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Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams is an ice cream shop and parlor located on South Congress Avenue. This popular establishment recently announced the arrival of their Bombastix Sundae Cone, a new attraction worth stopping for. Additionally, they also reintroduced their Frosé sorbet, which is described as crisp, bright, and refreshing with fruity notes of strawberry and blackberry. Whether visiting the scoop shops or ordering online through the Jeni's app, customers can indulge in these delightful frozen treats.

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10/26/2026

There are two types of people

10/25/2026

HEADS UP! Sweet Potato Marshmallow Brûlée is close to sold out in shops. If you want to pick up scoops and pints, we suggest doing it soon. (Call before making a special trip — inventory varies by shop.)

Pints also available at jenis.com!

10/22/2026

Y’all are getting real creative with interpretations of our flavor names. Here are some of our favorites. Yes, these are real. No, there’s no extra “ooey” in Gooey Butter Cake. Don’t worry — we still know what you mean.

10/21/2026

If you’re the kind of person who’s already listening to holiday music, this is for you. If not, keep scrolling.
SPLENDID HOLIDAY IS ONLINE!!!!!!!!!

10/20/2026

TOMORROW

10/19/2026

The results might shock you.

10/17/2026

HELLOOOOO COLUMBIA!!!

Join us for FREE scoops next Thursday 10/22 at the grand opening of our Bull Street shop (Columbia, SC). Doors at 6 p.m. First 50 in line get a free swag bag. Plus, you can enter our giveaway to win free ice cream for a year.

Link in bio for deets. SEE YOU THERE!

10/16/2026

Fall ice cream glamour shots.

If you’re looking to get up close and personal with these flavors, head to a shop ASAP before they’re gone. (Inventory varies by shop — we suggest calling before making a special trip.)

10/14/2026

Gooey’s PR team working OT

10/13/2026

MENU HACK! Sweet Potato Marshmallow Brûlée + House Coffee + caramel sauce in a Buttercrisp Waffle Bowl. Caramel sauce turns up the buttery burnt sugar notes from the brûlée candy. And earthy coffee cuts through the richness.

10/12/2026

Postcards from La Cantera these past few months!! We love you, San Antonio. This is the start of a beautiful friendship.

10/09/2026

Test kitchen notes on Appalachian Acorn Pie!

10/08/2026

SWEET POTATOOOOO

📹: TEEVØID

10/07/2026

Straight from the hollers: Appalachian Acorn Pie. Warm and nutty. A subtle diva. The longest-running sourcing project in Jeni’s history. Like nothing you’ve ever had before, but somehow familiar. Appalachian acorns, foraged just for us, wrapped into sweet cream with a graham cracker crust.

(Sold out online. Enjoy in scoop shops while supplies last!)

10/06/2026

The rumors are true!

10/04/2026

THE SWEET POTATO ICE CREAM IS BACK, and it’s FANCY.

Real sweet potatoes blended into cream, spiced with nutmeg and Vietnamese cinnamon for a deep, straight-from-the-oven flavor. Swirled with candy-like marshmallow ice cream for a light and sweet contrast. And a scattering of burnt sugar candies that add cracked, caramelized crunch to every bite.

10/03/2026

So fetch.

10/02/2026

WE SPENT FIVE YEARS MAKING THIS FLAVOR. Swipe for the journey (in captions)

Five years ago, we asked ourselves: could we make an acorn ice cream? We loved the idea. And our home state of Ohio is covered in acorns. How hard could it be? (Cue cry-laughing)

Turns out that while acorns are abundant in the U.S. (and have historically been a food source for indigenous Americans), they aren’t commercially distributed. After a lot of trial and error, we accepted that if we wanted to make an acorn ice cream, we would need to do it ourselves. With our own supply chain. That we built from the ground up.

The breakthrough came when we partnered with Route 9 Action Network, an agricultural cooperative based here in Ohio. Their focus is chestnuts, but they wanted to expand. So, we signed multiple grant letters to help grow their business so that they could forage, process, and roast the acorns we needed for this ice cream.

From there, the acorns went to a nearby Amish farm to be milled into flour. (This involved a lot of snail mail, calls on the community phone, and in-person trips to rural Ohio from our sourcing and QA teams.) All to achieve beautiful, fragrant, Appalachian-grown-and-milled acorn flour that we could fold into cream to make Appalachian Acorn Pie.

SO: what does acorn ice cream taste like? It’s nutty and sweet — in the realm of hazelnut, coconut, and chestnut. It’s beautiful on its own, but we wanted to add some extra grounding. So we swirled in a textured graham cracker sauce that scatters throughout the cream, emulating a nutty cream pie with a salty-sweet crust.

If nothing else, Appalachian Acorn Pie is a testament to the lengths we’ll go to when we get curious about something. It’s been more than worth the ride to be able to share it with you now.

P.S. We have a very limited amount of this flavor available. If you want to try it, we suggest not waiting!!

10/01/2026

JUST DROPPED

One round of fall flavors wasn’t enough. Here’s part two.

Shops and online!

09/30/2026

The ultimate mint-chocolate combo

Opaque + Salted Peanut Butter with Chocolate Flecks

Like a chocolate sandwich cookie dipped in peanut butter

Opaque + Goat Cheese with Red Cherries

A cherry jam double-down

09/29/2026

Pro tip: if a pint of Opaque isn’t enough you’re allowed to buy a bucket.

For real, though: Opaque is going FAST. We’re nearly sold out online, and availability in shops is getting low. If you want to enjoy this flavor, now is the time! (Inventory varies by shop; we suggest calling before making a special trip.)

Address

1208 S Congress Avenue
Austin, TX
78704

If you're looking to visit a popular spot on South Congress Avenue in Austin, here are some brief travel directions:

Public Transport Option:
1. Take a bus or train to the Downtown Austin area.
2. From there, walk towards South Congress Avenue.
3. Continue walking south on South Congress Avenue until you reach your destination.

Driving/Parking Option:
1. If driving, head towards Downtown Austin.
2. Look for parking options near the South Congress Avenue area.
3. Once parked, walk south on South Congress Avenue until you reach your destination.

Please note that these directions are general and may vary depending on your starting point and traffic conditions. It's always a good idea to check for specific directions and parking availability before heading out.

Opening Hours

Monday	12pm - 12:30am
Tuesday	12pm - 12:30am
Wednesday	12pm - 12:30am
Thursday	12pm - 12:30am
Friday	11am - 1am
Saturday	11am - 1am
Sunday	11am - 12:30am

Website

https://jenis.com/scoop-shops/jenis-south-congress/

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What people say

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams on South Congress Avenue is a must-visit ice cream shop in Austin. With their wide range of flavors and unique creations, they have quickly become a favorite among locals and tourists alike.

One of their most exciting offerings is the Bombastix Sundae Cone. This new attraction has been generating a lot of buzz and is definitely worth stopping by for. Whether you prefer to enjoy it in-store or order it online, this delightful treat is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Another flavor that has been making waves is the Frosé sorbet. Made with Peregrine Ranch rosé, this sorbet captures the essence of summer with its crisp and refreshing taste. The added pear, strawberry, watermelon, and lemon juice elevate the flavor profile, creating a truly unique experience. It's like taking a sip of a cold adult beverage at the end of a long day on the road.

The return of the Frosé sorbet to Jeni's scoop shops and availability through their app has been met with great excitement. Its tinge of tartness and bright flavors make it the perfect summer refresher. It's as refreshing as cannonballing into a hotel pool after a sweltering day on the road.

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams continues to impress with their innovative flavors and commitment to quality ingredients. Their frozen rosé sorbet is just one example of how they push boundaries to create unforgettable treats. Whether you're looking for classic favorites or adventurous new flavors, Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams on South Congress Avenue will not disappoint.