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Rite Aid Thrifty Ice Cream
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300 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
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Best Ice Cream in Beverly Hills

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Rite Aid Thrifty Ice Cream 7.7
Beverly Hills
Vibes: Late Night Legends Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Hidden Gems Heaven
Nostalgic scoop shop inside 24-hour Rite Aid has served cylindrical scoops since the 1970s, becoming a beloved late-night institution. Unique flavors like Chocolate Malted Krunch and Medieval Madness offer throwback charm at unbeatable prices.
Must-Try Dishes: Chocolate Malted Krunch, Medieval Madness, Circus Animal Cookies
Scores:
Value: 9.4 Service: 7.2 Consistency: 8.1 Food Quality: 7.5 Atmosphere: 6.3 Cultural Relevance: 8.4
What makes it special: Iconic cylindrical scoops and 1940s-era recipes
Who should go: Nostalgic locals and budget-conscious families
When to visit: After midnight for no lines
What to order: Double scoop cone, Chocolate Malted Krunch, Rocky Road
Insider tip: Still under $3 for generous single scoop
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Free Rite Aid parking lot, rarely full even late night
Dress code: Come as you are - people show up in pajamas at 2am
Noise level: Quiet pharmacy ambiance, fluorescent lighting vibes
Weekend wait: 5-10 min line on summer weekend nights
Weekday lunch: No wait, maybe 1-2 people ahead
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - all ice cream flavors are vegetarian
Vegan options: No - all flavors contain dairy
Gluten-free options: Some flavors yes, but check mix-ins like cookies or brownies
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if you want to test their sense of humor - eating ice cream under pharmacy lights isn't romantic but it's memorable and shows you know the real LA
Can I get a table without a reservation? No seating - it's literally a freezer case in a pharmacy. Eat outside on the curb or in your car like a local
Is it kid-friendly? Perfect for kids - cheap enough to let them try multiple flavors, low-key environment, and they love the weird cylinder scoops
Best For
Better for: Authentic LA nostalgia and unbeatable value - nowhere else serves $2.50 scoops of legitimate quality ice cream with flavors unchanged since the 70s
Skip if: You want artisanal small-batch experience or Instagram-worthy ambiance - go to Salt & Straw or Wanderlust instead