Purity Ice Cream Co.
Ice cream shop · Ithaca ·

Purity Ice Cream Co.

Ice cream shop · Ithaca ·

Small-batch ice cream since 1936, plus baked goods & diner food

ice cream
vegan ice cream
great flavors
friendly staff
long wait
diner food
milkshakes
bakery items
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700 Cascadilla St, Ithaca, NY 14850 Get directions

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700 Cascadilla St, Ithaca, NY 14850 Get directions

+1 607 272 1545
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"“The Ice Cream of the Finger Lakes” consistently makes the lists of must have ice cream. Made in small batches, this ice cream shop still uses recipes created by their original founder in 1936. And while their flavor list is long – our personal recommendations are the Bulldog Crunch, Boomberry and Sea Salt Caramel. But while ice cream is the anchor of this local landmark – their offerings just continue to grow, expand and delight. A short list of must haves: the eggnog – yes, it costs more than your supermarket fare, but one sip and you’ll know why; the sammies – clever takes on the ice cream sandwich – who wouldn’t love a gingerdoodle and black raspberry combo; the muffins, the pies, the cupcakes, the bars, the ice cream cakes….oh the list!! Oh, but wait….if Purity didn’t get you there….they are now serving breakfast on weekends and lunch weekdays. The gluten free pancakes are the best we’ve ever had – like ever ever ever...and that Happy Bowl for lunch – sautéed greens, toasted quinoa, pan-seared salmon (or not!), avocado, sprouts, miso dressing...it’s definitely worth smiling about. Absolutely worth the hype. (oh, and thanks to great local photographer Allison Usavage for these pics!! www.allisonusavage.com)" - St. John Design Group

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"Purity Ice Cream Co., Downtown Ithaca. “The Ice Cream of the Finger Lakes” consistently makes the lists of must have ice cream. Made in small batches, this ice cream shop still uses recipes created by their original founder in 1936. And while their flavor list is long – our personal recommendations are the Bulldog Crunch, Boomberry and Sea Salt Caramel. But while ice cream is the anchor of this local landmark – their offerings just continue to grow, expand and delight. A short list of must haves: the eggnog – yes, it costs more than your supermarket fare, but one sip and you’ll know why; the sammies – clever takes on the ice cream sandwich – who wouldn’t love a gingerdoodle and black raspberry combo; the muffins, the pies, the cupcakes, the bars, the ice cream cakes….oh the list!! Oh, but wait….if Purity didn’t get you there….they are now serving breakfast on weekends and lunch weekdays. The gluten free pancakes are the best we’ve ever had – like ever ever ever...and that Happy Bowl for lunch – sautéed greens, toasted quinoa, pan-seared salmon (or not!), avocado, sprouts, miso dressing...it’s definitely worth smiling about. Absolutely worth the hype. (oh, and thanks to great local photographer Allison Usavage for these pics!! www.allisonusavage.com)"

Ithaca
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Farhana Y.

Google
Purity Ice Cream Co. nailed the experience. We stopped by after dinner, just an hour before closing, and the energy was still high—lively, welcoming, and very much the night is still young kind of vibe. I picked a gorgeous-looking ice cream that tasted just as good as it looked. Sitting there with my husband, enjoying ice cream in -2°C weather, felt oddly perfect. Cold outside, cozy inside, and a simple little ice-cream date done right. Definitely a place that turns a quick stop into a memorable moment.

Jason B.

Google
We went there for dinner with family we were visiting. We keep to a Vegan diet and our daughter Vegetarian, while her husband is omniviore. All of were able to get dinner and ice cream treats afterwards. Our Vegan diet is about personal health so we are more flexible than some others might be about the fact that the Vegan burgers and veggies are cooked on the same grill as meat. For the same reasons we did not check to see if the ice cream cones were Vegan. Anyone who is concerned about such details should check and might end up eating elsewhere depending on what they find out. Alternatively, if one orders ice cream in a cup that should be acceptable for most people who keep to a Vegan diet. Our food order tonight: White Bean Lentil Burger: Whole Wheat Roll, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Chipotle aiolin, *Fried Onions, Jalapeno, No Extras Add Side Field Green Salad, honey mustard, No Drink Crispy Chicken Cobb Salad; Fried chicken breast, hard boiled egg, field greens, roma tomato, cucumber, avocado, carrots, choice of dressing Balsamic Vinegrette Dressing White Bean Lentil Burger: Whole Wheat Roll, *Grilled Bell Peppers, *Grilled Mushrooms, *Grilled Onions, No Extras Add Side Field Green Salad, Basalmic, No Drink Black Bean Burger: scratch made vegan black bean burger has a touch of BBQ flavor. Whole Wheat Roll, *Grilled Bell Peppers, *Grilled Mushrooms, *Grilled Onions, Jalapeno, Tomatoes, Lettuce, Add Avocado, Add on Sweet Potato Fries, No Drink Our deserts: Junior Scoop Vegan, Cup, Vegan Chocolate Chunk gf, Junior Scoop Vegan, Cup, Vegan Vanilla Bean gf Junior Scoop, Cup, Black Raspberry Junior Scoop, Cup, Bittersweet, 1 Scoop Vegan, Sugar cone, Vegan Chocolate Chunk gf 2 Scoop, Vegan, Waffle Cone, Vegan Mint Choc Chunk gf, Vegan Wild Berry The vegan burgers are an alternative for those who don't want commercial Vegan burgers. We liked the black bean burger better in terms of texture but both were mushy, and didn't have much flavor. We probably would not get either again. The sweet potato fries were good, not great. The side salads were surprisingly generous. Everyone liked the ice cream. The Vegan ice cream all were very good. It is possible to get Vegan shakes and vegan sundaes,which we did not try tonight.

Natasha H.

Google
I love eating here!!! The make your own burgers, with all the different types of fries. Today I was serviced by Mario. He was very nice pleasant professional food was amazing and cut thoroughly. Thank you for all your hard work.

Kang Y.

Google
Purity is our go to ice cream place in Ithaca. Samantha was so kind and helpful to find flavors that I like which was boomberry and green tea combo. You must try the place if you’re visiting Ithaca!

Christopher F.

Google
Phenomenal. The best ice cream I’ve ever had. Easily. More than 40 flavors and it’s a whole different level of creamy and smooth. There’s a reason it’s a local fave since 1932!

Abigail R.

Google
We loved celebrating my roommates birthday here tonight. Alexis was so sweet and helpful. We had so much fun taking on the expedition sundae split between 8 of us! 😅💗

Megan C.

Google
Great experience from Ohio we eat fresh made ice cream weekly that we walk to. This was top notch! Thank you from a bunch of nuts...(buckeyes..oh..io)

Ariana

Google
Amazing place if your looking to get diner style food. Ice cream is light and not to heavy. Pairs well with fresh cooked fries!

Dan M.

Yelp
Wonderful ice cream and great service, especially Alexis. We come here every time we're in Ithaca.
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Jada C.

Yelp
Great service. Delicious food. I ordered the tomato avocado melt. It came with white toast with butter and melted cheese. Joseph got the burger with the toppings. The ambience of Purity restaurant felt more like a 1950's diner. I liked the relaxed atmosphere. We decided to come here as I received a $25 gift card. I said why not treat ourselves? A good place for families, friends, and even dates to go to get a tater tots or a lite meal.
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Matthew W.

Yelp
Fairly spacious ice cream parlor that also sells burgers, sandwiches, and breakfast food. The sweet treats available include shakes, malts, sundaes, pastries, and of course, ice cream. Prices are quite good (1 large scoop is about $5). Staff is friendly and offers a reasonable number of samples. The restaurant is large enough to house about 50+ people in terms of seating. I love the variance in flavors and options, as well as seasonal selections. You'll always find something you'll enjoy (unless you're lactose intolerant). I especially enjoyed the pumpkin cheesecake crumble. I'd recommend Purity for sure!
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J B.

Yelp
We went there for dinner with family we were visiting. We keep to a Vegan diet and our daughter Vegetarian, while her husband is omniviore. All of were able to get dinner and ice cream treats afterwards. Our Vegan diet is about personal health so we are more flexible than some others might be about the fact that the Vegan burgers and veggies are cooked on the same grill as meat. For the same reasons we did not check to see if the ice cream cones were Vegan. Anyone who is concerned about such details should check and might end up eating elsewhere depending on what they find out. Alternatively, if one orders ice cream in a cup that should be acceptable for most people who keep to a Vegan diet. Our food order tonight: White Bean Lentil Burger: Whole Wheat Roll, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Chipotle aiolin, *Fried Onions, Jalapeno, No Extras Add Side Field Green Salad, honey mustard, No Drink Crispy Chicken Cobb Salad; Fried chicken breast, hard boiled egg, field greens, roma tomato, cucumber, avocado, carrots, choice of dressing Balsamic Vinegrette Dressing White Bean Lentil Burger: Whole Wheat Roll, *Grilled Bell Peppers, *Grilled Mushrooms, *Grilled Onions, No Extras Add Side Field Green Salad, Basalmic, No Drink Black Bean Burger: scratch made vegan black bean burger has a touch of BBQ flavor. Whole Wheat Roll, *Grilled Bell Peppers, *Grilled Mushrooms, *Grilled Onions, Jalapeno, Tomatoes, Lettuce, Add Avocado, Add on Sweet Potato Fries, No Drink Our deserts: Junior Scoop Vegan, Cup, Vegan Chocolate Chunk gf, Junior Scoop Vegan, Cup, Vegan Vanilla Bean gf Junior Scoop, Cup, Black Raspberry Junior Scoop, Cup, Bittersweet, 1 Scoop Vegan, Sugar cone, Vegan Chocolate Chunk gf 2 Scoop, Vegan, Waffle Cone, Vegan Mint Choc Chunk gf, Vegan Wild Berry The vegan burgers are an alternative for those who don't want commercial Vegan burgers. We liked the black bean burger better in terms of texture but both were mushy, and didn't have much flavor. We probably would not get either again. The sweet potato fries were good, not great. The side salads were surprisingly generous. Everyone liked the ice cream. The Vegan ice cream all were very good. It is possible to get Vegan shakes and vegan sundaes,which we did not try tonight.
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Ruth C.

Yelp
Decently sized parking lot and street parking nearby as well. Spacious interior if you don't want to sit on the road-side patio. The available flavors are on the board, but the flavor explanations are on the laminated menus that have every flavor listed, including out of season ones. Service was brusque even though there was nobody in line behind us. I think I had higher expectations based on an acquaintance's recommendation, but it feels like they're just the only local ice cream vendor that does enough volume to distribute to restaurants. Flavors were ok but I don't think we'll be back.
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Manish C.

Yelp
Serving customers since 1936, Purity Ice Cream is one of 2 go-to local ice cream shops you need to try out when in Ithaca. The entire place gives off amazing retro ice cream parlor vibes which I rarely see nowadays. You appreciate the retro look a bit more after one too many visits to spartan-looking and soulless micro-batch creameries that seem to be popping up. They also have a food menu and dining area which is also from a bygone era (unless you happen to find a Friendly's still around), but can't judge the food since I wanted to try out the ice cream. I went with one scoop each of the coconut and cookies and cream from their list of over 20 ice cream flavors. While both were delicious and hit the spot, the clear winner of the two for me was the coconut ice cream, as the cookies and cream didn't pack too much of a punch to make a lasting impression on me. Overall, I'd rate the ice cream a solid 4 out of 5, but Purity ice cream gets a rare bump up to 5 stars from me for the cool retro cream parlor vibes and friendly service. We need more unique ice cream places like this one!
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Maureen M.

Yelp
Drive to Ithaca late on a Sunday for concert tickets wanted a snack and google brought us here. Huge ice cream menu! Plenty of already scooped pints! It was a cute shop you can order on tablets or go to the counter. I ordered a triple scoop in a dish. Cont remember all the flavors I chose but it was really delicious! One had praline flavors so good! Another was chocolate with mint and Oreos! Yum! I'll definitely stop back! Sorry no photos but it's ice cream!

Cypress O.

Yelp
The service was incredible and the ice cream was delicious! Liam was kind and helpful in every way!
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Katie P.

Yelp
A fun ice cream shop with a wide variety of flavors (including vegan options)! I haven't had ice cream from a shop since the summer, but have been eager to try Purity Ice Cream. Ordering online was fast and simple, as was pickup. There was a dining area available, but I was just in and out. Be aware of potential parking challenges during busier times of the day. I ordered a pint of ice cream for the freezer, and for the road I ordered one scoop of the chocolate raspberry flavor. Wow! So delicious. Perfect balance of chocolate to raspberry. You might look at the price of a scoop and be hesitant, but the portion was very generous. I thoroughly enjoyed the ice cream, and I am looking forward to enjoying the pint in the freezer!

Penelope S.

Yelp
best milkshakes ever. Shoutout to samantha for being so sweet!!! Highly recommend strawberry milkshake
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Justine B.

Yelp
I came here for their vegan options and I have to say I was really impressed by their fresh unique flavors. The vegan vanilla bean tasted so authentic and we opted to make a shake with this and Oreos for a "cookies and cream" vibe. We also got the mint chocolate chip which wasn't dyed a fake green (very refreshing). The service of the checkout girls was very friendly and inviting. My only feedback is when the man came to deliver my Boston shake he asked what toppings I wanted and rushed through the list without really going through all of them with me. Would have been nice to have all the typical sundae toppings. Also, even though it says vegan make sure to clarify you want non-dairy milk with your shakes if you're vegan.
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Kim L.

Yelp
We stopped because we had wanted ice cream and were seriously looking for something that wasn't a chain, and wasn't the "usual suspects" for good ice cream. I went for a unique one - it was a mint chocolate ice cream w/crushed Oreos - kind of made it taste like a Thin Mint. My only complaint was that the paper stuck to the cone so I had to forego the last bite! My companion opted for traditional - it was a brownie sundae - and it was really yummy - and so much that she couldn't eat it all! Our server was quick and knowledgeable and we so enjoyed sitting outside in the sun!

john d.

Yelp
Great ice cream from packed pints to frozen yogurts. Cones or scoops, banana splits etc. Reasonable prices and polite prompt service.
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Andrea B.

Yelp
Purity has a great selection of non-dairy vegan flavors. They even have vegan waffle cones dipped with chocolate and sprinkles or nuts, which is pretty rare for a nonvegan place. I like the texture of the ice cream, it felt very close to dairy based ice cream, but unfortunately it was totally lacking flavor to me. The chocolate flavor was so mild. A cold treat hits the spot for me on a hot day, but I just can't give 5 stars for the flavor. It didn't taste bad... it just didn't taste like much anything.
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Sarah G.

Yelp
The ice cream and food is always tasty and the service is always super kind. Alexis was so patient and friendly with me on my last visit. It's a neighborhood institution.
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Jessica H.

Yelp
So much hype over just ok ice cream. We were in the area and stopped for ice cream. It was just ok and it sadly wasn't worth the ten minute wait. We saw on the way out a bunch of ordering kiosks which had there been a sign pointing them Out we would have used. This is not a place where you can look at the actual ice cream so if you a person that chooses that way this is not the place for you.

Dennis M.

Yelp
A good place to get your icecream! Looks like a vintage diner. Fast service. Tasty icecream. Good vibes. Must visit this hot summer.

Sari L.

Yelp
I've been an ice cream lover for 50+ years and have tried ice cream from all over the U.S. Purity is EASILY the best. I got my first taste of Purity 5 years ago and now it's the only ice cream I get and it's always as excellent as I remember. 100% delicious and creamy.
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david l.

Yelp
Purity has the best ice cream in town. Do not get scared of the line. It moves quick and wellk worth the wait. All the flavors are great and you won't go wrong with what you choose.

K G.

Yelp
Ice cream, burgers and onion rings are good! The style of decor is just perfect! Nice place to sit and eat with friends. Service can be good, but sometimes just average.
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Beth R.

Yelp
Such a huge variety of flavors and toppings and fun choices. The staff was helpful and friendly, the atmosphere is fun and adorable! Decent prices and just a lovely little place!!
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Lina L.

Yelp
While the ice cream here is decent, if you're hunting for the crown jewel of Ithaca's frozen treats, head on right over to either Melissa's or Cayuga Lake Creamery as they hold the scepter in that realm--superior quality that could probably make a grown woman cry tears of joy. But hey, it's not all a frosty tragedy here. The seating is plentiful, and the generous hours make this place a bustling hub for students and families alike, always buzzing like a beehive minus the stings. So, if you're nearby and craving a scoop or two, why not? But would I trek across town for it? Probably not! Been here a few times in the evenings, mostly as a backdrop for hanging out with friends. It's the kind of place you go because it's convenient and you want ice cream, not because you're craving an ice cream revelation.
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Marissa C.

Yelp
We heard this was the place to go for ice cream, so we headed on over. The space is divided between the ice cream and desserts with its own display and line on one side, and a separate side to order hot food. The hot food also has kiosks to place the order. In the middle is a seating area. We tried the classic grilled cheese, fries, fried chicken sandwich, cole slaw, and scoops of the Madigan Mint ice cream (chocolate mint ice cream with Oreos). The ice cream was great, and there were a lot of other intriguing flavors we'd be interested to try in the future. The hot food was pretty tasty and hit the spot. A parking lot is available.
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Binal T.

Yelp
Loved the vibe of this place and there are amazing flavor options. Sometimes the wait is long but it's well worth it
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Allison C.

Yelp
I'm not sure why Purity has so much hype. Maybe because of the change in ownership a few years ago by I** H*spitality... (owns ghost kitchens and overpriced restaurants in Ithaca) this place has gone downhill. Don't even bother with the dairy free ice cream here. I've never had an ice cream feel sandy and chalky on my tongue before. The other hard ice cream flavors I've had taste watery and sometimes freezer burned. Head over to the commons for better options!!

Keira D.

Yelp
Every time I come here the staff is so kind and warm. The food & ice cream always deliver. Highly recommend the expedition sundae for a group of friends.
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Dave N.

Yelp
When you get past the factory-like, one way service and taste the unique flavors they have for ice cream, you'll realize that this is a place families have been going for generations. I got the Madigan mint, a chocolate on chocolate mint ice cream stuffed with soften Oreo cookie. It was awesome and something I've been searching for. Most mint ice cream is not chocolate based. One scoop in a cup was plenty for me. My family got the chocolate raspberry and black cherry flavors which were great. There's a burger and fries place in the opposite corner which was a little off to me. Plenty of places to sit. I would go back for sure!
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Katie-Ann F.

Yelp
This place is always bustling with students, families, and locals! With a large menu of unique ice cream flavors, baked goods like donuts and cupcakes, and savory items, there's so many choices to choose from. We got a large ice cream (up to 3 flavors) with a wafer cone. We chose Boomberry (black raspberry ice cream with black cherries, blueberries, & strawberries), Madigan Mint (creamy chocolate mint ice cream loaded with Oreos), and Green Tea. The boomberry was very fruity, as expected. But the fruits were all very frozen and icy and and hard to chew through with the ice cream. It wasn't like when you have strawberries in strawberry ice cream where they're soft and accompany the creamy ice cream. If you like berries, a lot, then maybe this is for you. The Madigan mint was not bad with a chocolate based ice cream and somewhat mild in mint and Oreos. The Green Tea was kinda faint in my opinion, could definitely be made stronger. The green tea flavor gets drowned out a bit by the vanilla based ice cream. Overall, decent ice cream but not really worth the hype. I would like to go back and try their coffee flavored ice cream and baked goods next time though!
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Barton P.

Yelp
Visited Ithaca for some hiking. Wife and I decided to have lunch at Purity Ice Cream parlor. I had a cheese burger basket and the wife had a patty melt...both were very tasty and juicy. Just the way I like my burger. After eating we had dessert... ice cream! Friendly atmosphere and courteous hospitality. We will visit here again when in the area.

Madison F.

Yelp
Known for their ice cream, but they have excellent food as well. Highly recommend the chicken nuggets and spicy fries!

Charles S.

Yelp
Always a favorite when I'm in Ithaca. We love the choices available and today I enjoyed the Black Raspberry Ice Cream. The ambiance reminds me of the old mid 20th century restaurants of my youth that were disappearing in the 1970's under the onslaught of "The Scottish Restaurant."

Ryan L.

Yelp
Hurricane was terrific! Staff was extremely helpful. Chip came over to make sure everything went well and helped us clean up! Highly recommend.

Robert Z.

Yelp
After 20 minutes I am still waiting for my order. Of the five employees behind the counter, maybe one is working while the other talk with each other. I would leave if not with my children. Purity just has lazy staff. Not sure if I will taste the ice cream.

Kenneth P.

Yelp
Came in yesterday and Trinity was the only one working at the time but she still managed to keep a smile and be polite while also taking orders and serving ice cream in a timely manner...and the icecream was AMAZING, this is my new go to place thank you Trinity and thank you purity!!

Emma S.

Yelp
delicious food and ice cream, fast service. always full of people -- vibes are on point

Jim C.

Yelp
Purity's strawberry milkshakes are the gold standard, but if you live in or near Cortland Doug's Fish Fry's are every bit as good.
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Alexandra B.

Yelp
I'm a huge ice cream fan -- maybe even an expert -- this ice cream is rich and creamy and incredibly delicious. Go treat yo self and the family. You can sit indoors or outdoors. If you can't park in the main lot, there's another lot across the street for customers.
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Mia T.

Yelp
I have had plenty of ice cream across the country, but this hands down goes into my top 5 ice cream spots. I had the s'mores or campfire ice cream, I don't remember the specific name, and the chocolate base was one of the best I've ever had. There was a long line when I arrived, but it went by fast and the girls at the counter kept the flow going. If you had one choice to stop at in Ithaca for ice cream, definitely try purity
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Bibi S.

Yelp
BITTERsweet chocolate chip ice cream?? I like sweet on sweet... could bittersweet chips be good?? No... not just good - it is DIVINE. So many tiny chips combining with great vanilla. Mmmm! Great milkshakes too... so, it is busy.
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Gwen K.

Yelp
Yumyumyummmmmm yum!!! Such great ice cream even in the dead of winter. Go to Purity! Get a cone! Or try a milkshake.

Michael H.

Yelp
Ordered the extra thick milk shake worst milkshake ever watery and tasteless I'm sure my review won't hurt their business. Should have ask for a refund. My fault,Very disappointing .

Gabrielle M.

Yelp
We were really excited to try this place based off the line we saw, the retro vibes, and the good reviews. It was hard to decide on a flavor because they all sounded delicious. The staff were patient and helpful. However, we were very disappointed to find the hard ice cream lacking in flavor, with one of mine also having a fairly icy texture, instead of creamy. My waffle cone also had a stale aftertaste. Maybe this was a one off experience, based on the many raving reviews, but we unfortunately will be looking for another ice cream spot to satisfy our sweet tooth next time we visit the area.

Ed M.

Yelp
Ice cream had a great consistency and taste. However, I ordered a vanilla malt. When I got the shake I could not taste the malt. I spoke to an employee who said that malt was added. He offered to add more. I still didn't taste any malt. Either they have an inferior malt product or the staff doesn't know how to make a proper malt. Still, I recommend the business overall. Just don't order a malt.
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Amanda K.

Yelp
Stopped by for some ice cream one evening and it was really good! I got the happy trails which was vanilla ice cream, fudge swirl, and peanut butter cups. It was pretty good but there weren't many pb cups and when they were there they were just bits of chocolate and not actually peanut butter. My bf got the vegan vanilla bean and he enjoyed it. He wanted the banana split but I guess they didn't have it. We both agreed it had a different consistency than normal ice cream and other vegan ice creams we've had before but it still tasted good. They had a good sized parking lot and seating both inside and out.

callen a.

Yelp
Terrible experience. Kitchen not ready to serve food when though they are open. Told it would take 15 min for things to warm up and be able to serve but wasn't told that till 10 min after ordered. Unfriendly staff and food / sundae was just meh at best. Don't waste you time or money here
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Lily M.

Yelp
It is buzzing on a weekend night! Love the ambience and the comfortable and large seating area they have inside and outside the store. The ice cream flavors are very unique. I got pistachio flavor and they had real pistachios bits in it (although it did look a little sus with neon green coloring). Highly recommend the Happy Trails ice cream
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Donald L.

Yelp
My wife and I stopped here for ice cream on our drive back home to Pennsylvania. Parking can be tight in the small lot. The ice cream is excellent. Service is efficient. There is an enormous selection of ice cream flavors. Grab a menu and look while you wait to order.
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Eric M.

Yelp
I think folks in Ithaca know how wonderful Purity is.... It's us outsiders, who are in town for a visit, who need to discover its awesomeness. We had a late lunch, so someone suggested ice cream for dinner. Who's going to argue with that? My daughter had some research and wanted to try Purity. Let's just say...it was a little overwhelming. How many flavors do they have? Unfortunately, I committed myself to a shake, so I had to find something that easily sipped thru a straw. Others in our group got to be a bit more adventuresome. Staff was extremely patient with us, can't say the same for the line that quickly formed behind us. Recommendations were offered, especially for one of my daughters who wanted a chai milkshake. He suggested a option to tamper it down a bit. It ended up being perfect. As of our visit (late March '21), COVID restrictions were still in effect. Good for them. There were people eating outside, but we decided to take our treasure home. My youngest and I sipped our shakes as we drove, while the others ate away in the comfort of the vehicle. If you can't find something here for an enjoyable dessert, I'm sorry. This place seems like a gem in Ithaca. If you're visiting the area, don't be afraid to stop here for some high quality ice cream. Oh yeah...my banana milkshake was AWESOME!!!
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Kristen H.

Yelp
How can you resist purity when you are in town for a visit... Our favorite ice cream ever. They are doing a great job with Covid protocols. And the ice cream flavor selection can't be beat. No indoor seating up at plenty of places to sit outside