Your Local Little Rock Kilwins Store
We’re the best chocolate, fudge, and ice cream store in Little Rock
Kilwins is a well-renowned Little Rock chocolate store that makes exceptional chocolates and ice cream that will complement your day out in Little Rock. Our assortment of sweets and desserts is made from old, proprietary recipes that have remained unchanged for decades.
These include Mackinac Island Fudge, caramel corn, caramel apples, chocolate-dipped goodies, ice cream sundaes, and more! Kilwins Little Rock is situated in the Arcade Building in the River Market District, making it easy to drop by and experience premium goodies unlike any other.
Kilwins candy cooks make incredible brittle, toffee, and TUTTLE™ Nut Caramels. We are proud to use Fair Trade Certified™ chocolate, and in our Original Recipe Ice Cream, we use premium ingredients. Our menu has something for everyone—the best desserts made with the best ingredients.
Kilwins was founded in 1947 by Don and Katy Kilwin, who shared a passion for candy-making. What started off small has grown quite a bit, but we have never lost our family business mentality; our store is locally owned and operated. So, when you walk into the Kilwins Little Rock chocolate store, everyone from the cooks to the customers are your neighbors.
It is our proprietary recipes that the founders developed themselves that made Kilwins what it is today. We continue to uphold the tradition of handcrafting each bar of chocolate, each flavor of fudge, and more in the same way the founders did. This way, we never compromise quality, and we can ensure that each piece is flawless.
Once you step inside our Little Rock chocolate store, the sweet smells of our freshly made chocolates and waffle cones fill the room. Watch as our team of professional fudge-makers work their magic. The dark, fudgy mixture coats our marble counter in a shiny pool (not unlike Lake Maumelle).
The workers push and pull it by hand; as it ripples across the marble, the fudge cools and hardens. Ask for a sample and bring home a slice. Finally, add some salty to your sweet with an order of our caramel corn and brittle made in traditional copper kettles.
Every item is worth a try and will take you back in line for more. Our confections are great for on-the-go—a perfect snack to take home or to take with you as you stroll through Little Rock.
What To Do in Arkansas—The Best Desserts
Arkansas is a state known for its natural beauty, sitting along the Arkansas River and the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains. A state this beautiful needs desserts that match—and Kilwins is here to share. If there’s one thing that can make your day even better, it is a delicious treat from Kilwins in hand.
Enjoy a bite of our signature fudge while relaxing at the Jazz in the Park Festival or pick up a scoop of ice cream after visiting the Children’s Museum (which is walking distance from our 415 President Clinton Avenue storefront). Have a refreshing ice cream cone after a long day of cycling along Little Rock’s biking trails.
We’re More Than Chocolate: Your Favorite Ice Cream Store in Little Rock
Kilwins is not just a chocolate store; we are also a renowned ice cream parlor. Our counter is filled with Original Recipe Ice Cream flavors that will cool you off on a warm day. Have your fill of classic vanilla and chocolate, or try our assorted, fudgy, salted, or fruity flavors. Drop by our Little Rock ice cream store for a sample and a scoop of that rich and creamy goodness.
We have worked endlessly to create the ideal ice cream: It wasn’t until 1985 that we first introduced it to our menu. Over the years, we got bolder with our flavors, coming up with new ideas and adding something unique each time. We guarantee that you will find something you love.
Of course, you can’t have ice cream without toppings. Kilwins gives you a wide variety of toppings to customize your ice cream, including chocolate chips, nuts, hot caramel, hot fudge, and more. Each topping brings a different flavor and texture to your ice cream combo, so you can create your own unique dessert that fits your taste.
On days when the temperature and the humidity rise, rely on Kilwins to help you stay cool. Our ice cream is made at the ideal temperature and consistency for beating the summer heat. In addition to our ice cream, we also have cold beverages, such as milkshakes, malts, floats.
How We Make Our Original Recipe Ice Cream: The Kilwins Way
We only use the highest quality ingredients to serve as the foundation of our ice cream and to ensure its super-premium designation.
Kilwins also operates specialized vehicles for shipping and handling our ice cream. These climate-controlled trucks regulate our ice cream’s temperature. This prevents melting and freezer burn, ensuring the ice cream maintains 100% of its quality while in transit.
Furthermore, we use customized containers that seal our ice cream. The result is a perfectly crafted, kosher-certified ice cream ready to be served to our beloved customers.
