This is supposedly one of the most popular gelato spots in New York. I went once at 6 PM and once…read moreat 9 PM, and both times there were long lines. But the taste is great, the portions are huge, and it's definitely worth it! Pistachio: The pistachio flavor is very strong, even a bit salty. Those who like it will love it, while those who don't might find it strange--for example, my dad thought it tasted like salted fish. No Sugar Added Hazelnut: The best of the bunch. The nutty and creamy aroma of hazelnuts is rich, and because no sugar is added, it's not too sweet. A pure yet exquisite flavor. Strawberry Mascarpone & Ricotta: Amazing! It tastes like strawberry cheesecake! The perfect amount of cheese, combined with the refreshing strawberry jam, is simply wonderful. Cranberry: A very simple fruit sorbet. Most people might find it too sour, but for someone like me who loves sour flavors and had just eaten in Thai restaurant like Tha Phraya, it was perfect. Refreshing, natural, and helps cut through the greasiness.

Lovely atmosphere and decor here. They absolutely nail the modern, ice cream shop aesthetic. Super…read moreclean. Spacious tables. Wonderful spot to lounge. Lots of interesting gelato flavors. I settled on the pistachio creme brulee (one flavor). It was a creme brulee base with pistachios mixed in. The texture was a little more liquidy than what I expect from gelato. Flavor was less bold and less creamy than what I expect as well. Ate a lot more like a sorbet. Pricey at about $10 for a small waffle cone (excluding rip). Service was quick and polite.

Really good fro-yo. They had a lot of different flavors, I ended up getting the pumpkin, cookies…read moreand cream, and birthday cake flavor. All of them were really good, super creamy and sweet. They had all their toppings available fresh including gummy bears, italian cookies, fruits, popping boba, cookie dough, and more. My order was around $6.50. They had some seats and tables inside but I took it togo and it was still good. Will definitely be returning !

this is my Fav location in the city .. it's so spacious so you aren't maneuvering around the other…read morepeople in the shop. They have tons of flavors .. my Favs at the moment are Salted Butter & Oat Milk iced coffee ..

About a year ago, when I walked by Lilo Creamery on First Avenue between 81st and 82nd Streets. I…read morewas surprised by a poster that was attached to their front foor, explaining that the fzmily had been in tbe restaurant business on the upper east side for msny years and were now opening up this new ice cresm shop. I liked their personalzed story. This wasn't a chain or franchise nor was it osned by a corporate conglomerate but a " Mom & Pop" shop. When I walked by, it was early in the morning and they weren't open but I planned to return. Yesterday, although it was an unusually cold and rainy afternoon in April and I was thinking, I would have preferred buying a hot cup of coffee, I hallened upon Lilo's and decided tonwalk inside. I was immediately impressed by their incredible selection of ice creams that are written in colorful chalk on the walls of their store! To my amazement, they buy homemade ice creams from all over the country and have, if possible the mighedt selection imaginable. They slso sell soft serve yogurt as well as ice cream and have a very impressive selection of " add ons" ( sprinkles, etc) . I was slso surprised by their selection of different cone options including gluten free and pretzel ! Since I was in the mood for coffee, Sonam, offered me two options, and J chose coffee with cookies. It was DELICIOUS! Having read some of the other reviews, especially some of the negative ones regarding their prices, I did not think that the cost was out of line since you canesdy spend over 10 dollars in domebof these high end ice cream shops. Of course, you could go to Mc Donald's and buy a cone for a dollar but you might not be eating anything that has milk or cream. ! I loved Lilo Creamery and while it's many blocks from where I live, I'll definitely be returning soon!

Nice option for ice cream on the UES. Vanilla soft serve with M&Ms blended in was…read more really good! Almost as good as Milk & Cream (RIP). Pricey but not too bad.

I LOVE THE GELATO AT VENCHI. I have visited at least 3 or more of their locations in Manhattan and…read morethe consistency and quality is excellent. I know I can count on a delicious, satisfying GELATO OR SORBET. And NICE SERVICE, TOO!! I definitely recommend that you stop in, if you are lucky enough to be at a VENCHI GELATO LOCATION. Enjoy!!

After lunch the next best thing is dessert, this place is well known and I finally have a chance to…read morecome by and try some of their gelato. I like the concept of getting a chance to sample a few flavors before picking the ones I want. In the end I went with pistachio, it was rich and full of pistachio flavor unlike most places. There was a decently sized line and there aren't any dine in seats that I could see, but a nice grab and go spot for the summer.

I was hesitant at first because, honestly, I thought this was just a candy store. I'm so glad I…read moredecided to give it a try! They have a great selection of both candy and ice cream, with lots of fun ways to customize your treat. When you walk up to the door, you'll be greeted by a friendly gentleman who takes your order (I forgot his name). If you stop by, be sure to compliment his bowling shirt. he's had it for over 16 years and takes incredible pride in keeping it looking great. It was such a fun conversation and really showed his personality. He was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and genuinely enjoys interacting with people. You can tell he takes pride not only in his shop but also in providing outstanding customer service. Great treats, great atmosphere, and even better service. I'll definitely be back!

My daughter and her friend walked there for dessert and found the service (the son of the owner…read morehelped them) to be very friendly and they absolutely loved what they ordered (brownie, cookie and an ice cream sundae). Happy to have discovered this neighborhood spot!

An Upper East Side staple! I've never been upset with any flavor I've chosen here, honestly. They…read morehave an incredibly expansive menu AND just a note that they have some additional flavors beyond what's in the showcase typically - like mint chocolate chip and some of the liquor/wine flavors! Their sprinkle-and-chocolate laden cones are delightful. My only complaint would be that the shop is kinda small so it's more of a pickup and go kind of place - so keep that in mind if you're looking for a sit-down situation.

I have a hard time finding orange sherbert - I'm so happy they have it even in the fall. The…read moreservice is fast and friendly and they seem to really pack the containers :) I saw people comment on the staff attitude and maybe they came on a different day, but the two men working this evening were great! I will definitely return since I live close by and I finally found orange sherbert

Van Leeuwen is the perfect spot for a hot summer day! The service was friendly, and they had so…read moremany unique and delicious flavors to choose from. I decided to get the Hojicha (roasted green tea) flavor today, and it was absolutely delicious. I love hojicha, it's my favorite Japanese tea because of its deep, roasted flavor, and it paired perfectly with the creamy richness of the ice cream. The flavor was smooth, balanced, and not overly sweet. A single scoop was the perfect amount for me and really hit the spot! Definitely a great place to cool down and treat yourself on a hot day.

My wife, daughter, and I visited on July 4 around 1:00 PM for ice cream. While paying at the…read moreregister, a sharp piece of peeling paint or coating from the counter went underneath my fingernail, causing it to bleed. The employee assisting me was kind and immediately asked a coworker to get a Band-Aid. Unfortunately, the second employee's response was disappointing. Rather than asking if I was okay or apologizing, she told me to "go home and take it out," walked away, and slammed the ice cream covers down. The original employee ended up apologizing for her coworker's behavior. Accidents can happen, but empathy and professionalism matter. I hope the damaged counter is repaired and staff receive additional customer service training so future customers are treated with more care and respect.

Pinkberry is the OG for tart frozen yogurt and IMO is still the best. It's been a minute since I've…read morehad their frozen yogurt and it's just as good as I remember. The lady at the counter was very nice and let us sample as many flavors as we wanted. I ended up getting the pomegranate and original tart and it was delicious!

This review is purely biased based by my nostalgic love of Pinkberry…read more At the beginning of the Froyo craze, I used to get the original tart at a local Pinkberry at least once a week. After the hype faded out in the 2010s, I thought I'd never see another Pinkberry again. Imagine my surprise when I saw this place across the street from where I was dining with a couple of friends. It was inevitable that I'd make a beeline for it right after my dinner. As usual, I got the original tart with my favorite mix-ins: a scoop of melted chocolate crunch, cheesecake bites, mochi, strawberry, kiwi, and blueberries. The froyo wasn't as creamy as what I was used to, but it was still really good and satisfying to my craving. Similar to most Pinkberries, the shop itself was a bit small in space, so it's more fitting for a quick visit. Too bad I don't live in NYC, otherwise I'd definitely hit up this spot (and the other Pinkberry shops) a lot more often!

This is my fourth time at Yogurt Club, and their monthly special flavors just keep getting better…read more Compared to the other viral froyo spots in NYC, I love that Yogurt Club leans into more Asian-inspired flavors. This month they're serving both mango sticky rice frozen yogurt AND dry greek yogurt, and they don't skimp on the juicy mangoes or coconut sticky rice at all! ＊Mango Sticky Rice Frozen Yogurt $13.49 (S), $15.49 (M) I loved how tart and refreshing the mango froyo is. The coconut sticky rice isn't as sweet, so it pairs perfectly with the juicy mangoes. This is my favorite flavor they've launched so far. ＊Mango Sticky Rice Greek Yogurt $13.99 (S), $15.99 (M) I'm a huge fan of their dry greek yogurt--it's thick but still very creamy. It definitely has more than enough mango puree and condensed milk to make the greek yogurt less "dry" if you aren't into dry yogurt. Paired with the sticky rice, it honestly feels more like a meal than a dessert.

Nice little shop close to levain, very small seating inside. The staff was very welcoming and…read moreoffered frozen yogurt samples. I follow the owners instagram for her nail content so I was curious to travel across coast to try haha. The strained yogurt is thick, similar to how you make it at home with press (thick, dry) not as smooth as labneh (which has a more tofu smooth like texture). It is thick, isn't sour, but also doesn't have a super rich in cream flavor. The toppings seem healthily made (canned/ from scratch granola) , but just seemed kind of empty for the price. They would do well with better packaging (smaller, maybe like gelato cups) and a better price point for customized options. It feels healthy and is a good snack. The froyo didn't really catch my eye or taste buds when I sampled. I also got a dubai chewy cookie which was a hit for the bite and surprisingly I was able to share it amongst quite a bit of people. Not too dry or sweet, decent flavor and overall solid experience. Not as big as the other one I've seen or super high quality, but its a good starting/first try one. The packaging did break apart in the bag I had and dust things with cocoa powder lol. Please check your teeth after biting. Overall, aesthetic staff. I feel for the price paid I'd rather have meals but Im also not from new york so maybe its common for the COL.

Excellent ice cream here! Most flavors are simple classic flavors and I like it that way. I also…read morelike their chocolate covered frozen bananas.

There is a fair amount of options for ice cream here. The ice cream is good and the worker who…read moreserved me and my guest was nice.