25 Best Ice Cream Shops near Novato

“I love it 🥰😋, delicious flavor, price wise no to bad 👌“

“They tast so so so good go get them now

Parking: It is very dig and nice I feel like it is always a parking spot

Kid-friendliness: Kids love it and they always are up for a treat with crumble cookies

Wheelchair accessibility: There is so much room in there for people that need it“

“My wife and I wanted to get some vegan food on our way home from Marin. So we pulled up happy cow and it recommended this ice cream shop. We thought it was going to be a standard ice cream shop with some vegan options but instead it’s more like a vegan shop with some dairy options. It was amazing and everything we tried was top notch. The owner happened to be the one who served us and she was very nice and added to the awesome experience. My only compliant is it’s 30 minutes from our house and I wish it was closer so we can go more often. It is definitely worth the drive.“

“My kids and I recently enjoyed some delicious paletas, and they were tasty! I couldn’t resist trying my kids’ flavors as well, and each one was flavorful and generously portioned. I also had the pleasure of talking to the owner, whose outstanding customer service and kindness truly stood out. This experience deserves a solid 10/10 for Michoacana. I will definitely be recommending this place and returning often!“

“Excellent flexible and happy to work with you. During this time of physical distancing- they made it easy to gather sweets for home bound treats! #shopNovatoLocal“

“Took my family and grandchildren for a treat and lady behind the counter with glasses was kind and patient. This is the spot to go with your family.“

“Popped in on July 4 and we’re so lucky this place was open! Owner was super friendly and let me try a few flavors before I landed on the flavors mint and dark chocolate and sea salt (sorbet).

My partner got the blueberry cheesecake - also delicious. Flavors change every month so we’ll definitely be back

Plenty of parking out front. I wish we lived closer so we could’ve bought pints that wouldn’t melt by the time we got home“

“This has been the hot spot since I was a baby and is still phenomenal! Even after all my travels and taste testing of different types places, I always return here. I also love that it is all homemade and love to support this little local treasure ✨“

“pretty tasty !!! got try it“

“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“

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

“Yesterday my family had Mariapalar ice cream at an event, and it was absolutely delicious! I love the berries and cream bar! My Husband and son loved their Chocolate Dipped PB and Chocolate dipped vanilla. And we heard rave reviews from others at the event about the Peaches and Cream, Chocolate dipped mint and Cherry Lime. Can wait to try more!“

“We ordered coconut, bubblegum, strawberry cheesecake, pistachio, and rose petal.

The coconut and pistachio tasted really natural. The coconut had a lot of chunks and wasn’t too heavy or too light, just the right amount of sweetness. The pistachio looked a bit too bright at first so I was worried it might taste artificial, but it actually had a lot of real pieces and didn’t taste fake at all.

For the rose petal, I’ve had similar flavors at other places that ended up tasting like soap or even fabric softener. This one actually tasted like rose in a good way. It was light and really well balanced.

The strawberry cheesecake tasted exactly like what you would expect, in a good way. It’s sweet since it’s cheesecake, and the strawberry part tasted like jam. It is a little on the sweeter side, but not to the point where it’s overwhelming.

The bubblegum flavor is definitely artificial, but that’s kind of expected. It’s bright blue and the flavor is really strong. What surprised me was that there are actual pieces of pink gum inside, so you end up chewing gum while eating the ice cream. It was a really unique experience. Also cone is not too bad but not too good. Just mid lol

Overall, I didn’t have high expectations but everything tasted great. The only reason I’m giving 4 stars instead of 5 is because the staff didn’t seem very friendly. There was no line and I didn’t take long to decide, but the overall vibe felt a bit unwelcoming. Hope they’re having a better day next time. Next time I’ll probably just use the kiosk :)“

“Crumbl Cookies Petaluma has quickly become our family’s go-to spot for those special moments that deserve something extra sweet. What sets this place apart isn’t just the incredible rotating menu of gourmet cookies it’s the genuine warmth you feel the moment you walk in. The staff here treats every customer like they’re picking out cookies for their own family. They’re patient with indecisive kids, generous with samples, and always happy to explain what makes each week’s flavors special. Last visit, they even helped my daughter choose the perfect birthday surprise cookies for her teacher. The cookies themselves are works of art thick, soft, and loaded with quality ingredients you can actually taste. Whether it’s their classic chocolate chip (which somehow tastes like childhood perfected) or one of their creative weekly specials, each bite feels like a small celebration. The pink boxes have become a symbol of good news in our house!“

“I really like this place. There aren't a lot of options because the store is so small, but they have good Mexican street food, ice cream, candy, and occasionally baked goods. Don't take my less-than-5-stars rating as a negative. I'm very hard to please and I still recommend coming here.“

“My son loved his birthday cake!!!“

“Visited the Creamery stand at the Phoenix Uptown Farmer's market, and they gave me the last chunk of sample pepper jack for free since they'd sold out. So thoughtful! The cheese is delicious. I highly recommend.“

“Best location with excellent coffee drinks.“

“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.“

“Stopped by recently on a hot summer day for some gelato. Talk about a perfect repast to beat the summer heat. I had hazelnut and mango, and the portions are very generous. I didn't ask, but I think they make the cones in-house. Anyway, strange combination, I know. The mango was immediately delicious but I think I messed up combining the two because when it came time for the hazelnut, I was too full to truly enjoy the depth of flavor. Next time, I'll get it to take home. I love the location, it's in one of my favorite areas of San Rafael with shopping, good food and entertainment in abundance. Haven't had the pizza yet, but I'm a New Yorker and we're picky about our slices!“

“Only thing I come in to order is the Crazy Coffee Smoothie! And it's on hit every time! 👍🏽“

“Kids loved a lot of flavors“

“Bella is amazing! She's fast, polite and very efficient! I was amazed just watching her service the customer, clean the store, make pick-up orders and basically run the entire store by herself. If I had a company, I would hire her in a second!“

“Visited for the first time and have to admit I was wary because of the reviews. Ended up talking with the owner for a few minutes and he was incredibly friendly. He's been running the place for 40 years. We talked about the history of the establishment and how he got into the gelato business. No rudeness and delicious gelato. The small seating area in the back was very nice for our small group. I would highly recommend it and plan to go back often.“

“Awesome customer service!! Francesca and the other people working on the day of 10/10/2020 were absolutely amazing. They went above and beyond in order to fulfill my cake request. Their actions are deeply appreciated and should be rewarded as they did more than just fulfilling the customer request, but also creating a meaningful experience throughout the process.“