Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard

Rita's treat experience brings you Ice, Custard & Happiness at over 600 shops in 31 states! Frozen Custard: our rich Frozen Custard is a creamy delight.

Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard stands tall as the largest Italian Ice concept across the nation. With over 600 shops operating in 31 states, our popular chain offers a variety of frozen treats that will leave your taste buds wanting more! Italian Ice: Our famous Italian Ice is made fresh daily, featuring real fruit flavors that burst with refreshing goodness. Layered Gelati: A perfect blend o

09/14/2024

Guess who was on drive-through duty! 👀🏈 is gearing up for the Eagles first home game this Monday. Go Birds!

09/13/2024

Am I right or am I right though..

09/12/2024

Pumpkin Szn 🤝 Rita's Szn

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Fresh flavors each day. Here’s how we work our magic

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Celebrating a perfect match the best way!

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09/08/2024

WARNING! DELICIOUS CONTENT.

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You know what you have to do…

09/03/2024

Future you says thanks.

09/02/2024

Celebrate Labor Day with a refreshing sweet treat! Relax and enjoy the FRUITS of your hard work.

09/01/2024

I KNEW IT!

08/31/2024

You know you do!

08/30/2024

5 star Rita’s summer 🍒

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08/25/2024

In case you missed it, we have the product of the season out now🤭

08/24/2024

Get a Mango Ice blender 🍓🥤

08/23/2024

Frozen coffee and pumpkin creme, a perfect combo! App loyalty members receive a $3 Small Frozen Coffee reward through 8/30 – redeem yours today!

08/22/2024

Which one you choosing?

08/21/2024

Can we get a GO BIRDS?!

Join us at this Sunday, 8/25, at 1:30 PM to meet the one and only ! Don’t miss your chance to snag an autograph and hang with the Eagles' powerhouse right tackle. Drop a 💚 if we’ll see you there!

08/20/2024

The vibes in this pic?! 11/10😁

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08/19/2024

The flavor of Fall is back in Waldorf!

Got the Rita’s app? All app loyalty members receive a $3 Small Frozen Coffee reward through 8/30! Be sure to redeem your reward within two weeks to receive your delicious treat.

08/19/2024

Calling all pumpkin lovers, meet the perfect fall duo! 🤭🎃

Got the Rita’s app? All app loyalty members receive a $3 Small Frozen Coffee reward through 8/30! Be sure to redeem your reward within two weeks to receive your delicious treat.

08/18/2024

Earn your way to Delicious 😊 Download the Rita’s App for an easier way to earn and keep track of your rewards. Get free treats, birthday rewards and more.

08/17/2024

It’s official, Rita’s is THE treat of the season

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08/17/2024

And let them know it’s not too late to enjoy a NERDS® Grape Ice!

08/16/2024

Guess who's back?

08/15/2024

Say less

08/14/2024

Just me??

08/13/2024

Which NERDS® Grape Ice treat is your favorite?

08/08/2024

Who else LOVES Rita’s Milkshakes? Come get yours at your favorite sweet treat destination in Waldorf! 😋✋

*The flavor availability varies daily by shop

08/08/2024

It's always Frozen Custard day at Rita’s! Come celebrate with us today! 😋🍦

08/06/2024

Just a little something to celebrate National Root Beer Float Day

08/05/2024

Living in Waldorf is even better with a NERDS® Grape Gelati Blender!

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You’ve been caught

08/03/2024

Grab your NERDS® Grape Gelati Blender today!

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What kind of night is it?

07/31/2024

Cool down with the best treat in Waldorf! Place an order and scan your app to claim your complimentary treat on your 8th visit!

07/30/2024

🌊 RITA’S POOL FLOAT GIVEAWAY 🌊

Cool off and dive into our latest giveaway! Win a limited edition Rita’s Pool Float for your next pool party! That’s right, we’re giving away a Rita’s Pool Float to 10 lucky Rita’s fans! All you’ll need is some Rita’s Ice to go and you’ve got the perfect summer plans! Follow the steps below to enter!

How to enter:

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🌟 BONUS: Each additional comment tagging a friend counts as an extra entry!

Giveaway starts 07/30 at 12:00 pm ET and ends 08/1 at 10 am ET.

*Full giveaway rules in our bio!

07/28/2024

With sprinkles please!

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07/27/2024

Not your average Italian Ice…

07/26/2024

I’m a better person after I’ve had my NERDS Grape Gelati Blender

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Our Story

We can’t imagine a more appropriate setting for the Rita’s story to begin than the sweltering hot summer of 1984. It was then that Bob Tumolo, a former Philadelphia firefighter, started selling Italian Ice from a small porch window in Bensalem, PA. Bob and his mother, Elizabeth, created their own Italian Ice recipe, which they made fresh each day and quickly perfected the flavors and consistency of the frozen treat, adding chunks of fresh fruit to some of the flavors. With the modest goal of earning a little extra income, he named the business after his wife, RITA!

Today, Rita’s continues to grow, expand, and spread happiness everywhere it goes. Still made fresh every day with real fruit. Still refreshing. Still fun. Still delicious. Just like it was in the early days when Bob Tumolo and his mother opened the very first Rita’s in 1984.

Rita’s is proud to be a locally owned small business, and an ultimate treat destination for families. Whether you enjoy Rita’s famous Italian Ice, award-winning Frozen Custard, our #1 treat Gelati, or another signature treat, we’re committed to providing a dose of happiness with every visit.

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First they’re sour, then they’re sweet! SOUR PATCH KIDS® Watermelon Ice is officially HERE!
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3312 Leonardtown Road
Waldorf, MD
20601

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 10pm
Tuesday 12pm - 10pm
Wednesday 12pm - 10pm
Thursday 12pm - 10pm
Friday 12pm - 10pm
Saturday 12pm - 10pm
Sunday 12pm - 10pm

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