Whether you’re melting in the Texas heat or just want a reason to share a spoon with your sweetheart, Galveston serves up the perfect blend of chill treats and cozy vibes. From vintage soda fountains to beachside coffee shops with frozen delights, these spots offer more than just ice cream; they’re sprinkled with romance. So grab your cutie, hold hands and waffle cones, and get your chill on.
1) Cordray Drug Store~ Rolling with Romance
Set in a lovingly restored 1920s corner store, Cordray Drug Store spins up rolled ice cream right before your eyes. Pick a flavor and some toppings, watch it get rolled, and dig in! Each of you should order your own creations and then share to see who won this ice cream battle. With roots tied to Galveston’s past and a vibe that’s equal parts nostalgic and playful, this spot will have you both rolling in romance.
2) Star Drug Store~ Shake Things Up
This nostalgic drug store has traded prescriptions for milkshakes and smiles. Nestled in a a historic building, the U‑shaped soda counter brings delight alongside classic malts, floats, and shakes. Order a shake, in your favorite flavor, with two straws for extra romance. Or, if you’re looking to heat things up, go for the Hot Lava Cake Sundae.
3) La King’s Confectionary~ Candy‑Coated Cuddles
Stroll into old‑school sweet heaven and watch as some saltwater taffy is being pulled. Go ahead and pull your date in for a kiss while you’re at it! The candy here is legendary and so is the ice cream selection, from classic scoops to over‑the‑top sundaes. Share a sundae, split a cone, and let each spoonful be loaded with sugar‑coated smooches.
4) Sugar Bean Coffee & Cream – Brewed for Two
Sugar Bean pairs artisanal coffee with creamy Blue Bell ice cream. The frappes, macchiatos, and shakes here are the perfect way to ease the Texas heat. Sit under shady trees or cozy inside while you ease into each other’s company. And if the mood’s just right, a sweet ice cream shake might turn into something more, like a double scoop cone.
Galveston proves that romance is best served cold because there is plenty of warmth between you. Whether you’re spooning up artisanal Blue Bell flavors or marveling at the rolled‑ice cream show, these four spots offer more than just frozen treats. They dish up memories in every bite. So grab your waffle cones, lean in close, and let Galveston’s sweetest spots cool you down while your hearts heat up.
