Ice cream makes the most refreshing treat on a hot day, the best partner in binging your favorite show or a supreme ending to a delicious dinner out on the town.
The 2025 readers’ choice Best of the County winner is Fairfax Scoop (pictured above). For the rest of the Marin Magazine‘s Best of Marin County ice cream picks, see below.
Our 2025 Dining category sponsor is Rodney Strong. View the rest of the Dining category here.
We’ve broken it down by region: Southern and Central Marin.
Southern Marin
Angela’s Organic Ice Cream
Mill Valley
Angela’s offers old-fashioned, small-batch ice cream made with simple, organic ingredients sourced from local farms. Located in downtown Mill Valley, it’s a go-to spot for pure, rich flavors in every scoop.
67 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley
Lappert’s Ice Cream
Sausalito
Lappert’s opened their first shop in Kauai and now runs the largest ice cream chain in all the Hawaiian Islands. Luckily, they’ve expanded to the mainland bringing their refreshing, delicious and quality creams with them.
689 Bridgeway, Sausalito, 415.331.3035
Mill Valley Swirl
Mill Valley
A staple for post-soccer treats, late night meets and friendly greets, Mill Valley Swirl has a large and diverse selection of fro-yo, a very popular toppings bar and much more in its newly remodeled store. All ice cream is made in house using Straus Family dairy products, so your scoop will be completely homemade and organic.
417 Miller Ave, Mill Valley, 415.388.2636
The Shack
Larkspur
A nostalgic ice cream parlor tucked under the redwoods in downtown Larkspur, The Shack serves traditional scoops, shakes, and floats with a variety of flavors, including vegan options.
236 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur, 415.886.8136
Central Marin
Double Rainbow Cafe
San Rafael
Beyond its inviting diner ambiance and colorful, fun decorations, this shop does ice cream right. Sundaes, milkshakes, classic scoops and more, Double Rainbow Cafe is a must-visit in San Rafael.
860 4th St, San Rafael, 415.457.0803
Fairfax Scoop
Fairfax
Expect lines when you head over for a scoop, at this popular ice cream shop on Broadway Blvd. Currently owned by Amine Bahi, this shop is famous for being the best organic ice cream with flavors like spirulina and organic cookies and extra kudos for the sustainable practices like compostable containers and plastic-free packaging
63 Broadway, Fairfax, 415.453.3130
Mag’s Local Yogurt
Larkspur
A beloved frozen yogurt shop offering a wide selection of flavors and toppings in a welcoming, vibrant space. Known for fresh, high-quality yogurt and exceptional customer service, it’s a go-to spot for families and individuals alike.
467 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur, 415.891.3012
Silbermann’s Ice Cream
San Rafael
Established in 1966, Silbermann’s knows how to scoop some cream. In 1981, the owner at the time, Ilse, had the idea of making cakes with ice cream, which ended up winning California’s “Idea of the Year.” Their extensive list of flavors, quality cakes and friendly customer service are a testament to their long-standing popularity.
196 Northgate One, San Rafael, 415.479.1657
Dining Sponsor
Rodney Strong
Rodney Strong was an acknowledged visionary who understood the potential that Sonoma County’s soil and climate held for producing world-class wines and was one of the first to plant Pinot Noir in Russian River Valley and the first to produce a Chalk Hill appellation Chardonnay.
Rodney Strong | Healdsburg | 707.431.1533 | rodneystrong.com
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