50 Best Ice Cream Shops near Cupertino

“Been here twice and it's been great both times! Pink Guava matcha was so unique. Didn't realize guava could go well with matcha. Tried ice cream today and the flavors are so unique! Service is great too, very patient and friendly. Store is clean and tidy“

“Great place good ice-creams Many ice creams choices“

“Sitting is good and power outlet are available if one needs to work on a laptop.

Do need to arrive early at times as it can get crowded. At those rimes parking can be an issue.

Prices for some drinks appear lower than at other locations.“

“Somisomi is a dessert shop that focuses on the combination of freshly made taiyaki and soft serve, creating a dessert experience that feels both nostalgic and modern. The concept is simple but works well: warm fish-shaped waffle cones filled with different flavors paired with creamy soft serve and toppings. The space is casual and easygoing, making it a fun stop for a quick dessert rather than a place you would spend a long time sitting.

The taiyaki is the main highlight and gives the desserts their signature appeal. The outside has a light crispness while the inside stays soft, creating a nice contrast with the cold soft serve. The fillings offer a good mix of classic and creative options, with red bean, custard, black sesame, and Nutella being some of the popular choices. The red bean keeps things traditional with a mild sweetness, while the black sesame adds a nuttier flavor that pairs especially well with the waffle texture. Nutella works well if you prefer something richer and more dessert-like.

The soft serve is what brings everything together, with flavors like matcha and ube standing out. The matcha has a noticeable tea flavor without becoming too intense, and the ube adds a sweeter, more dessert-focused option. Adding toppings like cookies or cereal gives the dessert extra texture and makes each order feel more customizable. The combination of warm taiyaki, cold soft serve, and different fillings is what makes Somisomi different from a typical ice cream stop.

Service is usually quick, which fits the style of the shop since most people come in for a treat on the go. The menu is straightforward, but there are enough combinations to make repeat visits interesting. Overall, Somisomi is a fun dessert spot that does a great job with a simple concept, especially if you enjoy Asian-inspired desserts and want something that balances warm, crispy, creamy, and sweet in one order.“

“We catered cream for our rehearsal dinner. Everyone loved it and it was incredibly easy to book them and work together. We were able to pick 4 cookie flavors, 3 ice cream flavors, and buy special cookies for our vegan / gluten free guests. Definitely would recommend to anyone considering!“

“unique way of making ice cream. Never seen before. very yummy“

“Friendly service, good yogurt. Many toppings to to choose from. One of the rare frozen yogurt places that have the toppings always fresh and not stale. Excellent. 10/10“

“Amazing gelato and great location! :)“

“This is our go to spot when we are in town for an amazing ice cream I would recommend this place to everyone if you’re with the family , traveling by yourself or taking someone special . The staff is great it’s always clean and the service is wonderful! Just a great all around pick for a delicious dessert spot !🍨“

“A fantastic endearing Ice-cream tasting & eating experience that causes you to marvel at the stature that Ice-cream making has come to acquire can indeed be felt on the palate with every Icecream flavor at PINTS OF JOY. The service with Smiles & Excitement & warmth of the Servers caught my attention. It made the experience all the more endearing. I tried many & loved the Jalebi with Malai Kulfi Ice-cream. A remarkable unique Indian Ice-cream. As an Indian American I feel immensely proud to see the popularity this Ice-cream has come to acquire in the heart of Silicon Valley! This Ice-cream venture is showcasing India Impressively internationally: tickling the taste buds!“

“I recently visited Petal’s Creamery on Saturday, May 2nd at around 10:50 p.m., and I can honestly say it’s some of the best ice cream I’ve had in the U.S. I tried the hazelnut and saffron flavors, while my friend went for the baklava flavor—and every single one was incredible. The saffron, in particular, stood out as one of the best I’ve ever tasted. What made the experience even more memorable was the service. We walked in about 10 minutes before closing, and the girl at the counter (she was wearing glasses—sorry I didn’t catch her name) was absolutely amazing. She welcomed us warmly, encouraged us to try different flavors, and had such a friendly, genuine conversation with us. Her smile and positive demeanor, especially so close to closing time, really stood out. It’s a true example of exceptional customer service. Great ice cream is one thing, but pairing it with that level of hospitality made the whole experience even better. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“Good old school burgers and ice cream too! 🍦 🍔“

“Yummy cookies. Thank you!“

“Appreciate the effort for zero waste. We were visiting from MI so the vibe was off for me - they are not a typical friendly neighborhood ice cream shop. Orders are placed via kiosk, associate makes product, wraps it, places it on the shelf on a stand, and then calls your name to . It’s fine and efficient but not little to no interaction between staff and customers. Ice cream was very good though.“

“The best cookies I’ve had in a while. I don’t have much of a sweet tooth but these are so so good! I love the new variety of flavors every week and how they’re so unique and different than the generic cookies you buy in the grocery store. The price isn’t too bad either! For a box of 6 cookies it’s $22 but the cookies are HUGE. I can never finish one by myself so I leave them to the rest of my family. Also pro tip download the crumble app so you can earn free rewards. 100 points equals to $10 you can use towards the cookies.“

“Salt & Straw never fails to amaze! They have some of the most unique and weird flavor combinations you’ll ever see, but somehow every single one tastes absolutely incredible.
​The Pear & Blue Cheese is spectacular, and the Chocolate Gooey Brownie is pure perfection. If you're on the fence about trying their wilder flavors, just go for it—they nail the balance every time. Easily one of the best ice cream spots around!“

“I recently tried Sugar Mama, and it did not disappoint at all 🍦 The ice cream was incredibly delicious—super creamy, rich, and full of flavor in every bite. You can really tell they use quality ingredients. The service was also great, super friendly and welcoming which made the whole experience even better. Definitely one of my new favorite spots in Milpitas, I’ll be coming back for sure!“

“I often visit this spot as a sweet treat after a long day and it’s the best feeling. Their froyo has a really strong yogurt taste, and I recommend adding the baklava and honey for sweetness and depth. Their baklava is good by itself too. Servers ate very nice and polite. Highly recommend!“

“The service here is always unbeatable especially when the owner Lily is here! She always makes sure it’s such a pleasure stopping by and helping us! I’ve been coming here for a while now and with the incredible pricing and service I would say this is definitely the best sweet spot to stop at!“

“One of the best ice creams I’ve ever tasted! 🍦
I really liked:
Sea Salt with Caramel Ribbons
Salted, Malted, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Chocolate Gooey Brownie
Hazelnut Cookies & Cream
Birthday Cakes & Blackberries

The staff is super friendly, and they’re happy to let you try as many samples as you’d like before choosing.

It can get crowded and there may be a wait, but it’s definitely worth it.“

“Great cookies! Great variety and selection as well :)“

“This cool ice cream shop offers unique flavors like pear and blue cheese as well as strawberries tres leches. They offer seasonal flavor-ites and vegan options.
We choose chocolate brownie, cookie dough, coffee and love nuts, and cinnamon snickerdoodle in a huge waffle cone and cup types.
The freezer is full of several pints, carrot cakes, ice cream cakes, and a taco ice cream.
We grabbed a pint to take home too
Creamy delicious
Accessible entra and accesible venue line. Order and pickup line are accessible. You cannot see the ice creams here that are in strong metal cases.
Accessible restroom with dedicated staff with 2 grab bars and 8ftx 10 ft space
Van accessible free parking in shared lot that is crowded. Curb cuts“

“From Day one of tasting your delicious meals, we knew you'd be a big part of our family. Thank you for choosing to bring your business to Willow Glen. Blessings“

“i love this place! the flavor options are great and authentic. i had ube ahboong and it was delish. the taiyaki was also really good! it comes with a free macaron cookie and more toppings, pretty good deal for $7 imo! also service was very quick. hopefully i’ll be back!“

“Tasty Italian gelato 🍧 ice cream, not too sweet; just right!“

“Staff is friendly - love the rewards system and fudgy flavours! I just had the Coffee Almond Fudge and Cookies & Cream mix - mmmmm 🤤 (Forgot to take a pic until I finished... sorry haha)“

“Great place to sit back and relax while enjoying a cup of delicious frozen yogurt. The place is clean and the employees are nice and friendly. Love the strawberry and cheesecake flavors. Great selection of toppings. If you haven’t tried it yet I recommend giving it a try.“

“Among all of us we had the Rose, Kulfi, vanilla, strawberry, chocolate, and also the puppy icecream. All the flavors were really nice and you could see real vanilla bean powder, nuts in the different flavors. Pepper did not stop licking till her icecream was done and then was looking for more. The people behind the counter were very friendly and kind to our chaos. We will definitely be going back.“

“Came here with a group of five on a Sunday evening after a heavy dinner. Shaved ice seemed like a light-enough dessert after a meal like that. Bingsoo is popular nowadays, but I don't see many around Campbell, so this was a nice surprise to find on Yelp. The parking is ample and shared in a plaza with apartments and other businesses.

Even though it was cold outside, the store was full. Almost every table inside was taken. The space itself was decently clean, although a bit cramped because of how crowded it was. Our group ended up sitting outside since a lot of the larger tables indoors were occupied by only one or two people. You can grab your own chairs by the bathroom if you have a big group.

I liked that menu was extensive. Besides shaved ice, they also had boba, tea, ice cream, and taiyaki. We waited maybe around 10 minutes for our order. We checked out a couple of games available near the front for customers to borrow.

We shared one large mango cheesecake shaved ice and one medium Biscoff shaved ice.

Mango cheesecake - This was AMAZING. My first bite tasted like heaven. The flavors worked together so well and the cheesecake wasn't overly sweet. The mangoes were ripe and sweet.

Biscoff shaved ice - I enjoy Biscoff in general, but this didn't compare to the mango cheesecake at all. It was too sweet and more icey/watery.

Chamomile tea drink -This paired nicely with the cold desserts. It was warm and refreshing at the same time. I almost never order nor see chamomile tea on menus so this was cool.

One note: there was a water station available, but the cups were SO small. Maybe 2-3 gulps of water per cup. I wish they were bigger.

Overall, I enjoyed coming here for dessert after our big dinne I think this is a nice addition to the Campbell.“

“Shakes and good breakfast“

“Usually I do recommend but not today. You put out ads for specials like today 4/19 2 for 10.00 Banana splits ad it has your address and when ì go I'm told it's not for the 4th st location. this is not the first it's happened. Froster Freeze has alot of upcoming specials that won't be honored for that prices. very disappointing“

“gluten free, vegan, coconut based froyo! yum!“

“son muy ricos los helados 😋“

“My first time here.Service was excellent.Had the Pineapple 🍍 Dole Whip delicious and refreshing.Will definitely return.“

“Glad this place was open late so I was able to try it! Cashier did not seem to enjoy the job but recommended me to try the cookies n cream gelato which was really tasty, not too sweet either. Kinda sad they didn’t have my go-to gelato Hazelnut. It’s in San Pedro, so nice spot overall!“

“Happiness in a cup. And a cone 😁“

“Cauldron Ice Cream is one of those dessert spots where the experience starts before you even take the first bite. Watching the ice cream being made fresh with liquid nitrogen adds a bit of theater to the process, and it gives the shop a different feel from a traditional ice cream parlor. The space itself is fairly straightforward, but the focus is clearly on the ice cream and the made-to-order preparation happening behind the counter.

The menu leans into creative flavors, and that is where Cauldron really stands out. Rather than sticking solely to standard options, they offer combinations that feel unique without being gimmicky. The Earl Grey Lavender is one of the more memorable flavors, balancing floral notes with the richness of the ice cream in a way that actually works. The Vietnamese Coffee flavor is another standout, bringing a deeper coffee flavor that comes through clearly without being overpowering. Even some of the simpler flavors felt exceptionally smooth and creamy thanks to the fresh preparation process.

One thing that impressed me was the texture. The liquid nitrogen method is obviously part of the appeal visually, but it also creates an ice cream that feels incredibly smooth and dense without becoming heavy. Every flavor I tried had a rich consistency that made it feel more premium than the average scoop shop.

Service was friendly throughout the visit, and the staff seemed genuinely happy to explain flavors and answer questions. Even with the extra preparation involved, orders moved at a reasonable pace and the experience never felt rushed.

Overall, Cauldron Ice Cream delivers more than just novelty. The liquid nitrogen preparation may be what initially gets people through the door, but the quality of the ice cream is what makes the place worth returning to. Between the creative flavors, exceptionally smooth texture, and made-to-order experience, it feels like a dessert spot that offers something genuinely different from a typical ice cream shop.“

“The staff here is always friendly and helpful. They always find a way to accommodate a request even if it is last minute. For example they took care of me on Saturday when I needed a cake for my son's birthday party on Sunday without any complaints even though I was the one asking late. At the Santa Cruze Ave location in Menlo Park I was told that all I could so was choose from what was in the display fridge. Props to Carlos at the EPA location who even gave me his personal cell to make sure everything was seamless! And the cake was super yummy as well!!!“

“Tried the ube and lychee ice cream in a waffle cone, and both flavors were delicious. The ube was creamy, rich, and not overly sweet, while the lychee was light, refreshing, and full of flavor. The fresh, crispy waffle cone made it even better. Definitely coming back“

“Got coupons and took advantage of it, buy one get one. Clean and friendly service.“

“I’ve been coming here for almost 30 years, hands down the best yogurt in Santa Clara county, the staff is usually friendly, except one guy. The biggest downfall is that we should be able to try a couple flavors to see what we like and don’t like before purchasing, I have purchased a couple times where I ended up throwing away my $9 yogurt because it didn’t taste right to me, had I been able to sample first I would’ve known not to purchase that flavor. Please allow samples again…..at least give a limit of 2 free ones, you’re not losing money by allowing a small sample Thanks for the Carbolite options they are a life saver on my healthy lifestyle goals“

“The best Sandwich in 100 miles! Been coming here ever since it opened and will continue to eat delicious sandwiches for years to come. NOM NOM NOM.“

“A must stop every time I’m in Honolulu/Waikiki now. I love there chewy texture and the lilikoi is to die for!!“

“Ran in for a milkshake and was in and out quickly. Girl was alone and doing a great job. As always, great ice cream!“

“Last evening had a real craving for a classic banana split. Drove to the nearby BR and was able to create my special ice cream sundae. The split banana was placed in the dish and I chose cherry jubilee, fresh peach, and chocolate fudge ice cream scoops. Pineapple, strawberry, and hot fudge toppings were added next. Finally, chopped nuts, whipped cream, and maraschino cherries were piled high on my creation. A sight to behold! I feared a sugar overload, but still I ate the whole thing! Yum! 😜🤪🤣🥴👍❤️❤️❤️“

“Cutest candy shop ever! We love coming here.“

“An uncommon find but some of the most tastiest food you can find in Los Gatos, I never mind making the trip over here just to have the food. It tastes great, a good price and one of the best Curio spots to be! Inside and outside is great and if you love unusual shakes, its the place to be!“

“The best cookies I've ever had! We had a special delivery sent to us and they were still hot! The Chocolate Chip with Sea Salt? Ya, crazy good! I will definitely think of Nox to surprise someone :)“

“This gelato shop offers tons of flavors and options to choose from, and everything looked tempting. I visited on a Friday evening, and there was a decent line, so I had to wait a bit before placing my order.

I got a small cup with two flavors — dark chocolate and almond mocha — for about $7, which felt like a reasonable price. The gelato was excellent, with rich, well-balanced flavors. The dark chocolate was the standout for me: intensely chocolatey with just the right amount of sweetness.

Overall, it’s a great spot for gelato, and I’ll definitely be back to try more flavors. Highly recommended!“

“Small hole in the wall shop that's ran by the kindest employees.
Besides distilled water, this spot serves a small menu of fresh sandwiches and unique in-house made drinks.
They also carry several different types of snacks and small to-go items for any type of meal.
I ordered their bbq ban-mi with a green-thai tea drink.“