Nothing Says Summer In Maryland Like A Trip To Shady Side Soft-Serve Ice Cream
By Beth|Published June 19, 2024
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Beth
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A lifelong Virginia resident, Beth loves exploring different parts of the world and currently resides in Charlottesville. She holds a degree in English Literature and one of her short stories has been featured in the Shenandoah Review. Other interests include hiking, songwriting, and spending time in the mountains.
Here in Maryland, there are certain things that seem to announce the arrival of summer: longer days, the sounds of crickets, and, if you’re anything like us, the anticipation of a trip to Shady Side Soft-Serve Ice Cream. A hallmark of summer in Maryland, this delightful local business has been dishing out mouthwatering frozen goodness for many, many seasons.
Shady Side Ice Cream is perhaps one of the greatest treasures of its kind hiding in Maryland. Located next to a laundromat in a totally nondescript location is some of the best soft-serve in our state.
No matter your reason for visiting this hidden gem, we bet you'll be planning your return visit very soon!
Have you ever taken a trip to Shady Side Soft-Serve Ice Cream? What did you think of this hidden gem of an ice cream shop? And what did you order there? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below — we’d love to hear your stories! Looking for more? Check out our list of some of the best places to get ice cream in Maryland. There really is something for everyone on the list!