Coastal Cone & Parlor

If you're seeking a delightful and unique ice cream experience, look no further. Renowned for their fish-shaped waffle cones, known as taiyaki, this shop offers a variety of soft-serve flavors ranging from classic vanilla and chocolate to matcha. The menu caters to all taste preferences, featuring options from simple cones to adventurous creations like Tajín-covered ice cream. Each taiyaki cone is freshly made, crispy on the outside, and traditionally filled with sweet red bean paste or custard, adding an extra layer of flavor as you enjoy your treat. Service is prompt and friendly, with attentive staff ensuring a pleasant visit. Whether you're a local or a tourist, this spot is a must-visit for anyone looking to indulge in a whimsical and delicious dessert.

First time trying this place and it did not disappoint. The ice creams were delicious and worth the little wait. And the little fish taiyaki(fish cone) makes a huge difference and makes it taste amazing. Definitely a must if u are Ventura harbor. Clean place great service and fast service and the line was pretty big but the coordination of the staff they get people in and out!!! :) Classic fudge & Oreo overload & mango sorbet

This was a fun little ice cream shop down in Ventura. They had a wide wide selection of ice creams and different ways you can have it. All the workers there were delightful, Smiles great attitude and very outgoing. I got a strawberry cheesecake fish cone that was filled with a cream delicious. The atmosphere is great to take a family. A little pricey but worth it. Not only that they even gave my two dogs a treat. This is another place inventory I recommend

Went in with my family this afternoon. It's a regular spot for them. First for me. Kiddo got a cone with cookies and cream ice cream while i got a tajin island... there were out of the mix but just the dole whip was perfect and actually hit the spot. Definitely converting back while im in town again

Ordered oreoyaki and ubeyaki, and both were delish! My kids thoroughly enjoyed them. The ube (purple yam) flavor was spot on. There was a line but staff were efficient.

Delicious ice cream and great service! The ubeyaki fish cone, Dole whip and classic fudge sundae were all amazing. The unicorn poop looked questionable, but my son proclaimed that it was the best ice cream ever.

The ice cream here is delicious. They have a variety of different flavors and styles to try. The fishzookies are not only picturesque but very tasty. This place is definitely worth trying at least once. You will want to bring some wet wipes and be prepared for limited table seating in their patio area.

Great service and good ice cream. The best part is the fish wafer, it is warmed up. I got the OREO ZOOKIE with the fish wafer on the side. I forgot what my bf got honestly but it was pretty good!

I recently visited coastal cone while taking a mini vacation to ventura. They are an ice cream shop serving many different types of ice cream, including soft-serve and was blown away by the experience. The service was superb, with a friendly staff serving up a versatile and extensive menu of flavors, including some exotic options. I tried the ube and matcha swirl, which was absolutely divine. The combination of flavors was unique and delicious. They have so many combinations of ice creams, I love it there! I def want to try the mangonanda and few other items my next visit! I can't wait for my next visit, def a fan and will be dreaming of my next visit! Thank you coastal cone!

Very decadent... eats more like a "meal" than a "dessert" ... so maybe skip the tacos and head straight for this ice cream shop! Keep in mind, this is definitely a splurge spot, as it was almost $30 for two items (including tip). However, If you don't mind spending a little more on a fun ice cream treat, this is your shop! So many cute, delicious options for the entire family. Lots of seating offered and nearby places to stroll.

Stopped in on a drizzly Saturday and initially had the place to ourselves - Dear Hubby, our 5 year old granddaughter (with a sweet tooth), and me. As there is often a line, it was surprising to walk right up to the counter! The team member who took care of us was right on it with offering samples. They do have some sorbets / ice flavors that are non-dairy, so I was able to order something along with my companions. It would be nice to have options for vegan-style creamy flavors, like some places have, but I did enjoy the Watermelon Ice choice. Sweet Granddaughter tried a few samples and settled on Chocolate Chip. DH had the Cappuccino Chip. Both were happy with their choices. Actually, SG liked my watermelon and ate about 1/4 of it. The interior of the shop is brightly colored with a happy decorating style. The two young people working that afternoon got a rush after we had received our order, so their quiet time was over. They were friendly to all who entered. It's easy to see why this has been a staple business at the harbor for many years.

Ventura Harbor in California is beautiful and amazing all on its own. BUT when you add ice cream to the mix.... It instantly becomes even more magical of a town!! Coastal cone is really delish and it puts the cherry on top of flavorful desserts treats. They have warm, freshly made fish shaped cones, lots of fun sundae and cone builds all with very unique names and styles, making it tons extra fun and Instagram post worthy! They also have a generous size kids cone. So if you are wanting a single cone size treat, the kids scoop has that perfect amount. Soft serve ice cream.... malts and so many more choices. After you get your amazing ice cream cone you can go walk the harbor and look at all the boats and shops ORRRR you can go right across the street and you're at the beach! Do both!

This place serves great ice cream. They offer lots of options from their menu. It is very delicious and one of a kind in Ventura. The store could use some better organization as they typically have customers walk in from the back door and that is where the line starts. It was my first time coming here so we walked into the door closest from the parking lot. We were directed by an employee to move to the other door and to walk out and enter through the other door. The employee also asked us in a demanding tone and appeared upset. We then got in line in the proper one and were once again redirected by another employee as everyone was in one place. There were people waiting on orders in that line when I think it would be better they wait in a separate line. When we ordered another employee took our order and appeared upset and annoyed. It may just have been an off day for all of them or a very long one. Overall great ice cream just not so great service.

Have been here a few times. Any time we come to the harbor, we get a fish zookie! It's a really fun place meaning the menu has variety. We have had different fish zookie flavors but my favorite is nutellla! They have ice cream with non dairy and gluten free options. They seemed to have this waffle cone in the shape of a fish, filled with a cream laid on top of Ice cream. P.s they also have a puppy treat if you happen to be with your dog! Service was good, pretty fast. Small place. Not much seating room inside. Most outside. But hey! perfect to see the harbor and even have a great while roaming!

Delicious burgers and fries. Ordered a bacon cheeseburger and a bbq bacon cheeseburger with fries. Very good.

I ordered the Oreo Zookie with the fish wafer on the side. It was pretty good and on the sweeter side. I might get it without whip cream next time but nonetheless it was good. I absolutely love the fish wafer and you can get this on the side. There was a line of maybe 6 people in front of us at the place on a Friday night at 6pm. The line goes by pretty fast. We waited at the register and he handed us the ice cream. We did not have to sit down and wait for a number or name to be called out. I think this is how it works here. You just wait at the register and they hand it to you.

!!! First timer here !!! The fish with Nutella was delicious ! The ice cream was fire and chocolaty . Mmmmmmm they have such a big menu to choose from and right on the water . Beautiful views . They also had a lot of people working so the line went really fast . Memorial Day weekend (Saturday 7:30pm )

Saw this business on IG and told myself I'd go...eventually. Eventually happened to be today by coincidence and it did not disappoint! With it being a small corner shop, I like the walk up to a slot way of ordering because space is super limited. There are 4 registers you can order from and a small seating area if you'd like to wait....you can also wait in the ordering spot or outside. There were so many options to chose from and ultimately , I went with the strawberry koozie as I was told that was a popular item. SO GOOD! There was tajin flavor treat I wanted to try but I saw it too late so now it gives me reason to go back! Def recommend.

First time trying this place and it did not disappoint. The ice creams were delicious and worth the little wait. And the little fish taiyaki(fish cone) makes a huge difference and makes it taste amazing. Definitely a must if u are Ventura harbor. Clean place great service and fast service and the line was pretty big but the coordination of the staff they get people in and out!!! :) Classic fudge & Oreo overload & mango sorbet.

Costal cone is one of my favorite places to get ice cream. Surprisingly, there was hardly anyone on a Friday night. I usually get the ubetaki it's always consistent! One thing that is new, our pup can now have ice cream too! I'm happy the staff allows us to bring our pup on the store even though it's only for a few minutes. The store is very vibrant and the colors are easy on the eyes. If it was busy, there is limited seating. A long bench inside and a few tables outside the store. Overall, it's worth the trip and very affordable!

We love Coastal Cone! The ice cream is always good and you can never go wrong with the warm delicious fish cones! They are simply the best. Service is always great. As soon as you step a foot in the door the nice employees are greeting you with a smile and warm welcome. There is plenty of space to sit down outdoors in the patio to enjoy your ice cream. Plus you get a beautiful view of the Ventura Harbor.

Unique look, great taste, friendly staff, reasonable prices. Not sure what more you could ask for. Hit up Coastal Cone today after tackling some escape rooms in Ventura and I'm sure glad I did. They really have something unique going with their fish cone that draws in the crowd and they bring you back with great flavor and service. I went for the Tikiyaki and it was delicious, the ice cream was bursting with tropical fruit flavor, the fruity pebbles added a little crunch and the fish cone was so good. I really enjoyed every bite and I'll definitely stop by again when I'm in Ventura.

Gosh, this ice cream ship is busy!! While we were at the Ventura Harbor Village, we dropped by Coastal Cone to have a snack. It is a very small shop and there is no indoor seating (if I remember correctly). We did not mind, though, because we preferred taking our treats outside to enjoy anyways. From start to finish, the wait was about 20 minutes for us that Saturday evening. There was a line at the entrance of the door. When you get to the front of the line, they call you to one of the stations to be helped by one of their friendly crew. Service was 5 stars from the young lady who assisted us. After you place your order, head outside and wait to be called. Cannot remember if they called the order by number or by my name. They are Home of the Fish Cone! So that is what my lovely bride and I ordered. A fish cone is a homemade fish shaped cone filled with ice cream. She ordered the Ubeyaki. It is a filled cone with ube ice cream, Nutella, Oreo dust, and bears. She said it was delicious! I chose to build my own fish cone. For my filling, I chose the Cream. For my ice cream flavor, I picked their Pralines & Pecan. For the crumble choice, I got the pie crust. For the crown, a fresh strawberry was what I had. Very happy with my custom creation cause it looked good and tasted even better!! Look forward to trying one of their other 40 flavors of ice cream in the future! No doubt, Coastal Cone will be a spot we always visit whenever we are at Ventura Harbor Village!! Worth the wait!

Cheers to Friday! I just had to share my favorite Matcha ice cream from Coastal Cone at the Ventura Harbor. Truly the best service & always a good time - they have it fully decked out for the holidays . If you're looking for some fun this weekend with friends & family, this is the perfect place to walk around and you can also grab some dinner at Brophy Brothers or Andria's Seafood. Love our Cali beaches! So grateful #TGIF #thankful #ventura #goodvibes #tistheseason #happyfriday

Fun place in the harbor area of Ventura. Love a taiyaki place. You can get the classic soft serve taiyaki (as pictured) but in cup for cleanliness and convenience. You can also get a Sunday style with a scoop of ice cream atop the filling stuffed fish breads. It's very sweet, and the ice isn't fantastic quality - but it's got a ton of fun flavors and topping options.

The ratings already speak for themselves but I thought I'd add some color around its location and ordering process. There are ice cream and soft serve options so there's something for everyone! It's located in a cute shopping center surrounded by docked boats. The others stores looked so cute and parking was super easy in a big open lot.

I recently visited Coastal Cone with my girlfriend and had an absolutely delightful experience. Although the menu was a bit overwhelming with so many amazing options, we finally decided on a few solid choices. We ended up getting a Nutella-filled Zookie, matcha ice cream with Oreo dust, another fish Zookie, and a birthday cake option with a fish Zookie and some type of custard spread on the inside. Everything we ordered was absolutely amazing. Even though I'm not typically a dessert person, I really loved the ambiance and the quality of the desserts. The detail and creativity put into each treat were impressive. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience!

Hard decision were made here; it smells so good when you walk in. We got the Oreo Zookie with a slight strawberry drizzle. The taiyaki was fresh and SO GOOD. That was honestly the high light of the dish. The staff was welcoming especially for us coming in 10 minutes before closing. Lots of kids were here and they were loving their fun and creative menu!

This is my favorite place to go for sweets whenever I go to Ventura Harbor! I'm rating this place for its ice cream, not its parlor offerings. I've tried a variety of flavors, including salted caramel (C6 cone, Seasaltyaki), the Hawaiian remix (C3, Tikiyaki), and my very favorite, the ubeyaki fish cone (C4), which has ube (also known as purple yam) ice cream with Oreo crumbles and Nutella. I give this place a 5 stars solely because of the C4 ubeyaki fish cone. The seasaltyaki was also delicious, but it was not as creamy and flavorful as the ubeyaki fish cone. It was a bit icy. I found the Hawaiian remix C3 cone to be a notch above mediocre, as I wasn't a fan of the koolaid-esque fruit punch flavor that was mixed with the Dole pineapple whip. If I were given the ubeyaki blindfolded, I would never be able to guess that the flavor was based on a type of yam! It was absolutely delicious and blew the other flavors I've tried out of the water. Ube is traditionally served with Filipino food, and I'm generally lukewarm on ube-flavored things. I enjoy it, but it's unlikely to be my favorite thing on the menu. The texture of this ice cream is smooth and thick, and the ube flavor is sweet and very robust. There are no hints of sourness, fruitiness, or bitterness. I would describe it as similar to vanilla with a hint of nuttiness, which produces a full flavor with some depth. The Nutella and Oreo are perfect toppings to complement the sweet creaminess of the ice cream. The Nutella sits on the inside of the cone. Yes, this place is a bit expensive, with fish cone ice cream and adult cones selling for $9.50, but what in this shopping center isn't? You're paying for the location and convenience. The wait can be a bit long (sometimes 15 minutes) but not horrible. They are very cute and Instagramable (as you can see from my picture), though don't forget to ask for napkins! For the ubeyaki, it is entirely worth it!

Wow this place was intense! So many flavors, options, and creations. It was pretty overwhelming my server was very friendly and told me to take my time. I tried to quickly scan the menu and try a few flavors but there was so many options! I went for a cone with ube soft serve and pineapple coconut ice cream, it was a surprisingly good combo and a big amount so I shared with a friend. We sat at the tables outside overlooking the harbor and it was so nice. My other friend got the pineapple soft serve float and it was amazing, it tasted just like dole whip from Disneyland. Next time I'm getting the pineapple float!!!

Friendly and flavors are so good. Offered samples to make sure we liked our flavors. So good

I absolutely love getting ice cream here after a meal! Fun to walk around and enjoy a treat! Friendly service always! Their ice cream is nothing amazing and way overpriced! I do not "love" the texture of it but it's still good! And hey! Location location location! Beautiful views and wonderful peeps all around!

Such a cool place to go have some fun, unique ice cream. There's a lot on the menu, so I'm impressed the staff can keep up and make everything so quickly. I don't come a lot because it is pricey, but it's also pretty yummy. My favorite is the crunchy but soft fishzookies. Be warned! They're addicting. Especially the nutella filled. I love the location because you can get your ice cream and just enjoy looking out into the stunning harbor.

Awesome pineapple "Dole whip" type ice cream (all you Disneyland fans will know what I'm talking about). Great taro ice cream! Nice strawberry ice cream. Overall well worth it. You should try their fishzookies. Even if you are not into "seafood", everyone will love this type of "fish".

Don't believe in he hype? That maybe the case for me. I come by the harbor all the time and have always wanted to try the ice cream here. I figure the long lines meant this place is amazing. Well this wasn't the case for me. I love ice cream if all kinds so I'm not picky but the sundaes and cup cones we got were not good at all. I got a sundae that had caramel and hot fudge with vanilla ice cream the major problem was that I believe they use soft serve, which could be ok, but it was completely melted when I got it. It was literally the consistency of a milk shake under the whipped cream layer. Now imagine a milk shake with all the toppings and chocolate syrups blending and mixing together to one taste. It wasn't good. It wasn't just the sundaes tho. We got a cone in a cup and it was melting over the cup when it was handed to me. Making for a messy drippy experience for the kids. The cup was like soup with a cone popping out of it. Service was ok to slow. They called us to a open register and they turned their back to service the window for 3 customers. Meanwhile people behind us got served in the next register. I mean if you weren't ready then don't call us next. Cute idea and alluring ice creations but I think they are missing the mark big time. My thought would be to focus on more quality over quantity served.

A bit pricey and a bit icy, but the service is above and beyond with some tasty flavors. Located at the Ventura Harbor Village off spinnaker, this ice cream shop has some pretty unique designs and flavors. They're allergy friendly in that they will ensure they don't cross contaminate your order with peanut products if you tell them about the allergy in advance, which is what puts this place above and beyond in my book. My kid loved the designs and got a shark design which he devoured, ultimately getting a brain freeze. It's a good place to go when visiting the harbor, but expect some sticker shock for those fancy designs and unique flavors. Every ice cream also had an icy flavor to it, almost like a sorbet. It wasn't bad but I prefer a creamier consistency with my ice cream. Well that's this critic's review, until next time, I'll be eating.

ICE CREAM SOLVES EVERYTHING Everything? Eh-vrrree-thang! Was craving some taiyaki so I gathered my small troop for a treat! I am Filipina and like every other Pinay, ube (ohhh-beh) is LIFE! So I went with ubeyaki and it did not disappoint! The Nutella in my taiyaki made it that much sweeter. So sweet that I shared with hubby. While I don't crave sweets often like this, it was worth every calories My kids ordered baby shark from their menu and plain ol' chocolate with taiyaki as well. Both were a hit! Service was quick, full of patience, and friendly. It was a bit difficult to eat for the kids as there was no tables available. The bench was free but the kids holding onto their ice cream made it messy lol! *Come prepared with wipes or make a trip to the bathroom to wash hands if you come with littles *Parking is plentiful depending on day and time Note to self- try matchaube remix Def hit this place up if you're at The Ventura Harbor. There's lots of restaurants nearby and stop by for a sweet treat. There is no indoor dining but a bench available and a few tables right outside.

Favorite icecream in town.. even my dog wants to eat it. Good portion and all the flavors are amazing. I've also had their fish waffle in the past and it's the best one in town. I would skip their soft serve but definitely get the cookie dough!!

Nice soft serve/ah boong dessert type shop. They have a great variety of different types of desserts to choose from and a diverse lot of custom made fish cone creations. Only thing is that large selection to choose from made it a bit difficult to decide whats good to get Nicely right next to the beach in Ventura and looks quaint and welcoming inside with pink walls. Inside there is a bench like seating against the wall that ppl use to wait, you can probably eat sitting there; seating at tables outside We got the ubeyaki and tikiyaki. Ubeyaki is what you're looking for if you're thinking of getting one similar to somisomi's creations - good about of crunch/cookie. Tikiyaki is great for if you want fruity flavors

Quick service, and good ice cream. The fishzookies are always a winning decision. A go to spot when in the area.

Customer service was outstanding & I had 4 kids / w me. And the server was very accommodating. Ice Cream was delicious Mary

This place is next door to the Coastal Cone Ice cream shop, so not sure if it's called "Coastal Cone" or "The Parlor" (the sign has both names). It's one of the only places that is open for takeaway food that early in the morning, so I didn't really have any other options. I came by around 10:30 am to pick up a sandwich for lunch for my kid before our boat ride to Santa Cruz Island. Their menu is typical American fare: burgers, hotdogs, fries, sandwiches, salads, shakes and breakfast items. I ordered a Grilled Chicken Ciabatta sandwich, but was told they only have wheat or white bread.... ?!? Why list it on the menu as Ciabatta sandwiches if you don't even use ciabatta bread? They also have Costco looking muffins in the fridge behind the register for $4.50. Service is friendly. Sandwich was fine. I probably would come back if I needed a bagged lunch for an early morning trip to the island again.

Cute little place. They have quite a variety of flavors and options. We really enjoyed our ice cream and the waffle fish with custard.

They are opened until 9pm so it's so hard for me and my bf not to stop by here after dinner lol My favorite is Classic Yaki. Zookie is on vanilla ice cream. Their zookies are so good. Chocolate coated inside, very fresh.....yummy!!! There is no table inside but there are some benches outside and also people are eating ice cream walking around the Harbor Village.

Loved my ubeyaki!! Took mine to go in a cup. Massive size but sooo good. Service was friendly helped and gave samples. Right off harbor for perfect stroll snack

Had lunch nearby and spotted this cute place while we were strolling off our lunch. Queue moved reasonably quick and plenty of options for everyone to get something. We had the dole whip, black cherry waffle cone, and a coconut pineapple in a fishzookie; everything was delicious and service was super friendly. Would definitely come back again!

The presentation is everything and if you have a special occasion to wow someone, they do a great job of serving up something really cool. Ice cream is good. The waffle fish are better! We could just munch on the waffle fish for days. So good!

I gave this place another chance and I have to say the only thing it has going for it, it's the view of the harbor. Otherwise the service it's atrocious, I wish another ice cream place would open next door with better service because I don't like giving my money to people who treat people like they're doing them a favor for serving them. I approached the ice cream counter and wasn't even greeted. The girl just stared at me until I placed my order. It was a weird silence but if I didn't talk I don't think she would have ever spoke. They have a long line because they're the only ice cream shop on the harbor. Save your money and go else where!

This place has changed so much since I was a kid! They definitely shifted their business model to a more novelty-esque, "pic for the Gram", modern ice cream shop vs the parlor I knew in the 80s! It's colorful and trendy with cool and funny decor throughout. They offer lots of creative options and even offer dole whip (which is vegan, fyi). I love that they have fun creations for kids and adults alike. I was surprised the Taiyaki (fish-shaped waffle cone) was so freaking good. I order those on their own because it's so similar to funnel cake. When their hot and have that dusted powdered sugar on top... stahhhhp! SO GOOD! The line can get long but it goes pretty quick. Your kids will probably be over the moon with this place. If they aren't impressed by it, then you might have a problem child on your hands. Good luck! Congrats on all your success Coastal Cone! Thanks for keeping me addicted to sugar all of these years!

Ice cream is sooooo good! I keep going back for more ! The service is always nice and the staff is always friendly . The ambiance is very I ecream beach vibes !

Great ice cream, service, and views. This place was just delicious and the narwhal was soooo cutie happy to have tried it!

Was in the area for Memorial Day weekend and just happened across this hidden gem. The weather was perfect for some ice cream and I feel very fortunate this was the closest option. The location itself is subtle but with fun theming inside. Gives more to look at while you scan the MULTIPLE option on their menu. And if you can see the attached pictures...just looking over the menu will take some time! The inside line looked lengthy but I randomly saw a side service window. Unsure if they were serving approached and was immediately greeted by a staff member who happily walked me through the menu. Luckily I decided on my old child hood favorite Chocolate Malt ball Crunch...it was just as tasty as I remember! If in the area and feeling like some ice cream, I highly recommend this spot! Enjoy the MANY options!

Let me say that this dessert is really good. The little fish zookie things are yummy but it's so overpriced it's not worth it. I got 2 scoops of ice cream, two zookies and one small 805 sundae. It was $28 for that and the sundae alone was $12 and it was so small.

Ice cream, flavors and the fish looking pastry was great. Priced a little high and service wasn't the best so that's why it's only a 4. BUT I came for the food and it didn't disappoint. My friend got the matcha and I got the idea. Portions were pretty good and got my fill. There's plenty of seating outside and some standing inside. It was super busy and a line is usually expected.

You get a delicious dessert and get to watch a nice view as you enjoy your ice cream. The staff is also friendly

All start of by saying, giving this place a 3 stars but nothing bad. If you read on you will understand. We enjoy going to the harbor and walking around. Our favorite dessert place was closed so we decided to finally try Coastal Cone. It's a small shop. They do have seating outside facing the harbor which is nice. They have fun flavors. A lot to choose from. They have a signature dish cone which I think is pretty cool. I got the pineapple tajin flavor. My husband got the ube/matcha. They were both tasty. I did wish there was more chamoy in mine. Overall it was nice that we finally tried it. Not sure if we would go again.

Amazing! The taste of the dole whip is so delightful. The customer service is efficient and kind.