Sugar Hill Creamery - Artisanal Ice Cream NYC

REVIEWS

I had the vanilla bean and honeycomb turmeric coffee ice cream, it was very good. The staff was friendly and helpful!

- Coraima S. (8/16/25)

Great customer experience and ice cream! Seating is available indoors and outdoors.

- Gregory Hernandez (6/19/25)

I came here with a friend for dessert and absolutely loved the unique flavors! It's a cute little ice cream shop with a variety of flavors and creations. I got a small size cup with two scoops, one scoop of Tuma Buna and one scoop of Chairperson of the Board, which was their blueberry cheesecake. Both flavors were very good! The Tuma Buna was very decadent, spicy, and pretty strong. The coffee and ginger in the ice cream are really dominate, so expect a lot of spice! The Chairperson of the Board is pretty creamy, and I love cheesecake flavored ice cream so no disappointment there.

It's definitely great for a quick grab and go. There's minimal seating so plan accordingly when you visit!

- Jessica A. (6/16/25)

So, first of all, yes. And yes. And yes again. This place is an iconic Harlem business and I'm so glad I finally got to try it. I got a 2 flavor split cup and my partner got a single scoop and every flavor we tried was so delicious: strawberry basil with lemon curd, rosemary poundcake with apricot (their June special), and coffee with spiced brownie. I appreciate that their flavors are clearly crafted with thought and care; they really stand out from the basic chocolate/strawberry vanilla. The shop isn't huge so you may have to take to go unless you get lucky with seating. I'll definitely be back to try another kind as flavors rotate!

- Michèle C. (6/5/25)

Great ice cream spot with interesting flavors. Can try samples to pick your flavor and the texture of the ice cream was great. Friendly staff and spots to eat inside.

- Audrey F. (5/24/25)

What a hidden gem !!! Interesting flavors lovely staff- I sampled jalapeño corn and peach cobbler but ended up ordering blueberry cheesecake. Very rich but can tell it's made with high quality ingredients ... well worth a visit!

- Tess M. (3/17/25)

I always come here and it is always a great time. They always give samples and I have gone to both locations in Harlem. It is a small business and a definite go to for ice cream. They have seasonal flavors and the staff is always very friendly and patient. I came recently for an event which they held and it was a great time. I recommend this place for everyone. The place is welcoming to everyone. The staff is always friendly and welcoming.

- Giselle G. (6/15/25)

Superlative!!! Unusual flavors, tasting helps you choose, and the teen who served us yesterday (I want to say his name is Cody, but I'm not 100% on that) was delightful to chat with.

Right after we got our indulgences, double scoop for each of us, it got pretty busy. Great to see a family business thrive!

- Amy K. (7/20/25)

Some of the best lavender ice cream I've ever had. Would love to come back to try the other flavors cause they all looked really good.

- Johnetta H. (6/13/25)

This place has the best ice cream. it's soft rich & very flavorful. I recommend if you have not tried this place, please do. They have a location in West Harlem & East Harlem.

- Sasha L. (5/31/25)

🍦✨ Sweet, soulful scoops with a twist! ✨🍦

If you’re looking for ice cream that actually stands out, run (don’t walk) to this amazing family Black-owned ice cream shop! 💛

They’re serving up scoops, shakes, and treats that go way beyond your usual vanilla-chocolate routine. Think flavors that surprise you in the best way—bold, creative, and made with love. Each bite feels like home with a side of adventure. 🍨💫

From creamy classics with a twist to totally unique creations you won’t find anywhere else, this place has flavor and heart. The vibe? Super welcoming. The staff? Lovely. The treats? Worth every single spoonful. 🙌🏾

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