Glen Dairy Bar is a classic ice cream stand in Watkins Glen that makes for an easy stop after…read moreexploring the state park or spending time around Seneca Lake. We walked up to a casual outdoor setup with picnic tables scattered around, the kind of place that fits naturally with a summer afternoon. The menu offered a wide variety of soft serve, homemade ice cream, sundaes, shakes, and specialty frozen treats, giving us plenty of options whether we were looking for a simple cone or something more indulgent. The atmosphere was relaxed and unpretentious, with a steady flow of visitors coming in for a cold treat after a day outdoors. The biggest thing that stood out to us was the portion size. Even a regular cone was generously served, making it feel like a great value for the price. We ordered a few different items and found the homemade ice cream with a rich, creamy texture, while the soft serve was smooth and refreshing. With so many flavors available, it was easy to try something different on each visit, whether we preferred classic favorites or seasonal specialties. Along with traditional scoops and cones, there were sundaes, dipped cones, milkshakes, and other frozen desserts, so everyone could find something they were in the mood for. The variety made it a good stop for families or groups, where different preferences could be accommodated without anyone feeling limited. Service was quick, and despite being a popular stop during the warmer months, the line moved at a reasonable pace. There was outdoor seating available if we wanted to enjoy our ice cream before heading back out, though it could get busy during peak hours, especially on weekends and throughout the summer tourist season. The staff kept the flow moving efficiently, and the pacing of the visit stayed smooth without long waits. Overall, Glen Dairy Bar is a great place to satisfy an ice cream craving while visiting Watkins Glen. The generous portions, wide selection of flavors, and relaxed atmosphere make it an easy stop after a day of hiking or sightseeing, and it is the kind of local spot we would happily return to whenever we are in the area.

Yummy soft serve!…read more Interesting flavor options for mix ins/flavor bursts! I got a small vanilla soft serve with the cheesecake flavor burst. The flavor burst was quite artificial tasting- it didn't taste like other cheesecake flavored things which I usually love. It was more like artificial sugar cookie? I preferred the vanilla soft serve by itself. Portions are large! Would still return but would skip the cheesecake flavor burst.

Nice ice cream shop close to Watkins Glen. Staff is super friendly and helpful. The homemade ice…read morecream is delicious. Lots of flavors to choose from. Plenty of seating inside and out.

Cute little ice cream shop!…read more We ordered two homemade flavors, apple pie and chocolate peanut butter. The chocolate peanut butter was amazing! Great friendly service and cute shop!

A must stop when you are in the area! There is a flavor for everyone. I can even find different…read moreDairy Free options, and they even have some that are also Gluten Free. The employees are always friendly. It is clean inside, and there are tables inside and outside. There is a bathroom, as well. They have Ben & Jerry's merchandise to purchase. There is on street parking if needed! 10/10 recommend

Haven't been to a Ben and Jerrys in years so we had to come here when we noticed it. Pricy but…read moregood. I enjoyed my berry berry extraordinary blueberry raspberry sorbet. When one of our kids had a party foul, they took care of him. Great service. The shop itself is small but clean, and there's outdoor seating. Best for getting a cone to go while you enjoy your walk around town.

Amazing little ice cream shop with great prices and tons of options. There's a nice field in the…read moreback for kids to run once they've finished their food. Amazing find!

I always try to support local, but tonight was my last visit. As my food was handed out the window,…read morea topping fell onto the outdoor public counter, and the employee picked it up with her bare hands and threw it right back onto the food. The staff is completely untrained, unhygienic, and too busy gossiping to follow basic food safety. Take your money elsewhere.

The best ice cream in Ithaca, and that is saying something in a town known for great ice cream. The…read morelocation south of Ithaca is worth the drive, but check to be sure it's open first. I think he's at the Ithaca Farmer's Market, too. Unusual flavors give Dennis' creations the edge. Black Jack is one of my faves, but the gingersnap is a close second. Honestly, they are all fabulous.

We have tried all of the ice cream establishments in Ithaca, and I vote for Dennis' as the BEST…read more His unique flavors are innovative and subtle and the classics hit the spot. The environment at his stand is beautiful and the value for the money is excellent.

CASH ONLY! I loved this place. Their soft serve was really great, and they also offer hard ice…read morecream with vegan options, plus a gluten free and vegan cookies and cream. I got the chocolate soft serve with rainbow sprinkles and it was the perfect sweet treat. If you only want a little something, you can get a kids size like I did, but they also have small, medium, and large sizes too. One thing to know is that it is cash only. If you do not have cash, they may offer an IOU like they did for us. There is an ATM next door, but I had issues with it not accepting my card, and my friends had the same problem, so I ended up paying in quarters. They were very kind and patient about it though. The line can get pretty long, but it moves quickly, so it is not a bad wait at all. It would be nice if there was more seating, especially since so many people come here, but overall it is still a really great stop for ice cream.

Cute seasonal ice cream spot in Ithaca!…read more Located in downtown- the line can get pretty long in the evenings- even on weekdays. Cash only so be prepared. I am partial to soft serve but have tried both their hard icecream and soft serve. I prefer their soft serve but wish they had more flavors. I tried the classic chocolate twist and the two berry twist soft serves. In the two berry twist, I didn't like the pink flavor- it was too icy and more like a sorbet/dole whip than true soft serve. I liked the purple flavor thought! Overall, I still frequent Sweet Melissa's for softserve close to Cornell! Would recommend!

Decided to pop into Purity on a whim and was given great recommendations for flavors by Liam, Jack…read moreand Casey! Tried the madigan mint, sleepers awake and almond joyous Great service, ice cream and vibes!!!

So many flavors to choose from! The ice cream is incredibly creamy without being overly sweet,…read morewhich lets the flavors really shine. Everything we tried was delicious, and the quality was excellent. Definitely a place worth visiting if you love rich, flavorful ice cream.

Best ice cream shop in Corning!!!! Me and my boyfriend stopped here along our journey through the…read moretown after the glass museum and they were nothing but friendly and smiles helping us out!! We love supporting small businesses and they have been running for quite some time! We love the originality :) we plan to come back again!

I use to spend the night in Corning on my truck route. When there, I always stopped by for a shake…read more Love the service and friend ship! I always visit at least once a year to see Randy & his wife.