Johnson’s Real Ice Cream Expands in Powell with Second Location, Celebrates 75 Years and Ninth Store in 2025
POWELL, Ohio (Jan. 16, 2025) – Johnson's Real Ice Cream continues its sweet expansion with the announcement of its ninth Central Ohio location, and second in Powell. Set to open in April 2025, the new store will be nestled in the downtown district at 50 S. Liberty St. This exciting development comes as Johnson's celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2025, marking a year of significant growth for the beloved family-owned business.
“We’re excited to open our second location in Powell as part of Johnson’s Real Ice Cream’s 75th anniversary celebration,” said Matt Wilcoxon, fourth-generation owner. “For generations, our ice cream has been about bringing people together, and the Powell community has embraced us in that same spirit. This new store is a wonderful opportunity to serve even more families and continue building connections in this vibrant, growing area.”
The new 1,300-square-foot Powell store will feature a robust menu of Johnson's signature family-recipe ice cream flavors, made with a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Customers can also enjoy classic shakes, sundaes, ice cream sandwiches, cakes, pies, and other novelty items. Dairy-free options will also be available. Details on the store's grand opening will be released in the coming weeks. (Be sure to follow Johnson’s Real Ice Cream on Instagram and Facebook @johnsonsrealicecream.com for the latest updates.)
This expansion further solidifies Johnson's commitment to bringing its classic treats to new neighborhoods while maintaining its focus on quality and community. The company's first Powell location, at 4290 Home Road, is slated to open in March 2025. With the opening of three locations in 2024 and three more in 2025, Johnson's will have tripled its Central Ohio footprint in 12 months.
"Why just have one scoop of ice cream when you can have two?" said Sean Hughes, city of Powell economic development administrator. "Johnson's Real Ice Cream's investment in a second location in downtown Powell is a testament to the strength of Powell's market. This second location is also an incredible addition to our efforts in revitalizing downtown Powell as an entertainment district centered on creating unique memories of food and fun for the whole family. We thank Johnson's for being such great new partners and for their continued investment!"
Powell City Manager Andy White added, “It’s an exciting time for businesses and residents in downtown Powell, and the addition of another Johnson’s Real Ice Cream only adds to that excitement. Their rich history and commitment to quality make them a perfect fit for our community.”
About Johnson's Real Ice Cream
Founded in 1950, Johnson’s Real Ice Cream is a fourth-generation, family-owned business dedicated to making premium ice cream with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. With a deep commitment to community, Johnson’s has been a cherished spot for families and friends to gather for over seven decades.
Johnson's Real Ice Cream Locations:
Bexley: 2728 East Main St., Bexley, OH 43209
Canal Winchester: 20 S. High St., Canal Winchester, OH 43110
Dublin: 55 W. Bridge St., Dublin, OH 43017
Grandview: 1325 Grandview Ave., Columbus, OH 43212
Italian Village: 869 N. Fourth St., Columbus, OH 43201
New Albany: 160 W. Main St., New Albany, OH 43054
Powell (Opening March 2025): 4290 Home Road, Powell, OH 43065
Powell (Opening April 2025): 50 S. Liberty St., Powell, OH 43065
Pickerington (Opening May 2025): 192 Hill Road North, Pickerington, OH 43147
Facebook and Instagram: @johnsonsrealicecream
About the City of Powell
The City of Powell is a thriving community in Delaware County, Ohio, known for its charming downtown, vibrant business district, award-winning schools, and strong sense of community.
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Johnson's Real Ice Cream Scoops Up Eighth Location in Pickerington, Celebrates 75 Years of Sweet Success
PICKERINGTON, Ohio (Nov. 7, 2024) – Johnson's Real Ice Cream, a beloved central Ohio institution, will open its eighth location in Pickerington in May 2025. The new store will be located at 192 Hill Road North in the city's Olde Village, breathing new life into a historic corner once home to a mid-century garage.
This announcement comes on the heels of last month's news that Johnson's will open a new location in Powell, Ohio, in early spring 2025. The Pickerington store marks another milestone in the company's ambitious expansion plans as it commemorates 75 years of serving delicious, family recipe ice cream to the community.
With the addition of the Powell and Pickerington locations, Johnson's will have more than doubled its central Ohio footprint in less than a year, expanding from three stores at the beginning of 2024 to eight stores by spring 2025. This rapid growth reflects the company's commitment to serving its loyal customers and bringing its ice cream to new communities.
The Pickerington location boasts approximately 1,400 square feet of interior space, as well as a 748 square foot covered patio and a 678 square foot rooftop patio. This spacious layout offers ample room for customers to enjoy their favorite treats and provides a unique setting for parties and gatherings. The design preserves the mid-century charm of the building while offering modern amenities.
“As we approach our 75th anniversary, we're excited to become part of the Pickerington community,” said Matt Wilcoxon, fourth-generation owner of Johnson's Real Ice Cream. “With its unique rooftop patio and inviting design, our new location offers a great space for friends and neighbors to connect and enjoy delicious ice cream.”
Pickerington Mayor Lee Gray echoed the excitement about Johnson's Real Ice Cream's new location. “We continue to invest in downtown Pickerington, and the addition of Johnson's brings significant value to our community,” Gray said. “Johnson's shares our vision for revitalizing this historic location, once home to the Williamson Sunoco station, a family-run business that served Pickerington for 58 years. We're excited to see how this project preserves the building’s unique character while transforming it into something truly special.”
About Johnson's Real Ice Cream
Johnson's Real Ice Cream is a family-owned and operated business serving central Ohio for over 70 years. The company's first location opened in Bexley in 1950. Johnson's Real Ice Cream is known for its delicious family recipe ice cream using the finest ingredients, with a focus on sourcing locally.
To mark its 75th anniversary, Johnson's has special events and promotions planned throughout 2025. Stay tuned for more details on how you can join the festivities!
Johnson's Real Ice Cream Locations:
Bexley: 2728 East Main Street, Bexley, OH 43209
Canal Winchester: 20 S. High St., Canal Winchester, OH 43110
Dublin: 55 W Bridge St., Dublin, OH 43017
Grandview: 1325 Grandview Ave., Columbus, OH 43212
Italian Village: 869 N. Fourth St., Columbus, OH 43201
New Albany: 160 W Main St., New Albany, OH 43054
Powell (Opening Early Spring 2025): 4290 Home Road, Powell, OH 43065
Pickerington (Opening May 2025): 192 Hill Road North, Pickerington, OH 43147
Facebook/Instagram: @johnsonsrealicecream
About the City of Pickerington
The City of Pickerington is a vibrant community located in Fairfield County, Ohio. The city is home to a variety of businesses, restaurants, and shops. Pickerington is also a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
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Johnson's Real Ice Cream Offers Free Scoops to Veterans and Active Military on Veterans Day
BEXLEY, Ohio (Nov. 6, 2024) – Johnson's Real Ice Cream is proud to announce that they will be offering free single scoops of ice cream to veterans and active military personnel on Veterans Day, Monday, November 11. To receive a free scoop, service members simply need to show their military ID at any central Ohio Johnson's Real Ice Cream location.
"We are grateful for the service and sacrifice of our veterans and active military personnel," said Matt Wilcoxon, president of Johnson's Real Ice Cream. "This is a small way for us to show our appreciation for their dedication to our country."
This offer is valid for one free scoop per service member. Johnson's Real Ice Cream has six locations throughout central Ohio:
Bexley: 2728 East Main Street, Bexley, Ohio 43209
Canal Winchester: 20 S. High St., Canal Winchester, Ohio 43110
Dublin: 55 W Bridge St., Dublin, Ohio 43017
Grandview: 1325 Grandview Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43212
Italian Village: 869 N. Fourth St., Columbus, Ohio 43201
New Albany: 160 W Main St., New Albany, Ohio 43054
Visit the locations page of the website for more detailed information about each Johnson's Real Ice Cream location including store hours.
About Johnson's Real Ice Cream
Johnson's Real Ice Cream is a 4th generation family-owned and operated business that has been serving delicious, premium ice cream to the central Ohio community for over 70 years. In 1950, their Grandpa Johnson opened the first location in Bexley, Ohio, and he has since been an inspiration to three generations of ice cream makers.
Johnson's Real Ice Cream Announces Expansion to Powell in 2025 as Part of 75th Anniversary Celebration
BEXLEY, Ohio (October 9, 2024) – Johnson’s Real Ice Cream, a beloved brand with deep roots in Central Ohio, is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2025 with an exciting expansion into Powell. The newest location, set to open at 4290 Home Road in early spring 2025, will mark the company’s seventh store overall, and the fourth to open since 2024.
This milestone anniversary will be commemorated with a series of special events throughout the year, including the return of nostalgic flavors, contests, and of course, community celebrations.
“Bringing Johnson’s Real Ice Cream to Powell represents a significant milestone in our growth,” said Matt Wilcoxon, fourth-generation owner of Johnson’s Real Ice Cream. “As we celebrate 75 years and expand our presence, our commitment remains steadfast: to honor our great-grandpa Johnson by crafting quality ice creams that bring people together.”
The new shop will span 1,400 square feet, offering guests a cozy, inviting space to enjoy their favorite treats. Featuring a covered patio perfect for outdoor seating, the shop will bring the timeless charm of Johnson's Real Ice Cream to Powell.
Sean Hughes, Economic Development Administrator for the City of Powell, expressed enthusiasm for the opening: “Johnson’s Real Ice Cream embodies the type of business that we work hard to attract to the City of Powell. This is a small and family-owned business that we know will grow with us and partner with our community. The City of Powell is excited to be home to the next storefront of this legendary Central Ohio brand especially as they approach their 75th anniversary!”
As Johnson’s Real Ice Cream prepares for this exciting new chapter, fans should keep an eye out for more announcements in regards to 2025, as the company hints at future growth beyond Powell.
About Johnson’s Real Ice Cream Founded in 1950, Johnson’s Real Ice Cream is a fourth-generation, family-owned business dedicated to making premium ice cream with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. With a deep commitment to community, Johnson’s has been a cherished spot for families and friends to gather for over seven decades.
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