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The Full Scoop on Buena Park's Best Ice Cream Shops

Lucky for us, the Buena Park weather is beautiful year-round. That means you don't have to wait for summer to enjoy an ice cream treat. These spots serve up the creamy goodness topped with Oreos, covered in espresso, sandwiched between macarons, and in a shake for on-the-go enjoyment. We've got your ice cream fix covered!

Vanilla ice cream with honeycomb at Honeymee in Buena Park, CA
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Honeymee

This sweet spot keeps it simple and delicious with true milk ice cream and all-natural toppings. Go classic with the namesake Honeymee, featuring a honeycomb chip, or level up with the Dear Chocolate—drizzled in Ghirardelli syrup and sea salt. For something unique, try the Matcha Affogato with ceremonial matcha or cool off with a Blueberry Shake blended with raw honey and crushed blueberry.

Coffee Code


When the heat is on, cool down with an iced Horchata Latte from Coffee Code—perfectly paired with waffles topped with fresh fruit and creamy ice cream. Or go all in with their indulgent Caramel Frappe, customizable with extra sweetness or a rich peanut cream topping.

The Cauldron

The Cauldron brews up more than just spellbinding vibes—it’s your go-to haunt for savory bites and craft cocktails with a witchy twist. Don’t ghost out early—save room for their boozy, house-made ice cream, conjured up with seasonal spirits, beer, or magical elixirs just for the 21+ crowd.


Character and ice cream macaroons at Sweet Box in Buena Park, CA
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Sweet Box


Sweet Box serves up the cutest macarons around—and they take it a step further with ice cream-stuffed macaron sandwiches. For something extra indulgent, try the churro ice cream sandwich, rolled in colorful sprinkles for a picture-perfect bite.

Rock & Brews


This rock-themed joint serves up the best giant brownie sundae in town, guaranteed! Scoops of vanilla ice cream are on top of a giant chocolate chip brownie finished with chocolate syrup, whipped cream and of course a cherry. Get yours at Rock and Brews.

COLD STONE CREAMERY

Put Cold Stone on your must-visit list for ice cream made exactly the way you like it. With endless mix-ins like brownies, cinnamon, caramel, and Rice Krispies. Take it up a notch with their ice cream cakes—featuring flavors like cookie dough, cheesecake, coffee, and mint. Don’t forget to check out their rotating seasonal selections for an extra sweet surprise.
Chocolate cake shake at Portillo's in Buena Park, CA
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Portillo's


We know you come to Portillo's for the Italian beef sandwiches and killer burgers, but really, it's the under-the-radar dessert spot of your dreams. Their chocolate cake is famous but it's the chocolate cake shake that you want to go for. A full slice of chocolate cake goes into this blended beverage that is just what you need after a day in the sun.

GHOST TOWN ICE CREAM SHOP IN KNOTT'S BERRY FARM


Created in Buena Park, the boysenberry is the star of many dishes at Knott's Berry Farm. When you need to cool off, head to the Ghost Town Ice Cream Shop for the two-handed delight: the boysenberry cookiewich. Two giant chocolate chip cookies envelope sweet boysenberry ice cream that's rolled in more chocolate chips.

CABLE CAR KITCHEN IN KNOTT'S MARKETPLACE


Boysenberries get another moment in the spotlight over at the Cable Car Kitchen where the boysenberry funnel cake tops the menu. Topped with ice cream and boysenberry sauce, it is decadent and perfect for sharing. Click here to get your year-round fix of delicious boysenberry treats.
Ice Cream with coffee being poured over it at In-Sit in Buena Park, CA
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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.

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. Don’t forget to try their croffle, which you can customize with delightful mochi toppings.
Oreo chocolate shaved ice at Okingsul in Buena Park, CA
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Okbingsul


Okbingsul is definitely a spot to bring friends as the okbingsul are large enough to share with 2-3 people. The Oreo okbingsul combines Korean shaved ice with your favorite sandwich cookie and a healthy serving of whipped cream for a sweet treat nobody can resist.

overflo.

Overflo. tempts taste buds with its creative soft-serve flavors, featuring unique options like black sea salt and Earl Grey alongside classic favorites like strawberry. They also offer specialties such as Thai tea soft serve and the fan-favorite matcha. If you love matcha, be sure to check out the top 13 matcha must-tries in Buena Park, CA.
chocolate dubai ice cream
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Nobibi


Nobibi serves up delicious soft serve with something for every craving. Dive into the rich Dubai Chocolate ice cream for a decadent treat, or go luxe with their 24k Gold ice cream for a truly dazzling experience. For the ultimate Instagram-worthy moment, try the Dream Cloud—soft serve surrounded by fluffy cotton candy magic.

Dzert

Meet Dzert an award-winning spot where soy-based shaved snow steals the show! Creamy, rich, and entirely vegan and lactose-free, this sweet treat is a game-changer for everyone—from vegans and lactose-intolerant folks to anyone craving something unique and delicious.
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