Forest's Favorite Gelato Since 2018

Scoops of Joy in Every Bite

Handcrafted artisanal ice cream made with locally sourced ingredients and bold, unforgettable flavors. From velvety vanilla to daring sea salt caramel.

Monkee Joe's artisanal ice cream display with colorful scoops
25+ Flavors
Rotating daily
Open Today
11AM - 9PM

Why Choose Monkee Joe's?

We're not just another ice cream shop. We're a destination for flavor enthusiasts who demand the extraordinary.

Locally Sourced

Every ingredient is carefully selected from local farms and suppliers. We partner with Virginia dairy farmers to ensure the creamiest, freshest base for every scoop.

Award-Winning Recipes

Our signature flavors have been recognized by local food critics and voted Forest's Best Ice Cream for three consecutive years. Taste the difference passion makes.

Daily Fresh Batches

We make small batches throughout the day, ensuring you always get the freshest, creamiest ice cream. No leftovers, no compromises—just pure perfection.

Made with Love

Every scoop is crafted by hand with attention to detail that you can taste. From churning to packaging, we treat every detail with the care it deserves.

Our Signature Flavors

Rotate through our ever-changing lineup of bold, creative, and crowd-pleasing flavors. New arrivals every week!

Classic Madagascar Vanilla Bean ice cream
Classic

Madagascar Vanilla Bean

Real vanilla beans from Madagascar, creating a velvety, aromatic masterpiece that defines perfection.

Rich dark chocolate ice cream
Indulgent

Belgian Dark Chocolate

Intensely rich Belgian chocolate creates a decadent, fudgy experience for true chocolate lovers.

Fresh strawberry swirl ice cream
Fruity

Strawberry Basil Swirl

Fresh local strawberries paired with aromatic basil create a sophisticated, refreshing twist.

Sea salt caramel ice cream
Best Seller

Sea Salt Caramel

Our signature flavor—perfectly balanced sweet and salty with ribbons of house-made caramel.

Monkee Joe's ice cream shop interior

Our Story

Monkee Joe's Ice Cream was born from a simple dream: to create the most delicious, memorable ice cream experience in Forest. What started as a summer pop-up in 2018 has grown into a beloved community staple.

We believe ice cream is more than dessert—it's a moment of joy, a shared experience, a reason to pause and savor life's simple pleasures. That's why every batch is made with the same care and creativity as if we were making it for our own family.

Visit Our Shop
25+
Unique Flavors
6
Years Serving Forest
10K+
Happy Customers

Come Visit Us

We'd love to welcome you to our shop. Stop by for a scoop, stay for the vibes.

Address

1190 Perrowville Rd
Forest, VA 24551

Hours

Monday - Sunday
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Ready for Your Next Favorite Scoop?

Join us at 1190 Perrowville Rd for the creamiest, most creative ice cream experience in Forest. Fresh batches daily—come taste the difference!

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