Ice Cream in Redding, CA: 5 Best Places for a Treat (2023)
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Whether you’re looking for a classic ice cream cone, frozen yogurt or unique flavors, we’ve found the best ice cream in Redding.
When it comes to ice cream, there are few things more satisfying than finding the perfect scoop (or two!).
I am always on the lookout for a delicious scoop of ice cream, and since I live in the area, I can promise you that Redding has some amazing ice cream shops.
From the classic ice cream shops that we all know and love, to the locally owned places that offer unique flavor combinations.
Regardless of whether you’re looking for a lake-night sweet treat, something to cool off on a hot summer day, or a fun family outing, you’ll love all these options for ice cream.
Map of the Best Ice Cream in Redding
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Taste & See Creamery
Best for: Unique flavors, homemade taste, staying open late.
Location: Downtown & Hilltop (2 locations)
Address: 1419 Market St. Redding Ca 96001 & 930 Hilltop Dr. Suite A, Redding Ca, 96003
Hours: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Contact Info: tasteandseecreamery.com
Don’t Miss: Blueberry Goat Cheesecake, Bourbon Butter Pecan, & Lemon Speculoos Cookie
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This locally owned ice cream shop is no doubt one of the most popular places to get ice cream in Redding. Taste & See Creamery is a winner of local choice award, and is a favorite stop for visitors traveling through redding.
This locally owned ice cream shop has two convenient locations in popular areas of Redding (Downtown & Hilltop).
They are not only known for their unique and creative ice cream flavors such as Blueberry Goat Cheesecake and Bourbon Butter Pecan, they strive to offer their customers a great experience.
At Taste & See Creamery you will find friendly service, good ambiance, and amazing homemade ice cream with flavors that you won’t find anywhere else.
They also are well known for high-quality ingredients and their freshly made waffle cones. If you are looking for special dietary options they have vegan, gluten free, dairy free, and sugar free options.
Customers rave about Taste & See with many saying it’s the BEST ice cream that they have tasted!
Most nights they stay open until 11 which makes them one of the few ice cream shops in the area that stays open past 10.
The downtown location is conveniently located, but parking is a bit harder to find, and you will have to pay to park. If you visit their Hilltop location, it has free parking and a drive thru.
32 Below Ice Cream Shop
Best for: Family & Kid Friendly
Location: North Redding
Address: 5136 Caterpillar Rd, Redding, CA 96003
Hours: 12 p.m to 9 p.m. most days.
Contact Info: 32 Below Facebook Page
Don’t Miss: Bunny Tracks & Salted Caramel
One of Reddings newest locally owned and operated ice cream shops. They have a great tasting ice cream with a large selection of traditional flavors and a few specialty flavors to choose from.
32 Below Ice Cream shop is in North Redding in an industrial location that is easy and convenient to get to. While it’s a little out of the way from the more busiest parts of Redding, this offers easy parking, and quick service without long lines.
My favorite things about this shop, other than the ice cream, is the ambience and design inside the shop. It’s very clean inside and decorated with ski themed decor.
There is a large indoor seating area, and an adorable ski lift chair on display that you can sit and take photos. The prices are good, and the portions are really big. I got a waffle cone with two scoops and it was huge.
From waffle cones and bowls to banana splits, this adorable ice cream shop is just good ice cream at a reasonable price.
If you have kids you will enjoy quick service, traditional flavors that kids love including bubblegum ice cream, and a family friendly atmosphere. This is quickly becoming a new favorite spot in Redding to get ice cream!
Cookies & Yogurt
Best for: Frozen yogurt with pick your own toppings.
Locations: Hartnell & inside the Mt. Shasta Mall & on Cypress (3 locations)
Address: 900 Dana Dr. (Mt. Shasta Mall Location), 92 Hartnell Ave, 1080 E. Cypress Ste. G
Contact info: www.cookiesandyogurtredding.com
Don’t Miss: Over 50 different toppings including bite sized pieces of freshly baked cookies.
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If you are looking for frozen yogurt instead of ice cream, then Cookies & Yogurt is the place to go!
This locally owned business is known for their delicious cold frozen yogurt and even better cookies. They have three convenient locations in Redding, including one in The Mt. Shasta Mall.
Each location is decorated differently including a year round Christmas theme decor at their Hartnell location.
Choose from over 20 different flavors of frozen yogurt and swirl combinations and then top it off with over 50 different toppings.
The toppings bar includes bite sized pieces of their custom cookies. The flavor and topping combinations are endless.
If you are looking for frozen yogurt or cookies, then you don’t want to miss this place.
La Michoacana Plus
Best for: Authentic Mexican ice cream & unique treats
Location: Hilltop Area
Address: 1675 Hilltop Dr. Redding, CA 96002
Hours: 10 a.m. – 9 or 10 p.m. on most days.
Contact Info: La Michoacana Plus Redding Facebook
Don’t Miss: Tres leches ice cream, Oreo paleta, and agua fresca.
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Want to try some unique treats that you may have never had before? At La Michoacana Plus you can find ice cream and more with a little bit of a hispanic flavor.
This is more than just an ice cream shop, this popular franchise makes their own authentic Mexican ice cream from imported ingredients.
The menu includes specialty drinks, ice cream, natural frozen fruit pops, nachos and so much more.
Located in the popular Hilltop area of Redding, it’s a convenient location to stop and try something spicy or sweet.
This ice cream parlor is a mix of fun and delicious. With bright modern lights and colorful decor, it is a fun atmosphere for a quick treat.
Some popular menu items include the Oreo paleta, horchata, fresh fruit pops, and agua fresca. Be sure to check out their crazy and unique looking milkshakes.
Cold Stone Creamery
Best for: Creamy Ice cream with candy toppings.
Location: Hilltop Area
Address: 913 Dana Dr Ste 3D, Redding, CA 96003
Contact info: Cold Stone Redding Facebook
Hours: 12 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Don’t Miss: Peanut Butter Cup Perfection & Classic Cookie Dough
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Sometimes it can be hard to find a chain restaurant or shop that has the best ice cream, but at Cold Stone Creamery, I am never disappointed.
Conveniently located in the Discovery Village Shopping Center across from the Mt. Shasta Mall. They have a wide selection of premium ice cream with candy toppings.
Cold Stone makes their ice cream fresh in the store everyday, and it’s always so creamy. They have over 20 flavors to choose from, and are constantly adding new ones.
There are also waffle cones, bowls, shakes, ice cream cookies, sandwiches and more.
While the ice cream is good, and a popular stop for locals, the inside of the shop is small and there are only a few tables for seating.
There are some outdoor tables to relax and enjoy your ice cream as long as it’s not on a really hot Redding summer day, because it might melt fast.
Baskin Robbins
Best for: Flavors we know and love & close to Waterworks Park.
Location: North Redding
Address: 125 Lake Blvd, Redding, CA 96003
Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Contact Info: Baskin Robbins Redding Facebook
Don’t Miss: Mint Chocolate Chip, Jamoca Almond Fudge and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup.
You can’t really go wrong with Baskin Robbins. Since this is one of the most popular chain ice cream shops in California.
It’s easy to find a flavor you will love with over 31 flavors, including their best sellers, and flavors of the month, you always know what to expect when visiting.
From ice cream cones, to shakes, banana splits and specialty ice cream cakes, there are several treats to choose from.
The Redding location is located in an older shopping center just down the road from Water Works Park, making it a convenient location.
I have been here many times and it’s always clean on the inside, the employees are nice, and there is indoor seating.
Dairy Queen
Best for: Quick and easy drive thru.
Location: Hilltop Area
Address: 1700 Churn Creek Rd. Redding, CA 96002
Hours: 10 a.m. – 9 or 10 p.m. on most days.
Contact Info: Dairy Queen Redding Facebook
Don’t Miss: Blizzards & chocolate dipped cones.
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Want to get ice cream for the family, but don’t want to get out of the car. Dairy Queen in Redding has a convenient drive thru.
You can never go wrong with a classic Blizzard! Known for their other delicious treats such as banana splits, and dipped cones there are so many options to choose from.
Of course I would recommend checking out the locally owned shops first, but if they are all too busy, it’s easy to visit DQ.
