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Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is a popular ice cream shop and parlor chain that operates in 31 states with over 600 shops. Known for its famous Italian Ice made fresh daily, Frozen Custard, Milkshakes, Sundaes, CustardCookie Sandwiches, layered Gelati and signature Misto and Blendini creations. Explore this delightfully different treat experience to enjoy the perfect summer sensation of Ice, Custard & Happine.

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Pick your flavor… and your grad personality 🎓🍧💙 Blue Raspberry🥭 Mango🍒 Cherry💚 Green AppleWhich one are you claiming? 👀👇...
06/03/2026

Pick your flavor… and your grad personality 🎓🍧

💙 Blue Raspberry
🥭 Mango
🍒 Cherry
💚 Green Apple

Which one are you claiming? 👀👇

Availability may vary by shop and day.

06/02/2026

What’s behind the door? A sweet way to give back.

Purchase a treat and support Alex’s Lemonade Stand.

Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation

This is what we call berry exciting!Blackberry Ice has officially joined the Rita’s lineup, and we can’t wait for you to...
06/01/2026

This is what we call berry exciting!

Blackberry Ice has officially joined the Rita’s lineup, and we can’t wait for you to try it.

Drop a 🫐 if this is your next order.
Flavor availability may vary by location.

05/31/2026

3 choices… but you can only pick one 👀

Which one are you going for 🍵🍓🍯

05/29/2026

SwICEy is calling.

05/28/2026

This $1 is on a mission 🚗💨🍧

Hint: it ends somewhere sweet AND meaningful 💛

Stop by Rita’s to donate!

05/27/2026

Give back while you treat yourself! Support Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation at your local Rita’s and help fight childhood cancer.

05/26/2026

Pucker up! 💙🍧

Sour Blue Pucker is here… sweet, sour, and unforgettably delicious!

05/26/2026

Ice Guy is ready for the summer sun! Are you? ☀️🍧

Red, white, and blue… and a little sweet too! 🍧💙❤️Happy Memorial Day from all of us at Rita’s!
05/25/2026

Red, white, and blue… and a little sweet too! 🍧💙❤️

Happy Memorial Day from all of us at Rita’s!

🎉 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🎉Let Rita’s get you ready for Summer with our Rita’s SunglassesHere’s how to enter:1️⃣ Follow us on Ins...
05/24/2026

🎉 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🎉

Let Rita’s get you ready for Summer with our Rita’s Sunglasses

Here’s how to enter:

1️⃣ Follow us on Instagram () 📱
2️⃣ Like this post ❤️
3️⃣ Tag a friend 🤝
✨ BONUS: Earn an extra entry every time you tag a friend!

Giveaway starts 5/24 at 12 pm ET and ends 5/28 at 10 am ET. Winners will be chosen at random.

Good luck!

*See full giveaway rules in our bio!

Would you scoop it… or pass? 😏Drop your picks below! 👇
05/23/2026

Would you scoop it… or pass? 😏

Drop your picks below! 👇

Can’t decide? We don’t blame you 😏🍧Discover your next favorite MISTO® flavor today!Availability may vary by shop and day...
05/23/2026

Can’t decide? We don’t blame you 😏🍧

Discover your next favorite MISTO® flavor today!

Availability may vary by shop and day!

POV: the PR team wrote the caption… then the social team “fixed” it 😭🍦✨
05/21/2026

POV: the PR team wrote the caption… then the social team “fixed” it 😭🍦✨

Who says lemons can’t make a difference? 🍋💛Donate at Rita’s for Alex’s Lemonade Stand!
05/21/2026

Who says lemons can’t make a difference? 🍋💛

Donate at Rita’s for Alex’s Lemonade Stand!

05/21/2026

Give $1. Make a difference. 💛

Swing for a cause ⛳️🍧Rita's Italian Ice Eagles Autism Golf ClassicPlay. Give. Make an impact.Register - link in bio
05/20/2026

Swing for a cause ⛳️🍧
Rita's Italian Ice Eagles Autism Golf Classic
Play. Give. Make an impact.

Register - link in bio

Stock up for the holiday weekend 🇺🇸Buy 3 quarts, get 1 FREE, 5/20–5/22 in the app only!Swipe to pick your flavor, don't ...
05/19/2026

Stock up for the holiday weekend 🇺🇸

Buy 3 quarts, get 1 FREE, 5/20–5/22 in the app only!

Swipe to pick your flavor, don't see it? Comment your favorite below! 👉
Availability may vary by shop and day!

05/19/2026

We’re kicking off our Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation fundraiser at Rita’s!

Stop by, enjoy a treat, and help us support

05/18/2026

Your new obsession? MISTO® Shake 🥤🍧

Sweet, creamy, icy. 😍

⛳ The final round is in the books… and the leaderboard is looking delicious.🍧From the 5 Layer Gelati taking the clubhous...
05/17/2026

⛳ The final round is in the books… and the leaderboard is looking delicious.🍧

From the 5 Layer Gelati taking the clubhouse lead to Mango Ice making a strong push, this championship was stacked with fan favorites all weekend long. Which Rita’s treat would be taking home the trophy for you? 🏆🍦

The season we’ve all been waiting for 😎🍧
05/17/2026

The season we’ve all been waiting for 😎🍧

ICE MODE: ACTIVATED❄️Some drops just hit colder🧊🥶
05/16/2026

ICE MODE: ACTIVATED❄️

Some drops just hit colder🧊🥶

05/16/2026

Is it cake… or is it Rita’s? 👀🍧

Nothing beats the original.

05/15/2026

The SwICEy Meter is rising and trust us, it only gets better from here. 🌶️

Have you leveled up to SwICEy yet?

This combo just set the bar 🍧💙What’s your pick?
05/14/2026

This combo just set the bar 🍧💙

What’s your pick?

Think you’ve got a sharp eye? 👀💙Comment how many you found ⬇️We’ll DM a few people who get all 5 a surprise 🎉Tag someone...
05/14/2026

Think you’ve got a sharp eye? 👀💙

Comment how many you found ⬇️

We’ll DM a few people who get all 5 a surprise 🎉

Tag someone who won’t get them all!

05/13/2026

No explanation needed.

05/13/2026

Pause it… which one is yours? 👀

05/12/2026

There’s always room for Rita’s 🍧

The countdown to Dover is on. 🏁Catch Josh Bilicki driving the Rita’s-sponsored No. 07 Chevrolet at Dover Motor Speedway ...
05/12/2026

The countdown to Dover is on. 🏁

Catch Josh Bilicki driving the Rita’s-sponsored No. 07 Chevrolet at Dover Motor Speedway on May 16.

Plus, don’t miss our on-site meet & greet at the track.

Your next obsession has arrived 💙🍧Sweet? Nope. Sour? Absolutely. 😏Think you can handle Blue Sour Pucker? 👀
05/11/2026

Your next obsession has arrived 💙🍧

Sweet? Nope. Sour? Absolutely. 😏

Think you can handle Blue Sour Pucker? 👀

Meet your new obsession 💙💥Introducing Sour Blue Pucker Ice. Topped with Trolli® Sour Brite Octopus, it’s a flavor punch ...
05/11/2026

Meet your new obsession 💙💥

Introducing Sour Blue Pucker Ice. Topped with Trolli® Sour Brite Octopus, it’s a flavor punch that hits different. Toppings are an additional charge!

Cool down. Pucker up. Repeat. 😋

Gelati Sundae = almost gone 😱Don’t miss your chance to scoop one before it’s history! 🍓🍫
05/06/2026

Gelati Sundae = almost gone 😱

Don’t miss your chance to scoop one before it’s history! 🍓🍫

Every bite = 🔥Your taste buds won’t know what hit them. 🌶️💥
05/05/2026

Every bite = 🔥

Your taste buds won’t know what hit them. 🌶️💥

Your sweet tooth called… 🍧📞It said it wants FREE small Italian Ice with any Treat* purchase, today only!
05/03/2026

Your sweet tooth called… 🍧📞

It said it wants FREE small Italian Ice with any Treat* purchase, today only!

Something sweet with a little heat is on the way. 👀🌶️We’re getting ready to bring a bold new flavor to Rita’s. Stay tune...
04/30/2026

Something sweet with a little heat is on the way. 👀🌶️

We’re getting ready to bring a bold new flavor to Rita’s. Stay tuned!

04/29/2026

Can you spot the hint? 👀🍬

Pause the video and see if you can guess our newest flavor before the big reveal.

How would you Kiwi Melon? 🥝🍉From Italian Ice to Gelati, Blenders, and Misto® Shakes, there are plenty of delicious ways ...
04/24/2026

How would you Kiwi Melon? 🥝🍉

From Italian Ice to Gelati, Blenders, and Misto® Shakes, there are plenty of delicious ways to enjoy this refreshing flavor at Rita’s.

Available at select locations.

04/21/2026

After work just wouldn’t be the same without a sweet treat 🍧

Let Rita’s solve that for you

Address

5901 Rising Sun Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
19120

From Center City Philadelphia, take the SEPTA Broad Street Line to Erie Station. Then transfer to the Route 23 bus towards Germantown and get off at Rising Sun Avenue. The ice cream shop is a short walk from the bus stop.

If driving, take North Broad Street north to Rising Sun Avenue and turn left. Limited street parking is available nearby or there is a parking lot across the street from the ice cream parlor.

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 9pm
Tuesday 12pm - 9pm
Wednesday 12pm - 9pm
Thursday 12pm - 9pm
Friday 12pm - 9pm
Saturday 12pm - 9pm
Sunday 12pm - 9pm

Telephone

+1 215-342-2500

Website

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Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for a unique and delightful treat experience. As the largest Italian Ice concept in the nation, Rita's has over 600 shops across 31 states, offering a wide variety of frozen treats that are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

One of the highlights of Rita's is their famous Italian Ice, which is made fresh daily using real fruit. The flavors are perfectly balanced and refreshing, making it the perfect treat on a hot summer day. In addition to their Italian Ice, Rita's also offers Frozen Custard, Milkshakes, Sundaes, Custard Cookie Sandwiches, layered Gelati, as well as signature Misto and Blendini creations.

What sets Rita's apart from other ice cream shops is their commitment to quality and freshness. Each day they make their frozen treats from scratch using only the best ingredients. This dedication to quality has been part of their story since 1984 when Bob Tumolo started selling Italian Ice from a small porch window in Bensalem, PA.

Today, Rita's continues to spread happiness everywhere it goes with its delicious frozen treats. Whether you're in the mood for something fruity or creamy, there's something for everyone at Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard. So why not stop by and indulge in some "Ice, Custard & Happiness" today?

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