Ellen's Ice Cream – American
Ellen’s Ice Cream invites guests into a bright, cheerful space where the nostalgic charm of a classic creamery meets the vibrant, crisp flavors of a modern garden kitchen. Sun-drenched tables provide the perfect backdrop for savoring nourishing Buddha bowls and hearty wraps bursting with colorful vegetables and aromatic curried proteins. It is a neighborhood sanctuary where wholesome, hand-crafted salads and refreshing treats come together, offering a balanced dining experience that feels both indulgent and revitalizing.
225 Capitol Street, Charleston WV 25301 http://ellensicecream.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Ellen's Ice Cream
Dairy-Free at Ellen's Ice Cream
Ellen's Ice Cream in Charleston has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Featured Wrap, Curried Chickpea Salad and Buddha Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Ellen's Ice Cream
Ellen's Ice Cream in Charleston has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buddha Bowl, Soup of the Week and Curried Chicken Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Ellen's Ice Cream
Ellen's Ice Cream in Charleston has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ice Cream Pint, Featured Wrap and Ice Cream Quart. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Ellen's Ice Cream
Ellen's Ice Cream in Charleston has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Special Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Ellen's Ice Cream
Ellen's Ice Cream in Charleston has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Special Salad and Egg Cream. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Ellen's Ice Cream
Ellen's Ice Cream in Charleston has 8 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Featured Wrap, Curried Chickpea Salad and Buddha Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Ellen's Ice Cream
Ellen's Ice Cream in Charleston has 22 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ice Cream Pint, Featured Wrap and Ice Cream Quart. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Ellen's Ice Cream
Ellen's Ice Cream in Charleston has 13 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ice Cream Pint, Chicken Veggie Wrap and Featured Wrap. 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 Ellen's Ice Cream
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Club Wrap | 16.3 g | 66.5 g |
| Curried Chicken Salad | 127.4 g | 40.7 g |
| Special Salad | 1.4 g | 30.1 g |
| Greek Salad | 5.7 g | 24.2 g |
| Curried Chickpea Salad | 85.9 g | 23.9 g |
| Hummus Veggie Wrap | 17 g | 23.8 g |
| Chicken Veggie Wrap | 99.2 g | 20.3 g |
| Buddha Bowl | 68.3 g | 11.3 g |
| Pepperoni Roll | 22 g | 10.2 g |
| Ice Cream Soda | 28.7 g | 6.4 g |
| Fruit Smoothie | 61.5 g | 5 g |
| Root Beer Float | 19 g | 4.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Sunday
- 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate Ellen's for its well-seasoned and expertly prepared dishes, with reviewers frequently highlighting the delicious soup as a standout menu item. Diners rave about the professional and attentive service that makes it an ideal destination for special occasions, while the inviting ambiance creates a perfect setting for a memorable meal.
Menu
Wraps
- Chicken Veggie Wrap - $8.25: Oven roasted chicken, red onions, tomatoes, mixed greens, cucumber-yogurt dressing Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus Veggie Wrap - $8: Homemade rosemary hummus, cucumbers, red onions, tomatoes, mixed greens Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: lunch
- Featured Wrap - $8.5: Changes biweekly Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Club Wrap - $8.5: Ham, turkey, genoa salami, Swiss & cheddar cheese, green peppers, grape tomatoes, mixed greens, mayonnaise Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads & Bowls
- Special Salad - $7.75: Spring mix with dried cranberries, toasted spiced pecans, and blue cheese Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greens with Veggies Salad - $6.75: Spring mix with cucumbers, grape tomatoes, red onions, and carrots Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad - $7.75: Spring mix with cucumbers, grape tomatoes, red onions, kalamata olives, and feta cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buddha Bowl - $8: Changes biweekly Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curried Chickpea Salad - $7: Chickpeas, red onions, celery, granny smith apples, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, vegan mayonnaise, maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curried Chicken Salad - $8: Chicken, granny smith apples, celery, dried currants, mayonnaise, honey Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Sides
- Soup of the Week - $6.25: Changes weekly Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Housemade Rosemary Hummus - $3.75: Chickpeas, garlic, rosemary, tahini, oregano, basil, olive oil, lemon juice. Served with carrots & celery, pita or both Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese - $4.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Peanut Butter & Jelly - $4.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol Available at: lunch
- Pepperoni Roll - $4.5: Available with or without cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
Ice Cream & Frozen Treats
- Ice Cream Pint - $7.95: Homemade ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Ice Cream Quart - $12.75: Homemade ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Banana Split - $8.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Milkshake - $7.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Malt - $8.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Hot Fudge Sundae - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ice Cream Cup - Small - $4.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Bakery
- Chocolate Chip Cookie - $2 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Brownie - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Carrot Cake Muffin - $2.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beverages
- Root Beer Float - $6
- Fruit Smoothie - $6.5: Choice of Strawberry, Banana, Mixed Berry, or Strawberry-Banana
- Ice Cream Soda - $6.5
- Egg Cream - $6 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
Frequently Asked Questions about Ellen's Ice Cream
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- With a 5.0/5 rating, professional service, and inviting ambiance, this restaurant is considered an ideal destination for special occasions.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- With a perfect 5.0/5 rating, this budget-friendly American spot stands out for its professional service and expertly seasoned dishes.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu items include the frequently praised soup of the week, Buddha bowls, various veggie wraps, and Greek salads.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews mention no concerns, instead celebrating the expertly prepared dishes, standout soup, professional service, and inviting ambiance.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Approximately 27% of the menu caters to vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets, including the Buddha bowl and Greek salad.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant offers a casual, cheerful atmosphere ideal for everyday meals, yet reviewers recommend it for special occasions.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Ellen's Ice Cream is an operational American restaurant with a 5.0/5 rating, though specific daily hours are not provided.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Health-conscious diners seeking budget-friendly, wholesome meals like Buddha bowls and wraps in a cheerful, professional setting would most enjoy this restaurant.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The menu supports vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, whole30, mediterranean, heart-healthy, and several other specialized health-focused diets.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Ellen's Ice Cream holds an overall rating of 5.0/5, reflecting high customer satisfaction with its food and service.
- Is Ellen's Ice Cream dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Ellen's Ice Cream has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Featured Wrap, Curried Chickpea Salad and Buddha Bowl.
- What can I eat at Ellen's Ice Cream on a dairy-free diet?
- Featured Wrap, Curried Chickpea Salad and Buddha Bowl carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Ellen's Ice Cream have vegan options?
- Yes. 8 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Featured Wrap and Curried Chickpea Salad.
- Is Ellen's Ice Cream gluten-free?
- 4 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 Ellen's Ice Cream?
- Club Wrap, at roughly 66.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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