I had wanted to check this place out as just a local landmark, so when I finally got around to it, I was very satisfied by the quality of the ice cream and the old fashioned vibes. There's a counter as well as booths. You can get some candy or ice cream to go as well as get some quick bites and of course, ice cream. I wanted to start with something standard to see how they did it and got a pineapple sundae with vanilla ice cream. The whipped cream and cherry on top made it adorable, and the ice cream was creamy and very vanilla. The wet walnut sundae also paired well with it. Both were just overflowing right out of the dish. Even though it's simple, it wasn't basic. We were served quickly and with pretty and tasty desserts. I admire the local history captured in photos. There is plenty of street parking nearby. The old school vibe is missed in a lot of places, so it's nice to sit down, relax, and just have a splendid treat. read more

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Extremely excited to try this place because of its historical significance and allure it has had in Jersey for many years. The tribute to the sopranos is on point too. I made the mistake of not getting ice cream so I can't share on that even though people I was with said it was incredible. I know that the ice cream is the star of the show. Got the classic cheese burger, it was great. You really feel like you are in the past with this place but in a good way honestly. Awesome place you'll need to go to in Jersey, the staff was grumpy and fighting the whole time but whatever lol read more

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Old school place takes me back to being a kid. We loved the Sundaes and the old school service. Very cool vibes and the service was good. Definitely with a trip on time Fyi Soprano last episode was there not that I care but cool for them. read more

First time here, and although I'm allergic to dairy I am a sucker for ice cream and when my friend said it was the best, I knew I had to try it out and suffer the consequences later. Spoiler - I suffered. But it was worth it! Such a cute spot, it gave small town vibes with a young staff that was nice and happy to help. As a first timer I tried just plain vanilla, my theory was if you can do basic well then you must be good. Well they passed the test. Best texture in the ice cream, just how I appreciate it. Definitely will be back to try other flavors. While we were there someone ordered a burger and fries, and I noticed that they have crinkle fries, which are my absolute favorites, so I will definitely be back to try food as well. read more

Holsten's - Sundaes - Two bowls of ice cream sundaes topped with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, and various toppings are positioned on a counter at Holsten's, a nostalgic ice cream parlor. The background features a menu, a Christmas wreath, and the interior decor of the establishment, including ceiling tiles and lighting fixtures. - Candy Stores Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

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Stopped by 2x since we live close by and had good experiences both times! The young servers working do their best and are very nice. We've ordered banana split, ice cream soda floats, the house special (2 burgers) and onion rings to share. They have a cute dining area or bar seats - the old time feel is very nostalgic! Soprano lovers will enjoy stopping in... would recommend at least 1x! read more

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Ordered: House Special Burgers w Cheese (~$19): two hamburgers, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and French fries Onion Rings (~$7) Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Milkshake (~$8) Aya's take: A New Jersey institution! I've had this place on my list after watching The Sopranos for the first time last year. I assumed Holsten's was a typical old school, classic-style diner with an ice cream parlor but I didn't expect to actually like it as much as I did! The House Special Burgers w Cheese is great to split among two people! You each get a burger and split the French fries. The burger itself is pretty simple yet solid. The burgers were seasoned, it was filling, and the buns were warm & soft. They included all the classics toppings you would expect. The French fries and the Onion Rings were fried perfectly! Crispy, golden-brown, and the perfect companion to the burger. Considering they're known for their ice cream, we also got the Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Milkshake which was a nice sweet treat to end on. Not only did we have a good meal but it was great to dine in the location where one of the best scenes in TV history took place. Highly recommend! read more

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THE GOOD ---------------- + Food here is surprisingly EXCELLENT! ++++ Bacon Cheeseburger Deluxe was good. Burger was as simple as it gets, but patty was cooked perfectly medium and pretty juicy. Fries were crinkle cut and crispy. ++++ Grilled Cheese was a very simple and solid typical grilled cheese sandwich. Not spectacular or fancy in any way, but what you would expect. ++++ Side of Onion Rings (must get if you're a fan of the Sopranos!!!) were super crispy, hot and fresh. A bit on the oily side, but I'm sure it's exactly how Tony Soprano liked it. ++++ Orange Fizz tasted like a creamsicle soda with ice cream - refreshing and definitely for creamsicle lovers. ++++ Brownie Sundae with Coffee Chip and Rum Raisin ice cream and Small Sundae with Black Raspberry ice cream and Strawberries were as good as it gets when it comes to ice cream. They hit the spot and, oh yeah, they come with whipped cream and a cherry on top! + Restaurant/ice cream parlor has a super nostalgic feel inside - barstool counter seating towards the front and booths towards the back. ++++ They sell all sorts of candies and chocolate in the front. ++++ Booth where the last scene of The Sopranos show was filmed is marked off with a plaque and ANYONE can actually sit there as it's first come, first serve. + The outside of the establishment is very unassuming on the corner of a busy street. + Service was solid throughout our meal - food came out fairly quickly. THE NOT SO GOOD ---------------------------- - There is no visible parking lot so you have to park on the street outside. MIXED THOUGHTS --------------------------- = Nada. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = Restaurant was busy, but there were always open booths throughout our lunch on a Saturday at 12:15 - 2:00 PM. = A lot of the customers were clearly fans of The Sopranos as they observed odes to the show on the wall. = THE booth where the final scene of The Sopranos was filmed was constantly occupied by customers - some even moving their stuff into that booth after prior occupiers of it had left. CONCLUSION -------------------- = We didn't expect much of the food, but it was surprisingly very good! (And I'm not saying that just because the spot has a connection with a very special TV show) We definitely came for the ice cream and for the experience of dining at an iconic film location for an iconic TV show, but we left pleasantly satisfied with our lunch. As a huge fan of The Sopranos, who actually watched the final episode air live on HBO in 2007, it was definitely a nice treat to immerse myself into a part of TV history. read more

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- Old-school, classic diner/candy shop/ice cream parlor vibe: counter seating up front across from the candy display, cozy booths in the back, and Ty plushies scattered throughout the space - Not too busy on the Friday after Christmas; a few out-of-town diners seemed especially excited to sit in Tony's booth - Service could've been warmer--our waitress felt a bit disinterested and was sometimes hard to flag down, even though the restaurant never got very busy - Menu is on the smaller side, focusing on basics like burgers, sandwiches, eggs/omelets, with fries and onion rings as sides - Food was surprisingly good overall: burgers were juicy but slightly rare for a medium; fries were crispy outside and soft inside; onion rings were fresh and piping hot but a bit greasy; kiddos were happy with the grilled cheese--toasted white filled with warm, gooey cheese; orange fizz tasted like a creamsicle and was very refreshing - Desserts were very generous: the small strawberry sundae with black raspberry ice cream was big enough for our family of four to share, yet we still tried the brownie sundae--which was enormous, featuring two warm, rich brownie squares pairing perfectly with the coffee chip and the rum raisin ice cream read more

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Parallel parking across the street was a tad difficult due to the remaining snow and finding an available spot. There were four of us in our party and we were able to grab a booth in the back. The restaurant was clean and busy. We ordered some onion rings for the table while we looked at our menus. I got an egg cream and my wife got a strawberry milkshake. Both were well made and tasty. I got a couple of hot dogs with some spicy brown mustard while the rest of the group all ordered various burgers. The wait staff was attentive and pleasant. They have a little counter where you can buy gi read more

Holsten's - Outside View - Candy Stores Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

Did a very "Jersey" thing today and drove into Bloomfield to finally try Holsten's. They were recently ranked by NJ.com as the #1 ice cream place in NJ. The ice cream was good, but I humbly disagree with the ranking. Absolutely loved the ambiance of the place - very old school soda shop feel (this was where the final Sopranos scene ended) and the service was super friendly and quick. When it feels like 100+ outside an air conditioned ice cream place really can't be wrong. I had a scoop of Chocolate chocolate chip, Wifey had Black raspberry chip, and my son had Mint Oreo fudge. I was really glad we finally came here and checked the box. If I was in the area again I'd stop in for another flavor for sure. read more

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There's nothing more New Jersey then sitting at a booth in Holstens. My mom grew up in Clifton, NJ and was a regular at Holsten's as a child and teenager. So when I say this place gives nostalgia, I mean it on a personal level. You don't have to have family from the area to feel nostalgic when you step into Holsten's, though. The entire vibe gives old-school 80's diner, from the decorations, to the menu, and even the prices! The entire place is always buzzing with Soprano's fans and they really play it up with pictures of the Soprano's throughout the restaurant (wish they kept the booth from the final scene though, they recently auctioned it off). I love coming here just to go back in time and sit where my mom sat 50 years ago as a young girl. The food, while decently priced, is just your average diner food. They have burgers, hot dogs, onion rings, fries, etc. Their desert menu, however, is really fun. I love getting a root-beer float, or a giant sunday, and sitting at the counter when I come here. I also love the old fashioned desert items they still offer, like egg cream (this was my mom's favorite growing up). They usually serve up everything pretty quickly and there is always seating available at the counter. I never really come to Holstens for the food though, although it isn't bad. It's more about being transported through time and having a really fun evening, which this place is guaranteed to deliver. read more

Holsten's - Root-beer float! - Candy Stores Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

We ordered their onion rings for lunch since they were likely Tony Soprano's last meal, and we sat in the Soprano's booth. I sat where James Gandolfini once sat. I was definitely stoked. Now, the show left you with the impression that it is a very short distance between that booth and the door. The booth is very far away from the front door. It is a very long building. I still recall Tony's point of view in the final moments each time the door opens. Apart from the distance, you still have a good line of sight. Next, the restroom is at 3 o'clock at the booth, and if you've watched that episode, the Men's restroom is not where it is in the show. That is the Women's restroom; I almost made that mistake. Still, the space between the restroom and the Soprano's booth is small--I measured it at five feet. When you exit the restroom, it becomes self-evident that Members Only would have a perfect opportunity where Tony sits because the first thing you see is Tony's side of the booth. He would have been oblivious since I didn't notice who was coming out until they swung in front of me. Also, don't hesitate to purchase chocolates and other sweets. We made sure to pick up several bags after we finished our lunch. Holsten's is filled with plenty of comfort foods and desserts. As for the staff, everyone was hospitable and smiled often, and the restaurant was clean, too. Zero issues. I don't know why they automatically knew we were fans of the TV show, but they knew. My pulling out a measuring tape may have something to do with it, but I'm unsure. You have to parallel park, but it didn't take me three attempts if I can with an SUV. There were plenty of spaces, but it was lunchtime; I suspect dinner might be more challenging to find an open spot. The table had a little tabletop jukebox, which didn't work. LOL, it was all part of the show. When my family was growing up in the 1950s-1970s, those jukebox boxes played the front and back of 45rpm records. Some of the songs on that particular jukebox were "I'm Alive," "Only the Strong Survive," and "Turn, Turn, Turn." Oddly enough, the jukebox did not have "Don't Stop Believin," it was the only booth with a jukebox; again, it was only included for the final Soprano episode. read more

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Came here after a late dinner and this place is one of the only dessert places open late around the area. I don't think they were too happy when my friend and I came in since they were cleaning up and ready to close. But they served us with a smile and were patient with me since it was my first time coming in. I'm glad I found this place. Once you walk in, it has an old school ice cream parlor vibe. They have counter seats and dine in area in the back with a candy shop as well. I got the hot fudge sundae ($7 - small) with vanilla ice cream. It was solid, no pun intended, and the hot fudge was really good. Homemade everything. I noticed they also serve food so I'll def have to try that out when I'm around the area again. I highly recommend this spot if you want ice cream especially late at night. * street parking read more

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It's a Jersey thing, if you're not a fan of ice cream or the final episode of the Sopranos series, you wouldn't understand but IYKYK. OH yeah, the ingredients are fresh and the people who work there are fabulous. Last time I had a scoop of Cherry vanilla and it was full of pieces of real cherries. They really spoil you here. read more

Holsten's - Hey, what're youse looking at? - Candy Stores Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

classic diner experience. Food was good, not spectacular but what we expected. Ambience is old school. it was great to take my two kids for a treat dinner out with ice cream to follow. we'll be back! read more

Holsten's 1063 Broad St. Bloomfield, NJ 07003 Warning: Contains Major Spoilers about The Sopranos! If you are a fan of The Sopranos, this location is must see! Witness the very location where Tony Soprano was murdered! While you admire the surroundings, be sure to order plenty of onion rings because they are the best in the state. #holstens #bloomfieldnj #broadstreet #sopranos #tonysoprano #onionrings #membersonly #membersonlyjacket #threeoclock #journey #dontstopbelieving read more

This is not by design like one of the newer established 50's chains like Johnny Rockets or Smash Burger, but because it has always been that way, it is the Real Deal in every respect. The prices are also remarkably cheap, and while there only are about a dozen or so varieties of ice cream, all of them are made in-house and are very fresh. PS: This fine establishment happened to be the spot in which The Sopranos' series finale was filmed. Epic moment in TV history. Cheers read more

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Holsten's invites you to a blast from the past, with buzzing cash registers, loud laughs and bright smiles. This place has quick service and has that authentic all American style. My friends and I visited for the memorabilia of the great Sopranos. The wait wasn't long at all and the food/ice cream was delicious. I'll be dreaming of the hot fudge walnut sundae. If you're a sopranos fan, what are you doing not getting the onion rings?? read more

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Fuhgeddaboudit! Nostalgic old school parlor. Delicious food and sopranos style service and vibe. read more

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One of the best diners I've ever been to, highly recommended. Plus the sopranos table is a great photo op!

Good food, awesome service, and a shout-out to the owner Ron for putting up with us Sopranos fans and our nonstop questions. You're the best, Ron. Lol." read more

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Damn i wish my pic came out better but no problem i will come here many times. You walk in and it takes you back into time. I love this place! My only minor complaint is the music was toooo low. They were playing 80s music. 80's music, burgers, candy and ice cream shop with old school diner vibes? YES! Hell yeah!! This is what North Jersey is all about. Bacon cheeseburger was really good. The bacon was so crispy. Best onion rings i ever had I went with the S'mores ice cream. That was great. Seems like homemade marshmallow i just wish it had a little more graham cracker. I can't wait to come back for another burger, onion rings (fries were also good btw) and a diff flavor ice cream. I can't believe i left out all the Sopranos memorabilia but yeah. Huge A+ factor on that. Come check out this spot. They don't make em like this anymore. read more

Holsten's was a tradition for my family from the late 60's through the mid 80's. We would go pretty much every other Friday for dinner and ice cream. I would typically get a cheeseburger with fries. Or, a tuna club every once in a while. Followed by a black and white Holiday soda as a chaser. My Mom would always get a shrimp salad sandwich along with a chocolate egg cream. I have moved from the area so I only get to Holsten's a couple of times a year. But much of what I loved about this place in my youth still remains. A few things have changed. Notably the Saprano's connection which brings in tourists. But overall it still takes me back a better, simpler time. Staffed mostly with local high schoolers the service is usually fast and friendly. The decor is dated and let's hope they keep it that way. I will be back for sure. read more

Mother's Day Saturday and was having fun all day with friends, and didn't want to cook! Kids all agreed, we love the family-friendly atmosphere and staff and decor. They just made some updates but it still felt good and lived-in, homey place. Let's Go to Holstens they all said! Burgers, Floats, Cheese Fries and more! So glad to have gone. When I called they said there would be a 2-3 minute wait. We got there 15minutes later and boy, the line was building up. Had a party of 5 and the back left table was open. Super busy time so service was a bit slow, but the food and ice cream were fantastic and worth the wait! Always a family favorite place that doesn't disappoint. read more

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Holsten's, famous for its delicious homemade ice cream and being in The Sopranos, has been serving the community since 1939. My cheeseburger deluxe was perfectly cooked to order with a great flame broiled flavor. Equally as good were the slightly crunchy krinkle fries. A typical luncheonette style menu offering a nice variety of sandwiches and burgers. The homemade mint chip ice cream was creamy and minty. Homemade whipped cream topped it off. On this first time visit to this iconic luncheonette, I sat at the counter and had one of the best service experiences one can have. Julia was attentive, engaging, pleasant, sweet and polite. It was a true service with a smile type visit. She provided an outstanding service experience. When you cross the threshold of Holsten's Ice Cream Parlor, you might feel as though you stumbled upon a time machine that whisked you back to the 1950s. Old wooden and Glass candy display cases, cozy red vinyl booths, and ice cream counter complete with old-fashioned barstools, Holsten's magically transports you to the quaint and convivial atmosphere of an era long forgotten. It's like taking a step back in time. This is a must visit for not only Soprano fans but for EVERYONE! Just a short 5 minute ride off the GSP exit 151 read more

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You can ask them to make you any kind of combination of ice cream and they will do it. The milkshakes came out amazing (only $7 each). The servers were amazing and super friendly. They also sell merchandise if you are interested in a hat or shirt or cup. The place is a very old school vibe especially since it's where the last episode of sopranos were shot. read more

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Always a good stop after a meal! We often go for desert. This place has been here forvever! The desert is always amazing. I love that thr last episode of "The Soprano's " was filmed here and that they have a plaque on the booth where the family sat. I have never had any hot food here but being its like a greasy spoon diner I'm sure it would be good! My only complaint is that they need bigger booths! read more

Holsten's is such a classic place that I grew up going to. I've never had a bad time there and the food and ambiance are unmatched at a lot of other places. There is never that long of a wait and the service is impeccable. Next time I go back I will have to try some of their chocolates read more

So now that Holsten's is popular, I can report on its ingredients. Not good. I bet it was all natural once but after seeing this, I'm done here. Average diner food, compromised ice cream quality - not the place I knew as a kid. It's been nice knowing you, but there are better games in town now. read more

Holsten's - Ice cream artificial ingredients - Candy Stores Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

Holsten's was a place on NJ.com's list of Best Ice Cream Shops so OF COURSE I went. Super unassuming from the outside. I almost thought they weren't even open because the shades were drawn. But as soon as I stepped in, the place was buzzing like it was lunch time in midtown Manhattan on a pay day! It's not only an ice cream shop but a luncheonette also! With homemade chocolate by the pound too!!! They've got two guys cooking and a whole gang of employees that do everything else. They not only serve tables but they also scoop ice cream, run the food, bus tables, get to-go orders, etc. So they run the back of the house AND the front! They share tips and they all pull their weight. VERY impressive!! REALLY impressive!! Their homemade ice cream selections were the classics. No unique concoctions that grabbed your attention but they do the classics right. I got the Maple Walnut. I was happy with the huge chunks of walnuts and the quantity of them. The serving was humongous but I'm not complaining. Oooo also, they shot the last scene of "The Sopranos" here. Just one more thing to be impressed about with this place. Only ONE gripe. Just ONE. Parking is a bitch and circling around takes longer than a circle around. Grab the first spot you see even if it IS 3 blocks away! It's worth it! read more

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This was my second visit to Holsten's, and once again, it didn't disappoint. I ordered from their special menu and got the vanilla peanut butter cup ice cream, which tasted amazing. You have the option to dine in or take your items to-go. However, the ordering area can get quite crowded and could benefit from better organization. It's a bit annoying trying to figure out who has already placed an order, and it feels awkward to convey your order while standing directly behind people enjoying their treats at the sit-in counter. Despite this, Holsten's is still a solid ice cream shop. read more

Holsten's - Candy Stores Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

Finally made it here. Like many people we wanted to come here, eat, sit in the soprano booth, get the whole experience. Got here early on a Monday. Place was empty and we got a really friendly greeting when we walked in. Got to sit wherever we wanted, of course you know where we sat. We got onion rings, a cheeseburger with bacon and fries and a tuna sandwich on rye. The food was really good. Like home made type. We got some candy in the way out which turned out to be really really good tasting dark chocolates. Don't sleep on the candy counter, it looks old fashioned but that candy is fresh and the dark chocolate nonpareils are the best I ever had. Our waitress was awesome too. Go here, buy a lot of stuff. We didn't have room for ice cream but I'm planning a return trip soon for that . read more

Holsten's - Cheeseburger with bacon and fries, onion rings of course. - Candy Stores Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

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My wife took me here as a surprise while we were around the area with a bigger group because of my appreciation of the TV series that needs no more context in this write-up. The servers were fantastic and helpful, and the ice cream was my highlight. read more

Place has gone downhill in a hurry. The last few times I ate there, my stomach was upset for several days. My wife went there yesterday and still is violently ill. We used to love this place. Not anymore. Place is dirty. read more

No frills diner that is known for its ice cream. It did not disappoint! Admittedly the diner is known for The Sopranos. Worth the hype read more

Holsten's - Candy Stores Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

Visited at 12 on a Sunday just after opening. Staff was pleasant and the speed of the food arrival was great. We had hamburgers, bacon hamburger, fries and onion rings. All was cool perfect to order. The onion rings where the best. By the time we where done a little after 1pm the place was filling up with people. Overall a great place to eat and we will visit again. read more

Had vanilla chip ice cream thought it would've been better than it was however it was decent. My friend had one of there specials of the day and mentioned it was very good. Service was good everyone was friendly. This can be a spot to come and eat or just sit and have some ice cream. read more

Holsten's - Peanut butter ice cream - Candy Stores Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

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Visited the famous spot where The Sopranos were filmed for a quick lunch with coworkers. Tried the popular Egg Cream for the first time - it's definitely an interesting taste at first but grows on you! It's seltzer, chocolate syrup, milk - similar to an ice cream float. It's a bit more ish from the seltzer but still sweet. But I really enjoyed the Lemon Fizz - refreshing lemon soda with lemon ice cream! Really citrusy and bright and perfect for a hot summer day. Service was quick and real casual place, where you can get toasted sandwiches, breakfast items, ice cream sundaes and floats, and even homemade chocolates! Overall a fun place to visit! read more

Holsten's - Lemon Fizz, Tuna Melt on White - Candy Stores Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

Came back for my Double Decker Grilled Chicken Club Sandwich, great as usual , and also was craving a slice of Apple Pie. It's amazing. Service is quick as usual. Another reason why i like it here. read more

Holsten's - APPLE PIE - Candy Stores Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

Holsten's is a really special place and I am giving it five stars! If you like nostalgia, Americana, friendly service, and fantastic ice cream and chocolate, this is the place to come! Holsten's is retro in the best possible way. It just has this comforting vibe of being from my parents generation. I love that there are no TVs blaring from the walls. I love the classic look of the long ice cream counter with the barstools. The food here is old school and done to perfection, whether it's a tuna melt, BLT, burgers and fries, milkshakes, onion rings. The staff is generally young, bubbly, and cheerful. You can come to sit and eat in the back or you can pick up the homemade chocolate and ice cream from the counter in the front. Parking is a short walk away in a freecpublic parking lot down the hill behind the restaurant. read more

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