Jul 28, 2023

Mesa, AZ is the state’s Sonoran Desert jewel, with tons of natural beauty everywhere you look. After a long day exploring all the outdoor adventures surrounding Mesa, you can treat yourself and your family to fabulous ice cream at these local spots. Hop into your 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Elevation with room for the family, cruise control, and tons of safety features to help you cruise safely and in style anywhere you go.

1. Paletas Ice Cream 

Stop by Paleta’s at 734 E. Main St. for authentic Mexican recipes and delicious frozen treats. The scoops at made of 16 percent butterfat swirled in with local fruits and fashioned into towering treats, fruit bars, and chocolate-covered delights. You’ll find exceptionally friendly service, a vast selection, and refreshing snacks to enjoy on a hot day.

2. Helados Zacatecas

Helados Zacatecas, 1145 S. Mesa Dr. is the top spot in Mesa to go for fresas con cream. The scoops at Helados Zacatecas are homemade, creamy, flavorful, and swirled with creative toppings for the ideal treat. Plus, the staff at Helados Zacatecas are friendly and can make recommendations. Find your new favorite summertime delight at this local gem.

3. Gelato Dolce Vita

Visit Gelato Dolce Vita at 5251 E. Brown Rd. for tasty homemade frosty gelato and Italian desserts. This shop has a huge variety of flavors, including traditional fare and creative twists, like blood orange and espresso. You can also mix and match your flavors for a sweet and satisfying original cup. You’re bound to find something that will satisfy everyone in your family and enjoy the friendly ambiance at Gelato Dolce Vita as you savor your gelato.

4. Heaven On a Spoon

As the name suggests, this place is truly paradise. Heaven On a Spoon at 1950 E. University Dr. Ste 102 has tons of different flavors and toppings, plus thick milkshakes and tasty sundaes, and the portions are more than generous. The peanut butter-flavored gelato milkshake is a true winner, and the gelato tacos drizzled with chocolate syrup are a brilliant sweet fusion of flavors. This spot is clean and bright and will surely become one of your favorites in Mesa.

5. Novel Ice Cream

Novel Ice Cream, at 40 N. Macdonald, is centrally located in the heart of downtown and a great spot to get scoops in all different flavors served in traditional or waffle cones. They also have regular specials, quick service, and plenty of parking nearby. ​If you want ​to grab a cone and wander ​downtown, ​try out Novel.

Great treats await you wherever you turn in Mesa as long as you have the right wheels to get there. Visit us at Earnhardt Buick GMC and test drive your next fantastic vehicle today.