McConnell’s Fine Ice Creams at Grand Central Market in Los Angeles makes for a great sweet treat stop in Downtown Los Angeles.
This brand has been serving up artisanal ice cream since 1949, and their dedication to quality is evident in every scoop.
At their Grand Central Market outpost, you can choose from classic flavors like Chocolate and Vanilla to more adventurous options like Eureka Lemon & Marionberries and Honey & Cornbread Cookies. They also offer dairy-free options, so one has to miss out on the fun.
They use just a few simple ingredients – milk, cream, eggs & cane, sugar. Their variegates and inclusions like jams, preserves, chocolates, caramels, coffees, fruit, nuts, booze, cookies and so forth are made in-house. They do not incorporate stabilizers, emulsifiers, nor preservatives.
McConnell uses quality ingredients to make their flavors starting by sourcing milk and cream from local dairies that raise their cows on grass. The eggs they use are from local, organically-fed, cage-free hens.
They pasteurize their mix in-house, which allows them to control the quality and flavor of the ice cream from start to finish. They also churn the ice cream at a lower speed than most commercial ice cream makers, which creates a denser and creamier texture.
At their Grand Central location, they offer single scoops; double scoops; ice cream flights; sundaes; shakes; floats and sammies.
When you finally get to taste the ice cream, you’ll understand why McConnell’s has been in business for over 70 years. The flavors are rich and complex, and the texture is velvety smooth. It’s clear that a lot of care and attention went into each scoop.
We enjoyed a double scoop of Cookies & Cream (featuring chewy chocolate cookies) and Sprinkle Cake.
If you’re looking for a sweet treat in DTLA, McConnell’s Fine Ice Creams at Grand Central Market is definitely worth a visit. Whether you’re a die-hard ice cream fan or just looking for a delicious dessert, you won’t be disappointed.