The Franklin Fountain

Ice cream shop · Old City

16

@eater

The Ultimate Philly Ice Cream Shops

"Few spots do justice to nostalgic soda shop vibes like the Franklin Fountain, an Old City destination from brothers Ryan and Eric Berley. The business only dates back to 2004 but sits in a lovingly renovated and restored historic building. Go for one of the decadent sundaes, like the Stock Market Crunch with rocky road ice cream (invented in 1929), peanut butter sauce, salted pretzels, and whipped cream. The Berleys also run the Franklin Ice Cream Bar next door, several seasonal shops, and Shane Confectionery, which was founded in 1863." - Ernest Owens, Eater Staff

https://philly.eater.com/maps/best-ice-cream-philadelphia

116 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Get directions

franklinfountain.com
@franklinfountain

16 Postcards

See full details

More Places For You

The Dutch

Brunch restaurant · Passyunk Square

Nestled in East Passyunk, The Dutch serves up heartwarming Pennsylvania Dutch classics and casual vibes from a cozy corner spot—perfect for brunching any day.

10 Postcards

Barcade

Bar · Fishtown

Barcade in Fishtown is a retro paradise where vintage games meet an impressive craft beer selection, creating the ultimate nostalgic hangout.

5 Postcards

Dock Street Brewery West

Brewery · Cedar Park

Nestled in a repurposed firehouse, this laid-back brewpub serves up inventive wood-fired pizzas and seasonal drafts, making it a West Philly gem.

2 Postcards

Lakay

Caribbean restaurant · Lawndale

Fritay Lakay in Lawndale serves up comforting Haitian dishes like hearty bouillon and delicious plantain porridge, plus breakfast options that'll keep you warm.

3 Postcards

Bodega Bar & Kitchen

Latin American restaurant · Washington Square West

Bodega Bar and Kitchen brings a Latin vibe to Center City with trendy cocktails, tapas-style bites, and a lively atmosphere perfect for a night out.

2 Postcards

China Gourmet

Chinese restaurant · Mayfair

China Gourmet is a lively Cantonese hotspot in Northeast Philly, known for its expansive dim sum selection and seafood delights in a buzzing banquet setting.

15 Postcards

Pizza Brain

Pizza restaurant · Fishtown

In Fishtown, Pizza Brain serves up quirky, large thin-crust artisanal pies amid the world’s largest pizza memorabilia collection, plus nearby craft ice cream.

9 Postcards

Morimoto

Restaurant · Old City

Morimoto dazzles with a vibrant, Tron-like atmosphere and an exquisite omakase experience, making it the ultimate sushi destination in Center City.

8 Postcards

Wm. Mulherin’s Sons

Italian restaurant · Fishtown

This chic Fishtown spot transforms a 1900s whiskey distillery into a cozy Italian restaurant plus boutique hotel with killer wood-fired pizzas and inventive pasta.

21 Postcards

Bloomsday Restaurant & Wine Bar

Restaurant · Society Hill

Bloomsday Café: a cozy Headhouse Square spot blending specialty coffee, natural wines from small producers, and playful local small plates that keep you coming back.

18 Postcards