Get the scoop on some of Houston’s most delightful ice cream shops

“Eat Like a Local” visits craft ice cream shops in our 50th episode of ‘Eat Like a Local’

It’s our 50th episode of “Eat Like a Local”, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with ice cream!

In this episode, host Chris Shepherd heads out to find the city’s must-try scoop shops. From innovative flavors to nostalgic classics, here’s where to get your next frozen treat fix.


Cloud 10 Creamery

711 Heights Blvd | Houston

3201 Louisiana St. Suite 100 | Houston

First up, Chris heads to Cloud 10 Creamery, the city’s first chef-driven ice cream shop. Here, pastry chef Chris Leung redefines the rules of ice cream with flavors that push beyond traditional. Ever had Toasted Rice ice cream? How about Pandan? Leung’s expertise in pastry shines through as he masterfully balances bold, unexpected flavors with perfectly executed versions of beloved classics.

You can customize your banana split many different ways at Cloud 10 Creamery. (Copyright 2025 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.)

Cosmic Ice Cream Co.

937 W. Bay Area Blvd. | Webster

8207A Long Point Rd. | Houston (Spring Branch)

9240 Broadway St. | Pearland

Next, Chris makes his way to Cosmic Ice Cream, a spot known for transforming your favorite desserts into frozen treats. Try a scoop of Banana Pudding, complete with swirls of roasted bananas, Cool Whip and vanilla wafer chunks - or Campfire S’mores packed with toasted marshmallow goodness and bits of graham cracker. If you’re a fan of peanut butter and chocolate, the Salted Peanut Butter Brownie flavor is a salty-sweet must.

Husband and wife Camille and Julian Haynes sit down with Chris Shepherd to talk about how they shifted careers to open Cosmic Ice Cream Co. (Copyright 2025 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.)

Milk + Sugar

1848 Westheimer Rd. | Houston

1324 N Shepherd Dr. | Houston

5172 Buffalo Speedway | Houston

Chris wraps up his ice cream tour at his own neighborhood shop, Milk + Sugar. This cozy shop is known for churning out small-batch, handcrafted flavors that keep locals coming back for more. Chris sticks with his go-to order, PB Cookies & Cream, but also takes the opportunity to sample a few new flavors, proving that there’s always something exciting to discover at this beloved spot.

A mix of ice cream flavors at Milk + Sugar (Copyright 2025 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.)

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