Vallesana

by Ann Lemons, Joe Pollack


Is it possible that the most exciting frozen dessert in town can be found on Cherokee Street? There's strong evidence at La Vallesana, and a selection of dishes leading up to that dessert also a reason to visit. We were there on one of the many pleasant evenings recently, stopping at La Vallesana, in an old frozen custard stand at the corner of Cherokee and California streets. There's outdoor seating, with servers, plus a busy take-out counter and a few stools and a shelf inside. The lovely weather took us to a table outside, with a view of the mural on the wall and a good location to watch the world stroll by.