20 Best Ice Cream Shops near Scotts Valley

The Penny Ice Creamery | Scotts Valley Ice Cream Shop • $
262 Mt Hermon Rd Suite 104, Scotts Valley

Customers` Favorites

Ice Cream Cone with Toasted Marshmallow
Ice Cream Sandwich
Mini Triple Scoop
Hand Packed Pint
House Made Cone
Basil Ice Cream
Single Scoop
Double Scoop
Mint Chip
Sorbet

“Dietary restrictions: They always serve two sorbets for those with dairy allergies. If your allergy is severe, you can request a fresh box and a fresh scoop.

Parking: Parking can be difficult because of the Starbucks next door.

Wheelchair accessibility: This place is wheelchair accessible.“

4 Good66 Reviews
Soul Sweets The Dessert House Cafe • $$
222 Mt Hermon Rd K, Scotts Valley

Customers` Favorites

Classic Egg Waffle
Jasmine Green Tea
Cheese Egg Waffle
Matcha Soft Serve
Custard Taiyaki
Sea Salt Cream
Taiyaki 3pcs
Mint Mojito
Custard

“Best boba tea in Santa Cruz county!“

4.5 Superb74 Reviews
Marianne's Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $
1020 Ocean St, Santa Cruz - 4.8 miles

Customers` Favorites

Ice Cream Sandwiches
Blueberry Cheesecake
Banana Almond Fudge
Lavender Ice Cream
Pineapple Coconut
German Chocolate
Coffee Ice Cream
Burgundy Cherry
Chocolate Chip
Lemon Custard

“They make the best ice cream in town, with over 100 flavors to choose from“

4.7 Superb188 Reviews
Marianne’s Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $
218 State Park Dr, Aptos - 7.75 miles

Customers` Favorites

Single Scoop of Ice Cream in Waffle Cone
Strawberry Cheesecake
Butter Pecan
Blackberry
Lavender
Double
Heaven
Mango
1020

“They make the best ice cream in town, with over 100 flavors to choose from“

4.8 Superb104 Reviews
The Penny Ice Creamery | Downtown Santa Cruz Ice Cream Shop • $
913 Cedar St, Santa Cruz - 5.32 miles

Customers` Favorites

Single Scoop with Toasted Marshmallow Fluff Topping
Pint - Tahitian Vanilla Bean
Gluten Free Cone Cone Only
Dark Chocolate Sorbet
Toasted Marshmallows
Raspberry Chocolate
Chocolate Ice Cream
Strawberry Pink
Toasted Almonds
Ice Cream Cone

“Total Score: 6.325


Cramped. Also didn’t like how there wasn’t as much diversity of flavors


Strawberry sorbet was sweet as I like it.

Wow: 0.25/1
The fluffy marshmallow was yummy.

Total Score = 3.5*AM + 6*FOOD + 0.5*WOW“

4.5 Superb155 Reviews
Polar Bear Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $
104 Stockton Ave, Capitola - 6.41 miles

Customers` Favorites

Mexican Chocolate Ice Cream in a Waffle Cone
Chocolate Chocolate Chip
Ginger Ice Cream Cone
Caramel Fudge Crunch
Mint Chip Ice Cream
Coffee Toffee Chip
Sugar Cake Waffle
Lavender & Honey
Hot Fudge Sundae
Burgundy Cherry

“After a day at Capitola Beach nothing better than Polar Bear Ice Cream to cool off“

4.5 Superb97 Reviews
La Placa Family Bakery Bakery • $
9280 Hwy 9, Ben Lomond - 4.78 miles

Customers` Favorites

Panini with Salame Ham Mozzarella Tomato Spanach Salad
Ricotta Pistachio Cake
Chocolate Cupcake
Profiteroles
Capitchino
Croissants
Bombolini
Tiramisu
Donuts
Sorbet

“If I was being executed tomorrow, I would ask for these thumbprint cookies as my last meal.“

4.9 Superb111 Reviews
Fosters Freeze Ice Cream Shop • $
110 Mountain St, Boulder Creek - 7.55 miles

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Cheese
Gardenburger
Banana Split
Onion Rings
French Fries
Strawberry
Hot Fudge
Hamburger
Burger
Float

“best fish and chips I've ever had since I had them in New Zealand. if you don't understand that, I mean they were the greatest in America. Thin crust nice and crispy. not greasy and thick crispy crinkle fries were so delicious.“

4.3 Superb70 Reviews
Top A Lot Yogurt Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
738 Water St, Santa Cruz - 4.85 miles

Customers` Favorites

Strawberry Strawberry Orange
Frozen Yogurt with Toppings
French Vanilla Yogurt
Temptation Crush
Smore Flavor
Euro Tart

“The staff here is always fantastic and I'm so grateful to have this place in the neighborhood. We only go every few months but each time we do it's a wonderful experience. I won't say it's the best quality fro-yo I've ever had, but it's tasty and extremely fairly priced.“

4.2 Good69 Reviews
The Penny Ice Creamery | Pleasure Point Ice Cream Shop • $
820 41st Ave, Santa Cruz - 6.6 miles

Customers` Favorites

Burnt Marshmallow Topping
Tahitian Vanilla Bean
Fresh Mint Chip
Affogato

“Great ice cream, handmade waffle cones on premises, smells great while you’re choosing your fav scoop. Located right next to Verve Coffee. A few tables to enjoy your ice cream. My only criticism (if it’s that) is I wish they had more nutty flavors.

Parking: Parking in the back & in the street.“

4.2 Good65 Reviews
Bruster's Real Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $
150 Rancho Del Mar, Aptos - 7.87 miles

Customers` Favorites

Peanut Butter Cup Sundae
Quart
Gelato
Pint

“They have always treated my son well and given very big scoops in his cup.

Local is less than ideal with how loud Soquel is and the transients that wander through the Rio Del Mar shopping center.

Dietary restrictions: They have oat milk ice cream

Parking: Plenty of parking in the center.

Kid-friendliness: Very. Kids under 40” get free scoops.“

4.2 Good62 Reviews
Cruz Creamery Ice Cream Shop • $
815 Ocean St, Santa Cruz - 4.92 miles

Customers` Favorites

Spaghetti Ice Cream
Frozen Yogurt
Banana Split
Strawberry
Hot Fudge
Sorbet

“They have 4 rotating VEGAN ice cream options! Today I tried the Thai tea vegan ice cream and it was soooooo good! I forgot to take a picture but knew immediately I had to leave a review. Bonus they have comfy couches for seating.

Vegetarian options: They have vegan options!!“

4.2 Good62 Reviews
Donnelly Chocolates Ice Cream • $$
1509 Mission St, Santa Cruz - 5.98 miles

Customers` Favorites

Almond Chocolate Caramel Ice Cream Bar
Chocolate Dipped Oreo Cookie
Salted Caramel Ice Cream Bar
Salted Carmel Bar

“Oh my, these are good chocolates. I say this as someone who's lived in Switzerland and Belgium and tasted some of the best. And in the summer his ice cream bars are simply the best I've ever had (and I don't much like ice cream). Definitely stop in and try this place.“

4.8 Superb72 Reviews
Mission Hill Coffee & Creamery Coffee Shops • $
1101 B Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz - 5.5 miles

Customers` Favorites

Brownie Fudge
Sorbet
Gelato

“We love sharing Mission Hill Creamery bread with family! Getting it weekly is the way to go. This weeks bread was baked with love! Thank you Dave and crew!“

4.1 Good48 Reviews
Ugly Mug CoffeeHouse Coffee Shops • $
4640 Soquel Dr, Soquel - 5.38 miles

Customers` Favorites

Cappuccino and Blueberry Scone
Leathermen of Pastries
Latte Yummyness
Croissant
Gelato
Quiche

“i love the vibe, coffee and employees. Had the Ray of F* Sunshine today but with cow milk. OMG sooooo great. ty“

4.7 Superb66 Reviews
Yogurtland Capitola Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
1955 41st Ave Suite A4, Capitola - 5.71 miles

Customers` Favorites

Frozen Yogurt

“Yogurtland is always a special treat whether for oneself or the whole family. This establishment has made a few changes for the better when it comes to safety and access. Now it is the employee's who add the toppings instead of self serve but in my opinion it is better to minimize the passing of germs. Great job Yogurtland for thinking of everyone and continuing to make delicious treats.“

4.2 Good24 Reviews
Pacific Cookie Company Ice Cream • $
1203 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz - 5.44 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Chip Cookie
Ice Cream Sandwich
Scoop on a Cookie
Assorted Cookies
Coconut Macaroon
Almond Cookie
Lemon Drop

“Pacific Cookie Company has been the spot since the 80s. You might see a line out the door at times, other times you can walk right up. They close at midnight muahaha! The cookies are unique and perfect. They pack them with care too, the service is always exceptional. If they break a cookie by mistake, they'll give you an extra. They bag your mint seperate so it doesn't taint the others. They're always friendly, too. Tip thise kids! Its clever how they have the tips in a big fishbowl full of water so no one can steal them lol.
In the summer they have one called Cherry Bomb, you want that. The chocolate dipped macaroons are crazy good and usually I dont care for macaroons. You can go online and get them delivered, too. I sent gifts to my family for the holidays.“

4.5 Superb113 Reviews
The Penny Ice Creamery - Aptos Village Ice Cream Shop • $
141 Aptos Vlg Wy Suite 2, Aptos - 8.04 miles

“Excellent ice cream with vegan options. Gluten free waffle cone too“

4 Good42 Reviews
Carousel Cones Ice Cream Shop •
400 Beach St, Santa Cruz - 6 miles

“Chocolate Dipped Sandae (7$)The "Chocolate Dipped Sandae" that has ice cream between two crackers is a good try. It costs 7.09$ and you can choose between "Almonds" or "Peanuts" in the Sandae. We chose Almonds and liked it.“

4.4 Superb7 Reviews
Dippin' Dots Ice Cream Shop • $$
400 Beach St, Santa Cruz - 6 miles
4 Good1 Reviews

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