12 Best Ice Cream Shops in San Mateo

Cruel Donuts Donut Shops • $
35 Laurie Meadows Dr, San Mateo

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Bacon Egg and Cheese Croissant
Real Fruit Ice Cream
Strawberry Shortcake
Specialty Donuts
Oat Milk Latte
Apple Fritters
Cake Donuts
Doughnut
Gelato
Bagel

“Fresh crullers on F, Sa, and Su. Get it, “Cruel Donuts”, crullers???? Anyway the crullers were great. I had a great chocolate frosted raised donut that was also just right. Most donuts, and donut shops are meh, for me.“

4.8 Superb86 Reviews
Simple Delights Ice Cream Shop • $$
1226 W Hillsdale Blvd, San Mateo

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Assorted Mini Cakes
Red Velvet Cake
Custom Cake
Affogato
Cupcakes

“Must try Affogato!! Espresso poured over Vanilla ice cream or over your favorite ice cream. Delicious 😋“

4.8 Superb94 Reviews
Romolo's Cannoli Dessert • $
81 37th Ave, San Mateo

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Spumoni Ice Cream 1 2 Gallon
Chocolate Ice Cream Cannoli
Dipped in Chocolate
Tiramisu Cake Small
Amaretti Cookies
Coffee Ice Cream
Ricotta Cannoli
Ice Cream Cake
Cannolis
Tiramisu

“I've been going here for a long time, life happens that you stop going to certain places. You get caught up with what you need to do you forget. A co-worker had brought some in for a party and it just brought back memories eating this and ice cream with family.
I recently went with my co-worker to come back for more of the delicious cannoli. I was surprised to see that the place hasn't changed at all. Everything still made in house. Prices like everything are up. My co-worker and I had split 24 minis, we were surprised to pay $42 for each but bit the bullet and paid up. Now that I look at the menu, we got ripped off LOL. It's cheaper to buy 1 dozen for $72 and you cut it yourself. You save $12 🤦‍♀..note to self and everyone else..
The cannolis were heavenly and much enjoyed by my family. It was a once in a while treat, not something I'd do weekly. We had tiramisu, chocolate, and original. It's a toss up for me between tiramisu or original. Everyone loves the cannoli shell. I had a tiramisu shake as well and it was delicious. I just wish they had a bigger straw.
Treat yourself and your loved ones, I highly recommend this place especially if you're craving authentic cannolis“

4.8 Superb172 Reviews
Yumi Yogurt Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
3955 S El Camino Real, San Mateo

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Low Carb Yogurt Peanut Butter Cookie Mixed with Chocolate
Reese's Peanut Butter-Carbo Lite
Cookies and Cream - Wow Cow
Frozen Yogurt Large Size
Strawberry Avalanche
Waffle Cone
Soft Serve
Ice Cream

“Many different flavors for yogurt. Try them they're delicious.“

4.3 Superb222 Reviews
Icicles San Mateo Ice Cream Shop • $$
222 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo

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Brownie Caramel
Fruity Pebbles
Oreo Blast
Cereal
Oreo

“Awesome liquid to frozen rolled ice cream.“

4 Good122 Reviews
Häagen-Dazs Shop 1299 Ice Cream Shop • $$
76 Hillsdale mall, San Mateo

“the ice cream barista Alexander remembered that I have a habit of ordering my dulce de leche milkshake, paying for it, and coming back to pick it up a couple minutes later (because i need to pick up my shake shack order from downstairs). I just like it when ppl remember my specific order Alexander is a real one. W barista, W milkshake frfr.“

3.8 Good30 Reviews
Concierge | Hillsdale Shopping Center Ice Cream •
358 E Sailer Dr, San Mateo

“We got a table right away. Cool outdoor area and attractive inside with a real tree that’s lit up and little lights. Music was interesting and I liked the vibe. Half of the beers were out of stock. But the food was good. Yummy meatball appetizer and tasty pizzas. 👍“

4.4 Superb66 Reviews
SOMISOMI Dessert • $
134 S B St, San Mateo

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Upside Down Ahboong Taiyaki with Ube Filling and Mango Ube Swirl
Taiyaki with Custard Filling
Oreo & Ube Soft Serve
Black Sesame

“Amazing! I will definitely be going back again soon“

4.1 Good113 Reviews
Pink Pink Tea Shoppe Bubble Tea • $
60 31st Avenue, 285 Hillsdale Mall, San Mateo

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Hokkaido Milk Soft Serve
Hokkaido Milk Ice Cream
Milk Coconut Pudding
T J1 Matcha Tornado
Peach Ice Cream
Oreo Tornado
Juice

“Raises the Tea bar considerably!“

4.1 Good90 Reviews
Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream Shop • $
133 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo

“I like the bubble gum ice cream 🍦“

3.3 Good66 Reviews
Cold Stone Creamery Ice Cream Shop • $$
375 2nd Ave, San Mateo

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Chocolate Ice Cream

“Coldstone @375 2nd Ave, San Mateo, CA

This is the nearest branch to South City after the Junipero and San Bruno locations closed. There is ample parking available, and parking is free after 6:00 PM.
The restaurant is clean and well-maintained. Although the dining area is a bit small, it did not feel crowded when I visited shortly after noon. The facilities were clean, the serving sizes were good, and the prices were reasonable. There is also a code required to access the restroom.“

3.2 Average67 Reviews
Shake Shack Hillsdale Hamburger • $
33 Hillsdale Shopping Center, San Mateo

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Golden State Double Cheeseburger
Bourbon Bacon Cheddar Burger
Double Shake Shack Burger
Fried Portobello Mushroom
Shroom Burger and Fries
Bacon Cheese Fries
Crinkle Cut Fries
Grilled Cheese
Chicken Bites
Veggie Burger

“IMO better than other fast food burgers 🍔“

3 Average235 Reviews

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