I just discovered this place, and I'm a fan. I assumed it was a chain, the aesthetics are very polished, but apparently it's a one-off with aspirations for local expansion. And the ice cream is apparently made on site. I'm dairy-intolerant (sadly), and they had two non-dairy flavors when I visited, vanilla and cherry-something. I had both. Apparently they use oat milk and a pea protein for their non-dairy ice cream. Whatever they're doing, it works. The texture was exceptionally creamy, more industrial than artisanal, but that's not a bad thing, in many respects it's a very good thing. The flavors were also excellent, and again, to my palate a bit less artisanal. In other words, the ice cream reminded me more of exceptionally good commercial ice cream than of local spot Revival, where both the flavors and textures make it more obvious the stuff was made in small batches in the back. And to be clear, this isn't necessarily a negative for Colette's, and in important respects it's actually a positive. As the Terminator famously said, I'll be back. read more

This might, might, be the best ice cream I've ever had. So far, I've tried four different flavors and sampled half a dozen others and I would've been just as happy eating those instead of the four I eventually got. From what I can tell, they use full fat buttery whole milk to make their ice cream and you can really tell in the flavor. read more

Perfect addition to the sweet town of Pacific Grove. The staff is friendly, cute set up and great ice cream. There is a smaller variety of flavors, but 100% everyone in my group found something they loved. Sit at the side bar or there are tables and chairs outside or if you're up for the challenge the red tile seating area is so fun. Oh and make sure to get a stamp card!! read more

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Ice cream + a family friendly stop always makes for a good time but even better when the service is so hospitable! The stunning floor to ceiling red tile seating was so beautiful. The look and feel of the ice cream spot is pure downtown magic. read more

Colette’s Ice Cream - Chocolate Brownie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

On Sunday around lunchtime, I was really impressed with the chocolate peanut butter (5/5 stars) but regret ordering the chocolate cherry ice cream (1/5 stars). It's my favorite flavor combo, but every bite had ice crystals, so either something was up with their production of this batch or their freezer/storage set up. I'm not in the area often so I'm disappointed because I'm hesitant to recommend their ice cream, which is a bummer because the other scoop was really phenomenal, but I don't know if a food safety issue or genuine mistake ruined the chocolate cherry ice cream for me. read more

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Do yourself a favor and get the coffee almond fudge ice cream in a waffle cone. It's fantastic. Service was fast too.

While in Carmel, I asked my waiter at my lunch spot for recommendations as I made my way back to Monterey. He mentioned this ice cream shop so you know I had to try this. After a short drive, I relied on my car GPS which led me to a deli about a block away. I wandered a bit before finding this small shop that faced the movie house across the street. After looking at the flavor selection, I decided to get a single in a cup with two flavors, cherries + chocolate and peaches + cream (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=KYj0wUms72B-BX3YWBZvhA); being overcast, it was on the cool side to have ice cream but it hit the spot after my post lunch hike back up the hill from the beach in Carmel. I liked both flavors as my palate leans towards fruity ones. I liked the cherry one slightly more as the chocolate gave it a bit of a bittersweet note as a change of pace. I was the only customer when I walked in but a few parents with children flowed in as I waited for my ice cream. Thank you, Jacey, for answering my questions and giving me a sweet note ending to the afternoon. There are hand packed containers in the refrigerators (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=240&select=XyAgBfjDLg_bDxzyyrRnkQ) to the side as well as souvenirs (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=240&select=BEeVu-YshGDwbdS8rr4AKw). read more

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Wow! On our way down to Carmel, I wanted to stop at this ice cream shop because of its reviews. So glad we did! I tried 2 flavors and told the employee "I'm sorry, but I might try 2 more." After I requested the biscoff ice cream, I laughed and said "never mind. I'm sold." They have the best biscoff ice cream that's to die for. Inside is an interesting seating arrangement so don't expect a place with tables and chairs. Staff was so nice, parking is easy (street parking). I wish they had other locations! Would love to come back and try other flavors. read more

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Great ice cream, love the variety of flavors. The staff is wonderful! Every time I've been in there they've been lovely. One of the guys who works there is like super nice and cute. The red seating to the right of the entrance is EVERYTHING great design & great quality ice cream read more

Colette’s Ice Cream - The red tile seating area. Giving Valentino's winter collection runway - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

Great ice cream and great service! First time here and the service was pleasing. Good variety of ice cream to pick from and you can ask for samples if you're unsure what to get. Decided to get the Cookie Monster flavor and it did not disappoint, would recommend! Good amount of seating and a lot of public parking read more

Colette’s Ice Cream - Cookie Monster - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

My name is Colette...need I say more?!? I walked out of a brewery across the street from here and stopped dead in my tracks. Immediately ran across the street and found the cutest red and white ice cream shop! The ice cream was SO good! SO creamy and the staff was so nice! I did buy a t shirt and a sticker! This will definitely be a regular spot during every visit! read more

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This evening was our first visit to Colette's Ice Cream. It was delicious! My husband and I both got double scoops in a cup. He had Rocky Road and Cookie Monster. I had Salted Caramel and Over the Rainbow. All of the flavors were creamy and rich in flavor. Much better than Tillamook ice cream served a a nearby competitor. The location is stylish and immaculate. The service was efficient and friendly. I would have posted a few pics, but the ice cream was soooo good, I forgot to take photos of it before eating it!! We will definitely return to Colette's next time we are in Pacific Grove. read more

Young girl working wasn't giving attention to the line. I had been in line waiting and she starts helping the people behind me. Im not sure if she didnt notice me or prob thought i had approached to just look at the different flavors but I was standing in line for a while. The people behind me that started coming pushed me all the way to the back if the line because she started helping them (the line that formed behind me) and they prob thought i wasnt in line the entire time (it was so weird how all this occurred) When it came time for my turn, she acted like she didnt even like her job! No smile, no greetinf, just "hurry up with your order" -- kind of attitude. Girl, you are ruining a business! All you Gen Z's with no customer service skills need to get out and learn some! Im sticking to REVIVAL!! 10000% better read more

Coconut ice cream has real slivers of coconut in it. Yum. Perfect dessert spot after dinner. read more

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I stopped by this ice cream shop about ten to fifteen minutes before closing because we had just finished dinner at the Spotted Duck next door. I normally avoid going that close to closing, so I felt a little guilty walking in, but the staff could not have been kinder. A young man helped us and was super friendly and conversational while scooping our ice cream. No attitude, no rush, just really polite service even though it was the very end of the night. After we paid, we went to sit outside in the little patio area in front of the shop. Since it was so close to closing, the outdoor lights had already been turned off, so it was pretty dark. The same staff member actually went back and turned on the lights for us so we could sit and enjoy the ice cream instead of eating in the dark. He definitely did not have to do that and I really appreciated the thoughtfulness. While we were outside, another couple came in even closer to closing time and they still served them without any issue. For how late it was, the staff handled everything with so much patience. It made the whole experience feel really welcoming. My boyfriend was the one who actually had the ice cream and he liked it. I asked about non dairy options and they do have two sorbets even though they are not on display. Good thing to know if you need something dairy free or vegan. The scoops are big and the ice cream is good, just keep in mind that you are in Pacific Grove so you are paying Pacific Grove prices. Overall, very kind staff, generous portions, and a great little spot to end the night. read more

I came here during a visit to the Monterey Bay Area after I had dinner nearby. I had the butter pecan scoop and it was delicious. Staff was friendly and there wasn't a really long line. I liked it so much I went back a few days later and a lot of the flavors had changed which I liked. I recommend visiting Colette's for a good scoop. Go back and try a different flavor if you've been before. read more

Colette’s Ice Cream - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

I was driving by & decided to stop in, i tried a scoop of coconut & Peanut butter, it was very rich & creamy, people were enjoying their sweet treats & its cute on the inside, they also have a little section for apparel to purchase, the 2 employees were very nice & welcoming read more

Colette's Ice Cream is exactly the kind of neighborhood spot you hope to find but rarely do. The shop has a very welcoming staff. They've got a balance between classic favorites and creative recipes rotated in every time we go. You can tell there's real thought and quality behind what they're serving. The kids like the odd pyramid they climb on and sit while they eat their ice cream cones. read more

Colette’s Ice Cream - Cherrys and chocolate ice cream. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

My daughter really enjoyed the ice cream--she ordered the Cookie Monster flavor and loved it! The staff were friendly, and the place was clean and welcoming. read more

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Such good ice cream! PG has been needing a great new business like this. So glad to see them thriving!

My grandsons loved their ice cream, a lot of flavors to choose from nice, clean place with friendly service

This is in downtown Pac Grove and is delightful. The coffee almond fudge and service were wonderful. read more

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Blown away. Some of the best ice cream I've ever had. Loved it and will be back. Thanks!

We visit Pacific Grove often. I was excited to see a new ice cream place! I just had a split scoop, pistachio and coffee with almonds and fudge. Had quick service and the ice cream was very fresh. The almonds were so nice and crunchy. Not stale like some nuts can get in ice cream. We had to come back the next day for my husband to get a scoop. He had a split scoop of brownie fudge and cherry chocolate. He loved them both. He also had some brewed coffee last night. Which was nice as most ice cream places don't have coffee. I loved the feel and look of the shop and they had some great swag for sale too! read more

Colette’s Ice Cream - Pistachio and coffee with almonds and fudge. Split scoop which was perfect! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

Good variety of flavors . Tried strawberry, Cookie Monster, Chocolate brownie and cookies and cream. Chocolate brownie was my favorite. Not a strong flavor but hit the spot. They close at 9 but stayed open for everyone coming in which was nice. Friendly service. Would recommend. Che k out image for prices. read more

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Travis and Jude are true assets to this great ice cream lab! They served up mint chocolate chip and cereal milk ice creams that were sooooo good. They were charming and courteous, which only enhanced our dessert experience. Good on you Colette's Ice Cream for such delicious, unique ice cream, as well as hiring great employees. And no, I've never met your workers before. read more

Some very happy locals here in the Monterey Bay with an ice cream shop in Pacific Grove. It's on the Main Street near lots of other shops. We tried the coffee almond fudge, Cookie Monster and mint chip. All made in house by the owners. Check out their website for updated hours of operation, flavors, et read more

Colette’s Ice Cream - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

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Love the variety of flavors they serve and that they change them frequently Especially the salted caramel and the pistachio flavors read more

Wow! This place has the BEST ice cream and the service was great. Definitely a must try for locals and visitors to Pacific Grove.

Fabulous local ice cream place. The ice cream is fresh and some of the best I've ever tasted. Always great to see a small company come into Pacific Grove. Support them. You will not be disappointed. read more

Colette's is exactly what downtown PG (and honestly all of Monterey) needed The ice cream here is so good. They rotate flavors often so you never really know what you're walking into, but that's part of the fun. My go-to's are pistachio, rocky road, and cereal milk. It definitely gets busy, even on weekdays. Tonight there was just one girl-- one of the daughters I believe, up front running the show-- but I assume the parent(s) were probably in the back whipping up ice cream or cleaning up-- it was 7:30pm, about 30 minutes before closing, after all. The shop itself is cute but not really a "hang out" spot. PSA: once you get your scoops, don't block the line or merch area. Tonight a group of four parked themselves right at the "line starts here" sign, and no one could get by. There's a whole red-tiled section inside and plenty of space outside to enjoy your ice cream without clogging things up. Bottom line--Colette's is a gem and it's my fave place to come to. read more

Best ice cream i've ever had! super clean and friendly staff. I got the caramel and it tasted exactly like caramel!

What a cool place to grab a scoop or two! The teens working were so kind and happy to be there. Very welcoming, engaged with customers in conversation with a big smile. You can tell the owners care about the quality of service! The ice cream was yummy, price reflects the area and the fact that the product is made with high quality ingredients. I will HAPPILY pay for ice cream without the unnecessary additives/yucky ingredients. They have coffee and pastries from local businesses, which is amazing! Love the sense of community. The vibe is clean and classic. The new area for sitting is so fun for kids. My family has made this our go to ice cream shop for a Sunday treat! Love this place. read more

Colette’s Ice Cream - Entrance to Colette's! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

This is some of the best ice cream I've ever had and it was served by very nice people! My husband and I had coffee, salted caramel, Cookie Monster, and biscoff and all of them were extra creamy and flavorful. I love that they offer a split single scoop because I always want a mix of flavors but I don't always want two full scoops. read more

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Love this new and minimalistic vibe ice cream store in Pacific Grove. We stopped by there and tried their pistachio ice cream and it tastes so good that it has a nutty taste and clean pistachio flavor that shows their great quality ice cream (without the salty after taste from Haagen-Dazs's). I also like their drip coffee as well. Good and friendly service. Btw, they also sell their merch as well. read more

Colette’s Ice Cream - Pistachio ice cream - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

I love this new ice cream spot! The owner who we were fortunate enough to meet one of the owners on our first visit was so warm, kind, and genuinely helpful along with the rest of the staff... It's one of the biggest reasons I keep coming back again and again. Also, no long line or wait times. I'm obsessed with the fact that they offer pastries alongside the ice cream. It's such a fun touch and makes it easy to find something for everyone. So far, I've tried the cereal milk, cookie monster, and Biscoff flavors. The Biscoff is definitely my top pick--super delicious, just a bit on the sweeter side. The cookie monster wasn't my favorite, mostly because the mix-ins had a unique flavor that didn't quite click for me. My family can't stop raving about the pistachio and strawberry flavors to this day. read more

I love ice cream and this is the place. The taste was fresh and nice for a hot summer day. I had the Cookie Monster and coffee almond fudge. The Cookie Monster was my favorite. Would come back 10/10 read more

This is a fabulous spot for ice cream. Been here twice already! Friendly and welcoming. The quality of the ice cream outstanding. The coffee almond fudge so good. Whole almonds and the coffee flavor delish. The mint chip was on point too. If you love good quality ice cream made with fresh ingredients this is a place you need to check out!! read more

Colette’s Ice Cream - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

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Stopped in here from Sacramento because I heard about this place. Hand made ice cream made daily in their ice cream lab. Lots of fresh ingredients that did not disappoint. This is a new place in Pacific Grove featuring fantastic ice cream, espresso and pastries. The ambience and vibe is inviting in bright red and white making you feel like the ice cream shops in the 50's. They won't have their grand opening for 2 more weeks but I was honored to get a behind the scenes tour and tasting by local owners Roy and Nicole Ballesteros. I tried the minty chip, pistachio, coconut cream, and my two favorites salted caramel and peaches and cream. There are more I will try on next visit which I hope is soon. Make sure you put this on your list when you are visiting Monterey. Maybe during car week. read more

Colette’s Ice Cream - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

Meh! We were sad to see the Ice Cream Shoppe close. It was quirky and fun even if not always as fresh or friendly as one was anticipating. Collettes came up as its replacement. My daughter got the coffee almond and I sampled the peppermint. Blah. Grinch colored was promosing but bland. Nothing in the way of WOW. Full disclosure: Coming from Santa Cruz, we have Marriannes and Penny Ice Creamery so our standards are high but this was just disappointing. Nothing unusual, no variations such as lemon or even a sherbet. Just sweet and bland. My daughter liked hers and we got a cute picture in their display and the scoopers were polite, but we won't head back unless they up their game! I appreciate your response And challenge you to move out of the boundaries! Best of luck! read more