Van Dyk's is one of those classic summer traditions for my family. We usually make a few trips here…read moreevery summer, and it's easy to see why people keep coming back. Their homemade ice cream is delicious, and they offer a huge variety of flavors. We stopped by on a Friday afternoon and lucked out--it wasn't crowded yet. If you've ever been here during peak summer hours, you know that's a rarity. This place is a local favorite, and long lines are pretty common later in the day. I was really hoping to get my favorite, Bailey's Cream, but they were sold out. That's one thing to keep in mind: while they have a ton of flavors, they aren't always all available. I ended up ordering the Black Raspberry Chip with free rainbow sprinkles (my go-to), and it definitely hit the spot. Someone in our group got a milkshake and absolutely loved it, while another ordered the Cappuccino Oreo and enjoyed it as well. Portion sizes: A single scoop (their small) is surprisingly large. With prices having increased over the years, I'd love to see a smaller, more affordable option for those times when I just want a little ice cream. I also wish they'd let you choose two flavors in a small cup instead of requiring a double scoop (medium) if you want to mix flavors. A few things to know before you go: Van Dyk's is cash only, although they do have an ATM inside if you need it. The shop itself is very small, with no indoor seating or restrooms. There are only a few places to sit outside, so most people end up standing around or grabbing a spot on the small wall. Parking can also be a bit of a headache. The lot gets hectic, especially when they're busy, and better signage would definitely help. We've found it's often easier to park on a nearby side street and walk over. Even when the line is long, the staff does a great job keeping things moving. One employee usually takes care of an entire group from start to finish, which helps keep the ordering process efficient. Everyone we've interacted with has always been friendly and helpful. Even with the cash-only policy, limited seating, and hectic parking, Van Dyk's is still one of our family's favorite summer traditions. The homemade ice cream keeps us coming back year after year, and hopefully next time they'll have my favorite ice cream, Bailey's Cream, in stock.

- Bright interior where you order your treats before exiting through a separate door; slight…read morelingering milk scent inside - Wide variety of flavors, with very generous portions - Creamy, rich ice cream with solid flavor depth - Friendly, efficient service; staff kindly provided cups and spoons for our overflowing two-scoop cones - Small private parking lot that fills up quickly, especially on a hot Sunday evening - No formal seating, but there's space to relax on the stone ledge outside - Cash only

Conrad's Confectionery 107 Westwood Ave…read more Westwood, NJ 07675 Sea Turtle Ice Cream Take a trip back to the 1950s when you dine inside this retro ice cream parlor. You'll feel like Marty McFly as he walked into Lou's Cafe. The homemade ice cream had bits and pieces of chopped turtle candy. Between the atmosphere and the dessert selection, you'll feel like a baby boomer. #conrads #conradsconfectionery #icecreamparlor #seaturtleicecream

Been very disappointed the past few times I've been here. Ice cream is very overpriced and…read moreoverrated for what it is. But always a long line so I guess people like it Very stingy on the add-ins for their flavored ice creams. Throwing a single Oreo in a vat of vanilla ice cream does not count as Cookies and Cream. Also the older lady at the front is not very friendly at all.

I visited Cake & Cone off of a strong recommendation from my brother. Unfortunately, my experience…read morewas very mid. I ordered a hard shell birthday cake cone and my girlfriend got a cookies & cream shake. The hard shell tasted pretty good but the ice cream inside was already melting when it was given to me. It made for a very messy time and I couldn't enjoy it the way I should have. My girlfriend's shake was ok but the oreo pieces were way too big. The shake was more like a McFlurry or Blizzard rather than a shake. It still tasted great, but if you order a shake you should get a shake. A friend ordered fried Oreos and they were fantastic. I'd definitely get these again. My brother told me their fried Nutter Butters are even better. Service was average as were the prices. My experience wasn't bad enough to completely turn me away, but next time I'll have to try some other things on their menu.

Cake and cone is a great ice cream place. They have a wide variety of options! The people behind…read morethe counter are always very nice to me when I'm there. Super good treat on a hot day, even if it's not hot out.

One of my fave ice cream places. Cash only which works since their prices are super reasonable…read more Love my chocolate ice cream in a waffle cone with rainbow sprinkles.

this place is definitely a hidden gem in town. The ice cream is super creamy, not icy at all, and…read morethe flavors taste fresh -- you can tell it's good quality. Service was amazing

Came here a few times. The service is pretty good, place is small but kept clean. The matcha soft…read moreserve is great.

This place looked so promising and perhaps I selected wrong...but the service was wretched. The…read moreSunday 6:30pm gal looked pretty miserable and her attitude matched. I bought a Hojicha Latte and it was so bland. My husband ordered the matcha taro latte and it was clumpy. I don't know if it was the person making it or if this is the norm, but truly disappointing.

The last scene of the Soprano's TV show probably brought you here. But the food is legit good and…read morethe atmosphere is cozy (but busy). The booth makes you feel like a made man! The prices are not cheap, given the small portion size of most menu entrees. However all the food was tasty, and the onion rings are exceptional! The ice cream sundaes are a fun throw back. We had a short wait, about 5 minutes, but it seems to get crowded and has a lot of kids. Just be aware that you won't be reliving Tony's tense final scene due to the crowds.

Lot of heart and history in this tiny joint!! The service is great, and the ice cream even better…read more I need to sit down for a burger of BLT soon. I had a sundae, it was delicious. I love the ice cream here. Classic spot with a booth dedicated to the iconic Sopranos. A staple for any tourist who has seen the show, come get some ice cream here and you won't be disappointed!! I loved my ice cream from here. Always have since my sister first took me here! Ice cream is delicious, rich creamy and flavorful. Special flavors rotate. Always a classic nostalgic feel. The whipped cream comes from what looks like a soda gun!! Get the whipped cream!!

One of the best tasting gelatos outside of Italy- I had the pistachio- my friend had the nocciola…read more(hazelnut) so creamy with intense flavor. They were brewing fresh espresso that smelled fantastic. It's a very casual place- a few small tables- pay at the counter. Very old school vibe- A modest sign out front. They were very friendly and welcoming. They had some outside seating- which was great- It's not fancy- but been in business over 25 years so they're doing something right! We didn't try the pastries- yet! But they looked so tempting in that display case and they had all the classics- napoleons, tiramisu, eclairs, etc... we are definitely stopping back!

- Ice cream was good ! Refreshing after a Chinese meal right next door. It was pushing 90F so it…read morewas a nice cold treat. - Service was fast, no lines. - Place also served other desserts such as pastries and cannolis and eclairs, but the ice cream was enough for me.

PROS: This is the best tasting ice cream I've ever had! This is hand made ice cream and I can…read moreeasily taste the difference. Place is clean, spacious, staff is friendly, loads of seating, menu variety plentiful, prices are fair, and it's in a good location CONS: Hardly any parking. it takes nine years to find paid street parking OVERALL: I'm recommending this joint to all my friends. This is absolutely a hidden gem

Came here based on the yelp reviews. It's a nice little ice cream shop with a variety of seating…read moretypes and areas. There's street parking and a lot at the end of the street. Unfortunately, we were a bit disappointed. The person behind the counter was on the phone the entire time and honestly not really paying attention to us. The ice cream looked like it had been sitting out for awhile, and they had run out of several flavors, like mango and pistachio. And the bubble waffle machine was broken. There were some unique flavors of ice cream such as strawberry lychee and fruit blossom (guava orange passion fruit), but they tasted a little weird - like maybe these fruits were just not supposed to go together. The kids liked their chocolate though.

This was by far my favorite roll ice cream place because they were generous with the extras. The…read moreNutella was ample and tasted amazing thick and partially frozen with the rolls. The strawberry Nutella banana was excellent!

After wandering around Montclair on a warm spring day, I decided I needed a treat, so I stopped…read moreinto Absolute Zero. Now I'm almost ashamed to admit that although rolled ice cream has been a thing for quite some time now, this was my first time trying it. The shop itself was a decent size with a few tables and chairs. When I arrived, there was a bit of a line, but it moved pretty fast. They had a system going...they took a few orders and then made the orders. When it was my turn to order, I got the strawberry shortcake without the sauce on it. The ice cream was tasty and was just what I needed at the time.

When you just have to have it, you have to go to Curley's the flurries are the best The workers are…read morevery nice.

Riverdale, NJ - it's spring and almost summer which means it's time for ice cream!…read more Located just off the northbound side of route NJ-23, next to a car wash and a Shell gas station, Curly's is a family-owned ice cream shop (three generations an counting) that exudes old school nostalgia and vintage quaintness. I can picture Richie Cunningham, the Fonz and the gang roll up in a Chevy Bel Air after class, their friends working the counter. The ice cream is homemade, and in addition to the classic flavors, there are more interesting creations such as Aztec chocolate, banana Oreo, raspberry cheesecake, cannoli cream, coconut, maple walnut, and seasonal flavors such as apple pie, pumpkin, candy cane, etc. While the ice cream is creamy, the flavor is not as strong or distinctive as I like. It gets busy in the summer, and even in nice weather like an unusually warm last March weekend, the parking lot was filling up, to my surprise. It's not obvious from the front, but there are some picnic tables behind the ice cream shack for seating.