Best Ice Cream in Los Angeles (Parents Share the Scoop)

When it comes to toppings, Handel's generously gives ice cream lovers toppings by the fistfuls and boasts over 40 flavors of ice cream! If that's enough to satisfy your sweet tooth, they also offer sherbets, Ices, and lowfat yogurt. People love the ice cream parlor's Handel pops-ice cream covered pops in dark chocolate, served on a stick. If you're not sure what ice cream to try, but you know you want more than one flavor, the Handels 4-scoop sampler is a great choice.

Rolling Zone Creamy gives guests a glimpse into their rolled ice cream world by letting them see how their ice cream is mixed and prepared. Each delicious ice cream concoction comes with an organic base, fruit topping, and a wafer.

Gina I. said:  Kids love Diddy Riese's premium ice cream flavors like Cookie Dough, Peanut Butter Cup, and Strawberry Cheesecake Chunk, and parents love their prices! Best of all, you can make your own ice cream sandwich! Just choose any two of their fresh baked cookies, pick your ice cream flavor, and they'll combine them into an amazing sweet treat. Their menu features a variety of goodies, so there is something for everyone.

Erynn said:  Frozen yogurt is one of those treats that satisfies the whole family- everyone can choose their own toppings and make a creation that's both delicious and personalized. Yoga-urt offers soft serve that ticks off all the boxes: flavorful, organic, vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, and kosher.

Soft serve flavors rotate, but a few favorites include Green Tea Tranquility, Orange Dreamsicle, and Birthday Cake. Choose one (or more!), then add your toppings and enjoy!

Gina I. said:  Creamy and rich, Cauldron Ice Cream does cones like no other! In addition to incredible, kid-friendly flavors like Milk & Cereal, S'more and Sea Salted Caramel Crunch, they have their famous puff cones in everything from churro to red velvet. Be sure to ask for your ice cream 'rose' to wow the kids with a truly special treat.

Gina I. said:  Made with the finest organic, locally sourced ingredients, Sweet Rose Creamery is a favorite among kids and parents alike! In addition to hand-crafting their ice cream in small batches daily and making their own cones & toppings, they are 100% GMO free and kosher certified. Choose from a rotation of classic flavors like Cookies & Cream, Salted Carmel, and Fresh Mint. Best of all, each of their shops features a casual setting, colorful decor, and space to gather with friends, making Sweet Rose a great meet up spot for playdates.

Erynn said:  This cute and kitschy shop is great for families with food sensitivities since it's allergen-friendly- all flavors are gluten and dairy free, like Cookies n' Cream, Mint Chip, Blueberry Cheesecake, and more.

Make it a sundae, drop it on a cone, fill up a float, or order a custom ice cream cake to enjoy- now everyone can have creamy delicious ice cream with no allergy side effects!

Gina I. said:  Always a popular spot, MILK features a delicious assortment of ice cream, shakes, baked desserts, and more! Kids love the creative ice cream sandwiches, like the Fruity Pebble macaron! Parking can be a challenge and seating is limited, so this isn't the best spot to meet with friends, but you'll love picking up a treat to go!

Gina I. said:  Made in small-batch from handcrafted recipes, Mother Moo serves creamy delicious ice cream in a fun, family-friendly setting. Choose from one of their made-fresh flavors like Roasted Banana, Brown Sugar Oatmeal, Local Fig & Honey, Raspberry Swirl, and more. They also have great seasonal and dairy free options, as well as frozen bananas and other sweet treats. Kids love the waffle cones, and parents love the seating area, making Mother Moo a great meet up spot with friends.

Gina I. said:  Whether you're tired of the same flavors or your kids are true ice cream connoisseurs, you're sure to find your new favorite flavor at Rori's! Their flavors include a variety of sophisticated scoops like Black Pepper Pistachio, Lemon Curd, and Malted Milk English Toffee, as well as kid-friendly varieties like Brown Sugar Banana, Cinnamon Toast Cereal Crunch, Nutella, and Peanut Butter Chocolate Candy Swirl. They also have vegan & seasonal offerings and shakes, cakes, and other goodies.

Gina I. said:  With flavors that change monthly, you'll always find something new and delicious at Salt & Straw! They also have a great assortment of classic varieties like Almond Brittle with Salted Ganache and Coffee & Bourbon, and kid favorites that include Chocolate Gooey Brownie and Roasted Strawberry & Toasted White Chocolate.

Gina I. said:  Inspired by love of travel, Wanderlust Creamery offers a variety of unique, signature flavors like Sticky Rice & Mango (vegan), Honey Lavender, and Abuelita Malted Crunch, as well as seasonally inspired ice creams. Their ice creams are on display, making it easy for kids to peruse and pick their favorite!

Gina I. said:  Drill'd gets its name as the only local shop to make their ice cream with an aeronautic-grade steel drill. Choose your base; a cereal, candy or other mix in, topping & drizzle. Then watch as it all comes together. Kids love watching them make the ice cream almost as much as they love eating it! With a large menu of options to choose from, everyone in the family can make a unique creation!

Gina I. said:  With nearly a century in business, this old-fashioned soda fountain is like taking a step back in time. Order by the scoop or try a malt, shake, float, or sundae. Their menu features flavors like Brown Butter, Burgundy Cherry, Lemon Custard, Dutch Chocolate, and Green Tea. Fosselman's friendly atmosphere, spacious seating area, and classic feel make it a spot the whole family will enjoy.

McConnell's has been serving up delicious ice cream for over 60 years and is known for its creative takes on classic flavors with combinations such as chocolate orange blossom, sea salt cream & cookies, and avocado and chocolate fudge and more. This ice cream shop continues to offer new combinations, and releases seasonal and limited edition flavors, so there's always something new to try. Families love that even the smallest size option gives you two flavors to choose from.