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The warm NYC weather had me craving something cold, and Van Leeuwen was the perfect stop. They always have some of the best and most unique ice cream flavors, so it's one of my go-to spots when I'm in the city. I originally went in hoping to get their cherry flavor, but they were sold out. Instead, I ordered the Honeycomb ice cream, and honestly, it turned out to be the best decision. It was rich, flavorful, and reminded me a little of Butterbeer from the Harry Potter shop, which made it even more fun. I would absolutely order this flavor again. The shop itself had a great ambience: cozy, cute, and a perfect place to cool off for a bit. Van Leeuwen never disappoints. read more

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Sawako Y.

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Van Leeuwen ice cream is so delicious. I would give it 5 stars, but it is pricey... I stopped by this week after a yoga class to cool down. The staff was friendly and I sampled the honeycomb, their bestseller, and the strawberry yuzu cheesecake, one of their seasonal flavors. I decided on the honeycomb, which was delicious. For a small cup, it's $8.11 including tax... but it was really really good. There is a very small eating space inside, where I was fortunately able to sit. By the time I was leaving, it was full. It's pricey for an everyday ice cream, but great for a summer treat. read more

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Gerardo E.

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Solid ice cream and they had some seating which was nice. Friendly staff. A bit pricey at $8 for a small scoop in a cup, but it's nyc read more

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Alfred N.

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Love the chocolate mint and the fact they have a soy option. I always end up here after every dinner I have in the upper west side. I wish the location had more seating but it's really made for a pick up and go business model. Please clean up after yourself if you do find a seat. read more

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Katherine G.

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Delicious ice cream! I was actually so impressed by the quality and taste of the ice cream here. I've seen this brand in grocery stores before but never gave it a shot, but decided that I wanted to try the in person store during my time in New York. They offer free samples so you be sure of what flavor you pick, which is necessary since a single scoop only allows you to get one flavor unlike many other spots which let you split it into two. I decided to get the brown sugar cookie dough chip, which was seriously so good. It tasted exactly like cookie dough and with the bits inside, it was absolutely delicious. It was also topping tuesday which I had no idea, so I got the cookie crumble topping for free too! The scoop was a generous size but still quite pricey, so it may be more worth it to buy the pints in stores instead :) read more

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Van Leeuwen is a French ice cream shop that started in Brooklyn. It has minimal ingredients, balanced sweetness, perfect flavors - it's honestly one of the best ice cream. The earl grey and sicilian pistachio are my favorite flavors, but the prepackaged containers from grocery stores taste better than what was provided here. I've had the PB brownie honeycomb, marionberry cheesecake, and praline butter cake. The flavors are perfect but the freshness was subpar and the cakes were stale. read more

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Cole D.

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Very friendly staff. Open later than I expected. The staff talked me through my options. Sad the peppermint stick wasn't in stock but I got a brownie pint. Had it at home with three to-go contest. $10.90 for all of it. Love this place. read more

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I always see these ice cream containers at my local supermarket, but I never thought to try any. I came here the other day for the first time and had to get the honeycomb flavor because I'm a huge honeycomb girl. It was absolutely amazing and maybe one of the best ice creams I've ever had. If you like honey, then you'd enjoy this flavor! They also have a bunch of other flavors that looked really good on the menu, even vegan flavors for those who have dietary restrictions. My boyfriend got the black cherry chip flavor and loved it. I'll definitely be back to try some other flavors! read more

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Nikhil R.

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Talk about extremely creamy and decadent ice cream! This place is the real deal if you want some of the best ice cream in New York City. The place is always packed with a big line. The only issue is that the design of the store doesn't allow for the line to be intuitive, so people are really just standing in each other's way the entire time. There ice cream is on the more expensive side, however it is a premium ice cream. Their chocolate brownie ice cream what is the best chocolate brownie ice cream ever had. Ice cream itself was so creamy, and the pieces of brownie were actually pretty chunky and delicious! Pistachio ice cream is also unlike any other pistachio ice cream I've had before. This is a brown color that has a very mild pistachio flavor. Other places that I've been to have a very artificial color and flavor of pistachio. This was the real deal. Staff were very friendly and allowed us to try a few flavors. Definitely a great experience from start to finish. read more

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Jennifer S.

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Honestly, I'm not a big ice cream person. I'll go for most other types of desserts, including gelato, before going for ice cream. However, if you want a fabulous scoop of ice cream, Van Leeuwen is the best there is! Excellent flavors and textures! I particularly love the affogato, dark chocolate fudge brownie, and cherry chocolate chip flavors. I've also enjoyed their specials: chocolate crispy cereal milk, sumac sorbet, and ice cream sandwich flavors. read more

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Susan Y.

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My colleague and I were craving some ice cream after our corporate outing so we stopped by this shop and they probably made the prettiest, photogenic ice cream cones for us! It was during a heat wave and my colleague was (and still is) pregnant so we thought it was best to sit inside and eat our ice cream indoors. The ice cream shop was nice and cooling and had two corners areas you can sit down at! It has been like 2 years the last time I saw my colleague so shop was a great place to catch up about work and life - felt like we were in a small cafe! read more

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Kailey N.

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Tried Van Leeuwen the other day and had a lovely time trying fun flavors and ended up getting a kids scoop of brown sugar cookie dough brownie. The kids scoop is a perfect amount of ice cream for me! They also have so many other cone and sundae options. Service was pretty quick- standard of an ice cream shop and all the scoopers were friendly and patient! It's not a huge ice cream shop so there isn't much seating but it's also pretty close to Central Park and a few other public sitting spaces. read more

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Chrissy R.

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Tons of creative and homemade tasting regular and vegan flavors - love dairy and non dairy ice creams and both tasted the same! Brought my CA nieces and nephew here on a hot summer day, and they gave it a 10 out of 10. Better than Baskin Robbins they said ;) Loved the vegan mint chip, and sampled the vegan praline cream w chocolate chips. The kids had the usual: cookies and cream, mint and chocolate brownie read more

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Avery D.

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The peanut butter brownie honeycomb ice cream is to die for!! It has all three flavors balanced so well and it's so delicious. $7.50 for a small cone, was a decent amount of ice cream. read more

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Peter C.

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Ok, this ice cream need verbal cues like, ka-boom or ka-pow or click-boom (think old batman serial).. great, silky freakin yummy ice cream - I had a mix of honey comb and earl grey ice creams (I know, right!!!!) MommaK had mint chocolate chip with an amazing portion of thin, lovely chocolate slivers. Glammom - praline buttercake and babygirlA - honey comb all the way. Damn..... Bottom line: they have remained in Manhattan for a good reason - fool to not go! Next time: craft macaroni and cheese ice cream (then I can die) read more

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Giacomo C.

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You know you're going to get good quality at Van Leeuwen. I got the peanut butter and chocolate brownie flavors... really good. It ain't cheap, but it's satisfying. read more

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Marianne W.

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Reminiscing about last summer I needed to do this review! I'm looking forward to getting back to this neighborhood in the spring. Van Leeuwen on Columbus near 72nd Street is in my old neighborhood. I still have friends that live close by. Van Leeuwen is definitely the ice cream shop I can't pass by without going in for a scoop! I have to admit in the beginning I didn't get the hype and I felt it was overpriced. I decided to give it a try once more. Now I'm hooked. My Favorite is Peanut Butter Chip. Anything with peanut butter is good. I really need to try some other flavors but I eat ice cream sparingly and preferably in the Summer! I'm highly recommending Van Leeuwen. This location is handy for me when I'm in this neighborhood. I find the employees and service to be consistent at the various locations. They're knowledgeable and friendly. The atmosphere is clean and bright making the experience cheerful. read more

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Tamika P.

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Yum! Yum! Yum! Their ice cream is amazing. They could maybe pay their staff a bit more or give them better training because the customers seem like a second maybe even a tertiary thought to them. But again, the best ice cream. read more

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Sara M.

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I have trouble finding dairy free I've cream -usually relegated to one option or sorbet only. They had about 10 vegan flavors as well as vegan toppings such as whipped coconut cream and hot fudge. Creamy and a consistency like the real thing. My new favorite NY ice cream shop though a bit pricy for more than an occasional splurge. read more

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Mahsa N.

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Love this place. I live a 5 minute walk from here so it's always a tough one to resist going to after a long day. They're open till late too if you're in the mood for post dinner dessert. I've tried so many of their flavors though my favorites are Earl Grey (so unique) and honeycomb (my sweet tooth is unmatched). They also have a fair share of vegan options for folks with dietary restrictions. read more

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Najwa G.

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How can I resist going to Van Leeuwen? It's a summer tradition. And I think clearly a lot of people agree considering how packed it was. I had decided to get one of the Campfire S'mores, one of their new summer flavors. It was a motley of different things and was all in all delicious. The only thing that I didn't seem to enjoy were the marshmallows hence 4 versus 5 stars. Either way, Van Leeuwen is hard not to venture off to in these hot Summer days. read more

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Nate N.

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Servers are extremely curt (borderline rude) if you have any dietary restrictions. This place used to accomodate people with celiac. Unfortunately no more. Went in with my daughter and they reused so wash the spoon or serve her anything other than the ice cream from the top of the container. They don't care about celiac or cross contamination. If you want ice cream in the area go to Venchi on Columbus. They are nicer and want to accomodate their customers if they can. read more

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The ice cream at Van Leeuwen is always super delicious and the staff at this location is very friendly. read more

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Van Leeuwen I.

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Eunice B.

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It's not anyone's fault that the Medical Offices of Manhattan decided to open their new location a block away from Van Leeuwen. After hearing the results of your blood test, of course you need to also do self care for your mental health. What better than to have a nice cold scoop of your favorite ice cream flavor in less than 2-3 minutes! CVS wasn't nearby so a prescription of a much needed scoop of Bigface Affogato worked well for me. read more

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Eugenia Y.

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Lovely, lovely ice cream. They have lots of flavours and a lot of good vegan ice cream choices as well. This location is clean and lovely, and the service is quick. It's definitely a little bit expensive, but definitely worth the splurge--treat yourself, people! read more

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Evelyn Z.

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Absolutely delicious and a must try! The flavors are deep, rich, but perfectly silky! My favorite is the Earl Grey! Even if you're not a fan of Earl Grey you must try this first before ruling it out. It will change how you feel about Earl Grey and may make you a fan! The Sicilian Pistachio will take you on a journey! You'll think your in Italy! Hope you love this place as much as I do! Can't wait to try more flavors (if I can get past my favorites that is --lol) read more

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Tom T.

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Pretty good ice cream (vegan selections!) but the management goofed and scheduled one person on a day when they had open streets outside, and that is sure to bring in the traffic. Overall, pretty good. read more

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Keemy U.

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The location is clean and not crowded so you'll get out pretty quick. The mocha cookie crumble is amazing. Amazing ice cream shop staple at an amazing location. read more

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Mike K.

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If you're going to charge over $7 for one scoop of ice cream in a cup without any toppings, it had better come with a video showing the process all the way from the cows munching on grass in France to the milk being churned by magic fairies in NYC. Because otherwise, there's nothing that I could find to justify this ice cream being more expensive than an entire gallon of pretty good ice cream at the supermarket. read more

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Dan D.

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I've been to the Van Leeuwen's on the UWS and the one in Williamsburg and both are fabulous! I have been looking EVERYWHERE for OATMILK ICE CREAM! It's so much better than any other vegan ice cream I've ever had in my life and they have a CREAT Chocolate Crunch flavor that you would never even know doesn't have dairy. I HIGHLY recommend you try it, even if you aren't dairy free because it's just that delicious (I eat dairy, and non-dairy... so I can judge well ;) ). Love love love it! Prices are pretty typical NYC - this isn't a cheapy ice cream stop but you get what you pay for and it's delicious! RUN and ask for the Oatmilk Ice Cream! read more

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The TWENTIETH location, so there isn't really much left to say. Located pretty close to the other one on the Upper West Side, this is one of the larger of the recent locations, though it's still really standing room only. For today's opening, they had an excellent new Oat Milk Strawberry flavor, which you should definitely try before it runs out. As usual also, they had $1 scoops from 1-3pm. read more

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Love Van Leeuwen and their very unique flavors. I am not vegan, but often choose those. The current speciality ice cream of sweet potato tastes just like a sweet potato casserole. Honeycomb is probably my favorite flavor though. Go on here and try a couple samples of unique flavors and enjoy! read more

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I live a block away from the Van Leeuwen location on Amsterdam Avenue but walk an extra half mile to get to this location because it's so much less crowded than the other one - there's fewer people and the space is also slightly larger. Van Leeuwen's ice cream is indulgent, creamy and multi-faceted. Their Earl Grey is a solid staple with a subtle, light mix of spice but you really can't go wrong with any flavor they offer. They also have an amazing selection of vegan oat milk/cashew ice cream so everyone can enjoy. read more

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Vegan strawberry shortcake ice cream on a cone. What a way to end summer. Thank you Kaylee!

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Pris D.

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Almost home and was pleasantly surprised to see a new ice cream place near my apt! I must've tried 7flavors bc nothn tasted right!? --my buds must be off today, i luv all things ice cream! Settled for Pistachio, which i brought pint home--$10. Very creamy, smooth--&tasty! Grateful for my super sweet server Natalie for being so helpful and patient. Welcome to the neighborhood‍!! read more

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The PB brownie honeycomb milkshake was one of the best vegan milkshakes I have ever had.

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Came here just after lunch on a weekday and there was no line. Opted for two scoops of ice cream in a cup which cost $9 including tax and tip. Pretty delicious ice cream I must say. I ordered the mint chip and strawberry - enjoyed the mint chip more. A wide variety of vegan options available with clear allergen warnings displayed for those who are concerned. read more

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was blown away the first time I had this ice cream, I've been to several of the shops throughout the city but this one is relatively my favorite!! I always get the same order 9 times outta 10 (honey comb topped with salted caramel) but lots of variations to choose from & the satisfaction is guaranteed. read more

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Sampled a few of flavours and decided to get their seasonal sorbet which Is basically blended strawberries. A pint $10 which is probably the better deal! Bring it to Central Park to enjoy! read more

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The earl grey tea ice cream is definitely my favorite and I really like how they have multiple locations and is very accessible

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253 Columbus Ave
New York, NY 10023
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What time does Van Leeuwen - Upper West Side open?

Van Leeuwen - Upper West Side opens at 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Van Leeuwen - Upper West Side close?

Van Leeuwen - Upper West Side closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Van Leeuwen - Upper West Side closes at 1:00 AM (Next day) on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)Fri-Sat 12:00 PM - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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Does Van Leeuwen - Upper West Side take credit cards?

Yes, Van Leeuwen - Upper West Side takes credit cards.

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Does Van Leeuwen - Upper West Side allow dogs?

No, Van Leeuwen - Upper West Side does not allow dogs.

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Does Van Leeuwen - Upper West Side have parking?

Yes, Van Leeuwen - Upper West Side has parking options.

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Does Van Leeuwen - Upper West Side have free WiFi?

No, Van Leeuwen - Upper West Side does not have free WiFi.

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Mango Sticky Rice is AMAZING! With the heat lately I had to try this and also they have a great…read moretasting Shirley Temple Float. We enjoyed our afternoon snack while sitting outside on the bench to relax a bit. The place was packed but the line went by very fast and friendly service!

Van Leeuwen is a very popular ice cream chain in New York. This location in Chelsea is off the main…read morestreet and felt very nice and quiet. The workers on Friday night (Jan 30th) were great! They were very helpful and friendly, patiently helping our whole group. The flavors were great, with the Coffee flavor being my favorite! Overall, Van Leeuwen in Chelsea is a great spot for ice cream!

Matcha strawberry and banana bread pudding

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Outside of the store

Gelateria Gentile

This gelateria I…read morecan't believe it took me so long to discover it. Located in New York, small quiet spot, you can't wait inside, it a take out thing, I don't care! Their gelato is delicious and so rich! I was so happy!

Tiny, clean desert place. No bathrooms for customers…read more Staff are accommodating. Don't be afraid to try to sample the gelatos. Sample them all until you choose the flavor you like. There are different types of cold treats: gelatos and more slushie like consistency frozen confections that are served in a cup. My vegan friend appreciated that he could choose from multiple vegan flavors, not just be limited to the one and only offering, which is what most places usually have. Melon flavor was incredible. Tasted like frozen melon was crushed with ice and chopped into an ice/smoothie blend. Super refreshing. Very sweet, though. All flavors are very sweet, so a small portion can be shared and you will feel satisfied. I personally enjoyed their in-house special flavor of gelato: honey cream with crushed almonds, pistachios, and hazelnuts. That was bombastic! Love how nutty the consistency was. I love nuts, so this almost reminded me of a chunky peanut butter situation: just more fine grained and smooth, with gelato being the base. Highly recommend trying this flavor! Focacia was okay. A bit too dry and bland for my liking, but still decent. My favorite item was the pistachio bombolone which is officially now my favorite dessert. This was magnificent! The yeasty dough was so light and airy--perfectly light and balanced. The filling of pistachio cream was very delicate and not sweet at all, which was such a nice surprise. I do not like saccharine dessert. The fresh raspberry jam was a perfect balance to the pistachio cream. I never like jams in my desserts, but this was a perfect complement. Woooow, what a treat! Can't wait to return for it and to try more of their other flavors--hazelnut & chocolate, coconut, white chocolate, tiramisu. You could taste the superb quality of the ingredients. Highly recommend.

Vegan/Non dairy options: Bergamotto (orange) and Fondente (dark chocolate)

Gelato Flavors

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Grace Street

Locally owned & operated

Locally sourced ingredients

Need a spot that's buzzing with energy and gewd desserts? Grab a table and some deliciousness here!…read moreThe shave ice portions are ginormous and very flavorful. 3 orders were a great medley of flavors, but my party of 5 was too stuffed from Kbbq to finish it all. :( the staff go the extra mile with making sure the area isn't sticky and making sure everyone has what they need. Will be back to try the other desserts!!

Grace Street is one of the best places to get shaved ice cream in NYC. I cannot explain it, but the…read moretexture and flakiness of shaved ice cream (called shaved snow at Grace Street) is absolutely delightful in your mouth. Every time I visit NYC, I have to come here and get it. While the price is about 20$, it's absolutely worth it and they pile it high. It's meant to be shared, so make sure you come with your friends! Service is fast- they use a pager system to tell you when your order is ready to pick it up. While it's a little cold inside, it is extremely clean despite them serving lots of desserts everyday - there is someone who cleans all of the tables thoroughly. Cannot recommend more!

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Sunset Lemonade ($5.50)

Aubi & Ramsa

I ended up here after dinner with some friends, and I'm so glad we stopped by…read more The space is on the smaller side, which gives it a cozy, intimate vibe. It would be perfect for a date night or catching up with a small group of friends. They had a great selection of flavors, but I went with the Tennessee Crème Brûlée. It was sooo good--rich, creamy, and definitely worth trying. My only complaint is that I wish the serving was a little bigger, but I get it... there's alcohol in it. We ended up staying much longer than we planned, just talking and enjoying the atmosphere. It was the perfect way to end the night, and I'll definitely be back.

This is a really fun little spot in NYC. The alcohol-infused ice cream is actually good, not too…read morestrong. just a nice twist on regular ice cream. It's a cute place to stop by after dinner or if you just want something different for dessert. I tried a couple flavors and liked them more than I expected. Would definitely go back to try others.

Left to right: Strawberry & Rosé, Tangerine Mimosa, Jack & Chocolate.

Kentucky Creme Brulee

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Chocolate and Amaretto

Insomnia Cookies

small establishments but I've noticed most insomnia locations are small . We got a 6 pack and they…read morejust came out the oven. We were in heaven. My favorite is oatmeal cookies

Insomnia Cookies used to be my go to for a nice, fresh, hot baked chocolate chip cookie. Recently,…read moreI went here and felt like the cookies are getting pricier but yet smaller. The service was great, but I am disappointed that Insomnia Cookies are shrinking. I really like having a cookie every once in a while as a late night snack; however, I must admit I will probably think twice since my cookie will be gone in two full bites. Not to mention, if you don't scan your rewards account in the store, you cannot claim your points after your purchase.

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Sundaes and Cones

Amazing Ice Cream Shop on East 10th Street off 3rd Avenue…read more Awesome selection of ice cream and gelato in traditional and unique flavors, many Asian, like lavender, ginger, etc. They have a frequent visitor membership rewards and bet there are many, like myself, who take advantage given frequent visits year round. The service is always great. Sometimes the Moms and Dads visiting their kids at NYU clog up the front with a LOT of questions, but usually very quick for a large waffle cone with 2 scoops. If dining at other venues in the area, skip desert and stop here for a special treat!

This ice cream shop has been around forever - 2000's maybe & is just slightly off the busy area of…read moreSt. Mark's but deserves the attention! Don't remember what I had the previous 20+ years I went there after a group dinner. This time I was influenced & specifically took a bus over for their corn ice cream. It's STILL the summer of corn. Prices are now average - good for a scoop $7.50 & the portion is good compared to other craft ice cream shops in LES. The corn flavor was good. Medium flavor with that corn sweetness. The quality of the ice cream was excellent, medium creamy & very smooth with the teeniest bit of corn blended. Sampled the hazelnut which was great also - like a thick gelato. Would like to try the lychee next time. They have probably 20 different flavors, displayed well. The staff is patient & very nice. The space is very big for a business in the East Village with mostly a waiting area. 4-5 seats are up front & they set up a few plastic chairs on the side. On a 90°F day, the shop was filled with customers & groups. A stantion at the door with directions for 2 lines would help manage things better.

Scoop of mint chocolate chip ice cream in a cup with a cone. Ice cream freshness ftw

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Green Tea Rose, Black Sesame

Amorino Gelato

Solid gelato what can I say the sorbetti and gelati worked very well together…read more Short line and great location!

The workers are friendly and the service was good. The place is cozy and was a nice spot to chill…read moreat especially during the cold weather. The Affogato al cioccolato was very rich and sweet. The chocolate was more on the thicker side. I definitely recommend it if you are a fan of chocolate. The ice cream here is very smooth and creamy.

2 flavors

Small waffle cone

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Anita Gelato

Don't be deterred by the line outside the store and around the block. Its there for a reason. They…read morehave the best gelato in town. The line moves quickly and you are greeted with an array of flavors. Sample a few and take your pick. We got the hazelnut and coffee flavor combination and loved it. The staff is helpful and efficient - make a stop here! They have some seating area and the crowd moves through pretty fast.

I've been all over Italy, Venice, Florence, Portofino, Tuscany and all the outlying villages and…read morehaven't enjoyed gelato there as much as I have here. Maybe they put an American twist on traditional gelato but whatever the case it's now become my go to for ice cream gelato in New York City yes it's pricey but it's value is there My queen Victoria ( the sample queen) tasted over 8 flavors and had a hard time selecting. in the end the cup of 4 flavors served her well especially the raspberry crunch, and the mango. Go ! If she said it's good... it's great!

Chocolate pistachio and mint

Small Gelato (pistachio + strawberry)

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The scooped gelato.

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream

Why was my 1 scoop $10?! It was so mid. But I was hot. Actually quite upset I decided to still pay…read morefor it. The ice cream was worth maybe $5 but 10 bucks felt cruel and unusual. Service was good, and I felt bad for the girl scooping bc there were so many indecisive people (including myself) so I really appreciated her attentiveness.

Such amazing ice cream! So many vegan options! Service was quick and efficient and the storefront…read morehad cute seating where we could lookout the window while we enjoyed our yummy ice cream!

Vegan strawberry cheescake

Earl grey tea

Passion Fruit Berry Pop

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Caffe Paradiso

4.4

(213 reviews)

3.9 mi

Got the brown butter latte (surprise) and was better than I had initially thought. Has a slight…read moreaftertaste, but it's also brown butter, so I'm not surprised. Not sure if it was worth the wait though. Service was good, noticed that many others had an unpleasant experience, but the lady who took my order was kind and did not scam me! Overall it's not really worth the hype to watch a man pour coffee from a machine. Yes, it's a place to buy a nice cup of coffee, but only if there's little to no line.

#50 in my NEW ENGLAND & NY COFFEE SHOP SERIES…read more This place went viral for a reason!! I am not lying when I say this is one of the BEST lattes I have ever had! Definitely the best latte I have had in NYC. I will forever be dreaming of the brown sugar oat milk latte. So rich and creamy with the perfect amount of sweetness.

It was busy, so after paying, you get a cute ticket--hand it to the barista for the viral latte!

Salted brown butter oat latte on tap

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Salted Brown Butter & Oat Latte

Ess-a-Bagel

Amazing bagels! It was a quick line and easy to order. You actually have time to think about your…read moreorder before getting to the front. We ended up getting a few bagel sandwiches (a BEC and a lox sando), but next time I'd just do a classic bagel and smear. Lots of bagel and cream cheese options! Only a handful of seating options but most people were grab-and-go. Fun vibe overall.

Delicious bagels, long lines but worth the wait. Came here on the first day of my most recent trip…read more I ordered a Morning Classic (bacon, egg and cheese) on an everything bagel. Super fresh and so so good. Service was good and not confusing even though it looks a bit intimidating as you walk in since the place is so full.

Plain Bagel w Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese

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Signature favorite (lox, tomato, capers and lettuce) with less cream cheese) on pumpernickel

Hamburger America

If you're looking for a perfect, no-nonsense smash burger, this is the place. It's exactly what a…read moreburger should be. They don't rely on a laundry list of fancy toppings to hide behind; it's just the basics, executed flawlessly. I really appreciated that they keep it simple, giving you the choice of onion or no onion, letting the quality of the beef and the perfect sear speak for itself. Logistically, it's first-come, first-served seating where you're given a number. It wasn't too busy when I stopped by, so the process was seamless and quick. It's hard to imagine how they could make this any better without fundamentally changing what a smash burger is supposed to be. If you appreciate the classics done right, this is an absolute must-visit in NYC.

Went to Hamburger America on a weekend in the early afternoon. It's located at the corner of West…read moreHouston Street/Sixth Ave, between SoHo and the West Village. It was busy but not overcrowded, and we found a table outside. When you arrive, you order at the counter inside, receive a number, and then find a seat while your meal is prepared fresh. A server brings your food to your table once it is ready, it only took about 5-7 minutes for our food to arrive. I ordered the "All the Way" burger, their classic smash burger with mustard, diced onions, dill pickles, and cheese, along with fries and a gluten-free bun. The total came to about $17, including tax and tip. The burger was delicious. Smash burgers are my favorite, and this one was cooked perfectly with crispy edges while still moist. I also really appreciate that they offer a gluten-free bun. The burger and fries were a satisfying portion without feeling overly heavy. This is a casual spot, but it consistently delivers delicious food at a reasonable price. If you are looking for a classic smash burger in the neighborhood, I would recommend. I will certainly be back!

Lunch Counter and kitchen

Double George Motz's Fried Onion Burger.

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Fried Onion Double Cheeseburger

Crispy Heaven Bakery

High quality French bakery/brunch spot!! They won nyc's best baguette in 2024. Only downside is…read morethat their sandwiches are kinda pricey I def need to come back to try their pancakes and Turkish eggs. - Grass fed short rib 1/2 baguette sandwich: 11/10, the baguette was crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, and the meat was so tender and flavorful w/ the caramelized onions. The soup was insanely flavorful too and not too salty (which I was scared about) - 16 m. aged serrano ham 1/2 baguette sandwich w/ Gouda cheese: 7/10, not as good as the short rib baguette sandwich, but still yummy

Really good bread here! Scrambled eggs were nice and fluffy. My only criticism is the short amount…read moreof time we had at our table. We had made a reservation for 9.30 am and they asked us to leave at 10.05 am because they had another reservation waiting. Kind of weird to only give 30mins to sit down, look at the menu, order and eat your food. I had just finished my last bite and the plates were taken away and we were given the cheque. The waitress was friendly, just wish we weren't rushed out.

Scrambled eggs plate including butter and jam. Ate it all!

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Parla

10/10 Mafaldine Alla Vodka - This pasta is insanely delicious and so creamy. My mouth is watering…read morejust thinking about it. I absolutely love the pasta it comes with too. The shape is unique, which makes it even better. My only complaint is... why doesn't it come with any protein? Cost - $22.87

{Overall: 4; Food: 4} Ambiance: 4; Service: 4…read more Parla is a great Italian restaurant on the Upper West Side very close to the American Museum of Natural History. The menu is focused on Italian American comfort food, with an emphasis on pizza and pasta. *Mafaldine Alla Vodka: Really good. The pasta was cooked perfectly, with plenty of rich vodka sauce. The chili flakes added a nice little kick. *Angry Roni: A really satisfying pizza with lots of melty cheese and toppings. Service was very friendly and attentive throughout the meal. The ambiance is also nice. There is bar seating, communal tables, and a windowed area at the front of the restaurant that feels like a sunroom.

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Pura Vida Miami

4.3

(211 reviews)

2.3 mi

Pablo was so attentive and food was amazing!! Thank you!! Salmon bowl was fantasic ans bites were…read morea treat!!

Amazing food and outstanding service! Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious--10/10. The…read moreservice was fast, friendly, and attentive. Special thanks to Pablo for being so kind and making our experience even better. I'll definitely be back!