Big Olaf Creamery of St Armands

Big Olaf Creamery is a beloved local ice cream shop on St Armands Circle that's been delighting families with generous scoops of homemade ice cream in creative flavors. The fun, relaxed atmosphere and seriously large portions make it a perfect sweet treat stop after a day at nearby Lido Beach or while exploring the shops and galleries of St Armands.

• ✓Homemade ice cream in unique and seasonal flavors that change regularly
• ✓Enormous portion sizes that offer great value for families
• ✓Fun, casual atmosphere where sticky fingers and happy chaos are part of the experience
• ✓Prime location on St Armands Circle for combining with shopping or beach visits
• ✓Friendly staff who are patient with indecisive young customers

1. 1.Portions are genuinely huge here,consider ordering kids' sizes even for adults or plan to share, especially if you have multiple kids
2. 2.Ask for a sample before committing to a flavor; staff are happy to let kids taste a few options
3. 3.Arrive early evening (around 6-7pm) to avoid the after-dinner rush when lines can stretch out the door
4. 4.Grab extra napkins before sitting down,these generous scoops can get messy quickly with little ones
5. 5.Park in the public lots on St Armands Circle and make ice cream part of a stroll around the charming shopping district

Visit on weekday afternoons (2-4pm) before the dinner crowd arrives, or early evening if you want to combine it with a sunset walk. Winter and spring (November-April) offer the most pleasant weather for enjoying ice cream outdoors without the intense summer heat.

With the dollar sign price point, expect to spend $5-8 per person for generous servings. Street and lot parking available on St Armands Circle. Seating is limited inside, but outdoor benches are perfect for families.

Seasonal flavors rotate throughout the year, with special holiday offerings during winter months. Summer brings the biggest crowds as tourists flock to the area. The outdoor seating is most enjoyable during cooler months (October-April).

Head to Shore Diner for classic American comfort food in a retro atmosphere, or try Columbia Restaurant on St Armands for family-style Spanish cuisine with a kids' menu,both are within easy walking distance on the Circle.