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Torico Ice Cream

4.4 (980 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated 2 weeks ago

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Betsy M.

We walked to Torico after a hankering for something sweet. Before our visit I had no idea of the rich history! The young man helping us was wonderful. We ordered a few different flavors, all delicious and creamy.

Green Tea, Vanilla Peanut Butter, Coconut & Cream
Ying X.

Established in 1968, this long-established shop makes all its ice cream in-house. Not only are the portions generous, but the texture is also incredibly smooth and silky, without any icy crystals or a hard, frozen consistency. Holding it or tasting it gives a substantial, high-quality feel. However, the consequence is that even the staff struggles to scoop it out with their spherical ice cream scoops, let alone the disposable plastic spoons provided to customers. Green Tea: The highest praise Chinese people can give for desserts--not sweet--and it truly tastes like green tea, not matcha. The refreshing bitterness was incredibly pure, even bordering on slightly bitter, which is extremely rare in the US. Vanilla Peanut Butter: Very milky, but extremely salty, like eating peanut butter spread on bread. The vanilla flavor was almost completely masked. Coconut & Cream: I've always trusted American coconut ice cream, but this time it was a bit of a disappointment. The cream completely overshadowed the coconut, so much so that it took me a long time to recall what flavor I actually ordered. Ube: One bite brought back childhood memories, exactly the same as the ube flavor Wuyang五羊 ice cream cone. It was so touching I didn't order this in the end since I want to try more flavors as possible. I don't know why, but ube flavor seems to be gradually fading in China... Blueberry Cheesecake: The initial taste was a rich, sweet cream, with a refreshing hint of blueberry tartness in the aftertaste. It's pretty good, but honestly, it's not particularly outstanding. Banana Peanut Butter Chunk: The staff recommended this signature dish, and it once again made me realize how subjective taste can be... It's on the sweeter and saltier side, with a very strong flavor, but more importantly, it has a noticeable artificial banana flavor.

Mint cookies & cream
Reeka C.

Torico is the real deal. Homemade ice cream where you can actually taste the quality in every single bite clean ingredients, bold flavors, and nothing that tastes artificial. On a hot day, don't be surprised when the line is wrapped around the block. Worth every second of the wait. Their mint cookies and cream is one of those flavors that's hard to come by anywhere else and it does NOT disappoint. This is the spot Jersey City needs and deserves. If you haven't been, what are you waiting for?

Black sesame kiddie cup
Sein S.

Torico has some of the best ice cream in the area! They have such unique everyday and seasonal flavors, and they let you try a few before you buy. I grabbed the black sesame last time, but you really can't go wrong with anything here. In the summer, it's always super busy and the line gets long, but don't let that deter you because it moves incredibly fast. Absolutely perfect for a hot day!

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Jason U.

Torico Ice Cream in Jersey City is such a fun and charming spot for anyone with a sweet tooth. The first thing that stands out is their incredible variety of flavors -- from the classic options like vanilla bean and cookies & cream to more unique tropical picks like lychee, jackfruit, ube, and avocado. It's the kind of place where you can always try something new no matter how many times you visit. The staff is super friendly and patient, letting you to sample a few flavors before deciding, which is great because it's genuinely hard to choose at times. They also have a diverse selection of cones, from classic waffle cones to sugar cones and even specialty ones that make your dessert. The shop itself has a warm, welcoming atmosphere with bright colors and that classic ice cream parlor feel. It's perfect for a quick dessert stop after dinner or a casual weekend stroll. Overall, great service, delicious ice cream, and so many flavor options. Definitely a great spot for a quick, grab-and-go treat in Jersey City.

Katie C.

The best ice cream shop in JC! An amazing variety of flavors, have both ice cream and sorbets. The workers are super friendly and helpful. The line is usually down the block in the summer time!

Black Sesame Ice cream
Penelope M.

Black Sesame Ice Cream here was definitely one of the best I've had. I'm pretty sure the other flavours would be just as grand, but it's quite rare to find black sesame ice cream flavour and I could feel and taste the bits of the black sesame. So nutty and somewhat smoky. Servers handled long lines well. I liked the story written on the walls inside the one cream shop.

Cookies & Cream
Vivek D.

Yeah, I can see why this is one of Jersey City's best ice cream parlors according to the people. A local-owned spot with impeccable ice cream. Because this is my first time here, I had to order the cookies & cream to see how the ice cream is. The taste was amazing. I went at a slower time, of course (Sunday late afternoon), so didn't have to experience real lines, though there was a nice crowd here. Regardless of the line, I'd probably return if I had the opportunity. Will definitely be back soon.

Cody H.

Very creamy and delicious. A very wide selection of season and regular flavors, as well as malts, shakes, floats, etc. Friendly staff and responsible prices. Generous scoop sizes.

Sarah X.

Considering the crowd of people that were lined up in the store, the service was pretty fast. My friends and I tried samples of some of the flavors, and the staff were really friendly the whole time. I ordered a regular cup of coffee cookie and black sesame, and both were delicious! The black sesame in particular impressed me; I never had black sesame ice cream before, and it tasted very authentic. Will come here again to try out more flavors!

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Nina H.

Jesus Christ. My fav ice cream shop in JC. No matter how busy it gets, service is fast and friendly. Ambiance gives you old school feel. And flavors are Devine. So many tropical flavors !! I came back again and again for the soursop and black sesame. Skip the big name shops and come here. The ice cream isn't diabetes sweet it's just right.

Great location, corner lot
Hugh N.

Great location for the locals and tourists. Local friends brought us here after dinner. So many not-so-typical flavors for ice-cream and sorbets. Between four of us, we tried: tamarind, jackfruits, vanilla, chocolate, and coconuts. Super friendly staff and quick orders. It also has a cute little window side-door for to-go / delivery orders. The place is very popular with the locals, so many people with dogs as patrons. It was a short visit but it made an impression. I will be back soon!

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Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the unique flavor selection, creamy ice cream, friendly staff, and a welcoming atmosphere.

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Love it here! Everything is so good! Their seasonal flavors are soo good. Def need to try it

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Best hard scoop Ice cream in the area. Line can be long but moves fast. Really unique flavors. Legendary for a reason

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The customer service was outstanding. And the ice cream was amazing. The store was clean and well stocked.

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Delicious ice cream with seasonal flavors!!! Staff super friendly. Definitely worth the trip.

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Ask the Community - Torico Ice Cream

Any vegan ice creams besides sorbet?

Almond milk and coconut milk soft serve now available!!

Do they have any vegan ice cream?

They do! Torico's has dairy & gluten free Vanilla, Chocolate, and 'Twist' soft-serve. They also have an awesome selection of sorbets.

How's the parking?

Street parking in JC, you might have to do a few laps or park a few blocks away

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