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The Original Chinatown Ice Cream Factory.

Worth it, says Antonina. this family-run business has been a staple in Chinatown for 40 years, it’s a business you can feel good about supporting.

Antonina Pattiz
Antonina PattizI went myself · from my Best ice cream in New York
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It's on 1 of my list. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.

Best ice cream in New York

No. 6 on that list
Worth it
  • Costup to $8 for a single scoop
  • Address65 Bayard St, New York, NY 10013
  • From my guide, updated September 2026.

Forget chocolate and vanilla, at the Original Chinatown Ice Cream Factory exciting Asian-inspired flavors (like lychee, black sesame, and ube) reign supreme. Scoop up swirls of red bean or indulge in the creamy comfort of don tot (Chinese egg custard). Every flavor is made in small batches daily, and crafted with fresh ingredients.

But the magic doesn’t stop there. Thisn’t just a typical NYC ice cream shop, this family-run business has been a staple in Chinatown for 40 years, it’s a business you can feel good about supporting.

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