Bruster's Ice Cream Inc
About The Bruster's Ice Cream Inc
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Bruster's Real Ice Cream, Inc., founded in 1989 by Bruce Reed, is a privately held company headquartered in Bridgewater, Pennsylvania.
The company operates and franchises a chain of ice cream parlors known for their commitment to freshness and quality.
As of 2024, Bruster's has expanded to nearly 200 independently owned locations across 22 states in the U.S., as well as internationally.
Locations
The company has locations in:
- United States (22 states)
- Guyana
- South Korea
- Wilmington, DE, USA
Ice Cream and Flavors
At the heart of Bruster's offerings is their handcrafted ice cream, made the old-fashioned way using slow kettle processing.
Each store produces ice cream on-site daily, ensuring a thick, creamy, and fresh product.
The company boasts over 150 unique flavor recipes, with 24 fresh, rotating flavors available at any given time.
Some signature flavors include Chocolate Lovers Trash, Stick in the Mud, Peanut Butter Puddles, Key Lime Pie, Lemon Meringue Pie, Peanut Butter and Jelly, Purple Dinosaur, and Cotton Candy Explosion.
Seasonal flavors like Pumpkin, Caramel Apple, Peach, and Winter Wonder are also part of their repertoire.
Other Offerings
In addition to ice cream, Bruster's offers a variety of other treats such as frozen yogurt, shakes, smoothies, Blasts (milkshakes with mixed-in cookies or candy), sundaes, and banana splits.
The company also provides:
- Ice cream cakes and pies
- Low-carb and fat-free ice cream options
- Hand-packed takeout ice cream in pints, quarts, and half-gallon containers
Community Engagement and Promotions
Bruster's is known for its community engagement and lighthearted promotions.
They have hosted events such as free dog and cat sundaes, free cones for children under 40 inches in height, Banana Thursday (where customers bring their own banana for a half-price banana split), and PJ Weekend (a March event giving free single-scoop waffle cones to customers in pajamas).
Recent Expansion
In June 2025, Bruster's opened a new location in Pittsburgh on the border of Bloomfield and Shadyside at 4815 Centre Avenue.
This new establishment features indoor ordering, two outdoor patios, and a comprehensive kosher menu.
Summary
Bruster's Real Ice Cream continues to be a beloved destination for ice cream enthusiasts, offering a wide array of flavors and treats made with dedication to quality and freshness.