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Mariannes Ice Cream in Aptos

4.8 (199) 218 State Park Dr, Aptos, CA 95003, United States

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Ice cream shop

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Aptos, Santa Cruz County, California, US

Phone: +1 831-713-4746
Site: http://mariannesicecream.com/

Opening hours

Monday:10 AM–11 PM
Tuesday:10 AM–11 PM
Wednesday:10 AM–11 PM
Thursday:10 AM–11 PM
Friday:10 AM–11 PM
Saturday:10 AM–11 PM
Sunday:10 AM–11 PM

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Total reviews rating 4.8

199 Reviews for Mariannes Ice Cream 2024:

Review №1

2024-04-08 11:11:23

Best ice cream parlor on the central coast...you cant go wrong adding chocolate syrups on your 10-20 ice cream in a cup!

Review №2

2023-07-14 23:52:26

First time at this Mariannes location in Aptos!Since Im lactose intolerant, I absolutely love their strawberry sorbet. The two of us shared a 3 scoop. It didnt really fit the cup, so might make more sense to get a 2 scoop.It was just as good as I remembered. Fresh strawberry flavor and a creamy finish. Not overly sweet.Ticket system. Pull a number and they will call you out.Staff is friendly, and will let you try flavors.Seating inside and outside.Street parking only.

Review №3

2023-07-18 14:41:37

So good. We stopped by yesterday for a sweet. My family loved all the flavors and varieties that Marianne had to offer. Everything is delicious and handmade. The service was fast and friendly. My wife cant wait to go back.

Review №4

2022-04-25 02:59:33

Pretty perfect. Not too sweet, the flavors really come through. Excellent texture. We tried the banana (never had banana ice cream before and was very skeptical),chocolate peanut butter cup and the coffee almond fudge. We loved them all. This is where we will come for our ice cream fix from now on.Its time for them to open the inside seating again, its getting kind of rediculous at this point.

Review №5

2024-03-25 01:38:43

I had a strawberry cheesecake on a waffle cone. And it was fabulous. My son had a chocolate brownie Sunday with chocolate ice cream. And I taste that 1 as well, and it was pretty good, too. My husband had toasted almond. And he said it was an amazing combination.

Review №6

2023-04-17 17:31:48

Best hands down, can’t argue with me on this. Best ice ever! :)It may not look appealing (picture below) but trust me it was good.Pictures is Mudpie ice cream, topped with marshmallow fluff, in a cone.Super creamy, crunchy, and not too sweet.Atmosphere, was a bit crowded and packed. But they have a number system which makes things easier.They have tables for you to sit down at also.Overall! Would 100% go back again!

Review №7

2023-02-19 22:49:15

This is a real ice cream shop- almost 100 flavors of ice creams and sorbets to choose from! Take a number, ask to try a few flavors then pick one to enjoy in a cup, cone or waffle cone ($1 extra). The Lavander flavor is definitely a top pick. I had a Kahlua crunch which was delicious. The blackberry was too flavorful for my taste, the mandarin chocolate I prefer it as a chocolate covered mandarin; heaven had peanut butter and I’m not a peanut butter person but the Kahlua was an excellent delivery as ice cream! If you pass by Capitola this place is definitely worth stopping- it avoids the business of the center; its close to the Seacliff beach which is a beautiful, long and spacious beach with plenty of parking.

Review №8

2024-04-16 23:44:34

Great ice cream with a huge selection. Friendly customer service. If Im back in the area again will be sure to go visit.

Review №9

2020-01-05 00:18:37

I believe for this area, the ice cream here is good. However: the interior feels cheap with that vinyl floors, considering the premium price to pay. Also the ice cream is not made on site but trucked in in prepackaged containers so I assume its not necessarily freshly made every day.

Review №10

2024-04-15 06:50:21

Every time I go into Mary Anns ice cream and ask for a cup of coffee nobody wants to make it or I get answers like I dont know how to make it or were short. Youre going to have to take a number and wait for all of these people before you can get a cup of coffee. Its just horrible trying to get coffee there. If Mariannes doesnt want to deal with the coffee then maybe they should take it all out. These people dont seem to want to make coffee in there and theyre getting paid for it I go in there to get a cup of coffee and I get answers from these people saying oh youre going to have to pick a number or I dont know how to make it but yet theyre getting paid to make it. Its just been a horrible experience for me at Mary Anns. Im afraid to even go in there anymore to even ask for a cup of coffee

Review №11

2024-06-15 18:56:01

My favorite ice cream in California by far

Review №12

2018-07-21 06:56:45

The best ice cream around. I love their 10-20, but they have so many delicious options.Little trick. If you like the cone, but dont like the messiness. Order your ice cream with a cone, but in a cup. :)

Review №13

2024-05-26 00:04:38

Best ice cream ever. I might be a little prejudice because I have been going there for about 60 years. Always a must when in Santa Cruz

Review №14

2018-05-02 17:01:14

So many flavors! Lots of classics and some fun different ones, too. Heaven was the standout (vanilla with peanut butter and brownies and maybe cookie dough? Or at least chocolate chips) and German Chocolate was good, too. (And the samples, which were more generous then you’d expect from a popsicle stick, I tried were also tasty!) I hit ice crystals a couple times, but it was very enjoyable.

Review №15

2021-05-11 16:07:32

This is an EXCELLENT Mariannes! I go to their main location on Ocean St in Santa Cruz quite often. But I love this store when Im in the area.They have a great selection for the store size, good prices, and the staff has always been courteous and quite helpful every time Ive ever been there.They definitely have the best ice cream in all of Santa Cruz County. Snd probably even California. Its rich, creamy and just AMAZING!Their milkshakes are awesome as well. The ice cream sandwiches are some of the best Ive had, too. Youve just got to try them!Given the quality of the ice cream the prices are spot on - you really do get what you pay for here! Truly.Highly recommend if you want great ice cream! 👍👍

Review №16

2019-02-04 03:27:23

This is a great place to visit for some real ice cream. Its been a go to place for us.I highly recommend going here.Hand-crafted ice cream that’s made with love. Marianne’s has been innovating flavors and using time honored techniques to bring the richest creamiest and most delightful ice creams to you since 1947.A careful process of hand preparing our ingredients and hand mixing the flavors reflects the personal care we take every day. Starting before 6:00 am, the folks at Marianne’s are working to deliver the best ice cream and novelties we know how to make.We have more than 100 flavors in our rotation and more than 250 in our recipe box. So, whether it’s our latest experiment, or the honored standby, you know the ice cream is still made the way it is has always been made- By hand, right here in Santa Cruz.

Review №17

2023-04-29 01:20:50

Local favorite ice cream shop with many selections, free tasting samples and good service.

Review №18

2017-07-17 18:58:04

This is the best ice cream Ive ever had. Ive had three different flavors and all of them were delicious. The staff is very friendly and polite. I would definitely recommend getting 1020, its my personal favorite.

Review №19

2024-03-08 03:50:22

Great choices. All are delicious. I have never been disappointed. Highly recommended.

Review №20

2021-08-29 05:24:08

So many delicious and unique flavors, over 100 to choose from. Whats nice is they organize the flavors into subcategories, so it makes it a bit easier to decide exactly what you want. All the staff were really friendly and helpful in picking out flavors, definitely recommend the Butter Brickle! Well worth the visit!

Review №21

2024-04-06 04:49:00

My favorite! I love getting the lemon custard flavor… good prices too

Review №22

2021-09-03 20:04:54

Best ice cream 🍦 Ever! 1020 was our favorite! 2nd was Coffee Almond Crunch.

Review №23

2019-04-01 02:36:35

Ice cream here is really good. Its a really popular place so there is often a line but the wait is worth it. Everytime I come to Santa Cruz, I make sure to stop here. Im pretty sure you can buy tubs of Mariannes at zanottos. There is also a huge variety of flavors so youll definitely find something you love.

Review №24

2023-09-17 03:21:43

This place has quite a following... and we make a point of getting to Mariannes every visit to Santa Cruz. And we come from Stockton! The various flavors, the knowledgeable servers, and the quality of the ice creams are unbeatable. Expect a waiting line, but so worth it!

Review №25

2018-09-30 05:40:20

Just had a terrific Mint Chip in a Waffle Cone and Chocolate Swirled Chocolate Chip in a cup. Both were SO tasty. Service was friendly with a smile.

Review №26

2019-03-16 05:54:55

This. Will. Change. Your. Life. Close your eyes and pick a flavor. You will only be sad if you come to Santa Cruz and don’t stop by!

Review №27

2023-10-07 20:30:37

One of my favorite places to go to when I’m in the area. They offer so many delicious flavors it’s honestly so hard to choose! The downside is it’s usually pretty busy, specially on the weekends so come prepared to find parking and wait.

Review №28

2019-01-31 00:54:19

Amazing range of flavors. Pistachio cardamom, mandarin chocolate, and all the traditional ones too. Waffle cone was only $.50 extra. Recommended.

Review №29

2021-04-11 02:59:27

Lots of flavors too choose from. Tried peanut butter icecream with hot fudge and whipped cream - was simply great!

Review №30

2023-07-23 03:01:27

Large selection of great ice cream. Tying a new flavor everyday would take me about two months. I love to support this local business. Very friendly and helpful staff makes it easy to stop here.Favorite flavors are 1020, Mexican Chocolate, Koffee Krunch, Pistachio and any of the fruity flavors when the mood swings

Review №31

2022-11-29 17:32:11

3.5 stars. Funky little location of the Marianne’s mini-chain. Old fashioned feel to the shop. 70-80 flavors all produced by Marianne’s. Some unique one’s such as Lavender, Ginger, and Root Beer Swirl. Some sorbets also. Inside seating, small market area but the interesting cooler cases that I thought would hold drink selections were strangely completely empty. Not many customers during our visit. Very friendly and helpful-answering questions and allowing samples-counter staff. After examining the choices, it came down to Mud Pie & Peppermint Stick. Maybe it was our flavor choices but it was just okay. Not really up to “premium” ice cream quality as we have experienced in other places. The Mud Pie was not very chocolatey and the Peppermint tasted kind of icy. IMO worth a try if you keep expectations in check. Be sure to get a sample before choosing.

Review №32

2023-07-05 05:44:30

Both of my sons have nut allergies and Sara went above and beyond to make sure my kids were able to enjoy their ice cream without the risk of cross contamination and she even checked the ingredient list to make sure there were no nuts in what we ordered. Thank you Sara! We will definitely be back!

Review №33

2023-06-12 05:24:19

So many different flavors of ice cream the place is a gem!

Review №34

2023-10-26 16:07:32

You cant beat Mariannes! Grab a scoop and walk to the cliff. Perfect on a sunny day. So many varieties to choose from and great people.

Review №35

2023-07-31 22:49:34

Cute place, with a ton of flavors! Almost impossible to pick with a lot of unique flavors. They had a large sorbet selection, which is nice for dairy free folks!

Review №36

2023-12-04 07:29:07

Great little ice cream shop! Delicious and totally worth a stop if youre nearby!

Review №37

2023-10-05 04:11:23

Between two people, we have tried 75 of Mariannes flavors so far. This is our review, based on full scoops because small tastes of each flavor wouldnt do these flavors justice.Overall: super polite staff that can handle a rush, quality stretchy (New England style?) ice cream with unbelievably bold flavors. An ice cream experience you cannot miss if you’re in the area. Even if you dont go for a unique flavor, their classic flavors like mint chip and chocolate are top notch!Our favorite 10 flavors:102050/50Butter BrickleCardomon PistachioGreen TeaHeavenIrish Coffee & Chocolate ChipMandarin ChocolateMint ChipRoot Beer SwirlHonorable Mentions:Horchata; Mango; Mexican Chocolate; Mint Oreo; Peach (seasonal); Peanut Butter Cup; Pumpkin; Spumoni; MaplenutWe also tried (and thoroughly enjoyed) all of these flavors:Banana Almond Fudge; Blueberry Cheesecake; Chocolate Ripple; Coconut Pineapple; Coffee Almond Fudge; Eggnog (seasonal); Fresh Banana; Fudge Brownie; Lavender; Licorice; Northern Oregon Blackberry; Peppermint Stick; Snickerdoodle Cookie Dough; Strawberries & Cream; Oreo; Cantaloupe (seasonal); Rocky Road; 2AM Truffle; Lemon Custard; Malt Ball Fudge; Koffee Krunch; German Chocolate; Cookie Dough; Chocolate Almond; Strawberry Cheesecake; Kahlua Krunch; Salted Caramel; Pralines n’ Cream; Cinnamon Caramel; Caramel Fudge Crunch; Bittersweet Chocolate; Macapuno; Mocha Chip; Ginger; Butter Pecan; Chocolate ChipThe ONLY flavor we found off-putting was the bubblegum. We just think it is a weird to chew gum while eating ice cream, but we won’t yuck your yum if that’s your thing!

Review №38

2023-04-02 03:42:25

This place will not disappoint 🙌 👏Heaven, Banana Almond Fudge and Horchata

Review №39

2022-10-22 23:52:02

A must visit every time we are in town. Such a hugh selection and easily the best ice cream Ive had. Awesome staff, clean restrooms, fun atmosphere, reasonable prices and just a hop, skip, and a jump from the beach. Highly recommended.

Review №40

2022-09-07 16:35:24

GREAT ICE CREAM!!!! Highly recommend the banana ice cream, you can taste that it is made with real bananas, and is quite tasty. Perfect after a lovely day at the beach, or any time really! The root beer and lavender flavors are also top tier.

Review №41

2019-03-17 02:27:03

It isnt cheap...but its a tourist town! $4.50 for a single scoop.

Review №42

2022-07-20 05:01:18

We all love ice cream, but Mariannes takes that love to another level. I highly recommend giving them a whirl. The flavors alone are worth a try.Heaven, 1020, the pistachio and cardamom, 2am truffle, the macapuno (young coconut) 🥲.Seriously, try them out. You wont regret it.

Review №43

2023-09-03 05:11:26

Some of the best ice cream Ive had in my entire life. Lucky to have been born in the Mariannes capital!

Review №44

2022-10-27 23:02:40

Yummy ice cream and lots of flavors and favorites to choose from🍦😋

Review №45

2022-06-30 03:05:21

Almost always a line... even in the dead of winter. And if you are avoiding dairy (or if you are having a dinner party and need something to cleanse the pallet before moving on to the main course) they make the best non-dairy sorbet - Ive had the pomegranate, mango, raspberry, and a few others that I cant think of at the moment - but... dont eat it too fast... youll get brain freeze (although well worth it).Great place thats very friendly and has excellent 🍨🍦!

Review №46

2022-07-02 03:43:15

This is my favorite ice cream shop in the area, if not anywhere! It has a great history, because a quite a few of my family members know about it and grew up with it. The flavors are amazing (my favs are Mexican Chocolate & Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Dough 😋), and the service is outstanding! Such a fun experience. Always remember to take a number!

Review №47

2022-06-26 23:06:32

This is the quintessential family run local business that has become a great success. Mariannes Ice Cream has an amazing variety of ice cream flavors (try 1020, Heaven or any of the fruit-based flavors). This is a perfect place to cool down after going to the beach.

Review №48

2020-01-05 18:41:08

Brought my family here to try a non chain ice cream spot. There was 10 of us and they were very nice about giving us all free samples. They took our order quick. There is so many flavors to chose from. The interior seems old fashion. Parking was hard to find for us. The limit parking Desired is 15min per customer which makes it hard when it takes more than 10 min to decide what you want to order, specially if you have never been here. The ice cream I selected was mint chip and fudge brownie. I wasn’t too impressed but was happy to support a non chain business 🙂 Customer Service was in point ⭐️

Review №49

2023-11-02 21:26:52

Great ice cream with so many flavors to choose from highly recommend

Review №50

2020-10-08 21:10:51

One of the best of the best, so many flavors! Pumpkin and 1020, so good, fresh and smooth. Go here, go here now!

Review №51

2020-08-27 02:52:31

Very good fresh ice cream. Great portions and flavors!

Review №52

2016-08-04 06:52:03

This place can get busy! Its very popular.The quality / texture of the last ice cream I had was good. I couldnt really taste the flavor I picked though. It was blackberry something.I like that they will set up your dog with a bit of vanilla. Thats cool.

Review №53

2019-10-16 01:54:55

This place has amazing ice cream! It’s been a Santa Cruz staple and has been in business since 1947. They have a ton of amazing flavors and make them all in house. They make pre packed quarts you can take home as well. Love their milkshakes and my favorite thing is their banana split or hot fudge sundae. They get busy but expected with how good their ice cream and customer service is. Give em a try!

Review №54

2021-06-13 02:27:21

I don’t know how the ice cream at this place is this good but it is outstanding. Highly recommend the butter pecan. Buttery, deep flavor, and just the right amount of pecan. Also, I appreciate that they make the ice cream at slightly higher temperature than normal so it’s perfect texture and melty in a good way. Recommend.

Review №55

2020-09-17 15:44:55

I ordered a sundae but they said they were out. Yet the people before and after me ordered one. Then I ordered 3 milkshakes, 2 cones and a jr scoop. When I walked up to the pick up table I noticed that one of the cones was upside down in a cup. Not the end of the world. However I than realized the cone was floating in a cup of melted koffee krunch. I paused and looked up and asked politely why my ice cream was in a deconstructed form. Then she tells me like its my fault or I shouldve known, well the It was too soft so we had to put it in a cup. Honestly the milkshakes had a better chance of standing up on the cone. It was now inconveniencing her that I wanted a scoop in its correct form. I opted to just have the same thing as my wife since I figured that would be the easiest and I could see that it wasnt a risk. Hers was a scoop and not a puddle. We spend a lot of money there, I always tip well, it wasnt busy at all and I didnt understand the uncharacteristically bad service we received.

Review №56

2020-07-07 19:38:44

Its truly the best ice cream my family has ever eaten! Always fresh and delicious. Not too sweet but flavourful. The price is also amazing. I wish they had a location in South San Jose ;)

Review №57

2022-09-07 01:03:58

Marianne’s is quite simply the best. Best quality, great service, old school vibe. And the flavors are fantastic. I rotate favorites every couple of months. Mint Oreo, peanut butter cup, banana almond fudge, 1020, kalua krunch are some of my recent favorites, but you really can’t go wrong. Everyone I know has different favs. The shakes are great too. No day at the beach is complete without a trip to Marianne’s.

Review №58

2022-07-21 23:57:09

Lovely local ice cream place with super yummy ice cream and a lot of selection. I tried the Heaven flavor and it did not disappoint. Definitely worth a try! We will be back!

Review №59

2022-06-21 04:28:04

This is one amazing ice cream house . We spent the day at the Sea cliff beach. Dinner and found the best dessert. CoffeeMocha almond is the best. We also had sorbet... 3 cones and a shake!

Review №60

2018-06-22 17:29:45

There really is no better place to get ice cream. Staff is always helpful and nice (although they didnt know what a waffle cone was when I mentioned it). Tons of amazing flavors. My personal favorite thing to do is combine the Pistachio with Lavendar flavors. Guarantee youll love it!

Review №61

2021-06-14 03:44:40

Great ice cream, wait wasnt too long. Ask for ice cream for dogs, they gave us a free small cup of old fashioned vanilla for our dog and they loved if! Con is definitely the small parking spots. I have a larger truck and parked my best so others could leave but some B t h parked and blocked me and several others in. Luckily I just popped the tailgate down and indulged on my ice cream right there. Favorite flavor is the burgundy cherryyyy

Review №62

2021-07-19 19:32:13

I love their ice cream so much!! Its so good and their options for flavors and styles have such a variety! Their sorbets and sherbets are amazing as well! So are their novelties specials like chocolate covered bananas and ice cream sandwiches.

Review №63

2022-01-18 07:24:32

Awesome location. The old area and older buildings around it gives a nostalgic feeling like being back in the 50s or 60s. Huge variety of high quality ice cream is one of the best experiences eating out

Review №64

2023-05-17 20:46:19

Cool place in Santa Cruz areaLove the no sugar added to some ice creamsGreat service, always full,get the ticket when it’s packed.

Review №65

2019-06-23 17:37:28

I adore Mariannes ice-cream. My fiancé first took me here a few years ago, and it has been his favorite ice cream shop for decades. Gotta try the Banana almond fudge flavor. So yummy. And the staff is incredibly friendly and nice. Cant wait to come back.

Review №66

2020-06-30 02:30:21

Very good ice cream, but TERRIBLE SERVICE!!!! We spent over $45 on our family of 5. First the associate yells at me for not wearing a mask when I was standing outside. Secondly, my sons ice cream which was supposed to be a double was served as a single AND melting over his cup. They argued with us and said we took the wrong size and would not give us another scoop for their mistake. Meanwhile, there is a long line and they’re blaming us for holding it up. Yet they still will not give us a lousy scoop of ice cream. Unfortunately, I have to rate this one star, otherwise I’d rate it ZERO! Never will I come back again. Very rude and very disrespectful associates!

Review №67

2023-07-12 05:05:50

Delicious ice cream and they have a huge variety of flavors. We indulge every time we are in the area.

Review №68

2022-08-30 23:45:22

So many flavors! The coffee crunch was very nice--not too sweet, but my favorite was the butter pecan. Be careful--the scoops are large!

Review №69

2022-06-24 00:08:01

First time having ice cream there.Old fashioned type setting. Pick a number, and wait for youre number to be called. Great ice cream, and wonderful service.... I would recommend this place for travelers to stop and enjoy a nice treat!

Review №70

2019-12-20 08:58:24

Very overpriced but you get what you pay for too! Great service great icecream and great frozen on a stick chocolate dipped cheesecake slices. Everything at Mariannes is outstanding💗 and always service with a genuine smile and always a clean environment to have a sweet bite💕

Review №71

2022-08-23 21:57:34

What a hoppin little ice cream joint!8.23.22Revisited this shop again today and tried new flavors: cardamom pistachio, old tyme vanilla, butter pecan & German chocolate! SO GOOD! Staff was very friendly & attentive. Well be back for more flavors again soon!

Review №72

2022-10-02 18:39:04

We picked up a pre packed quart of Heath Bar from Seacliff location and when we opened it back at home we noticed that it was purely vanilla ice cream with no Heath Bar chunks inside. I called the store to let them know and spoke to the wonderful Tracy who offered to replace it. Tracy was a delight to work with and apologized for their mistake and asked if I could drop off the remaining quart to show her production team. We picked up the replacement quart and to our surprise it included a beautiful hand written apology as well and gift card for a future quart. Lesson learnt - next time I will ask for a hand packed quart. Mariannes have great ice cream and will be back for sure.

Review №73

2023-09-09 13:45:52

So many flavors of ice cream! We tried a few but their cardamom pistachio was my favorite!

Review №74

2019-06-06 05:03:45

Nothing like a million choices of homemade ice-cream!Even better when its incredible!

Review №75

2017-12-26 02:19:46

I grabbed some egg nog flavored Ive cream (it was the week before Christmas) and it was most wonderful! My biggest gripe would be that there were so many flavors that sounded delectable and I was only in town one night, so I couldnt try them all. Definitely recommended!

Review №76

2020-08-09 14:59:53

There’s a wide selection of ice cream plus both sherbet and sorbet. Great location, too - right across the street from an old-timey drive-in plus a pizza place and a Mexican restaurant. So a perfect place to grab dessert after dinner. My favorite ice cream is mint chip and Marianne’s version is nice and minty.

Review №77

2021-09-27 17:11:31

Enjoyed a quick ice cream cone while on a bike ride with some friends. I had the strawberry sorbet and it was pretty good. Wouldnt hesitate to stop by again and try out some of their other flavors.

Review №78

2022-09-13 01:28:41

😱 OMG, the best 🍨 ice 🍦 cream. They had so many flavors too. I had Mexican chocolate 🍫 and Banana 🍌 almond fudge. We will definitely be back

Review №79

2019-08-11 23:09:37

If you are near one of these you should not be buying ice cream anywhere else. And my secret tip: skip the line and buy pints (otherwise grab a ticket as soon as you get there : ) 2 pints for $11 these easily last at least three times longer than grocery Breyers air fluffed milk, better quality, support local, save money, all good things.I was 9 spots deep (most of these are groups of people as well) and it took about 3 minutes to get get to me. But turns out I didnt need to wait if I was picking pints from the freezer.If you dont see one of the flavors you want, just look confused for about 20 seconds and someone will probably offer to help. Impressive service for a busy Sunday.

Review №80

2019-04-17 01:30:16

Drive out of your way for this delicious ice cream.

Review №81

2020-02-24 21:24:54

We went to Penny ice creamery and tasted every flavor my husband and I didnt think you could mess up ice cream but they did. we proceeded to go to Marianne and had the most delicious experience for a much better price my husband got the oatmeal raisin with whipped cream and I got a mix of mango sorbet and key lime sorbet with whip cream so so so good ❤️🥰🌸🌺🌼

Review №82

2023-08-24 21:58:45

When my wife and I visit Seacliff Beach, we always end the day with lunch at Mariannes...I get a single scoop of heath bar in a waffle cone!!

Review №83

2022-10-11 11:03:32

Tried strawberry, snicker doodle cookie dough & coffee almond fudge. All impressive & very good. Excellent texture & not to rich. Definitely recommend!

Review №84

2023-10-08 01:16:08

Great ice cream amazing options. Plus a fantastic walk along the cliffs.

Review №85

2023-08-27 02:40:49

OMG yum o yumEvery flavor we tried was so deliciously creamyMust try if you are in this area

Review №86

2018-08-13 03:59:00

Delicious ice cream with many flavor choices. This location in Aptos is nicer than the Santa Cruz spot - its a bit easier to park here, this location takes credit card and there is a bathroom. Service is solid and they will use a separate scooper if you indicate food allergies.

Review №87

2017-07-14 22:00:51

Great ice cream, interesting flavors, nice counter workers and good portions for the price. Snickerdoodle had huge chunks of the cookie dough and fudge brownie was nice and chocolatey. We will be visiting again on our next time through.

Review №88

2020-09-18 02:47:33

Its not all that. During covid for some reason all you could get was ice cream. No sundaes, no toppings, no nothing. We were outside to place our order and my mom didnt have a mask on and was standing behind me and the girl says maam, do you have a mask? I cant serve you without one. Yet they have a sign outside stating if you dont want to wear a mask you can just do pickup. And yet again my husband went to pick up the ice cream when it was ready and didnt have his mask on and she says I cant give you your order until you have your mask on which is it? $18 for 4 nasty scoops of ice cream (the ice cream tasted like it had been sitting around since before covid.) You want a better idea? Go to your local grocery store buy your own ice cream sundae makings for half the price and half the attitude!!

Review №89

2019-12-31 04:57:23

Do I really need to say anything here. Ice cream is amazing. Staff very helpful. My daughter has an allergy and they go out of their way to be safe. 1020 and mudpie double scoop... Do it.

Review №90

2023-08-13 19:21:21

Local favorite, great ice cream, many good flavors, coffee almond fudge is my favorite!

Review №91

2020-07-05 05:27:21

Delicious! You gotta try their mud pie ice cream pie omg so good!

Review №92

2017-07-23 14:48:04

Quaint little ice cream shop! Even though they were very busy during my visit it didnt take long to be served. The employees were extremely friendly and fast. They have a ton of ice cream flavors and dessert options. This is definitely my go to place for a quick treat!

Review №93

2023-06-30 12:07:57

Ice cream is delicious! Service very good. The decor is sparse and unwelcoming.

Review №94

2018-09-08 01:16:59

Fantastic ice cream that is a bit on the expensive side. Prices fall in line more with Baskin Robbins or other well known ice cream chains. Over 80 flavors to choose from including some no-sugar added options. In addition to the ice cream, the shop also carries bottled beverages such as soda, beers and wine. The reason for the missing star, could be summed up to the expense and the lack of parking given the popularity of the shop. Still well worth a visit.

Review №95

2020-08-11 13:55:19

We spotted this on our way to the beach one day. Decided to stop by on our way back. Fun little spot. Lots of flavors. I love a place that has espresso in addition to ice cream. Something for mom and something for the kiddos. A great treat for the ride back home from a day at the beach.

Review №96

2019-08-25 05:14:36

A beach trip isnt complete without a trip to Mariannes. Unfortunately, their ice cream has gone downhill in recent years. Mixed flavors dont have as many mix-ins. The 50/50 is mostly vanilla ice cream. The Root Beer Float too. Its really too bad. :-(

Review №97

2018-05-30 19:59:28

Great ice cream with a cool ocean feel in the parlor. Always a great time.

Review №98

2020-08-30 02:38:28

Love love love Marianne’s ice cream. Stopping at Marianne’s anytime we are on the coast has become a tradition that I hope will pass down over generations to come. Staff are hard working and friendly and everything on the menu is just phenomenal.

Review №99

2019-07-22 00:15:40

I have gone to Mariannes Ice Cream for about 10 years and still love it. They have a lot of different flavors for everyone, toppings, milkshakes, and their staff is so friendly. Definitely recommend going there.

Review №100

2016-08-18 07:36:39

Love love love!!! Delicious chocolate ice cream. If you come down to Aptos, try this place! They have so many flavors,and their staff is very accommodating. They have a ticketing system, so you know youll never get skipped.

Review №101

2014-09-08 01:06:08

Staff delightful, great ice cream. They have an amazing assortment of mainstream and unique ice cream flavors, apparently locally made. We stopped in while visiting Santa Cruz and found it a delicious beach town experience.

Review №102

2019-08-25 03:10:35

Best place to get satisfaction if you have a sweet tooth!

Review №103

2017-01-17 15:32:45

Always a great treat! Rich, flavorful ice cream + friendly employees. Make it your tradition to stop by everytime youre within 5 miles of Mariannes...we do. 😀

Review №104

2017-09-04 03:15:39

Best ice cream in Santa Cruz, 2 locations now. More selection and better quality than Penny. Generous servings and very forgiving of dropped cones. They also have ice cream for your dog if you ask. Seacliff location also has coffee.

Review №105

2019-08-13 15:21:00

The ice cream at Mariannes is delicious. I got the pineapple-coconut ice cream and I really loved it. The scoops are generous and very reasonably priced. I visit every time Im in the Aptos area.

Review №106

2019-04-23 00:47:32

A must stop ice cream parlor for the Santa Cruz/Aptos area. Right off the freeway but parking can be crowded. Lots of different flavors, so I cant recommend one, though I really like the almond mocha. Also have quarts to take home.

Review №107

2019-12-04 21:52:54

Marianne’s has been and always will be the best ice cream place in Santa Cruz and beyond. So many flavors so there’s at least one for everyone to like. I’m really glad they opened up this second location

Review №108

2023-07-29 22:12:19

Im a forever fan of this ice cream

Review №109

2021-01-18 04:11:25

We stop by here everytime we are heading to the beach for ice cream and milkshakes. We try different flavors everytime and have never been disappointed. There are two locations with distinctive red painted exteriors. Pleasant staff.

Review №110

2020-07-19 05:34:43

Marianis ice cream is always so good. I like the format this time. You order in one area and pick it up in another area so we are not congregating inside the restaurant. Great job.

Review №111

2019-08-04 01:25:22

Everytime I come to seacliff beach, we will always stop at Marianns ice cream. I had the sugar free cafe with butter pecan on a waffle cone packed in real good. I didnt have time to take a picture because it was gone that fast....HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Review №112

2021-07-11 01:27:48

I usually go to Marianne’s in Santa Cruz, but found this other store in Aptos.Ice cream was still the classic ice cream and my guests from SoCal really enjoyed the ice cream. I wish they had a store closer to where I live, but if you are ever close by, a visit to Marianne’s is a must!It was a hot day and with COVID the store was closed and they had no outdoor seating which made it a little inconvenient. They are also still adapting to post COVID with orders at one window and pickup around the corner at the side door.

Review №113

2017-09-20 03:22:28

Itd be almost impossible to NOT find a flavor youd be curious about, which is probably why its always crowded. Thankfully, the line moves fast. The attendants are always willing to let you try flavors to satisfy your curiosity, which just leads to another hurdle: what flavor to commit to? This place is always a destination when were in Aptos or Santa Cruz, dont miss it! Recommended flavors: Watermelon Sorbet, Burgundy Cherry, and Mexican Chocolate.

Review №114

2017-11-09 04:35:39

Mariannes is a Santa Cruz staple. The original one is on Ocean Street in Santa Cruz but this location has all the same flavors plus a neat little local corner that has beer, wine, jam, and other little local treats.If you want super rich, unhealthy, an delicious Santa Cruz ice cream but dont want to go all the way downtown this is the place for it.

Review №115

2019-09-01 02:36:55

Lots of flavors to choose from. They can get quite busy on nice days, but they handle a crowd quite well. Parking is plentiful in the area. Being lactose intolerant, I tolerate their ice cream well. 👍🏼😜🍨😋

Review №116

2018-04-02 03:37:43

What can I say, they are a family business and they make all their own ice cream. I have been a happy consumer if Mariannes for over 40 years and I love it. The inly disappointment is thatthe new owners cannot get the coloring for tgeir licorice ice cream and in addition to it being white now (which is just wrong), it also does not have enough licorice flavor; this was one of my favorite flavors.

Review №117

2022-08-04 15:53:55

Their ice cream is amazing, me and my friends have gotten multiple flavors and none of them were disappointing

Review №118

2021-08-25 23:00:02

Such a great variety of flavors to choose from. Get a treat and go catch the view at Sea Cliff Beach. Cinnamon Chocolate is amazing in a cup or in a shake.

Review №119

2020-05-05 03:32:04

I wish I had a better experience. The non dairy section is extremely limited and prices are high. I ended up with the mango sorbet and it was horrible. The flavor taste totally artificial and metal-like. I two two bites and had to throw it away. I’ve never done that before...

Review №120

2017-01-26 07:58:11

Love this place! My husband and I always stop by here when we pass through Santa Cruz. Their flavors are so original and high quality! Some of our favorites include the cardamom, coconut and almond flavors.

Review №121

2023-10-03 22:17:19

Incredible mint ice cream pie with Oreo crust! Just a work of delicious art!

Review №122

2018-05-17 23:25:44

Our favorite. I always try a new flavor, and its always amazing. Even licorice was surprisingly good. I love that they have dog ice cream, too. And even when its busy, its fairly quick.

Review №123

2024-01-10 06:50:40

My kids love the ice cream.

Review №124

2019-07-20 23:42:06

A family favorite after visiting the beach. They have a bunch of atypical flavors to choose from, along with the typical cone / cup selection. The store is decorated with merchandise or food from small, local producers. The staff are helpful and they provide an organic waste, recycling, and trash, though an employee mentioned they only toss refuse into two different containers.

Review №125

2017-02-08 04:38:12

Mariannes is some of the best ice cream in town. Unique flavors and large servings. A Santa Cruz tradition. This is their second location in Aptos. This location takes credit cards! The line in Aptos is also usually much shorter than their other location. Parking is limited, but not usually a problem.

Review №126

2022-07-30 23:45:31

The ice cream smelled like the nasty water they were washing the ice cream scoops in. Even smelling the 2 scoop I paid for made me super bummed. Seems like a bunch of kids run the joint that dont care about products that they are selling for a paycheck......gross.

Review №127

2020-08-15 16:35:25

I cant type the words I want to use...so I will say this. I REALLY love this place.I can be driving home from a jobsite at 930pm and get a scoop just off the freeway.Quality, old school quality ice cream giving young kids jobs in that traditional way of the old days.No flashy sales or silly names...just yum and a comfortable momentary flashback to a better time.Wear your masks! These kids dont play with our health or theirs. So wear those masks and ENJOY!

Review №128

2023-07-12 16:22:43

Amazing ice cream for a hot day. Try the rum raisin and the Irish coffee flavors

Review №129

2017-08-06 01:23:56

So many flavors, so little stomach room. You cant go wrong here!Local tip: if youre a savory person, go for the ginger ice cream. Great mix of spice and sweet.

Review №130

2020-07-21 00:22:13

Famous local Ice cream joint, a long line everyday. Variety of nice flavors offered. The dog even got a free little scoop. Great walk to this place

Review №131

2023-07-15 23:06:25

Its icecream you need, but not the icecream you really really want. its conveniently located, decent quality, not the best, not the worst, but its there for ya

Review №132

2023-02-23 23:44:52

Sorry that I could not give it more stars . Came here multiple times on our trip. Fantastic selection ! Fantastic ice cream !!

Review №133

2018-10-02 23:42:34

Mariannes is the place for ice cream in Santa Cruz County. Nobody else even comes close. This is a local place with two locations, Aptos and Santa Cruz, that makes all their own ice cream. when I didnt live in the area and we came over here we always made a point to stop at Mariannes, its that good.

Review №134

2016-02-17 16:44:45

Mariannes ice cream tops my list of ice cream places. They have an amazing variety of ice cream and sherbet that theres something for everyone!My favorite is their green tea ice cream. Though I like Creams green tea ice cream, Mariannes tastes like matcha green tea; not overly sweet and a touch of slight bitterness. I also enjoy their butter brickle, horchata, cantaloupe...Ive never had a flavor I havent enjoyed.Mariannes can get busy at times (especially in the summer since its on the main road to Highway 17) and you will have to grab a number but its well worth the wait! Theres parking in the small lot they share with the liquor store (make sure you dont park in the spaces designated for the liquor store) and street parking.They also now offer Mariannes ice cream at the Pacific Cookie Company on Telegraph in Berkeley but the selection is so small that going to Santa Cruz to experience the true Mariannes is a must! I mean, you dont want to miss out on the singing cow wallpaper...

Review №135

2019-07-18 00:43:49

Selections galore. Homemade goodness at its finest. Patio seating not only allowed us to bring our dog along but they even gave him a doggie scoop of vanilla. Parking is limited but service is speedy so drive a round the block and something will open up.

Review №136

2018-10-13 23:16:27

Worth the long-ish wait! They have lots of flavors but my favorite is the 50-50 which tastes like a dreamsicle! Worth a stop if you are on your way to or from Santa Cruz or the nearby state park and beach.

Review №137

2022-06-04 12:41:47

Nothings better than Mariannes Ice Cream! Theyve been in business at least as long as Ive been alive. You wont be disappointed!

Review №138

2022-06-29 14:40:09

Worth the wait! Cant wait to come back and try more flavors. We loved them all. So creamy and fluffy and tasty

Review №139

2023-06-21 01:46:26

Yum! We drive from San Jose just for dessert here and then back home! We love this place: )

Review №140

2023-05-16 03:10:49

Lots of delicious flavors. A bit pricey but real good ice cream

Review №141

2024-06-30 22:20:47

So many choices. So tasty! The servers are always friendly and helpful. The worst part about the place is the tendency to have long lines. If you time it right, tho, youre in for a treat!

Review №142

2018-12-29 13:14:22

I personally ordered pistacio and it was not for me. They do have so many options, you will need some time to look through the name plates at least 25+ flavors...so many options...close to the seacliff beach about 3 min. drive..for those hot summer days or a ice cream before heading home if you dont live in area. The have kids/adult sizes. Also if you try your luck on the gum ball machine they have inside and get a smile face, you get a free scoop of icecream on the house, your choice. My son told me...mom look i had a gum with a smile face..thats how we found out. We just show them and pick our flavor. Parking can be limited through but where ever you park its a very short walk.

Review №143

2019-08-13 20:47:46

Wonderful! Best ice cream in Santa Cruz! I would have posted a pic of my double scoop German Chocolate ice cream but I ate it too fast. So goooood!!!

Review №144

2023-06-18 23:54:10

Dont ever just drive on by if youre close to Mariannes, the absolute BEST ice cream in the WORLD!!!

Review №145

2023-05-24 20:19:22

Very friendly staff and amazing ice cream. A must-try in Santa Cruz!

Review №146

2023-06-17 19:34:51

Delicious ice cream & local coffee 👍

Review №147

2022-09-04 22:34:24

Many many unusual flavors such as Licorice, Mango and blueberry ice creams each made with Marianne artisinal recipes. Pralines and Cream was divine.

Review №148

2019-08-29 22:25:46

Really delicious ice cream and a huge variety of flavors. There is a coffee shop on the other side of the counter which is convenient. It is quite busy most any part of the day.

Review №149

2020-07-14 23:46:07

Horrible, horrible service and I have reasonably low standards. I have never been to a place with service as bad as this business and as a business should be ashamed of theirselves. Waited in line for a bit of a wait and when they didnt get one cone correct was told to go back in line. As if that wasnt bad enough they messed it up again and was told to go wait in line again. After arguing with the blonde male they refunded me and then reordered it and finally got it correct. This might have all been avoided if they actually printed the receipts or read the order back.

Review №150

2021-07-11 03:03:04

We love this place! Great way to end the day! Well worth the usual wait after a long day at the beach! So many flavors to choose from and all delicious!!

Review №151

2023-04-24 23:20:48

Love it here! I go here every time I’m in the area. I get the strawberry cheesecake

Review №152

2021-03-25 21:06:58

Super easy and quick service at the State Park Dr location, highly recommend going here over the one on Ocean St because they have more space to work with so when it gets busy you dont need to be near so many people. Just order in the window and they put it at the door so you dont need to go inside.

Review №153

2018-10-18 19:16:37

Please has most insane flavors of ice cream and so many to choose from all handmade places usually very packed with people but they do move the lines along quickly great place to bring your family friends or to just get a drink or something cold on a hot day I recommend this place highly

Review №154

2023-06-01 03:56:15

Italian here… and very picky on ice-cream… Gelato I’d say. Marianne’s is where to go

Review №155

2019-10-24 18:45:24

Wonderful flavors of ice cream and plenty of choices. Young man at counter was not friendly though. No bnb smile or thank you. Acted as if we were an inconvenience 😥

Review №156

2014-07-16 18:23:10

Loaded 6 of my grandkids into the pickup truck and set out for ice cream cones at the new Mariannes Ice Cream in Aptos. The shop was crowded when we arrived on Saturday afternoon but the wait was short. Each of us picked our favorite flavor and ordered cones. A pre-packed quart of Coffee Almond Fudge was also purchased for the family members left back home. Not a disappointment in the bunch. It was dead quite as we all enjoyed what might have been the best Ice Cream any of had tasted.Thank you Mariannes and welcome to Aptos!

Review №157

2021-09-25 17:48:43

You wont find better ice cream! Love that they have no sugar added options. Our favorite thing to do is grab an ice cream and watch the waves at Seacliff

Review №158

2021-12-01 23:40:19

My son said the root beer ice cream is da bomb. Great ice cream, no in store dining. Order at the curb and pickup from the pickup window.

Review №159

2022-07-30 18:33:50

Friendly attentive staff at all locations, unreal selection unparalleled silky ice cream and sweet treats for any palate.

Review №160

2018-07-12 02:11:39

The newer location, limited parking right on the corner. Ice cream is soo good, worth the trip. Portions are on the large side, staff is great with how busy the shop is.

Review №161

2020-07-10 00:21:15

Best waffle cone Ive ever had. Such a creamy texture and natural flavor. I’ll have to come back before going back to Texas.

Review №162

2019-07-14 15:06:19

BEST ICE CREAM!!! its good and there are so.many flavors. The coffee is good too. overall the best place to stop for ice cream after the beach

Review №163

2017-07-23 22:41:40

Awesome ice cream, phenomenal flavors, super people that work there, wish Id found them sooner, right above sea cliff state Beach, a MUST DO STOP !!

Review №164

2019-07-22 03:10:12

Excellent ice cream and friendly service. Can be very busy during peak hours and especially summertime (obvs :))! Never had a bad flavor!

Review №165

2021-11-25 18:55:05

Ice cream like this wont be found anywhere else! I particularly like the options without added sugar. Watching the waves and having an ice cream are some of our favorite things to do at Seacliff

Review №166

2022-06-12 04:42:49

Very delicious ice creams with many varieties to choose. Expect long lines waiting but people there are serving fast

Review №167

2017-04-03 06:56:18

Mariannes is always packed! But in a good way. So many friendly faces that are happy to chit chat while youre enjoying your ice cream

Review №168

2020-01-25 18:17:22

Amazing ice cream, a must-go when in Santa Cruz! Has a nostalgic feel of a simpler time and the counter servers are helpful and friendly! Do not miss!

Review №169

2017-07-25 23:44:59

Some of the best creamy ice cream I ever had. Loved the maple walnut, hard to find flavor. Incredible variety.

Review №170

2019-07-17 21:20:28

They had they best cantaloupe icecream. Also they have a ticket number picking system so dont forget to get a ticket when you enter the shop. Ppl all served based on the number on their ticket.

Review №171

2017-08-04 05:38:35

Yay! Mariannes in Aptos! If only it were there 25-30yrs ago when I lived down the street and rode my bike by there every day... Awesome homemade ice creams, SO many yummy flavors! Mariannes is a staple in Santa Cruz, and now a second location, Woo hoo!

Review №172

2019-08-06 00:08:14

Its a perfect addition to a day at the beach just before you get on the highway there is Mary Anns and the best ice cream selection anywhere around get some today in fact every day

Review №173

2018-07-27 04:55:54

A local favorite with an outstanding variety of flavors. Chain establishments pale in comparison.The 2 locations are old school ice cream shops.

Review №174

2022-06-28 02:45:02

The service was very good. Selection is great with something for everyone. Between the single scoop and double scoop there isnt that much of a difference.

Review №175

2018-11-06 19:12:15

Mariannes is a household name on the central coast. My supermarket sells Mariannes. However theres nothing quite like going to Mariannes in person and picking out your favorite flavor. My favorite is the Lavender and I can trust that every time I walk through the door of a Mariannes that theyll have it.

Review №176

2017-01-31 12:42:17

Smooth creamy icecream with lots of unique flavors!! Ive only tried a few but its definitely somewhere I would go back for more. I reccomend the brownie sundae!

Review №177

2024-01-09 07:02:44

The ice cream is really tasty.

Review №178

2019-10-20 05:59:41

This place is amazing! Big selection of flavors. If you like coffee, you have to try their Koffee Krunch ice cream!

Review №179

2022-08-02 22:24:20

Omg this place is delicious!!! Came to get ice cream 3 days in a row while visiting.

Review №180

2019-03-19 00:02:18

Cant wait to go back and try other flavors of their delicious ice cream. Walking distance to beach which is just the right place to enjoy

Review №181

2022-08-21 15:00:58

Most patient folks in town. I highly recommend. Bring your wallets. Its lime $6,75 for a small portion

Review №182

2018-03-30 05:27:58

Only reason they got 4 stars was because of attitude. But their ice cream is phenomenal. Long lines are common but theyre usually very quick.

Review №183

2022-08-04 01:00:17

Huge selection of different flavors. Good ice cream. They also sell hot beverages.

Review №184

2018-08-28 09:53:22

Delicious ice cream! Lemon custard and salted caramel were my favorite flavors. Excellent customer service.

Review №185

2022-05-16 21:33:44

Perfect vegan options. Not too sour and not too sweet.

Review №186

2019-08-20 01:20:55

Best small batch ice cream around. Tons of flavors to choose from! Definitely worth trying.

Review №187

2018-06-11 20:16:39

Wish I could try all the flavors. I have never been disappointed. Ice cream technicians are always happy to serve you.

Review №188

2019-07-22 15:01:22

Great local ice cream place. So many flavors to choose from.

Review №189

2022-08-23 20:45:13

Lot of flavors and great tasting Ice cream. Must try 1020 if you like caramel.

Review №190

2022-03-21 21:22:27

Amazing flavors and the only place I can find that has marshmallow sauce for their sundaes!

Review №191

2019-05-08 04:18:17

Great coffee in the morning and tasty ice cream in the afternoon. Staff is often busy but maintains their composure and serves up wonderful treats.

Review №192

2022-08-09 19:55:42

Great ice cream spot with a lot of flavors to choose from.

Review №193

2023-05-15 00:19:13

Very delicious ice cream, lots of choices including vegan

Review №194

2016-04-08 20:27:49

Often crowded huge selection of flavors, decent ice cream quality.They fixed the interior and theres plenty of seating.

Review №195

2017-07-17 06:01:33

Love the variety in flavors! Wish there was more parking but besides that no complaints we stop here everytime we pass through the area!!! Butter Brickle is to die for!

Review №196

2019-07-03 04:48:12

Lots of ice cream choices. Love the service. Highly recommend it!!!

Review №197

2017-07-26 07:32:10

Absolutely delicious! Hands down the best ice cream Ive had!!! And so so so many flavors to choose from!!!!!

Review №198

2019-08-23 01:35:06

Great old time ice cream joint. Lots of cool flavors. A must if you want the Santa Cruz experience

Review №199

2018-01-03 20:04:31

Biggest selection of flavors Ive ever seen at an ice cream shop. Friendly staff. Ice Cream is top quality