Handel's Homemade Ice Cream & Yogurt

The line of kids old and young tells you this place has great ice cream and is a family tradition in these parts. The fun part is their featured flavors and unique choices.. there is truly something for everyone and plenty of vessels to choose from to contain all the creamy goodness.. from cones, sundaes, shakes, splits, and the choices go on and on. The employees working here are local kids and they always provide great friendly service. The line can be a little wait at times but they are hand scooping every order and giving you personal service so Handel's is well worth the wait. Prices are reasonable for the very high quality. There are a few tables and planters you can sit on and enjoy your treats. This is THE ice cream spot on the south side of town... you will never regret a visit even if you have to put in some extra cardio the next day.. life is short.. you deserve great ice cream!

We love visiting Handel's Homemade Ice Cream. Handel's is a California Classic! They make HIGH quality Ice cream and are extremely affordable. Even if there is a line it is worth the wait. Whenever someone visits us from out of town we take them to Handel's. I highly recommend Handel's and will definitely be back!

This location has a giant National Geographic poster in a window that has a list of the 10 Best Ice Creams in the world. Rightfully so, Handel's was listed as number one. I've had ice cream near and far, and nothing comes close to Handel's. It truly is the best ice cream I've ever had the pleasure of consuming. I tried Coconut Cream Pie on my last visit.

Be careful, this ice cream shop will run your credit card twice without your permission. If you ask for a plain cone they will add a tip and run the credit card even without you knowing. I got 2 charges but only 1 receipt and when called the "manager" a young girl called Alexis acted like that is normal, like I should have known they can run my credit card twice without my authorization

I understand the long line.. Absolutely delicious flavors! The birthday cake and cotton candy were my fav! Will return 😋🍨

The ice cream here is really good. This is an Ohio based company....so you get true Midwestern flavors....and creamy, delicious desserts. Yes - we also sampled the fat free /sugar free option...and it was also really good. There can be long lines....but that just goes to show you how good it is, to garner such a loyal customer base. But don't be put off....it's worth the wait! Update (8/3/2022) - still just as good as the last time....and the lines are still long, but they moved quickly.

Delish! You get huge sized scoops!! And pricing is great, under $6 for “one” (really two scoops in a bowl and 3 on a cone) scoop. Napkins weren’t handed to us with the ice cream so we had to ask for some and they were kinda cheap with the amount given. I thought that was strange. I tried the Deep Fried Apple Pie and it was really tasty!! Parking is all over but there are only about 3 tables to eat at. No bathrooms but you can use other stores like Subway.

Creamy, rich, freshly made—the way great ice cream should be! Tons of flavors that all sounded great, and the selection was kind of overwhelming. I finally decided to get the praline pecan, and it was so freshly made that it wasn’t firm enough to stay in a cone, so I got it in a cup with a cone upside down on top. Sweet and creamy with huge pieces of pecans—yum yum yum! Long lines, but the wait is totally worth it! There were 3 windows going at the same time, so the line moved fairly quick.

I ordered the mint Oreo ice cream sundae, which came with hot fudge and a cherry. it also comes with nuts and whipped cream, but I opted out. It was very good. Tons of parking but there's always a long line anytime I've ever come here. However, they always have a lot of people working and are extremely efficient making sure everybody gets taken care of quickly. They only have two tables and a few benches for seating. Normally, we end up eating it in the car or standing in the parking lot.

The ice cream is a five stars! This ice cream is so creamy and soft! It's honestly good on a cold or a hot day. There is a reason why there is always a line! The service can definitely be improved on, but for the most part it's decent.

1st the bad: I lowered the review score because sometimes the workers have a rude attitude. Like dang, how are you gonna act like that working in an ice cream shop? I notice it with others too when they go up to the windows, even old lady's who are nice get the same bad attitude from the workers. You go up to the window to order, they obviously don't want to be there, and then they slam the window in your face hard to get your ice cream. It's the equivalent of slamming the phone down back in the 90s to let someone know you're angrily hanging up on them. I've been here 3 times upon finding out a Handels location was out here, and 2 of those times had rude workers. I'm waiting for that one on western to open, hopefully they're nicer there. I personally think they know they have a chokehold on the ice cream economy there, where else are you realistically going to go? Nowhere, because Handels is the best and they know it so they'll treat you however because you'll come back! Now the good: You already know Handels is the only spot to get good ice cream in the redondo beach area. Only peasants go to baskin robins or those other locations nearby, handels is the upper echelon of ice cream. You could waste your time at "hand & spoon" or even worse...yogurt land , but let's face it, Handels is superior & worth the extra 5 minutes from the beach. They give you giant portions, and there's a vast array of flavors and customizations. With that being said, unlike other locations that offer military and 1st responders 10% off their order, this one doesn't. Which is fine, we aren't entitled to it nor is it affecting the review. This is a heads up for my fellow Military & 1st responders to plan accordingly. We all know you're going to come here regardless because THIS IS THE SPOT!

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream at Redondo Beach does stand out compared to other ice cream locations such as Baskin-Robbin's. I have been to a few of their other locations and each have been consistent with flavor and customer service. There is no indoor seating nor outside seating from the ones I have been to at least. The shop is simply walking up and placing your order. At first I found the menu and ordering to be a little confusing and it was difficult at times to find items on the menu. I enjoy the overall vibe of the ice cream shop and I appreciate that their kitchen is open for all to see. Customer service at this location however, was not as great and I was treated with a rude and short attitude by the man helping me with my order. He could have just been having an off day and that happens, so I didn't pay much mind to it. Service was fast which I appreciate. I ordered a small Fudge Ripple Brownie and it was great. The texture of the ice cream was smooth, creamy, and had a very slight crunchy ice texture that I actually liked. The fudge and brownie themselves were not overly sweet nor too overpowering. Each flavor complimented one another and it was great after a long day. However, $6.00 for a small size is a bit overkill in my opinion. Handel's does serve better ice cream compared to other places, but nothing crazy that would justify their prices in my opinion. Overall, I can get something cheaper with the same quality from another place or even from a grocery store. To my knowledge, no military or first responder discounts offered.

My daughter who lives in Redondo Beach says best ice cream in town. I ordered the vanilla caramel with brownies. Soooo good. Like a vanilla softy, drizzled with caramel and a bite of brownie in every spoonful. The location brings the entire experience up a notch. Great customer service.

So many flavors and ways to get them! I recently tried an Oreo hurricane recently and I found it to be better than the vanilla with Oreo ice cream as the cookies are freshly mixed in. The portions are huge and service is always great-- no wonder there's always a line!

Handel's always hits!! This is one of my go-to spots for ice cream, and they have a bunch of unique flavors to choose from! My favorites are the Graham Central Station and Strawberry Cheesecake Chunk. So so good!! I usually get the 4 scoop sampler to share and it is a lot of ice cream and so worth it for $8. They also have good deals on their scoops and give generous portions. There's sometimes a short line, but it moves fast as they have multiple windows that serve you. There's some outdoor tables and benches to sit and hang out. Or if it's too cold, you can eat it in your car since there's plenty of parking in the plaza. Highly recommend!!

If you're an ice cream lover and find yourself craving a late-night treat, this spot is a must-visit! Don't expect to be the only one with the idea, though--there's always a line, and for good reason. Last night, despite the chilly weather, I bundled up, dragged my daughter out, and headed to our favorite ice cream place , Handel's, not too far from home. I was craving a banana split, and this place never disappoints. The young lady in front of me ordered apple pie in a cup--doesn't that sound amazing? But I stayed true to my craving and went for the classic banana split. It's easily a pound of ice cream, served the traditional way with vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry ice cream, topped with pineapple chunks, strawberry chunks, peanuts, whipped cream, and all the classic toppings. For my two-year-old daughter, I kept it simple with a small cup of strawberries, and she loved it. The selection of flavors is incredible, and the experience is always joyful. Even though it was around 50°F, people were still outside enjoying their ice cream--it was a beautiful sight! I don't know why I was surprised to see a line; there's always a line. After all, who doesn't love ice cream? If you haven't been yet, you've got to check it out. You won't regret it!

I used to get ice cream here all the time!!! It's super creamy, delicious and oh so satisfying! Some of my favorite flavors are banana cream pie and blueberry cobbler. I'm not even really a huge fan of bananas but wow, is the banana cream pie super YUM!!!! I def recommend. Definitely a nice treat. Plenty of parking. Friendly employees and the service is wonderful. When we last went, there was a line but it does move quickly.

First timer and Handel's did not disappoint. Didn't even know this location existed, but so glad that we found it. Greeter at the window was extremely friendly & helpful describing flavors and items. Went with the Blondie brownie ice cream sundae, w/pecan praline ice cream. WOW! It was sooooo good. Ice cream was delicious and you could totally taste the quality (which I appreciate.) Loved the old-fashioned ice cream parlor look too. Automatically makes you feel happy.

The good: There really aren't enough ice cream shops around this area so I appreciate Handel's a lot! It's the best jn the area. I like that you can get a sampler of 4 flavors. That's what I always opt for here. The flavors here are more classic and crowd-pleasing (wont find caramel fish sauce ice cream or weird flavor combos here). I love the bananas foster flavor! Buckeye was a good flavor too. Ice cream is made fresh in store. The bad: They don't have an indoor seating area. You can eat outside but it doesn't have a great atmosphere because it's just a generic grocery store shopping parking lot view. Overall, their ice creams are on the "too sweet" side for me. The interesting: They have a lot of locations and are a franchise. They sell gift cards online.

I always enjoy going to Handel's! Went for $4.50 single scoop Tuesdays and was definitely busy, but they've got the process so streamlined the line didn't take more than 10 minutes. I got the fudge ripple brownie, a change from my usual blue monster. I was not disappointed! There were two benches free when we got our scoops as well, which was an added bonus. Definitely would like to come back and try the four scoop sampler.

Im putting 4 stars only because today around 4:30 Pm I got a "strawberry cheesecake" on a waffle cone, when in fact it was all vanilla and only one cheesecake chunk an no strawberry flavor. I kept thinking to myself, maybe towards the middle or end of my cone there will be one more cheesecake chunk. I was wrong! whoever made this batch clearly didn't add enough strawberries and cheesecake. Also no testers allowed? It's not Covid anymore. :/

Idk if this was a machine issue, but the ice cream was soft and melted so quick. I rushed to eat as it was dripping down my cone. Also the cone wasn't that good, it's quite thin and the dipped cone wasn't available on the day I went... Blue Monster, 3.9/5: Good but I wish the chunks or Oreo and cookie were a little bigger. Base tastes better than the standard vanilla that you expect. While it's a good staple, I would rather explore more flavors. Black Raspberry Chunk, 2.5/5: Raspberry flavor is better than actual raspberries and the chocolate chunks were a great texture. The chunks are like soft chocolate bits? I wouldn't get this again tho, I prefer something more decadent, so not crave worthy. It's next to CVS and you order outside the window. It's a pick and go. You can eat as there are a few benches.

My daughter ordered the Oreo-(cookie) dough and she received just the Oreo. She loved it and rated it 7/10 anyways. Gave 0.5 less star for the wrong order though. I got the graham central station to try something new. I usually get something basic like chocolate chip or just chocolate, you know, to stick to what I know I like. In hindsight I should've stuck to my gut... The graham cracker base was delicious and I got excited for the chocolate covered waffle pieces, but it was just SO MUCH crunch. I usually love toppings but it was overpowering the ice cream. Another -0.5 stars. Service was fast and friendly. Outside seating was available even if there were a few customers already there. Nice sunny weather today for a nice summer ice cream treat. I love handels ice cream but I forgot how huge the portions are (even for a small). Would be nice to have a kid size (slightly smaller for a dollar less), but it won't stop me from coming back.

This is probably my favorite ice cream shop in the South Bay. They have a multitude of flavors. The service is nice. They have a single line and multiple windows. You eat outside on a few benches and they have a couple of tables. Even though this is still my favorite shop, I've noticed a few changes (for the worse) over the years. The portions seem to have shrunk (a tiny amount) while the prices have increased. The portions are inconsistent. The freeze on the banana cream pie isn't as good (it's softer than it used to be). Bottom line: I'll be back. Even with the changes, it's still very good.

Been to the OG spot here a handful of times in the past, but hadn't gotten around to reviewing it until now. Love this place. It's located right at the entrance of Redondo Beach as you make your way past Torrance. Parking is simple, entrenched in a spacious lot within a plaza. There are several amazing flavors to choose from, with specials on Tuesday ($4.50 for a single scoop/cone). Service is always friendly which is an added bonus to any establishment. The two flavors I'd ordered in the past week were fudge ripple brownie and monkey business. Both were great, as a brownie in ice cream kinda guy they both hit the spot, generous in portion size as well. Monkey Business was yummy and unique with its blend of banana, caramel, and chunks of brownie. As a chocolate fiend, I'd give the edge to the fudge brownie ripple. It's rich, has incredible, lasting flavor with every bite, and made for a wonderful afternoon snack.

This is a neighborhood staple that has been around for a long time! Stopped here today for a quick ice cream. What I loved is that everyone kept their space and the servers had gloves on. I enjoyed their mango sorbet which was vegan! It was full of flavor and delicious!

Creamy tasty good 5/5 Fast service during the day Lots of flavors Cookies and cream yummy

How I wish they have sugar free ice cream, love their ice cream don't get me wrong but I was just diagnosed with diabetes and that's why I wish they have a sugar free ice cream.

I had an appointment near here and decided to give it a try. I didn't even know they were here. You order at a walk-up window and sit outside. It's super casual. When I tell you this ice cream is delicious, that is an understatement. I got the banana cream pie and praline pecan pint. I got hubby the strawberry cheesecake chunk and butter pecan pint. They were kind of pricey, but they PACK the ice cream in. So, it was well worth it. The guy that helped me was really friendly and made flavor suggestions. They have about 50 flavors. So it was nice to get suggestions. I'll definitely be back!!

Wow, so many flavors it can make your head spin! I wish I knew about the sampler or the pint before I ordered! Apparently there is a 4 scoop sampler for around $5. And if you want to get a pint, apparently you can ask to get it with 2 flavors! Only a walk up window, no tables to really sit down at. Parking: decent amount of parking, shares lot with other shops at the strip mall

You can't go wrong with any of the flavors here at Hansel's! I'm not a huge fan of fruity flavors but the blueberry cobbler became one of my go to flavors here! I also love how you can do spilt scoops here too. The staffs are friendly and the Service is always great!

As somone who doesn't really like ice cream, I loved Handel's Homemade Ice Cream in Redondo Beach. We ordered the coffee chip and Raspberry ice cream. Both were creamy and delicious. Unlike most places were the cream foams when it melts, their ice cream was silky smooth. PERFECTION!

The best ice cream in town! Soft creamy and bursting with flavor!! We went on a Tuesday when single scoops are $4.50. The employees were very nice and the spot has benches where you can enjoy your ice cream outside. I got the banana cream pie ice cream and it was delicious! It had crunchy bits of pie crust I will definitely be going back

Amazing ice cream! Easy parking, expect a line in the warmer months or sunny after school days and weekends... this is our favorite ice cream as a family! No indoor seating and limited outdoor seating.

Best Ice Cream in the South Bay~ 4.5/5 | Banana Cream Pie and Black Raspberry Chunk Pint | $8.50 Food: Both flavors are my favorites. The banana cream pie uses real bananas with marshmallows and sugar cookies, which create a perfect combination of sweet banana flavors. The black raspberry chunk has bold raspberry flavors complemented with chocolates. Service: I've been going here since I was in high school, and the staff working are always friendly. Ambiance: There is no inside seating available, but there are 2 tables and chairs in front of the store.

This ice cream is delicious and lots of options. The banana pudding flavor !! No interior seating and usually a line outside. There are a couple tables or eat in your car.

The most fluffy Ice Cream I ever had. Sure it is somewhat pricy, but the employees there are friendly, they do give you a lot of Ice Cream. There are a lot of choices for ice cream and the cones. There will be one opening soon in San Pedro by the CVS on Western Ave.

It was my first time trying Handel's, and I was genuinely looking forward to it. Since we arrived close to closing time, I checked the menu online beforehand to make the ordering process quick and easy. However, when I asked for a menu item, the cashier abruptly replied, "Nope, we don't have that," in a rude and dismissive tone. I asked a follow up question and was met with even more attitude and clear annoyance. The interaction left a really bad impression and completely ruined the experience. I won't be returning to Handel's again.

I came here for the first time to use the gift card that my son got from a friend. I knew this place had a great review since people were talking about the place. Came here around 6pm and the line was long. Amazed by the size of their one scoop in a cup!!! It's probably triple size bigger than the Baskin Robbin's single scoop cup. I totally forgot to take the ice cream photos because it was so yummy. Definitely a place to check it out if you're the ice cream person!

Located in a small shopping plaza. Lines are always long but go very quick. Staff is friendly. Have a long list of ice cream flavors and varieties to choose from. Got the ice cream sundae. With butter pecan ice cream and hot fudge. Absolutely delicious. The ice cream has whole pecans in it and the hot fudge is a good combo of hot and cold. Highly recommend.

Handel's @ Redondo Beach, my college days are singing! Summer nights where first you go by the ocean and watch the sun set, followed by a trip to this ice cream shop...On Fridays there's a discount and so the line to get this fresh yummy stuff is even longer than usual. But as usual is worth the wait! I recommend everything...

Handel's is ALWAYS BUSY!!! We've been once before and both times there is always a long line about 15-20 people deep. But don't fret, the lines go pretty quickly. Handel's staff are total pros at this! They typically have 5 windows open for service. We got to the front in about 10-15 min tops. Worth it too. Did you know that National Geographic rates Handel's as the #1 ice cream spot nationwide?!? Even over Italy! Say what?!? No joke. You can see the list in my pics. I was stoked when I saw taro w/ube ice cream on the list. If you know me, you know I am a total taro and ube fan! I ordered the small aka single scoop option for $5.50. Get this, it's not a single scoop. Their single scoop is 2 1/2 scoops!!! No lie. It's CRAZY!!! I legit only wanted 1 scoop ya'll. At $5.50 price point, this is a bargain. They said I was able to get 2 different flavors. So I got the taro and pistachio. My in-laws are regulars here and they swear the pistachio ice cream is the best they have ever had. I love pistachio so I wanted to try it, of course. The single scoop is RIDONKULOUS!!! Loved the taro w/ube. It was perfectly perfect. The pistachio was delicious too but they had given me 1.5 scoops of pistachio to my 1 scoop of taro. The saltiness of the pistachio overpowered my taro. The nuts in the pistachio was a bit too much for me. Definitely quality on the pistachio but I kind of wish I ordered all taro w/ube only so I could have fully enjoyed that flavor on its own. Overall, Handel's is LEGIT!!! If you're ever in the see, come check out what the hype is all about. It really is great ice cream. There are a few tables and chairs and a bench to sit and enjoy your ice cream. I really enjoyed Handel's and the pricing is great. Me personally, I love the gourmet and bougie ice cream flavors from Salt & Straw and ice creams spots like that. Sorry Handel's, no offense. I'm just bougie. Lol.

Very expensive mediocre ice cream. Not worth it. Service not bad in Torrance. I will not come back.

So. many. flavors! Handel's is a staple in the South Bay and was recommended to us by multiple people before moving down here. We, of course, had to give them a try and, we're so happy that we did! There is always a pint of Handel's in our freezer. Our faves are: Brownie Dough Chocoholic Chunk Chocolate Chip Graham Central Station Mint Made with Oreo S'mores Trying to make it through their entire menu of flavors, but keep coming back to these six. Very happy that we are so close to this cute little ice cream shop.

Arrived at 8:30 pm on a Friday night, and the wait was only around 5 minutes! I was surprised that it was this short for a Friday night. I got the cotton candy icecream, and it was not overly sweet & had mini chocolate chips in it. Their mint chip is "so delicious & so creamy." Icecream is $5.50, & the small size is more like a medium. You can also get two flavors in a small! Handel's is probably the best quality icecream shop in the area, highly recommend!

So yummy!!!! Feels like old school ice cream. Very creamy rich and bang for your buck. If you're lactose intolerant (like me), you may have to skip out but honestly I ate it despite the risk and it was well worth it! So much ice cream for the price.

Been coming here since I was little and I would say it stays pretty consistent aside from the prices but guys where hasn't inflation hit. I typically get the coffee flavor but they have a ton of different options it's awesome. Whenever I think of Handels I think of when I sprained my ankle in high school and my mom would drive to handels and get me a pint of the coffee flavor to make me feel better. I have sooo many memories attached to this place. The workers are always so nice and I always trust them to give me recommendations whenever I ask. I do get a bit curious about how cold it is in there lol. While I haven't been on that big of a sugar craving recently, I know handels will always be there when I need it

I don't live nearby anymore, but when I am in town, I love coming back to this spot. The parking is plenty and always expect a line or at least a crowd here. However, the lines move pretty fast, and it's fun to read the menu while waiting. There are so many flavors, but I always go for the following in this order: 1. Banana Cream Pie 2. Blueberry Cobbler 3. Graham Central Station Today I came with a friends, and her fave flavor is Buckeye - it was really good too. I don't think they have any bad flavors here.

In the afternoon it wasn't really crowded. Some families were eating right outside the store. My summer favorite peach was back so I was super happy!

Can you Handel the colossal offerings of ice cream flavors? This is the place to go when you need your ice cream fix. They have every imaginable flavor, and then some. The flavor menu can be overwhelming to look at, but you really can't go wrong. It's now $4 Tuesdays -- despite the price increase, can't complain since the scoop of ice cream is equivalent to 2 scoops! (Which means you can pick 2 different flavors for "1" scoop.). Seem to get more ice cream with the cone (than the cup). The line looks overwhelmingly long, but it goes by faster than you'd think, with the multiple window servers. Love the ube flavor, tin lizzy & banana cream!

Horrible experience, staff is rude and disrespectful. The girl who was helping us was getting annoyed, rolled her eyes many times, and proceeded to throw the spoon on the counter after I asked her politely for something.

This location is a walk up window space with outdoor seating. The service and ice cream was tasty and has been consistent across locations. The outside seating area could have been cleaner but overall not a terrible experience.

Generous serving sizes. Ordered cherry vanilla ice cream. Generous amount of concentrated cherry. Ice cream 4/5. Service 4/5. More than average. Will give more chances to try more.

This place never ceases to delight! It's so worth the trip from Marina del Rey or even farther since the ice cream, milkshakes and malts are truly incredible. If you are a chocoholic, try the Fudge Ripple Brownie. ¡Buen provecho!

Today my husband & I came to have a yummy treat and felt very disappointed by the quality. We both ordered waffle cones of Butter Pecan. Generally when we come, my husband orders the same and I switch between Butter Pecan and Pistachio. The first ice cream cone gets handed to my husband, and it's leaning to the side of the waffle cone which was already disappointing, but he didn't want to make a stink about it, so he accepted the cone. That was a mistake because as we walked to our vehicle right in front of the ice cream shop, the ice cream was melting horribly. He couldn't even enjoy his ice cream cone because the ice cream was so soft that it just kept melting to the point that we couldn't even leave the parking lot with the cones. My ice cream cone was also very soft which required me to rush to eat it before it became a complete mess. Totally disappointing!! We live very close by, and have come to this location many times and the ice cream quality tends to get softer and softer each visit to the point that even though they are making homemade ice cream, they're not letting the ice cream harden much which is what the customers want.. Ice cream that can be enjoyed and not rushed to eat. Handel's, please do better with your ice cream quality. Your customers deserve it especially if you're going to charge $14 for two melting cones..

Delish! You get huge sized scoops!! And pricing is great, under $6 for "one" (really two scoops in a bowl and 3 on a cone) scoop. Napkins weren't handed to us with the ice cream so we had to ask for some and they were kinda cheap with the amount given. I thought that was strange. I tried the Deep Fried Apple Pie and it was really tasty!! Parking is all over but there are only about 3 tables to eat at. No bathrooms but you can use other stores like Subway.

Let me say this for the people in the back... HANDS DOWN SOME OF THE BEST HOMEMADE ICE CREAM YOU WILL EVER HAVE!!!! Another story time: my husband grew up with a Handels down the road, it originated in Pennsylvania. So we were spoiled many times when we were dating with having such a great ice cream shop so close. Well it closed :( I learned on my trip to Cali in 2020 that this Handels existed!! So I knew I had to bring hubs here. I had my signature flavor, Graham Central Station. To me it tastes like a heavy GC flavored s'more. It has chunks of dark chocolate in GC flavored ice cream. It is heaven, people!!! Hubs chose the black raspberry chocolate which was black rasp ice cream with chocolate chunks!! Another amazing choice. If you're ever in the LA or eastern PA areas, make sure you stop by! Every flavor is divine!! No pics because we gobbled it up quick!