Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams

Ndali Estate Vanilla Bean scoops with a waffle cone. Nothing extra needed. Delish!

The ice cream here is phenomenal. I usually don’t go for ice cream when it comes to dessert, but that has changed after trying this place. Although the price is $ 5 for a small cup, you get one of the best quality ice creams and you can select two flavors. There are so many flavor options available and they are all good. My recommendation is the almond butter brittle and the bourbon salted pecan. If you get them together it is literally magical.

I am not a fan of gourmet ice cream places. I think they tend to make weird flavors for the sake of being weird, not because the flavors taste good together. However, I had to try this place out when I saw it was nearby because I’ve only heard good things (and the strong Unilocal score didn’t hurt, either).
Hands down favorite: Almond Butter Brittle. OH MY GOD. So good. It’s creamy and salty and sweet all at the same time. It’s rich. I was so impressed with this that I’ve debated purchasing it online and shipping it back to Texas (buuuut it’s $ 13 for shipping so I probably won’t do that) but I found out one of the grocery stores sells it here. I’m really excited!
I also committed to the Bourbon Pecan, which was pretty good, but I kept going back to the Almond Butter Brittle.

Hands down some of the BEST ice cream i’ve ever had in Georgia. Located in the Decatur Square on the same strip that holds Iberian Pig or the square pub, it’s a perfect location for foot traffic.
We went in on a Friday night and enjoyed a few free samples, before I settled on two half scoops ($ 5) in a cup (you can also get a cone as well). I got the Double roasted Coconut, with really a huge amount of coconut flakes that were nice and fresh. My second half scoop was the brown butter Almond brittle, which I was told was one of their best sellers, and I could taste why.
Both of the half scoops were super rich and creamy, with flavors that definitely will make you consider taking home a pint. The interior is really spacious, super clean, with enough seats to let more than a dozen people sit comfortably.
Jeni’s Stays open until 11pm, great for times when you’ve finished dinner and are looking for something other than coffee to end the night, but even if you do want coffee, they’ve got that covered too, so really no excuse not to check these guys out!
Finally, if you really just can’t get enough of Jeni’s and want to share it with all your friends, you can join the pint club ($ 144). Taken from their website:
«Pint Club is the brand-​new way to give the gift of Jeni’s all year long. Every three months, members will receive three flavors of Jeni’s shipped directly to their doorstep. The gift recipient will be notified by a letterpress card and a set of ice cream spades that ship via USPS and arrive within 3 to 5 business days»
Really great premium ice cream that definitely lives up to «splendid». Please stop in and try these guys out if you’re wandering around the square.

Wow! The ice cream here was GREAT. We have places like Jeni’s in Houston with eclectic ice cream flavors, but they never seem to work out too well. Jeni’s hit the nail on the head and all of the flavors that I tried were great! I especially liked the berry bramble and the brittle ice cream, but the other ones I tried (can’t recall) were also good. Unlimited samples so you can try them all out before you decide to pull the trigger on your ice cream choice.
I may or may not have come back 2 days in a row…

People say that Jeni’s is superior to its rival, Morelli’s. Hmmm… not too sure about this one. I first had Morelli’s a few years ago, and it was amazing. Therefore, I really wanted to try Jeni’s Ice-​cream. The same night that I ate at The Pinewood, we walked a few blocks down to try Jeni’s. The two flavors that I tried were:
–torrone
–pistachio honey
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Torrone: a sweeter, richer taste. It has a sweetness through a caramel flavor, but somewhat lighter, yet not as light as honey. In addition, there is a very mild overlying citrus flavor to it that I cannot put my hands on. However, it’s not overwhelming where you can say, «oh there’s definitely citrus in there». The reason I really liked this flavor was because it was milder than most other sweet and creamy flavors such as salted caramel.
Pistachio Honey: this was a completely different yet moderately similar taste. I know that’s an oxymoron description in and of itself. The honey flavor went well with the torrone scoop on top, but the pistachio gave it a more «savory» feel to it. Yet it wasn’t really heavy handed. Like the citrus in the torrone, you could tell that there was something underlying in this scoop. However, pistachio does have more taste presence than the citrus in the torrone.
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The torrone was definitely more of my favorite compared to the pistachio honey. For some reason, it didn’t really wow me. It was good, and I would definitely go back. I did hear that they change their menu from season to season so that alone will keep me coming back to try new flavors!

I first went to this location for their Grand Opening. I really enjoyed trying out all the flavors and meeting Jeni. My favorite flavor is goat cheese and cherries. Not something that I would have thought before I tried it. I have been back recently. Unfortunately, on this second visit, I did not purchase any ice cream. Why? Because they didn’t have any flavors that I really wanted. :-(I have noticed that goat cheese and cherries has not been on the menu at any location that I have visited recently. They ice cream is the real deal and they a wide variety of creative flavors. However, not many of them sing to me. I am sure the staff is really busy doling out scoops, but more attention could be paid to cleanliness of the tables.

I never knew there was a Jeni’s in decatur! Mind. Blown.
I’ve only been to the one in midtown, before they closed down for the recall. I decided to wait a while till they started getting more flavors back into circulation.
Obviously, I immediately tracked down any flavor with peanut butter. I was able to taste test. Actually, I sampled a lot of different flavors. I tried the pistachio & honey, brown butter almond brittle, root beer, toasted coconut, and the salted peanut butter with chocolate flecks.
The toasted coconut was really delicious. You’ll find bits of actually toasted coconut in there so make sure you like that! The root beer tasted exactly like root beer, with the carbonation. Brown butter is basically what you think: kind of like brown sugar with almond. I ended up getting a single cup with a scoop of salted peanut butter and the pistachio & honey. They were both delicious. I liked the pistachio and honey because it wasn’t too sweet. It had a great balance.
The staff was very friendly and patient. They were informative about which ice creams go well together. One of the workers did accidentally give my friend the wrong scoop and got her the correct one. But I think it’s sad how they just threw the wrong one out. They wouldn’t let us just eat it anyways. If it’s going to go to waste, might as well let it be eaten instead of going to the trash. I thought that was weird.
Overall, solid ice cream. I hear their sobets are really good, but there was a line forming and I didn’t want to hold it up by trying every single flavor there.

Coconut ice cream to die for. I ordered one scoop of coconut and one scoop of the salted peanut butter flavor and was not disappointed.
It is rather expensive (in part due to the waffle cone I had to have) but well worth the treat. This was my second time here and I will definitely be back! It’s a good thing my family lives in Ohio, the birthplace of Jeni’s.

First time getting to experience Jeni’s was in samples at Krog market, so when everyone was craving ice cream after getting some Victory and with no King of Pops around, off to Jeni’s it was!
They have a great variety of flavors, wildberry lavender, bourbon salted pecan, mango lassi, black currant, a bunch of sorbet and your delicious ice cream staples — chocolate, vanilla, and their toppings look really amazing too and a perfect compliment. The ice cream sandwiches also look like they’ve be a tasty option. Often times they change out their flavors too, with seasonal or just new flavors in general.
The ice cream is really smooth and rich. I can only eat so much ice cream before I get kinda sick, but this ice cream was making me wish I could eat more than I could have. It’s just really good. Side note– despite what I had, it did not make me sick. I’m typically very sensitive to dairy so sometimes it’s hit or miss. So for the dairy sensitive, maybe you wouldn’t be caught dead in here, but if you’re on the fence and can handle some, I’d say the quality is on point. It’s probably this quality that made me not feel sick after eating their products too. You can tastes a world of difference in them.
My only hang up is, for such a gourmet ice cream shop, they don’t actually offer non-​dairy options besides the sorbet. There is only so much sorbet and tart I can handle, and given there are so many great non-​dairy ice cream based options that tastes phenomenal, I’m sure they could make something even more amazing. Til then, Jeni’s is A-​okay in my book, and oh, so many flavorful options.~

So impressed by this little ice cream parlor. The interior is just as satisfying as the ice cream.
Went here 20 min before they closed, around 11 on a weekday and was pleased to see it packed! The flavors are all written on the wall behind the workers and boy are they overwhelming. There’s only so many adjectives you can put on ice cream flavors!
Workers are very friendly and puts up with curious customers asking to try 7 diff flavors. A tad bit pricey for two scoops of ice cream but honestly it’s worth every little bite. 5 $ for two scoops on a wafer or sugar cone or in a little cup. 1 $ extra for a waffle cone.
Got the wafer cone with a scoop of sweet cream and butter almond brittle. I couldn’t finish it fast enough! Just the right balance of sweet and nutty but not too overwhelming like some ice cream places. The pecan chunks are like little treasures for your tastebuds.
I’m craving some as we speak and this will def be a go to place whenever I’m in the area.

Jeni’s is a must-​visit if you’re in Atlanta. It was the place I knew I had to go to when I went to Atlanta for work. First off, the staff is really friendly and they let you sample as many flavors as you want. None of that «one sample» only going on here. They embody the Southern hospitality for ice cream.
I am OBSESSED with their Almond Butter Brittle. Oh heavenly. My friend swears by their Coffee flavor as well. I got the Dark Chocolate and wasn’t as in love with it as my other choice. Their Sweet Cream wasn’t very flavorful.
I mean ultimately, this is the place to go for your ice cream fix. $ 5 for a Small is a hefty price but you know what? Totally worth it!

I really like Jeni’s, been here a few times and it does the job well! You know what job I’m talking about right? That I scream for ice cream type of job. Jokes aside this place is great when it comes to ice cream.
The ice cream is based off of butter-​cream so this give a very smooth texture and finish to it. Everything in terms of ingredients they advertise as natural and organic, no synthetics added.
You get to choose from an assortment of flavors (menu link below includes yogurt as well!) that can be put in either a cone or a cup with topping if that’s your fancy. I’m a cone type person and they give you a pretty decent size scoop here. Two scoops is more than enough for one person. To me ice cream is great year round no matter what the season is.
Check out this scoop shop if you’re in the area and let me know your thoughts as well. It’s always a splendid time when I go.
My Recommendations:
–Brown Butter Almond Brittle
Menu:

Hmmm. I finally get to go here. Glad the date was up for it this past Sunday evening. They are known for their waffle cones, and golly, as you enter, you will get a waft of ‘them’ cones. You can sample your little heart out. The employees seemed patient enough. Some were more friendly and energetic than others, but that’s how it is. You can’t always get the Publix or Chic fil a friendliness.
Anyway, it may seem that the flavors are periodically switched out. You have the option of the regular ice cream or yogurt flavors. The ice cream was too sweet in imo as they added choc syrup to our two scoop of Bourbon salted pecan choice. The yogurt flavors I sampled (mango and passion fruit) was too tart for my taste buds. There were other treats such as root beer floats as well. And btw, the huge fortune cookie made from the waffles was so adoarble, and yes, there was a fortune inside. lol.
The vibe here was colorful and relaxing. There were seats both inside and outside for chilling. For about $ 9 for what we got (see my pic), I think it’s rather expensive. I suppose it’s more localized and has a rep like Ben & Jerry’s.

Food
$ 9 for double sundae.
Do you like sugar and fat? Of course you do. The ice cream is great. Lots of sugar. Lots of fat. There are some unique flavors. Their waffle cones smell amazing and taste amazing but I wanted more. Can I just order waffle cones without the ice cream?
My complain is that $ 9 for about 7oz of deliciousness. I had to take out a loan to pay for it.
Décor
It looks like a basic ice cream shop.
Service
Friendly staff that doesn’t rush you and lets you taste test many flavors.
Would I come here again?
Probably not. My affinity for sugar has declined as I have gotten older. Now I just want meat.

OMG… I am a super fan of Jeni’s! When this place closed because of Listeria, I really really disappointed! Now they are open and running. Not all of my favorites are in stock but I am very happy that they are re-​opened.
If you never had Jeni’s, you have to give it a shot!!! It will totally change your life. I am lactose intolerant but I still come to Jeni’s all the time! They do have a few sorbet options. My favorites are Riesling Pear Sorbet and Brambleberry Crisp! This is my crack! It totally helps me and made me smile when I have a stressful day! Riesling Pear Sorbet is not so sweet and very refreshing! Brambleberry Crisp is sweet and it melts in your mouth. Brown Butter Almond Brittle and Goat Cheese with red cherries are pretty good as well! Anyways, I am a super fan and I am super happy mostly!!! I think Jeni’s is one of my secrets of my happiness! HAHAHA

Jeni’s Splendid Ice cream is deff. a must try on my list and I finally had a chance to try it the other day! I love the fact that its only 14 min away from my Dad’s so now I can have their ice cream every time I visit him!
Both my dad and I are Ice cream lovers so we were excited to try this place out. I tried alot of Jeni’s flavors already, but the one that stood out the most to me would have to be the following:
–Coffee with sugar & cream (VERY VERY Creamy and coffeey. LOVE IT!)
–Savannah Buttermint (Very creamy and a nice minty freshness to it)
–The milkiest chocolat in the world (chocolate lover’s sweetest dream)
I really like the above flavors and yes, it’s pretty pricey at Jeni’s but you really do get what you pay for! The quality is superior and it’s deff. worth the money!
FYI: A cake cone with one scoop of ice cream is around 6 $.
A pint to take home is 12 – 13 $.
Give Jeni’s a try!

Premium ice cream with unique flavors. Even your standard chocolate ice cream has a twist.
As an Ohioan for five years, I was happy to see that Jeni’s had also made the long journey across the country to Atlanta. A logical move, since it’s so much warmer than Columbus and Cleveland. Jeni’s sells a large amount of standard flavors and has an almost equal amount of seasonal flavors. Those who like traditional flavors will be able to find vanilla and chocolate (with more elaborate names). As a bonus, there’s different types of chocolate flavors. If you like milk chocolate, you can order milk chocolate. If you prefer dark, there’s dark chocolate. You’ll also find ice creams flavored with liquors, spices you’d never think would taste good with dessert, and ice cream sandwiches. I tried one of the ice cream sandwiches for the first time recently and think it’s definitely worth ordering again.
The waffle cones are made fresh at the front door, which are $ 1 additional. If you order a trio (3 scoops), you’ll get a piece of waffle cone for free. They’re extremely generous with samples, so ask for whatever you want to try. My favorite flavor, which I order almost every time, is the riesling poached pear sorbet. It’s light, refreshing, and has a strong pear flavor. When you find your own favorite, you can order yourself a pint to take home.

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams opened its second Georgia location at Decatur Square on November 6, 2014. Just like its location at Westside Provisions in Atlanta (opened October 24, 2013), Jeni’s Decatur Square had a Q4 opening. For locals, everything you’ve come to know and love about Jeni’s Westside is true at Jeni’s Decatur. That is great ice cream made with high quality ingredients and a large selection of creative and unique flavors you can’t find anywhere else.
All of Jeni’s artisan ice creams are made in small batches at a production facility in Columbus, Ohio, where the company is headquartered. The ice cream is then shipped to all the different «Scoop Shops» (retail storefronts) around the country. The Decatur Square Scoop Shop is located directly behind the old courthouse. If facing The Iberian Pig and Mac McGee Irish Pub, it’s to the right. Like other Jeni’s outlets, the Decatur location has a clean, brightly lit design consisting of light wood and large white tile construction. The Decatur store is relatively spacious and contains more seating than the Westside store. There are outdoor tables too.
Jeni’s sells $ 5 smalls (two scoops of ice cream) and $ 6 trios (three scoops) in cup or cone. For 50 cents to $ 1 extra each, you can add gravel (dried toppings such as crumbled graham crackers), sauce (e.g. hot fudge, butterscotch), a waffle cone, smoked almonds, sprinkles, hand-​whipped cream and more. The store carries about two dozen flavors at any given time, half of which are special, limited edition, seasonal, and/​or rotating flavors. In addition, the store sells pint-​sized take-​home tubs of ice cream (select flavors only), ice cream sandwiches, and $ 6 floats made with Boylan root beer (delicious) or dry soda.
Since all the Scoop Shops source their ice cream from the same facility, the taste is the same no matter which shop you go to. Ask for samples. There are so many different and unusual ice cream flavors to try and it seems like new flavors are constantly popping up. I’ll break down some of my favorite flavors below as well as comment on flavors I found particularly interesting.
Signature Flavors (mainstays):
–Askinosie Dark Milk Chocolate — One of the better chocolate ice creams I’ve tried. Exceptionally dark and rich. I like the appetizing texture of the cocoa flecks.
–Brown Butter Almond Brittle — One of my favorite flavors at Jeni’s. A little bit salty with bits of crunchy almonds.
–The Buckeye State — Peanut butter and chocolate. Very good.
–Coffee with Cream & Sugar — I like coffee ice cream and this one is smooth and satisfying. Simple and nicely done.
–Ndali Estate Vanilla Bean — Made from vanilla beans from the Ndali Estate in Uganda (fair trade).
–Wildberry Lavender — A very berry, fruity-​flavored ice cream. It tastes like Trix cereal.
Limited Edition Flavors:
–Bangkok Peanut — Salty and peanutty. You can really feel the spicy cayenne kick at the end. Not really one I enjoy more than a scoop of, but it’s an ice cream flavor that has to be experienced at least once for what they’re able to pull off.
–Black Currant Lambic Sorbet — This one is interesting because it’s made with Lambic, a sour Belgian beer. Quite tart.
–Buttercup Pumpkin with Amaretti Cookies — Sweet, and mildly pumpkin and almond flavored.
–Cranberry Parfait Buttermilk Frozen Yogurt — A creamy berry yogurt with strong flavor. Good, but not for everyone.
–Lime Cardamom Buttermilk Frozen Yogurt — This one tastes like key lime pie.
–Sweet Corn & Black Raspberries — It tastes just like it sounds. Made with fresh Ohio creamed corn. Try it.
–Sweet Potato with Torched Marshmallows — Surprisingly good. The sweet candied yam flavor really shines through.
Service is good. Lines are the norm, especially since people like to sample.
Metered street parking in Decatur is free after 6pm, Monday-​Saturday, and is free all day Sunday. Parking in the nearby courthouse deck is free after 5pm.

This is the second Atlanta location for this ice cream chain based in Ohio. This new location is right across Decatur square and walking distance from the Marta station next to iberian pig and square pub .Out side there is some seats and more inside verse s there west-​side location.
Pricing
Cups Sundaes (includes extras)
Small 5.00 7.00
Trio 6.00 8.00
Extras
Waffle cone, Sauce or Gravel 1.00 extra
Smokes Almonds or Hand whipped cream 0.50 extra
Flavors
Lets say they have something for everybody. I have had the buttercup pumpkin with amaretti, dark chocolate peppermint and rum ball (dark chocolate with scotch rum). My favorite sorbet is the Riesling poached pear sorbet. Waffle cones are made in house daily. Pints and ice cream sandwiches are available along side there famous ice cream and sorbet. Overall great ice cream shop with a extensive rotating flavors make every visit a great experience.