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    Tocumbo Ice Cream

    3.4 (211 reviews)
    Open 9:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    siri g.

    They didn't have labels on the paletas, but the staff was incredibly patient and kind in walking us through all the options. I'll definitely be coming back the next time I'm in the area!

    Chanel Y.

    Always very clean, love that. Here's the thing: everything here is delicious. But it is very overpriced. But delicious. But overpriced. But conveniently located.

    Amy T.

    I've tried many chamangos, and Tocumbo's chamango is one of my favorites! It's perfect for summertime--a refreshing mango-flavored shaved ice with chamoy and lots of tamarindo candies at the bottom. They are generous with the mango, which is great. My only complaint is that the mango is never ripe and always very hard with no flavor. Despite this, it's still one of my go-to spots for chamango.

    Nachos with jalapeños.
    Lani M.

    This is not one of my favorite locations. Market location is usually my go-to. I recently went to the new National City location last week & that one was good too. This location just isn't it for me. I've been there 1-2xs. Parking is shared with other businesses. Workers seem whatever about their job. What's weird is they all share the same ingredients for other locations but this location for some reason just isn't good. From the ambiance, the quality, the taste, etc. Idk what it is. But I wouldn't come back here.

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    Valerie G.

    We were in the area and visited this place. Their chamango is amazing. Food servings were fairly large. The food was ok, nothing amazing (like the dessert was). I think it was a tad overpriced. We got two drinks and two entrees and it was nearly $40.. One thing that really annoyed me --an employee came over and asked if we needed help. He took y brothers order and left to prepare it. A lady then came and took my order and went to prepare it. Then, the lady brought us over to pay and I mentioned adding the other food on the same ticket. She then gives me a stale face and says "you were supposed to tell him everything so only one person helps you". They move so fast to don't really understand who's helping who and I didn't realize it was such a big deal...

    Mangoneada
    Rose K.

    Whoa. Whoa. MIND BLOWN. Gansitos line the edge of the ice cream display. There are paletas, elote en vaso, tortas ahogadas, and of course, nieve. It sits across from Chicano Park and Northgate Mercado Gonzalez. The surprise was the mangoneada which is mango nieve topped with actual mango fruit and drizzled with tamarind sauce... and it's delicious. I love that they have aguas frescas available as well! I don't know if their tortas are any good but I would definitely come back to try more of their paletas. Really nostalgic for Mexico and I'm glad that places like this exist.

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    Yesenia N.

    Great ice cream store they have a ton of selections including Mexican ice cream. They also sell smoothies and lemonade with chia it's a must try. The staff is so friendly and helpful for being my first time checking this location. Had a great experience enjoyed my beverage and soda. Recommend this location a visit before dinner hits.

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    Maridel A.

    Yummay home made ice cream! I love mexican ice cream. theyre so good -- not too sweet and very flavorful. So glad they had the chamango too --- boyfriend loved it, it was his first time trying it.

    5.99 stale chips with very little cheese sauce
    Sophia N.

    First off the one star is for the nice young lady working the register I know it's not in her hands but the prices are pretty high for the quality and quantity of food is poor 5.99 for nachos that are stale and they give you like 1 ounce of cheese sauce on the side that didn't even cover less then a hand full of chips The corn in the cup was watered down and less then a 4 ounces of corn sad to say I feel I been ripped off I will not return la Michoacán is way way more better

    Spencer H.

    This is a decent ice cream/paleta/fruit/torta place. The menu does have variety, but on the down side it seems that their prices are a little higher than average. The staff is friendly and they do everything pretty quickly. I got 2 scoops of ice cream for 5.25. The ice cream was not as good as I've had at other locations....I got mint chip and walnut. Both had good flavor, not too little nor too much.

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    They have good ice cream and other things but the service is bad they don't listen. They don't help other people when they are right there

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    Pappalecco

    Pappalecco

    4.3
    (3.1k reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $

    A cute authentic Italian neighborhood cafe in Little Italy serving coffee, treats, gelato, and…read morepaninis. My friends and I were just looking to get a coffee in Little Italy, but when we walked in and saw all the delicious treats we had to try something else as well. I ordered a latte and neglected to tell them it was for here so I was given a paper cup, but they give real cups if you ask. The latte was good, and my friend bought a kitchen sink type cookie with chocolate, coconut, and macadamia nuts. It was warm and gooey good! Another friend tried the gelato and said it was very good. There are a few tables inside and tables out in front outside. We sat outside and enjoyed the beautiful San Diego weather. The decor and tables definitely gives you an old school Italian neighborhood vibe with Italian markets right next door. If I am in the neighborhood again, I would definitely come back here to try the gelato and/or a piece of an excellent looking lemon pie bar I spotted.

    If there is better gelato in San Diego, I have not tried it…read more They have more than gelato here but gelato is all we tried. It was later in the day so they were out of or running low on some flavors. Nevertheless, the two flavors we tried were incredibly rich and flavorful. A little goes a very long way. Parking is incredibly tough in Little Italy but it is worth it for gelato this good.

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    Inside
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    Soup Tomato.
    Gelato alla menta con gocce di cioccolato, Gelato al cocco con gocce di cioccolato

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    Extraordinary Desserts

    4.0
    (9.2k reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$$

    This place is properly named extraordinary dessert for a reason. They are known for their desserts…read moreboth in taste and in aesthetics. Desserts: 5/5 We got a blood orange scone and a strawberry danish. The scone was warm and delicious. The orange essence was well infused. The danish was crispy and creamy. Everything was so picturesque. Food: 3/5 Unfortunately, the food was not the best. We got the smoked salmon sandwich which was not very flavorful. The salmon was also slimy. The pesto spread was good though. It was creamy and the artisan bread it was served had great variety. Ambiance: 5/5 This place is such super cute. When you walk in, the desserts all look super appetizing. The seating areas are super cute and the floral decor are stunning. Service: 5/5 It is an order then sit down establishment. There is great attention to their dessert. I saw them heat up a knife just to cleanly cut the cake. The food service however did take some time to come out.

    The sugar bun was delicious! I might be a bigger fan of their pastries than their cake…read more The Shrang-la cake was decorated so beautifully! I loved the white chocolate shavings all around. Unfortunately the cake didn't hold well in my commute to Temecula (esp during the heat wave). The dairy ended up hurting our stomachs.

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    Spinach dip and chips and tomato and basil soup
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    One of our 'go to' dessert places in San Diego.
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    Chocolate SD

    Chocolate SD

    3.8
    (1.8k reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $

    Simply delicious coffee!…read more It's always a relief when you find a hidden gem. This establishment was so cute they even had cows hanging upside down! Such a fun and unique atmosphere. They also sell gelato, although we didn't get a chance to try it this time. The service was great, and the cashier was very helpful and friendly. I ordered an iced vanilla latte, and it was perfect. They also offer a great selection of coffee from Hawaii. The place was clean, welcoming, and had a very friendly vibe. Next time, I'll definitely have to indulge in some desserts! ts.

    This is a cute breakfast and dessert cafe that's actually open till midnight (or later on the…read moreweekends). The decor and setting is cute and quirky, including cow sculptures hanging upside down from the ceiling. There were only a couple other visitors when we arrived, as it was near opening time. Our dishes took a whopping 35 minutes to be ready, and service was not very friendly nor helpful. Luckily, the music playing through the speakers added a nice vibe to the place, songs like Our House by Madness and Can't Fight This Feeling. We ordered the brunch pizza (with eggs cooked overeasy) and the breakfast flatbread which looked almost identical when served, as well as an iced mocha. The quality of the pizza was pretty average, and the eggs were slightly overcooked. The drink was really good, made fresh, with a smooth taste and a nice sweetness to it, the plastic cup coated in chocolate sauce. It tasted more like chocolate milk with a hint of coffee, which I personally enjoyed. They typically serve gelato here, but it would not be ready till almost two hours after opening time. So no milkshakes or cold desserts were available in the morning this past Sunday (no worries, Ghirardelli is just a block away). I appreciate the variety of menu items offered here. But they really should communicate online that their gelato's not ready till two hours into the day. If there's one thing that irks me about an establishment, it's failure to communicate appropriately. Even though our recent visit was somewhat disappointing, I still gave 3 stars, assuming this was an off day for them.

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    A pop of zest!
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    Extraordinary Desserts

    Extraordinary Desserts

    3.8
    (3.9k reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    This is a rare 5 star review from me! A local restaurant that is far enough away from the tourist…read moreareas or downtown that you want to go for a nice sit down without a long wait or huge menu. The most impressive thing is the works of art that are deserts in the showcase. Knowing that the draw is the sweets I was pleasantly surprised that they have food, beer and wine to set up a nice full meal. Our order was so complete that we had to take home th desert that we camefor in togo boxes. if you are a soup or tomato love I highly suggest getting there cup of tomatoes soup and salad. my eyes popped out of my head when they brought me salad that seemed big enough for two people. With a side of smoked salmon I couldn't fit everything in. My partner had a sandwich that was bigger than the size of her head and a crazy nice strawberry spritzer. The cheesecake smob that I am I took home something that I took a a chance on because I am trying not to be a creature of habits. A lemon strudel cheesecake out of the refrigerator the next day is probably better freshly made. When I go back I will defiantly make space for everything. This is a hidden gem that I hope stays local and a tour bus dosen't stop at the front door.

    The desserts at both locations are indeed extraordinary. Every dessert is lush and decadent and…read moredefinitely a treat. This location is much smaller than the other and just as popular so it can feel hectic when busy. Highly recommend the Le Bette Noir, Black Velvet and The Viking cakes. You can't go wrong with anything you try here!

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    La Bete Noir, Dame Chocolate, and Dark Chocolate Fudge Cookie
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    Milk & Cookies

    Milk & Cookies

    4.2
    (78 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    Outdoor seating
    Kid friendly

    We loved the cookie and scoop combo here ($6.50). We sampled a few flavors and settled for the…read morebrown butter toffee with the cookies and cream cookie. It was such a sweet treat and makes me super tempted to come back again for this visit! The Royal Hawaiian cookie is calling out to me! The shop was clean and nice, not much seating though. The service was pleasant while we sampled and the portions were generous.

    Hiya B.UM.S., If you…read moreever find yourself wandering through Downtown San Diego with a sudden craving for fresh cookies or ice cream, I have a place you simply need to check out: Milk & Cookies. We stopped by recently and got incredibly lucky--there was no line in sight, so we walked right up to order! The Cookies: Gooey, Crisp, & Perfectly Balanced My wife decided to try a trio of cookies, picking out Snickerdoodle, Peanut Butter Reese's, and classic Chocolate Chip. They completely nailed the texture. Every single cookie hit that golden sweet spot--warm and gooey in the middle with just the right amount of crisp edge. What really stood out was the balance of ingredients. Chocolate Chip: Perfectly measured so you get sweet chocolate in every bite without feeling overwhelmed by chips. Peanut Butter Reese's: An absolute dream ratio of rich peanut butter to chocolate peanut butter cups. Snickerdoodle: Perfectly spiced, striking just the right "snicker-to-doodle" balance! Of course, we couldn't leave without trying the ice cream. I ordered a combination of Cookie Monster and Campfire in a single scoop. The portion size was remarkably generous--it completely filled up the small cup and delivered a fantastic mix of flavors. My wife went with a scoop combining Espresso Oreo and Mint & Chip, which she thoroughly enjoyed. Overall, these were easily some of the best desserts we've had in a very long time. Whether you're a local or just exploring the downtown area, Milk & Cookies is well worth a visit.

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    Cookies & Cream (Jumbo)
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    Milk & Cookies

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    Caffe Italia

    Caffe Italia

    4.1
    (1k reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

    First time having an affogato..... DELICIOUS!! Felt like I was visiting a little caffè in Italy…read more Service was great. They were very helpful and didn't rush us. The vibe inside was great. Nice & peaceful. #DiningWithTheAndersons #LittleItalySD #Italia #Affogato #Caffè

    After a stroll from the Wednesday farmer's market in Little Italy, I had a craving for Italian as…read morethe establishments nearby caught my interest. I've worked in Little Italy in the past but have never tried Caffe Italia. I got their Italian sandwich, with the default bread being focaccia. Inside there were prosciutto, salami, ham, provolone, tomato, and house made balsamic vinaigrette. It had a good balance of deli meats, and the focaccia bread was thick to hold it all together. I thought it was tasty as well as their coffee, however my coffee wasn't filled up all the way. It is strong and their roast is bold! I liked it a lot, although a lunch meal can get costly so it would just be from time to time if I were to revisit. Not only that, but they also have a small selection of gelatos which look pretty authentic like Spumoni! Other desserts I saw were mousse, tiramisu, cannoli, cheesecake, carrot cake, and rugelach. The cafe is small and the service may take a bit if you are waiting for the food, but overall, I enjoyed my coffee and sandwich.

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    New addition to our menu. Avocado Toast.
    New addition to our menu. Avocado Toast.
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    Capuccino
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