It can get pretty hot here in Las Cruces, NM, but thankfully ice cream is the perfect sweet treat to cool you off. Go on and grab a scoop at a local shop in the sweltering summer or (let’s be honest) any time of year. Jump into your 2023 Volkswagen Jetta to check out these nearby icy-cold paradises!
1. Caliche’s Frozen Custard
This fantastic find claims to be New Mexico’s flavor, and we can’t help but agree! Located at 590 S Valley Dr, Caliche’s is open every day from 11 AM to 10 PM, so morning or night, you can indulge in some sugary goodness. If you want dinner before dessert, grab one of their hearty hot dogs or sandwiches, but don’t leave without ordering a delicious cup of frozen yogurt or a delectable sundae.
2. Paleteria La Reyna Michoacana
If you’re looking for the best Michoacana in the city, look no farther than La Reyna. Located at 870 E Madrid Ave, this store truly lives up to its name as the queen. We love the popsicles here, which come in flavors such as mango, melon, pineapple, vanilla, chocolate chip, and Oreo. You might want to brush up on your Spanish before dropping by, so that you can order your helado, paletas, and elote seamlessly.
3. The Paleta Bar
You didn’t think we’d had enough ice pops yet, did you? The Paleta Bar at 2750 Mall Dr Ste 240 has popsicles which rival La Reyna’s. These handmade paletas are crafted lovingly from quality ingredients like fruit, cream, and milk. They are then dipped in chocolate and finished off with your choice of toppings, which range from cookie crumbs to crushed nuts to sugary cereal to colorful sprinkles.
4. PQ Treats
With hours from 5 AM to 12 AM every day, PQ Treats offers almost round-the-clock access to our favorite frozen dessert! You can find this store at 2580 Don Roser Dr. We love dropping by for a scoop or two late at night when everywhere else is closed, and ordering some coffee to drink on the side. Day or night, rain or shine, you can trust PQ Treats to have open doors, friendly faces, fast service, and super yummy sweets.
Those are our picks for four of our favorite places to get a sweet treat during the hot summer months. We love the frozen yogurt at Caliche’s, the popsicles at La Reyna and The Paleta Bar, and the late-night scoops and coffee at PQ Treats. Next time you’re craving something cold, try out one of our suggestions, then come visit us at Sisbarro Autoworld Volkswagen to pick out a new or used car.
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