All the way out by Zuppardo’s is this gem of a family-run shop, just shy of a year old. Founder Shyanna Batres, a Muslim woman, says it’s her mission to provide sweet treats to the greater New Orleans area for vegans, halal diners, and those with allergies, and as such, makes all of the shop’s sno-ball bases in-house, offering vegan condensed milk as a substitute for the classic sno-ball addition. There is no shortage of classic sno-ball flavors here, but also a slew of unexpected offerings — ever heard of a mochi-stuffed sno-ball? Try one here, where all sweet treats (including dessert coffees) are topped with a pretty edible flower.

One of Metairie's best no-frills neighborhood options for sno-balls, (they spell theirs with the w) Casey's has a variety of flavors, including a "juiceball" made with juice rather than syrup. The stand is known for its chocolate sno-ball, along with monsoons and other ice creamy wonders.

Sno-La took the ice cream stuffed sno-balls and raised the bar by switching that ice cream out for cheesecake. Plus, the huge flavor list hits decadent heights with the famous Chantilly cake, a New Orleans original; Oreo cheesecake; and Tiffany’s blue box. Ask about catering and sno-ball tasting parties.

Located in a small brick building in Old Metairie, this family-operated stand has been around since 1960. It does it up old-school style, meaning plenty of traditional flavors, huge blocks of ice brought in daily, and plenty of outdoor seating. Sal’s is open until 10 p.m., refreshingly late.

Set in a particularly adorable section of Uptown, this family-run shop turns out signature flavors like orchid cream vanilla in Chinese food takeout boxes, wrapped in a plastic bag to avoid spillage — great for the kiddos. You pretty much can't go wrong with any flavor at Plum Street. Open 2 to 7 p.m., close to Tulane University.

This cool little stand with ample outdoor seating is in front of MoPho near City Park, across from Delgado. Get it stuffed with ice cream and grab one of the savory snacks offered. And check this, Ike’s even offers meat-flavored snowballs for the dogs, who are always welcome on the outdoor patio.

Inexpensive and generous with the condensed milk, this Lakeview neighborhood favorite offers all the classic flavors plus some fun ones like wedding cake and spearmint. Nola Snow hours are 2 to 6 p.m. in the spring but extended in summer, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. through August.

This Mid City favorite usually has a line to rival Hansen's. Pandora's goes heavy on the syrup and flavors range from the tame, like wild cherry, to the funky, like the creamy Tootsie Roll. The good thing is City Park and Bayou St. John are very close by, so there's ample shady, picturesque spots to enjoy a sno-ball. Sugar-free options too.

This stand from sno-ball aficionado Neesa Peterson does classic flavors, and originals including cream of bananas Foster, cream of chicory coffee, watermelon jalapeno, and strawberry basil. There are picnic tables outside Imperial Woodpecker. Catering available.

Sidney’s sno-balls are particular fluffy, making classic flavors — the grape is a favorite — taste extra light and refreshing. There’s often a line at the red Claiborne Avenue stand as it’s also popular for its vast food menu (especially the tamales), but there’s a nice vibe and it moves fairly quickly.

Love a year-round sno-ball stand, and New Orleans Snowball is conveniently located on Elysian Fields at the entrance to Gentilly Terrace. The well-marked stand serves traditional, top-notch sno-balls in a slew of flavors, as well as smoothies and snacks.

This shop started as a pop-up with a clever name and logo — “Icy treats for a world on fire.” Now it is reliably open Friday through Sunday from 2 to 6 p.m. on the corner of France and Burgundy (though coming soon, relocating to Louisa Street). Chance makes natural, small-batch, seasonal sno-ball flavors: lemon ice box pie, peach cobbler, rosemary sweet corn, strawberry shortcake, vanilla saffron pear — the possibilities are seemingly endless here. Follow on Instagram for events and news on the move.

Rodney’s has been a Lake Forest walk-up destination for the sweet treat for decades now. Delicious sno-balls come in flavors like margarita, wedding cake, and cotton candy, but the classics shine here, like nectar cream, juicy mango and pineapple, passionfruit, and cherry.