50 Best Ice Cream Shops near Colonia

“I went to Harvey's Ice Cream after the Tim Horton's last night on May 19, 2026 in Colonia, NJ and I wanted to give them 5 stars, however I chose to give them 2 stars.

I did not want to give 2 Stars. I tend to look for the best and will give people the benefit of the doubt, however there was a large communication gap with those running this store. When I arrived the doors were locked and lights were off. Someone in a car drove past and said they would be back in 5 minutes then in the next breath said 30 minutes. I said I would wait. Then literally less than 5 minutes a person arrived and unlocked the store and I got a Ferraro and Nutella Gelato. I took pictures sharing I would write a review.

There was a language barrier with the employee serving me Gelato then the Manager named Jack came in and explained what was available. No Milkshakes, only scoops. I was told store was promotion only as they were the lab that bulk made the products for their other stores. I was also told they would be closing end of the month and moving the store to Edison.

I asked if there was any Chemicals and Additives in their gelato and they said no. I was told it was all natural. The Ferraro and Nutella Gelato was good.

I do not want to give 2 stars, but I cannot give 5 stars. I thought about giving 3 Stars, however what bothered me the most was being told when they were stepping out to run an errand they simply turned off the open lighted sign. I recommended they hand write a sign because I cannot read their mind looking at a locked store with a lighted sign turned off, if or when they will return.

Worth the visit? I do not know. Though I am exploring making my own Ice Cream and Gelato at home, I would like to give them another chance and visit their next store in Edison, NJ after they move and try their Rasmalai Gelato and Rasmalai Gelato Milkshake.

I wish Harvey Ice Cream the best with future success.

Update from my Tuesday May 19, 2026 review:

I stopped by Harvey's Ice Cream in Colonia, NJ May 31, 2026 last day of May. I gave them the benefit of the doubt and wanted to give them another chance. I am glad I did.

I had a different experience and a greater understanding of the situation, as reason for upgrading the 2 stars to 4 stars.

I will update further my experience and explain why I upgraded to 4 stars by the end of this month.“

“Very nice,friendly. Tasty flavors and many choices to choose from.“

“it is really good I definitely recommend“

“Soooo many amazing flavors“

“Tried the new Woodbridge location twice now and WOW! The Rocky Road and Chocolate were out of this world. We will definitely be repeat customers.“

“Today was our second time getting take out, ordered two different dishes and both were excellent as were the two we got a week ago. They "get it" when it comes to balanced flavor, variety of veggies and even the way they cut them with a special slicer was perfect. Truly Thai is now our go-to Thai food destination. I hope it doesn't change and they keep up this quality.“

“We were there around 2:10 on Sunday, Dec 7. the girl working then she was so polite and so sweet and stunning. Just giving the time so you know who she is — she was great. The coffee was excellent too! the place is very pretty as well it was my first time trying there coffee and I loved it“

“John is great and always has a smile on his face and is super nice and friendly , highly recommend for party’s or a just to go hang out place!“

“I recently visited this place, and as usual, it was quite busy. They offer a much wider variety of ice cream flavors compared to other places. We tried the Toasted Coconut and Almond Coconut flavors, and both were rich, creamy, and full of flavor. The staff was very kind, helpful, and provided excellent customer service. Overall, it was a great experience, and I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for delicious ice cream. 🍦🥥“

“The girl who works there was super nice! Such a good service. She let me try different flavors of the ice cream and over all a good time. 100% would recommend. If you want good service and good ice cream definitely come here❤️ I also loved the hand drawn bag. Shes so sweet!“

“I love all the flavors I’ve tried so far, but the Graham Central Station is incredible!!!“

“Best ice cream and cookies in Westfield!“

“delish!! perfect for a hot, summer day“

“We recently hired Danny’s Soft Serve Ice Cream Truck for our event, and it was absolutely perfect! I actually found them because they’re always driving around our neighborhood, and everyone gets excited when they hear that music coming down the street. So when it came time to book an ice cream truck, choosing Danny’s was a no-brainer. The service was super friendly, the ice cream was delicious, and the whole setup added such a fun vibe to our event. All of our guests, kids and adults loved it! Danny was punctual, easy to work with, and made everything feel effortless.“

“Me and my neighbor decided to try Crispý Cones in Conroe, TX and it was really good!! The staff was friendly, especially Taylor who gave us the whole run down of the menu. Definitely will go back again. I want to try the hot cones now!!!“

“Super friendly staff. Awesome ice cream flavors Delicious“

“Thank you for sharing your delicious ice cream with our Staff for Teacher appreciation!“

“Thank you for making the BEST cake!! I came in a few hours before graduation and asked to decorate the cake on each side. The woman who decorated the cake did an amazing job!“

“friendly staff, delicious ice cream and beautiful Christmas trees!“

“What a treasure of a find and right in town! Excellent customer service and so quick and efficient! Delicious gelato and we are looking forward to enjoying the heath bar ice cream cake for my son’s birthday 😊 We will continue to be repeat customers for sure!“

“Such a good place! Everything was delicious and they have a very unique menu. They make these bubble waffle cones fresh per order that are delicious and the prices are great. Staff was super super friendly. My family of 5 was very pleased. I live in NYC and will definitely be back. Thank you speakfreezy ❤“

“Great service, awesome choices, large portions.“

“love the ice cream here and great service🤗🤗“

“one of the best carvels! always spotless , great customer service and always helping the community!!@!@ please support local“

“Most delicious custard, I personally love the twist 😋 on the waffle cone!“

“el helado de chocolate con oreo“

“I had vanilla ice cream in a cone with the chocolate dip. 1 thing I can say after all these years the ice cream had not changed!!!!“

“This ice is great! And the family service is amazing! Thanks for your help in getting me started with my cart.“

“Great ice cream, even while waiting on line there’s a great vibe. By the way, I had the cherry vanilla!“

“it was good“

“friendly people serve you sweet treats. it can't get any better.“

“Lots of flavor variety. Wish the sugar free/ NSA flavors were listed on the menu .“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Hidden Gem in NJ – Salaam Ice Cream Parlor is a Must-Visit
it’s a full experience. The place is vibrant, clean, and welcoming, with a unique cultural charm that sets it apart from your typical ice cream shop .
The ice cream in question? rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor. Whether you’re into classic vanilla bean or want to try something new . every scoop is crafted with care and creativity. The waffle cones are crisp and honestly addictive.
What truly makes Salaam stand out is the exceptional customer service. The staff is friendly and patient. You can tell they genuinely care about the community and the people who walk up to get icecream.

Whether you’re a local or just passing through, Salaam Ice Cream Parlor deserves a spot at the top of your list. It’s more than a sweet treat—it’s a place that brings people together.“

“Big portions and super fresh ice cream! Service staff rocks!“

“10/10 service, i personally LOVE crumbl. One male worker was very tall and generous he also greeted us when we walked in. after i recieved my order he had generously put a bunch of dubai in my cup which made my day even better. would say i’d come again but i have already.“

“Great place! I stopped by for some ice cream and had a really good experience. The girl at the register was very polite, friendly, and helped me choose — she suggested some flavors and made the decision much easier.

The ice cream itself was delicious, you can really taste the quality and freshness. There’s a wide variety of flavors and good portion sizes.

I’ll definitely come back again and highly recommend this place 👍“

“I personally recommend this establishment that's sweet and delicious for all ICECREAM LOVERS ALIKE! OWNER AND STAFF ARE VERY POLITE AND COURTEOUS! THE PRICES ARE PERFECT FOR ANY BUDGET THAT YOU MIGHT HAVE! KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK! DPW AND I LOVE YOUR PRODUCTS AND YOU AS A BUSINESS OWNER KEEP YOUR ESTABLISHMENT IMPECCABLE! GOD BLESS AND CONTINUED SUCCESS!“

“It's the bomb....great flavors and service...yeahhh“

“The young lady who took my order today was wonderful. Polite and didn't rush me and my granddaughter. Thank you.“

“Love Frozen Flamingo!! Great options for anyone!! Sarah even accommodates those who want all natural options!!!!! Highly recommend her unsweet tea and lemonade!!!! So refreshing!!!“

“I got the Dubai sundae . It was the best ice cream sundae I’ve ever had. The ice cream was fresh with different textures . Nice flavor and not too sweet. Madison made a great sundae . Highly recommend !!!! I’d add a photo but I ate it so fast!!!!! 😀“

“I came here yesterday walking around after the mall was closed and the kind gentleman running this little car scooped me and my daughter up one last time even though he was closing up and could’ve told me to come back tomorrow. Can’t forget to add it was absolutely delicious. Didn’t catch his name but he dread locs I think. What a class act! You guys have the right people under your wing. Thank you.“

“The mango sticky rice here is phenomenal! I love Icy Melon sm! There’s always less people than Mango Mango and the food always comes out so quick and good. My bf and I come here at least once a week and everything is always so delicious.“

“Great ice cream and soup!“

“Saffron in Piscataway offers an exceptional Indian dining experience, blending authentic flavors with an elegant ambiance. The diverse menu, welcoming staff, and beautifully crafted dishes make it a must-visit for food lovers!“

“I ordered a #Cinderellacake custom made #perfect for my granddaughter’s’ 1st birthday and the employees are very polite the young lady that took my order was very nice.“

“I absolutely love this shop, my go-to spot no matter the mood! The staff are always friendly and provide great service.

Best value for quality and quantity. My favorites are Monkey Madness and Moody Mango, and their bubble teas are perfectly balanced not too sweet.

Everything here is consistently delicious and never disappoints!“

“I was Happy to try the Flamethrower Burger w/Fries,along with a Medium drink/Flurry(Awesome service worthy of 10,000/10,000 of awesomeness)“

“Love love love love love love this place and their customer service wouldn't get ice cream anywhere else. Super family orientated.

Latest creation
Eclair mixed with cookies and cream and hot fudge topped with cinnamon churro topped with cones crushed and cookie crumbles“

“This place has amazing fro yo and is a very safe place to go during this pandemic. You order online and within minutes they deliver your yogurt to your car, taking proper precautions. They give your toppings and yogurt seperatly so you could mix and match anything!“