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Lower East Side Ice Cream Factory
$ · Ice Cream

88 Essex St Stall 10, New York, NY 10002
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Best Ice Cream in Lower East Side

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Lower East Side Ice Cream Factory 8.1
Lower East Side
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Tucked inside Essex Market, Lower East Side Ice Cream Factory is a counter from the family behind Chinatown Ice Cream Factory, serving flavors that nod to both neighborhood history and Asian American staples. It’s a practical stop for scoops between errands, food-hall meals, or market shopping.
Must-Try Dishes: Lychee Ice Cream, Black Sesame Ice Cream, Thai Iced Tea Ice Cream
Scores:
Value: 8.4 Service: 7.8 Consistency: 8.2 Food Quality: 8.6 Atmosphere: 6.2 Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: Market-stall scoops from the longtime Chinatown Ice Cream Factory family.
Who should go: Shoppers and families wanting quick scoops inside Essex Market.
When to visit: Afternoons or early evening while exploring the food hall.
What to order: Lychee, Black Sesame, Thai Iced Tea ice creams.
Insider tip: Grab your cone, then find upstairs seating to people-watch over Essex Market.