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Your Local Kilwins Store in Traverse City, MI

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Store Hours

Sunday 10 AM - 10 PM
Monday 10 AM - 10 PM
Tuesday 10 AM - 10 PM
Wednesday 10 AM - 10 PM
Thursday 10 AM - 10 PM
Friday 10 AM - 10 PM
Saturday 10 AM - 10 PM

Location Information

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Owner/Operator

Abby McClure

Store Address:

129 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684

Phone Number:

(231) 946-2403

Our Featured In-Store Chocolate & Ice Cream Products

View the Traverse City Ice Cream Menu
  • TUTTLE Nut Caramels

    TUTTLE™ Nut Caramels - Milk Chocolate Pecan

  • The Perfect Caramel Apple

    "The Perfect" Caramel Apple

  • Sea-Salt Caramel Waffle Cone

    Sea-Salt Caramel Regular Waffle Cone

  • Chocolate Fudge

    Chocolate Fudge

  • Mint Chocolate Chip Regular Dish

    Mint Chocolate Chip Regular Dish

  • Caramel Corn Bags

    Caramel Corn 16oz Bag

  • Sea-Salt Caramels Assortment

    6 oz. Sea-Salt Caramels Assortment

We're More Than Chocolate: Your Favorite Ice Cream Store in Traverse City, MI

We are proud of our reputation in Michigan and the awards we’ve won. Among our achievements, our Traverse City ice cream store has won awards for Best Ice Cream and Best Chocolate Shoppe.

If you have a passion for ice cream, you'll appreciate the rich smoothness and creaminess available at Kilwins. A serving of Kilwins ice cream seems to stop time—it’s that delicious. What sets our Traverse City ice cream store apart is how we make our frozen treats with options for everyone on your list.

Kilwins ice cream can only start from milk and cream sourced from local farms; that way, we know the farmers care as much about their craft as we care about ours. Before being handed to you in a cup, waffle cone, or waffle bowl, our ice cream is watched closely. We even designed custom ice cream tubs and a fleet of Kilwins trucks so every flavor stays the ideal consistency and temperature throughout its entire journey. 

The proof is in the pudding. Or, in this case, it’s in our delicious confectioneries. Taste the difference for yourself: Grab a waffle cone and stroll along the Boardman River to take a second to relax in our beautiful state. 

Award-Winning Service and Award-Winning Desserts

In addition to our rich assortments of chocolate, we have an impressive ice cream selection with seasonal flavors— you might need to sample a few to make up your mind! We’re proud to say that thanks to our creative and careful recipes, we can bring you the greatest ice cream in the world.

At Kilwins in Traverse City, we are driven by our founders’ values: Treat others as you want to be treated, try your hardest, and have fun while doing it! Discover the homemade fudge, caramel apples, and sea-salt caramels to call your next favorite and a new place to form wonderful memories with family and friends.

Our friendly staff serves the most delicious ice cream in the world and we invite you to try our extensive selection at our Traverse City ice cream store today. 

Frequently Asked Questions 

What makes Kilwins the best ice cream store in Traverse City?

Our Traverse City ice cream store is unlike any other. What makes us the best isn’t just one or two things: It’s a combination of several factors. 

For one, some of our equipment dates back to the 1940s when the Kilwins started their chocolate-making venture. Although we’ve upgraded much of our equipment over the years, we use some of the original machines or methods for that extra-special authentic touch. That’s why we still rely on copper kettles for caramel and marble countertops for fudge. Like the equipment, some recipes stick around in their original form while others are reworked and improved. 

We cater to our Kosher and sugar-free customers and work closely with our local family farms for the freshest milk and cream available. Our in-store craftsmanship and products are second to none. We serve the most delicious ice cream in flavors you’ve never heard of. And we serve it with the biggest smiles you’ve ever seen! 

What varieties of chocolates are available at Kilwins in Traverse City?

At Kilwins in Traverse City, we have a vast selection of chocolate flavors and fillings. Our Heritage chocolates are available in milk, dark, and white chocolate. Our creams, toffees, sea-salt caramels, nut clusters, and chocolate bark also call in repeat customers. Many rave about our TUTTLE™ nut caramels, “the perfect” caramel apple, and other all-time favorites.

Can I place a special order for events at Kilwins Traverse City?

Yes. Kilwins in Traverse City goes above and beyond to make any occasion special with custom orders. Tell us what you need, how much, and when, and we can bring it to life. Whether you need party favors, a custom selection of boxed chocolates, gift baskets, or another blue-ribbon-worthy creation, we’re here to help. Your event will be one for the books with Kilwins chocolates.

What are the most popular chocolate items at Kilwins in Traverse City?

Our Kilwins customers in Traverse City adore our creams, caramel apples, chocolate-coated strawberries, assorted boxed chocolates, truffles, TUTTLE™ nut caramels, Mackinac Island Fudge, and various other items made fresh daily. Since they’re truly all delicious, it depends on your chocolate craving on any given day.

What seasonal items are available at Kilwins in Traverse City?

Absolutely! Kilwins has seasonal and special edition items. Traverse City locals would probably tell you about how much they love our holiday-themed chocolates and gift baskets and how exciting it is when we share a new limited-edition ice cream. Step in during the different seasons to see what new sweets could be in stock.

Does Kilwins in Traverse City have gift cards available?

Yes. Traverse City’s Kilwins store has gift cards to make anyone’s day. Whether you want to treat someone special, spoil a loved one, or offer a friend a sweet gesture, our gift cards are the perfect solution. 

Are there any special promotions or discounts at Kilwins in Traverse City?

Kilwins in Traverse City runs specials and offers discounts occasionally. Join “My Kilwins” Club so you’ll never miss out on current promotions delivered to your email inbox. Make sure to follow us on social media, too!

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