🌿 Our Story · Since 1985

Made with Love
Since 1985

For over 40 years, La Cima has been crafting handmade paletas and ice cream with real fruit, organic dairy, and a whole lot of heart.

40+
Years of tradition
50+
Flavors & specialties
100%
Organic ingredients
★4.9
Customer rating
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1985
Est. Madison, WI

A Family Tradition Born in 1985

La Cima was founded in 1985 by the Rios family with a simple dream: to bring the authentic flavors of traditional Mexican paletas and ice cream to the heart of Wisconsin. What started as a small family operation has grown into a beloved community institution.

Every paleta is still made by hand, just as it was in the beginning. We source fresh, local fruit whenever possible and use organic dairy in all our creamy products. No artificial flavors, no shortcuts — just real ingredients and real care.

Today, La Cima serves thousands of happy customers every year, from families stopping by after school to couples celebrating special moments. Every bite carries 40 years of love and tradition.

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Our Values

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Organic & Natural

We source fresh, local fruit and organic dairy. No artificial colors, no preservatives — ever.

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Handcrafted Daily

Every paleta is made by hand, fresh every morning. No factories, no mass production.

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Family Tradition

Recipes passed down through generations, made with the same love as the very first batch.

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Community First

We celebrate your milestones — birthdays, quinceañeras, graduations — with you.

From Fruit to Paleta

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Fresh Sourcing

We select the freshest seasonal fruit from local farms every week.

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Natural Prep

Fruit is cleaned, cut and blended with organic ingredients — no additives.

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Handcrafted

Each paleta is poured and set by hand in our kitchen every morning.

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Served Fresh

Ready the same day — you can taste the freshness in every bite.

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Our Mission

To bring joy and authentic Mexican flavors to every family in Wisconsin — one handcrafted paleta at a time. We believe that real food, made with love, creates real memories.

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Our Vision

To be the most loved artisan ice cream destination in Wisconsin, known for our quality, our warmth, and our commitment to the community we serve.

Come Taste the Tradition

Visit us in Madison, Wisconsin and experience 40 years of handcrafted flavors.

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