Nicey Treat

Nicey Treat is a charming local ice cream shop in downtown Zionsville that's become a family favorite for its creative, handcrafted flavors and welcoming atmosphere. The shop offers a delightful mix of classic and inventive ice cream flavors that appeal to both adventurous young taste-testers and more traditional kids, making it the perfect reward after exploring downtown Zionsville's brick-lined streets and unique shops.

• ✓Rotating handcrafted flavors that change with the seasons
• ✓Generous portions even in kids' sizes
• ✓Friendly staff who are patient with indecisive young customers
• ✓Classic parlor atmosphere with a modern, clean aesthetic
• ✓Options for dietary restrictions including dairy-free selections

1. 1.Arrive early evening on weekends to avoid the post-dinner rush when lines can stretch out the door
2. 2.Park in the public lots along Main Street and make the ice cream shop part of a downtown Zionsville stroll
3. 3.Ask for sample spoons to let kids taste before committing,staff are friendly about letting children try multiple flavors
4. 4.Bring wet wipes or napkins for sticky fingers, especially in summer when cones melt quickly
5. 5.Consider taking your treats to nearby Lincoln Park just a few blocks away for picnic-style enjoyment

Visit on weekday afternoons (2-4pm) for shorter lines, or make it a Friday evening family tradition. Summer evenings are busiest but offer the best downtown Zionsville atmosphere. Fall and spring afternoons provide comfortable weather for enjoying treats on nearby benches.

Budget-friendly with kids' sizes starting around $3-4 and regular sizes under $6. Street parking is available throughout downtown Zionsville, with several public lots within easy walking distance. The shop has a small indoor seating area, but outdoor benches are plentiful in the downtown area.

Open year-round, making it a great treat destination even in winter months. Summer brings the longest hours and most creative seasonal flavors. Check their social media for special holiday flavors around Christmas and fall harvest time.

Downtown Zionsville offers several family-friendly options within walking distance, including Scratch Homemade Pizza for build-your-own pies that kids love, and Bub's Café for casual American fare with a kids' menu.