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Morgenstern's Finest Ice Cream

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Ice Cream Parlor and Dessert Shop$$$$

Lower East Side, New York

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Melda SalhabJuly 27, 2015
"Vietnamese coffee and burnt vanilla are really excellent. Take one of those "basic" flavors with their more creative ones like green tea pistachio (amazing). S+P pine nut is good but very peppery
Travel + LeisureOctober 14, 2014
Try the eggless, low-sugar, low-butterfat, yet still supremely creamy ice cream in creative riffs on classic flavors like burnt honey vanilla, Szechuan peppercorn chocolate, and Vietnamese coffee. Read more
Adrian PhillipsFebruary 3, 2017
There's something amazing about the ice cream here. Each flavor actually tastes like the stuff it's made out of. The peanut butter and caramel I had was filled with peanuts and sweet deliciousness.
Ashley ChanApril 23, 2017
The most delicious ice-cream in New York in my opinion. The flavors are incredible and the ice cream is so smooth. Try green tea pistachio and burnt honey. Be prepared to line up; service is v slow.
ForkitJune 7, 2016
As they are among the best ice cream shops in NYC you won't leave disappointed. Anything with vanilla, and especially the bourbon vanilla, is just awesome! Read more
Prad NelluruJuly 2, 2017
I got the burnt honey vanilla cone and it was stellar. One of the best ice cream places in the city, but there's usually a 15-20 min line.
Noah WeissSeptember 5, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Salt + pepper pinenut with their "bitter" (caramel) chocolate was fantastic. The ice creams are the perfect mix of creative and well executed. Pro tip: empty 6-8pm on weekdays.
Bruce RyanFebruary 18, 2016
Great artisanal ice creams -- multiple chocolate and vanilla varieties. New God Flow (honey bruleéd on Japanese bread topped with raw milk ice cream is pretty cool (see pic) Limited seating.
Jess NaldoSeptember 19, 2015
Oh my G. Burnt honey vanilla, pistachio, and Vietnamese coffee... I can die happy, but not before I try everything else on the menu and also buy a cool ass beach towel. Absolutely amazing.
Lori LuoSeptember 4, 2014
This brightly-lit ice cream parlor offers a variety of ice cream, sorbet, and sundae creations. Get the Green Tea Pistachio; it's creamy, not too sweet, and perfect for a summer evening.
ThrillistJune 4, 2014
Morgenstern's got bonkers creations (Fernet black walnut, American egg, or banana curry) and total dedication to the craft of ice cream making in a throwback ice cream parlor setting. Read more
Justin McKissickJuly 10, 2016
I have never, in my life, experienced a place where so much care and attention is given to single servings of ice cream. Expect a long (but worthwhile) line. Get the Vietnamese coffee!
Liang ShiApril 4, 2015
Best ice cream I have ever had in my entire life. And I eat a lot of ice cream. Brilliant service, too. They take their time to make sure you will LOVE what you get, hence the line. And well worth it.
ℳ𝒶𝓎♍February 26, 2019
Morgenstern's Finest is a local NYC business, churning fresh artisanal ice creams using the highest quality ingredients. Plain legit! I recommend checking this spot out during off-hours to avoid lines
Onion ThingsJune 9, 2017
The green tea pistachio (it comes with real pistachio nuts) and their famous coconut ash have become my f(l)avorites. The tastes are pretty well-balanced, creamy but not too sweet.
MeliAugust 2, 2014
Really scrumptious ice cream, but $1.50 for sprinkles is a bit ridiculous. I got the strawberry durian banana flavor and it was amazing. The durian wasn't too overpowering. All 3 flavors mixed well.
Angela ChungSeptember 9, 2018
Great shop for delicious ice cream from normal flavors like vanilla to unique must try’s like burnt sage!
cj fitzgeraldMarch 20, 2018
After Freeman's pop by this iconic ice cream shop. There's usually a line, so bribe your way to the front in true New York fashion. For something unique, try the activated charcoal ice cream.
Asli SOctober 1, 2016
Unique flavors. Coconut ash was good but it dyes lips/anything else it touches! Sugar cone is delicious. Other flavors we tried were also great: burnt honey vanilla, raw milk, pistachio green tea
JJuly 27, 2015
Careful if you have serious allergies. The "toppings" or "mix-ins" are put directly in to the tubs of ice cream and then scooped out. Coffee crunch was so good.
Amanda HuMarch 21, 2016
Hip spot. Long lines out the door but the wait isn't bad. Great ice cream texture. Got a waffle cone with coffee crisp ice cream. Worth a try for the unusual flavors
Nancy ChenSeptember 29, 2014
If you're in soho, drop by for their ice cream. It's very creamy and $4 gets you a huge scoop. I got the vanilla honey one and it was heavenly. Madagascar and chocolate are also great.
Jack OsborneJuly 12, 2014
Opening at the end of May this is restaurateur Nick Morgenstern's third business venture following on from his El Rey coffee bar on Stanton street and his Goat Town restaurant in the East Village.
Gunnar AasenDecember 31, 2016
Solid ice cream joint with some unique flavors like burnt vanilla. The Vietnamese coffee hot chocolate is a perfect treat on a chilly night.
Indulgent EatsJune 13, 2016
Go off-peak or be prepared to wait for some of the creamiest ice cream in unique flavors like green tea pistachio and vietnamese coffee. The salted caramel pretzel is salty sweet perfection.
Zayed KhanSeptember 12, 2016
Pistachio pesto strawberry seemed to be the flavour of choice for everyone in line to be dubious about. Just relax, they nailed it. The pistachio scent complements & elevates the smooth strawberry.
StephanieFebruary 4, 2015
Great unique flavors! Friendly and attentive staff. I came here on a cold winter night & had the pleasure of the place to myself, until Karlie Kloss & her boyfriend walked in 😉
Joshua BoggsSeptember 28, 2016
Durian Banana, Strawberry Pistachio Pesto, and Coconut Ash. The monster cone with three scoops was the most intense ice cream experience of my life.
HessaSeptember 6, 2016
You will wait in line for a little too long, bs the ice cream is soooo worth the waiting!
Dina FierroJuly 11, 2015
If you have the patience to wait in what's likely a long, slow moving line, you'll be rewarded with deliciously unique and creative flavors, including a perfectly rich Salted Chocolate 🍦
Henry CaseyAugust 12, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Chocolate PB Picosos is the perfect Chocolate & Peanut Butter combination. -- that being said, this is the New God Flow. Infrequently available, but DAMN good.
harryhJune 22, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Chocolate Szechuan Peppercorn has just a bit of pepper flavor in the finish.
Citi BikeMay 3, 2015
You can't go wrong with any of the flavors here. Definitely worth a bike ride just for the ice cream! Closest Citi Bike station is Rivington St & Chrystie St, a block east.
Kt LacasseJune 23, 2015
If you don't think this is the best ice cream in NYC then I don't trust you. Burnt honey vanilla. Chocolate oat. Do it
Nate SNovember 15, 2014
Although it's new, this place has the authenticity of a spot that's been here forever. An instant NY classic. It's the perfect spot to bring your kids, or to bring a first date.
Project Latte: a NYC cafe culture guideAugust 30, 2014
Although mainly an ice cream shop, churning ;) out mostly great offerings, this Lower East Side shop also offers inconsistently prepared Counter Culture coffee - get it in an affogato. (3/14)
Leslie TAugust 11, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Raspberry aperol sorbet & Vietnamese coffee ice cream were delicious! Great flavors, shitty service.
PureWowMay 2, 2017
OK, the customizable treats here are pricier than the Carvel cakes of your childhood, but boy, are they gorgeous (and delicious, obviously). Read more
Project Latte: a NYC cafe culture guideAugust 29, 2014
Although mainly an ice cream shop, churning ;) out mostly great offerings, this Lower East Side shop also offers inconsistently prepared Counter Culture coffee, probably best used in an affogato.
GabyMay 29, 2015
Been here 10+ times
I go here at least once a week because it's just that good. Get the Vietnamese coffee ice cream. This ain't mister softee.
NickJune 23, 2015
Creamiest ice cream ever. Classic with a modern take. They scoop around the toppings so they're in the middle. Simple but effective. I got burnt honey vanilla and green tea pistachio.
EwizzleJuly 29, 2017
I tried these 4 and like them in this order:1. Coconut espresso 2.black coconut ash 3. Burnt honey 4.green tea pistachio
Rachel PortSeptember 19, 2015
Yep everyone was right about the salted pretzel caramel being too salty. Also got the burnt honey vanilla. Flavor was great but it left a slimy film in my mouth after each bite...
TomJanuary 24, 2015
Some of the best ice cream I've ever head. Unsalted caramel and sp pine nut are my favorite. Cash only!
eifehSeptember 27, 2016
Expect a long, slow line. There are so many great ice cream places in the city, so to me the wait isn't worth it. If there's no wait, give it a go. Unique flavors. Caramel sated pretzel is salty.
MischaJune 26, 2015
Been here 5+ times
My tip won't be about the ice cream (is great trust me) is about space, like any other place in NYC there is none! Please consider just coming to buy and walk out to eat.
katie 🍔August 15, 2014
if you are a person who would never order licorice ice cream, the black ass licorice will change your mind. (if you are such a person, it's probably not licorice-y enough.)
Jenny UngOctober 17, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Love the Vietnamese Coffee and Green Tea with Pistachio. Going back forever to try all the flavors! Favorite ice cream spot in NYC hands down. 🍦💕
Michelle WilesOctober 21, 2016
This place gets paaacked but it's an awesome spot. Go on a weekday if you don't want to wait as long
Aditi LuthraMay 21, 2018
I screammmm. So many flavors. Love the vegan espresso ice cream, can’t rlly tell it’s vegan!! + sprinkles everywhere. I wanna try the ice cream avo toast too 😍

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