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Holy Paleta

4.4 (405 reviews)
Closed • 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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Virginia L.

I keep it simple here and usually just get the fruit paleta (popsicle), The cucumber is really refreshing and the coconut is also a go-to. Some people go crazy with the toppings and everything! Either way, it's delicious

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Christopher C.

Holy Moly how did I not know there was a Holy Paleta location in Bonita. We always go to the one in Little Italy which is quite far. I was driving in Bonita and saw the sign and was floored. Came back tonight for a popsicle. Will be coming back often. The young lady behind the counter was very patient with us as we couldn't make up our minds. I always love to get the peanut butter cup. There are a few chairs outside to sit.

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Madeline B.

I visited the store recently and had a very positive experience. The paleta was prepared as I requested. Elisabeth did a great job serving us and chatting with us as we asked a few questions. Highly recommend her. It makes a difference to get great service.

Nieve de limón
Tita L.

I ordered a nieve de limón and taste is delicious but the serving size was ridiculous.

Strawberry Cheesecake
Vanessa F.

If you're looking for some delicious gourmet paletas and ice cream, this is your place! They have a great range of flavors, both sweet and refreshing. Adding toppings to a classic paleta is interesting and the strawberry paleta with the milk chocolate was an amazing combo. These are a bit on the pricier side as you pay around $5 for the paleta and it's extra for toppings but the service is great and I would come back to support a local business.

Watermelon Tajin Chamoy
Shirley Q.

Pricey once you add toppings. Two popsicles with toppings came out to ~17.00 You pick a flavor and they ask you if you want toppings. No crowds at 8pm. There's no where to sit inside, but there are three chairs outside with a view of the parking lot and intersection if you want to eat it here. I would skip the toppings next time. The popsicles are pretty delicious as is. Pistachio 1.00 Chamoy .50 Tajin .50 Chocolate 1.25 Coconut flakes 1.00

Spicy Dole Whip and fresa paleta with sweetened condensed milk and buttered marias
Melissa V.

Update: I still enjoy going to this location. I got a photo on our most recent visit last week. My husband loves the spicy dole whip which he gets every time we go. Service is always friendly and quick!

Justine A.

Hidden Gem in Bonita! I lived in San Diego in 2020- military brought us here and I yelped a bunch of places, this one being on my list but never wanting to go because I thought it was only in the city area. Military moves us back to SD and find this Bonita location, which I'm so happy! In my opinion the hype is real. The flavors are spot on for the flavors we've tried: pistachio , Mexican hot chocolate, mazapan ice cream, tre leches.. I will say the Dubai chocolate bar ice cream is looks wise hype but the flavor doesn't remind me of the chocolate bar. It's really heavy and the crunchies inside get chewy and soft. They should just add the crunchies on top and drizzle the pistachio cream that would really make it good! It's a small shop, some chairs outside . But a great after dinner treat! Or even after school! Would come back again, employees are nice as well!

Ruby V.

The arroz con leche flavor was 10/10. Best Paleta I have had in years. Recommended by the person working, she was great. Super quick. We will be back tomorrow!

Pistachio drizzled in milk chocolate and mix nuts.
Mara A.

We love indulging in the super yummy Paletas! My daughter loves the yummy topping and my son can't get enough of the mazapán paleta.

Erika P.

Not your basic paleta. So If you basic keep your basic self at home cause these paletas are absolutely over the top deliciousness! I ask myself why?! Why did I wait so long come here? Don't be like me and just try this place already! Had the choco banana today and it was like having chocolate abuelita with banana in it. I added a small drizzle of condensed Milk to it with nuts. Trust me get the toppings! They definitely do not skimp on the toppings and pour them on there as much as you like! Love that this place is right next to one of my favorite taco spots, Taco Machin. You can come to Holy Paleta right after tacos. Are you kidding me? Go, and you can thank me laters!

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Eddie C.

No line tonight so walked right in. There are times I see 5-6 outside waiting. Wife wanted their pallets so off we went. She had Horchata popsicle dipped in chocolate. It was very good. I had the cucumber and pineapple popsicle with tajin and chamoy. It was refreshing and would be so more on a hot afternoon. Could have done without the tajin. Will definitely return to try paletas with milk and dipped in chocolate.

La Original Concha
Stephanie D.

I am so grateful for trying this place after having tacos with our friends. This place was so good and the perfect dessert after Taco Tuesday! My husband and I got a key lime paleta drizzled with dark chocolate and a concha ice cream sandwich. The concha ice cream sandwich was *chef's kiss* we've never had anything like it- the bread was warm which paired very well with the ice cream and other flavorings that were in it. We came on a Tuesday, so the service was fast. Props to the girl behind the counter; there was a party of 4 ahead of us and there was 6 of us as well. She was very fast not only making our paletas and concha ice cream sandwich, but our friend also ordered a Mexican chocolate float as well. It honestly looked like she was the only one behind the counter and I'm very impressed by her efficiency and fast service to all of us! This place is right next to us Taco Machin and it's a pretty small place. If I were to do an event, I would definitely hire Holy Paleta at an event for a birthday, wedding, bridal shower, etc. Eating at Holy Paleta was a perfect way to conclude the night with friends!

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The ice cream was delicious. I love the variety of toppings too. Definitely plan to going back.

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She was good I liked her a lot, needs extra flavors but that's about it and also more chocolate options?

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So Good! recommend if you're craving a different sweet treat! I ordered the Fresas con cremas with amores and what amazing. Will come back

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Not really. But there is a curb you can sit on ousside in the heat and sun while your $8 paleta melts in your hands

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A local favorite that always busy when it gets hot. Me and the family decided to have some dessert…read morebefore dinner. There was a line, but it moved quickly. My son showed me flavors online and I was disappointed to see that the pumpkin flavor was not available yet. I was looking forward to trying Pumpkin Pecan!!! Instead, I chose one of my favorites, Butter Pecan and a new flavor for me, Salty Caramel Truffle. I like them both but my heart really belongs to Butter Pecan!!! Since I got the sampler, the bf got two flavors which were Spouse Like a House and Not your Average Dough. The Not your Average Dough was too sweet and we only got half a scoop. The Spouse Like A House had whole malt balls with Reese's peanut butter and pretzels. Staff were fast and friendly but you do have to ask for napkins. I don't know why they don't just give you napkins when they hand you the ice cream. Despite there being quite a few people, there was enough seating for everyone. Not sure how often they rotate the flavors but I'll definitely come back again to try on of the pumpkin ice creams.

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this is my go to spot for an ice cream:) the place itself is clean, the flavors are endless, and…read moreevery single one ive ordered I can say id get again. if youre indecisive about what to get, I recommend trying the 4 scoop sampler, thats my go to :) that way you can spend less time thinking more time trying the ones youre curious about ! my must tries, in my opinion! buckeye (Peanut butter ice cream with fudge ripple and buckeye candy pieces) banana cream pie (Banana ice cream using fresh bananas with marshmallow ripple and sugar cookie gems) soo sweet, and taste like true banana monkey business (Banana cake batter ice cream using fresh bananas with caramel ripple and brownie pieces) best of both worlds with cake flavor coconut cream pie ( Coconut ice cream with marshmallow ripple, coconut flakes and sugar cookie gems) and their highly recommended flavor graham central station (Graham ice cream with graham cracker ripple and chocolate-covered crunchies) one of my favorites actually when I want something indulgent these are my picks that I not only really liked, that I also feel you can't get no where else. they're very creamy n sweet, and always have different textures and flavor profiles for everyone.. as we can see I love me a chocolate infusion :) however I do love me a good classic, handel's style Black cherry (Black cherry ice cream with whole black cherries) butter pecan (Butter pecan ice cream with whole roasted, buttered and salted pecans) and praline pecan (Vanilla ice cream with candied pecans and butterscotch ripple) what else should I try ? I also wanted to note, if youre ordering thru DoorDash for example, they have a wide range of options, but Its also selective...walking in you will see more flavors available!

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