Overview

Jimmy's Ice Cream, nestled in the quiet charm of Cresco, PA, offers a refreshing retreat for ice cream lovers looking for classic, no-frills treats. Located at 916 PA-390, this local gem serves up both soft serve and hard ice cream with a focus on generous portions and familiar flavors. The highlight of their menu is undoubtedly the Banana Split, a nostalgic favorite that embodies the simple pleasures this shop excels in delivering.

The experience at Jimmy's is warm and welcoming, largely thanks to the attentive crew who handle both register and service with genuine friendliness. Whether you’re stopping by on a hot summer afternoon or finishing off a meal next door at the Mountain Home Diner, Jimmy’s complements the local dining scene perfectly. The diner provides a full meal experience, while Jimmy's covers the dessert cravings, making this pairing a convenient stop for families and travelers alike.

Jimmy’s Ice Cream caters to a broad audience—from kids seeking a classic cone to adults craving a rich sundae or a lush shake. The shop offers a variety of options including soft serve, sundaes, shakes, and even “arctic swirls,” where popular toppings like Oreos or Reese’s cups are blended right in. For those wanting something lighter, Italian water ice enhances the choice available.

Space-wise, Jimmy’s retains a modest, down-to-earth vibe, emphasizing quality and quantity over fancy décor or an extensive flavor list. While some might wish for a wider variety of flavors, the selection is straightforward and satisfying. The shop operates on a cash-only basis, which adds a small rustic touch, though it requires some planning for visitors. Pricing is fair and portions are ample, making it a budget-friendly stop.

Although no longer owned by Jimmy himself, the commitment to tasty, satisfying ice cream remains steadfast. This spot is ideal for those seeking comfort in classic dessert offerings without pretension—perfect for locals and visitors exploring the Pennsylvania countryside who want a sweet pause in their day.


What Customers Say

J. Mortola
Mar 26,2026
5/5
Love this spot... nice variety, young man at the register is also the server and is as accomodating as can be... soft serve, hard ice cream, cones, sundaes, banana split ,shakes... you name it
Jonathan Dimmick
Mar 26,2026
5/5
Great off the beaten path pace for I've cream and cheap, altho if I had anything bad to say it would be that they don't have very many flavors altho the mountain home diner is next door so you can have dinner then ice cream for desert
John Emanuel
Mar 26,2026
5/5
Excellent soft serve ice cream! I highly recommend getting a sundae or cup! Just keep in mind they are CASH ONLY!
Amanda Reiser
Mar 26,2026
5/5
Nice local ice cream shop. Perfect stop on a hot summers day. Plenty of hard ice cream choices, water ice (Italian ice) as well as soft serve with the ability to make shakes, sundaes, and artic swirls (soft serve with a blended in topping like Oreos, Snickers, or Reese's cups). There are generous servings especially with the artic swirls and shakes. Just note that this ice cream place is cash only, no credit cards accepted! However, the Mountain home diner right next door is a great place to grab a meal and they take card.
Ryan Patenaude
Mar 26,2026
4/5
No longer owned by Jimmy. Ice cream was delicious, portions were large, prices were reasonable. Nothing fancy. We had 4 mediums in waffle cones.
Mrunal Saraiya
Mar 26,2026
5/5
Excellent ice-cream after a 4 hour zipline adventure
Theresa Frangos
Mar 26,2026
5/5
Tasty, friendly, quick, reasonably priced. A great little spot for ice cream.
Annie
Mar 26,2026
5/5
Great "hard ice cream" sundae! Milkshakes were cheap but not too good so I would skip it if I were you.

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