Best It's-It Ice Cream Sandwich in San Francisco

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A quintessential SF grocery store that is a reliable source for a quick It's-It fix while exploring the neighborhood. — Haight-Ashbury

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Mollie Stone's is a high-end local grocery store that always keeps a wide variety of It's-It flavors in stock. They are a reliable source for finding some of the less common flavors like Cappuccino or Strawberry in the city proper. — Pacific Heights / Twin Peaks

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While a standard supermarket, this specific location is symbolic. It sits right across the street from where the It's-It was invented at Playland-at-the-Beach. Buying a sandwich here and walking across to the sea wall to eat it while watching the waves is the most historically authentic way to experience the treat. — Outer Richmond

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A massive worker-owned cooperative that carries It's-It as part of their commitment to local Bay Area producers. — Mission / SoMa

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A modern, chef-led neighborhood grocery that focuses heavily on local San Francisco producers. They carry the classic It's-It sandwiches and are a favorite for the local residents of Cole Valley. It’s a great spot to grab a treat before heading into Golden Gate Park. — Cole Valley / Cow Hollow

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The holy grail for It's-It fans. Located just south of the city near SFO, the factory shop is the only place where you can find every single flavor (including Pumpkin, Green Tea, and Cappuccino) and buy them by the case or as individual treats. It is also the best place for official merchandise. — Burlingame

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The most "authentic" way to find an It's-It is to walk into a neighborhood corner store and head straight for the ice cream chest. If they have the iconic "It's-It" logo on the freezer door, you know you’re in a real San Francisco shop. It is the quintessential late-night or post-fog-hike reward. — Everywhere

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Their bakery section features a curated selection of the city's best sourdough loaves, including Tartine and Acme. — various locations

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A high-end neighborhood market that always stocks a wide variety of It's-It flavors, including seasonal specialties. — Glen Park

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A reliable neighborhood spot for grabbing an It's-It before a walk along the Crissy Field shoreline. — Marina District

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A second mention for the convenience of grabbing an It's-It while visiting the city's most famous culinary landmark. — various locations

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An upscale market known for its excellent curated selection of local San Francisco icons, including the full It's-It range. — NoPa

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Another great local market that stocks a wide variety of fresh, locally-baked sourdough every morning. — various locations

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For travelers visiting the Embarcadero, this is the most convenient place to find an It's-It. It is located inside the Ferry Building and is a great way to try this local staple without having to track down a neighborhood grocery store. — Embarcadero

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A historic neighborhood market that has been stocking It's-It for generations of local families. — Laurel Heights

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