Essex Ice Cream Cafe

2314 Main Street, Essex
(518) 863-3060

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Came here in the morning on our bike tour along the Empire State Trail, lured by reviews talking about hand pies. They did not disappoint. Despite being swamped by hungry cyclists and other patrons, the staff were courteous and quick to get food packed, heated, and drinks served.

Coffee was hot and delicious. Hand pies were savory. I even bought some coffee cake to go and enjoyed it later in the day.
What a great find! I wish I lived closer and could stop in more often. Delicious house-made hand pies, soups, and cake! The owner, Kim, is a whirlwind of energy and wants only to please. Whipped up a gluten-free concoction in a second, along with beef hand pie and yummy chocolate cake that was out of this world. Love love love the Essex Ice Cream Cafe!
Ownership of this place has exchanged hands a handful of times in the past 5 years. That said, current owner I think has taken the best/perfect balance/approach, and is doing a great job 🤗. Great espresso coffee as a treat (versus your typical everyday drip coffee at gas station - she has both + tea though 👍🏼), a great selection of homemade meals and desserts, cute artisan goods, groceries, frozen foods, ice cream, and much more.

My one reccomendation...

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