Jeni's Ice Cream Review

Updated September 2026 with more about Jeni’s, tips for visiting a scoop shop, and answers to common questions.

Jeni’s Ice Cream (located in 12South and on Eastland Ave. in Nashville) is probably the best and most unusual ice cream that I’ve ever consumed. Since my first visit, two weeks ago, I have probably visited Jeni’s five times. That being said, I love it.

Let’s start off with my favorite flavor thus far: Loveless Biscuits and Peach Jam.

Who thought of this? Can I kiss them? I’m in love. Delicious, sweet, and savory. You can taste the butter in the biscuits and Nashville in every bite. AND GUYS, YOU CAN ORDER IT ONLINE!!!

Also the peach jam was made with in-season Peach Truck Georgia peaches. Can you beat that? Ok, maybe if it was Clanton peaches… because my heart is always in my native homeland (someone needs to redo that website, stat!).

I also really love the Cloverton (cheese ice cream… I love cheese. I love ice cream. I love cheese ice cream.) and Roasted Strawberry Buttermilk (which is darker than the photo shows).

If you are visiting Nashville, this ice cream is a must stop for any visitor or resident alike.

A little about Jeni’s

If you haven’t heard of it, Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams started in Columbus, Ohio, and has grown into a company with scoop shops in cities around the country. It’s known for creative flavors like the ones above, the kind that make you stop and ask, “Wait, that works?” You can also buy Jeni’s pints online and in the freezer aisle of many grocery stores, so you don’t have to live near a shop to try it.

That’s what makes a flavor like Loveless Biscuits and Peach Jam so fun. It’s a treat that tastes like the place you’re eating it.

Tips for visiting a Jeni’s scoop shop

If you’re planning a visit, here’s what I’d tell you:

• Check the location and hours before you go. Shops open, move, and change hours over time, so look up the nearest one on Jeni’s website or your map app first.
• Ask for a taste. Most scoop shops will happily let you try a flavor or two before you commit. With flavors this unusual, it’s worth it.
• Expect the menu to change. Jeni’s rotates seasonal and limited flavors, so the ones I loved in 2013 may not be on the menu when you visit. Try something you’ve never heard of.
• Go at an off time. Warm weekend evenings bring the crowds, so an afternoon visit usually means a shorter line.
• Make it a walk. Grab a cup and wander the neighborhood. In Nashville, 12South is a great place to do that.

Enjoying a pint at home

Bringing a pint home? A few simple tips:

• Let it sit on the counter for a few minutes before you scoop. It will be easier to serve and the flavor comes through better when it isn’t rock hard.
• Store it in the back of the freezer, not the door, where the temperature stays steadier and you’ll get fewer ice crystals.
• Press a piece of plastic wrap onto the surface before you put the lid back on to help keep it fresh.
• Pair a fruity flavor with a warm biscuit or a slice of pound cake. Trust me on the biscuit.

More Nashville eats

Jeni’s was the first place on my list of Nashville eats. For the rest of it, plus neighborhoods to explore and tips for visitors, read my list of places to eat in Nashville.

Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or just moved to town, go get a scoop. Life’s too short for boring ice cream.

photo credit: Easton Town Center via photopin (license)

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