Heard about Santa Cruz's famous Marianne's ice cream years ago but finally had chance to stop by…read moreafter visit to Natural Bridges State Park to see Monarch butterflies. This is the newer shop attached to the factory (would be so cool if there were window to peek into the factory). I thought Marianne's would be like Fenton's in Oakland with more classic American flavors but I was immediately impressed by the vast selection of flavors listed on wall grouped by more classic, chocolate based, fruity, nut based and original creations. Can ask for free samples. Staff is kind and patient as you try to decide. DH and I split a double cup with ollaliberry with honey and classic vanilla in cup with a cone on top. Definitely very rich and creamy. Will definitely stop by next time in area! Parking lot is very small, street parking is available. Some bar seating inside and benches outside.

We stopped by Ice Cream on Fair on Fair Ave for a quick treat and had a really good experience. It…read morefeels like a small local spot rather than a big chain, which I liked. The ice cream tasted fresh, the portions were good, and the price was reasonable. The staff was friendly, patient, and served us pretty quickly. The place was simple, clean, and comfortable, with an easy neighborhood feel. I also liked that it was a convenient stop and not overly crowded or complicated. Nothing fancy or overdone, just a nice local place to grab ice cream. I would come back again when I'm in the area.

A Hidden Gem in the Capitola Mall!…read more Sherri's Cookies is truly a hidden gem tucked inside the Capitola Mall! I believe it's run by the kindest married couple, and you can feel their warmth and passion the moment you walk in -- always greeted with a smile. The cookies are soft, fresh, and absolutely delicious, but that's just the beginning! They also have amazing coffee drinks, fresh pastries, and the most beautiful chocolate-covered strawberries that taste as good as they look. Everything feels homemade with love and attention to detail. Whether you're stopping by for your morning coffee, treating yourself to a sweet snack, or grabbing a thoughtful gift, this place never disappoints. Friendly service, cozy vibes, and unforgettable treats -- Sherri's Cookies is a must-visit!

We ordered a oatmeal cookie here and thought it was perfect. It had a crispy outside and a chewy…read moreinside. The flavors were great with plenty of oatmeal. At about $4 a cookie, it is a bit pricy but the quality of the cookie was fast. We received our order right away and would come back the next time we are at this mall.

My new obsession! The toffee is absolutely insane! I was gifted the white chocolate, cranberries &…read morepistachio. It was so crazy good that I got another one. This time I got the white chocolate, crushed cookie, pecan &nutmeg. I haven't tried it yet, but it's about beautiful. I will definitely try all of the flavors eventually. Don't hesitate! Go now!

Best toffee ever!!! I love the dark chocolate with cashews, and I have been obsessed since I found…read moreher stand at the Art and Wine Festival in Capitola. She is so sweet and the customer service is AMAZING! Treat yourself to some delicious toffee shipped to your front door!

This review needs updating. I am now confident in saying that these ice cream bars ARE the best in…read morethe world and would love to be proven wrong (hey, IF a better ice cream bar exists it would have to be mind-blowingly good). It starts by them using quality ingredients. They use Marianne's vanilla ice cream, and Valrhona chocolate (a French chocolate used by gourmet chefs). You can choose milk chocolate or dark. They have a bunch of options for what you can include in your bar, including chopped almonds, caramel, and marshmallow. My favorite is #4: dark chocolate with caramel and marshmallow. It is insanely good. After each bite I am thinking "oh my god this is good." Frankly I am glad it is in Santa Cruz (and not in my town) or I might be 50 lbs heavier. I just had one yesterday and the experience is still vivid. Oh, and their chocolates (which also use Valrhona chocolate) are also damn good. And if you like brownies they've got you covered too. The guys running this place could not be nicer, which makes this place a joy to visit. This is really an exceptional place to come to and we are lucky to have it in our area. I am now a regular almost every time I am in Santa Cruz (and I come here often).

Small shop with no tables for enjoying your sweets after purchase, but that part didn't bug me too…read moremuch since I got mine to go. A bit on the pricey side for sure, but holy cow was it delicious! My wife and I both had to be careful not to eat it all in one go. We wanted to spread out the joy of eating it. Incredible chocolate, local business, somewhat pricey. Definitely worth checking out!

Stumbled upon this place on a pretty warm day in Santa Cruz, and wanted to give it a try. There…read morewere a few people in front of us, but it did not take too long for it to be our turn. I tried a scoop of strawberry and a scoop of their coconut flavor. It was very delicious and refreshing. They also have pizza on some days, but we were not able to try. I would definitely recommend and I am excited to go back and try more flavors!

Cute and locally-owned shop in downtown Santa Cruz. There are a number of Italian ice flavors and…read moresome coffee selections such as Affogato. Owner was helpful and shared the story of his father behind the name of his shop. We ordered a large that comes with up to 4 flavor scoops. The kids enjoyed the mango a d pineapple flavors. The affogato with a small scoop of salted caramel just didn't hit the mark with an underwhelming scoop of Italian ice that doesn't do the same as a scoop of traditional vanilla ice cream plus a disproportionate amount of bitter coffee. Prices are average. An okay spot if you need a cool treat and can't get to the local premium ice cream shop.

Absolutely the best cookie I have ever purchased. I had the lucky opportunity to speak with Kerri…read moreherself this weekend. Since this was my first time trying one of her cookies, I went with her suggestion, the Peanut Butter Fudge Collision. It was amazing! I treat myself to one dessert a week, and I'm already looking forward to trying the Chocolate-Chocolate Chip. Thanks for baking such great cookies!

YES! You can find those very very good vegan cookies at New…read moreLeaf downtown (at least, I don't know about others?) and Caffe Pergolesi. My favorites are the Coconut collision and Mexican mocha chocolate. Awwwwww Thank you Kerri! Sandrine.

Went here with my husband for walking in the neighborhood and had the ice cream was delicious! Good…read morecustomer service and even people in general are friendly here in Santa Cruz. We got peach flavor which had real peach pieces, wasn't too sweet and we had popcorn (A pick from my husband) I was reluctant to have it but it ended up being one of my favorites! Highly recommend. Very good quality ice cream, Good Prices and Good Customer service. Do it.

Stopped in for ice cream that was delicious! Servers were exceptionally friendly & helpful as there…read morewere lots of flavors to choose from! Shop is large with high ceilings and lots of places to sit.

We love her muffins!! Some of the best I've had and they are guilt- free to eat! They perfectread more

The carrot millet agave muffin was AMAZING (vegan). The toasted millet within it gave it a lovely…read morecrunch. The best part was it was very lightly sweet, it felt nutritious and delish. Ingredients from website: Millet Zuchinni Muffin (SF, V) Organic zucchini and carrots, organic whole wheat flour, unbleached pastry flour, organic avocado oil, 100% raw organic agave, applesauce, millet, raisins, walnuts, pure vanilla, baking soda, aluminum-free baking powder, spices, xanthan gum. (Manufactured in a facility that uses wheat, dairy, eggs and tree nuts)