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Polly Ann Ice Cream Ice cream shop
Experience a San Francisco legend in the heart of the Financial District. Polly Ann Ice Cream brings over 70 years of artisanal tradition to Pine Street, featuring our famous rotating menu of 500+ globally-inspired and classic flavors. From signature Asian-inspired treats like Durian and Black Sesame to timeless favorites, we offer a scoop for every palate. Can’t decide? Spin our iconic "Big Wheel" and let fate choose your next favorite flavor. Perfect for a midday treat, office catering, or a sweet escape in the city.
Powder Ice cream shop
Petite sweet shop serving Taiwanese shaved snow with local & organic ingredients.
Salt & Straw Ice cream shop
Our Hayes Valley scoop shop is nestled amongst the vibrant neighborhood’s cultural landmarks, creative boutiques, and homegrown restaurants, one block from Patricia’s Green park—the former Central Freeway space that’s now an urban oasis home to rotating public art installations. Once a neglected district of San Francisco, Hayes Valley has experienced a resident-led renaissance of public arts and creative land use, becoming a cultural hub of the city. Come grab a scoop and explore the area’s highlights, from the SFJAZZ Center and Asian Art Museum to the San Francisco Symphony and the stunning Beaux-Arts edifice of the San Francisco City Hall.
Salt & Straw Ice cream shop
Our Fillmore scoop shop is located in Pacific Heights on historic Fillmore Street, surrounded by the neighborhood’s painted Victorian-style homes, jewel-box boutiques, and celebrated restaurants. Pacific Heights has its own microclimate, so when much of the city is hidden in fog, our shop offers perfect ice cream weather! Follow the sun and sample your way through our San Francisco-inspired flavors and take in the panoramic views of the city, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Alcatraz Island from nearby Lafayette and Alta Plaza Parks.
San Francisco's Hometown Creamery Ice cream shop
Farm to cone ice cream made 100% from scratch on-site. Located in the heart of the Inner Sunset commercial corridor leading into Golden Gate Park, the shop balances both a uniquely San Francisco vibe with cozy neighborhood elements and international flair. Owned and operated by two local brothers, the shop offers signature classic flavors as well as a constantly rotating flavor list that offers seasonal, and globally inspired flavors. Aside from ice cream you can find homemade baked goods like churros, cookies, brownies and rice Krispy treats as well as traditional ice cream shop classics like Root beer floats, ice cream sandwiches and sundaes.
San Francisco’s Hometown Creamery Ice cream shop
Farm to cone ice cream made 100% from scratch. The sister location to the flagship in the Inner Sunset, this bright and airy scoop shop with a back patio is located in the heart of Hayes Valley in the PROXY development. Owned and operated by two local brothers, the shop offers a unique take on both their fixed, signature flavors as well as the seasonal and globally inspired flavors that appear on their rotational menu. Classic baked treats, floats, affogatos and shakes are also on the menu.
Scoops Sweets & Soda Ice cream shop
Step into a nostalgic soda shop experience with hand-scooped ice cream, fizzy floats, and beloved Fairmont classics like the Banana Bonanza Banana Split and Coffee Crunch Cake.
Smitten Ice Cream Ice cream shop
Churning the Freshest & Creamiest Ice Cream with our proprietary Brrr® Machines & liquid nitrogen!
Swensen's Ice cream shop
Established in 1948, Swensen's is your local ice cream shop in San Franciso, Calfornia. We are the original location of the Swensen's franchise. At our shop, everything is made fresh and in-house, with all the flavors you can think of: from the original favorites like Chocolate, Vanilla, and Strawberry to popular flavors like Raspberry, Coffee, and Mint. Stop by today to enjoy a cone or cup!
The Baked Bear Ice cream shop
The Baked Bear specializes in custom ice cream sandwiches where customers can mix and match baked from scratch cookies and brownies for the top and bottom and choose their favorite ice cream flavor in the middle!
The Ice Cream Bar Ice cream shop
Old-fashioned, made-to-order treats like custom sodas, hand-shaken milkshakes & sassafras root beer.
The Original Ghirardelli Chocolate & Ice Cream Shop Ice cream shop
Home of the World Famous Hot Fudge Sundae! Visit a Ghirardelli Ice Cream and Chocolate shop for a delicious Ghirardelli chocolate experience. Enjoy a World Famous Hot Fudge Sundae made with handmade Ghirardelli Hot Fudge. There are a variety of sundaes available including the new Non-Dairy Hot Fudge sundae with Non-Dairy Hot Fudge! Plus an array of shakes, hot cocoas, coffees, baked goods and more! Shop an assortment of exclusive Ghirardelli gifts including our 80ct gift bags, grab & go bags, bars, keepsakes and more. Stop by the Pick & Mix station for a one of a kind experience! Find all Ghirardelli squares flavors you love , including your seasonal favorites and create a one of a kind gift for you or the chocolate lover in your life.
Twirl & Dip Soft Serve Ice Cream Truck Ice cream shop
Hello Guys. We have re-opened! You can check the schedule from Google, Yelp and Our website. PS. Please wear mask to place orders. Stay safe and healthy.
Twirl and Dip ice cream truck Ice cream shop
We are an ice cream truck in San Francisco. Our truck is known for Staus organic soft serve and our signature dark chocolate dip. Our regular hours is at 1 pm - 5 pm on Friday and Sunday in Golden Gate Park; and 12 pm - 3 pm on Thursday and 12 pm - 5:30 pm on Saturday at Presidio Tunnel Tops
Two Spoons Creamery Ice cream shop
Two Spoons makes the best No Sugar Added Ice Cream, Gluten Free Ice Cream and Keto Ice Cream. Every low carb pint is rich, creamy, soft out of the freezer and filled with delicious mix-ins like brownies, marshmallows and salted caramel. Order Pints via DoorDash, UberEats or GrubHub and pick up/get delivery at this location until LATE NIGHT. We don't offer scoops here, but what's a pint if not a giant scoop anyway. :) Our flavors include: Rocky Road Ice Cream Caramel Swirl Ice Cream Fudgy Brownie Ice Cream Strawberries and Cream Ice Cream Vanilla Ice Cream Mint Chip Ice Cream All of which are: -All Natural -Extra Creamy -Zero Sugar Added -Keto -Low Carb -Gluten Free -Grain Free -Egg Free
Uji Time Dessert Ice cream shop
Uji Time Dessert opened its first pop up store in April 2016 and is known for being the first dessert shop in the Bay Area to serve taiyaki soft serve! The pop up was a great success because of its authenticity. Uji Time Dessert has transformed itself into a full scale dessert franchise. From black sesame soft serve ice cream to yuzu passion fruit scoop ice cream, the dessert shop features Asian-inspired ice cream flavors and more. Depending on the season, Uji Time Dessert also features limited edition seasonal flavor each month such as strawberry rose or sakura soft serve, which is most popularly featured during Cherry Blossom Season. Uji Time Dessert's ice cream pints can also be found in 50+ grocery stores around the Bay Area!
Uji Time Dessert Ice cream shop
Uji Time Dessert opened its first pop up store in April 2016 and is known for its Taiyaki soft serve. The pop up was a great success because of its authenticity. Uji Time Dessert was the first dessert store selling taiyaki soft serve in the Bay Area. Uji Time Dessert has transformed itself into a full scale dessert cafe, from Fish Cone (taiyaki), black sesame soft serve, lychee ice cream mochi, Matcha Latte, Earl Grey puddings, to Hojicha and Genmaicha ice cream. Depending on the season, Uji Time Dessert offers limited production seasonal flavors, such as strawberry rose and lavender in soft serve or ice cream. In 2022, Uji Time Dessert expanded its footprint to Seattle, Washington and Albuquerque, New Mexico.
icu deli &ice cream Ice cream shop
Discover ICU Deli & Ice Cream, where San Francisco's heart meets culinary passion. Our menu showcases exceptional deli classics and indulgent homemade ice cream delights. Whether craving a savory sandwich or a sweet treat, we've got you covered. Experience the best from the comfort of your home. Place your online order now!
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