Ray's Ice Cream

There are so many reasons to recommend this local gem. I'm an ice cream fanatic and have been to some world-class joints like the Philmore Creamery in San Fran and Toscanini's in Cambridge Mass. Ray's stands with the very best. It's unassuming (everyone loves the retro look of the place, only it's not really "retro" since it's original and not a recreation) but the only thing that matters is the taste and quality of the product. The classics are all here -- incredible praline pecan, impeccable cinnamon (a longtime Ray's specialty that was once served on slices of apple pie at the Bill Knapp's restaurants) -- but most addictive of all for me is the Salted Caramel Mocha Chip. YMMV, to each his own.But Ray's, you are Royal Oak's crown jewel! Thanks for all of those calories over the years -- they were WORTH IT!

Ray's Ice Cream was a cute, 50's-style ice cream parlor with a relaxing tone and chill environment. When my friends and I hurriedly entered the establishment from the harsh winter cold, we were immediately greeted with a warm welcome by the staff. As a new customer, I browsed through the available selection of ice cream. Although I was given no assistance in my choice, the staff was very patient in my indecisiveness of the many available options from ice cream flavors to toppings. I ultimately settled for a beautiful, Double-Scoop Cookie Monster in a Cup.Upon first bite, I felt I was the Cookie Monster as I devoured the creamy deliciousness! It was a perfect blend of fulfilling texture and taste between a unique blue moon flavor and cookies & cream chunks.The experience was of the utmost quality and a fun memory with friends. I will definitely be making a second visit. Bring your spoon and join me!

Great experience, the ice cream was delicious I love chocolate chip cookie dough it had the perfect amount of cookie doughs mixed in. The service was fast and friendly. I will definitely be back

July 31, 2024 - Wednesday Review #483I cruised over to Ray's Ice Cream after dinner in Troy for a Sweet Treat since I am 8 Years Elite!A Cool Well-Known Local Business in Royal Oak going on 4 Generations. Ray's Ice Cream makes the highest quality of premium ice cream serving 50 + flavors in Huge scoops or sweet treats such as Sundaes, Shakes, Malts, Banana Splits to name favorites. Ray's Ice Cream Delivers Yes they do, and Caters to Event parties such as Birthday, Weddings, Showers with Sundae Bars or pre-packed gallons.Specialty Old-Fashioned molded ice cream desserts year round. Check out My Photos Attached for the Cool Deets of Ray's Business.Hours: 7 days A Week from 11:00 AM - 11:00 PMPhone: (248) 549-5256Address: 4233 Coolidge Hwy.Royal Oak, MI. 48073Ray's Ice Cream is sold in Michigan grocery stores such as these favorites:Meijer, Nino Salvaggio Market, Papa Joe's, Woodward Ave Market, Holiday Market, Hollywood Market, Randazzo Fruit Market and Vince & Joe's Market.They are Serving Up Scoops of Different Sweets & Worth the Cruising Drive to Royal Oak, MI.Thanks Ray's for the Many Cool Flavors Of Smooth Old-Fashioned Ice Cream, especially in a Hot Summer of July for National Ice Cream Month!SpecialK - Karen N.:-)

It's summertime so of course I went to get ice cream. I have had more ice cream this summer than I have ever had in my life, and while on my annual Michigan vacation, I had the pleasure of stumbling upon Ray's! My fiance grew up in the area, but he'd never had it, so we were both trying it out for the first time.We were in the area for 2 weeks, and visited Ray's at least 5 times LOL. The ice cream is just that good! I got one with peanut butter in it, and another that was banana flavored. So yummy! My fiance got Mackinaw fudge every time, and his was just as good!The prices are way lower than they should be, and it's always so busy, but it makes sense! And you will definitely be overwhelmed by the flavor selection, but there are no wrong choices!! There is bar seating inside, and table and bench seating outside; it's very throwback. Visit! You won't regret it!

First time trying Ray's and it won't be last as I'm happy to see that have vegan flavors that are not sorbet and looking at some pictures of the menu from a week ago, they do rotate the flavors which is awesome! We definitely need more dairy free options. We both had size small and it was huge! You can also make two flavors in size small, which is super cool! I had the vegan butter pecan, and it was good, and it had a lot of pecans. Hubby tried two flavors of dairy ice cream, and he enjoyed it, too. Staff was quick and friendly despite long lines. We will definitely be back!

I love Ray's nostalgic ice cream polar and soda fountain vibe. Immediately when you step inside the doors you are taken back to the 1950's. You simply can't find that atmosphere anywhere else in the area which makes Ray's unique and fun! I've been coming here since i was a little kid and recently came for a Yelp Elite event. It was the perfect sweet treat on a hot summer day! I learned from a friend that they've been in business since 1958! There are over 40 flavors of ice cream including my dairy free sorbets and 2 different vegan ice creams. My favorites are Chocolate peanut butter and Fat Elvis. Their hand scooped ice cream is made on site and is so creamy and delicious! Portions are very generous and a small size is 2 scoops. Pints and quarts can be purchased at Rays or in specialty stores like Nino's Salvaggio or Papa Joe's. It gets very crowded and lines are almost always out the door at peak times but it's well worth the wait. It's no surprise that Ray's was voted best local ice cream parlor by Hour Detroit in 2022. I defiantly will be back this summer to try more of their seasonal flavors like Macinaw Island Fudge.

Small parking lot, but plentiful seating both inside and out. I love the vibe in here, it's retro with an updated twist. I love the old fashioned counter and the ice cream was delicious! The young lady behind the counter was super nice and made some great suggestions. My husband and I shared 2 scoops, the Fat Elvis and Peanut butter chocolate. The Fat Elvis was icy instead of creamy, but the chocolate peanut butter hit the spot! If Ray's was closer it would easily be our go to ice cream place.

Super cute old-school ice cream shop. This place has the old soda jerk diner look. The people behind the counter were very friendly. We tried the chocolate peanut butter and the Fat Elvis flavored ice cream. The ce cream was pretty good. I loved the chocolate peanut butter the best. The Fat Elvis was a little on the icy side. Overall, this is a great neighborhood ice cream shop.

Very popular spot so there may be a slight wait. Can't go wrong with their blueberry pie ice cream! Also very cool unique retro theme in the interior