The Penguins are coming! Midway up Main Street, are the welcoming windows and red benches of Annapolis Ice Cream Company. Penguins are their thing here and the beautifully merchandised windows feature adorable stuffed penguins all year round. Annapolis Ice Cream Company uses only natural and organic ingredients such as milk from hormone-free cows, pure vanilla, sugar and flavorings - never any high-fructose corn syrup. The result is deliciousness that penguins big and small will love!
The Italian Market & Restaurant, located on Defense Highway, is a one-stop shop for any food or drink that's Italian—pasta, pizza, deli meat, freshly baked bread and many more authentic Italian dishes. The Italian Market & Restaurant serves all this for customers to eat inside or to take out. The Italian Market & Restaurant also has one of the largest Italian wine selections in the greater Annapolis area.
Mad City Coffee is more than just a cafe. In addition to a wide selection of specialty coffees, teas and standard coffeehouse fare like bagels and cookies, this locally-owned business also serves fresh sandwiches, salads, soups, breakfast foods and more. Mad City Coffee roasts their own blends, making the flavor unique and the experience one of a kind. By day, Mad City is a quiet place to enjoy your coffee and a free newspaper. By night, the cafe hosts a plethora of local musicians, ranging in genre from celtic and folk rock to blues and jazz. Outdoor seating is available.