Buena Park’s Best Sweet Summer Treats

When the summer heat kicks in, it’s the perfect time to indulge in one of Buena Park’s most popular and tasty summer treats. From uniquely-flavored ice cream to fruity desserts that are big enough for sharing, Buena Park has tons of options when you need to satisfy that sweet tooth and cool off. Which one will be your favorite?

True Milk Sundae from Honeymee—When you are looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, Honeymee is the spot. Honeymee’s true milk ice cream is made with fresh California milk from a family-owned, Kosher-certified dairy farm and has been named one of the “Best Spots for Soft Serve and Custard” by Zagat. We recommend going for the “Honeymee” that has true milk ice cream topped with locally-harvested honey and a 100% natural honeycomb chip.

Watermelon Shaved Ice from Okbingsul—Located in The Source OC, Okbingsul brings Korean-style shaved ice to those craving a cool treat after a day of excitement. Go for the watermelon okbingsul, which comes with shaved ice topped with watermelon balls, condensed milk, and ice cream.

S’mores Shaved Ice from Dzert - Meet Dzert, where soy-based shaved snow takes center stage! Creamy, rich, and completely vegan and lactose-free, this isn’t just a treat—it’s a sweet game-changer. Whether you’re team vegan, lactose-intolerant, or simply a lover of unique sweets, they’ve got you covered.

Chocolate cake shake at Portillo's in Buena Park, CA

Chocolate Cake Shake from Portillo’s - Yes, you read that right. This Chicago-style hot dog joint offers perhaps the best dessert combination ever, the chocolate cake shake. Vanilla ice cream is blended with Portillo’s decadent chocolate cake for a thick shake combination that will take you back to your childhood.

Tarts from Paris Baguette - Flaky pastry topped with the perfect amount of cream in either the tiramisu, egg, and cheese variety make a tarts an excellent option from Paris Baguette. Some are even are large enough to share (if you’re feeling generous).

Crème Brulee Donut from Old Ferry Donut - This premium donut shop has made its way to Buena Park with it's unique medley of flavors, fresh dough, and thoughtfully selected ingredients. Almost all of their donuts come with a decadent filling of coconut, peanut butter, butter pistachio, and crème brulee being among the most popular.

Macaron characters and macaron ice cream at Sweet Box in Buena Park, CA

Ice Cream Macaron Sandwich from Sweet Box—In addition to dragon’s beard candy and oh-so-adorable character macarons, Sweet Box offers the ultimate treat on a hot day—the ice cream macaron sandwich. Choose vanilla or green tea ice cream sandwiched between two crunchy-thin macaron cookies and you’ll never go back to traditional macarons again.

Purple Rain Drops or a Giant Sundae Brownie from Rock and Brews—The brainchild of Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley of KISS, Rock and Brews in Buena Park, offers quality American comfort food in a rock & roll themed environment. Their purple rain drops are chocolate-filled French donuts drizzled in raspberry sauce and topped with whipped cream. Or opt for their ooey gooey brownie topped with vanilla ice cream, chocolate syrup whipped cream and a cherry on top!

Affogato from In-Sit Coffee - You might not expect a coffee shop to be your go-to spot for ice cream, but In-Sit Coffee is here to change that. They offer premium milk soft serve with the option to add delicious toppings like fresh strawberries. For an elevated treat, try their premium milk affogato, which pairs creamy soft-serve ice cream with a rich espresso poured over the top.

Cookie sandwhich with Boysenberry ice cream at Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park, CA

Boysenberry Cookiewich from Knott’s Berry Farm—Head to the Ghost Town Ice Cream Shop in Knott’s Berry Farm for an ice cream sandwich like no other—the boysenberry cookiewich. This two-handed treat is two chocolate chip cookies filled with boysenberry ice cream and rolled in a hefty dose of chocolate chips. It’s the perfect way to indulge in the iconic berry that was invented in Buena Park.

Fresh Strawberry Cheesecake from Porto’s Bakery & Cafe—It’s no surprise that LA Times' Best in the Southland knows how to do dessert. An especially refreshing option is Porto's strawberry cheesecake that tops a graham cracker crust with creamy cheesecake that’s loaded with fresh strawberries and a strawberry glaze. Talk about a bite of summer!

Dairy-Free Soft Serve from Don Melt—The only thing better than ice cream is an ice cream stacked high atop a cone. Go all in and get the 12 oz. cone when you visit Don Melt. You can choose from strawberry, vanilla, or swirl - and it's vegan-friendly.

Strawberry Blush or Dream Cloud from Nobibi - Try this sweet treat that’s hard to beat! Where ice cream, desserts, and specialty drinks come together with a stylish twist. For a fruity delight, try the Strawberry Blush with fresh strawberries and sprinkles, or enjoy the unique Dream Cloud, cotton candy surrounding a cup of soft serve with all kinds of toppings. This is sure to make your kid's day!

Soft-serve matcha from Overflo—A treat that is cool, creamy, and full of zen. With its rich, earthy green tea flavor and smooth texture, it offers a creamy finish that's perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness to enhance the matcha’s natural taste. Whether you’re a matcha enthusiast or simply craving something refreshing, this dessert is truly a matcha made in heaven!

Acai bowl from Broken Yolk Cafe - This vibrant bowl features acai berry sorbet topped with fresh strawberries, blueberries, bananas, crunchy granola, shredded coconut, and a drizzle of honey. Looking to keep it plant-based? Simply swap the granola and honey for sliced almonds and organic agave. A berry sweet way to fuel up!

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