Small cafe on a busy street offers a welcoming vibe with outside tables and late hours. Enjoy authentic Italian gelato made fresh daily, including vegan options and rich flavors. High-quality coffee pairs perfectly with gelato, creating a casual spot for expertly crafted affogato.
Offers authentic Italian artisanal gelato made from scratch with a light, fresh texture and top tier ingredients. The gelato pairs well with espresso, like in an affogato, and features a variety of genuine flavors.
"This gelato is as good as any I tried in Italy."
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Catering services are straightforward and easy to coordinate.
The gelato is made from scratch daily on the premises.
Street parking is available right out front, with a garage nearby.
Frozen yogurt shop buzzes with a casual, lively vibe thanks to teen staff. Offers mini size cups at great prices, perfect for sharing. Flavors like cake batter and POG sorbet deliver a creamy, nostalgic taste that beats other local spots.
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Prices for a large serving are around $7, enough to share.
A senior discount is available upon request.
The shop offers a variety of great flavors.
Egyptian restaurant offers authentic Middle Eastern feel with cozy, chic atmosphere and lively energy. Sweet potato with vanilla ice cream and caramel drizzle makes a unique dessert. Spacious, family-friendly space has comfortable seating and well-decorated tables.
Sweet potato pairs with vanilla ice cream and caramel drizzle for dessert. The yam and ice cream combo also appears as a notable option.
"You have to try the sweet potato with ice cream."
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Reservations are recommended as making the pie takes a long time.
Expect a mellow atmosphere on Thursday nights around 8:30pm.
Everything served is Halal and made in-house.
Cotton candy characters create a colorful atmosphere that delights kids and adults alike. Ice cream options like the cloud Sunday and craft sodas add tasty variety. The shop buzzes with family-friendly energy despite limited seating, making it a lively spot for sweet treats.
Offers a wide range of ice cream, sundaes, and soft serve with options like the cloud Sunday where you pick a scoop and toppings. Also serves milkshakes, malts, and craft sodas with occasional free ice cream for birthdays.
"The character cotton candy creations are massive and incredible."
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Expect long lines on weekends, often wrapping around the building.
Arrive at least 45 minutes before opening to avoid long waits.
Each character cotton candy creation costs $20.
Small dessert shop buzzes with fish-shaped waffles and creamy soft serve. Unique flavors like matcha and coffee delight ice cream lovers. Outdoor seating by a large grassy area invites families, making it a lively, casual spot for all ages.
Soft serve ice cream stands out for its smooth, creamy texture and perfect balance of sweetness. Unique options include custard filled waffles shaped like fish paired with various rich flavors like matcha and coffee.
"The ice cream here is delicious with a great variety of flavors."
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There are free parking lots and a parking garage nearby.
The outside parking can be challenging on weekend evenings due to popularity.
Expect a line during peak hours, but it moves quickly.
Spacious frozen yogurt shop offers peanut butter flavor and 12 others with extensive toppings for self-service by weight. Color-changing spoons and adorable decor create an energetic atmosphere with lively music and a clean space.
Frozen yogurt features a peanut butter flavor as a regular option alongside 12 other flavors. An extensive variety of toppings complements the yogurt, and sampling is encouraged to find favorites.
"I love checking out their new ice cream flavors."
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The shop is self-service, and you pay by weight.
Expect a wide variety of 65 toppings to choose from.
They offer a military discount for service members.
Made-to-order donuts shine with fresh flavor and a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. Over 12 creamy ice cream flavors pair perfectly with plain donuts, creating a tasty sundae. Playful rubber duck merchandise adds charm for kids and adults alike.
Over 12 types of fresh made creamy ice cream pair well with plain, unglazed donuts. The ice cream and donut sundae combines these for a tasty treat.
"Barbee's friendliness made the ice cream experience feel like visiting an old friend."
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Duck Donuts offers freshly made donuts to order.
Duck Donuts prepares donuts in front of customers with a wide variety to choose from.
Duck Donuts offers ice cream, coffee specialty drinks, and breakfast sandwiches.
Small dessert shop shines with fresh churros and phenomenal funnel cakes that stay crisp. Loud music fills the space but does not mask the delicious ice cream topped with fruit and sauces. Unique combos like churros with ice cream offer a fun mix of textures.
Delicious ice cream comes with a variety of toppings like fruit, whipped cream, and sauces. Unique combos like churros with ice cream and ice cream sandwiches offer contrasting textures and flavors.
"The ice cream here is rich, creamy, and delicious."
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Customers pay before receiving their order, which can lead to skimping.
Parking is available at the beach near The Funnel House.
The portions are hefty, so sharing is recommended.
Ice cream here is creamy texture with big portions and includes vegan options and salted caramel flavor. Outdoor seating exists but is unheated and not well kept. Flavors rotate daily and tasting is allowed before buying.
Creamy texture and big portion sizes stand out in the ice cream here. The shop offers a wide range of flavors including salted caramel and vegan options that many find delicious.
"The ice cream here is so creamy and delicious."
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Bruster's offers a loyalty program for frequent visitors.
Generous portions are standard, with single scoops larger than average.
Discounts are available, including a $5 off and a birthday discount.
Brightly lit shop offers fresh ice cream with many flavors. Staff craft each scoop with care and precision. Outdoor seating lets you enjoy treats in a clean environment even on dark streets.
Soft, creamy ice cream bursts with flavor and freshness. Staff craft each scoop and sandwich with care and precision to get the taste just right.
"The ice cream here is so fresh and creamy."
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The location is very clean and well-maintained.
Seating options may not be optimal for larger groups.
The shop is brightly lit, making it easy to find at night.
Custom-made shaved ice machine creates soft, smooth ice with unique flavors like pineapple vanilla. Casual, welcoming atmosphere draws locals and tourists. Ice cream sundaes with chocolate drizzle and M&M toppings complement limited but tasty vanilla ice cream options.
Shave ice features vanilla ice cream and toppings like rootbeer or sno caps. The ice cream options are limited but pair well with the authentic Hawaiian shave ice.
"I loved the authentic Hawaiian shave ice with ice cream."
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The custom-made shaved ice machine creates soft and perfect ice.
They often run out of popular flavors like lychee.
Parking can be challenging due to nearby bike parking.
Small gelato shop offers creamy ube and durian flavors that pair well with bubble waffles. Cozy, warm space features a cute, Instagram-worthy interior and a polite, welcoming vibe.
Gelato stands out for its creamy flavors like ube, coconut, and durian. The Cookie Monster option is sweet and well balanced, paired well with bubble waffles and durian coconut rolls.
"The gelato here is so good and creamy."
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Prices are not posted, so be prepared for potentially high costs.
The gelato flavors are limited but all taste good.
Toppings are also somewhat limited, so choose wisely.
Offers creamy homemade flavors like salted caramel wafer and Vietnamese coffee Oreo with generous scoops starting at two. Atmosphere feels good but staff can be inconsistent. Prices are on the higher side with no samples available.
Salted caramel wafer and Vietnamese coffee Oreo stand out as creamy, homemade flavors. Many choices include premade creations and waffle cones, making ice cream buying a fun, tasty experience.
"The ice cream here is really good and creamy."
Good to know
Hans' Homemade Ice Cream doesn't offer single scoops; the smallest size is two scoops costing just under $7.
Their Costa Mesa location offers single "kids" scoops.
They don't give samples, so be sure of your choice before ordering.