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!!“

“cute, delicious, fantastic customer service“

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

“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“

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

“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!“

“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“

“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!“

“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!“

“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!“

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

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

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

“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!“

“El sabor es delicioso 100% recomendado“

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

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

“Best frozen yogurt on the planet!“

“Freshly made creamy ice cream every day!“

“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!“

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

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

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

“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“

“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!!!😡“

“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’“

“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!“

“Very good yogurt eatery on Pacific Coast Highway. I had their regular cup of peanut butter frozen yogurt and it was great. I’ve gone to another Golden Spoons on La Palma and Imperial in Anaheim which seemed to have more frozen yogurt selections and a greater variety of toppings. This facility had milkshakes and cookie dough as alternate selections.“

“Delicioso todo tiene un toque especial 100% recomendado“

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

“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.“

“Cookies galore, if you want a cookie, look no more, this confectioners hole in the wall is one of my girlfriend's favorite sweet tooth cures. Small but worth standing in the line of sweet-heads, who all know: Crumbl is the G.O.A.T. 🍪“

“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!!!“

“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 ??“

“KELSIE KELSIE KELSIE....I had to take the time to give my sincere and true appreciation for one of the workers at this location. She always has the best energy and her smile is soo warming. Tonight she turned out what was going to be a disaster birthday for my roommate and totally turned it around for me. They were out of the deliciously AMAZING Oreo Cream Pie Cookie ( IF YOU HAVNT HAD THIS YOU'RE TOTALLY MISSING OUT) for the day and it was 20 mins from closing. She went above and beyond to make sure I left with enough Oreo Pies and then some to complete my birthday desert gift and I cant THANK HER ENOUG!!! KELSIE THANK YOU FOR BEING A GREAT EMPLOYEE AND GOING ABOVE AND BEYOND FOR ME TONIGHT. ITS EMPLOYEES LIKE YOU THAT WILL KEEP ME COMING TO THIS STORE ONLY AND TELLING ALL MY FRIENDS AND FAMILY ABOUT YOUR LOCATION. I GREATLY APPRECIATE YOUR KINDNESS AND HARD WORK 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽“

“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.“

“So yummy and the workers are so nice!“

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

“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! ❤“

“Amazing service and quality . The owner was super helpful in getting my customized ice cream cake for my son’s birthday . Everyone loved it . Thank you for making the experience memorable . Highly recommended place for quality , variety of options and great service .“

“Delicious ice cream and very clean place!“

“As the days of our lives, so the Yogurtland churns.“