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Mike Peterson
Where to Get the Best Ice Cream in San Diego
2021-06-19
With coastal breezes and year-round sunny weather, it's almost always a good time to get some ice cream in San Diego.
You have a slew of different ice cream shops and parlors to choose from, as well. Here are just a few of the many spots to get a scoop (or two) of ice cream throughout San Diego.
With three locations across San Diego, Tocumbo Ice Cream serves up old-fashioned, Michoacan-style ice cream that's sweet, creamy, and satisfying. You'll also find paletas, juice, sundaes, raspados, and other sweet treats.
9. Niederfrank's Ice Cream
Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday
This old-school ice cream shop features unexpected flavors made using time-tested techniques. A local favorite in National City, Niederfrank's features scoops you may not be able to find elsewhere -- like avocado, Kahlua Krunch, and macadamia nut toffee.
8. Lighthouse Ice Cream San Diego
Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday
This family-owned business in Ocean Beach has been serving up delectable favorites for years, including their famous hot waffle ice cream sandwich. But that's not all: you'll also find a selection of sorbets, sundaes, malts, and cones available here, all served with a beachfront view.
This hip spot on Convoy Street features creative cold desserts like Thai-styled rolled ice cream and bingsoo, which is a Korean shaved ice treat with toppings like condensed milk and red beans. There's also coffee, mochi donuts, and soft serve available.
6. Afters Ice Cream
Hours: 1 p.m. to 12 a.m. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. Monday-Thursday
This handcrafted ice cream shop features a selection of flavors like Milk and Cereal and Jasmine Milk Tea. There's also the "Milky Bun," an invention of Afters, that's basically a warm glazed bun stuffed with any of the sho's ice cream flavors. It's a must-try.
5. JoJo's Creamery
Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m Sunday-Thursday
Address: 937 S Coast Hwy 101 Suite 106, Encinitas, CA, 92024
A locally owned artisanal ice cream parlor in Encinitas, JoJo's creamery makes everything on the menu from scratch. That includes the caramel toppings and the cookie dough. There are more than 14 flavors that are all made with organic and local ingredients, and non-dairy options, too.
If you're in the mood for unique ice cream, Somi Somi serves up creamy soft-serve in fish-shaped waffle cones known as "ah-boong" in Korea. You can choose from different cone fillings, like Nutella, and top off your cone with flavors such as ube or milk tea.
3. Mariposa Ice Cream
Hours: 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday, closed Monday and Tuesday
Located in Normal Heights, Mariposa Ice Cream has offered a variety of ice cream, sherbet and sorbet for 21 years. This isn't a trendy or gimmicky shop; it just serves up exceptionally delicious ice cream. You'll also find unique flavors like Mexican Chocolate, which is a local favorite.
This Portland-founded ice cream chain features various unique flavor options, including store-specific offerings made that highlight local ingredients. There are two locations: one in Little Italy and another in Del Mar Heights.
1. Hammond's Gourmet Ice Cream
Hours: 12 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday
This local shop has multiple locations throughout San Diego, scooping up a variety of flavors inspired by Hawaii -- such as Kona Coffee Chocolate Chip and Macadamia Nut. It's also known for its "ice cream flights," which let you try several different flavors in mini-cones.
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