50 Best Ice Cream Shops near La Mesa

“Came here for the first time and split a sundae with my wife. The flavor and portions were on point, my only bummer was that there weren’t enough toppings. I feel like a good sundae should have either chocolate sauce, nuts, or something else with each bite. There were sadly more than a couple masked bites with just the frozen yogurt (which admittedly was very tasty).

The server was very friendly and served people quickly, so all told it was a positive experience.“

“If you haven't been to Yogurt Express yet, I feel sorry for you. You're missing out big time. Coolest, cleanest, funnest yogurt shop in the area for sure! Only problem is, you can't just eat one : ) Harp“

“Great quality. Prices are good.“

“From the manager to the staff....this is why we will be back. oh and the yogurt is delicious too“

“Daisy was super helpful, friendly, kind, and quick. The store was very clean, the ice cream was delicious and simple. (i got sweet cream with sprinkles) Daisy made it perfect, and her service and the ice cream made it worth the price as well!

Thank you Daisy for giving me a great experience today. 6/19/26

i would add an image but i ate it just that quick! Thanks cold stone and Daisy!“

“Their icecream is smooth and is good quality. It has gotten more expensive and is a bit ridiculous now. I also think they should keep fan-favorites like Beach Day for longer than a month when they know people love it. Replace flavors that don't ever get bought. The employees here are very kind and they work fast. They changed the Lemon Custard recipie which is really disappointing. Beach Day and Icing on the Cake remain superior, Cookie Monster not so much. Cotton Candy barely has a taste. Tables usually not the cleanest.“

“The perfect treat on a hot day. And now that we know the deliver , I’m getting gelato at work.“

“I live in Arizona and walking my found this place. To sum it up I’m addicted to this ice cream. Every time we go to San Diego I have this ice cream 2 to 3 times a day.“

“Fantastic, velvety smooth creative flavors and made from scratch! They also switch out their flavors every 2 weeks or so! Fun concept, wonderful staff. Highly recommend. Putting San Diego on the food map :)“

“The split scoop is such a good deal! First time I came here, I got the hojicha and boricha - such a good combo. Obsessed.

Came back a week later to get the boricha again, but this time it tasted a little sweeter and icier. Maybe it was just off that day, but I'll def still be back!“

“This place is the cats meow. Don’t sleep on this convoy gem.“

“I got dubai chocolate strawberries from this location and I’m pretty sure the guy who made them is named Mounaf they were so good he has the best customer service ever and he’s so sweet and helpful the cups were amazing.“

“The best ice cream in San Diego hands down“

“Their homemade ice cream“

“Black Tie Tiramisu
Really complex flavor your with the the mucus wall and the lady fingers in the actual ice cream. It had a lot going on but quite a lovely ice cream.

Salted Peanut Butter With Chocolate Flecks
I knew I wanted to try this flavor the moment I read it because I'm a major peanut butter and chocolate chip kinda person and this one was delicious! Proper peanut butter flavor coming through really well and that right amount of chocolate chips. Definitely would recommend if you love PB!“

“It’s nice to have soft serve in the hood!!“

“ABSOULEYLY RECOMMEND SO GOOD. the worker was really nice and let us in like 10 minutes before opening. the strawberry and Dubai chocolate tend to be on the sweeter side but overall with the price of around $7 it is totally worth it bc the worker packed it up all the way to the full line for us. also it is really good with the corn flakes on the bottom and they do not limit themselves on the toppings. absolutely recommend the mango ice cream however and would come back again“

“This your local Ma & Pop shop. Personal Fav: Acai/Blue Spirulina Bowl (Acai Roots Brand 💜) They have quite a few bases to choose from so that's nice.

Every bowl, no matter who is working, is made with love. Employees are super sweet, very engaging and always greet you with a smile when you walk in.

Froyo/Sorbet/Gelato favors, yes they have multiple options, are super good and changing often. However, Pineapple Dole is always on tap which is another personal fav of mine, so that's rad.

If you want an OG froyo/acai bowl... This is your spot.“

“We found Cabetos a few years ago at a farmers market. Ever since then if we ever see them somewhere- it’s a must have treat. We recently had a grand opening event for our new business and had them cater. They were awesome to work with. Weston, who was at our event was so fun and EVERYONE loved the ice cream. I highly recommend to find them at a farmers market near you or book them for your next event. I now need to go to their new store! So fun!“

“I live in Arizona and walking my found this place. To sum it up I’m addicted to this ice cream. Every time we go to San Diego I have this ice cream 2 to 3 times a day.“

“We strolled over after Fish Guts and enjoyed a cooling treat after a hot day. The mango shaved ice, avocado pistachio ice and coffee almond fudge all had great flavors. We got cookies to take home also (so good). I will definitely try the shaved ice next time around.“

“The flavor of the ice cream is worth the $$$ that we paid for it My favorite flavors are great golden pistachio and butter pecan“

“First time here and it was so good. I got the twister with the flavors Oreo and berry cheesecake (yes it’s a weird combination) and it was so flavorful the cheesecake bits were yummy! I also got the Junior for the size of the twister and the Junior size is already very filling and it’s the smallest size! The staff here were also nice to us. They also sell burgers and popcorn chicken here. Definitely would come back to try the burgers and popcorn chicken here. I also like how there are two screens to order.“

“bomb.com !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!“

“Exelente servicio y todo de primera calidad súper recomendado“

“Great food and ice cream. Very good service given by a sweet lady.“

“Visiting San Diego & stopped here for ice cream. The decor and atmosphere is pretty, clean and laid out well for indoor seating. The ice cream was delicious. The real treat and total surprise was my customer service person, Jen! Upon learning that I was visiting the city, she proceeded to grab a blank piece of paper and write recommendations for things to see, places to eat, beaches to visit including the best ways to get there and helpful hints! I left with a paper that was full on both sides and organized but most importantly, I left with a renewed hope for the kindness in people that still remains. Thank you Jen, for making my belly and my heart FULL! ❤“

“Been coming here for 25 years! Best frozen yogurt!!“

“I normally order the Panda Cloud Foam. Today I ordered the White Rabbit and Meis Keso Both good“

“best local burger spot. Fresh, delicious and great prices. 👍 Support local businesses.“

“Love it there, the lady and son and workers are really nice 👍“

“Fantastic ice cream and fantastic service! This was my first time visiting this shop after passing by several times and observing lines out the door. My ice cream did NOT disappoint! I chose Blueberry Cobbler, which was excellent, and I can’t wait to try some other incredible flavors. The staff were friendly and efficient. 10/10 recommend!“

“Ok, I am from NY and love pizza. I am not a NYC pizza snob though and welcome all iterations of 'za! I have to say that this pizza is probably the best I have ever had of its type. They are "Roman" slices, meaning focaccia crust. Variety of slice options are insane with creative combinations that are not only imaginative, but insanely delicious. Slices are cooked upon ordering for supreme freshness. I especially like the Lussuria - prosciutto, black pepper, mashed potato, mozzarella and olive oil. (I NEVER thought I would like mashed potato on a slice, but it's insanely good.) The help here is amazing as well. Caesar was working the oven and he gave great suggestions and explained the product well. Very inviting and definitely steered me in the right direction. Need gluten free? They got it! Will make a GF slice for you right on the spot. I challenge anyone to have just one slice. I had to go back for 2 more. Enjoy!“

“The best place for gourmet ice-creams and desserts
Their classic Fudge Sundae is a must try for all. Mostly people with multiple preferences will love it!
Their Dubai chocolate is amazing if you love the flavor of salted caramel/pistacho.“

“YOGURT BARN! YOGURT BARN!! That is what us and all our friends chant as we pack into the Chevy and drive down the street to our favorite dessert in Lakeside. The delicious rotating flavors always keep you on your toes. The staff is super friendly. Good prices. Smiling faces for all!“

“They have great flavors and toppings.“

“The place is very clean. Variety of flavors and toppings and the staff is very friendly. Price is about $0.49 per Oz. Filled up with kiwi strawberry, watermelon, and cookie n cream. Comparable with NuYo, but pricier.“

“Stopped here after the beach for a refreshing paleta. The limón is always my go to and it did not disappoint. Perfect texture to bite into with a delicious citrus taste. You can pay extra to get toppings on them. There is a small parking lot here which was a bonus. Not busy at all when we went on a Saturday evening. Would definitely stop again.“

“Very good and authentic Mexican food owned and operated by a great family! Viva Cristo Rey!“

“Best ice cream in the country!“

“Stopped by Fruity Loco for the first time and it definitely lived up to the hype. I ordered 3 tacos and a bagel and everything tasted fresh and flavorful. The service was great too — Dillion was really friendly and made sure we were taken care of the whole time. You can tell this is a family-run business that actually values its customers. Overall a really good experience and I’ll for sure be coming back.“

“This place is A+!!! You can buy posicles for 50 cents each or a dozen for only six bucks and you can pick any flavors you want and make your own custom box! I don't know why it's not as popular but it's my favorite store now. Definitely check it out if you can, you won't be disappointed“

“Love it and delicious... I will be back definitly... Very cheap prices...“

“Best Ice cream in San Diego“

“Crumbl Cookie Shop never disappoints. I really appreciated how fast our order was assembled — efficient, organized, and seamless from start to finish.

One of the best parts is that you can actually see them baking and preparing everything. The open concept adds a level of transparency and freshness that makes the experience even better.

The cookies were warm, soft, and packed with flavor. Great service, great quality, and consistently a solid choice when you’re craving something sweet. We’ll definitely be back.“

“Great choices. we didn't have time to see them all“

“friendly staff and everything we ordered was delicious“

“Just received these as a gift ! Beautiful packaging! Great taste!“

“Delicious! Recommend 10/10 🤤🤤“

“This was a great experience! From the guy who answered my questions over the phone and to the girl who gave me the cake at pick-up. Great staff, great cake, great experience. I placed the custom order online and they came through! The cake was beautiful and delicious.“