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    4.6 (5k reviews)
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    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!

    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. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The store is pretty small so can get quite cramped most of the time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 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.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Awesome, vibrant ice cream shop.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 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.

    1/2 gallon
    David H.

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

    Oreo como
    Jed O.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]A classic SF ice cream shop that families, dates, and friends would not hesitate to wait their turn for.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 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.

    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 !

    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?!

    Terrence S.

    Lots of hype, and worth the try. I appreciate the many different flavors that are available, including classics as well as more creative and unique options. It's good that they allow samples. I had the espresso toffee crunch and I like the strong coffee flavor and the crunch gives it a good contrast in texture. I do wish the scoop was a little bigger, but otherwise I wouldn't mind coming again in the future when I'm in the area.

    Thai tea milk shake
    Billy T.

    A San Francisco staple for ice cream wooo! (Near as delicious as Marco Polo's Gelato hehe) Mitchell's has a notoriously long wait time with regulars exclaiming that wait times are nearly 30-1hr, so freezing outside is worth the wait (or... just wait in your cars, huddle up with your ice cream date, etc) I wasn't expecting a bunch of unique flavors and even HALO HALO?! (Filipino shaved ice) will have to come here again on a slower day.... My only qualm is that everyone WILL try all the flavors, you'll be served in bodega style fashion with numbers called out when you get a paper number, so please don't wait outside. There's no line!!! It'll go by relatively fast when people give up on the wait, so patience is key here :) This time around I got.... Thai tea milk shake I kid you not, bang for your buck for $9 you get nearly 4 scooops of ice cream packed into something that'll bring the boys to the yard (one scoop of ice cream here is $6) delicious creamy, tea based goodness that makes me want to come here again for this, did take a while to make though. Expect a 5 minute wait ontop of waiting for your number

    Small but annoying leafy thing in the durian ice cream

    Great flavors. At least 3 different coconut ice cream flavors. I would have given five stars but the Dorian ice cream had ice crystals, one, the size of a pinto being, and a small piece of leafy matter.

    Menu 1/2026
    Joey W.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Came on a Friday night and it was pretty crowded but it moved quickly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The ice cream is creamy and they have a lot of flavors. Ube - you know they don't use food coloring when the color is more subtle which I appreciated. Tropical4 - love the mix of fruit flavors and it balanced each other well.

    Menu Outside
    Tanya T.

    First time here. Delicious ice cream, many options to choose from. I chose from the vegan list and that coconut and coffee flavors served as a delicious pairing with the rootbeer to make my float. I picked up a bag of Italian hazelnut biscuits that were deliciously creamy and filled with hazelnut at every bite. Service was good based on the lines. Can't wait to visit again!

    Strawberries N' Cream
    Bubu N.

    On a Friday night, my ticket number was 35 and they had just called number 15. When they finally called my number the machine was at 58. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place has a constant traffic for a reason.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I probably waited idk 40 minutes for my ice cream. I walked around and luckily came back on time because they are very quick with moving on to the next number if you aren't nearby! [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is nostalgic to me and I'm glad to see that nothings changed![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I haven't had a single bad flavor here. My family loves the durian and macapuno! I always vouch for their classic flavors cookies and cream, rocky road, etc. they actually fill the whole cone with ice cream, it's not like baskin Robbins or other shops where u can't enjoy the cone cause u finish the ice cream by the time u get to it. I got strawberries n cream this time. Simple n classic. The texture is unmatched.

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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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