When summer hits triple digits, there's only one thing on our minds... ICE CREAM.
Whether you’re team classic vanilla, a gelato purist, or chasing that perfect swirl of soft serve, we’ve rounded up the best locally-owned spots for cold treats in Citrus Heights, Fair Oaks, and Carmichael.
Plus, we’ve added a little summer fun — a printable Ice Cream Bingo Card you can use to check off the spots you visit with your kids. Snap photos, tag us, and play along!
Locally Loved Cold Treat Spots:
GB Gelato
6241 Fair Oaks Blvd H, Carmichael
Locally made, small-batch gelato with Italian flair.
Leatherby’s Family Creamery
5220 Manzanita Ave, Carmichael
7910 Antelope Rd, Citrus Heights
A local favorite for HUGE sundaes, old-fashioned scoops, and all the nostalgic vibes.
Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream – Citrus Heights
8055 Madison Ave, Citrus Heights
Long-standing parlor offering tons of ice cream & sorbet flavors, plus shakes and sundaes galore.
Kobing Dessert Studio
6001 San Juan Ave, Ste 100, Citrus Heights
Small-batch Asian-style desserts, soft serve, and creative toppings.
Menchie's Frozen Yogurt
5450 Sunrise Blvd, Citrus Heights
Self-serve yogurt with dozens of flavors and toppings, sold by weight — great for picky eaters!
Lickity Split Yogurt
6716 Madison Ave #10, Fair Oaks
Frozen yogurt in a fun, family-friendly setting.
La Chupaleta Ice Cream
8215 Auburn Blvd, Suite I, Citrus Heights
Unique Mexican-style ice cream, popsicles, and snacks — a local hidden gem!
Yogurtland – Fair Oaks
5335 Sunrise Blvd, Fair Oaks
Self-serve froyo in a bright, contemporary shop. Don’t forget the toppings mountain!
Baskin-Robbins – Citrus Heights
7301 Greenback Ln C, Citrus Heights
A classic for a reason. Try all 31 flavors (and then some!).
Antojitos Locos
7815 Sunrise Blvd, Citrus Heights
Colorful frozen treats, raspados, and snacks with bold, fun flavors.
Yogurt Time
Fair Oaks Village, 10223 Fair Oaks Blvd
Frozen yogurt with a full topping bar — plus a cozy village location with nearby shade.
Cold Stone Creamery
7839 Greenback Ln, Citrus Heights
Mix-ins, cones, and creamy combos — kids love watching it all made on the frozen slab.
The Parlor Ice Cream Puffs
2620 Fair Oaks Blvd, Sacramento
Donut ice cream sandwiches, cereal toppings, and specialty puffs? Say less.
Crazy For Yogurt & Ice Cream
5150 Arden Way, Carmichael
Self-serve, no-fuss frozen fun. Reliable and quick.
Hagen’s Orange Freeze
2520 Walnut Ave, Carmichael
Iconic old-school counter with soft-serve, shakes, and their famous citrusy “orange freeze.”
BURGER SHACK (Ice Cream Too!)
4545 Manzanita Ave, Carmichael
Great burgers and surprisingly good ice cream cones. Bonus: shaded picnic tables!
Icicles
1431 Howe Ave Ste 200, Sacramento
Rolled ice cream done with flair. Super fun for kids to watch being made!
Tea It
8516 Auburn Blvd, Suite A, Citrus Heights
Sweet boba teas and slushies — perfect cool-down stop with teens or tweens.
O Cafe Bakery Bistro
10131 Fair Oaks Blvd, Fair Oaks
Hidden gem for soft-serve, pastries, and iced drinks.
Farmers Market Cool Treats
- Saturdays – Sunrise Mall Farmers Market
- Sundays – Carmichael Park Farmers Market
Pop-up vendors selling hand-dipped bars, icy drinks, and more — worth the trip!
Bonus: Don’t Miss Our Ice Cream BINGO Card!
We've turned this entire list into a FREE printable bingo card so your family can check off each stop you visit this summer. Play along and tag us on social media for a chance to be featured!
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