There’s nothing like enjoying cold creamy ice cream on a warm spring or summer day. And on Staten Island, you don’t have to travel far to find a great place for this frozen goodness! From big chains to local shops, there are so many places in the borough to get great ice cream. Browse this list of some of the best places for ice cream on Staten Island that offer a wide selection of ice cream that you and your family will love.
Best Places for Ice Cream on Staten Island
Ralph’s Famous Italian Ices and Ice Cream
4212 Hylan Blvd.
3285 Richmond Ave.
890 Huguenot Ave.
6390 Amboy Rd.
501 Port Richmond Ave.
3241 Richmond Ave.
2361 Hylan Blvd.1071 Bay St.
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Ralph’s has locations throughout New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, but its home base is Staten Island. Founded by Ralph Silvestro, Ralph’s treats became a summertime favorite starting at its very first retail location in Port Richmond on Staten Island. From there, it grew and expanded to many more locations over the years. Today, Ralph’s offers an array of over 100 flavors of refreshing Italian ice, ice cream, and specialty drinks.
Something Sweet
314 New Dorp Ln.
718-987-8088
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Summer is a great time to visit this ice cream and dessert shop on historic New Dorp Lane. Order your favorite ice cream, and enjoy a relaxing window view of lane shops. The shop offers bubble tea, smoothies, gourmet homemade ice cream, and more.
J’s on the Bay
1189 Bay St.
718-720-0922
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Your kids will love the extensive kid’s dinner menu at J’s because it comes with a milkshake! Dinner options include burgers with fries, pasta with butter, mac-and-cheese, and more. (Kids menu is for ages 12 and younger.)
Egger’s Ice Cream
1194 Forest Ave.
718-981-2110
441 Clarke Ave. (seasonal)
718-280-1442
8 Navy Pier Ct.
718-509-0998
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Egger’s has been a mainstay in Staten Island since 1932, but West Brighton native Danielle Raleigh took ownership of the shop in 2014. Egger’s is an old-fashioned ice cream parlor at heart, but Danielle works to stay on trend with the latest cake designs, contemporary flavor combos, and ice cream to accommodate those with unique dietary restrictions (including vegan and sugar-free options). Ice cream flavors include vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, butter pecan, maple walnut, vanilla fudge swirl and many more.
Dippy Chocolate
2236 Forest Ave.
718-684-9462
Enjoy an array of ice cream and gelato treats. The shop’s signature items include bubble waffles, freshly baked waffle sticks and gelato flavors including vanilla bean, campfire s’mores, apple pie, and more.
Cold Stone Creamery
2341 Richmond Ave.
718-983-5700
2508 Hylan Blvd.
917-791-5018
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First, pick your flavor of ice cream. Then, have it mixed with your choice of candy, cakes, fruits or nuts on a frozen granite stone at this popular ice cream chain. You can also order a variety of ice cakes and yummy shakes.
Dairy Queen
Staten Island Ferry Terminal in St. George
718-447-6035
Going for a ride on the Staten Island Ferry? You can stop by the DQ Grill and Chill for fun meal and ice cream.
Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt
2656 Hylan Blvd.
917-397-8940
Enjoy a variety of fro-yo flavors at the popular destination on Staten Island.
Carvel
Multiple locations including:
4332 Amboy Rd.
718-984-6006
2590 Hylan Blvd.
718-987-4122
280-30 Marsh Ave.
718-761-1367
3161 Amboy Rd.
718-667-0667
1780 Forest Ave.
718-370-0007
480 Forest Ave.
718-447-9563
It’s hard to make a list of the best places for ice cream on Staten Island without including Carvel. The company was founded by the famous Tom Carvel, who began selling ice cream from his vending truck in 1929. Today, there are so many ice cream treats to choose from at this very popular shop with locations found throughout Staten Island and other places. Options include soft ice cream, scooped flavors, shakes, Sundae Dashers, and more. And don’t forget about the chain’s popular ice cream cakes, including Cookie Puss and Fudgie the Whale!
Uncle Louie G’s
Multiple locations including:
3316 Amboy Road
270 Watchogue Rd.
30 Giffords Ln.
Enjoy a variety of Italian ices, ice cream and more. The menu is always growing, so you’re sure to find something you love. Italian ice flavors include chocolate, chocolate Oreo, rainbow cookie, spumoni, vanilla chip and many more. Shakes, floats, frozen coffee and egg creams are other options. No-sugar and non-dairy options available.
Häagen-Dazs
Empire Outlets, 55 Richmond Terr.
718-981-7828
Grab a cone or cup, and enjoy a beautiful water view from the outlets.
Shake Shack
Empire Outlets, 35 Richmond Terr.
Staten Island Mall, 2655 Richmond Ave.
Order a variety of shakes and frozen custard.
