Picture this: you’ve just spent a fun-filled day on the beach with your family, building sandcastles and swimming with the kiddos to your heart's content. Spirits are high, and there’s just one more thing you can do to make it the best day ever—go get some dessert, of course!

Alright, so we’ve sold you on the sweet treat. But where should you go to find the best dessert in Sunset Beach? We thought you’d never ask.

Lucky for you, we’ve gathered our top picks for the best dessert in and around Sunset Beach right here! Read along to find out about our can’t-miss stops for a tasty and rewarding end to your day on the beach.

Sunset Beach

Newly renovated, this ice cream shop is quite the local favorite!  Enjoy delicious Bluebell ice cream here—they have 32 flavors to choose from, so there’s sure to be something for every palate.

The outside sitting area is adorable and perfect for photos, so you and your family can sit down while you enjoy your cones, and even snap a picture or two to remember your beach vacation by. If you’re looking for a classic ice cream shop on your way home from the beach, Mootown is the place!

Calabash

Ocean Isle Beach

What better summer treat to cool you off than Italian Ice? Founded in 2003, Sunset Slush has been providing Sunset Beach with the best Italian Ice around for more than two decades now.

Their Italian Ice is known for its unique texture and flavor—it’s so luxurious that it’s even been called “designer ice”! Used to the same old three flavors of Italian Ice? You won’t be stuck with just cherry or blue raspberry here! Sunset Slush has over 50 flavors of Italian Ice to choose from, including creative flavor combinations. Pay them a visit and see what all the hype is about!

Located in a quaint yellow building near the pier, Ocean Isle Creamery is definitely worth the visit. It’s packed on summer evenings, and we can see why!

Ocean Isle Creamery is the classic post-beach stop for those spending the day on—you guessed it—Ocean Isle Beach. Step right off the pier and into this charming shop!

Don't forget to try their signature sundaes and milkshakes, perfect for cooling off after a hot day in the sun. Ocean Isle Creamery is more than just an ice cream shop—it's a sweet tradition for locals and visitors alike. The ice cream here is homemade, creamy, and delicious. Your kids will be grateful you took the trip!

This spot is new and different—have you considered trying charcuterie for dessert?! For those traveling without kids (or maybe after the kids go to bed), this sounds like the perfect option.  

Choose from a selection of small through extra-large charcuterie boards featuring artisanal cheeses, charcuterie meats, preserves, seasonal fruit, and a variety of trimmings like nuts, olives, and fresh garnish. The small boards serve 2-4 people, and the extra large can serve up to 12-16!

Whether you’re looking for a fresh new date idea or want to host a small get-together during your Sunset Beach Vacation, Host & Graze offers you the chance to treat yourself for the night and let someone else take care of the preparation. Customers are raving about these boards, and you will be, too!

Wow! Our mouths are watering just reading about these spots. So what are you waiting for? It’s time to book that vacation to Sunset Beach!

When choosing your accommodations for your stay, look no further than Sunset Properties! We provide a variety of rentals in the area designed to fit your needs, whether you want to stay in a home with a private pool or are traveling with a pet and need to be sure your rental is pet-friendly.

Browse our available vacation rentals today and find the perfect home for you and your family. We can’t wait to see you here at Sunset Beach!