SLO á la Mode Ice Cream Parlor

My kids love it ❤️

Great ice cream poor customer service

lots of interesting flavors and options, and good quality ice cream, but just not that tasty. (especially for the price)

friendly staff, but the atmosphere was a bit barren

I had a scoop of the Fat Elvis in a cup. I didn’t know they had gf cones, so I’ll try that next time.
Friendly service a bonus!!!

Great tasting ice cream, and more than enough options.

The ice cream was decent, but expensive for what you get. I was also disappointed to see that there were only 2 dairy free options when the website shows more.

I live out of the area but I come here every chance I get! Their ice cream has the best consistency and they truly have great flavors. Once, I even tried their sugar free ice cream and i didnt want to believe it was sugar free! It tasted so delicious! They are ao incredibly friendly also! But besides their ice cream and friendliness, im really wanting to post this because of their customer service!!! My father is a regular. He had been looking for a place to replace old doc Bernsteins ice cream and he found it here! Every Thursday night during farmers market, he goes there and gets the black raspberry ice cream. He absolutely loves it! We found out that when they get close to running out of that ice cream, they would save a scoop of it just for my dad. How amazing is it to find service like that. Someone that would go out of their way to save some for a customer.

Tucked away in downtown San Luis Obispo is a mom-and-pop ice cream shop that’s nothing short of magical. From the moment you walk in, the friendly, welcoming service makes you feel like a regular—even on your first visit. But it’s the ice cream that steals the show.

This isn’t your average scoop shop. The flavors here are bold, creative, and downright indulgent. Take the Fat Elvis, for example—a rich, peanut butter-banana dream that manages to be both nostalgic and adventurous. Then there’s Munchie Madness, a wild, playful mix of textures and flavors that tastes like every good midnight snack rolled into one. And Zanzibar Chocolate? It's a deep, dark, cocoa-lover’s fantasy with a velvety finish that lingers like a good memory.

Each bite is packed with complexity and care, showcasing that this place isn’t just about sweet treats—it’s about craftsmanship. Even on a chilly Central Coast evening, their ice cream warms the soul. You’ll find yourself wrapped in the comfort of flavor, forgetting the temperature entirely.

Whether you're a local or just passing through, this charming shop is a must-stop. It’s rare to find a place that balances inventive flavor with comforting quality, but this little spot in SLO does it effortlessly. One visit, and you’ll understand why people keep coming back for more.

Really good ice cream, fresh waffle cones and really unique flavors!

Everything is better when it’s a la mode is all I’m gonna say

With a 4.8 we had to go! Good selection, good service, but the ice cream is plain with very little flavor. I don’t get it.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 5

I'm not a huge fan of ice cream but ended up eating half my honey's salted caramel ice cream cone. Divine!

Food: 5

Service: 5

Love the ice cream and the people! There's vegan and gluten free options (including cones!!) that taste amazing. Includes classic flavors and fun new flavors too! :)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Just a below average ice cream shop, not that great of flavors to pick from. It was just some ice cream. Got a double scoop for $9.00 I wanted to love this place.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 3

Wonderful vegan options! The vegan black cherry is phenomenal! Reminds me of the Thriftys black cherry from childhood!! Also they let me charge my phone! Super nice!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5