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Best Vegan Ice Cream in San Francisco (2026)

15 places ranked by how good the vegan version of their ice cream tastes, going by Google Maps and HappyCow reviews. Salt & Straw takes the #1 spot. 5 places on the list aren't very vegan-friendly overall (grade D or E): reviewers rate the vegan ice cream there, but ask for the vegan version when you order.

Salt & Straw, ice_cream in San Francisco #1 for ice cream
★ 5.0 B
Ice Cream, Vegan Flavors

“Try the Freckled Mint Chocolate Chip vegan ice cream for a creamy, coconut-based treat”

American ice creammint chocolate chip
Flora, ice_cream in San Francisco #5 for ice cream

Flora

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★ 4.4
Ice Cream, Vegan Gelato

“Try the butterscotch pecan gelato, a standout favorite.”

100% Vegan Ice Cream ice creamwaffles
Easy Breezy, ice_cream in San Francisco #10 for ice cream
★ 4.2 B
Frozen Yogurt, Vegan Soft Serve

“Try the Java chip vegan soft serve when it's available in rotation”

Frozen Yogurt soft serveice cream
Gott's SF Ferry Building, restaurant in San Francisco #11 for ice cream
American Fast Food, Impossible Nuggets

“Enjoy the Oatly vegan soft serve, available in vanilla and chocolate flavors with vegan cones and festive toppings during holidays.”

American ice creamsoft serve
Loving Cup, ice_cream in San Francisco #13 for ice cream
★ 4.7 C
Frozen Yogurt, Vegan Mix-ins

“Try the chocolate non-dairy base with almond butter and fresh raspberries”

American ice creamsoft serve
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Questions about vegan ice cream in San Francisco

Where can I find the best vegan ice cream in San Francisco?

Salt & Straw tops our ranking for the best vegan ice cream in San Francisco. We ranked 15 places in San Francisco by how good Google Maps and HappyCow reviewers say the vegan version of their ice cream tastes.

How many restaurants serve vegan ice cream in San Francisco?

This list has 15 places in San Francisco that serve vegan ice cream. Their average Spinach rating is 4.5 out of 5.0.

Are there fully vegan ice cream spots in San Francisco?

Yes. 1 of the 15 places on this list is fully vegan.

Why is a place with a low vegan grade on this list?

The rank is about the dish, not the venue. A place can make some of the best vegan ice cream in San Francisco and still have few other vegan options, unclear labels or staff who don't know the menu well. That is what the A–E Vegan Friendliness grade on each card measures. 5 of the 15 places here are graded D or E. There, ask for the vegan version when you order.

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