1. Mels Place Artisan Ice Cream
11538 S Foothills Blvd
2. Hula Hut Yuma Artisan Ice Cream
12529 S Frontage Rd
3. Solano's Homemade Ice Cream Factory Artisan Ice Cream
1452 S 4th Ave
4. Mooo's Creamery Artisan Ice Cream
1400 S 4th Ave
5. Lighthouse Raspados & Snacks Italian Ice & Shaved Ice
711 W 3rd St
6. Planet Icee Artisan Ice Cream
11274 S Fortuna Rd
7. Refresqueria "La Paloma" Artisan Ice Cream
2093 S 1st Ave
9. Parad-Ice Cream Rolls Rolled Ice Cream
1979 E 16th St
11. Shalom Raspados Italian Ice & Shaved Ice
32nd St and 8 1/2 Foothills
12. Mooo's Artisan Ice Cream
1400 South 4th Avenue
13. Baskin-Robbins Artisan Ice Cream
11259 S Frontage Rd Suite 104
14. Dairy Queen (Treat) Soft Serve
11280 S Fortuna Rd
15. Dairy Queen (Treat) Soft Serve
551 E 32nd St 551 E 32nd St
16. Dippin' Dots Artisan Ice Cream
1418 S Yuma Palms Pkwy Ste 4
17. Cold Stone Creamery Artisan Ice Cream
1317 S Yuma Palms Pkwy, Ste A01
18. Cold Stone Creamery Artisan Ice Cream
1317 S Yuma Palms Pkwy, Ste A01
19. Freddy's Frozen Custard
Yuma, AZ
Ice cream shops in Yuma, AZ: a local guide
We currently track 19 ice cream shops and parlors serving Yuma, AZ in Yuma County.
What ice cream costs in Yuma
A single scoop in Yuma usually runs about $4-$7, with specialty sundaes, shakes, and pints higher. Small-batch and locally made ice cream costs a little more than soft-serve chains.
What to look for in an ice cream shop in Yuma
- Check for dairy-free, vegan, or no-sugar-added options if you need them.
- Ask what's seasonal or local — the best shops rotate flavors and use local dairy or fruit.
- Read reviews for portion size and freshness, not just the flavor list.
- Check hours and seasonality — many Yuma scoop shops keep shorter winter hours.
- For groups or events, ask about pints, cakes, and catering.
Questions to ask before you go
- Do you make your ice cream in-house?
- What dairy-free or vegan options do you have?
- Which flavors are seasonal or local right now?
- Do you sell pints, cakes, or cater events?
- What are your hours this time of year?
Many Yuma listings also serve hand-dipped ice cream, soft serve, gelato, sorbet, and dairy-free options.
Frequently asked questions
How much does ice cream cost in Yuma?
A single scoop in Yuma usually runs about $4 to $7, with sundaes, shakes, and pints higher. Small-batch and locally made ice cream costs a bit more than soft-serve chains.
Where can I find dairy-free or vegan ice cream in Yuma?
Many Yuma shops now carry dairy-free, vegan, or sorbet options. Check the listings above and ask, since offerings change with the season.
What is the difference between gelato and ice cream?
Gelato has less fat and less air than ice cream, so it is denser with more intense flavor. Several Yuma shops serve both.
Are Yuma ice cream shops open year-round?
Some keep shorter winter hours or close seasonally. Check the hours for the shop you have in mind before you go.
Ice cream in Yuma: the local scoop
Where's the best ice cream in Yuma?
The shops above are the independent, small-batch spots in and around Yuma — no chains. The order reflects community ratings, so the more people rate, the better it gets. Tried one? Give it a rating.
Gelato, custard, or classic scoop?
Use the category chips to filter Yuma shops by gelato, frozen custard, soft serve, sorbet and dairy-free, and rolled ice cream — whatever you're craving.
Know a spot we're missing?
This directory is built from open data and grows with the community. If a great Yuma scoop shop isn't listed, add it here.
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