There a lot of options for ice cream lovers throughout Northern California, and you really can’t go wrong with any of them. However, there’s an old-fashioned ice cream parlor in Sacramento that’s especially worth seeking out when you’re in need of a frozen fix. A local favorite since it opened in the 1940s, this place has definitely stuck around for a long time. Stop on by for a taste of their famous ice cream and you’ll instantly see why!

Welcome to the beloved Sacramento staple known as Vic's Ice Cream! Boasting a delightfully old-fashioned vibe and some of the best ice cream in town, it's simply impossible not to love this sweet spot.
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Serving the community since it first opened in 1947, Vic's has proudly retained its nostalgic atmosphere. Boasting checkered floors and a vintage-style counter, walking into this old-fashioned parlor is a true blast from the past.
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Its charming atmosphere will lure you in, but it's the amazing ice cream that will hook you from the first bite. Vic's boasts 29 different flavors of ice cream, with certain flavors only available seasonally.
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With so many flavors to choose from, there's bound to be one that calls to you. From simple flavors like Chocolate and Vanilla to Raspberry Ribbon or Cherry Amaretto, you simply can't go wrong. Enjoy it in a vintage ice cream dish or take it to-go in a cone.
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Of course, the Banana Split never disappoints! Other popular options include floats, shakes, malts, and sundaes. However you decide to enjoy your dessert, your sweet tooth will be beyond satisfied.
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Vic's also boasts a varied selection of humble diner food including hot dogs, grilled cheese, sandwiches, and salads. It may not be anything fancy, but you can bet your meal will be hearty, wholesome, and downright delicious.
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There are some things in life that just never go out of style and Vic's Ice Cream in Sacramento is one of them. The next time you're craving a good ol' fashioned scoop of ice cream, stop by Vic's! They are open Friday through Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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