50 Best Ice Cream Shops near El Cerrito

“I love their Jamoca Almond fudge. So creamy and full of nuts!😋😋😋😋😋“

“I honestly don't even know how to describe how good this ice cream is! Melt Me Creamery has completely ruined all other ice cream shops for me. I ordered a split scoop with Mango Sticky Rice and Pink Berry, and my mind was absolutely blown.The Mango Sticky Rice is easily the best flavor on the menu. It’s actually a vegan flavor, combining a super rich, creamy coconut ice cream base with a vibrant mango sorbet. The contrast between the two textures works so incredibly well, and it tastes exactly like the actual Thai dessert without being overly heavy.Pairing it with the Pink Berry was the ultimate move. It adds this beautifully bright, refreshing, and slightly tart fruit contrast that balances out the rich coconut flawlessly. The texture of their ice cream and sorbet is consistently top-notch—so smooth and clearly crafted with care.The shop itself is boutique and charming, and the staff are incredibly welcoming with samples. Even when it gets a little crowded, it is entirely worth the wait. I will absolutely be back to claim my loyalty stamps!“

“The Best! So many years of great memories“

“First visit to Lexie’s tonight - got a single size peanut butter Oreo Sunday… should have gotten the double.

They have Incredibly tasty and rich custard and very delightfully curated sundaes. And the staff was very warm, welcoming, and kind.

Excited for the next one…“

“Extremely cheap food and ice cream, great service, but slow and unsanitary.

Tom, the owner, is 89 years old and has been running the business for decades. The prices here are exceptionally low, with a cup of ice cream costing $5 and a sandwich costing $4.50. The catch is that you'll have to wait for a while and he does not wash his hands between handling cash and food.

My sandwich, served with tortilla chips and potato salad, was so-so, but excellent value for the price. It took nearly 10 minutes to make the sandwich though.“

“With flavor combinations that will wake up your palate and prices that seem downright reasonable for the Bay Area, Bad Walters is a welcome addition to my go-to ice cream destinations. And then there’s the fact that it’s named after a Chihuahua who was apparently an a**hole. I’m in love!“

“I want to echo all the other positive reviews! Stopped in for a quick treat and the green tea did not disappoint. Hubby had a flavor with caramel & pecan flavor and it was gone in 60 seconds! Employee with the pink hair was very nice & helpful (sorry I didn’t get her name). Prices are fair for the variety & portion. A+“

“Tasty eclectic mix of flavors with dairy free/vegan options! The flavors are mostly not traditional. We came for the dairy free ice cream, which was indistinguishable from regular ice cream. We would definitely come back. The neighborhood is nice and 4 blocks from the painted ladies houses.“

“Lana’s is now my go to place for DELICIOUS BURGERS 🍔 & Fries 🍟. I’ve traveled the world and I can confirm that I haven’t eaten a better burger and fries. My top favorite is a Fried Chicken Deluxe and The Deluxe and Fries! You must try the fries and you will get it yourself. They have delicious ice cream as well🍦! Very cool nice friendly stuff, clean neat kitchen, cozy environment, great prices ! I’m not typically leaving reviews but this place is worth it ❤💫“

“WOW!!! Now this is easily the best hot fudge sundae i’ve ever had!!!! Great deal and such incredible quality. This is the best hot fudge in SF, the ice cream is top notch.

Not even an hour later I had to go back and try the halo halo. Absolutely DELICIOUS!!!! A must try for anyone in the area!!!!

Norman is very kind and welcoming.“

“Our first visit but absolutely not our last! What delicious flavors! Everyone loved their desserts, the toppings are incredible (vegan hot fudge, vegan caramel, toasted almonds,) and we all left full and happy! Definitely stop in when you’re in the neighborhood!“

“Our first visit but absolutely not our last! What delicious flavors! Everyone loved their desserts, the toppings are incredible (vegan hot fudge, vegan caramel, toasted almonds,) and we all left full and happy! Definitely stop in when you’re in the neighborhood!“

“Good stuff, love nondairy options!“

“Our first visit but absolutely not our last! What delicious flavors! Everyone loved their desserts, the toppings are incredible (vegan hot fudge, vegan caramel, toasted almonds,) and we all left full and happy! Definitely stop in when you’re in the neighborhood!“

“delicious ice cream and everything“

“fabulous! please open another in the San Jose area. great service..the way they encourage you to taste while waiting in line...loved the various, different flavors“

“Best hot chocolate ever. Definitely trying the Gelato next!“

“Friendly staff ! Delicious icecream - we accidentally dropped our icecream as we were walking out and the staff didn’t hesitate to replace 💕❤️🍦“

“Vegan (& Gluten-free) flavors! I loved the pluot, the dark chocolate, and the walnut (that has no pieces of nuts in it, which is really helpful to those like me who can’t have much fiber). Additionally, I found all three flavors more refreshing than (sickeningly) heavy, and the flavors 🤩 🎇—like the grand finale of a fireworks show for the taste buds. I’ve only had about a spoonful of each so far but am in love 😍🤤😋. I didn’t go to the shop, someone brought me some, so I’m not able to give my opinion on the actual shop. From what I heard, though, it wasn’t as crazy as many ice cream places are on hot weekends! 😊“

“Vegan Donut Gelato is PHENOMENAL! My wife and I loved our brief stop this week. The donuts are massive and well worth the price. Friendly service and the woman who served us was great. Highly recommended!“

“Yummm. Try the sf cheesecake and the bubbly Texan“

“I visited here a while ago and I would definitely recommend this store and also Ghirardelli Square in general!
I enjoyed this chocolate shopping experience. Plus the atmosphere was very friendly. The park was super beautiful, and I think it is very cool to see all those chocolate making machines in the store. Chocolate Fudge was way too sweet for me. (I don't have a photo) But overall I would highly recommend this place!“

“The crepes and ice cream were not only delicious but also decorated beautifully! The attention to presentation really stands out and makes the experience even more enjoyable. The staff were also very friendly and welcoming, which made the visit even better.“

“The most delicious, fresh, and hand-crafted gelato I’ve ever tasted. You must try! Thank you Philmore!!! Can’t wait to come again!“

“I am addicted to their Dubai Strawberry Cup — it is soooo good. Every time I come in, I tell myself I’m going to try something new, but nothing compares. I’ve also tried their fresh-squeezed juice and it’s delicious. The flavors are perfect, everything tastes so clean and refreshing, and I honestly don’t know what magic they put in it, but I’m hooked. Highly recommend!“

“I love this place, is very affordable and delicious. They have the best prices I payed $27 for 2 medium frozen yogurt with toppings and a banana split sundae. They also offer regular ice cream and have other options like mango matcha latte and avocado smoothie :-)“

“The matcha here is really consistent. I’ve been several times since they’ve opened and I’ve always been happy with my drink! I especially love their peach matcha latte (seasonal). Their hojicha latte is already pretty good. Their soft serve is also really good and the matcha one has a very strong flavor. The line to order with a cashier tends to be shorter than the kiosk and sometimes peopme don’t realize that there are 2 separate lines. Would definitely recommend!“

“Unique and exquisite homemade ice cream, original, tasty and so much more!😍 Don't hesitate to visit their cute shop and try them all!“

“Lovely place and really friendly staff!“

“They have great ice cream!“

“I can't believe how amazing this sundae was. The brownie breakfast ice cream and banana dulce de leche sitting among toasted candied peanuts and burnt creme brulee bananas was simply divine. Let's not forget the chocolate sauce drizzle and the side of friendly excellent service. The other flavors are interesting and unique. Haven't seen them anywhere else. Definitely coming back again.“

“I had a wonderful experience today at the shop! After getting some nice samples, I was impressed with the texture and flavor of the gelato. I really like how real and natural flavors are, such as the coconut strawberry and the hazelnut flavor. It doesn’t taste fake; it tastes like the real thing because it is the real thing. I thought it was interesting that he says to get his produce just up the street from a local store. It was really awesome! We ended up getting the coconut, and it was fantastic.“

“Everytime I go there, the staff are always warm and welcoming. The prices are great as far as I'm concerned. They keep it very clean and tidy. It's never been too busy. And the atmosphere is perfect for a random after school treat worth the kids.“

“Friendly service good choices of organic ice cream That melts in your mouth great flavors. Easy location on Fruitvale near MacArthur across from the library.“

“soooooooooo........goooooood 😋🤤💯❤ All the Cookie dough and Hot Chocolate 💯❤🤤😋“

“Not too sweet and great place to hang out!!!“

“We came across this adorable little ice cream truck, selling ice cream, cookies, and brownies. This place has a fun menu, where you can build your own custom ice cream sandwich, or order the ingredients (ice cream, cookies, and brownies seperatly). We ordered the combo, where we got a choice of a cookie, ice cream and a brownie on the bottom. We got fudge as a topping, the cookie monster cookie, toasted s'mores ice cream, and the brownie on the bottom (no special brownie flavors). The cookies are soft and tasty, and we actually bought some cookies later, simply because of how good they tasted. The ice cream tasted really good too, sweet and smores-like. The brownie was a little bit hard, but the ice crean melted and softened the brownie, and allowed for a more chewy bite, but at first it was definitely a little hard to chew into. The service was friendly and efficient. Outside the ice cream truck, there is some outdoor seating where you can eat while you have a view of the pier. I highly suggest getting some cookies and/or ice cream here, especially the cookies n cream cookie, and cookie monster cookie. Good place to get some ice cream and cookies at the pier! (And make your own ice cream sandwich!)“

“"a mini is small, a small is large, and a large is gigantic"“

“My favorite food is everything on the menu“

“When you want or need a priceless treat to bring you nothing but pleasure and intense flavor... go here immediately, don’t think, feed your soul“

“The atmosphere here is incredibly cozy, with couches outside where you can relax and enjoy your desserts. The vibe is brought together by the fun colors throughout the shop and the cutest little ice cream lights! The customer service there was also insanely good. I came during rush hour and there were so many people ordering however, I was being asked questions and helped throughout the process. The person helping me was extremely polite and ensured that everything was going well when I was there.

I tried these items:

🥞 Oreo Crepe
This was easily my favorite item on the menu! It had multiple thin, soft layers of crepe, and the inside was packed with Oreo crumbs, cream, and so much flavor. Every bite had the perfect combination of the soft crepe, creamy filling, and Oreo crunch. I could genuinely eat this one again and again!

🍪 Biscoff Croffle
This was perfectly crunchy on the outside while still being soft and fluffy on the inside. It was topped with a generous amount of Biscoff drizzle, which gave it that sweet caramelized Biscoff flavor without being too overwhelming. The crunch + drizzle combination was SO good!

🥭 Mango Lemonade
This was genuinely so, so good! I’m not usually a fan of really sweet drinks, and especially with lemonade, it can be really easy for the sugar to become overpowering. This had a great tangy mango flavor and was super refreshing! I even gave my dad a sip once I got home and it was officially dad approved. He was a big fan of it too!

🍓 Dubai Chocolate Strawberry
This was my first time trying Dubai chocolate strawberries and it was definitely a hit! The strawberry was super fresh and juicy, with a generous layer of chocolate and that crunchy, nutty pistachio-kataifi filling that made every bite so satisfying. I loved the combination of the fresh strawberry with the rich chocolate and crunchy filling!

Overall, Scoop N Chill is such a cute spot if you’re craving something sweet, especially if you want a place where you can actually sit, relax, and enjoy your dessert. Next time I go, I'm definitely interested in also trying the gelato and the sushi crepes“

“Amazing waffle & flavour and lovely atmosphere. Would definitely recommend you check them out!!!!!“

“The best gelato I’ve found with many unique and delicious flavors using fresh fruits and ingredients on a daily basis. I come in every time I am in Berkeley, because it’s head and shoulders above the gelato in the Sacramento area!“

“We were in the area, nice 👍 to be able to enjoy our yogurt plus close to coffee shop as well & lots of benches to relax👋🤙👋“

“Great little find while touring the city! Had to stop by three times in two days. Fantastic sandwich’s and great pastries.“

“It's a great little spot for quick bite. They have good burgers and fries. They also have hot dogs, chicken strips, chicken sandwiches, chili fries, chocolate dipped ice-cream and much more. My favorite item is the twister. I get the Resses cup one but they have many other flavors. My daughter loves their sundaes. It's a little pricey but for me it's worth it.“

“love it for a afternoon treat w the kiddos“

“Had a great experience with the wide variety of milkshakes available. I visited with my parents, and everyone was able to find a favorite. We tried their specialty milkshakes—“The Sassy Lassi,” “Strawberries and Cream Cheesecake,” and “Doughnut Touch”—and all three tasted great. The ambience was pleasant, and the staff was very friendly.“

“So yummy ! Choose any cookies and any ice cream flavor.“