Salty's Inlet Ice Cream Opens May 1 in Point Pleasant Beach

Owner Steph Salardino plans to reopen the classic ice cream shop for the season with new vegan flavors and a unique 'Double Dipper' option.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 8:22pm

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An abstract, out-of-focus photograph showing the blurred outline of an ice cream cone dripping with melted ice cream against a hazy, blurred background evoking a seaside boardwalk, capturing the nostalgic and carefree mood of the Jersey Shore in summer.The return of Salty's Inlet Ice Cream signals the start of summer fun along the Jersey Shore.Point Pleasant Beach Today

Salty's Inlet Ice Cream, a beloved ice cream shop in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, is set to reopen for the 2026 season on May 1. The shop, owned by Steph Salardino, offers a variety of classic ice cream flavors, sundaes, Italian ices, and even vegan options. One of the shop's most popular menu items is the 'Double Dipper', which allows customers to enjoy both soft serve and hard serve ice cream in the same cup.

Why it matters

As a long-standing local business in the Point Pleasant Beach community, Salty's Inlet Ice Cream is a beloved destination for both residents and visitors. The shop's commitment to offering a diverse range of ice cream options, including vegan flavors, caters to the evolving preferences of the community and demonstrates the shop's dedication to providing a inclusive and enjoyable experience for all.

The details

Salty's Inlet Ice Cream is located at 101 Ocean Ave in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey. The shop will be open for the month of May on the following schedule: Thursday from 5 to 10 p.m., Friday from 4 to 10 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 12 to 10 p.m. The first 100 customers on opening day will receive a free small cone. In addition to classic ice cream flavors, the shop also offers sundaes, Italian ices, and milkshakes, as well as a unique 'Double Dipper' option that allows customers to enjoy both soft serve and hard serve ice cream in the same cup.

  • Salty's Inlet Ice Cream will reopen for the 2026 season on May 1.
  • The first 100 customers on opening day will receive a free small cone.

The players

Steph Salardino

The owner of Salty's Inlet Ice Cream, who grew up in the Point Pleasant Beach area and is passionate about ice cream and the Jersey Shore.

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What they’re saying

“One thing that I found to be incredibly unique about the shop is that they offer an option for those of us who can be indecisive when it comes to ordering.”

— Steph Salardino, Owner

What’s next

Salty's Inlet Ice Cream will update their website with the full summer hours as the season progresses.

The takeaway

Salty's Inlet Ice Cream's reopening for the 2026 season is a welcome sign of summer for the Point Pleasant Beach community. The shop's commitment to offering a diverse range of ice cream options, including vegan flavors, and its unique 'Double Dipper' menu item, demonstrates its dedication to providing a inclusive and enjoyable experience for all.