Handel's Ice Cream
Nestled along the iconic Route 66 in vibrant Santa Monica, Handel's Ice Cream is a sweet oasis for travelers seeking a delightful treat. Known for its rich, homemade flavors and generous portions, this beloved spot offers a nostalgic atmosphere that celebrates the classic spirit of the Mother Road. Whether you're savoring a scoop on the sunny patio or grabbing a cone to enjoy ocean views, Handel's invites you to create delicious memories as you journey along this legendary highway.
Jinyen Carew
7 months ago"We LOVE Handel’s! Homemade ice cream is the best! Our family are big fans of the huge chunks that are in these giant scoops! I will warn you, even the small cone is HUGE! Their portions will make you smile! Get the 4 scoop sampler if you are wanting to try different flavors! Ice cream sandwiches are another great idea! We love OOOHH…DOUGH!, SPOUSE LIKE A HOUSE , and GRAHAM CENTRAL STATION the most, but really they are all great! 48 flavors and don’t forget their monthly surprise flavors too! They might have long lines, but it’s worth it! Parking lot is small, but plenty of street parking. The Big Blue Bus also stops in front and loads of shopping and restaurants nearby!"
Kylee Roberts
5 months ago"Dylon was so friendly and welcoming! Clearly loves his job and made the experience great already. Price for a 4 scoop sampler was very fair (and with so many flavors love the opportunity to have a sample flight of flavors!) Ice cream was delicious (buckeye, butter pecan, strawberry cheesecake, brownie dough) Very generous portions! Buckeye was a fave"
Narae Lee
12 months ago"Today I heard about this amazing homemade ice cream shop from Matt and I just had to try it today right after work and so glad I did BEST ICE CREAM ever!! amazing! Delicious and flavorful!! They had variety of unique flavors to choose from I tried the strawberry with cheesecake and salty caramel truffle and both were sooooooo good!! I can't wait to try for more flavors All staff members were accommodating and welcoming I will be back anytime soon and highly recommend to everyone"
Arthur Trusov
10 months ago"I came here fully expecting to roll my eyes at another overhyped “handcrafted” ice cream spot — and honestly? I kind of loved it. The scoops are massive, like “who hurt you?” levels of generous, and the flavor list is long enough to trigger a midlife crisis. I got Graham Central Station because someone on the internet said it changed their life. Did it change mine? No. But it was delicious and made me briefly forget the existential dread of parking in Santa Monica, so that’s a win. The line can get long, and the prices are creeping into “this better cure seasonal depression” territory, but to be fair, you’re basically getting a pint in a cone. Staff was nice, even though I was visibly panicking trying to pick between 47 variations of chocolate. Docking one star because no matter how good it is, I refuse to give five stars to any dessert that makes me feel like I need a nap halfway through. Still — highly recommend if you’re in the mood to hate yourself a little less after eating half your daily calories in one scoop."
