I have not gotten a cholado here in years and it sure did not disappoint. We tried their Maracuya cholado and a mora cholado. The Maracuya was absolutely delicious and had pieces of all types of fruit, including guanabana which was a nice treat. It all combined so well with the shredded coconut and condensed milk. The other cholado we got was also very tasty. It had condensed milk, shaved ice, blackberry, banana and shredded coconut. The prices range from $10-11 which is a bit pricey but worth it. If you want an authentic Colombian cholado, give this place a try. read more

El Palacio de Los Cholados - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

Been going for years for tasty cholado. If you like fruit and cold sweets this is for you. It's a mix of fresh fruit, syrups, shave ice and condensed milk for a refreshing dessert. It is a bit pricey so I would equate it to getting a smoothie since it has so much fresh fruit (it's 10 dollars now) I would recommend to bring cash only. The workers there are quick and friendly. It's good to try at least once. read more

El Palacio de Los Cholados - Cholado - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

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By far the best Chalado I've ever had! The fruit is fresh and plentiful I've been there a number of times and I've never been let down. The other sweets they have there also look delicious, but I keep going back for the Cholados. If you want a treat then don't hesitate to go there! read more

I had family visiting from out of town, and we had read that this establishment had some good cholados. We wanted to try two items first before ordering for the rest of the group. We ordered one raspado and one cholado, and the total came out to $33.00! There are no prices listed, so we were shocked by this exorbitant pricing. We felt like we were being swindled and walked out of the store. Luckily, we found a great cholado place a couple blocks away. The total for the same two items was $21.00. The rest of our group ordered their items, and we were happy to have left El Palacio de los Cholados! read more

I have been coming to El Palacio de Los Cholados for over 10 years. I was in the mood for a Cholado and I must say, as usual they did not disappoint. I have to begin by saying that the service has gotten way better and you no longer have to wait more than 5 minutes for your order. They are also accepting credit cards which is convenient. I remember once upon a time they would only accept cash. Now, back to the Cholados. They were beyond delicious, packed with shredded ice, blackberry juice, sliced strawberries, sliced watermelon, banana, shaved coconut, topped with condensed milk (Lecherita) and a cherry on top making it just the perfect dessert on a hot summer day, but I can have a Cholado any time of the year. read more

El Palacio de Los Cholados - Cholados - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

Cholado's are fairly new to me. I never tried one until today but I've definitely heard it being mentioned by friends and people in Jackson Heights. It's really fascinating how shaved ice desserts exist in almost every culture of the world. For example, Korea has their bing soo, Indonesia has Es Teler, Filipinos have halo halo, Italians has ..um Italian ice (not really sure ..is it really from Italy?) but all has their own unique recipes. It's a fairly simple recipe here that works for me. It has condensed milk, fruit syrup, shaved ice, fruits (strawberry and bananas), and coconut shredding. Both refreshing and sweet, Id definitely come back again. Drinking the cholado, I did find the coconut shreds to be annoying and getting caught in my throat. I'd likely skip the fruits and coconut next time. Its cash only and only 2 workers from what I can tell. Drink was $8 with all the fruits in August 2019 read more

El Palacio de Los Cholados - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

Ended up at El Palacio de Los Cholados on a hunt for some dessert. The line was out the door. They have a lot of counter space, but nothing really on display. The menu is in Spanish. There is no description for any of their items anyway. I had no idea what a cholado was, but fortunately my companion went ahead and just ordered for me. I got a cup of shaved ice with blackberry and passion fruit syrups, pineapple chunks, coconut shavings, banana slices, and strawberries, topped with maraschino cherries and condensed milk. It was basically a fruity sugar bomb, perfect for a warm summer night. Reminded me of Filipino halo halo, or a Korean patbingsu. The price isn't bad either at $8, especially for fresh fruit. read more

El Palacio de Los Cholados - Cholado - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

Urgh. Cholados are this delicious concoction of fruits, shaved ice, syrup and condensed milk. It may be a 1000 calories per cup but insanely worth it. We ventured onto this place and were so happy. Please note they are cash only and each cost about $8-9 a pop. The atms closest are those of delis so I'd suggest coming prepared. The process is smooth and they get your orders back quickly. The staff follows protocol and ensures everyone gets their orders quickly and no one stays in the venue for too long. read more

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I think I've come here all my life for cholados and never had a problem. Prices are definitely overpriced and have gone up over the years but I never complain. I only get it a few times a summer, and rent is high in the neighborhood. There's just this cholado craving that I get on a hot day, and this place definitely satisfies it. read more

El Palacio de Los Cholados - My boy's first cholado and he was pleasantly surprised - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

Always a delicious treat!! Especially on a hot summer day! Fresh fruit and sweet cream!

Not a big fan of this cholado as I requested mine "con todo" aka with everything and somehow I ended up with a million pineapples and maybe one strawberry and a bite of a banana. What?! I mean, I love some pineapple but it made the entire drink taste like pineapple juice with milk- not the best. read more

El Palacio de Los Cholados - Cholado con todo - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

I was craving a cholado & I had this spot bookmarked for the longest. Fruit was fresh. Very yummy. The nice man that worked there was super friendly! He even recommended where to get some good empanadas. I'd definitely go back there. read more

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Don't listen to me because I am Asian, listen to me because I am round lol So, this place is super bare bones, it's really just a counter, there are no seats, no decor, no nothing really. The place is also a one trick pony, the cholados are the way to go. I came yesterday when it was 90 degrees and oh Sweet Moses was it good. I didn't want to walk and eat, since this sucker is kinda messy, so I stood and ate at the chest high counter. The food: Cholado Regular- Cholados are essentially a fruit juice cocktail with crushed ice with condensed milk, strawberries, bananas, pineapple and coconut shavings on top. I really love this and it's fruit, so it must be healthy(pay no mind to the mounds of condensed milk) lol The fruit cocktail is sooo refreshing on it's own. I like to take the lid off, dig from the top condensed milk layer first, then I mix everything with the juice. *does a happy dance* http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=IVaMC-hRdAM1A4dgHOoObg&userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA read more

El Palacio de Los Cholados - Cholado regular - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

Not much fruit, maybe 6-7 pieces.... excessive condense milk and coconut shaving. Definitely have had better at other spots. I only give 3 stars because it was edible and fruit was fresh. $10 is a bit excessive for a cup of condense milk read more

Came back to try a cholado after a few years and it was truly disappointing. Not sure if they had a change in staff but definitely won't be coming back. The cholado was very watery, it was lacking ice. The fruits weren't fresh. It basically tasted like a watery lechera drink. Definitely not worth spending $10 bucks on it; I've gotten better cholados near 82nd and Roosevelt Ave and for way less. Thanks but no thanks! read more

Este lugar era de mis favoritos, tenía dos años sin ir y fui hoy y fueron muy mal educados conmigo porque reclamarle que el Cholado tenía una pequeña cucaracha se la mostré a la señora y ella se molesto conmigo y me trató mal. No recomiendo este lugar mas. read more

I have a love for small businesses that do something really well. This place is definitely the palace for cholados. Whether its cold or hot, wet or dry, the cholados here are going to to give you the buzz and fix that you need. But what is a cholado? In sum, shaved ice with some fruit (bananas, strawberry, coconut), syrup, and condensed milk. It's in a 16 ounce plastic cup with an accessible lid. Served with a straw and spoon (that fits in the hole). So good, you'll happily crash from the sugar high afterwards. 2017 price for a cholada: $7. read more

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Great for cholados and they should be cause it's the only thing they sell. Deliciously refreshing and the fresh fruit marries perfectly with the very sweet syrup and condensed milk. It's worth coming by if you have never enjoyed one and this is the best place in NYC to try. read more

Edit: Since I received hate mail and accusations from the owner of the business (who also wrote a 5-star review for herself), I'll paste both the angry note and the accusations in here, since they are part of my consumer experience. Angry note: "Our Cholados are NOT premade! get your facts straight before posting incorrect information on your page. Also, I am not sure what affiliation you have with the other Cholado business and I really don't care. However, you need to stop posting their information on our page. If you consider yourself a "good food critic" then you shouldn't conduct yourself in such unprofessional matter. We are proud of our business and if others prospect from what we build 13 years ago in Queens, well how wonderful. Have a good day" Review posted by same person (La Casita D): "Unsure why Mr. Fox E. Has to trash a business that has been in business for 13 years just to get business into "Jugos Prontitos" or whatever their name is. I am the owner of El Palacio de Los Cholados and we take great pride in our service, fruit and establishment. We respect our clients and do our best to provide the best quality in regards to fruit, condense milk ect, ect. If by CHOICE we don't offer a variety of flavor of cholados, that is our choice as a business. However, I find it very disrespectful for you Mr. Fox e. to post your marketing strategy on our page to improve the business of another establishment. Shame on you sir." ************** Just to respond to that really quickly: I've only been here twice, and both times they gave me the $6 cholado out of a refrigerator full of pre-made cholados. I've never given false information in any of my 2,500 reviews and I have no affiliation with any business. If the stuff here was being fresh made and tasted good, I'd give them a good review. Just an FYI, if you give this business a bad rating, it looks like they'll create a fake account, accuse you of things you've never done, and send you hate mail. Nevertheless, good luck to them. Here's my original review. ******************* I call this El Palacio de Last Choice because this is the last choice I would ever make if I want a Cholado in Queens (which I often do). I don't give under 3 stars to family places except in extreme circumstances. But the product was extremely dissatisfying and scored a 1. And it's soooo overrated. I'm comparing it directly to several other cholados in the area, which are mediocre and pre-made, and also to the best cholado I've ever had, at nearby Jugos Prontito y Algo Mas in Elmhurst, which is made fresh, from scratch, on the spot for you, for the same price. I'm a huge fan of cholados, in fact probably the biggest lover of cholados you will ever meet. I must be spoiled by Jugos Prontito, because I was excited to try the cholado from here, and disappointed that they had about 50 of them pre-made (from god knows when) in the fridge. They pulled one out of the fridge and gave it to me. Now, if it was good, then it wouldn't be such an issue that it's pre-made. But it was the opposite of good. The fruit tasted congealed and like it had been sitting around. The condensed milk tasted really weird. The combination didn't work at all. There was no shaved ice because it had been in a fridge. If Jugos Prontito was a 10 out of 10, then this ia a 1 or 2. What makes it more frustrating is everyone raving "best cholado I ever had." It's a pre-made cholado that's been in the fridge for ages! Have you ever had a fresh one? And clearly some of these people need to get down to Jugos Prontito and try a fresh one and taste the difference. Nevertheless I would usually give them a 3 star for being a family business, making an effort, and serving one of Colombia's greatest gifts to the world... yes even better than Shakira and the Arepa. And Carlos Valderrama. And James Rodriguez. And Shakira's achy breaky shaky bottom. But the place is so overrated compared to the competition that I have to lower it to 2. Please people. If you think this is good, try some others that are fresh made and that don't send hate mail if you don't like it. read more

The Cholados at this place are great! Ice + Condensed Milk + Fruit (bananas strawberries etc) + Juice + Coconut Garnish = Cholado It is an amazing dessert. They also have have a strawberry salad that is awesome. I think it has bananas and condensed milk. Things average $6 and like a million gazillion calories. ok, fine, maybe just a gazillion calories. No need to exaggerate. read more

I was introduced to this Colombian dessert by my friend, Ben L. I have no experience with South American desserts so this was a treat. Cholados are not really my type of dessert, but I can see why people would like them. A $6 regular consists of a huge cup with a layer of fruity crushed ice that tasted somewhat like guava, a layer of strawberries, bananas, and canned pineapple, another layer of shredded coconut, and all topped with condensed milk. The slushie thing at the bottom was so refreshing. If only 7-Eleven served that ice as a slushie. I don't like condensed milk, so it would have been perfect for me if I could get a huge cup of that fruity crushed ice topped with the fruit and shredded coconut. I guess it wouldn't really be a cholado then, but oh well. Cholados are really great for a hot summer day or night. If I'm in the area, definitely coming back to see if I can get one without the condensed milk. read more

El Palacio de Los Cholados - $6 Regular Cholado - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

Delicious!!!!! great for when you craving a light and healthier dessert. Been coming here for a long time, usually in the Summer. *********For my surprised still delicious in the winter ;). ******** {I got he Regular Cholado} ~Shave ice, Passion Juice with fresh Banana, Pineapple, Strawberry, Condense Milk, top with Coconut sprinkles and a cherry on top. What a Delish!!!! Just by describing it makes want to get one. :p The blend from the ice to the fruits is a perfect match, every scoop is a tropical paradise. The pictures don't do justice to the taste, it might look overwhelming but is totally the contrary. The taste is light and the fruits are fresh and sweet. Love it!!!! read more

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I have heard this place many times from my friends but never have tried it until yesterday. I went there for dessert after eating in Arepas Cafe in Astoria. Since the first sip, I knew it was worth traveling to this place. My friend and I ordered cholados. I love the fruity flavors and perfect for yesterday, nice weather. Highly recommended and definitely going back! read more

El Palacio de Los Cholados - Cholados Regular - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

What is there not to like about Cholados? I love the name of the place....It's a palace of cholados!! And it's true. That is what they specialize in. They don't sell anything else other than these fruity condensed milk concoctions. Either as a drink or a fruit salad but they all use the same base ingredients...mixed fresh fruit served with a generous dollop of condensed milk. The super combination for $6 has juice and shaved ice along with the fruit such as strawberries, bananas, pineapple and coconut shaving along with a generous drizzle of condensed milk and a bright red maraschino cherry on top. Served in a large clear plastic cup so you can see the layers. Watching the milk mix in with the juice in time is actually fun too see all those colors. This place has been here for over a decade, probably pretty close to 20 years and all they sell is a variation of the same thing...they must be doing something right. It's my fave place to go for cholados. read more

El Palacio de Los Cholados - Super combination $6 - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

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Just awesome Cholados! So delicious on a hot summer day. The Super combination ($6) is full of fruits, condensed milk coconut and shaved ice just makes me forget how hot it is outside. Tip: The place is very popular during warm seasons and parking is a challenge in this neighbor. read more

I agree with other reviews. They only have one choice of cholado on their menu which you'd think it's great but instead you get a bunch of pineapple a couple of slices of strawberry, banana and a ton of condensed milk. That's it!!!! Oh and to top it off their service is not the best ! read more

Horrible don't waste your money here especially during covid fo somewhere else, unless you want old cholados ,, no gasten su plata aqui especialmente durante covid un gasto de plata , cholado viejo guardado read more

El Palacio de Los Cholados - My "cholado" looks like milk shake , because It's not fresh - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

This place is absolutely delicious. After discovering that such a drink exists, i kid you not. I went back for days back to back. It was so addicting but now im weened off of it. My friend that tried it for the first time with me also dropped more than necessary vocal hints showing how much she loves her drink. Its refreshing, has fruits, and its worth every penny. Those that hasnt tried this yet, i definitely recommend!!!!! read more

El Palacio de Los Cholados - so delicious - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

I was introduced to Cholados by my brother in law who used to live in the area. I was hesitant to try it because it looked overwhelming and like it would be too sweet for my taste. However, with my first sip I was in love! For just $6 you get an amazing desert that is not too sweet but more of a refreshing taste (especially on a hot summer day). Cholados take shaved iced to another level. It is a delicious mix of shaved ice with passion and berry flavored juices covered with fresh fruit (strawberries, cantaloupe, bananas, etc), condensed milk, coconut flakes and a cherry on top! Just describing one makes me want to go get one! Now I can't get enough of Cholados and even come here in the winter for my Cholado fix. read more

El Palacio de Los Cholados - $6 - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

Theres always better spots for colombian cholados . Im very picky since not everywhere they make it good . This is a regular popular joint where everyone goes BUT they raised it to $7 Which is ridicously expensive BUT when theres the only cholado place near by my house THERES no choice. A REAL CHOLADO is actually with more fruits and more stuff they want to be lazy BUT Is STILL PRETTY GOOD FOR SUMMER DAYS & NIGHTS . read more

A Colombian dessert spot for cholados. They only have a few options - original cholado, raspado, strawberry and banana cream, strawberries and cream, and fruit cocktail. I got the original cholado that consisted of strawberries, bananas, shredded coconut, pineapple, and passion fruit over crushed ice and juice then drizzled with condensed milk. It was ok after I was able to get all the stuff mixed together. The fruit was fresh but that was about it. Nothing particularly special about it. I'd rather have spent my money elsewhere. read more

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Chocado was ok, wouldn't recommend or comeback. Service is ok, no place to sit. Overpriced, you pay 8$ for a mediocre cholado.

I remember that I used to come here often, back when I had the J Curls, chasing after all the Spanish honeys and trying desperately to roll 'em R's. 2 out of 3 isn't bad right? This place is always busy and I'd imagine that they are even busier now. As other Yelpers have pointed out, in the summertime they are swamped with customers (mostly hot chicks decked out in Colombian colors) and some dudes (may or may not be their bf...at the time). I came here mostly as an after date spot or just to see all the eye candies walk around. I've noticed that the pictures of the Cholados nowadays are much smaller and don't come with Waffle fingers... NO CHOLADOS IS COMPLETE WITHOUT WAFFLE FINGERS. I'm getting all nostalgic thinking about 3 times the recommended daily intake of sugar by having just one Cholado.... mmmmm....Cholado. Space is tight so most people grab and go. I don't recall them having an air conditioner but no one usually sits in anyway. And yes you can share a Cholado is you get the super size. I, however do not. read more

Yaaay refreshing diabetes. I can't condone this place -- I know too much. I give it a 3 because if you have a sweet tooth - you may LOOOOVE it. A cholado is like a slushie + canned fruit + condensed milk + coconut shavings = Lot's O Sugar. Perfect if you have the munchies... one bad decision leading to the other. read more

So this is a great after dinner spot. Dessert Colombian style. It's a little twist on the Puerto Rican shaved ass with syrup. I always get the Cholado when I'm here. It's shaved ice with there mix of juice, they cut up bananas, strawberries, pineapple and add shave coconut and top it off with a sweet sugar Carmel. They also have a fruit salad with whip creme also amazing. So I encourage you guys to go and try this little place. Keep it tasty my friends and let me know what you think. Enjoy. read more

DELICIOUS!! You know that giddy feeling you got when you were a kid. That's how I would explain it when you eat a super cholado. It's a perfect summer treat, what the heck it's perfect treat period. The combination of fruit, coconut, condensed milk, juice and ice is a marriage made in heaven. read more

First time ever having a Cholado and boy was it delicious! It is the perfect treat for a hot summer day. Will definitely be picking one up the next time I'm in Jackson Heights. read more

El Palacio de Los Cholados - Delicious Cholado - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

The cholados here are not as great as I remember. I may be wrong but I remember the cholados being sold out of a little window of a video store. Location looks different. Anyway, they did not taste as fresh. A little disappointed as I had my boyfriend drive all the way from Brooklyn to try this one and we had a better experience at a little spot in Sunnyside. read more

El Palacio de Los Cholados - Juice Bars & Smoothies Near Me - Jackson Heights, New York

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I wouldn't count on it to calm your thirst, but it is for sure a cool and rich desert! I've tried cholados in other parts on Northern Boulevard, but found this place to be the best. read more

I only had a sip of the cholado, it's not something I would get, but L enjoyed it very much. I do like that they put a decent amount of fruit. =D Still a lil pricey at $6 each. read more