20 Best Ice Cream Shops in Carlsbad

GelatoLove Carlsbad Village Ice Cream Shop • $
300 Carlsbad Village Drive Suite 104, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Stracciatella Chocolate Chip Gelato
Ice Cream Blueberry Cheesecake
Carlsbad Strawberry Gelato
Double Chocolate Gelato
Espresso Coffee Gelato
Belgian Chocolate Small
Tropical Mango Sorbet
Salted Caramel Gelato
Tiramisu Gelato
Gelato Options

“The gelato was just like what we had in Florence,Italy!“

4.8 Superb262 Reviews
Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $
2825 State Street, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownie
Handel's Ice Cream Sandwich
Coffee Chocolate Chip
Strawberry Cheesecake
Coconut Cream Pie
Blueberry Cobbler
Banana Cream Pie
4 Scoop Sampler
Banana Split
Key Lime Pie

“Handel’s Ice Cream is always such a treat. The ice cream is rich, creamy, and full of flavor, and there are so many great choices that it’s hard to pick just one. The portions are very generous too, which makes it even better.
The staff was friendly and the service was quick. Definitely one of our favorite places to stop for ice cream. We’ll be back!“

4.7 Superb439 Reviews
Stella Jean's Ice Cream Carlsbad Ice Cream Shop • $
2956 Roosevelt Street Suite 4, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Strawberry Oat Crumble V GF - Pint
Ube Pandesal Toffee - Pint
Pineapple POG V GF - Pint
Butter Cake - One Cookie
Milk Cookies - Pint
Brown Butter Pecan
D S'Mores - Pint

“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.“

4.6 Superb145 Reviews
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams Ice Cream Shop • $$
7740 El Camino Real, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Brambleberry Crisp and Gooey Butter Cake
Buttercrisp Waffle Cones
Gooey Butter Cake Pint
Chocolate Ice Cream
Chocolate Flecks
Kid's Scoop

“Great Ice cream spot! We got the Brown Butter Almond brittle. Olivia was the best! She let us sample the different flavors when we couldn’t decide which one to get. Ice cream was creamy and rich! You could really taste the brown butter flavor.“

4.6 Superb108 Reviews
McConnell's Fine Ice Creams - Carlsbad Ice Cream Shop • $$
1935 Calle Barcelona Ste 175, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Eureka Lemon & Marionberries
Sweet Cream Caramel Brownie
Brownies Cookies & Fudge
Banana & Salted Caramel
Peppermint Stick
Cookies & Cream
Reindeer Tracks
Cookie Dough
Mint Chip

“Phenomenal service!!!!!!!“

4.6 Superb57 Reviews
The Camp Store Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
7201 Carlsbad Boulevard, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

The Camp Store Signature Pizza
Loaded Fries or Tater Tots
Parmesan Truffle Fries
Buffalo Chicken
Chicken Wings
Hawaiian Pizza
Three Cheese

“The community is very fortunate to have Anthony and his team to make this area of the campground a place for everyone to enjoy. The views, facilities and lets not forget the music and giving artists a venue to share thier talents. What a Great venue for locals and the surrounding communities. I would like to add, it is very difficult for Anthony and his team to keep this business going. I have notice a few people and groups are bringing in thier own food and drinks. This makes it very difficult for the Campstore to stay in business. All the things they do for the holidays and Jurassic Animals for the kids, this cost a lot. Can we just enjoy something special that they have built for all of us to enjoy. Let's support the staff, management and leadership with our patronage.“

4.5 Superb150 Reviews
Golden Spoon Carlsbad Plaza Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
2606 El Camino Real, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Frozen Yogurts

“10 different flavors of Yogurt; help yourself to has much toppings your bowl will hold. Enjoy!“

4.5 Superb93 Reviews
Sweet Spot Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
3001 Carlsbad Boulevard #B, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Cake Cone Ice Cream
Waffle Cone
Soft Serve
Homemade

“Amazing spot with all the best sweets located steps from the sand at Carlsbad Beach! a perfect way to get the kiddos out for a day of fun!“

4.4 Superb105 Reviews
Menchie's Frozen Yogurt Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
7625 Via Campanile Suite 126, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Vanilla Snow Frozen Yogurt
Cake Batter Frozen Yogurt

“The best yogurt ever!!! My grandkids are obsessed.“

4.3 Superb54 Reviews
Crispy Cones - Carlsbad Ice Cream Shop •
2967 Carlsbad Boulevard, Carlsbad

“We had Blake serve us and he was very knowledgeable of the menu. Super sweet and patient with our little ones, as well. Recommended the Horchata Bliss and it did not disappoint. This was our 1st time here and we are definitely coming back. We dined in on 09/20/2026 around 4:40p.“

4.3 Superb48 Reviews
Dolce Aroma Italian Bakery Bakery • $
3451 Via Montebello Suite 182, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Assorted Italian Pastries and Cakes
Mediterranean Salad
Torta Al Cioccolato
Baguette Sandwich
Chocolate Cannoli
Ciabatta Sandwich
Italian Cannoli
Italian Cookies
Cornetti Dolce
Mini Cannoli

“Great Italian Pastries and coffee in the morning and perfect Italian sandwiches at lunch. Ken and his family know how to bake!“

4.6 Superb195 Reviews
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Crumbl Bakery • $$
961 Palomar Airport Road Ste 108, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Frosted Strawberry Pop-Tarts Cookie
Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookie
Strawberry Shortcake Cookie
Triple Berry Cobbler
Lemon Cupcake Cookie
Milk Chocolate Chip
Chocolate Cupcake
Strawberry Cake
Chocolate Chunk
Dulce De Leche

“I love Crumbl cookies so much. This place is amazing. They have the best cookies there. I’m really excited to try today. The Dubai chocolate brownie and I go there all the time with my mom and we always love eating their cookies. Love you, Crumbl❤️“

4.5 Superb296 Reviews
Froglanders Crepes & Yogurt Creperies • $$
2992 State Street, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate and Vanilla and Pumpkin Pie Frozen Yogurt
Strawberry and Banana Crepes
Peanut Butter Monkey Shake
Chicken Pesto Crepes
Nutella Banana Crepe
Vegetarian Crepe
Apple Pie Crepe
Cinnamon Roll
Champion Crepe
Nutella Crepe

“My family and I had a wonderful time yesterday. Thanks for the great food and conversation! - The Cole's from Idaho“

4.5 Superb171 Reviews
Original Yogurt Shack Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
6990 El Camino Real Ste L, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

My Creation Using Cookie Monster Frozen Yogurt

“The frozen yogurt is excellent and there’s lots of flavors and lots of fresh toppings, so you’ll have lots to choose from. The shop is always clean and very pleasant and the employees are very friendly and helpful.I would highly suggest you drop in and enjoy a cool treat.“

4.1 Good199 Reviews
Fun Town American • $$
1 Legoland Drive, Carlsbad

“I didn't want to go but am glad I did. Perfect size for a day trip. Not too big you get lost, and you can get thru it in 1 day. Food options were not good around closing. They all close an hour before the park so don't wait. Lines were not bad. Very clean restrooms. Very clean!
I would definitely go again, but would plan better. We went spur of the moment, still a good time. Excellent for little ones.
Parking is pricey....“

4.4 Superb74 Reviews
Menchies Frozen Yogurt Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
2659 Gateway Road Suite 107, Carlsbad

“Menchies is one of the best frozen yogurt places to go! Menchies is incredibly delicious and the flavors are so smooth and delicious 😋. If you are in the area and looking for something soothing and refreshing you know where to go. The workers are very nice and joyful 😁. When I eat this yogurt there's just a burst of flavors in my mouth, it is like a sunset at the beach. There's many delicious toppings to chose from.“

3.6 Good64 Reviews
Strawberry Shack Dessert • $
2906 Carlsbad Boulevard, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

'Our Specialty'' Strawberry Shortcake
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Strawberry Custard Cone
Strawberry Milkshake
Strawberry Sundae

“i had a blast time can’t wait to go back again 🥰🍓“

4.2 Good168 Reviews
Shake Shack Carlsbad Hamburger • $
7740 El Camino Real Suite K, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Cheese Fries Double Smoke Shake Double Cheeseburger
Korean Style Fried Chicken Sandwich
Shake Burger Wrapped in Lettuce
Smoke Shack Fries with Cheese
Organic Apple Juice Drink
Crinkle Cut French Fries
Bacon Cheddar Fries
Bacon Cheese Fries
Bacon Cheeseburger
Burger and Fries

“It’s the Bomb diggity! Burgers, chicken nuggets, cheese fries with bacon and shakes all epic!“

4 Good213 Reviews
Marketplace Coffee Shops • $$$
2100 Costa Del Mar Road, Carlsbad

“We’ve gone in a few times since check in and Apryl and Chase were both kind and welcoming. Chase helped us with ice cream and was so sweet in explaining everything, the ice cream is so great. Apryl gave us a rundown of the events happening this week.“

4.1 Good36 Reviews
Häagen-Dazs Ice Cream Shop • $$
5620 Paseo Del Norte Suite 123C, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Rocky Road

“We were at the outlets and decided to stop by. The young lady behind the counter was super friendly and took the time to explain the different ice cream flavors. The service was excellent, and overall, we had a great experience. Highly recommend!“

3.4 Good74 Reviews

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