50 Best Ice Cream Shops near Laguna Beach

“Dolce Gelato is by far the BEST Gelato! Both the vegan and non-vegan options are uniquely crafted and simply scrumptious.“

“This place is tasty. Very sugary sweet treats, but yummy. We ordered one bar and one soft serve type, but the soft serve is a way better base. The girls working the ice cream shop were young, but attentive. But, they had no AC in the shop which was really brutal with our hot summer. I asked one of the girls about the heat and she said the AC broke. But, you're in Laguna Beach, charging top dollar, have a busy flow of people non-stop and have ice cream and workers that need to be supported with cooler conditions. I hope the owners chopse to address the cooling conditions.“

“Great Italian Ice cream, good service and fun place for all ages!“

“Had the best soft serve yogurt! Fresh and plentiful on a delicious chocolate dipped waffle cone. Service was excellent. Employees were happy and paid careful attention to our varied requests. Can’t wait to go back!“

“Muy ricas y frescas, algo diferentes de las que se comen en mi pais( Argentina) pero sabrosas, las recomiendo a todos los que visiten Laguna Beach! Aprobadas!“

“Really great ice cream and so many choices also there’s a menu kist in case you can’t decide 😉“

“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!!“

“i'm from LA and have been SEARCHING for a gelato shop that makes it the authentic italian way, with no artificial dyes/flavors and the correct texture. i stumbled across this place while in newport with my family and knew i had to try it immediately when i saw the way the gelato is stored (in the steel tins, as opposed to giant mountains like most places in the US). definitely not disappointed. the flavors were done perfectly and not overly sweet, and you could so tell it was natural. i honestly think it's worth the 2 hour drive from LA to come back here🤣 please open a second location“

“cute, delicious, fantastic customer service“

“Fairlawn store is great! Ice cream is amazing! Staff is very helpful& takes care of customers quickly ! Highly recommend !“

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

“Super fun place! Be warned though it gets super busy at night, there was a line out the door when I went. The flavors are interesting and unique! Personal recommendation: if you're in the mood to try some classic flavors, go somewhere else! This is the place to try some super fun flavors that you won't find anywhere else. I tried their Strawberry Pretzel Salad (recommended by one of their servers) and was super hesitant, but it was actually so good! This is a great date night or night out with friends location!“

“And great for teenagers, Parents, singles and pups! Ice Snow infused with soft serve. The flavored are endless!!“

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

“Really love this ice cream shop! They have a vegan chocolate chip peanut butter flavor that is so creamy, you can’t even tell it’s made with almond milk. It definitely hits the spot when I’m craving ice cream. It is located in a small shopping strip along Pacific Coast Highway in Dana Point. There is a small parking lot to the side as well as more parking above the shopping center. It’s a great place to walk and less than 10 minutes from Dana Point Harbor. They are also open late, which is a plus!“

“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!“

“Best ice cream in town! I especially love the coconut cream pie. My family loves the Monkey Business too. Customer service is top notch. Isaac, my server was friendly and helpful. Will be back!“

“Best frozen yogurt on the planet!“

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

“Great ice cream. With lots of great flavors.“

“Rita’s in Dana is always such a treat! The staff is super friendly, the service is quick, and everything is always fresh and delicious. The Italian ice and custard combos are amazing—perfect on a hot day. The shop is clean, welcoming, and has that fun local vibe that makes you want to keep coming back. Definitely a go-to spot for anyone craving something sweet!“

“We 🖤 Handel’s!!! Such a fun experience every time. 👻 👻 👻“

“Freshly made creamy ice cream every day!“

“Best Ice Cream around, so many great flavors. I can't wait to try them all“

“Took my Grandson's after an afternoon at thr Skate Park. Small, but plenty of seats.“

“El sabor es delicioso 100% recomendado“

“I love this place funnel cakes are very good and the place is very nice and the workers are friendly and that is all I have to say“

“Always great friends and good sweets!!! Custom desert can’t go wrong“

“I’m a regular customer here. I love the variety of healthy items and all of the customization possible. Friendly professional Staff!!! I’m a ‘lifer’“

“On the pricey side but, clean and usually a really good flavor selection.“

“Been coming here since it opened. Great variety of flavors and since I am an insulin dependent diabetic, I am delighted they always have a "no sugar added" choice! Staff is friendly and helpful. �� Two thumbs up from me!“

“Cowafornia Ice Cream is a must-visit in Newport Beach! The flavors are rich and creative, and the quality is top-tier. The shop is cute, clean, and has a fun beachy vibe. Staff is super friendly and helpful. Great spot for a sweet treat! We will definitely be back!“

“brought my family from Texas here after dinner. everybody loved their snow. the best flavor is mango although everything is goos.“

“Good yogurt and toppings, but we were disappointed the girl didn’t want to get the whipped cream, she said “we ran out of whipped cream” yeah right!!!😡“

“The Acai bowls are amazing!! Glazed Donut Fro-yo is another of my favorites!!“

“I love their cookies so muchh!! The workers are amazing and the cookies are always warm and tasty😼😼

Dietary restrictions: I have a peanut/nut allergy and i haven't had an allergic reaction yet, even when they have peanut cookies“

“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! ❤“

“Simply the best yogurt I’ve ever tasted and would always enjoy trying all the flavors! Burp!! (Excuse me! 😋🤭“

“I got ice cream and it fell off the cone on to the cement just after leaving the shop. The clerk came out and offered me a new scoop this time in a cup. Absolutely made my day.“

“I am new to ordering from Crumbl, but I tend to preorder my cookies to have on the weekend as a little treat to an otherwise strict diet during the week. Crumbl of Foothill Ranch has never let me down. Each order is easy to place, I get updates as my order date gets closer, and everything always arrives on time, in tact, just as described, and packaged with care. Can always count on the Foothill location for my Saturday Snack fix!!“

“My treat when I do good PT. I love this place! Yum“

“Took my mom for a nice 🍦ice cream treat. I need to add, thats the young lady that was there , this Saturday 10/18 was absolutely nice, attentive and respectful it makes you happy to see customer-service like this. The Yogurt was very good too. 🤗“

“The owner is a sweet lady. She introduced the flavors for us patiently. We ordered ice cream and ice fruit sticks. These fruit ice sticks are very natural and good. Before we left, she sent me a rose and say “Happy Mother’s Day.” Very impressive!“

“We recently catered sandwich platters for a club meeting and they were delicious! Service was quick and easy, pick up was a breeze, and extra points for the pickles and lollies! Already looking forward to coming back to try something new.“

“Love this place. It’s slightly on the expensive side, but when you consider the size of the cookies, it isn’t too bad. The flavors are usually delicious, and most taste even better warmed slightly. Just wish there was a “two-pack” option which offered a slightly discount like the other bundle options.

One thing to keep in mind is that Crumbl tends to offer cookies with a soft underbaked feel (not a health risk of course), which I and many other people like. So if you’re looking for crunchy hot cookies this isn’t the place to go. They still have rotating amazing flavours each week which makes it fun to try new ones.“

“We went to the Golden Spoon location on PCH in CDM with our visiting Boston grandkids. They very much, as I did, appreciated the smiles they got and the attentive and friendly customer service from the young woman and young man behind the counter.“

“Locals know the Best Frozen Bananas on Balboa Island.Better than Dads or Sugar and spice.Sorry - No old school nostalgia but definitely best Bananas and Fro Yo. We’ve tried them all for years.Tutti Frutti actually waits for their Bananas to ripen before freezing. So they are sweet. No tart frozen green bananas here.Heath bar topping is our favorite topping.“

“Delicious ice cream and very clean place!“

“Oh Em Gee!!!! This is thee cutest little place, the ordering system is super efficient, there were a ton of customers placing orders with no wait. The GIANORMOUS, warm cookies come out quickly and the boxes are so freaking cute. Definitely worth a stop, be sure to bring your sweet tooth ??“