The days are getting warmer and warmer, and you know what that means: ice cream season is upon us once more! Check out the following ice cream shops in Maryland that will make your sweet tooth go totally nuts. How many will you visit? We think you should visit them all. You know… for science:

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What are the best ice cream shops in Maryland?  

Would you believe us if we told you Maryland is home to a cornucopia of delightful ice cream shops, each coming with their own distinctive charms. Some shops, however, stand out above the rest, frequently making “best of” lists and topping the rating charts on Google and TripAdvisor. Some of those particularly loved shops include Rocky Point Creamery, in Tuscacora, with an astonishing nearly-5-star rating by more than 1,000 reviews, and The Charmery in Baltimore is rated very similarly by just as many patrons. Maryland is lucky to have so many brilliant and delicious places to find top-notch ice cream. Nutter’s Ice Cream in Sharpsburg is also well worth a visit! For a closer look at one of our favorite ice cream shops, this article takes a dive into the legend that is Hoffman’s Homemade Ice Cream, in Carroll County.  

Where can I find the best desserts in Maryland? 

Oh, goodness. Where to begin? Maryland is home to bunches of delightful establishments that pull out all the stops in the dessert department. Some are shops that specialize in sweet treats and dishes, and some are restaurants that serve up desserts of their own that are simply to die for. Among the top choices of locals are places like Insomnia Cookies, a service that delivers cookies until late into the night (as the name implies). Don’t let it being a chain fool you; there’s a reason Insomnia Cookies is popping up everywhere, and it’s worth discovering for yourself. Cinnaholic, a Baltimore bakery from Heaven perfect for all things sweet and cinnamony, including their world-famous cinnamon rolls. You also can’t miss Dessert & Company, another local baker with incredible talent that you simply must sample for yourself.  

What are the best restaurants in Maryland? 

Maryland isn’t just a dessert hotspot! Some of the top picks by locals and visitors alike in the restaurants and dinners department include The Capital Grille, in Maryland, nearby the National Aquarium. The rave reviews are enough to make you want to try it on their own, but don’t take our word for it – you've got to experience it for yourself, ASAP. Friendly Farm Restaurant is a family-friendly delight that’s simply destined to please, and Woodberry Kitchen is also well-deserving of its remarkably high ratings.  

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