It’s hard to argue with an ice cream cone on a summer day in Newberg. It’s like having AC in the palm of your hand. Silky and opulent, cold and sweet, it’s an affordable luxury that can instantly become the highlight of your day.

Here’s some good news: Newberg is a haven for excellent ice cream on these long, hot days. Whether it’s a post-wine tasting treat or you’ve just made the short drive from the Portland area, Newberg is your perfect road trip getaway, and visiting Cream Northwest is one of the best things to do in Newberg.

Cream Northwest

As one reviewer on Yelp wrote, “From the first time I had their ice cream, I was hooked. Their adventurous journey with flavors keeps you wanting more.” That’s a pretty good way to describe Cream Northwest. Tucked into a corner of the Chapters Books and Coffee at 701 E 1st Street, Cream is an artisan ice cream shop whose constantly changing flavors are as varied and bold as the books on the shelves surrounding them. For example, their Whole Orange utilizes the entire orange: the zest, juice, blossom, and candied oranges. It’s more than just a take on ice cream; it’s a whole new way to look at the treat. Follow them on Facebook and Instagram to be in the know about their secret flavors and new introductions like last week’s Rainbow Sorbet!

Kona Ice of Yamhill

Check out Kona Ice of Yamhill for a tropical twist to satisfy your cool cravings. They proudly serve “happiness in a cup” from their colorfully decorated mobile food truck, and you can often find them with a long line at the downtown Wednesday Markets, which run May through September and feature local summer bounty and quality handcrafted items. Kona Ice serves up its dairy-free treats, letting guests create their own flavor combinations from ten popular options, all while dancing to island tunes. 


Jem 100

You’ll find the classic ice cream experience at Jem 100, a 50s-themed diner and a Willamette Valley institution. Almost every local in town has a story about going there as a kid. Now with their own kids, they drop quarters in the Rock-Ola, sharing Beach Boys and Little Richard music with a new generation, all while Betty Boop watches over the activities.

With over 31 flavors from Alpenrose, Umpqua and Cascade Glacier, you’ll no doubt find your favorite. They’ll scoop that ice cream into a cone, a dish, or transform it into a milkshake, malt, or soda. It’s old-fashioned fun, the old-fashioned way. You’re probably not cooking tonight if you’ve genuinely embraced these lazy summer days, and Jem 100’s burgers are excellent… and a terrific appetizer for the ice cream! Find them at 208 N Main Street.

Happy summer, everyone!