The place is really cute inside, old school. Not lot of seating but lots of gallons you can take to go and farm milk etc. The ice cream itself isn't the best I ever had, wouldn't go out of my way for this place but it's not a bad spot for a quick ice cream fix. read more

This is a really awesome local ice cream shop in Bethlehem PA. They stay open late until 10pm each night and they have tons of flavors that are locally made. I got German Chocolate Cake flavor on a waffle bowl and they added hot fudge at my request. Absolutely delicious and decadent. What more can you want from ice cream? And it seems to be continuously crowded so it's definitely doing something right! read more

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Bethlehem Dairy Store (aka "The Cup") is a historic ice cream parlor and dairy store that opened in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania in 1927. It was founded by Clifton Mowrer Sr. Originally named "Mowrers' Dairy Store", most customers referred to the establishment as "The Cup" due to the building's resemblance to a large milkshake cup. In 1954, the store was merged with the dairy operations of Suncrest Farms, with Mowrer serving as the president of Suncrest Farms until 1967. It was around this time when a larger building was constructed and the business was renamed "Bethlehem Dairy Store". In 1983, the business was sold to business partners Bill Burkhardt and Frederick Buckenmeyer. A secondary location, dubbed "The Cup at Lehigh", opened on the campus of Lehigh University in 2002. The Cup serves over 40 flavors of ice cream, as well as no sugar added ice cream, soft serve, sherbet, frozen yogurt, milkshakes, ice cream cakes, apple dumplings and Belgian waffles. My family and I visited the Cup this past summer while we were visiting relatives in the area. Our cousins told us all about an excellent ice cream parlor in town, so we all went for a drive after dinner. We were really impressed by the huge selection of flavors that they had. I was also interested to see that they also make Belgian waffles, which were advertised as "just like the ones served at the 1964 New York World's Fair". It just so happens that my father and both of my in-laws attended that fair, so I'm sure that they would have gotten a kick out of that. I ended up getting a cup of "Banana Peanut Butter", my wife had a cup of "Georgia Peach", and both of our sons had cups of "Cookie Monster". We were all happy with our choices; this is really good ice cream. If you're looking for a delicious frozen treat in Bethlehem, then look no further than the Cup! read more

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The place is truly amazing and ice cream is delicious. I will return again. The employees are very professional

The ice cream is nice and the staff is nice and nice gum ball mechin. Very nice place I recommend. Line is too long tho.

I thought that they had a lot of flavors and variety to choose from. Their peanut butter flavors were a bit salty. Staff was friendly and the vibe was a very "old timey" ice cream shop that pays homage to their deep roots in the bethlehem community. I would come again. read more

We love visiting this Ice Cream shop! Wish the Banana ice cream was year round. Everyone is so friendly and it's such a cute efficiently run experience. We recently moved to PA and we're looking to find a local ice cream shop that had this vibe. So glad we found it here!!!!! read more

Was surprised by the directions to find this little ice cream gem hidden off the beaten path.... Frankly any path near the epicenters of Bethlehem. Point is, it was well worth the extra drive time for our first ice cream treat of the summer season. Parking on site plus on street, organized with waiting. There is a line up outside but luckily under a tent so you don't melt waiting. They have an electronic indicator at the door informing next step in. Again, very organized. And they have a covered outdoor area with tables. So many flavors- regular hard ice cream and soft flavors... too many (haha). Was delicious. read more

(This is part of my year end sausage extruder series. I was here at some points(s) during the year - and/or maybe last year. What I remember is questionable and what may have changed is unquantifiable.) Bethlehem Dairy Store - The Cup - Mowrer's Depending on how long you've been in the area, one or more the names may apply to what this place has been called but at the end of the day, the one overriding theme here would be: Same as It Ever Was. Two random bullet points: Yes, this place does get insanely busy. The one thing that has changed is that since the pandemic, they've instituted a red/green stop light system for entering the building and a retractable rope set up for crowd queueing/control. Is it needed? At times, definitely. Don't want to deal with that? Head to their location on the southside on Lehigh's campus. You do sacrifice not having all of the flavors that this location has, but the Lehigh location is basically no wait, ever, especially in summer. The flavors are the flavors. A few Yelpers have things overstated in this area. Some things are made on site, others are not. Just like the majority of the flavors have been available for decades without fail. Sure, there are a few seasonal things, but it's only a few and they are not done in short runs. As an example, you'll see the pumpkin flavors in late September-early October the same as you'll see them two or three months later. Sure, every so often the milkshake I get maybe isn't as thick as it should be or my wife's sundae is 3/4 full versus the cup actually being filled with product but the overall appeal to coming here is their consistency and to a degree, in Bethlehem, where else are you going to go for a comparable experience? read more

The place is spotless. The servers are nice and courteous. The ice cream is amazing!! All I need to say!!

Amazing ice cream!! All the flavors looked delicious! I ordered the strawberry cheesecake and chocolate raspberry -- $6.50 for a large two scoops. My brother ordered the mint Oreo and chocolate brownie 10/10 strawberry cheesecake (wish there were real strawberries but still creamy and tasty) 8/10 chocolate raspberry (not too big of a fan for the raspberry syrup, but chocolate base was very rich) 10/10 mint Oreo (actual chunks of Oreo!) 10/10 chocolate brownie (love the bites of brownies!) Highly recommend swinging by and grabbing a scoop or two! There is plenty of parking and options. There's milkshakes, sundaes, gelatos, frozen yogurt, ice cream cookie sandwiches, ice cream cake and many other combinations of them! read more

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You know a place is good when it's near freezing temps and there is a line outside for ice cream. The staff was aware of the temps and did their best to keep things moving and to get people inside the establishment. They were friendly and knowledgeable. The Bethlehem Dairy Store has been around for 90 years, and I hope it stays for 90 more. read more

The best ice cream in the Valley, but not just that... some of the best ice cream anywhere! Loads of homemade flavors and different ice cream concoctions (ice cream sandwiches, dipped cones, banana splits, etc). Love the mint oreo and lemon cookie flavors with entire cookies packed inside. Plus non-dairy options for the lactose intolerant! Don't be put off by a long line, it moves fast! read more

On a nice day you may need to wait a bit to get in (they have a tent setup outside, and stop light system to let you know when you can come in) but it's well worth the wait. This place has everything. Home made ice cream, yogurt, soft serve, no sugar added ice cream, sherbet. There are lots of lots of ice cream flavors - there's a full list on their website. I shared a banana split with Dulce de Leche, Blueberry Cheesecake, and Chocolate. Amazing. read more

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Great ice cream and great prices. I love all of the choices and the staff is always friendly and upbeat.

We just keep coming back. By far the best ice cream in the LV. We prefer this location to Lehigh location for the long list of flavors available and the true old school vibe. Everything is just delicious and the counter staff are always friendly and knowledgeable. read more

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The line for this place was fairly long, but it went by pretty fast. They always change up their flavors on a weekly basis. The specials when I went were soft Black Raspberry & Strawberry flavors. The Strawberry soft serve was delicious. I recommend it. It was just the right amount that they gave out. It was nice and fluffy too. I would go back if I was in the area. read more

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Large selection of flavors, quick service and a hometown favorite for decades. Went there when I was in Liberty.

So cute! Ice cream is delicious and they give you a good amount of ice cream! Service was great! Price is good! read more

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Clean place with homemade ice cream. I especially LOVE the German Chocolate Cake ice cream! This flavor is seasonal which is very unfortunate!! There are so many flavors to choose from that it won't be a problem. This place is at least 15 miles from where I live but well worth the trip. Rita's has nothing on this place. I have been back a few times and plan on visiting there more. The service is quick even with a long line! read more

Amazing homemade ice cream!!!! So many flavors to choose from! You won't be disappointed! I'm there once a week, mostly for half gallon take outs. Service is always quick and precise and the ambiance is definitely a warm and welcoming classic ice cream parlor. read more

I'm doing this for my dad, since he doesn't have a smart phone. But he got a milkshake yesterday. And he was throwing up the whole way home, and that's all he ate yesterday. And he's been coming here for 20 years. So I'm not sure if the milk was bad or what but he still feels sick from it. read more

I got the pineapple. It was sugary and creamy, but surprisingly bland and generic and not very pineapple-y. The other flavors were a little better. All in all, not super impressed. Popular. Well-regarded by the locals. read more

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After a long dreary Winter, my wife and I were in the mood to enjoy a lovely Spring evening with some ice cream. Since it was mid-week, there wasn't much of a crowd. The line was short, and everything was nicely organized. The salt caramel cone was delicious and a wonderful way to ring in the turn of the season! read more

Best ice cream in the Lehigh valley. Line is usually out the door and for good reason. The ice cream is amazing! Fortunately the service is quick and the line moves along smoothly. I've never had a bad experience. Has a classic ice cream shop feel and comfortable outdoor seating for the summer. read more

Delicious fresh tasting ice cream a ton of flavors and very patient and helpful staff definitely recommend and all the ice cream looked delicious! Also a lot of seating and it was beautifully decorated for the holidays. read more

We come at least once a month, year round, for ice cream. To get here from Nazareth, we drive over 20 minutes and pass about 4 other options. By far it is the best in the entire Lehigh Valley. Do not hesitate to go. Always expect a line though, even in the dead of winter; it is very popular! They are very organized, and the line moves quickly. If you want the best, best ice cream, you need to try the sea salt caramel. Oh my goodness, so rich and creamy!!! Though you can't go wrong with any flavor on their very long list of homemade flavors. Enjoy!!!! read more

Oh My The Best Ice Cream I've Had In a Long Time. There are so many flavors to choose from. The staff is very patient and friendly. I enjoyed the coffee flavor ice cream is was authentic, not to sweet perfect. read more

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Quick service! Currently doing curbside only, you just call while in the parking lot, place order, and they bring it to your car! I was craving some fresh ice cream and was so grateful they were open. I got the Cookie Monster ice cream in a small cup and it was a good portion. Good prices too! They even brought a little whip cream cup for my pup :) read more

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Amazing ice cream, probably the best i've had in a while! However the only reason I am rating this as a 4 instead of a 5 is because of my milkshake. I order a plain vanilla milkshake and it did not taste good at all. In my experience of vanilla milkshakes, they normally taste like some sort of vanilla ice cream with milk but this... this just tasted like spoiled milk. I would have loved to enjoy it but I just couldn't. But otherwise, amazing place to go to quickly for some ice cream! service is amazing with the cashiers and servers being so sweet and quick. read more

Wish I could give them 6 stars. This place is the gold standard for fresh, fantastic, addictive ice cream.

Always a pleasure visiting this establishment. Although sometimes there's a long line out the door and around the building, the payoff is worth it! Very large selection of flavors to please everyone. Have other dairy products in coolers as well. Professional and friendly staff by and large. Most I assume are students, and these kids do a NICE job. Bottom line is, THIS place has lines around the building for a reason.... GO GET U SOME! read more

Absolutely incredible hand-dipped ice cream! Amazing selection of maybe 30 flavors. I tried a scoop of chocolate almond chip and chocolate peanut butter. Incredible! Very generous portions with the two scoops being at least a pint. My wife loves Cookie Monster and absolutely loved it from here. Cute place with high level of Covid-19 precautions. Friendly staff. Highly recommend! read more

Very friendly service and the place very cool and different. The ice cream is also very good and reasonably priced more than just ice cream. It's an experience. read more

The ice cream here is some of the best! I really enjoyed the pumpkin and pumpkin cheesecake ice creams in the fall. As good as a cup of their ice cream is, I especially love the milkshakes. Every milkshake flavor I've tried so far has made me very happy - eggnog, peanut butter cup, dulce de leche, chocolate, and strawberry. The seasonal eggnog is my favorite so far. On my most recent visit, I found out you can mix two flavors for a milkshake which gives their extensive flavor list even more delicious options. I'll just have to keep trying to see if another flavor or combo can top the eggnog milkshake! read more

Some of the best ice cream in the Valley, and they know it. You can get pretty much anything here, and it is always good. You still have to go inside to order, but they've set it up so the flow takes you out the back door after getting your food. Everyone is wearing masks and it is mostly contactless. There is ample seating outside. read more

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Delicious. Friendly and efficient staff. If there's a line it moves quickly. Like green light to go in except when cold outside and usually no line when cold read more

This is simply the best homemade ice cream in the area. Great scoops, great milkshakes, and lots of choices. The shop is bright and clean. The service is sometimes slow and not very hospitable. They are often high school kids who couldn't care less. That being said, I don't come here for the small talk or a smile. I come here for the ice cream, milkshakes, homemade ice cream sandwiches and homemade chip-wich. You can keep your millennial attitude, just give me the homemade vanilla Popsicle at .60 cents a piece. If I got a smile, I would have given you 5 stars. PS: if I was your boss, I'd tell you if you have time to lean, you have time to clean. read more

This place is the bomb! It has a lot of flavors! I dont think it is a lie if I say this is one of the best ice cream I ever had in my life (I love sweet and I have tried numerous places!) The ice cream has very creamy milky texture and blueberry cheesecake is soooooo tasty! read more

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Delicious ice cream with so many flavors to choose from. The customer service was great and quick. We enjoyed our experience so much we went back to following evening too! Highly recommend. read more