McConnell's Fine Ice Creams
McConnell's Fine Ice Creams
Our iconic Coffee ice cream
Single scoop and Chocolate Covered Strawberry Shake
Sea Salt Cream & Cookies with Fudge
The finest ice creams made from scratch at the McConnell's Family Dairy
interior
Small 2 flavor sugar cone
two customers at the counter
Ice cream pints ready to be devoured!
Vanilla Bean
outside
Eureka Lemon & Marionberries
Small 2 flavor sugar cone
McConnell's was founded in 1949 in Santa Barbara, California.
Single scoop
Entry to establishment
Waffle cones made fresh from scratch daily
entrance
Inside
My yummy ice cream
food
Golden State Vanilla
Mare B.
Jul 21, 2024
Quality ice cream is my kryptonite! Our friends who live in the area introduced this place to us one night after having a wonderful dinner nearby. We must have came at the perfect time because they said usually the line is out the door! Cute bright interior, self explanatory menu, samples given if asked, and they also have merch for sale!Order up:1. Eureka Lemon & Marionberries2. Honey & Cornbread Cookies3. Coffee with Molasses Chip4. Vanilla Malt5. Coffee with Molasses Chip Malt6. Chocolate Covered StrawberriesNumber 5 was mine, and OMG, this was absolutely sinfully and insanely good!!!! No complaints from the gang with theirs either, too good!The friendly staff did an awesome job getting our order to us, and as we turned around after paying, we saw a line had formed out the door! LOL!Happy eating till next time!!!
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Why-Tie Z.
Jul 19, 2024
Order: sweet cream caramel brownieTaste: 8/10Tried multiple flavors all on the cookie, brownie, nutty side and sweet cream caramel brownie was the best which was good but not wow. Creamy. But I can't tell what's missing. Definitely on the heavier side like salt and straw. I'd say there are better options around SD.
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Jonathan A.
Jul 1, 2024
Holy moly. With no exaggeration, this was quite honestly the best ice cream I've ever had. The flavors were so fresh and delightful. They offer some standard flavors that are beautifully executed and they also offer some unique flavors that blew me away! The corn bread and honey ice cream really made my day. The customer service provided was really excellent. Friendly, helpful and kind. This place rocks!Well done
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Brooke D.
Aug 7, 2024
I was in the area on vacay and was so excited to try this homemade ice cream shop! It's located in a very modern and upscale shopping center. I walked in to a very odd and unpleasant smell. The associate did not greet me nor did she seem happy to provide any recommendations. The whole experience was ruined by the attitude of the associate who was clearly having a bad day. I tried many flavors and the ice cream was decent but it did not stand out to me. The waffle bowl did not taste fresh and had a waxy taste to it. I will try another homemade ice cream shop when I return to this area to visit.
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Little D.
Sep 4, 2024
Such a gem! Great flavors, great prices and super great staff! The only downside is parking can be a bit tough, but McConnell's has no say in that!
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Soo H.
Apr 12, 2024
One of things I looked forward to when we went on road trips to San Francisco was stopping in Santa Barbara and visiting McConnell's Ice Cream. Now I can just drive to Carlsbad as a McConnell's has opened there.Mango sorbet was icy cold and had a distinctive mango flavor. Not super sweet like with fully ripe mangos. Pretty good flavor.Gingerbread House ice cream had a ton of ginger flavor from the gingerbread cookies mixed in. Was like eating ginger snaps but in ice cream form.Mint Chip was cold and creamy with a refreshing sweet mint flavor.Golden State Vanilla was rich and creamy. Loved the Madagascar vanilla flavor.Vanilla bean was rich and creamy. Loved the vanilla bean flavor. One of my favorite vanilla ice creams.Cashier was nice and efficient. It was a lovely drive up the coast to Santa Barbara but I prefer the shorter drive up the coast to Carlsbad next time I want some McConnell's ice cream. I have tried the pints at the supermarket but it's 50/50 whether you get a pint with crystallized ice cream or not.
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Niki C.
Jun 27, 2024
I really wanted to be here on opening day but I couldnt. I was finally able to come here. It was in a nice shopping center with lots of my favorite stores including Yeti, Johny Was and Madewell. Great location!The store was clean and cute, the empliyees were super nice. The ice cream was omg good. I am used to their packaged pints from Ralphs but that was no comparison to freshly made ones from store. My favorite one was sweet cream.I will be coming back often!
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Rika C.
Jan 29, 2024
Updating just to say you haveee to get the sweet cream caramel brownie flavor. At least a taste test of it!! I know you all like your chocolate, vanilla, coffee, etc but just trust me on this one. Honestly all the flavors are good but this is my new go-to and I've hooked 4 other people on it already. It's not too sweet!! Sweet cream caramel brownie is SO GOODMcConnells is still going strong, best ice cream in the area hands down. Cannot wait to gain so many lbs here over the next however many years.
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Karen N.
Jan 24, 2024
I was excited when I heard that we were finally getting a McConnell's Ice Cream shop in SD, and in North County no less! I've been eating McC ice cream since I was young, since we used to go on vacation to Central Coast fairly often (and that's where it was founded).It's located on the North side of the Forum in Carlsbad, next to where the Parakeet Cafe will be going in.I was able to attend the grand opening with some friends, and have been back several times since to get more ice cream. I like to check out the seasonal, and special edition flavors.I have enjoyed the Chocolate Covered Strawberry, Dutch Chocolate, etc. On my last visit, I tried the Earl Grey Tea with Shortbread, which had just returned as a special edition flavor. All are delicious!I also love that you can get pints in grocery stores like Vons, as well as being able to go to McC shops or other independent places like Solvang Trolley Ice Cream Parlor in Solvang!McC is a SoCal institution, so try some if you love you some ice cream!
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Norma N.
May 7, 2024
So great, love the flavor I chose. I was offered tastings but after looking at the names the sea salt cream and cookies was calling my name. I added the dollop of fudge on top and it was superb! The flavor was really layered and creamy. I hadn't realized this location was open and was pleasantly surprised since I've never seen a location outside of Santa Barbara. The shop was on the smaller side but really clean with plenty of outdoor spots to take a seat and enjoying your ice cream. Service was great and water is readily available for self serve. I will definitely be back to try more flavors.
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Rated: 4.6 (313 reviews) · $
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