Ale's Ice Cream Shop

Delicious Homemade Ice Cream in Bloomington, IN

At Ale’s, we blend tradition and creativity, offering a unique mix of heritage-inspired flavors like Mexican chocolate and tropical mango with chili alongside classic favorites!

Our Menu
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    Homemade!

    Made from scratch with love

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    Many Flavors!

    Unique and diverse ice cream options

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    Amazing Reviews!

    Loved by everyone

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About Us

Ale’s: Crafted with Love

Welcome to Ale’s Ice Cream Shop, a proud Latina-owned business run by Alejandrina "Gina" in the heart of our community.

At Ale’s, we blend tradition and creativity, offering a unique mix of heritage-inspired flavors like Mexican chocolate and tropical mango with chili alongside classic favorites.

Every scoop is made with love and care, bringing people together to share sweet moments. Thank you for making us a part of your community—we’re excited to serve you one delicious scoop at a time!

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Customer Reviews

What Our Customers Are Saying

Delight your taste buds and hear what others have to say about our ice cream! From creamy classics to unique flavors, our customers can't get enough of the sweet experience. See their words of joy and discover your next favorite scoop.

  • Esra Ibil

    "Cozy, local, friendly place. I talked to Ale, and asked her recommendation. She suggested horchata ( rice & cinnamon) ice cream, I ordered horchata and loved it! I also wanted to try a different flavor but I was full. Next time I plan to try fruit based ice creams."

  • Bethany Ward-Bluhm

    "I love this place so much! I can get crepes and flan in the same place, and that's a dream come true for me. The owners are really sweet, and the food is CONSISTENTLY delicious. 💜"

  • Michael Burton

    "Oh wow, this place is amazing. A literal mom and pop shop the ice creams are all delicious! I can't wait to try their other treats!"

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Horchata (Best Seller): Inspired by the classic rice and cinnamon drink, this flavor is creamy, sweet, and lightly spiced — a customer favorite.

    Zarzamora (Blackberry): A rich and tangy fruit flavor made with real blackberries, often swirled with cream or paired with other fruits.

  • We offer 34 delicious flavors and keep them available year-round, so you can enjoy your favorites anytime! While we may introduce seasonal specials occasionally, our core menu stays consistent to ensure you always find the flavor you love.

  • We serve a wide variety of delicious items including: Traditional Mexican ice cream, Crepes, Nachos, Cakes, Fruit chips, Flan and more!

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Hours

  • Monday11 AM – 10 PM
  • Tuesday11 AM – 10 PM
  • Wednesday11 AM – 10 PM
  • Thursday11 AM – 10 PM
  • Friday11 AM – 10 PM
  • Saturday11 AM – 10 PM
  • Sunday2 – 9 PM