50 Best Ice Cream Shops in New York

“Stopped in for some gelato, Leonardo was helpful in making our decisions, patient and pleasant. We will definitely go back when we come back to Bologna.“

“You don’t have to travel to Italy 🇮🇹 to taste the best and authentic Italian gelato in the city. Venchi is my favorite place if I’m craving for something sweet. Great service with friendly staff. Highly recommended.“

“A few years ago, I was hired to write a series of articles about regional Italian cuisine. Since then, I have been looking for traditional Italian gelato. Until yesterday, I have been consistently disappointed. But this? It was absolutely EVERYTHING I had dreamed about. The prices weren't ridiculous, the bathroom was PRISTINE, the staff were helpful and friendly and it was incredibly, amazingly delicious. My only complaint is that I live too far away from your stores to get it very often. But about that? My hips are less upset about the distance. :) I will definitely be back, though!“

“Todo lo que halla jajajaja muy rico“

“Excellent ice cream in a wide array flavors from the most conventional to surprising new ideas. Sparkling clean shop with professionally servers. Couldn’t have been more delighted with our visit.“

“I stopped by Venchi Chocolate Place and had an amazing experience. I want to give a special shoutout to Gina — she was super helpful, super sweet, and incredibly patient. I didn’t know what to choose, and she guided me through everything with such a friendly attitude.

She recommended a few chocolates, including the pistachio one, and wow… I absolutely loved it.
The chocolates here are top-quality, but Gina’s service made the visit even better.

Thank you, Gina, for the great recommendation and for being so kind.
This place is officially one of my favorites now.“

“We happened by last Friday and I asked for a recommendation. I tried the cookies and caramel and it was the best ice cream I've had in a long time! I have thought about it multiple times since returning home from our trip! It's so good!☺️👏“

“Everything about Venchi is amazing. The staff could not have been nicer. The person helping us knew exactly what was vegan and the chocolate gelati was delicious. The raspberry and strawberry were yummy too - just nothing compared to the chocolate. Even the coffee had vegan options. If you’re in the area, must stop!“

“Stopped in for some gelato, Leonardo was helpful in making our decisions, patient and pleasant. We will definitely go back when we come back to Bologna.“

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“Place is awesome, and love their gelatos and sorbets. My mom loves the Fuji Apple flavored sorbet“

“My daughter loved the cupcakes, and i loved their price as well as the decor and feel of the bakery. Home has changed lots since ive moved. The only thing that could be better was the person at the register, he was highly engaged in his phone so his responses/interaction was quick short, kind of like he didnt want to be bothered. Overall the place the is 😍“

“Love it the area is so welcoming and we didn’t have to wait long they recommended items and helped us pick our options scratchatela was very good. Would definitely recommend“

“All of the soft serve is amazing but i hella enjoyed their Woodside today! Ube with mochi and toasted coconut flakes was perfection!“

“delicioso helado para adultos, el local, muy bueno.“

“Finally went & was not disappointed. Just the treat I needed 😋😛“

“This place offers around nine types of vegan gelati, including water-based (sorbets) and almond milk-based gelati. The gelati is excellent and very tasty. My one complaint is that they don't allow you to have just one scoop: two scoops is the minimum (for around $9); since the gelato was very filling, one scoop would actually do fine.“

“Excellent quality Italian gelato, rich flavors and smooth texture rarely found outside of Italy. Place is very cute like eating in a story book hut. Got the large size ($12) very disappointed finding a sizable air pocket at bottom of the gelato cup. 1 star taken off because feeling ripped off.“

“It’s Carvel - been eating their soft serve since I was a kid. It’s always on point. This Carvel is clean and the staff is super nice (been there twice this week, don’t judge). The lack of the 5th star is there is only outdoor seating and because of location, someone is always sitting there,“

“Caramel miso gelato is outstanding. Beautifully balanced flavours with gentle umami from the miso and a smooth, sweet caramel finish. Rich but not overwhelming, very well executed.
Service is friendly and pleasant, adding to the overall experience. A great spot for interesting, well thought out gelato flavours.“

“This is immediately my new favorite dessert place. The flavors are very unique and actually all so good. Right amount of sweetness and great texture bc they all have a crunch or some type of added element. The sesame drizzle was so delicious I’m going to buy the bottle next time. Got the banana pudding and the toasted rice. So good that I bought a pint of it. The pint was like $14 which is a bit expensive but so worth it imo cause wow so good. The ice cream is $9 ish for 2 scoops and comes with free topping and free drizzle. A really good hefty sized scoops. Also the lady was such a vibe she was so friendly and had great recs. I will be a regular for sure“

“Stopped by and had a strawberry green tea. Best of luck, guys.“

“•Very pretty store!
•Gets crowded so expect some lines but it moves quite fast.
•Kind and approachable staff.
•Delicious candies! So fun to mix and try varieties of flavors.
•The hot cocoa is a must-try too. Unique presentation and perfect on a chilly nyc winter weather!“

“It’s a cute little place with amazing food! My daughter loved watching them make the rolled ice cream. The ice cream tasted delicious and fresh! The flavor we chose was Crispy Mango, which had mango and strawberry, topped with fresh fruit. I definitely recommend coming here.“

“Loved trying this new hot chocolate with gelato! Nicky helped me and my bestie and was super fun and welcoming to me and everyone that came in! Definitely coming back to visit and to get more gelato. 5/5 for sure!! She suggested pistacho with hot chocolate and it was THE BEST!!!! Go try it now even in this cold weather. Thank you Nicky 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽✨✨“

“I first discovered Van Leeuwen Ice Cream while exploring Hudson Yards 🍦✨ — one taste and I was instantly hooked. Creamy, indulgent, and creative with flavors that balance classic comfort and playful twists. It quickly became one of my favorite sweet stops in the city. 🌆💖

Their recent pink ice cream collab with Ed Sheeran was such a fun touch 🎶🍓💗 — proof that they’re not afraid to innovate while keeping quality top-notch. For anyone with a sweet tooth, Van Leeuwen is a must-try New York treat that never disappoints. 🙌🌸“

“This is the only reason I visit Chelsea Market when I am in town.“

“The ice cream at Tipsy Scoop is amazing. Great flavors. I bought a flight and got to try 4 flavors all delicious. my favorite was the mango margarita sorbet. I definitely plan to go back.“

“I’ve been here multiple times and always have a good experience, but Jess was the absolute best today. She’s so welcoming, inviting, and just an overall sweet person. The ice cream is amazing regardless, but having her be as bubbly and personable as she was really was a cherry on top.“

“Always a must whenever visiting the city! A person with a peanut allergies dream! Today we stopped by but the shop was closed for a private event, no worries tho because they served us our ice cream right outside in our car!! Felt so special and the kids were super excited!“

“Great ice cream and a great eating experience“

“I was entering the amorino when the ceiling started to fall. I saw my life flash before my eyes, but before I reached the end of the tunnel, Jayla and Mia lifted the ceiling to save me. Without them, I could’ve died. Now everytime I return to Amorino I remember the heroic ice cream workers that saved my life“

“Yum yum yum got the hazelnut ice cream sundae. Was one of the best sundaes i have ever had. The restaurant was super clean and the staff were super friendly. Reasonably priced especially being in the heart of time square. I will be going back on this trip. Five stars all round even in this cold January weather.“

“Always a Sunday treat for me. A nice addition having the kiosks. Friend team and environment.“

“I’ve been coming here for a while now, and gotta say I’ve loved everything I’ve tried there! If you’re coming I’d highly recommend the peach refresher, they make the peach jam in house and it’s delicious with tea or sparkling water. it’s a family run business, and the people are the nicest!! Please go and support them!“

“Thank you for having cruelty free ice cream options.“

“Had a delicious hot chocolate affogato here today and an absolutely wonderful experience overall! Linda and Blu were incredibly welcoming and patient while we decided what to order which made the visit even more enjoyable. It was such a fun stop—great treat with genuinely kind, helpful people. The outstanding service alone makes me want to keep coming back, and the gelato and hot chocolate were the perfect bonus!“

“This store is sooo cute and the chocolate is amazing. I like chocolate with nocciolo and it is very good there. Easy to get gifts, and staff super friendly and helpful.“

“The Best burguer i tasted 😍“

“We happened by last Friday and I asked for a recommendation. I tried the cookies and caramel and it was the best ice cream I've had in a long time! I have thought about it multiple times since returning home from our trip! It's so good!☺️👏“

“Can you remind the customer service people to wear proper health and safety wear to limit toxic substances while serving ice cream, such as face masks.bad breath and ice cream don’t mix well. It’s not appealing for someone buying a dessert.“

“A great spot for gelato, especially in the summer! The flavors we tried were all enjoyable — the pistachio was a bit on the sweeter side, while the coconut was light, creamy, and just perfect. The cookies and cream was also really good.

The quality of the gelato is definitely there, but the portion size is a bit small for the price, which might make some people think twice. Still, if you’re looking to treat yourself to some high-quality gelato, this place is worth a stop.“

“Seaport, Boston location. Staff MADE SURE I was picking the flavor that I really wanted. They wanted me to feel like a welcome tourist. Mission Accomplished.“

“Service was warm and friendly, always a huge plus. The Toffee Caramel, I believe it was, was phenomenal, very creamy and wonderful flavor. The Straciatella not so great, not very creamy or flavorful, wouldn’t recommend. I tried the Crème Brûlée after the fact and that was lovely as well.“

“We happened by last Friday and I asked for a recommendation. I tried the cookies and caramel and it was the best ice cream I've had in a long time! I have thought about it multiple times since returning home from our trip! It's so good!☺️👏“

“Our youngest daughter is home for the weekend from college, she wanted froyo. We searched a few places 1 that was closed and the 2nd had no froyo.
We found Frozen Love. It was further than we expected but let me tell you.
Was more than worth it. First let me start with the small clean shop. I always check for an uncleaned spill or garbage spilling out the can. The counters are excellently kept. No dust anywhere that I can see (even behind the register)
2nd of all let me tell you about the family member welcome that my wife, Daughter and I received from Moe.
His warmth, genuine smile and charm made us all 3 relaxed and comfortable in asking to try all of the 6 flavors they have(but flavors change every 2 weeks)
The 1st one I tried was the coconut.
And it was coconut. Not overly sweet but just enough.
Then I tried the lemon. Tasted like it was scooped right from the fruit.
All in all I give this small in size but huge in heart establishment Froyo place of the year...
Did I mention they make the froyo in-house and it's Greek style!
I love frozen yogurt. I like the franchise ones. But this little spot has won me over in just 1 visit..
Thank you Moe for your beyond excellent service.
We will be back..

Oh and by the way.
I got the Lemon mixed with Coconut and the original Tart flavor topped with Passionfruit and pomegranate boba..
And got one to take home...
If you like Froyo, forget the pink people and the 16 doorknobs(names changed to protect privacy) go get some real Frozen Love! 10/10!“

“Highly recommend Sedutto ice cream, such good customer service!!“

“Truly one of the best burgers I have ever had. The owner was working the counter when I was there and he has great customer service!! Was more than happy to explain the menu to us and give recommendations. Really reasonably priced for the city! The milkshake is the perfect way to end your meal!! Cannot recommend enough.“

“Can’t beat an ice cream shop with 50 years of history, friendly staff, ample portions, and sensible pricing. It’s a gem that is well worth a stop when you’re in the area. I went with pumpkin (so nice to see it) and vanilla chocolate chip on my most recent, and they were smooth and fluffy. A delight.“