Coastal Cone Waffle Company has been scooping ice cream on Ventura’s waterfront since 1983, and it’s still the kind of place where you can sit outside with your dog and actually relax. The menu runs deep—40 flavors of ice cream, plus milkshakes, malts, banana splits, sundaes, and pineapple Dole Whip floats. They make their waffle cones in-house, which makes a real difference when you bite into one.

The outdoor patio is right there near the sand, so you’re getting actual coastal air while you eat. On a decent day, it’s a solid spot to grab something cold after walking along the beach. The breeze helps, especially if you’re there in summer when everyone else is melting.

Dogs are welcome on the patio, which means you don’t have to choose between your dog and dessert. Your dog can hang out with you while you work through a sundae or a shake. It’s not fancy or complicated—just a straightforward ice cream shop that happens to accommodate dogs without making it weird.

The place has been around long enough that it’s genuinely part of the Ventura waterfront experience. You’ll see families, couples, and plenty of people with dogs all rotating through. The homemade waffle cones are worth trying if you haven’t had them before; there’s a noticeable difference from the standard ones. Even if you’re just passing through Ventura and want a quick frozen treat before heading somewhere else, this is worth stopping for. The patio setup means you can sit down rather than eat while walking, which is nice if you’ve been on your feet most of the day.