Sometimes it seems like the world is changing so fast that you hardly recognize the world you grew up in. If you're starting to feel Old Florida slip away, rest assured there are still plenty of classic establishments in the Sunshine State. There's nothing more comforting than ice cream, and it's nice to know that places like this very special ice cream shop in Fort Myers haven't changed much in five decades. If it ain't broke, why fix it? Here's a tour of Love Boat Ice Cream in Florida:
Love Boat Homemade Ice Cream in Fort Myers is best classified as a local landmark.
Not only has it been beloved by locals for 50 years, it's rated as the #1 place to eat dessert in Fort Myers on TripAdvisor.
It's safe to assume that this is not some freezer aisle ice cream you can find anywhere. This is delicious, unique, absolutely perfect homemade ice cream.
And in case you're one of those people who isn't satisfied with chocolate or vanilla, there are enough choices here to make your head spin.
You can find everything from strawberry cheesecake to banana walnut fudge to salted caramel bacon. And folks go crazy for the Gator Tracks.
If you decide to visit Love Boat, you can expect a line (if you're lucky it will just be inside and not out the door).
But that's a small price to pay for some of the best ice cream you've ever tasted.
Have a mighty sweet tooth? Dig in to their large super sundae! This delightful treat will bring back loads of happy childhood memories.
Even when it comes to the cone to hold your frosty treat, there are plenty of styles to choose from.
The "small" sized cones are ridiculously huge, piled high with three scoops. And the large cones? Forget about it.
It's cute and pretty small inside, but don't worry.
There's nothing like eating ice cream outdoors on a beautiful day.
Love Boat Ice Cream has three brick-and-mortar locations in Florida in addition to their roaming food truck. To learn more about their flavors, hours, and addresses, visit their website here.
Have you ever visited Love Boat Ice Cream in Florida? If so, we want to hear all about it! Share your thoughts with us in the comments below. And if you know another local gem we should feature, nominate it on our online form here.
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