A.C.’s Icees in Coconut Grove: Miami’s Coolest Local Treat

If you have never been to Coconut Grove, you are in for a treat. Tucked along the shoreline of Biscayne Bay, “The Grove” is one of Miami’s most historic and charming neighborhoods. And right in the heart of it all, inside David T. Kennedy Park, sits a true neighborhood legend: A.C.’s Icees.

A Sweet Slice of Local History

Since 1978, A.C.’s Icees has been cooling off park visitors with frosty lemonade and fruit-flavored ice drinks. The “A.C.” stands for Alan Cohen, a runner from Michigan who set up his truck in Coconut Grove more than forty years ago. What started as a simple refreshment stand for joggers has become one of Miami’s most beloved local traditions. Locals, tourists, and generations of families still line up at the small white truck for the same hand-churned frozen lemonade that made it famous.

The menu is short, simple, and perfect:
🍋 Frosted Lemonade (the original and best seller)
🍒 Cherry
🍍 Piña Colada
You can mix flavors if you want something extra special, like half lemonade and half cherry. Everything is made fresh and served ice cold — the perfect treat for a hot Miami day.

Why It’s Worth the Stop

A.C.’s Icees is more than just a snack truck. It is part of the Grove’s culture. The truck sits beneath giant trees overlooking the bay, where you can watch sailboats glide by while you enjoy your ice-cold drink. It is simple, genuine, and unmistakably Miami. Families love it because it is right inside Kennedy Park, where kids can run, play, and cool off. Locals love it because it has not changed in decades. Visitors love it because it captures the easygoing, tropical spirit of Coconut Grove.

If You Go

📍 Location: 2470 South Bayshore Drive, Miami, Florida
🕓 Hours: Usually 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., depending on weather
💵 Bring cash just in case
🌴 Best time: Late morning or early afternoon before the park gets busy

If you find yourself falling in love with Coconut Grove’s charm, friendly community, and relaxed lifestyle, call Corey Schwartz at 305-987-6874 to learn more about living in Miami and finding the perfect home for your lifestyle.