Lappert's Ice Cream in Sausalito is a highly popular, family-owned shop famous for its "super-premium" ice cream featuring rich Hawaiian and tropical flavors. Located right on the bustling waterfront shopping district, it is a favorite stop for visitors strolling the boardwalk or resting after biking across the Golden Gate Bridge. They were nice and kind. Small shop and pretty good circulation read more

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fter taking the ferry to Sausalito, we were greeted by classic Bay Area weather--cold, windy, and definitely not what most people would consider ice cream weather. That didn't stop us. We made our way to Lappert's, and after the first few bites, we knew we'd made the right decision. Every flavor we tried was outstanding. Not a single one disappointed. The staff was incredibly patient and kind with our kids as they asked to sample what felt like half the menu before finally making their decisions. They never seemed rushed and made the experience fun for the whole family. Our son loved it so much that he went back for seconds, which might be the strongest review a kid can give. Our daughter and I both ended up with two scoops because choosing just one flavor felt impossible. There's something special about ice cream that's so good you're willing to stand outside in the cold, smiling between bites. Lappert's was one of the highlights of our day in Sausalito and a place we'll make sure to visit every time we're back. read more

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First off, Sausalito is awesome. Secondly, Lappert's is also awesome! The staff is so kind and helpful. The ice cream is amazing. The location is so relaxing. We'll certainly be back. read more

Service and ice cream options are a lot better than the options across the street. Best part was the service, very friendly and kind. 3 stars because 2 single scoop ice cream cones for $16 is criminal and I'm giving 3 stars so something can be done. But I understand it's an expensive area... read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

I got the chocolate peanut butter flavor, and the ice cream was decent. The peanut butter came in large chunks, which I wasn't expecting, and they tasted salty for my liking. The ordering process was also disorganized. Staff take your order first, but then you have to get in another line to pay, which creates multiple lines and slows things down. read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - Chocolate peanut butter - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

Unfortunately this location didn't have any vegan ice cream options aside from the sorbets (I'm dairy free!) so my mom had this vanilla ice cream! She got one scoop of the no sugar low fat vanilla ice cream with a waffle cone; she described it as creamy but not too heavy! The vanilla is not too sweet - which is huge coming from my Asian mom! The service was quick and the shop was so cute and cozy! There was a line but it moved quickly. read more

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Lappert's Ice Cream is a must visit in Sausalito! They have amazing and unique flavors, and the ice cream is super creamy. The staff were friendly, and the ambience is cute inside. A lot of people stop by Lappert's for a sweet treat while walking along the Sausalito boardwalk. Their scoops are pretty big too, great value and delicious! read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

UGHHH the cookie monster ice cream is just sooo pretty and delicious - I am craving it! Lappert's Ice Cream is a great ice cream spot around the area. Huge scoops. Delicious ice cream. A very nice way to eat it is by walking around the water - some peace, serenity, and the blue cookie monster. read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - cookie monster - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

We ordered the sea salt caramel flavor, and it was huge enough to share. The flavor was so good -- the slight saltiness balanced the rich sweetness of the caramel perfectly. We chose a chocolate almond waffle cone, which we both liked. The ice cream store was very popular, so it was crowded inside. I will definitely come back to try other flavors. read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

Love this ice cream shop! Hawaiian tropical vibes. Unique and tasty flavors. Great location. Service was fast. Lines can be long, so be patient. You will be rewarded with a delicious treat! read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - Date Casablanca, chocolate macadamia and cookie Monster - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

Another ice-cream spot just convenient. We went around 6pm on a saturday after dinner. No lines. read more

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I came here for ice cream one weekend afternoon. There was a line and a crowd when I stopped by. We are able to sample a variety of flavors and they have so many flavors available. They had a lot of ice cream flavors I have not had before, the ice cream was good. Got the guava sorbet which was fine, but the coconut pineapple and the nuku hiva were good. read more

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Ice cream with unique flavors and tropical region flavors. The single ice cream scoop is pretty large, with waffle cone, it is $7.55. Afternoon weekend has a short line. Need better organization, maybe an extension of waiting line rope since customers kept bumping into each other to grab the wooden spoons. Employees were trying to guide customers, but no one was listening and the store is quite loud. Ordered a Kauai pie which has coffee, macadamia nuts, coconut shreds. This flavor is not too swee, but does not stand out. The cone was crunchy, I believe they import cone from Italy. Overall, the store is nice. Interesting ice cream flavors, but it tastes like your standard ice cream. read more

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For how long the line was, ice cream didn't live up to the expectation. Wasn't incredibly creamy or flavourful as hoped and there were other ice cream spots along the boardwalk that were less busy. read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - Cookie dough ice cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

We came in on a summer weekday afternoon. This shop is pretty small with only a little seating indoors & a little seating outside. It was fairly busy. Don't plan on being able to stay to enjoy your ice cream. We saw a list of flavors up on the wall. Because the counter was crowded with big groups before us, we couldn't get a look at the ice cream prior to our turn. I snagged quick pics of some cases between getting blocked again. There wasn't a line order per se & a worker would just call for whoever was next. Customer service didn't feel friendly or welcoming at all. It felt rushed with an obvious impatient attitude to hurry & tell them what you want, no offer of a sample or to answer any questions. We just decided to go off the flavor list on the wall for some tasty sounding straightforward choices. We got scoops of Vanilla Bean, Kahlua Truffle, & Chocolate Peanut Butter. The ice cream was delicious, flavorful, rich, & creamy. We got good sized scoops that we really enjoyed. read more

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If you're in Sausalito, this classic ice cream shop is worth a visit. There was a long line when I walked past it, so I walked around for a bit before looping back...and the line was still long (so it must be popular for a reason)! I was able to sample some flavors and went with the Blueberry Cheesecake. Very creamy and reminds me of the Costco blueberry muffin in the best way. Also had a taste of the Mayor's Creation, which is a must try for espresso and chocolate lovers. We had our ice cream by the water, which was absolutely the cherry on top! read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - Blueberry Cheesecake and Mayor's Creation - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

Such a cute stop in Sausalito. I've been to the Lapperts in Honolulu so i was pleasantly surprised to see it again. Got the Chocolate Macadamia Nut with the waffle cone. The waffle cone was extremely disappointing, tasted super stale. The ice cream itself was good, I liked how generous they are with the Mac nuts, I got a crunch in every bite! This place is a cute stop as you walk along the water. read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

This place is amazing! I thought it was going to be your typical tourist trap but the ice team is truly delicious and service is fast. You can tell the ingredients are high quality and not just sugar. And the serving sizes are very generous. You will not be disappointed. read more

Always see a line out the door when I'm here so finally decided to try it out. Cookie dough ice cream - the ice cream wasn't as creamy as I had hoped. The ice cream was on the icier side. The base was also bland so it relied heavily on the cookie dough and chocolate chunks. I expected more at its price point (basically $7 for a single scoop). read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - 10/2025 - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

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I believe the last time I've been to this spot in Sausalito was when I was in medical school attending the American College of Physicians conference in San Francisco. That was nearly 13 years ago. I had a chance to return today. I remember the cookies and the quaint appearance of this neighborhood ice cream shop. The shop keepers were very kind and accommodating. I'm sure the flavor options have since changed. That was the first time I've had the Guava Cheesecake and the Chocolate with Macadamia nut flavors. They were both truly grand and were the delight of an afternoon sitting on the benches observing the beauty of the bay area this afternoon. Thanks for the memories. read more

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Came on a Saturday and it was quite crowded. We sampled the Kona mocha chip and rose and they were kind of rushing us so we ordered that. Due to the temperature it was quickly melting, so as the ice cream was falling we grabbed a cup to save it. One staff got so angry at us that we took a cup and insisted that we pay for it. First of all, typically ice cream places offer a cup when serving in a cone, and that wasn't even an option offered to us at payment. Would have happily paid for it initially if and when it was thoughtfully asked. Look at how big the two scoops are. Anyone with basic understanding of physics would see it's necessary. Second, paying for the cup was not an issue and the way he yelled at us was really humiliating. I understand it was a crowded day but do you really have to berate someone for a couple cents? A change of tone to say "hey sorry you have to pay for that cup by the way" would have been a decent choice. read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - Kona Mocha Chip & Rose - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

First although crowded, they organized well. One person near the door directed you to one of three lines which moved efficiently. Once inside we placed our order and paid within 5 minutes. Second, they had many flavors and many unique flavors. I tried one I had never had: caramel coco macadamia. Fantastic! Third, it was well made, nice and creamy. Finally it was only a little sweet. It was so nice to have ice cream with just enough sugar not excessive sugar, not overly sweet. One thing to improve: the electronic menu. It cycles too fast. Instead of changing the contents three times, get more screens and have them static. read more

A better way to refresh our palate is to get the Lappert's ice cream,so much delicious flavors to choose from,The line is long but they move in fast,thanks to the efficient staff.I personally love the Hawaii sea salt caramel,creamy and delicious while hubby enjoyed his cookie dough ice cream. read more

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Soo many flavors to try! Went for the classic vanilla bean which hit the spot. Line comes and goes, gets pretty long so kind of hard to take your time and sample some. Kind and quick service! Place is nearby all the shops and water view. read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

Loved my chocolate cookies and cream scoop on a waffle cone! Sweet, creamy with big Oreo chunks. Popular ice cream chain in the heart of Sausalito and they definitely receive all the love from visitors judging by the long lines! Service is prompt and the scoopers are very accommodating as I sampled some flavors. They have traditional flavors like cookie dough but I also saw some fun ones like a Hawaiian type and ube. Inside is small with a few tables in the front so most get takeout and enjoy their ice cream near the water. Parking can be tricky but there's paid street and a paid lot a short walk close to the water/harbor. read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - Birthday ice cream for our girl! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

Popped into this place while visiting Sausalito in the Bay Area... and the day could not have been better. It was sunny and warm with a very soft and mild breeze. The line was a little long and I was worried however it moved along very quickly because the staff have the perfect set up for them to move efficiently and process their orders. The staff is very friendly and very patient because they recognize that there are a lot of tourist that pop into the ice cream shop that are not familiar with the process or the menu. The ice cream shop does not have too much seating on the inside as they want to maximize the space to get customers in and out however, they do have a few options for seating outside the shop. I was fortunate enough to find a table on the inside, so I was able to sit down and enjoy my ice cream while watching them get through an enormous amount of people. I ordered a hot fudge sundae with chocolate macadamia nut ice cream, and it was amazing. Everything tasted fresh and homemade. The staff was very generous with the toppings and I love that every bite I took had either toasted almonds or macadamia nuts. The ice cream was not too sweet , which was a plus for me. I highly recommend this place however expect for the line to be long and wait times to be short. I waited less than 6 minutes to get to the front counter, so that was very nice. Enjoy! read more

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Solid ice cream spot in downtown Sausalito! Usually there's a line, but luckily there wasn't one when we went. It was my first time back in 8 years, and it's just as good as I remember. I used to get the Cookie Monster, but this time I tried the Kauai Pie and I loved it. The mix of coffee, chocolate, and macadamia nut flavors is perfect. My boyfriend got the blueberry cheesecake and that one was really good too. I just got a single scoop, but they give you a generous amount. Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area! read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - Kauai Pie and Blueberry Cheesecake - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

This ice cream shop is super popular, and the prices are quite reasonable. You get a big scoop for around $7, and they even have my favorite flavor, rum raisin. Definitely worth recommending! 生意超級好的冰淇淋，加上價格也不算貴，還有七上下一大球，還有我最喜歡的蘭姆葡萄口味。算是蠻推薦的！ read more

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The ice cream is only okay. We got Kona coffee and pecan praline. The coffee is initially good but you get tired of it quickly. The pecan praline was overly sweet. The place has a line but it goes by decently fast, but I think it's a tourist trap. read more

I arrived around 1 PM on a Friday and there were about 10 parties ahead of me. It took about 15-20 minutes to get my Guava Cheesecake ice cream. The weather was around 70* with a slight breeze so the wait wasn't too bad. Definitely shows how popular the place is. Seating is pretty limited with only 2-3 tables, and there's no dedicated parking lot but street parking isn't too bad. Guava Cheesecake ($5) - 8/10 I'm a big fan of strawberry and guava so I might be tad bit biased. I really enjoyed this flavor and couldn't stop eating it. The guava was nice and fresh. Super creamy without being too heavy. It didn't have that weird aftertaste that some ice creams get which was a big plus. I'd definitely visit again if I'm ever in the area. read more

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You know an ice cream shop is legit when people willingly stand in a line that stretches out the door on a cold, San Fran day. Lappert's is tiny and charming, but the flavor selection is wide enough to make choosing feel like a small adventure. The whole shop smells sweet from the ingredients! As far as getting/being there, metered parking was pretty easy to find (free on Sundays). The shop is also a few short steps from the shore, so we got ice cream with a view. In short, the crowd was right. This place is worth it. read more

Got a scoop of rose water & honey flavored ice cream in a waffle cone from Lappert's and it didn't disappoint entirely. The ice cream wasn't that flavorful but it had something that kept me eating and desiring more with every bite. I would come back and try a different flavor. Lots of options for flavors of ice cream here. Friendly and helpful service, willing to let you try different flavors of their products. The waffle cone was on or the best I've ever had! read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

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Was really looking forward to this place but was quickly disappointed. The ice cream tasted average. I felt rushed by the staff even though the place wasn't that busy at the time. Parking is extremely difficult. read more

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After walking around downtown and passing this place several times with long lines we definitely want to try it and see what the hype was all about. My mini me treated me to a scoop of the Kona coffee ice cream here and she got the cookies and cream scoop. We really wanted the sea salt caramel but it was sold out so definitely want to come back and try that flavor. We both enjoyed our scoops. I even tried her cookies and cream mixed with coffee ice and that was the bomb!! I would comeback again and be aware of the chaos inside to get the ice cream though. My mini me told me it was nuts and there was no established line only the servers yelling next and people cutting her that she had to make her way to front to put her order in. We can see why everyone likes it and look forward to coming back and trying other stuff they have. read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - Kona Coffee Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

Lappert's usually has a pretty solid line given the popularity, however it moves quickly so worth the queue. The ice cream itself is solid, really good size for a single scoop. The flavor is a little bit more muddled, not too sweet, so if that's what you're looking for, give this place a try. read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

Amazing icecream. Active duty military - come on in for the free icecream. In posed my pic. I forgot the name but is a Florence t blue and cookies inside.z. Soooooo good. Mmmm. The guy behind the counter is so nice and he is very generous with the taste test. He made. Great suggestion. Thank you Thank you. I will be back ..you should too - you will be happy you did . read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - Cookie Monster - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

I got the salted caramel while visiting for the day. The ice cream is delicious! A little pricey but still worth trying their cool flavors. Employees were nice and helped us sample before buying. read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

Ice cream was good. Service was rude. I went on a weekday afternoon and there was no line and the store was quiet. I was reading the flavors in the display case since it wasn't on the overhead menu and the names weren't intuitive of what the flavor entailed. The guy, with not a polite tone, asked if I could be helped. I told him I needed a bit to look and he told me to just sample the flavors then. I was a bit taken aback by the attitude so picked two that was of some interest in front of me. They were eh so I wanted to try another and he said he can't let me sample anymore. I was pretty annoyed by then. He didn't let me know about the sample limit and I didn't see a sign that said there was a limit since he was rushing me. I went with the Mayor's which is espresso based ice cream with chocolate pieces and other stuff that I can't remember. The coffee flavor was not very strong. There were a lot of toppings though and it was actually quite filling. It was definitely on the sweeter end. The single scoop was $5.95. It is quite large for a scoop! read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - The Mayor's - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

Walking on the street, it seemed like everyone had a Lappert's cone or cup in hand. This ice cream was very creamy and decently sweet. The scoop was huge! I loved being able to sample the different flavors to decide which ones I wanted. The Hawaiian-inspired flavors were all so cool -- I got the nuku hiva and my friend got the lychee. read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - nuku hiva, lychee - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California

I had a fun time at Lappert's Ice Cream. I was walking around Sausalito for the first time and saw everyone eating ice cream. I had to see where they got it from, and the very crowded shop with a huge ice cream sign was a no brainer. I went inside and we had to almost shove our way to get to a free server. It is a smaller cafe with lots of people. Although there is some seating, I think it is best to enjoy the ice cream outside. We were able to try a few flavors, so I asked our server what his favorite was to which he said "I don't eat ice cream." We had a laugh, but he said the Date Casablanca was good. We were curious and tried it, and ended up ordering it! We thought it was unique and enjoyable! Not too heavy, and the dates add a very strong sweetness. This place had many flavors, and they are all Hawaiian inspired. I'm curious to try more! read more

Lappert's Ice Cream - Date Casablanca - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Sausalito, California