Blue Ice Creamery – American
Step into a whimsical sanctuary of sweetness where the air is thick with the scent of freshly baked waffle cones and the cheerful clink of scoops against porcelain. Guests can craft their own towering masterpieces, stacking velvety layers of flavor into gravity-defying peaks that range from a simple, nostalgic single scoop to an extravagant six-tier celebration of chilled, creamy bliss.
127 Eastgate Plaza, East Alton IL 62024 https://blueicecreamery.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Blue Ice Creamery
Dairy-Free at Blue Ice Creamery
Blue Ice Creamery in East Alton has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kiddie Scoop, 5 Scoops and Dipped 2 Scoop Cone. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Blue Ice Creamery
Blue Ice Creamery in East Alton has 8 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kiddie Scoop, 5 Scoops and Sqwincher Sqweeze Freezer Pop. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Blue Ice Creamery
Blue Ice Creamery in East Alton has 51 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kiddie Scoop, 5 Scoops and Dipped 2 Scoop Cone. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Blue Ice Creamery
Blue Ice Creamery in East Alton has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Whipped Cream. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Blue Ice Creamery
Blue Ice Creamery in East Alton has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Whipped Cream. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Blue Ice Creamery
Blue Ice Creamery in East Alton has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Whipped Cream and Double Sundae (6 scoops). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Blue Ice Creamery
Blue Ice Creamery in East Alton has 8 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dipped 2 Scoop Cone, Chocolate Covered Banana and Dipped 1 Scoop Cone. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Blue Ice Creamery
Blue Ice Creamery in East Alton has 43 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dipped 2 Scoop Cone, Chocolate Covered Banana and Brownie Addition. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Blue Ice Creamery
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Topping | 99.9 g | 55.3 g |
| Sqwincher Sqweeze Freezer Pop | 92.2 g | 19.5 g |
| Double Sundae (6 scoops) | 11.6 g | 17.9 g |
| Kiddie Sundae | 28.3 g | 16.6 g |
| 2 Scoop Sundae | 28.3 g | 16.6 g |
| 3 Scoop Sundae | 28.3 g | 16.6 g |
| Whipped Cream | 3.2 g | 15.1 g |
| Sugar/Cake/Waffle 1 Scoop Cone | 114.9 g | 14 g |
| Sugar/Cake/Waffle 2 Scoop Cone | 114.9 g | 14 g |
| Sugar/Cake/Waffle 3 Scoop Cone | 114.9 g | 14 g |
| Turtle Sundae - 1 Scoop | 129.9 g | 13.5 g |
| Sugar/Cake/Waffle Kiddie Cone | 98.6 g | 11.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its outstanding soup and elegant presentation, guests frequently highlight the attentive service and helpful menu recommendations provided by the staff. Diners love the relaxed vibe that defines the experience, noting that the welcoming atmosphere and high-quality flavors leave them feeling thoroughly satisfied.
Menu
Scoops
- Kiddie Scoop - $2.9 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- 1 Scoop - $4.45 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- 2 Scoops - $5.45 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- 3 Scoops - $6.45 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- 4 Scoops - $7.45 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 5 Scoops - $8.45 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- 6 Scoops - $9.45 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Cones
- Sugar/Cake/Waffle Kiddie Cone - $2.9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Sugar/Cake/Waffle 1 Scoop Cone - $4.7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Sugar/Cake/Waffle 2 Scoop Cone - $5.7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Sugar/Cake/Waffle 3 Scoop Cone - $6.7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Dipped Kiddie Cone - $3.15: Chocolate, cotton candy, or orange dip Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Dipped 1 Scoop Cone - $5.25: Chocolate, cotton candy, or orange dip Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Dipped 2 Scoop Cone - $6.25: Chocolate, cotton candy, or orange dip Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Dipped 3 Scoop Cone - $7.25: Chocolate, cotton candy, or orange dip Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Sundaes & Treats
- Kiddie Sundae - $4.7: 1 topping, whip cream, chopped nuts, and a cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- 1 Scoop Sundae - $5.7: 1 topping, whip cream, chopped nuts, and a cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- 2 Scoop Sundae - $6.7: 1 topping, whip cream, chopped nuts, and a cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- 3 Scoop Sundae - $7.7: 1 topping, whip cream, chopped nuts, and a cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Double Sundae (6 scoops) - $11.5: 1 topping, whip cream, chopped nuts, and a cherry Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach
- Turtle Sundae - 1 Scoop - $7.1: Hot Fudge, Caramel Drizzle, Praline Pecans, whip cream, and a Cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Turtle Sundae - 2 Scoops - $8.1: Hot Fudge, Caramel Drizzle, Praline Pecans, whip cream, and a Cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Banana Split - 2 Scoops - $8.65: Banana, Strawberries, Pineapples, Hot Fudge, Whip Cream, and a Cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Banana Split - 3 Scoops - $9.65: Banana, Strawberries, Pineapples, Hot Fudge, Whip Cream, and a Cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ice Cream Sammich/Blue Stix - $3.15 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Covered Banana - $1.55 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Sqwincher Sqweeze Freezer Pop - $1.55 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Beverages
- Slushie - Medium - $1.8: Ski, Cherry, or Blue Raspberry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Slushie - Large - $2.05: Ski, Cherry, or Blue Raspberry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Slushie - Extra Large - $2.3: Ski, Cherry, or Blue Raspberry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Float/Blended Soda Float - 2 Scoop - $6.3: Any flavor of soda and ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Float/Blended Soda Float - 3 Scoop - $7.8: Any flavor of soda and ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Slushie Float - 2 Scoop - $6.8: Ski, Cherry, Blue Raspberry & Any flavor of ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Slushie Float - 3 Scoop - $7.8: Ski, Cherry, Blue Raspberry & Any flavor of ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Bottled Soda/Gatorade Float - 2 Scoop - $6.8: Any flavor of bottled soda/Gatorade & Any flavor of ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Bottled Soda/Gatorade Float - 3 Scoop - $7.8: Any flavor of bottled soda/Gatorade & Any flavor of ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Shake or Malt - Medium 16 oz - $6.75: Whip cream and a cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Shake or Malt - Large 20 oz - $8: Whip cream and a cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Shake or Malt - Extra Large 32 oz - $11: Whip cream and a cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Blu-Latte - Medium 16 oz - $7.85: Shake + Iced Latte, whip cream and a cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Blu-Latte - Large 20 oz - $9.35: Shake + Iced Latte, whip cream and a cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Blu-Latte - Extra Large 32 oz - $12.5: Shake + Iced Latte, whip cream and a cherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Ice Cream Pies
- Ice Cream Pie - 1 Pie - $17.25: Any flavor of ice cream topped w/whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ice Cream Pie - 2 Pies - $26.75: Any flavor of ice cream topped w/whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Concrete Ice Cream Pie - $19.45: Any flavor of ice cream with up to three toppings blended in & topped w/ whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
To-Go
- Pint To-Go - $7: Ice Cream, NSA Ice Cream, or Non-Dairy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Quart To-Go - $11: Ice Cream, NSA Ice Cream, or Non-Dairy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Family Survival Kit - $19.5: 2 pints of ice cream, 4 toppings, and 16 waffle nachos Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
Sides & Add-ons
- Pretzel Fries or Funnel Cake Fries - $2.35 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Waffle Nachos - Medium (8 chips) - $1.6: Vanilla, Chocolate, or Mixed Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Waffle Nachos - Large (16 chips) - $2.85: Vanilla, Chocolate, or Mixed Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Brownie Addition - $1.55: Add to any scoops or sundaes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cheesecake Bites - $1.55: Add to any scoops or sundaes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Standard Topping - $1.35: Hot Fudge, Caramel, Strawberry, M&Ms, Heath, etc. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Whipped Cream - $0.35 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach
Frequently Asked Questions about Blue Ice Creamery
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a relaxed, budget-friendly experience with customizable ice cream towers, attentive service, and diverse dietary options would enjoy this restaurant.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy the relaxed vibe by crafting towering masterpieces of up to six scoops in freshly baked waffle cones with attentive service.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant is unique for its gravity-defying six-tier ice cream masterpieces, outstanding soup, and exceptionally high 5.0/5 rating.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Blue Ice Creamery has an overall average rating of 5.0/5.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Guests enjoy a relaxed, welcoming vibe and elegant presentation, complemented by a whimsical atmosphere and attentive service.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ice creamery offers a casual dining experience defined by a relaxed vibe, welcoming atmosphere, and whimsical sanctuary setting.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Blue Ice Creamery specializes in American cuisine, specifically focusing on a variety of ice cream scoops, cones, and sundaes.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features customizable ice cream servings ranging from one to six scoops, various cone types, sundaes, and specialty fries.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the outstanding soup, elegant presentation, attentive service, and the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that leaves them feeling satisfied.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant accommodates mixed dietary needs with vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, nut-free, and plant-based options alongside traditional vegetarian and pescatarian treats.
- Is Blue Ice Creamery dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Blue Ice Creamery has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kiddie Scoop, 5 Scoops and Dipped 2 Scoop Cone.
- What can I eat at Blue Ice Creamery on a dairy-free diet?
- Kiddie Scoop, 5 Scoops and Dipped 2 Scoop Cone carry the dairy-free tag, out of 13 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Blue Ice Creamery have vegan options?
- Yes. 8 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Dipped 2 Scoop Cone and Chocolate Covered Banana.
- Is Blue Ice Creamery gluten-free?
- 8 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Blue Ice Creamery?
- Standard Topping, at roughly 55.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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