50 Best Ice Cream Shops near Albany

“Our first visit but absolutely not our last! What delicious flavors! Everyone loved their desserts, the toppings are incredible (vegan hot fudge, vegan caramel, toasted almonds,) and we all left full and happy! Definitely stop in when you’re in the neighborhood!“

“Everytime I go there, the staff are always warm and welcoming. The prices are great as far as I'm concerned. They keep it very clean and tidy. It's never been too busy. And the atmosphere is perfect for a random after school treat worth the kids.“

“We were in the area, nice 👍 to be able to enjoy our yogurt plus close to coffee shop as well & lots of benches to relax👋🤙👋“

“this soft serve truck is so cute and serves the best soft serve by far, with housemade chocolate sauce that hardens to a nice crunch on the ice cream. the addition of salt on it makes the perfect balance. the red truck has such a personality and the folks who work it are always so fun to chat with. and it's local! they even have a teeny tiny cone for kids and the seal is hand painted :) the line can get long, but I promise it's worth it!“

“I have been going to Tay Tah cafe for years. Their Breakfast Energizer smoothie is my go-to lunch meal and my husband loves the Banh Mi sandwiches. We are so lucky to have this wonderful cafe in our neighborhood! The owner and employees are super friendly too!

Vegetarian options: Breakfast Energizer smoothie is delicious and filling.“

“Best gelato in San Francisco.“

“Wife ordered the Black Sesame and Honey Lavender. I ordered the Banana split with Roasted Banana Ice Cream. Vanilla Crunch and Expresso... Amazing. The crunchy Carmel on top of the fresh banana's... Over the top. My new favorite Ice Cream place in the Bay Area.“

“Was in the area and did a search for ice cream. This place popped up and I decided to check it out. The vibe from the staff is great. The flavors are nice and different, the finish of the ice cream is fresh. No lingering fattiness or artificial viscosity.

Will definitely come back if I'm in the area and want ice cream. Store is clean and bright, plenty of natural light and simple decor. The production area is clearly visible so you can see they're proud of what they're doing. I recommend this place.“

“Small shop, cash only, full of heart.

The owner is very nice and is very generous with portions, two scoops in a cone was $4! Green tea was a standout, airy and creamy. Unfortunately, they were out of a lot of the flavors when I went, but they have a lot of unique ones as well as classics that I’d love to come back and try.

Hard to find places like these anymore, don’t miss out!“

“Marshmallow fluff;) Loved the Milkbomb sandwich! Will definitely go again;)“

“Historically best ice cream in SF!“

“Exceptional unique flavors. We had the Ken’s corner and salty Kaya; both were fantastic. I like the samples, and there’s a nice vibe in the interior. Kind, efficient servers. Not cheap, but it’s expected given how popular this place is.“

“Delicious frozen custard and very friendly staff. Lexie and Kevin
has been always empathetic and kind in my interactions with her. She has a good spirit and it shows up in the ice cream she makes.

The best part is there is a theatre across the street and the dance hall next door. Perfect delight to add to a delicious cup of an ice my tear.“

“Mitchell’s Ice Cream is absolutely worth the hype! Yes, the wait can be long, but trust me, it’s 100% worth it. Curtis took our order, and his incredible customer service made the experience even better—friendly, attentive, and just an all-around great guy.

I ordered the Grasshopper, and let me tell you, it was so delicious I can still taste its minty, chocolatey goodness as I write this review. Every bite was perfection!

A heads-up: parking can be tricky due to the area’s foot traffic, so plan to spend some extra time finding a spot and waiting in line. But once you take that first bite, you’ll forget about all of that. Highly recommend Mitchell’s for anyone looking for amazing ice cream and top-notch service!“

“My first time here. It was a last minute decision and I'm glad I came. My burger was so good. It was prepared well and tasted great. It wasn't done too fast, but it didn't take long either. The guts working were great; very friendly and efficient. If I'm in Oakland again I'll make sure to go again. I highly recommend this place.“

“WOW!!!! I didn't know Ghirardelli was right in San Francisco. My friend decide to take me here to give a try for desert. Soon I walk in my eye was wide open. Way too many candy type and variety chocolate to eat. I order Gold Rush for my first ice cream from them. Man it was too delicious and I highly recommend. Yes there were other favor you can order, but I really like Gold Rush Ice cream. yyuuummmmyyy!!!!

The interior was very gorgeous and super clean. The staff was awesome and serve my ice cream professionally. Keep up!! I decide to get some candy for my Mother and she love it!!!
I'm grateful to see my first chocolate company in my life.
They have restaurants and activities around them.“

“Juice Breeze is hands down the best spot for desserts and smoothies! The menu is incredible, and their pancakes are honestly the best I’ve had in my life—so fluffy, flavorful, and just perfect. The other desserts are also out of this world, with something to satisfy every craving. Their smoothies are refreshing and packed with flavor, perfectly blended every time. The staff is super friendly and welcoming, and the place is so clean, which makes the experience even better. I’m beyond happy I found this gem—Juice Breeze is officially my favorite place for delicious treats!“

“The most delicious, fresh, and hand-crafted gelato I’ve ever tasted. You must try! Thank you Philmore!!! Can’t wait to come again!“

“Very sweet, a bit too sweet for an old guy like me. And a little on the soft side. Enjoyable and very popular with the local theater going public. We walked here amid a crowd from nearby Davies Symphony Hall.

Vegetarian options: Five vegan options when we were there, but two looked temporary. Also small cups were available for dogs. I never noticed that at an ice cream shop, but I can't say I'm an authority.

Dietary restrictions: Vegan options

Wheelchair accessibility: There is no step from the sidewalk, so I'd say this shop is very wheelchair friendly.“

“My favorite crepe place in Japan Town!!!

I love how much they pay attention to the presentation of the crepes especially when they add cute little faces on each of them. I've been coming here for years now and I can say that they have always made their crepes still as good.

I always get the nutella and strawberries crepe with chocolate ice cream, whipped cream and cornflakes, but they have a lot of different combinations and you can customize it yourself too!“

“fabulous! please open another in the San Jose area. great service..the way they encourage you to taste while waiting in line...loved the various, different flavors“

“Yummm. Try the sf cheesecake and the bubbly Texan“

“Our first visit but absolutely not our last! What delicious flavors! Everyone loved their desserts, the toppings are incredible (vegan hot fudge, vegan caramel, toasted almonds,) and we all left full and happy! Definitely stop in when you’re in the neighborhood!“

“Unique and exquisite homemade ice cream, original, tasty and so much more!😍 Don't hesitate to visit their cute shop and try them all!“

“Happiness in a cup. And a cone 😁“

“Da Giuseppe Nardoni: fantastici cannoli cosi in Californiana non li mangi, con ricotta fresca siciliana“

“The best gelato I’ve found with many unique and delicious flavors using fresh fruits and ingredients on a daily basis. I come in every time I am in Berkeley, because it’s head and shoulders above the gelato in the Sacramento area!“

“I never review anything , I have come to this place multiple times a week for weeks now .. I love their wings and seasoned fries . As a wing lover they are a step above wingstop Buffalo Wild Wings or any wing I have had. I appreciate the great customer service the food is soooooooooooo GOOD puts me in a good mood everytime I eat there.“

“Best hot chocolate ever. Definitely trying the Gelato next!“

“INSANELY delicious desserts!!! 😋“

“My Wife, My Friend, & I, go out on a nightly quest looking for new spots to eat, hang-out, or lick down 😋 some delicious 🍦 ice cream or gelato 🍨... Finding this curbside creamery was a turn around, reverse and flip journey at first but once we found this treasury of a spot we were sold. Not only was the service amazing fun and energetic but come to find out every Thursday they create a NEW SOFT-SERVE Ice Cream 🍦 we got to enjoy the coffee flavor... Hands down the BEST EVER. We will be going next week to see what SoftServe Curbside has in store for us.!!

Parking: Hidden behind shoe 👠 palace!

Kid-friendliness: Absolutely 💯

Wheelchair accessibility: Yep wheel on in!“

“delicious ice cream and everything“

“Not too sweet and great place to hang out!!!“

“The folks running this spot are so nice and attentive!! My ice cream sandwich was fantastic! I had DoorDash the night before and visited in person the next day after dinner!! The cookies were so fresh, but they were firm and held up to the ice cream. So good!! Wish there was one close to me!!“

“Lovely place and really friendly staff!“

“I loved working with Elizabetta for my birthday cake. She was super easy to communicate with and perfectly nailed my barbie cake fantasy complete with a quote from the movie. The cake itself was a work of art but the taste, omg, all my friends were floored. I've also been able to find her slices at Falletti Foods and love all the flavors. I do, however, go crazy for her basque cheesecake. I could have a whole one in one sitting. So luscious, creamy and delicious!“

“just the best gelato cake this side of Italy. great crew, great owners. their kids are awesome!“

“Great product. Pleasant and helpful staff.“

“"a mini is small, a small is large, and a large is gigantic"“

“Their service and their soft serve is amazing! I always stop by their store when I'm in the area! 😀“

“love it for a afternoon treat w the kiddos“

“Our first visit but absolutely not our last! What delicious flavors! Everyone loved their desserts, the toppings are incredible (vegan hot fudge, vegan caramel, toasted almonds,) and we all left full and happy! Definitely stop in when you’re in the neighborhood!“

“Nice vibes, good pizzas, great meatballs. Small and focused menu, easy does it, with a few creative pizzas. Quick service, friendly floor staff. Busy but still possible to get a reservation or walk in on a Friday night. The glass of wine I got ended up not being my taste, but they have a narrow and local selection that seems decent.“

“This place was recommended to me by my sister, who loves Boba. Wow! Just WOW! It is my first time getting Boba here, and I like it compared to others. Their Boba is cook to perfection 👌.

I got strawberry macha with Boba, and it's absolutely the best strawberry macha out these. SO YUMMY. You can taste the freshness. Thank you.

This is one of those small businesses that we need to support.

Thanks 😊 for serving goodness 😍“

“Marshmallow fluff;) Loved the Milkbomb sandwich! Will definitely go again;)“

“One of the last gems of San Francisco, a treasure to be remember as the times change and people become more picky. Those who don't know this history should know that Gelato Classico was a chain that has been around since the 80s slowly dissolving until this was the last location left in downtown. I hope people start to appreciate the history of this great city as it is slowly eroded away by time and gentrification. Some of the best gelato you can get in America hands down. Please go and support this business and Trader Vics/Cordon Blue if you are a local or a tourist! Keep the memories alive, you wont regret it!“

“soooooooooo........goooooood 😋🤤💯❤ All the Cookie dough and Hot Chocolate 💯❤🤤😋“

“An absolute gem of an ice cream shop that totally saved our 102deg. day!!

Destenny was very kind and served up a slammin' Mangonada and 2 scoops!! We were beyond happy.

Also, the butterfly decor will absolutely brighten anyone's day!!

#shoplocal #Richmond #smallbusiness“

“Vegan (& Gluten-free) flavors! I loved the pluot, the dark chocolate, and the walnut (that has no pieces of nuts in it, which is really helpful to those like me who can’t have much fiber). Additionally, I found all three flavors more refreshing than (sickeningly) heavy, and the flavors 🤩 🎇—like the grand finale of a fireworks show for the taste buds. I’ve only had about a spoonful of each so far but am in love 😍🤤😋. I didn’t go to the shop, someone brought me some, so I’m not able to give my opinion on the actual shop. From what I heard, though, it wasn’t as crazy as many ice cream places are on hot weekends! 😊“

“This is the spot if you're down for a yogurt drink. However, I'm personally interested in a lighter drinks, and usually grab a genki green lemon tea as my choice from Yomie's. However, all the yogurt drinks I've ordered so far have been thick, and made fresh. The freshly made aspect is superb, but it does also mean you're not getting your drink that quick after you punch in your order. The fruit can be a hit or miss: sometimes you get a not-stellar batch of strawberries or avocado in your drink.

There's a few tables and some interior seating along with wifi available, but I would rather hang out at any of the nearby parks than indoors unless I'm waiting on friends. Order from kiosk or counter. There's usually a minimal line.“