49 Best Ice Cream Shops near Del Mar

“Many ice cream flavors, all delish!“

“Great place to bring the family and friends. We go ad least once a week.“

“This place has the great yogurland flavors that you expect, but what stood out was the cleanliness and friendliness of the staff. The yogurt stations were well kept and all the toppings were fresh (including the nuts). You can tell that the owner/staff really care for the place. We look forward to visiting again!“

“Great hat shop with lots of great hats come here if you want a custom made hat o ya you can grab some delicious gelato also while you wait great service parking not so good but a little walk doesn't hurt. Especially in your cool new hat“

“I like the cookies. But the last time I went to Crumbl, we walked in and waited for six minutes. The worker in the store totally ignored us. Finally, we tried the self-checkout, but the credit card reader wasn’t working. So we waited for five more minutes. She still ignored us. Finally, we got her attention, and we had to enter the credit card number manually.

I only gave it four stars because the worker could tell we were upset, so she gave us a free cookie. Also, $5.50 for one cookie?!“

“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!“

“They were very polite and answered all of our questions. The ice cream is light not heavy and absolutely delicious. The cones are sweet and shaped like a fish, which was such a fun touch. I ordered the matcha and banana pudding swirl in a cone with Fruity Pebbles as the topping. The banana pudding wasn’t overpowering at all it was refreshing, light, and incredibly tasty.

I had the ube cookie and cream swirl in a cone with fruity pebbles last time and both are delicious. You can't go wrong with what you try.“

“We visited Salt & Straw after dinner on a Tuesday and there was a good amount of people there! I get excited about vegan flavors and that month, all of the special flavors were vegan! They have lots of unique flavors and combinations here, so it’s perfect for someone who wants a unique ice cream experience and is tired of the classic flavors. While I appreciated the vegan flavors, I had to get the honey lavender. They allowed us to taste a lot of the flavors and seemed happy to do so. The kid’s size was more than enough and it tasted so great: the lavender flavor was strong enough to taste and really complimented the honey, but wasn’t overly sweet. I’d return again if I lived on the west coast, but definitely recommend for ice cream connoisseurs!“

“Tasty ice cream, boba tea and coffee in one place“

“Conveniently located right next to where we had BBQ, Sunday Ice Cream was an easy and sweet stop after dinner. The shop has tons of creative Asian-inspired flavors that caught our eye right away — from sesame to matcha to taro. We tried the sesame ice cream, and it was creamy, rich, and awesomely delicious. The place was packed but the line moved quickly, and the staff were friendly and efficient.

Parking, on the other hand, was a bit of a hassle. The area is super busy, so we ended up parking in a nearby paid garage — not too bad for the convenience. Overall, a fun and tasty experience, especially if you’re into Asian-style flavors and want a nice treat after your meal!“

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

“Fives across the board! The gelato and chocolate here is incredible and the service is the same if not better. Gianna was kind enough to let me sample some of the chocolates and patiently explained each of the products I asked about. I will definitely be stopping by again soon!“

“Stopped by McConnell’s yesterday, ice cream was rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced. They also offer vegan and organic options. I sampled the chili lime mango sorbet, which was refreshing and delicious, but this time I was in the mood for ice cream. I got the Chocolate Covered Strawberries flavor which was absolutely delicious! Joe brought it out from inside and his friendly service made the visit even better. I’ll definitely be back!“

“simply delicious and fast service“

“Coming from out of town, stopped by for a sweet tooth and landed here. I felt so welcome and warming I want to give Avery a very nice thank you for her hospitality and great customer service. She was very kind and sweet. I definitely recommend coming back here. Thank you so much to Avery“

“The main thing to call out about this salt and straw (although I'm almost scared to) is that parking is plentiful and the line is much shorter compared to the one in little Italy! Other than that, try their take on cookie dough—it's great“

“This place has been wonderful. The flavors are always rotating but I'm always sticking to an original - vanilla with gummy worms and popping boba. Best times to visit are summer, fall, winter, and spring. ALL YEAR!
I am treated with the same exceptional service every visit, specifically by Kris, the manager. Go only if you see the purple Miata in the parking lot, that car is an indication that the legend himself is on shift.

Highly recommend for solo stops and families!“

“A place to get some great ice cream. It is a little pricey but the quality is up there. Be aware of some cross contamination issues though, the serving scoops come in contact with all types of ingredients.

The staff here are great, friendly and helpful. They provided free samples of the flavors of your choosing. Which is good because there are a lot of flavors to choose from. I'm glad to see it's not just run of the mill flavors either, they put their own spin on classics. I ended up getting the cake batter flavor. The ice cream is smooth, creamy and sweet. It has a nice texture to it, gummy, in a good way, as it has a nice pull/stretch to it and results in a pleasant mouth feel. There was a tiny problem though. Since they are using the same ice cream scoops for serving different flavors, my Cake Batter ice cream had bits of mint in it that was off putting. It was surface level and was only in 1 or 2 bites. While it wasn't a deal breaker, I think anyone should still be cautious of this if you have allergies. My sister ordered the Honey Lavender flavor and while the staff mentioned no peanuts and there aren't any in the ingredients, she still had a minor reaction to it. We are assuming it was because of the ice cream scoop not being rinsed properly after each use.

They also give a small cookie with each ice cream order. I tried both the regular and gluten free one. If you don't have gluten issues, get the regular one. It is far superior in texture and taste.

Jojo's Creamery is an easy recommend if you are looking for some good ice cream. While the prices are a bit elevated, there are plenty of flavors to choose from, the product is high quality and there's friendly service to go with it. Just be cautious if you have allergies as the different ice creams may have come in contact with one another by means of the ice cream scoop.“

“You can go just about anywhere and find a FroYo shop with a wide variety of flavors and toppings. What really makes Yogurt World UCSD special is the service and the atmosphere. Both times I have gone here with my daughters, we have been treated like important guests and made to feel welcome. The owner even gave little duck toys to each of my daughters, which made their day. He even took an interest in my story, which I truly appreciated.

We have a favorite FroYo place here in San Diego, and it is Yogurt World UCSD!“

“This was my first time visiting and I loved it. The atmosphere of the store is so cute and aesthetic. The ice cream itself is delicious! I tried the Red Bean & Taro and was amazed at how delicious it was. I will definitely be sure to visit again and try various flavors. Highly recommend!“

“The store has all the camping necessities and my favorite attraction, 8 beers on tap!!! 🍻🍺🤤“

“Can’t stop eating these. Go to the gas station by my house for a Mint & Chocolate one at least three times a week 🙈 Would love to buy a box if possible! 🐷“

“Best ice cream in town and it’s open late.“

“SO YUM YUM TO YOUR TUM TUM🍧❤️🍧❤️🍧 SO MANY FLAVORS TO CHOOSE FROM... BEST WHEN YOU ADD THE ABUNDANCE OF TOPPINGS ❤️🍧❤️🍧❤️“

“Thank you Woofpac for dropping off some Advent calendars at our veterinary hospital! These are honestly the first treats that every single one of my dogs loved! I will be stopping by Irvine Spectrum soon to get them more goodies 🐶❤️“

“GREAT experience at the Golden Spoon the other night, came with my cousin. Marcus was serving up top-notch frozen yogurt AND service. Great flavors to choose from, packed with a wide selection of toppings, culminating in a creamy tower of deliciousness (seriously, he built that thing up like a skyscraper). Will definitely be going back, and thanks again for making our night, Marcus!“

“Was delicious, lots of options & I did all vegan which was still amazing!!! Will definitely be back when in town!“

“So pleased a Pinkberry opened so close to home! This location has been my go to for a while. Staff is always super nice, and the frozen yogurt is delicious. I always try to include some original tart in each order, then sometimes try a new flavour alongside. This time I stopped in to redeem a free birthday reward!“

“Wonderful place with excellent service, only wish they would get licorice ice cream . Yummy“

“I've gone here multiple times and have always encountered the same guy working behind the counter. He is always super nice and friendly, and clearly cares a lot about his job. The ice cream is overall pretty good, and the portions are on the bigger side in my opinion.“

“This place has everything kids (and those old enough to know better) would want from an ice cream parlour - loads of flavours, lots of toppings choices, different syrups, plus tubs or cones. We had coffee snd salted caramel in separate cones. Delicious.“

“Nice place! Great service“

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

“An amazing roaster with a great selection of baked goods. Highly recommend the Cortado, chocolatey, smooth and made by an excellent staff! We always look forward to our visit! Excellent coffee“

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

“Angel provided amazing customer service. He was very helpful. Helped find the best option. The ice cream was delicious. Loved the music selection. Decided to go with a waffle which is an extra charge but let me say well worth it. Highly recommend this location. 😁😁“

“This is a gem of a place. Excellent pizza, fantastic service, and the gelato - YUM!!! It's been around for decades, the founder Pauly is in there early every morning to make the dough and sauce. Authentic and oh so good. Mona is wonderful as well.

They have a sketchy competitor who chose a similar name - don't get fooled. Pauly's Pizza Joint is the only Pizza Joint to go to.

Not the best business park, but their corner is charming inside.“

“I'm retired but I like it more than others because the service here is fast and they always have cookies available

Parking: I think it's okay except that there are more businesses and a restaurant on one side and it takes longer but it is very big“

“Very friendly and helpful staff! Quick to pick up over the phone and put in an order, and also has plenty of mobile pickup options with a variety of customizations.

And the pizza is super tasty. It tastes fresh and the crust is great, not a tasteless afterthought as many pizza places tend to make it.“

“Somisomi is a great spot in a busy Mira Mesa strip mall, known for its smooth soft serve and warm, chewy taiyaki (fish-shaped waffle).

We spent $15 for five flavor-filled taiyaki (Nutella, custard, and sesame) and a cup of their beautiful purple and green ube/matcha soft serve. The taiyaki had a thin, crisp outer crunch and moist inner dough, while the tall swirl of soft serve was smooth and creamy.

The service is friendly and efficient, and they keep the line moving. Note that while there's plenty of free parking, the entire mall is very popular and often busy.

A highly recommended, semi-sweet treat for family and friends!“

“everything, had icecream for dinner. 👌👍💚🍦“

“The best mochi donuts, Boba and ice cream in San Diego!! Pop in and grab a box for your office! We stopped by wanting a cold drink and something chewy and this place hit the spot! They have cool flavors like creme rules, cake batter, ube oreo, maple, toasted marshmallow, apple cider, cherry, glazed and chocolate mochi donuts and a huge variety of bobas! Get your sweet tooth craving filled here!!“

“This was the most amazing cookie that I ever tried in my life, even though it was kinda hard, but you just have to warm it up and yeah, I really liked eating here. Definitely coming back for more. Definitely tell my friends about this. I’m here just for free cookie bye.“

“This was my first time having rolled ice cream. It was really flavorful. I got the strawberry with cheesecake bites.“

“Staff is amazing and the food more so. Excellente“

“Cold Stone is definitely a fantastic choice! The team members there really make the experience enjoyable, and it sounds like Naaz is doing an excellent job managing the store. It's great to hear that this location stands out for its creamy and delicious ice cream, plus the larger sizes are a nice bonus. It's always nice to have a go-to spot that you love!“

“Delicious cookies and amazing custom cookie cake! Ice cream was great too.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
If you’re a matcha lover, Matcha Cafe Maiko is a must-visit! The quality of the matcha here is outstanding — rich, earthy, and perfectly balanced without being too bitter. Their soft serve and parfaits are beautifully layered and full of authentic flavor. You can really taste that they use premium Uji matcha from Japan.

The café has a calm and cozy vibe, perfect for enjoying your drink or dessert while relaxing. The presentation is always picture-perfect, and the staff are friendly and patient, even when there’s a long line (which there usually is — it’s that good!).

If you’re new, try the matcha float or the signature parfait — both are amazing! A true gem for anyone who appreciates real, high-quality matcha. 🍵💚“

“juicy burgers and great shakes“