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    Carvel

    4.1 (60 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Ordered bday cake showed pic of a previous cake we ordered before , told person that's what we want , been going here for at least 10 years , the person who took the order seem to write down on order how we wanted it , turns out the only thing he wrote customer will e mail a picture of previous cake , I sent pics of the cake apparently they didn't receive e mail , so went to pickup cake and guess what cake was awful just plain . Instead of calling customer to resend e mail !

    Chris A.

    I've been going to Carvel ice cream shops since I was a little kid. Regional chain that has a really cool ( sorry for the pun) story. They have both hard pack & soft serve ice cream. Shakes, malts, ice cream cakes, and a huge selection of other "to go & use at home" type products. I've been going to this location for years and the staff is great, and everything is always fresh. Located in a strip mall and easily accessible. The quality of Carvel's ice cream far exceeds hat other well known chain that "sounds like Fairy Bean". Not even close, Especially on the soft serve. Waaaayyyy better. Recently had a seasonal Pumpkin cheesecake sundae Dasher with carmel sauce and crunchies that was off the hook. The Strawberry Shortcake Sundae Dasher with layers of vanilla ice cream, strawberries and pound cake topped with whipped cream and strawberry drizzle is kind of special too. So if you just have a craving for a cold treat, want to stock the freezer at home with some good stuff, or need an excellent ice cream cake for any occasion, this is the place.

    Happy 17th!
    Dave L.

    This place was booming. It was happening. And it was organized! A good mix of customers who just had basic ice cream urges and then people like me who were there to pick up orders for parties. I ordered 2 cakes and they came out fantastic! Will definitely be back.

    Marissa P.

    We ordered our son's communion cake here (because that was the deal - he wears the suit, we let him pick what kind of cake, and he obviously chose ice cream cake). And I have to say, I was impressed! They did a fantastic job on the cake design! Came out really cute, better than I expected.

    Jaimie M.

    We walked in here on a Monday night at 9:30pm and the floors were soaked in water. We actually thought it flooded until we saw an employee trying to clean early so they could close the store. The customer ahead of us actually said something before we did and they ignored him. There was still 30 minutes before the store was supposed to close. Why are you mopping with people coming in with children? Are you looking for someone to get hurt? Along with the completely ridiculous floor situation, we decided to order and take it to go, until we found out that they were no longer serving soft serve ice cream. We were told there wasn't any more. No more soft serve ice cream at carvel? Anyhow- where is management with these children working in this place? Maybe start cleaning AFTER the store is closed so no one gets hurt. This is absurd. See pics below. We also took a video of the conditions where you really see how much water was on the floor because the pictures don't really capture the depth of water on the floor, but unfortunately I cannot post it to yelp.

    strawberry

    fast and most times friendly. good spot parking lot can be tough backing out when its busy

    Lia O.

    I ordered 2 containers of ice cream, 1 Carmel sea salt, the other raspberry. The container with the raspberry ice cream was not closed properly and the ice cream poured out and over into the paper bag like soup! I looked into the Carmel sea salt to find that it was less than half-filled!!! I paid full price for both. This was my very first experience with this store, and it will be my last. CAUTION: Ensure that the container given to you is NOT HALF FILLED WITH AIR!!!

    Sundae and carvalache
    Alexis A.

    I mean, let's be real, you gotta be real grinch to not LOVE carvel ice cream. From the sundaes to the cakes, I love having an old school carvel nearby. They do custom mixes of ice creams for the carvalanches and sundaes. No where is else is gonna let you create your own ice destiny the way they do here!

    Another fabulous creation by Carolyn!

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    Glad you and your son enjoyed it!

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    A few years late but thanks so much for the review!

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    6 years ago

    Long lines during COVID but they have the best cookie dough ice cream. Their ice cream cakes are way too expensive however imo.

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    Really glad to hear that feedback and hope you stop in again soon!

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    Best soft serve ice cream around, don't mess around with that Dairy Queen garbage and go here for the real deal

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    I've been going here for years now with my family best carvel out there everyone is super friendly and helpful I do recommended this place

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    It's been awhile but thank you for stopping by!

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    Thanks so much for the review, glad you enjoyed!

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    Iconic Coffee

    Iconic Coffee

    4.7
    (62 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    This coffee shop was perfectly curated for the remote worker! Friendly atmosphere and staff, and…read morethe owner may be the friendliest and most accommodating person in all of New Jersey! There are outlets at every table, and plenty of coat/bag hangers. The coffee was fantastic offering single origins and house blends for espresso.

    Stopped into Iconic Coffee for a quick pick me up and was pleasantly satisfied…read more The cafe is nicely decorated, is full of positive affirmations, has a fair amount of high-top tables, and a few regular tables. The Manager/owner went above and beyond to make us comfortable, was genuinely happy to create our selections, and added to the enjoyment of the visit. The beverage items were: Iced Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso (Espresso swirled with brown sugar, cinnamon, and milk). I really enjoyed this beverage. It was served in a large glass and the presentation was appealing. It showed the flavorful espresso at the bottom 1/4 of the glass and after mixing it all together.....wow! The next choice was the Mocha Latte, with slim milk. The only thing I'll mention about this drink was, that it was the best they've ever had, annnnnnnnd they've had a lot of them. Thank you, Iconic Coffee, for creating a business with a welcoming atmosphere and a relaxing ambience. I'll happily return and will gladly spread the word. :-)

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    Yogurt parfait with fruit, dragonfruit mixed juice with ginger
    Yogurt parfait with fruit, dragonfruit mixed juice with ginger
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    Hey Yogurt

    Hey Yogurt

    4.8
    (17 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    While driving around our neighborhood, we caught sight of this new yogurt spot and ducked in to…read moregive it a try. The space is small but cheerful, and the menu has a lot going for it. The namesake yogurt drinks are front and center, but there are bingsoo versions (based on the Korean shaved ice dessert) and delectable looking desserts on the menu. For those new to yogurt drinks or the Hey Yogurt chain, I can approximate descriptions of the taste by comparing it to kefir or fruity yogurt, but this is truly its own thing - tart, tangy, and luscious. After my first sip (and the four more that I compulsively took after that, because it's pretty addictive), I found myself telling my husband, "It's such a happy tasting drink." There's some level of customization available. For instance, the strawberry yogurt drink we got was at half sweetness and there was an option to add more strawberries for an added surcharge. The half sweetness level was best for us, but the hardest part about coming here for the first time is trying to figure out what your version of a perfect drink might be. There are a few narrow benches around the perimeter of the lobby space, which are probably a better fit for waiting and/or having a beverage than for having a full on dessert. A posted sign recommended bingsoo customers eating their desserts immediately for optimal flavor, but there aren't any tables to comfortably sit and enjoy. That said, the people are incredibly nice. While my husband and I enjoyed our drink, the guy at the counter overheard us chatting about the desserts and offered to show us some of their selections. This is Main Street on Hackensack, so the ease of finding parking will be subject to however many (paid) street parking spots are available (and I usually have to drive around at least a few minutes before finding one).

    Writing as I took my first sip and fell in LOVE! First of all picking it up was a lovely…read moreinteraction, the man there was so kind, wiping the cups for me before handing them to me, smiling the entire time. Tastes light and refreshing, reminds me of a tart frozen yogurt but a smoothie form. I recommend the matcha mango! And the cups are just too cute. :)

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    Bench seating
    Francy’s Artisanal Ice Cream

    Francy’s Artisanal Ice Cream

    4.6
    (126 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $$

    Delicious Asian style, premium flavors. Have been here a few times now and it's always hard to pick…read morewhich flavor. My wife liked the Ube and fruity flavors the most. Not a huge place so there's some bench seating, but not s place to hang with a large group as it can get crowded and busy! Really good ice cream and a change of pace from the normal traditional flavors.

    AAPI month just ended, but this place is throwing it down! Filipino-pride runs through this…read morebusiness, and you can taste it in the quality and care of their ice creams! Francy's seems to be in their "viral" era still --- and for good reason. Upon entering, I saw a good number of people in the shoppe, and a plethora of traditional flavors --- and then the "inspired" flavors. Check my menu photo to see their options. For myself, I got the half/half --- which is two small scoops that comes out to 8 dollars and change (a bit PRICEY but I get it). For my two flavors, I got the Mango Graham and the Dubai Chocolate. Mango Graham is inspired by the Filipino dessert, Mango Float and it was delicious! Icy, creamy, fresh-tasting, and with that bit of graham --- it hit all the notes. The Dubai was amazing as well --- all those little chuck of the kataifi going through it. It wasn't "pistachio" foreword, which I appreciated. It was a delicate combo of pistachio and chocolate. Totally get what the hype is for. Even if you on the fence, try Francy's simply out of curiosity. You won't be disappointed.

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    Yuzu passionfruit and white chocolate, ube and cheese, and milo crunch (triple)
    Yuzu passionfruit and white chocolate, ube and cheese, and milo crunch (triple)
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    Bogota Press Cafe

    Bogota Press Cafe

    4.5
    (111 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    I have been to Bogota Press Cafe two times so far. Both times the food and service were good. I…read morelove their sandwiches and coffee as well. They use good quality local bread from Balthazaar. Love to order their BP wake up Sandwich without meat snd I ask to add arugula. Another sandwich is Rise and Shine. The place is part-of a residential building.

    This cafe is such a gem. It's owned by the sweetest Korean couple who clearly care so much about…read morewhat they do; from how spotless the space always is to the quality of every single food and drink item they serve. All of their sandwiches and salads are made to order, super fresh, and thoughtfully put together, and the coffee is consistently on point every time I come in. One of my favorite things about this place is how great it is for working. There are tons of outlets, plenty of seating, and a calm, welcoming vibe that makes it easy to settle in for a few hours. It's also dog-friendly, which I absolutely love (I come here at least once a week with my dog, and they're always so accommodating and kind). The staff is genuinely friendly, there's a large parking lot (which is a huge plus), and they always have fun seasonal items to look forward to. You can really feel the care and intention behind this place. Highly recommend making this part of your weekly cafe rotation.

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    The BP Wake-Up (Must Have!) It's the same as "The Hangover" but with a Hashbrown *insert eye-heart Emoji*
    The BP Wake-Up (Must Have!) It's the same as "The Hangover" but with a Hashbrown *insert eye-heart Emoji*
    Iced Banana Coconut Latte -- didn't expect it to actually be yellow!

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    Iced Banana Coconut Latte -- didn't expect it to actually be yellow!
    Bonanza Colombian Delights

    Bonanza Colombian Delights

    3.7
    (90 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    I can't believe I'm just visiting this place!! LOVE good Colombian food and this one hits it right…read moreon the nail (is that even a phrase)? Anyway, came here on a weekday afternoon and wasn't busy at all- that's not to say that the food/bakery wasn't good. It was AMAZING. I got the lunch special which was chicken soup with breaded filet, salad and rice for $12.99. WHAT! And that portion was BIG as you can see from the pictures. Our server was attentive and got us whatever we needed almost right away! My breaded filet came out delicious. Perfect amount of crispy where it's not overdone and it wasn't drenched in any sauce that made the filet soggy. The house salad was simple yet flavorful and that chicken noodle soup was SO hearty that I wanted to go in the kitchen and scoop myself more. The place is big and bright and clean. Bakery on one side of the restaurant for quick take out and restaurant to the right. There's street parking but there's also parking in the back where the giant farmer market is, but it can be a busy lot. I came back here again with my husband another day and had another lunch special which was grilled chicken with mushroom sauce and my husband had a 16oz churrasco, all cooked to perfection. We got some bakery goods to go and we can't wait to have them later. Highly recommend this place!!

    I had a disappointing experience at Binanza. I ordered a chorizo and à chicharrón, typical…read moreColombian place that are supposed to come with lemon slices , but to my surprise, they charged me extra for them. When I asked about it, the staff just shrugged it off. For a place that charges premium prices, this kind of nickel-and-diming is a big letdown. I won't be returning

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    Pandebono
    Pandebono
    Bonanza Colombian Delights

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    Carvel - icecream - Updated June 2026

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