When you’re out exploring open houses this summer — or traveling further afield — there’s nothing like taking a break with something cool and sweet. As your Brooklyn real estate specialists, we know the neighborhoods and we know where to find the best ice cream spots to fuel your search.
In honor of National Ice Cream Day, here are some of our favorite must-try ice cream destinations in Brooklyn and beyond!
Brooklyn’s Must-Try Ice Cream Spots
L'Albero Dei Gelati — Park Slope
Italian slow food meets Brooklyn charm. We’ve visited with our families and love enjoying house made gelato in their cozy back garden. Made with farm-fresh ingredients sourced from small producers.
Must-try: Butter & Salt
Villabate Alba — Bensonhurst
If you’re touring homes in South Brooklyn, we have a listing at 3165 Nostrand Ave, Unit 1H. You can stop by this ice cream place. This Sicilian bakery offers homemade gelato alongside traditional pastries. It’s a spot we’ve enjoyed with our own families!
Must-try: Fragola (Strawberry)
Gelateria Gentile — Williamsburg
Bringing Puglian heritage to Brooklyn, this family-run spot serves rich Stracciatella and vibrant sorbettos.
Must-try: Pistachio di Bronte
Propitious Mango Ice Cream
A TikTok favorite with a tropical twist, Propitious Mango Ice Cream is popping up at specialty dessert shops in Brooklyn. Worth hunting down!
Island Pops — Crown Heights
When you’re visiting our listing at 718 Sterling Place, stop by and try Island Pops. It’s a trending dessert shop serving ice cream and popsicles with island-inspired flavors in a modern, rustic space. They specialize in Caribbean popsicles and ice cream. For a highly refreshing treat, try an ice pop
Must-try: soursop
Soft Swerve Ice Cream — Downtown Brooklyn
Come by our listing at 230 Jay St, Unit 10H, and try this local favorite. It’s a whimsical soft serve shop featuring Asian-inspired flavors.
Must-try: Ube
Beyond Brooklyn: International Ice Cream Finds
If your summer plans take you beyond the borough, here are a few international favorites to keep on your radar:
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Chinatown Ice Cream Factory — Manhattan: Unique Asian-inspired flavors like lychee and black sesame.
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Gelato Messina — Sydney, Australia: Globally famous for inventive gelato creations.
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MINIMAL — Taichung, Taiwan: The world’s only Michelin-starred ice cream tasting menu. Refined, unforgettable, and definitely bucket-list-worthy.
Final Scoop
Whether you’re touring open houses in Brooklyn or traveling across the world, there’s always time to enjoy a scoop (or two). These ice cream spots are just another reason why we Live Love Brooklyn — because here, every block has flavor, and every cone tells a story.
At the Rahmé Team, we’re proud to call Brooklyn home — The Soul of NYC — and we’re here to help you find your sweet spot in it.
