After having dinner in Stony Brook, we wanted ice cream and the Google told us Strong Island Ice Cream was on the way home so off we went. The store is located in a large strip mall next to an interesting thrift store. We went in and of course it was busy on a July evening but the girl working the counter did not make us feel rushed as we asked for a few samples. I tried the rice krispie ice cream and was pretty impressed to find it had actual rice krispies in there! I had a waffle cone with rice krispies and cannoli ice cream. The add ins to the ice cream are top notch and really make the ice cream stand out. Well done. My husband got the min waffle sundae and the owner actually makes the waffle when you order the sundae. And, I saw some complaints about the owner's demeanor in some reviews. He was like a typical Long Islander. Totally cool but no bs. My husband did not want whipped cream on his sundae so he offered some hot fudge to "loosen it up" and not only did we know exactly what he meant, it was the right move. Some uber drivers were coming in and he was double checking to make sure they were not scammers which might be a momentary inconvience for the driver but it's his business so go for it. And, let's acknowledge this dude is making his OWN ICE CREAM. The flavors run the gamut from tradtional to experimental (ube ice cream okkk let's go) and I think it's terrific. Just wish it was closer to where I live but don't mind making a trip again. read more

Homemade ice cream in the heart of Nesconset. Finally came by tonight and got a few ice creams to go. Got the Burgundy cherry, Reese's cookie dough and cookies and cream. Very good ice cream but not a very strong flavor profile. The Reese's cookie dough was definitely the best out of all of them. Definitely worth it to check them out! read more

Strong Island Ice Cream - Desserts Near Me - Nesconset, New York

The staff was very friendly and helpful; she was also very patient as my kids asked to try some of the flavors. All their flavors were amazing - even simple and classic flavors like strawberry was special and definitely worth a try. We got the Nutella, strawberry, banana cream pie, and s'mores. They were all great choices and everyone finished their flavors in a hot second. Can't wait to go back. read more

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To be honest, despite being a Long Islander born and raised, I don't love the "Strong Island" saying. It doesn't cause me to suddenly have intense feelings of love for where I grew up and the place I live on (not in), but I will say that the saying does make me thing of some pretty tasty dessert. Enter Strong Island Ice Cream and the couple of enjoyable trips my wife and I took here. Located in Nesconset (not too far from my Ronkonkoma abode), Strong Island is nestled into a strip of stores with nothing in the interior that makes it any more desirable than the average ice cream parlor...other than its ice cream. You see their ice cream is all fresh and homemade which you don't get everywhere (despite what you might think). You can tell there's a little bit of love put into most flavors and owner Paul holds this down when you come into order. He's a relatively friendly guy who seems to enjoy what he does. For me, my enjoyment comes from eating the ice cream! My wife and I have taken two trips here a few weeks apart and both times we ordered a couple different flavors in cups to go. When mentioning flavors, it is rather impressive to see the amount of options available. Nothing is overly exotic (you're not gonna find some banana peanut butter cookie dough here), but the choices are still pretty vast. Our first trip, I got two scoops (Nutella and chocolate peanut butter) with hot fudge while my wife did two scoops as well with cookie dough and rainbow cookie being her choices. Out of the four flavors, three were rockin' with Nutella having that hazelnut taste, chocolate PB getting nutty, and rainbow cookie fully delivering the cookie goods. As for cookie dough, it was missing the titled item within its flavor (which my wife hoped there would be plenty of doughy pieces, yet there were not). Second trip, the lady went with Nutella while I switched over to fruity in getting black raspberry which hit the spot in creamy/fruity flavor. Yum. Overall, Strong Island Ice Cream definitely has the power to be a legit dessert spot on the island that it identifies with. Maybe a few flavors aren't perfect, but most will hit the spot and so will your experience here. So whether you're a born and raised Islander or just looking for a scoop of what you scream and I scream and we all scream, Strong Island is worth the after dinner trip. read more

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Delicious ice cream here! Soft and creamy and the flavors really stand out! Fluffernutter, Butter Pecan, Burgundy Cherry, all terrific. So many flavors to choose from. Nice shop. Large, bright, airy, clean. Good 80's music playing. Friendly staff. A bit pricey but so worth it for quality homemade ice cream. Cash only and it says so right on the door when you walk in. I don't know why many here are complaining about it as the signage is right in your face when you enter! read more

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When you get ice cream, it's nostalgic, comforting, and satisfies your sweet tooth! I stumbled upon this ice cream shop and decided to check it out. Upon entering, there were customers seated and eating their ice cream. They greeted me and raved about the ice cream. Paulie allowed me to taste whatever I wanted before making my choice. I was happy that rum raisin was an available flavor. It's always hard for me to find. So I chose a two-scoop bowl with rum raisin and banana ice cream with hot fudge and whip cream ( hey, feed the need!). Every thing is homemade , the whip cream was nice creamy and thick, the ice cream creamy and yummy. Paulie informed me that the banana ice cream is only frozen bananas, had me fooled. I sat and enjoyed the welcoming atmosphere and the friendly customers. Strangers sparking up conversation over delicious ice cream. Go and enjoy! read more

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I've been a fan for years! Their dark chocolate is insanely good. I guess it's more of the service behind the counter. We have it delivered and the order is always wrong. A pint was 3 scoops! And charged for whipped cream etc and never included. But the ice cream is awesome. read more

Strong Island Ice Cream - Charged for a pint. I actually weighed it I was so pissed! - Desserts Near Me - Nesconset, New York

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Tried Strong Island Ice Cream for the first time tonight and am super impressed! Note it's cash only which was definitely annoying as we had to pay $3 at the bank next door to take out money. I'm just a simple chocolate ice cream girl but WOW this was delicious! You can totally tell it was homemade. It was super sweet and super rich in flavor - my favorite! If I am in the area again, I will definitely return! read more

Strong Island Ice Cream - the front of a store - Desserts Near Me - Nesconset, New York

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We ordered a few different flavors and all the ice cream was delicious. They have become a quick family favorite

The ice cream is good! I got a pint of Cookies and cream, conveniently located in one of the freezers when you first walk in. The inside of the store is BRIGHT! The price is good, the ice cream is 100% better than Ralph's. Customer service was non existent. read more

Strong Island Ice Cream - Desserts Near Me - Nesconset, New York

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Just opened. All of their ice cream is homemade and made there. Great selection of flavors and the guy behind the counter is really nice. My kids and their friends love this place, even on a cold day! I highly recommend you visiting this place. read more

Absolutely delicious!! Can't wait to come back!! Bringing the whole family next time! Customer service was great!

Amazing ice cream! Really great flavors too, like cannoli and rainbow cookies! The ice cream is creamy and flavorful. Delicious!! read more

Strong Island Ice Cream - Desserts Near Me - Nesconset, New York

I went to Strong Island for the first time last night. I ordered the Nutella and rainbow cookie on a cone. My friend ordered the coffee and rum raisin. We really enjoyed the flavors, very fresh and creamy. Coffee flavor was the favorite. Staff is friendly too. We would definitely go back. read more

Delicious creamy homemade ice cream! The owner Paul keeps the shop immaculately clean, which is always a major plus. Fresh whip cream is out of this world. Must try read more

Best ice cream I've had in a while, kind people, amazing ice cream and a great place to be!!

The ube was reallyyy good. Definitely one of the better spots for ice cream around here and the staff are nice too.

Came here with my husband and mother in law. ALL of the ice cream was absolutely amazing!!!!! Our favorite was the ube. It's insaneeeeee!!! You must come here!!! read more

Had me a Mint Chip 2 scoop cone. First of all, the safety precautions in this restaurant were great, with masks being required as well as required hand sanitizer usage. The ice cream was amazing! It tasted like spearmint, and was very unique and original! When I go to the thrift store next door, I definitely will be checking it out again. Thanks so much! read more

Strong Island Ice Cream - Mint Chip 2 scoop cone - Desserts Near Me - Nesconset, New York

Everyone was friendly. Ice cream was delicious and ton of flavors to choose from. Great service. Will be back again. read more

First time here today, service was great I didn't get the mans name but he seemed like the owner. Super sweet guy. It seems like they recently opened because they didn't have set tables yet and they're cash only but totally worth it! I got 1 scoop of the nutella ice cream with gummy bears, loved it. read more

Strong Island Ice Cream - New Ice Cream Spot in Nesconset - Desserts Near Me - Nesconset, New York

We stumbled on this hole in the wall after a weekday sushi dinner a few doors down. The space seems bigger than necessary but soon the shop was full with over a dozen people. The choices are plentiful and you can see the equipment in the back used to make the ice cream. The owner is very friendly and took his time to offer us samples. The peppermint bark is honestly one of the best ice creams I've ever had. The cherry was also very good. A single scoop is more than enough. Ice cream had lots of flavor and very creamy. Nice to see a mom and pop ice cream store in comparison to a carvel or baskin robbins. Highly recommended. read more

Ice cream was amazing!! I got the Cotten candy and loved it. service was great as well. Overall a fantastic experience and will definitely be going back. read more

You can tell I love this place as I drive from the south shore to delight in this gift from Heaven. Small & tucked away, this ice cream shop is serving BIG FLAVOR! The owner is absolutely sweet. He remembers my sister & I every time we visit. He always offers new flavors available & goes above & beyond to provide satisfaction in my honest opinion. The dark chocolate is a MUST! I'm usually a salted caramel lady, but that dark chocolate ice cream takes the cake! This is a cheat day must have! Not to mention the fresh whipped cream available as a topping! I am forever a regular! read more

Ice cream is Ahhhhmazing! The owner Paul came around the counter and chatted with us for a bit. He let us sample a few flavors and told us how he makes everything there on the premises. And the store is brand new and spotless. If you want delicious ice cream, you won't be disappointed read more

The ice cream is great...BUT don't order for delivery! Placed 2 orders on door dash. Wanted a banana split, but they only let you chose one topping and one flavor. So I chose one and one and wrote a note "please make a regular banana split with the regular flavors and toppings". I received a banana with one flavor of ice cream. Why bother having a banana split item on the menu then?!? It's what I paid for. Tried ordering again tonight and they didn't close the lid so it arrived in a mess and I had to toss it . Never again read more

Went here with my husband to grab some ice cream. The ice cream was okay, nothing amazing but still good. We were a little weirded out by owner. We overheard him reprimand the customer before us, on ordering shakes after the ice cream. Then we ordered two items, 1 scoop on cone and 2 scoops in a cup, no toppings. He charged us 15 dollars which seemed like too much based on their own price list. My husband asked about an item in the cooler that looked different, and the owner replied it's candy, with an attitude. I would go somewhere else. read more

Drove from west Smithtown on a Wednesday night to try this place. The owner greeted us when we walked in was extremely friendly and ready to answer any questions. My husband ordered two scoops of chocolate peanut butter ice cream and I ordered one scoop coconut and one scoop Nutella. Upon sticking my spoon in the ice cream when we got home I knew it was going to be good. The flavors were perfect, the ice cream was so creamy and smooth, could definitely tell it was homemade. I would definitely make the trip again! read more

I grew up in Nesconset, my family still lives here, and we've always said the one thing that's missing is a family owned, homemade ice cream shop. This was my first time trying it and it was perfect. Just what our town needed!! The owner is so sweet and the place looks great. Got takeout for our family tonight. The ice cream is so creamy. Rice Krispie is our favorite!! Will definitely be going back :) read more

Strong Island Ice Cream - Desserts Near Me - Nesconset, New York

I think anyone who thinks this ice cream is good should compare it to the ice cream shop in Stonybrook Village. Now that is delicious ice cream and Strong Island Ice Cream is horrendous in comparison. Over-priced but I don't mind paying for quality. I wouldn't eat it again if it were free. Also, the owner should figure out that the kid behind the cash register can also scoop when there are customers waiting. That's a no brainer. read more

1 scoop for $3.50 and 2 for $5.. Ice Cream is rich, good flavor and creamy but a little on the hIgher side for price. Credit/Debit not accepted, cash only and no signs were displayed. Worth a try but will be going back to Ralph's. read more

Super delicious home made ice cream! The owner makes all the ice cream and was passionate about the product , everything was delicious we will be here often ! read more

Omg I have nothing bad about this place. Everyone that works there is so nice and sweet and caring. Specifically one man. I don't know his name but I think he might be the owner. I go to strong island prob once a week and he always has a smile on his face. The ice cream is so good. Thank you so much read more

Strong Island Ice Cream - Best Milkshake - Desserts Near Me - Nesconset, New York

Pretty decent ice cream but it is WAY too overpriced. The size of the cup will not match the amount of ice cream you get. I'll go elsewhere unless I'm passing by. read more

This place is GREAT! Homemade ice cream at its best! Owner is super nice, he makes all the ice cream himself. Rainbow cookie and Chocolate Chip my fav! read more

This place is amazing :) The ice cream was delicious and the staff was so friendly! Honestly would say the best homemade ice cream on Long Island right now. If you haven't been, you need to go! You won't regret it read more

Ice cream is good, place is very clean, but the owner is not nice. We witnessed him being nasty to other customers. He could be a bit friendlier for the owner of a business, and was not nice when we called to ask for the hours, place doesn't seem to be set hours. The other staff is nice though and very polite. read more

I wanted to take the time during the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 to leave a review for both the business itself and its business owner during these most difficult times because after what I witnessed yesterday evening on a Sunday after dinner time during the unofficial beginning of summer month, May (weekend after Memorial Day Weekend); which is traditionally a family day in general, but especially when living in suburbia and plus during these most difficult times; by taking the time to both acknowledge and appreciate both the business and particularly its owner specifically. After visiting the location for the first time in person in general, but also during these unusual times we're living in; both within our nation and throughout the globe and was approached with a line out of the business doorway. Expected, these days due to social distancing, but in this particular case; it was obvious that it was because the business and its product was worthy of its heavy traffic. Upon entering the parlor and waiting on its socially distant line; I noticed that an older middle aged man was working solely by himself with an N-95 mask on and lengthy line outside his storefront business. Presumably, I assumed that he was the owner and sure enough; that was confirmed based upon the pleasantries he was going out of his way to have with each customer as they approached the register to place their orders. Taking his time, making each customer feel both valued and appreciated and ensured everyone's orders were made thoroughly. I'm bringing awareness to this because it was during my wait on the line when the next customer who came in shortly after me started to become visibly bothered by the business owner and the pleasantries he was exchanging with each of his customers (myself included). I made it appoint to turn back and express my disappoint with the customer behind me with a facial expression that they were in plain sight of and although the customers verbalized dissatisfactions to himself stopped; the customer remained with a unpleasant look upon their face. Regardless, that business owner who again; is a man of a certain age, working by himself because he had mentioned that all of his employees are younger and their parents won't allow them to work during these times; remained, as charismatic, etc. as he possibly could under the overall circumstances. Between that and the product of which I also recommend and had for the second time; which was even better to me after yesterday's experience and that could've stemmed from all that I am writing, but either way; a stellar review for both this business and its owner were in order because all that was missing was the "Blood," from the expression of someone putting their "Blood, sweat and tears," into something and in this case it happens to be this man and his business. Thanks again and stay safe and as happy as can be in general/under the circumstances! read more

If you want the best ice cream on Long Island this is the place to go! You won't go any place else after.

Love this place as do my children! Their Nutella ice cream is delish and creamy! Customer Service is amazing and on point!!