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🍦 Get The Scoop: Best Ice Cream in the Mon Valley & Pittsburgh East!

By Mandie Cohen March 31, 2025

The Best Ice Cream Shops in Mon Valley & Pittsburgh East

There’s nothing better than a good scoop (or two...maybe three...) of ice cream on a warm day—or any day, really! Whether you're looking for classic flavors, unique sundaes, or dairy-free options, the Mon Valley and Pittsburgh East areas have plenty of sweet spots to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings. Check out our list of the best local ice cream shops to visit with your family! (No particular order)


Sweets by Mrs. C – Monongahela

Sweets by Mrs. C is a go-to ice cream shop for our family. The Christmas vibes all year round just brings me and my children so much joy! We love their festive twist to their ice cream menu. 

📍 Location: 260 W Main St, Monongahela, PA 15063
🍦 Must-Try: Not So Silent Night Sundae


Scoops On Main – Bentleyville

This 50s style ice cream shop is a great go-to on a nice and sunny day! There's outdoor dining and even fun little things for kids to play with while they wait for their sweet treat.

📍 Location:  930 Main St, Bentleyville, PA 15314
🍦 Must-Try: We love all their classic flavors here!


The Meadows – Monroeville

Offers freshly made frozen custard with daily rotating flavors, as well as yogurt and Italian ice. 

📍 Location: 4329 Northern Pike, Monroeville, PA 15146
🍦 Must-Try: The Cookie Monster


Brr-Kee's – Oakmont

A beloved local spot offering homemade ice cream with a variety of specialty flavors. They offer daily flavors including non-dairy and no sugar options!

📍 Location: 539 Allegheny Ave, Oakmont, PA 15139
🍦 Must-Try: Espresso Flavor


Emmerling Ice Cream – Cheswick

Open since 2009, Emmerling Ice Cream has been offering ice cream, hot dogs and burgers! Flavors of the week change every Monday! They have a walk up window and drive-thru! 

📍 Location: 932 PA-910, Cheswick, PA 15024
🍦 Must-Try: Bear Tracks Homemade Scoops


Cold Stone Creamery – Monroeville

For a fun, mix-in experience, Cold Stone Creamery is always a hit with kids. Choose from a variety of flavors and add toppings to create your perfect ice cream masterpiece.

📍 Location: 4060 William Penn Hwy, Monroeville, PA 15146
🍦 Must-Try: Birthday Cake Remix


Treat Yourself to a Local Ice Cream Adventure!

With so many delicious ice cream spots in Mon Valley and Pittsburgh East, there’s always a new flavor to try! Whether you’re stopping by for a quick treat or planning a full family outing, these local gems offer something sweet for everyone.

Know another great ice cream shop in the area? Email mandiec@macaronikid.com, and we’ll add it to the list!