Empire King

Oh my goodness I have just found the most delicious place in Lancaster!!! I LOVE frozen custard and…read moreit is around 100 degrees F right now here so I decided to stop by and get a cooling treat! The shop is located a little way down the Blvd and looks so pretty amd welcoming from the outside! On entry I was greeted by friendly staff and I was told we are allowed two samples of Italian ice and two samples of the custard. Everything I tasted was too delicious I wanted it all. In the end I went with a scoop of strawberry shortcake and a scoop of cookies and cream. So perfectly smooth and custardy, and the flavors are phenomenal but the strawberry shortcake takes the cake, it's so delicious. Next time I'm Going to have to ask if they sell it by the pint!!! It's dangerous that this place is located so close to my dentist because I might get into the habit of stopping by after every teeth cleaning hahaha!

My boyfriend and I love coming here on the weekends for a little treat! You absolutely have to get…read morethe banana pudding custard, it's the best thing I've ever had. It's also really cute inside and they have lots of seating available for you to enjoy your dessert. I absolutely love the candy wall, it really ties the whole place together. The employees here are always so kind and helpful. They actually enjoy what they do and it makes the treat taste that much better.

03/29/24

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For this 101 degree weather in Lancaster!

Manantial Frozen Treats

4.1(49 reviews)

3.0 mi

Such a good dessert spot! The customer service was super friendly, they took their time explaining…read moreall the different ice cream flavors and even gave us a recommendation, which we ended up trying (and loved). I got the strawberry cookies and cream and the regular cookies and cream, and both were so good.

Literally went an hour before closing time. Got there and looked at the menu for a few mins (no…read moregreetings, nothing) and as I said, "I want..." the cashier said, "we only have ice cream". Okay....ordered our ice cream and literally 29 mins later she came around and packed everything to go. Expecting us to leave. Mind you, we had our two kids and still wanted us out. I'm all for raza, but this business don't care. Never again!!!!

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Handel's Homemade Ice Cream

4.0(130 reviews)

8.0 mi

This place is amazing ice cream is off the charts so delicious and I might add try out the root…read morebeer floats. They are amazing.

I honestly don't see what the hype is about. We always see a big line whenever we pass by, so we…read morefinally decided to give this place a try. My husband had actually brought me some a while back and I remember thinking it was just okay, but we figured we'd give it another chance in case the first time was just a miss. This time I got the rocky road and unfortunately, it was probably one of the worst rocky roads I've had. I'm usually not even that picky with ice cream, but there were waaay too many peanuts. It felt like I was eating mostly peanuts with some ice cream mixed in lol. There were barely any marshmallows and the chocolate flavor wasn't as rich as I was expecting. My husband got the strawberry cheesecake. It was good for the first few bites, but after a while it became overly sweet for him. Overall, it was pretty mid for us, especially compared to other ice cream places we've tried. After giving it another chance, I still don't really get the hype or the long lines. You're better off going to Cold Stones.

Vanilla with Oreo

Hot Fudge Brownie Sundae. VERY DELICIOUS

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Manantial Frozen Treats

4.7(90 reviews)

9.7 mi

I got the Bear Coffee rolled ice cream and it was delicious. I love the variety we have the choose…read morefrom. Everyone was very nice and answered any questions I had. I would gladly return.

Place was delicious. Staff was super friendly. Will definitely be back when in town.read more

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Handel’s Homemade Ice cream - Palmdale

3.3(23 reviews)

8.0 mi

Long line but the wait wasn't too long. I got a hot fudge…read morebrownie Sunday and added banana. It was pretty good. No seating.

Very small portion. For 7$. This is supposed to be a medium. This location is pretty stingy. Santa…read moreClarita and oxnard is more generous. I think it was just the Gentleman at window 4 today. The other windows were giving appropriate portions.

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Handel’s Homemade Ice cream - Palmdale - Best Ice Cream in the AV!!! Must try spot with so many delicious options!! Handles Homemade Ice Cream Cones Sizes are amazing!!!

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Best Ice Cream in the AV!!! Must try spot with so many delicious options!! Handles Homemade Ice Cream Cones Sizes are amazing!!!

Sweet Spoon Creamery

4.8(26 reviews)

1.6 mi

I went to my granddaughter's High School graduation party at are sons and daughter law home…read moreyesterday and they had the sweet spoon. creamery tthere and it was awesome. They probably had hundred guests and lots of kids and it was the hit of the party

Absolutely amazing!! We did the 50 person catering for my daughter's 2nd bday party, and boy was it…read morea treat for everyone! The ice cream was amazing, delicious creamy, the dips were on par, and the topping and drizzle...chef kiss....especially the salted caramel drizzle! Even the frozen bananas and Carmel apples were a hit! Didn't get a lot of pictures, everyone was busy munching!! The server came on time for set up, super friendly and nice and helpful. VERY attentive to the hosts and birthday girl, and the set up was cute! We just opted for the standard setup, but it was still great! Also got 5 desserts at the end for to go as the hosts! If we have the chance to book again, absolutely will!! Before this, I had no idea something like this existed, and it's an amazing party favor in my opinion! No more gadgets and plastic toys/erasers in a bag, kiddos and adults can enjoy some delicious ice cream at the event!

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sweetFrog Premium Frozen Yogurt

4.3(237 reviews)

1.9 mi

I like to bring my family here. Great flavors, even have sugar free for me. The toppings are…read moreunbelievable, everything you can imagine. Sign up for rewards program and they keep track by your phone number. Prices go by weight. Plenty of seating inside and few tables in front of the business. Place is clean including the restrooms. Always look forward to returning.

For all you seeking some relief from this 100+heat, I highly recommend Sweet Frog. Wide assortment…read moreof froyo flavors and toppings such as fresh fruit, sprinkles, chocolate chips and even gummy sharks! Let your creativity shine in decorating your cup. Flavor : frozen yogurt was refreshing and not overly sweet like Cold Stone (sorry I'm not a fan). Even had dairy free and sorbet options. Cleanliness: while serving stations were clean, my only complain is tables are in need of repairs, as they were tipsy and kept shaking. Floors were a bit grimy and sticky. But overall, friendly staff and topping bar was clean. Also have I mentioned they sell churros and funnel cakes?

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La Michoacana Super

4.1(36 reviews)

3.6 mi

The best place to get agua fresca. My favorite agua here is the pepino limón con chía. It is a…read moresuper refreshing drink and for the price you can't beat it. They also carry different types of ice creams but my favorite will have to be the elote ice cream. Simply the best, the señoras here are so kind and the inside is cute. I can't wait to come back

Tastes amazing! Great service the young lady with the glasses was super nice! She hooked us UP!!read more

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AV Ice Cream

4.7(15 reviews)

1.5 mi

This is a great place to go and see it took back to my childhood it's like walking through a giant…read moreice cream truck and a birthday party all tied together, awesome experience with great customer service. You can buy ice cream by the bulk or individually.

This place is AMAZING! They have so many fun and delicious treats, candy, and ice cream! They have…read moreso many choices and everyone is so friendly and helpful. They have everything you need for a party! A huge selection of piñatas too! It's so much fun to just wander around and look at all of the treats! I will be back again and again!

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Baskin-Robbins

3.5(35 reviews)

2.3 mi

Really unfortunate that I have to leave a bad review. We bought an ice cream cake for my daughters…read more3rd birthday, and we found not one but three hairs inside our cake. I called immediately to get a refund and was told I was able to get it but needed to wait for the manager Cathy. I called when the manager Cathy was there, she told me they don't give refunds, all that she can do was give us a different cake but had to take the cake (with hairs) back to the store. The cake was tossed as soon as we found the hairs. Haven't gotten a call back. It was really embarrassing that my guest found hairs, and that the birthday girl had to throw away her slice. I'm not the type to complain or leave bad reviews ever, but this is just unacceptable. Baskin Robbin's do better!

On July 25,2026, this location told us they stop serving shakes at 9pm. Just wanted to give you all…read morea heads up, in case you get a milkshake craving at 9pm and head over there, only to be turned away.

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2 Black 2.

2 years ago

Poor service. Food quality is served on an appearance/ status level. Rude cashiers who doesn't respect their own management. I was intentionally given 4 broken chicken pieces for $15 dollars. When I tried to return them cashier acted as if I was overreacting. I will never return to this business. Cashiers was acting like she use to portraying Black Americans as a stereotype with her passive aggressive intentions. Then when confronted she became hostile and would not even take direct orders from management. I would never spend a dime at this or any other restaurant affiliated with this franchise. People always think they can disrespect Black Americans and when we stand up for ourselves they scream they are going to call the police like we should be afraid and change our attitude. F these racist people and their business. Police only scare people who are criminals. I'm not . read more

Michael A.

3 months ago

For nearly four years, this incredible restaurant has been my absolute favorite spot, and it never fails to amaze me. The food is always pure perfection--their burgers are legendary and incredibly juicy, the pastrami is remarkably tender and bursting with smoky flavor, and the milkshakes are beautifully thick, rich, and creamy. Beyond the phenomenal food, what truly keeps me coming back is the unmatched hospitality. The staff members are always welcoming, attentive, and genuinely kind, making every visit feel special. A huge shoutout goes to the outstanding manager, whose exceptional leadership and dedication to excellence ensure a flawless experience every single time. It's a true five-star gem that deserves all the praise!" read more

Haziel C.

2 years ago

Disgusting! Food is gross, people don't wash their hands! The employees are weird and gross, some of the employees are weirdos to there co-workers! Which is unacceptable since I'm a Christian (Praise the Lord) And I am a mom of 3 This is NOT OKAY! there was White sitcky stuff on the bathroom door and toilet! They were playing INAPPROPRIATE MUSIC! CUSS WORDS AND INAPPROPRIATE GANG MUSIC, and was promised and family friendly entertainment! read more

Make M.

3 months ago

This spot is the ultimate one-stop shop for all your cravings. Their juicy, perfectly seared burgers and smoky, tender pastrami are absolute knockouts on the savory side. But the real showstoppers are the desserts: the milkshakes are incredibly thick and creamy, and the candy-mix ice cream perfectly blends rich soft-serve with a brilliant, nostalgic crunch of your favorite treats. It is fast, delicious, and highly recommended! read more

Nermeen A.

106

1 month ago

I really enjoyed the chocolate ice cream cone with the chocolate dip! It was so yummy and definitely satisfied my chocolate craving. The chocolate dip was the perfect touch. Such a fun and delicious treat--I'll definitely be back for another one! read more

Kenny R.

2 years ago

If you compare with other fast-food joints this is a better overall value. Burgers and sandwiches are never squished and they look like burgers in the commercials! Their patty melt is incredible too. read more

Brad S.

1 year ago

ok food for money.. Ice cream not bad. Cold as it should. Bit watery and oilly from processed chems. but able to eat. Next time just go to store and get the good stuff imao.. read more

Mohammed l.

2 years ago

The best burger and shakes Nice service and I like it chilli cheese fries Nice atmosphere suitable for family and children read more

Crystal R.

3 years ago

Take forever. Idk hopefully it's only night time crew. I won't b goin back there again

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