MI, the shop has a listed price level of 1 and a casual setting suited to a quick visit. Families and children are welcome, and takeout and delivery offer alternatives to stopping in. The entrance and parking are wheelchair accessible.
Soft-serve and shakes
Takeout and delivery
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
“I like this Dairy Queen but they closed 10 minutes early on 9/2 (it also happened to me a couple of other times).”
Late hours and the combination of warm cookies and ice cream earn Insomnia Cookies the No. 5 spot. At 733 W Cross St in Ypsilanti, MI, this bakery chain location stays open until 3 a.m. Thursday through Saturday and 1 a.m. the rest of the week. Delivery, takeout, and on-site service give customers several ways to order. Its Google rating of 4.1 from 535 reviews adds support, while one reviewer specifically praised the cookies and helpful register service.
Cookies and ice cream
Late-night hours
Delivery and takeout
“Staff there are incompetent. If you cannot fulfill an order that you received online over an hour and a half ago... Why not call your customers and tell them that you are unable to fulfill it? So it's okay to keep your customer hanging f…”
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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 Ypsilanti 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 Ypsilanti, MI: common questions
Which ice cream shops in Ypsilanti, MI have the highest ratings?
Candy Coated Creamery and Cold Comfort Ice Cream both hold 4.9-star Google ratings. Candy Coated Creamery has 178 reviews, compared with Cold Comfort’s 30. Dairy Queen Grill & Chill has the largest review count in the guide, with 1,166 reviews and a 4.3-star rating.
Where can I get ice cream late at night in Ypsilanti, MI?
Insomnia Cookies closes at 3 a.m. Thursday through Saturday and 1 a.m. Sunday through Wednesday. Hershey’s Ice Cream is open daily from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. Dairy Queen Grill & Chill is open daily from 11 a.m. to 1:45 a.m.
Which shops offer soft serve or custard-based ice cream?
Cold Comfort Ice Cream at 10 N Washington St offers handmade custard-based novelties, soft serve, hand-packed cups, and seasonal pops. Both Dairy Queen locations—1801 Washtenaw Ave and 101 W Michigan Ave—feature soft-serve ice cream and signature shakes.
Where can families sit down for ice cream in Ypsilanti, MI?
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill offers dine-in seating, outdoor seating, high chairs, a children’s menu, and a restroom. Hershey’s Ice Cream also offers dine-in service and welcomes children. Candy Coated Creamery welcomes families but is a takeout option without dine-in service or a restroom.
Which ice cream shops in Ypsilanti, MI offer delivery?
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill, Dairy Queen (Treat), Insomnia Cookies, and Hershey’s Ice Cream offer delivery. Hershey’s also offers in-store pickup. Candy Coated Creamery and Cold Comfort Ice Cream offer takeout but do not offer delivery.
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