Artisan Ice Cream Shop in Arlington, TX
Premium Ice Cream,Built the Right Way
Some of the best moments in Arlington happen one scoop at a time.
Milwaukee Joe's brings its beloved handcrafted, small-batch artisan ice cream to Arlington, the same ultra-premium quality that's made us a trusted DFW family institution for over 30 years.
Every batch is still churned the old-fashioned way. Small-volume. High-care. Real ingredients. No fillers. No shortcuts.
One Kitchen. One Location. Zero Shortcuts.
All of our small-batch magic happens at 1417 Main Street, Southlake, TX 76092.
just 15-20 minutes from Colleyville, and closer than you think.
What We Serve to Arlington Customers
Something for every craving, crafted with the same no-shortcuts care, every single time.
- Scooped Ice CreamMini, small, and large sizes served in freshly hand-rolled waffle cones. We make ~200,000 cones a year, all in-house. Yes, our arms know.
- Handcrafted ShakesThick, indulgent shakes built on our small-batch base. Chocolate, vanilla, and rotating seasonal flavors. These aren't shortcuts in a cup — they're commitment in a cup. Signature + Seasonal
- Ice Cream Pies signature varieties: Turtle Sundae, Mud Pie
- Custom Ice Cream CakesOrder online or walk in and build your dream. Birthdays, corporate events, graduations — custom cakes are over 50% of our cake sales for a reason. Order Ahead
- Dairy-Free Fruit Sorbets 12 rotating seasonal sorbet flavors crafted without dairy. Bright, fruity, and made with the exact same care as everything else we scoop. 12 Rotating Flavors
- Take-Home PintsFull 16oz pints,not the downsized versions you find elsewhere. Game days, movie nights, personal emergencies. We don't believe in shrinkflation. Full 16oz · Not Downsized
Why Arlington Chooses Milwaukee Joe's Artisan Ice Cream
Arlington has options. Here's why locals keep coming back and bringing their friends.
- The Science of Better Ice Cream: We churn in small batches because science says so: smaller batch = more control = more intense flavor = creamier texture. Chemistry doesn't lie. Velvet texture > icy scoop. Yes, we tested that.
- Flavors With a Passport: Our flavor library of nearly 300 varieties draws from India, Mexico, Southeast Asia, and the American South. Specialty ingredients are sourced authentically, flash-frozen at origin, not approximated.
- Made In-House, From Scratch: Our Belgian chocolate is crafted in-house from cocoa beans. Our waffle cones are hand-rolled on-site. Our cakes are built to order. Every step done with care, not convenience.
- 30+ Years of Family Heritage: Founded on Wisconsin-quality dairy traditions and now led by third-generation family ownership under Dr. Anal Desai. "No shortcuts" has been the house rule since before most competitors existed.
- A DFW Brand That Belongs HereTexas dairies: DFW restaurant partnerships. Corporate clients across North Texas. Milwaukee Joe's is a Texas brand with an international palate and Arlington is exactly where we belong.
- Always Rotating, Never Boring: With ~30 rotating flavors + 2–3 seasonal specials every week, there's always a reason to come back. Our flavor board is never stale. Neither is our ice cream.
Serving Irving Residents from Southlake
We serve the Arlington community and surrounding areas, including Downtown Arlington | Pantego | Dalworthington Gardens | Mansfield | Grand Prairie | North Arlington | Kennedale & Everman | Euless, Bedford & Hurst | Near AT&T Stadium | Near Globe Life Field | Near UT Arlington | River Legacy Parks area
Stop by Our Shop & grab a creamy scoop
- Address: 1417 Main Street, Southlake, TX 76092, United States
- Phone: (469) 466-8090
Tailored Catering Options for Arlington Weddings, Parties, & Corporate Events
Our Ice Cream Categories
Gallery of Our Creations
Ready for Your Best Scoop in Arlington?
Great ice cream isn't found it's crafted.
Come experience what three decades of no-shortcuts artisanship actually tastes like.
Call us at(469) 466-8090, order online, or request catering today.
Frequently Asked Questions – Artisan Ice Cream in Arlington, TX
IsMilwaukee Joe's ice cream made locally?
Yes. Our ice cream is handcrafted in small batches using premium ingredients, including dairy sourced from Texas farms. Every scoop reflects local sourcing and artisanal craft.
What flavors are available at the store?
We carry ~30 signature flavors at any time, plus 2–3 seasonal specials that rotate weekly. Check our website or call ahead for specific flavors — variety is kind of our thing.
Do you offer dairy-free options?
Yes ,we offer a rotating selection of 12 dairy-free fruit sorbets that change seasonally, made without any dairy products.
Do you cater corporate events in Arlington?
Yes. We offer custom-branded ice cream experiences for corporate events of all sizes across DFW and Tarrant County. Reach out to discuss your event needs.
What makes Milwaukee Joe's different from other ice cream shops?
Three things: craft, ingredients, and history. Small-batch churning. Ultra-premium dairy. Nearly 300 flavors. 30+ years of no-shortcuts tradition. This is the real thing.
Are your waffle cones made fresh in-store?
Yes. Every waffle cone is handmade on-site . Freshness is non-negotiable at every level of the experience.
Business Facts:
Milwaukee Joe's
- Service Area: Milwaukee Joe's Artisan Ice Creams serves customers in Irvings and throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth area.
- Headquarters: Located in Southlake, Texas.
- Specialty: Produces small-batch artisan ice cream.
- Services: Offers in-store service, local delivery, and catering services.
- Custom Orders: Custom ice cream cakes and pies are available for pickup or local delivery.
- Established: The business has operated since 1995.
- Business Type: Ice cream shop.
- Founder & CEO: Parul Desai.
