Helados El Güero — Family-Owned Mexican Ice Cream & Antojitos in Council Bluffs, Iowa
Hours
Mon–Thu, Sun: 12PM–9PM
Fri–Sat: 12PM–10PM
Location
620 South Main Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
Contact
(712) 309-0004 • Email: TBD
Our Menu
Everything made fresh, in-house, every day. Prices and flavors may vary seasonally.
Paletas
Handmade Mexican popsicles.
Fruit Paleta
Fresh fruit, water-based, dairy-free.
$3.00
Cream Paleta
Rich, milk-based classic flavors.
$3.00
Helados
Scoopable ice cream, made in-house.
Helado (Small)
Small cup, house-made ice cream.
$3.50
Helado (Regular)
Regular cup, choice of flavors.
$5.50
Helado (Large)
Large cup, extra scoops.
$6.00
Cone (Small)
Small scoop on a crisp waffle cone.
$3.00
Cone (Large)
Large scoop on a crisp waffle cone.
$5.00
Helados Especiales
Novelty and specialty ice cream shapes.
3D Mango
Hand-shaped mango ice cream sculpture.
$6.00
3D Peach
Hand-shaped peach ice cream sculpture.
$6.00
Rolled Helado
Thai-style rolled ice cream, made fresh to order.
$7.00
Soccer Ball
Ice cream shaped and decorated like a soccer ball.
$6.00
MX Chip
Mexican chocolate chip ice cream.
$5.00
Bebidas
Cool, refreshing drinks and mangonadas.
Agua Fresca (Regular)
Rotating flavors, made fresh daily.
$3.50
Agua Fresca (Large)
Rotating flavors, made fresh daily — large.
$5.00
Agua Preparada
Fruit-prepared water, made to order.
$9.00
Mangonada
Mango, chamoy, tajín, tamarindo straw.
$8.00
Mangonona
Our biggest mangonada, made to share.
$12.00
Maranadas
House specialty fruit and chamoy blend.
$9.00
Chamoyada
Icy chamoy treat with seasonal fruit.
$6.50
Antojitos
Traditional Mexican street snacks, made to order.
Esquite (Regular)
Warm corn, mayo, cotija, chile, lime.
$5.00
Esquite (Large)
Warm corn, mayo, cotija, chile, lime — large.
$8.00
Elote
Grilled corn on the cob, classic toppings.
$4.00
Elote Fuego
Grilled corn on the cob, extra spicy.
$6.00
Fresas & Postres
The internet-famous treats and other sweets, made our way.
Fresas Con Crema (Regular)
Strawberries with sweet cream and condensed milk.
$9.00
Fresas Con Crema (Small)
Strawberries with sweet cream and condensed milk — small.
$5.00
Dubai Strawberries
Chocolate-dipped strawberries with pistachio kunafa.
$10.00
Smores Strawberries
Chocolate-dipped strawberries with graham crumble and toasted marshmallow.
$12.00
Fresona
Jumbo stuffed strawberry dessert.
$10.00
Fruta Special
Chef's special fruit cup.
$4.00
Frutas Del Dia
Fruit of the day — ask what's fresh.
$8.00
Mini Pancakes
Bite-sized pancakes with toppings.
$10.00
Gansito Helado
Ice cream inspired by the classic Gansito snack cake — chocolate, strawberry, sprinkles.
$6.50
Locos
Loaded chip and snack combos, piled high.
DoriLoco Cueritos
Doritos loaded with cueritos, fruit, and chamoy.
$11.00
TostiLoco Cueritos
Tostitos loaded with cueritos, fruit, and chamoy.
$11.00
TostiEsquiete
Tostitos loaded with esquites.
$11.00
Chicharrines
Crispy pork rind chips.
$3.00
Grape Lokas
Chamoy-coated grapes with tajín.
$8.00
Pepino Loco
Loaded spicy cucumber with chamoy and tajín.
$12.00
Maruchan Loka
Instant ramen loaded with chamoy, lime, and chile.
$12.00
Maruchan Loka (Elote Only)
Instant ramen loaded with corn only.
$8.00
Order for Delivery
Can't make it in? Order Helados El Güero through DoorDash or Grubhub.
Our Story
Helados El Güero started with one family, one cart, and recipes passed down for generations. Today we're still family-run — same recipes, same care, now with a home of our own in Council Bluffs.
How We Started
Two brothers, Alan and Victor, bought this building — once home to Isaac Arriaga's grocery store — to keep its community spirit alive. They opened La Carreta Rosa first, then Helados El Güero, carrying on Mexican culture and tradition for a new generation.
Made With Family Recipes
Helados El Güero opened its doors on July 18, 2026, with a celebration to match the occasion. Alan and Victor's family came together for the ribbon cutting, with live music playing well into the evening.
More Than Ice Cream
Alan makes every batch of ice cream himself, using a recipe passed down through his family. Sharing it with the Council Bluffs community is his passion — a labor of love in every scoop.
Our Vision
Our vision is to serve the community we grew up in and share the beauty of Mexican culture with everyone here — with discounts for CB teachers, CB students, and CB school alumni as a small way of giving back.
Find Us
620 South Main Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
Mon–Thu, Sun: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Fri–Sat: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Leave a Review
A few words from people who've already stopped by.
— Max A.
“Had an awesome experience here! The ice cream was fresh, delicious, and there were plenty of great options to choose from.”
★★★★★
— Jen H.
“Best place in town! You can grab a meal at his family's restaurant next door and get ice cream right after.”
★★★★★
— Renee K.
“Fruit paletas are so fresh you can taste the difference — my go-to on hot days.”
★★★★★
— trippmillikan
“Ice cream is authentic and tastes great! Good environment and kid-friendly.”
★★★★★
— R. Ortega
“Absolutely delicious! Customer service is exceptional — 10/10 all around.”
★★★★★
— Carlos V.
“The helado cup with two scoops is the perfect size — never leaves you overstuffed.”
★★★★★
— Jennifer R.
“Really good service — the food was great, the Dubai strawberries were good, and the Maruchan Loka was yummy!”
★★★★★
— Ashley S.
“It's so delicious for a good price, and their customer service is amazing.”
★★★★★
— Natalie W.
“Tostilocos here put every gas-station version to shame — packed with fresh fruit and chamoy.”
★★★★☆
— Carlos A.
“Absolutely love this place! You can tell right away it's a true family-owned business where they genuinely care about their customers.”
★★★★★
— Maria R.
“Great service — the strawberries and cream were delicious, especially the ones from Dubai.”
★★★★★
— Hannah S.
“Every visit feels personal. You're not just a customer, you're part of the family.”
★★★★★
— Victor C.
“Beautiful establishment, and even tastier ice cream — right next door to an amazing restaurant!”
★★★★★
— Ill Boy
“Without a doubt the best ice cream in Iowa! Everything is made fresh to order.”
★★★★★
— Diego M.
“Chamoyada hits different on a summer afternoon — icy, spicy, and perfectly balanced.”
★★★★★
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