We spent the afternoon strolling around Coronado and couldn't pass up a stop for gelato at The Del!…read moreI went with vanilla and raspberry, and my partner got coffee and Oreo. Every flavor was delicious, creamy, and the perfect sweet treat on a sunny day. Yes, it's a little on the pricey side, but you're also at one of the most iconic spots in San Diego. You're paying for the experience, the beautiful views, and the chance to enjoy your gelato while walking through the hotel and along the boardwalk. If you're visiting Coronado, I'd definitely recommend treating yourself. It's absolutely worth it and service was friendly.

Welcome to the conveyer belt ice cream shop at The Del! You will be shuffled down the line and…read morearound the ropes and then you will put in your order, and it will come back to you half-melted, and you will pay almost $40 for three people for three smalls. The gelato isn't bad or anything...it's just really melty and really expensive. We liked the chocolate and the salted caramel. The cookies and cream was also OK. Our daughter got a sorbet that she was happy with. Anyway, Sundaes is the epitome of the soulless corporate experience that you might expect at a hotel remodeled to maximize shareholder value for their Blackstone overlords. We're certain of one thing: it's better than the crappy dessert we would have surely gotten at Serea had we stayed there.

This Parfait Paris is located by Coronado Ferry Landing. It's a small shop with gelato, macaroons,…read morecrepes, sandwiches, and coffee. They have indoor seating, and there are tables on the patio outside as well. I had the Crème brûlée while my friends had the gelato and cookie. We were attended to very quickly by the staff. We all thoroughly enjoyed our desserts. We went after dark and sat out on the patio. It was nice to enjoy a good dessert while looking at the San Diego Bay and downtown San Diego. Give this place a try if you haven't.

This is my third time visiting. I've had a few pastries that I have loved. Today I stopped by for…read moreice cream and opted for the cookie à la mode. I preferred the pastries to this particular item. I'll have to try other items on another visit. The service is friendly and the shop is small so on busy days it gets crowded and loud fast. There is seating available outside. Stop by for the pastries.

The first time I went to Galata, they had just opened and it was kind of a slow night. The…read moregentleman working there (I think he is the owner) asked me if I wanted to try anything, and when I jokingly said I wanted to try everything, he started offering me sample after sample, insisting that I actually should try them all! All of the flavors are delicious (the coffee is one of the best coffee ice creams I have had), but IMO, the fruit flavors are what really shine. All of them are clearly made with real fruit, but the fruit flavor is so concentrated it seems almost impossible. The cherry is my favorite - it tastes like dried montmorency tart cherries. Tonight I had it with the black mulberry, which was an amazing pairing. I took a bunch of friends in during comic con and the customer service was equally amazing. I brought my kids in tonight, and again, he let my kids try so many flavors! They also sell Turkish delights. I remember those being so disappointing to me when I first tried them as a kid, and most iterations I have had have been bland and sad. Not so at Galata! The Turkish delights here make you understand why that kid in The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe was willing to sell his sister out for them. I've been three times in the last month, despite the fact that I pass three other ice cream shops on my walk to get there. Galata is just that good.

was walking by Downtown and was craving some ice cream, so I decided to stop in…read more I don't think I've ever had Turkish ice cream, but it all looked so good I had to try it. They offer samples if you are having a hard time choosing. The gentleman that helped me was very nice. I decided to go with the pistachio ice cream, and it was DELICIOUS! Would highly recommend. You get a decent amount for the price as well. They also had different baklavas and desserts. I think I saw Turkish coffee too. It was way too hot for that, though. There is outside seating, where you can enjoy your ice cream and take in the sights all at the same time.

OMG!!! This place is Awesome Sorry I forgot to take…read morepictures. Please visit if you are in the area. We had Dole Pineapple Absolutely Delicious . Service was great, location easy to find. Very friendly and clean.

Food good Service…read moregood Ambiance ok Convenient dessert Spot under the Hilton Bay front. Plenty of options to choose from. The frozen yogurt was fine and even taste better when taking a few steps and consuming it with the view of the bay. It's overpriced but it's all about location. If I was in the area, I would not come back.

So good and such a variety of options, great customer service and menu…read more Lauren was very welcoming to me as a first time customer , will definitely return !

Very disappointing experience. We ordered two Dole Whips and simply asked for a small bowl of water…read morefor our dog. When we placed the order, we were told it wasn't a problem. However, when we went to pick up our ice cream, we were suddenly told we had to pay for a cup of water. Had we been told that upfront, it would have been different, but changing the policy after the fact was frustrating. What made the experience worse was the way it was handled. We had already purchased food, yet the staff was rude and dismissive when we questioned why we weren't informed ahead of time. Customer service goes a long way, and unfortunately this interaction left a much worse impression than the ice cream did.

Stopped by here on a hot day. Wow, this is one of the best raspados I've had! They use natural…read moreingredients which I feel is hard to find in a raspado or shaved ice. I had strawberry and guava flavor in a small cup which was shareable for two. It wasn't too sweet and was perfect. The quality is there. I was shocked it wasn't crazy busy in here. Can't wait to come again.

I made the rookie mistake of coming on Chignon Day, so what should've been a quick 13-minute drive…read moreturned into an hour and a half. At that point, I was committed. I'm from New Orleans and have yet to find a true snowball spot outside of there, so I wasn't about to turn around. The line looked intimidating at first, stretching to the door, but it actually moved pretty quickly. It took about 10 minutes to order and get my food, which was a pleasant surprise. I ordered the small passionfruit shaved ice stuffed with avocado pistachio ice cream and topped with condensed milk. The ice cream alone deserves its own moment. It was easily some of the best I've had. Rich, creamy, and genuinely impressive. The shaved ice, though, didn't land the same way for me. The menu leans heavily into fruit flavors, which just don't pair that well with something like pistachio or chocolate-based ice cream. The passionfruit itself was pretty tart, which might work on its own, but it clashed with the creaminess of the ice cream. I found myself wishing they had options like coconut, amaretto, or chocolate syrups to balance things out better. Also, coming from New Orleans, I'm used to condensed milk being layered throughout, not just on top. It makes a difference in every bite. And honestly, the price here is noticeably higher for something that didn't quite hit the same. I'd come back for the ice cream without hesitation. As for the shaved ice, it just didn't quite deliver that nostalgic snowball experience I was hoping for. The service was phenomenal though. And it was a lively crowd.

I'm still dreaming about the mango sticky rice ice cream I just had!…read more This little shop was only about two blocks from where we were staying, and I'm so glad we stumbled upon it! They had so many unique flavors that it was honestly hard to choose. I tried the green tea and ube, and both were absolutely delicious, but the mango sticky rice stole the show! The flavor was so refreshing, creamy, and just the perfect balance of sweet. The employee was also incredibly sweet and helpful, which made the experience even better. They have plenty of indoor seating plus a cute little outdoor area where we enjoyed our ice cream. Definitely a spot I'd love to come back to the next time we're in town!

Stella Jean is a staple ice cream spot in San Diego. Apparently since my last time visiting San…read moreDiego, they popped up new locations, like this one in South Park. A co-op spot with pop pie company. To me, what makes Stella Jean different from other ice cream spots, is they not only focus of quality ice cream but put out absolutely unique ice cream flavors. Or at least ice cream flavors no one has really produced in a traditional setting. Like for example, a current seasonal flavor is a banana Turon crunch. A Filipino dessert. Where a banana is wrapped in lumpia paper, fried, with some sugar/glaze but they transformed it into a layered ice cream. My wife and I's, tried and true is the Ube pande sal toffee and mango sticky rice. Silky, rich, creamy based ice cream. The mango sticky rice tastes like your traditional condense milk, sweet rice, and ripe mangos. Ube is a purple sweet potato, and the ice cream has light chunks of sweet bread and toffee. Both were amazing. Inside was empty for a Wednesday early evening. So we got immediate service. Staff was very friendly. They have plenty of tables and chairs on the side. Pop pie appears to operate on the adjacent counter. Some of the best ice cream I've had. And not just for a San Diego thing but anywhere around in the country.

Such a cute little shop right next to the Adams Ave Theater -- definitely worth stopping by before…read moreor after a show. The menu is simple and nostalgic: ice cream-dipped popsicles, a classic go‑to dessert. I'm obsessed with Häagen‑Dazs chocolate‑dipped almond bars, but they're huge, and I'd much rather support local... so this place is it. You pick your ice cream flavor, choose your toppings, and then pick your dip. The pops are adorable, small, and the perfect little treat. Love knowing they make everything from scratch -- it really shows in the flavor and quality. A great spot for kids, date night, or a summer treat in this heat. Cute, simple, and delicious.

CABETOS Pops is an awesome, small, locally owned business with a cute location next to the Adams…read moreTheater. They make some of the most fun and unique desserts you can find anywhere in San Diego. They make everything from scratch, including the ice cream. Every pop starts with handmade ice cream, followed by a chocolate dip, two toppings, and a drizzle. Their flavors really are the best, so I suggest picking something from the menu (my favorite is s'mores) rather than creating your own. I personally like the regular-size bar, but the tiny pops are fun because you can try multiple creations. I hired them for my engagement party (95 guests) based on other 5-star reviews of their catering (originally found them in a comment on Reddit of all places). Santi and his coworker arrived on time, set up beautifully, and our guests raved about them. 11/10 would recommend them for any occasion--you're paying not just for a delicious dessert, but for a fun experience your guests will never forget. Thank you, CABETOS and team!!!