Opening hours
Closed · opens 11:00 AM
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in Richardson: 8:35 AM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (972) 685-5070 to confirm.
Location & directions
526 W Arapaho RdRichardson, TX 75080
About Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream
Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream is an ice cream shop you'll find at 526 W Arapaho Rd in Richardson, Texas. Our Richardson guide covers 271 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream is open 7 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Guests can choose from 8 menu items. You will find options like Cappuccino Crunch Pint, Cookie Dough Ice Cream, and Chocolate Chip.
Available service options are no-contact delivery, delivery, drive-through, in-store pickup, in-store shopping, and onsite services. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, cozy, and trendy, and it is a good fit for groups. The place is family-friendly and LGBTQ+ friendly. It is especially popular for solo dining. Offerings include coffee.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, and wheelchair accessible restroom. Payment methods accepted: checks, credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free parking lot. Phone: (972) 685-5070.
Quick facts
- Category
- Ice Cream Shop
- Address
- 526 W Arapaho Rd, Richardson, TX 75080
- Phone
- (972) 685-5070
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Menu
- 8 items
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 11 AM on Saturdays; one of the quieter times is around 6 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for ice cream shops and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream’s weekday schedule with 327 other ice cream shops in Texas. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, close to the local norm of 11:00 AM and closes at 9:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 10:00 PM).
In total it is open about 71 hours a week, 6 hours fewer than the local median of 77. 96% of ice cream shops in Texas open on Sundays, and Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream is one of them.
Compared with 327 other ice cream shops in Texas that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for ice cream shops in Texas
Based on 27 menus with 360 priced items from ice cream shops in Texas, the median menu item costs $6.25, and half of all items are priced between $4.50 and $8.70.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Banana Split | 26% | $8.88 |
| Nachos | 15% | $4.75 |
| Rusas | 11% | $7.25 |
| Mangonada | 11% | $5.95 |
| Frito Pie | 11% | $4.50 |
Calculated from 27 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- In-store pickup
- In-store shopping
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Coffee
Dining options
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Planning
- Quick visit
Payments
- Checks
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream there are 8 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 54 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (8), Chinese (6), Pizza (5), and Mexican & Tex-Mex (4).
Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream is the only ice cream shop within a mile (6 within three miles). The next closest is Braum's, 1.9 mi away.
20 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- PizzaDomino's< 0.1 mi
- VietnamesePhở Trương< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexTaco Bell< 0.1 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodJack in the Box< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsThe Billiard Den0.2 mi
What to expect at an ice cream shop
This group brings together bakeries, donut shops, ice cream parlors, frozen yogurt shops, dessert cafes, candy stores and specialty sweet shops. Bakeries usually open early and sell their best items before noon, while ice cream and dessert shops are busiest in the evening and on warm weekends.
What to order
- Croissants or morning pastries – freshest early in the day
- Donuts – classic glazed is the benchmark
- Cookies and cupcakes – easy to share or take home
- Pan dulce or Asian buns – bakery specialties from other traditions
Good to know
- Arrive early for the full selection; popular items sell out.
- Order celebration cakes several days ahead.
- Many bakeries discount day-old bread and pastries in the afternoon.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM. Monday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Is Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream open on Sunday?
Yes, Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream is open on Sundays: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Where is Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream located?
Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream is located at 526 W Arapaho Rd, Richardson, TX 75080.
What is the phone number of Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream?
You can call Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream at (972) 685-5070.
Does Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: no-contact delivery, delivery, drive-through, in-store pickup, in-store shopping, onsite services, takeout, and dine-in.
Does Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream take reservations?
Reservations are not listed; Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream may be walk-in only.
Is Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, and wheelchair accessible restroom.
Is Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream good for kids?
Family-friendly details: good for kids.
Is Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream open late?
Yes – Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream is open until 10 PM or later on Friday and Saturday.
What else is near Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream?
There are 54 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream. Nearby options include Domino's (< 0.1 mi), Phở Trương (< 0.1 mi), and Taco Bell (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other ice cream shops near Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream?
None within a mile. The closest is Braum's, 1.9 mi away.
How much do ice cream shops in Texas cost?
Based on 27 menus with 360 priced items from ice cream shops in Texas, the median menu item costs $6.25, and half of all items are priced between $4.50 and $8.70.
