On a beautiful evening in August, after grabbing dinner in downtown Lancaster, I made sure to save…read moreroom for dessert. After walking around downtown for a bit, I saw Big Papa's Creamery. I remembered seeing them on the local news stations and had read they make their own ice cream, so I had to grab a couple scoops to try them out. What a delicious way to round out the day! I walked into around 8:30pm on a Wednesday to a bright and trendy interior with several tables and chairs, as well as a table that ran along the windows with stools to sit at. And if there wasn't a spot inside, there were tables and chairs outside in front of the shop as well. There was a line that wrapped near the entrance but it moved surprisingly quickly since there were only two young women scooping and cashing customers out. I had enough time to look over their flavors and narrow down the two that I wanted. The young woman who prepared my order was friendly and pleasant and did an excellent job scooping - My scoops were plenty big; they did not skimp on portions. What did I order? I went with a medium (two scoops) with the bottom scoop flavor being their Cookies & Cream and the top scoop flavor being their Salted Caramel Crunch (homemade crunch pieces folded into their signature salted caramel base), in a waffle cone. The ice cream lived up to the hype! It was so creamy and jam-packed with Oreo cookie pieces and crunchy caramel pieces. Both flavors were excellent, but if I had to pick one that I liked more, I'd say Cookies & Cream. The ice cream itself was like a cookies & cream base with HUGE Oreo cookie pieces rolled into it, the flavor was crazy good! The waffle cone tasted fresh and held both scoops with ease, worth the slight upcharge. For the high-quality ingredients, homemade flavors, and generous portion size, I felt the price I paid was reasonable. Big Papa's Creamery was an excellent experience! Pleasant staff, a happy & bright shop, and amazing homemade ice cream, I couldn't ask for more. I'm already thinking about what flavor I want to try next with my scoop of Cookies & Cream when I stroll through downtown Lancaster again.

Never have I ever heard of Apple Cider Doughnut ice cream, but I am so elated to have made the…read morediscovery at Big Papa's Creamery in Lancaster, New York. We will definitely have to come back with our little grandson. It's a small ice cream shop, so be prepared to eat your delicious treat outdoors, weather permitting as there is not much seating in the shop The staff is very attentive, friendly, and helpful.

This is just the cutest custard & ice cream stand I've ever been to! They have a wide variety of…read moreflavors to choose from, including Dole Whip! They have summer hours extended to 9:30p.m., and Yelp showed this place closed at 9 PM. We happen to drive by on our way home, & they were still open to our delight. The size of their cones is very generous. They have a fun sitting area outside for kids too!

This is not a pink cup -- it's a loganberry milkshake!…read more Even as a Buffalonian, I was skeptical of this tasting good. I was pleasantly surprised by the flavor and want another one already! Also, lots of nice seating outside and super friendly staff. Check this place out before the snow hits! It'll be here before you know it...

I love everything about Antoinette's Service is always good…read moreOrder at counter, they make it while you wait then you find a booth or table Candy store is inside the icecream shop Everything is made in store In a word DECADENT!!!!

Such a cute hidden gem ! I absolutely loved the ambiance . It felt like going back to my childhood…read moreat an ice cream parlor. The walls are covered with stuffed animals you can purchase which is also very cute . The chocolate is good and well priced ! The service was also friendly and helpful !

I drive by this reataurant on my way home from work and I finally decided to give it a try because…read moreI was not in the mood to cook! I ordered a 2 meat combo with kofta and gyro meat. It came with rice and salad with your choice of toppings and a ton of small sauces. All the sauces are delicious, especially the Tzatziki.The meats were tender with some crispy edges that gave a nice texture to each bite. I also ordered a tikka chicken sandwich with lemon pepper fries, a 4 pk of falafel with hummus, a mango Lassi and extra pita. I enjoyed it all. The chicken was literally pieces of thigh meat marinated and grilled with your choice of toppings and a special sauce. The chicken was extremely tender and flacorful. I've never had lemon pepper seasoning on my fries but i certainly will now. Yum. The falafel wasnt overly dry and had good flavor along with the hummus. The mango Lassi was tart yet sweet and helps you to digest everything! I will 100% order from here again!

I was surprised. I even liked the beef gyro! It was very tasty. Both meats, beef and chicken, were…read moremoist and nicely spiced. My partner ordered for us saying it's going to be a great lunch, and it was. He tried this place before. The large option was a perfect size for two. It's one of those restaurants where the best way to order is through their website. Or, just look at what they offer and which combo fits your taste buds the best. It would speed up the order process as well (at least for me;). I am not someone who can evaluate Middle Eastern cuisine from extensive experience or frequent consumption, but you should definitely visit Papa's Halal Gyro. It's truly worth it. Then judge for yourself. Yes, the garlic sauce is very intense but delicious. Just don't have it before a business meeting or if you are planning to have a rendezvous soon after your meal. The best, find a partner who loves garlic as much as you do ;). Next time, I'll try White Home/Dill Sauce with just a splash of Mint Sauce, and maybe a little Garlic Sauce on the side.

04/2026 An update: The first warm spring day and we went…read morefor ice cream as a family! It was hard to choose, there were so many good choices! The waffle cone with peanuts was especially good! The prickly pear with lime was fantastic!

Amazing ice cream combinations and flavor, fast service and friendly staff!…read more Will definitely go back again

The ice cream and service is consistently great at this location. During my most recent visit,…read morethere were a lot of people but the staff was dishing out the ice cream quickly. I ordered the Buffalo Pot Hole ice cream in a dish and oh my gosh, it was delicious! I look forward to coming back soon.

Frosty's has been a staple in our family's summers since we moved into the area. My son who just…read moreturned 3 has already been to 4 opening days. (That math is crazy) We saw they were opening a couple days due to warm weather and had to get over there to get some ice cream and say hello. It was PACKED! Probably would be less packed now that the weather is cold and snowy again but we waited in line and got our treats. I ended up going with a root beer float this time. We also had an assortment of cones and dishes of soft serve with plenty of sprinkles. We can't wait until they open up fully for the season and will be here quite often.

This is the only place I will buy ice cream from in the area because the ice cream is great, they…read morehave a HUGE variety of flavors and you can bring a blanket and sit on the lawn if there's isn't a place to sit (there are umbrellas at the outdoor tables and a sheltered place to sit off to the side). This place is always so busy in the summer time and rightly so, who doesn't love ice cream on a hot day! The wait is never really that long even when it looks long, the staff keep things moving quite well. They're always so patient, friendly and polite, thank you guys for continuously doing a great job, you are appreciated!!! Sometimes I want butter pecan or a maple walnut sugar cone. Sometimes I need vanilla soft serve with chocolate sprinkles in a cup and sometimes I want lemon ice. My family enjoys their chocolate parfaits, banana splits and milkshakes but I'm telling you, you cannot go wrong. Also located in the immediate area are a putt-putt and golf range. In the fall, they sell pumpkins near the range. But listen, go get some ice cream! This is a nice little spot for a date/family night ride for a treat, enjoy!

I ordered two milkshakes; one chocolate and one Oreo chocolate. Both were delicious. The only…read moresuggestion I have is to give out sturdier straws that can handle the thick ice cream. The service was professional and friendly. I can appreciate this level of service. It was raining the day I went so the ambiance was a bit off but totally the weathers fault. Definitely going back for more delicious ice cream!