The Scoops & Smiles team
Our Story

Made with Love, Served with Smiles

We're a family-run ice cream shop on the beachfront, and we've been scooping joy since 2012.

Our Story

It Started with One Perfect Summer

Maya Chen, founder of Scoops & Smiles

Est. 2012

Sunny Shores, CA

What We Stand For

Our Values

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Real Ingredients

No artificial flavours or shortcuts. Every scoop is made with real fruit, fresh dairy, and honest ingredients.

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Rooted in Community

We're part of this beach, this neighbourhood. We support local farms and give back to the community that built us.

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Joy in Every Scoop

We believe ice cream should make you smile. That's not just our name — it's our promise to every customer.

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Sustainably Made

Eco-friendly packaging, minimal waste, and a commitment to doing right by the planet we love.

The Team

The People Behind Your Scoop

We're a small, passionate crew who genuinely love what we do.

The Scoops & Smiles team
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Maya Chen

Founder & Head Flavour Maker

Maya has been obsessed with ice cream since she was five. She develops every new flavour and still shows up at 6am to start the churns.

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Leo Santos

Shop Manager

Leo keeps everything running smoothly — from the freezers to the smiles. He's been with us since day one and knows every regular by name.

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Priya Nair

Pastry & Waffle Cone Artist

Priya bakes our fresh waffle cones every morning and is always experimenting with new toppings and sundae combinations.

Come Say Hello

We'd love to meet you. Find us on the beachfront, every day from 10am.

Scoops & Smiles

Handcrafted ice cream made with love, served with smiles — right by the beach.

Hours

  • Mon – Fri11am – 9pm
  • Saturday10am – 10pm
  • Sunday10am – 9pm

Find Us

12 Beachfront Promenade
Sunny Shores, CA 90210

© 2026 Scoops & Smiles. All rights reserved.

Made with 🍦 by the beach