Opening hours
Closed · opens tomorrow 10:00 AM
| Monday | 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in Wilmington: 11:03 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (302) 256-0599 to confirm.
Location & directions
3901 Concord PikeWilmington, DE 19803
About Sweet Nel's
Sweet Nel's is an ice cream shop located at 3901 Concord Pike in Wilmington, Delaware. It's part of our guide to 213 restaurants, cafes and bars in Wilmington.
Sweet Nel's is open 7 days a week, usually 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For questions or orders, call (302) 256-0599.
Quick facts
- Category
- Ice Cream Shop
- Address
- 3901 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803
- Phone
- (302) 256-0599
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 9 AM on Saturdays; one of the quieter times is around 5 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for ice cream shops and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Sweet Nel's’s weekday schedule with 5 other ice cream shops in Wilmington. On a typical weekday it opens at 2:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 12:00 PM) and closes at 9:00 PM, in line with the typical 9:00 PM.
In total it is open about 66 hours a week, about the same as the local median (65 hours). 100% of ice cream shops in Wilmington open on Sundays, and Sweet Nel's is one of them.
Compared with 5 other ice cream shops in Wilmington that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for ice cream shops across the US
Based on 358 menus with 6,371 priced items from ice cream shops across the US, the median menu item costs $6.99, and half of all items are priced between $4.25 and $9.99.
We don’t have Sweet Nel's’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what ice cream shops across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Banana Split | 28% | $9.38 |
| Strawberry | 20% | $5.00 |
| Chocolate | 15% | $4.67 |
| Vanilla | 14% | $4.85 |
| Butter Pecan | 11% | $5.55 |
| Milkshake | 10% | $8.34 |
| Hot Fudge | 9% | $4.52 |
| Banana | 9% | $4.22 |
Calculated from 358 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
What ice cream shops usually offer
Across 372 ice cream shops in our guide with detailed profiles:
- 91% offer delivery
- 46% have dine-in seating
- 78% have a wheelchair-accessible entrance
- 83% are described as good for kids
- 75% accept mobile payments
Ask Sweet Nel's directly at (302) 256-0599 to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Sweet Nel's there are 19 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 36 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Burgers & Fast Food (5), Sandwiches & Delis (4), Bakeries & Desserts (3), and Cafes & Coffee (3).
Competition is light: 2 other ice cream shops are within a mile and 3 within three miles. The closest is Sweet Lucy’s Ice Cream and Treats, 0.4 mi away.
19 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
- PizzaSeasons Pizza< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexTaco Bell< 0.1 mi
- BarbecueMission BBQ0.1 mi
- AmericanFirst Watch0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeLucky's Coffee Shop and Restaurant0.1 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 Sweet Nel's's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Monday: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Is Sweet Nel's open on Sunday?
Yes, Sweet Nel's is open on Sundays: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Where is Sweet Nel's located?
Sweet Nel's is located at 3901 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803.
What is the phone number of Sweet Nel's?
You can call Sweet Nel's at (302) 256-0599.
Is Sweet Nel's open late?
Yes – Sweet Nel's is open until 10 PM or later on Friday and Saturday.
What else is near Sweet Nel's?
There are 36 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Sweet Nel's. Nearby options include Seasons Pizza (< 0.1 mi), Taco Bell (< 0.1 mi), and Mission BBQ (0.1 mi).
Are there other ice cream shops near Sweet Nel's?
2 other ice cream shops within a mile. The closest is Sweet Lucy’s Ice Cream and Treats, 0.4 mi away.
How much do ice cream shops across the US cost?
Based on 358 menus with 6,371 priced items from ice cream shops across the US, the median menu item costs $6.99, and half of all items are priced between $4.25 and $9.99.
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