This place has the best bubble tea and I always enjoy the customer service, but the male owner truly brings down the overall mood of Something Sweet. He always seems angry and frustrated when he is there and it is somewhat uncomfortable to be around. read more

delicious ice cream, bubble tea, smoothies, and more! one of my favorite high school hangout spots. would definitely recommend for a drink or snack 10/10 read more

Something Sweet - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Staten Island, New York

My favorite place to get bubble tea and ice cream. Always get it whenever I'm in that area and always enjoy it.

So happy that I can drink bubble tea in SI. Really delicious! Love this place

Thank goodness this place replaced Seduttos!! I loveeeeee loveeee loveeee the bubble tea here- BETTER than Ten Ren's! They have more flavors, more variety, and the flavors are much deeper. Its clean and bright inside, which makes it really nice to hang around for a long time. Aside from bubble tea, they have some fresh baked goods (brownies and cookies) coffee (lattes, cappucinos..) ice cream (soft serve and reg), shaved ice, smoothies, milkshakes, ice cream cakes (they look so cute!) and bottled drinks. This place is awesome and their service is fantastic :)) Oh, and the prices are VERY fair. read more

I love this place! It's clean and bright (= inviting), and their variety of desserts is pretty solid to me. Also, I think their prices are pretty reasonable: because of the lack of bubble tea and shaved ice joints on Staten Island, I expected to be paying more than $3.50 and $1.99, respectively (though the price varies depending on size and ingredients). Try the coconut or Thai iced tea bubble tea, or papaya smoothie. I've heard apple anything is pretty yummm too :) read more

It's hard to find dessert places that serve black sesame and green tea flavored ice cream around Staten Island. The ice cream tasted very authentic (some places have green tea ice cream that taste like sugar mixed with ice cream).They have a variety of "special" flavors, such as lychee, and original flavors here. It is a bonus that Something Sweet is spacious and has a bunch of seating. It is a great place to hang out after having dinner. read more

I've already reveiewed this place, but I'm back on to encourage EVERYONE to go here. Privately-owned businesses deserve local support and, with the winter coming, many ice cream places struggle in the colder months. This place is fantastic, with awesome homemade ice cream, fabulous bubble tea and shaved ice, and they offer very reasonably priced baked goods and soups. Their customer service is wonderful - these are friendly and genuine people who treat all of the customers with utmost courtesy. And their custom cakes are beautiful, well-designed and executed by the staff member who makes them. Please support this business and make sure it sticks around for years to come! read more

I used to be obsessed with this icecream place. The place is very cute. They do have very tasty icecream and macaroons, but the place is DISGUSTING. Once I saw someone drop a piece of cut fruit fall on the floor, yet they still used it in my drink. Real nice. I also saw a worker cleaning the tables with a dirty rag. What good is that going to do, spreading around chocolate icecream all over the table. And why was there a 15 year old working at 11:30 pm? Not to mention that the workers there are very nasty, especially the manager. read more

It still feels like Sedutto's in here. I had the taro ice cream and was pretty happy. The service was so-so, but the guy might have been having a rough day so I'll give him the benefit of the doubt. read more

Started out really good but seems like it went down a bit when vivi tea was brought in very close. The best thing in the menu is for sure a cotton candy milkshake though 10/10 recommend. read more

I can't believe there is a place like this on the island! They have some amazing Asian and island toppings and flavors. You have to try the shaved ice and anything red bean and taro flavored. It's the only dessert place where I can make some Filipino Halo-Halo. I got the Shaved ice with condense milk, Taro ice cream, red bean and lychee and mango fruit. I would go here over Ralph's any day. This is my new go to dessert spot! read more

Ice cream (they make the Thai rolls too), shakes, and bubble tea! Came here late night with friends and we loved it. Got the passion fruit bubble tea (bomb) and friends got ice cream (also bomb). Has such an old school classic vibe with checkered tiles and all. Definitely recommend if you're looking for something sweet! read more

the great: This is a nice spot, and we have been coming here for a few years now. The bubble tea is freshly made, and the ice cream variety is terrific. They even now added the icecream rolls (like cold stone). Something sweet also offers custom cakes. the not soo good: have held off writing this review, but feel that it is time. The reason for my 3.5 star review is that customer service is not great and has not improved. There are a few associates that are terrific, but the lead girl is always abrupt, impatient and bossy, making the fun experience of goung to an ice cream parlor a bit gloomy. example, when my three year old could not decide on which ice cream he wanted, she would give a "sigh" and roll her eyes. on another occassion, while waiting for our drinj, i asked a person standing behind tge counter what kind of flavor an icecream was, this person was ready to give me an answer, when the the other girl interupted and said with an attitude:" she is not working right now when i am done, i will help you." I responded, "ok, i am not buying the icecream, i was just asking about the flavor". it was an akward moment because the person begind the counter who i was initially talking to knew what flavor it was.... read more

One of my favorite local businesses. About a block away from the New Dorp Library, you can't miss this place. Great ice cream, fun atmosphere, and even a pretty wide selection of macaroons. I have yet to try their tea, but if it's anything like the rest of their offerings, I'd probably enjoy it immensely. Definitely a go-to shop if you're in town. read more

This place is always so delicious, many things to choose from, freshest ice cream, homemade baked goods, macaroons, best bubble tea I ever had, my favorite is the black almond bubble tea, and the owners here are so friendly as well as all the workers too read more

Great selection of ice cream flavors, always creamy and fresh (never a freezer taste). Bubble tea and shaved ice on Staten Island -- finally! The decorated cakes are works of art -- great attention to detail, and delicious. The caramel sauce is the best I've ever had. Staff is always friendly and attentive. On street parking only. read more

I placed a custom ordered ice cream cake about a week ago on their website to be picked up today to celebrate my husband's birthday as well as Father's day. Nicole messaged me via e-mail asking about the cake details. I replied right back answering her questions then no reply ever since. Fast forward today, I went to the bensonhurst location as it's right down my block to be told there's no cake order for me, told me to call this location and ask for Nicole as she handles cake order. I called and apparently she's not there and told me to call back tomorrow, I told the girl on the phone the situation and she said she will leave a message for Nicole and she'll call me back. Nicole calls me back to tell me there's no order for me. Im furious.. She asks me if anyone has called me to get my payment information in order to confirm the cake. I said no and hence the cake was not confirmed. So it's my fault? No one called nor did they reply to my email. She said they have cakes at the location just not the flavor I want and they can write on it. WHAT IS THE POINT OF ORDERING IN ADVANCED??? I will absolutely not order cakes here anymore and others should not as well as it seems they don't want business. read more

Person was rude inconsiderate. She didn't offer refund or replacement. Other friend tried to open tea and it exploded on him and part of myself. She said that he was playing with it, when he was just having trouble opening it. She showed no sympathy and put blame on him. read more

Something Sweet - Coffee tea stain - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Staten Island, New York

If I could give this place 0 stars, I would. The owner is very rude and it is unacceptable. I was in the store trying to order a tea, and I over heard her talking to a customer telling her she looked like she gained weight. She also said, she has a lot of time on her hands so she is probably eating a lot. This isn't the first time I have heard inappropriate remarks from the owner to customers and workers. I will definitely not come back with my children here because it disgusts me that the owner would have the audacity to speak to people like that. My heart felt for the young woman she spoke to. read more

I don't get why this place has such great reviews. The service is nothing above average, it's super small, and that's not even the worse part. This place has the worst bubble tea my friends and I have ever had. Also the macaroons aren't all the great and the ice cream is nothing special. I haven't tried anything else besides that but this review is coming from 3 different people with 3 different tastes, and we all agree that we will not be coming back here. read more

Brought my nephew in for ice cream. Cute and clean place. The girls behind the counter were very sweet. Will def come again. Ice cream was good, price was average. Will try the bubble tea next time. read more

I go to something sweet a few times a week as it's close to my job. The owner is usually there and always friendly. They have a rewards card so I get a free drink every so often. Highly recommend read more

finally, a bubbletea place on staten island! the bubbles are better than a lot of places in manhattan! the tea is yummy, too. it's not as good as tenren's tea but hey, it's staten island! they serve alot of flavors, even passion fruit. not even the korean places in new jersey serve passion fruit flavor. the staff are friendly and give you large portions, especially for patbingsoo. truly a must visit and must try. read more

I love the bubble tea they have here. What I don't love is the god awful customer service that I have to deal with almost every time. I will not be back. read more

When you're feeling up the mood for bubble tea drinks and don't want to cross the bridge and pay for that good damn toll this is the spot to go to. They also serve different flavors compare to your average ice cream parlor and customize cakes. The few times I ordered their customize cakes I love how they was attentive to want I wanted and all three times I really loved the designs. The first time I ordered the cake I had no choice but to take the sponge cake due to my toddler being allergic to eggs. It was too sweet for our taste(Chinese people) but most western people doesn't mind, so if you are one of those people that don't like sponge cakes being too sweet I suggest to let them know in advance. The other two times I ordered the ice cream cake, the cake is really packed in. To me I feel it's worth the money. If you plan to try this place go for the bubble tea the bobas are soft and chewy which I really like unlike other spots that make them hard as a rock. read more

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Friendly staff members, but lord this black bubble tea I ordered today was disgusting it taste more like coffee and I dislike coffee. Not a good place to go buy bubble tea. read more

Interesting place in Staten Island. They sell asian specialties like Bubble Tea and asian inspired ice cream flavors as well! Yum. However, came by here for a good cup of smoothie. Their mango smoothie was delicious and certainly milky thick to my liking. Prices might be a bit high for a non-manhattan place, but I'll take it considering the lack of choice in SI. read more

Coming here is bound to brighten any of my days .. and yours too. Sab and Kelly on Thursday nights are always so kind to me, never not smiling, and overall a pleasure to deal with. An establishment is only as good as its staff and they're perfect examples of great service. Don't worry about what you order either.. everything here is a treat beyond belief. The menu has so much variety and I'm a huge fan of any combination of fruit tea. I've never had a bad experience here in my MANY visits. You won't regret stopping in here whether it's for a drink or ice cream. read more

Cute little place on New Dorp with the most enjoyable bubble tea - especially the Thai iced tea flavor!

Try their bubble tea hot! It's just as good as the iced ones, especially during this wintry weather. My faves are hot black tea and almond tea. It's not as heavy or sweet like the rest of them. read more

This place is clean and has delicious Ice cream! I've been here for the bubble tea and they always make it perfectly ! My favorites are the Taro Boba milk tea AND the Passion boba tea with mango stars (very refreshing & yummy) don't forget to bring your bubble tea card! I believe after your 5th boba tea you get one free. read more

Great selection and taste with a nice staff. It's bright and seems very clean and is a good place to get a variety of ice-cream.

Something Sweet is the best! The bubble tea is amazing, my friends and I make this a weekly spot. The customer service is always super friendly and welcoming from the minute I walk in to the second I step out. Every time I come in, Chilly knows my order by heart and creates my drink to perfection. Such a friendly and welcoming atmosphere no matter who's at the register or preparing the drinks/ other sweets! Love this place!! 100000% recommend! The rewards card is such a nice gift for us weekly customers after a few drinks, you get one free! read more

Try the taro ice cream! They let you try flavored which is great. The only downside is the close earlier than posted hours. Definitely a hidden gem! read more

Something Sweet has become one of my favorite places to go. Literally in here getting bubble tea at least 3-4 times a week! Staff is warm and awesome, I know all of them by name now. The drinks are awesome and always fresh and tasty! Their ice cream and milkshakes are all home made and very delicious! Definitely recommend any one to come here and try their drinks and desserts you will not be disappointed!!! read more

What's so special about this place is how much the owners put their heart and soul into it. They've always been friendly, and sometimes would recognize my friends and I from how often we'd come in. I've tried almost every flavor of bubble/fruit tea and always enjoyed them. I hope this place is around for a very very long time. read more

Nice little place that serves delicious Asian-inspired ice cream flavors (durian for example) and bubble tea. Very good ice cream cakes for special occasions. The staff are awesome. read more

Honestly got food poisoning from here. I would recommend other places for bubble tea. Kung Fu Tea has better quality Boba and flavors. Definitely wouldn't make your stomach upset. read more

So rude and nasty!! The food here may be good but I left before actually getting anything. The manager is extremely rude to customers.