Don't get us wrong, our real estate agents love the hot summer weather in Louisiana. But sometimes, we all need something cold and refreshing to help cool down on a hot day.

Luckily, we happen to have an array of outstanding ice cream establishments at our fingertips. When you're looking for a place to beat the heat and satisfy your sweet tooth, head to one of our favorite ice cream shops in Lafayette. 

• Borden's Ice Cream Shoppe - 1103 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501
  Tracing its roots back to 1940, Borden's Ice Cream Shoppe is the sort of old-fashioned ice cream parlor you don't often see anymore. Borden's was a widespread ice cream chain at one time, but the Lafayette location, located just minutes from these Lafayette open houses, is its last remaining outpost. They dole out dishes and cones of 20-plus flavors of ice cream and sherbet in their retro-style counter-serve space, along with classic desserts like banana splits and root beer floats. Borden's is a blast from the past and a sure-fire crowd-pleaser.
  
  
• Carpe Diem Cafe & Wine Bar - 812 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501
  Known equally for its coffee, cocktails, and desserts, Carpe Diem Cafe & Wine Bar is a stylish hangout with a great vibe and some of the best espresso in town. But the real star of the show at Carpe Diem is the gelato, a luscious frozen treat that's available in a rotating array of flavors. Looking for something with a little more kick? Try an affogato made with espresso, gelato, and a shot of liqueur. It combines a little bit of everything they do best at Carpe Diem Cafe & Wine Bar. Check it out a stone's throw from many Lafayette homes for sale.
  
  
• Twin's Burgers & Sweets - 2801 Johnston St, Lafayette, LA 70503
  Half burger joint and half ice cream parlor, Twin's Burger's & Sweets has you covered for both lunch and dessert on a sunny summer day in Lafayette. Their menu revolves around summertime staples like hamburgers, hot dogs, and fries, but don't forget about the "sweets" side of the Twin's Burgers & Sweets menu. They offer a great selection of ice cream flavors here, along with shakes and an array of tempting baked goods. 
  
  
• Sunday's Soda Fountain - 431 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501
  Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a convenient Downtown Lafayette location, Sunday's Soda Fountain offers a modern take on the classic American diner experience. Think of it as an elevated take on the soda fountain concept, with craft cocktails and plussed-up sandwiches sharing menu real estate with modernized versions of traditional desserts. Sunday's Soda Fountain crafts exceptional sundaes, floats, milkshakes, and ice cream sandwiches.
  
  
• Emmy's Ice Cream Bar - 481 Albertson Pkwy #7, Broussard, LA 70518
  Some of the best ice cream around is served at Emmy's Ice Cream Bar, a local family-owned and operated establishment that now offers two locations in the Lafayette area. Offering scratch-made ice cream in an ever-changing selection of tasty and colorfully-named flavors, Emmy's can always be counted on for a sweet, satisfying dessert. Order yours in a dish, cup, or waffle cone, or go big with a next-level frozen creation like a malted milkshake, banana split, or ice cream nachos. 

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