Summer in Southern California brings one thing: heat! And what better way to beat the warmth at Disneyland Resort than with a delicious, frosty treat? Forget sweating through your park day – I’m here to guide you to the coolest sips and swirls across Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure.

From classic ice cream to exotic slushies and invigorating cold brews, I’ve got your ultimate guide to staying refreshed while you explore the magic. Let’s dive in!

Ice Cream and Milkshakes

Toasty temperatures and ice cream are a match made in heaven. Here are some of my favorite spots to grab scoops, sundaes, sandwiches, and more as you get into the summer spirit.

Outdoor Vending Carts

For a sweet summertime snack, you’ll find the most classic options at snack carts all around the parks.

Fans (like me!) have always loved the iconic Mickey bars and ice cream sandwiches. These themed treats are easy to grab and enjoy while strolling around and staying cool. You can also find other frozen items like popsicles, frozen bananas, and chocolate chip cookie ice cream sandwiches.

• Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bar
• Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Sandwich
• Frozen Bananas

Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor

Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor captures the charm and cheer of an old-fashioned ice cream shop. It’s always one of my favorite stops on Main Street U.S.A.

Here, you’ll discover specialty sundaes, floats, and hand-scooped cups and cones. Add sweet toppings to make your dessert extra magical. Different scoop and sundae sizes mean you can share (if you’re feeling generous), but no judgment if you want it all to yourself!

• Chocolate Chip Cookie Sundae: two scoops of Vanilla Ice Cream and two Fresh-baked Chocolate Chip Cookies, with Fudge Topping, Whipped Cream and a Cherry
• Strawberry Street Car Sundae: Strawberry and Vanilla Ice Cream, served in a Dipped Waffle Cup, with Strawberry Topping, Strawberry Crisp and Whipped Cream

The Golden Horseshoe

The Golden Horseshoe is another fan-favorite eatery in Disneyland Park. Beyond menu items like chicken tenders, fries, mini corn dogs, and fish & chips, they also serve incredible ice cream.

Grab an ice cream float – a nostalgic childhood favorite – or go for the more extravagant cookie butter churro sundae. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth this summer.

• Cookie Butter Churro Sundae: Cookie Dough Ice Cream with Cookie Butter Sauce, garnished with a Cinnamon Sugar Churro and Whipped Topping
• Ice Cream Float: Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Cherry or Barq’s Root Beer

Flo’s V8 Cafe

Nothing says summer like a simple chocolate, vanilla, or strawberry shake! Flo’s V8 Cafe in Disney California Adventure is the dream spot when this is what you crave.

The classic milkshakes come topped with crushed cookie pieces designed to look like road gravel, perfectly playing into the Cars Land theme. You can even get them in a souvenir glass to take the fun home. I love sipping one of these while soaking in the sights and sounds of Radiator Springs.

• Flo’s Classic Shake: Vanilla, Chocolate, or Strawberry Shake topped with “Road Gravel” (also available served in a Cars Land souvenir Shake glass)

Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop

Some of the most decadent desserts at Disneyland await you at Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop, located within the bustling San Fransokyo Square in Disney California Adventure.

Indulge in sundaes, shakes, and frozen beverages like cocoa and mochas, all crafted with Ghirardelli’s premium chocolate. Whatever I order here, I always make sure it has their famous hot fudge – it’s absolutely divine!

• World Famous Hot Fudge Sundae: Vanilla Ice Cream with Hot Fudge, Whipped Cream, Diced Almonds, a Cherry, and one of our Milk Chocolate Caramel SQUARES
• Ocean Beach Sea Salt Caramel Sundae: Caramel sauce, Vanilla Ice Cream, Milk or Dark Chocolate Hot Fudge, Whipped Cream, Sea Salt, and one of our Milk or Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramel SQUARES
• Frozen Hot Cocoa: Hot Cocoa mix blended with Milk and Ice, topped with Whipped Cream and Mini Chocolate Chips

Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream

Named after the charismatic Clarabelle Cow, this classic spot in California Adventure is a must-visit when you’re in the mood for a cold treat.

Grab a scoop (or multiple) of your favorite ice cream flavor, pick your pop to top off an ice cream float, or customize a hand-dipped ice cream bar if you’re feeling extra creative. So many scrumptious selections here are sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face!

• Ice Cream Float: Two Scoops of Vanilla Ice Cream with choice of Beverage
• Hand-dipped Ice Cream Bars: Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Bar with choice of Chocolate Coating and Topping

Cozy Cone Motel 2 – Ice Cream Cones

Soft serve is a summertime staple, and you’ll find it at Cozy Cone Motel in Cars Land.

Choose from chocolate or vanilla (or swirl them for the best of both worlds!), and friendly cast members will serve it up in your choice of a cup or cone. The walk-up pickup windows make this treat easy to grab and go, so you can keep racing off and enjoying your day.

• Vanilla Soft Serve: served in a Cone or Cup
• Chocolate Soft Serve: served in a Cone or Cup

Frozen Treats

Looking for something a bit lighter than a creamy cup or cone? As summer heats up, these frosty finds across the Disneyland Resort are perfect for an afternoon cool-down or an evening treat.

Bengal Barbecue

Bengal Barbecue is famous for its flavorful meat and vegetable skewers, but did you know they also have quite a collection of frozen drinks?

Whether you like a boba-filled beverage, fresh fruity flavors, or selections with a hint of spice, these slushies will keep you feeling full of summertime spirit and ready for your next daring Disneyland adventure.

• Thai Tea Slushy with Brown Sugar Spheres and Cold Foam
• Jungle Julep: refreshing Slush of Pineapple, Orange, Grape, and Lemon Juices
• Tropical Slushy: Passion Fruit, Orange, Guava and Lychee Syrup, with a Chile-Lime Rim

The Tropical Hideaway

For many, a day at Disneyland isn’t complete without a DOLE Whip, and The Tropical Hideaway in Adventureland is a necessary stop.

Pineapple is the original flavor, of course, but the menu has expanded to include offerings like peach and strawberry, all swirled to perfection. Order it in float form for an extra refreshing option – you really can’t go wrong with any of these tasty treats!

• DOLE Whip: Soft Serve with choice of DOLE Whip flavor Strawberry, Pineapple, or Peach
• DOLE Whip Float: DOLE Pineapple Juice topped with DOLE Whip Pineapple Soft Serve

Kat Saka’s Kettle

The Cold Brew Black Caf is definitely the most photographed Disneyland food item in my camera roll! This beloved beverage recently transformed into a slushy with chocolate cookie crumbles and a chocolate sweet cream topper – a perfect warm-weather treat!

Maybe you need some early morning energy before flying off on a thrilling journey with The Mandalorian and Grogu on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. Or perhaps you want a midday pick-me-up to explore all the small details throughout Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. This drink helps you do it all!

• Black Caf Slushy: Cold Brew Slushy, Chocolate Cookie Sweet Cream, Crème-filled Chocolate Cookie Crumbles

Adorable Snowman Frosted Treats

My personal favorite cold treats at Disneyland are at Adorable Snowman Frosted Treats, located on the picturesque Pixar Pier in California Adventure.

They offer plenty of plant-based options if you’re looking for non-dairy desserts, with silky swirls of Lemon, Mango, Raspberry, and Blue Raspberry making a bold statement. Great for snapping a photo and posting on social media, but even better for helping you stay cool!

• Pixar Pier Frosty Parfait with choice of Non-Dairy Lemon, Mango or Raspberry Soft Serve with Blue Raspberry Swirl
• It’s Snow Capped Lemon!: Non-Dairy Soft Serve Topped with White Chocolate
• It’s a Flight!: Non-Dairy Lemon, Raspberry, and Mango Soft Serve Flight

Schmoozies!

Schmoozies! in California Adventure is well-loved for items like their Mickey-shaped waffles and over-the-top milkshakes. But here, you can also find blended beverages that will keep the whole family feeling refreshed.

Start your morning in style with a selection of fresh fruit smoothies for a tropical twist, or kickstart your day with a luxurious blended mocha for that extra energy.

• Mangonada Smoothie: Mangos, Bananas and Peaches blended with Pineapple and Guava Juices, finished with sweet Chamoy, Chile-Lime Seasoning and a Mango-Chile Lollipop
• Strawberry Banana Sensation: Strawberries, Banana, and Lowfat Yogurt blended with Strawberry-Pineapple Juice
• Make Mine Mocha: Cold Brew Blended with Chocolate Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream topped with Whipped Cream

Cold Brews and Chilled Beverages

These bold brews and chilled creations are the coolest companion for a full day of park-hopping, keeping you energized and totally refreshed, especially under the summer sun.

Pym Test Kitchen

Any time I embark on a heroic mission in Avengers Campus, I always make time to fuel up at Pym Test Kitchen! For those with an adventurous appetite, you’ll find breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus with a seasonal selection of chilled drinks – all with innovative twists.

Whether you’re a cold brew fanatic dedicated to trying all the different varieties throughout the resort, or you prefer a sweet and fruity beverage, you’ll be pleased with these picks.

• Experiment 7290: Cookies & Cream Cold Brew: Chocolate Cookie Cold Brew with Sweet Cold Foam
• Proton Punch: Lemonade, Berry Purée, Cherry Flavor-filled Boba and Grenadine-filled Pipette

Maurice’s Treats

Maurice’s Treats in Disneyland Park isn’t just home to the viral Garlic Cheesy Pretzel Bread; it also features a few standout sips on its menu.

The Boysen Apple Freeze pairs perfectly with treats like the chocolate croissant cookie or that warm cheese-filled pretzel. They often have a fun flavored cold brew that gives you a much-needed boost between bites.

• Tiramisù Nitro Cold Brew: Nitro Cold Brew with Dark Chocolate Syrup, topped with Tiramisù Cream
• Boysen Apple Freeze

Royal Street Veranda

A Mint Julep from Royal Street Veranda is one of my go-to drinks when the sun shines and I’m setting off for a summer day at Disneyland Park.

Lime and mint are the perfect flavor combo in this chilled concoction. You can even take it up a notch with a float version containing scoops of bright and refreshing mango sorbet.

• New Orleans Mint Julep: A Refreshing Mint Drink with a hint of Lime Flavor
• New Orleans Mint Julep Float: Mango Sorbet topped with Mint Julep

Troubadour Tavern

As you make your way to the Fantasyland Theatre to play, party, and practice your dance moves with Bluey and Bingo, you’ll find Troubadour Tavern.

Their menu of Bluey-themed treats includes delectable drinks, whether you prefer a rich coffee and chocolate combo or a more refreshing tropical taste. Either way, the cute colors and theatrical toppings will make these the star of your story when you share them on social media.

• Mud Cake Cold Brew: Joffrey’s Coffee French Roast Cold Brew with a malted milk topper, fudge brownie bits, and sprinkles
• Lime Ice Block Drink: Pineapple limeade with coconut milk and watermelon ice block

Café Daisy

If you’re hungry and heading to Café Daisy to pick up a Pepperoni Pizza Flop-Over or some Daisy’s Goody-Goody Donuts, you can also find some of my favorite cold drinks to cool off with while you take a breezy break in Toontown.

With sweet syrups, tart zero sugar lemonade or tasty iced tea, and colorful gummy toppings, these are perfect picks for the littlest members of your party (or the young at heart!).

• Picnic Time Watermelon Lemonade: Minute Maid Zero Sugar Lemonade with Watermelon Premium Syrup and Watermelon Gummies
• The Miss Daisy: Minute Maid Zero Sugar Lemonade and Blue Cotton Candy Syrup, topped with Blue Raspberry Gummy Rings

Milk Stand

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge offers a fully immersive experience. You’ll feel totally transported to another galaxy when sipping on Batuu’s legendary blue or pink frozen treat this summer.

Located at the iconic Milk Stand, the base of this beverage is plant-based milk, making it a lighter choice for those extra hot days when you crave a chilled creation. Which fruity flavor are you siding with?

• Pink Milk: Plant-based Rice Milk blend with sweet and fruity characteristics
• Blue Milk: Plant-based blend of Coconut and Rice Milk with alluring fruity characteristics

No matter where your Disneyland day takes you, a refreshing bite or beverage is always right around the corner. Staying cool has never been more delicious!