Warm weather is finally upon us, and you know what that means: it’s time to start indulging in ice cream on a regular basis! After a long day of family fun, there’s nothing better than digging into a sweet treat, and the Metro Detroit area has no shortage of ice cream shops to explore. When your sweet tooth is acting up, look no further than these nine spots in and around the Motor City.

1. Burk’s Igloo (10300 Conant St., Hamtramck)

Make your way to Hamtramck for a generous serving of ice cream at this fantastic little stand, which truly never fails to delight. It’s tough to miss the blue building with a huge ice cream cone situated up top, and you’ll undoubtedly be back for seconds once you get a taste of these creamy creations.

2. Jim’s Frostie Treats (1528 E Eleven Mile Rd., Royal Oak)

Step up to the window at this Royal Oak eatery, which draws in countless hungry visitors each year. Generations of Detroiters have appreciated the quirky and welcoming vibe at Jim’s, where you’ll even find a life-size statue of Superman! Add in some delicious soft serve and you’ll be in heaven.

3. River Breeze Dairy Freeze (10800 E Jefferson Ave., Detroit)

If nothing else, the name of this ice cream shop in the Motor City is undoubtedly fun to say! On a hot spring or summer afternoon, nothing beats a stop at this Detroit fixture, which offers up everything from burgers to unbeatable soft serve. It doesn’t get much better than this.

4. Erma’s Original Frozen Custard (multiple locations)

This local chain might just be the most popular spot in Southeast Michigan for grabbing a chilly treat, and it’s easy to see why. Since 1942, Erma’s has served up a variety of unique and undeniably creamy custard options at its three locations in Shelby Township, Warren, and St. Clair Shores.

5. Family Treat (2010 Springwells St., Detroit)

Hot dogs, waffle cones topped with heaping soft serve, french fries - these are just a few of the reasons why Detroiters can’t get enough of Family Treat. For over 50 years, this lovely little spot has satisfied diners young and old with its seasonal offerings, including ice cream galore.

6. Grant’s Soft Serve (5103 Allen Rd., Allen Park)

Grant’s is your quintessential stop for sweet treats, and there’s no better place to relax after a tiring spring or summer day. Start off with a chili dog or hot pretzel, then satisfy that sweet tooth by indulging in one of the shop’s soft serve delights. The prices are right and the food is truly mouthwatering.

7. Detroit Water Ice Factory (1014 Woodward Ave., Detroit)

For a unique twist on your traditional ice cream shop, check out the Detroit Water Ice Factory. You’ll find a variety of sweet treats here, including delectable soft serve mixed in with cool and delicious slushie creations. As if that weren’t enough, 100% of the shop’s profits are returned to community organizations!

8. Custard Hut (25947 W Warren St., Dearborn Heights)

Four words: waffle ice cream sandwiches. When you stop in at the Custard Hut in Dearborn Heights, you’ll find this amazing creation and so much more. The waffle treat is exactly what it sounds like: your choice of custard sandwiched between two hot waffles. Talk about delicious!

9. Dairy Freezzz (24806 Van Dyke Ave., Center Line)

Whether you opt for a flurry, a specialty sundae, or a plain soft serve treat, you’re sure to be satisfied with your selection here at Dairy Freezzz. With friendly service, a vast menu, and some of the tastiest flavors in the Motor City area, it’s pretty much impossible not to return for seconds!

We want to hear from you! Did we leave any of your favorite Detroit-area sweet shops off our list? Please feel free to share your suggestions and experiences with us in the comment section below.