Colemelati’s Oaxacan-inspired North Hollywood shop is decked out with neon signs and fun colors. There’s always something cool to order, such as fresh green juices and the caramel cajeta latte, along with paletas in flavors like watermelon, mango, and blackberry granola.

Born in Michoacan, Jesus Hernandez Morales opened his family-operated business after learning how to make ice cream from his father. His paletas are inventive and packed with flavor, including one made with avocado, a horchata version, and even an option that tastes like a cappuccino. In addition to Inglewood, find La Michoacana Ricas Nieves in Montebello and Hawthorne.

Directly across from Hollywood and Highland is the Paleta Bar, where customizing paletas is the name of the game. There’s a massive display case featuring dipping options like white chocolate, cereal toppings, and fresh fruit. The hardest part is selecting a base paleta, with options like Tajín or lime with chimoy.

Viva Cafe is nestled in Koreatown on Eighth Street near Normandie. There’s always a flavor that appeals here, with options that include cookies and cream, vanilla, or coco de leche (coconut milk).

Situated directly across the street from the former Pacific Dining Car and a four-block walk from the Westlake Metro station, La Michoacana Supreme has ample parking in a congested area. The best idea is to buy a dozen paletas and pack them into a freezer for future enjoyment. Check out the shop’s location in the City of Commerce, as well.

Damian chef Enrique Olvera opened his taco shop in 2020. Here, the team prepares outstanding food along with paletas in flavors like jasmine rice with milk, white chocolate, and puffed rice dip. It’s not uncommon to see new additions to the menu, so check Ditroit’s Instagram to see the goods.

La Michoacana is nestled in central Boyle Heights, on a busy stretch of Cesar E. Chavez Avenue. The most popular paleta flavors here include mango with chamoy, as well as one inspired by gansito, a strawberry jelly-and-cream cake with chocolate.

Mega Raspados lives up to its name with a massive selection of smoothies, juices, and paletas.

The latter includes treats on a stick made with tequila, mamey, queso, or pistachio. If the Boyle Heights location isn’t convenient, there are six others throughout Los Angeles, including outposts in Montebello and Lynwood.