29 Best Ice Cream Shops in Irvine

“Takayuki Dessert offers a refreshing and modern dessert experience that pairs perfectly with a meal next door at BCD Tofu House. The shop focuses on clean flavors, soft textures, and visually appealing presentations that feel both comforting and elevated. The desserts strike a balance between sweetness and lightness, making them enjoyable without feeling heavy. Service is friendly and efficient, and the environment stays calm even during peak dessert hours. The menu offers enough variety to satisfy both classic and adventurous dessert preferences.

The space is clean, bright, and easy to relax in, making it a pleasant stop for a quick treat or a slow, casual dessert break. Parking becomes easier later in the evening, which aligns well with dessert timing. The ingredients taste fresh, and the portion sizes feel fair for the price. The shop’s atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the desserts consistently deliver on flavor and presentation. Takayuki stands out as a reliable, high‑quality dessert spot that enhances the dining experience in the plaza and leaves a memorable final impression.“

“Very good ice cream. Lots of flavors to choose from“

“Phenomenal ice cream with a delicious honey on top. This place doesn't have nearly the attention it should. The price is a little high for the quantity of ice cream, but the quality and flavor more than make up for it. One of my favorite dessert places in a town full great desserts.“

“Freshly made creamy ice cream every day!“

“Visited Remicone ice cream shop, cute place! I tried the berry special, which was very fresh, not syrupy. The milk ice cream base was smooth and clean while the strawberry glaze added just the right amount of sweetness. The crumble and meringue were perfect toppings. Customer service was great. Definitely will visit again!“

“The best ice cream in Los Angeles!!!“

“So yummy and the workers are so nice!“

“You guys were absolutely awesome today and I appreciate the safety protocol up in the restaurant due to Covid and the mask policy! I will definitely come back again! Fabulous food and service! ❤“

“I love this place! They have fresh fruit to add to your yogurt! And I love that I can build my own small cup of goodness!!!“

“Very Good Donuts!! Fresh Made“

“Best ice cream sandwich ever. The cookies are so good, and so many options. Highly recommended when you just want to treat yourself and others.“

“Great service, very clean and organized“

“I tried their Salted Caramel and Taro flavors with lychees, kiwis, bananas, mango fruits. It was delicious. The combination of the fruits with the caramel and the taro frozen yogurts was to die for. I hope those flavors are around next weekend. I’m going again 🍦😳🍦“

“Banana splits sundae were the bomb. We really enjoyed them. The staff was super nice. She was all alone but to didn't get overwhelmed with the crowd. She just kept working. In spectrum center a very nice place. Has a giant ferris wheel. Very cool.“

“Very reasonable price and delicious“

“I ordered two cream pans and let me say it doesn't disappoint. So if you love creamy custard filling folded into buttery bread that is made with TLC, then Hamada-Ya Bakery is the place to go. Now let's say you eat one and save the other for the next day, I suggest refrigerating it. Then when you want to eat it take it out of the fridge and let it sit until it's room temperature. Your taste buds are going to be very happy you did. ?“

“Amazing service & great location! Cold Stone ice cream is always incredible, but it tastes even better when the crew dishing it out is friendly. Managers, please give a shoutout to the lady working around 9pm on 4/1/25. She encouraged me to try a new flavor that I loved and I decided to add it to my usual order! 10/10 customer service 😊“

“I love Cold Stone! I’ve been coming here a lot recently since discovering this location. The staff is very friendly, and I especially want to give a shoutout to Lacey. She is incredibly kind and always remembers my order, so I never have to repeat myself or worry about being disappointed. She’s also so sweet and welcoming to my little ones.Sometimes other employees don’t offer samples when my kids want to try flavors, but Lacey is always patient and happy to let us sample different options. It really makes a difference.Overall, the location is very clean, although it can get quite busy on weekends. Great job to all the workers—keep up the good work!“

“Tried their Strawberry Matcha with oat milk and was pleasantly surprised. I usually don’t go for matcha drinks, yet this one was incredibly smooth with a nice depth of flavor—not harsh, not chalky. Give it a quick stir and it blends perfectly. I’d happily order it again on my next visit.“

“We ordered the mochi: strawberry, vanilla, ube, mango, yuzu coconut, and green tea. The yuzu was exceptional; it tasted like Korean citron tea, and the coconut made it creamy, while still keeping a tang from the yuzu.
The injeolmi (soybean powder) bingsu was also good, and they gave us a lot of mochi!
The raspberry gelato had seeds in it, and the taste was a bit sharp, but the mango was creamy and tasted like fresh mango!“

“Le Cafe Du Parc is a charming little café tucked into a residential/park area near the Irvine Spectrum. We tried the Strawberry Banana Sushi Crepes, which were fun, light, and decadent with the chocolate sauce. The Chicken Pesto Flatbread was warm and savory with a nice balance of pesto and toppings. We finished with an Affogato, which was simple but delicious, with rich espresso poured over creamy ice cream.

Ambiance:
It’s a small, cozy café that feels like a hidden neighborhood spot. It's right next to a little dog park and another walking park open grass area which is relaxing to work at.

Customer Service:
Service was friendly and welcoming, and everything came out quickly.

Overall:
A great little hidden gem if you're in the Irvine area and looking for crepes, coffee, or a relaxed café stop. Definitely worth checking out.“

“Quail Hill location is one of the best! Friendly staff, store always clean, mobile orders made right and ready when you arrive. My favorite lunch spot for something quick, fruity, healthy and delicious!“

“So I went in to Nekter in hopes of getting the delicious Graviola Bowl. I was told they were discontinued. NOOOO!!! They said they still had the ingredients to make me one though. I was SOOOOO happy!!! LOVE THIS PLACE!!! BRING BACK THE GRAVIOLA BOWL NEKTER!!!“

“I'm from HB and there's nothing like it......“

“Great Gelato 🍧, and pastries 🥮!“

“Delicious treats from baked goods to gelato with a smile. Really enjoyed the variety of treats and the staff is very positive and friendly. Will look for after dinner treats here so family gets to choose what they want and can walk off looking at stores around“

“My experience with your customer service is always amazing. I absolutely love the store I feel greeted. I feel welcomed and I feel that if I have an issue, someone will help to deal with it. Most of the stores are very inviting and they make you wanna come in and hang out for a while.“

“I'm glad Shake Shack has opened another location in Irvine because you couldn't pay me to go to the Spectrum nowadays. That being said, the parking lot on this side of the Marketplace is kind of hellish since it shares it with 24-Hour Fitness (amongst other businesses).

Upon walking in, ordering kiosks are immediately to your left. Fairly straightforward. I sat at one of the few tables and saw that it was busy with several families and lots of teens on the outside patio. My to-go order was called in about 10 mins and I was on my way!

Shake Shack really gives In-N-Out a run for their money (ducks and hides) and their milkshakes are the best!!“

“Vanilla Charcoal Skoop with banana! It's amazing! Plus employees are super nice and helpful!“