FERNLEY, Nev. — A small shop just off U.S. 95A in Fernley has earned statewide attention after Yelp named it the only Nevada location on its national list of the 100 best ice cream shops in the United States.
Local flavor draws statewide recognition
Steve’s Homemade Ice Cream, located at 1360 U.S. Hwy. 95A N., Suite 5, was the solitary Silver State entry on Yelp’s all-time Top 100 list released in advance of National Ice Cream Day. The recognition highlights the shop’s homemade flavors, customer service and steady stream of reviews that factored into Yelp’s ranking methodology.
The listing places an otherwise rural dessert counter in the spotlight and underscores how online review platforms can amplify small-town businesses. Fernley sits about 20–25 minutes east of Reno, making the shop accessible to residents of the Truckee Meadows and travelers along the highway.
What Yelp considered
Yelp’s ranking drew on its review database for businesses in the ice cream category, weighing total volume of ratings and reviews alongside other measures of customer engagement. In practical terms, the spot’s strong local patronage and positive reviewer comments helped it stand out among Nevada competitors.
- Shop: Steve’s Homemade Ice Cream
- Address: 1360 U.S. Hwy. 95A N., Suite 5, Fernley
- Recognition: Only Nevada location on Yelp’s Top 100 U.S. ice cream shops
- Timing: Announcement ahead of National Ice Cream Day, July 19, 2026
Why it matters for Fernley
For a community outside Nevada’s major metros, such recognition can translate into modest tourist traffic and local economic benefit, especially during summer weekends. Businesses that draw visitors from nearby Reno and Carson City can see increased foot traffic that supports surrounding retailers and services.
Customers who praised the shop on Yelp pointed to its variety of homemade flavors, tidy shop environment and a welcoming owner. Those attributes, reflected in the platform’s review counts, contributed to Steve’s selection as Nevada’s representative on the national list.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shop name | Steve’s Homemade Ice Cream |
| Location | 1360 U.S. Hwy. 95A N., Suite 5, Fernley |
| Recognition | Yelp Top 100 U.S. Ice Cream Shops — only Nevada entry |
| Relevant date | National Ice Cream Day: July 19, 2026 |
Residents and visitors planning to celebrate National Ice Cream Day this year now have a nearby option to consider. For Fernley, the spotlight also provides a reminder that local businesses can achieve recognition beyond city lines through consistent service and engagement with customers.
Coverage of small businesses and community commerce continues to be a central part of understanding Nevada’s economic and cultural life. Steve’s Homemade Ice Cream’s listing on Yelp’s Top 100 provides one clear example of how a locally rooted business can gain wider attention.
