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The 5 Best Ice Cream Shops in Southgate, MI

Last updated October 11, 2026 · ranked from 2,839 Google reviews · How we rank

This guide to ice cream shops in Southgate, MI starts with Fudgy’s Ice Cream, followed by Dairy Queen Store and Sonic Drive-In. All three listed entries are within Southgate, MI. First-ranked Fudgy’s Ice Cream has a 4.6 Google rating from 517 reviews, while second-ranked Dairy Queen Store also holds a 4.6 rating, with 496 reviews. Sonic Drive-In ranks third and has a 3.9 Google rating from 1,787 reviews, the largest review count among these entries. Fudgy’s Ice Cream and Dairy Queen Store share the highest rating on the list, with Fudgy’s drawing 21 more reviews.

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  1. 1Dairy Queen StoreSoft-serve ice cream and signature shakes anchor Dairy Queen Store’s second-place entry, backed by a 4.6-star Google rating from 496 reviews.
  2. 2Fudgy’s Ice CreamFudgy’s Ice Cream holds a 4.6 Google rating across 517 reviews, listed on Google as ice cream.
  3. 3Sonic Drive-InSonic Drive-In holds a 3.9 Google rating across 1,787 reviews, listed on Google as fast food.
  1. Dairy Queen Store in Southgate1

    Dairy Queen Store

    4.6(496)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 496 reviews (Google rating)

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    Soft-serve ice cream and signature shakes anchor Dairy Queen Store’s second-place entry, backed by a 4.6-star Google rating from 496 reviews. At 13132 Eureka Rd in Southgate, MI, this location offers takeout and a casual setting suited to a quick stop. Its lowest-tier price classification adds to its appeal, though one reviewer notes rising prices. Daily noon-to-9:30 p.m. hours make scheduling straightforward, while a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking are useful practical features.

    • Soft-serve and shakes
    • Daily afternoon hours
    • Takeout available
    “prices are getting higher, but they've got ice cream”
    — richard robert, 2026-07-21 · google

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  2. Fudgy’s Ice Cream in Southgate2

    Fudgy’s Ice Cream

    4.6(517)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 517 reviews (Google rating)

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    Fudgy’s Ice Cream holds a 4.6 Google rating across 517 reviews, listed on Google as ice cream.

    • 4.6-star Google rating
    • 517 Google reviews
    • Lowest price tier

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  3. Sonic Drive-In in Southgate3

    Sonic Drive-In

    3.9(1,787)· Google3.9 out of 5 from 1787 reviews (Google rating)

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    Sonic Drive-In holds a 3.9 Google rating across 1,787 reviews, listed on Google as fast food.

    • Open until 2 a.m.
    • Retro drive-in service
    • Cream slush praise
    “The customer service is great. Girl at the drive thru be killing it !”
    — Daniel DeHart, 2026-10-07 · google

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  4. Baskin-Robbins in Southgate4

    Baskin-Robbins

    2.3(14)· Google2.3 out of 5 from 14 reviews (Google rating)

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    Baskin-Robbins holds a 2.3 Google rating across 14 reviews, listed on Google as ice cream.

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    JJ's Custard Company - Southgate

    4.0(25)· Google4.0 out of 5 from 25 reviews (Google rating)

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    JJ's Custard Company - Southgate holds a 4.0 Google rating across 25 reviews, listed on Google as ice cream.

    “W selection of flavors, so vibrant and friendly!! the Staff was so welcoming and informative!! definitely coming back (gotta try the dubai chocolate nachos!!!)”
    — Isabelle Grimes, 2026-09-28 · google

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Compare at a glance

Comparison of the best Ice Cream Shops in Southgate, MI
#PlaceGoogle ratingPriceGoogle reviewsNeighborhoodPhoneOpen now
1Dairy Queen Store4.6(496)4.6 out of 5 from 496 reviews (Google rating)$496—+1734-285-9155—
2Fudgy’s Ice Cream4.6(517)4.6 out of 5 from 517 reviews (Google rating)$517—+1734-288-1348—
3Sonic Drive-In3.9(1,787)3.9 out of 5 from 1787 reviews (Google rating)$1,787—+1734-759-7117—
4Baskin-Robbins2.3(14)2.3 out of 5 from 14 reviews (Google rating)$14—+1734-767-6745—
5JJ's Custard Company - Southgate4.0(25)4.0 out of 5 from 25 reviews (Google rating)—25—+1313-274-1750—

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How we ranked this list

Each ice cream shop is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Southgate category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.

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Ice Cream Shops in Southgate, MI: common questions

Which ice cream shops have the highest ratings in Southgate, MI?
Fudgy’s Ice Cream and Dairy Queen Store both have 4.6 Google ratings. Fudgy’s has 517 reviews, compared with Dairy Queen’s 496. Among the neighboring-city entries, Bob Jo’s Frozen Custard in Wyandotte has a 4.8 rating from 1,747 reviews, and Bruster’s in Riverview has a 4.7 rating from 142 reviews.
Where can I get a late-night frozen treat in Southgate, MI?
Sonic Drive-In at 16270 Fort St is open until 2 a.m. every day; one reviewer specifically describes stopping for a cream slush. Baskin-Robbins at 14791 Eureka Rd is open 24 hours Tuesday through Saturday, from midnight to 10 p.m. Sunday, and from 5 a.m. to midnight Monday.
Where can I find soft serve or specialty ice cream desserts in Southgate, MI?
Dairy Queen Store at 13132 Eureka Rd serves soft-serve ice cream and shakes. JJ’s Custard Company at 12923 Dix Toledo Rd lists specialty items including The Sweet Bun, The Wowffle, and Injected Loaded Cones. Baskin-Robbins at 14791 Eureka Rd offers ice cream flavors, sundaes, and cakes.
Which shops offer drive-through service or delivery in Southgate, MI?
Baskin-Robbins at 14791 Eureka Rd offers drive-through service, delivery, in-store pickup, takeout, and dine-in service. Sonic Drive-In at 16270 Fort St offers retro drive-in service, delivery, and takeout. Dairy Queen Store offers takeout but no delivery or dine-in service.
What should I know before visiting Bob Jo’s Frozen Custard near Southgate, MI?
Bob Jo’s is at 4071 Fort St in Wyandotte. It is seasonal, accepts cash only, and serves frozen desserts from a walk-up window. Its listed daily hours are noon to 10 p.m. It has seating, free lot parking, and wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking, but no restroom.

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