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    4.6 (5k reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Lloyd C.

    My wife has been a fan of Mitchell's Ice Cream for awhile. I've just recently discovered them. A small and popular ice cream shop. They do have a small parking lot with maybe 15 spaces? NOTE: Make sure to take a number, as that is how they serve their customers. The service is friendly and they do their best to serve everybody quickly and politely. They have seasonal flavors so make note of that. Otherwise their ice cream is creamy, flavorful, and decent scoop sizes. I got a scoop of the seasonal flavor Cantaloupe (Summer) and my wife got a scoop of the New York Cherry. Support your local business.

    Josh M.

    If you're an SF native like I am, there's a good chance you've been here plenty of times but also that your parents and their parents also came here at some point. Mitchell's has been around since the 50s and won't be leaving anytime soon (hopefully). My personal favorite is mango but runner up is either Oreo cookie or grasshopper pie. Be prepared to have trouble finding parking and waiting in line for a while, but well worth the wait for this creamy treat!

    Michelle K.

    This was really some of the best ice cream I've ever had! Although you have to wait (be expected to wait and don't complain about it!) once you're in it goes really fast. It's always super packed ! It's worth the wait. The vibes and ambience inside are nice. You can get all different types of ice cream and snacks. We come here very frequently. My favorite is the almond ice cream.

    Single scoop of Ube
    Sharon S.

    A long-time staple in SF. I love that I can get Mitchell's in restaurants, at grocery stores, and at their flagship store. The last is always the best choice! As if dinner wasn't enough one night, we stopped by Mitchell's for dessert. Since we found parking, we decided to brave the chilly SF evening and enjoy our ice-cream onsite. The store is pretty small so can get quite cramped most of the time. They have an effective system in place though. Grab a number and wait for it to be called for your turn. We got the loudest, funniest server whose voice sounds more like it belongs on a radio station instead of cracking jokes at an ice-cream parlor. He was super-friendly and very generous with our scoops. I got the ube which is one of my faves. I asked to try the halo halo and it was surprisingly very similar to a halo halo dessert. I'll have to get this one next time. There are just so many flavors at Mitchell's. I always have a hard time deciding what to get.

    Abel A.

    Awesome, vibrant ice cream shop. Great service, staff are friendly and efficient even with the huge crowds.. Soooooooo many flavors. Pick your favorite or try something new. An SF Staple that never disappoints.

    Oreo Cookie
    Jeanette T.

    The absolute best ice cream in all of northern CA! Tropical 4 and cantaloupe in a cake one. This is hands down the best ice cream! Smooth and the flavors are perfection

    1/2 gallon
    David H.

    Busy place so expect to wait. Don't forget to grab a number ticket. Limited parking in the rear. Staff is friendly and a small place with a bench or two on the outside. Ice cream options are plentiful. Taste test before committing. Overall, a good old school spot for old school ice cream.

    Coconut pistachio caramel Waffle cone
    atieh h.

    came here and got the caramel ice cream, and it was absolutely amazing! The sweetness was spot on and the waffle cone was so delicious. We also tried the coconut and pistachio. The coconut was great, but unfortunately, the pistachio had a weird flavor kind of like cough syrup (expectorant) so I wouldn't recommend that one. Other than that, everything was perfect, and the staff were super friendly!

    A delectable treat from Mitchell's
    Brent M.

    If you're into frozen milk, this certainly is a place to enjoy it! The cornucopia of flavors is staggering. I believe they've been around since 1953. I myself have been going in there since 1984. I'm not really into much dairy, a little cheese from time to time and the occasional child's scoop. But as far as ice cream, you scream, there's no place better on the planet. I'm sure! I mean, avocado ice cream? Shut up, hand me a spoon! Take home a large handpacked portion and forgo a small order. You see, a child's cup of coconut is $5.50 but a 1/2 gallon is $15. You see my point? Simply ask for a sample taste of anything you want for free and then run home and share a tub with friends, and family. My wife sent me in there for the DURIAN which to me smells and tastes like gasoline but it's a slice of Nirvana to her! Two heaping bowls, and she's still raving about it! Fuel for her soul. Parking could be very frustrating and it's always busy. There's one of those pull a number things like at a deli to keep the crowd controlled. Make sure to grab one when you walk in the door or you may set yourself back a handful of customers. But if you're getting a tub to go, there's a special line for that, like a quick service register. Maybe grab a box of cones too to save on dirty dishes back at the crib!

    Oreo como
    Jed O.

    A classic SF ice cream shop that families, dates, and friends would not hesitate to wait their turn for. At peak hours, there can be up to 25+ parties waiting, but their service is efficient, kind, and fast. Definitely worth checking out if you are in the SF area visiting or living and haven't tried! There are plenty of ice cream options, and there certainly will be one for you. 5/5 - Cookies and Cream/Macapuno - Not too sweet! Macapuno is a rare ice cream flavor in SF, and Mitchell's nails it! Oreo Cookie is the shop's rendition of cookies and cream, and it is one of my favorite places to get this flavor in SF. Both flavors were light and not too overpowering.

    Halo Halo
    Vivian H.

    Sunny Sunday afternoon, waited 30 mins to order, there were 14 #s ahead of me. Could have ordered online for pickup but I thought grabbing a number would be faster - I was wrong. Staff are super friendly and helpful once your number is called though! Have always enjoyed their ice creams but had gelato yesterday so wanted something different. Tried the halo halo dessert cup this time and whew it was a treat. It's gotta be at least 20 oz. and topped with ube ice cream. Glad I tried it - I love Taiwanese shaved ice - but this was too sweet for me, especially the jellies. I'd try it again if I could customize the toppings. The ice is pretty chunky too. My husband liked it a lot more though and could finish the whole thing himself if allowed. My favorite ice creams flavors here are hojicha grasshopper pie, Thai tea. Their coconuts, durian and lychee are also very good and true to their name - lychee is pretty sweet though. Don't think you can go wrong, plus they let you sample. Next time I think I'll try a banana split - when's the last time you've had one of those?!

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    Me Iz S.

    What's not to like about this ice cream place; a late dinner, a drive-by for an ice cream, pick up your ticket number, wait in line, you get called, you get the ice cream, you leave or sit or stand and enjoy the scoop!! Lots of flavors to choose from. A variety of cones to savor. Pints to buy! Basic ambiance. Order and be out. No chairs inside. Parking is a problem at the back, never enough spots. So have some who can go in to order while you watch the car!

    Shu Huan Y.

    This place is totally worth it. I'm not sure how long we waited but get yourself a ticket to the left right when you walk in. They will call your number then you'll be able to order. Parking is available in the back. I got Durian and NY cherry.. weird combo but those were the best I've had!! The durian had bits of durian and it was so so good. I wish I could buy 1/2 gallon or two if I lived here :)... macaopuno & sticky monkey was also pretty good. If you like coconut, macapuno is amazing. Halo halo is heavenly but less ice could be better next time !

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    Ask the Community - Mitchells Ice Cream

    Is the change to have no cake in the cream cakes a temporary change? We used to love them!

    Do you have any ice cream cakes pre-made or do you have to order ahead?

    Yes, Mitchell's has prepackaged ice cream.

    What are your most popular flavors?

    Mango and ube. Mitchell's makes the most amazing ice cream out of tropical fruits, but they also have conventional choices. My favorites are mango, buko (coconut) and Mexican chocolate. Seasonally I like their pumpkin and peppermint stick.

    Hi, Do you know how much grams of sugar in half a gallon of Pistacios flavor ice cream? Thank you!..…

    Maybe try calling them?

    Just wondering about the Ube color. I noticed it's not a deep purple like before. Is the flavor the same?

    Hi, Tam. Yes, everything is the same except the color. We switched to a natural purple color, and have not been able to find one that is as deep a purple as the artificial color we used for many years. The fruit is the same, though. We still… 

    When does your winter season start ? Looking forward for the Spumoni flavor

    Sorry for the delay in responding to your question. We usually start making our fall and winter flavors in October---we start making Spumoni in late October. Happy holidays! Linda Mitchell

    Do you sell pints and quartes?

    Yes: We sell pints for $7.80 and quarts for $10.95. Our ready pack half gallons are $11.49 which is a good deal.

    Are there any egg-free options available? My kids have an egg allergy. Thanks in advance.

    The only flavors with egg are French Custard Vanilla and Egg Nog. The rest are all egg free.

    What's the best ice cream cake combination?

    It depends on what your favorite flavors are. My husband loves the halo halo young coconut combination.

    Do they have dairy free? I need to know in the next five minutes!! It's an emergency. Please.

    Occasionally Mitchell's does. But Salt and Straw definitely does. If you prefer Mitchell's, call them.

    Can you add your store on Ubereats or Caviar or Doordash for home delivery?

    Hi, Robert. Thank you for your question. We were using DoorDash for deliveries, but had a few issues with them, so we stopped using them. We are in the process of signing up with Postmates, and should be listed on their site soon.… 

    How much per scoop and a pint or gallon?

    Our single scoops cost $4.15 on plain cone or cup. Pints are $7.40 and half gallons are $10.99. We do not sell by the gallon.… 

    Are there sugar free ice cream?

    Anton: Unfortunately we do not have sugar free ice cream.… 

    Hi, what gluten free options do you have?

    Hi, Barbara. Most of our ice cream is gluten free. The only flavors we make that contain gluten are Oreo, Grasshopper Pie, Chocolate Caramel Crackle, Cinnamon Snap and Horchata. Our sorbets are also gluten free. Happy holidays!… 

    Are there any dairy free options? If so, what are they?

    sorbet (it changes with the seasons)

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