Scoops by Beth, a new small-batch ice cream shop founded by Beth Mensing, will open on Saturday, Feb. 21, at 523 Euclid Ave. in Des Moines’ Highland Park Business District. The shop marks Mensing’s expansion from her successful home-based venture, Pints by Beth, which began in 2014. She received support from Invest DSM, the Neighborhood Commercial Revitalization Grant Program and a community-backed Kickstarter campaign in securing financing to open the store. Scoops by Beth will offer nostalgic ice cream flavors while contributing to the district’s ongoing revitalization efforts. Read more about Mensing and the new store in dsm magazine.
DES MOINES, February 13, 2026
A Sweet Spot for Revitalization: New Ice Cream Shop Opens This Weekend
Scoops by Beth, a locally-owned ice cream shop, will open its doors this Saturday, bringing nostalgic flavors and a boost to Des Moines’ Highland Park Business District.
- Scoops by Beth will officially open on Saturday, February 21, at 523 Euclid Ave.
- The shop is an expansion of Beth Mensing’s successful home-based business, Pints by Beth, which launched in 2014.
- Mensing secured funding through Invest DSM, a Neighborhood Commercial Revitalization Grant Program, and a community Kickstarter campaign.
- The new business aims to offer classic ice cream flavors and contribute to the ongoing revitalization of the Highland Park area.
Des Moines residents with a craving for a taste of the past are in luck. Scoops by Beth, a new small-batch ice cream shop, is set to open this Saturday, February 21, at 523 Euclid Ave. in the city’s vibrant Highland Park Business District. The opening represents a significant step for founder Beth Mensing, evolving her popular home-based operation, Pints by Beth, into a brick-and-mortar storefront.
From Kitchen to Corner Store
Mensing’s journey began in 2014 with Pints by Beth, quickly gaining a loyal following. Now, she’s scaling up, thanks to a blend of financial support. She received backing from Invest DSM, the Neighborhood Commercial Revitalization Grant Program, and a successful Kickstarter campaign fueled by community enthusiasm. This collaborative funding model underscores the local excitement surrounding the new venture.
Scoops by Beth promises to deliver a menu of nostalgic ice cream flavors, appealing to both long-time residents and newcomers. Beyond the sweet treats, the shop is poised to play a role in the district’s ongoing revitalization, adding to the area’s growing appeal and fostering a sense of community.
What kind of impact will Scoops by Beth have on the Highland Park Business District? The shop is expected to contribute to the area’s economic growth and enhance its reputation as a destination for local businesses and community gatherings.
