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"What makes Del Rey (and all of Los Angeles) such an inviting destination is its cultural diversity. Businesses like Mateo's offer a much-welcomed break from the mass-produced, cookie-cutter ice cream parlor chains that are all too common throughout California. I can highly recommend the coconut bar, with many more flavors to be tested soon." - Kyle Valentic

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"Running the last mile of your hike was perhaps ill-advised and now your body temperature is hotter than Matt Bomer helping an elderly woman cross the street. Head immediately to Mateo’s. Between their Oaxacan paletas, super-creamy gelatos, and sorbets that taste like freshly juiced strawberries, this incredible Mexican dessert shop in Culver is one of the fastest cool-downs in town. You can’t go wrong with any of their 30 different flavors, but we love the watermelon, mango dusted with chile, and leche quemada - a creamy smoked milk concoction that tastes exactly like someone kippered a gallon of dairy over an open flame. We haven’t been here yet, but want you to know this spot exists." - Team Infatuation

Mateo's Ice Cream & Fruit Bars - Review - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

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"Running the last mile of your hike was perhaps ill-advised and now your body temperature is hotter than Matt Bomer helping an elderly woman cross the street. Head immediately to Mateo’s. Between their Oaxacan paletas, super-creamy gelatos, and sorbets that taste like freshly juiced strawberries, this incredible Mexican dessert shop in Culver is one of the fastest cool-downs in town. You can’t go wrong with any of their 30 different flavors, but we love the watermelon, mango dusted with chile, and leche quemada - a creamy smoked milk concoction that tastes exactly like someone kippered a gallon of dairy over an open flame." - brant cox

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"Mateo's Ice Cream, Del Rey. What makes Del Rey (and all of Los Angeles) such an inviting destination is its cultural diversity. Businesses like Mateo's offer a much-welcomed break from the mass-produced, cookie-cutter ice cream parlor chains that are all too common throughout California. I can highly recommend the coconut bar, with many more flavors to be tested soon."

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"Between their Oaxacan-style paletas, super-creamy gelatos, and sorbets that taste like freshly juiced strawberries, this incredible Mexican dessert shop is the ideal spot for a quick lunchtime cool-off or snack. There are a few locations throughout the city, with each storefront stocked with over 30 different flavors of paletas, including watermelon, mango dusted with chile, and leche quemada - a creamy smoked milk concoction that tastes exactly like someone kippered a gallon of dairy over an open flame. They also have dozens of different shakes, smoothies, and agua frescas that are perfect to take back to the office." - Jess Basser Sanders, Brant Cox

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Hands-down my favorite ice cream in LA! Whenever you get the ice cream in a cup you have to get the melted chocolate shell on top trust me check out the picture it’s so good

Jenae Lien

Google

Updated edit 2024 I love Mateo’s ice cream! If this place was close to me I would probably visit every day. Their rum raisin gelato has me. I truly crave this ice cream, the bold and rich flavor along with the way it melts is just incredible. My kid gets a scoop of vanilla with rainbow sprinkles, and my husband likes their cookies and creme gelato in a waffle cone, You can keep it simple here with a fruit salad, or go all in with a banana split topped with all the fixings. The people who work here are super friendly and helpful. They’ll let you try gelato flavors. If it’s busy just wait a few minutes and the line should clear out. They do an amazing job at accommodating the rushes throughout the day. There’s a nice area outside you can enjoy ice cream at too ☺️ Older post from 2017- Just by looking at their ice cream you can tell it's bursting in flavor and wholeness. Bright, vivid and totally all natural ice cream in the form of gelato and also ice cream bars. Smoothies are sold here along with fresh pressed juices and freshly cut fruit. I ordered a scoop of strawberry Fresca and a scoop of horchata. It was creamy and reminded me of a strawberry Sunday from McDonalds but better. Nordy got a scoop of chocolate that was rich and decadent. Our 3 scoops came out to about $6.50.

Maida Aviad

Google

My husband and I discovered Mexican Ice Cream on our recent trip to Los Angeles. It was love at first taste! This was not your regular hard, frozen American ice cream. This was smooth, creamy and heavenly. Almost like frozen custard but not quite and the flavors all genuine, especially the fruits. There were dozens to choose from. Everything from Mango and Pina Colada to Chocolate Coffee and Egg Nog Raisin. We were unable to stay away. Four visits in one week. How will I survive without Matteo’s back home??

Miriam Lopes

Google

As a Latina who just moved to the state, I was pretty excited to find an ice cream shop that was laid back & had the unique flavors I love. I ended up getting 2 big scoops-one of coconut and one passion fruit for $5! Compared to other ice cream shops that give you a teaspoon for $7, this was a great find. They do let you sample ice cream before buying, so I’d do that since not all of the flavors are as amazing as the last. The interior decor seems to be their signature style, it’s an old design & aging, but seems to fit their overall vibe. It’s very close to the bike path—so this is a great pick me up after a long ride. Indoor seating: 2-3 tables.

Emerald C.

Google

Only 3 people allowed in at a time because of covid. They have a lot of sherbets and ice cream, also popsicles. I tried their guava and mango sorbet. Both were not to sweet. Just perfect. 2 scoops was $5. Can't wait to try their other flavors. Customer service was excellent.

Kay Jay

Google

Great selection of exotic flavors for their popsicles and ice cream. My favorite is the walnut Popsicle. I hear they have a good sandwich too but I've never tried that

S Bobby Gerjarusak

Google

Hey, why isn't it a 5? Fruit bars were 5 but ice cream was probably a 4. I tried coconut flavor and it wasn't a 5. Service was great for a crowded place and do ask to try before you buy. It could be hard to find parking in front so park on the street or further away from laundromat.

crzyqbn

Google

My sister told me about this place yesterday and I came today. She recommended the Bionico. It was fantastic. The crema was so good, I wanted to makeout with the container and not leave a drop of it. My husband had the Banana Split with a scoop of Passionfruit, Horchata, and Pistachio. I look forward to returning and trying a sandwich. I hear they're the bomb.

N S

Google

Hands-down my favorite ice cream in LA! Whenever you get the ice cream in a cup you have to get the melted chocolate shell on top trust me check out the picture it’s so good

Jenae Lien

Google

Updated edit 2024 I love Mateo’s ice cream! If this place was close to me I would probably visit every day. Their rum raisin gelato has me. I truly crave this ice cream, the bold and rich flavor along with the way it melts is just incredible. My kid gets a scoop of vanilla with rainbow sprinkles, and my husband likes their cookies and creme gelato in a waffle cone, You can keep it simple here with a fruit salad, or go all in with a banana split topped with all the fixings. The people who work here are super friendly and helpful. They’ll let you try gelato flavors. If it’s busy just wait a few minutes and the line should clear out. They do an amazing job at accommodating the rushes throughout the day. There’s a nice area outside you can enjoy ice cream at too ☺️ Older post from 2017- Just by looking at their ice cream you can tell it's bursting in flavor and wholeness. Bright, vivid and totally all natural ice cream in the form of gelato and also ice cream bars. Smoothies are sold here along with fresh pressed juices and freshly cut fruit. I ordered a scoop of strawberry Fresca and a scoop of horchata. It was creamy and reminded me of a strawberry Sunday from McDonalds but better. Nordy got a scoop of chocolate that was rich and decadent. Our 3 scoops came out to about $6.50.

Maida Aviad

Google

My husband and I discovered Mexican Ice Cream on our recent trip to Los Angeles. It was love at first taste! This was not your regular hard, frozen American ice cream. This was smooth, creamy and heavenly. Almost like frozen custard but not quite and the flavors all genuine, especially the fruits. There were dozens to choose from. Everything from Mango and Pina Colada to Chocolate Coffee and Egg Nog Raisin. We were unable to stay away. Four visits in one week. How will I survive without Matteo’s back home??

Miriam Lopes

Google

As a Latina who just moved to the state, I was pretty excited to find an ice cream shop that was laid back & had the unique flavors I love. I ended up getting 2 big scoops-one of coconut and one passion fruit for $5! Compared to other ice cream shops that give you a teaspoon for $7, this was a great find. They do let you sample ice cream before buying, so I’d do that since not all of the flavors are as amazing as the last. The interior decor seems to be their signature style, it’s an old design & aging, but seems to fit their overall vibe. It’s very close to the bike path—so this is a great pick me up after a long ride. Indoor seating: 2-3 tables.

Emerald C.

Google

Only 3 people allowed in at a time because of covid. They have a lot of sherbets and ice cream, also popsicles. I tried their guava and mango sorbet. Both were not to sweet. Just perfect. 2 scoops was $5. Can't wait to try their other flavors. Customer service was excellent.

Kay Jay

Google

Great selection of exotic flavors for their popsicles and ice cream. My favorite is the walnut Popsicle. I hear they have a good sandwich too but I've never tried that

S Bobby Gerjarusak

Google

Hey, why isn't it a 5? Fruit bars were 5 but ice cream was probably a 4. I tried coconut flavor and it wasn't a 5. Service was great for a crowded place and do ask to try before you buy. It could be hard to find parking in front so park on the street or further away from laundromat.

crzyqbn

Google

My sister told me about this place yesterday and I came today. She recommended the Bionico. It was fantastic. The crema was so good, I wanted to makeout with the container and not leave a drop of it. My husband had the Banana Split with a scoop of Passionfruit, Horchata, and Pistachio. I look forward to returning and trying a sandwich. I hear they're the bomb.

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