We stopped by to try an Egg Cream (which, amusingly, contains neither egg nor cream) — a frothy mix of milk, fizzy water, and syrup. We’re glad we gave it a try! Ray served us with a smile, and the place itself is full of history — it even has its own Wikipedia page. A fun and memorable experience!
Carmen Eve
great place
armani esquea
nice staff when i went but the ice cream was horrible i didn’t even eat it i took one scoop and the cookies and cream ice cream didn’t even taste like ice cream it tastes like sour milk almost i had to pass it to a friend to verify and check and he said the same thing
Amaya D'Souza
Delicious beignets and the nicest people
Victor Florintsev
This place is legendary
Mick
Tasty Softserve!
Mak Isa Kustric
Fried oreos were pretty good, but generally nothing special. Dont think it is worth the reviews it has. But not bad. Prices is actually very reasonable:)
Ratchet Andclank
I have gone multiple times and they have been closed every single time. They are definitely NOT 24 hours. One time is a fluke. Two times maybe could be a coincidence, but multiple times is a load of bs. This place is absolutely 100% not open 24 hours and who flipping knows when it actually opens or closes.
Aleeza Malik
The fried oreos and ice cream are sooo delicious and amazing I love coming here best sweets!! and very kind service
Saw the story of the owner Ray and I just had to visit. Drove from Staten Island with my son just to meet this beautiful human being not forgetting very hardworking. As we stepped inside he walked in behind us and with a big smile he said hello. I said hello Mr Ray can I have a pic with u and he smiled and said sure. We chat a bit, I told him I was from Trinidad and Tobago and he knew where it was close to. I must say for his age (92) he's moves around very strong and energetic. I wanted to just stand and chat with him. His store is very nostalgic, we had egg cream which was delicious. Told me his b'day was on Jan 1st and that he takes his rest in between during the day. Such a beautiful soul. The lovely lady behind the counter was such a doll. I pray God bless him with many more years. I truly and highly recommend this place.
Steven Machuca
Great fried Oreos. Really charming setting.
Dylan *
Great food!
Peter Paul
Came here at night, and you’re going to deal with the most unprofessional, stoned people. Workers were smoking cigarettes indoors on 09/13/25 at 12:12 a.m. No one here works either for purpose or care. Good spot, but the workers are completely disassociated. Every worker here except for 1 person seemed new.
Eric Klein
Rays is a legendary place. It's like walking into Willie Wonka's. I have been coming here for 45 years and Ray is an icon. He is one of the great things about NY, as is his store. I would vote for him as the mayor! Not only are his fries, egg creams, milk shakes, fried Oreos and beignets touched by heaven but his store is a welcoming oasis in a world that should apprecciate this more than it does. I love Ray and all he represents. May his store and him live forever! I have been a customer since the 70's and although I rarely get a chance to see Ray any more, I used to come in here after a bar night in the east village back in the day and end my night with fries and an egg cream! Ray seriously deserves a medal!
Very nice customer support.
We stopped by to try an Egg Cream (which, amusingly, contains neither egg nor cream) — a frothy mix of milk, fizzy water, and syrup. We’re glad we gave it a try! Ray served us with a smile, and the place itself is full of history — it even has its own Wikipedia page. A fun and memorable experience!
great place
nice staff when i went but the ice cream was horrible i didn’t even eat it i took one scoop and the cookies and cream ice cream didn’t even taste like ice cream it tastes like sour milk almost i had to pass it to a friend to verify and check and he said the same thing
Delicious beignets and the nicest people
This place is legendary
Tasty Softserve!
Fried oreos were pretty good, but generally nothing special. Dont think it is worth the reviews it has. But not bad. Prices is actually very reasonable:)
I have gone multiple times and they have been closed every single time. They are definitely NOT 24 hours. One time is a fluke. Two times maybe could be a coincidence, but multiple times is a load of bs. This place is absolutely 100% not open 24 hours and who flipping knows when it actually opens or closes.
The fried oreos and ice cream are sooo delicious and amazing I love coming here best sweets!! and very kind service
Restaurantji Recommends
Saw the story of the owner Ray and I just had to visit. Drove from Staten Island with my son just to meet this beautiful human being not forgetting very hardworking. As we stepped inside he walked in behind us and with a big smile he said hello. I said hello Mr Ray can I have a pic with u and he smiled and said sure. We chat a bit, I told him I was from Trinidad and Tobago and he knew where it was close to. I must say for his age (92) he's moves around very strong and energetic. I wanted to just stand and chat with him. His store is very nostalgic, we had egg cream which was delicious. Told me his b'day was on Jan 1st and that he takes his rest in between during the day. Such a beautiful soul. The lovely lady behind the counter was such a doll. I pray God bless him with many more years. I truly and highly recommend this place.
Great fried Oreos. Really charming setting.
Great food!
Came here at night, and you’re going to deal with the most unprofessional, stoned people. Workers were smoking cigarettes indoors on 09/13/25 at 12:12 a.m. No one here works either for purpose or care. Good spot, but the workers are completely disassociated. Every worker here except for 1 person seemed new.
Rays is a legendary place. It's like walking into Willie Wonka's. I have been coming here for 45 years and Ray is an icon. He is one of the great things about NY, as is his store. I would vote for him as the mayor! Not only are his fries, egg creams, milk shakes, fried Oreos and beignets touched by heaven but his store is a welcoming oasis in a world that should apprecciate this more than it does. I love Ray and all he represents. May his store and him live forever! I have been a customer since the 70's and although I rarely get a chance to see Ray any more, I used to come in here after a bar night in the east village back in the day and end my night with fries and an egg cream! Ray seriously deserves a medal!
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