Simmons Homemade Ice Cream Store

Best homemade ice cream in Carroll County, Maryland. Atmosphere is that of a small ice cream and candy store of the 1930’s. The proprietor is the grandson-​in-​Law of the original proprietor who began making ice cream for friends and neighbors. The age old tradition is carried on here at Simmons.

They only have four flavors available at a time. Chocolate, vanilla, and two others that vary with the seasons. Right now (summer!), they have fresh raspberry (from «the farm down the street») and peach. The chocolate was lovely and rich, not too sweet. Just right. The raspberry was wonderful as well.
Not only is the ice cream top-​notch, the ambience is awesomely old-​timey cool. Dark wood interiors, glass cases. Owls of all sorts everywhere! It’s a little slice of Americana that was a joy to experience!
In business for 88 years, the current owner is the great-​grandson of the original propietors. His great-​granddaughter was there this weekend, and she’s as cute as all get out. :)
They’re open 7 days a week, with hours varying according to the season. Most nights, they’re open till 8 or so, and their opening hours vary.