What is New Zealand-style ice cream?

It’s a soft-serve-style treat made by blending all-natural vanilla ice cream with real frozen fruit — like strawberries, mango, or mixed berries — right when you order. It’s creamy, fruity, and made fresh just for you.

Can I put the other ice cream flavors into the blender with fruit or toppings?

We can’t — those mix-ins (like nuts) are too tough on the blender and can damage the equipment.

Can I add fruit as a topping on regular ice cream?

We have bananas, cherries, and other fruit syrups that can be added to sundaes and ice cream. Our fruit is frozen so it can blend smoothly into New Zealand-style ice cream.

Can I blend just vanilla, chocolate, or vegan vanilla — no fruit?

Totally! It’ll be softer than usual ice cream, but super creamy — think of it like a rich, dreamy soft serve.

Can I customize a Phil’s Fav?

Yes! Feel free to swap out the ice cream flavor or toppings. Just a heads-up: extra add-ons might change the final price.

Is Phil’s a chain? Is it still family owned?

Phil’s is 100% local and family owned — right here in Charleston. We took over a long-time neighborhood shop and gave it a fresh new vibe, focused on fun, clean ingredients, and delicious ice cream.

What brand of ice cream do you serve?

We partner with a family run creamery (Ice Cream Club) that only works with independent scoop shops like ours. Everything is made with real ingredients and a focus on quality.

Do you have desserts other than ice cream?

Absolutely! We’re more than just scoops. You’ll find rotating cake and pie slices, baklava, cookies, and other sweet treats that pop up throughout the year. If it tastes amazing and makes people smile, you’ll probably find it here.

  • "This place has the best ice cream in Mount Pleasant. The real fruit blended in front of you it’s amazing! Highly recommend."

    by Benjamin G.

  • "Phil’s is such a fantastic addition to the neighborhood! Their blended options are uniquely delicious, unlike any frozen treat I’ve had before (and let’s just say I’m a connoisseur)."

    by Christine S.

  • "Excellent New Zealand style real fruit ice cream. They have chocolate as an option for the base - which I've not seen in NZ! - but tried with raspberry and it was delightful! Creamy and delicious. Well done team!"

    by Kaylyn C.

  • "If you want yummy ice cream, Phil's more than fits the bill! ... The ice cream was delicious. Phil's is a must try and keep coming back place!"

    by Ashley B.