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Mister Softee NorCal

4.4 (507 reviews)
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June A.

I love Mr. softy so much you should. I love him and I get his food every Monday so I it really makes my life very happy and I love it so much so pay my respects to the chef a.k.a. Mr. softy for that great ice cream love him bye No, thank you, Natalia thank you Natalia for coming every Monday to Encino high school the athletes appreciate you

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Ter L.

My toddler always gets excited whenever we cross paths with Mister Softee NorCal. This truck offers classic soft serve via cones, sundaes, and milkshakes. Toppings include sprinkles, nuts, crushed oreos. There is also chocolate, caramel, butterscotch, pineapple, cherry and strawberry sauce. With pricing ranging between $4.25 and 8 bucks, this sweet treat doesn't break the bank. Service is friendly. Mister Softee comes recommended for people of all ages. If you are lucky enough to have this truck roll through your neighborhood or see it drive around your local park, do not hesitate to give them a try!!

You can see from the photo the whole bottom row was crossed off.
Dayna Z.

Booking was very easy. They respond pretty fast. I started the booking back in January for my son's graduation party in June. I was unsure how busy they would get, so it was better to be safe than sorry. I spoke with Andrew regarding details of the booking & what came with the services. He explained the whole menu was available & they can serve up to 70 people in 1 hour. That sounded perfect. I decided to move forward with the reservation & you can either pay a deposit or the full amount. The day of the event, the truck arrived early & I was able to talk to the driver regarding details. I did notice more than half the menu was crossed off but didn't ask about it. Then when it was time to serve my guests, they all told me a lot of the items on the menu weren't available. The only thing offered to my guest were soft serve in a cone or cup with toppings. Sundaes, banana splits, & floats weren't an option. My son asked the driver why & she said all she had were toppings. I called the next day after our event & spoke with Andrew again. He apologized for the mixup & it was a miscommunication with the driver & dispatch. He also explained, sometimes they do limit the menu to ensure guest are served in a timely manner. That is fine with me, but it was not communicated. He said he would look into it further and get back to me. I ended up writing an email as a follow up, and Andrew finally got back to me. They were able to accommodate a partial refund due to the issue on their end. Overall they have great service & my guests were happy but it was the expectation vs what was actually delivered. I will book with them again in the future in hopes we have a better experience.

vanilla
Liz C.

One of the best soft serves ever! I had Mister Softee during a game at the Chase Center and this was phenomenal. For $11, it's definitely steep for ice cream, let alone soft serve, but well worth it! The portion is quite generous so it can definitely be shared. An unreal sweet treat.

Tiffany R.

First time trying this and it was delicious. I asked for a milkshake with Oreos and they asked if I wanted vanilla or chocolate. I have been hearing great things about Mister Softee and was excited I was finally able to try it!

Chocolate Sundae with Nuts
Renee B.

Caught the Mister Softee truck outside Palo Alto Medical and decided to treat myself after a lab appointment. Great decision. The Chocolate Nut Sundae was everything you want from classic soft serve -- smooth texture, generous chocolate syrup, and a satisfying crunch from the nuts. Simple, nostalgic, and perfectly executed. Quick service, friendly vibe, and honestly a bright spot in the middle of a medical day. Would absolutely grab it again.

Monique W.

Excuse the half eaten picture of the cherry sundae - but it looked so good I had to dig in immediately. I was visiting Don Biddle park when I heard the ice cream truck playing. I thought I was a regular truck at first, but was pleasantly surprised to see soft serve! My kids loved seeing the cones being dipped. The cashier/service was super nice and patient with my order (I had 4 children with me). Cups/cones are about $5/each. And they were delicious. I'm following them on IG so I can be sure to catch them again!

Milk shake and strawberry sundae
Vanessa W.

Mister Softee is such a neighborhood staple nowadays. The moment you hear that familiar jingle, you know you're in for a classic soft-serve treat done right. Whether it's a sundae or a perfectly blended milkshake, the quality is consistently spot-on. The app is a surprisingly great tool for tracking down the truck, and it almost feels like they know when you're following them because they're quick to stop and serve. The service is friendly, the favorites are dependable, and that unmistakable music makes every visit a simple, joyful experience. Mister Softee also offers private event bookings. I booked them for a birthday party, and all the kids were happy. Booking was easy and conveniently handled by submitting an online form, with clear confirmation and follow-up via email. A great experience for kids and adults alike!

The truck thronging with customers
Nith V.

Oh what a yummy ice cream this truck had and it was perfectly located outside the Pacifica Taco Bell Catina right by the shore. It was a beautiful sunny day to enjoy the ice cream after the gloomy and rainy Bay Area weather. Service was fast and prompt. It was like a cherry on top of our perfect Saturday adventure

Iris S.

Initial scheduling, confirmation reminders and flexibility was great. My party time shifted the morning of, when the Guest of Honor was delayed. I called Mister Softee and left a message. Someone returned my call within 5 min, I explained the issue and asked to push the arrival-start time 1 hour later. They checked their calendar and easily changed my time slot without issue or fees. I was very happy they could accommodate my change request, that ultimately made my party timeline flow better. Server arrived on time and everyone enjoyed their icecream treat.

Lisa N.

My brother and I were on a mission to get mister softee. The first spot closed up before we arrived, and the second stopped serving ice cream even though it was only 8:30. We decided to try one last time and the third time was a charm. Using the app, we tracked a truck to a gas station. Kelsey was pumping gas and it was obvious she was done for the night. However, she went out of her way to help us and happily served us ice cream when I asked. She truly made our night--amazing customer service, and the ice cream was just as good!

Crunchie/menu
Julianne L.

The truck stopped in front of my place so I rushed out the door to get some soft serve! I got the Crunchie ($5), which is vanilla soft serve dipped in cookie/graham cracker crumbs. It was sweet, delicious, and a large portion. It's hard to track where the trucks are on the Mister Softee app - I have to rely on hearing the ice cream truck music. Maybe this particular truck isn't registered? Not sure how it works, but if you hear it nearby, do not miss your chance for a fun treat!

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Reviews are largely positive. People praise the creamy soft serve, variety of flavors, and friendly and patient service.

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Kelsey is literally the sweetest person ever! Gave awesome suggestions on what to get :)

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Amazing experience . Kelsie was amazing with the kids and kids look forward to the truck coming every Tuesday

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Ask the Community - Mister Softee NorCal

Can I book you for a graduation party?

Yes. We book private events all the time. Please go to our website and click on Book Softee at the top. www.mistersofteenorcal.com

How much do you charge for private party in a neighborhood?

We charge hourly and the cost depends on the start time. Please visit mistersofteenorcal.com and click on Book Softee to start the process to get more info.… 

If booked for a private event at a park, how do you differentiate between party guests and non-party guests? In other words, what is the system so only party guests will be served.…

We currently have two methods to make sure only private event guests are served at private events. We have a private party sign at the truck but that doesn’t always stop the curious. Second, we have a ticketing system for exchange of servings. The… 

What time do the trucks usually stop driving around?

8 o’clock, normally.

Is your ice cream made with pasteurized milk?

Our ice cream is made with pasteurized milk. It is also egg free and gluten free.

How can we request for our neighborhood to be on their route?

You have to go on their website and make the request

Do they have allergy information? Gluten, nuts? Is there an actual list of which toppings are gluten free and nut free?

Hi there Lynn. Our ice cream is gluten free and egg free. As for our toppings we cannot guarantee that they would be gluten free. We have both peanuts and walnuts on board,… 

Are you parked in one spot for the whole day?

Parking in one spot for the day is rare, it only happens for large festivals. We move around most of the day. The easiest way to find one of our trucks is to use our app,… 

Mr. Softee is a truck. How do we locate him each day?

Have a public calendar on our website that you can always use our home app the name is Mister Softee NorCal

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