Embark on a sweet journey through New York City’s iconic ice cream scene this summer. Whether you’re craving classic favorites or daring new flavors, these beloved ice cream parlors promise an escape from the summer heat, making them must-visit destinations.
Morgenstern’s Finest Ice Cream
Morgenstern’s Finest Ice Cream stands out as a new American ice cream parlor in NYC, dedicated to delivering a texture-driven and flavor-focused experience. Founder Nicholas Morgenstern meticulously crafts each recipe to preserve the integrity of the ingredients, avoiding additives or processed stabilizers. This dedication to quality allows each ice cream flavor to shine through, providing a truly unique and contemporary twist on a nostalgic treat. Morgenstern’s originality redefines how we enjoy ice cream, making it a must-visit spot for any ice cream enthusiast.
88 WEST HOUSTON STREET, NEW YORK, NY 10012
Van Leeuwan Ice Cream
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream began in 2008 with a yellow truck on the streets of NYC, driven by a mission to create ice cream that makes people feel good. The magic combination of milk, cream, eggs, and cane sugar—or coconuts, cashews, and oats for vegan options—creates something special. If it’s hard to pronounce, it’s probably hard to digest, so they keep it simple. They also offer delicious ice cream bundles, bars, and sandwiches, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
310 GREENWICH STREET, NEW YORK, NY 10013
OddFellows Ice Cream
OddFellows NYC is a distinguished small-batch ice cream company renowned for its boundless creativity. Since opening its first shop in Brooklyn in 2013, OddFellows has crafted over 500 unique flavors, along with modernized takes on classic favorites. In addition to traditional ice cream flavors like Vanilla Bean and Chocolate Chunk, OddFellows caters to vegan preferences with options like Vegan Coconut Mango Sticky Rice and Fruit Sorbet. An OddFellows ice cream float is an ideal summer indulgence, especially under the New York City sun.
44 WATER STREET, BROOKLYN, NY 11201
Soft Swerve
Soft Swerve is celebrated for its Asian-inspired flavors such as purple yam (ube), black sesame, and matcha. Everything is made in-house to maintain the highest quality and freshness. While Soft Swerve began with soft serve ice cream, they now offer frozen pints and sorbets, allowing customers to enjoy their flavors at home. Soft Swerve specializes in creating mouthwatering combinations, pairing their distinctive flavors with a variety of crunchies and drizzles. It has become a go-to spot for soft serve lovers throughout the city.
85B BAYARD STREET, NEW YORK, NY 10013
Gelateria Gentile
Since 1880, the art of homemade gelato has been cherished through generations, bringing an authentic taste of Italy across oceans. Today, Gelateria Gentile has brought this tradition to New York City, becoming a haven for gelato lovers. Their first store opened in Williamsburg in 2018, followed by locations in the West Village, Nolita, and University Place. At Gelateria Gentile, alongside their renowned homemade gelato, patrons can enjoy Italian coffee, pastries, semifreddo, and cakes. A specialty of theirs is the homemade coffee-flavored gelato, promising a true taste of Italy in every scoop.
