Recent social media posts
09/24/2026
TOMORROW! We’re hosting a special fundraiser in honor of Dolly Parton. And yes, we made Dolly-inspired pairings.
Friday 9/25
2 to 5 p.m.
Scoop shops nationwide*
25% of all in-shop sales during this time will be donated to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.
See you there!
*Heads up: our Chagrin Falls shop will be closed tomorrow.
09/23/2026
To celebrate the return of Opaque, we’re turning all our Buttercrisp Waffle Cones black for a limited time. Naturally coloring our signature cones with black cocoa (plus fruit and vegetable juices) adds another delicious layer to explore.
In a blind test between black and classic cones, not a single person on our team could tell the difference. But color impacts our perception of flavor. So, we want to know: what does this cone taste like to you?
09/22/2026
OPAQUE. Back for a limited time.
An exploration of color and flavor. Black cocoa, espresso fudge, balsamic cherry.
Our all-black collab ice cream with artist Cj Hendry is a full-on sensory experience. Interrogating and immersing beyond the visual. Re-contextualizing the endless appeal of ice cream. Blurring the lines between perception and reality. And, it’s wildly delicious.
Enjoy Opaque in scoop shops and online, while supplies last.
09/21/2026
Clear eyes, full cone, can’t lose
09/20/2026
Not summer, not fall, but ice cream season.
09/18/2026
The greatest pumpkin.
09/17/2026
Dolly Parton was the person we want to be when we grow up: an unstoppable force for good with the power to bring people together.
To honor her legacy, we’re hosting a special fundraiser.
Friday 9/25
2 to 5 p.m.
Scoop shops nationwide
25% of all in-shop sales during this time will be donated to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.
See you there!
09/16/2026
MENU HACK: Pear Frangipane + Milkiest Chocolate + caramel sauce in a Buttercrisp Waffle Bowl. Think a candy apple, but pear.
09/15/2026
Hazelnut Stracciatella lore
09/14/2026
HAZELNUT STRACCIATELLA
Inspired by Italian stracciatella: gelato made with melted chocolate that freezes and shatters when drizzled into ice cream. Our version is rich, silky hazelnut ice cream infused with toasty sweetness from pure roasted and ground American hazelnuts. Punctuated by bittersweet curls for satisfying texture and a melt-in-your-mouth finish.
09/13/2026
MBB stans come to the front
09/12/2026
PUMPKIN WITH BROWN SUGAR BLONDIES
In the season of pumpkin spice everything, there are two options. First: rebel. Or, second: make something unforgettable enough to blow every other pumpkin offering out of the water.
Sweet and rich heirloom Dickinson pumpkins blended with toasty caramelized sugar and warm spices: cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, and ginger. Chewy, nutmeg-kissed brown sugar blondies. And a drizzle of dark caramel sauce for a gooey texture worthy of the best fall farmers market dessert.
09/10/2026
GET READY, HUNTSVILLE!
Join us for FREE scoops next Thursday 9/17 at the grand opening of our shop at Clinton Row. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the first 50 in line will get a free swag bag. Plus, you can enter our giveaway to win free ice cream for a YEAR.
Link in bio for all the deets. SEE YOU THERE!
09/09/2026
MISO BUTTERSCOTCH BROWNIE
Welcome back to this fall favorite: a prime study in the balance of sweet and savory. Buttery caramel cream spiked with yellow miso for layers of delicate umami and mouthwatering pops of saltiness. The fudgy dark chocolate brownies act almost as a palate cleanser, making way for just one more bite.
09/08/2026
The pairings we’re recommending right now.
09/06/2026
SALTY CARAMEL IS BACK. IN. SHOPS.
Toasted sugar ice cream with vanilla and a *heavy* pinch of sea salt. Made the same way we’ve been doing it since 1996: by caramelizing sugar in a kettle over fire. Is it dangerous? Yes. Does it require a metric boatload of precision? Yes. Is it worth it for that beautiful nutty, buttery quality? You tell us.
Salty Caramel is now available in scoop shops nationwide.
09/04/2026
SHOPS ONLY: PEAR FRANGIPANE
Delicate, refreshing, and beautiful in its simplicity. Made with real pears and a splash of pear essence for an ice cream that’s like biting into the fruit itself. And a little almond extract for a nutty finish reminiscent of a frangipane tart.
Scoops and hand-packed pints in shops nationwide!
09/03/2026
FALL ’26
We’ll go ahead and say it: fall is our favorite season for flavor. Fresh produce. Warm spices. Sweet and savory alike. These ice creams meet that moment. Quintessentially fall enough to give us the sweater weather feeling we’re craving (no matter what the thermostat says). We want to enjoy them all season long.
Shops and online now.
09/02/2026
No, you’re not annoying. Yes, try them all.
09/01/2026
Get ready to scoop. We’re setting up shop in two new cities.
JACKSONVILLE, FL
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
More details soon!
08/30/2026
Guess who’s back …
08/29/2026
Kelly, we don’t know what banana ice cream hurt you in the past (😭), but we make Malted Milk Chocolate & Banana Cookie Dough with REAL pureed bananas.
No banana flavorings, ever, in any of our ice creams!
08/27/2026
Fall early access is live at jenis.com for rewards members!! Link in bio to sign up.
08/25/2026
Shoutout to xolittleghost’s sister
08/23/2026
F*ll coming soon 🍂
Address
2871 University Avenue
San Diego, CA
92104
To get to University Avenue in San Diego, you can take the MTS bus routes 1, 11, or 215. The nearest stop is at Park Blvd & University Ave. Alternatively, if you are driving, you can take the I-805 or CA-163 to reach University Avenue.
There are several parking options available on University Avenue. You can park on the street, but be mindful of parking restrictions and time limits. There are also several parking garages nearby such as the Park-it-on-Market Garage and the 10th & E Parking Lot.
Once you have arrived at University Avenue, the ice cream shop and parlor should be within walking distance.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
1pm - 12am |
| Tuesday |
1pm - 12am |
| Wednesday |
1pm - 12am |
| Thursday |
1pm - 12am |
| Friday |
12pm - 1am |
| Saturday |
12pm - 1am |
| Sunday |
12pm - 12am |
Alerts
Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
What people say
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams on University Avenue in San Diego is a must-visit for ice cream lovers. Their Wedding Cake ice cream is a true delight, with its decadent buttercream flavor and spongy cake pieces mixed in. The addition of blackberry jam and lemon sauce takes this ice cream to the next level, making it perfect for any special occasion. And if you're lucky enough to visit during strawberry season, be sure to try their Strawberry Buttermilk ice cream made with fresh Ohio strawberries and cultured buttermilk - it's simply divine! Plus, Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams knows how to celebrate summer right with their Hello Summer event and free scoops for Splendid Rewards members. Don't miss out on the chance to indulge in some of the best ice cream around at Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams.
