The Penny Ice Creamery

Veg Options Ice Cream, Vegan Sorbet

Limited vegan options chevron_right

★ 4.8 · $$ · Hours

DessertQuick BitesRelax

Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating

lightbulb Popular tips:  "Try the dark chocolate or raspberry sorbet vegan ice creams" "Try the dark chocolate or raspberry sorbet vegan ice creams"
"Ask to sample flavors before ordering to find your favorite"
"Be prepared for lines during busy evening hours"
"Enjoy the shady patio seating area for a relaxing experience"
"Note the toasted marshmallow topping for a fun (likely non-vegan) addition"
 

restaurant_menu Must-try:  ice cream, dark chocolate ice cream, raspberry sorbet ice cream — popular (×11)
dark chocolate ice cream — popular (×4)
raspberry sorbet — popular (×2)
sorbet — popular (×5)
chocolate ice cream — fan-favourite
 

thumb_up Praised for:  bright location, nice atmosphere, clean bright location
nice atmosphere
clean
knowledgeable about vegan
many vegan options ×2
 

The Penny Ice Creamery is a popular ice cream shop in Santa Cruz known for its rotating selection of high-quality vegan sorbets and non-dairy ice creams. While vegan options are limited in variety, the available flavors like dark chocolate and raspberry sorbet receive strong praise. The venue offers a casual dessert experience with a friendly atmosphere and outdoor seating, though it can get busy during peak times.

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Hours

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Sunday 12-11 PM

Monday 12-11 PM

Tuesday 12-11 PM

Wednesday 12-11 PM

Thursday 12-11 PM

Friday 12-11 PM

Saturday 12-11 PM

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913 Cedar St
Santa Cruz
CA 95060

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Spinach Rating

star 4.8

out of 5

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External ratings

star 4.6 (1,802 reviews)

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star 4 (3 reviews)

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Vegan Friendliness

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Limited vegan options

Vegan Options

few

Menu Clarity

clear labeling

Staff Knowledge

Knowledgeable

Warnings info

No warnings

The Penny Ice Creamery

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Vegan Friendliness

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