The Great Danbury Ice Cream Debate: Where to Find the Coolest Scoops

DANBURY, CT — As the weather warms up, one question is on every Danburian's mind: where can I get the best ice cream in town? We asked Patch readers to dish out their recommendations, and boy did they have some strong opinions! From old-school parlors to modern gelato joints, there was no shortage of suggestions for where to find the most delightful dairy treats.

The clear frontrunner was Il Bacio Ice Cream in Danbury's Germantown neighborhood. Readers showered this local gem with praise, like this rave review: "Tony and his family and staff have been serving the Danbury area the best, handmade ice cream for more than 30 years. Their ice cream is not only full of fresh, all natural ingredients but he also has some of the most innovative flavors."

One reader captured the charm perfectly: "The shop wall is plastered in photos of customers enjoying their treats with some of the photos talking people for walks down memory lane when they discover long lost loved ones still enjoying their ice cream on Tony's wall." With flavors like Devil Dog, Chocolate Lace, and the intriguingly-named Cardiac Arrest, how could you resist?

But Il Bacio had some stiff competition from Newbury Gelato, with supporters insisting "you will never want to eat another ice cream after having their Gelato!!!!" One rhapsodic review proclaimed, "We literally will not buy ice cream anywhere else now, not to mention it has natural ingredients, super creamy and spectacular flavors!!!"

Fans were passionate about both the "amazing flavors and quality" and the "friendly service" at this family-owned gelateria. As one reader declared, "They know their customer base and have a great rewards program!"

The creamy delights of Ferris Acres Creamery in Newtown and Dr. Mike's in Bethel also had ardent supporters. One praised Ferris for their "unique flavor combinations and great atmosphere," while a Dr. Mike's enthusiast raved: "The texture, the flavor, cones are always fresh, great service!"

No matter where you go for your ice cream fix, one thing is clear - the Danbury area is an ice cream lover's paradise. As one reader summed it up: "They are always coming up with new and inventive flavors. Their portions are fantastic for what you pay."

Now that's the scoop!

This article was created using artificial intelligence, with human editing.