A pile of freshly sliced clementine oranges, just picked up from the farmers market sits on the table next to a milk crate. A Penny employee juices each half of a clementine with care. A pitcher of daffodiles and a latte in a glass jar occupy space on the table as well.

LOCATIONS

Our family owned business has grown over the years, now with 7 locations serving Penny ice cream. The unique character of the host communities is recognized by the distinct design of each shop.

913 Cedar Street

Downtown Santa Cruz

Our first and flagship location. This is where it all started and where our ice cream continues to be made. Come by and see the (probably) smallest Department of Food & Agriculture licensed dairy manufacturing facility in the State of California!

820 41st Avenue, Santa Cruz

Pleasure Point

Our second location and a neighborhood that gets sweeter by the day. Housed in the original roastery of friend and flavor partner Verve, this location is a perfect jumping off point for surf viewing stroll along East Cliff Drive (cone in hand of course).

141 Aptos Village Way

Aptos Village

Located on the Village Green, the Aptos Village Penny is a hop, skip or a mountain bike jump away from the magical world of The Forest of Nisene Marks. Whether you are seeking merriment at the many events hosted on the Green or a moment of quiet awe in the majestic redwoods, we've got your delicious frosty treat ready and waiting.

262 Mount Hermon Road

The Hanger in Scotts Valley

Immediately adjacent to Sky Park, The Hanger is home to The Penny as well as Laughing Monk Brewing, Home by Zinnia's and MADabolic. You can work out, enjoy a brew and some dinner, get that piece that will tie the room together and then top it all off with a fresh scoop of delicious ice cream!

The interior of The Penny in Scotts Valley features unique tile inlay on the front counter and a crisp color scheme in mint jewel tones.

855 El Camino Real, #121

Town & Country Village

Venturing "over the hill" was a big step for The Penny and we are thrilled to be a member of Town & Country Village, bringing delicious made-from-scratch ice cream to the Palo Alto community including Stanford University.

170 State Street, Los Altos

State Street Market

The Penny scoop counter in the expanded Picnic Basket features a cute black and white striped awning over the dipping cabinet

125 Beach Street, Santa Cruz

Beach Boardwalk Area

The recently expanded Picnic Basket cafe features its own Penny scoop counter where folks visiting the Boardwalk, Main Beach and Santa Cruz Wharf can grab a scoop.