28 Best Ice Cream Shops near Aptos

Marianne’s Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $
218 State Park Dr, Aptos

Customers` Favorites

Single Scoop of Ice Cream in Waffle Cone
Strawberry Cheesecake
Pistachio Ice Cream
Mexican Chocolate
Butter Pecan
Banana Split
Blackberry
Lavender
Double
Heaven

“They make the best ice cream in town, with over 100 flavors to choose from“

4.8 Superb125 Reviews
The Penny Ice Creamery - Aptos Village Ice Cream Shop • $
141 Aptos Vlg Wy Suite 2, Aptos

Customers` Favorites

Tahitian Vanilla Bean
Single Scoop

“Excellent ice cream with vegan options. Gluten free waffle cone too“

4.5 Superb39 Reviews
Bruster's Real Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $
150 Rancho Del Mar, Aptos

Customers` Favorites

Peanut Butter Cup Sundae
Quart
Gelato
Pint

“It’s one of those places where you can’t go inside you have to order at the window.if it’s cold outside that is the down side you can’t enjoy your ice cream there. I ordered a turtle Sunday and my only complaint is it would of been nice to actually get a brownie in my Sunday since that’s what turtle Sunday’s are known for and it’s was pricey still with out one so yeah.The location is good though.“

4.5 Superb59 Reviews
Sno White Drive-In Fast Food • $
223 State Park Dr, Aptos

Customers` Favorites

Classic Burger with Fries
Cheese Burger and Fries
Bacon Cheeseburger
Giant Cheeseburger
Chicken and Fries
Salmon Burger
Fish Sandwich
Giant Burger
Super Burger
French Fries

“It's an old fashioned burger joint right by the beach. For some it is a traditional stop when leaving the nearby beach.“

4.1 Good98 Reviews
Marianne's Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $
1020 Ocean St, Santa Cruz - 6.77 miles

Customers` Favorites

Ice Cream Sandwiches
Blueberry Cheesecake
Lavender Ice Cream
Banana Almond Fudge
Pineapple Coconut
German Chocolate
Coffee Ice Cream
Burgundy Cherry
Chocolate Chip
Coffee Almond

“They make the best ice cream in town, with over 100 flavors to choose from“

4.7 Superb235 Reviews
La Michoacana Plus Ice Cream & Pizza Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
1437 Main St, Watsonville - 7.96 miles

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Esquite Con Hot Cheetos
Chicharron Preparado
Combination Pizza
Elote Tradicional
Fresas Con Crema
Pepperoni Pizza
Hawaiian Pizza
All Meat Pizza
1 Bola Waffle
Nieve 2 Bolas

“Love that we can grab pizza and snacks all in one place, delicious!“

4.8 Superb108 Reviews
The Penny Ice Creamery | Downtown Santa Cruz Ice Cream Shop • $
913 Cedar St, Santa Cruz - 7.09 miles

Customers` Favorites

Gluten Pretty Ice Cream Cone with Candy Cap Ice Cream and Toasted Marshmallow Fluff Topping
Single Scoop with Toasted Marshmallow Fluff Topping
Pint - Tahitian Vanilla Bean
Gluten Free Cone Cone Only
Dark Chocolate Sorbet
Toasted Marshmallows
Raspberry Chocolate
Chocolate Ice Cream
Raspberry Sorbet
Toasted Almonds

“Penny ice cream is a great ice cream chain in the santa cruz area.

Definitely sample all their flavors before ordering.

The 3 scoops for $1 more seems like the best seal of them all if ur not full.

Their cone is super nice and crunchy.

We got their cranberry sorbet and verve coffee which was a great individually. Nice and crunchy coffee flavor with chocolate chips. The sorbet was not too sweet which made it a nice flavor for the holidays.

Parking might be hard outside but easy in the nearby area
Definitely recommend for anyone in the area!“

4.4 Superb158 Reviews
Polar Bear Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $
104 Stockton Ave, Capitola - 2.94 miles

Customers` Favorites

Mexican Chocolate Ice Cream in a Waffle Cone
Chocolate Chocolate Chip
Ginger Ice Cream Cone
Caramel Fudge Crunch
Mint Chip Ice Cream
Coffee Toffee Chip
Sugar Cake Waffle
Hot Fudge Sundae
Lavender & Honey
Raspberry Sorbet

“After a day at Capitola Beach nothing better than Polar Bear Ice Cream to cool off“

4.5 Superb79 Reviews
The Penny Ice Creamery | Pleasure Point Ice Cream Shop • $$
820 41st Ave, Santa Cruz - 3.72 miles

Customers` Favorites

Burnt Marshmallow Topping
Tahitian Vanilla Bean
Fresh Mint Chip
Single Scoop
Affogato
Gelato

“very good ice cream. right by the water. the flavors change so something new almost every time. makes for a good selection“

4.3 Superb76 Reviews
Top A Lot Yogurt - Santa Cruz Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
738 Water St, Santa Cruz - 6.43 miles

Customers` Favorites

Strawberry Strawberry Orange
Frozen Yogurt with Toppings
French Vanilla Yogurt
Temptation Crush
Smore Flavor
Euro Tart

“I love this cute little spot. I can’t believe I didn’t step foot in here til recently!!! I’ve been in several times now and the staff is always friendly, I’ve never had a hard time getting a parking spot, the place is kept sparkling CLEAN, and I can’t resist the $5 Tuesday and Friday.

My one request? Warm peanut butter sauce! Otherwise, the carry all my favorite toppings: coconut, cheesecake, mochi, graham crackers crumbs, and euro tart yogurt!

Worth stopping in!!! And of course, it’s great to support local :)“

4.3 Superb69 Reviews
Donnelly Chocolates Ice Cream • $$
1509 Mission St, Santa Cruz - 7.79 miles

Customers` Favorites

Almond Chocolate Caramel Ice Cream Bar
Chocolate Dipped Oreo Cookie
Salted Caramel Ice Cream Bar
Salted Carmel Bar

“the legends were true. They are one of the best chocolate ice cream bars I’ve tasted. Rich chocolate and a lot thicker than the chocolate on Häagen-Dazs bars. The vanilla ice cream is also very rich. Chocolates can be expensive and you can easily spend over $50 for a sample box. It’s great as gifts. Got lots of parking in the back.“

4.8 Superb100 Reviews
MichoacanA Pedir De Boca Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
1862 Main St, Watsonville - 7.75 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chongos Zamoranos
Chamoy

“Un Helado 🍦 con sabor a Mexico 🇲🇽 súper delicioso 🤤 endulzado suave 👌me encanta“

4.8 Superb17 Reviews
Cruz Creamery Ice Cream Shop • $
815 Ocean St, Santa Cruz - 6.76 miles

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Spaghetti Ice Cream
Frozen Yogurt
Banana Split
Strawberry
Hot Fudge
Sorbet

“Ice cream was very good and really creamy! Servers are very friendly 🙂“

4.2 Good72 Reviews
Mission Hill Coffee & Creamery Coffee Shops • $
1101 B Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz - 6.98 miles

Customers` Favorites

Brownie Fudge
Sorbet
Gelato

“Toasted marshmallow topper 👍🏽“

4.2 Good66 Reviews
La Michoacana Paleteria y Neveria Ice Cream Shop • $$
1426 Freedom Blvd #102, Watsonville - 8.28 miles

Customers` Favorites

Galletas Con Crema
Elote

“lo mejor de lo mejor lo que quieras comer delicioso“

4.2 Good40 Reviews
Pacific Cookie Company Ice Cream • $
1203 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz - 6.99 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Chip Cookie
Ice Cream Sandwich
Scoop on a Cookie
Assorted Cookies
Coconut Macaroon
Almond Cookie
Lemon Drop

“During our 2 night mini vacation in Monterey this week, Feb 2 & 3, 2023, we bought a package of these cookies from a liquor store, on Lighthouse Avenue and now consider them to be our all-time favorite cookie.“

4.6 Superb131 Reviews
Ugly Mug CoffeeHouse Coffee Shops • $
4640 Soquel Dr, Soquel - 3.29 miles

Customers` Favorites

Cappuccino and Blueberry Scone
Leathermen of Pastries
Latte Yummyness
Croissant
Gelato
Quiche

“i love the vibe, coffee and employees. Had the Ray of F* Sunshine today but with cow milk. OMG sooooo great. ty“

4.7 Superb88 Reviews
Fosters Freeze Ice Cream Shop • $
1487 Freedom Blvd, Watsonville - 7.94 miles

Customers` Favorites

Krispy or Spicy Chicken Combo
Strawberry Sundae
Onion Rings

“Everything is Delicious .. especially when you have Special Deals 🥰🍦Thank You“

4.1 Good61 Reviews
Conchita's Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $
15 E Beach St, Watsonville - 9.14 miles

“the owner is very kind, and always has a smile on her face. The place is very clean ,and a great view in the main downtown plaza. It's a great place to hang out anytime of the day. My favorite ice cream is bubble gum on a waffle cone. I also recommend the milkshakes, and juice drinks.“

4.8 Superb9 Reviews
Carousel Cones Ice Cream Shop •
400 Beach St, Santa Cruz - 6.58 miles

“Chocolate Dipped Sandae (7$)The "Chocolate Dipped Sandae" that has ice cream between two crackers is a good try. It costs 7.09$ and you can choose between "Almonds" or "Peanuts" in the Sandae. We chose Almonds and liked it.“

4.5 Superb13 Reviews
Yogurtland Capitola Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
1955 41st Ave Suite A4, Capitola - 3.69 miles

Customers` Favorites

Frozen Yogurt

“Love the Capi YL store! It’s where it all started...😊 💚👍🏼🍧👍🏼💖“

4.2 Good26 Reviews
Jerry's La Michoacana Ice Cream Shop •
655 Capitola Rd Suite 102, Santa Cruz - 5.24 miles

“I actually have good judgement and taste and love to go around actually giving good reviews on establishments that deserve a good review . When I had tasted the Oreo flavor , i was able to distinguish the exact taste that Michoacana , the streets, vendor ice cream that I have tasted as a child only . I knew instantly I had to get myself some . Only saddens my heart to say that I’ll only be able to enjoy that exact flavor only when I visit Santa Cruz but most definitely will stop by here every time before leaving . I am writing this review after my birthday & I still can’t stop thinking about that rich flavor that brought a little bit of home from Mexico to my mouth . The gentleman was very nice and very sweet. Go support this amazing place because the ice cream is no doubt will worth a tasty snack . The 5 stars doesn’t not deny on this one .“

5 Superb6 Reviews
The Penny Ice Creamery | Scotts Valley Ice Cream Shop • $
262 Mt Hermon Rd Suite 104, Scotts Valley - 8.73 miles

Customers` Favorites

Ice Cream Cone with Toasted Marshmallow
Ice Cream Sandwich
Mini Triple Scoop
Hand Packed Pint
House Made Cone
Basil Ice Cream
Single Scoop
Double Scoop
Mint Chip
Sorbet

“it's the best ice cream i have ever had. evan the flavers they have had that doesent sound like it would be good .. is real good. and they give you samples if you want to try a flavor before you buy it.“

4 Good78 Reviews
Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream Shop • $
1097 S Green Valley Rd, Watsonville - 7.55 miles

Customers` Favorites

Oreo Cookies N' Cream
Warm Brownie Sundae
Banana Royale
Banana Split
Hot Fudge

“ice cream so good 😋 😋 yummy“

4.1 Good19 Reviews
Tutti Fruti Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt •
3-1 E Beach St, Watsonville - 9.13 miles

“I love coming here. It is such a great way to give back to local shops. I feel they deserve all the recognition, they have been established for more than 15 years; their service, and quality has ALWAYS been upket! Safe to say I recommend this shop to you and your family. A hidden gem in Watsonville Btw. My personal favorites on the menu is anything with their delicious cheese accompanied with their signature horchata.“

5 Superb3 Reviews
Tutti Fruiti Ice Cream Shop •
30 E 5th St, Watsonville - 8.83 miles
5 Superb1 Reviews
Dippin' Dots Ice Cream Shop • $$
400 Beach St, Santa Cruz - 6.59 miles
4 Good1 Reviews
Soul Sweets The Dessert House Cafe • $
222 Mt Hermon Rd K, Scotts Valley - 8.53 miles

Customers` Favorites

Classic Egg Waffle
Jasmine Green Tea
Cheese Egg Waffle
Matcha Soft Serve
Custard Taiyaki
Sea Salt Cream
Taiyaki 3pcs
Mint Mojito
Custard

“Best boba tea in Santa Cruz county!“

4.4 Superb72 Reviews

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