There’s nothing better on a hot summer day than some ice cream. And there’s nothing better than finding that mom and pop store that not only serves up ice cream but is also a friendly small-town establishment!
Gonzales
Del Valle Paleteria Y Neveria
851 5th Street, Gonzales
Traditional Mexican popsicles, more than a dozen ice cream flavors, smoothies, raspados with all natural housemade syrups will keep you coming here over-and-over. Try strawberry, caramel, pineapple, lime, hibiscus, mango, tamarind or a coffee frappe.
Soledad
Lolita’s Ice Cream
521 Front Street, Soledad
This is the perfect post-Pinnacles hike recovery spot. A good selection of ice cream from mint chocolate chip to strawberry shortcake. Locals know to get a raspados — shaved ice flavored with housemade syrups and fruit extracts. Also on the menu, banana split, sundaes, waffle cone treats and milkshakes.
Lalo’s Mexican Antojitos
3046 H Dela Rosa Street, Soledad
Satisfy all of your little cravings here, especially those sweet ones. You’ll find ice cream, smoothies, milkshakes made with real ice cream and a juice bar. Don’t miss the churritos shake, with a homemade churro as a straw.
Paleteria y Neveria La Michoacana
138 Oak Street, Soledad
So many icy Mexican treats at this family-owned establishment, with two stores, one here and one in King City. Helados and Eskimal brands, plus a beautiful and colorful array of paletas in variety of fruity, refreshing flavors. Mini-pops as well as scooped ice cream on-hand too.