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- Address88 W Houston St, New York, NY 10012
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Morgenstern’s is reminiscent of those endearing old-school ice cream parlors from a bygone era. A popular neighborhood haunt, every detail oozes charm. From iconic tiled floors to friendly apron-donning staff, visiting Morgenstern’s is a must for anyone on the hunt for the best ice cream in New York City.
Home to 88 flavors, everything is crafted in small-batches with locally-sourced ingredients. The menu is a roll call of everyone’s favorites, from bourbon vanilla to brownie-clad chocolate. But the creative seasonal combinations is where this local ice cream shop truly shines (the yuzu strawberry ripple is a personal favorite).
Unpopular opinion. Unpopular opinion. The most overrated dessert in NYC is the cronut. These spots do it better.