The Best Ice Cream Shop In Every State Freemixer/Getty Images There are countless reasons to visit an ice cream shop. It's a hot day. You're on a first date. You've had a strenuous day at work. There isn't enough room in your freezer to store pints from the grocery store. Whatever the reason may be, there's no shortage of ice cream shops in the U.S. where you can get your fix. Even states that often endure frigid temperatures, such as Alaska and Vermont, sustain booming ice cream industries.