50 Best Ice Cream Shops near Mill Valley

“Written by my eight year old:
“Swirl is scrumptious and so refreshing on hot days. The flavors are yummy. My favorite is watermelon. It is smooth and tasty! I love it!” 😅 The new ownership has lowered the prices and also maintained a clean environment. The staff are all friendly local students which creates a familiar atmosphere, letting you enjoy delicious rotating ice cream and fro yo flavors.“

“Iman the owner is amazing! It's a charming and incredibly delicious menu! I grew up in France so I know a good crepe! I ordered the Peach, Brown Sugar and Butter crepe with Buffalo ice cream. The crepe was crispy, crunchy, light and scrumptious; plus it had a salty sweet delicate yumminess. The buffalo soft serve addition was unbelievable- rich and creamy and different than anything I've had. Will return as soon as possible!! 🎉🙌🏼🥰🎉🥳“

“Marshmallow fluff;) Loved the Milkbomb sandwich! Will definitely go again;)“

“Historically best ice cream in SF!“

“The shop is run by a very sweet older man, I enjoy every visit. It really feels like a shop you could have been to in the 80s. The menu online is often inaccurate and the hours fluctuate slightly around open and closing times, but I definitely recommend it. Remember to bring cash, it's cash only.

The prices have gone up quite a bit but they definitely needed to, I'm sure they were too cheap to make a living before.

Current flavors on my last visit, if the menu isn't accurate:
Chocolate, vanilla, chocolate chip, mint chocolate chip, strawberry, rocky road, cookies and cream, grasshopper, mocha fudge, lucuma, macapuno, rum raisin, butter pecan, black walnut, caramel praline, New York cherry, rainbow sherbet, green tea, avocado and what looked like ube (it was unlabeled).“

“I was introduced to this place by a friend and every time I’ve come, I’ve really enjoyed ice cream! They have many features flavors as well as combinations you won’t usually find elsewhere. The staff are always very friendly anytime I have gone.“

“Yummm. Try the sf cheesecake and the bubbly Texan“

“The Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience in San Francisco is an absolute must-visit! The moment you walk in, the smell of rich chocolate fills the air and instantly makes you happy. Their hot chocolate is out of this world — thick, velvety, and perfectly balanced between sweetness and deep cocoa flavor. It’s easily one of the best hot chocolates I’ve ever had, especially on a cool San Francisco day. The staff is friendly, the atmosphere is cozy, and the whole experience feels indulgent and special. A perfect stop for any chocolate lover!“

“Great little ice cream shop, they have a great selection of ice creams, as well as hot and cold drinks. The ice creams are some of the best I have ever had, and they do a great hot fudge sundae. The service is great, prices are good and I would highly recommend a visit if you are in the Fishermans Wharf area of San Francisco.“

“The most delicious, fresh, and hand-crafted gelato I’ve ever tasted. You must try! Thank you Philmore!!! Can’t wait to come again!“

“fabulous! please open another in the San Jose area. great service..the way they encourage you to taste while waiting in line...loved the various, different flavors“

“One of our favorite spots in the Richmond. Sean and Alice are as terrific as their ice cream!“

“Da Giuseppe Nardoni: fantastici cannoli cosi in Californiana non li mangi, con ricotta fresca siciliana“

“Best hot chocolate ever. Definitely trying the Gelato next!“

“Happiness in a cup. And a cone 😁“

“Unique and exquisite homemade ice cream, original, tasty and so much more!😍 Don't hesitate to visit their cute shop and try them all!“

“I think there are maybe 3 vegan places that serve ice cream in the whole of bay area, and this only one in Marin. It was a warm day and wanted to try this place on my way back to east bay. The place was cozy with plenty of seating and decent amount of parking. The lady serving there was super nice. I got a waffle cone with strawberry milk and salted pistachio scoops with sprinkles and caramel toppings. It was super delicious. Updated from previous review on 2025-08-17“

“Yummm. Try the sf cheesecake and the bubbly Texan“

“Fantastic spot with unique Sundaes, shakes, malts, and make-your-own ice cream sandwiches. Loved the cherry & crème fresh with cornmeal cookies!“

“Heads up: cash only!
My favorite ice cream place. Specifically this location. Must-try flavor: vanilla honey lavender! Real, local lavender flowers throughout. Delightful. Magic!
I got a “double” scoop in a bowl (allows 1-4 flavors) to split with a friend the other day. We tried lemon poppyseed, Moroccan mint tea, and vanilla honey lavender. Would not recommend the lemon poppyseed- tasted a bit artificial. Moroccan mint tea was ok but tasted much more like mint chocolate chip than tea and the flavor paled in comparison to my favorite: vanilla honey lavender, which was outstanding per usual.
Tiny shop with charming pictures of local community up on the walls. There’s minimal seating inside and outside so you may have to walk with your ice cream.“

“Loved the crepes and service!

Crepes were soft and fluffy. We got #28 which had coffee icecream and pudding. Was a unique combo but both flavors paired well together.

The bear face was adorable (⁠◍⁠•⁠ᴗ⁠•⁠◍⁠) ʕ⁠´⁠•⁠ᴥ⁠•⁠`⁠ʔ“

“Their service and their soft serve is amazing! I always stop by their store when I'm in the area! 😀“

“Yo! KISS OF MATCHAAAAAA AH!

Get you matcha fix here and some excellent desserts!
The croffle is great for a quick bite or if you crave a drink, I got the Hojicha frappe.. My god, thinking about it gets your taste buds watering... Hah! Flavors are really on point, I have not gotten one drink where I was disappointed or felt like there could have been anything missing.

If you want something crazy, that parfait looks hella good! Will need to try that next time!

The vibe inside is very calming, the smell of tea will hit you in the face with a crazy impact like a mother throws a sandal in Yo face for not getting good grade for Yo test... Very impactful and stunning!

Thank you KISS OF MATCHA!“

“When in San Francisco I always stop at Ghirardelli the hot cocoa is delicious, the sundaes are delicious. We stopped after a Giants game and it was crowded. We took it to go. The location is excellent within walking distance to the Nintendo store and the Nike store. The staff was so friendly and helpful. I love Ghirardelli.“

“gluten free, vegan, coconut based froyo! yum!“

“Loved my ice cream sandwich- such a fun dessert business! Very nice woman working the day we came. I do wish there were 2 gluten free cookie options and at least 2 gluten free ice cream options. It looked like there would be more variety on the website, but the day I went, there was only a chocolate chip cookie and a non dairy chocolate chip ice cream- would have loved to have chocolate or other options! Very delicious though!“

“Ice cream is great! Servers are really rude and yell at the customers though. If I came here for ice cream after a long day, their attitudes would send me over the edge. Instead of yelling “NEXT!” They could probably say “I could help you over here!” with a smile and a wave.“

“I used to get Yomie’s in SoCal, and it was a yummy alternative to boba when I wanted something different. The yogurt smoothies at the North Beach location taste pretty similar but seem to be blended a little thicker. I got the passion fruit smoothie with less sugar and purple rice as a topping, and it was very filling. Definitely recommend as a drinkable snack.“

“You make my birthday girl so happy, especially the Unicorn. Make her birthday for this year sweet...it really makes her enjoy this lonely birthday becomes a joyful one“

“Always a good experience, everything is very good especially their TaroMatcha drink, one of my favorites. Rated 4 stars though I'm pretty bummed out we drove 20 minutes because I really didn't want to leave the city without getting one of my favorite drinks. Got their 20 minutes before closing just to be told that they stopped making drinks 30 minutes before they close. Let them know that's pretty messed up especially since it's not stated anywhere and drove all the way there for nothing. Was only told to come by 1 hr before closing lol wanted it so bad I could taste it 😭 if you know you know.“

“Servers are fun to talk with and to learn about the best treats!“

“The Original Ghirardelli Chocolate & Ice Cream Shop at Ghirardelli Square is a must-visit for any sweet lover in San Francisco. We stopped by and treated ourselves to their famous hot fudge sundae—it was rich, indulgent, and absolutely worth it. The shop has a nostalgic charm, and you can watch them make chocolate in-store.

Tip: The prices are definitely on the higher side, but the portions are generous and the quality is top-notch. It can get crowded, so try to visit during off-peak hours for a shorter wait. A delicious and iconic San Francisco experience!“

“Sandwiches are fantastic! Generous portions of fresh ingredients made to order. Fully stocked pastry case with classic and specialty treats! Friendly staff, great vibe,, totally affordable menu. LOVE!“

“So yummy ! Choose any cookies and any ice cream flavor.“

“The hubby and I were killing time and found this place for dinner. We got seated and immediately. We ordered our pepperoni pizza. Since we sat at the bar, we saw them making our pizza and placing it in the wood burning stove. It took about 2 minutes to be baked and quickly served. Loved it! Everything was great. It can get a bit dark in there but it’s all part of the ambiance. We’re definitely going back!“

“It’s beyond wonderful. Tony spumoni, pistachio, ginger, too too good“

“Stopped in here to fulfill an ice cream after sushi craving. Loved this little store. The young woman behind the counter had some helpful flavor suggestions. Unique (butterfinger, whisky praline, drumstick, PB and j) but delicious flavors. Some classics too and even a sorbet for the dairy free visitor. Loved that they have a tiny cup option as well. Would love to come back to try more flavors.“

“Talk about a hidden gem in the slums of downtown San Francisco! For a corner store they sure do have an amazing food selection. Went to go get pizza across the street around midnight and they just closed, went here instead and got some fruit salad and fettuccine. They had kebabs, wings, pasta salads etc and it all looked super fresh.

Great place to go for quick meals to take back to your hotel if you’re staying nearby.“

“Delicious rolled ice cream with free toppings!!! Yummm!!!“

“I love this classic frozen yogurt shop. They always have great new flavors (as well as the classics) and the best toppings whether you are a candy or fresh fruit fan. The staff is always friendly and helpful.“

“One of the best! We love Easy Breezy because of their delicious toppings, but they don’t always have the best ice cream flavors. One time we went and they didn’t even have chocolate or vanilla at all! But still, overall their frozen yogurt is amazing! We recommend it for family’s who have free time. 😁 ( This was written by my 6 year old! )
Thank you!“

“好味好味，綠茶同芝麻都好味。“

“Really solid spot in Saluhall. $5 for a big bowl of vegan sorbet, the strawberry was really nice and refreshing and not too sweet. Comes with unlimited toppings as well.

If you are in Saluhall, worth checking out in my opinion for the price point.“

“Beat topping selections, and the yogurt is high-quality.“

“They are clean and organized and the prices are fair, especially being in the tenderloin where the struggle and homelessness is really the over all attraction. But one employee just doesn't seem to be happy. He doesn't smile is unfriendly and somewhat rude!! And the other one is completely the opposite. But over all I enjoyed there food... And definitely there milkshakes are a must have. I will be a consistent customer since I'm new to the area!“

“What a delicious treat! My brother brought us to Golden Gate Park and as we were walking around, we came across the Twirl & Dip food truck. My brother said it was one of his favourite places to get ice cream, so we had to try it. I got the TCHO-dipped banana with sprinkles! The chocolate layer was thick 😋 It was the perfect dessert for a sunny day ☀️

Visited on May 26, 2024“

“Mangonada, nieve de garrafa, raspados, bionicos, tostilocos, tejuinos“

“Molto buono e la proprietaria molto simpatica“

“I can’t believe how good the pizza is. Top quality. Comparable to A16 in terms of texture and ingredients. No cardboard crusts here. And the prices? They are from a parallel universe as they are UNBELIEVABLY LOW! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“First time having shaved ice cream. It was Tachata which is cinnamon vanilla. Texture and taste was outstanding.“