Academy of Cream

Dunedin, FL · Ice cream shop

Rating
4.9/5
★★★★★ 4.9
Reviews
20
Rank in Dunedin
#5
of 136 restaurants
City Percentile
82%
rating percentile
Address
Academy of Cream, 1412 Pinehurst Rd, Dunedin, FL 34698
Phone
(727) 340-4995
Status
Open · Closes 9 PM

Academy of Cream is a restaurant located in Dunedin, FL. It is one of 136 restaurants listed in Dunedin. Its 4.9-star rating is above the Dunedin city average of 4.5 stars. It ranks #5 among Dunedin restaurants by combined rating and review volume. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Academy of Cream

We have a cool vibe, a clean shop and free parking. We also have Amazing Premium Ice Cream, Handmade Empanadas, All Beef Hot Dogs and Nachos and Cheese. We are pretty confident you will leave with a smile! So what are you waiting for?? See ya soon!

Hours

Saturday11 AM–9 PM
SundayClosed
Monday11 AM–8 PM
Tuesday11 AM–8 PM
Wednesday11 AM–8 PM
Thursday11 AM–8 PM
Friday11 AM–9 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Mechell Lord · Jan 2026

It was my daughter‘s birthday and when I asked her where she wanted to go for her birthday, she said we have to go to academy of cream. This was my first visit and as soon as we walked in, Marc was super friendly and nice. The empanadas were amazing literally go for the empanadas. I don’t care how far you have to travel. It’s worth the drive. Also, it doesn’t get better than ice cream made with real ingredients. It’s the best ice cream I’ve had in Dunedin.

★★★★★ 5.0 Nicole Longwell · Oct 2025

Delightful discovery for me, recommended by a client. The ice cream and shake is so delicious and creamy. You can taste that it's made with quality ingredients. The owner and the person working were really nice and fun to talk to. I got a pint and milkshake to go. The milkshake was gone in less than 6 minutes; it didn't even make it home. The brain freeze was so worth it. 😆

★★★★★ 5.0 Jacci Ciavarella · Sep 2025

I found this gem on Facebook and everyone raved about how amazing the ice cream is!!! Well let me tell you everyone is spot on. From the moment we walked in we had a warm greeting from the owner Mark. Kailyn (I hope I spelled it right) was also super!!! They let us sample so many different flavors and enjoyed telling us about them. There was too many that were so good it was hard to choose. The ice cream is so creamy and full of flavor, it’s the best ice cream we have found in Florida hands down. Here’s the funny part as we were talking I asked how he got started in the ice cream business and come to find out he is from my home town!!! I loved his ice cream back then and love it now! If you haven’t been, take the ride to Dunedin and give them a try! They will welcome you with many spoons o

★★★★★ 5.0 S P · Feb 2026

I was craving empanadas and was surprised when this place popped up on Google! Mark, the owner, is one of the most personable business owners I’ve ever met. He took the time to explain where the empanadas and ice cream come from. We went back for seconds of the beef empanadas, they absolutely exceeded my expectations. We also tried several ice cream flavors, but the mint chocolate was hands down my favorite. It genuinely reminded me of what ice cream tasted like when I was a kid. This spot is officially going into our regular rotation for both food and dessert. Highly recommend!

★★★★★ 5.0 Lindsey Brush · Jul 2025

Absolutely perfect. Mark, the owner, brought a great addition to the community. Academy of Cream serves an unusual yet exceptional combination of items including Yoder's Amish ice cream from Sarasota and homemade empanadas (a family recipe). No wonder he sells out. We will be back!

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Onsite Services ✓ Takeout ✓ Dine In ✓ Delivery ✓ Solo Dining ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Table Service ✓ Restroom ✓ Casual ✓ Cozy ✓ Groups ✓ Quick Visit ✓ Credit Cards ✓ Debit Cards ✓ Good For Kids

Services

Ice cream shop

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