Crooked Lake Ice Cream Company

Very cute place and I had a nice affogato over my double espresso. The bar area has a nice seating area. The place is busy and seems to be one of the few places in the area that are consistently open.

this is such a cozy cafe and lunch place. I loved the iced latte. I remember throwing away a latte that we bought in one of the other small town cafes so I was hesitant. But it was the best coffee ı had in long time!!!

First time here. Went for Mothers Day breakfast and got the mixed berries and creme french toast. It was delicious. Didn't even use the syrup. Would go back again.

We picked this restaurant for breakfast when we were visiting Hammondsport. They are open early for breakfast and that was very helpful for us to get some proteins in before beginning a strenuous hike in the finger lakes state parks. We tried the veggie omelette, the make your own sandwich (muffin and choice of vegetables) and a mug of hot chocolate. All of them were delicious. I agree with the other reviews that the portion size of the dishes is quite small for the price we pay. So we ended up ordering ice creams to go as well and the two flavors that we tried, Maple walnut and Gaffer Tracks were yummy! Nice restaurant with quick service, relaxing vibes and great food.

Very fun place on downtown square with really good ice cream. Service was excellent.

Excellent spot for breakfast in Hammondsport! Kaylee was a wonderful server, food was high quality and the prices were reasonable. My only regret is not saving room for ice cream.

Great service, friendly, good recommendation. I can only speak for the ice cream; it was really good.

Really great burger! Friendly service! Ice cream is pricey. PLEASE put a hook in the bathrooms to hang up backpacks. There was no space in the bathroom to put a purse/bag down, etc.

You had me at ice cream for breakfast!! Don't let the name fool you, this little chic joint in Hammondsport is a lot more than just ice cream. We went for breakfast and were very happy we did. Everything was good and Kaylee was an outstanding server. I had the French toast with a scoop of vanilla and now it's going to be hard for me to have French toast without ice cream in the future. Prices for breakfast are reasonable but the portion size is a little smaller than normal which I expect in a tourist spot with good food and impeccable decor. I've definitely paid more for less in other places. And speaking of the decor, it is outstanding!! Has the vibe of a malt shop with the counter seating and booths. Basing the theme off of Glenn Curtiss is absolutely brilliant and brings historical significance. Wish we had gotten to go back a second time while we were up there and will definitely return if ever up that way again.

We got seated pretty quickly, and our drinks came out without a hitch, so things started off strong. Unfortunately, the wait for our food was over 30 minutes, which was a bit frustrating. When we finally got our utensils, they were noticeably wet; not the best first impression. One disappointment: the menu stated breakfast is served all day, but when we arrived a little after 11, we were told it had already stopped being served. As for the food, kind of hit or miss: * The club sandwich was a highlight: great bread, solid ratio of ingredients. * The burger was also tasty. * Tuna sandwich was decent, but felt like it was missing something to bring it all together. * The Caprese sandwich had a soggy bottom bun. * Chicken tenders were average at best. * Tater tots came out cold. Overall, it was just okay. Nothing was outright bad, but nothing wowed us either. Might be one of the better options in the area, but don't come in with high expectations.

Delightful ice cream in an old school ice cream parlor setting! The whole experience was reminiscent of books that I would read that were set in the early 20th century whereas characters would indulge in ice cream shops when they were children. This place is a true treasure, especially their salted caramel ice cream in a large waffle cone

Great place for brunch! We were happy it was open the day after Thanksgiving for Black Friday. Service was quick for a large group and everyone enjoyed their breakfast items. Atmosphere was nice as a 50's diner space. Love also the vibe of the town, it reminded us of fictional town of Stars Hollow on the Gilmore Girls.

Pancakes were out of this world!! Staff were amazing as well. Will definitely go back

Was in town for the Wineglass Marathon and found this super cute spot for lunch! Friendly staff and the food hit the spot. I must return for the ice cream!

Our time in Hammondsport had run out so after checking out of our motel we stopped in this restaurant for breakfast. Our server informed us that they were out of ham so we could forget ordering ham and eggs or eggs Benedict. My wife ordered French toast, but that too was MIA. Her second choice and now my first choice was easy over eggs and toast

Local shop right off the lake in town. Couple unique flavors, I got raspberry ice cream w Oreos and maple walnut. Kids got sorbet w sprinkles (note happy face) and let other try to eat banana split. Solid flavors, the HS kids working did really well, they knew the product, quick service and best part you can sit at an old school style soda shop bar!

Eggs Benedict was fair. Bacon very chewy and biscuit too crunchy. Eggs cooked fine and plenty of hollandaise sauce. Would not highly recommend

Before a wine tour, have a decent breakfast..look no further! Who knew an ice cream shop is also the cool coffee&breakfast spot too? The coffee was so good we asked if the sold it in bags to go(they dont) The breakfast comes quick, is filling, and exactly what you need. I had the Glens Favorite...eggs with Onion Jam(mind blown) sausage, cheddar, scrambled eggs and their home fried are potato squares YUM! This is a great, quaint little town that takes care of their own. Friendly people too. Next time ice cream(I was looking at the menu from my seat but it was barely 8am) lol

The lady taking our order answered all of our questions and was super patient with us. Ended up getting a fudge brownie milkshake which was super rich and chocolatey. The bar and tables were adorable! Definitely worth stopping by and taking the time to sit down!

I ate here after not finding a place to eat during Memorial Day and I was craving some ice cream like a good ol' American holiday. I had the Buffalo chicken sandwich and my party had the avocado veggie sandwich. Awesome they have gluten free bread since normally it is rare. I guess I should've been warned but I didn't know that Buffalo chicken sandwich had a lot of ranch. When I bit into it it tasted like cheese puffs. While I like cheese puffs I just can't really get down with the flavor and the undying fact that I am eating a crap ton of ranch on the bread. I ended up getting rid of the bread and the ranch since the ranch was on everything. The pretzel bun was really nice and the chicken was pretty average. I tried the pasta salad since it was recommended by server as they make everything in house but I can't say that there was anything impressive. It tasted store bought even though it was homemade so I don't really know what to say to that one. I guess all pasta salads taste the same! Then we had dessert- the ice cream. I had a scoop of chocolate ice cream and I had no idea that the basic one scoop would be gigantic- I wish I got the smaller one because I ended up throwing it out later because the ice cream was so sweet and had this gummy texture I couldn't get down with. It was really sticky and for hard ice cream I wish it was more like Ben & Jerry's as that is my staple ice cream joint for an all American ice cream parlor. My party on the other hand really enjoyed the vegan peanut butter ice cream! She did agree with me it is a little gummy texture but she didn't mind it at all. I think my tastes just really didn't suit this place but all my stars are for the fries because I thought those were so good!

The ice cream is good, the service is good, but my favorite part is the old fashion throwback vibe. It has 'mom and pop' written all over it (ok not really, but proverbially). They didn't have any particularly exotic options, but the staples were all excellent. I went with cookie dough, while the parents had chocolate fudge in a cup with sprinkles. Everyone left happy.

Great little spot. Food was quick, tasted good. My friend was able to modify an item to fit her needs. She wanted only 1 pancake instead of the stack, staff friendly. Prices were reasonable.

Loved the strawberry ice cream and the blue raspberry sorbet. Would have preferred to be able to see the ice cream before ordering; the blue raspberry flavor is an aqua color that I wouldn't have chosen, had I seen the color. I try to avoid artificial coloring. But it is delicious.

I love the decor. Fake pay phone in the back. This is nestled in a cute little town that has a few neat gift shops and another good restaurant we tried that serves lunch and dinner. I think this place is important and I hope it does well. We stayed at an Air BnB and there is absolutely nothing in that area. Prices are very reasonable and the food is pretty good. My crew didn't have any complaints! I got two eggs, home fries and sausage. Sausage is patties which is my favorite. They also give you two as a side not just one! They had their own coffee they produce as well. This was pretty neat. So if you're in the area and it's before 11 than YOU DO NOT HAVE A CHOICE. But also spend money here.

Great breakfast food here and friendly, attentive service in a pleasant environment with outdoor seating

It ok for being only place in town to get breakfast. Service was good at a busy time but didn't like the "clean up crew" emptying the glasses in the street as she was cleaning off the tables....made people waking by uncomfortable watching where to walk

When traveling around the world, but especially in small town USA, I love trying locally made ice cream. An odd interest, considering it is often made sweeter than I like, but it is usually good ice cream. In Hammondsport, the place to go is Crooked Lake Ice Cream Company, which I incidentally found while looking for breakfast options. Taking its name from Keuka Lake's nickname, Crooked Lake is a pristine, modern cafe with a rustic soda fountain look, white with black and wood accents with booth seating and cafe chairs/tables. I went for ice cream, which delivered as hoped: creamy, dense, and tasting naturally like its flavor, and a bit too sweet for me but probably great for most. They also serve breakfast and lunch, offering a limited menu during the summer and fall of 2020 because of the pandemic. As a great fan of breakfast sandwiches, it is more common to find decent ones than exceptional, and it was a pleasant discovery that Crooked Lake is fantastic at it. Juicy, tasty sausage patties or bacon, fried eggs just cooked through, soft brioche buns, and good jams that accent the sandwiches with just the right bit of sweetness. Scrambled eggs are fluffy, the hash browns crispy and fresh. Just about perfect. Timewise, it never worked out to try their lunch sandwiches but I wouldn't hesitate to. Located on the Hammondsport square, next to the Park Inn, and easily accessible in the village. Go for breakfast!

Hammondsport is at the foot of Keuka Lake, one of the famous Finger Lakes of Western New York. Its nickname is "Crooked Lake" because of its unusual shape (it reminds me of a slingshot I had when I was a kid) so that's how the ice cream shop and café took its name. It's a charming little place nestled on the square in a charming little town. It reminds me of a miniature version of Lake Geneva, without the clutter and Illinois license plates. (Hammondsport is what Lake Geneva SHOULD be, but I digress.) Because of Covid19, the dining room is closed. Same can be said for the other dining establishments on the square, so they all got together and put up tents on the main street. This way, you can enjoy the restaurants and the nice weather at the same time. (I was told the idea worked out so well they may do this every year!) I had just finished touring the Glenn Curtiss museum (highly recommended and another review) and just wanted to sit down for awhile and have a snack. I opted for a hot fudge sundae. I neglected to ask, but I think it was French Vanilla, the ice cream was very rich and flavorful. There was just enough hot fudge so it added to the flavor without overpowering the whole sundae. It was topped with whipped cream and a cherry that I almost lost - but caught it as it tried to roll off my sundae! (That's how it got covered with whipped cream in the photo.) Enjoy your visit to Hammondsport, be sure to visit the Crooked Lake Ice Cream Company and don't forget, you're in wine country!

Expansive food choices, beverages and sweets. Our food was promptly ready for us to pick up ( by name). If u like coffee, I suggest you get at least a medium otherwise you have to pay for seconds. Employees are thoughtful. Check the menu before you go else you'll be in line for a long while. Great restaurant!

Perfect breakfast spot! The coffee and specialty pumpkin pancakes were so good! And the service was spot on! We ate here two mornings in a row! I noticed that they had a big coffee grinder in the restaurant. Freshly ground coffee beans must be their secret to a great cup of coffee! We did try to go back for Ice cream one evening at 8 pm, but they were already closed. Online, google had their hours listed as open until 9 pm, so I'm not sure if google is just not updated with current hours, or if it was just that particular evening. But, obviously we liked the place or we wouldn't have tried to go a third time in two days! I recommend it!

Decent breakfast place if you're looking for somewhere in Hammondsport. Pretty good service and the food came out pretty quick. We both got the Strawberry and Cream Belgian Waffles and they were nothing outstanding, but pretty good. The breakfast sandwich was also pretty good. It's a nice, small-town diner atmosphere and a very nice place to dine in. The prices are pretty good, my sandwich was 12 dollars and both of the waffles were 10. Definitely would come back.

THEY GOT THE POACHED EGGS RIGHT!!!! I love poached eggs. The only one who makes them right is my hubs. So when I ordered poached eggs at Crooked Lake my expectations were low, as they usually are when ordering poached eggs from a restaurant. (I really don't hold it against restaurants when the eggs aren't right...they ARE difficult to nail.) But at Crooked Lake, the poached eggs were PERFECTION. As you can see from my pics, they simply ooooooozzzzzzed over my toast. Not a bit under, nor over. Perfect. Perfect. Perfect. The homemade jam was delicious and the bread was thick and satisfying. I knocked this review back one star because the service was a tad slow (although waitress was very nice), there were flies everywhere, and it was so loud inside. Maybe invest in some baffles? Otherwise, I highly recommend Crooked Lake for breakfast!

This is our favorite breakfast spot in Hammondsport!! The cold brew with oat milk is perfect! They always have really good specials, too. This time it was a summer vegetable omelette - filled with goat cheese, asparagus, zucchini, summer squash, and corn. I'm so glad our server shared how much she likes it! The omelette my husband chose, Glenn's Omelette, had onion jam in it and was also delicious! My daughter's buttermilk pancakes were exactly what she was hoping for!!

I've never had the ice cream here, to be honest, but I can strongly recommend their breakfasts. I've tried the eggs, home fries, and pancakes -- all are delicious. The staff are very attentive and were able to accommodate food allergies. A great spot to check out right on the Hammondsport main square.

Found this little gem in quaint Hammondsport, quite hungry for lunch with the added benefit of ice cream! Quite unfortunate to have run out of fries, tots and waited over an hour for 3 sandwiches, and could not imagine waiting further for dessert; and to our dismay, we left hungry!!!! Lunch ticket was over $63 for 3 lunch sandwiches and 4 drinks. I can't recommend...unfortunately.

They were slammed this morning as it was Father's Day! We expected a long wait with service but they came through with flying colors. Enjoyed the feta/spinach omelette with whole wheat toast/home fries. Only caveat, plate swimming in butter from grill. Lighten up on the butter please!

Outstanding, fluffy pancakes and excellent french toast, best breakfast in the village, IMHO. Also, you can take your ice cream across the street to enjoy under a shady tree on the well-maintained village square.

GREAT breakfast. I ordered the eggs Benedict. Perhaps the best Hollandaise sauce I've ever had. Waitress was kind, and refreshed coffee. Would have gone back for ice cream, but they are only open until 2pm. Due to Covid, perhaps? Either way, this is a great spot.

Was visiting the last week in September 2022. Went there for breakfast - 2 couples. There was a sign up stating they were sorry that they were short staffed.. There was NO issue with getting service and having a pleasant waitress. The food was really good. We would visit again, when we are up in the area Also one evening we were going out to dinner and stopped for ice cream. The waitress was very friendly and polite and the ice cream was great too

Had breakfast and was very good. Service was prompt and food was good old breakfast good and affordable. GREAT coffee. Highly recommended.

Cute personal breakfast right in the heart of town. We arrived early and had a table outside with perfect crisp summer weather. I suggest the ice cream scoop on the French toast for a little twist.

Even during Covid still the best breakfast in the coolest small town in America. Its like having a winderful breakfast in sa Nirman Rockwell painting

Stopped in for a quick breakfast for lunch. They serve breakfast and lunch until 2. There was a nice choice of home made options. Hubby had a bagel sandwich I had a bagel with cream cheese and a side of hash. The hash was delish. After we had a small fish of ice cream. The staff was friendly and attentive. The food was great.

S'mores. S'mores. S'mores. S'mores. S'mores and some more s'mores. My kids loved the s'mores ice cream. LOVED IT. the shop has a great atmosphere and is a staple location for my family and I to visit when we are near Hommondsport.

poor service. waited outside for 10 minutes. went inside to find kids/waitstaff hanging out doing nothing/ talking. they told me it would be 10 more minutes to get a menu. nobody was there. basically told me to F off. go somewhere else. went to Village Tavern and was taken care of right away.

If you are ever in Hammondsport, you have to come here for the ice cream. Regardless of sun, rain, or snow we make it a point to stop by here to get some ice cream whenever we are in town. They have a wide variety of flavors that change with the seasons. Not a problem, they do let you sample to figure out which is your favorite. If you aren't able to narrow it down, don't worry because they offer a "flight" of ice cream where you can choose 4 flavors to enjoy. Definitely a must visit if you are ever in the area!.

Unfortunately we were disappointed. We came here two years before and loved it , but when we came back the food had gone downhill. Breakfast was lack luster with eggs being over done and home fries out of a bag. Tomato added to my breakfast sandwich was not ripe that I had to take off. I wish it was the same as before. Too bad. Maybe when we come back it will be better.

Visited here twice now on our weeks vacation at Keuka. This place is cute. First visit was for ice cream with the kids. 2 sundaes which are a good size for the kids, and a scoop in a waffle cone for myself. I highly recommend the waffle cone. It's not traditional but has a crumbly texture and if cinnamonny. 2nd visit was for breakfast. Couple of breakfast sandwiches and an egg platter. The home fries are delicious. Careful with some of the sandwiches, they have jellies and jam in them so if you don't like the savory with the sweet it's not a good combination All in all this place is good. We'll come back again before we have to leave in the next few days for ice cream. Place is packed in the morning, being one of the only breakfast places around will have tyat impact. You may have to wait for a table. Each day as I pass by this place is busy with breakfast goers

Great breakfast spot, located in downtown Hammondsport. Staff is extremely helpful and friendly with my wife's celiac's disease. Small inside with maybe six booth but large outside eating area

Friendly staff, fun lake ambiance, and pleasant outdoor seating. Coffee was nice and I had a good time just relaxing and enjoying the downtown area. I ordered a bagel sandwich which sounded very nice but after an hour of waiting, I decided to cancel the order since it was taking so long. The wait staff was friendly and offered quick alternatives but I was pretty annoyed at the situation and decided to leave. Maybe worth the wait if you have an open morning.

Hit and a miss for us for breakfast. Over easy eggs were over hard, the potatoes were under cooked and the guacamole appears to be made here, but tasted like they used a dry mix. The atmosphere is cute and they have a nice ice cream bar. I'd need to give this a second try to see if I just hit the kitchen on an off day!

This is the best breakfast place in town and they also have outdoor seating. I ordered the 2 eggs with 2 sausages and 2 pieces of toast for $5, which was a lot of food for $5. The coffee here is also pretty good. I would definitely recommend this place if you're in Hammondsport!

Very accommodating for our group of ten! Breakfast was delicious: the eggs Benedict special was delicious and I'd go back just for the home fries.

I love this place! It has so much potential! However staff is really out to lunch. Not nice, friendly or informed. Passive aggressiveness is the word I would use to describe the staff. I am a local and really love this place. I desire for the owner to get the staff some customer service training. They lack charm and isn't that why people come to the cutest small town in America for? Charm! I frequent this place weekly and no one ever says hi, how are you, nice to see you again! Nothing! Void and vapid staff. Even at my local starbucks in nyc (yes i live there too) remember me and say hi! How are you! The staff really makes the establishment not the food! Invest in training your staff. Otherwise I really love this place.

Great place for lunch! A fine selection of specialty sandwiches and traditional American fare. A friendly space and a welcoming environment. Good service.

They serve breakfast and lunch as well as ice cream. We ate breakfast there twice, so good. The french toast was very good. So were the pancakes and scrambled eggs. Then later we stopped back for really good ice cream.

Visited here 10/6/2020. Had a girls night in Hammondsport at Keuka Lake and were excited to wake up and get breakfast. It was the most beautiful fall morning and a short walk from where we stayed. Arrived and we were instantly welcomed by a very sweet girl (wish I got her name, she had a ponytail) and she was absolutely lovely to deal with. Personable and helpful! Our coffee was very tasty, I even drank mine black it was so good. We ordered breakfast sandwiches - crooked lake option to be exact and it was delicious!! I had to write a review as the experience was so wonderful as well as the food! Highly recommended if you are visiting Keuka Lake! Wish we could of tried their ice cream as well, next time!