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Here Are Readers' Favorite Ice Cream Shops

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Eater asked, you answered. Readers have been sharing their favorite sources for local ice cream over the past week or so. Suburban spots, new D.C. joints and even some gelato places all made the cut. Have another favorite? Feel free to share in the comments.

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York Castle

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This Maryland institution specializes in tropical ice cream flavors.

Nicecream Factory

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This new Arlington ice cream purveyor uses liquid nitrogen to make its ice cream.

The Creamery

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It's not just a clever name - this Alexandria spot is known for super creamy ice cream.

Toby's Homemade Ice Cream & Coffee

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This ice cream purveyor in Arlington's Westover neighborhood has its fans.

Moorenko's

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Multiple readers like the homemade product from Moorenko's.

Dolcezza Gelato and Coffee

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Readers love this ever-growing empire of artisan gelato shops.

Dolci Gelati

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Dolcezza isn't the only gelato game in town. Readers are also fond of this wholesale gelato purveyor turned cafe.

Thomas Sweet Ice Cream Co.

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This Georgetown shop is a D.C. institution.

The Dairy Godmother

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Even President Barack Obama has stopped by to see what all the fuss is about at this Del Ray custard place.

Ice Cream Jubilee

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It's only been open a couple weeks and some readers are already hooked on this Navy Yard place.

Pops Old Fashioned Ice Cream Company

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Pop's is known for its historic Old Town location and its variety of flavors.

Annapolis Ice Cream Company

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This purveyor in touristy Annapolis makes its own ice cream.

Moo Thru

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It's a trek, but readers claim it's worth the hike into further-flung Virginia to check out this ice cream place.

Mike's Deli @ Lazy Sundae

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This Falls Church favorite is also known for its sandwiches and vegetarian lunch options.

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York Castle

This Maryland institution specializes in tropical ice cream flavors.

Nicecream Factory

This new Arlington ice cream purveyor uses liquid nitrogen to make its ice cream.

The Creamery

It's not just a clever name - this Alexandria spot is known for super creamy ice cream.

Toby's Homemade Ice Cream & Coffee

This ice cream purveyor in Arlington's Westover neighborhood has its fans.

Moorenko's

Multiple readers like the homemade product from Moorenko's.

Dolcezza Gelato and Coffee

Readers love this ever-growing empire of artisan gelato shops.

Dolci Gelati

Dolcezza isn't the only gelato game in town. Readers are also fond of this wholesale gelato purveyor turned cafe.

Thomas Sweet Ice Cream Co.

This Georgetown shop is a D.C. institution.

The Dairy Godmother

Even President Barack Obama has stopped by to see what all the fuss is about at this Del Ray custard place.

Ice Cream Jubilee

It's only been open a couple weeks and some readers are already hooked on this Navy Yard place.

Pops Old Fashioned Ice Cream Company

Pop's is known for its historic Old Town location and its variety of flavors.

Annapolis Ice Cream Company

This purveyor in touristy Annapolis makes its own ice cream.

Moo Thru

It's a trek, but readers claim it's worth the hike into further-flung Virginia to check out this ice cream place.

Mike's Deli @ Lazy Sundae

This Falls Church favorite is also known for its sandwiches and vegetarian lunch options.

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