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    Ocean Rainbow

    4.4 (232 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Cotton candy, burnt milk
    Sabrina G.

    Finally an affordable ice cream shop with yummy flavors! Cotton candy, burnt milk and cookie dough are 10/10!

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    Sara R.

    The food was good, but the customer service felt a bit awkward. The place was clean, though I did notice employees eating while working in front of customers, which was a bit strange. I'm not sure if I'll be coming back.

    Marie R.

    Wow this place is amazing! So much to choose from and so tasty. We ended up getting the strawberries with cream and mangoniada. Delicious!

    Their version of vanilla ice cream
    Huong N.

    This place is so affordable! Single scoop in a cup was just 2.50! However if your transaction is under 10 dollars they do charge you a 50 cent credit card fee! So bring cash! I tried their classic vanilla which looked like a mango but trust me it's so goooood!! Also tried the burnt milk and it reminds me of a horchata and a big red gum!

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    Addy W.

    A friend recommended this spot, and we are now best friends!! The sorbet was aaammmaaazzzzinnngg!!! Unlike most sorbets that's ridiculously sweetened with sugar... this was truly like I was indulging in the actual fruit. I will definitely be back!

    Winny H.

    Cute little Mexican ice cream store located in Oceanside. They have many flavors to choose from. My favorites are rice, cotton candy, pineapple, and guava. One scoop was $1.75 and you can choose to have it in a cup or cone. Since it's been hot and humid these days there always a long line. Not a comfortable nor large area for sitting. Service was quick and you can get your ice cream fast.

    Pineapple and Cactus Juice sorbet at Ocean Rainbow!
    Amy T.

    Stopped in for some ice cream on a Sunday afternoon. There was only a small line. I was surprised at how many flavors there were to choose from! I'm a new transplant and was introduced to new flavors that I have never seen before, such as Mamey, a warm weather fruit. I tasted it, it was very good, subtle vanilla flavors. However, I was drawn to the vibrant sorbet colors. They had one called "Cactus Juice", whichI assumed by the color is Prickly Pear. I got a scoop of that and a scoop of Pineapple. The Cactus Juice was sweet and refreshing, a beautiful bright magenta. The Pineapple had small chunks in it which was awesome, and it was a night yellow. Both were deeee-lush and I can't wait to try their other flavors. Oh, and it was in the $2-3 price range. Unreal!!

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    9 years ago

    Love this place! Super yummy fruit and their rice ice cream is bomb! Will definitely be back:)

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    15 years ago

    Excellent ice cream at a good price. Clean and busy but the line goes quickly. Nice addition for O'side.

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    place has amazing flavors you do not find at most shops. Service is super fast and friendly. Would advise.

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    10 years ago

    Great ice cream and friendly employees. The perfect recipe for a good experience!

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    Really good! Often times, they have a line going out the door! Both unique and authentic Mexican ice cream flavors. Definitely a must try!

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    Great experience...busy....with lots of Mexican ice cream treats and fruits. Servings are large and prices are great.

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    Customer service was very good. Affordable and inexpensive in whatever you decide to get. They listen to the customers and there needs.

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    12 years ago

    Great prices. Pistachio and rice ice cream a must if visiting this place if I wasn't moving away to Los Angeles I would be here everyday

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    10 years ago

    Best ice cream in Oceanside, we used to go there almost every week in the summer the cheese is the best, and the mangoñadas

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