Vedder's

4.7 (124 reviews)

Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Vegan, Gluten-Free

Open • 12:00 pm - 8:30 PM

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Mikey H.

I was traveling with a friend who has diabetes. Fortunately he's on the lower end so monitoring his sugar and carbohydrate levels is important. But since I was on vacation, I was in the mood for ice cream. Searching around, we were near Vedder's. Read over the history and WOW! What a great concept to work from and create a frozen dessert that appeals to everyone. Daveed got a mini chocolate ice cream. He said there was a delicate coconut flavor but overall, really good! I had to have an ice cream sandwich. I ordered chocolate chip cookies and salted caramel ice cream. Soooooooooooo Good! There were other flavors that sounded inviting and will have to wait for another day! There are some small tables out front which is nice. The shop is located in the Old Town center which is really cool, a little touristy but hey, I'm on vacation. In my excitement, I missed the doggy cookies that were for sale. But Cako did get a small taste of the ice cream. Cako Approves!

Patricia U.

1st off I've never had vegan icecream, my error; thought it was a dairy icecream shop. $8 small cup of banana fosters. It was tasty. No refined sugar used, dates are used to sweeten it. It wasn't bad but I'm not sure if I would try it again. Very good customer service. Cute little shop with quite a few flavors to offer.

Nikita K.

I've been to one other place like this and really enjoyed it, but this one is even better. First of all, it's tucked away on a charming little street filled with shops and cafés. The menu offers a wide variety of unique flavors,We decided on the Matcha Lavender and the Mango Berry. The Mango Berry tasted very homemade and fresh, with real mango and berry flavor and a touch of syrup that worked nicely. The Lavender Matcha was even better--super rich and creamy, and best of all, not overly sweet like at many ice cream shops. The service was fine, and I loved the design of the place; it felt like a cozy wooden café you'd find in a resort town.

Hannah G.

Dairy free + gluten free HEAVEN! I was so excited to try Vedder's! The staff was super friendly, and I loved that you could customize your ice cream cookie sandwich with whatever flavor you choose. The ice cream sandwich was HUGE, so my husband and I definitely could have shared one, but we were both excited to try our own flavors.

We go to Vedders every once in a while because my daughter is lactose intolerant. The ice cream is good and we like the ingredients they use. We usually get scoops but this time we ordered a pint. When we got home, the pint wasn't even filled to the top. Also, there was a whole air pocket inside the pint. My guess that there was only 2/3 of the pint filled. I emailed Ashley but have not received a response so I'm posting here. Just wanted clarification so we know not to order a pint again if this is the usual pint they sell and for everyone else to know what to expect.

Elisa G.

Janae is so sweet and the ice cream is all gluten free and vegan. She's very cute and extremely generous with samples so I love coming in here.

Nijole T.

The ice cream here is absolutely delicious, the ice cream sandwich is even better! You could never tell that they are gluten-free and good for you, which makes it even better! Service was wonderful, and my entire family enjoyed it. Our favorite, ice cream shop and San Clemente !

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Molly E.

I had been to vedders once before and was impressed with their gluten free, vegan, and refined sugar free ice creams & cookies. The cookies are ESSENTIAL Equally as special as their yummy treats is their mission! "Vedder discovered that cane sugar causes the brain to rot - sugar addiction, decreased cognition, tension, depression, dementia, and memory loss were side effects of its consumption. She began working on her vegan recipes, sweetened with dates and maple syrup, right away. Vedder's husband, Justin, was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson's in 2014 and developing healthy eating plans has been crucial to slowing the progression of the disease. Each ice cream flavor caters to his plan as a limited ingredient dessert option." A portion of their sales goes to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's research too! I hope you'll all have a chance to visit to savor the treats and show support

Starr E.

Service with a smile! Absolutely delicious!! Super creamy, sugar free, gluten free vegan ice cream. I got the chocolate ice cream with peanut butter chocolate chip cookie to make an ice cream sandwich. I haven't had an ice cream sandwich in 10 years!! I'm gluten free and 90 percent fruitarian and vegan. I tried the lemon bar ice cream as a tester & that one was super good as well. I was so excited to read my vegan friend Molly's review and find this because of her Yelp review. Thank you Molly!!! More people need to find this Gem of a place and discover pure bliss!! The server Zo was so nice and she allowed me to try several ice creams before buying. I was super impressed with this place. It's so cute! A must try!!

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Kimiko H.

3 years ago

The chocolate chip itself is not bad, especially since it's vegan and gluten free making it a good option for people. However, it does taste like it has freezer burn and is not creamy like a ice cream making it fall apart really easy and hard hard to scoop. The size was falsely advertised and we were rung up for a regular despite the size of the cup being the same size as the mini. Will not be coming back :( read more

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Ashley V.

Kimiko, I was out of town for work and returned yesterday. My…

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WOW wow wow Ok, as a mama to kids with milk-protein allergies, maybe I'm a bit biased, or maybe it makes me a better judge of dairy-free ice creams, who knows, but this spot was remarkable. Not only is it adorably decorated in its cozy little store-front but the fact that it was not only vegan but ALSO gluten free put it above and beyond so many others. For autoimmune reasons we eat a very particular diet and I about died when I found this spot on our vacation. The employees were friendly and patient. The shop front cute and clean The flavor choices were great and we struggled to pick just two. Now I know next time to also leave with a pint as a parting gift to myself. Another thing I love? They make a donation from all of their sales to the Michael J Fox charity. Is there any more reason to love this place? I can't rave enough about it. Unfortunately my phone was dead so I didn't get to snap pics but please do yourself a favor and stop in here Luckily we are only a 45 min drive away and I WILL be back read more

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Ashley V.

Thank you so much for your touching comments. It really means so much…

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Neels H.

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Absolutely delicious. Our household consists of all kinds of crazy allergens and preferences so when we first tried the ice cream we were ecstatic! Initially we met the gorgeous owner and loved her enthusiasm of providing amazing quality treats for those with food sensitivities. Shared a pint of the cookie crunch and knew instantly we'd return. Today we had the opportunity of trying the ice cream sandwich and mini with cone. Both amazing. Served by a young employee who also had pride of his employer (hard to find these days). Cheering for the Vedders team and wish them well, they deserve it! read more

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Ashley V.

OMGoodness thank you for your compliments. It’s customers like you…

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Ting-Yu L.

4 years ago

Sweet ice cream shop with yummy ice cream!! Fresh and refreshing :) family's new ice cream spot!!! read more

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Justin G.

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So great to see a fully vegan ice cream shop!! Definitely coming back. The mint chip is made with spinach--which I love! read more

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The cookie dough ice cream is to die for! So nice to have all dairy free options for once instead of lost ice cream places where I have one option, if that. The girl working was really nice and helpful too. read more

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Ashley V.

Margaret, thank you for review. We are happy to hear you enjoy…

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Hugo A.

2 years ago

Should update hours if not gonna be open at posted times, drove down from Los Angeles on my day off to give this place a try and it was closed when I got there at 1pm but hours say 12-9 read more

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Ashley V.

Hugo, I’m so sorry. The updated hours are on Instagram. I’m updating…

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Andrew G.

4 years ago

Their peanut butter cup is killer, everything is sweetened with whole food sugars. Super nice and friendly staff. Highly reccomend! read more

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Colleen W.

2 years ago

Yummy ice cream. Our favorite in OC! Ice cream Sandwiches are the bomb and the non dairy milk shakes are a must. read more

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Jack M.

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Literally everything is great. Nice location in Old Town San Clemente, and walking distance to everything on Del Mar. it's amazing how delicious everything is on top of being vegan and gluten free!! read more

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Ashley V.

Thank you Jack for your nice comment. I’m so happy you enjoy it. We…

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Brooke G.

4 years ago

I have been gluten free + dairy free for about 7 years now and I always have the hardest time finding good (or any) desserts that are both gluten and dairy free. If you want delicious ice cream AND gluten free cones AND cookies, look no further than Vedder's. I was blown away. The man working there was super helpful and let me know confidently that his favorite flavor was coffee - which my husband loved. He also highly recommended the strawberry - as did the man carrying supplies to the back. I will go back, as it was not only delicious, but the man helping us and the other man in the shop were very helpful, nice and made us feel welcome. Thanks Vedder's! read more

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Ashley V.

Thank you so much for your feedback! We really appreciate it and…

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Dahlia G.

4 years ago

My absolute favorite treat spot! As a plant based Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, I love the less processed ingredients used, fresh, local produce incorporated, and gluten-free options!! I highly recommend Vedder's! read more

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Ashley V.

Thank you for your comment and cute photos! I hope to see you again…

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Jean G.

2 years ago

I went to Vedder's for the first time and had a cup of Cookie Dough Ice Cream. The taste was incredible; unlike any ice cream I'd ever had! This was REAL cookie dough, like a fresh homemade cookie, unlike any other. I will be returning to try other flavors.! read more

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Ashley V.

Thank you Jean!

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Ryan D.

4 years ago

Cute small vegan non dairy gluten free ice cream shop in Old Town area of San Clemente. Kate took care of me and my wife, very helpful in answering our questions and providing samples prior to our order. Good spot for dessert :) read more

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Sose K.

2 years ago

Happened upon this place while grabbing lunch in the same shopping center. I was so excited to learn their ice cream is gluten and (refined) sugar free. As someone who's had to cut those two out of my diet I never thought I'd be able to have ice cream. Their equipment was broken when we went in but the owner was so incredibly sweet. She had some frozen scoops available so we were able to try the salted caramel. It was so yummy and creamy! Even my husband who is not a fan of most "alternative" ingredients said he enjoyed it. Can't wait to be back and I hope their equipment is back up and running soon. read more

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Brian D.

5 years ago

Great place for folks with allergies! First place we have found with Gluten and dairy free waffle cones! https://www.findmeglutenfree.com/biz/vedders/6463147041488896 read more

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Sheila S.

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Vegan ice cream. Our kids were determined to get ice cream after dinner and before everything closed on a Sunday evening. Vedder's was the closest Ice cream shop. Little did they know that it was vegan. I've never had vegan ice cream before, so it was an experience for me. They weren't crazy about the texture, but I thought that the taste was still satisfying. We ordered the mint chocolate chip. read more

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Yaz G.

4 years ago

Cute place with healthy organic treats. Everything was delicious and the front girl is super sweet helping us. read more

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Cynthia W.

4 years ago

I love coming here for their yummy ice cream sandwiches .. all vegan! :) Definitely a must try if you are in San Clemente! read more

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Ashley V.

Thank you for your Yelp review! I’m so glad you enjoy Vedder’s. I…

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Kristin K.

2 years ago

Cutest ice cream shop in old town San Clemente. The "n"ice cream flavors are excellent. Strawberry and cookie dough are a personal favorite for me. The shop is clean, adorably appointed and the service was excellent. it's always fun to visit the shop and I love that this product is also available at other local organic stores as well. read more

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Ashley V.

Thank you Kristin for your thoughtful review!

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Bob N.

2 years ago

Vedder's ice cream is excellent!. They have lots of flavors. Several of us tried samples and everyone thought the samples they tasted were great. We all ordered immediately. We absolutely loved it! read more

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Ashley V.

Thank you Bob for your support and review. We appreciate it!

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Addison R.

2 years ago

Amazing ice cream and delicious ice cream sandwiches! The staff was so sweet and I loved the shop, the decor was so cute. Will definitely be going again soon!! read more

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Ashley V.

Thank you Addison! I’m so happy you enjoyed it.

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Heather S.

3 years ago

Amazing ice cream quality and taste, love having a healthier option when in San Clemente, but a smile when serving a customer who's never been here before goes a very long way! "Have a nice day" hits different with a transactional scowl vs. a smile. But will come back for the ice cream, 4 stars for quality of product! read more

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Ashley V.

I’m so sorry you had this experience. This is the first I’m hearing…

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Jovanna V.

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Great service and delish icecream!! I'm dairy and gluten free so this place is a dream!!!! read more

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Jonathan H.

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My wife, son and I were dining nearby and decided to drop in for ice cream. My wife and I shared 4 flavors of ice cream: Coconut Macadamia Nut, Mint Chip, Peanut Butter Chocolate, and Strawberry. The ice cream was rich, creamy and delicious and they were big scoops. My son was equally happy with his Mint Chip ice cream. The store has nice tables to sit at outside and the woman who served us the ice cream was very friendly. When we're in the area we'll be back! read more

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Ashley V.

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Rachel W.

4 years ago

As someone who is gluten free and dairy for you I feel very represented and seen by this amazing desert institution. 10/10 get your buns here now read more

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Ashley V.

You are the sweetest Rachel W! Thank you so much for your review!

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Justine O.

3 years ago

Was craving some ice cream after watching the sunset at TStreet and came across Vedder's, with 5 star reviews it HAD to be delicious. Sad to say, it was nothing of the sort . I got my son two scoops (mini scoops) with a cone and got 2 scoops in a cup. My son was not a fan at all, and I ended up tossing it after 2 attempted tries. The only reason I finished most of mine was the fact that I had just spent almost 20 bucks on the smallest scoops of ice cream ever! Needless to say, we ended up going back to Main Street for ice cream. I gave them two stars because it's a cute little ice cream shop and the worker was kind. read more

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Ashley V.

Hello! We are a non-dairy ice cream company without cane sugar. Our…

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Stephanie P.

5 years ago

I found Vedders Ice Cream at the farmers market & so glad I did! I usually enjoy making my own but sometimes I just like to purchase ice cream to enjoy. Except there's never an ice cream that has the ingredients I was looking for. Until now! This ice cream is so delicious & I already can't wait to try the others flavors, read more

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Ashley V.

Happy you stumbled upon us! Come by our little shop, whenever you're…

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Noelia D.

3 years ago

Our family love this healthy and guilt free icecream,the cookies are hard to believe that they are vegan,best cookies we tried for a loooong time. We go there often to see that everything is hand made with love and dedication .totally recommended it . N.D read more

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Ashley V.

Thank you Noelia! So sweet of you and I’m so glad you enjoy Vedder’s…

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Rox S.

4 years ago

This a yummy healthy desert for the whole family. No surprises added,you won't find red #3 hidden behind the strawberries. Go for it. I read more

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Shelley R.

2 years ago

YUMMIEST & HEALTHIEST SWEETS IN OC!!! Their cookie ice cream sandwiches are SO DELISH and addicting!!! So many flavored ice creams to choose from. Dairy free/gluten free/refined sugar free/dye free and ALL ORGANIC!!! Finally a business that actually cares what they serve their customers! We need more food options like this!!! read more

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Ashley V.

Thank you so much for your thought intentional comments! I really…

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Nicky G.

2 years ago

We love Vedder's! It's so nice to finally find an ice cream that is made with clean ingredients! The staff is incredible and they're very helpful and knowledgeable on the product! I love that all the ice cream is made in house and with organic ingredients! Definitely my favorite ice cream in the area! read more

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Ashley V.

Thank you Nicky! So very nice of you!

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Glenn B.

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Excellent vegan ice cream in old town San Clemente. Really good flavors and great consistency. Friendly service too. Highly recommend!

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I love ice cream cookies and was thrilled to find a gluten-free option. The cookies are homemade and aren't too heavy, which is great. I actually don't like the huge ice cream cookies that make you feel like you ate a whole meal. The portion size for these are perfect. In my opinion, the chocolate chip cookie with vanilla ice cream is a wonderful combination. The owner is super kind and helpful. It's nice that you can try samples here. Would recommend! read more

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Ashley V.

Thank you Elsie for your kind review and input. I’m so glad I had…

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Alex I.

4 years ago

I have many allergies and when I make my way down here there's no better ice cream place to go to then vedders. They're accommodating and declious with a kind staff. We leave here feeling happy with no inflammation and no bloating. We love Vedders! read more

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Ashley V.

Thank you Alex! Not feeling sick after eating dessert is the best!…

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Laura S.

3 years ago

Favorite ice cream ever! The ingredients are pure, healthy and delicious. Strawberry and salted caramel are my personal favorite flavors.

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Jeremy L.

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4 years ago

Great staff! They are so nice. Ice cream is good. Lilyan and taryn were so awesome!!!

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Ashley V.

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Amy L.

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Ahhh, I'm very disappointed in my experience here. I am giving three stars because I appreciate the concept of their store. However, it could have been executed better yesterday. I hate giving poor reviews, but this will give some insight into the shop to improve! First, I understand gluten-free/vegan is a HARD thing to do, and for someone like myself who must eat gluten & dairy free, I greatly appreciate the option. But.... let's say the ice cream tasted like it had freezer burn, the flavor we wanted to try was completely frozen, the "cookie ball" was too frozen to eat, and it also tasted like it had freezer burn. The "fudge" to add on top was not worth the extra $1 due to my inability to taste it. We had a regular scoop with a cookie dough ball and an ice cream cookie sandwich, which cost $22. If this were an excellent experience, I'd happily pay that price. But unfortunately, we left feeling ripped off and wished we hadn't come. Big bummer. read more

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Michelle T.

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4 years ago

Sooo happy to finally have an ice cream shop dedicated to those with food allergies! So yummy and such a cute place

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Ashley V.

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Aslinda D.

4 years ago

Best vegan ice cream with no refined sugar! So hard to find, not only, good/delicious vegan ice cream, but healthy too!! Will be back soon!

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Ashley V.

Thank you so much for your sweet and helpful review!

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111 W Avenida Palizada
Ste 202
San Clemente, CA 92672
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(949) 338-9199
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Hours

What time does Vedder's open?

Vedder's opens at 4:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Vedder's opens at 12:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Vedder's close?

Vedder's is closed on Monday.Vedder's closes at 8:30 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Vedder's closes at 9:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon ClosedTue-Thu 4:00 PM - 8:30 PMFri 4:00 PM - 9:00 PMSat 12:00 PM - 9:00 PMSun 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Payment methods

Does Vedder's take credit cards?

Yes, Vedder's takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Vedder's have catering options?

Yes, Vedder's does have catering options.

Does Vedder's have a drive thru?

No, Vedder's does not have a drive thru.

Does Vedder's serve alcohol?

No, Vedder's does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Vedder's allow dogs?

Yes, Vedder's allows dogs.

Does Vedder's have TVs?

No, Vedder's does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Vedder's have bike parking?

Yes, Vedder's has bike parking.

Does Vedder's have outdoor seating?

No, Vedder's does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Vedder's have parking?

Yes, Vedder's has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Vedder's wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Vedder's is wheelchair accessible.

Does Vedder's have free WiFi?

Yes, Vedder's has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Vedder's Sweets is San Clemente's newest sweet shop, located in Old Town San Clemente. All of our nice creams are vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO, and sweetened only with organic dates and/or maple syrup! We cater to those with dietary restrictions and health conscious sweet tooths.

History

Established in 2019.

After a trip to the local frozen yogurt shop left Vedder's founder, Ashley Vedder, and her family with belly aches and a sleepless night, Vedder had an epiphany. Why on Earth was it so difficult to find a non-dairy ice cream without cane sugar that would leave dessert advocates feeling healthy and guilt-free? Not to mention, one that actually tasted like real ice cream? After in depth research, Vedder soon discovered that cane sugar has been determined to cause the brain to rot - sugar addiction, decreased cognition, tension, depression, dementia, and memory loss were side effects of its consumption. She began working on her vegan recipes, sweetened with dates and maple syrup, right away.

Meet the Business Owner: Ashley V.

We are so excited to make Vedder's Sweets' home base in the beautiful town of San Clemente! We've been received with warm welcomes and happy smiles. Thank you for allowing us to bring happiness to your bellies with our limited ingredient organic recipes.

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Went here 5 minutes after 12, and they were not ready at all. No ice cream was in the case and she…read moresaid "sorry, we're not done with our set up." If you're going to open at 12, be ready at 12. I felt very unwelcome. Oreo ice cream was good though.

They had so many appealing flavors and the consistency of the ice cream was just right. The…read moreemployee that helped us was very patient and let us try a few before we settled on banana nutella and coffee. We also really liked the oreo one. Highly recommend checking this place out if you're in the area, we will definitely be back!

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Best ice cream you could get in the area. But most first timers make a huge mistake. They order the…read moresoft serve instead of the bar! What makes South Swell great are the flavor combinations that they create for toppings. The actual ice cream is just vanilla or chocolate ice cream. You are coming for the toppings. If you get the bar, the toppings are more evenly distributed and presented the way they should be for the best flavor experience. My favorite is the Bomb Fire bar. They dip the ice cream bar in chocolate and coat it in graham cracker. Then top it with marshmallow that they literally toast with a flame. Then the ice cream cools the marshmallow so it doesn't drip but instead makes a perfectly delicious coating of toasted marshmallow. Service is always good and don't let a line deter you.

I've been waiting to try this place!! The instagram is what got me! I will say though, it just…read moredidn't hit the spot for me. It's not that it was yummy, it just wasn't my thing and maybe it's what I ordered! I got the soft serve with peanutbutter, butterfinger, dipped in chocolate with coconut toppings and to me the soft serve just isn't the kind of soft serve I love. I LOVE chickfilas soft serve and this was just a different consistency and taste. I also am a huge topping person so I wanted more toppings and it just wasn't that way. However, my partner got the bar, and he loved it! So maybe I should have gone that way! Friendly staff, all was quick! Would come again to try one more time because I do want to like it!

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The Castaway

Cup: chocolate with chocolate dip and Oreo. 10/10

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Oreo and strawberry bar.

Lucky Dog Gelato

4.8(193 reviews)

0.7 mi

Delicious, super cute, SUPER DOG FRIENDLY and fun flavors!…read more Street parking on the man drag in San Clemente.

I stopped at Lucky Dog Gelato in San Clemente after finding it on Google Maps and seeing the good…read morereviews. Unfortunately, my experience was very disappointing. We were visiting from Los Angeles and went out of our way to drive there because of the ratings. When we arrived, we asked if we could taste a couple of flavors before ordering. The employee seemed very hesitant and repeatedly mentioned that they are a small business, as if providing a small sample was a problem. The sample that was given was extremely tiny, and the overall attitude felt unfriendly and unwelcoming. What made the experience worse was the disrespectful tone toward customers who were simply trying to decide what to order. Trying a flavor before buying gelato is very common, and most places are happy to offer small samples. Instead, we felt like we were bothering the staff just by asking. Based on this experience, I would not recommend this place. The service left a very negative impression, and unfortunately I would not return.

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Death by Chocolate and Pistachio in a large

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Yummy gelato

Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream

4.2(109 reviews)

3.1 mi

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Always a fun experience coming over to Handel's ice cream. I usually like to pre-order online…read moreunfortunately not all of their menu is available on online including their Sundae. They have a Sundae kit so that's a little frustrating. Today I went in person and ordered a banana split. It comes with the traditional, vanilla, strawberry chocolate, ice cream plus pineapple, cherry, strawberry toppings, and bananas. You can choose other flavors if you would like. The order takers are super friendly and nice although they are very chatty in the prep area when they're scooping ice cream it's a bit distracting. There's some seating out front and lots of parking. It gets busy in the spring and summer. The banana split was probably one of the best I've had in a very long time. And it's definitely something you could share.

The most delicious ice cream in SC (in my opinion) There are so many flavors and combinations to…read morechoose from. You can expect a line, but the staff works hard to keep it moving. There are a few shaded tables if you're lucky enough to snag one. Graham Central Station is my go-to!

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Open Mother's Day 11am-10pm

Birthday Cake Ice Cream Every bite is a celebration!

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Oreo mint chocolate chip milkshake

Active Culture

A cute little spot in San Clemente, this place embodies everything I imagine in a beach city gem…read more The Nachos are hefty in both portions and flavor. Everything worked well together, and omg that Cheese pull. What this place IS, IS because of the details. The setup, the décor, the AMAZING workers and how cheery and helpful they were... the cucumber/lemon water, the samples of yogurt while you wait, and the hot sauce options, all make for an enjoyable experience. Good food can be found anywhere, but when you pair that with an atmosphere that is both soothing, welcoming, and charming... you've got a home run. Oh speaking of details? WHAT IS GOING ON WITH THE MUSIC? I don't know if it's like this everyday but the oldies playing ties everything together. Summers here have got to be magical that hit on beach city nostalgia. They've got alcohol. What? So you know we had to try what they had on draft. This Active Culture location is pretty popular too, because as I write this. People are pouring in, and door dashers are picking up. Winner. Winner. Fresh ingredient dinner.

The space felt cozy and casually charming with a coastal bohemian aesthetic that fit San Clemente…read moreperfectly. Dining tables inside, but most sit in the small outdoor patio tucked neatly into the front corner of this cafe; ideal for sunny days and people-watching. For this visit, I opted for a beverage (no food). Oh, and I did fro-yo tastings too. THE DRINK. - Orange Creamsicle Shake. Sweet, creamy, and citrusy with a subtle tang that nailed the nostalgic creamsicle flavor. Highly recommend! THE PARKING. Street parking was available nearby, but we had to pay attention to the posted time limits because it seemed a little complicated (to me, at least). THE VERDICT. Loved the orange creamsicle shake, but I also spotted a date shake on the menu, which only means another visit is needed!

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Friends enjoying a salad and some Avo Toast on our patio

Big Salad

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Golden Spoon Frozen Yogurt

4.0(86 reviews)

0.9 mi

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I think GS is so much better than all the other fro yo stores and the employees are always nice and…read morevery happy to be here! I think this would be a fun place to work if I could eat yogurt samples all day! I forgot to take pictures, sorry, I will go back soon and add photos

Love this place! The Salted Caramel, Cake Batter, and Tart are delicious. The fruit is very fresh…read more Lots of cool topping options as well - such as chocolate fudge, peanut butter sauce, and marshmallow fluff!

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Menchie's - San Clemente

4.1(77 reviews)

1.9 mi

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This place is great. Yeah it's a little pricey, but it's a frozen yogurt franchise in friggin san…read moreclemente. They gotta keep the doors open. But their product, and their staff are well worth it. Super good stuff, a myriad of ways to make a veritable masterpiece, and super sweet people behind the counter. I highly recommend hitting them up in Friday's when Matthew is working. He's a really nice dude, always wears an ear to ear smile, and is always making you feel like it's a great spot to be. Which is rare for any franchise. The owner is a nice lady too.

The day was late and I got this as a result of hunger and I have to say I was happy I did the place…read morewas clean the staff was friendly and I got a good amount of yogurt goodness. I tried the sour-tasting flavor and I went with toffee on top and cookies on the side yummy.

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Menchies mix

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Topping Bar

Caterina’s

2.9(581 reviews)

0.7 mi

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Conveniently located across from the pier. It offers several options for food and pastries. Their…read morecoffee/drink menu is ambitious. I appreciate the amazing staff for everything they are doing here. I made the mistake of sitting near a water bowl for pets. My daughter was bitten by mosquitoes while eating. Additionally, I did not appreciate one of the locals allowing their pet to roam while we ate.

Absolutely terrible experience. The owner was incredibly rude and completely unprofessional…read more I had a coffee from next door, while my wife--who is 38 weeks pregnant--purchased a matcha from this shop. The moment we sat down, the owner came over and started yelling at us to leave because of my drink. Not a polite request--straight to hostility. There's a way to enforce policies, and then there's treating paying customers like garbage. Showing zero patience or basic human decency, especially toward a visibly pregnant customer, is unacceptable. If this is how they treat people, I would strongly recommend staying away. Plenty of other places nearby that actually value their customers.

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Iced matcha with oat milk and sugar-free raspberry syrup

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Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard

I was early this weekend to an event in the area and decided to check out what was in this shopping…read morecenter. As soon as I pulled in and saw the RITAS sign, my mouth dropped open and I was repeating PLEASE BE OPEN! I looooooooooooove Rita's and none of the locations near me have survived. I was SO excited. I got a Vanilla wooooooter ice (iykyk) and it was everything I remember from the warm summer nights in Philly. I have a feeling I will be traveling down to Dana Point a lot now that I know this is here. The gal working was friendly and quick. I am already craving more!

Love Rita's, especially the location in Dana Point. The frozen custard is amazing and so are most…read moreof the Italian ice flavors. The owners of this location are the best/kindest and take care for their customers to be satisfied. Had a chocolate frozen custard and banana ice combo and it was absolutely the best combo I've ever had

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McConnell's Fine Ice Creams

4.6(105 reviews)

5.6 mi

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McConnell's Fine Ice Creams is a California-based ice cream chain that started in Santa Barbara and…read morenow has multiple locations throughout the Southern California area. This location is in the River Street Marketplace in San Juan Capistrano. Their selling point is that they make everything from scratch and do not use artificial flavors or preservatives. We got the double ($10.95) which allows for 1-4 flavors. We got the vanilla with california brittle, sea salt cream and cookies, santa barbara strawberry, and eureka lemon and strawberries. The scoops of each were pretty big and they were all good! My favorites were the sea salt cream and cookies (a popular flavor per the staff) and eureka lemon for its tart contrast to the other sweet flavors. They also offer dairy-free options, shakes, sundaes, floats, and ice cream sandwiches. They're more expensive than other brands but they use high-quality and local ingredients.

This brings back many sweet summer memories of my college days in Santa Barbara. Nice to see them…read morecontinue to expand outside the Central Coast! This location is at the River Street Marketplace. Parking is free for the first 45 minutes. You can also park elsewhere and walk over. It's a small scoop shop, but there is plenty of outdoor seating. Flavors are a mix of classic and creative. They did not have Chocolate Covered Strawberries, which was disappointing. But they have Earl Grey Tea & Shortbread Cookies. Smooth, creamy, with a mild citrus fragrance. The shortbread adds some buttery, chewy texture to it. Pricey but quality ice cream!

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Chocolate Fudge & Cookie (dairy free) single cup

Churro con Leche

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Monica V.

269

4 years ago

Love this as a local dairy free ice cream option. I have had their fresh scooped ice cream before which was great. I went in for a couple pints the other day to have on hand in event my sweet tooth wants ice cream. 2 things I suggest, maybe a seal on top of the ice cream because there was a gooey like film on top that had a tinge if frost bite taste. Second is maybe dating the pints so I know when it was scooped because the combination of the film along with no date led me to believe the ice cream may have been older? The strawberry was good and had a creamy texture once I got passed the film, but the mint chip (which is my favorite flavor) took quite a while to thaw and even when it did it was more flaky than creamy. 3 stars for fresh scoops but minus 2 for the to go pints, I was not impressed with the quality for $12 each.... read more

Daniela A.

120

3 years ago

I recently had the pleasure of visiting the vegan ice cream place in San Clemente, and it exceeded all my expectations. The flavors they offer are truly delicious, making it the best vegan ice cream I've ever tasted. What sets this place apart is not just the ice cream but also the exceptional attention to customer service. During my trip to San Clemente, discovering this place was a nice surprise. It has quickly become one of my absolute favorites. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and make a visit - you won't be disappointed! read more

Conan H.

5 years ago

Locate in Old Towne San Clemente this place is a gem! Finally yummy, clean, Ice Cream near the beach! Staff was super friendly and we ended up back within the hour for more. You can also get pints to bring home! The ice cream sandwiches were top notch. No doubt this is now a family favorite. Everyone from the Grandparents to the baby enjoyed it! Great job Vedder Family! read more

Michelle A.

3 years ago

We LOVE Vedder's! The only use the healthiest organic ingredients, and it gives us a non-dairy gluten free dessert option. The always offer fun flavors, so we can try something new when we go, but the strawberry is always amazing! We always make sure we get the strawberry to go so we have some in the freezer for a healthy midweek dessert option for the kids & hubby read more

Mayi K.

6 months ago

Was just at your store - your hours on Yelp say you are open at 12:00. Your hours at your storefront say you open at 4:00. Please adjust hours so they both reflect correct times. It was disappointing to drive all the way down to San Clemente to just turn back around. Thank you. read more

Kasey D.

228

3 years ago

DELICIOUS! So refreshing. So hard to choose a flavor, everything was so good. My boyfriend got their strawberry and a scoop of cookie dough. I ordered cookie dough and chocolate. We also got one of each of their cookies. Highly recommend! read more

Shelley K.

3 years ago

Best ice cream I have had in a while. I'm a picky Vegan...and this really passed my test. I have tried other products that claim to be the best and this one surpassed them by 1000%. I highly recommend you visit this store read more

Joshua V.

3 years ago

Love the ice cream and love the ice cream sandwiches!! Great staff and love that everything is made right there. We are lucky to have such an amazing family shop in south OC. read more

Justine D.

3 years ago

Love the ice cream so good and healthy the service was great and the owner was so nice. It was such a fun time to go during Christmas with all the lights. read more

Emily B.

3 years ago

So good!! Very cute shop, both my toddler and my dog enjoyed their treats! And nice for me to be able to get them something healthy that tastes great. read more

Alison M.

3 years ago

Absolutely delicious ice cream and love that everyone in my family can enjoy! We have some food allergies and sensitivity and this is a win win! read more

Jewel D.