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Scoops Homemade Ice Cream

3.9 (523 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Malikah H.

Came here while on a Carnival Cruise stop for a morning pick me up and after seeing proudly serving Starbucks we said sign us up! Ordered a white chocolate mocha among other things and it came out just right. The pricing was on par with a standard coffee shop. The location was on the main street and it was adorable. If you are in the area definitely stop in for your morning coffee or some fresh ice cream

Mary L.

Line does move quickly, small space inside so it could get crowded, just be prepared on what to get. We had 2 scoops of bison tracks, it was pretty good. I would try other flavors next time but nothing super special about it.

The Green Tea Gelato at Scoops in Avalon, Catalina Island.
Elizabeth S.

This was a great stop! Friendly, great service and my Green Tea Gelato was super yummy. They have a pretty extensive menu, with many flavors of Ice Cream and Gelato, Açaí Bowls, Drinks

Jasmine T.

I can only speak on the matcha flavor, and I enjoyed it. They don't let you sample the flavors so I didn't try anything else. The portion sizes are very generous. Service was quick. The girl at the counter kept ringing up our order wrong but other than that everything was fine. Looks like a standard ice cream shop. They also serve Starbucks drinks.

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James A.

Serving as both a gourmet coffee shop (serving Starbucks coffee) and ice cream/gelato, Scoops Catalina in Avalon, serves up delicious beverages and snacks for tourists. As most ice cream shops, it is cheaper to share a two scooper plus than get individual cups, so we ended up getting a 3 scooper ($11), all gelato. The gelato was very thick, with little air mixed in and the product being rather soft. I got my go-to, which was mint chocolate chip and my brother (as he tends to do) got the recommended which ended up being cookies and cream. Both were good. The unusual flavor was Buffalo Milk, which I was hoping was similar to goat's milk ice cream (which I like)...but writing this, I'm realizing that it doesn't make much sense. Later I learned that 'Buffalo Milk' is a Catalina island mixed drink, essentially a White Russian with added banana and chocolate flavor. I didn't care for it. Since there was no places to eat the ice cream on the premises, it was considered 'to-go' and no sales tax was charged (it's a california thing). Easy way to replace it with a tip.

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Tiffany N.

I think it's definitely a spot that more overrated because it looks modern and casual. I would rather you check out Lloyd's down the street. The sample was extremely upsetting. They do not load you up on the three different flavors. It's literally the smallest scoop for each.

Salted pretzel
Hannahizel D.

I was sad that they ran out of the peach mango sorbet in a hot afternoon! :( i got the peach mango gelato and it's still good. Very fruity and refreshing. My wife got the salted pretzel which was equal parts salty and sweet! For someone who doesnt like combining two tastes she loved it. And btw a scoop seems like two SCOOPS Everyone was nice and friendly. Just wish there were seats inside to cool off a little bit.

Nutella and buffalo milk in a cup
Jess B.

While walking around the island, we decided to stop by this ice cream shop. We've walked by this place before and there's always a long line. Luckily, at this time, there were only 3 people waiting and the line went by quickly. I ordered two scoops of gelato in a cup. I got the Nutella flavor and buffalo milk. Both were very good. Both flavors were creamy, but the buffalo milk was much creamier than the Nutella. The Nutella was better than I expected because it wasn't as sweet as the spread. The buffalo milk tasted like it had a hint of alcohol and it was the right amount. It's a small shop and it gets crowded pretty often because they also serve Starbucks coffee here. I don't think I would have waited in too long of a line so I came at a good time.

Banana Pudding
Zan L.

A must visit stop while in Catalina. Stopped in for my first time yesterday after dinner and it was a great sweet treat. They don't have as many flavors as I'm used to, but they still have some really great ones and I especially appreciate how they have ice cream, gelato, and soft serve. It's great to have the options. There was a little bit of a wait for us as this place can get quite crowded, but the line moves fast and the wait is worth it. The people working behind the counter were polite and it's important to know that they don't offer any samples so just know what you want before you order. Inside is pretty small, so you will most likely have to wait outside while the handful of people inside are doing their orders but honestly being right across from Avalon Bay and being able to stare at the ocean while you wait in line could be a lot worse. I would definitely recommend it and plan to stop in again next time I am visiting Catalina.

Kaitlyn Y.

the acai bowl I got from scoops really hit the spot! it was loaded up with acai, fresh fruit, and granola and looked beautiful! I will say that the service is a little slow, but expected for a weekend. I would definitely come back for the acai bowl if I'm ever back in catalina!

Raspberry gelato
Katherine D.

Such a cute place in a great location. Perfect for getting a little treat right in front of the beach. The gelato was so creamy and refreshing.

Tracy L.

Scoops was the perfect spot to stop after walking around the island even if it was January and cold outside! My friend and I stopped in twice. The first time, I ordered the sampler which came with 3 "smaller" scoops which weren't even small, which I loved! I ordered the Mint Chip, Toasted Almond Coconut, and Triple Chocolate. The second trip, I ordered the Raspberry sorbet. My favorites across the board were the Mint Chip and Toasted Almond Coconut. I loved their variety and how it wasn't just basic flavors, as well as having the sampler option. Their prices are also very fair, considering the scoops are very generous. The only negative was you couldn't sample flavors, however, all the ones I got were great, so I guess it wasn't needed!

Classic syrup is sweetener. Maybe they'll fix the recipe.
Sontue P.

I asked if the menu matches Starbucks. I was told yes. I ordered one grande and one venti. I received two grandes. They remade it (iced matcha latte) and it was horrible... well, it's not horrible if that's your preference- with no sweetener. So, I took it back and asked if they added syrup. The guy who had already remade the drink told me I didn't order it with syrup. I told him the Starbucks recipe comes with syrup. He told me it doesn't and had a bit of an attitude about it. Sigh. I order the matcha latte all of the time. So, I have to give them only 1 star because of the service and the bad drink I received.

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