Treat your family to an unforgettable frozen adventure! This guide will lead you to the coolest treats in Conejo Valley - Malibu - Calabasas, perfect for ice cream scoops, softserve, frozen yogurt, gelato, snow crème, ices, smoothies, smoothie bowls and other unique cold and sweet indulgences. Along with delectable options, many local shops offer custom ice cream cakes, pies, and frozen creations to elevate your family celebrations, holidays, and special occasions. Additionally, I've curated a selection of remarkable local food establishments that offer ice cream or other delightful frozen treats.
Luckily, there's no need to wander far, as I've curated a abundance of mouthwatering options right here in Thousand Oaks, Oak Park, Agoura Hills, Malibu, Calabasas, Westlake Village, and Newbury Park. But if you're feeling adventurous, we've also included noteworthy spots in nearby Los Angeles and Ventura counties, so you can explore further and find even more frozen fun.
Create cherished memories with your family as you savor each frozen delight. Whether you choose to stay close to home or venture into nearby communities, the array of delectable wonders will leave you enchanted and wanting more. Prepare for a taste filled journey that unveils the finest frozen treasures in this idyllic corner of Southern California. So, let the adventure begin!
I've listing all the local options in Agoura Hills, Malibu, Calabasas, Oak Park, Westlake Village, Newbury Park, Thousand Oaks and nearby that I could think of. Please bookmark this page and check back for updates. I do my best to keep this page updated with the most current information, but please check the website for the most current location and hours. If I missed any of your favorites please let me know: brennag@macaronikid.com
Let's dive in and discover your new frozen favorites!
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Ice Cream, Gelato, Frozen Custard and Ices
Carrara's: Offering pastries, cakes, coffee and gelato. While not exactly a gelato shop they do sell containers of their specialty gelato. I have not had their gelato yet I can tell you they have great coffee and amazing pastries.
- Agoura Hills: 28914 Roadside Drive | 818-661-9006 | located in the Whizins Market Square | Open late, till 9 pm Sun-Thurs and 10 pm Fri & Sat.
- Nearby: Also located in Moorpark, this location also offers a full dinning menu.
Tifa Chocolate & Gelato: The locally owned original started in Agoura Hills and has several franchise locations. It's one of my family's favorites, in addition to handcrafted gelato, they have super yummy cookies and other sweet treats, fine chocolate plus coffee and tea. Stop by with your family, they will not be disappointed, the hardest part is choosing which flavor as they have so many.
Locations: Most location open 10 am -10 pm, later Friday and Saturday - Check individual locations details
- Agoura Hills: 28888 Roadside Drive at Whizin Market Square near Wood Ranch BBQ | 818-879-0685
- Thousand Oaks: 1730 E. Avenida De Los Arboles, Suite D | 805-219-8844
- Westlake Village: 30760 Russell Ranch Road Suite A near the Fountain in The Shoppes At Westlake Village / Target Shopping Center | 805-796-1893
- Nearby: Camarillo | Porter Ranch
Baskin Robbins Ice Cream Shop: Known to many as "31 Flavors", although they have way more now - I counted. Another family favorite, they have all the classic flavors plus some unique and unusual ones - keep your eye out for the limited flavors of the month. One of my fav Baskin Robbins creations is their ice cream cakes - they've helped my family celebrate many occasions. My kids love the clown cones and Polar Pizza, my fav is hot fudge sundae, milkshakes too! My all-time fav flavor is peanut butter n' chocolate. Did you know that all BR shops are locally owned franchises? You can also find pre-packs at some local grocery stores.
Shops: Most location open daily 11 am - 10 pm
- Agoura Hills: 5697 Kanan Road | 818-991-9106
- Newbury Park: 2389 Michael Drive | 805-499-3777
- Thousand Oaks: 2839 E Thousand Oaks Blvd in Skyline Plaza | 805-370-8870
- Thousand Oaks: 1772P East Avenida De Los Arboles | 805-492-0042
- Nearby: Simi Valley | Moorpark | Woodland Hills | Camarillo | Fillmore
Leone's Original Italian Ices: The Italian Ice King of California! They offer "water ices" and "crème ices" plus hot and cold drinks including coffee and hot chocolate. If you are a coffee lover like me you must try the Affogato! I will mention that this another family fav, but they have soooo many flavors it's hard to choose. This one of a kind business is owned and operated by a local family. Know for the highest quality ingredients with Gluten Free and Vegan options.
They are typically opened later during the summertime, check the hours before heading out.
- Thousand Oaks - 1696 E Thousand Oaks Blvd | 917-642-8338
Little Calf Creamery: Artisan ice cream and sorbet made fresh daily plus custom cakes and mud pies, yum! The Thousand Oaks location offers a full menu of ice creams plus meals from the Café including burgers, sandwiches, soups, salads and items just for kids. The Westlake location offers a menu of ice creams and fresh baked desserts only. Locally owned an operated.
- Thousand Oaks - Creamery & Café: 652 E Janss Rd | 805-497-2000 | Open daily: 11 am - 9 pm
- Westlake Village - Scoop Shop: 3980 Thousand Oaks Blvd #2 | 805-917-6855 | Mon-Tue: 3 -9 pm and Wed-Sun: 12 - 9 pm
Malibu Yogurt & Ice Cream: I haven't been in a while, but this one was most definitely a winner with my kids and I. Everything is super yummy and there is plenty of outdoor seating around the fountain. One of a kind, local owned treasure.
- Malibu - 23755 Malibu Rd Ste 600
Le Café De La Plage: Not just ice cream, they have a full menu of food items and coffee that look amazing. While I have not been yet it's on my bucket list. Keep your eye out sometimes you will find their pre-packaged ice cream in the freezer at your local grocery store. Those I have had and they are delish, just don't ask me to pick a flavor.
- Malibu - 29169 Heathercliff Rd, Ste 112 | 310-457-3380
- Nearby: Santa Monica
Kith Treats Malibu: Located inside the recently opened Kith Malibu Flagship, a lifestyle brand and progressive retail concept offering a seasonal collections of men’s, women’s and children’s apparel, accessories and footwear.
- Malibu: 23465 Civic Center Way, Suite #110 | 424-235-1398
Cold Stone Creamery: Freshly made in the store, you chose your mix-ins and end up with a custom creation. They also offer an assortment of frozen drinks and custom cakes. Nationwide locations / local owned franchises.
- Thousand Oaks - 215-A N. Moorpark Road inside the Janss Marketplace
- Nearby: West Hills, Simi Valley, Northridge, Santa Monica and Sherman Oaks
Handel's Homemade Ice Cream: Fresh homemade ice cream using original methods and recipes in-store daily since 1945 with multiple franchise locations across the country.
- Calabasas: 23369 Mulholland Drive in the El Camino Shopping Center, next to Health Nut | 818-805-3988 | Open daily: 11 am - 10 pm
- Nearby: Northridge and Santa Monica
- Coming soon: Thousand Oaks and Oxnard
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams: Just Ice cream, but very creamy and unique and unusual flavors. You can get it by the scoop or by the pint, you might even find pre-packs at your local grocery store. This famous national brand is often in the news, has several "scoop shops" all over Los Angeles, but only one in our backyard.
- Calabasas - 4751 Commons Way, Suite A - Near Barnes & Noble Booksellers
- Nearby: Venice and Beverly Hills
Coaches Old Fashioned Ice Cream Parlor: I've not been yet, but have been meaning to go - this place looks amazing. They offer super premium ice cream, shakes, malts, sundaes, sorbets, soy cream plus cookies and brownies. From their Facebook page: "Local Old Fashioned Ice Cream Parlor. Owned by Conejo Valley Locals, Real Seats From Angel and Dodger Stadium."
- Coaches in Newbury Park - 3345 Kimber Drive, Unit D | 805-375-6555
- Nearby: Moorpark
Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard of Newbury Park: Rita's Ice Custard happiness offers frozen custard, Italian Ice, milkshakes, frozen drinks and custom frozen creations! I look my boys and it was pretty tasty.
- Newbury Park: Located inside Chevron ExtraMile at 2290 Borchard Road, Newbury Park | 805-499-1072 | Open daily: 12 - 8 pm
Michoacán A Pedir De Boca: This brand new ice cream shop where tradition meets taste and sweet meets savory. Choose from a variety of ice cream, frozen yogurt, milkshakes, smoothies, fresh fruit water and more.
- Thousand Oaks: 1044 E Avenida De Los Arboles | 805-304-6951 | Open M-Th 11 am - 9 pm and Fri-Sun 11 am - 10 pm
Thrifty hand scooped Ice Cream counters located inside Rite Aid: Although Thrifty Drug is long gone this 80+ year old California classic is still here. You can get scoops at your local Rite Aid location or pick up pre-packs to-go in up to 52 flavors. If you grew up in California you probably have fond memories of getting ice cream cones at Thrifty. Located all over.
- Nearby Rite Aid Locations: Calabasas at The Commons | Thousand Oaks on Avenida de los Arboles | Camarillo | Simi Valley | Fillmore | Santa Monica
Coming Soon:
Handel's Homemade Ice Cream: Fresh homemade ice cream using original methods and recipes in-store daily since 1945 with multiple franchise locations across the country.
- Thousand Oaks: In the outdoor area of the Oaks Shopping center
Bacio di Latte: Gelato and Sorbet made fresh in shop using the highest quality ingredients with new flavors every 3-weeks
- Westlake Village: The Promenade at Westlake
- Additional locations: Several in Los Angeles and one in Orange County
Frozen Yogurt
Yogurtland: Self-serve Frozen Yogurt, this is a national brand with locations all over, many are local owned franchises and offer fundraising opportunities.
- Westlake Village - 111 S Westlake Blvd near Sharky's | 805-497-9763
- Additional location: Simi Valley
Yozen Frogurt: Made fresh, everyday, and contains both live and active cultures. Locally owned frozen yogurt shop.
- Westlake Village - 2900 Townsgate Road, Westlake Village | 805-230-3800
Wild Cherry: Frozen Yogurt, ice cram, smoothies and Boba drinks.
- Thousand Oaks: 1724 N Moorpark Road | 805-449-1140
Malibu Yogurt & Ice Cream: In addition to Ice Cream they also offer soft serve frozen yogurt, there is plenty of outdoor seating around the fountain to enjoy your fro-yo. One of a kind, local owned treasure.
- Malibu - 23755 Malibu Rd Ste 600
Pinkberry: The original tart frozen yogurt that started in Los Angeles reigniting the phenomenon for frozen yogurt. We have two locations where you can get this tart favorite or travel a little to a nearby store.
- Agoura Hills - Emil's Bake House: This yummy bakery serves Pinkberry | 5005 Kanan Road | 818-532-7663
- Thousand Oaks - the Oaks Shopping center: A Pinkberry vending machine on the lower level in the JCPenny court between the elevator and the kids play area not far from the food court | 350 West Hillcrest Drive | 805-495-2031
- Store Locations: Northridge | Santa Monica | Beverly Hills | Marina del Rey
Menchie's Frozen Yogurt: Frozen yogurt made with fresh milk, the entire line of frozen products are certified Kosher offering gluten-free and vegan treat options too. You pay by weight not by topping.
- Nearby: West Hills at Fallbrook Mall | Woodland Hills | Oxnard at the Collection at River Park
Smoothies, Smoothie Bowls and Boba
Finding smoothies, smoothie bowls, and Boba isn't hard—you can find them at most donut shops, many cafes, and all the health food stores. But to make it easier for you, I've put together a list of local places where these treats are the main stars. Enjoy exploring these spots with your family!
Sunlife Organics: This Malibu original is more than a juice bar, they have smoothies and smoothie bowls offered at multiple locations.
- Thousand Oaks: The Lakes at Thousand Oaks, 2200 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. | 805-379-2999
- Malibu West: 29169 Heathercliff Road | 310-457-6161 | Open daily 7 am - 7 pm
- Malibu East: 3835 Cross Creek Road | 310-456-7070
- Calabasas: 23643 Calabasas Road | 747-263-7047
- Additional locations: Manhattan Beach | USC Village
Matcha Boba: This premier bubble tea shop is also a café that makes pastries in-house. They serves Boba smoothies, bubble tea, Boba tea, milk tea, espresso and iced coffee.
- Thousand Oaks: 245 N Moorpark Rd Suite B at Janss Marketplace food court
Malibu Boba: Brand new shop offering handcrafted boba drinks.
Agoura Hills: 5013 Kanan Road | Near IHOP | Instagram
The Healthy Place: Fuel Your Body with Deliciously Nutritious Protein Smoothies and Amazing Energizing Turbo Teas. Family-owned and operated.
Ubatuba Açaí: Vegan friendly offering Brazilian style smoothies, açaí bowls and empanadas in multiple SoCal locations.
- Thousand Oaks: 1655 E Thousand Oaks Blvd Unit 102 | 805-444-9525
- Nearby locations: Santa Monica | Tarzana | Northridge | Woodland Hills | Moorpark | Camarillo | Ventura
Jamba: Multiple locations offering smoothies, bowls, snacks and grab n' go.
Nearby locations:
- Agoura Hills: 5629 Kanan Road | 818-532-7066
- Westlake Village: 2749 Agoura Road | 805-778-0854
- Thousand Oaks: 33 N. Moorpark Road | 805-449-1300
- Newbury Park Village: 1025 Broadbeck Lane | 805-498-5072
- Nearby: Moorpark | Camarillo | Simi Valley | Santa Monica | Fillmore | Woodland Hills
Robeks: Multiple locations offering a wide variety of smoothies and bowls.
- Thousand Oaks: 1404 N. Moorpark Road Thousand Oaks | 805-371-7176
Clean Juice - Agoura Hills: A locally owned certified organic restaurant specializing in cold-pressed juice cleanses, smoothies, acai bowls, small bites like avocado toast, and more.
- Agoura Hills: 5811 Kanan Road | 818-597-9701 | Open M-F 7 am - 7 pm, Sat 8 am - 7 pm and Sun 9 am - 6 pm
More than just Frozen Treats:
Café Sapientia: The only local place I know where you can find Korean shave ice - Snow Crème. An amazing café owned and operated by a local family, it's high on the list of my family's favorites. Go for the Snow Crème, but don't miss out on their many other offerings including the highest quality single origin-based coffee, specialty teas, unique drinks, pastries, sandwiches and seasonal soups. We love to stop by for a snack, lunch, sweet treat and some of the best coffee / espresso in town. My personal fave is the strawberry Snow Crème, but my kids like Oreo, they like to swap the chocolate snow cream for the original that way it's not too sweet. They also have plenty of outdoor seating. Please note: They are closed Tuesdays, some holidays and occasional days during holiday breaks.
- Oak Park - 706 Lindero Canyon Rd Ste 794 | they are at Kanan Road and Lindero Canyon in the center with the yellow buildings.
Honey Cup Coffeehouse & Creamery: This local coffee shop offers more than pastries and breakfast they also have homemade ice cream. I haven't had the chance to visit, but I it's on my list.
- Newbury Park - 360 Via Las Brisas | 805-716-3156
- Nearby: Honey Cup Wagon Wheel - Oxnard & Oxnard on Harbor Blvd
Carrara Pastries: Offering homemade Italian desserts, gelato and coffee at three locations. I haven't tried the gelato yet, but the coffee and pastries are delish. AH is open late till 9 pm, then 10 pm on Fri & Sat.
- Agoura Hills - 28914 Roadside Drive. at Whizin Market Square
- Nearby: Moorpark Italian Restaurant & Café | Pasadena Café
JOi Café: Stop by this local organic, plant based, gluten free eatery next time you're looking for a smoothie or smoothie bowl. Don't stop at a smoothie, they have a very extensive menu with something for everyone, including breakfast.
- Westlake Village: 2855 Agoura Road
Tarantula Hill Brewing Co.: The food and the brews might be the main draw, but don't miss out - treat your family to some in-house made ice cream. Head to the ice cream bar and you'll also find vegan options.
- Thousand Oaks - 244 Thousand Oaks Blvd. | Open till 10 pm Sun-Thurs and 1 am on Fri & Sat.
Foster's Donuts: This tasty local donuts shop is open later than most and they also sell scooped ice cream.
- Located in Thousand Oaks - 1398 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd | (805) 495-1174 | Open daily: 4 am - 9 pm
Nick the Greek: In addition to Greek food they offer Greek Frozen Yogurt with an option of adding Baklava for dessert.
- Westlake Village - 3955B E. Thousand Oaks Blvd.- Across from the Auto Mall next to BJ's. | 805-551-0162
Emil's Bakehouse: In addition to a variety of pastries, cakes, bread, quiche, cookies and other items including coffee they also offer Pinkberry soft serve frozen yogurt.
- Agoura Hills - 5005 Kanan Road - same center as IHOP | 818-532-7663
Worth the extra drive
Ice Cream, Gelato and more
Tang & Java - Gelato & Coffee: In-house chef created gelato from the highest quality, freshest ingredients - nothing artificial. Serving specialty coffees from locally roasted beans. Be sure to try the Poffertjes, they are traditional small and fluffy Dutch treats. They also have a selection of other sweet treats, specialty drinks and smoothies. I stumbled upon this place and it's become a family fave, everything we've had from the Poffertjes to the coffee and gelato has left us wanting more. Please note: the parking lot is small, if you don't get lucky finding a space try to park on the street.
- Woodland Hills: 22776 Ventura Blvd. Suite D - corner of Fallbrook & Ventura | 818-564-4390 | Open till 8 pm Mon-Sat and 7 pm on Sun
McConnell's Fine Ice Creams: Made from scratch using only the finest all natural ingredients, started in Santa Barbara with several scoop shops and pre-packs available in your grocery store. This is one of our favorites.
- Nearby: Ventura, 3241 E Main St | 805-650-6410
- Additional Locations: Santa Barbara, 2 locations, both on State Street | Studio City | Pacific Palisades | Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica | DTLA at Grand Central Mkt
Sweet Rose Creamery: They make everything from scratch, using ingredients from local, organic and regenerative farmers. You can also find pre-packs in some local grocery stores. I haven't been, but I've had their delicious pre-packs.
- Nearby: Brentwood
Rori’s Artisanal Creamery: While I haven't been to their scoop shops, I buy the pre-packs at the store all the time - my son loves Fresh Mint Patty.
- Nearby: Camarillo | Ventura | Santa Barbara | Montecito | Carpinteria | Santa Monica | Bel Air
Wanderlust Creamery: Artisanal ice cream inspired by travel® with Multiple SoCal locations offering seasonal and signature flavors.
- The closest location: Tarzana | Venice
Mashti Malone's Exotic Ice Creams: Visit the iconic L.A. shop that's been taking ice cream on a flavorful journey from the traditional to the exotic for over 40 years. Made with fresh and natural ingredients and colorings with lots of dairy and gluten-free options. I have not been, but it's been on my bucket list for a while.
- Three locations: Hollywood | Westwood | Griffith Park
La Michoacana Ice Cream: Authenitc Mexican ice cream, drinks, sweet treats and snacks. Try Fresas con Crema, Aguas Frescas, Agua de Frutas and more.
- Moorpark: 525 New Los Angeles Ave
Che Gelato: I have not yet had to chance to visit this brand new shop, but the photos on social look yummy. They offer artisan Italian gelato mad with the finest ingredients.
- Moorpark: 6593 Collins Dr. D7 | 805-222-5162
The Raspado House: Dessert shop | From Yelp: "We offer authentic Mexican shaved ice, street corn on the cob, fresh fruit smoothies, and traditional Mexican snacks! You'll be sure to love our home made house flavors!" I have not been to this local dessert shop, but the photos on their Instagram page look amazing.
- Moorpark: 14711 Princeton Ave | 805-530-0370
 Susanne Jutzeler from Pexels |
Soft Serve Ice Cream
Mister Softee Store: You've seen their truck - now they have two local stores. Camarillo is a throwback to old-time ice cream parlors with plenty of seating while giving a nod to the history of Mister Softee.
- Locations: Old Town Camarillo | Ventura
Magpies Softserve: Chef inspired, scratch made softserve ice cream and toppings and softserve pies with vegan options with three locations. After being on my bucket list for a while I finally made it, I can tell you it was worth the drive.
- Closest location: Tarzana
Dairy Queen also known as DQ: A blast from the past offering frozen treats like classic soft serve ice cream in cones, dipped or sundaes, blizzards and frozen bars. I haven't been in years, but this is a classic.
- Nearby: Simi Valley | Oxnard at The Rose | Northridge Fashion Center
Fosters Freeze: Head down memory lane to this California classic offering a variety of food items and soft serve with many locations.
- Nearby locations: Ventura | Santa Paula | San Fernando | Inglewood | Castaic
Unique Ice Cream experiences
Whats Rollin - Simi Valley: Stop by for some rolled ice cream. I haven't been but it looks yummy | 3066 Cochran Street, Simi Valley | 805-624-7250
Sub Zero Ice Cream - Simi Valley: A very unique and fun way to have your ice cream. Made to order, nitrogen frozen ice cream, see their IG page below. Although I've never been to their shop in-person, they have attended many STEAM events at my kids' school to show off their science and serve their yummy treats - you will not be disappointed. The have franchises nationwide and we are lucky to have one nearby. Have them at your next birthday party, they really put on a show.
- Simi Valley: 875 East Cochran Street | 805-587-4262 | Please note: This is a new address, they recently moved
Food Trucks and Mobile options for Frozen Treats:
You may find these vendors at local events, they are great options for you next party or fundraiser.
- Mobile - let them come to you with their smooth, silky Italian Ice made with natural fruit juice blends that are delicious and healthier. We've sampled this tasty frozen treat at many school events and fundraisers.
Mister Softee of Southern California
- Offering softserve ice cream treats, this food truck is a familiar site at local events and fundraisers. Their specialty is softserve in cups or cones, dipped plus toppings and sundae options, shakes and more. This is one of our favorites, but it can be a bit messy especially if it's warm out. I highly recommend asking for a bowl just in case.
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