U Dairy Creamery
Student-crafted ice cream made with fresh milk from the University of Delaware's own dairy farm. Unique flavors and a taste of local agriculture.
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U Dairy Creamery
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Fewer crowds, more relaxed vibe
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Student-crafted ice cream made with fresh milk from the University of Delaware's own dairy farm. Unique flavors and a taste of local agriculture.
"This is the best ice cream on the east coast. Fresh, creamy and incredible flavors."
✈️ Easy Road Trip Stop
Conveniently located just off I-95, making it a perfect quick stop for a delicious treat on your travels.
🍦 Try a Flight!
Sample four flavors with a 'flight' to discover your new favorite. Great for indecisive ice cream lovers!
Quick Facts
Hours
Rating
4.8 · 719 reviews
Type
Ice Cream Shop
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Unique Student-Created Flavors
Main Creamery
Taste innovative flavors like 'Nom Nom Nom' and 'U Be-Be Baby,' dreamed up by UD students. Limited editions add an exciting, ever-changing element.
Dairy-Free Options
Serving counter
A welcome surprise for those with dietary needs, offering delicious dairy-free choices like strawberry that don't compromise on taste.
Farm-to-Cone Experience
University of Delaware Dairy Farm
See where the magic happens! The ice cream is made with milk from the university's own dairy herd, ensuring peak freshness.
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✈️ Easy Road Trip Stop
Conveniently located just off I-95, making it a perfect quick stop for a delicious treat on your travels.
🍦 Try a Flight!
Sample four flavors with a 'flight' to discover your new favorite. Great for indecisive ice cream lovers!
🐶 Pup Cups Available
Bring your furry friend! They offer special 'pup cups' so your dog can enjoy a treat too.
🐄 Pet a Cow
If you're lucky, you might get to pet a cow, adding a fun farm experience to your visit.
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✈️ Easy Road Trip Stop
Conveniently located just off I-95, making it a perfect quick stop for a delicious treat on your travels.
🍦 Try a Flight!
Sample four flavors with a 'flight' to discover your new favorite. Great for indecisive ice cream lovers!
🐶 Pup Cups Available
Bring your furry friend! They offer special 'pup cups' so your dog can enjoy a treat too.
🐄 Pet a Cow
If you're lucky, you might get to pet a cow, adding a fun farm experience to your visit.
👕 Souvenir Shirts
Grab a UDairy Creamery t-shirt to remember your delicious visit and support the students.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Visitors rave about UDairy Creamery's unique, student-made ice cream flavors and the farm-fresh quality. The generous portions and friendly service are consistently highlighted as positives. While some find certain flavors unusual, the overall experience is highly recommended for its delicious treats and supportive mission.
"Probably my favorite ice cream shop at this point. I've had the pleasure of not only enjoying their ice cream for a few years now, but also touring the facilities where the ice cream (and cheese!) is made: in the Creamery itself and the Genuardi Food Innovation Laboratory next door.
It's cool to see the students in action, and the flavors they create are fantastic. My favorite regulars are Nom Nom Nom and U Be-Be Baby, plus I'm obsessed with the "limited edition" flavors CANR Cone-nection (created for Ag Day 2025) and the elusive Dela-Bear (released only when a bear visits close to campus).
Definitely recommend a visit if you're in the area!"
Katherine Young
"Came here with my girlfriend for ice cream and we were seriously impressed. I got the Fairy Floss and she had the U-Be-Be Baby — both were absolutely delicious. The flavors tasted fresh and authentic, not overly sweet or artificial. You can tell they use real ingredients. The service was great too — friendly and fast. Definitely a place worth visiting if you’re into quality ice cream!"
Michael Chang
"I was delighted to see so many choices for dairy free options for my daughter. It is challenging to find an ice cream place that offers dairy free choices, so while my kids were growing up, our family of 6 often didn't go to ice cream shops because I wouldn't go somewhere that she couldn't have a treat like her siblings. She really enjoyed the dairy free strawberry ice cream on a sugar cone. I had the peach ice cream, which was good but nothing special. My husband had one scoop of the all nighter on a sugar cone. Their helpings were generous and the staff was friendly despite how crowded it was. There is no indoor seating other than a few stools, and on a high temp day in the summer, it was too hot to sit outside, so we ate in our car."
Darcy D
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Frequently Asked Questions
🚇 🗺️ Getting There
UDairy Creamery is located at 535 S College Ave, Newark, DE 19713, on the University of Delaware campus. It's easily accessible by car and is noted as being only about a mile off I-95, making it a convenient stop for travelers. 
Parking availability can vary, especially during peak times. It's recommended to check for nearby campus parking lots or street parking options. Some visitors have mentioned eating in their cars on hot days due to limited outdoor seating.
While specific public transport routes aren't detailed, the campus location suggests that local bus services might be available. However, having a car is generally the most convenient way to reach the creamery.
Absolutely! Many travelers find it to be an excellent and quick stop just off I-95, perfect for a refreshing break and a taste of local flavor.
The creamery is situated on South College Avenue, a main thoroughfare on the University of Delaware campus. Following campus signage or using GPS should lead you directly to it.
🎫 🎫 Tickets & Entry
No tickets are required to enter UDairy Creamery. It operates as a retail shop where you can purchase ice cream and other products.
Operating hours can vary seasonally and may differ on weekends or holidays. It's best to check their official website or social media for the most up-to-date hours before your visit.
There is no admission fee to enter UDairy Creamery. You only pay for the ice cream and any other items you choose to purchase.
Some visitors have mentioned touring the facilities where the ice cream and cheese are made, including the Creamery itself and the Genuardi Food Innovation Laboratory. Inquire directly about tour availability.
UDairy Creamery sometimes hosts events, such as ice cream bars for residents or special flavor releases tied to campus events like Ag Day. Keep an eye on their announcements for upcoming activities.
🎫 🍦 Onsite Experience
They offer a wide variety of flavors, including popular regulars like 'Nom Nom Nom' and 'U Be-Be Baby,' as well as unique seasonal and limited-edition creations developed by students. They also have dairy-free options.
Yes, UDairy Creamery is known for offering dairy-free options, which are greatly appreciated by visitors with dietary restrictions. The strawberry dairy-free flavor is a popular choice.
Yes, you can purchase scoops of ice cream in cones or cups to enjoy on the go. They also offer generous portion sizes.
There is limited indoor seating, primarily a few stools. Outdoor seating is available but can be uncomfortable on very hot days. Some visitors opt to eat in their cars.
Yes, dogs are welcome! They offer 'pup cups' for your canine companions, making it a great spot to visit with your pet.
🍽️ 🍽️ Food & Dining
While primarily known for its premium ice cream, UDairy Creamery also produces and sells cheese made from the milk of their dairy cows.
No, UDairy Creamery is famous for its rotating selection of unique, student-created flavors, including seasonal and limited-edition options. While some favorites are regulars, expect new creations.
Portions are generally described as generous, meaning you get a good amount of ice cream for your purchase.
Yes, in addition to ice cream, UDairy Creamery sells cheese produced from their own dairy farm.
The 'flight' option, which includes four small scoops in a sampler boat, is highly recommended for trying a variety of flavors without committing to a full scoop of each.
📸 📸 Photography
Yes, there are several fun photo ops! Look for the cute cow cutout that's perfect for posing with your ice cream. The vibrant colors of the ice cream itself also make for great shots.
Daylight hours are best for capturing the vibrant colors of the ice cream and the creamery's exterior. Mid-afternoon on a weekday might offer fewer crowds for unobstructed photos.
While the creamery uses milk from the university's dairy farm, direct access to photograph the cows might depend on farm tour availability or specific campus events.
The cow cutout is a popular spot. Additionally, the colorful ice cream scoops themselves, especially when presented in a flight, make for visually appealing photos.
Visitors often capture photos of their ice cream cones, flights, the cow cutout, and sometimes the creamery's exterior. Candid shots of enjoying the ice cream are also popular.
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