Lappert's Ice Cream at California Hotel – Sweet Treats in Las Vegas

Inside Lappert's Ice Cream

Lappert's Ice Cream is a small but steady spot inside the California Hotel and Casino in downtown Las Vegas, serving up a range of Hawaiian-inspired and classic ice cream flavors. It’s tucked near the walkway that connects to Main Street Station, making it a convenient stop for guests staying in the area or anyone wandering through this vintage Vegas neighborhood.

The shop is primarily about satisfying sweet tooths with its diverse ice cream lineup—think flavors like Japanese Green Tea, Kona Coffee, Coconut Pineapple, and playful options such as Cookie Monster and Kauai Pie. The latter blends coffee ice cream with fudge, macadamia nuts, and bits of coconut, reflecting the brand's island roots. Locals and visitors alike tend to appreciate this variety, especially if you’re looking to try something beyond the usual chocolate or vanilla.

The atmosphere inside is casual and quick-service, typical of an ice cream counter rather than a sit-down café. It tends to get busy, especially in the afternoon and early evening when people are either cooling down after a day in the casino or grabbing a quick treat during their downtown stroll. The staff generally come across as friendly and helpful, often offering small samples to help you decide on flavor.

Beyond scoops, the menu includes classics like banana splits and sundaes, though availability of toppings can fluctuate according to day and demand. If you’re after a fast, sweet pick-me-up or a cool dessert after dinner, this place fits that role well. Note that shakes can vary in thickness from visit to visit, sometimes feeling a bit watery, likely due to the quick pace of service during busy periods.

Given its location and menu, Lappert's works best for those craving familiar comfort with a local Hawaiian twist, and for anyone who appreciates island flavors while exploring downtown Las Vegas. It’s not a spot for lingering with a large group or for a sit-down treat, but rather a reliable pit stop for ice cream lovers navigating the casino district or hopping between local attractions nearby.

Ideal for quick, friendly service ice cream stops
Great for fans of unique tropical and coffee-flavored ice creams
Best visited during mid-afternoon or early evening for a cooling dessert
Convenient for hotel guests or travelers passing through the California Hotel and Main Street Station

Highlights & Local Essentials

Highlights

Serves great dessert

Popular for

Good for solo dining

What they serve

Serves coffee

Accessibility

Has wheelchair-accessible car park

Has wheelchair-accessible entrance

Local Moments in Photos

Find It on the Map

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

05:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Tuesday

05:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Wednesday

05:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Thursday

05:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Friday

05:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday

05:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Sunday

05:00 AM - 10:00 PM

What Locals & Travelers Say

175 Reviews

Kris Promagan

18 Dec 2025

If you're staying at The California or Main Street Station hotel you have to stop by Lappert's to satisfy your sweet tooth. This is mostly an ice cream shop but they do have assorted donuts and pastries. They have fun flavors such as cookie monster and macadamia nut. I got a banana split but they ran out of toppings unfortunately. It was still pretty good though.

M.Z

15 Dec 2025

On our last day in Hawaii We headed over to Lappert’s! It was the perfect way to end a day by having a nice ice cream shake, a little watery for my taste but still good! Rating for shake 4/5 needs to be thicker I think the lady was rushing because it was so many people, but don’t worry! Take your time! We can wait :) but overall the workers were nice, friendly, and always had a smile on their face, see you in 2 years!

Chuck M

11 Dec 2025

This little ice cream shop has the best ice cream flavors. My favorite is the Coconut/Pineapple. Always try to visit when I'm in Las Vegas. The servers are always so helpful!

Tray

28 Nov 2025

Friday June 6, 2025- Wanted to sample Hawaiian inspired ice cream flavors after eating the Prime Rib dinner. The young man working tonight had good customer service I got to sample Cookie Monster- which tastes like cookies and cream but small kine different. I ended up choosing Kauai Pie- which is coffee ice cream with fudge, macadamia nuts and subtle coconut pieces inside. I forgot to take a pic of it cause I was excited to eat it haha. Really shocked they also sold poke, breakfast sandwiches and burritos. Maybe I’ll sample it next time I visit.

Poly Gone

27 Nov 2025

This is a great place to grab some quick ice cream, coffee or donuts inside the California Hotel in Las Vegas. Located across from Aloha Specialties Hawaiian food on the top floor on the bridge to Main Street Staion.

William Barrizonte-Rojas

25 Nov 2025

If you're looking for the creamiest, tastiest good old fashioned ice cream with good assorted Hawaiian flavors, look no further!!, Lappert's Ice Cream by any comparison, beat the competition hands down, unfortunately this is the only location that I'm aware of in Las Vegas, NV.

Hani Kassim

29 Oct 2025

Delicious icecream. They don't have all the flavors, but its nice and the good thing that they didn't raise the prices exponentially like everyone else taking advantage of the inflation

Keanu Tuskan

14 Sep 2025

Lapperts is My Favorite Downtown LV Ice Cream Shop. I ordered their Hana Road and it was Super Delicious. I highly recommend for all Families. Thank you and God Bless Lappert!

Lappert's Ice Cream

Inside Lappert's Ice Cream

Highlights & Local Essentials

Local Moments in Photos

Find It on the Map

Openings Hours

What Locals & Travelers Say

175 Reviews

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