50 Best Ice Cream Shops near Bonita

“Stopped here after the beach for a refreshing paleta. The limón is always my go to and it did not disappoint. Perfect texture to bite into with a delicious citrus taste. You can pay extra to get toppings on them. There is a small parking lot here which was a bonus. Not busy at all when we went on a Saturday evening. Would definitely stop again.“

“Simple pleasures of life😍“

“The perfect treat on a hot day. And now that we know the deliver , I’m getting gelato at work.“

“I live in Arizona and walking my found this place. To sum it up I’m addicted to this ice cream. Every time we go to San Diego I have this ice cream 2 to 3 times a day.“

“Fantastic, velvety smooth creative flavors and made from scratch! They also switch out their flavors every 2 weeks or so! Fun concept, wonderful staff. Highly recommend. Putting San Diego on the food map :)“

“I was nervous about the flavors, mostly because I didn’t know what they were! But was able to taste test and decided on the Quattroberry and stracciatella. Delicious! Great price- $6.50 for two big scoops! Definitely wanted to go back. Try the dragon fruit/lemon one- super tart and so good!“

“Crème brûlée gelato is addictive!“

“Bomb. Absolute fire bomb. Papa Kanafa serves the best and most unique desserts in San Diego County! Lotus (biscoff) anything is excellent and the Emperor Mango shake is my favorite. Thursdays are buy one shake-get one shake free days. Come experience it.“

“Stopped by this gem while visiting San Diego. The line was out the door, but it moved efficiently and did not take long to get through. Great selection of flavors and the ice cream and waffle cones were awesome! Definitely a worthwhile spot to visit for a treat!“

“The best ice cream in San Diego hands down“

“Very good and authentic Mexican food owned and operated by a great family! Viva Cristo Rey!“

“Their homemade ice cream“

“I normally order the Panda Cloud Foam. Today I ordered the White Rabbit and Meis Keso Both good“

“We stopped by Pop Pops Paleta after dinner in Little Italy and really enjoyed it. I had the Mango Paleta, and it was excellent—it tasted just like biting into a perfectly ripe fresh mango. If you love real fruit flavors, I highly recommend it.

We also tried the Mango Nata. It wasn’t our favorite, as it had an unusual flavor that just didn’t suit our tastes, but that could simply come down to personal preference.

The staff was friendly, and it was a fun place to grab a refreshing dessert while walking around Little Italy.“

“It was so so good! Let me sample ice creams, and the sample spoons were NOT plastic which I greatly appreciated the idea of reuse. The flavors were fun. I LOVEEED how they put the scoops on a cup, it was one that was wide so I can eat from all three flavors instead of going through each flavor like regular ice cream shops do. Much enjoyed! Service was kind and fast“

“Ok, I am from NY and love pizza. I am not a NYC pizza snob though and welcome all iterations of 'za! I have to say that this pizza is probably the best I have ever had of its type. They are "Roman" slices, meaning focaccia crust. Variety of slice options are insane with creative combinations that are not only imaginative, but insanely delicious. Slices are cooked upon ordering for supreme freshness. I especially like the Lussuria - prosciutto, black pepper, mashed potato, mozzarella and olive oil. (I NEVER thought I would like mashed potato on a slice, but it's insanely good.) The help here is amazing as well. Caesar was working the oven and he gave great suggestions and explained the product well. Very inviting and definitely steered me in the right direction. Need gluten free? They got it! Will make a GF slice for you right on the spot. I challenge anyone to have just one slice. I had to go back for 2 more. Enjoy!“

“It’s nice to have soft serve in the hood!!“

“I live in Arizona and walking my found this place. To sum it up I’m addicted to this ice cream. Every time we go to San Diego I have this ice cream 2 to 3 times a day.“

“We found Cabetos a few years ago at a farmers market. Ever since then if we ever see them somewhere- it’s a must have treat. We recently had a grand opening event for our new business and had them cater. They were awesome to work with. Weston, who was at our event was so fun and EVERYONE loved the ice cream. I highly recommend to find them at a farmers market near you or book them for your next event. I now need to go to their new store! So fun!“

“The flavor of the ice cream is worth the $$$ that we paid for it My favorite flavors are great golden pistachio and butter pecan“

“We strolled over after Fish Guts and enjoyed a cooling treat after a hot day. The mango shaved ice, avocado pistachio ice and coffee almond fudge all had great flavors. We got cookies to take home also (so good). I will definitely try the shaved ice next time around.“

“With the commercialized takeover of the creamery industry there aren’t too many true creameries left in this world. I stumbled up Handel’s when I was visiting In’n’Out on a work trip. The slogan “Handmade since 1945” caught my eye and it looked like a creamery I remember as a boy. I was stunned at their setup of ice cream freezers behind the counter. It’s cool to watch them scoop cones! I read about Handel’s story and the people who bought Handel’s did it right when they scaled the business. It definitely feels like a small town creamery which is rare these days.

I had the pistachio ice cream with a waffle cone and it was very good! I got the small and they piled the ice cream high! Definitely worth the price!“

“Came for a visit with my best friend since we were both craving for a sweet treat. It was our first time and it didn't disappoint. We were looking to try somewhere new and came across this location. Service is fast and convenient for a pick up & go. The portion was generous and the vanilla ice cream stood out. It's simple, classic, and well made. It was a perfect treat after a slightly heavy meal.

There's also a diner inside that looked great but we didn't get a chance to try it. We'll definitely come back and stop by to try the menu items out. Overall, a solid spot for a quick high-quality ice cream stop. Definitely would recommend this place for friends, family, and groups!“

“Just received these as a gift ! Beautiful packaging! Great taste!“

“One of the most unique ice cream shops in a city filled with great ice cream spots. This one has its own style. Mexican style paleta ice cream with a range of customization options that will satisfy any and all age of kids (including the picky adults). Tuxedo style let's you try two types of chocolate dip. Must try if visiting and have a couple of hours before flying out.. right in downtown close to the waterfront park.“

“Exelente servicio y todo de primera calidad súper recomendado“

“Every time I visit, the cookies are fresh, warm, and packed with flavor. I love that the menu changes weekly—it keeps things fun and gives me something new to look forward to. The store is super clean, the staff is friendly, and the service is always fast. My favorites so far are the classic chocolate chip and any of their seasonal specials. Definitely worth the hype!“

“Great food and ice cream. Very good service given by a sweet lady.“

“Fun sweet treats in the area, by the ballpark. Best mom and kids team running the place. Great flavors, lots of toppings to choose from, love to accommodate your taste palates and adventures, LOL. Don't forget to try if you are in the area.

We tried the banana split and it was yummy, we did switch to include one scoop of the dole whip soft serve.“

“Came here for the first time and split a sundae with my wife. The flavor and portions were on point, my only bummer was that there weren’t enough toppings. I feel like a good sundae should have either chocolate sauce, nuts, or something else with each bite. There were sadly more than a couple masked bites with just the frozen yogurt (which admittedly was very tasty).

The server was very friendly and served people quickly, so all told it was a positive experience.“

“bomb.com !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!“

“Love it there, the lady and son and workers are really nice 👍“

“best local burger spot. Fresh, delicious and great prices. 👍 Support local businesses.“

“As the author of The Grant Colson Thriller Series and SERA Archives Thriller Series, I’ve spent a lot of time around Cow-A-Bunga Ice Cream & Coffee, and it’s one of those classic local spots that’s hard to miss.

This is a simple walk-in ice cream shop, but that’s part of the appeal. It’s right near the IB Pier Plaza with plenty of seating around, so you can grab a scoop and head outside to enjoy it by the beach.

I’ve had more scoops here over the years than I can count. The flavor selection is excellent, with plenty of fun options, and it’s the kind of place you keep coming back to without thinking twice.

The staff is always super friendly, which adds a lot to the experience. It’s quick, easy, and welcoming every time.

Inside, the artwork on the walls gives the place a fun, laid-back personality that fits perfectly with the beach vibe. It’s also the kind of relaxed setting I’ve thought about while writing The Maui Desire Romance Series, where simple moments like this can carry a scene.

Overall, it’s a great local stop. Simple, reliable, and exactly what you want after spending time near the pier.“

“Love great cookies!“

“One of the most delicious ice creams I’ve ever tried!!! Fast serving, Definitely recommend the caramel with salt, and the yogurt strawberry with… something
… order something with yogurt and you won’t regret!“

“La atencion al cliente muy buena.“

“Came in with my kids today — first time trying it, after living here for 4 years! The ice cream was delicious and the kids loved their flavors. We tried Gansito, birthday cake and double
Chocolate chip. I loved their gansito, brings back memories of eating them at my grandmas house. Gerardo helped us at the counter. We’ll definitely be back! 😊🍦“

“If you haven't been to Yogurt Express yet, I feel sorry for you. You're missing out big time. Coolest, cleanest, funnest yogurt shop in the area for sure! Only problem is, you can't just eat one : ) Harp“

“The place is very clean. Variety of flavors and toppings and the staff is very friendly. Price is about $0.49 per Oz. Filled up with kiwi strawberry, watermelon, and cookie n cream. Comparable with NuYo, but pricier.“

“Best cannoli of my life. This is an absolute must stop in Little Italy.“

“Súper recomendado este lugar aparte de toda la variedad de Delicias que tienen , serás atendido por una persona súper amable y agradable el Señor Enrique fue un placer llegar y conocerlo“

“This place is A+!!! You can buy posicles for 50 cents each or a dozen for only six bucks and you can pick any flavors you want and make your own custom box! I don't know why it's not as popular but it's my favorite store now. Definitely check it out if you can, you won't be disappointed“

“Love it and delicious... I will be back definitly... Very cheap prices...“

“Best Ice cream in San Diego“

“Great quality. Prices are good.“

“I came here for lunch, the picture of the tacos looked bomb. Unfortunately the taco lady wasn’t there. Dillon who took my order was super helpful in recommending the torta he let me sample Panela cheese to see if I would like it, I got the vegetarian torta and was not disappointed. Dillon was nice enough to offfer me a sample of the strawberries con crema says his mom makes the cream fresh every morning. They were delicious but I opted for the fruit salad instead. It came with papaya, cantaloupe, honeydew melon,mango strawberries apples cottage cheese granola and honey. Everything was fresh and crisp the friendly service got me to stay, even though there is no restroom for customers, something g to consider if you’re a person who is looking for a lunch break and need a bathroom to relive yourself and wash your hands.“

“I have been coming here for a long time and they have everything I have been craving from ice cream I haven’t had in a while to candy and new ice cream I have been seeing all over TikTok and Instagram. The prices are super good and it is a family business with the best service, they take their time and get you what you ordered so quickly. I definitely recommend coming here if you want some to the best snacks!“

“I Don’t Go Often But When I Do I’m Never Disappointed!! Yum“

“My boys ❤️ the coconut yogurt!!“