50 Best Ice Cream Shops near Hawaiian Gardens

“Everything is excellent, no complaints, IF IT IS USEFUL, JUST BE A LITTLE CONSCIOUS IN CONTROL OF THE PRODUCT, JUST BUY A SCRAPE, AND YOU CAN'T TASTE IT, IT'S AS IF YOU ARE
Taking a candy, EXAGGERATED SUGAR IF YOU CONTROL THAT POINT EVERYTHING EXCELLENT, PERFECT TREATMENT, BUT SUGAR IS CRAZY YOU CAN'T TASTE THANK YOU, very good quality but reduce the sugar, I had to throw it away“

“Heritage Restaurant, Long Beach – A Well-Earned Michelin Star by Michael Broderick. In a city where “Californian” culinary ambition often plays second fiddle to casual dining, Heritage in Long Beach has carved out a place of quiet excellence, earning a well-deserved Michelin star. This intimate dining experience is a testament to ingredient-driven, technique-forward cooking, where flavors are both restrained, unpretentious, and deeply expressive. From the first bite, it was clear that Heritage excels at layering textures and flavors in unexpected ways. The meal began with an Amuse Bouche trio: a delicate prawn cracker topped with sweet Dungeness crab, a green leaf with another seafood salad that was to be eaten like a mini street taco, and balanced with the brightness and light crunch of pickled turnip. A seemingly simple couple of bites, but one that foreshadowed the precision and thoughtfulness of the courses to follow. To cleanse the palate, a mint tea infused with palo santo was served—a meditative interlude that was both refreshing and aromatic, setting the stage for the evening’s journey. The first official course, Crème Caviar, featured Russian Sturgeon Heritage Caviar and chive, a chilled preparation that was rich yet elegantly restrained. This was followed by Kanpachi Crudo, presented with carrot, ginger, and macédoine vegetables, offering a balance of clean ocean flavors against bright, vegetal undertones. Then came what I consider the star of the evening: a dish that fully captured the ethos of Heritage—Hen of the Woods Mushroom, topped in a “sunchoke stew” (crispy fried sunchoke) with fermented mushroom. For an additional $25, an indulgent shaving of black truffle took the dish to another level, transforming it into a sensory experience that evoked the deep, earthy satisfaction of foraging. The interplay of umami-rich elements made this course a masterpiece of textural and flavor contrast. The proteins that followed were executed with equal care. First, a perfectly prepared Rainbow Trout, sauted to perfection with a crispy layer of skin on one side, delicate pink flesh on the other, bathed in a delicate dashi and punctuated with bursts of smoked trout roe in a light creme sauce, which lent salinity and depth. Then, a 32-day dry-aged rib chop, a cut that can sometimes lean too “gamey” in the tradiinal steak house that cuts corners on a post aging trim, yet here was a revelation—tender, deeply beefy, but balanced. Accompanying the dish was sous vide endive, black garlic, and a shaving of Parmesan, which surprisingly lacked the usual sharpness, instead presenting a more rounded, delicate, nutty flavor. Desserts were a study in technique and balance. The first, a Grilled Strawberry with strawberry granita and Meyer lemon crème, was bright and refreshing, its layers revealing different expressions of cool and sweetness. Then came the Coco Craquelin, a delicate choux pastry filled with beurre noisette ganache and banana cremeux, meant to be eaten with the hands—a playful and interactive moment in the meal. Finally, a Sage Basque Cake, its subtle herbaceousness complemented by toasted hemp seeds and lemon curd, provided a grounding, crispy finish. Heritage is the kind of restaurant that doesn’t simply chase trends—it refines them into something personal, something intentional. The execution is confident but never showy, and the experience is paced with precision, allowing each dish to tell its own story. This is not just a meal—it’s a quiet, profound meditation on flavor, technique, and the land from which it all comes. Where other restaurant profess to be a true “Californian” style farm to table experience , Heritage is, without a doubt, a must-visit for anyone who seeks out truly exceptional dining in California.“

“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.“

“Caramel flavor for the win! And the butter cake was so good. Great CS“

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“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 :(“

“I have been buying the buttermilk berry cornbread such a unique flavor. It’s so good. I’m so addicted to it. I’ve never tasted such a grape flavor in ice cream ever.“

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

“First time here. Loved it. Messy and good.“

“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!!!!“

“Best place I have ever gone too! The ice cream is delicious with many toppings that add to the impression and appearance of it. The quality of the ice cream rolls are much better than those of other places, and while it does take around 20 minutes to get your ice cream, it is completley worth it. This is one of the places I always show to people who our visiting the city :)“

“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.“

“Love the coconut coffee and the mini sandwiches!“

“Awesomeness! They are so good to the Hounds!!“

“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 .“

“SUER DELICIOSOS POSTRES , ATENCION EXCELENTE Y EL LUGAR ES INCREIBLE. LA DECORACION ES MAGICA.“

“Caramel flavor for the win! And the butter cake was so good. Great CS“

“Great service, clean, tastes great“

“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.“

“Don’t be deceived by the line it moves fast the customer service was great. I have to admit although I’m not the biggest fan of ice cream but I’m sold and ready to go back!!!! I tried the 4 scoop sampler.“

“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!“

“I love that it's never super crowded when I go in, a helper/cashier always comes to greet me within a few seconds, the vibe is always nice and chill. I love the large varieties of cookies there and they're large! Every cookie and small pie has been absolutely delish! I just had a small key lime pie this past weekend that SO good!“

“It's one of my favorite spots to grab ice cream. They have a lot of delicious choices and options. They even carry a few lactose free choices and even a scoop for your doggy. My friend and I both grabbed a 4 scoop sampler to try more flavors. Our favorites were the Taro and the praline pecan.“

“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.“

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

“My TOP choice and should be yours, but who am I? The yogurt speaks for itself . The flavors are delicious my favorite is the DOLE FLOAT. My kids, grandkids, and wife from time to time, enjoy the time spent at Rockies Yogurt, enjoying cool fresh flavored treats and atmosphere.The employees and owners of Rockies Yogurt are welcoming, friendly and are definitely looking out for a healthier objective to a sweet tooth.God Bless and thank you.“

“Love the coconut flavor!“

“Fosters Freeze’s, Large soft serve,Vanilla ice cream cones, dipped in chocolate syrup, are good and messy. They made me a triple cheeseburger back in the early 70’s way before Burger King or In-n- out ever had them.“

“really good ice cream :) I looovee the Thai tea one!“

“Best ice cream around. Employees are awesome.“

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

“I was looking for a great dessert spot and this spot delivered.I had three scoops of pineapple coconut, chocolate chip and their pistachio. The best one was their pistachio which I think was the best version I’ve had from any ice cream spot. Solid customer service and a great ice cream for a hot day.I’d definitely come back again to try their other flavors.“

“Drove all the way from El Segundo for my favorite ice cream“

“Do you enjoy real homemade ice cream I mean the Mexican paletas but also the scooped ice cream everything made in the house so many flavors to choose from.And they're nice enough to let you sample as many times as you like. Always great to take a quart home. Once you've tried it other places are mediocre we're talking homemade ice cream made in-house not months ago days ago at the least.“

“Needless to say, I think the ice cream here is pretty good“

“Great siempre amables y muy buen servicio con una y rica comida y raspados“

“such tasty, fun treats in the Mexican tradition!! great prices too.“

“So yummy. These cookies are rich and soft. With a change in the weekly line up, it feels like there is always something new to try. We love that they are big enough to cut up and share, so the whole family gets to try each flavor we pick. The staff was friendly. The cashier taking our order asked if we had an allergies (we don’t, but nice to know they care) The store was clean and the open floor plan allows you to see the staff making the cookies in back.“

“This is one of my favorite locations. They get stuff to us quick and the employees are very attentive, welcoming, and nice. Even with the waiting area not being the biggest, they get the orders ready fast enough that it never feels super crowded even when there's a good chunk of people in there.“

“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 can't say enough good things about this place. I heard about it over a year ago but have never been able to make it here during one of my trips but this time, I made a point to stay an extra day so I could carve out some time and take this off my list. I got there on a Sunday before they opened and was first in line, I had time to look at their menu board and decide on which character I was going to get. I was like a little kid, waiting with anticipation and excitement! When they finally opened their doors, everything flowed smoothly and efficiently...you ordered, you paid and then they call you so you can watch your cotton candy masterpiece being created. It truely is an art! After mine was done, i waited for the 3 girls in back of me to get theirs done too, had to see what characters they got and I am glad I did. This pace is fun for all ages and I will be sure to add it to my list of things to do for my clients since I am a travel agent and I sent lots of families to Disneyland, so this is almost a must. I think the price is right at like 19.99. I got the unicorn and it was HUGE!!! I thought this would be a one and done type place for me but nope. ...I want to come back everytime I come to town and experience something new...oh and they sell ice cream too. Fun fun fun“

“The strawberries and cream! They tasted so fresh“

“Italian ice was colorful and refreshing with just the right amount of soft serve to ice ratio. Just when I was running out of soft serve I found more at the bottom lolSundae was perfect amount of chocolate and whipped cream. Banana milkshake has fresh bananas combined with thick, creamy ice cream. Overall, a delight!“

“First time here for me - the employee suggested 3 flavors which were good - the blue one, one I don't remember, and OMG - the butter cookie.I am so grateful I live far away from here, because if this place was remotely close to me I'd be 600+ lbs in no time. The butter cookie flavor is so good, it genuinely might be the best ice cream I have ever tasted.“

“such tasty, fun treats in the Mexican tradition!! great prices too.“

“The best cookie butter Ice Cream ive ever had! I had the cake in a cup and it was delicious, the employee who was working was super nice and let me sample many of the ice creams and shared which ones were his favorite, great place to grab a sweet bite!“