East North Street, Greenville, South Carolina

Clare's Creamery

Dining
4.8(534)

Known For

  • Caramel and Toasted Coconut Cookie Ice Cream
  • Texas Honey Pecan
  • Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
  • $1 Pup Cups

Insider Tips

Best Time

Warm evenings or weekends for lively atmosphere; midday for quieter visits.

Ideal For

Family outingsCasual datesSweet treats after dinner

Pro Tip

$1 pup cups make it a favorite stop for dog owners.

Editorial Review

Clare’s Creamery doesn’t just scoop ice cream—it pours Greenville’s community spirit into every pastel-hued corner of its compact, family-friendly shop. Born from a humble bike cart hustle, Clare’s now anchors East North Street with a retro-cool vibe and an infectious sense of welcome, where toddlers tug at parents’ sleeves and pups wait eagerly for their own vanilla treat. The menu bursts with homemade creativity: Texas Honey Pecan, Caramel Fudge Brownie, and dairy-free options keep regulars guessing what’s next. Staff behind the counter hand out samples with genuine enthusiasm, treating each order like a joyful ritual. Locals drop by on sticky summer nights or after soccer games, mingling alongside visitors who’ve made the pilgrimage for a taste of Greenville’s indie dessert scene. Outdoor tables fill up when the weather is sweet, laughter mingling with the hum of passing traffic. It’s the sort of place where you’re greeted by name after a few visits—an unpretentious anchor that proves great ice cream shops still thrive on homemade flavor, hospitality, and heart.

Price Level

$$

Contact

+1 864-209-1319

Hours

  • Sunday: 12PM - 8:30PM
  • Monday: 12PM - 8:30PM
  • Tuesday: 12PM - 8:30PM
  • Wednesday: 12PM - 8:30PM
  • Thursday: 12PM - 8:30PM
  • Friday: 12PM - 9:30PM
  • Saturday: 12PM - 9:30PM

Frontier Insights

Acclaimed spot with broad recognition

Popular with families

Popular With

Families

Tourist Awareness

LevelLow

TripAdvisor: #434 of 1,039 Places to Eat in Greenville

Data confidence: high(5 sources)
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