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Magpies Softserve
Master Critic Review
Magpies Softserve
8.9
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Chef-driven Magpies brings scratch-made soft serve and over-the-top frozen pies to York Boulevard, carrying on the dessert-focused vision Warren and Rose Schwartz launched in 2016. Expect rotating dairy and vegan flavors plus cult pies that locals treat more like special-occasion cakes than casual ice cream cups.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cornflake Softserve Pie, Strawberry Shortcake Softserve Pie, Original Fried Softserve Pie (vegan corn almond)
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 8.5
Consistency: 9.1
Food Quality: 9.4
Atmosphere: 7.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.8
What makes it special: Chef-created soft serve and pies that treat frozen dessert with restaurant-level creativity.
Who should go: Dessert obsessives and date-night duos chasing inventive flavors.
When to visit: Evenings after dinner, especially warm weekends.
What to order: Cornflake Pie, Strawberry Shortcake Pie, swirl-of-the-day soft serve.
Insider tip: Grab a whole softserve pie to stash in your freezer—locals swear they’re the move for birthdays.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking along York Blvd is the norm—usually easy before 6pm, but can get tight on weekend evenings. No valet or dedicated lot.
Dress code: Totally casual. Come as you are—jeans, shorts, and post-dinner stroll attire all fit right in.
Noise level: Low to moderate. It’s mostly a grab-and-go crowd, so conversations are easy.
Weekend wait: 5–15 minutes depending on the flavor hype and weather.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait; a quick in-and-out stop.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Very friendly—most soft serve flavors and toppings are vegetarian.
Vegan options: Strong options with rotating vegan soft serve flavors and vegan pies.
Gluten-free options: Some flavors and toppings are gluten-free, but pies often are not. Cross-contamination is possible, so ask the staff for the safest picks.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes—Magpies is fun, low-pressure, and the creative flavors make for easy conversation. Grab soft serve and take a stroll on York for added charm.
Can I get a table without a reservation? There are no reservations here. Limited indoor seating fills quickly, but most guests grab and go. If you want to snag a table, visit earlier in the evening.
Is it kid-friendly? Absolutely. Sweet flavors, approachable textures, and a relaxed environment make it an easy stop for families. No special kids’ menu, but portions are sharable.
Best For
Better for: Inventive chef-driven flavors and cult-status pies that feel more elevated than standard scoop shops.
Skip if: You want classic ice cream parlors, large indoor seating, or extensive savory snacks—Magpies is dessert-only and leans creative.