50 Best Ice Cream Shops near Fountain Valley

“Great customer service. Apologized several times for the wait. Helped me order a birthday cake to pickup in a couple of days. Very pleasant experience.“

“I wish I had taken a picture of my shake Austin made for me. This is my favorite location. Austin knows how to put together a really bomb shake and customer service is always the best here. I get Cookie Monster with whip cream and Oreos on top. 🩵💙“

“Awesome service, went there to get one of their amazingly delicious ice cream cakes as my son’s birthday was coming. The staff was really nice, they answered all my queries. Best ice cream in town. I’ll be back soon.“

“The açaí bowl was okay, I thought it was going to be good because of the reviews, but I guess it’s expected when the acai base is pretty concentrated. Wish it was a bit easy to scoop into. The service was kind of confusing, but not bad.

Edited my review :)“

“Very good frozen yogurt. nice and clean inside. BUT..... Horrible Staff. young girl is sweet but the 3 old ladies were extremely Rude, Crabby, and Mean“

“Team members are chill and the tea slaps. What more can you ask for?“

“The Carmel apple, vanilla custard with shaved ice and Carmel all-over, is worth driving to California. This has become our favorite family experience. For over 10 years, we never miss the opportunity to visit Lynn’s for the excellent customer service and yummy deserts!“

“I love it so good im from moreno valley l just came for ice cream yummy..0“

“Dining at Kulfime was more than a meal, it felt like a warm hug. The cozy atmosphere and kind, welcoming made me feel right at home. Every dish was crafted with care, bursting with authentic flavors that instantly comforted my soul. The portions were generous, the prices fair, and the experience unforgettable. Whether you're a longtime fan of Indian food or new to it, this is the kind of place that leaves you smiling long after you’ve left. I can’t wait to return and relive the magic!!“

“What a gem. I can easily say this place has the best fruit ice cream I've ever had. The man behind the counter was very informative and patient as my friend and I were sampling many of the flavors. I ended up leaving with container of lychee and coconut. The ice cream tastes so fresh and delicious. The decor of the place is really cool and the service was wonderful.“

“Every time I come, the service is amazing. The quality of the gelato is superb and I can't say enough good things about it. They also have gluten-free options and Pup Cups. Good pricing, too. A local favorite for sure!!!

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free gelato and "Pup Cups".“

“We all scream for ice cream 🍨 but we all scream Stella!!! An ice cream place called Stella Jean’s bring refreshing flavors like mango sticky rice. Home made ice cream full of flavor and the highest quality ingredients!“

“It was delicious. The vanilla Rosa 🌹 was great 👍🏽“

“cute, delicious, fantastic customer service“

“Ricas nieve y ricas galletas“

“Old lady that works there is so sweet. Ice cream was really good too. I got a single scoop of cookie dough but got the smallest scoop ever ? Another person in my party got gummy bears with their order and got very few. Felt like we got considerably less than what other people got in the reviews :(“

“Holy crap amazing ?. We went on a Saturday night and people were standing outside which was a good sign because it was delicious or a bad sign that they were busy and we would have to wait. But it was because it was amazing. The flavors are strange and unique and incredibly delicious. The honey and lavender made you feel refreshed and standing on an English hillside. Goat cheese mulberry and habanero was a delicious sensation of salty creamy and fire that made you want to return again and again. Chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream I could have sworn that they had elves in the back making cookies to put into that ice cream. The samples were given out on real metal spoons and each staff member took a group of people and not just put you in a line through the system. We went for a quick little treat after dinner and ended up bringing pints of ice cream home. Go for taste sensations and amazing journeys you will not be disappointed. Glad we stopped at this little shop while we were out there on vacation will be ordering some ice cream and having them ship it to me because it was that good“

“The Baseline: The Ice Cream Baseline consists of having quality dairy product, variety of flavors/mix-ins, and serving quantity for the price. Ghirardelli hits 2 out of 3.

Food: The ice cream base (dairy and non-dairy) is of very high quality where the milk/cream ratio is make the ice cream smooth and silky. The flavor selection is not broad but the assembly with mix ins is high quality and good, probably the best hot fudge I can get. The serving sizes are large enough but this has the added expense of theme park pricing.

Service: Service is easy as you order from the register and pickup from the window. Everyone is friendly and smiling as to be expected at a Disney Theme Park.

Ambiance: This is a walk up ice cream stand with dedicated seating outside that is in some competition with other restaurant patrons with adjacent establishments. This is in Disney California Adventure so the San Fransokyo theme for Big Hero Six rocks. Top marks for ambience.

I rated this a 4 because of price but it is in a theme park and money bleeds from you there anyway.“

“Love this place!!! So unique and one of a kind! The gelato is so fresh and they make creative designs for kids!“

“Shaved ice and Dole Whip!!!!“

“Todo muy rico👌 y excelente servicio las muchachas que atienden muy amables ❤️“

“Stopped in with my boys and though we generally have good customer service at most Cold Stones with a couple of exceptions a while back at the Garden Grove location on Chapman, Stephanie provided outstanding customer service from the minute we walked in until the minute we walked out. It wasn't a surprise to find out that she was part of the management team when I asked. Seems that you provide a great example to your teammates.“

“Delicious variety of cookies and so many milks to choose from. pure heaven“

“Salt & Straw's version of "Veganuary" is their "Dairy-Free Decadence Series"--five vegan flavors available during January. I chose Chocolate Caramel Corn with Candied Peanuts, which I didn't really like, but my partner did. However, I've enjoyed several other flavors in the past. Warning: The waffle cones are not vegan, but the sugar cones are.“

“Love the coconut coffee and the mini sandwiches!“

“The ice cream is great the open glass display is cool to see it made especially if you got kids intrigued by the process. There's a lot of options and add ons . They have smooties , coffee, and teas as we'll and each one is worth it .“

“As always the best place to get frozen custard in Akron“

“El sabor es delicioso 100% recomendado“

“Love this iconic spot! A must when visiting Balboa Island!“

“This is my absolute favorite ice cream spot. This ice cream is so creamy, and rich. It always hits the spot, and it’s absolutely delicious. I’ve never found another ice cream place as good as this. The workers, I’ve known them for a few years, and they absolutely love my friends and I, and we absolutely love them. They always have a smile on their face, and they are always so positive and hard working. I have taken so many of my friends, and family members here, and they absolutely love it. My friend was literally smacking on the ice cream, and saying “ mmm, and wow”, a lot to it because of how refreshing and delicious it is. I recommend the Michael, Oreo, Vanilla, Strawberry, etc, all good :)!“

“I don’t know what it is, but I absolutely love their cheddar filled fish“

“Amazing crepes! I will definitely go back!“

“On a Roll Ice Cream on Brookhurst is a must-visit spot for ice cream lovers! The experience of watching the ice cream being made right in front of you is fun and unique. They roll the ice cream on a cold plate with your choice of mix-ins, creating beautifully crafted, delicious rolls. The texture is creamy and smooth, and the flavors are bold and rich. Whether you’re into fruity or chocolatey flavors, there’s something for everyone. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the portion sizes are generous. The presentation is Instagram-worthy, and the taste lives up to the hype. It’s the perfect place for a sweet treat on an evening or late night.“

“It's without a doubt the best milk shake I've ever had in California. The little 8 dollar one is already huge, and the monster is absurdly big. The best is Oreo with vanilla! I recommend it, it's worth it and I would always come back.“

“The Tropical Hideaway serves up some delicious dole whip tropical Hideaway is a must stop on every Disneyland trip I get the dole whip float its pineapple dole whip in pineapple juice my wife gets the Mexican version Chile mango whip swirl it has Chamoy mango and Chile lime seasoning this place gets busy on a hot day but they are quick service is always good definitely a must try“

“I had the black cherry shake one of the best shakes I ever had will definitely recommend it to anyone my girlfriend had the strawberry shake and it didn’t disappoint us they were both good. The donuts are delicious made to order hot and fresh 🤤. I love the peanut butter and their cinnamon one. Can’t wait to go back and try other items.“

“Love love love this place! The Milk Chocolate & Coconut Chocolate are my dream! If you’re at Great Mex save room for this place after!“

“Best frozen yogurt on the planet!“

“10/10 - I recommend The matcha float. It was really good and the matcha flavor was strong!😌“

“Freshly made creamy ice cream every day!“

“Such an awesome addition to our daughters birthday party! Not only did she absolutely love it, but our guests thought it was soooo cute and nostalgic! Everyone wanted all the details about OC Ice Cream! We will definitely be booking this again for our next event!! ?“

“Come here often for Taiyaki and ice cream. There might be a longer wait during dinner time but usually it’s pretty fast.
The parking is usually difficult ? cuz it’s in a popular plaza.
My favourite is matcha ice cream & Nutella taiyaki.“

“They have a huge menu up to like 60 items! They have all kinds of ice creams, natural juices, and so much more! Great place for a snack and dessert. and I love how it reminds me of Mexico! You won't regret coming! I highly recommend this location!“

“es mi primera vez que vengo , mi hija me trajo y lo recomiendo muchísimo, está limpio, el servicio es buenísimo , siguen todas las medidas sanitarias, las paletas riquísimas , maneje 30 minutos y lo voy a seguir haciendo . me gustó mucho el lugar“

“Such a great piece full place to go to weather just to walk around yourself, walking your dog, hiking, sports or just laying down having a picnic with someone special you'll completely enjoy it as if you was the only one there but there are many people enjoying their time just the same.“

“Love Golden Spoon! Best tasting yogurt, hands down! Recommend peanut butter, my fav. Not as many flavors as they used to have, and the peanut butter wasn't working. My gripe is I had the coconut, and it melted before I got it home. Not sure if that's the usual now, I remember the olden days where it would stay frozen.“

“This place has some of the best shakes around. I always get the strawberry/chocolate shake and it is awesome!The gelato pops are great too. They have a ton of flavors that can be personalized with additional toppings.The employees are super nice too.Definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for gelato, creamy shakes with real fruit, or a cool cheesecake pop, try this place for sure.“

“I come here pretty often with my family even though it is like 2 hours away from home. We always visit since their flavors are delicious and always change each time we come. They have both dairy and non-dairy ice cream flavors. We also try to come here whenever we can when they have collaborations to taste their special collab flavors. I love seeing all the new flavors they come up with! I really recommend this place, it is one of my favorite places to go to!“

“As always I loved their frozen yogurt, but I wish they have flavors without sugar added, still good!�“

“For those with a diary/gluten allergy. They have a plant based ice cream, whip cream, and good chocolate. My wife was in heaven to enjoy such a treat. The staff were excellent and answered all her questions. I ordered an orange cream drink and it was pretty tasty! Overall a nice place to the right when you walk towards the round about in California adventure.“