Amidst the crowded world of ice cream shops, White Lyon stands out as a delightful destination, perfecting the art of pairing handcrafted ice cream with freshly baked cookies. Located at 1973 Foothill Pkwy Suite 114 in Corona, California, this local gem offers a cozy yet modern ambiance with playful murals and a welcoming ‘Desserts That Bring Joy’ sign. From classic favorites to adventurous new flavors, each treat at White Lyon is thoughtfully crafted to achieve that ideal balance—not overly sweet but undeniably satisfying. The seats there are unique, enjoyable, and perfect for enjoying your treats with friends or family. All the workers looked like they enjoyed their jobs and were very friendly.
I had the pleasure of meeting and interviewing Christian White, one of the founders of White Lyon, a combination of his and his business partner, Justin Lyon’s last names. He reminisced about how his grandfather had a business when he came to the United States from Denmark. He sold Danish treats to Danish immigrants. Mr. White was inspired by him and thought that it was a great idea to start a little dessert business, especially since he’s a dessert fanatic and a serial entrepreneur.
Not only do they serve ice cream and cookies, but they also serve happiness and smiles! According to Mr. White, that’s the best part about owning an ice cream shop: watching customers walk in and brighten their day with the aroma of sweet treats. And, of course, there’s the perk of enjoying ice cream and cookies whenever you desire! They have over 80 flavors and select classic or unique flavors based on the seasons, celebrations, and personal tastes per month. If you’re new, one of his recommendations is the BFF Best Friends Forever, a warm cookie with ice cream on top that goes great with a glass of milk. It’s just the perfect touch, and it feels like you’re “going to heaven.” They also have a secret menu item called the “Afterparty.” It’s a delicious combination; instead of four scoops, they give you six big scoops of ice cream, which is fun if you’re hanging out with friends or family. That’s why they have bigger tables, so more people can share it and party on!
I had to try their seasonal ice cream flavors with Halloween almost here. I got their party pack and tried the Halloween-exclusive Flying Purple People Eater (ube flavor), Smashing Pumpkin Spice, Carnival Cloud (cotton candy), and the Southern Buttah Pecan. The Purple People Eater ice cream is one of the best ube ice creams I’ve ever had–creamy with a perfectly balanced ube taste.
These four ice cream flavors were perfect for me as a sweet tooth! The Smashing Pumpkin Spice ice cream was cinnamony and perfectly sweet. I can taste the essence of the Fall season in a single scoop! Their Butter Pecan is the best I’ve ever had, with a rich, buttery pecan flavor and a smooth but crunchy texture. Finally, the Carnival Cloud was whimsical and brings back childhood memories of fairs and amusement parks.
My experience was fantastic and won’t end there. The vibrancy of the shop adds to the fun and fantastical theme that brightened my mood. Next time, I’m going to go for the cookies! If you haven’t visited yet, I highly recommend White Lyon! The silky, sweet ice cream is perfect for any day. Whether it’s a hot summer night or a chilly winter morning, they always have their best flavors ready for you to enjoy.
