Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard

    3.9 (135 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

    Order Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard Takeout or Delivery

    Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard Photos

    Business Info

    More like Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard

    Recommended Reviews - Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Raspberry Hand-Scooped Frozen Custard
    Cathy H.

    Came here on the weekend and there was a short wait in line. Got the raspberry ice and custard mix and it was delicious! The raspberry ice provides a nice crunch next to the creamy texture of the custard. Tartness from raspberry is a good combo for the sweetness of the custard. Highly recommend if you're craving a sweet treat!

    Menu 1 of 2 as of September 2025
    Vi T.

    Stopped in to try their Gelati, which is a thick layer of Italian Ice, topped with either vanilla or chocolate frozen custard. After trying a couple Italian Ice flavors, I decided on the Mango Ice, topped with Vanilla Custard. It was a good mix and the creaminess of the custard (consistency of froyo) went well with the fruit flavored Italian Ice at the bottom. Located in the alley (with a children's play area) across from the Homegoods store, next to See's Candies.

    Gelati
    Derek C.

    Small place with almost nowhere to sit inside. Quick stop to get a dessert to try it out. You can try some flavors if you aren't sure. One person working so slightly slow line but still good service. 3.5/5 - Gelati - Frozen custard was really thick and the Italian ice tastes really fruity as we got mango. Feels like it's good thick ice cream on top of a slushy however not the biggest fan of the combo. I think they are better separately, to each their own.

    Norma L.

    Recently on a business trip to Philly, I went to a Rita's. Had did my research before had and the gelati/frozen custard intrigued me. It was 98 w/,humidity of welcome to hells lounge that I actively sought one out. I got a cola with twisted custard. The result a layered item that helped the hells lounge freeze just a bit for me to get back to hotel. I had seen this Rita's before my trip and so was excited to be able to come here. Cut little place and the young man was eager to help. So I ordered the same as I got on my Philly trip. I wasn't paying to full attention and when it was ready I saw the dollop of custard on top. I left to walk back to my car to enjoy. As I dug in I quickly realized it wasn't layered. The ice part was good, just wish it was layered. Maybe the West Coast franchisee should visit the East coast for more training. I will probably go back and try some other items as there are a lot options for us lactose intolerant folks.

    Ordering guide.
    Doris G.

    Fun with yummy custard and lots of Italian ices. We were waited on promptly with our orders. Lots of combinations. You can have ice cream sandwiches too.

    Kris B.

    Delicious chocolate brownie frozen custard!! This is a cute little place, friendly service.

    Tangerine Italian Ice
    Steve D.

    "Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard" is located near the See's Candy store and the play area at the Southshore Shopping Center in Alameda. I was there twice over the weekend, and both times I had a good experience. On Saturday, I went there and got a large Tangerine Italian Ice. It was good and cold, with a somewhat weak fruity flavor. It was about $8 for a large. Is this really Italian Ice? It kind of looked like a slushie. Customer service was fair. The young lady helping me didn't really say much, and didn't suggestive sell. She only asked...."Is there anything else?" The place doesn't have indoor seating. So it's like a walkup counter. I returned on Sunday and ordered a frozen custard twist (chocolate/vanilla). I thought it was a little odd that the place had no customers on a warm day. Oh well, no customers means no line! A large frozen custard (with no toppings) was $8.30. The 12-oz container looked a little small. Texture-wise, the frozen custard was smooth and creamy. Although it looks like soft-serve, it's not grainy in appearance. There's no icy bite or ice crystals. When you eat it, it's dense and doesn't melt quickly. Overall, I'm not a big fan of Italian Ice and frozen custard. But it was nice to enjoy some on a warm weekend in Alameda. Southshore Shopping Center is located at Otis Drive & Park Street. Free parking and it's near the beach.

    Small gelati with mango and kool aid fruit punch
    Jacqueline D.

    After a hot day at the beach, this was such a refreshing treat! I was indecisive so I asked to sample a few flavors before deciding, they're all good but the mango and fruit punch had the most flavor in my opinion. The small was definitely enough to satisfy my sweets craving and ran me $6. The service is meh, young kids that clearly do not want to be there or want to deliver any type of customer service.

    Hanh T.

    Rita's never disappoints whenever I'm craving some sweet I can count on her . I always get the small mango with vanilla custard hits the spot every time !

    Front

    See all

    4 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Kent D.

    Kent D.

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Kent D.

    Kent D.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 16
    Thanks 5
    Love this 14
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Kent D.

    Kent D.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Vi T.
    233
    539
    2606

    8 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Kent D.

    Kent D.

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 2
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Social Team

    Social Team

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 0
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Kent D.

    Kent D.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Kent D.

    Kent D.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Very good service clean place if you feel good is in this place come and get some ice cream

    Business owner information

    Photo of Kent D.

    Kent D.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 14
    Thanks 2
    Love this 16
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Bob W.
    8
    161
    0

    7 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Kent D.

    Kent D.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jenna T.
    1326
    1561
    5041

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Social Team

    Social Team

    Helpful 8
    Thanks 0
    Love this 7
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Zolzaya G.
    280
    64
    24

    11 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Michael L.
    1621
    1186
    5324

    4 years ago

    Helpful 7
    Thanks 0
    Love this 10
    Oh no 1
    Photo of B B.
    1
    71
    4

    1 year ago

    Love their Blue Raspberry ice! So good!! Staff were nice and the store was clean. Definitely will be back

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 1
    Love this 4
    Oh no 2

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 2

    4 years ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jacob M.
    30
    270
    324

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Raymond N.
    2
    108
    141

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Alondra C.
    693
    28
    18

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    5 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Gabriel A.
    151
    35
    49

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 1

    5 years ago

    Helpful 8
    Thanks 0
    Love this 7
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 4

    Ask the Community - Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard

    Malaya Tea Room - A serving for tea for 2

    Malaya Tea Room

    4.5(372 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$$

    Such a cute experience, British afternoon tea meets Malaysian comfort!…read more I came here recently with my partner for our anniversary and was completely delighted with the experience. Heads up, this place is street parking only so come prepared! I would also recommend making a reservation since it is a smaller space (it was busy when I came!) The menu is pretty straight forward and majority of folks including us ordered a set for $45 each person. It comes with two choices of sandwiches, a scone, an array of sweets, and tea of choice. What makes this place so great too is that they allow you to pick sandwiches that are traditional to English Breakfast or you can go out of your way to pick traditionally Asian flavors. Between my partner and I we ordered: Meat floss sandwich (my favorite but that is because I have an affinity for meat floss), beef jerky (love how it paired with the creamy mayo), kaya jam with butter (a delicious salty sweet blend), and chicken curry (comfort food at best). We both enjoyed the scone with clotted cream and jam, very typical for afternoon tea, and in the dessert tier we got chocolate rocks (fun!), macarons, ube chiffon cake, and a strawberry sago pudding. Heads up everyone in your party gets their own tea set so you can mix and match to share with folks. Btw, they do have square sugar cubes, a nice accent. Overall, I feel like you should try this place at least once! Everything was great including our service!

    Great little spot for a girls date! The ambiance was so cute inside. Small but very cozy feel…read more Service was great, she checked in only when we needed her by ringing the bell. They had an abundance of tea selections to choose from. You can also have milk on the side and sugar cubes are on the table. The food was delicious and had a nice twist of Asian spin on some sandwich selections and desserts. Nice spot to check out if you want a cute date or hang out with friends!

    Photos
    Malaya Tea Room - Pandan cake, assorted macarons, mini cheesecake

    Pandan cake, assorted macarons, mini cheesecake

    Malaya Tea Room - Sits 24 people inside and about 8 outside!

    Sits 24 people inside and about 8 outside!

    Malaya Tea Room - New set-up for 3 outside

    See all

    New set-up for 3 outside

    Coffee Cultures Alameda - Ordering, cold case and baked goods

    Coffee Cultures Alameda

    4.3(202 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    I'm usually very particular about matcha since I've perfected my own recipe to suit my personal…read moretaste, but I have to say I really enjoyed their Earl Grey Matcha from the seasonal menu. It wasn't overly sweet and still maintained that earthy matcha flavor that many places tend to lose when they jump on the matcha trend. My husband ordered the Vanilla Bean Caramel Latte, also from the seasonal menu, and loved it so much that he said this is now his favorite coffee spot. Safe to say, whenever we're back in town, we'll definitely be returning!

    A lovely spot to kill time while my son was out on the water. Upon opening the door, I was greeted…read morewarmly by the staff and made to feel quite welcome. The seating is mostly at table tables along the wall walls of window. It was kind of neat to be able to sit and watch people walk by in the traffic as it ebbed and flowed toward the bridge. The early morning was rather quiet outside so it wasn't noisy at all. I had a lovely chai latte, extra spicy. It was perfect after the chilly walk to this little space of warmth. They had a nice selection of pastries, ultimately I chose a danish because I love them. This one did not disappoint. It was tender and flaky and went perfectly dipped in my chai. If ever, we are in the area again, I will definitely pay another visit. It was nice to step into a local place that wasn't a chain. I think the quality of staff and consumable offerings was just so much better than you would find at one of the other places.

    Photos
    Coffee Cultures Alameda - Menu

    Menu

    Coffee Cultures Alameda - Vanilla & dole whip swirl on opening day, and latte art

    Vanilla & dole whip swirl on opening day, and latte art

    Coffee Cultures Alameda - Tasty

    See all

    Tasty

    Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard - icecream - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...