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Van Leeuwen Ice Cream

Ice Cream Parlor$$$$

Boerum Hill, Brooklyn

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Ranked #5 for ice cream parlors in Brooklyn
The ice cream at Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is a can't miss
"Gianduja (John-dew-ya) ... Dew it."(6 Tips)
"Palm sugar and chocolate milkshake is amazing"(4 Tips)
"Try the Ginger Ice Cream - With cinnamon - lethal."(6 Tips)
"Get the Brooksie Banana Split, but ask for carmel instead of fudge."(2 Tips)

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Eugene KimbergApril 21, 2017
Been here 5+ times
They have vegan ice cream. Works great when you love ice cream but have to stay away from the regular milk products for some reason.
Michelle WilesJuly 6, 2017
If you're there when they're servin up vegan turmeric palm sugar cookie, get it! Unique, multilayered, allllmost spicy, but still ice cold and not spicy. Also the earl grey is always good
The Corcoran GroupJune 17, 2013
This artisan ice cream shop uses fresh hormone and antibiotic free milk and cream from local farms, cane sugar and egg yolks. And it's also delicious. Try the Earl Grey Tea in their organic cone.
HeidiMarch 11, 2018
Good lattes, ice cream is much better than the pints in the stores. They don’t take cash. Dog owners: you can order from the side window outside. Rightfully crowded but worth it if no line.
Djaniella D.April 18, 2015
The fact that they use fresh hormone-free milk and cream from local farms is an added plus! Sea salt caramel & moose tracks, for the caramel and chocolate lovers.
Ross Whittow-WilliamsSeptember 6, 2015
Really cool (pun) Ice Cream place with great flavours, good coffee and a great vibe. Ginger Caramel Crunch Sundae was the business. Gonna come back for the early grey.
Kirill FuchsJanuary 22, 2017
My fav is the honeycomb. But no matter what you choose you can't go wrong.
Chris VodolaMay 16, 2015
Been here 5+ times
The staff here is often of the millennial-hipster variety (the active phonograph really illuminates this point) but the coffee and ice cream are top notch.
Anthony DeRicoMay 31, 2015
Pistachio flavor tastes authentic. Ice cream sundae is amazing. Cookie ice cream sandwich is best ever!
Nauman NoorJuly 6, 2019
Been here 5+ times
Come early in the day as on a hot evening, they run out pretty of popular flavors rather quickly
Daniel BarnettOctober 25, 2014
Used to go here everyday for coffee. Nice option, homemade ice cream you can taste the ingredients. It's that fresh, you can taste it. For a hefty fee.
Carole SentucqMay 31, 2014
OMG!! Best ice cream ever! Had the ice cream sandwich, vegan cookies and mint chocolate vegan: so delicious! But a bit pricey :(
nikkiJanuary 8, 2017
honeycomb is amazing, but all the flavors have depth. tasty, chilly joy
Hefe HofoMay 13, 2018
I tried the brownie sundae... Wouldn't get it again. hard brownie, lots of cream.. The black sesame, caramel and earl grey were on the other hand really good.
ChristinaJuly 12, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The affogato (espresso poured over ice-cream) made with the Gianduja flavor (chocolate w/ hazelnuts) is ridiculously delicious. Perfection in a cup.
Keith LeaSeptember 25, 2016
Been here 50+ times
They have 6-8 vegan flavors, but they often run out of these pretty early in the day. The non-dairy base is nuts — mainly cashew I believe.
Brian MasefieldAugust 3, 2013
Cheddar & Scallion scone was so delicious I didn't even have time to Instagram it. Mocha is also scrumptious (small size is just right).
Leigh Anne ZinsmeisterAugust 21, 2014
Their strawberry ice cream might be my favorite ice cream ever. Stop by their trucks too!
Olga FreedmanJune 28, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Each ice cream is great in its own right. Not too sweet, very luxurious, and awesome ingredients.
Sarah MillerMay 26, 2014
Warning: The salted caramel is SALTY!!! I couldn't finish it. Good thing I paired it with their classic chocolate which was AMAZING.
Linda ChowJune 3, 2015
Got a large cup with all vegan flavors: dark chocolate, banana nut, and pistachio. Banana nut and pistachio were so good!
Aaron BouvierAugust 2, 2018
Been here 50+ times
Known for their delicious ice cream, but it’s a great place for coffee/espresso drinks too.
Tim FallsOctober 13, 2012
Vinyl records spinnin' + ice cream + espresso + nice people. I can dig it.
CompassApril 21, 2014
The ice cream shop is committed to using hormone-free, local dairy products when making its addicting frozen treats.
Kim BostSeptember 6, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Though it's an ice cream shop, Van Leeuwen has great coffee. Also try a scoop of the bourbon vanilla.
Avneesh KohliAugust 14, 2018
Been here 10+ times
Their ice cream is perfection
Emily WilsonApril 19, 2016
The sea salt caramel ice cream is so soft, so creamy, so good.
justmushFebruary 20, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Vegan options on regular and specials menu.
hafeez rajiAugust 1, 2011
Had my first ice cream shake espresso here, was great, the decor is nice, staff was cool and enjoyed my company with miss Sealfon accompanying me Read more
Ryan BrenizerNovember 16, 2015
Been here 50+ times
All ice cream is good, but don't discount the hot chocolate
ShahSeptember 19, 2014
It's all good here. I like the cinnamon + ginger mixed. They also have a great range of vegan dairy-free soy-free ice cream now.
Laura KunkelMarch 31, 2013
Good place for coffee. They are almost always playing Morrissey whenever I walk in so they get points for that.
ZohrayMay 1, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Beyond incredible. Diggin the pistachio but, if you get a cone, you can have 1 scoop of 2 different flavors!
7th.ListFebruary 1, 2012
Both the truck and brick-and-mortar stores use hormone-free milk sourced from pasture-raised cows on an upstate farm, and organic cones. Read more
MiriamMarch 29, 2014
Their homemade caramel is incredibly rich and made from tiny bits of heaven.
Anna K.March 12, 2016
Really good coffee and nice ice cream (try ginger one).
Ian GriggsAugust 8, 2014
Really great milkshakes, they do it right! Except the price...what whatever!
Jake LevineMay 18, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Holler at that ice cream sandwich with house chocolate chip cookies. Extra napkins.
Lia ValengoSeptember 6, 2019
Their Strawberry ice cream is the best! Go for it!
Rory ParnessNovember 10, 2015
2 words - honeycomb (OK, it's one compound word but just get the icecream)
Emily OkeyAugust 3, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Ice cream is delicious (& expensive) but the service leaves a lot to be desired. Long lines and often only one person slowly scooping behind the counter. Hope you're not in a rush!
Bryan BonczekAugust 16, 2014
1 scoop sea salt caramel, 1 scoop vanilla 👍
Dan HarrisonAugust 26, 2013
The black sesame, when available, is one of my top five anywhere.
JillMay 23, 2013
The hazelnut is just like noccole gelato. Try it with the hot fudge!
Jessica M.March 19, 2018
Been here 10+ times
Creamy and delicious ice cream. Try the honeycomb or marshmallow crunch.
Marc MayerJanuary 6, 2016
They serve coffee late, in case you need that evening fix. Don't know about you, but I always need that evening fix.
DrewskiMarch 9, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Chocolate and salted caramel with hot fudge: surprisingly healthy.
Keith LeaOctober 16, 2017
Been here 50+ times
They serve Toby's Estate coffee and it's great
tiff pangMay 12, 2015
Delicious ice cream flavors; love the salted caramel
Nicholas PritchettOctober 5, 2014
Great flavors. Very unique. Good service from the staff.

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