Melissa & Doug Deluxe Ice Cream Parlor Set

by Melissa & Doug

Product Features

• Magnetic play set includes four magnetic ice cream scoops, two cones and two magnetic scoopers
• Stack and scoop
• Enrich a child's imagination
• Comes in a playful ?freezer? storage case
• Exceptional Quality and Value

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.1 x 8 x 16.5 inches ; 2.9 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000Y0M7I4
• Item model number: 2609
• Our recommended age: 36 months - 6 years
• Manufacturer recommended age: 36 months - 6 years
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #24,903 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
  • #60 in Toys & Games > Pretend Play > Kitchen Toys > Kitchen Playsets
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (99 customer reviews)

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

A sweet treat for a child's imagination, the Melissa & Doug Ice Cream Parlor Set lets children make believe they're running an old-fashioned ice cream parlor. The play set comes with realistic looking, stackable ice cream scoops in four "flavors," two sturdy wooden cones, and two scoopers. Designed for children ages three and up, this charming toy requires no batteries and no assembly, making it a refreshing inspiration for your children's imaginative play.

Ice Cream Parlor Set Ages: 3+

What We Think Fun factor: Durability: Educational factor: Novelty factor: The Good: Toy offers sturdy construction that's versatile enough to last several years. The Challenging: We wish there were more pieces for easier group play; also, the wooden cones are a bit heavy for younger children. In a Nutshell: Realistic ice cream cone playset offers plenty of inspiration for a child's imaginative play.

Make a yummy, triple-scoop cone creation with the Ice Cream Parlor Set from Melissa & Doug. View larger.

This simple, delicious-looking toy is fun and helps develop motor skills. View larger.

Scoop 'N' Stack
The Melissa & Doug Ice Cream Set features an abundance of nostalgic ice cream parlor charm, starting with its sturdy red-and-white, striped storage container. The set includes four realistic molded plastic ice cream scoops in chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, and mint chocolate chip "flavors." Two wooden cones and two plastic scoopers with painted wooden handles round out the set.

The scoopers, cones, and four ice cream scoops are all magnetic, so the scoopers can actually pick up the ice cream scoops and place them on the cones. They easily release by pressing the lever, like a real ice cream scooper. Magnets in the cones keep the scoops in place, even with a quadruple-dipped cone. (All magnets are located on the interior of the pieces, so there's no danger of the magnets breaking off and posing a serious risk to small children.)

Almost Good Enough to Eat
This set carries realistic, authentic touches, from the classic ice cream scoopers to the waffle design on the wooden cones. The cones look so good that our child tester almost fooled an adult into thinking her cone was real.

With its simple design and sturdy build, the Melissa & Doug Ice Cream Set gives children ideal props to inspire their imaginations -- no batteries, bells, or whistles to limit the possibilities. The toy can also aid in developing motor skills every time a young child uses the ice cream scooper to stack and balance the scoops.

But it's a toy that older children will enjoy, too. The toy's sturdy, quality construction helps ensure that it will last through many years of play. Because it comes with two scoopers, this toy is ideal for group play, although some testers wished that the set had a few more pieces.

About Melissa & Doug
Started in the garage at Doug's parents' house in 1988, Melissa & Doug has grown to become one of the most popular toy makers in the world. Their toys have garnered dozens of parenting and "best toy" awards over the years, and have been featured widely in national print media and on television.

One of the company's points of pride is that their toys are thoroughly tested for safety, and meet all US consumer product safety regulations. The toys are tested at the factory of origin during various phases of the production process to assure that every toy meets the company's stringent safety requirements every step along the way. In particular, the paints and coatings on Melissa & Doug toys are tested frequently to be sure they meet or exceed government recommendations limiting heavy metals and lead in children's items.

Since day one, Melissa & Doug has been in compliance with every US consumer product safety regulation and will continue to stay compliant as the laws continue to evolve, assuring parents that their children can have a safe childhood while playing with Melissa & Doug toys.

What's in the Box
4 plastic ice cream scoops, 2 scoopers, 2 wooden cones.

Product Description

The Ice Cream Parlour Set features four magnetic, colorful ice cream scoops, two cones and two magnetic scoopers in a playful freezer storage case. Encourages creative play! Eight pieces.

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!!!, July 15, 2008

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Mybananas (west coast) - See all my reviews

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Melissa & Doug Deluxe Ice Cream Parlor Set (Toy)

My daughter (3 years old) got this for her birthday. It was a big hit! All the kids loved playing with it. Even some of the parents were trying it out.

The cones are made of wood--so they're heavy and if you drop it on your toes, watch out! But the ice cream itself is a lightweight, very durable plastic.

I would highly recommend this product to any kids. I'm thinking of purchasing a second set just for when friends come over, that way they can each have a cone!

One thing I would like to recommend to the Melissa and Doug company, is for them to come out with a "Ice cream parlour 2" set. Maybe some more ice cream scoop flavors (orange sherbet, berry swirl, etc) or just extra cones. Even just a set of extra ice cream would be nice. Overall, it's a great set. Very good quality, as is all the Melissa & Doug toys we've bought. Your kids will love it!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars everyone loves ice cream!!, October 17, 2009

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Marie Leroux - See all my reviews

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Melissa & Doug Deluxe Ice Cream Parlor Set (Toy)

i bought this as a two-part gift for my 2yo niece -- she, as well as the other kids at the birthday party -- loved it. they're super cute and durable, seeing as how they're made out of wood and hard plastic. the really cute part was that they have light magnetic circles that help keep them on top of the wood cone foundation. i'm definitely a lover of melissa and doug products, and this one is truly a great one. if your kid loves ice cream, cooking, or playing in a little kitchen, i'd recommend this in a heartbeat.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great fun for a variety of ages, June 14, 2008

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S. Abbas "momto5" (colorado) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Melissa & Doug Deluxe Ice Cream Parlor Set (Toy)

We saw this product at a conference and the kids all loved it. We got it for my 4 y.o. birthday and everyone always plays with it when they come over. Even my 14 y.o. has been known to make a cone or two.