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American
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Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible

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1.2 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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Reviewed November 6, 2022 via mobile

This is the second time I’ve visited. First time was five years ago and it was a memorable experience. So memorable that we drove out of our way to find it again. Unique flavors that stood out were pistachio cardamon, lavender, tin roof, cantelope, mango...sorbet and spumoni (original recipe with rum flavor and fruit). The staff was super-friendly and we were able to try as many flavors as we would like. There are stories behind each flavor. That delicious homemade ice cream is made in a facility nearby.More

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed August 13, 2022

Located across our hotel, so we walked over. Wait was not too long, and service to receive was quick. I liked the number system and prices were reasonable. I can see why there was always a group of customers in the parking lot!!!

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed June 9, 2022

I have been driving past Marianne's for decades traveling from Los Gatos to Santa Cruz but never stopped. I always saw the lines outside in the summer and it looked like a good place but I never stopped. Finally in May I stopped in, big...crowds out front, and got ice cream here. Good selection and good quality.More

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed April 16, 2022

There are many kinds of flavors that I really like, such as coffee almond fudge, chocolate. The services was nice and friendly.

Date of visit: March 2022
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Reviewed April 2, 2022 via mobile

Drove over here because of reviews. Ice cream was good but the girl serving us was rude and snapping at her fellow co workers which probably affected my opinion of the place. Then she became flustered, kept ringing us up wrong and then blamed her...coworker.More

Date of visit: March 2022
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Reviewed January 11, 2022 via mobile

This is a good old fashioned ice cream parlour, however at the moment it’s only take out. But that’s fine as the ice cream is still super tasty and so so good!

Date of visit: January 2022
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Reviewed October 3, 2021

We stopped for an ice cream following a round of golf. It hit the spot. Many reviews tout this as a great place to get homemade ice cream. Unfortunately Covid made it a little more aukward essentially providing only a take-out window so you couldn't...really see the ice cream before it was served. That said, the ice cream was incredible.More

Date of visit: September 2021
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Reviewed September 7, 2021 via mobile

A local gem A huge variety of tastes Including sherbets and shaved ice Quick and prompt service Provided by young staff We enjoyed the service of Neta

Date of visit: September 2021
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Reviewed July 15, 2021 via mobile

Marianne's Ice Cream is so popular that one waits in a queue to order from its list of 102 flavors. My cousin chose Coconut Pineapple and I chose Rocky Road. Due to Covid restrictions, no indoor seating, so most patrons just enjoyed their ice cream...while standing in the parking lot.More

Date of visit: July 2021
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Reviewed July 12, 2021 via mobile

The line to order Marianne's Ice Cream was long, but orders were taken quickly. After a several minutes' long wait, the ice cream is ready to pick up. Most people just stayed in the parking lot to enjoy their treat!

Date of visit: July 2021
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Reviewed February 10, 2021

We went for ice cream at Marianne's in Santa Cruz. I had their macadamia ice cone, which was good My husband had amaretto, which he thought was just OK Service is good.

Date of visit: February 2021
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Reviewed November 6, 2020 via mobile

Had the “2am” truffle flavor - wow, fabulous! Everyone loved theirs and wanted more :) highly recommend!

Date of visit: November 2020
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Reviewed September 9, 2020

We first tried Marianne's ice cream at a local place where we live. So, when we were here for a mini vacation, we came in person. Their flavors are SO creative and good. Their ice cream is very cream, which we like. If you like...ice cream and are in this area, you MUSH come to Marianne's. Pre-COVID, they had really good hot fudge and toppings. They are a little limited during the pandemic. The staff are friendly. I did see them ask someone to wear a mask, which I LOVED. We will be back when we are in the area!More

Date of visit: August 2020
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Reviewed February 29, 2020 via mobile

Really great flavors! I would never think that cinnamon and caramel would be so amazing together. They are, trust me. We also got the mud pie ice cream. Really good coffee flavor to it and not too sweet

Date of visit: February 2020
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Reviewed February 18, 2020 via mobile

Marianne's has been part of Santa Cruz since 1947 and part of our Santa Cruz traditions since I was a kid. It has stayed true to its foundation of super premium ice cream in a wide variety of unique and staple flavors, you will be...hard pressed to try them all. The staff is friendly and the ice cream is handmade, artisanal and silky, creamy, rich. My favorites are 1020 (local fav) Cinnamon Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Oregon BlackBerry Salted CaramelMore

Date of visit: February 2020
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Response from karenkhazar | Reviewed this property |
Perhaps you are thinking of the Shadowbrook Restaurant in Capitola, just a few miles south of Santa Cruz. It has a tram that transports you down the hillside to the restaurant. Quite a fabulous dining experience.
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Yes, Marianne's Ice Cream offers takeout services.

Marianne's Ice Cream is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travelers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 3.5